THE UNIVERSITY COURER
NOBIS SOLUM. NON.
1884.
FEBRUARY 11.
CONTENTS
Fortnight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 201
Estrangement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Two Memories of San Marco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Fort Keog M. T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
S. P. Translations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Editorial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Views. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Normal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Scientific. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Swaps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Personal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Coridors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
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The University Courier.
Vol. 11. FEBRUARY 11, 1884. No. 11.
THE FORTNIGHT.
The lack of college spirit among the students of this University is often commented upon by visitors from other schools. Perhaps it is because we are yet too young to develop this feeling, or, perhaps, as most students come here and are not sent, their minds are so engaged in more serious matters as to have no thoughts in a lighter vein. We have no college cheer, no college songs, no legends, none of the time honored observances common in other schools. We do not seem to have a real "college spirit." Most of our students seem to regard their alma mater as merely a place where they acquired so much knowledge, or ground through such an amount of work. Very few seem to have that regard and affection for their college that we find in other places. We are so very dead in earnest and so exceedingly utilitarian that we can not waste our valuable time on little pleasant observances that we will remember when we have forgotten all our grades and the number of our studies.
The ordering of these affairs is the business of the Junior class, and we think '85 had better set about the work at once. First, we need a college cheer. There is a ring and effect to a good, hearty, concerted shout that can never be equaled by any
amount of hoodlum yelling and cat-calling. Then, we want some songs. Let our versifiers set themselves to work and give us some good, singable pieces. Plenty of good and new music can be obtained, but we need words to it that are the especial property of this University. The Courier will gladly publish any good songs that may be sent in, and when a sufficient number can be collected, these, with some translations of foreign students' songs, may make up a small volume of both music and words. It will take considerable work, but it seems to us worth trying. Let us see what can be done.
Among the noticeable things of this year in student life, is the decadence of the literary societies Whatever may be the cause, there is certainly less interest taken in them than two or three years ago. Some say that this loss of interest is due to the fraternities; that the latter take the place of the societies and do so much more for their members that they cease to care about the societies. But comparatively few students belong to fraternities, while there are great numbers who belong to neither fraternity nor society. Perhaps the true cause of this decadence may be found in the fights
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of rival fraternities, or in the contests arising from the rebellion of the "barbarians" against Greek domination. Very few students relish a parliamentary fight just for the sake of the fight, and so these, having no fraternity honor to maintain, become disgusted with the constant quarreling and stay away. We hope for better times, for a well-conducted society is certainly a good thing.
It is somewhat amusing to see the manner in which a certain alleged "students' paper" fairly besmears with "taffy" all things connected with "the powers that be." As for the writer of that book-notice— 'God made him, therefore let him pass for a man.'
The annual tribulation of the Sophmores has begun. No discerning Soph can fail to to see that we refer to Zoology. Perhaps this study does cultivate the perceptive faculties. If so, ours must be in a bad way, for we really cannot perceive it. We question much whether such studies have any real value to the average student. He learns a mass of names and facts, largely about animals that he may never see. He collects a lot of bugs, arranges them carefully in a glass case, gets labels on them after much vexation of spirit and harassment of the professor, exhibits them in commencement week for the delectation of the casual visitor and the wondering Prep; then, if he yields to the impulse of his better nature, pitches the whole business into the Kaw, or, if he has financial ability, sells them to the confiding Fresh, who doesn't know that "old bugs don't count." Perhaps one student in fifty derives some benefit from the work, and goes on in that line of study. But this one would be led to pursue these studies by natural inclination. Why, then, is it needful to bore to death forty nine others? The requirement of recitations and class room work in such a study seems time wasted. A course of lectures would supply all information desired by the general student, while the specialist has no business in a college. Let him go to his own place.
We now have quite a number of special and optional classes going. Besides the Junior and Senior optionals, the Freshmen are wrestling with the Odyssey, some Sophs are endeavoring to understand the historical allusions in Die Piccolomini, and there is also a writing class.
P. S.-Some theological exclamations from the printer, who is setting the above seem to indicate that he desires us to join the aforesaid writing class.
LATER :—"George" has sent the religious editors to inform the "Swaps" man and ourselves, that he will have us "fired off the staff if we dont write plainer."
LATEST: The "Swaps" man has gone to borrow "Henry's"' type-writer.
The customary foolishness of Valentine's day is not far off, when any insignificant specimen of humanity feels that he can gratify his mean spite by sending some hideous caricature to any one whom he may chance to dislike. We hope our "friends" will send us about a cart-load; they will be useful for kindling fires. But if the so-called "comic valentines' are foolish, the other class are yet more nonsensical. The manufacturers have, consciously or unconsciously, given them the right title when they quote them in their price lists as "sentimentals."
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LITERARY.
ESTRANGEMENT.
Oft have I watched a glorious sunset form, Till all the west had brightened into gold. Till all the east gave back the colors bold in soft and mellow hues,yet rich and warm.
And I have turned my eyes from such a sight, Rather than watch the black usurp the gold; And waited till the myriad starry fold Had come to light the peaceful brow of night.
I see, O friend, whom I thought mine for years,
Your love, that was the glory of my day,
Begins to wane; oh, let me turn away,
Nor bid me gaze until it disappears.
Let me remember that I had your love; And what that love was at its brightest hour. Till, looking up, I recognize the power Of stars of comfort, shining from above,
TWO MEMORIES OF SAN MARCO.
In storied Florence, city of flowers, stands the famous convent of San Marco, empty, swept and garnished. No cowled monks now bar entrance to the sunny cloister; no black and white robed figures clasp the cross and kneel in the narrow cells; no humble novice gazes in rapt enthusiasm at the beautiful, heavenly visions growing under a master-hand. The history of this remarkable convent has long ceased to be great. Its virtual foundation or rebuilding when transferred to the Dominican order, its decoration, its tragic climax of power and closely following downfall, were all summed up within the fifteenth century. Italy now watches over it as becomes its
importance in the history of Florence and in the history of art.
Two names are closely connected with this convent—Angelico and Savonarola, two beautiful and noble characters, as unlike as morning and evening. The calm, uneventful life of the painter, forms a strange introduction to the tragic career and passionate eloquence of the martyred prophet. The beauty-loving monk, from pure devotion, covered the bare white convent wall with pictures which centuries later, were to thrill the beholder with sympathy for his genius. He cared not for wealth or fame or power. He could not argue or exhort, but he preached best through his lovely
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visions of innocence, holiness and purity. This gentle frate prepared a house for another frate, a mightier spirit, but one not more devout. "Their ways of serving were different, their inspiration the same."
Florence, once the freest of the free, was now spell-bound, under the sway of Lorenzo de Medici, absorbed in pomp and display of all kinds. False gaiety, false culture filled the city. From every part of Italy men of genius, writers and artists of reputation, flocked about the Magnifico. Pleasure, almost pagan jollity, reigned. "Poets of every kind, gentle and simple, with golden cithern and with rustic lute, came from every quarter. Whosoever sang of arms, of love, of saints, of fools, was welcome; he who drinking and joking kept the company amused." Art flourished, encouraged and patronized on every hand. If Florence was the Athens of Italy, Lorenzo was her Pericles.
Such was the aspect of Florence when Savonarola began his reform. His fervid, natural eloquence and the warmth and earnestness of his feeling produced great excitement among the Florentines. Multitudes came to hear him, young and old, among them many notable persons little likely to be led away by the common craze after a popular preacher. Several years passed away. Great political changes took place. The Medici were gone. Once more, after the lapse of years, the Florentines were free. Then came a reign more wonderful than Florence ever saw. Impelled by the spiritual necessity laid upon him to guide the people, Fra Girolamo passed in his daily sermon from the general to the special—"from telling his hearers that they must postpone their private passions and interests to the public good, to telling them precisely what sort of government they
must have in order to promote that good—from 'choose whatever is best for all' to 'choose the Great Council' and 'the Great Council is the will of God.'" For two years he ruled with kingly power. This sway, though noble, was impossible. The longthreatened excommunication was at last launched against him. The remainder of his life might almost be told in three great pictures, showing the eager multitudes as they gathered in the piazza waiting for a miracle, San Marco besieged at twilight, and the last tragic scene of all.
Such was the great preacher of Florence, the most powerful politician, the most disinterested reformer of his time. His distinction from the great mass of the clergy lay not in any heretical belief, not in superstition; but in the energy with which he sought to make the christian life a reality. He was passionately attached to Florence and to freedom. He used his wonderful power over the people in favor of the measures which he thought would make pure the government of Florence. He had for the object of his life the renovation of the church of the world. He had not private malice, he sought no petty gratification.
"With a convent for his court, a crucifix for his scepter, and a pulpit for his throne, he wielded a more than regal sway." Power rose against him not because of his sins, but because of his greatness—not because he sought to deceive the world, but because he sought to make it noble. And through that greatness of his he endured a double agony; not only the reviling and the torture, and the death-throe, but the agony of sinking from the visions of glorious achievement into that deep shadow where he could only say: "I count as nothing, darkness encompasses me, yet the light I saw was the true light."
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FORT KEOGH, M. T.
In 1876, immediately after the country had been startled by the report of the massacre of five companies of the 7th U. S. A. cavalry, under its Lieut. Colonel, Brevet Brig. Gen. Custer, the 5th infantry under command of Gen Miles, left Fort Leavenworth and other posts in Kansas to endure the hardships of that most inglorious warfare—an Indian war.
After the operations of the summer, and having forced the main part of Sitting Bull's people upon their reservation and himself with a few of the most stubborn of the Indians across into Canada, the 5th Infantry returned for winter quarters to the junction of the Yellowstone and Tongue Rivers, and built a log cantonment.
In 1877 the present post of Fort Keogh was built, in the Yellowstone valley, by some troops, at a distance of about two miles from the cantonment. This post was built to accommodate winter companies. Good roads were built around the post, and through the woods along the rivers, thus affording many pleasant drives. Trees were planted around the parade grounds and along the walks. The officer's quarters and barracks are two story frame buildings, the barracks on two adjacent sides of the parade, and "officer's row" lining the other two sides. Between each set of officers' quarters and the walk is a plot of grass; in this nearly all the officers have planted flower gardens, thus making in the level piece of land a very pleasant relief to the eye.
The country in which this post is situated is what may be called a grazing country, with little water and some timber along the streams. On the east and west at a distance of about five miles are the "Bad Lands,' mountain-like upheavels of earth in which is found the red-clay, iron-clay, white-clay
and petrifications, with no water, save at a great distance, when alkali pools may be found. The earth here is most rugged and sterile, not a blade of grass or shrub growing; the evidences of internal heat are most impressive. These "Bad Lands" are the home of the wolf and the bear and the retreat of the buffalo, deer and antelope, and are therefore the scenes of many hunts and chases with hounds.
The temperature of this part of Montana in winter is very low, reaching 40 degrees below zero, while in summer it is moderate, the extreme heat lasting only for a few days in July. Uncle Sam issues to troops in the winter fur caps, buffalo over-coats, buffalo over-shoes and buffalo gloves, and even then it is a hard job to keep warm. In summer the enterprising mosquito's music hath charms to irritate the savage breast-New Jersey is left behind, in the mosquito line, by portions of Montana.
Since the troops, the true pioneers, have been up in this section, the Northern Pacific R. R. has run through, and has placed here a regular station with switches to the different store-houses, for the loading and unloading of military stores—quite a contrast to the river and mule-team transportation which has been in use here until within the last two or three years.
At the post there are now nine companies with a band and Head Quarters of the Regiment. In camp near the post are also forty Indian scouts, making with the officers and attaches quite a population.
In army life, of course, there is a great deal of routine, but at a frontier post routine is the order of the day, for the possible diversions are very few. The dawn of day is announced by the bugles sounding reveille, when the enlisted men have to "roll out,'' to answer to their names. During the sound-off
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the flag, saluted by the "morning gun," is run up. After this they have breakfast, the stables are attended to, the sick go to the hospital and the fatigue parties are sent out. At 8:30 A. M. guard-mounting is sounded, the band playing upon the parade ground marches on the details from the different companies for guard duty. This is one of the most imposing of the ceremonies of the military day; after this ceremony the new guard is marched to the guard-house to relieve the old guard. A new day now begins, the prisoners are under a new guard, the military stores, the garrison and the working parties are under the direction of a new Officer of the Day; the Commanding Officer and the Adjutant repair to the Adjutant's office, the office duty begins and the orders for the day are now given. After guard-mounting, drill call is sounded, this being varied every other-day by target practice. At sun-down retreat is sounded, by about fourteen trumpeters, when the men once more fall in to answer "present." The flag is lowered by two members of the guard, while a salute of one gun is fired—the "evening gun." The guards for the night are then posted and the countersign delivered by the officer of the day to the guard. At half past nine o'clock P. M., tattoo, the last roll call for the day is sounded, a half hour later taps is sounded, when all the lights in the barracks must be extinguished and the soldiers are to "roll in."
On Sunday the drills and work are, of course, dispensed with. Just before guard mounting takes place, the men turn out in full dress and under arms. They and the quarters are thoroughly inspected by the company commander. After guard-mounting is sounded, the band generally playing on this day, sacred music, church call is sounded and nothing further is imposed upon the men during the remainder of the day, save to answer at the roll calls.A
very good post library for the use of soldiers and officers, in which is a collection of some nine hundred volumes, having also on file the leading periodicals and newspapers, is open each day till tattoo. The soldiers have a dramatic society, glee clubs, dancing clubs; and also a base ball club, in good trim, which has had several spirited contests with soldiers of Fort Custer, coming out "second best," somehow. There is a post school taught by an enlisted man, in which the little masses are taught to shoot—ideas. Open air concerts are given on the parade ground every Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening by the regimental band. Friday evening after the concert an informal "hop" is given at the officer's theater.
