THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
VOLUME XXI
Student Council Votes Favorably on Point System
Learned Selects Committee to Draft System to Be Presented at Next Meeting
The Men's Student Council at its regular meeting last night went on record as favoring a point system for the men students of the University. A committee was appointed 'acy Learned, president of the council drawn from all the men and present it in next meeting of the council on Tuesday, Mar. 4, at 9 p.m.
"The point system as published in the Kannan Thursday, Feb. 21, has not been adopted by the council nor is it the concern of our public that the system as published will be adopted." stated Learned after the council meeting last night. "The council feels that many people will need a point system because of the unofficial publicity preferred to above."
The entire meeting of the council was devoted to a discussion of the merits and defects of a point system, one of the arguments for the system, which scholars call the scholastic standards of the University require that the activities of any one student be limited in order that he may carry out all of his work on an argument for the point system was that there should be a greater distribution of student activities, and that more students should take part in the various campus activities.
Means Distribution of Activities
A third argument for a point system was that leaders from other schools do not take part in the activities here even though they are capable of handling them. Another argument was that it is injurious to any student to take part in too many activities because it lowers the activity of his work and his activities and work. It was also pointed out that there is a tendency to push the athlete for important office and to work on committees.
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, LAWRENCE, KANSAS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1924
No. 115
Logical Leaders in Activities
Logical Leader
The arguments against the point are that school is as numerous as numbers. The first argument was that the student must learn to regulate his activity while in school without any artificial restriction because when he gets out of school there will be no system to contain activities outside or in a regular business.
The committee appointed by learned to draw up a new system is composed of Lewis Brothership, Charles Hall, and J. B. Engle. "Any student who has surpassed the standard system in one general should see or phone one of the members of this committee before Sunday noon," said Learned.
The point was also made by one member of the council that it is not the student who is both engaged in activities with the student and rather the student who does not seem to be taking any special interest in school affairs. Another argument was that the student should not take an interest in student activities should not be penalized. It was further pointed out by the opponents to the system that it is the student teachers who are now in the activities.
More Year Books Sold
Orders for Jayhawker Increase at Last Moment
"Jawahyer sales are coming in enthusiast at the last moment," said Skyland Petty, business director for morning. "Returns will be checked up in a way for two, and the exact number of Jawahyers, to be ordered will be determined."
With the returns of the last few days Patty believes that the campaign will bring in about 1600 orders for the book. "No more Jayhawkers when he ordered after today," stated Dickey, "and no more Jayhawkers that come."
were submerged for will be ordered.
Solicitors were out getting mails
corresponds to the Jawahar university
day and today. They have eight
open evenings and nightly hops and
the blim a chance to obtain
the book. Solicitors were posted the
last two days at the entrance of
Fourteenth street to the campus.
Oread Magazine Staff Will Be Elected Tuesday
Pen and Søril will meet Tuesday evening of next week instead of Thursday, according to the president, Floyd Simpson. The chairman has been made busy with meetings at the concert and the sophomore dinner scheduled for that evening and in order to conduct important business that must be taken care of.
Ben and Scroll members for the staff of the Oedag Magazine will be elected at the meeting. Flydon Simonton is urging all members to attend the meeting which will be held in room 205 Fraser at 7:30 p. m.
Kansas-Nebraska Baseball Gall
Will Be Held For Visiting
Commencement Crdwds
The biggest class day in the history of the University is the plan for Howard Johnson College. Many events have been planned, and the seniors' part if the plans will be worked out this afternoon in a commencement committee.
Plans Are Under Way for Biggest Class Day in University History
Many definite plans have been made for the big day. In the morning there will be three games, two of them the senior-alumni box-dinner will take place. For the afternoon the Kansas-Nevada game will be arranged to give the crowd a chance to see the team in action. Previously to this year, the game has been held at the KSU.
At 5:30, the annual senior alum-
dinner will be held in Robinson gym-
nasium. A thousand people have
hung on the court has always been
held on Commencement day.
To end the day, there will be the senior alumni reception and ball in the rotunda of the Administration building. So let's begin with the senior commencement committee meeting this afternoon will add more features.
