UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Official student paper of the University of Kansas EDITORIAL STAFF William Cady...Editor-in-Chief Zetha Hammer...Associates Fischer...News Editor Chas. Baum...News Editor Ralph Ellis...Assistant BUSINESS STAFF BUSINESS STAFF Chas. Surtevant...Business Manager REPOTENTION Chester John Gloasner Cargill Sproull Don David Davis Daniel Wickham Raymond Clapper Harry Morgan Gibbs Jack Nielsen Guy Scriwser Charles E. Sweet James Fowler Charles E. Sweet Subscription price $3.00 per year in advance; one term, $1.75. Entered as second-class mail mat- tenberr 17, 1910, at the post office at Lawrence, Kansas, under the act of March 3, 1879. Published in the afternoon five times a week, by students of the University of Kansas, from the press of the Department of Journalism. Address all communications to UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Lawrence, Kansas. Phone, Bell K. U. 25. The Daily Kansan aims to picture the undergraduate students to go for further than merely printing, the former by staining and holding; to play no favorites; to be clean; to be silent; to be courteous; to leave more serious problems to wise students of its ability the students of the University. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1915. We each have a door of our own to sweep clean; And 'twirl' squiggle with cares with bing, ourselves with our own We each used a pole; we clean; And 'twould save us a vast many miles' affairs. —Eliza Cook. If we'd buy ourselves with our own affairs, —— Filza Cook. WHY STOP AT TWELVE? Twice or three times a year, the heart of every University woman is touched by an appeal from "THE AUTHORITIES" to protect herself. Now comes the objection to the one-o'clock closing hour for dancing, on the grounds that the women will have to go home in the dark. One would think that the fair one had to plod over weary miles of frozen ground, climb over three or four barb wire entanglements and sneak up a long dark lane to get to her destination. And that alone, too. Is not a woman old enough to attend a University capable of choosing a man companion with whom she is not afraid in the dark? The dances are attended by perfectly decent people and the fact that three or four blocks separate a woman from her home and that she has to take this walk with "A MAN" is no reason why some should throw up their hands in horror and ask that the dances stop at twelve. A few years back, the closing hour was three o'clock; then a two o'clock ruling came into effect; and finally one o'clock was deemed the proper time for calling a halt on festivities. And now comes a cry for twelve. The future generation will have to have parties and dances in the afternoon if the present tide is not checked. Every time there has been a change, the students have shown the proper respect for their superiors—and have accueiled. But, if the powers-that-be keep on treating men and women, who are considered by the laws of the commonwealth as their own bosses, as if they were sixteen-year-olds in high school, a 'limit' will be reached where there will be no respect and no admiration for "THOSE ABOVE US." If the "DARK" is the thing that is objectionable, it seems as if the city of Lawrence might be asked to keep the street lights burning a little longer. They are turned off when they are most needed by the whole town. SUPPORT THE TEAM! There are no odds against us to- morrow night. K. U. is to have a chance for a comeback at Nebraska in the Nebraska-Kansas debate. The two teams of each school are evenly matched. Each will argue both sides of the question, the home team upholding the affirmative and the visitors , the negative—an arrangement which eliminates all possibility of an unfair advantage. It will be an even fight in which brains and quickness of wit will decide the outcome. Probably no activity is more truly a representative college activity than debating. It displays the intellectual side of the institution. It shows the college man in action. It shows him putting into practice the arts of clear thinking and lucid, forceful expression—the two arts which are the basis of the average college man's success. In fact, debating reveals the intellectual level of the institution. And a debate is just as truly a fight as is a football game, though not quite so dramatic or spectacular, and possibly not quite so evident to the casual observer, there is the same struggle for supremacy, the same fight to the final victory or defeat. In the debate tomorrow evening, there will be all of that keen rivalry and intensity of feeling that has always characterized contests of all kinds between the University and Nebraska. And there will be no Chamberlain to tip the balances of fate before the battle is even begun. FOR "OUR" SCHOOL That was S-O-M-E smoker! The attendance was the largest in the last five years, the spirit was the best, and the speeches the most interesting. Chancellor Frank Strong, Coach "Beau" Oleott, Coach O. H. Hamilton, Tony James and Adrian Lindsey all used different words to talk on one subject. That was "Kansas Spirit." The Chancellor asked for "Unity." We are going to have it. Aren't we? Coach Olcott asked for more of the same old fight exhibited by both students and players at the Nebraska game this year. We are