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LAWRENCE, KANSAS, NOV. 6, 1882.
No. 5.
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EDITORIAL.
THE Lawrence Journal, that eight-page, heavy-ruled, Pica-Doric heading paper, champion of the patent medicine cause in the West, has descended from its exalted position of political dictator to the people of Douglas county and has fallen into line with the college press. This is hardly surprising for "boys will be boys," even when they think themselves men. The application for letters of majority does not always make beings who are able to manage their own concerns. We understood from the management of the Journal that they would not take part in student fights, stating that it would not be consistent for them to do so now that they are in "business"—big business. The appearance in the Journal of the 20th cult.of an article from the Student Life would prove otherwise. Boys, we are glad to welcome you to our ranks, for now the college press can boast of an eight-page journal, though as to your literary merits we cannot say much, you are, we suppose, on a par with the Student Life and the Review. Your sudden desertion of politics will relieve you of some embarrassments during the coming campaign, for you are hardly old enough to tamper with the great questions at issue. We did not intend to weaken the Review staff by starting this paper, though we have thought it was weakened of late. We are glad that such unprejudiced papers as yourself and the Student Life have noticed it, for the Review would never have acknowledged the weakening had it been stated to "it"by us. But now—?
If the Review cannot get another hundred from the Regents we will gladly help them upon their paper editorially and financially. We hope though to see them pull through by their own exertions.
The eastern and western trip of the second half of the article in the Student Life is well known to us. If they cannot get ideas for their exchange column in St. Louis they can be furnished from Lawrence free of charge, postage paid.
The Post Graduate Course of our University, as laid down in the catalogue, will necessitate more thorough work than heretofore on the part of those desiring a master's degree. If we are not in error, formerly a graduate was not compelled to pursue any special line of study, but need only devote three years to some literary or professional calling in order to secure a second degree. This method was certainly rather loose and ought never to have been adopted. Some colleges have become so accustomed to granting degrees without efficiency that it may soon be a question whether a degree is a benefit or a detriment to its possessor. It is certainly gratifying to note that K. S. U. intends hereafter to issue none at all where there is insufficient merit. The University of California has also recently taken a similar stand. There are a good many little dead-and-alive colleges; however, that seem to think the proper thing to do is to make every third-rate preacher a "D. D." and every fourth-rate politician an "LL. D." A few of the sectarian schools are of this kind. They act as if instituted merely to fill the denominations which they represent with "Doctors." Hence at every Commencement a batch of ministers are presented with the honorary degree of "Doctor of Divinity." Some of the eastern schools appear to regard a man's becoming President or Governor as conclusive evidence that he is a profound scholar. Accordingly Mr. Hayes was made a "Doctor of Laws" during his term of office, and Mr. Arthur has recently received a like degree. These men have fair ability and doubtless understand political matters passing well. But they are no more philosophers and no more deserve these degrees than thousands of other politicians who were not so fortunate as to be elected to the Presidency. It is often true that those least deserving are most anxious for recognition. Men
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of great power have no need of titles. If we mistake not, the two greatest living preachers, toward whom the eyes of the world are now turned, have refused to accept the degree of "D. D." The mere mention of the names, Spurgeon and Beecher, at once conveys to us the idea of success, of ability. All the titles in the world could give us no better idea of their power. To be a Beecher or a Spurgeon is more than to be a "D. D." or a "LL. D." College degrees do not make philosophers, nor scholars, and although they are supposed to be an evidence of much learning, the supposition proves untrue in too many cases. Universities that are careless in this matter can hold the respect of the county but briefly, and in fact they ought to receive some such condemnation as was pronounced upon a certain gentleman who, not long ago, was in the business of manufacturing and selling bogus medical diplomas.
Chester A. Arthur has received the degree of LL.D. from Union College.
It is sometimes charged that State Universities have but little religious influence over those in attendance. This belief has gained so firm a footing that many parents fear to send their children to any but denominational schools. While there is doubtless reason for fear in some instances, it cannot be asserted that our University is not under Christian control. Every morning, during the entire school year, religious exercises are held in the chapel and every student is urged though not compelled to be in attendance. That the students are not all becoming skeptical is evinced by their having recently organized a Young Men's Christian Association. Of course nothing of note has yet been done, since the organization has not had time to accomplish anything. Just what the line of work will be, we are unable to say, but suppose it will be largely, if not wholly, in the interests of the students. There are a large number of churches in the city where preaching services and prayer-meetings are held weekly, and unless the Association takes a broader or at least different field it can accomplish only poor results. A few years ago there was what was known as the "University Prayer Meeting." It was held Sabbath afternoons and generally but poorly attended. The reason for this was doubtless the fact that its time of meeting was immediately after the regular church services, and it was impossible for a person to attend all these and have any of the day for rest, or reading, or meditation. We apprehend that the new organization will experience the difficulty with which the prayer meeting had to contend. Only those students who make it a business to attend church will assist in this new enterprise, and very few are likely to continue for any length of time to attend all the regular services of Church and Sunday School and also the meeting of the Y. M. C. A. Some of these will be neglected and which it should be each person must decide for himself. It might be best to neglect some of the established services in order to attend the meeting of the Association. Probably those interested should give the
Association their time and attention, even if other services are neglected, until it is proven whether or not any good can be done in this way. We are free to say that we hope the enterprise will succeed and be the means of accomplishing much for right and truth.
TOPICS.
A CITIZEN'S DUTY.
At every election it is shown that there are thousands of our citizens who loudly boast that they are willing to die for our nation, yet show by their actions that they are unwilling to live for our society-preserving power. As a natural consequence the government is not what it should be. The life and property of every citizen and the right to use these properly, is here secure against despots and robbers and any others who would use them wrongly. In the United States the voters dictate the manner of this protection. It is the duty of all of them to so dictate, for if they do not, some will have more than their share of responsibility, the others will not give the due return for their protection. Practice shows that most of those found at the polls are influenced by their greed for office. All the more does this require that if you are a voter you should do your share of thinking for the nation, and then express your thought by your vote at the primary meeting and the polls. If you shirk this responsibility you commit two crimes. You neglect your duty as a citizen. You steal your protection from the government.
THE JAMES BROTHERS.
There is a great deal of admiration for the exploits of the James brothers among the people of Missouri. The lower classes regard them as heroes, and the better classes have a sort of respect for the bold daring of their deeds. Sympathy is also felt for them because they were officially proscribed as outlaws at the close of the war, when many think that, had they been allowed to come in under the amnesty, they would have made orderly and decent citizens of the commonwealth. As boys they joined with Quantrell's desperate band, and under cover of war's chaos committed deeds that chilled the heart of humanity, launching into a life that knew no obedience to law because law was in disorder. This maudlin sentimentality has bubbled up for years, and there have been repeated efforts on the part of the idiotically philanthropic to secure a pardon for these murderous robbers, that they might take undisturbed the fruits of honest industry after their surfeit in a carnival of crime and felony. This same spirit now hovers over Frank James to keep his miserable neck from the halter and his worthless body from the dungeon.—Chicago Inter-Ocean.
PERSONAL JOURNALISM.
The St. Louis tragedy is another fruit of what is called personal journalism—that style of journalism which relies for success more upon a faculty for abuse than upon worth in news gathering, or weight in argument. It is true, to some extent, that a public taste is necessary to make even the worst sort of journalism possible. Even among intelligent and law-respecting men there are far
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too many who read with relish personal attacks that pass all decency and tempt to a disregard of all law. Had there been no public appetite in St. Louis for such degrading journalism, no paper would have made itself notorious there by its attacks. Those who encourage such papers and keep them alive after they transgress are directly responsible for the crimes to which they lead. In a community of a different sort, any respectable citizen would feel quite able to treat with utter contempt any journalistic blackguardism whatever. But where that sort of thing is relished and made town-talk, and considered to invoke a man's "honor" if he does not get down to the level of his assailant at once, the wholesome restraints of law will be disregarded, foul words will be answered with clubs and pistols, and semi-barbarism will prevail. Any state of society is less than half civilized in which it is possible for blackguardism really to injure a gentleman. But the prosperity of any rank specimen of personal journalism in a town is unfavorable evidence as to the state of society there.—N. Y. Tribune.
PROHIBITION.
On the very threshhold of the discussion of this question which is agitating the minds of all our citizens, this great moral principle is involved: The State must prohibit wrong-doing, even to the extent of controlling personal appetites. Like all other moral questions, it is bitterly opposed by all who disregard law and liberty and the rights of humanity. The question resolves itself into this: Shall we, as a State, continue to prohibit the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors, or shall we disregard the prohibitory law, call it despotic and destructive of the liberty and welfare of the people? This law must not be disregarded so long as it remains on our statute books. It cannot be called despotic, as it provides for the social and financial welfare of the people, and for the protection of innocent women and children. It cannot be contrary to liberty, since liberty is found only in a strict obedience to law.
This is not really a political question but it is a moral one. And now to the voting people of Kansas, regardless of race, nationality, or political views, there is a voice calling to you to step forward like men at the coming election, and manifest by your vote that you are for law and liberty, peace and happiness, truth and right. As there is a moral principle at stake it must be met on moral grounds. Then, in answer to the call of the State, the call of broken-hearted mothers and homeless children; ay, and the call of our God, let us stand up for the right. R.W.C.
RAILWAY TRAVEL.
It is high time that the attention and discussion lavished upon one department of railroad traffic should now be turned upon another. The question of cheap grain and cattle transportation has too long engrossed the public mind to the exclusion of the more important one—of safety to travelers. For what American does not make more or less use of our railways as a means of rapid traveling? And should the preservation of life and health be made secondary to the accumulation of wealth? There are such things as unavoidable accidents. But catastrophes like those of Spuyten Duyvil, last January, and the Harlem Tunnel, a few weeks ago, due wholly to criminal neglect and carelessness, are becoming altogether too common. These events are now so common, and with the rapid increase of railroad travel are liable to become so much more frequent, that a decisive step in this matter is made imperative. The railway companies have seen no example of complete justice rendered to the victims of their negligence, to stimulate them in taking precautions for the safety of the thousands of human lives daily entrusted to their care. For all the reckless and needless railroad slaughters which have occurred during the last decade, how many of the guilty persons have been punished? If indictments are found the case is postponed, doubtless on account of the absence of important witnesses, until every one, except those who lost friends or were maimed for life, have forgotten which particular tragedy it was.
The feasibility and justice of the governments managing the railways may well be considered for the safe transportation of passengers as well as the cheap transportation of freight. The great cause of humanity demands that the management of our railroads be made less a mere scheme for amassing individual fortunes, and more a safe and convenient means of traveling for the general public. H.F.S.
LITERARY.
MUSIC.
The life that has no music in it, must be dismal indeed. We cannot imagine the possibility of a human being who has no capacity for enjoying music of some kind. But it is true that our individual tastes differ about this subject as about all others. To some, the songs that nature sings are the sweetest and most comforting, to others a blast upon a trumpet, or the throbbing pulsation of the big bass drum, is the most inspiring sound that can reach their ears. Then there is the difference between the inate consciousness of beauty in sound, and that same idea educated and trained to its greatest capability. The tow-headed backwoods boy may derive quite as much pleasure from the mournful squeaks and groans of a disconsolate accordian as we do unspeakable torture. The discordant booming of the tom-tom may give the home-sick Chinaman the same comfort that we may derive from hearing a sweet voice sing Home, Sweet Home. An ear may be utterly deaf to the exquisite cadences of Beethoven's Songs Without Words, yet turn eagerly to catch the shrill fifting of Yankee Doodle.
There is a great deal of music in the world which we do not heed. But open your ears and listen. A mother is hushing her babe. What a charm in those gentle tones which seem to be made up of love for the little one. Have you ever longed for the days of innocent childhood to come back, or that you might lay your tired head against that dear heart, and have all your troubles sung away? Ah, yes, that is the music we all love.
A little child is at play. Do you not like to hear the joyous laugh and the tender, trustful ripple of the clear voice as the little one says, "I loves you, mamma."
A merry robin comes in the spring-time, and sings in the tree by your window. He does not mean it for you, it is a love song to his little wife, but do you not appreciate it, too?
An old mother hen struts clucking along the path followed by her brood of soft downy chicks. Are you
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not tempted to catch up one of the little balls and cuddle it snugly in your warm hands, just on purpose to hear the drowsy contended murmur with which it sings itself to sleep, and how cheerfully it chatters to the rest when you put it down again?
All nature has united to form a grand chorus; each being has a song of its own, yet all blend together in perfect melody.
The sweetest music of all is heart music. Did you ever stop to think that you possess a magic instrument, that will make music for you all the day long. It will soothe the weary hours of pain, cool the fevered brain, and quiet the quivering nerves of wounded feelings and disappointed hopes. But, like all delicate instruments, it requires a master hand to touch the richest chords, and sound the purest harmonies. If stranger fingers attempt to press the keys, instead of strains of heavenly music, what jangling discords and snapping of fragile strings. Let us guard well this precious gift, letting no one but the one master, the Spirit of Love, have access to the secret chamber where we keep our treasure. Bye and bye we will want to give our gladest notes of praise in never-ending eternity. May we not find our Harp of a Thousand Strings voiceless and useless. L.
The trustees of John Hopkins University are thinking of moving that institution from its situation, in the center of Baltimore, to Clifton, a beautiful suburb of the city.—Ex.
EGOTISTS.
"It is a hard and nice subject for a man to speak of himself," says Cowley, "it grates his own heart to say anything of disparagement, and the readers ears to hear anything of praise for him." The human mind is so constituted as to be continually making mistakes, and excusing them, which in other people could not be tolerated. A person is forced to decide, if he does not wish to commit alarming errors, whether he is living to please the world or himself. Let the tenor of a man's discourse be what it will on the subject of self, it proceeds from vanity. It is pleasant to the individual discussed. An ostentatious man would rather relate a blunder or absurdity which he has committed than be debarred from talking of himself. It is hard to conceive of a person who would manifest no interest when a subject of conversation; for what is more interesting, what is better known to us than self? It is natural, and when this feeling of vanity is under good control it is productive of good.
In writing, men have sought to avoid the objectional "I" by substituting "we." But this is but a change of words and not individuals; every one knows that only one man is writing the "we." We are indebted to the gentlemen of Port Royal for this very reasonable substitution. These gentlemen more marked for learning and humility than any other men of France, determined to banish this way of speaking in the first person singular, from all their works, as arising from self-conceit and vanity. In order to show their aversion for it in the strongest terms, they branded it with the name "Egotism," a term not found among old rhetoricians. But now that writers have fallen into the other extreme called "we-gotism," an extreme quite as offensive to good taste as egotism, it would be a good thing for some one to invent a new way of saying "I." Cowardice
has nothing to do with this shifting of responsibility. Men in studied terms say, "we believe so and so," then the responsibility of the assertion can be centered on no one.
Cardinal Wolsey was guilty of the most intolerable egotism. He says: "Ego et rex meus."
Montaigne, the author of the celebrated essays, was the most eminent egotist that has ever appeared before the literary world. This festive gascon, or gas-bag, has woven all his bodily infirmities into his works, and after giving a disquisition on the talents, virtues and faults of of other men, proceeds to tell how it is with himself. The reader can hardly help being bored with the constant appearance, monotonous bobbing up of the little Frenchman. Shakespeare and Chaucer speak only sparingly of themselves. The world might have known more of them if they had not been quite so modest, but it is quite questionable as to whether they would have been as much admired. In latter years we have had one poet, brilliant and versatile, but who stands spectral-like in all his works. If he had family troubles or if misfortunes overtook him he published it to the world. We read the fine passages with pleasure. We admire his beautiful pictures and scenes, but when he lugs in himself, for whom we have only a passing interest, it jars and mars the beauty of the poem.
Memoirs and prefaces are the delights of insignificant, inferior scribblers. Fearful lest the world will not know that it is burdened with their superior intellects, they write elaborate memoirs, setting forth their achievements. The preface, which Greeley calls preliminary egotism is the Elisian field for pigmies. They think people are anxious to know that they wrote their works while at the sea shore, or in the mountains, or the cars, the whole thing being but a ragged net set in every direction to catch approbation. Hence, a reader is apt to shun all prefaces.
Addison seems to think that "a writer, except humorour writer, should never speak of himself unless he be a considerable character;" but he thinks the evil incurable and says that "there is no man who fancies his thoughts worth publishing that does not consider himself a considerable character."
Egotists in conversation are the shallowest and vainest of mankind, being full of themselves they have no room for any one else. They even go so far in this weakness as to tell old jokes and puns as their own, or their particular friends. They re-hash jests that were made before they were born, and which every one who has conversed with the world, has heard hundreds of times.
THE STUDY OF LANGUAGES.
Much controversy has arisen, of late, concerning the study of languages in our educational institutions, many claiming that the time spent in acquiring languages would be better employed in studying the natural sciences and in gaining a better understanding and more fluent use of our own English. Most of the students who spend long weary hours pouring over their translations have but shadowy ideas of the object of all this work. So, without entering into the controversy, let us note a few advantages of the study of languages.
