Dailu hansan
56th Year, No.109
Tuesday, March 17, 1959
LAWRENCE, KANSAS
Fire Wreaks Damage in 3 Kansas Cities
By United Press International
A rash of destructive fires struck the state last night and today causing extensive damage in three cities.
In Topeka fire early today destroyed the roofs of two business buildings on Topeka's main street—Kansas Avenue.
Major damage occurred at Berkson's women's apparel store. The other building, adjoining to the north, was mostly unoccupied.
In Newton, the Consolidated Flour Mill, one of the largest mills in Kansas, was destroyed by fire today, with the loss estimated tentatively at $250,000.
Firemen, aided by men and equipment from Wichita, were able to save the huge grain elevators adjacent to the mill proper. However, flaming debris carried on air currents set fire to several houses.
A fireman, Dale Perkins, was overcome by smoke and was treated at a hospital. His condition was not serious.
CLOSER, PLEASE—Two of the leads in Eugene O'Neill's current Experimental Theatre drama, "The Great God Brown," warm up backstage before last night's opening curtain. They are Lea Thomas, Turner sophomore, and Miles Coiner, Edwardsville junior. See page 2 for a review of the production.
In Manhattan, an early morning fire caused extensive damage to the Kappa Sigma fraternity house at Kansas State College.
Humanities Talk on Dead Sea Scrolls
An archaeologist who holds many honorary degrees and whom Century magazine called "one of the world's most distinguished Orientalists," will give the next Humanities Series lecture March 24.
Dr. William Foxwell Albright, professor emeritus of Semitic languages at Johns Hopkins University and for years director of the American School for Oriental Research in Jerusalem, will speak on "The Dead Sea Scrolls After Ten Years."
He will explain the significance of the ancient writings found since 1947
An article in National Geographic magazine recently credited Dr. Albright with being the first scholar to adjudge the findings as valid. Arguing from paleographical evidence, he dated the Isaiah scroll at about 100 B.C., an estimate later confirmed by radiocarbon dating.
Thief Takes Pair Of Prize Hubcaps
A pair of prize hubcaps valued at $30 was stolen Friday night from the home of Harrison V. Hedrick, Kansas City, Kan., junior.
When he returned for his car the next morning, the door was open and a pair of Share-Calnevar hubcaps were missing from the front wheels of his car.
Hedrick, in a report to the KU traffic office, said he parked his car in his garage Friday night and left all doors and windows secured.
Tickets on Sale for Greek Week Dance
Tickets for the Greek Week Dance Saturday went on sale today in the Information Booth and in the Kansas Union.
Tickets are $2.50 per couple.
The Sauter-Finegan orchestra will furnish the music.
During his three day visit to KU Dr. Albright will speak to classes in history, linguistics, art history and anthropology.
Shortly after his arrival March 22, Dr. Albright will speak to the Presbyterian student group at Westminster Foundation.
Accident Victim to Undergo Surgery
At 4 p.m. March 23, he will participate in an "open conversation" with John H. Patton, professor of religion and Franklyn C. Nelick, associate professor of English, about "The Place of Religion Among the Humanities."
Carole L. Allvine, Long Beach.
N. Y., sophomore who was injured in the automobile accident that took the life of Edward Wayne Christenson, Lawrence junior, last Friday night, will undergo plastic surgery at the KU Medical Center soon.
At noon March 25, Dr. Albright will speak at the Faculty Forum on "Between History and Science," emphasizing recent developments which are breaking down barriers between the two fields.
The discussion in the Kansas Union is open to everyone.
At 7:30 p.m. March 23, Dr. Albright will give an illustrated lecture on "Archaeology and the Bible" at an open meeting of the Kansas chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America. The program will be in the Kansas Union Pine Room.
Dr. Albright will be honored at a luncheon with Prof. and Mrs. Patton, at dinners with the archaeology chapter and with the Humanities committee, and at a reception by the Faculty Club following his Humanities lecture.
New Pep Club Move for $375
Miss Allvine's right jaw was broken and her right ear was lacerated. Her face was also cut and bruised.
The KU pep clubs have taken another step in their fight to recover the missing $375 dance deposit.
The letter asked Brown to clarify why he has not returned the deposit. If he accepts the letter a receipt will be returned to the pep clubs.
Michael S. Smith, Mission junior and vice president of the KuKus, said the clubs sent a registered letter to Rusty Brown, leader of the Cell Block 7, last week.
"If we don't receive a reply within about 10 days we will send a second letter which will be an ultimatum," Smith said. "To have more force behind it, the letter will be on the dean of men's sationery. This would show Brown he is not only fighting the rep clubs but the University as weil."