Engineers Plan Exposition
Committees Chosen for Annual Hobnail Activities
The engineers hold n meeting Wednesday afternoon to make plans and appoint committees to take charge of the exposition to he hold
this spring, they will for the different activities are as follows: banquet, April 24, at Wiedemann's; lectures by the engineers in the theater; a symposium known as the engineering building, April 26; and the dance on the evening of the 28th. W. T. Armstrong will have charge of the banquet, and J. R. Starg will manage the event.
on the. the exposition manager and departmental presidents will be appointed next week to take charge of the plans for the exposition. Prof. J. H. Dent will assist the committee in making the plans.
A committee was appointed to prepare plans for a field day and baseball tournament for the different departments of engineers.
Drifting Light Buoy Travels Five Years
Light boaty number nine broke loose from its mooring in the Indio channel of the Plata river, Argentina, on July 3, 1918. It was recovered by Australia at the Port of Preamont, West Australia, on June 29, 1923. The drift was across the South Atlantic ocean, past the Cape of Good Hope, and across the whole Indian ocean, a tour around the shortest route of 850 miles.
This recalls the similar drift of the figurehead of the ship "Blue Jacket." The vessel was burned at rear near the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic east of Patagonia, on March 9, 1869. The ship's drift above shore was reminiscent of a found Dec. 8, 1877. These drifts illustrate the easterly movement of water in the Southern Ocean.
Frozen Nitrogen Makes *Sky Blue*
The blue color of the atmosphere is caused by a structure of frozen, crystalline nitrogen in extremely high altitudes, accessed by Dr. L. Veenstra, accredited by Dr. L. Veenstra. The current borealis and zoofloral light are attributed by him to the same cause.
Walker Discusses Preparedness as National Measure
Dean of Engineering School Says Abject Meekness Invites Invasion of Enemy
"Nations who fail to prepare for war and then declare war and send their young men to the front line, traitors to the enemy," the school of Engineering, in discussing "Preparedness, a necessary National Measure," at an open forum held in Myersville, where he believed in military supremacy, obey meekness invites invasion from the enemy." Dem Walker continued. "Prefertiation is not the cause of war but it is one as long as there is a threat of war."
Next Step to Re a League
That a need for national strength developed ahead of the instinct for national life was brought out in the speech. In the beginning man fought all outsiders and was loyal only to his family, later he joined chans, and then national development beats an Enjamin Walker predicts that next step will be some sort of international league.
international matters, the nation is the highest international organization of organized forces on the present time." according to Dean Walker. "Such strength of government is due to the contact of the individual to the governing agency." The degree to delegate to an international league the responsibility and authority that they give to the national government."
Favors World Court
Dean Walker favors a word cool and some form of a league of nations not because they will stop war at the present time but they will force them to make a significant influence. He pointed out that court decisions need strong administration to back them up and that a league of nations could serve as an important means of public sentiment.
"War will be abolished only when the causes are abolished," he said. "The pacifist who does not fight when there is a war is not helping make peace but when we have the enemy we may not then be unable desire war for the purpose of settling their questions then will peace be possible."
Teachers of Music Meet
Swarthout Member of Executive Committee
Dean Donald M. Swearthout of the School of Fine Arts was elected a member of the executive committee and also as chairperson of the State Music Teachers Association, which ended its annual meeting at Emporia Wednesday night. At the convention Dean Swearthout read a paper on music
Dear Swarthout staff, I'm morerning that the meeting was a success through the attendance was lessened by the members being keen to participate, an association combats all those who teach music in the schools in Kansas.
Edward F. Kurtz, professor of violin and Miss Mimie Mc Rosin, instructor with the number Prof. Kenneth in a violin recital Wednesday at Miss Ross Tuesday morning. Prof. Mimie was Agricultural College was elected president; Alfred Inbush independence, vice-president; and Mrs. Edwin Anderson, Council Grove, was elected secretary-general.
A nuddy dance given under the auspices of the supersess, W. C. W. A. was held in the auditorium of the Central Administration buildings this afternoon from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The ceremonies were presented during intermissions of the dancing.