In the first place, there are certain benefits to be derived from the study of any language. The words of a nation express the thoughts and ideas of that nation. So that when we learn the language of a people we also
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learn its peculiar ideas and habit of thought. The Emperor Charles V. declared that a person is as many times a man as he knows different languages. Educators tell us that the study of languages furnishes a drill and culture for the mind which can be given by no other kind of study. This department of study also tends to make us proficient in the use of language, since it gives us drill in the exact use of words and enlarges our vocabulary.
Then there are peculiar benefits to be derived from the study of each language pursued in our colleges. The Latin and Greek, we are told, furnish models of brevity, taste, and elegance in composition, and the style of the classic writers have never been surpassed. But beside this, we acquire from these languages knowledge of a more practical character. We cannot really know our own language without some understanding of the Latin which, to a great extent, forms its foundation. Unless we know the root meanings of words, we cannot know their exact meaning and use.
The knowledge of Greek is of inestimable value to those who study the natural sciences, for a large proportion of scientific terms are derived from that language. A term which seems, to one ignorant of Greek, unintelligible, barbarous to pronounce, and impossible to remember, explains itself at a glance to the classical scholar and is impressed upon his memory.
The modern languages are evidently of great practical use to us if we can learn to speak them with moderate fluency and ease. But in our colleges we can seldom do this. Still we may receive benefit enough from these languages to more than pay for the time and trouble that it cost us to learn them. The knowledge of these languages opens to us a vast field of literature, which would otherwise be inaccessible, for no translation can give a true idea of the original. But, in order to receive great benefit in this direction, we must not stop our study with the end of the college course, but use the knowledge we already have, as the foundation of a more extensive study of those great literatures which, in our college study, we can but glance at.
“MORE BEYOND.”
If philosophy has failed to make any material advancement in later years over the fundamental principles laid down by ancient philosophers, it has the merit of believing that it has something essential, or will at least discover something essential. It is hopeful. Never tiring, philosophy seeks new fields, aims to bring into light new truths, looks ever and constantly into the future. Men are very apt to think that the generation in which they live has arrived at the last of discovery, that they have arrived, not necessarily at perfection, but at such a point as would make it impossible for men to advance. History shows that from time immemorial the human race has advanced in education, philosophy, and moral improvement. Although it has seemed that the thread of progress had been snapped, that man had fallen into ignorance, vice, sin, and was rapidly degenerating into a mere brute, yet some people would gather the broken thread and carry the human family far in advance of any point that it had yet attained.
Bacon, in weighing the past and the present, glancing back over the history of the progress of his own country, became convinced from these investigations that his generation was not perfect but that there was more
beyond. In this spirit he wrote the "Novum Organum." This work was slightly opposed to the accepted philosophy of the day. Yet all through Bacon shows to us, as subsequent ages proved, how pre-eminently superior he was in talent and sagacity.
To-day we are apt to think that we are perfect. Our architecture, machinery, or a thousand improvements seem almost impossible to be excelled. There is no comparison between the rude architecture of years past and our own. Improvement seems to have run riot in every direction. But it would be unfair to future generations to say that degeneration must now set in. It is true that man must either advance or retrograde. Man is a prototype of nations. As man arrives at prime and then decayes so do nations, so does improvement. But we cannot declare that we have arrived at the prime that is for future races to determine.
About one hundred years ago Franklin bottled electricity. That one little bottle united continents, it has placed every part of a nation in communication with every other part. Of no less importance comes the steam engine. The steam struggling to escape from the domestic tea-kettle showed its power to an observant man. The result in commerce, travel, increase in wealth is inestimable. These little discoveries have sent their influence from the highest mountain to the deepest mine. Their influences have done more for mankind than all the learning in the world could have done.
Wealth is the all-powerful motor that turns the machinery of the world. As people increase their riches they make improvements. The wealth of a nation is shown in its general improvement. Fifty years ago men were considered quite wealthy if they could muster ten thousand dollars; to-day it must be one million. Fifty years hence it will be ten million. And we may look for increase in the beauty and elegance of architecture. The improvement, the close approach to completeness in machinery, general advancement of all conditions of life, we may look for.
What is to be the future of learning? There may be advancement in the mode of teaching. But can it be truly said that in learning there is more beyond. Of the books written to-day it can be said that they are but repetitions of what has been said. A future that shows up so bright for the success of other things ought surely to presage a like success for learning. It cannot be that all truths have been discovered any more than it can be that all scientific problems have been discovered. Morality and intelligence are every day broadening and deepening. Men see life in a more earnest light. Knowledge is sought not for itself but for its usefulness to the human race. It is being more widely disseminated than ever before.
SCIENTIFIC NOTES.
Additions to cabinets in natural history during the past two weeks:
A box of beetles from California containing several very rare species new to the collection; also several of the "scarce kind" necessary to complete sets.
A collection of skulls of Kansas mammals from Ellis county, presented by Dr. Louis Watson, brother of the distinguished botanist at Cambridge. The collection is especially valuable for the students in comparative anatomy.
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A collection of about a hundred species of moths and butterflies with rich, gay, and handsomely decorated wings. They came from France, China, and the East Indies; all the species are new to the collection. Among them is the celebrated "great atlas moth" which belongs to the silk worm family.
MISCELLANEOUS.
The chemical laboratory is full and running over more than there are desks. Demand for new building is imperative. In the special laboratory Mr.Watts and the medies have full sway.
In 1880 Kansas had 183,561 farms under cultivation.
Observations made by Mr. Rafford, a member of the Sociele d' Horticulture at Limorges, show that, a castor oil plant having been placed in a room infested with flies, the latter immediately absconded. It appears that the leaves of the plant give out an essential oil, or some toxic principle which possesses very strong insecticide qualities. The cultivation of the plant about houses and in gardens might be of great service in keeping away intruding and depredating insects.
M. Muentz, of the French National Agronomical Institute, announces the somewhat startling fact that he has discovered traces of alcohol as a natural product in water, soil, and air. Though in infinitesimal proportion, nevertheless it exists. In river water the per cent. is about one thousandth, in sea water about the same, in cold rain water the proportion is somewhat greater. The statement so often heard from popular temperance lecturers and seen in text books, that "alcohol is always a product of art and is never found in nature" is erroneous.
Dr. Hannaford speaks in a most common sense manner about mineral springs. In most of the popular springs the water is composed of water and such minerals as iron, sulphur, soda, silica, etc., none of which are always needed by all persons alike. If, for example, iron is needed by a certain patient, it does not follow that all who seek the supposed virtues of these waters specially need just this element. The same is true of all other elements. You may drink the water for iron but get several other mineral ingredients which act as poisons in the system for a long time. It is claimed that some are cured at these springs. With the same change of climate, habits, food, etc., and with pure cold water to drink, more would probably be cured.
At the last meeting of the California Academy of Science Dr. H. W. Harkness read an unusually interesting paper on "The Footprints of Pliocene Man" recently found in the Carson sandstone quarries of Nevada. The bottom of the quarry gives indications of having been the shore of an ancient lake. Here, under the sandstone, in the shale floor, are imprinted the footsteps of a variety of animals and birds, and many tracks of the sandaled foot of man, showing rights and lefts, alongside of those of the mammoth, in a Pliocene formation. Many hundred footprints were examined, varying in size, form, and length of step, the stride being generally two feet three inches. Prof. Joseph LeConte, author of the standard text book of geology, says: "No one, who studied the tracks, could fail to observe their remarkable general resemblance to human foot-prints." He thought they might have been made by a foot enclosed in a raw-hide sandal. All who have seen them seem to agree that the tracks are those of a biped. If
they are not those of men like ourselves, they are probably those of the much discussed "anthropoid ape," familiarly known as the "missing link."
Since July 1, 1872, Prof. Snow has been making accurate observations of the wind at Lawrence, Kas. From his reports and records we collect the following facts on the wind's velocity:
The average daily velocity is 376.43 miles; the average hourly velocity is nearly sixteen (15.68) miles.
The greatest velocity recorded was at the rate of 80 miles an hour, from 3:30 to 3:45 a. m., April 18, 1880.
For the sake of comparison it may be mentioned that the mean hourly velocity of the wind at Philadelphia is 11 miles, at Toronto 9 miles, at Plymouth, England, 9 miles, at Liverpool 13 miles.
The velocity of the wind at Leavenworth (at the Signal Service station, on Delaware street) is hardly half that at Lawrence. This difference is undoubtedly due to the different location of the instruments.
At Emporia and Topeka, where the exposure is similar to that of the University apparatus, the velocities are about the same as at Lawrence.
Average number of miles traveled by the wind at Lawrence for each month is respectively, for January, 11,162; February, 10,774; March, 14,485; April, 14,142; May, 12,655; June, 10,628; July, 8,893; August, 8,574; September, 10,739; October, 11,968; November, 12,474; December, 11,624.
April has the greatest average hourly velocity, 19.64 miles; August the least, 11.52 miles.
The average hourly velocity for spring is 18.69 miles, for summer 12.69 miles, for autumn 16.13 miles, and for winter 15.75 miles.
LOCALS.
Ponies.
Contest.
Reception.
New session.
President Butler.
They met at last.
Berry—Hutchins.
Buckwheat cakes.
How will you vote?
How many did you meet?
Curdy dances. So does ——.
How many do you remember?
Ask Hamilton to read by-law 6.
Berry's candidate won the heat.
The days are becoming too short.
The "slate" ticket carried the day.
Stocks will represent the Orophilians.
Remember the first lecture, October 7th.
The last accession to the Phi Psis is Walter Chaliss.
The "gowns" will please give the sidewalk to the "towns."
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Oread members will each pay five cents for their constitution.
The Faculty gave but two days' notice of the reception.
Will the Oread "'prophet'" please give us the nominees for next June?
The Junior Germans have completed "Nathan the Wise."
A logical division—the Y. M. C. A. of the U. S. is divided into Germans, students, colored persons, and railroaders. You can join either section you choose.
A sensational scene occurred in logic recently, in which a book and a cheek came in collision.
Mr. Elwell has started a penmanship class. Some of the Faculty ought to join the class.
As the first half session draws to a close, the "ponies" are coming into active use.
Mrs. Carruth greeted many of her old pupils on the evening of the reception.
Curdy is in the anatomy class. This explains his fondness for the K. A. T's.
Some of the Preps. were badly frightened when they heard Prof. Miller called "Marshal."
The literary societies had their coffers enriched on election day.
Berry pulled his man through, although it was a hard tussel for the little fellow.
Some dozen of our students have registered and will cast their first votes next Saturday.
An uncommon restlessness exists among students in regard to boarding places.
Among all the corruption and intimidation of the recent society fights, we are proud to say true merit has at least been recognized in one case. Lucius Leach was elected janitor of the Orophilians.
Many of the old students were seen at the Faculty walk-talk.
Richard Horton is president of a select literary society composed of Lawrence High School members.
Won't some great man please die so as to give the Juniors a subject for chapel orations.
There will be no class of elocation whatever in the University during the next half session. The demand from students for a regular course of oratorical training is becoming more and more urgent. Although such a course would probably be the most popular in the University, it seems to receive but little encouragement from the college authorities.
It is our sad duty to chronicle a frightful accident one that will doubtless lead to the building of a laboratory apart from the University as suggested by our contemporary, the Review. Prof. Patrick, while making an experiment, spilled some sulphuric acid on a stool. In the afternoon Assistant Prof. Watts, desiring to make some computations, carelessly sat down on the stool covered with the liquid. He only sat there a few minutes. A large quantity of ammonia has since been ordered for the chemical department.
The German Club, or rather "Der Deutsche Verein," has made large accessions upon its re-organization, and is receiving considerable attention from the modern literature students. Its purpose is to give the members an opportunity to learn German conversation and composition better than is received in the classes. The club meets at Prof. Carruth's each Friday evening. At the last session Wm. Stephens was elected President; Cyrus Crane, Secretary; and Mr. Swickard, Treasurer.
Last Friday the members of the literary societies belonging to the Social Science Club desired to adjourn the Club in order to attend the contest elections, but the other members wouldn't acquiesce. The society students shrewdly won by leaving the Club without a quorum.
The Freshmen elocutionists read Julius Cae sar last Friday. The rendition, especially on the part of the ladies, was excellent.
Our University nine again tried their skill with the railroad boys on the 28th ult. The tally stood 13 to 11 in favor of the latter. The clerks had two professionals, members of the "Kansas City Reds," in their club, which accounts for the result.
To-day the Juniors begin their chapel rhetoricals. Something fine may be anticipated.
The faculty, appreciating the musical predilections of the new comers, employed Buch's orchestra on Friday evening,the 27th ult. The Freshmen, not to be outdone, intend to secure the Social Club Cornet Band and the Republican Drum Corps for their reception.
Our civil service reformers will have a chance to show their ability in competing for the ten-dollar prize.
Berry's power as an orator was shown in the Oread Society on the 27th ult., when he carried the whole Greek triumvirate over to his side by a masterly nominating speech. Several others had fine productions to offer, but paled before the fiery eloquence of the young orator.
Prof. Lehman's department is filled to overflowing From every corner of the University the thump, thump, thump of the piano is heard. The number of scholars has become so large as to compel the forming of classes.
The Y. M. C. A. meets at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoons in the M. E. Church. About thirty students have joined the Association. The following are the officers: President, F. H. Clark; Vice President, Wilson Sterling; Secretary, J. D. McLaren; Corresponding Secretary, W. T. Finley.
Chamberlain is mad. On being introduced to a young lady at the reception she addressed him as "Mr. Stump." "Charming-man," "Chameleon," and "Chambermaid" were pardonable, but "Stump" was more than any reasonable man could bear.
This week Steinberg, the "King Clothier," comes out with a full page ad. on our last page. Steinberg's has always been a favorite place with students, both from the fact that he has assisted enterprises started by the boys and that he furnishes goods as represented. He has been here for years, intends to stay here, and is therefore responsible for what he says. We have frequently heard students state that he sells clothing cheaper than it can be bought either in Kansas City or Topeka. It is always a good plan to patronize old and responsible merchants.
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A student in position to know, and speaking somewhat authoritatively, warns us that we "ought to have the Courier printed at the Journal office, and then it wouldn't get such cuts as came out in the Journal the other morning." We anxiously hope the journal won't give the Courier any more such "cuts," as we seriously think of giving them the printing next year.
There is a prospect for two other additions to the list of prizes offered. If the good work goes on every student ought to carry off one of these substantial honors.
The mathematical classes are at present the largest in the institution. Prof. Miller has one hundred and twenty pupils taking Middle Preparatory Algebra, by far the largest class since the University began. There are seventy-six in the Freshman Algebra, forty-five in Trigonometry, and ten in Calculus, making a total of two hundred and fifty-one students in mathematics.
His cuffs are new,
And collars, too,
And whether you vote for Glick,
Be it understood,
It'll do you good
To buy all of Bromelsick.
The class of '84, which has not only taken great pride in its own membership but has been looked upon as the flower of the University by outsiders, is rapidly passing away. This year has witnessed the loss of J. J. Crowder, E. A. Munsell, Harry Putnam, Carrie E. Heyward, Alla M. Barnes, Hattie Pugh, Earnest Himoe, and Robt. Ball. Three or four others have stated that this will be their last year. Of the sixty-nine members, who finished the Freshman course, it is safe to say that not over seventeen will grace the chapel rostrum on Commencement Day of '84.
We are sorry to learn that the old practice of filching wearing apparel from the cloak rooms has again begun. There are many instances in which mistakes may be made in the hurry of students to leave for dinner, but cases have arisen which admit of no such construction The perpetrators of these petty thefts should receive proper attention when discovered.
Whatever you need,
Just take heed
To what I tell you afore I go,
If it's bargains you'd get,
Just the place, you bet.
Is at Bromelsick's shirt depot.
Many members of last year's dancing club are attending the Y.M.C.A. hops.
The reception on Friday, the 27th ult., was certainly one of the finest ever given by the Faculty of this University. Every one seemed jovial, bent on making the general acquaintance of classmates and enjoying the occasion. Even the Professors themselves seemed to forget their age and position while they mingled in the general good feeling of the evening. Buch's orchestra helped to enliven the gaiety, and "all went merry as a marriage bell."
Already we have twenty-five exchanges on our list, with new ones arriving each day. Surely we are not so "contemptible" abroad after all.
The gymnasium in the University of Kansas proves a fizzle. Last year an association was formed for regular athletic practice under directors. While the novelty lasted the thing was a success. Soon, however, the apparatus became broken, the interest lagged, and the organization dissolved. Now the room is occasionally visited by a few who wish to kill time, but all scientific practice has ceased. A large number of our boys have four studies, those who do not, desire to spend their vacant hour in the library. There is little time for muscular development among our students outside of that used in climbing and decending Mount Oread. The longer a student remains in the University the more he learns the importance of curtailing work outside of regular studies. Two societies or clubs are enough for any student. Few have time for athletic training. It is now probable that the project of a ladies gymnasium will never again be mentioned.
Elegant cream linen note paper and envelopes to match, just received at A. B. Warren's.