The quartermaster at a western post is a person to be courted; having charge of the government animals and conveyances, he is an element in all proposed enjoyments, and thanks to his kindness, picnics, rides to town and hunts are made possible. If you don't "stand in" with the Q.M. you had better give up.
The officers here have a great deal to do, their time being largely occupied by drills, target practice, Officer of the Day, board of survey and court martial duty, with occasional detached service. They also, however, find employment for all the time they have off duty. They are as a rule, quite studious, putting their time upon specialties. The historic army three cent ante and drinking, of which we hear so much in civil life, is a thing of the past. Officers from this have gone to investing their "little all" in the growing western towns. The officers here are especially interested in Miles City, a growing town situated three miles from the Fort. The officer's club room is entirely deserted. To those who fear the army, I defy them to find in the same number of men in any town a more sober lot
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than the officers and soldiers of Fort Keogh are. Nearly all the officers drink their claret-and-water at their 5 o'clock dinner, but what "good livers" don't? The time for drinking and carousing in the army is past. The influence of the war has worn off, and without any inconvenience to Uncle Sam, they can now fire most unceremoniously any person who is at all partial to bacchanalian feasts. Drunkenness among the officers here is unknown; and among the soldiers there is very little of it.
The Indian settlements on Tongue River, Wolf Creek, a tributary of the Tongue, and
upon the railroads are also under the supervision of the military, and under their eye have made great progress. As an example of the development, in riding from town the other day I saw four native American ladies (Cheyenne squaws) riding in a two seated buck-board driving two ponies. White Bull and Two Moons, two redoubtable Indian chiefs, may be seen now in their visits to the post wearing white summer helmets, civilized breeches, linen dusters and even with the traditional carpet bag in their aboriginal hands.
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S. P. TRANSLATIONS.
AENEID, I, 1-9 ; 93-103.
Revised Version.
Cash and the man I sing, who, driven by bad speculations,
Hate of ungrateful companions and fury wild of the rabble.
Wandered far o'er the world, an exile from home and from kindred.
Many adventures he had, and saw many curious peoples.
Ere he rested from toil and safely invested his money.
Muse, to me relate the causes of all these disasters,
Why left the hero his native land, in exile to wander,
Whither he journeyed afar, and all that he saw in his travels,
Where he settled at last, and how he invested his money?
Pious Aeneas was horribly scared by the swift-coming blizzard. Spoke he seventeen tongues, so he swore like seventeen pirates, Ripping out yard-long oaths, till fairly blue was the aether, Raving and tearing his hair, and swearing by god and by goddess—Then exclaimed Achates, "See, the storm-cloud is breaking, Go it, pious Aeneas, you are checking the storm by your cussin.'" Beautiful then it was, to see the pious Aeneas Get right down to business, and show them what he was good for; Gifted he was supremely in pure ornamental swearing. Now the storm-cloud wavered, broke and finally vanished, Then the blue sky returned and, all the air was bright sunshine.
Then the blue sky returned and all the air was bright sunshine.
G. W. H.
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EDITORIAL.
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EDITORIAL.
Web Wilder, of the Hiawatha World, in speaking of the University papers says: "Let us whisper in the ears of our friends that no college in the United State has been able to sustain even one magazine, and we might be put upon the witness stand as an exert in support of the assertion." Let us whisper in the ear of our friend of the World that the Courier has a larger subscription list than the majority of country newspapers: that the paper is making money and will next Spring pay a dividend to its stock-holders. The Courier being a paper "of the students, by the students, for the students,"we do not suppose it possesses much interest except for ourselves. The demand for a literary magazine was filled when the Courier was started. It was simply to give the great body of students
an organ through which to express their wants, and a paper which would note the doings of every one connected with our institution, irrespective of fraternity, that the University Courier was begun. It is essentially a local paper. It is not a rival of The Century or Harpers' or Littell's Living Age.
By referring to our columns it will be seen that it is used by both professors and students as a medium through which to express their thoughts on subjects pertaining to the University. Finally we would whisper in Mr. Wilder's ear that while small institutions like Harvard may not be able "to sustain even one magazine," the University of Kansas has proven its ability to support two papers in a most creditable manner.
The committees of the literary societies have as yet failed to procure an orator for June. The chances are that they will fool along until the last moment, when they will have to fall back on Rev. John Shoo-fly, of Podunk Creek. It seems to us that the committees aim altogether too high. There is not the faintest possibility that such men as Ingersoll, Blaine, Conkling, Phillips or Edmunds can be obtained, and it is only a waste of time and postage stamps to correspond with them. The societies had better choose a good speaker with moderate reputation and be done with it.
The two literary societies will elect representatives for the commencement week entertainment, on March 9th. Already the politicians are making up their tickets, forming their combinations and pledging their men. Everything gives promise of a long and warm campaign. While the people of the second district are all excited over the congressional fight, the boys of the University are bound not to be deprived of their fun.
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The State Oratorical Association will hold its first contest at Lawrence, April 18th. Owing to the difficulty of perfecting an organization, there has been a great delay in making final arrangements.
We venture the assertion that a larger proportion of the students who enter our University graduate than at any other institution in the west. The class of '84, which numbered fifty-nine members in its senior-prep year, will graduate twenty-four, or a little over two-fifths of its original membership.
Last Wednesday morning the first of the Freshmen ascended the chapel rostrum and spoke his little piece. In a few weeks the grades will be canvassed, the winners of the Courier prizes will be announced and the four happy victors will step up and receive the testimonials of their elocutionary ability.
The most startling society episode of the year,a sort of Pyramus and Thisbe'affair, occurred last week. Two well known students left their classes, entered a hack, drove to the probate judge's office and were pronounced man and wife; thus baffling the opposition of the bride's parents. This affair is worthy of most serious consideration.
The first striking feature is the fact that both were Sophomores. In view of this fact, the Faculty has taken measures by which to keep the Sophomores under a more strict surveillance. Hereafter, during the Zoology recitations, Prof. Dyche will be on guard with his dog and gun. It is needless for us to remark that Dyche is a sure shot. Courtney and his corps of assistants will watch the doors of Prof. Miller's room while the analytical geometry class is insession. It is thought that these, with various other precautions, will prevent any further outbreak of Sophomoric passion.
But what will be the effect of this event on the outside world? At the next meeting of the legislature the member from Pottawatomie county will add to his accusations against the University, the damning one that the students are possessed of the tender sentiments. Baker University will point to this affair as another evidence that our students are infidels. Emporia will show conclusively that this is a good reason why life certificates should not be granted our Normal graduates, since no lady who attended Emporia has ever been married. The Topeka Commonwealth will refer to this as a proof that communism and nihilism are taught at the University. The Lawrence Journal will show by uncontrovertable logic that this demonstrates clearly that the University building shouldn't have been located on Mt. Oread, since the friendship of this pair undoubtedly consumed in love while they were climbing the hill. In view of the late matrimonial experience of the Journal's senior editor, the article will be mildly drawn.
The probable consequences of a student marriage are indeed alarming. Had the guilty pair contemplated the results, they would have hesitated before taking the rash step. This places the University on the offensive. The students should hold a mass meeting at once and declare they did not connive at this heinous act of matrimony. The faculty should also place itself on record. We must meet our accusers with a bold front. We should point out that the groom has for five months been under his father-in-law's roof, and that the parents had ample opportunity to witness the growing affection. Neither of the contracting parties are longer students. All these facts should be given the public. As we said before, a student marriage is a serious thing and demands action. We cannot afford to remain silent.
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VIEWS
EDITOR VIEWS :
Perhaps a few thoughts on fraternity matters would not be out of place at this time, since so many of the fraternities have been peculiarly interested in recent sessions of the Faculty. Men from three representative brotherhoods have been "up" before the executive of K. S. U., charged, we understand, with neglect of studies. Now we do not call attention to these facts with a view of creating a feeling against any one who may have been honored by such a call, but simply to ask certain fraternity men whether or not such acts are a proof of the boasted "superiority" held by so many of the Greek world. We take it for granted that they must be, for so few of the "barbs" have taken such honors that one cannot help noticing the difference, a difference, of course, of superiority; they wore Greek pins, therefore it could not be a difference of inferiority on the part of the honored ones.
Pshaw! perhaps we misunderstood the remarks of those egotistic followers of Socrates! they might have meant a superior ability of their brothers to play "hooky." If so, we ask pardon for all we have said in favor of the fraternity boys, and ever hope that the "barbs," though inferior (?) in many ways, will never seek to become notorious by always having some one of their number at the secret sessions of the Faculty. Superior inability for work, superior ability to get poor lessons, what a "superiority." L. L.
EDITOR VIEWS :
I think it a disgraceful comment upon the taste of our students for so fine and cultured an entertainment as that given by Miss Helen Potter on Wednesday evening, to receive so little support at their hands, especially when the entertainment was for the financial good of one of their societies. The lack of interest manifested by students in student undertakings of this kind is attracting comment. "Nobody's Claim," "Princess Chuck," "The Old Forty Niner" and fourth class operas, receive more support from our students than do first class literary entertainments, and the proceeds of the former go for the support of the managers.
The committee from the Orophilian society reduced prices 25 per cent from regular, in order that no student could complain of them, and for that reason remain at home. And with what result? So few students, especially Orophilians, were present that one of the University officers remarked, "You would never know by the students present that this is under their management and for their good." This would have been excusable perhaps, if no assurance of a fine entertainment had been given by every one who had ever heard Miss Potter before. But thanks to the people of Lawrence and the few students who did attend, nothing was lost financially; yet 'tis strange that students do not work together in matters of this kind. It may be that the Oreads will soon furnish us with an entertainment equally as good as the one given Wednesday evening, and if they do, let us hope to see at least seventy-five students present. H,
QUERY.—Would it not be better for our "editor" to investigate boarding house matters a little more before he becomes indignant and squeals at Truth's statements?
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NORMAL.
THE SEVEN LAWS OF TEACHING.
1. Know thoroughly and familiarly whatever you would teach.
2. Gain and keep the attention of your pupils and excite their interest in the subject.
4. Begin with what is already known, and proceed to the unknown with easy and natural steps.
3. Use language which your pupils fully understand, and clearly explain every new word required.
5. Excite the self activities of the pupils and lead them to discover the truth for themselves.
6. Require pupils to re-state, fully and correctly, in their own language, and with their own proofs and illustrations, the truth taught them.
7. Review, review, review, carefully thoughtfully, repeatedly, with fresh consideration and thought.
These laws from one of our ablest instructors, underlie and control all successful teaching. Nothing need be added to them; nothing can be safely taken away. No one who thoroughly masters and uses them, need fail as a teacher, provided he will also maintain good order, which is required to give free and undisturbed action to these laws.
Every young teacher should have these laws thoroughly established as his guide, before he attempts to teach any school whatever.
A petition was circulated, and signed by most of the senior normals, and presented to the faculty asking to be excused from chapel exercises, for the last term. We hope the action of the faculty will be favorable to this movement; as nearly every normal has four studies until commencement of his last year.
On account of absence of the Chancellor from the city at the last meeting of the N. L. S., the continuation of his lecture, "The solar day as a measure of time," was postponed. The lecture will be continued at the next regular lecture day of the society.
We most heartily commend the action of the other societies in following the example of the Normalites in giving the "girls" a chance on the debates. The next step will be orations. Who will take the lead?
The long looked for and much talked of has arrived, and is at last located as a permanent factor of the N. L. S. Misses Pierson and Ashley, with Messrs. Cassad and Knowlin discourse sweet music to us.
The Normalites have decided to elect their June programme on Friday, February 15. As this will be an occasion of considerable interest, It would be well for those who are in arrears and wish to take part in the election to consult with the treasurer immediately
After thoroughly discussing the matter, the Normal Literary Society has come to the conclusion that they must have a printed constitution, and the last half of the next regular session will be devoted to arranging of both by-laws and constitution into a proper form for the printer. This is a move in the right direction, for it is what this organization has long needed.
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The splendid sunsets which have so vividly attracted the attention of men of science and of the general public were so remarkable and of so long a duration in the clear atmosphere of the Castilian tableland, where sunsets are usually dull, that they have not failed to impress observers with the notion that they were due to other causes than those of common atmospheric refraction and reflection.
When the phenomena had already lasted four or five days, I read Mr. Symons' letter, published in the Times of the 1st inst., and I thought that possibly evidence might be obtained towards the confirmation of this theory if the sediment of fresh fallen snow was thoroughly investigated; for if the dust of Krakatoa was really reflected in the higher regions of the atmosphere the sun's rays, some of it must necessarily be descending towards the earth.
Luckily, on the 7th of this month, and when the phenomenon was at its height, and had already lasted for about eight days, there was a fall of snow at Madrid, of which I naturally profited, submitting it to a thorough investigation, the result of which. I think, will throw some light on so remarkable a phenomenon.
The snow analyzed was obtained from what had fallen on some zinc plates before the exposed windows to the north of my house, which is situated at the extreme north end of the town, where there are no buildings facing it, and also from what my friend Dr. Francisco Quisoga gathered from the windows of his house, situated about a mile to the south-east of mine; and in both the same substances were found.
