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54th Year, No. 79
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 1957
LAWRENCE, KANSAS
Science Bulletin Dedicated To Dr. Hungerford
The latest issue of the University of Kansas Science Bulletin, semi-annual publication of the results of research by faculty members, is dedicated to Herbert Barker Hungerford, professor-emeritus of entomology.
Dr. Hungerford retired last spring after 45 years on the KU faculty. He was chairman of the department of entomology from 1924 to 1949 and served as state entomologist during that time. He is a former president of the Society of Systematic Zoology, an international organization; the Entomological Society of America, and the Kansas Entomological Society.
Although Dr. Hungerford is not teaching, he is continuing research in the classification of aquatic and semi-aquatic Hemiptera, commonly called waterbugs. A grant from the National Science Foundation provides assistance for this research.
In a eulogy to the KU entomologist, Laurence C. Woodruff, dean of students and professor of biology, writes, "...he has become the world's authority on the taxonomy of the aquatic Hemptera.
As part of its dedication, the Science Bulletin includes a list of publications written by Dr. Hungerford, numbering more than 180 papers and including several books.
"Across the years, by his own collecting or by trade and gift, he has amassed the world's largest collection of these insects, enriched largely by the type specimens of his own descriptions along with those which have been compared and found identical with the types in other collections.
"His industry and resulting eminence as an authority in his field are reflected not alone by the hundreds of new species he himself has described and the many papers he has written, but also by the honor implied through the number of species named for him by others; indeed, few modern taxonomists have been so frequently and signally honored in the fashion of fellow systematists in expressing their esteem and respect for a colleague."
Liahona Elects New Officers
Liahona Fellowship has elected Wendell Wallace, Omaha, Neb. junior, president for the spring semester. Roger Acord, St. Joseph, Mosophore, and Les Canning, Youbou, B.C. junior, were elected vice presidents.
Weather
Other officers elected were Evelyn Hacker, Harrisonville, Mo. junior, secretary; Ralph Pratt, Imogene, Iowa 2nd year Law, treasurer; Howard Hays, Miami, Okla. senior, worship chairman; Beverly Doig, Independence Mo. junior, study chairman; Rilla Vickrey, Independence. Mo. freshman, social chairman; Clayton Barber, Gaylord, Mich. junior, service chairman, and Jim Christenson, Holden, Mo. senior, public relations chairman.
Western portion fair with warmer days and cool nights through Thursday. Eastern Kansas partial clearing this afternoon and again Thursday afternoon but fog and drizzle again tonight and Thursday forenoon particularly southeast and extreme east. Little change in temperatures. Low tonight 20-25 northwest to lower 30s southeast. High Thursday 40s east to 50s west.
Rock Chalk Revue Auditions At 3 Today
Rock Chalk Revue auditions for between skit acts and a master of ceremonies will be today from 3 to 5 p.m. in Strong Auditorium.
Six acts will be chosen from the auditions today.
Those unable to audition may call Vera Stoough at VI 3-5660 to arrange for another time.
Apply Now For Medical Test
The Medical College Admission Test will be given Saturday, May 11, and Tuesday, Oct. 29. All premedical students are required to take the test before being admitted to the School of Medicine.
The test is given nationally by the Educational Testing Service of Princeton, N. J. Application blanks are available in the School of Medicine office and must reach the testing service at least two weeks before the test is taken.
Medical Study Program In Effect
A development program for laboratory and clinical study has been begun through an association between Providence Hospital in Kansas City, Kan. and the University of Kansas Medical Center. Effective in January, the program is under the direction of Dr. Tom R. Hamilton, professor and chairman of the department of microbiology at the medical center.
The funds for the activities at Providence will be supplied by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth and the recent Ford Foundation grant which was given to the hospital.
Dean W. Clarke Wescoe of the medical school explained that the Sisters of Charity desire to establish a program which will provide clinical and pathological laboratories, support and stimulate clinical investigation and teaching; and encourage laboratory investigation and teaching. "It is to accomplish this purpose that the Sisters are associating Providence Hospital with the University of Kansas," said Dean Wescoe.
Athletic Funds Eyed For State Revenue
Murphy: Travel Rule Won't Affect University
The University will not be affected by Gov. George Docking's proposal to have requests for out-of-state traveling expenses by state officials sent to his office, Chancellor Franklin D. Murphy said this morning.
The proposal calls for KU administrators and faculty members so send their requests to Gov. Docking instead of to Hubert Brighton, secretary of the Board of Regents.
"The University will continue to operate as it has in the past," Dr. Murphy said. "We will continue to send our instructors to necessary conferences and meetings.
"We don't use University funds to send professors on vacation. The University is allotted a total of $21,000 annual state money for traveling expenses. As I understand it, we still send our requests to Mr. Brighton but now he will send them to Gov. Docking for a final check."
The University has other funds available that can be used for traveling, the chancellor said. A total of $30,000 is on hand from grants for research and take care of necessary expenses on research. However, Dr. Murphy pointed out, this is not state money and does not come from University funds.
25 Students Study Russian
Although the Russian language has the reputation of being a difficult one to learn, 25 students are enrolled this semester in Russian language courses.
Once a student has mastered the alphabet, according to Werner Winter, assistant professor of German and Russian, he finds that many of the words sound like those in English, German and French. The Russian alphabet is similar to the Greek.
Students study Russian history and geography as well as the language. They can also use a set of Russian books on history and literature being acquired by Watson Library.