The following are the accessions to the secret societies for this college year: Phi Kappa Psi—Jas. V. Humphrey and W. S. Jenks, two members. Beta Theta Pi Geo.W. Robinson, T. F. Houston, R. E. Stout, three members. Phi Gamma Delta-Harry A. Smith, Richard Horton, Jas. V. Mead, three members. I. C.'s-Laura Lyons, Mary Miller, Maggie Sands, Lillie Sherman, Mina Marvin, Helen Bay, seven members. Kappa Alpha Theta-Ora Good, Fannie Pratt, Alice Noble, Francis Johnson, May Webster, Mamie Swaim, Olive Thompson, seven members.
Hand-sewed boots, prices right, at Mason's.
Last Friday the Oread Society had its election of contestants for the annual contest with the Orophilian Literary Society. The secret societies carried the day. Greek did not meet Greek, but Greek and Greek combined to overthrow the formidable host of "barbs." It was an "unconditional surrender" on none. We are pleased to see the hate and unutterable contempt of last year develop into sisterly and brotherly love and affection this year. It betokens a good spirit among the Greeks. Daily Tribune.
Spencerian ink at Warren's.
The clubbing system seems to be uncommonly popular now. The Dining Association first commenced with fifteen members, the Quincy Street Club followed with fourteen, and now the New York Street Club has been organized with thirteen names on its roll. This makes a total of forty-two. Verily the day of the boarding house system is waning. Pass the cakes.
Rubber goods of all kinds at Mason's.
A very ingenious plan was employed by one of our Seniors during the late reception. Learning from experience the difficulty of keeping up a sprightly conversation with the fair ones, he committed a set number of remarks for the occasion, including a few jokes, an enormous amount of "taffy," and a few general observations. The evening came and the plan proved an admirable one. But, alas! by chance, a lady promenading close behind heard repeated the compliments, etc., he had passed on her. As a result, six of his fair companions got together, compared notes, and formed conclusions.
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November 7th closes the first session of this year. The enrolled number of students up to the present numbers about one-half thousand.
Full lines of fine and medium grade shoes at Mason's.
Last Friday's election in one of the literary societies illustrated finely the remark made last year by a member now absent. Said he: "We fellows come into the literary society just to get office, and what is more, we get them, too." As he had had one, he probably spoke from experience.
A number of the city clerks sent a committee to the students' Y.M.C.A.asking admission into the Association.The students have the subject under consideration.
Stenographic note books at Warren's.
Drop in at Hume's, 125 Massachusetts street, and see the nice line of gent's shoes just received.
Lost.—Gold ring, with an amethyst setting. Finder will be rewarded by leaving it at the office.
We understand that arrangements are being made to bring some of America's finest artists to the new opera house this winter.
Job lot of writing paper at $ 12\frac{1}{2} $ cents per pound at Warren's.
Mr. Riffle, the Oread reporter, speaks in very plain terms regarding the contest election, through this issue. For this act we suppose he will be summarily "bounced" from the office by the "powers that be," at the next election.
We dislike to speak of ourselves, yet cannot help expressing some degree of pride at the position the COURIER now enjoys. Whether the students of the University be divided according to the department, class, society, or sex they belong to, it will be found that each party has a fair representation in this magazine. We venture the statement that there is not a college journal in the United States in which the students are as impartially represented as in the Courier. Seven pages of the paper are devoted to advertisements, every one of which is paying full rates. Our subscription list is larger than we ever expected. What more could be asked?
Commencing to-day, the following are the appointments for Junior rhetoricals. For the week ending November 10th—Monday, Walter Britton; Tuesday, A. S. Curdy; Wednesday, Agnes Clark; Thursday, J. P. Jack; Friday, S. A. Detwiler. For the week ending November 17th—Monday, C. D. Dean; Tuesday, W. W. Douglas; Wednesday, Agnes Emery; Thursday, W. T. Finley; Friday, Mary Gilmore.
On the evening of October 20th Miss Lena VanVorhes was united in marriage to Elmer Butler. Both parties are well known in Lawrence, Miss VanVorhes having attended the University during the past two years, and Mr. Butler being employed in Lyon's grocery store. Our congratulations.
Prof. Carruth states that the German students have done more and better work than in any previous half session. The Sophomores and second year Normals will spend the rest of the session on the Grammar, also translating Dickens' Christmas story, Marley's Ghost, into the German. The Juniors will commence the study of German literature, varied by the composition of essays, and lectures from the professor.
NORMAL.
HISTORY IN OUR COMMON SCHOOLS.
This is a subject which deserves the earnest attention of those who teach our common schools. In cities where pupils are closely graded, history can be taught much more advantageously, but in our country schools where, perhaps, a dozen different grades are given to the care of one teacher, the lack-of-time element interferes with, and often leads to the total neglect of this study.
Without stopping to debate the importance of history as compared with arithmetic and other branches taught, let us try to ascertain why the neglect, and if there be a remedy.
Perhaps the first great obstacle is the all prevading notion, not only in the minds of pupils and parents, but in the minds of teachers, that history is of minor importance while mathematics is the great I AM of the school room. Hand in hand with, and as a result of this prevading idea, we find teachers less proficient in history than in the other branches. And to be successful in any branch the teacher must be enthusiastic, and to be enthusiastic he must understand the subject thoroughly.
History is not the dry unreal budget of dates which some seem to think, and the sooner the notion is swept from the minds of the pupils the better. Make those whose names and lives appear upon record, become actual flesh and blood men, the same as the men of to-day and the little urchins will not say that history is dry.
Suppose that the teacher should commence at the other end of history once. Select a number of his brightest pupils and let them represent the different Presidents of the United States. Let them personate the characters they assume. Here the teacher should use some judgment. As some pupils stand head and shoulders above the others in influence, so some of our Presidents are giants, while others mere pigmies. The influential pupils should represent the influential Presidents. Write the names on their caps if necessary, let the whole school become interested, and by enthusiasm make the scheme popular.
Now, having organized, make each find out what important thing he has done, set them to asking their parents. This will interest the patrons and double the speed with which the pupils will acquire facts. And as the little folks find out that their parents personally knew of, or knew these men, history will not seem such a foreign subject after all.
No text-book will be needed for recitation, but soon all text-book will be in demand. It will not require very long for the pupils to find out where to look in their histories for events which occurred at different periods of time. The back part of their books will not long remain the vague unexplored waste it now is. They will learn how to use a history, something that not one in ten know how to do.
Let the time of recitation be occupied in discussions and questions, which will lead to further research and study. In this way, and in a surprisingly short time, will dates, periods, and events, from the present back to Washington's day, become fixed in the minds of the pupils. In a similar manner can the preceding parts of history be discussed, until the different wars, the different Generals who lead in them, the early voyagers and discoverers all become active images in the minds of the children.
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The reason for commencing with the recent past is to impress the idea that history is not something way off, but the record of actual life, no farther back, perhaps, than the childhood days of their parents. Besides, recent history is more apt to interest those at home, and the reaction from this will greatly aid the pupils in mastering the subject. And let them once learn how to study history, to study it for an object, and half the battle is won. Four or five months of this kind of drill will give the pupils a more thorough general outline of history than they will acquire in three or four terms by following the old stereotyped methods. And a subject once clearly presented in its entirety can be mastered in detail in one-half the time. After this, when taking up the text-book in detail, the whole should be divided into periods. Let the lessons be short and the reviews frequent. Tabulated reviews with the events and dates marked opposite and made a blackboard exercise will greatly aid in associating facts and figures. Emphasize the idea that every event in history is the result of a cause, or a combination of causes, and should be studied with that thought in mind.
Take the settlement period of this country, and after dividing the country settled into the New England, the Southern, and the Middle, question the kind of people who settled each. Their religious views, their different institutions, forms of government, attention to education, their nationality. Contrasting the Puritans of the North with their more liberal neighbors of the South, or the mixed colonies of the Middle States. Inquire what effect the difference in the early settlers of America has had upon the past history of our nation. It is the old problem of cause and effect over and over again. But understand the conditions of the first and you can safely predict for the future.
Let our teachers grow enthusiastic; give their pupils first the skeleton of history; breath life into its body, and the rapidity with which the children will add flesh and fiber will give to history the name of anything but a dry study.
USES OF A MARKING SYSTEM IN SCHOOL.
The first object is to stimulate the pupils to greater effort; the second, to aid in keeping order. Probably all the benefits will, either directly or indirectly, come under these heads. Even the keeping of good order is partly a result of real earnest work.
Schools of the highest grade dispense entirely with marking, while in all our lower grades the system is markedly beneficial. In some of our eastern cities where the classes are composed of men and women grown, those who recognize the full value of the knowledge sought, there is no need to stimulate them to farther effort, and a system of marking would be an insult to their integrity of purpose. But in our common and graded schools the pupils do not recognize the full value of an education. They need to be continually under the whip and spur to even approximate their best effort. And while some schools need but little spurring, others need a great deal. Yet no school is so dull and bad but what can be made active and orderly by a judicious use of the grading system, provided a competent teacher is at the head.
Many a school has received the reputation of being "hard to manage," simply because the teachers who
have had charge have been too lazy to do more for the school than the letter of the law stipulates.
Where a school is dull or disorderly great prominence should be given to marking. Every recitation, every act should receive its mark of merit or demerit. Schedules of standing should be made out often, perhaps every week, and posted where the pupils can compare grades. The teacher's grade-book, though, should be exclusively his own. Great judgment needs to be exercised by the teacher in making out the grade sheet. Leniency on his part may often be the means of changing a mischievous to a studious pupil. Frequently will a pupil, who has been regarded a dunce, double his efforts if he believes his teacher has confidence in him. And no pupil is so lazy or obdurate but what a frequent comparison of his standing with those of his fellows, will spur him to at least some degree of effort. Don't be afraid to mark well. Pupils are not graded on what they do know, but what, under the circumstances, the teacher expects them to know.
This marking can be carried farther by filling out grade reports and sending them regularly to the parents. This last, used in connection with monthly written examinations, is often extremely beneficial.
The teachers may complain that they earn now more than they receive, without this extra work, to say nothing about furnishing examination paper to the school. As for the first, a person who is lazy or wants an easy time of it, should never be a teacher. And as for the extra expense, there need be but little. Paper which can be made to do can be bought for a trifle, while in some of the more enlightened districts the Board will furnish the paper.
PERSONALS.
Mr. Andrew Atchison, of 77,paid his Alma Mater a visit on the 20th.
Kate Ridenour went down to Kansas City last Saturday to spend the Sabbath with her parents in that city.
Miss Clara Poehler, 85, is the last accession to the I. C. Sorosis.
Miss Alla Barnes has returned and resumed work with'83.
May Webster, who has been quite sick with malarial fever, is slowly recovering.
Miss Lettie Collins and sister visited their home in Olathe, a short time ago.
Franc Johnson attended a party given by the X. O. Q. N. Club, in Topeka, on the 20th ult. She reports a "lovely time."
Arthur Chaliss, of Atchison, is the new Phi Psi.
Ralph Stout, '85, spent last Saturday and Sunday at his home in Wyandotte.
S. W. Brewster is back and hard at work with the Seniors.
Julia Watson, '81, accompanied by Miss Mary Stewart, of Bethany College, spent last Saturday at her home here.
Al. Lewis, not a student but always interested in the students, was up to the reception Friday evening.
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Mr. Harry Schmidling, of Emporia, enrolled last Monday.
Mr. S. W. Spangler, brother of W. C. Spangler, attended the reception Friday evening.
Miss Ida Barnes was absent part of last week. The cause—“chills.”
Mr. L. H. Leach, '84, was unanimously elected janitor of the Orophilian Society last Friday. We are glad to see ability recognized.
A piece of crape decorated J. G. Smith’s chair in one of the recitation rooms last Friday. He re-appeared, however, Monday, as hale and hearty as ever. “Not lost but gone to Kansas City.”
Dick Foster, '82, visited some of his friends in Lawrence not long since.
Miss Delia Coy, of Kansas City, once a student of the University, is in the city visiting friends.
E. L. Brown, a last year’s student, is now attending a mining school at Golden, Col.
Al. Connor, a well known student of a few years ago, came up from Armstrong Friday to attend the reception.
Clarence Boles, who has been quite ill for some time with malarial fever, is able to be about again.
Oscar Wilde has appeared in the K. S. U.,—on the chemistry aprons of two aesthetical Sophomores.
Mr. W. S. Simpson, former clerk of the University, now of the Santa Fe railroad offices, visited the University last Monday. It looked quite natural to see him again in our halls.
Samuel Wilson, once a member of the present Senior Class, but who has been absent from the University for a year or two, has returned. He expects now to finish his course.
Miss Mary Griffith, '84, Miss Hattie Haskell, '85, and Miss Fannie Carmean spent Saturday visiting friends in Linwood.
E. C. Meservey, who has been suffering from quite a severe attack of malaria, is able to return to the “rod.”
Mr. J. R. Turner, formerly of the class of '84, who has been absent from the University the past two years, is expected to return soon.
Miss Minnie Hanscom and her friend visited the University Monday.
Mr. A. H. Bartell and daughter, of Junction City, were in the city Sunday, visiting Miss Alice Bartell. Miss Alice accompanied her father and sister to Kansas City, and returned Tuesday.
Mr. Jas. Major, of Wichita, entered the Law Department last Monday.
Prof. Smith and Prof. Taylor have joined the Bashful Club.
Bertie Niesley and mother returned last Saturday night from the East, where they have been spending the summer with relatives and friends.
Lieut. Manley and wife, of Fort Riley, Kansas, visited the University last Friday. They remained to attend the reception in the evening.
Mr. Harry Schmidling, of Emporia, enrolled last Monday.
Mr. S.W. Spangler, brother of W.C. Spangler, attended the reception Friday evening.
Miss Ida Barnes was absent part of last week. The cause—"chills."
Mr. L. H. Leach, '84, was unanimously elected janitor of the Orophilian Society last Friday. We are glad to see ability recognized.
A piece of crape decorated J. G. Smith's chair in one of the recitation rooms last Friday. He re-appeared, however, Monday, as hale and hearty as ever. "Not lost but gone to Kansas City."
Dick Foster, '82, visited some of his friends in Lawrence not long since.
Miss Delia Coy, of Kansas City, once a student of the University, is in the city visiting friends.
E. L. Brown, a last year's student, is now attending a mining school at Golden, Col.
Al. Connor, a well known student of a few years ago, came up from Armstrong Friday to attend the reception.
Clarence Boles, who has been quite ill for some time with malarial fever, is able to be about again.
Oscar Wilde has appeared in the K. S. U.,—on the chemistry aprons of two aesthetical Sophomores.
Mr. W. S. Simpson, former clerk of the University, now of the Santa Fe railroad offices, visited the University last Monday. It looked quite natural to see him again in our halls.
Samuel Wilson, once a member of the present Senior Class, but who has been absent from the University for a year or two, has returned. He expects now to finish his course.
Miss Mary Griffith, '84, Miss Hattie Haskell,'85, and Miss Fannie Carmean spent Saturday visiting friends in Linwood.
E. C. Meservey, who has been suffering from quite a severe attack of malaria, is able to return to the "rod."
Mr. J. R. Turner, formerly of the class of '84, who has been absent from the University the past two years is expected to return soon.
Miss Minnie Hanscom and her friend visited the University Monday.
Mr. A. H. Bartell and daughter, of Junction City, were in the city Sunday, visiting Miss Alice Bartell. Miss Alice accompanied her father and sister to Kansas City, and returned Tuesday.
Mr. Jas. Major, of Wichita, entered the Law Department last Monday.
Prof. Smith and Prof. Taylor have joined the Bashful Club.
Bertie Niesley and mother returned last Saturday night from the East, where they have been spending the summer with relatives and friends.
Miss Ethel Allen, '82, visited the University last week. Her many friends were glad to see her once more.
Lieut. Manley and wife, of Fort Riley, Kansas, visited the University last Friday. They remained to attend the reception in the evening.
Mr. Joe Priestly, an old student of the University, was up to the reception Friday evening.
Miss Hattie Pugh has withdrawn from the University, and will teach the remainder of the year near Eudora. '84 will miss her greatly, but she intends to keep up her studies and will graduate next year with that renowned class.
Mr. H. L. Border, of Troy, spent last Saturday and Sunday at his home at that place.
Miss Delia Churchill, who was out of school several days on account of a painful carbuncle on her chin, returned to work Tuesday.
Prof. Campbell visited her friend Mrs. Cora M. Downs, at Wyandotte, a few weeks ago. They together made a trip to Ossawattomie to look over the insane asylum at that place.
Miss Flora Hadley, 81, attended chapel Wednesday morning.
EXCHANGE.
The College Journal comes to our table for the first time. Its contents speak well for the scholarship of Georgetown College. Among other good things we find a translation of Horace's Ode "Ad Pyrrham," and a pleasure seeker's description of his sojourn "Among the Cow Boys."
The College Transcript continues to merit the praise everywhere bestowed on that journal.
The Haverfordian comes all the way from Pennsylvania. What it says of the University Magazine is equally true of itself. "As a record of college sports" the Haverfordian "is excellent, but further than that it contains little of interest."
