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University Daily Kansan Monday, Sept. 22, 1958
Dr. Moore Called 'Mr. Geology' Here
Dr. Raymond C. Moore, who Friday was appointed the first Solon E. Summerfield Distinguished Professor, is "Mr. Geology" as far as the University and the state are concerned.
And there are many in the field of geology who would extend the title beyond Kansas.
For Dr. Moore, professor of geology and principal geologist of the State Geological Survey, is known the world over for his work as organizer and editor of a 24-volume Treatise on Invertebrate Paleontology, as author of widely used geology textbooks and for his research in stratigraphy, a branch of geology concerned with layered rocks.
DR. RAYMOND MOORE
He might even be called the father of Kansas geology, for it was in 1917 that he influenced the Kansas Legislature to appropriate $50,-000, a large grant in those days, to make a geological survey of the state's mineral wealth.
Chancellor Franklin D. Murphy, in announcing Dr. Moore's appointment as the first distinguished professor at the University, said, "Without question he is one of the world's greatest geologists and invertebrate paleontologists."
In that year he became state geologist and continued in that capacity until 1954 when he relinquished the administrative duties and became principal geologist.
When Chancellor Murphy called Dr. Moore to his office to inform him of the appointment, the chancellor told him of an incident that happened while he was in Russia this past summer.
The chancellor was with a group of university presidents from this country traveling in the province of Georgia and he had the chance to visit with the head of the Russian Academy of Science who is also a geologist.
When the Russian learned Chancellor Murphy was from Kansas University, he asked, "Isn't that where Raymond Moore is from?" The head of the Russian academy then showed Chancellor Murphy a treatise Dr. Moore had written on invertebrate paleontology.
Dr. Moore's work in geology during his 43 years at the University has brought not only national attention to the University but has made it known internationally. He has traveled extensively over the United States as both a geological consultant and as a visiting professor. He has visited every continent except Australia.
Presently he is consultant to the Humble Oil and Refining Company and to the Arizona Power Authority. Asked why he never accepted one of the many lucrative offers he has had from industry he said:
"I resolved when I left college that I would stay with whatever my first appointment was for five years; that is, I would 'get my teeth in the job' before moving on to an anything else. I preferred to stay at the University because of my interest in Kansas geology and because I preferred survey and research instead of commercial or industrial work."
Dr. Moore is a native of Washington but received his early schooling
at Arkansas City. Upon completing his graduate work at Chicago University he came directly to Kansas in 1916 as an assistant professor. In 1920 he was made a professor and chairman of the department.
His hobby is drawing and painting and this is an asset to his work. Many of the drawings and illustrations in the geology textbook he authored were made by him. He enjoys his work as a relaxation from his teaching and administrative work.
He is near the top of the list of faculty members in tenure at the University and in his 43 years here he has seen many changes, especially in the geology department.
When he started teaching, the geology department was in Haworth Hall, which was built for that purpose. The department soon outgrew the building and it was scattered over the campus.
In 1942 the department was ready to move into the newly constructed Lindley Hall but war broke out and the Army took it over. It was not until 1946 that the department could move into its new quarters.
Official Bulletin
Items for the Official Bulletin must be brought to the public relations office, 222-A Strong, before 9:30 a.m. on the day or publication. Do not bring Bulletin material. The Only Kansan. Notices should include name, place, date, and time of function.
TODAY
The deadline for Quill manuscripts is Oct. 15. Students should address manuscripts to Quill c/o department of English, Name and address should appear in the Quillanners will be published in Quill and offered memberships in the organization.
TUESDAY
United Presbyterian Women's get acquainted dessert meeting, 7 p.m. United Presbyterian Center at 1221 Oread. All interested women are welcome.
Fulbright Forum - 4 p.m. Fraser Thester.
For those interested in applying for
the Fulbright Forum.
Yom Kippur Services, sponsored by HMU Yom Kippur Jewish Community Center, 1409 Tennessee
Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Omega will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Jayhawk Room, Kansas Union. All those interested are invited to attend.
American Institute of Student Architects: 7:30 p.m. Oread Room of Union, Space in Architecture." All architects and architectural engineering students invited.
TUESDAY
Jayhawk Pre-Med. Tech. Club meet-
ing. Walkin Nurse Nurses Home. Bring
sack lunch
Contrary to opinion, Zebu milk is not served on the TCU training table.
Scrivner Will Address Young GOP Conference
Rep. Errett P. Scrivner (R-Kan) will be keynote speaker at the Issues Conference sponsored by the Collegiate Young Republicans of Kansas Friday and Saturday at the Holiday Inn.
