Thomas R. Buckman, lecturer in Swedish, said yesterday that he was planning to make inquiries on whether the banned Swedish film, "Smiles of a Summer Night," could be brought to the campus for showing under "other auspices" than were previously arranged.
Film May Make It Yet
Mr. Buckman, a librarian in the acquisition department of Watson Library, said he would attempt to contact film distributors in New York to see if the picture could be obtained. If so, he would seek to bring it here an on educational permit.
See Mr. Buckman's letter on page 12: "Questions Censor Group." See page 2 for an editorial on censorship: "Censored Sex."
"Everyone at the University has a right to see this film," said Mr. Buckman. "This is a question of the invasion of the individual's rights in a free society."
The controversial film, which was scheduled for showing tonight at Hoch Auditorium as a feature of the University film series, was blocked from presentation in any Kansas theater by an action of the State Board of Review.
Mrs. Hazel Runyan, director of the board, told the Daily Kansan yesterday that the board "did not see fit to turn loose" the film. But she said the board may review the film again soon.
Mary Helen McFerson, Wichita sophomore and chairman of the All Student Council film committee, said last night that her committee was planning no action on the step by the state board.
"The films for the current years were arranged for by the film committee last spring," Miss McFerson concluded.
Mr. Buckman said that the film won top comedy honors at the international film festival in Cannes, France in 1956.
56th Year, No. 77
LAWRENCE, KANSAS
Last After-Lunch Class Today; New Classes Now
The top picture shows Bob Hayes, Topeka senior, and Janet Douthitt, Augusta junior, perusing the schedule of classes for the spring semester. Below, as seen from the third floor of Bailey Hall, is part of the last after-lunch students to go to 1 p.m. classes this semester.
Friday, Jan. 16, 1959
Batista Condemns Rebel Executions
See page 8 for more news on Cuban executions and United States reaction. See page 2 for an editorial on the Cuban trials: "Dismal Note Sounded."
HAVANA—(UFI)—The revolutionary government has postponed for 24 to 48 hours the start of "war crimes" trials for 631 Havana prisoners. The postponement announcement came as former dictator Fulgencio Batista added his voice to those crying for a halt to the "blood bath" execution of Batista supporters.
Custed Batista says Fidel Castro will have to kill, jail or exile more
At the same time the Fidel Castro regime launched a campaign to publicize the "horrors' committed by, Batista's army and secret police.
than half of Cuba's six million people if he means to carry out his "monstrous" threat to punish all Batista's supporters.
In response to questions submitted by this reporter, Batista said his regime was supported by political parties which polled 2,800,000 votes in last election.
The deposed strong man said the
"It would be interesting if the boastful affirmation that there is freedom of the press in Cuba—a freedom like that in Russia, where anyone who speaks out against the government dies or is jailed—were put to the test," he said.
"blood bath" executions now in progress in Cuba are a "symptom of barbarism . . . a state of collective insanity imposed by terror."
"You must remember that when he was a student he personally 'liquidated' some of his rivals . . . that he took part in the Bogota Riots (of April, 1948) in which priests and members of religious orders died . . . and recall his executions in the Maestra Mountains."
"The river of blood now running in my unfortunate country is caused by a thirst for vengeance and savagery whose origin must be sought in Castro himself," Batista said.
Batista scoffed at Castro's claim that Cuba now enjoys freedom of the press.
"Let the relatives of the thousands they (the rebels) murdered or injured, or those who disappeared, speak out."
Library Hours Set For Semester Split
Watson Library will go on a slightly altered schedule during the next two weeks.
On Saturday, Jan. 24, the library will be open from 8 to noon. It will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25, then vacation hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. will prevail from Jan. 26 through Jan. 31.
The library will be open tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and the regular schedule will prevail Sunday through Friday next week.
A mass of cold air kept the chill on all of Kansas today, but a gradual moderating trend was expected to bring a slow warmup during the weekend. Low temperature here last night was 7 degrees.
Temperature to Rise Some This Weekend
It will be closed on Feb. 1, then will resume its regular schedule on Feb. 2, the first day of the new semester.
Temperatures fell to two above zero at Lovewell Dam in Jewell County last night. Dodge City reported 14 for the highest nighttime mark. Most areas ranged around 10 degrees.
Skies were clear in the east and overcast in the west in the forenoon.
Enrolling Time Cut to $ 2\frac{1}{2} $ Days
The University will attempt to push through enrolling students in two and a half days during the second semester enrollment period.
A similar enrollment to that of the fall semester is predicted by James K. Hitt, registrar, and he believes there is no time like the present to see if the enrollment can be shortened. In the past, three days were used for enrollment.
"We always wanted to see if we could enroll the students in two and a half days, and with a televised basketball game to be played with Colorado that Saturday afternoon, I don't know what would happen if we continued enrollment."
ASC Gets Group Insurance Plan For Students
The All Student Council Health Commission has entered into a contract with Blue Cross-Blue Shield for a low cost student group health insurance plan.
The new plan is voluntary and supplements the health service now provided through the $12 student health fee.
A Blue Cross-Blue Shield card will be given to students when they pick up fee cards in February. Students may at that time indicate whether or not they want the additional health insurance coverage.
No physical examination is necessary.
If students desire the coverage, the insurance cost is payable when they pay fees.
Cost Is $11.70
The cost of the plan will be $11.70 for the single student and $64.75 for a student with dependents. The plan will be effective for eight months—Feb. 1 through Oct. 1.
If the student wishes to renew the policy at Oct. 1 of next year, the renewal period will cover the next 12-month period.
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Last Issue Today
Today's issue of the Daily Kansan is the last to be published this semester. Publication will resume Feb. 2, the first day of classes.
"We seem to be on a temporary plateau," Mr. Hitt said. "The big enrollment increases likely will not come until 1960 through 1955."
The registrar predicts around 7,700 students to enroll during the period Jan. 29-31. The enrollment would be similar to the fall's 7,743 students admitted on the KU campus and 695 at the KU Medical Center.
No Enrollment Changes
No changes have been made from the enrollment procedure used this semester. There will be early pick-up of enrolment materials beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
"The student should take his grade report with him to the Kansas Union when he enrolls, for his spring enrollment schedule may depend upon his grades. His adviser may want to see the reports," he added.
Class schedules are available at the registrar's office. The student is advised to study enrollment procedures on pages 1 and 2 before beginning the enrollment process.
"Fall semester grade reports are available for the student at Table I. first stop, when the student picks enrollment materials." Mr. Hitt said.
Bring ID Card
Mr. Hitt also advised the student to bring his ID card. The enrollment will proceed according to a letter schedule, and every student must follow that schedule unless he has a permit.
"We have directions and application forms for those students who need exceptions." Mr. Hitt said.
"We do not want to make it difficult for the person who has a valid reason for special enrollment, but we do want to make it difficult for the person who does not have a reason for special treatment.
Look for Problems
"We look for those students with a problem, but in doing so we have to be tough with those who do not," he said.
Ten days after enrollment fees must be paid. The days for fee payment run from Feb. 12 to 16. At that time a card will be distributed upon which the student can indicate whether or not he wishes to be covered by the new, voluntary health insurance plan. (See related story on this page: ASC Get Groups Insurance Plan or Students)
"The time for the student to gather information about this plan is between now and the time to pay fees. The students should get a lot of information about the plan and discuss it with their parents over the vacation," Mr. Hitt said.