The Asbury Monthly for October hardly sustains the reputation of that paper as "the best college paper in the West." We would remind the exchange editor that the Vidette Reporter doesn't come from Kansas. Boys, don't let your paper go to press again without reading the proof.
The College Rambler, from the Illinois College, contains a very creditable "oration" on "Our Railroad Kings."
The High School Index, published by the students of of the Ann Arbor High School, would be a credit to many institutions that go under the name of "colleges" and "universities."
Our neighbor, the Baldwin Index, comes out in a new dress. From its make-up we suspect that they have been reading the Courier. We are glad that our efforts to elevate college journalism have not been in vain.
Our exchanges no longer come laden with poetry on autumn leaves: The comet seems to be drawing the largest houses now.
The second number of the Michigan Argonaut has been received. The Argonaut was started this year in opposition to the "old regime" of the Chronicle, and from its contents and typographical appearance it is a success.
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We were pleased to receive the Harvard Advocate, a spicy semi-monthly from Harvard. The Advocate seems to pay more attention to local affairs and does not attempt to play the part of a rival to the North American Review, as some of our contemporaries do.
The UNIVERSITY COURIER for October is full of good things. The editors show uncommon literary knowledge and skill. The contributed articles show much ability and research in the writers. "Atlantis" we read with peculiar pleasure. Were the "Mound Builders" dwellers in part on that ancient land? Was the sinking of that island, or continent, the cause of their becoming extinct?-Daily Tribune.
It does not often happen that journals from small, insignificant colleges so far forget themselves as to criticize or offer advice to journals from large and growing institutions. When such a case occurs it behooves all to rebuke the presumption lest it become too bold. The St. Louis Student Life, from a little college in the city of St. Louis,—let all take notice that you will know what to expect from this thing,—had the brass to state in substance the following reasons why the Courier should wind up its affairs and unite its forces with the Review: First, we have no reason for starting; second, that both papers cannot secure large enough subscription lists to support them; third, that the University lacks intellect to run both; fourth, the Review has been a great credit to the University, and the Courier can never be. Now, a college journal that has not the common politeness to exchange with another college paper ought to be ignored; but lest this thing flatter itself that it is very wise and weighty in its advice we will condescend to tell it a few things. We can excuse it for its breach of good breeding in refusing to acknowledge our courtesy, for it "runs off" only a very limited number of copies, no doubt another sheet would have bankrupted the concern. Its impudence is inexcusable. If the brain of the editor had been as full of common sense as it is of conceit in its vast experience, it might have discovered why the Courier made its appearance. As it is, it contents itself by saying that we are started by a faction. In commenting upon the two new journals started in Michigan and Kansas Universities, this wise-acre pays a very flattering compliment to the former and predicts a very brilliant and successful future. But "at Kansas the case seems different." That is, this is not a "large and growing institution" like the Michigan school. What do Missourians know about intellectual and educational growth? The Missouri State University and the Michigan State University were started about forty years ago. To-day Michigan has twelve hundred, Missouri six hundred students. Sixteen years ago Kansas State University was started; to-day it has five hundred students. Does it, down in St. Louis, want to talk about "growing institutions?" Why, it, have you not yet learned that Kansas is about twenty-five years ahead of you? If the K. S. U. gave such a pleasant surprise when it sent forth from its halls the Review, the K. S. U. will electrify the literary characters of the East and the St. Louis Student Life, by proving that she can support two college journals that will reflect credit upon her. We do not take it to heart very seriously because you think we "lack general ability." It does not make it so because you say so, bub. Take the advice of a disinterested friend, neighbor St. Louis Student Life, and exert all your strength in keeping your mouth shut,
for so long as you do that people will think that you are bright and intelligent.
The Kansas Review remarks, as an offset to our fraternity statistics, that among all the students of the University of Kansas that have come under the kind attention of the Faculty, not one has belonged to either of the secret societies at that institution. We congratulate the University of Kansas on having some good fraternities, and suggest that they use their influence to reform their chapter here, if they have any, or to get it withdrawn.—Occident.
We clip the above from the Occident, an anti-secret society paper published at the University of California. As an open and fearless enemy of fraternities it has no equal. In a recent number it made the startling announcement that among those who had come under the kindly protection of the Faculty, a very large majority were members of Greek letter fraternities. It is doubtless this statement of the Occident that has called forth from the fraternity statistician of the Review the "figgers" that have just been presented. Let the fraternity statistician of our cotemporary go to the Faculty and ask why that little band of Greeks went home a few years ago for "thirty, sixty, and ninety days respectively?" Have you forgotten the false message and parade of '80, the leaders of which were members of two of the leading Greek letter fraternities of K. S. U.? "Ye" exchange editor is a member of one of the aforesaid Greek letter fraternities, and therefore cannot be said to view the subject through prejudiced glasses. We believe that the truth stands pre-eminent in every case, and nothing will be gained by fraternity organs attempting to crush the power of the Occident by showing up only the sunny side of "frat." life. If the frats. of the U. of C. have combined to run elections to suit themselves, they have their prototypes in K. S. U. In a recent election of contestants from one of the leading literary societies, three secret societies combined to run in their own members to the exclusion of non-fraternity members, with one exception. We know what of we are writing and will receive no contradiction. The Courier itself was started to wrest from secret societies their exclusive control of college journalism in K. S. U., and in order that non-fraternity students might have an equal footing with the frats. in publishing a paper purporting to represent the students. Its constitution is so framed that the frats. and non-frats. will always have equal representation on the editorial staff—no faction will ever gain control of the paper. In conclusion we will say that if the Occident desires further fraternity statistics from K. S. U., we can furnish them free of charge.
MISCELLANY COLLEGE NOTES.
Outdoor sports seem to be very popular with Eastern colleges just now. Cricket and base ball are the favorites.
Asbury opens with 425. Two colored students have entered the preparatory department.
Baker University has at present 268 students in attendance. The old debt which has been hanging over that institution for some years is about to be cancelled.
At Boudoin College a Freshman was injured while undergoing the customary hazing. He sued seven students and recovered $2,700 damages.
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The salutatorian at Yale last year was a German; the valedictorian a Hebrew; the prize declaimer a Chinaman. But when it came to real classical culture our native land came to the front. The pitcher of Yale's base ball club was an American.—Ex-
The Czar of Russia has given his consent to convert seventeen imperial palaces into institutions of learning. These palaces will, of course, be used for higher schools, while nothing is done for the improvement of popular education. Russia has a school population of 15,000,000, and the number of children in primary schools is a little over 1,000,000.-Ex.
Manhattan College opened this year with over 300 students.
A noble Senior of Yale has been arrested for obtaining money under false pretenses.
Georgia has received a gift of $50,000,the interest of which will be applied to the education of indigent young men.
Rev. E. D. Tracy delivered a sermon in the chapel hall of Washburn College the 17th of last month.
The students of the University of Illinois are rejoicing on account of the many improvements made on the college building during the summer.
The number of girls in the classical course at the Adelphia Academy is greatly in excess of what it was last year. There are candidates preparing for Vassar, Wellesley, and Smith.
CHAPEL RHETORICALS—SENIORS' SPOUT.
Monday, October 23d.—R. M: Osmond to the front. Subject, "Politics." A plea for purity and reform. Glintings of Herculian change comes from the class of '83.
Tuesday, 24th.—B. P. Russell paid a glowing tribute to "Amphibious Holland, who banished the seas from her soil, and standing on her dikes called commerce into being."
Wednesday, 25th.—W. M. Sterling swept into line with a review of literary progress. "Every year cannot produce a Demosthenes, a Caeasar, a Charlamange, a Shakespeare."
Thursday, 26th.—Weather cool. Conditions favorable, and Spangler on deck. In thunder tones rolled out a refutation that "Fame is the principle thing, therefore get fame!" The feathers of our Dart he clipped.
Friday, 27th.—An awe-inspiring silence. Chancellor Marvin to the rescue. Subject, "Students, stop imposing upon the citizens of Lawrence, and give them their share of the sidewalk." [Applause.] In pathetic pictures he painted the denizens of Douglas county meekly stepping from the curb-stones, while a squad of "ye students" swept by.
The Chancellor was followed by J. F. Tucker, who in "Young American" style, reviewed "England's Colonial Policy." Which had England heard her cheeks had burned with shame.
Monday, 30th.—The "Conflict of Labor and Capital," enacted by O.D.Walker, according to Wayland.
Tuesday, 31st.一"Mohammedan brought from the shades of twelve hundred years ago," was introduced to the students by W. S. Whirlow. "There is no religion exclusively good, none exclusively bad."
Wednesday, November 1st.—Quite a pretty compliment, mechanically, paid to the memory of Edgar A. Poe, by Miss Helen Bay.
FRATERNITY NOTES.
The Nu Sigma Nu, a medical fraternity, has been established at Ann Arbor.
Delta Kappa Epsilon meets in annual convention October 16th and 17th, at Providence R. I.
The regular convention of Sigma Chi will convene at Chicago this month.
The forty-third annual convention of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity was held at Cincinnati August 29th, 30th, and 31st. Gov. Porter delivered the oration and H. S. Babcock, of Rhode Island, the poem. Gov.T.T. Crittenden, of Missouri, addressed the convention.
SOCIETY NOTES.
OROPHILIAN.—Organized 1867. Chartered 1872.Meets in Orophilian Hall every Friday, at 2:30 p.m.New students especially invited.
MISS NETTIE HUBBARD, D. E. HAMILTON,
Secretary. President.
OREAD.—Organized 1870. Meets in Oread Hall every Friday at 3 p.m. Visitors always welcome.
MISS ADDIE SUTLIFF, W.M. STERLING,
Secretary. President.
NORMAL.—Organized November, 1881.Meets every Friday at 3 p.m.Normal students admitted as members.
MISS MAY DAVIS, J. A. FOWLER,
Secretary. President.
SOCIAL SCIENCE CLUB.—Organized September 15th, 1882. Meets in Prof. Canfield's room every Friday at 3 p.m. Composed of students in the advanced classes. Members of the Faculty admitted as associate members. E.A.BROWN. GEO.E.ROSE,
Secretary, President.
OREAD ELECTION.—The election of contestants on the 27th ult. for the annual contest with the Orophilian Literary Society was one that should be memorable in the history of the Society; for on that occasion three secret societies combined to place in position their own members to the exclusion of non-fraternity members. There was but one outsider among the entire number elected, and he would not have received his position had he not been championed by the "big combination." The prearranged "slate" of the "big three" carried the day. Although able and deserving non-fraternity members of the Society were placed in nomination, their forces were but as pigmies compared with the solid phalanx of the Greeks and their retinue. Many Oreads there were who came expecting to see the exciting scene of last year renacted, unaware of the true state of affairs; but the sandwiched appearance of the one fraternity with the two ladies secret societies after the election had begun revealed the situation even to the dullest. For their "eyes looked love to eyes that spake again, and all went merry as a marriage bell." The result of this election should be the signal for a revolution in society affairs, for it clearly reveals the fact that the pledges of some secret societies are established facts, and are considered by them as more sacred than the demands of justice. The non-fraternity members of the society have shown themselves ever willing to give to secret societies a fair rep-
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resentation, but the favor has seldom been reciprocated. The following representatives for the contest were chosen: President of the evening, Robt. Osmond; essay, Cara Fellows; declaimer, Cora Pierson; debater, P.B. Russell; orator, F.D. Hutchings.
ALBERT RIFFLE, Reporter.
NORMAL SOCIETY.—The exercises for Friday, October 27th, consisted of a declamation by Miss Kate Harrington; essay by Mr. J. L. Shearer; essay by Miss Susie Hunt; Mr. H. A. Davis then gave a class drill on the verb. After a short recess the following question was debated: Resolved "That the science of the times predict the overthrow of the American government;" Mr. E. J. Clark taking the negative, Mr. Isaac Morgan the affirmative. Decided in favor of the affirmative. This coming Friday, November 3d, Prof. Carruth lectures before the Society. G.
MONKEYTEMS.
This world is all a fleeting menagerie, especially on All Halloween's Eve.
"Don't see the point to comical common comet," and remarks my dear sir, "Oh, no, Miss, it's a tail."
Dreamy waltzes are becoming "fly," at least so thinks the fair instructress as she partly undertakes to instruct and is struck in amazement as he draws back. "Mama don't low me to hug girls." Inquire of "Babe" and "Dail" for further information.
Never go under a tree during a thunder storm. It is not fair to the lightning, which has often to spoil a very good tree to get at a poor sort of man. Thayer Headlight.
Nantucket has a girl pilot only seventeen years old. Knows all the buoys in the sound, you can bet.-Badger.
Sophomore reception, just at the close. Young man (shaking hands with several young ladies): "Goodnight, I've had an awful nice time. I'll see you again Monday." Young lady: "See me again Monday? Do you think so?"—Badger.
"CHANSON."
"I lingered neath the chamber,
Wherein my darling slept,
While softly up behind me
Her father's bull-dog crept.
"I sang my bitter sorrow
That ever we should part,—
My pants are with the tailor.
I'm more than sore at heart."
The Rich Hill Gazette says that there are 138 grasswidows in that place. The grass in that place must be sweet.
Professor, looking at his watch, "As we have a few minutes left, I should like to have any one ask a question, if so disposed." Student.—"What time is it, please?"
LOCALS.
Hallowe'en.
Fine stationery at Bates & Field's.
No more Logic.
For soaps, brushes, combs, etc., call at the South End. Nanie Pugh is the latest I.C.
Pen knives of all grades at Bates & Field's.
Ethel Allen, '82, called at the University last Tuesday. Picture frames at low rates at Bates & Field's.
It is stated that one of our Professors will write a book.
“In a few days!" "In a few days!" Straffon will have a fine lot of toilet cases, cheap.
Johnson, Smith, Hamilton, and Leach compose the Beta quartette.
All kinds of note books at Bates & Field's.
Miss Eva Trickey, niece of Dr. Morris, honored the University by a visit last week. She expects to soon enter.
“Oh, my! Oh, my!! Oh, my!!!!” “What is it, Johnny?” “I saw some awful pretty jack-knives at Straffon's, and I want one.” “They are too high.” “No, they are not, almost all the little boys in town have them and they say they did not cost but little.”
The Juniors are confronted in Logic by their fallacies. This will be especially true on examination day.
Bates & Field constantly receive invoices of all the new articles for decoration used by our artists.
"Perfumery! Perfumery!! Perfumery!!! Did you ask where? At the South End Drug Store, to be sure. C. W. Straffon has one of the finest lines of perfumery in the city, and his stock is not yet complete. If you think of buying, call and get bargains at Straffon's.
As some neighboring journals have adoped two of our departments, it is to be hoped they will follow the COURIER in coming out soon in a new winter dress.
Students who cannot find the books they require elsewhere can obtain them of Bates & Field by giving due notice, as the firm is in daily communication with Chicago and New York agents and is sending to both places very frequently.
The orations given by the Seniors this year have been among the best ever delivered in our University. An unusual amount of attention was placed on these productions.
A new and unique assortment of photograph frames just at hand, and are on sale at Bates & Field's.
Pocket books at Bates & Field's.
The I. C.'s carried out their old custom of feasting on Hallowe'en. This time the feast was spread at the home of two of the Phar-i-sees—Misses Addie and Jennie Sutliff. All say it it was a time to be remembered.
Fine gift books of all kinds and at reduced prices at Bates & Field's.
Bates & Field have received a new and quite artistic line of note books suitable for taking lecture memorandas.
Pictures and picture frames at Bates & Field's.
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Our Home-made Candies are Excellent. BATMAN & TAYLOR, 167 Mass. St.
Give us a Call.
Students!
When you need anything in the way of Groceries give us a call. We will do you good and save you some money.
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A. WHITCOMB,
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HENRY FUEL.
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WALLER & GRAY,
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ULRICKSON & CRUM,
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Steam Fitting and Boiler Repairing.
A full line of Cooking & Heating Stoves! 171 Massachusetts Street.
COAT-MAKER.
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JOHN Q. ASHTON & CO., China, Queensware, Plated Ware, Toys, Etc.
LAMP GOODS A SPECIALTY.
169 Massachusetts St., Lawrence, Kan.
MOAK BROS.
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School in session all the year.
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Established 1870.
CONOVER BROTHERS,
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PIANOS.
Publishers of Music and Music Books. Importers of Musical Merchandise.
613 MAIN STREET, KANSAS CITY, MO. and No. 10 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Send for Catalogue.
Mettner, the Photographer,
79 Massachusetts Street.
THE STUDENTS' POPULAR ARTIST.
J. J. JARMAIN, 181 Massachusetts St.,
The Official Butcher to the University Dining Club Is the place to go for all kinds of meats.
117 Massachusetts St. CALL AND EXAMINE OUR GOODS.
BOOTS AND SHOES
PATTERSON & MURRAY, DEALER IN
ELDRIDGE HOUSE BARBER SHOPI 55 Massachusetts Street.
MARK ANTHONY, Proprietor.
The shop is supplied with easy chairs, clean towels, sharp razors and first-class workmen.