Prof. Winter said writings of Tolstoy, Dostoevski and other Russian writers are important items in the world's literature. Russian scientific writings are of interest to scientists the world over. Scholarly works written behind the Iron Curtain are often printed in Russian or with Russian abstracts.
Nearly 1/4 billion persons use Russian.
Inside the main door of Watson Library is a display of some International Geophysical Year (IGY) prospects.
Librarians Show IGY Projects
From July, 1957 to December, 1958, scientists from forty countries will study earth sciences. They will measure and probe our planet, seek knowledge of its core and crust, and study the atmosphere and oceans.
In the display are pictures and diagrams of the U.S. earth satellite program. The satellite is a step in rocket exploration of the upper atmosphere.
Several journals concern rockets and space flight published by rocket societies that are members of the International Astronautical Federation.
Books about pioneer rockets include those of the reactor engine of Hero of Alexandria, 2 B.C. His key idea helped develop the jet-propelled plane and the rocket.
Former KU Cage Teammates Clash
Neither have had much time. to watch the present Kansas basketball team in action, but Kenney
Hougland, a two-time United States Olympic basketball team member and now playing with the Phillips squad, was a main cog in the Oilers 88-79 victory over the Vickers and his former teammate, Bob Kenney.
Kansas basketball fans witnessed the return of two former Jayhawker stars last night, but this time instead of wearing the familiar Crimson and Blue, Bill Hougland and Bob Kenney opposed each other in a game between the Phillips Oilers and the Wichita Vickers.
Both men agreed, that although they are continuing their basketball career in the National Industrial League, there jobs definitely take precedence over basketball. Hougland is employed in the sales department of the Phillips organization and Kenney is an engineer at Beech Aircraft Co.
said he did see the first half of the freshman-varsity clash.
Impressed by Defense
"I think they have a real good team," Kenney said. "They impressed me especially on defense. Now that Loneski is back in action they should be even stronger."
Kenney stressed the same thing Dick Harp has been stressing all season when questioned about KU's chances in the NCAA tournament. "First, you've got to win the Big Seven conference. If they accomplish this, they definitely have the potential to go ahead and win the NCAA championship."
Referring to the present Jayhawker great, Wilt Chamberlain, Kenney added that Chamberlain has as much ability as any basketball player he has ever seen. He said the thing that amazed him, is Wilt's ability to jump.
"Although he still has much room for improvement," Kenney said, "I think he is one of the
Harp One Of Finest
greatest players basketball has ever seen."
Hougland, who is still looking forward to seeing the once-beaten Jayhawker five in action, said, "I'm sure that with the coach they have, they are bound to be good. Dick Harp is one of the finest men and coaches in basketball."
Hougland was willing to discuss the U.S. basketball squad and the other teams which participated in the Olympics. He and Kenney both represented the U.S. on the 1952 squad along with the five other members of Jayhawker's national championship team. Hougland received his second berth on the Olympic squad on 1956 while playing with the Oilers.
"In looking at the over-all picture of the 1956 Olympics, Hougland said, "A wonderful spirit prevailed among all the teams. They demonstrated a thing which you and I wish the whole world could be like all of the time."
By BOB LYLE
(Assistant Managing Editor
Gov. George Docking tossed up a few-trial balloons for possible ways of obtaining revenue for the state Tuesday morning in a press conference, and in doing so touched on a subject dear to the hearts of many University supporters — the KU athletic program.
In an informal gathering with representatives of several area newspapers and press services Gov. Docking said he was "wondering" about the possibility of the state taking a percentage of the gate receipts or charging the University rental for athletic activities held in Allen Field House or the Memorial Stadium.
The money might be used to bolster the state general fund he added. He also suggested the possibility of installing parking meters in the field house area to raise money to black top the parking areas.
"Non-Professional Athletes"
He told reporters:
At the same time the governor presented a few opinions on the general athletic policies in Kansas' colleges and Universities.
"I would like to see our universities and colleges in this state become non-professional in athletics. I do not like the semi-professional approach that has been taken on some occasions. I believe everything, athletically or politically should be done in a gold fish bowl."
When reporters asked him what was to be done about Oklahoma in view of his personal stand he laughed and admitted that he was a bit stumped by that question.
Chancellor Franklin D. Murphy said in regard to Gov. Docking's statements that he saw no reason why the state should not consider the possibilities of such a source of revenue.
"The Legislature and the governor have a perfect right to examine such possibilities, and indeed the obligation," the chancellor said.
"I just don't believe there is enough money there to take any out for state revenue," he said. "If something like this is carried out we would either have to cut out some of the non-paying sports or reduce the football and basketball budgets."
Little Profit in Athletics
Chancellor Murphy explained that although it may appear that athletics at KU is making money, little profit is realized once it is put back into the athletic program.
"I think the whole thing is a bit of a tempest in a teapot and will blow over in a little while."
KU athletic director A. C. (Dutch) Lonberg said last night he did not care to comment. He said that Gov. Docking may not have been serious in his statements and that they were just suggested as possibilities.
In a front page story Tuesday the Lawrence Daily Journal World pointed out that Gov. Docking mentioned only KU as a possible means of revenue, completely ignoring the athletic program at Kansas State College.
Gov. Docking, who attended the Phillips 66 Oilers—Wichita Vickers basketball game Tuesday night in the field house, said he did not care to comment on the story in the Journal-World.
Has Exercise Laboratory
The Allen Field House contains a physical exercise research laboratory and is planned to serve event-
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