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THE UNIVERSITY TIMES
Published every Friday morning by the TIMES
COMPANY.
T. HUNT, JUS. D. BOWERSOCK, JR.
President Secretary
EDITORIAL STAFF.
EDGAR MARTINDALE, Editor in Chief.
ASSOCIATE EDITORS.
Tella Chapman, Stanton Smith,
H. F. M. Bear,
Paul Wilkinson,
Maud Springer,
T. A. Webb,
N. W. Fieldfield,
F. M. Mumford,
G. Holstinger,
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C. B. STREET. J. FRANK CRAIG
Entered at the postoffice of Lawrence, Ka-
ssas, as second-class matter.
UNIVERSITY DIRECTORY
DEAT THETA Pt. Meets on fourth floor of the One 2 House block.
PHI KAPPA PSI, Meets on third floor of Opera House block.
PBI GAMMA DELTA fraternity, Meets in the Elridge House block, third floor.
PBI DELTA THETA, Meets on second floor of Opera House block.
PBI GAMMA MEETS on the fourth floor east of the Oceana House block.
SIGNA NE, Meets in the Elridge House block thirteenth floor.
PBI BETA PHI Meets every Saturday afternoon in homes of members.
KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA, Meets every Saturday after noon at the homes of members.
PBI DELTA THETA, Meets every Saturday after noon at the homes of members.
BASE BADG Association, Menger, Prof. A. M Wileo, Captain of the Nine, Charles Voonhis.
UNIVERSITY SY SCIENCE CLUB, Meets in Snow
UNIVERSITY SCIENCE CLUB, Meets in Snow Hall.
PHILOGICAL CLUB. Meets in room No. 30.
every other F day at 8 p.m.
every other F. Day at 8 p.m.
TENNIS ASSOCIATION President, F. E. Reel,
Science F. H. Kellogg, Treasurer, W. A.
Know.
SCIENCE CLUB, Every other Friday at 8 p.m.
POPULATORY SCIENCE CLUB, Every other week.
N.P. at
ORPHILIPHAN LITERARY SOCIETY, Every other week.
N.P. at
TENNIS LITERARY SOCIETY, Every other Friday at 8 p.m.
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THE Review attempted a joke upon the TIMES editor in the last number which is a puzzle to all to see the point.
--administration. They ask for the U S. District Judgship, and Mr. Rigby's name is prominently mentioned in that connection.
According to the Emporia *Republican*, it seems to be the practice of freshmen of the Presbyterian college to put a chip upon their shoulder and to artfully await the approach of a verdent "prep" thoughtless and bold enough to knock it off. Occasionally one is found.
--administration. They ask for the U S. District Judgship, and Mr. Rigby's name is prominently mentioned in that connection.
THE semi-annual examinations are near at hand and it perhaps behooves some of the students to refreshen their memories upon the subjects pursued during this term. That iron law, the "double failure" rule is still in force and remains the constant dread of a University students life. A cruel faculty.
Mumford, Simmons and Holsinger have gone home. Bear and Street are practicing in oratory. Wilkinson and Smith have gone. Lord knows were, and so the TIMES is simply running itself this week in the old "go easy" fashion. Therefore the readers must patiently bear with it and hope for a better day soon.
THE Christmas number of the Review is an exceedingly bright one and reflects much credit, upon the editorial staff for the amount of energy and ability displayed. The communications from Hon. Noble Prentis and Prof. Carruth are very interesting. It is needless to State that the Review is gaining wonderfully in circulation and in standing in the literary world.
--administration. They ask for the U S. District Judgship, and Mr. Rigby's name is prominently mentioned in that connection.
THE TIMES greets its readers with a "Holiday issue," which is expected to assist the students in digesting their Christmas turkey. It also gives the few remaining students in this city something to do aid in "whiling" the time away. The TIMES extends best wishes to all and hopes that you may have a most happy vacation, and return soon to K. S. U. reshed and ready to battle again with the "double" lessons in which the Professors take so much delight.