The snow yielded about a litre of water, which, when the sediment had collected, was decanted, and the solid part dried at a temperature below that of boiling water The dry powder was then tested for magnetism and it was found to be extremely magnetic. It was then incinerated on platinum foil to a bright red heat so as to destroy organic substances, and the remaining dust was then submitted to microscopical investigation. The greater part of it is made up of what probably is the natural dust of the atmosphere of Madrid; of particles of mica, generally brown, and similar to that of the Guadarrama range, and in various states of decomposition; splinters of quartz and felspar, the greater part of it orthoclase; some small fragments of tourmaline; magnetic iron, and fragments of diatoms. Besides these mineral substances, which may probably be traced to the rocks forming the vicinity of the capital, some others were found for the presence of which it is difficult to account. The most remarkable are small particles of a foliated mineral of a yellowish color, perceptibly dichroic, and which between crossed Nichols is extinguished when the cleavage traces are parallel to the principal section of the polarising Nichol; the interference colours being of bright blue, and red, and yellow colours. Treated by boiling hydrochloric acid for twenty minutes, not a trace of action was perceived. These characters are all referable to a rhombic pyroxene, and judging from its dichroism, this substance may be taken for a hypersthene, which has besides a most striking resemblance to volcanic hypersthene. In addition to this mineral,
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small particles are found which appear to be referable to common pyroxene of a yellowish colour, of active action in polarised light, and the extinction not taking place parallel to what seem to be the edges of the prism. Besides these minerals some corpuscles are found of hardly any action on polarised light, and sometimes full of globular concretions and other kinds of microliths, which, if seen in products of a volcanic region, I would not hesitate in considering of volcanic origin.
These are the principal substances which an investigation of the sediment of the snow which fell in Madrid on the 7th inst. have revealed, and though I am far from asserting that what appears to be foreign to the atmosphere of this part of the world should show these same substances floating in the atmosphere, there would be powerful reason for inferring that the gorgeous sunset of the past months have been brought about in consequence of that stupendous display of the volcanic forces of our globe.
It is already a remarkable coincidence that hypersthene should have been found both by MM. Daubree and Renard in their respective analysis of the ashes collected in the vicinity of Krakatoa.
JOSEPH MACPHERSON.
Madrid, December 22, 1883.
Mr. H. A. Cutler, printer of the University Courier, has placed in his office a Brayton Petroleum Engine. The first patent of this engine was issued several years ago, but only recently has it been put to practical use. The inventor has been engaged in improving his original for some time and at last has placed before the public almost a perfect little engine. A short time ago he placed it in the hands of a company, that will make a grand success of it.
The power is produced by the expansion of compressed air and vapor. Before the engine can be set in motion about forty
pounds of air has to be pumped into the air reservoir by hand, but after the reservoir is once filled, there will always be a sufficient amount of air in store to start the engine, unless from carelessness, the air is allowed to escape after the air pump stops.
The fuel is crude petroleum oil; this is pumped from a tank through a very small tube and saturates a wick placed in one end of the cylinder. The wick is ignited and a current of compressed air, which is passed in front of a diaphram, separating the wick from the main body of the cylinder, comes in contact with the blaze and is expanded. The vapor from the burning oil and the expanded air act in the same way that steam does in the cylinder of a steam engine; the only difference between the two being, the one is generated in the boiler the other in the cylinder itself.
The cylinder may be said to consist of two parts, the inner or cylinder proper and an outer covering with a space between the two through which cold water is pumped to prevent the heated air from heating the cylinder. About two barrels of water are necessary for running the engine ten hours, but none of the water is wasted and may be used over and over again. Almost the instant the oil is ignited the engine is going at the rate of 150 revolutions per minute, and in ten seconds it may attain a velocity of 300 revolutions per minute. No engineer is needed, for its governor attends to every thing necessary to keep its piston in motion. A two horse power engine (large enough to furnish power sufficient to run quite a large printing office) will consume three to four gallons in ten hours, running to its utmost capacity, at a cost of thirty-five to forty cents.
During the recent cold weather the center of the East River Bridge was, by the contraction of its metal, elevated three feet above its normal height.
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"The Poorness of the Poor" in the College Courier is a very well written article on the condition of the lower classes in the United States. The writer, however, rests his claim to attention in his appeal to the sympathies of his readers.
The following, clipped from the News Letter, was translated from the Greek paper published at Athens: The brilliant sunsets of last week and this are a extraordinary phenomena for a warm climate like ours, and resemble the Aurora Borealis of northern lands. Every evening we have had a flaming horizon and magnificent combinations of clouds. But of all these brilliant sunsets the most brilliant in our judgement was that of last Saturday; we have never seen anything more picturesque and imposing. The altar-like mass of the Acropolis and the summit of Philopapos formed a dark outline against a fiery horizon. Above them like a black curtain hung a sombre cloud, and through its clefts appeared the silver crescent of the moon. More appropriate scenery for the chorus of the Furies of Eschylos, we cannot imagine.
The Almo and San Jacinto Monthly is among our new exchanges. In form and color it might be mistaken for Ayer's almanac; but a glance at the contents would soon remove that idea. "A Congress of Nations" is well handled. Although the idea is on the frontiers of radicalism, yet the writer shows ability in his method of treating it.
We venture the assertion that ye local on ye Baldwin Index is not married but is engaged. In proof of our assertion we append extracts from two marriage notices.
No. (1.) So may wedded life open its love- locked doors, and as you gaze on a smiling world from its mystic light, may you see life in all its beauty. No. (2). May the rolling chariot—time, bear many joys and blessings in your path through life.
—A lecture delivered by Professor H. C. Adams before the Junior class at Ann Arbor, in which he defined his position on the future of the laboring class, excited much comment. "There is nothing sacred," says the professor, "about property,or our present idea of private possession of it." * *
"We have abundant right to lay our hands upon property and dispossess the owners thereof, whenever it shall be apparent that such a course shall be for the interest of the majority." This seems tinged with communism.
An article, "Justice Indispensable," in the Alabama Monthly, laments the fact that the South has no hearing in Northern journals. But very little investigation on the subject will show that it is true. The Democratic journals of the north too are busy looking after local quarrels, and too fearful lest they may frighten away their timid constituents in the north, to take up the great questions relating to the south, and discuss them in a statesmanlike way. Hence the people are kept in ignorance concerning the true political condition of the south. As long as this state of affairs remains there can be no hope to bring about a unity of feeling between the South and North, and the cry of fraud in election will be raised in the North against the South, and the bloody shirt cry will be raised on the eve of every election.
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PERSONAL.
'83 Helen Bay, is teaching at Fort Scott.
'81 Charles Scott, called at the University last week.
—Douglas Hamilton visited the University Thursday.
'83 O. D. Walker, visited the University last week.
—Miss Edith Webber visited the University last week.
'83 Ed. Meservey is studying law in St. Louis, Mo.
—Dewitt Bower went to Topeka last week to visit his father.
'82 C. C. Dart, is in Dallas, Texas, in the real estate business.
'83 S. W. Brewster, is practicing law at Thayer, Kansas.
—Alfred Tuse, of Leavenworth, has enrolled at the University.
—G. W. Robinson, a last year's student, was in town last week.
—Elzia Taylor, from Coffee county, has entered the University.
—Hon. Geo. R. Peck lectured to the Law class Wednesday morning.
'80 Will Raymond, is taking a course in civil engineering in St. Louis.
—Dr. Marvin left last week for Washington, on business.
—Miss Mamie Manley has returned to school, after a short illness.
—Geo. Lippincott, a cousin of the Chancellor, paid him a visit not long since.
—H. L. Call, C. F. Foley and Robt. Raukin are the latest additions to Beta Theta Pi.
'82 Miss Belle Parker, of the Normal department, was married to David L. Drake last week, at Erwin, Colorado.
—'83 Helen Bay, is teaching at Fort Scott.
'81 Charles Scott, called at the University last week.
—Douglas Hamilton visited the University Thursday.
'83 O. D. Walker, visited the University last week.
—Miss Edith Webber visited the University last week.
'83 Ed. Meservey is studying law in St. Louis, Mo.
—Dewitt Bower went to Topeka last week to visit his father.
—'82 C. C. Dart, is in Dallas, Texas, in the real estate business.
'83 S. W. Brewster, is practicing law at Thayer, Kansas.
Alfred Tuse, of Leavenworth, has enrolled at the University.
-G. W. Robinson, a last year's student was in town last week.
--Elzia Taylor, from Coffee county, has entered the University.
—Hon. Geo. R. Peck lectured to the Law class Wednesday morning.
—Dr. Marvin left last week for Washington, on business.
—'80 Will Raymond, is taking a course in civil engineering in St. Louis.
—Miss Mamie Manley has returned to school, after a short illness.
—Geo. Lippincott, a cousin of the Chancellor, paid him a visit not long since.
—H. L. Call, C. F. Foley and Robt. Raukin are the latest additions to Beta Theta Pi.
—'82 Miss Belle Parker, of the Normal department, was married to David L. Drake last week, at Erwin, Colorado.
Mouer, of Ohio, surprised his Beta brothers last week. He was present at the initiation of their latest victim.
—J. C. Shinn has withdrawn from the University, and returned to his home in Chanute, Kansas. He will return next year.
Miss Lillie Sherman left the city Monday for Quincy, Ill., where her home will be in future. Her many friends will miss her sadly.
—Douglas Hamilton, W. H. Johnson, W. Jenks and Geo. Metcalf, the Amphion Quartette, distinguished themselves at Miss Potter's reading.
—Ex-chancellor Marvin visited the University last Friday and addressed the students in chapel. All were very much pleased to see him.
Albert Moler, a student of several years ago, with his cousin, Mr. W. D. House, of the State University of Ohio, visited the University last Thursday.
—Prof. Snow excused his Zoology class Wednesday morning in order that he might hear the lecture to the Law class. He thinks seriously of becoming a lawyer himself.
Through the kindness of several Orophilians and I. C.'s, Miss Helen Potter was shown through the University Thursday morning. She expressed herself surprised with the advantages of our institution.
—In response to an invitation, L. H. Leach will address the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle at Independence, Mo., on Longfellow's memorial day. His subject is "The C. L. S. C. and the College."
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-C. Q.
—H. J. K.
—Next.
-Sigma Chi.
—Let's elope!
—The 22nd approachth.
-The Freshmen elocute.
—The Betas are booming.
—Oread politics are looming up.
—The mumps are still raging.
—Mulvane still goes to the skating rink.
—So does the fair and beautiful Miss ___.
The awful results of leap year are becoming apparent.
-It is time for the Senior Preps to begin on a class organization.
The Senior Normals will finish English Literature in ten weeks.
-A polo club has been organized, and will soon go into practice.
The checker players have organized a club to enjoy their favorite game.
The Orophilians expect their new piano this week. Dancing will be resumed.
-A club has been formed to learn the German. Prof.Carruth is not instructor.
—Was it a "scheme" that kept Bennett down town Friday afternoon? Ask Lindsey.
Prof. Arthur Canfield has charge of a beginning French class from eight to nine a'clock.
—Delinquents are jerked up before the faculty committee when they skip too many classes.
Dr. Marvin made a short speech in Friday's chapel, and was warmly greeted by his old pupils.
The Phi Kapps have the old Oread piano in their hall. Ta, ta, third hour dancing club.
Mrs. Hugh Richards, of Hermosillo Mexico, presented her I.C. sisters with a box of very fine oranges.
—It is said that when the Betas were about to take Rankin in, his heart failed him and he fled to Topeka.
—Hon. Geo. R. Peck addressed the Law students and those who were "free" first hour Wednesday, on "Jurisprudence."
The regents held an all-night session Tuesday evening discussing co-education in the light of recent experience.
The first year Normal German class will read "Rosenstengle's German reader." instead of "Jonathan Frock."
A former student of the K. S. U. recently took the highest honors at the Tennessee Medical College in Nashville.
—Prof. F. O. Marvin and L. H. Leach have been authorized by the Orophilians, to go to Kansas City to purchase their piano.
Miss Lollie Leach was suddenly called home Friday by a dispatch from her father. Her Kappa Gamma sisters will mourn her departure.
The faculty have refused to allow professors to pass students on their term work. A petition is in circulation to allow them this privilege.
The boys of the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity were very pleasantly surprised one day last week by receiving through the express office a large and mysterious looking box. On being opened it was found to contain two elegant cakes-one a chocolate and the other a fruit cake, sent by Miss Alice Bartell of Junction City.
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The Oread hall is now locked up with a Yale lock.
The Phi Kapps will entertain the Thetas Friday evening.
The Oread constitutions are printed and present a very neat appearance.
—Why is analytical Geometry so popular? Because there is a Theta in it!
The Orophilians elect their June program on the 29th. The Oreads follow one week later.
-Quite a number of our young lady students who are musically inclined are members of the Shubert club.
—We would like any one who has a good local or a new joke—not a pun—to hand them in to the editors.
The regents at their last meeting, appropriated quite a large amount to furnish the chemical laboratory.
The government system now in vogue is veay unpopular. Students greatly prefer the class officers.
It is announced regularly every Monday morning from the chapel rostrum, that Profs. Snow and Robinson's recitation rooms are the waiting rooms.
The Phi Kapps have been assisted in furnishing their hall by their young lady admirers. A handsome piano cover was the gift of Misses Pratt, Ridenour, Johnson and Thompson; a paper basket by Misses Oliver and Dow; a tidy for the president's chair by Miss Loveland.
The Oratorical Association of the University will hold its contest on the 22nd. The following are the contestants: Messrs. Leach, Foley, Call, Gates, McGee and Stocks. The state contest will be held in Lawrence, April 19th, and the following colleges will be represented: Emporia, Manhattan, Washburn. Baldwin, K. S. U. The inter-state contest will be held in May at Iowa City.