Get there Eli!!!
And tell the Students that place to buy anything in the Stationery line is at the
Kansas Paper Store,
N. GAMERON, Proprietor. 123 Massachusetts Street.
W. H. H. WHITNEY,
AT THE
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Furnishes Rigs to Students at reasonable prices.
Silk Handkerchiefs a Specialty at Famous. UNIVERSITY COURIER.
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A. WEBER MERCHANT TAILOR,
Just received the finest lot of Fall Goods in the City. No old goods left. STUDENTS, CALL AND EXAMINE.
TEXT BOOKS
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At lowest wholesale prices. Also to our complete line of Stationery and Artists' Material.
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MAPS AND CHARTS.
G. H. MAYHOOD & CO.,
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GO TO
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For a Clean Shave and "Boss" Hair Cut. Cleanliness and neat work a specialty.
FOR FANCY AND STAPLE GROCERIES
ENDSLEY JONES, Official Provisioner To the Collegiate Dining Club.
PAT HAMLIN,
Furnishes Fine Rigs at Students' Prices !
Stable just East of Post Office.
MISSES A. & C. MUGLER, Have just received a fine stock of MILLINERY GOODS, and in a few days will begin to receive their Winter Stock. They solicit the patronage of the students.
W. M. ROWE,
JEWELER,
111 Massachusetts St.
Fine Watch Repairing a Specialty
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University Courier.
VOL.I.
LAWRENCE, KANSAS, NOVEMBER 20,1882.
No. 6.
University of Kansas.
40 W.
DEPARTMENTS 3.
Collegiate, Preparatory, Musical, Law, Normal, Medicine, Civil Engineering.
FACULTY.
JAMES MARVIN, A. M., D. D., President, Mental and Moral Philosophy.
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EDITORIAL.
Aside from the other religious influences connected with the University, there is one that is making no great noise and yet it is doing a good that is of no mean importance. We have reference to Prof. Canfield's Sunday afternoon class. It has been the custom of the Professor, for several years, to invite the students to meet at his house and listen, for an hour, to instruction in the Christian Ethics. The Professor pursues his usual plan of reading the works of the best authors on the question in hand. At the close of the reading an opportunity is given for those to ask questions who choose so to do. In this way a great deal of knowledge is imparted that must have weight in keeping up the moral and religious tone of our school. One can hardly fail to admire the unselfish spirit which prompted and which keeps up these readings. It should not be forgotten, then, that the University holds regular devotional exercises each morning; that the young men have organized a Y. M. C. A.; and that Prof. Canfield conducts a
class in the Christian evidences. Verily, we are not altogether pagan.
THE Seniors closed their orations some two weeks ago, and were immediately succeeded by the Juniors. Notwithstanding, the fact that most of the productions of this class have been very creditable, viewed from a literary standpoint, it is nevertheless true that the delivery has been rather poor with few exceptions. In the first place, those who thoroughly committed what they had written was the exception and not the rule. And again the amount of practice that each speaker received was very limited. We know this to have been true regarding the Seniors. Very often only one rehearsal was possible on account of the other duties of the Professor of Elocution. Probably more attention is given to the Juniors since the Professor has, we believe, fewer regular classes than during the first ten weeks of school. It is certainly very embarrassing, both to the speaker and his audience, if he appear before them with an oration, be it ever so well written, which is so poorly learned that he is obliged to hesitate, cough, look down, and and stop, or take a paper from his pocket in order to recall what should have been thoroughly committed to mind. No one will deny that "the success of an orator," as Matthews says, "often depends more on how than on what he speaks." The conclusion of all this is that, as has been said time and again, some one should be provided who can devote a good deal of time to the subject of elocution, and he should allow no student, who has not rehearsed his production at least three times, to appear upon the rostrum. If this were done it would be much pleasanter to listen to the thoughts of the students presented in their orations.
THE unsophisticated passing along the streets on the morning succeeding Hallowe'en, might have been led to the conclusion that a cyclone had visitited our city the previous night. Gates were unhinged, sidewalks upturned, steps inverted, and other things scattered around promiscuously. It was plain to the initiated, however, that this devastation had been caused by no supernatural power, nor by the force of the elements, but by students of K. S. U. This practice of damaging and destroying the property of citizens may be the cause of much sport on the part of students, but it is generally the cause of anger and threats on the part of those whose property is injured, and it often leads them to disrespect and condemn colleges altogether. As a rule, the citizens of a town attend to their own business, meddling with the affairs of no one. And, doing this, they have a right to the same treatment at the hands of others. Once a year, however, they get up in the morning to find their front gates unhinged and lying two or
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three blocks away, if not entirely lost. We cannot blame our citizens if, as is usually the case, they become vexed and heap maledictions upon the heads of the destroyers of their property. It is very desirable that the University should have the good will and support of these men and women of Lawrence. This sympathy can be secured and held in no better way than by the students treating citizens respectfully and by leaving their property uninjured. This Hallowe'en marauding should be discontinued. It is productive of no good whatever, but of much harm. Sport is proper and necessary. That kind of sport that has no respect for the feelings of others, however, is not to be encouraged. Its influence is most pernicious on the minds of those indulging in it. Some students have heard so much about the good youths of Sunday Schools dying young, that they think it necessary to do something mean or questionable in order to prolong their lives. It is not unnatural to want to live, and, if any one can lengthen the years of his existence by carrying off gates, or shearing horses' tails, or in other such ways, let him do these things. Judging from the language of property owners, however, it is possible that the existence of other than Sunday School youths is apt to be rather short, if this practice is continued. Let the students give up this heathenish practice and find other ways of enjoying themselves. They will lose nothing by so doing and there will be a better feeling between themselves and the citizens.
It is no uncommon thing at the beginning of the college year, to read accounts of hazing as practiced in some schools. Lot long ago some of the students of Boudoin, thinking to have some sport, proceeded to treat one of the Freshmen to the customary hazing. That thorough work was done is evidenced by the fact that said Freshman received injuries of so serious a nature that he obtained a verdict of damages to the amount of $2,700. Just how roughly the victim was handled does not appear in the newspaper reports, but it is probable that that the result of the trial will have a salutary effect upon all who are in the habit of indulging in this kind of fun, leading them to be less rough or to abandon it entirely. The time has come when this barbarous practice should be stopped. And we think those who were guilty in the case mentioned were fined none too heavily. It is to be hoped that all honorable means will be used by faculties, students, and courts to banish this abominable practice from our institutions of learning. There is no reason why students should be allowed to maltreat any one, especially any one who is just entering upon his college course. To the credit of K. S. U. be it said that hazing is not a part of the course generally pursued. Very few, if any, of our students have ever indulged in this practice. They do not come here for any such purposes, but to gain knowledge and culture. We are quite sure that no clear case of hazing has ever occurred in the history of the institution.
TOPICS.
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CIVIL SERVICE REFORM.
The Civil Service Reform of the National League proposes the restoration of political parties to their legitimate functions as organized agencies of the popular will; the overthrow of government by patronage; the emancipation of the suffrage and the press from a corrupt personal servility; the elevation of the standards of public character and service; and it proposes to accomplish these results by means which will place the transaction of the public business upon a business basis, open the public service to all the people, restore the self-respect of the public agents, and promote as nothing else can promote, the cause of popular education.
The practical method of preventing favoritism, a method which has been amply justified by experience, is selection of the non-political employes of the government by a wise system of competition and probation. Elections change political officers in order that the policy approved by the people may be enforced. But rotation in office, as a maxim applied to the great body of public employees, is as absurd in public as in private business. It is not the purpose of the Civil Service to provide a living for all citizens in turn at the public expense, but to secure the transaction of the public business by those who are best fitted for its duties. Nobody has a right to any place, except so far as he proves his fitness upon fair and equal trial, and the legitimate public interest in the civil service is only that its duties be well done.—Geo. W. Curtis.
OSTRACISM OF THE JEWS.
It ill becomes a citizen of the United States to ostracize his fellow man, when his fathers held, as he now holds, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. In studying this subject we must lay aside all sectarian bias that we may reach the just decision.
For thirty centuries these Jews have existed amid the ruin of empires and the extinction of races. At first they were a pastoral people, tending their flocks on the plains of Mesopotamia. Driven by famine to Egypt, under persecution they became that meek race, which never since has resisted its oppressors. "The meek shall inherit the earth," and they are inheriting it together with the meek of all ages. But the meekest would not make bricks without straw, and the march to the Promised Land began.
At the fires of Sinai they formulated that moral decalogue, which, carried to all parts of the earth by Hebrew scholars, and preached by Confucius in China, by Buddha in India, by Plato in Greece, by Christ in Judea, by Mahomet in Arabia, has enlightened all civilization and founded all existing law. Through the sorrows of the desert they reached the joys of the Promised Land. Here, for a thousand years, they tilled the fertile soil and studied science and literature until "their wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the east country and of Egypt, and their fame was in all nations round about." Harassed by the Philistines, captured by the Babylonians, governed by the Persians, ruled by the Grecians, they were ever a cultured and peaceful people, giving to literature the Songs of David, the visions of Isaiah, the wisdom of the Proverbs, and the sublime grandeur of
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the Book of Job; guarding for humanity that strict moral code upon which our justice is founded.
From a nation of farmers they were soon to be changed to a nation of traders and money changers. The rapacity of Rome taking advantage of the sins of the Hebrews, scattered them abroad over the face of the earth. They slew the Christ who had softened their stern moral decalogue by his golden rule of love for fellowman. They bore the unjust curse of a second Cain, yet Prometheus-like, they outlive the Pharaohs and the Philistines, the Babylonians and the Persians, the Greeks and the Romans, the Goths and the Huns.
The Papal Church arose and all Christendom turned to crush the Israelite. "Thou shalt not kill," and "Thou shalt not steal," were blotted from the decalogue by the Crusaders, and the cultured, prosperous colonies of Jews throughout all Europe were pillaged and the inhabitants slain by thousands. The Wandering Jew of the legend became the type of the race. A Jew could not even live in England, France, or Spain, and in Germany the streets often ran red with Jewish blood. Our own Shakespeare, borrowing an old-time story, changed its Christian Shylock to Shylock the Jew, and all the world laughed loud.
The Reformation came, and Christian charity slowly, very slowly, granted to the Jew the natural right of men to live on the same earth unmolested by each other. America was discovered. The United Colonies became the United States, and for the first time since that dark day on Calvary, was a peaceful and happy home granted to this persecuted people. And to our honor let it be said, no Jew has here been persecuted. They have become our citizens, aided in developing our resources, supported our common schools, obeyed our laws, and, though wealthy, they have not formed monopolies nor produced Jay Goulds and Vanderbilts. Their clannishness does not harm us, for they so blend with other men in commerce, that the most and best of them pass unnoticed.
They are a race of traders and money loaners, but this trait was formed by their persecutions. They were not allowed to hold land, and their capital was, of necessity, one that could be easily moved and concealed. In Canaan they were not misers and usurers. They have been forced to engage in commerce. And like the Plebeians of Rome, or the Commoners of England, they could rise to distinction only by wealth. Their thrift is now proverbial, and unlike other men, they flourish in every clime.
From the age of Solomon to the present the Jews have cherished knowledge. They can say with just pride that each of their children has received an education and a useful trade. Learned Jews were the first to found medical schools in Italy, colleges in Spain, and Hebrew lecture rooms at Oxford. They were the only race that remained educated during the dark ages. The terrors of the Inquisition did not tear this from them. Nor have they been without their reward. "The school master has saved them from the fate of Babylon and of Tyre." They have given us Mendelssohn, the philosopher; young Mendelssohn, the musician; Heine, the weird poet; Meyerbeer, the composer; Rachel, the actress; Beaconsfield, Premier of England; and the Rothschilds.
Their moral code, as modified by Christ, has roused the Greek and Roman from his sensual apathy, and subdued the rude Teuton and Celt. The more civilized a nation becomes the better it treats the Jews." "It is Jewish culture, rather than Greek and Roman, that controls the conduct of modern families and nations."
We owe too much to the Jews to reject them. The wrath of Heaven may have been upon them, but it is not ours to avenge their sin to humanity. He who made of one blood all nations of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, has said, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay." Shall we as Christians not include the Jews among the "others" of our golden rule, when Christ, its author, in that awful death agony, prayed: "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do"? Shall we ostracize those through whom we received our law and our creed, our Christ and our God?
THE TICKET SCRATCHER
The most auspicious phase which characterizes our latter-day politics is the appearance of the independent voter, who takes his ballot home and alters it at his leisure, or takes that of the opposing party and casts that in the ballot-box despite the scowling of politicians, whose faces are much like a chopped sea—angry with short waves—whenever they see a political brother voting any other than "the straight ticket." The truth is—and it is a truth that is becoming everywhere recognized—that independence of the intelligent American voter is asserting itself in a way sufficient to make thousands of buried politicians turn over in their coffins; and it is a grand thing for our politics, a grand thing for our country, and a grand thing for the independent voter that it is so. God be thanked for this healthful autumn breeze in our politics! And if it shall lift some trading politicians off their feet and land them in some terra incognita, will it not be a gain?—will it not be a grand move ahead?—Christian at Work.
SCIENTIFIC NOTES.
Additions to cabinets in Department of Natural History since our last issue:
A collection of small mammals in alcohol from Ellis county, Kas., contributed by Dr. Watson.
A box of fossil dicotyledenous leaves, collected by S. C. Mason, at Delphos, Ottawa, Kas. The collection was submitted to Prof. Leo Lesquereux (the great authority in this and all countries on fossil botany), of Columbus, O., for determination. Examination of the specimens revealed the fact that there were about a dozen species new to science and as yet undescribed.
The many rare and new species of both living and fossil forms of animal and plant life, which Prof. Snow is almost daily collecting and securing for the University Museum, makes it one of the most interesting as well as valuable collections in the United States. The collections are always subject to the judicious use of students, and their great value can scarcely be estimated. Access to these collections not only makes the study of such subjects as botany, geology, and zoology vastly more interesting but at the same time makes it possible for the student to obtain a good sound practical knowledge of the subject under pursuit, which otherwise would be mere theory. However well text-books of natural history may be studied, unless the student has
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specimens for examination and plenty of material for use in the laboratory, his knowledge can but be very superficial and ambiguous, and will soon become a mere dream of his college days.
From the Department of Physics and Astronomy, contributed by Prof. H. S. S. Smith.
The present comet is attracting considerable attention in the scientific world. Its size—fifty million miles or thereabouts long,—the nearness of its approach to the surface of the sun, and its favorable situation, all render it an interesting object and one that will repay careful study. It is the second comet that has shown the presence of sodium, and the spectrum shows that it, like most comets, is composed of a luminous hydrocarbon gas. The haze that was seen to go before the nucleus gradually increased from October 9th to October 15th. It then grew less and was last seen October 25th. What such an appearance indicates has not been yet determined. The two most interesting questions connected with the comet are: Is this the comet of 1843 and 1880, and, if so, what has caused it to change its path so completely? and, did the comet have anything to do with the formation of several large sun spots that appeared at the time of its perihelion passage? Neither of these questions has been satisfactorily answered as yet.
W. H. Preece, an English electrician, has succeeded in telegraphing from Southampton to the Isle of Wight without using a cable. The method employs the principle of induction and utilizes the sea as part of the apparatus. According to the Kansas City Review, Mr. Preece was forestalled by a Scotch school teacher, Lindsay, who succeeded in telegraphing across the river Tay as long ago as 1859.
Prof. S. P. Langley is busily engaged in the important work of determining the nature and amount of the radiant energy of the sun. His new instrument, the balometer, has opened a new and valuable field for research, and has already more than doubled the length of the known spectrum.
A casual break into Prof. Patrick's laboratory, while the new minerals were being arranged, revealed to us some of the most handsome specimens we have ever seen anywhere. The dullest admirer could not help letting his eyes feast upon the beautiful copper ores and curious stalactites.
HUMIDITY OF THE AIR AT LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
Taken from Prof. Snow's report on the climate of Kansas.
The amount of moisture contained in the atmosphere is another important element in climatology. Much has been said in reference to the dryness of the air in Kansas, and on account of this property many individuals have received permanent benefit from a residence in this State. The observations on this point cover a period of fourteen complete years, during which time the average relative humidity was 68.1; complete saturation being represented by 100. By this is meant that upon the average the air contained a little more than two-thirds of the amount of moisture it was capable of containing. This percentage of moisture forms a very desirable mean between the very moist and the very dry, being alike favorable to the healthful condition of man, the domestic animals, and the growing crops. Mean relative humidity for each month: January, 75.0; February, 70.7; March, 64.4; April, 60.0; May, 65.1; June,
68. 6; July, 70.9; August, 68.3; September, 69.1; October, 64.6; November, 67.0; December, 71.5. These figures show that the air is the driest in March, April, and October, and dampest in the three winter months.
ARE MUSHROOMS POISONOUS?
Prof. Ponfic, Breslau, has shown by experiments on dogs that all mushrooms are poisonous. Washing with cold water deprives them of part of their poison, and boiling usually takes away the rest; but the water in which they have been boiled is very poisonous, even more so than the raw mushrooms themselves. Experiments showed that if a dog ate one per cent. of his own weight of mushrooms it fell sick, while two per cent. was always fatal.