One by one our graduates are coming forward. The latest heard from is Isaac Rigby of the law class of '85, now a rising attorney of Concordia. A number of Republican papers in that section headed by the Concordia Times, demand that the custom of giving the government offices to eastern Kansas be laid on the shelf, and that the western part of the State be recognized by theince ring
WHY IS IT SO?
There is one thing about which too much can not be said. That is, the lack of interest in the literary work attempted by the University societies. Last year it was very near impossible to keep either one ally. This year, while one of the societies has gone ahead and increased its membership and efficiency, the other has only been able to hold a few feeble meetings. This state of things ought not to be. In other Universities and colleges, there are found from three to five flourishing literary societies. Why cannot we then support two?
There are but two possible reasons for the lack of interest taken in the work by K. S. U. students. One may be the absolute neglect on the part of the faculty, as a body, of the good to be gotten out of the work done by the literary societies. While the Faculty as a whole care nothing for the societies or the work done by them, there are a few of the Professors who know the value of a good literary society, and who are willing to give some of their energy and some of their time in order to increase and simulate the growth of the societies. There is one other possible reason for the non-support of the University literary societies. In an educated town, inhabited by learned people, whose only desire is more learning, it is well nigh impossible that any interest can be taken in all the societies that are formed for literary purposes. This is true not only of the city but also of the University students. A great many of the latter would prefer to belong to some little club that has no connection with the University, or to start a new society, composed of only one friend and thus cut themselves loose from their places of education. While if all the energy was concentrated in the two societies, we would have something to be proud of. In conclusion, it is a pleasure to note that there will be a joint program rendered soon after the holidays, by Orophilian and Athenanum. We hope this will be only the beginning of a revival in literary work. Come back after your vacation and join one of the University literary societies. It is to our interest.
--ment of municipal suffrage by women in their state worthy of commemoration. Their pamphlet, 'Woman Suffrage in Kansas: An account of the municipal elections in Kansas in 1887 as told by the newspapers of the State' (Topeka; Geo. W. Crane publishing company.) is an orderly digest of the press comments before and after the elections, as to which we remark that the Republican papers were generally favorable or respectful, the Democratic generally (but not always) the reverse. An introduction to this body of extracts gives a brief but lucid review of the steps leading up to the partial victory of the suffragists, which they owe to their alliance with the Women's Christian Temperance Union in 1886. The story is instructive, and this pamphlet is certain to have a permanent value for students of our political development. The compilation is in excellent taste. In 1888 the vote cast by woman was thirty-one per cent of the male vote; in 1887, thirty-seven. But there seems to be a difficulty in ascertaining the returns and the two elections were not of equal interest per se — New York Evening Post
It is a fact quite often commented upon that the graduates of the University of Kansas are fast taking a prominent part in the affairs of the state. The legal and journalistic professions have extended to them a hearty welcome, for they carry with their work the energy and enterprise so characteristic of the West. One of the third graduating class, that of 1875, was Frank P. McLennon, now the brilliant young editor of the Toppea State Journal. The Lawrence Evening Tribune, under the guidance of Mr. Charles F. Scott, of '81, occupies a foremost place among the state papers. W. J. Keys, who received his diploma in '84, after a number of successful newspapar ventures, is now the editor of the Hutchinson Democrat. W. Y. Morgan, after two years excellent work as city editor of the Lawrence Tribune occupies the editorial seat on the Chase County Republican. Bion S. Hutchins, secretary of the Republican state committee, also ranks among the Kansas State University journalists. E. F. Caldwell, now with the Lawrence Tribune, is doing some excellent rustling in the business department of that paper. Among those who have written much for various journals are Jessie A. Austin, '79; Florence Finch Kelley, '81, and Frank Sharon Foster, '85.
