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The very poetry of motion there,
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Over the net the ball came bounding,
Lightly I hit it back again:
Back it came, it was most astounding,
But I could not return it then
Over the net.
Over the net we talked and chatted
All that bright summer afternoon;
Little I thought that I was faded
Two win a love-game from her so soon,
Over the net.
Over the net how the recollection
Brings to my mind that same glad thrill.
Yes, she is just as much perfection,
And in my dreams I see her still,
Over the net.
— Bordoin Orient.
TO BE! OR, NOT TO BE!
(Playthings.) That is the Question!
Am I a doll, or a child? If not, there is no necessity for treating me either as the one or the other. Were I a doll, I could not, and should not, if my sole function was to serve as a plaything for someone; or, being a child it would be but natural that I should wish to be amused and hence would appreciate the possession of a plaything. I believe most of us girls may be excluded from the first class, dolls, and so we cannot understand, and do not enjoy, our treatment as such. It seems to be a prevailing opinion among a large number of the boys that we may best serve as playthings; that we are to be considered as devoid of intelligence, and incapable of anything beyond contributing to their amusement in the way which seems to suit them best. At a dance one of us is picked up from our seat, whirled around the room a few times, and then, in about the same manner in which a child throws aside its rag doll to welcome the new china one, we are "slammed" back into our place while our late possessor hurries off to the new darker-haired one, or the one that will squeak when squeezed. Have we no feelings, at all? I, for one, will confess that my pride, if nothing more, is wounded by the very unceremonious discarding (this not to apply solely to dances). What though we care nothing for his presence; it is the idea, clearly brought out by this sort of action on his part, of our utter insignificance, or a complete lack of any feeling in the matter, that has its effect. Again while "Lord" Boy favors us with his acceptance of us for a time he imagines us incapable of having any ideas or of being able to express to him any new thoughts; at least he gives us no opportunity. But perhaps this arises from his fear of getting into "too deep water." Whatever be the reason, the fact remains that he only attempts to please himself by a mode of acting, perhaps best expressed by the treatment of a doll at the hands of a child; "playing" with us.
He may, perhaps, if an extraordinarilyadeep thinker, be so far imbued with the spirit of this advanced age as to rank us higher than this. In this case we "pose" as a child. Of necessity then the boy is the doll, for his sole effort is to please us, and these attempts are confined, almost without exception, to the performance of antics which we, our existence as children being presupposed, if left to ourselves and in the possession of an inanimate doll would put upon it. How thoughtful of our happiness is this "Fool" Boy; in this he resembles the new invention, the "Electrical Doll," and serves about the same purpose. This doll amuses not only children, but older people as well, for all are curious as to its mechanism and make-up; so it is with this latter class of boys; we are divided between our amusement, which, however, soon wears off, and our curiosity as to his make-up. We honestly believe ourselves worthy of a better effort on the part of the boys, and also believe that we are capable of taking our part and furnishing our share of the mutual entertainment. We will not, however, be the doll; we do not desire to be the child, and have our 'doll' provide himself. BESS.
An Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association.
With the unusual interest that is being shown in athletic matters this fall, comes a desire that Kansas might have an Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association that would take charge of all athletic contests between the colleges of the state. As it is we never meet any colleges except Washburn and Baker in any out door contests. If we had a state association that would take charge charge of such matters and arrange a schedule of games each year it would add greatly to the interest and give much better facilities for arranging for games. Last year the K. S. U. nine was unable to arrange for a single game even with a college that is as near us as Washburn. If we had have had a state association to take charge of it several games might have been arranged for,
K. S. U. is not the only college that can be benefited by an association of this kind and it is to be hoped that every college in the state will think of this question some, so that by the time the Oratorical Association meets here delegates may be sent and an association formed from intime to arrange for a series of games for next spring.