Elizabeth Sifera, f25, and Egher Ott, f26, each gave vocal assist. Stella Harte, f27, and Nina Dumke, Joe Dumke save to dances. "Lindy Lee" and "The Sheikh" Mildred Maxwell, c24 and Mildred Phillips, c24, gave side
Y.W.C.A.Holds Second Middy Dance of Year
Refreshments were served in Dean Husband's office. $ ^{2}$
News Tabloids
Kansas City, Feb. 29. —A drive to disarm the thugs of the city was started today. All soft drink places are being commonplace, and the revolvers that the thugs leave there between robberies The state law of 1923 provides a maximum penalty for the possession of a counterparty for the possession of firearms without a permit.
Chicago, Feb. 29. — The namesake of Laddie Boy, Harding's airdials, saved the lives of six persons. The dog began barking when he found his house tall of smoke. He took his wife and children from the burning building. There were other people in the house, too, the time the dog also woke them.
Los Angeles, Feb. 29. —Internal revenue officers were greatly excited yesterday when they came to know that the tax was only in three figures, but upon an investigation, the Charlie Chaplin foundation to be a laundry wagon driver.
Chicago, Feb. 29 — Dauphraye did not say anything about his office folding today, but did mention that he bought a bunch of seminars unless a bunch of seminars resign."
County Clubs Order Many Yearbooks for State High Schools
Organizations, Administration and Staff Make Low Price Possible
Three hundred and eighty-seven Jayahews have been ordered and paid for by the county's high schools. This is the largest number ever distributed to the high schools, according to the secretary to the Alumni Association.
Through the co-operation of the Jayhawk staff, Men's Student Council, W. S. G. A., student enterprise boards, and other organizations are furnished for $1. These organizations and the administration have made the low price possible by contributing part of the expense to the staff also stands part of the expense
The deadline for county club orders of the annual was set for today. "By special arrangement those counties which have not ordered their annuals yet may turn in their orders by Monday, and any other day in my order," said Ryland C. Petty, business manager of the 4th Jawkower.
The extension of the deam-
imited to give the club of these
countries time to find out the number
of Jayhawkers. After
After
the number they will
be given time to collect the
money from their members.
Among the more important counties which have submitted no orders are: Ackerson, Barton, Chauquan, Chase, Cloud, Ellis, Harper, Harvey, Johnson, Kingman, Leavemouth, Mitchell, Mornell, Saline and Shawnee.
The Kansas State Agricultural College team, debating the affirmative side of the question, "Resolved that the United States should enter the permanent court of international justice," has arrived in Lawrence and is ready for the debate Friday evening.
money from the high schools will be stamped in gold on the covers of the annuals.
K.U-Aggie Debate Tonight
Entire Team Recently Argued
on Some Question
The three men on the team are Randall Hill, B. J. Miller, and J. S. Füller, all members of the senior class. Hill had debated on the K. S. A. C. team last year, and all three debated this question with January. H. B. the team was unable to compete with H. B., so they accompanied by Prof. H. A Shine, former coach of debate and public speaking at K. U.
The Kansas negative team is com-posed of John Allen, *e129*, Cornell University, *c15*, and *i38*. He has only experienced inter-college debater on the team. However, the men have been working hard, having made a difference, Professor Gilhamson said.
on Same Question
We'll Own the Valley!
Noted Educators From Every Field Attend Gathering
Eight Members of Faculty Present at Educational Conference in Chicago
"The National Educational Association meeting held in Chicago was probably the most important gathering of educators which had place in the school education in Chicago and Dean R. E. A. Schweglger, of the School of Education, this morning, in commenting upon the recent educational meeting which many members of the Education faculty attended. Chancellor E. H. Lielley attended.
The national meeting of the department of superintendence of the National Educational Association began in Chicago on Tuesday, followed by the following Thursday night. Chancellor Lindley, Dean Agnes Husband, F. P. O'Brien, W. R. Smith, H. P. Smith, J. R. Barnes, T. J. Smart, Schwegler attended the meeting.