The appointments have been made for commencement day and are usually good. The selections were made solely upon the basis of merit, and they have, indeed, the "honor men" of the class. Each department will have three representatives instead of one, as heretofore. The addresses to the classes are abolished and the time thus given will be devoted to the extra orations. Those who thus finish up with the honors of the class are:
For the Modern Literature Department, Glen Miller, Kate Ridenour, Mary Gilmore.
For the Scientific Department, L. L. Dyche, F. A. Stocks, Cora Pierson.
For the Classical Department, Agnes Emery, Geo. Watson, Mary Miller.
The appointments for the Law and Normal Departments are yet to be made.
Miss Florence Finch, of '81, has been selected to deliver the Master's oration, with Scott Hopkins of '81 as alternate.
These representatives are all able writers and excellent speakers,and Commencement day of'84 will undoubtedly be one of the best.
For gent's furnishing goods, go to Bromelsick's.
For a nobby hat and a stylish cravat, go to Bromelsick's.
The appointments have been made for Commencement, and as the excitement is dying away, we would take this opportunity to remind the Preps that in time they will be Seniors, and that Bromelsick's is the place to buy their furnishing goods.
-In the present era of good feeling among the fraternities, would it not be a good thing to have a pan-Hellenic reception and cement more closely those who are striving for the same object by different paths?
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—Quite a stir was occasioned among the students, especially the Greeks, by the appearance of Kappa Kappa Gamma. For some time the existence of a chapter had been known, but the exact members were still a subject of conjecture among fraternities. So when ten handsome pins appeared Monday morning on ten of our fairest young ladies, the matter was finally established that Kappa Kappa Gamma had established another strong chapter. The young ladies who wear the key are, Misses Lillian Wiggs, Sallie Loveland, Rose Wagner, Mable Wemple, Mable Gore, Evelyn Smith, Eva Howe, Lollie Leach, Birdie Starr and Carrie Morris.
The society to which the new chapter, Omega, belongs, is the oldest of the ladies' fraternities. It has chapters in nearly all the prominent colleges, which admit ladies, in the country, and is steadily adding new links to the mystic chain. The pin is a key, emblemetical of the way they open the hearts of the sterner sex. The colors are navy blue and light blue. The chapter at the University of Kansas is undoubtedly a valuable addition to a strong order, and will have a successful future.
We wish to say a few words concerning the Lawrence Business College, and that not in the way of an ad. Few students in the University have any conception of this institution, which, while it has an entirely different scope from the University, yet it fills the same place in business education that our college does in the higher education of the West. The Lawrence Business College is not a humbug, as many so-called business colleges are, we are sorry to say. It does not offer to give a thorough business education in thirty, sixty or ninety days. It does not guarantee positions to its graduates. It does not promise easy examinations. It does not make money the price of its diplomas. It tells young men that if they will
attend the college, do thorough work and take the prescribed course, they are well prepared for the business world, and can easily secure positions without any college guarantee. Knowing little about the college and oaving a little leisnre time we casually dropped in the school the other day, What we saw was a genuine surprise. Four large rooms were completely filled with students all busily engaged in work. The most thorough discipline was maintained. Examinations of the books of the students showed as scientific, neat and accurate book-keeping as may be found in the office of the most particular merchant. Leaving the main building we visited the actual business department across the way. Those who are prone to consider this part of the business course mere innocent play will quickly undeceive themselves by a few minutes look into this department.
Messrs. Boor and McIlravy have had wonderful success with their school. The attendance this year is 100 per cent over that of last. Room after room has been added to the school until they now occupy the entire third story of the National Bank building, a large room in tho opera house block, and yet cannot supply the demand for room. Next fall they will have a new building of their own built with every facility for business work.
Our students should call and visit the Business College. Scarcely a person but hears inquiries at home as to which is the best place for taking a business course. Even if not personally interested in business education, it would often prove a favor to their friends if our university students were acquainted with this important field of education in Lawrence. Messrs. Boor and McIlravy will take great pleasure in showing visitors over their school. Situated as close as it is to the every day walk of our students, a visit would be a matter of both interest and profit.
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OROPHILIAN ENTERPRISE.
Under the auspices of the Orophilian literary society, the renowned reader, Miss Helen Potter, on her western trip, was secured to give a reading at the opera house Wednesday eve, the 6th inst.
Miss Potter to-day stands first before the American people as a lady reader, and perhaps excepting Mrs. Scott Siddons, excels any lady who ever appeared before American audiences. Her grand comprehensive conception powers, with a voice of wonderful compass, well cultivated with the faculty of recognizing the popular conceptions of mixed audiences of a reader and meeting them, will make her popular wherever she may appear.
A very representative audience heard her here, and added only testimonials the more to her success. Laboring under the misfortune of a cold, the first part of the program was affected thereby. The program was as follows:
Spinning Wheel.
Death of Old Squire.
Legend of Bregenz.
Old Couple Traveling.
Reading Class in a Country School.
Music—Instrumental—Prof. Lehman.
Court and Dying Scene of Queen Catherine of England
Music by Amphion Quartette.
"Melissa on Boys."
Music by Amphion Quartette.
Impersonation of John B. Gough in a Temperance Speech.
The Old Couple Traveling and Reading Class of first part of the program were realistic renditions. In the last, true to life were the score of urchins represented in their efforts in deciphering the beauties of "Gray's Elegy." But her grandest efforts were in the impersonation of Cushman and Gough. She certainly sustains Cushman as
a grand actress, at least, especially in the dying scene; and in fervor of eloquence, Gough as a lecturer.
The Amphion Quartette and Prof. Lehman excelled themselves. The quartette were enthusiastically encored on both appearances.
The Orophilian society is to be thanked for such a literary treat, and we are glad to know of its being a financial success.
I. C. RECEPTION TO BETA PHETA PI.
On the evening of the 1st inst. the home of Miss Clara Poehler was the scene of a very happy social gathering, the occasion being a reception and banquet tendered by the I. C. Sorosis to the members of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity. A pleasant and genuine surprise invariably adds to the enjoyment of an event of this nature. Such a surprise the young ladies had, with characteristic tact, prepared for their guests, whom they received in fancy costume. Though all their impersonations were excellent, some are deserving of special mention. Miss Gilmore, as Queen Elizabeth, assumed her role so royally that, had Raleigh himself been present, he would probably have sought the first opportunity to display his gallantry. The stately lady of old colonial days, represented by Miss Hubbard, participated with the keenest relish in most unpuritan-like amusements. Miss Miller, as the Empress Josephine, was the personification of regal dignity and grace, while the number of Aldens and Standishes shadowing Miss Hunsicker amply testified to the popularity of the "puritan maiden." Then there was the pretty milkmaid, to remind us of happy by-gone days when we were sent to drive home the cows and often caused the old folks to wonder why we were gone so long, when all the while, we two had stolen away to listen to the Gypsev's always portentous tale. A charming
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Gypsey she was too—Miss Jennie with her tambourine. Others paid their guests the delicate compliment of dressing exclusively in the Beta colors, while the historical dog," the protege of Miss Lida Romig, urged by her persusasive punches, gave vent to frequent and unmistakable demonstrations of joy. The banquet—well,
"To gild refined gold, to paint the lily. To throw a perfume on the violet, is wasteful and ridiculous excess."
The highest eucomium that can be bestowed upon the ladies whose liberality provided and whose bounty spread so tempting a feast, is to say that they fully sustained their previous reputation as entertainers. To eclipse it was impossible.
The time was agreeably spent in social intercourse; in quiet games; (the ladies having, with admirable forethought, provided the younger boys with tops) in making new acquaintances and strengthening old ones; in singing and keeping time to the music, heart and sole. Having crowded into a few hours more of real enjoyment than frequently falls to the students lot in months, the guests, at about 2 o'clock, reluctantly departed, thinking it the one happy time, gold tinted and fair, set out in broad relief against the sombre days of study.
BETA.
The question of whether we should have examinations or be allowed to pass on a term grade of 90 per cent was debated in the Orophilian Society Friday, and it was unanimously decided in favor of the 90 per cent system.
THE OREADS. The society is in a very prosperous condition, its meetings are well attended and interesting. The following officers were installed last Friday: President, P. R. Bennett; vice president, John Lindsey; secretary, Cyrus Crane; critic, H. R. Riggs. Readings were rendered by D. J. Dunn and Will Nevison, Miss Lida Jacke delivered a declamation. F. H. Smiley had an excellent oration on the Postal Telegraph System, and M. J. Keys an essay on Napoleon. An interesting debate was heard on the subject; Resolved:"That the Southern states had a right to secede." The affirmative was supported by Messrs. Keys and Ritchie, the negative by Messrs. Lindsey and Gilmore. The judges decided in favor of the affirmative. A good start was made towards the piano fund. The hall now presents a very attractive appearance and visitors will be cordially welcomed.
The Gradatim had a very successful meeting Saturday evening. This society is now firmly established, and provides for its members frequent evenings of great enjoyment.
The faculty have followed the example of the Gradatim, and are postponing the Tuesday night lectures.
-We read of a college paper which has been sued for $100,000 damages for libel. We are glad this is not the COURIER, as the dividends might fall a trifle.
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LAWRENCE BUSINESS COLLEGE, [ESTABLISHED 1869.]
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Winter Term Opens January 3rd.
COURSE OF STUDY.
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W. W. JOHNSON'S Barber Shop, South Mass. St.
VAIL & CHAPMAN Skating Rink,
IN FRAZER HALL.
Over Rushmer's Jewelry Store.
MRS. GIBBS & DAUGHTERS Invite old and new friends to inspect their fine stock of
PERSHELL'S RESTAURANT And Dining Room.
MILLINERY GOODS, Over Newmark's Store.
MILLARD & COOPER, Billiard Parlors
6O Massachusetts St.
Mrs. Gibbs is an experienced trimmer.
W. CRUM, Dealer in STOVES, TINWARE
Gas, Steam and Water Fitting, Roofing Guttering, Heavy Sheet Iron Work, Hose, Gas Pipe, Brass Goods. &c. Job Work promptly done.
180 Massachusetts Street LAWRENCE, KAN.
Kunkel & Rocklund, the Champion Tailors.
STUDENTS Buy Your Groceries OF ENDSLEY JONES.
C. L. EDWARDS,
DEALER IN
Hard and Soft Coals.
OFFICE 143 MASSACHUSETTS ST.
WM. E. YEAGER FLORIST,
No. 28 New Hampshire S.reet.
J, W. BEARD,
DEALER IN
Hardware, Stoves and Tinware.
LAWRENCE, KANSAS8.
C. S. DRESBACH, (Successor to A. FREDERICKSON.) Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats. SAUSAGE A SPECIALTY. 157 Massachusetts St., LAWRENCE, KAN
TEETH INTRACTED WITHOUT PAIN
By the use of VITALIZED AIR.
J.E. GEROULD,
DENT ST.
OVER TWENTY-ONE
YEARS EXPERIENCE.
All-
Work
War-
rant-
ed.
No. 618 Main Street.
KANSAS CITY, MO.
JOSEPH GILLOTT'S STEEL PENS
SOLD BY ALL DEALERSTHROUGHOUT THE WORLD GOLD MEDAL PARIS EXPOSITION÷1878.
STUDENTS, REMEMBER Latest Styles of Boots and Shoes AT BOYD'S. House's New Block.
CHAS. CHADWICK.
Insurance Agent,
77 Massachusetts Street.
STEELE & BELL. L. S. STEELE PETE BELL Attorneys, Real Estate, Loan and Insurance Agents. Office on Henry, west of Mass. St.
JOHN CHARLTON Fire and Tornado Insurance. Office over Leis' Drug Store.
DR. S. B. ANDERSON.
Office over Field and Evans' Store.
Patronage Solicited. Massachusetts Street.
JOHN PUNTON, M. D.,
Lawrence, Kan. Office in connection with'Dr. F.D. Morse, over Woodward's Drug Store.
V. C. MILLER, Physician and Surgeon. Office over A. Marks' Jewelry Store.
J. D. PATTERSON. DENTIST. Office over Woodward's Drug Store.
DR. F. H. WILSON,
DENTIST. First Class Work and Moderate Charges. 35 Massachusetts St., LAWRENCE, KAN.
THOS. BEAL. Stylish Rigs at Reasonable Rates, Stable on South Massachusetts St.
STUDENTS GO TO
J. M. & LUCY TAYLOR,
For First-class Dental Work Front rooms over Deichmann's.
LAWRENCE SKATING RINK In Mrs. McCullough's Block.
SAM WALKER
Will furnish Rigs at reasonable rates. Stable on North Massachusetts St.
PAT HAMLIN
Furnishes Fine Rigs at Student's Prices. Stable just East of Post Office.
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS.
THE HISTORY OF THE NURTURE MUSEUM.
DEPARTMENTS:
Collegiate, Preparatory, Musical, Law, Normal, Medicine, Civil Engineering
FACULTY:
JOSHUA A. LIPPINCOTT, A.M., D.D., President, Mental and Moral Philosophy.
FRANK H. SNOW, A.M., Ph. D., Natural History.
DAVID H. ROBINSON, A. M.. Latin Language and Literature.
EPHRAIM MILLER, A. M., S. Mathematics.
E. H. S. BAILEY, Ph. D., Chemistry, Mineralogy and Metallurgy.
JAMES H. CANFIELD, A.M., History and Political Science.
KATE STEPHENS, A. M., Greek Language and Literature.
FRANK O. MARVIN, A.M., Civil Engineering and Drawing.
EDWARD L. NICHOLS, Ph.D., Physics, Astronomy.
For General Information, address
P. J. WILLIAMS, A. M., D. D., Dean of Normal Department.
LEVERETT W. SPRING, A. B., English Literature, Rhetoric, Belles Lettres and Logic.