The club room in Snow Hall was well filled last Friday as all were eager to learn from the delegates who had represented the Science club at the Wichita meeting of the Kansas Academy. Prof. Sayre gave a comprehensive account of the meeting which was supplemented in some particulars by Prof. Snow, Prof. Bailey, Prof. Murphy and W. S. Franklin. The microscopical exhibition, the Kingman salt mines, and the Garfield girls were thoroughly described. On the cars the K. S. U. delegation and kindred spirit organized a glee club and mingled the strains of "Upidee" with the rumble of the train. The Kansas Academy yell devised on this occasion was repeated for the benefit of the science club. Of course no printed words can represent this triumph of elocutionary genius but we put it down that all can see something of its spirit rhythm and force. Kanacad—Kanacad—course-I-can, BOOM!!
To make this more interesting, a state association could have a prize to offer to the college making the best record and allow it to be retained so long as that college maintains its supremacy. If this were done there would be something to strive for and it would not only give each college a chance to add laurels to its crown but by inducing more practice would improve the playing of all the colleges.
Science Club.
R. R. Rodgers read an essay on "The Eifel Tower and its Architect." He gave a sketch of the life of M. Eifel. M. Eifel has originality and success in engineering feats. He was the first to build bridges out from the piers without false works, he constructed the nice observatory which weighs a hundred pounds yet is moved by the slightest touch, and he devised the series of gigantic locks which were te be put in the Panama canal. The three hundred meter tower was proposed for the centennial exposition in 1876 but was rejected. The cost of the tower was $1,300,000; it contains 73,000 tons of iron, of which 450 tons are rivets and bolts. The pressure on its base is nine pounds per square centimeters, while the Washington monument only 550 feet high has a pressure of fifty-four pounds per square centimeters.
Ed. Esterly next gave a resume of the articles in the November Popular Science Monthly and, E. E. Slosson called attention to some important pieces in the Scientific American.
Prof. Snow then invited the club into the museum where he exhibited the saurian jaws which Judge West has discovered in the cretaceous formation.
New Music Store!
Lovers of music are invited to call at the music store of H. H. Holcomb and inspect his excellent stock of sheet music. He will furnish you with the best music at the most reasonable prices. Eight pieces of music for only $1.00, no one piece of which retails for less than $3.00. He carries the finest grade of pianos—the Hallit & Davis, Hale, and Emerson, also several different kinds of organs. Give him a call and see for yourself. He is situated on Warren St., between Mass., and Vermont.
Miss El a Pucket does fine work at the most reasonable prices.
Full Dress Ties and Shirts at Abe Levy's.
Ladies see Ella Pucket before getting your dresses made.
Boy's buy your Gloves at Abe Levy's.
Fresh Oysters and Celery at
O'Hern & Woodruff's.
Gloves of all kinds at Abe Levy's.
Philological Club.
Last Friday night the Philological Club adopted the following resolutions:
WHEREAS. The opportunity is offered by the Greek government to the American school at Athens to explore and excavate the site of ancient Delphi, one of the greatest centers of Greek religion, the site of its most famous oracle, the meeting place of its greatest council, the locality adorned by many of the noblest works of the genius of the Greeks, and crowded with poetic as well as with historic associations throughout the whole period of of the glory of Greece; and
WHEREAS, The Council of the Archaeological Institute of America has issued an address to the public promising to conduct the excavation for five years, provided a sum of not less than $75,000 for the land needed, and appropriation of the land needed, for expressions of interest and approval and contributions of any amount; and
WHEREAS. That work is greatly desirable for the good name of our country, and the encouragement of American scholarship and the peace on our artists and the public taste:
Resolved, That the Philological Club of the University of Kansas has heard of this important enterprise with the greatest pleasure, and desires thereby to express its interest in the undertaking, and to proclaim its intention to further it to the extent of its ability and influence, and as an carnest of this intention invites contributions to the fund for the enterprise and appoints the Secretary to collect and remit to the Secretary of the Delphi Committee.
Mr. Sterling read a paper for the so-called Niobe on Mount Sipylus in Asia Minor. He reviewed the geography of the country, and told the story of Niobe, and gave the various opinions of travelers on the rock-figure on Sipylus. Sayce and the latest traveler, Heemann, agree in making it, not natural, but the work of men's hands, and in calling it Cybele, not Niobe. It is in a sitting posture like Cybele, and small cuttings for offerings around the niche show that worship was performed here, which favors the argument for Cybele, since Niobe was not worshiped.