LITERARY.
WHY?
Such a little word, only three letters in it, but what a mighty power behind it. It is the spirit of investigation.
A child is the personification of this spirit. From his earliest years he makes constant use of this little word why, followed by very emphatic interrogation points. If no one will answer him he settles it his own way. He digs up the seeds that have been planted, to see why they don't grow; he breaks all a sitting hen's eggs, and then innocently remarks, "I is trying to see why doesn't the little chickies come out?"
All these things are very trying, as well as amusing, and the little fellow usually gets a sound whipping, and is given to understand that he is never to try to find out things in that way. Poor child, what can he do? That he learns so much about the world in which he finds himself, is due to this inate power. Without it he could never have any but superficial knowledge. There is no such thing as thoroughness without exercising this faculty. But how few people stop to think of the importance of this fact. It is very troublesome to have a child coming with questions which they cannot answer; and, instead of trying to direct him in his investigation, and to encourage him, they say: "Oh, don't bother me now, I am busy. Little boys shouldn't ask so many questions. Run away and play like a good boy." And so it is, not once, but always. Is it any wonder that he loses, to a certain extent, his ability to trace things to their sources? Children think a great deal more than people give them credit for; and, since their thoughts are always busy, why not give them something worth while to work at?
Every time the inquiring mind is successful in its attempts to understand various phenomena, its power to observe and apprehend becomes stronger. This same power has led to all the great discoveries of past ages. See the little boy in his grandmother's kitchen, as he sits before the fire with his eyes fixed on the great iron tea-kettle hanging on the crane. At last he says: "Gran'ma, why does the tea-kettle cover jump up and down so?" "Steam inside, dear," the old lady an- "But what makes the steam do it, I don't see." "Grandma can't tell you sonny. See if you can't find out." In after years he did find out, and made the name of James Watts famous for all time.
And so on through the whole list. Each discovery was made by a mind used in investigating and pondering over a subject until every part was understood,
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The greatest philosophers the world has ever known possessed this faculty in no small degree. Every one, to be a scholar, must train his powers of investigation. To thoroughly understand a subject he must, in his own mind, trace all the whys and wherefores. He must have a reason for the faith that is in him. Our college training is intended to bring about this result; but, alas! how many there are who will not exert themselves enough to lay the foundation well upon which they are to build in after years.
Now a few words to those who intend to become teachers. Yours is one of the highest offices, for nothing on earth is more precious than the mind, soul, and character of a child. It is your privilege to aid in developing these to their fullest capacity. In all things, strive to create a thirst for knowledge for its own sake, and one of the best aids is this spirit of investigation. Stimulate their curiosity in right directions. Take them to nature She has many wonders, and nothing could interest them more than these. They will understand your explanations, if you use simple language. Not all have this gift of talking to children, but it can be cultivated.
I hope you appreciate your great responsibility in laying the foundations for future greatness, and in all things teach those under your care to think for themselves. L.
ATTENTION.
Some one says that the power of attention is the distinguishing feature between the wise and the great, and the vulgar and trifling herd of men. It may seem strange, then, that the wise and the great are so few, and the vulgar so many. But attention is a selfish power. It humbles the senses. It requires the mind to become lost in self—to yield all its powers to the accomplishment of our prime object. It rules a despot; but it frees the soul from anarchy. The student cannot divide his time between society and study—as well try to serve God and Mamon. Retirement offers him peculiar advantages. It gives him opportunity to store away information needful for some fixed course in life. It induces independent thought and gives genius room to develop. Removed from the clash—the jar—the general discord of commingling elements, his mind gains that freedom of action, that complete absorption in thought, which the outer world denies. Truly, he, who would be great, must first, as Thompson so beautifully expresses, "steal himself from the degenerate crowd, tread low-thoughted vice beneath his feet, sooth the throbbing passions into peace, and woo lone quiet in her silent walks." A privilege but few can enjoy. Few do who can. Publius Scipio said that he was never less idle than when he had most leisure, and never less alone than alone. Enviable existence when the powers of the soul find profitable occupation, and that self-fruition which society with all her allurments cannot give. Pitiable, indeed, is the one whom severe fortune condemns to drudgery. "Hackneyed in business, weared at that oar which thousands, once chained fast to, quit no more"—who for want of leisure, can never know life's superior enjoyments, but must be content with their miserable pittance which limited privileges grant in his intercourse with the social world. Genius loves to invent in secret. Alone with nature scientists make their discoveries. From seclusion are brought
forth finest productions of art and literature. Dr. Johnson says: "There is no man eminent for extent of capacity, or greatness of exploit, who has not left behind him some memorials of lonely wisdom and silent dignity."
SOCIETY.
Society is the natural state of man. Solitude is distasteful. He wants some enjoyment and he cannot always find it solitude. But society as it exists to-day gives anything but pleasure to intelligent men and women; that is, society in general. In our smaller cities instead of seeing a united community endeavoring to assist and encourage each other, we see naught but petty jealousies breaking out. Each vainly attempting to outdo the other in dress and display. They are constantly boasting of their deeds and virtues and decrying those of their neighbors. If gatherings are made, instead of mutual help and instruction, they endeavor to make a larger display than some one else. All noble and elevating attributes of a pure society are subordinated to this disagreeable rivalry. Husbands and fathers are made unhappy; wives and mothers, unhappy. Children growing up in its fetid atmosphere carry the conduct of the father and mother far beyond the point they had ever dared to think of approaching. Society made up of this character of people is injurious, ruinous to the lives of those who are tangled in its web. It is some satisfaction to know that we can turn from this sort of society to that which merits the esteem of even the most degenerate. Among the higher classes of men where intelligence and talent are the rule rather than the exception, we happily find men and women who are capable of carrying on an instructive and entertaining conversation. We find them devoting this time to discussions for the advancement of their fellow men. Here do we find the "feast of reason and flow of soul." Here a man may give his ideas without being called a boor. Unfortunately for those who would enjoy the presence of such, this society is restricted, not because it is exclusive but because it is not always convenient to meet with them. It is not permitted to us to move in the circle with such men as Bryant, Longfellow, Emerson, Irving, Hawthorne, and a host of others, whose society was elevating in itself. But thanks to them, if we cannot converse with them face to face, we may at least converse with them in the wealth of literature which they have left behind them. This is the society of intelligence, manhood and womanhood.
But we are of necessity forced into contact with the society that floats about us, let it be in as small degree as possible. What a shabby-gentility of society it is. How ludicrous it is compared with society just mentioned. 'Tis but a paste-board triumph and cavalcade. This lower class of society tries to ape the external appearance of more intelligent society. With gapping mouths and vacant eyes they are incapable of entering into the thorough intellectual spirit of their would-be model. How vapid and unsatisfactory is society. It yields not one redeeming trait but presents but one unbroken field of tinsel show. The gabble and prattle of society as it is seen among us, resembles the tinkling of cimbles, and the sounding of brass. What a wealth of rank, shallow and empty twaddle that emanates from the brains of those who rejoice in a questionable reputation of being the favorites in society.
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Man seems the only growth that dwindles here. Society to-day is degrading in its tendencies. It would not countenance open immorality, but might wink at it. Its influence is injurious. It is bound to produce either good or evil; and its present conditions show that its days for doing good are over. Let fathers and mothers think twice before they trust their children into the embraces of society. Let them take a fair and unbiased estimate of the people who go toward making up society. It is disgusting to attend a modern party. You talk, eat, declare you have had an elegant time, go home, call next day, reiterate your statement of the night before for fear it is forgotten. And what does the talk consist of? Let those who wish to hear sounds, words that convey no meaning, listen to the prate of a belle and beau in any parlor during an evening party. All are enjoying themselves, apparently. If he does not go away disgusted with society and men he is too thickly plated with the slime to be penetrated by the edge of reason. Let him who would wish to develop philanthropy, attend a fashionable ball; listen to the talk, and watch the noble image of divinity dance lightly and frisk about to the time of music, see him bow and smirk, behold how gracefully he gyrates round and round in the "mazy waltz." This is a man whose hairs are sprinkled with gray. But—
By sports like these are all their cares beguil'd; The sports of children satisfy the child.
This is society, hollow, vain, show! The one thing most to be deplored is that the evil is beyond remedy. Only two ways are left open for men to act: Either enter it with zest, carry it to its fullest extent, live in it and for it, or shun its baneful, contaminating, unsatisfactory influence, keep entirely out of it. Thanks to cheap printing, it is within the reach of all who wish to associate intimately with the great minds of every country. Here he may find society that is exhilirating and elevating.
POLITICAL FORCE OF AN IDEA.
The progress of society is directed by one of two influences: Either by physical influence, or by the force of an idea. The first was used almost solely in the early stages of society, when man was little above the level of the brute creation, when the actions of society were but mechanical, and the people that composed it mere automatons. But as we trace the march of civilization, from the dawn of written history up to the present conditions of society, we see the results of the force of ideas in all the civilized nations of the earth.
Let us first turn to the influence of an idea in the North. The Teutonic tribes were born with the democratic idea interwoven in their natures. It pervades their social, intellectual and spiritual institutions. This idea of popular government has spread over Norway, Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, France, and England. Like some vast vine it has thrust its runners far into the West, penetrated the ice-bound North, and even intwines and prevades the institutions of the South and East, among those nations so ungenial to personal independence and freedom. In this continent it has developed into the highest and most complete form—the Republic of North America. Wherever we see a branch of the Teutonic race there we see the influence of this idea. The idea of liberty coupled with the idea of democracy, crops out in our youths who burst forth in
"senseless rodomontade" over the fair Goddess of Liberty and her temple. This idea has exercised a most marked and powerful influence upon humanity; elevating and broadening the characters and intellects of nations. It bids fair to remain strong and enduring through the rest of time.
Let us now turn to the South and see the result of the ideas of autocracy or even aristocracy. The result of a strictly aristocratic idea of government is too narrow and exclusive. Where is Assyria, Babylon, Egypt, Macedon, and Greece? Has any one of these nations left its imprints on humanity? Has any one of these nations ruled humanity as the Teutonic race does, and yet not rule it? Where is the overwhelming power of the Roman or Saracen empire that successively ruled the known world? Where are they all now?
"Gone glimmering through the dream of things that were, As school boys tale, the wonder of the hour."
Vastly superior is the idea of government in the North to that of the South. In the North we see connected governments, working each in itself as a piece of perfect machinery. The South presents one gigantic mass of broken, ruined, and dilapidated governments.
For many years Europe was governed by a Gregory VII., filled with the idea of Southern governments, sought to unite all Europe under the rule of the Pontiff at Rome. This failed, but not signally, for Europe was governed by the Church up to the time of the Reformation. This was but the breaking out of the idea of democracy that had slumbered and grown slowly under the bane of the church. Having once gained a firm foot-hold it spread rapidly and powerfully over Europe Trace its results in the greater freedom that England France, Germany, and America enjoys.
It was this idea interwoven with the idea that all men were created free and equal and were divinely entitled to equality of rights, that inspired the English freemen under the most galling oppression to be patient, brave and vigilant, and it has placed them where they are today.
When the emigrants of England crossed the Atlantic they brought with them the arts and literature of Europe but left the governments behind. As population increased and centered into large cities and spread over the Atlantic States, the people felt more and more deeply each year that the principle of individual independence could only be secured by some political organization. They demanded the right of representation; it was refused; they then resolved to separate entirely from Europe; they bound themselves together by Articles of Confederation, for mutual protection, each State independent of the other. The war ended favorably for them. They saw the imperfection of their government, and felt by union alone could they stand. Two ideas of democracy immediately arose: the one, shall this be a union of sovereign States; the other, higher and more complete, shall this be a union of the people.
The conflict of these two ideas lasted for eighty years and culminated in one of the most gigantic civil wars that history records. It ended in the mastery of the idea that this is a union of the people, a most magnificent triumph of the old Teutonic idea of democracy.
The first act of the drama of this nation is ended. There are a few who cling fondly to the ghosts of old institutions and forms; who long for the return of old times; who oppose change in national institutions. There is a
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future clouded indeed in mystery; we cannot lift the sacred veil; we can only trust to our own strength and abilities. We are urged on by an inexorable destiny. We must not stop to look back fondly to the past, hoping for a release of responsibilities. It is only in comparison to the superiority of the idea that rules a nation that it grows and ripens into a strong unit among the other nations.
EXCHANGE.
The poet who dishes up his mixture for the Vanderbilt Observer should be dismissed from the service and favored with a pension. Listen to his jingle:
* * * * * * * * * * *
For over the mountains other men Came, seeking friends and honor. And people saw the land would then Have wealth soon crowded on her. And there were men who raised a hand To fight foes desperate, And these have named their native land "The Volunteer State."
Such perfect metre, and the theme how original and grand. Verily, another star shineth in the world of Pegasus. The editor says he has received a poem of 279 stanzas, beginning—
Oh, who will pet my billy-goat When I am far away?
which he intends giving us in broken doses. Give us all of your other poems in broken doses, please, and confer a favor on suffering humanity.
We like the Alabama University Monthly. Its articles are well selected and its departments well apportioned. "Longfellow" we read with interest. No writer ever had a grander theme. The name of Longfellow will be a household word long after the heroes of war have passed from the minds of men. The purity of his life and the grandeur of his character reveals itself in every line of his writings. Such men are truly great. The politician who, like Richard Brinsley Sheridan, will talk for hours on the beauty of an unsullied life, and then follow it up by a shameful debauch—such men who may gild their sins by superior statesmanship, commendable though it may be, lose their shallow lustre in the presence of such men as Longfellow.
We were much pleased at receiving among our many new exchanges the Buchtel Record, from Akron, Ohio, not only because it is a good paper, but because it hails from the home of our boyhood. Beneath the giant oaks of its grand old campus our happiest days were spent. Then no intricacies of calculus, no cobweb-like projections of descriptive geometry haunted us day and night like evil spirits, disturbing our peace. We think the exchange department rather too extensive. A college paper should be representative, and a too liberal use of exchange articles betokens a lack of energy or talent on the part of its managers.
The Calliopean Clarion in spite of its high sounding name is an unpretentious, but nevertheless, well edited magazine. It might deservedly be called a model were it not for its fondness for continued stories. The hero of "Under the Elm Trees's Shadow," like the heroes of all college stories, is buttonholed by representatives of every secret society from Epsilon Mu to Upsilon Nu;
carries off all prizes, is never "hazed," is beloved by the Faculty, and at last in his Senior year falls in love with a pretty "co-ed." When the hero Ralph "stooped to kiss the fair face" of the pretty "co-ed." we know that college men all over our broad land held their breath in dreadful suspense. What if at this juncture the inevitable father should have appeared upon the scene? We shudder at the hero's recklessness, but will read on and end the suspense. No, [To be continued] confront us in glaring letters. What a fraud. Think of college men being obliged to wait one weary month to find whether the curly-headed Ralph was successful or not. Take our advice, Brother Clarion, and don't lead your heroes on such treacherous soals, or your story may of necessity have rather an unpoetic termination.
If the illustrations of the Columbia Spectator are humorous, then we certainly fail to appreciate them. After trying for one whole hour to raise a respectable laugh, we were finally compelled to give up in dispair. We looked at them upside down and from every conceivable angle, but the fact still stared us in the face, we couldn't laugh. No, they were not intended to be laughed at, they were only inserted to fill up space. Two stories and half a dozen poems probably exhausted the literary talent of Columbia College.
And from the ashes of Swarthmore College arose the Phoenix. Rehabilitated? Turn over the pages of the Phoenix and judge for yourself. An excellent paper, typographically, still better in its subject matter. Here is its column of "Cinders,"—live cinders, all of them.
The Sunbeam, from Ontario Ladies' College, Whitby, Ont., is a good, common sense magazine into which no love stories ever find their way. We know the article on "Varnish versus Soapsuds" will strike a responsive chord in all who are fortunate enough to read it. The sentiments are very fitting to this age of sham. We think the ladies of the Hamilton College Monthly would raise the standard of their paper by substituting for their silly continued love stories such articles as appear in the Sunbeam. We did think the Hamilton College Monthly was about as good as we could expect from a ladies' school, but changed our opinion quite suddenly upon receiving the Sunbeam. For the benefit of our readers we give an extract from the three and a half page story of the Hamilton Monthly: * * * * "She raised her head and answered 'yes.' Oh, the old question and answer. How many lips have asked it, and how many have replied. Will it ever grow old? Will it ever cease to make the heart throb faster? Lovers from time immemorial have whispered them to each other, and they will until the end of time. Methinks that even the angels in Heaven must smile when they hear them. Oh, but when the answer is 'no,' what a chill sinks down upon the heart, how the spirit is abashed and grieved." Bah! Imagine if you can, the angels giggling over two sentimental lovers. Quite an exalted opinion of the highest tate of angels.
