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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
JUNE 10,1919.
Troubles In Building Born Of Selfishness In One Of Three Men
Harmony Among Owner, Contractor and Architect Absolutely Essential to Results
A well known Kansas architect has the following advice to offer on the sometimes difficult relations in that easily distributed triumvirate the owner, the contractor and the architect.
The relations between the architect, the builder and the client may be taken as the A B C of any building operation. All three parties are essential and are interdependent. Consequently their relations to each other should be harmonious. This cannot be if each one is not frank, fair and honest. All of their relations with each other should be applying the phraseology of President Wilson, in the nature of "open covenants openly arrived at."
To begin with, the client should be frank with his architect. Too often the client, fearing the architect will not keep within his limit of cost, names to the architect a lower sum than he expects to spend. However, as he expects the plans to be the utmost limit that he is prepared for procurement, it intends to spend, he details to the architect a set of requirements that cannot possibly be obtained for the lower sum he has named. Thus, when he spends more than this lower sum, he fastens on the architect the stigma of having run the estimate, which is the most likely cost given by the architect but a limit set by the client within which the architect has struggled to keep.
All Lose if Job is Skinned
Parsimonious Builder Can Hurt Himself More Than Can the Slick Contractor
PLAIN TALKS BY ARCHITECTS
PLAIN TALKS BY ARCHITECTS
The architect should be frank with his client. If he fears the requirements and commitments for the amount of money the client names as his limit he should say so plainly. He should not try to please the client in the beginning by endasaving to cramp his plans down to the money limit, but to meet the project's demands to the client that the requirements are excessive or the limit of cost too low.
Otherwise, he is more than likely to displease the client at the end of the operation and this is the wrong part of the relations between the two at which to have the client displeased. "A satisfied client is the architects' best advertisement." The converse is true. Be frank!
The relations between the architect and the builder have too often been that of the watch dog and the stranger. The dog does not know that the stranger's intentions are honest, but suspects him from the moment he opens a door or finds a fact that some builders have not been over honest is not denied. The architect should make it clear to the client that estimates should be taken only from builders known to have a reputation for honesty and good work. Then there would be no need for the architect or owner.
The client should not expect satisfactory results from awarding a contract to a doubtful builder and expecting the architect to obtain satisfactory results by excessive supervision. When it is necessary to watch the builder all the time the owner should pay for a clerk-of-the-works.
HONESTY THE BEST POLICY
When the architect and the client both find the builder to be giving honest work the builder will profit by the client's future recommendation and the architect's desire to award him further work. He will profit in this way far more than the amount he may squeeze out of the contract by trying to beat the specifications. It should not be the case "the agent for the owner" alone and for the protection of the owner. The builder and the architect should work together harmoniously for the interests of the owner, each satisfied with the pay or profit he is getting. This may sound millennial to those who are familiar only with the building the shyster and the tightwad the worker tries to get from the architect and the builder more than he pays for. All three of these types are existent. But fortunately they are becoming relatively fewer. The client is finding that he cannot get satisfactory services from an underpaid architect. He can be paid he pays for. The client is learning how to get a reputation for square work and honest dealing. The architect is beginning to understand that his professional dignity demands that he require adequate compensation for the services he renders.
ARCHITECTS HELD THE SACK
The main weakness of architectural profession in the past has been its acquiescence to the bargaining process. This is because of his commission to a point which
made it impossible for him to give proper services. Only when the client understands that he does not really get more than he pays for, but that his building suffers when he squeezes the plumbing out of the tractor, will the relations between the three be harmonious, because only then will the architect be able to render proper services and only then will the builder be freed from the temptation, the necessity, almost, to guard the property, by scamming the work from the outset.
It is plainly evident that frank, fair and honest relations between the Architect, the Builder, and the Client to the A B C of any building operation.
Commencement Drops War Time Restrictions
Graduating Exercises of Return to Customs of Before 1917
"This year commencement ceremonies will be normal again," said Herman C. Hangen, president of the senior class, "for the first time in several years. Commencement week was irregular last year because of the war, but this year the seniors are anticipating a good, rosen week, with a memorable sermon Sunday, various activities Monday, which is Class Day, and Tuesday the commencement exercises."
