THE UNIVERSITY TIMES
Published every Friday morning by the TIMES COMPANY.
T. HUNT. JUS, D. ROWERSOCK, JR.
President. SECRETARY.
EDVORIAL STAFF.
EDGAR MARTINDALE, Editor in Chief.
ASSOCIATE EDITORS
Tola Chambers. Stanton Smith.
S. M. Simmons. H. F. M. Bear.
Paul Wilkinson. Helen Suttiff.
Maud Springer. J. W. Walf.
Florence Reacher. N. W. Morrifield.
E. M. Munford. G. Holinger.
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UNIVERSITY DIRECTORY
BETA THETA Pi, Meets on fourth floor of the Opera House block.
KIP KAPPA PSI, Meets on third floor of Opera House block.
GIRA GAMMA DELTA fentanym, Meets in the Eldridge House block, third floor.
KIP DELTA THETA, Meets on second floor of Opera House block.
SIGUA Chi, Meets on the fourth floor cast of the Opera House block.
SIGUA Ni, Meets in the Eldridge House bit ck third floor.
PIT BETA Phi Meets every Saturday afternoon in homes of members.
KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA, Meets every Saturday afternoon at the houses of members.
KAPPA ARIA THETA, Meets every Saturday afternoon at the houses of members.
BASE HALL Association, Manager, Prof. A. W Wilcox, Captain of the Nine, Charles Voorbilt.
UNIVERSITY SCIENCE CLUB, Meets in Snow Hall.
PHILOLOGICAL CLUB, Meets in room No.30, every other Friday at 8 p.m.
TENNIS Association, President, F. E. Roed; Secretary, F. H. Kellogg; Treasurer, W. A. Schuster.
SCIENCE CLUB, Every other Friday at 8 p.m.
POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB, Every other week at 8 p.m.
ATHENEME LITERARY SOCIETY, Every other week at 8 p.m.
SIXTH BI-ENNIAL REPORT.
The report of the Regents, Chancellor and Faculty has been issued from the State Printer. This is the sixth of the series of Biennial reports and is designed to show the present condition of the University and of its various departments. It contains also the estimates for the two years ending June 30, 1894 as made up by the Regents in their November meeting. They say that "this table is made up after a most careful consideration, in full Board of each item. We believe the expenditure is justified by the work which the Uuniversity is doing, and by the helpful influence which it is exerting upon the educational interests of the State."
This seems to be the key note of the report. The University of Kansas is a different institution from what it was ten or even five years ago. It has already relinquished most of the ground which it then held in common with the secondary schools and has at the same time strengthened its collegiate and professional courses. The system of elective studies is fully and fairly presented in the Chancellor's report and the reasons are given why this method, though somewhat costly in the claims which it imposes upon the instructors' time and strength, is after all, more efficient and satisfactory than the method of a fixed and prescribed curriculum. The Chancellor also recommends as a means of still further strengthening this collegiate work that the entire Preparatory Department be given up without delay. This recommendation is best given in the words of the report itself.
"The efforts that have been made during the last few years to diminish the amount of instruction given in the Preparatory Department have been received by the people of the State with such unqualified approval, that I am led to believe that you will be sustained in discontinuing the entire work of the Sub-Freshman classes. Such a step would undoubtedly, for a time diminish the aggregate enrollment of students, but it would effectually and forever remove the imputation that the University of Kansas is collegiate only in name; and it would result finally in an enlarged patronage and a more solid prosperity. It will make the University more than ever conspicuous among the Kansas colleges. It will attract to it many of the best student's of the State, who now seek the higher education in the East. It will relegate to the preparatory high schools and academies the entire field of the secondary education, in which the
State University, indeed, has no right to be a competitor with them. It will greatly stimulate the other collegiate institutions of the State. But far more importance will be its influence upon the direct educational work of the University itself. The younger and more immature student will, very properly, remain longer in the home school or in the academy, where, confessedly, the method of government allows students to pursue the entire teaching force of the institution can be give to legitimate University work. Post-graduate courses can at once be established for our own graduates, and for those of the other colleges of the State.
These considerations lead me to con-clude that immediate steps should be taken to a speedy discontinuance of all preparatory work in the University. The classes which are announced in the catalogue issued last spring (1888) should undoubtedly be organized at the opener of each September number of the current year. A failure to do this would seem like a public breach of faith. Likewise, also, the classes thus received should have opportunity for full preparation for the Freshman class even if such preparation require more than one year. Into sub-freshman classes thus received and holding over, can be performed with perseverance; but in my judgment, with this exception, it may safely and wisely be determined to receive no more sub-freshman students after the collegiate year 1888.-9."
