Page 8
University Daily Kansan
Friday, Feb. 8, 1957
—(Daily Kansan photo)
Ancient Art Baffles KU Aztec Authorities
Today the Yoke, Palma and Hacha fail to ring a bell, but to the preconquest Aztec civilization they evidently were of major importance. What they symbolized is a mystery to the experts.
These thought-provoking art works are currently on display in the Art Museum for public inspection.
Several theories have been offered about the history of the pieces. Donald Robertson visiting assistant professor of art history, describes the Hacka as "resembling a stone axe." Prof Roberton said, "The Hacka may have been a monumental form given to the people as plaques are given today. This is just a theory, but most talks on the Hacha use this theory."
Another of the items on display is the Palma, shaped to resemble the palm of a hand. On this one the experts are stumped, and as yet no theory has been formulated.
"The Palma is shaped at the bottom so that it may serve as a socket, but we have no idea what it fits." Prof. Robertson said. This piece is from the Nelson Gallery in Kansas City, Mo.
The third major article on display that has no definite background is called the Yoke. It is shaped like a yoke or horse collar.
"This may have been a monumental form of body armor for a game where a ring is used. A small rubber ball is struck by the player, and because the ball is of a hard material the body armor was needed to protect the player." Prof Robertson said. He added that again this is just a theory.
"We believe this is some of the
Firms Schedule Job Interviews
Engineering students will be interviewed by the following companies in 111 Marvin next week:
Wednesday - National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, Emerson Electric Co., Linde Air Products, and Douglas Aircraft Corp.
Monday — McDonnell Aircraft Corp, Goodyear Tire and Aircraft Co. Akron, Ohio, and Caterpillar Tractor Co.
Tuesday — McDonnell Aircraft Corp., Sperry Gyroscope, and Caterpillar Tractor Co.
Thursday National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, Letourneau Westinghouse, Avco Division, Crosley Corp., Standard Oil of Indiana.
Friday — Letourneau Westinghouse, Minneapolis Honeywell Co. Micro-Switch Co., and Mallinckrodt Chemical Co.
Those interested should sign interview schedules in the dean's office, 111 Marvin, and pick up brochures and applications.
most handsome sculpture work that has been done, but we have no idea why they were made."
For the enterprising college student this field is wide open for theories. Anyone wishing experience in this field will find several copies of these works in the Art Museum.
Jazz Group Slated For Topeka Show
The Biggest Show of Stars for '57 will appear 3:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at the Municipal Auditorium, Topeka.
The cast includes Fats Domino, Bill Doggett and his combo, Clyde McPhatter, LaVern Baker, The Five Keys, Chuck Berry, Ann Cole, The Moonglows, The Five Satins, Charles Brown, Eddie Cooley and the Dimels, The Schoolboys, and Paul Williams and his orchestra. Tickets are on sale at Walgreen Drugstore and Mills Music Store in Topeka.
Geology Prof To Lecture At Washington U.
Dr. Raymond C. Moore, professor of geology since 1916, will return to the state of his birth to be a visiting professor of geology at the University of Washington, Seattle, next fall.
As a Walker-Ames Professor during the 1957 fall term at the University of Washington. Dr. Moore will deliver a series of lectures for graduate students and instructors.
Dr. Moore's selection as a Walker-Ames Professor is only one of a series of honors he has received. Last fall he received the Hayden Memorial Geological Award for 1956, an award reserved for the all-time greats in geology, and recently was selected vice president of the Geological Society of America for 1957 and president for 1958.
Although born in Washington state, Dr. Moore received most of his schooling in Kansas, Ohio and Illinois, obtaining his Ph.D. degree in geology from the University of Chicago. He came to Kansas in 1916 as a professor of geology. In the same year he was named state geologist of Kansas and director of the State Geological Survey, and in 1919 he also became chairman of the department of geology at KU.
Dr. Moore now is devoting the major portion of his time to editing a comprehensive treatise on invertebrate paleontology. He is also doing much of the writing for the "Treatise on Invertebrate Paleontology," which will consist of 24 volumes 7 of which have been published.
Home Economics Display Featured
Advantages and opportunities of a career in home economics are featured in a display in the home economics reading room. 112 Fraser.
Information on foods, child education and care, and publications in home economics, clothing, and interior design are also available.
Try Kansan Want Ads. Get Results
There is an easier way at
Duck's
- Jumbo Shrimp
- Block Island Swordfish
- Rainbow Trout
- Fried Oysters
- Soft Shell Crabs
DUCK'S Sea Food Tavern
824 Vermont
To Discuss 'Essentials Of Methodism' Sunday
"Essentials of Methodism" will be discussed at a fellowship supper at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at the Methodist Student Center, 1314 Oread by Rev. Ewart Watts of the First Methodist Church of Topeka.
This is the first in a series of
In Egypt, linen was the only fabric priests were permitted to wear.
discussions on the theme, "What Are You Methodist?"
Some 2,000,000 people visit the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., each year. No other national shrine or park attracts so large an audience, the National Geographic Society says.
AS LONG AS IT RUNS...
Head east on 23rd St. for
the quickest drive-in service in Lawrence.
SUNDAY SPECIAL
Chicken and home-made, shoe string noodles with salad, hot rolls, and a drink...1.50
Home-made cherry pie ...20
The Blue Hills Drive-In
Open Mon. thru Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
1601 E. 23rd.
lace-kissed Blouson by
Bobbie Brooks
The chic of the blouson is sparked with the perennial romance of lace for this fascinating fashion...Dacron and Cotton with roll-up sleeves..charm for you in charming pastels. Sizes 7 to 15.