Commencement formerly was very formal and filled with many observances. In the early eighties at the University the week was begun by the Mount Oread and Orophilian Literary Societies. There was nothing official on Saturday, but the day was always filled with tugs of war, games of all kinds and that night was the usual baccalureate service, which was impressive and long, came the next day. The senior class arranged the Class day program, as is still the custom. It consisted of a formal breakfast and dinner, various exercises during the afternoon, dinner and reception in the evening.
Commencement Day, itself, was on Wednesday. Until 1881 every member of the class gave a speech, but as the class was too large that year, the faculty chose three of the class to speak. A few years later the custom of having a man of prominence to peak was begun.
"Yes, we had wonderful times in the old days," said an old Grad, "but the young people of today have just as enjoyable ceremonies. It was not easy for the community to attend, but it is attendance increased at the universities and everything was done on a larger scale."
Alumni Ball Tickets at Registrar's Office
The alumi ball, Monday, June 16,
9:30 to 12:30 o'clock is open to all alumi
and seniors and each alumi
or senior is entitled to bring a guest.
Beta Reunion
While an effort will be made to send a special invitation to each alumnus likely to attend, such invitations will not be necessary for their admission and it is hoped by the committee in charge that no alumnus will hesitate to attend because of failure to receive a special invitation.
The committee requests seniors to call immediately for their invitations at the Registrar's office. Tickets send to both men and women.
JAZZ
It is a far cry from the Golden Age, when the gods dwell among men, to the Age of Jazz, when the gods flee and cover up their ears, but in the long jumps that get us nowhere, and the high hurdles that serve no purpose but to unsettle the markets, we are all to the mustard.
It isn't confined to music, however.
We have Jazz Poetry, or free verse,
and Jazz Dancing, which is free verse
of motion. A thousand churches
show forth in their exterior the Jazz
architecture of the day, and they put
pits resoundingly. We
repeat our murals to give our
youth a Jazz Education, while reform
wreaks itself far and wide in the
production of Jazz Politics.
We read about releases. It is a technical term, but everybody understands what it means. It means that things are being let loose upon us.—R. B. in "Life."
Beta Theta Pi will hold an after war reunion at the chapter house Thursday and Friday. Approximately fifty men who have been in the service will be back. The farewell of the fraternity will be Friday night.
The underlying theory of Jazz is to think the worst of the popular taste and then conform everything to that convention.
As for Jazz Drama—
Class of 1919 Will Give Bronze Tablet Memoria
Florence Butler, the Historian Promises Interesting History for the Seniors
"The Senior Class of 1919, which is composed of 275 men and women, has a most interesting history," said Florence Butler, historian of the class, "because it is the only class that has attended the University before. It was the War of World War II." War conditions have especially affected the activities.
"In 1917-18 came Upcle Sam's call. The member of the members of the cell enlisted.
"The years of 1918 and 1919 have been given to reconstruction work in the college. However, the class interests have not narrowed to University activities, but have widened to meet national needs. French Loans drive and the Belgian and French Relief Funds have been made by the class.
"The latest gift is a bronze tazeb with the Honor Roll inscribed on it which will be presented as a memorial by the Class of 1919.
A. A. Axline elected president of class; Tom Pringle, vice president; Rose Haworth, secretary; Art Ellison, treasurer.
"The officers of the Senior Class are: President, Herman Homan, vice president; Irene Fowden, treasurer; N. Foster; secretary, Carol Martin."
"The governing body of the University is not, as incoming freshmen may suppose, the faculty—but students themselves organized in two student committees, the Women's Student Government Association. Last May, by a narrow margin, the disciplinary power was returned to the University Senate—a faculty organization that leaves no room for work to do, in controlling student activities.
WHEN SENIORS WERE FRESHMEN
Jack Bond, junior law, plumped fifteen feet to the ground when a seat in the McCook bleachers gave way following the William Jewell game.
A list of twenty-three profs who
to familiar classes on time re-
ported to the系.