going to have 'that fight.' Aren't we? Aren't we? Coach Hamilton asked that we help the rooting by going to the games with persons of our own sex. We are going to do that at every game next year. Aren't we? Lindsey asked that we make it our business to get every available man out on the field. We are going to do that. Aren't we? They all asked that we pull together for the Crimson and the Blue We are going to do that. Aren't we? And, we are going to carry away the biggest share of the Missouri Valley bacon and be ever-victorious all-valley champions. AREN'T WE? He will receive a mighty shock when the 1915 Jayhawker comes off the press in May. The Honorable Benjamin Franklin will turn over in his grave and turn green. His envy will know no bounds. OUT O' SIGHT, DICK! Poor old Poor Richard! All this is what Editor E. M. Johnson says in advertising the annual for this year. Far be it from any of us to cast any shadow of doubt on the editor's statements until we have reason to. Those at the head of the Annual this year are well-prepared, conscientious men and, if the seniors and the rest of the school give them the support they deserve, there is no reason why this year's Jayhawker should not overshadow all its predecessors. We are with you, Editor Johnson. The seniors are having their pictures taken and will have them in the manager's office before the holidays. We are looking for a "classy" publication next May. We feel sorry for Ben Franklin and Poor Richard but—well how could they expect their ancient almanac to compare with ours? We are with you, Editor Johnson! "That 'ere what?" asked the man with the gag. "That 'ere air," was the reply. The dentist was using the air syringe and asked the patient, "Do you need a stethoscope?" A number of the members of the University orchestra are ineligible. The artistic temperament never was easily reconciled to routine. PRELUDE OF SONGS BEFORE SUNRISE. Because man's soul is man's God still What wind soever waft his will Sustains the indomitable light Whence only man hath strength To port of shipwreck, left or right. By shores and shoals of good and ill. And still its flame at mainmast bright. Through the rent air that foam-flakes What with Across the waves of day and night of whitewreck, left or right Or helm to handle without fear. Frown in own soul's light overhear Across birth's hidden harbor-bar, Past youth where shoreward shallows are. Through age that drives on toward the red. Save his own ships right away. None leads him, and none ever led. Across birth's hidden harbor-bar Vast void of sunset hailed from far, To the equal waters of the dead; Save his own soul his hath no staff, And stinks, exegetes in the dark, A middle turn of tide. THE QUESTION BOX —Swinburne. This department does not pretend to know everything that you may ask about the best of its ability. It reserves. Don't ask about coins stamps or biographical data that you cannot answer. Questions concerning the vital problems of our department, such as the attention of the experts in this department, should be addressed. I am a freshman From the western part of the state and would like a suggestion from you in regard to the proper way to have my hair trimmed. Out home I never even tell the barber to shave my neck around but here the barbers won't do it unless I tell them. I have noticed several other men—in fact most all of them—with their necks just shaved down the side and they look as if just trying to slip on over them. Yours for correct dress. Dear Freshman: I always pay attention to the little things. If hair cuts are different in the east be sure to let me know at once. To the Question Editor; We are glad to find out that you do care about the little things and also are glad to have the opportunity to drop you a hint on the Q. T. There are many kinds of hair cuts as you know, like Paul dourd's, and the kind where you get shaved round. They have all come and gone. As a friend I would advise you to grow a feather edge and stay with the crowd. ANOTHER FREAK IDEA Now comes the plan, set forth in recent issue of the Minnesota Magazine, to have the student body judge the ability of the faculty. "To be sure, the faculty must conform to certain standards," says the article, "but the administration can never sit in a class during instruction, but that the instructor is giving in inspiration, interest and personality." For that reason the article urges a system of open enrollment whereby a student may enter a course and if he finds it unsuitable, the instructor dull and fossilized, can change to another course without expense. "If you are not good to your sister, she will be on her wings and fly back to heaven." This system it is claimed would effectively do away with the members of the faculty whose methods of instruction are dead and whose courses are merely well worn and narrow grooves. Find Plenty Of Work Barber—Is that razor all right? Customer—If you had not told me I wouldn't have known that there was a razor on my face. Rough, rugged, short, sturdy, twenty-two, five feet seven, and one hundred and sixty-three - pounds of water. The army's forty-two antimeter gun. OLIPHANT—THE ARMY'S PRIDE OLIPHANT—THE ARMY'S PRIDE Ollie Oliphant, is the name spoken most frequently now among football fans as they rehash the closing games of the season. It