If Brown doesn't answer the second letter the pep clubs will contact a lawyer in Dallas to see how
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Ike for Negotiations
Berlin Stand Draws Praise
Three KU faculty members agreed with the policy offered by President Eisenhower in his nation-wide address concerning Berlin last night.
The President said the United States would be ready to negotiate with Soviet representatives at any time and under any circumstances. He said:
"However, we cannot agree to any permanent and compulsory division of the German nation, although we are ready to discuss reasonable methods for eventual unification.
"We don't get anywhere by letting tyrants dictate our policy and surrendering to them. Our experience in Munich gives credence to our idea of not giving in.
"I had the feeling that the President said we'll run less danger in staying put on our definite agreement than we would if we let Russia push us around," Dr. Barr said.
"We have no intention of for- getting our rights or of deserting a free people. We cannot recognize the asserted right of any nation (the Soviet Union) to dishonor its international agreements whenever it chooses."
Harold G. Barr, dean of the School of Religion, said we would be in less danger of another war if we stand on our rights without any bluffing.
Stand on Rights
Kim Giffin, associate professor of speech, said the President was giving the people encouragement and was taking a firm stand.
"He knows what he wants to do and knows what the people need," Prof. Giffin said.
When asked his opinion of a conference between the President and Khrushchev, Prof. Giffin said, "It is worth trying. Khrushchev is playing a political game for propaganda purposes.
"The United States has different ethics - honesty and integrity. Russia's regard for meetings is different from ours." Prof. Giffin said.
Must Stand Firm
Kenneth B. Armitage, assistant professor of zoology, said we have no alternative but to stand firm in Berlin.
"Beyond that, it is completely unpredictable what will happen. I think the USSR is trying a show of force, but that is only a guess.
"Our experience with Nazi Germany shows us we cannot pacify a dictator.
"If a war is declared, KU will probably function much as it did during World War II. The able-bodied men will be needed, and a few chosen faculty and women will continue the curriculum." Prof. Armitage said.
R.E.W. Holds No Real Church Habit Change
Lawrence religious leaders note no significant change in church attendance or membership since Religious Emphasis Week. Most agreed, however, that the week has had beneficial effects on students.
The Rev. Max Thomas, associate minister of the Plymouth Congregational Church, commented:
"Religious Emphasis Week has its role in campus life. It certainly brings religion to the front."
He said there has been good church attendance but it has not been greater since Religious Emphasis Week.
Faith an' Bejabbers; 'Tis St. Patrick's Day
Surre an' a little bit o' heaven fell from out o' the sky and touched the KU campus for the Irish today. 'Twas a lovely day for the wearin' o' the green to prevent that bold laddie from pinchin' that shy lassie.
An' the Irish know the reason for the celebratin' today. "Twas Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who, th' legends say, chased the snakes out o' Cork County in th' good ol' days.
Ireland 'tis not th' only place a story can be told. 'Tis said a college student (green o' course) was a-walkin' through eastern Kansas a-looking for 'th' Blarney Stone to honor with a bit o' kiss.
Sure an' before his eye arose a rock o' chalk, a spot dear to his eye—a green lawn upon the crest of the rock o' chalk. An' he heard the cry o' Rock Chalk an' he knew it belonged to him as much as th' Wild Irish Rose. Begorrah, 'twas the rock instead o' the Stone he kissed an' brought the Irish to KU.
'Tis now the present at KU, and the Irish are likin' it more and more. Sure an' the tiny green shamrock will be growin' soon to add to all their enjoyment.
"Most of the students have church membership at home. We don't want to pull them away from their church there, but rather we want to serve them while they are here," Rev. Thomas said.
The Rev. Roy Turner, Episcopal student chaplain, said he could see no significant changes in church membership or attendance since Religious Emphasis Week.
It would not be fair to evaluate the week in these terms, however. He added:
"There will be a few students who will be moved to action as a result. Actually one of the short-comings of Religious Emphasis Week is that it reaches the people who are already well-orientated in the churches and who take an active part in them."
The Rev. Alan J. Pickering, instructor in the School of Religion, said he thinks Religious Emphasis Week has affected the clarity of student's thinking.
"There are some students who are making the right quest in regard to their Christianity. In classes and in conversations, there is evidence of a new dimension in their thinking." he said.
John H. Patton, professor in the School of Religion, said he did not look for the quantitative but the qualitative response in students.
"A few strays have found a broadening of their religious experiences," he said.
Weather
Generally fair today. Weak cool front will hold temperature near 50 in northeast. High today 65 southwest. Low tonight 25 west to 30 east.