In the legal profession there are a large number among whom are Charles and Willis Gleed, of Topeka; C. W. Smith, Stockton; A. C. Scott, Iola; W. C. Spangler, Lawrence; W. B. Brownell, Kansas City; E. C. Little, Ness City, and many others. Many of the graduates have become instructors in our high schools, and a host of them will be found at the meeting of the State Teachers' Association in Topeka this month.—Kansas City Journal, Dec. 17.
Mr. F. G. Adams, Secretary of the Kansas Historical Society, and Prof. W. H Carruth, have thought the acquire-
A NUMBER of Kansas editors battling against space, still continue to grind editorials attacking our esteemed Professor James H. Canfield. They lament the fact that the Political Science department turns out "free-traders," and nothing else but "free-traders." It is needless to state that the leading journalists of the State are silent on the question of removal. Of course this is all newspaper talk and nothing will come of it as the regents are men of marked intelligence and perceive what a fatal effect such an action would have. The University would like to have this ignomineous howl stopped as it does nothing more than excite prejudice against us.
From the present status of affairs, it wouldn't seem that efforts are made to remove a man as soon as he has gained a national reputation. The charges made, like most coarches, are false and do not deserve the notice of wise and thoughtful peole.
Exchange Gleanings.
One of the best college papers we have seen is the Lehigh Burr.
DePauw has a military company company composed of young ladies. When the young ladies of K. S. U. read this they will no doubt act with the spirit of the motto of Kansas. "Ad astra per aspera," and organize a fire company.
Doane Owl: Being naturally interested in Kansas, our sister State, we append the following:
Denver is to have an astronomical observatory that will rival the famous Lick observatory. The buildings and instruments have been provided through the liberality of W. B. Chamberlin, of Denver.-Exchange.
We recently read an article in an Eastern exchange in which he ridiculed the culture of the West. Be this as it may we prefer our western culture to that of the East, if the following is a fair sample coming, as it does, from the heart of the eastern culture:
We suggest that the exchange editor of the Out look on the map and find out what State Denver is in.
Dancing at K' of P. Hall.
A maiden sat in the gallery high,
One summer night in Music Hall;
And brave Apollo stood close by.
Proud in a niche within the wall.
She turned and gazed on the lovely god,
And eyed him. lonely limbs askance,
The face of a tree in a trunk
"Excuse me, sir, do you wear pant?"
— Boston Herald.
Prof. Ryan's Academy of Dancing open for ladies and gentlemen every Monday and Friday evenings. Ladies private class every Monday afternoon. Ladies and children's class every Saturday afternoon. Mr. Ryan teaches all the most fashionable dances, making a specialty of the Waltz and Reverse. Pupils can enter at any time, their term commencing with the first lesson. Classes are always open for beginners. References required. For further information concerning tuition, etc., address
J. KYAN, Lawrence House,
or call at K. of P. Hall.
Engraved Visiting Cards, at Jaccard's, Kansas City.
Kansas Coals.
Proof. L. I. Blake and E. H. S. Bailey after making a careful and scientific study of the quality and kinds of coal in the State have made full reports of the results of their labors for the biennial report of the State Board of Agriculture. They have visited and obtained specimens from about 35 different coal regions of the State. Prof. Blakemade his study for the purpose of ascertaining the relative amount of heat produced by each. According to Prof. Blake's investigation, the order of the coals, with regard to the heating power of each, is as follows: (1) Cherokee, including the Pittsburgh, Frontenac, and Weir County. (2) Ft. Scott, (3) Linn county, (4) Leavenworth, (5) Osage county, (6) Cloud county. Prof. Blake made over 100 burnings and he finds that it takes almost twice as long to burn the same amount of Osage coal as the Cherokee. All Kansas coals are inferior to the Indiana block coal, the Cherokee being almost as good. The apathesis by which he made his tests is one of the same kind officially used by the English Government in making similar tests. The Professor made all the burnings himself and can vouch for their correctness.