Four discussions are scheduled Saturday on the subject "The purpose, objectives and methods of operation as it deals with state government."
Joan Stafford, St. Joseph, Mo. senior and president of the KU Young Republicans, said delegates from every college and university in Kansas will attend. Registration will be at 5 p.m. Friday and there will be a cocktail party at 8 p.m.
Scrivern will speak at a banquet at 12:30 p.m. Saturday.
The hour and leader of each discussion; 10 a.m., John McCauley of the Kansas Industrial Development Commission; 11 a.m., C. E. Black of the Kansas Federation of Labor; 1:30 p.m., C. C. Kilker of the Kansas State Chamber of Commerce; 2:30 p.m., Clarence Rupp of the Kansas Farm Bureau.
Representatives from four state organizations will preside over the discussions. They will explain their organizations' tactics and motives in dealing with state government.
The first meeting of Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Omega is at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow in the Jayhawk Room of the Kansas Union.
Scout Group To Organize
Alpha Phi Omega is the national service fraternity of university men who have been members of the Boy Scouts.
Alpha Phi Omega assists with the placement exams given to new students. At Christmas, the organization collects "Toys for Tots." The goal is to get every student to donate a toy and 6,000 to 7,000 toys are collected annually.
In the spring, Alpha Phi Omega provides leadership for the scouts of Kaw Council at its annual Junior Leaders Training Conference in Kansas City.
Alpha Phi Omega activities include barbecues, dances, and canoe races.
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All Hall Fall Ball Call Friday, Y'All
Students living in the nine scholarship halls will welcome autumn Friday with their traditional All Hall Fall Ball with a field day starting at 4:30 p.m. east of the stadium.
Fulbright Forum Tomorrow at 4 p.m.
Students interested in applying for Fulbright scholarships should attend the Fulbright Forum at 4 p.m. tomorrow in Fraser Theater.
A. Byron Leonard, professor of zoology and Fulbright adviser for KU, said that eligibility requirements and application procedures would be explained at the forum. The extent of language preparation for students desiring to study in non-English speaking countries will also be explained, he said.
The Fulbright program, sponsored by the U. S. State Department, offers graduating seniors and graduate students the opportunity for a year of foreign study.
What I Meant To Say Was . . .
A former State Department employee, now an assistant professor of political science at KU, was telling his class about the old days when he assisted in the State Department's weekly briefing sessions on international affairs.
The weekly meetings, designed to keep congressmen informed on the world situation, were discontinued shortly after the Washington Post published an expose stating that congressmen, alcohol and girls were being combined weekly at the expense of the State Department.
"But this was quite untrue." insisted the instructor. "Everyone knows that the Department of State has no girls—they're all old professionals!"
When the laughter subsided, the blushing instructor emphasized that he had meant "long time government employees."
IFC Will Discuss Rush, Greek Weeks
The Interfraternity Council will hold its first meeting of the semester at 8:30 tonight in the Fine Room of the Kansas Union.
Dick Jones, McPherson senior and IFC president, said the council will analyze Rush Week and make preliminary plans for Greek Week.
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Mother Nellis' Scholarship trophy will be given the men's scholarship hall with the highest grade average last year. The trophy honors Mother Nellis who was housemother at Battenfeld Hall from the time it was built until she retired six years ago.
Robert Henderson, Garden City junior and coordinator for the program, said men's and women's hall championships will be given in the following field events: shot put, javelin and hammer throws, hurdles, steeple chase, and medley, cross country, and sprint relays. There will be a special contest for hall housemothers.
Sponsored by the Men's Scholarship Hall Council, the event will close with a dinner and dance in the Potter picnic area.
All scholarship halls, five men's and four women's will participate. About 450 students are expected.
The men's Scholarship Hall Council consists of two representatives from each of the men's scholarship halls. Social chairmen of the nine halls are working with Henderson, Residence Halls are Watkins, Miller, Foster, Battenfeld, Stephenson, Joliffe, Pearson, Sellards and Douthart.
The ball has previously been held at Alumni Place. The location was changed because of the added field events, Henderson said.
Freshmen Women To Meet AWS
AWS will hold its annual freshman orientation Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Kansas Union Ballroom.
Freshman women are to attend with their Jay sisters. The meeting will explain the AWS organization and projects for the year.
Members of the AWS Senate and House of Representatives will attend freshman dorm corridor meetings during the next week to answer further questions.
Sharon Whitacre Miss Kansas
She came in to browse and sign up for our gift bond drawing. Have you?
COACH HOUSE
Experience & Association
On The Plaza—Kansas City
On The Campus—Lawrence
On Brookside—Kansas City