WILLIAM A. CARRUTH, A.M., German and French Languages and Literature.
ARTHUR G. CANFIELD, A.M., Instructor in German and French.
M. W. STERLING, A. B., Instructor in Latin and Greek.
L. L. DYCHE Assistant in Natural History.
W. B. BROWNELL, A. B., Elocution and English.
RICHARD A. LEHMAN,
Instructor in Music.
J.W.GREEN,
Dean of Law Department.
MARCUS SUMMERFIELD,
Instructor, Law Department.
W. C. SPANGLER.
J. HOUSE, The Popular Clothier!
Grand array of attractions in Men's, Youths', Boys', and Children's Clothing. New styles for Fall and Winter now ready for you. Absolute perfection in fabric, fit, and durability, guaranteed. You may be sure of the latest and best! You may count on the lowest prices. Come right now and get a quadruple bargain.
1st bargain. Best Style; 2nd bargain. Finest Fabric; 3rd bargain, Perfect Fit; 4th bargain, Lowest Prices.
J. HOUSE, - - - - - 79 Mass. St.
F W, JADICKE,
Manufacturer of and Dealer in
Guns, Rifles and Pistols,
Amunition, Fishing Tackle, Pocket Knives, &c
74 Massachusetts, St. LAWRENCE, KAN.
A WHITCOMB,
FLORIST. Corner Warren and Tennessee Streets LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
HENRY FUEL. Boot and Shoe Maker Repairing neatly done. Custom work made to order. Two doors West of the National Bank.
MOAK BROS. TEMPERANCE Billiard Parlors, 66 Massachusetts Street.
C. A. PEASE & SON, Dealers in all kinds of Fresh and Salt Meats, Fish and Oysters. Sole agents for Booth's Oysters. 140 Mass. Street.
Hamilton! Hamilton! Is Headquarters for anything in the line of Photography. STUDENTS, call and I will guarantee satisfaction. HAMILTON, - - Opposite "Round Corner" Drug Store.
WM. WIEDEMANN,
Manufacturer of Home-Made Candies.
And Dealer in Fine Confectionery, Fruits, Nuts, &c.
PURE ICE CREAM. MADE TO ORDER.
ESTABLISHED IN 1878.
CHARTERED IN 1882.
BEATTY
BEATTI
FAMOUS BEETHOVEN.
10 Sets Reeds, 27 Stops, Price $125 Largest Organ Establishment on the Globe. VISITORS ARE WELCOME. Address or Call upon the Manufacturer, Daniel F. Beatty, Washington, New Jersey
FULTON & TRUEBLOOD'S School of Elocution and Oratory
KANSAS CITY, MO.
COURSES OF STUDY.—Elocution, Rhetoric, Shakespeare Normal Methods, Oratory and Orators.
SESSIONS.—Fall Term opens October 10th; closes December 22nd. Winter Term opens January 2nd ; closes March 16th. Spring Term opens March 20th; closes June 1st. Commencement, June 20th.
THE SUMMER TERM, designed especially for college students and teachers, opens June 5th, and continues seven weeks.
CLASSES IN LAWRENCE.—In continuation of the elocutionary work in Lawrence for the past three months, new classes will be formed January 24th, for a term of thirty lessons, two lessons per week. Apply at Y.M.C.A. rooms Wednesdays and Thursdays of each week.
For catalogue giving full information as to methods, terms, etc., address
FULTON & TRUEBLOOD. 11th and Main Sts., Kansas City, Mo.
HUSTON & PEAIRS.
DEALERS IN
Fresh and Salt Meats. FISH AND POULTRY. 181 Massachusetts St.
STUDENTS BOARDING CLUBS ATTENTION!
STAR MEAT MARKET.
Fresh Meat, Poultry, Fish, Game, Butter and Eggs always on hand. Give us a call. South Massachusetts Street.
SKATING RINK!
Frank Cosley has just completed the largest and best Skating Rink in the city Students remember that it is located
South of the Baptist Church.
FRANK COSLEY, Proprietor.
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STUDENTS ATTENTION!
You will always find the newest and largest assortment of Millinery and Fancy Goods At MISSES A. & C. MUGLER, No. 113 Massachusetts Street.
FALL.
PIANOS & ORGANS.
OPERA HAMMER CITY
W. W. LAPHAM.
717 MAIN ST.,
Kansas City,
The Best Goods!
Decker Bros..
Mathushek.
Story & Camp.
Western Agent for t
Send for Catalogue.
MISSOURI.
The Lowest Prices!
Estey,
Story & Camp, Organs.
Western Agent for the Dentaphone for the Deaf. Send for Catalogue.
METTNER,
-THE PHOTOGRAPHER- 79 Massachusetts Street. THE STUDENT'S POPULAR ARTIST.
W. M. CULBERTSON, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in
Hard Coal, Soft Coal,
PIEDMONT SMITHING COAL,
Office 110 Massachusetts St.
C. M. STONE & CO.,
Dealers in Hard and Soft Coal. Office No. 160 Massachusetts Street. WITH BUTLER & ALEXANDER.
PALMER & GRIFFIN Dealers in Coal and Wood, Office 1st door south of M. E. Church.
Turkish Bath! Reduced Rates to Students. Opposite Lawrence House.
1883.
TEMPLE OF FASHION
THE FINEST SUITS IN KANSAS
ARE MADE BY
McCONNELL
THE TAILOR.
63 Massachusetts Street.
THE POPULAR BARBERS JOHNSON & MURPHY,
Opposite Mason's Shoe Store.
[Established 1870]
CONOVER BROTHERS.
OCTOBER 1834.
618 Main St.,
KANSAS CITY.
MANUFACTURERS OF FIRST CLASS UPRIGHT and SQUARE PIANOS.
Publishers of Music and Music Books. Jobbers in Musical Merchandise.
General Agents for "Steinway & Sons" and "J. & C. Fischer." Pianos. "Geo. Woods & Co." "Burdett," and "Shoninger" Organs.
235 E. 21st St.
NEW YORK
C. W. STRAFFON, Prescription Druggist.
WHY THIS RUSH INTO OUR STORE?
I
BECAUSE
The people say our establishment is one of the handsomest and best lighted in the West.
BECAUSE
Our Assortment is the largest.
Our Styles the latest.
Our Fabrics the best.
Our Prices the lowest.
BECAUSE
BECAUSE
We pay particular attention to the cut, make and trimming of every garment that enters our House.
By strictly square dealing and liberality we are deserving their patronage.
For Clothing and Furnishing Always go to
STEINBERG, THE KING CLOTHIER.
FEBRUARY 27.
Fortnight...PAGE 221
February.—Selected...223
A Conflict...223
An Evening on the Elbe ...226
Ships at Sea...227
Editorial...228
Views...230
Scientific...231
Swaps...233
Personal...234
Corridors...225
H. A. CUTLER, PRINTER, LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
For Nobby HATS and TIES go to NEWMARK'S.
S. T. FIELD & CO.,
(Successors to S. T. FIELD.)
Bookseller and Stationer,
99 Massachusetts Street.
Would respectfully call the attention of STUDENTS to his very large and complete stock of
UNIVERSITY TEXT BOOKS
STATIONERY SUPPLIES,
AND ARTISTS' MATERIALS,
Which he offers at the lowest living prices. The paper for the COURIER is furnished by S. T. FIELD & CO.
THE FOLKLOREMATION
DR. GILLESPIE The Painless Dentist By the use of "Vitalized Air."
"Vitalized Air" is composed of the life giving elements of atmospheric air, viz: Nitrogen and Oxygen and is generated by forcing "Nitrous Oxide" through two hundred pounds of water which is contained in this apparatus, and the element of Hydrogen contained therein absorbs all its deleterious properties. Thus accumulates in a vacuum above the water the "Vitalized Air," which numbs the nerves of feeling and produces a harmless trancient local anaesthetic, and agrees with all constitutions. It is acknowledged by eminent scientists to be the only safe and harmless agent of an anaesthetic nature known. From one to thirty-two teeth can be extracted at one sitting, and in three minutes thereafter the patient cannot tell by its effects that they have taken anything. So far superior is it to gas, chloroform, or ether. It is endorsed by physicians and patients to be "The one thing needful."
Please call at rooms and see for yourself. All are welcome. Natural teeth saved, cleaned and filled in the most excellent manner. Fine gold filling a specialty. Artificial teeth inserted on all the different bases now in use by the profession, in the most scientific manner. All work strictly warranted, and charges as reasonable as first-class work will permit. Remember I have the only "Vitalized Air" Hurd apparatus in the state.
J. B. GILLESPIE, Painless Dentist,
No. 9 Massachusetts St., Strong's New Block, North National Bank LAWRENCE,$ KANSAS.
The University Courier.
Vol. II.——FEBRUARY 27,1884·——No.12.
THE FORTNIGHT.
Often it seems that the classical student has one advantage over those pursuing any other course. This is the acquaintance that he gains with some noble pieces of antique literature. Perhaps those who arranged our course of study builted better than they knew, when they placed first in the Latin course Cicero's immortal essay on Friendship. It seems well that the student entering college, where so many, and some very lasting friendships are formed, should at the first read this most admirable dialogue.
Then, at the same time, he reads Xenophon's report of some of Socrates' opinions on friendship, the sayings from which Cicero drew a large part of his essay. But this discovery does no harm, when he compares the grace and eloquence of the Roman with the unstudied directness of the Hellene. To find reversed, in this case, those qualities of literary style that he has from common report been accustomed to associate with each nation, may stimulate him to more original investigation. But at least, if he has any powers of reflection whatever, he will gain from these two books some good and noble deas about friendship.
The modern college is in every respect, save the commercial one, a little world in itself. There are the same bitter strifes and jealousies, the same treacheries and meanesses, the same warm friendships, the same need of honor, faithfulness to friends and magnanimity to enemies. Here, as in the world without, is it felt that a man has need of friends. We may suppose this to be the fraternity idea, and so long as they cherish a just and true friendship, they are good. But when they convert friendship into a blind obedience to some leader, or use their united strength and influence for unworthy purposes, they are most injurious. It is better to look on the other side. There is no more pleasing and noble sight than the just and worthy attachment of young men to each other. Our classical student especially learns this when he reads the story of Achilles and Patroclus. The youths of Hellas took the friendship of these two heroes for their model. May the young American learn from them the worth of noble friendship, the value of friends who are faithful, just and always "in honor preferring one another."
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Despite the remonstrances of the faculty the number of students frequenting the "Academy of Science" is about as large as ever. The greatest check to this form of dissipation seems to be the financial embarrassment of the participants. It takes money to play and the frequent demands on the paternal purse are not always complied with as readily as is desired. The excuse that it costs so much for books soon gets old, and the unfortunate Junior, as well as the unsophisticated prep must sit and gaze on the rolling balls propelled by other hands. It certainly is an evil which should be curtailed by some means or other. Students can not afford to spend either the time or money necessary to become good billiard players. The air and influence of a billiard hall are both bad and no one can frequent such places without both moral and physical injury. "X"
We wish to keep hammering away on the matter of the song and shout mentioned in our last issue. No doubt it will take about a year for the students to get worked up on the question. Two prominent professors hape given us their opinions that more college spirit is a desirable thing, and that to this end we need a good, resounding cheer, and some college songs. Perhaps some say that we come to college for more serious purposes than to sing songs and shout, that we do enough yelling on Hallowe'en. But why not have a little amusement mixed up with our seriousness?
It is to be hoped that the Sophmores will cremate Zoology at the end of the session. The general feeling of disgust with that study should have an outlet somewhere. In this University the sciences are given much more time than they deserve, much more than the ordinary student desires, or needs
to give them. In the Freshman and Sophomore years every student muat devote one hour each day for sixty weeks, in the classroom, or laboraory, to three sciences. In addition to this is the five hours each week for twenty weeks required in Chemistry. Add to this the great amount of time used in naking collections, and we can safely say that fully one half of the student's working time in these two years is given to these three sciences.
Now for the specialist, this amount, of course, is almost nothing. But for the regular student it is entirely too much. He has far more need of the general culture of languages and literature, than to know the yard-long-tailed names of a Zoological classification, or the chemical symbols of sixty or seventy substances. It is better for him to read the great authors than to chase bugs over the sunny Kansas prairies. The writer knows from personal experience that it is impossible to do both well. Either the sciences will be slighted or languages and reading will be neglected. We do not pretend to be any more stupid than others, but man's life is but three score and ten, and most human beings require a certain amount of sleep every twenty-four hours. So we are most emphatically in favor of cutting down the time required for sciences in this University. A change is in the interest both of general culture and practical education.
We have but once indulged in personalities in this department, and we do not intend to do so now, no matter what attacks are made upon us by the other editors or their tools. But certain members of Oread, notably two Seniors, had better calm down, or facts not to their advantage may be revealed.
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LITERARY.
FEBRUARY.
- SELECTED.
Now, who would guess, in this wild dull sleet. That blossoms were waking under our feet? Or who would dream, in such storms as these. That life was astir in the heart of the trees?
Would any one think, do you suppose,
Those brown stocks would ever produce a rose-
Blown and fretted, tossed to and fro,
Crusted with ice, and whitened by snow?
Blank and bare is the meadow side; Dreary the woods, the distance wide: Yet the looms of God, unheard, unseen Are weaving their draperies of green.
The tender Mayflower waits His command. The violet purple he holds in His hand. Thousands of servants are working His will In the underground space vast and still.
Fiercer and louder the wild winds blow:
But we who are in the secret know
That short is the time of their savage power...
The sun comes nearer hour by hour.
And what of the heart that is beaten and tossed.
Chilled by sorrow till hope is lost;
Can there be life in the frozen earth,
And for human heart no summer birth?