Miss Sultiff told the club about the prospectus for the coming season at the theatre of the Odeon in Paris. Miss Rudolph told of a new Latin newspaper in Rome, and gave some account of late magazine articles on Rome of today, the ancient and modern views of old age, and on late translations of Virgil.
The perfumes at Raymond & Dick's are like their tooth brushes, lasting.
For bargains in Underwear go to Abe Levy's.
A novelty! Those Stamp Photos made by Geo. R Shane the photogopher.
The best line of Underwear in the city at Abe Levy's.
Something New.
Innes is showing new and very choice colorings in a 50 inch silk chenille drapery material. Designed for Halls, Archways, Baywindows, etc. It is also very nice for Stand Covers,Table Covers, Couches, etc. New and pretty designs in all colors in Brocotellis, for Curtains, Lounges and Furniture of all kinds,the low prices of these goods put them in the reach of all and for very little money. You can make pleasing additions to your home.
For all the late novelties in Handkerchiefs see our line of Plain, Fancy, Embroidered and Initial goods in Silk, Linen and Real Lace from 5 c, to $5.00. No better place in the west to make a selection of these goods. INNES.
Curry's Musical Comedy Company.
Misses Lillian Stillman and Emily Kean executed several songs and dances in a way that elicited rounds of applause The character of "Widow Rhue" was well rendered by Eugene F. Gorman, whose ability in eccentric comedy was duly appreciated. Miss Annie Martel rendered a dude song and was loudly encorped. An enjoyable feature of the performance was the singing of W. L. Vaughn. Mr. Vaughn is possessed of a voice of power and sweetness, and his songs were very greatly enjoyed."
At Bowersock's Opera House, Monday Nov. 11. Seats now on sale at Crews Book Store.
The Dallas News has the following to say of Curry's Musical Comedy Company, presenting the great Irish comedy drama entitled "Irish Hearts of Old." "Mr. A. D. Johnson, who carried the part of Capt. Kilpepper, is an actor of no inconsiderable strength and grace, being possessed of a fine physique, a good voice, and having good facial control. He gave a very strong and effective rendition of his short and unpopular part. Mr. Myles Morris, as Paudee Rhue, was very clever, especially in the rendition of his various comic songs, which were loudly applauded. John L. Dill, as Col. Laverack, and W. J. Clark, as Sergent Storkey, did some effective work in eccentric comedy.
Finish What You Begin.
My old great-grandmother Knox had a way of making her children finish their work. If they began a thing they must complete it. If they undertook to build a cob house they must not leave it until it was done, and nothing of the work or play to which they set their hands would she allow them to abandon incomplete. I sometimes wish I had been trained in this way. How much of life is wasted in unfinished work! Many a man uses up his time in splendid beginnings. The labor devoted to commence ten things and leave them useless will finish five of them, and make them profitable and useful. Finish your work. Life is brief; time is short. Stop beginning forty things and go finish four. Put patient, persistent toll into the matter, and be assured, one complete undertaking will yield yourself more pleasure and the world more profit than a dozen fair plans of which people say, "This man began to build and was not able to finish."—Golden Days.
Ladies of the University are especially invited to call on me at my dress making rooms at 819 Massachusetts street, Lawrence, Kas. For fine work and special prices.
One hundred and fifty cases of goods of all descriptions were consigned yesterday to the MONSTER BANKRUPT sale at 733 Massachusetts street, which will be disposed of at 40c on the dollar for the next 30 days.
ELLA PUCKET.
Students will find it to their advantage to call on Pat Graham when in need of Boots and Shoes made to order or repairing. Second door east of Record office.
Jellies, Preserves, Jams and Mince Meat of a first-class quality only at O'Hern & Woodruff's.
New Party Ties at Abe Levy's.
Full Dress Vests the latest style at Abe Levy's.
Pat Graham will compete with any shoe maker in Lawrence as to first-class workmanship, and prices. He uses nothing but oak stock for soles. No.9 Henry street.
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