Holen McKinney's theme on "Intellectual Curiosity," published by Daily Kansan, at the request of Prof. P. B. Shostac, an instructor in rhetoric, because of statement by all seniors who objected to first year students are beyond their (the seniors') comprehension."
President Wilson's special train stops in Lawrence for only five minutes. About 4,500 people were disap-
pared during his hearing him speaking after to go station.
Charles Ebother and William Harrison of Downs are guests at the Beta House.
Mabel McNaughton, A. B. '19, is here for commencement. She has been teaching English and dramatics at Leavenworth for the last two months and has been re-elected to the position.
We want to express our appreciation for your valued patronage during the past year, and hope that we can shake hands with you next fall.
To those who are leaving, GOOD BYE!
Those who are graduating don't forget that there is a welcome sign hanging out for you at Wiedemann's when you come back to Lawrence.
WIEDEMANN'S
State Christian Endeavor Meeting Opens Today
Delegates began arriving Monday night for the State Christian Endeavor convention which opens tonight at the Congregational Church for a three day session. About four hundred and fifty advance registrations had been received Monday evening, and about 100 registrations were from outside of Lawrence, and three hundred, mostly university students, from Lawrence.
Dr. Daniel A. Poling of Boston, associate president of the United Society of Christian Endearment, will speak tonight. Dr. Poling has made two trips to France during the war with the Y. M. C. A.
Dr. Polling will also speak Wednesday at 11:00 o'clock, and at a banquet at 6:30. Tickets for the banquet are limited in number and registered delegates are being given the preference. Dr. Polling will speak penitentiary at Lansing will speak at 2:45 Wednesday afternoon on "Citizenship and Christianity." Other prominent speakers are: Rev. J. D. Zimmerman, National Field Secretary, Disciples of Christ; Dr. R. B. A. Cummings, National Field Secretary; Dr. Douglas Buchanan, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Kansas City.
Just a Few Suggestions
Graduation Gifts
wacanes
Rings
Lavaliers
Lockets
Brooches
Dana Pearls
White Ivory
Cut Glass
Dorine Boxes
Vanity Cases
Traveling Cases
Cigarette Holders
Waldemar Chains
Our stock will suggest many other beautiful and appropriate gifts
Lunches at Check Stand
Box lunches for the class dinner on Monday will be sold at the check stand in Fraser. The dinner will be eaten on the Campus just West of Snow Hall. Immediately following
the dinner there will be a concert by the University band.
Let us do your framing. Squires Studio.—Adv.
SAY IT WITH FLOWERS
For Commencement
THE FLOWER SHOP
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SUGGESTION
You will soon be going home and you who live in the smaller towns will find merchandise scarce this year. We would suggest you come down and do your summer shopping before you go home.
Especially so in Blouses, Dresses, Underwear, Hosiery, Handkerchiefs, Neckwear and wash and silk fabrics.
WE THANK YOU
for the patronage you have given us in the past eight months and trust you who come back again next Fall will give us the opportunity of numbering you among our customers again.
Good Bye--and Good Luck.
WEAVER'S
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NEVER did this store contain any larger stock of appropriate graduation gifts than it does today—our stocks are replete with beautiful suggestions which make fitting and appreciated gifts for the graduate, whether man or woman.
HERE ARE JUST A FEW SUGGESTIONS— IF YOU HAVEN'T DECIDED WHAT TO GIVE
For "Her"
Wrist Watches
Diamond Rings
Dorine Boxes
Leather Goods
Leather Manicure Sets
Leather Ring Sets
Leather Shopping Sets
Ivory Goods
Cameos
Brooches
Sterling Silver
Lavailers
Jamestee Clasps
Pearl Beads
K. U. Novelties
Cut Glass
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Gruen Watches
For" Him"
Watches
Cuff Links
Gillette Razors
Thermos Bottles
Gold Kinetics
Silver Baddled Belts
Cigarette Cases
Scarf Pin
Leather Traveling Sets
Waldemire Chains
Rings
Match Boxes
Eversharp Pencils
Fountain Pens
Cigarette Holders
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