Is there a sun for the elm and rose.
Shining and winning till life overflows.
While the soul lies desolate, waiting in rain.
With no power in the heaven to loosen ita chain.
A CONFLICT.
A conflict of studies is no new thing in the history of higher education. It is no new thing to hear science lauded to the skies, and the classics consigned to the dead. It is no new thing to hear men say that every branch of knowledge that does
not lead directly into the paths of the useful, must be condemned as so much worthless matter. Every intelligent man must acknowledge that in considering the claims that are made by the leaders of the various modes of education and systems of study,
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the end to be reached must not be overlooked. If a young man proposes for himself a life devoted to the service of the state, to literature, science or art; to medicine, theology or law; to poetry, printing or music; to agriculture, engineering or trade; it is very clear that the system of training necessary to make him a suitable person to shape the destiny of his country must, in its higher lines be different from that which would make him an engineer, scientist, artist, theologian or lawyer. It is true that in a republic, a solid foundation in the principles of social, political and historical science should be required of all, whatever the system that leads to such an acquisition may be. It is just as true that an engineer is the better for being a good mathematician; the geologist for being an expert in botany and natural history; the literary man for his thorough acquaintance not only with the best productions of his mother tongue, but also with the modern and ancient classics. To secure such results, however, there are many who would begin and end on a line that would have no connection with the universe of knowledge that touches it at every point. It seems to me, that this one-sidedness of some so-called scientists, if permitted to regulate the educational work of the present age, and to expunge wha they deem useless and dead, would soon blot out more than one half of the best influences that now go so far to render life worth living
There are, of course, serious objections to many of the systems of education now in vogue, attributable, some of them, to the innate stupidity of the men who control them; some, to the unbounded egotism of others whose ways are the only ways, and whose thoughts are the only ones of any worth; some, to the force of tradition, holding on to what has been handed down from generation to generation, and some to the
radicals even, who would destroy everything old, simply for the sake of change. But there is in all of them an amount of the true and the substantial large enough to furnish a basis upon which all may harmonize.
The excessive cultivation of one department of knowledge to the exclusion of others, even before any adequate development of thinking power has been wrought, is one of the great evils of modern systems. There is great danger of shutting out the young from any general course of training, and of permitting and fostering the selections of a special subject which fancy may prefer, or to which there may be the least dislike. Is not a contrary system to be preferred? Is not a broad scheme of study, drawn up only after mature deliberation, which all who propose special lines of work must first pass over creditably, before entering the field of selected labor, the better course in practice? That course of training popularized by the term "special," often seems to present a mean, mercenary appearance. Not only the means of study, but even honors, emoluments, and prizes must, be bestowed in order that the young may be enticed thereby. Not only must they be allowed to study what they please, but a delicate bribe must reward them, and those who are to guide them in instruction, must appreciate and value them and their specialty according to their standard. Can any one, whose judgment is worth anything, deny that the classics and the mathematics are of the greatest importance, because of the accuracy of thought, the cogency and logical force of the reasoning faculty, the definiteness that consequently attaches to all subsequent work, and the infinitely superior preparation for entering upon every kind of original investigation, all of which beyond successful contradiction, are direct results of a thorough course of training in those two standard departments of knowledge? Suppose
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that a general course of study, such as is recognized and accepted by the best institutions of learning, be universally adopted, and that all students be required to pass that before specializing be allowed, is there, can there be a doubt, that such a preparation would be incomparably better for those who propose to become experts in philosophy, science or art, than the narrow and shallow scheme that is so flippantly heralded abroad now-a-days? The geologist, the chemist, the real scientist, would have his working capacity augmented a hundred fold. There would be less occasion to reject theories once promulgated as fixed verities, and that a new so-called experiment be started on another track.
Beyond a doubt, the exact sciences are of the utmost importance in shaping and influencing all scientific development, by clearness of thought, and by the irresistible logic and force that would then characterize every form of sound reasoning. The celebrated geologist, Professor Sedgwick, of England, is an example of what training in an exact science before devotion to studies of a more popular kind, will do for a man who has a good foundation laid. It is said of him, that "pressed in early life through a strict course of study, he found himself stronger by that training than most of his fellow geologists, but never made them feel his superiority." In his case a two-fold effect was produced—the professor became a better scientist in his chosen field, and the scientist was a truer man.
Now, it is not necessary to become a chemist, that the entire range of mathematics should be mastered, or that all of the writers from Homer to the overthrow of the old Roman Empire be treasured in the memory, or the speculations of all the philosophers from Aristotle down. Will not so
much of all subjects as are usually required in a four year's course, if thoroughly digested, make a better chemist, as well as a stronger one? No doubt of it. But it is objected on the other hand that life is too short in this age of bustling activity, to waste it upon pursuits that are not directly useful in furnishing the means of living. Is life lengthened by the omission of fundamental elements in knowledge, and by a grand rush and hurly-burly for the ways and means of the practical? Again, is it not possible that soundness and strength of mind and character, and real and substantial enjoyment and progress in all that goes towards making the totality of life a rounded, successful, and complete one, are too often swallowed up in the blind rush that those hot-headed zealots who call themselves specialists, would precipitate?
In the swift flight of over twenty centuries, knowledge increased, and in that increase its momentum was wonderfully accelerated, until now it is not a matter for astonishment that the arts and sciences and their ponderous appliances are multiplying os rapidly. The wonder rather would be if such were not the case. Let the iconoclasts demonstrate beyond cavil or doubt that the extinction of at least one half of the world's store of knowledge will result in blessing and only blessing, that science itself is the only thing needful, meeting all the demands and cravings of the human mind, before laying claim to be sole proprietors of truth. Let them remember that the men who dug and delved for the hidden treasures of knowledge, through so many centuries, were the same men who made it possible for the scientist to produce the splendid results that are now visible everywhere.
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AN EVENING ON THE ELBE.
AN EVENING ON THE ELBE.
The German face is, on the whole, a much happier face than the American; at least it seems so to me. There, rich and poor alike bear fewer evidences of corroding care and disappointment. One reason for this is that the German is not above cultivating the art of enjoyment; and his enjoyment is of a more rational kind than that of the Americans. The German has the power to throw off the cares of business and take a turn at real and restful play. A very short stay in Germany will teach you this. Enjoyment is as much a part of life as business. Simple, inexpensive pleasures are everywhere provided for. Take the one pleasure of music; not a city in Germany, large or small, is without its concert garden; and in these gardens or halls, or what you please to call them, one may hear good music the year round for what seems to an American a ridiculously small sum. Let me describe one of these places in Dresden.
At sometime in the history of the city a certain Prince arranged a pleasure ground for himself in the following way: on the south side of the Elbe river, which divides the present city into Old and New, he threw up, close to the water's edge, a large embankment or terrace. It was, perhaps, 150 feet wide and a quarter of a mile long This terrace he ornamented and planted according to his royal taste; and he erected buildings upon it; and at the west end he arranged five wide steps leading up, and at the four corners, gilt statues of Day and Night, Morning and Evening. Fine buildings across the river and higher up on both sides, a handsome stone bridge not far to the west, and to the north and east several imposing castles, add to the beauty of the view from this terrace.
This place is now devoted to public amusement; and here I am sitting to-night; and if you care to read it, I will describe
what I see and hear. Seated at little tables all about me are people who, I am told, are of the "best" of Dresden. Family groups are not infrequent; the benevolent looking gray-haired old father, the homely but very motherly mother, the children, three or four. They have their evening meal before them; meat and swartz Brod and beer.
The eldest boy, fifteen years old, and the father, will presently have their cigars. The younger son, about twelve, I judge, has just expressed his opinion of the last number of the musical program, something by Von Weber. His words show a keen appreciation and there is some comment on it by the elders. Here and there is an American group, which you distinguish by superior dress, by a restlessness of face and movement, by inattention and noisiness during musical renderings. Yonder is a capital specimen of your tall, blonde, vigorous Englishman; and the vivacity and grace of manner of those two beyond, unmistakably belong to France. One doesn't often meet French, however.
Although considerable beer and wine is drunk all the while, it will be orderly and quiet here as long as you are pleased to stay—much more decently quiet and enjoyable it is, than many church socials in America—much less expensive and more Christianly pleasant. The orchestra that I listen to is good even for this country of orchestras; the music given is the best Wagner, Mendelssohn, Beethoven and Chopin.
And so, here I sit lulled by a thousand pleasing fancies, "melting down the hours" in restful dreamings wrought of deepening twilight, blue, fading hills, twinkling lights and shining stars, the murmuring river, sighing breeze, and the ever sadder and sweeter aspirations of Schubert's Serenade.
J. W. GLEED.
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SHIPS AT SEA.
"Whether of high or low degree. All men and women have ships at sea."
The future, whose secrets no man knoweth nor can know, seems, on account of this very fact, to possess a peculiar attraction for us all, and to furnish fancy ample material with which to build many an air-castle. Many are the plans we make to be perfected in the bright to be. There are our most fondly cherished ambitions to be realized: there are our idle fancies to become sober realities. Seeing and recognizing this propensity of man, time has been compared to an ocean, of which the hopes and aspirations of humanity are the ships at sea.
On the shore of this great ocean, limitless and vast, whose boundaries the imagination of man has never yet traced, youth and age meet on a common plane—the golden-haired child and the old man upon whose head have fallen the snows of many winters.
Although the brow of the latter may have become furrowed as the years have rolled by, and his eyes grown dim while watching for his earthly all, still hope like some guiding star ever points to the unpossessed. Although perchance the past may be strewn with wrecks, bright hopes that have been blighted, dreams that have faded in air, joyous days that have ended in sorrow, still he trusts that better things are in store. His memory sifts from the past all its pain and unpleasantness, and suffers only its beauties to remain.
What words can fitly describe the expectations of youth? What painter, be he ever so skillful, can paint them? Beautiful indeed would be the picture, though sad might be the reality. The sunset glow has fallen upon the aged man, shedding a soft halo over the present, covering the mistakes of the past, giving promise of a wonderful sunrise in another land. All the glory of morning is with youth, visions of wealth and fame
and power, hope as high as the sun in the heavens, generous impulses, untried faith in humanity.
Yes, young and old have ships at sea differently freighted it is true, for with the advance of age come larger aims and ambitions. Each along the golden sands of time listening to the waves' eternal obb and flow, with feelings of mingled hope and fear, gazes out upon the vast expanse, alike eager to catch a glimpse of a snowy sail. Each anxiously watches every wind that blows, hoping to see his gallant bark come sailing majestically home, although long it may have voyaged.
Often their dreams seem about to be realized, their ships seem almost home when some wave of misfortune, hitherto unseen, strikes it, drives it from its course and it is "lost at sea." Ah, how many such wrecks there are in life! How many ships bearing most precious burdens, go down at sea. How often is eager anticipation followed by blank depression and dismay.
On the other hand, how frequently the ship, which has seemingly made the voyage successfully, for all are not lost at sea, does not bring to port the burden which is anxiously waited for; how frequently does the realization of some cherished hope or plan fail to equal our extravagant expectations. Many times has some much coveted object when at length obtained, proved to he unworthy the trouble taken to obtain it. Be this as it may, human nature is too weak to see it in this philosophic light. We all dislike to see our attempts end in failure, our ships wrecked and stranded.
But are not we ourselves responsible for shipwrecked ships, our own and our friends? Should not we like good merchantmen take every precaution that our ship is sea-worthy that ours is a cargo useful, valuable, and one that can stand the perils of the sea, that our ship is guided by high principles and good impulses? S.M.E.
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EDITORIAL
UNIVERSITY COURIER.
A SEMI-MONTHLY PUBLICATION DEVOTED TO THE BEST INTERESTS OF
THE STUDENTS
OF
THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS.
EDITORS
PERLER R. BENNETT, '86. Fortnight.
AGNER EMERY, '84. Literary.
H. F. GRAHAM, '86.
GLEN MILLER, '84. Editorial.
J. B. LIPPINGCOTT, '85. Scientific.
G. M. WALKER, '85.
E. E. RITCHIE, '86. Views.
CHAS METCALFE, '86. Normel.
J. E. CURRY, '86. Swaps.
NETTIE BROWN, '86. Personal.
W. Y. MORGAN, '85.
NETTIE HUBBARD, '85. The Corridors.
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All communications for the Courtian should be addressed to the managers.
Subscribers will be continued on the list till ordered off.
TERMS.—$1.25 per annum. A discount of 25 cents will be given if paid before January first.
Entered at Lawrence Post Office as second class matter.
THE ORATORICAL ASSOCIATION.
The oratorical slip, after many vexatious delays, has been fairly launched. Whether it will have a pleasant and prosperous voyage, or will be broken upon the rocks of jealousy and failure, remains to be seen. If the true spirit shows itself throughout, much good can be accomplished by the association. It will cultivate a greater interest in elocution - something our University greatly needs. It will acquaint the various colleges with each other, thus removing much prejudice that now exists. Lastly, and most important of all, it will call the attention of the people to the higher institutions of learning over the state.
the only ones who have personally appeared before the students. The other four are from the Senior Law class. Whether there is anything peculiarly fitting for this position about a Junior Collegiate or a Junior Law, we cannot say. The question at once arises, would it have proved fatal had there been a Junior Collegiate and a Senior Law on the program. But perhaps the latler were too bashful.
The representation in our first local contest is something of an odd one. The two representatives from the Senior class are
Again we are sorry that some lady did not enter the lists. This is a co-educational institution. Two hundred and fifty ladies belong to the University. Barring "Truth's" statement that "'they are often careless and extravagant, are a little 'out of sorts,' their appetites capricious, and in a hundred ways they are trespassing on the tim, patience and convenience of others"' barring these malicious imaginations we say, our girls are fully the equals of the boys. In elocutionary ability they are superior. Haven't they carried away the majority of the June prizes? Had the girls joined in the contest, we feel sure Kansas would have won the international medal for 1884.