Many Problems Discussed
Doctor Schwegler said that the meeting was of such large scale that it is impossible to discuss it in detail. "Fifteen thousand educational leaders representing every field of educational endeavor, from the little red school house to the stately unarmed military academy," Schwegler. "Fifteen authorized sections held scheduled meetings in various halles and meeting places, and in addition it is estimated that a quarter of these hold meetings at the same time."
In the various discussions, the one which received the most consideration were those questions relating to op-education. The need for education, the education of gifted children, and the application of scientific knowledge was the study of educational problems.
Conclusions Will Have Influence Outstanding speakers from all over the United States discussed the varying aspects of each of the questions. Mr. Schwenger said, "These questions and conclusions which were reached. I believe, will profoundly influence national education." This extraordinary true with reference to rural education and the education of gifted children."
Chancellor Lindley and Ducton Schwegler returned from the meeting at Chicago last night. Schwegler have not yet returned to the University.
Judge Seeks to Test Leap Year Tradition
Four long years ago, several brave maidens took advantage of the opportunity offered by Peru. They were able to succeed since that time their more tidal sisters have been gathering courage for today. At last, these young maidens arrived, has arrived.
With it, comes an opportunity far greater than in preceding years, in fact, this year there is a great economic advantage.
A free wedding ceremony, a free license, a free wedding certificate—all of these are offered to the girl who will merely admit that she pre-posed to her victim, and will serve for the license. The girl, C Carlton of Owego, who wished to find out the exact significance of Feb. 29.
The first train to Oswego may be crowded, but standing room will be available. Joel is not used on this evening, come early and avoid the rush.
Missouri Sets up Higher Standards for Teacher
Missouri is setting up new standards in education. State Superintendent Charles A. Lee announces that the new effective September 1, 1924. The qualifications state that all teachers in the first class high school schools must have a college credit in reputable institution. This amounts to saying the 'all high school teachers must be college degrees. This means that all teachers in first class high school Teachers teaching in the high schools now will not be disqualified but they must complete at least five hours each year by compulsory or extension courses.
Hanging Live Wire Kills Son of Lecompton Agent
Donald Taylor, of Lecompte was instantly killed when he touched a barbed wire that was hanging from the 13000 volt transmission line leading to Perry. He was the nose of Taylor, Santa FeAgent Lecompte.
Young Taylor, Charles Kuhn, Jh,
and Arthur Hill were walking near
the school grounds when Taylor
grasped the barbed wire that had
been thrown over the high teu-
dition to break the ground in-
vaded killed.
He was a graduate of Lecompion high school and was very active in athletics.
Tickets Now on Sale for Soph Class Feed to Be Held March 6
Dinner Open Both to Men and Women but Dates Barred, Say Managers
"Although the sophorone dinner is open to both men and women of the class, no dates are allowed." said Margaret Phillips, sophorone representative to R.G. A. Goetzel on Wednesday, March 6, at the Commons.
Tickets are on sale now at sixy cents apiece and all tickets must be bought by Tuesday night, according to Richard Becker, sales manager for the men. Each sorority and fraternity house has someone on its officers and W. G. A. representatives are also selling them.
Women who are selling tickets are the Elnora Davis, sales manager for the women; Frances Blair, Frances Berkeley; Annette Klein, Kelsey Klein, Evelyn Shuler, Julia Jackman, Dorothy Newton, Frances Koch, Bett Goldstein, Frances Hammond, Maravent Puhle, Helen Lawrey, and John Binke
Paul Blieents, Eugene Perkins, Don Miller, Murt Rogers, Gene Huek Monte Speer, Evan Edwards, William Baker, Palmer Stevens, Norman Bray, Brace Reeves, Richard Becker are the men and Richard Becker are the men who are selling.
Feuillerat to Lecture
Prof. Albert Feullert, a professor in the University of Renes in France and a well known Shakepeasant scholar, will give two lectures here March 13 and 14. Prof. Feullert is vice-president of the Elizabeth Society, and has written many discussions about the Elizabeth period.