Prof. Bailey has worked with the same samples for the purpose of determining the chemical analysis. He has found that the evaporative powers follow the same order as the amount of fired carbon. He like Prof. Blake, finds that the coals deteriorate from the southeast part of the State westward so far as tested. Several other interesting facts will be brought out in the report. Other coals will be examined in the same way as fast as obtained. The Professors have been at considerable expense both of time and money in making these investigations and it is needless to state that these gentlemen like most scientific men, have done this without compensation from any one and their only reward is a more scientific knowledge of the mineral wealth of the State. If they have succeed in any way benefiting the people of Kansas by their researches, their labors will not have been in vain. This is the first examination ever made of the coals of Kansas and the results obtained have not a little surprised some of the coal dealers of the State.
Now is the time to buy a PLUSH AL-
BUM. Smith is closing out below cost.
See those elegant BRIAR PIPES in plush cases at Smith's.
Mr. Ad. Manter moves pianos, household furniture, and all kinds of baggage. He transfers trunks and all kinds of baggage to and from all parts of the city. Student's trade especially solicited. He has a telephone No. 61.
Great reduction in all winter goods at Abe Levy's.
Get your hair cut at Dedrick & Tipton's barber shop, they are the daisy barbers. 836 Massachusetts St.
—Emporia Republican.—Lawrence revels in the sensation of a female burglar. Most anybody can go into the burglary business at Lawrence without getting caught, providing no attempt is made to carry off the State University.
Hagar & Davis now occupy a very commodious room in Glathart & Sparr's new building. They informed a representative of the TIMES that they will do all kinds of copying on the typewriter. This is an excellent chance for those who expect to enter the oratorical contest to have their orations copied so that the judges can easily read them. They also informed us that all work would be strictly confidential.
Bromelsick's is the place to buy anything in gents furnishing goods at lower prices than ever offered before.
Frank Landon who is attending the Lawrence University, is spending the vacation at home. — Newton Republican.
Great reduction in silk handerchiefs and mufflers at Abe Levy's.
Andy Reed, the popular barber, is the man to patronize when you want a hair cut or shave.
Baths at Andy Reed's at all hours of the day and every day in the week.
Diamonds, at Jaccard's, Kansas City.
M. C. JOHNSON,
Gold Watches, at Jaccard's. Kansas City.
Proprietor of the
Eldridge House Livery Stable.
Finest Turn-outs in the city.
pe cial Rates to Studi ents.
J. F. McCONNELL, Merchant Tailor.
Latest Styles and Finest Cloths in the City.
SPECIAL RATES TO STUDENTS.
THE
WESTERN FARM
MORTGAGE TRUST COMPANY,
Lawrence, Kansas.
Capital - $1,000,00.
S. O. THACHER. G. W. E. GRIFTH, President. Manager.
Mortgage Loans a speciality. Our facilities for handling the business promptly and satisfactorily are not excelled by any loaning company in the West. If you have need of our services call and see us at the home office at Lawrence or apply to our local agent in your town.
They have the largest shop and the best workmen in the city.
STUDENTS' TRADE SOLICITED.
THE BOSS BARBERS.
GROSS & BARKER are
814 Massachusetts Street
Hig
823 Mass. St.
Practical Watchmaker and Engraver.
And Buys and Cookies and "such like things," R. J. SPIETZ, at 825 Mass, street, has what the students want. "Just like your mother at home makes."
H. W. HAYNE,
FOR BREAD And Buns and
F. H.KLOCK'S,
Restaurant and Confectionery.
Oysters, Choice Candies, Cigars, Tobacco
etc.
Regular Meals, 25s; Regular $0.00; $3; M eat
Tickets $10.
$80 MAJOR MACHESUTHS SURET.
MRS. PATTERSON,
At the corner of Adams and Kentucky streets—the Crew place, has several
LARGE and WELL FURNISHED ROOMS to let to students.
WITH OR WITHOUT BOARD, AS MAY BE DESIRED
Those who wish a home-like boarding place,
convenient to the University, will do well to
call.
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