The State contest will be held in Chapel hall, April 18th. Then we will shake hands with our religious friends from Baker, our pedagogical brothers of Emporia,our Christian neighbors from Washburn and ye classical representatives of Ottawa. We would like to see each of these college men take the state honor, but as they can't all have it, in the interest of peace and harmony among the rest, we are willing to take the burden upon ourselves and send a Lawrence man to Iowa City. Wait till April 18th.
Dont think the X you see at the head of the columns means that we have placed you on the exchange list. It signifies that your subscription to the great semi-monthly religious magazine is unpaid and the managers want to see you.
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A DANGEROUS ARTICLE.
A recent leader in the Reviews department of the Kansas Review, regarding "Sectional Animosity," would not merit notice were there not danger that it might be taken by the state press as representative of student feeling here. A more contemptible piece of servility to southern barbarity than that shown by the article in question, could not be found. There are not half a dozen students who will subscribe to such snivelling sentiments. The editor of "Reviews" places the lynching of the negro cut-throats in Lawrence last summer side by side with the Ku-Kluxism of the South. A happier illustration of the utter dough-faceism of the writer's position could not be given. The people of Lawrence, seeing that the state laws are not sufficient for the protection of citizens, take the midnight assassins from the jail and mete out justice to them. On the contrary, the citizens of Copiah County, Mississippi, meet in public assembly and unanimously applaud the murderer of Matthews, who was shot in cold-blood for the sole act of presenting his ballot at the poles; drive the family of the victim from their home; and flaunt the execrable act aloft to the nation as a warning to any who may dare to vote independently in the South. At Danville, Virginia, a band of colored men were attacked, beaten, whipped and shot for exercising their right of franchise—a right which the nation claims to guarantee every citizen. To publish these outrages, the Review writer says, is "to stir up sectional hatred" and "should be deprecated by those who have the welfare of the country at heart". We are glad that such maudlin sentiments are despised by the great mass of our students. Were they not, we should fear for the life of the University.
student elopement, a young lady writes to ask how long it is proper to wait after leaving college before getting married. All inquiries of this kind should be addressed to our business managers with stamp enclosed.
Apropos of our remarks on the recent
COLLEGE SPIRIT.
We heartily agree with the correspondent in our last number in regard to the neglect of students in patronizing college affairs. This indifference to University matters is shown not only in those entertainments for which students are asked to pay a pittance, also in those which the management has provided without charge for their benefit. Our chapel lecturers have never been greeted with large audiences. This lack of interest was still more fully evidenced on National day. The programme prepared by the faculty was made up of the best speakers in the University and the exercises proved among the finest ever given from our rostrum. A full orchestra had been procured for the occasion. Every class had representatives on the stage. In addition to this, and in order that there might be no excuse for absence, the faculty made the day a holiday. Yet notwithstanding all this, a very large number of our students would not take the trouble to climb Mt. Oread. The same thing was also true of the attendance at the oratorical contest in the evening. Surely there ought to be among students enough college enthusiasm, patriotism and regard for fellow classmen, even if there is no appreciation of the exercises, to induce every one to be on hand at all entertainments under the auspices of the University.
Again the attention of the country is called to Kansas by the campaign in the Second District. The result will have great influence in shaping the platforms of both parties, as it will largely determine the position of the West on the tariff question.
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VIEWS.
VIEWS
EDITOR VIEWS:
A letter recently appeared in the Phi Kappa Psi Shield, from the chapter at this place, in which a student of high standing and ability is alluded to as being a "poor specimen."
The fact that this was published where it was highly improbable that the injured person would ever see it, and that he would be wholly unable to reply, renders this misrepresentation all the more contemptible. No doubt the correspondent has ample right to bear a grudge toward this "poor specimen,' but to vent his malice in this despicable, back-biting manner, is mean and low. The author of the lie may rest assured that his kind advertisement will be duly appreciated by the friends of the "poor specimen,' as well as by all others possessed of common sense. "D."
The "unpleasantness" in the Oread society was but a natural outcome of the bitter partisan politics which has engrossed the entire attention of that organization during the year. Wherever responsibility may rightfully belong, the cold and barren fact remains that the society aforesaid throughout the year has been the scene of political machinations which would disgrace an ordinary ward caucus. Literary work has been ignored in the disgusting scramble for position, and in the distribution of honors merit has cut absolutely no figure at all. A single faction has dictated in all elections, because of its own impudence and the cowardice of all other parties. If third parties ever exercise a beneficial influence it is surely not in this instance. The balance of power held by a third party among the Oreads has driven the fraternities, in their
anxiety to obtain its support, to extremities of prostration, in which most of their members as individuals, would disdain to be guilty. It seems to be generally conceded that so much disreputable scheming and bargaining was never before known so far back as the memory of man can run. As stated in the beginning, all legitimate society work has been swallowed up in the "dirty pool of politics," and it is safe to add that never before in society elections was fitness so universally snubbed by personal interest and personal malice; and the products of some elections have been wonderful to behold. The demoralizing effect of the political maneuvering which has kept the society busy to the exclusion of everything else, is seen in the frivolities which characterize the ordinary routine of business. The most common transaction of business cannot be carried on without a rehash of almanac jokes, and a parliamentary exercise from which little benefit is derived, judging from some recent exploits of occupants of the chair. How long the present state of affairs will continue can only be conjectured; but it is a self evident truth that proceedings which have driven from the society many of its best members, tends towards its inevitable dissolution, and unless a reform is soon instituted there will be few to weep at its funeral. Certainly non-existence is infinitely more respectable than continued being as a burlesque on its professed objects and aspirations. It savors strongly of joking to call the Oread a literary society. Like many a promising man, the Oread society has gone into politics, and it is almost hoping against hope to expect her to emerge—at least till some of the elements of discord have vanished from the scene.
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The Transcript contains a good article on Washington Irving. The figures are beautiful, but some, in our judgment, are a little too fine.
If ye exchanger on the Alabama Monthly knew the persistent elasticity of certain individuals, you would not advise us to sit down on them.
--In the name of humanity I protest changes on the Lehigh Burr. Remember the infancy of your victim. "Give the boy a chance" and perhaps he may become a man yet. And to you, Mr. Indicator, we would say, don't be alarmed at his threaten-
Argonaut, branch Molusca, class Cephalopoda, order Dibranchiata, genus Argonauta. Packard.
A wa p went madly to its work,
And various things did tackle;
He stung a boy and then a dog.
And made a rooster cackle.
He settled on a Freshie's cheek
And labored with a will ;
He prodded there for half an hour,
And then he broke his drill.
Tis said the wasp then quickly rose And settled in his hair,
And though the drill was short and dull It penetrated there.—Ex.
Chang Woo Tsang, one of the young
ERRATUM.
Owing to a mistake of the printer the second page of "Swaps" comes before the first, but our readers will find it "all there."
variety is the spice of life." One article is especially worthy of mention, "The Jew in Literature." It also contained a long oration delivered on Washington's birthday, but as our ears were still tingling with the vocalized air of our own orations on that occasion, we did not read it.
The Wesleyan Bee contains some very good literary articles. We always read it with interest. Its bearing, however, is of the Prince Albert, stove pipe hat, silk cravat kind. It never jokes; we don't expect it; we couldn't laugh if it did.
The Dickersonian lacks literary matter. While we do not think a college paper should try to rival the North American Review or the Atlantic Monthly, we do think it should have a space set apart for literary productions, coming from the students.
secured a person who must have been of great consequence in his day, though of little use now except for old junk. -Ex.
---We don't know who is authority for the statement in the Lawrence Journal, Wednesday morning, that the Courier and Review were going to unite. The statement is wholly without foundation. Both papers are doing a good paying business, and each has its place. Why such a statement should be made we cannot conceive.
...In a recent number of the Edinburg Scotsman, sent us by a former student of K. S. U., we find the Rectorial address of Sir Stafford Northcote. In his address the newly elected Rector takes occasion to commend highly the study of the classics, although by no means depreciating the importance of the modern languages. The opinion of such an eminent scholar, as well as a most practical and distinguished statesman, carries great weight.
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VIEWS.
VIEWS
EDITOR VIEWS:
A letter recently appeared in the Phi Kappa Psi Shield, from the chapter at this place, in which a student of high standing and ability is alluded to as being a "poor specimen."
The fact that this was published where it was highly improbable that the injured person would ever see it, and that he would be wholly unable to reply, renders this misrepresentation all the more contemptible. No
anxiety to obtain its support, to extremities of prostration, in which most of their members as individuals, would disdain to be guilty. It seems to be generally conceded that so much disreputable scheming and bargaining was never before known so far back as the memory of man can run. As stated in the beginning, all legitimate society work has been swallowed up in the "dirty pool of politics," and it is safe to
doubt the correspon bear a grudge toward but to vent his ms back-biting manner author of the lie my kind advertisement ed by the friends o as well as by all ot mon sense.
The late "unpleas society was but a
bitter partisan politics which has engrossed the entire attention of that organization during the year. Wherever responsibility may rightfully belong, the cold and barren fact remains that the society aforesaid throughout the year has been the scene of political machinations which would disgrace an ordinary ward caucus. Literary work has been ignored in the disgusting scramble for position, and in the distribution of honors merit has cut absolutely no figure at all. A single faction has dictated in all elections, because of its own impudence and the cowardice of all other parties. If third parties ever exercise a beneficial influence it is surely not in this instance. The balance of power held by a third party among the Oreads has driven the fraternities, in their
judging from some recent exploits of occupants of the chair. How long the present state of affairs will continue can only be conjectured; but it is a self evident truth that proceedings which have driven from the society many of its best members, tends towards its inevitable dissolution, and unless a reform is soon instituted there will be few to weep at its funeral. Certainly non-existance is infinitely more respectable than continued being as a burlesque on its professed objects and aspirations. It savors strongly of joking to call the Oread a literary society. Like many a promising man, the Oread society has gone into politics, and it is almost hoping against hope to expect her to emerge-at least till some of the elements of discord have vanished from the scene.
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The Transcript contains a good article on Washington Irving. The figures are beautiful, but some, in our judgment, are a little too fine.
If ye exchanger on the Alabama Monthly knew the persistent elasticity of certain individuals, you would not advise us to sit down on them.
--In the name of humanity I protest changes on the Lehigh Burr. Remember the infancy of your victim. "Give the boy a chance" and perhaps he may become a man yet. And to you, Mr. Indicator, we would say, don't be alarmed at his threatening aspect, for under his ruffled exterior there lies a loving heart.
We are much pleased to note the improvement in the Occident since she removed her anti-fraternity head line. Her old basis was entirely too narrow for a college paper to be run upon. The cut on the cover is beautiful and suggestive, but requires more adjusting to get the right light, than an oil painting.
We are glad to welcome the Monmouth Collegian. It does not correspond to the usual variety of college journals; but "variety is the spice of life." One article is especially worthy of mention, "The Jew in Literature." It also contained a long oration delivered on Washington's birthday, but as our ears were still tingling with the vocalized air of our own orations on that occasion, we did not read it.
The Wesleyan Bee contains some very good literary articles. We always read it with interest. Its bearing, however, is of the Prince Albert, stove pipe hat, silk cravat kind. It never jokes; we don't expect it; we couldn't laugh if it did.
The Dickersonian lacks literary matter. While we do not think a college paper should try to rival the North American Review or the Atlantic Monthly, we do think it should have a space set apart for literary productions, coming from the students.
—Argonaut, branch Molusca, class Cephalopoda, order Dibranchiata, genus Argonauta. —Packard.
A wasp went madly to its work,
And various things did tackle;
He stung a boy and then a dog.
And made a rooster cackle.
He settled on a Freshie's cheek
And labored with a will;
He prodded there for half an hour,
And then he broke his drill.
Tis said the wasp then quickly rose
And settled in his hair,
And though the drill was short and dull,
It penetrated there.—Ex.
-Chang Woo Tsang, one of the young Chinese educated at Harvard and a Christian convert, has made application for naturalization in the clerk's office of the District of Columbia. His application was rejected under the anti-Chinese act of 1882.
Cornell University has ordered a mummy from Thebes. The mummy was once a Mr. Penpi, who was buried during the twenty-third dynasty in the Necropolis. What there is left of the gentleman is covered over with symbols and hieroglyphics to such an extent that Cornell is certain it has secured a person who must have been of great consequence in his day, though of little use now except for old junk. -Ex.
---We don't know who is authority for the statement in the Lawrence Journal, Wednesday morning, that the Courier and Review were going to unite. The statement is wholly without foundation. Both papers are doing a good paying business, and each has its place. Why such a statement should be made we cannot conceive.
...In a recent number of the Edinburg Scotsman, sent us by a former student of K. S. U., we find the Rectorial address of Sir Stafford Northcote. In his address the newly elected Rector takes occasion to commend highly the study of the classics, although by no means depreciating the importance of the modern languages. The opinion of such an eminent scholar, as well as a most practical and distinguished statesman, carries great weight.
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SCIENTIFIC.
SCIENTIFIC.
KANSAS CANE GROWERS.