was Ollie who sank the Navy this year. Oliphant ran through the Middies' whole team for his second touchdown Saturday and carried one of the goaltenders over five yards. He carried the ball almost every play and never failed to make a gain. Once through the line he covered the net, but that he played the most remarkable game they ever witnessed. "I don't want to." The question that betters some people is where the Oliphants come from anyhow. They come from the Mediterranean, a miraculous performer. His superior skill is due to his superior training. Oliphant trains every day in the year. Guest, (calling to clerk at two in the morning)—There are two mice fighting around my room. What kind of a cheap place is this? Clerk—"What do you expect to get in a fifty cent room—a bull fight?" Training always tells the story. "Let her put on her wings and fly upstairs and get her night-gown." Barber—Thank you, sir. Customer—I thought it was a file "Run upstairs and bring baby's night-gown." Barber—Thank you, sir. WANT ADS LOST-Gold band ring with Masonic emblem, in Gymnasium last week. Finder please leave at Kansan office. M. L. Carter. 59-3 Strictly modern, very convenient, lower floor can be thrown together. Must be seen to be appreciated. A chance to get a comfortable home ideally located for much less than cost to build. Good terms. Call Bell 1684.-Adv 56-5 FOR RENT—Nice furnished room for two boys. All modern conveniences. 824 Ohio. Home phone 529. Ed. W. Parsons, Engraver, Watchmaker and Jeweler. Diamonds and Jewelry. Bell phone 717. 717 Mass. Street. CLASSIFIED Jewelers China Painting MISS ESTELLA NORTHRUP, china painting. Orders for special occasions or for the holidays carefully handled. 735 Mass. Phone B152. Barber Shops Go where they all go J. C. HOUCK 913 Mass. Pantatorium K. U. Shoe shop and pantatiorum is the best place for best results. 1342 Ohio. Phone Kennedy Plumbing Co., for gas goods and Mazda Lamps. 937 Mass. Phones 658. B. H. Dalle, Artistic Job Printing. Both phone 228, 1027 Mass. Printing SHOE SHOP FORNEY SHOE SHOP, 1017 Mass. St. Don't make a mistake. All work guaranteed. Shoe Shop Dressmaking Mrs. M. A. Morgan, 1321 Tenn. Up-to-date dressmaking and ladies' tailoring. Party dresses a speciality. Prices very reasonable. PROFESSIONAL CARDS DR. H. L. CHAMBERS. Office over Squires studio. Both phones. Harry Reding, M. D. Eye, ear, nose and throat. Glasses fitted. Office. F. A. U. Bldg. Phones, Bell 513; Home 512. G. W. Jones, A. M., M. D. Diseases of the stomach, surgery and gynecology. Suite 1, F. A. U. Bldg. Residence, 1201 Ohio St. Phone 35. J. R. Bechtel, M. D., D. O. 833 Mass. St. Both phones, office and residence. A. C. WILSON, Attorney hs law, 743 Mass. St., Lawrence, Kansas Dr. H. W. Hutchinson, Dentist, 308 Parksling Bldg. Lawrence Kansas MODEL LAUNDRY MODEL LAUNDRY 11 and 13 W. 9th Phones: Bell 156; Home 145 Groad discount to K. U. students. Eat there and get good coffee with Pure Cream CITY CAFE Creamy Butter for your hot cakes. A. 1. HAKES. B. Cream cheese. University Girls We repair and remodel coats, furs and party dresses. This work is done in a special department installed in connection with out millinery hani- K. U. Barber Shop and Bath Room MRS. J. M. McCORMICK, 831 Mass. eof-t We have the only Electric Prismatic Wave machine in the city. It is used for the cure of dandruff, falling hair, pimples, blackheads, blemishes and facial and scalp diseases. We also use the electric vibrating machine. *exchange razors* We. hone, grind and exchange razors. 279 Mass. St., W. F. WEISE, ProP. 384 727 Mass. St. PEOPLES STATE BANK Remember "Guaranty Emblem when choosing your bank. Phoenix Silk Hosiery IN CHRISTMAS BOXES every pair guaranteed 2 pairs of the 75c quality in a fancy box . . . $1.50 2 pairs of the $1. quality in a fancy box . . . $2.00 4 pairs of the $1. quality in a fancy box... $4.00 4 pairs of the 75c quality in a fancy box... $3.00 2 pairs men's 50c quality in a fancy box... $1.00 (Hosiery Section—Main Floor.) AT 33 1-3 PER CENT DISCOUNT. Suitcases and Bags at the Same Reduction. We are going to discontinue handling trunks as we can not give them space necessary to show them. Just a few of them but they are genuine bargains. SKOFSTAD 829 Mass. St. Bowersock Theatre ONE NIGHT ONLY Monday, December 13 Parquet, First 10 rows...$2.00 Parquet, Next 7 rows...1.50 Balcony, First 3 rows...1.00 Balcony, Next 5 rows...7.5 Second Balcony...50 Tickets Now Selling at Theatre Box Office. Hallway, Ball Plaza 10 Tickets Now Selling at Theatre Box Office. Morning. Bell Phone 10. Candy for the holidays. Leave your order and we'll attend to the sending. Wisdeman's.—Adv. A Good Place to Eat Johnson & Tuttle Anderson's Old Stand 715 MASSACHUSETTS STREET Personal Christmas Greeting Cards Sheanfer Self-Filling Pen Inks, Musilage, Paste, Pencils, Erasers, Rubber Bands, Typewriter Papers, Printing, Engraving. Conklin Fountain Pens Non-Leakable and Self-Filling Sold in Lawrence at A. G. ALRICH, 744 MASS. ST. F. B. McColloch's Drug Store 847 Mass. St. PROTSCH The College Tailor Watkins National Bank Capital $100,000 Surplus and Profits $100,000 The Student Depository See Griffin Coal Company for Fuel. SHUBERT Wed, Mat., $1.00. Sat, Mat., 25c-$1.50. The ONLY GIRL A super musical comedy by Henry Bleissman with Neil Gaiman. NEVER HAYS TO ADVERTISE."