The Badger, from the University of Wisconsin, says: "Kansas State University started a Y. M. C. A., which is already doing good work. There is a universal tendency to charge our State institutions with having little or no religious influence over those attending, but it is evident that the statistics from Cornell, with the encouraging result in Kansas and our University, indicate
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a growing confidence on the part of parents and pupils." From the same source we find that out of 137 students of Cornell, only thirteen reported themselves as showing preference among the different religious denominations, and the small number of four were found who expressed themselves as attending no form of worship. For years ministers of the Gospel as well as others have used the argument of skepticism at K. S. U. to further the interests of their respective sectarian institutions throughout the State. True, like all State institutions, it is unsectarian; but nevertheless, it has at its helm a Faculty who are as alive to the religious wants of its students as the Faculties of any of our sectarian schools. Many students there are who came here expecting to find our University a school of skeptics, in which to express religious sentiments, meant social ostracism. Hundreds have been kept away by the prevalence of such an opinion scattered by men whose selfishness was greater than their sense of honor and truth. Such is not the state of affairs. We verily believe that the number of skeptics from over five hundred students here, can be counted on the ten fingers. The Y. M. C. A. started and maintained by the students of K. S. U. shows that religious sentiment has a firm hold on K. S. U. Nor has the Association a weak and sickly existence, but on the contrary, its meetings are largely attended. We are ready at any time to compare statistics with any sectarian school in the State.
Volume I., No.1, of the Wesleyan Bee is before us. Its intentions are doubtless good, but its make-up is decidedly below the average. After reading the first paragraph of the editorial, which was noticeable for the rather promiscuous use of such words as "Bee," "honey," "cell," "sweet," etc., we finally arrived at the following: "The company is composed of ten members five from the Phi Delta Theta fraternity and five from the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. However, it is not under the control of those fraternities, nor any society at all." Certainly not. No one will be so uncharitable as to charge you ten stockholders with monopolizing Bee affairs even though four of you are editors and four business managers, Pardon our inquisitiveness, but are the other two of you President and Secretary of the company. In another column the Wesleyan Hamlet soliloquizes thusly: "To Bee or not to Bee—that was the question, after careful considation, we concluded to Bee." Well, Brother Bee "'tis a consummation devoutly to be wished. To die—ay, there's the rub."
THE TEACHER'S LOVE FOR HIS WORK.
NORMAL.
It is a proposition as creal as an axiom, that no person should be entrusted with the responsibility of forming and molding the character of youth who does not comprehend the value of the material in his care, and does not realize the far-reaching results for good or evil which must follow his labors. Now, these being the facts, is it not a sad desecration of his office if the teacher bestow anything less than his best efforts, springing out of a high appreciation and ardent love for his work; such a heart devotion as can only spring from the consideration that he is the most responsible of all human agents, intrusted with the highest and dearest interests known in human relations—the well-being of so many
in their most plastic period, the acting and reacting for good or bad on themselves, on each other, and on society.
How unworthy an object is a teacher who sees no further than his school room, or the standing of the scholars required in his system, and confine his efforts to his daily success in bringing up the daily tasks, in grinding out his daily round of repressing disorders, of detecting and punishing the offenders. There is a lighthouse for the teacher which none sufficiently consider or fully appreciate. From the standpoint of an adequate love of his work I do not believe, taking all classes, that there is one teacher out of five that has not a positive aversion for it, which many are not ashamed to admit. Look at that young man, compelled to earn his bread and cigars, looking around to find the easiest way of doing it. "Too lazy for honest muscular toil," he thinks that he can have an easy time of it "keeping" school, if he can only get a certificate. What love of work excites him or ever will? He abominates all work. Again, see that village Miss whose inordinate demands for something to wear overreach the wherewithal of her father's purse. She resolves to do something herself. Too proud to go out to work, and thinking it unnecessary for a girl of her fine appearance to learn a trade she, too, determines to try for a certificate and "keep" school. What love of work does this girl carry into the school room? I do not intend to imply anything censurable in using teaching to aid myself in preparing for another profession, for if we take the time to read the early history of some of our most prominent men, we will find that they have been teachers, and successful ones at that. Success in teaching gives almost certain success in any other calling.
The true teacher is a person that needs envy no mortal his position, his emoluments, or his fame. Consider the value of the material the teacher works upon. Look at the man pounding rock upon the streets. Dou you suppose the value of the material has much influence in stimulating him to his work? But look into a tombstone establishment, you see a dozen workmen sawing, chiseling, carving, or polishing sandstone, limestone, granite, or marble. Now, other things being equal, these artisans will be interested in proportion to the value of the blocks on which they are engaged. Look at that sculptor who has been entrusted with a piece of the choicest Parian marble, notice the zeal with which he plies his chisel. Who can fail to sympathize with his earnestness, partake of his anxiety lest by some mischance he may defeat himself and ruin the costly block on which he has bestowed his time and best efforts. Does the idea of toil ever enter his head? He may get weary, but he returns to his work with increased eagerness to the fuller development of his mental conception. What common mechanic would dare to work on such material? If such ardor can be, and often has been, aroused in the elaboration of inanimate material, how much more must the true teacher, as the highest conceivable style of an artist, glory in the development of that priceless material which is committed to his care and workmanship.
No amount of Parian marble nor brilliant and costly metals, whether rough or wrought, can ever compare in value or responsible results with one human mind, endowed as it is with measurless capacity for intellectual progress and power for good or evil. But the develop-
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ment of the intellect, the enlarging of the capabilities of acquisition, retention, utilization, are but the first and least part of the teacher's work. There is the training of that individual to a true, noble, and persistent purpose that shall control his impulsive, wayward and indolent spirit through life. Ought not the teacher's every energy be stirred in view of such a work? But here is the material susceptible of such results. A soul to be won or lost; not one but many. Your skill and energy may be taxed to their utmost, but what artists are not, even on perishable material when struggling only for human fame? Shall we not then the more love our work, teachers, as we love our country, as we desire the general advancement of civilization and just governments in all nations, especially in our own United States? J. L. S.
MISCELLANY.
COLLEGE NOTES.
We have entered the sixth-hundreth in point of numbers.
Columbia college has a senior class of one hundred and ninty-six members.
Students of colleges inthe Unitad States graduate at the average age of twenty-two.
A prize for the best essay on "Common Sense about Women" at Kirkwood Seminary, was lately won by a Cherokee girl, who has since graduated and gone home to live in the territory.
Monmouth College is in difficulty. On Thursday, the students, in spite of a vote from the faculty, held a reception in honor of Mr.Ross,the winner of the oratorical prize in Chicago. Mr.Malchett, master of ceremonies was suspended. Two hundred students refused to attend college duties until he is taken back.
The Sophomores of Williams College have been compelled to allow the Freshmen to carry canes.
The Daily Echo of Howard has succumbed.
In the German universities there are at least 7,000 American students.
Cambridge has dropped Greek from the list of required studies. Verily the millennium approacheth!
England has thirteen hundred colleges. The United States can boast of 358.
Dr.Oliver Wendell Holmes, after thirty-five years s vice, has resigned the position of lecturer before the Harvard Medical School. A desire to devote his entire attention to literary labors influenced him.
Washington, Jackson, Van Buren, Madison: Taylor, Fillmore, Lincoln, and Johnson did not go to college. Grant was educated at West Point, the two Adamses at Harvard; Jefferson, Monroe, and Tyler at William and Mary's College; Madison at Pinceton; Polk at the University of North Carolina; Pierce at Bowdoin; Buchanan at Dickinson; Hayes at Kenyon College; Garfield at Williams; and Arthur at Union. Out of twenty-one, thirteen of our Presidents received collegiate training. Columbia Spectator.
The circulation of some of the leading college papers is as follows: "Yale Courant," 800; "Yale Record," 600; "Yale Literary," 550; "Harvard Crimson," 500; "Princetonian," 1,000; "The Dartmouth," 1,500; "The Argus," 500; "The Chronicle," 1,000.
Japan is awakening to the subject of education. The University of Tokio has 200 students. If a country would take a respectable stand among the nations of the world, the masses must be educated.
At Illinois College those students who reach a certain standard in daily recitation, are excused from examinations. The plan seems to give general satisfaction.
The October number of the Wesleyan Bee bewails the lack of class spirit in that institution. A moderate amount of this class spirit is a very good thing in any college. But a superabundance tends to create a rivalry which in a great many cases leads to demoralization, as has been demonstrated in some of our eastern colleges of late.
The Sophomores of Lafayette College have departed from the customary practice of hazing the Freshmen and given them a banquet instead. This is a new departure, and one in the right direction. Among students, who are to spend much of their time in each other's company, there should be a feeling of love rather than enmity, a feeling of mutual interest rather than independence.
YALE COLLEGE.
In 1700 ten clergymen met at Branford, each bringing a few books under his arm. Placing these on a table each said solemnly, "I give these books for founding a college in this colony." A century and a half has gone by and Yale College counts her books and graduates by the thousands.
The collegiate school which at first struggled for existence become afterward the principle attraction of the town; indeed no just history or description of New Haven can be written which omits mention of the college. Old Yale is so well known and so well beloved and respected throughout the land that even the general reader will not be uninterested.
The revolution which divides the history into two nearly equal parts effected great alterations in college life and manners, and broke up many traditionary English usages which had been adhered to from the foundation.
It reads strangely nowadays, this extract from the manuscript laws of the college: "Every student shall be called by his sur-name, except he be the son of a nobleman or a Knight's eldest son."
This distinction between noblemen and commoners existed down to 1768, until which time the name of the student highest in rank headed the list of his class. In those days the president was a being of majestic dignity. No undergraduate was permitted to wear his hat within ten rods of that august person. Up to the time of the revolution the system of instruction was very limited, compared with its present course.
The graduates were expected for the most part to choose a clerical profession, on which the study of Hebrew was thoroughly pursued, and the New Testament diligently read by all classes. This was the only Greek study. The mathematical sciences received but little attention, and rhetoric was almost unknown as a study until 1770 and the physical sciences were unheard of until a much later period.
Commencements a hundred years ago were different in some respects from the mild affairs of nowadays. They were occasions of such noisy mirth and even riot, that the corporation was obliged to exert itself by stringent laws to control the exuberance of departing Seniors.
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During the revolution the students were enthusiastic rebels. The news of the first battles echoed loudly, we may well believe, in the quiet cloisters of the college. The young patriots joined eagerly with the citizens in celebrating the great event of the first blow for liberty. Studies were abandoned and military drills took their place. It was found almost impossible to keep up the regular exercises of the classes. And during almost the whole war, the college was in a state of confusion which endangered its continued existence.
It is unnecessary to speak of Yale College as it stands to-day. Its name and fame are as wide-spread as the Union. Its past is written in the history of the country, its present prosperity is indicated by the annual catalogue. Six hundred students are gathered within its walls to-day: its two lower classes are numbered respectively one hundred and twenty-eight and one hundred and thirty-four, and its corps of instructors are not inferior either in number or reputation to that of any other institution on this side of the Atlantic.
CHAPEL RHETORICALS.
Thursday, November 2.—E. C. Little attached a communistic moral to the French revolution. "When the great Jehovah said,'Man shall have dominion over the fowels of the air,and the beasts of the field,'He had no reference to the house of Bourbon." The earth was made not for kings but for men.
Friday, 3rd.—An awful pause for the space of twenty minutes, when the "Women in Council," to the number of sixty-five, swept gracefully to the front. First orator, Miss Anna Murphy. A forcible plea for the Christian faith came with a musical ring and an earnestness which won hearty applause. "All truth which lives independent of reason, and asks no favors from it, will take no law which reason tries to dictate." Second orator, F. D. Hutchings, as the next speaker put it, "dragged his poor shambling limbs to the stage," and rendered "The Genius of Nationality" in a manner quite commendable considering his surroundings. "Poor Hutch!" He was followed by a few well-chosen remarks from Mrs. Fairchild, of Leavenworth.
JUNIOR ELOQUENCE.
Monday, 6th.—Orator absent. The Chancellor filled the blank with a few hints on etiquette. Hereafter the ladies "ain't going to whisper no more," and the boys won't applaud the "Women in Council."
Tuesday, 7th.—Junior still absent. More remarks by the Chancellor.
Wednesday, 8th.—Miss Agnes Clark presented "The Elements of Success."
Thursday, 9th.—Another Junior absent, which gave the Chancellor one more opportunity to make his little speech.
Friday, 10th.—The Chancellor still to the front. In a few well-chosen, almost syllogistic, remarks he stated a major and a minor premise, from which he drew the following conclusion: As regards student life, financially, it doesn't pay. But in the fight of moral greatness, formation of character, and individuality, it is beyond the computation of dollars and cents.
Monday, 13th.—"Junior" Butler, "Our Ben," championed the cause of John C. Calhoun. Paid a tender tribute to the mistakes of a great mind. Weeping in the gallery.
Tuesday, 14th.—The orator of the morning being absent and there being no professor of elocution present to to appeal to, the chapel meeting was adjourned.
Wednesday, 15th.—An excellent oration on "The Progress and Development of the Arts and Inventions" wadelivered by Miss Agnes Emery.
SOCIETY NOTES.
OROPHILIAN SOCIETY.
Friday, November 10.
The society opened at the usual hour. W. H. Johnson, Speaker pro-tem., in the chair. Reading, Miss Howe; declamation, Miss Bassett; essay, Miss Bell; oration, "The Mound Builders," by Mr. The question, "Resolved, That the Jews have been justly ostracised both by governments and society," was argued on the affirmative by Whirlow and Seaton, and on the negative by McLaren and Dean. The decision was given in favor of the affirmative. D. C. Hamilton and Miss Bell were elected to fill the offices of critic and organist respectively. Seven new members were elected.
SOCIAL SCIENCE CLUB.
Programmes of the Social Science Club for Friday, November 24 and Friday, December 1: Oration, J. F. Tucker; debate, affirmative, L. H. Leach, negative, E. C. Little; essay, Geo. Watson.
December 8. —Oration, E. A. Brown; debate, affirmative, J.W.Brewster, negative, Geo.E.Rose; essay, Fred.A.Stocks.
OROPHILIAN.—Organized 1867. Chartered 1872.Meets in Orophilian Hall every Friday, at 2:30 p.m.New students especially invited. Miss LINA E. GANO, EDMOND BUTLER,
Miss LINA E. GANO, EDMOND BUTLER,
Secretary. Speaker.
OREAD.—Organized 1870. Meets in Oread Hall every Friday at 3 p.m. Visitors always welcome.
MISS ELLA KEIST, J.P.JACKE,
Secretary. President.
NORMAL.—Organized November, 1881.Meets every Friday at 3 p.m.Normal students admitted as members.
MISS ELLA KEIST, OLIN TEMPLIN,
Secretary. President.
SOCIAL SCIENCE CLUB.—Organized September 15th, 1882. Meets in Prof. Canfield's room every Friday at 3 p.m. Composed of students in the advanced classes. Members of the Faculty admitted as associate members. J.F.TUCKER C.C.DART,
Secretary,
FRATERNITY NOTES.
The Wesleyan has flourishing chapters of four Greek fraternities, viz.: Phi Delta Theta, Phi Gamma Delta, and the ladies' fraternities, Kappa Kappa Gamma and Kappa Alpha Theta. The former two possess as fine society halls as can be found in the west.
The Greek letter fraternities of the University of California are getting a splendid "showing up" just at present. The Phi Delta Theta is commended and the Zeta Psi exposed.
The public exercises which closed the annual convention of the Delta Upsilon fraternity were held in University Hall, Thursday evening, October 26. After the exercises a splendid banquet was partaken of.
The Faculty of Perdue College has decided that the Greek letter fraternities exert an evil influence over the
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students, and demands them to withdraw their membership on pain of dismissal.
The delegates of Delta Kappa Epsilon assembled at Providence, October 18. Reports from twenty-six chapters are encouraging.
Oberlin has the largest college Y. M. C. A. in the world. It numbers nearly 400 members. They have no fraternities at Oberlin.
There is certain fraternity in college which makes constant practice of trying to bulldoze men who have lately been initiated into some other. We should think they would find it sufficient employment for the present to attend to their black sheep. Boys, if you attend to your own business, you will find your hands more than full.
Illinois State University has passed a law that no one shall be matriculated until he pledges himself not to join any secret fraternity while in college.
Dr. McCosh, in a recent letter on the question of societies in Princeton says, that although at first the Faculty were not unanimous in the suppression of secret, and the establishment of open societies, yet at present they are a unit. This is also true, he says, not only of the parents but of the Alumni and a large majority of the students.
LOCALS.
Turkey.
Oysters.
Ingersoll.
Cranberries.
Thanksgiving.
Holiday at home.
Visiting cards at Warren's.
Dancing season has opened.
Winter gloves at Bromelsick's.
The German Club is "booming."
Japanese brackets at Bates & Field's.
Ingersoll soon lectures in Kansas City.
If you want pictures call at Bates & Field's.
Democratic students are numerous since election.
Fine kid shoes just received at Patterson & Murry's.
G. E. Rose has a book-keeping class at the third hour.
The examinations for the first half session were unusually hard throughout.
Neat pocket combs at Straffons.