There can be no doubt that the discontinuance of the Preparatory Department as determined by the Board in accordance with this recommendation of the Chancellor will greatly broaden and develop the work proper of the University. There are many topics which ought to be offered as optionals in the Junior and Senior years which it is now impossible to present. Besides there ought to be found in the University the amplest opportunities for post graduate studies. Graduates of the University itself and of other colleges ought to be attracted by the well furnished libraries and laboratories as well as by the superior instruction offered for such students in the various departments. Hence it is that the Chancellor recommends a "material increase of the Board of Instruction." "We have reached a crisis," the report goes on to say, "in the development of the institution. Its growth has been solid, yet marvelously rapid. It already stands, and by their recognition, among the best colleges in the land. Its growth has been secured by the enthusiastic co-operation of Faculty, Regents, Alumni and undergraduate students. If now it shall falter or hesitate to make use of its position to secure further advance, it must inevitably retrograde. Shall it fall back, or shall it continue its development towards the high ideal which its friends have en-
The "estimates" referred to above furnish the answer which the Board of Regents makes to this inquiry. They have asked the Legislature for appropriations commensurate with the needs of the University. All friends of the institution will mark with pleasure this evidence of continued growth. It is true that the mere expenditure of money does not make a college but it is a truth equally patent that a college cannot be maintained without liberal outlay. That the Regents know how wisely to expend the money placed at their disposal is shown in the past history and present condition of the University. We believe that we but gave expression to the wishes of the people of the State when we record the hope and the belief that the Legislature will give the Board all they ask.
Tite Lawrence Journal advises the authorities to chain down the benches and grand stand of South Park and also warns the base ball association to look after the seats at the ball park. It fears that after some cold night, these articles will be things of the past, as good kindling wood is scarce and in demand. The base ball association might do well to heed these suggestions as it is no small undertaking to raise money each year with which to secure seats, etc.
BALDWIN wants the Lawrence Home Opera Company to present the "Mikado" at that village in the near future. When he Baldwin's wants to be well entertained, they do not hesitate to call upon the Historic city.
New four-in-hand-ties just received at Abe Levy's.
If a dear little Swipe,
Should indulge in a hope,
That the draped up a lady a heart
In her easy way,
A rinsen should display,
To a Bowersock, witty and smart.
Don't you think he'd feel cheap,
And indulge in a heap
(flanrage that would make a man
star)?
If the matter should be mile,
And, after awhile,
Produce its exact counterpart?
So the boe's may blew,
And think that they know
the wiles of a St. Louis dame;
But they quickly preive to believe
that she gets to re just the same.
THE NEW KANSAS BOOK
This has been a great year for Kansas books. Gov Martin E. U. Howe and before the year is out Prentis will have added new books to the Kansas shelf. Perhaps one of the most charming books by a Kansas authors will be Miss Hattie Horner's "Not at home." The book is to be a collection of Miss Horner's charming newspaper letters from the west besides sketches and stories written in Miss Horner's charming manner. The book will be published by John B Alden, of New York. This is the second Kansas book Mr. Alden has published. Mrs. Alberton's "Poems of the prairies", being the first.
Miss Horner is a graduate of the State Normal and has written many things which is full of beauty and grace and her new book will be very welcome.
"STAND UP TIMES," was the heading of an article in the Courier in a recent issue commenting on one of our exchanges, the Heaperian. As we do not wish our readers to take the verdict of only one of our exchanges, we submit the following clipping from the Washburn Argo. "A number of the Times published at the K. S. U., has found its way to our table. The paper is ably edited and certainly gives promise of a long and useful life. We would warn the Courier to look out for its laurels."
Also the following from the Washburn Reporter: "The K. S. U. Courier shows questionable taste by inflicting upon its readers a column and a half editorial on 'The Late Political Contest'." And the following from the Cornell Era;
The exchange editor haying examined with critical eye this weekly budget, of two dozen or more exchanches, is prepared to propound the following generalization, and to maintain it by evidence, that the farther west and the more provincial the imprint of a college paper, the more slangy and vulgar will be the tone of that paper. The climax of their tendency is seen in the Courier, published by the students of the University of Kansas.
The Courier claims "The largest college journal circulation in the United States." is largely edited by a gentleman named Mushrush, and bears this motto at the head of its editorial column: "The Lion roareth, the whangdoodle mourneth, but the Courier goeth on forever."