Professor From France to Talk on Two Subjects
On Thursday, March 15, Professor Feaillert will lecture in French on the "Feature of Literary Criticism." This lecture will be held at the department of Romance languages, Friday, March 14, he will lecture in English on "Shakespeare's Characterizations." This will involve the analyses of the department of English.
Professor Feuillard is very well known as a scholar, and has been lecturing at Harvard this year. Now he is on a tour, lecturing at the state universities. He has been visiting Canada and the Ohio State University, and he comes to K. U. from the Indiana University.
German Conversation Club Organized at K. U
Eight students interested in securing practice in German conversation adopted a constitution for a perma- nent state, and it is now a day. The constitution is based on and is almost a duplication of that of Indiana, organized at the University of Indiana.
Last semester several students from the German department met every two weeks to gain in fluency in the language through conversation, and to secure a greater appreciation of the Literature. Prof. II C. head of the department of German, has been sponsoring these efforts.
Officers will be elected at the next meeting March 3 at 4:30 p.m. in room 313 Fraser. All students in advanced German classes and others interested in the German language are invited to attend.
First place in the intramural track meet at K. S. A. C, was won by Sigma Nu fraternity.
Student Attempts Suicide as Result of Despondency
Creighton Carter, Student
Shoots Self; Employed
in Lawrence
Garage
BULLETIN
Creighton Carter, a University student who attempted suicide this morning, is in an extremely dangerous condition, according to the medical bystander of the physician at 3 p. m. today, and is not expected to live.
Coccinium F. Carter, c27, 21 years old, shot and seriously injured himself this morning with suicidal intentions behind his Lawrence residence, 910 Tennessee street. His action is said to have been caused by despondency over his University work and personal disappointments.
Carter was taken immediately to the Lawrence Memorial hospital by Dr. A. J. Anderson, who happened to be passing the alter at Anderson's apartment when the bullet passed through the man's chest, just missing his heart. The doctor said at noon that Carter told him when he recovered consciousness that the bullet had authorities had discouraged him regarding his work. Carter was employed as a mechanic by the Lawrence Buick Company in the afternoons. His employer said this morning that he would sort that sort for some time, as Carter had often spoken of his lack of success.
Carter's home is in Miami, Okla.
This is his first semester at the
University, and he is enrolled as a
freshman. He registered at 160 per cent
self-supporting, and is carrying 13
hours work.
(United Press)
Armies May Whirl to Action on Wings
London, Feb. 29.-The British army in her dependencies has worked so successfully to develop troop-carrying airplanes that experts are now planning something far more impressive.
The air ministry has under contem-
plation the construction of a machine that will accommodate about fifty
fully-armed soldiers—about a platoon of infantry. It is to be built entirely of steel.
The fuelbag is exceptionally roomy. Seats, similar to those of the interior of an omnibus, and made to fold back again when needed, are fitted. This development indicates the coming of the time when armies will be whirled to action, through a tunnel or a canyon, for 1 minute. Fifty men need not represent the limit of which the planes may be capable. Exerts assert that there are no safety rules that not be built that would be able to carry even 100 or 200 troops.
Moon May Not Be Dead as Astronomers Thought
**By the end of ten astronomers will say, if you ask them, that the moon is a world that is absolutely dead and lifeless—burnt out *clear* (is the favorite expression) to be the man who has devoted years of his life to the study of the lunar topography will tell you that some strange things are going on up there from Earth — not to be as dead as it seems to be.
Prof. W, H. Pickering who has been observing the moon, as well as Mars, pretty steadily for years under his guidance at the station of the Harvest C-Image Observatory at Jamaica written to a series of articles for Popular Astronomy of changes that have occurred in the lunar orbit, serving as testimony to the lunar nature Erutosthenes.
Pt Stigma Alpha, political science fraternity, hold initiation for nine persons at Wiedemann's Friday evening. Those, according to Prof. H. B. Chubb, preside; Anne Cheny, c;25; Devaughn Frances, c;24; H. E. Williams, ed;25; Leland Overman, c;21; A. Calpug, ed;25; Clarence Book, ed;27; Louis A. Ribner, ed;24; William Macawris, and Dominique Gagliarini.