About fifty dollars are in the Oread treasury. It is almost time for the society to give an entertainment or buy a "cut."
Rohe's latest sign, on Mount Oread, is a subject for the art students to study.
If you want text books call at Bates & Field's.
To "Attentive Reader:" The problem you send, asking how "a student can place two hours each on five studies, give half an hour to each of his three meals, attend chapel service, take plenty of exercise, prepare for literary societies, learn chapel oration, recite for five hours, and take eight hours rest," is too much for us. We refer you to the Mathematical Department. Perhaps, however, the calculations are made for a student of the "North Polar School of Mines," where the days are eight months long. We don't believe he could do that in K. S. U., unless, indeed, he were an editor.
Kid gloves, party shads, six-button, pink and cream, at Geo. Innes & Co.'s.
Miss Mamie Woodward, of '81, is in California, visitan uncle.
The engagement for Bowersock's Opera House during the week are of the best.
New line of fancy ink stands at A. B.Warren's.
The Junior German are trying their hand at translating a portion of "Nathan the Wise" into English blank verse.
Examinations are over, the new classes have organized and the corridors and library again assume their wonted quietude.
Clipping combs at C. W. Straffon's.
The law room has an organ, from which we would infer that the class opens with music and prayer.
Pocket books and shopping bags just received at A. B.Warren's.
Last Saturday F. H. Clark, D. G. Clark, L. M. Powell, J. P. Jacke, E. F. Caldwell, E. L. Cowdrick, J. D. McLaren, and Owen LeSeur went to Topeka as delegates to the State Y. M. C.A. The boys were the guests of the Topeka Society and were right royally entertained. As in everything else, K. S. U. carried off the chief honor-F. H. Clark being elected President of the State Association. All report a most interesting session They returned Tuesday evening.
Our goods at living prices. PATTERSON & MURRY.
Robert J. Ingersoll has been selected by the joint committee of the literary societies to deliver the annual address next June. If Mr. Ingersoll consents to come it is safe to say that Mount Oread will not contain the crowd that gathers to hear the popular lecturer. In case he declines the invitation, Robert Burdette has been selected as second and Dan Vorhees as third choice.
For best repairs of watches and jewelry go to W. W. Rowe. Each article warranted. No apprentices.
John Sullivan, one of last year's Normal students, is earning twenty dollars per month and a commission on the Kansas City Times' staff. That he still remembers the University is evinced by a remittance for the COURIER.
If you want photograph frames call at Bates & Field's.
By invitation of Mrs. Clark, the Senior Class gave Miss Agnes Clark a surprise party on the 3rd inst. From the fact that some of the gentlemen members went without breakfast and dinner next day, we judge that their palates were well satisfied. It is the Junior's turn next.
Plumes,
Flowers. Collarettes.
and
Neckwear.
are among the specialties to be found at Mrs. Gardner's millinary store. If you want anything in her line, join the throng that is hourly calling upon her, and you will find an elegant stock of goods at prices to suit.
Few are aware of the rising theologians we have in our institution. The delegates of the Y.M.C.A.were called upon to fill pulpits while in Topeka,and responded most royally. Jacke and Clark were the only ones who didn't receive invitations. It is said that some of the representatives have since received permanent calls to the ministry.
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UNIVERSITY COURIER.
If you want photograph albums call at Bates & Field's.
The Senior Class taking optional Greek during the second half of this session will translate the New Testament. This class, numbering five, has been engaged in reading Sophocles besides its general study on Greek dramatic literature, with readings from English poets who have translated and paraphrased Greek.
Buy your dress goods of Geo. Innes & Co. They have great bargains at $12 \frac{1}{2}$, 15, and 20 cents.
Hereafter no student will be allowed to graduate who has not taken at least one year of Latin. This rule, however, does not apply to the present advanced classes.
Rubber goods of all kinds at Patterson & Murry's.
The Oreads seem determined to have a carpet. A committee has been appointed to solicit contributions.
Eggleston wrote about the "end of the world," but it's about the end of high prices, and the end of inferior articles that I write, all of which are at the South End Drug Store, and of which volumes might be written.
C. W. STRAFFON, Proprietor.
The alumni members of the I. C. Sorosis have organized a chapter in Lawrence, numbering twelve members.
For spectacles and eye glasses go to W.W.Rowe.
A large number of wounded hands and torn garments told too plainly where some of the students were Hallowe'en.
Neat pins,
Caps, scarfs,
And underwear,
I wish you all to know,
Are at Bromelsick's depot;
In style so rare,
You'dlarf,
And win-by buying.
The following is the Bowersock Opera House programme for the ensuing two weeks: November 28th, Charlotte Thompson in "Jane Eyre;" December 5th, Miln Burleigh Combination; December 7th, Julia A. Hunt in "Florinel."
If you want novelties in artists' materials call at Bates & Field's.
Lost. A gold locket on Lee street, between Massachusetts and Rhode Island streets. The finder will please leave at COURIER office.
Charlotte Thompson will draw a good share of the students' patronage on the 28th.
Karl Flodine is Principal of the Burlington public schools. The schools have an attendance of about 500.
If you want autograph albums call at Bates & Field's.
Miss Helen Bay is at present the only student taking special mathematics. She makes up for the number of her sex, however, by her ability, being one of the best that has ever taken the course.
“Miln Burleigh Combination” December 5th.
The lecture by John Clark Ridpath last June was pronounced the finest address ever delivered in Kansas. In order not to have anything less good the societies have selected Ingersoll for this year.
Dolmans in satin, fancy, and diagonal cloths at prices to suit at Geo. Innes & Co.'s.
Quite a sensation was created among the secret society members by the addition to their ranks of a charming representative of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorosis Miss Lou, of Butler University.
Japanese vases in white ivory ware will be received at Bates & Field's very shortly.
A class grade of 12 on the scale of 100 gives promise of future glory for the Class of '86.
University scratch books at Warren's.
Prof. Snow will deliver the second lecture of the course to-morrow evening on "Dust." It would be foolishness for us to solicit the attendance of students, as every one who has once heard the Professor will be present.
Senator Ingalls will deliver his famous lecture on Garfield at the Bowersock Opera House November 23d, for the benefit of the city library. Admission 25 cents.
"Watchman, what of the night? The crimson flood of ambient light appears no more in the east," but Straffon has just received a fine lot of druggists sundries, comprising everything in the toilet line. Prices to suit.
Have you seen the girls with the new colors-pearl, blue, and maroon?
The gentlemen's dining clubs are numerous, but where are the ladies'?
Caps in all styles and at all prices at Bromelsick's.
Last Tuesday evening Miss Bertha Argo gave her friends a farewell party before leaving for Texas.
Those of our students who heard Charlotte Thompson in her play "The Planter's Wife," a year and a half ago, will not fail to attend the play of "Jane Eyre," to be played here on the 28th inst. She is certainly the finest tragical actress that has ever appeared before a Lawrence audience. This will be a play which our society-loving students can attend with the assurance that they will hear something refined and highly interesting.
For best watch repairing go to W. W. Rowe, next door south of Geo.Innes & Co.'s.
Miss Ella Keist enjoyed the honor of being elected secretary of both the Oread and the Normal Societies on the 12th inst.
Won't some one please propose a plan by which to get the mercury of the chapel thermometer above the freezing point this cold weather?
Call and see our new invoice of goods.
PATTERSON & MURRY.
From the various comments of the press we would judge that the Miln-Burleigh Combination, to play here on December 5th, is a first-class troupe.
The first lecture of the course, delivered by Rev. Thompson, of Kansas City, was one of those few occasions where a good lecture was attended by a large audience.
Charlotte Thompson, November 28th.
J. E. Curry has invented a new devise for shutting off wind from the fans of threshing machines. He has filed a caveat and will soon have the machine patented. Persons acquainted with the threshing business say it will be a most useful contrivance. If it can by any means be applied to debaters in literary societies, Mr. Curry will have the heart-felt encouragement of all our students.
If you intend to attend but one play this winter, go and hear Charlotte Thompson on the 28th inst.
The ardor of the ameteur surveyors is beginning to cool down with the weather.
If you want frames made to order call at Bates & Field's.
Silk Handkerchiefs a Specialty at Famous. UNIVERSITY COURIER.
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Found at Last!
The place to buy Confectionery, Oysters, Cigars, Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fruits, Nuts, Etc.
Our Home-made Candies are Excellent.
Give us a Call.
BATMAN & TAYLOR, 167 Mass. St.
Students!
When you need anything in the way of Groceries give us a call. We will do you good and save you some money.
STAR GROCERY.
A. WHITCOMB,
Florist
Corner Warren and Tennessee Sts., LAWRENGE, KANSAS.
CHINESE LAUNDRY.
GO TO
SAM LEE'S,
Third door West of McCurdy's Block for Good Laundry Work.
HENRY FUEL,
Boot AND Shoe Maker,
Repairing Neatly Done
Done.
Custom Work Made To Order.
Two Doors West of the National Bank.
J. E. PATTON,
DEALER IN STAPLE AND FANCY Groceries and Provisions,
56 Massachusetts St., Lawrence, Kansas.
WALLER & GRAY, BARBERS,
Shop First door South of Eldridge House Entrance.
Shaving and Shampooing made a specialty. We slight no one. All work done in the latest and most improved styles.
189 Massachusetts St, - - - Lawrence, Kansas.
J. ERICKSON,
BOOT AND SHOE MAKER
Repairing Neatly and Quickly Done.
JUST RECEIVED AT
Wm. Wiedemann's
MALAGA GRAPES,
NEW FIGS,
DATES.
I have also commenced to manufacture Home-made Candies which are warranted to be strictly pure and of the finest flavors. COME and GIVE US A CALL.
JOHN B. PATNO'S
Barber Shop and Hair Dressing Room,
136 Massachusetts St.
ULRICKSON & CRUM,
Dealers in Stoves, Tinware,
PUMPS, PIPE, BRASS GOODS, HOSE, ROOFING, GUTTERING. Steam Fitting and Boiler Repairing.
A full line of Cooking & Heating Stoves! 171 Massachusetts Street.
THIS IS THE MORNING OF A NEW JEWISH FAIR. THE COAT IS ON THE HANDLE OF A STUDENT, AND HE IS TAKING IT FROM AN OLD MAN. THE MAN IS Wearing A TOPHAT. THE OTHER MAN IS HOLDING A VARIED COAT.
G. EDWARDS, Merchant
TAILOR
Warren Street, East of Merchants' Bank.
All Work Warranted, And a Good Fit Guaranteed.
JOHN Q. ASHTON & CO., China, Queensware, Plated Ware, Toys, Etc.
LAMP COODS A SPECIALTY.
169 Massachusetts St., Lawrence, Kan.
MOAK BROS.
TEMPERANCE
BILLIARD PARLORS,
66 Massachusetts Street.
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For Neck wear go to Famous. UNIVERSITY COURIER.
LAWRENCE GAS & COAL COMPANY, DEALERS IN Anthracite, Cherokee, Leavenworth & Scranton SHAFT COALS.
Delivered in quantities to suit customers G. W E. GRIFFITH, Prest. R. C. JOHNSTON, Secy.
NEW GOODS
NEW AND ELEGANT FALL STYLES ARE NOW ARRIVING FROM NEW YORK AT MRS. GARDNER & CO'S.
SPENCERIAN
SPECIALITIES
STEEL PENS AND INK
Samples of the leading styles of Pens, specially adapted for College and Commercial use, sent on receipt of three-cent stamp, with circulars of all the specialties
IVISON, BLAKEMAN, TAYLOR & CO., 753 & 755 Broadway, New York.
J. HOUSE, THE POPULAR CLOTHIER
Of Lawrence, Kansas,
Takes great pleasure in submitting for your inspection new designs and styles. The latest novelties in Mens', Youths', Boys and Childrens Clothing for Fall and Winter wear. As leading Clothiers, we shall endeavor to sustain the same good reputation for the future as has been our aim in the past. We offer only first class clothing and pay strict attention to details, guaranteeing perfect satisfaction as to quality, style, workmanship, and perfect fitting garments, at lowest possible prices. We solicit an early inspection of our stock and your patronage.
J. HOUSE.
W. W. FLUKE, DEALER IN
weaver
PIANOS, ORGANS MUSICAL MERCHANDISE 127 Massachusetts Street,
CHARLES ANDERSON,
DEALER IN
GROCERIES, PROVISIONS, BRAN CHOP FEED, ETC.
Students' patronage solicited. 130 Massachusetts St. Lawrence, Kan.
I
WILDER BROS.,
MANUFACTURERS OF
SHIRTS, COLLARS, CUFFS,
AND
UNDERWEAR!
From Measure.
We are now occupying our New Building and are prepared to do all work in our line that the public might desire.
Have on hand a full line of
SHIRTINGS
—AND—
FLANNELS!
——FOR——
Fall and Winter USE.
All Measures kept on file for future reference.
FACTORY : North end of New Hampshire Street, opposite Durfee House.
Silk Handkerchiefs a Specialty at Famous. UNIVERSITY COURIER.
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JOHN HUME, DEALER IN BOOTS, SHOES AND RUBBERS.
To the Students of the University I would say, do not forget that Hume's is the place to buy your Fine Shoes, Rubbers, etc. A large stock to select from and at bottom figures. Remember the place, 125 Massachusetts Street.
B. B. PORTER,
Oysters
Oysters and Confectionery.
FSTERBROOK STEEL PENS
ESTERBROOK&CO
TALEON PEN
Leading Numbers: 14,048,130,333,161 For Sale by all Stationers. THE ESTERBROOK STEEL PEN CO., Works, Camden, N.J. 26 John St., New York
I have a number of City Lots for sale on monthly payments. Wm.T.SINCLAIR.
G. H. MURDOCK, Watchmaker and Jeweler, Diamonds, Watches, Clocks, Optical Goods, Etc. 57 Mass. St., Lawrence, Kan.
J. D. PATTERSON,
Dentist. Office over Woodward's Drug Store.
Kansas Furnishing Goods Hat House-
103 Massachusetts St.
The Latest Styles in sll kinds of Hats and Furnishing Goods always on hand and prices low on everything. Call and See.
MEDAL
OF
EXCELLENCE
SCHOOL MEDALS.
Manufacturing Jeweller, 63 Fulton St., N. Y.
Of gold and silver, cheaper than any other firm in the country. Satisfaction in every case. Monograms cut and engraved. Gold Rings made to order. Goods sent to all parts of the country. Send stamp for illustrated pricelist This medal by mail 20c.
ROBT. W. KIP.
Fulton St., N. Y.
LABOR SAVING! SELF TEACHINGS! BOOK-KEEPING.
A new text-book, on an entirely new plan. The explanations, illustrations and systems of references so complete that the pupil can perform the work practically unaided.
At least two-thirds of the labor ordinarily devolving upon the teacher saved, and the pupil taught that most valuable lesson—self reliance.
Much of the work to be performed by the learner has been photo-engraved at great expense from elegant business penmanship, making the pages in all particulars as his should appear and affording the most practical instruction in penmanship.
Part first, containing initiatory sets, examples, explanations and forms of principal and auxiliary books, with more than twenty engraved pages and parts of pages will appear August 1st, and the completed book, containing special forms of book-keeping, will be ready October 1st.
A circular, giving an outline of the work, will be mailed to any address, and proof pages, showing form and method, will be mailed upon receipt of five letter stamps. Address WILLIAMS & ROGERS.
Rochester Business University, Rochester, N. Y.
TEACHERS WANTED
Of every kind, to fill fall, winter and spring engagements now coming to hand.
Graduates and Undergraduates of any school seminary, or college, of little or no experience, or other persons desiring to teach, should not fail to address at once, with stamp, for application form,
NATIONAL TEACHERS' AGENCY.
Cincinnati, Ohio.
N. B.—Situations in the West and South a specialty. Good pay to local agents and private correspondents.
FULTON & TRUEBLOOD'S School of Elocution and Oratory,
Kansas City, Mo.
Instruction in elocution, in all of its branches. Special course for professional men and those desiring to fit themselves for teachers of elocution or public readers. Regular course, one year, from Oct. 10th to June 10th. Partial course eleven weeks including one term. Summer course of five weeks, especially designed for teachers and college students. For circular giving terms etc. Address, FULTON & TRUEBLOOD, Kansas City, Mo.
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20 to 25 per cent. saved by buying of Famous. UNIVERSITY COURIER.
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Hand
BRAG AND BLOW
OUTDONE BY THE
ESTABLISHED REPUTATION
H$_2$O
OH
STEINBERG, THE KING CLOTHIER!
We Deal in Clothing, Not in Wind,
and can prove any assertion we make.
WE SAY
We have the largest and most varied stock of clothing in this city and we have the stock to warrant our making this assertion.
WE SAY
We take the lead for excellence of make, style and fabric, and sell goods as low as any living man can afford to. If this was not so, why would we enjoy the liberal patronage we do? Because the people generally go where they can do the best.
WE SAY
We do not fear comparison and will treat you just the same whether you buy or look.
WE SAY
That the majority of old students will recommend you to go to the old reliable,
STEINBERG, THE CLOTHIER.