Objection has been raised to the plan of work adopted by some of the K, S, U. debating clubs. In one club, the chairman calls upon the members in turn and announces to each a subject upon which to speak after he has reached the floor. This method was disapproved on the ground that a speaker should know, in substance what he is going to say, before he tries to say it, and that to speak without forethought is to exaggerate, and make statements which are entirely groundless. Repeated efforts of this description, forms a habit of making statements without regard to truth. The plan certainly has its advantages, it stimulates mental activity, and furnishes expression for thought. One may be as wise as Solomen, and still lack power to convey his thoughts to another; he may enjoy his hoarded knowledge, but is cut off from bettering the condition of his fellowmen.
Go to Smith's for the best cigars in town, he keeps a full line of domestic and imported goods
You can learn of something to your advantage by calling on Luther, the up town grocery man.
The River Side Mandolin Club, of either, two or five pieces, supply the finest music of any orchestra in the city for social parties or dances. Call on or address G. A. Graeber, at the boat house.
To The Public.
We take pleasure in announcing to the public that we have just received a large and varied stock of holiday goods of all kinds. We are arranging our goods as fast as possible and will be ready for the grand rush of the holiday shoppers by Monday. J. S. Crest & Co.
To the Ladies
Who are in quest of Christmas presents for their husbands, brothers, or sweet-hearts we would say, look at Bromelick's south window and you will surely see what you want.
The new firm of Hagar & Davis have hung out their shingle on Massachusetts street, soliciting Loan and Collections. Mr. E. C. Davis has been recently connected with the Tribune and is well known in the University. Mr. A. G. Hagar is a K. S. U. boy and is a member of the present Senior Law class but business seems to have more charms for him than the law department. The young men are rustlers and will doubtless be successful in their undertaking.
The Neill girls, of Topeka, are bringing the Topeka Opera Company to Lawrence entirely on their own responsibility. They have taken all the risk, and being Lawrence girls we should not let them fail in their enterprise.
—The home papers speak in a very complimentary manner of the excellent work done by the "Doctor of Alcantara" company at Topeka
Students now is the TIME to have your picture taken. Do not think of returning home without a dozen or two of cabinet photos of yourself. Hamilton is the artist you should have take your picture. Hamilton also makes a specialty of enlarging photographs. Siep into his art rooms and see his work for yourself.
Before buying your books for next term leave a list of those you will need with Wm. Hill and see what he can supply you with them for. You can save money by buying your books through him.
Mr. — is trying to introduce a new method of gaining the attention of the young ladies. He has become much interested in the science of "mesmerism," and now endeavors to exert an agreeable influence over the female portion of his classes by eyeing them in the prescribed "mesmeric" fashion, much to the amusement of his subjects.
How many students in the University do not take and read a daily or a good weekly newspaper? Whether or not we can afford to come here and familiarize ourselves with the history of every age but this and at the same time be ignorant of what is transpiring in our own country is at least worthy of consideration.
Edgar Martindale of the University is enjoying a visit from his father. Mr. Stuart Martindale of Madison.
McCullough Bros. is the place for a quick shave.
Geo. Perry, son of D. W. C. Perry, was one of the passengers on the Southern Kansas passenger train that was wrecked at Baldwin Wednesday evening, and sustained a rather severe injury on the side of his head and face by being thrown violently against the side of the coach. He was able, however, to resume his journey as soon as the wreck was cleared and arrived home Thursday evening. —Parsons Sun. Perry, it is feared, is so badly injured that he will be unable to continue his studies at the University.
The latest excitement in oratorical matters comes from Missouri. It seems that the originality of the winning oration in the State contest last year has been questioned. The writer of it is said to have plagiarized from the oration delivered here at the Inter-State contest in May,'86. The oration was entitled "Mob and Law," and was delivered by H. H. Russell, of Ohio.
NO HUMBUG! No Nonsense!
Mr. C. W. Enus of the State University, whose article in the University Review on "A Village School in Southern Russia," we had occasion to commend, recently lectured in Lawrence on "School Life in Russia" and his effort is warmly commended. Mr. Enus is a resident of McPherson county, is a bright representative of the Younger Mennonite body, and we wish and predict for him a brilliant future. — Newton Republican.
But plain,old-fashioned, common-sense way or doing business takes. The people want facts.
Every mark-down in our house is genuine, as shown upon the ticket, and we challenge any person or persons to prove it to the contraay.
A GREAT MARK, DOWN IN OVERCOATS and SUITS. This week we mean to eclipse all previous efforts. Prices tell the story. Cost or profit cut no figure with us.
Long, windy "ads." amounts to naught, but an inspection for yourself will show you what a little money will do at this GREAT CLEARING OUT SALE.
"Clear the counters" is still the cry. No trouble to show goods. Courteous treatment to all. Every Garment marked in plain figures.
We shall have more to say about this sale hereafter.
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