The association for the promotion of the sugar interests in the state of Kansas met at Topeka on the 13th and 14th insts. Nearly all the prominent cane growers and sugar and syrup manufacturers were in attendance. The meeting was opened by remarks from Gov. Glick, who prophesied a bright future for the industry. The evening session was devoted to listening to an able lecture by Prof. W. H. Wiley, chemist of the agricultural department, Washington, D. C. The occurrence of sugar in the different plants was thoroughly discussed. Sorghum cane contains 89 per cent. of juice; southern cane contains 91 per cent. of juice, and the sugar beet about the same. The juice is usually extracted simply by pressure, but it is not found to be possible to extract much more than half of the juice by this process. In a few exceptional cases, 75 per cent. has been obtained. Notwithstanding much that has been said to the contrary, it is probable that the sugar exists in solution in the cane.
The possibility of increasing the yield of sucose or cane sugar in the plant, and the decrease of the other sugars, was discussed. This may be probably effected by judicious experiments directed towards the improvement of the cane.
Prof Wiley discussed the climatic influences on the growth of sorghum. He placed Kansas in that belt of country where the cane could be grown with success, and also where the sugar manufacture could be carried on profitably. North of this belt there is a region where success may be attained, but where there is liability of failure on account of the early frosts. Nearly all the cane land of the United States is adapted to the growth of sorghum. Our season here extends through about ninety days. It is very desirable to extend this at both ends if possible.
Mr. Beneyworth, of Larned, one of the pioneers of the sugar industry, gave a history of his experiments in this line. He built and equipped the first works in the state for the manufacture of the syrup.
Prof. Bailey, of the State University, read a paper upon the "By Products of Sorghum Manufacture." He dwelt especially on the fact that to make an industry pay, there should be no waste. The analysis of various by-products, and uses for the same were given. Among these may be mentioned, the seed, leaves, "bagasse," or crushed cane, ash of the same and the scum of the evaporator.
The history of the sorghum industry was given in a paper by Judge F. G. Adams. The syrup was made in Kansas in 1854. The Herald of Freedom, at Lawrence, mentioned the raising of the cane in 1856. Experiments which had often resulted in failure, just begin to be successful at the present time. Mr. F. W. Giles raised sorghum cane in 1855.
The committee on resolutions, consisting of Messrs. Giles, Sweitser, Bailey, Decker, Studinietez, reported strongly in favor of protection for the growing industry of sugar manufacture.
The committee on legislation, consisting of Messrs. Riddle, Cowgill and Peffer, favored laws to prevent sugar adulteration also a state appropriation for experiments
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to improve the seed; and united in a request to Congress to continue the experiments in our own state. The reports of the committees were unanimously adopted.
B.
During Prof. Marvin's absence from the University last week, on account of his wife's illness, A.S.Riffle took charge of the engineering classes, and acquitted himself nobly,
The material moved on all the works of the Panama Canal in November was 82,- 000 cubic yards. The total removed to December 1st, 1883, is 52,700 cubic yards.
The Cantiliver bridge over the Firth of Forth is under full headway. Several of the piers are built up to low water mark, and much of the machinery to be used in its construction has arrived.
It is reported that the Straw Lumber Factory, of this city, owned by S. H. Hamilton, will soon re-open and manufacture lumber for car building only.
American Dredge,No.2,at Panama,has been totally destroyed by fire; loss $150,- 000. The fire is supposed to have been of incendiary origin. The indirect loss to the canal company is considerable.
It is reported that fourteen thousand men are now at work upon the Panama canal. The dry season has set in and hopes are entertained that much progress will be made this year.-Engineering News.
On February 1st, the tunnel of the Junction Railway Company, of Pittsburg, Pa., was completed. The tunnel is 2,200 feet long, and extends through Herron Hill to Bellefield. It is 20 feet high, and some 40,000 cubic yards of stone have been taken out. The work has been prosecuted day and night since its commencement, some eight months ago. The cost of the tunnel will probably reach $300,000.
—Thornton in his history of China brings evidence that 1600 years ago the Chinese had sufficient skill to invent and build suspension bridges. Shanglang built one, which still exists in Shangse and stretches 400 feet from mountain to mountain, over a chasm of 500 feet. Many of their bridges were of iron. "82"
—Engineering in China has achieved a notable triumph in the construction of the bridge at Lagan, over an arm of the China Sea. It is five miles long, built entirely of stone, has three hundred arches seventy feet high, and the roadway is seventy feet wide. The pillars are seventy-five feet apart.
—Prof. F. O. Marvin has purchased, for the Engineering department of K. S. U., one of J. W. Queen's best plane tables. We now have some of the best engineering instruments made, and Prof. Marvin will add good instruments to the list just as fast as he can convince the Regents of the necessity.
Mr. S. H. Hamilton, of the straw lumber fame, has returned to Lawrence and will soon reopen his straw lumber factory. The New York Sun, in a recent article, has the following concerning the lumber: "It takes 100 years to grow 20,000 feet of natural lumber on an acre of ground. This is according to official statistics. On the other hand an acre of ground will produce every year straw enough to make 2,000 feet of artificial lumber, and hence in a hundred years, it will produce 200,000 feet, ten times as much as the quantity of natural lumber."
---To remove pitch, varnish, or oil paint stains from clothing, soften the stain by applying butter or lard; then wash it in turpentine or benzine. If the stain is very dry use chloroform.
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SWAPS.
SWAPS.
We would advise ye local raker on the Sentinel to use a Wood's lock lever sulky or a fine toothed comb. Either are insured not to catch stale jokes or bad poetry.
The University of Texas is the latest sensation in the educational world. It has an endowment of over five million dollars and large land grants.
—In Albany Academy twenty per cent. of the students have taken Greek, and eighty per cent. English Literature and Rhetoric Sixty per cent. of the medals for English composition has gone to the Greek.
The girls of Rockford demonstrate the fact that women can do more than wield the broom--they can edit a paper. Their magazine is a monument to their honor. Its main strength is in its literary department. In the locals there is nearly always present a tinge of gossip, pleasant however.
Another name has been added to the long list of college papers, The Howard University Reporter. Its infant appearance is weakness personified. It may, however, develop into a good, healthy college paper We give you God speed. Prominent in its columns, we find the weather report of Richard Foster, an alumnus of K. S. U.
—Number one volume one of the Stephens Indicator, comes to us from the Stephens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, N. J. Too much space is devoted to foot ball contests and college sports in general. The general make up of the paper, however, is good, and there is certainly no reason why it should not take and hold a high rank among college papers. We only wonder that such an enterprise was not started long ago.
The College Rambler has a good article on protection, in the January number. The writer shows that free trade is the natural condition of exchange; hence it devolves upon the protectionist to justify his interference with the course of nature further. The fact that an industry cannot be maintained in a community without a high tariff, is proof that it is not profitable for that community.
In the High School Index, Ann Arbor Michigan, Prof. Chas. Kingsley, of the Leavenworth high school, has a long article on the high school question. He shows in a very clear and forcible way just what the relation between the primary and higher school should be, and although the relations are often incomplete, nevertheless a strong community of interest exists. * * * We submit that the success and efficiency of any school system rests no more on abundant funds than on the fostering and directing care of a liberal and enlightened public sentiment.
De Pauw Monthly. That's the way it read; and although it had a familiar look we thought it a new exchange. But investigation proved it an old friend sailing under different colors. The monthly sings, not chants, the funeral dirge of Asbury. All honor to Mr. De Pauw in advancing the cause of the sciences and arts; but in this we cannot help seeing the exemplification of the psalmist when he sings: "Their inward thought is that their homes shall continue forever, and their dwelling places to all generations; they call their lands after their own names." In justice to the many and noble sons of Asbury, Mr De Pauw should have been satisfied with the name of a particular chair, or an adjunct department, as endowers usually are.
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PERSONAL.
—Miss Daisy Cockins is quite ill.
—Charles Elwell spent Sunday in Eudora.
—Miss Carlie Cockins went to K. C. to hear Gerster.
—Miss Pattee, of Springfield, Mo., is visiting Miss Maud Mansfield.
—Mrs. Dr. Lippincott has returned from an extended visit in the East.
—Victor Linley spent Sunday at his home in Atchison.
—Chas. Webb is station agent at Shubert, Nebraska.
—Miss Mary Griffith has returned to school, after a short illness.
—'83, Miss Ada Briggs, visited the University last week.
—W. W. Russ is attending the Lawrence Business College.
—Miss Carrie Stocks, Fred Stocks' sister, attended the Washington birthday exercises.
—Miss Hannah Oliver visited the University last week.
—Prof. Ark, of Baker University, visited K. S. U. last week.
—L. H. Leach went down to Nevada, Mo., Wednesday, to address the Chataqua Literary and Scientific Association.
—Frank Webb went up to Nortonville to establish a telephone agency.
—Miss Anna Wilder of Topeka, a friend of Miss Mamie Hudson, visited the University last week.
—'85, Clarence Smith, an old student, came from Wyandotte to attend the University exercises of the 22nd.
—Charley Gleed, one of our former University boys, has been offered the editorship of the Denver Tribune, but has not yet decided whether he will accept the position.
Miss Daisy Cockins is quite ill.
—Charles Elwell spent Sunday in Eudora.
—Miss Carlie Cockins went to K. C. to hear Gerster.
—Miss Pattee, of Springfield, Mo., is visiting Miss Maud Mansfield.
—Mrs. Dr. Lippincott has returned from an extended visit in the East.
-Victor Linley spent Sunday at his home in Atchison.
—Chas. Webb is station agent at Shubert, Nebraska.
Miss Mary Griffith has returned to school, after a short illness.
'83, Miss Ada Briggs, visited the University last week.
-W. W. Russ is attending the Lawrence Business College.
Miss Carrie Stocks, Fred Stocks' sister, attended the Washington birthday exercises.
Miss Hannah Oliver visited the University last week.
—Prof. Ark, of Baker University, visited K. S. U. last week.
—L. H. Leach went down to Nevada, Mo., Wednesday, to address the Chataqua Literary and Scientific Association.
Frank Webb went up to Nortonville to establish a telephone agency.
—Miss Anna Wilder of Topeka, a friend of Miss Mamie Hudson, visited the University last week.
'86, N. A. Swickard, is principal of the public schools in Colony, Kansas.
Mr. Chas. Sorter, of Emporia, was in attendance upon the Oratorical contest.
Cora Pierson was confined to her homse by sickness the early part of the week.
Miss Lizzie Moore of Kansas City, an old student of K. S. U., has been visiting in the city for the past week.
'82, Geo. H. Rose, of the Normal department, came from Wyandotte to attend the 22nd exercises.
Dr. Marvin has returned from Washington. His influence was very great in securing the appropriation for the Indian school.
Miss Lillie McMillian has had a severe attack of pneumonia. She will be able to return to school next week.
Miss Nellie Gunn, who is a guest of Miss Daisy Cockins, visited the University Thursday in company with Carlie Cockins.
Mr. Will Pickens, a friend of Mr. Foley's "took in" the contest last Friday night. He thinks of entering the University next year.
Mr. McKnight, who since his student life in the University has been U. S. consul, newspaper correspondent and tourist, lectured in Topeka the other evening.
The University was visited last Wednesday by Clarke A. Smith, judge of the 15th judicial district, in company with several prominent newspaper men from north-western counties.
Clark Mahan, H. T. Smith, J. R. Turner and Miss Carlie Cockins, went to Kansas City last Monday to hear Barrett and Gerster.
'85, Clarence Smith, an old student, came from Wyandotte to attend the University exercises of the 22nd.
Charley Gleed, one of our former University boys, has been offered the editorship of the Denver Tribune, but has not yet decided whether he will accept the position.
—'86, N. A. Swickard, is principal of the public schools in Colony, Kansas.
Mr. Chas. Sorter, of Emporia, was in attendance upon the Oratorical contest.
—Cora Pierson was confined to her homse by sickness the early part of the week.
Miss Lizzie Moore of Kansas City, an old student of K. S. U., has been visiting in the city for the past week.
'82, Geo. H. Rose, of the Normal department, came from Wyandotte to attend the 22nd exercises.
—Dr. Marvin has returned from Washington. His influence was very great in securing the appropriation for the Indian school.
—Miss Lillie McMillian has had a severe attack of pneumonia. She will be able to return to school next week.
—Miss Nellie Gunn, who is a guest of Miss Daisy Cockins, visited the University Thursday in company with Carlie Cockins.
Mr. Will Pickens, a friend of Mr. Foley's "took in" the contest last Friday night. He thinks of entering the University next year.
Mr. McKnight, who since his student life in the University has been U. S. consul, newspaper correspondent and tourist, lectured in Topeka the other evening.
The University was visited last Wednesday by Clarke A. Smith, judge of the 15th judicial district, in company with several prominent newspaper men from northwestern counties.
—Clark Mahan, H. T. Smith, J. R. Turner and Miss Carlie Cockins, went to Kansas City last Monday to hear Barrett and Gerster.
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Politics.
And blood.
—Bennett still on top.
—The "little hatchet" got the go-by.
The Orophilian election Friday.
And the Oreads one week after.
Next issue we will name the winners.
But all the powers couldn't do it now.
Now is the season to soak your overcoat.
-Rob. Curdy is the cupid of the Phi Gamms.
—T. H. Rockwell has been elected president of the Gradatim.
A new assay furnace has been added to the chemical department.
-T. H. Rockwell has presented Prof. Snow with some brains. Fact!
The Freshies would have turned out better to the contest if it were not for the admission fee.
The Freshies are now studying "English;" the Sophs are getting their work in on "draw shots."
Go and examine the new patent locks on the desks in the chemical laboratory as invented by Prof. Bailey.
-Prof. Nichols has taken possession of the old chemical rooms, and is having them thoroughly refitted for his use.
The Freshmen have finished geometry and are now under charge of Profs. Spring and Brownell in English.
This is from the Atchison Globe: "Will Otis is cash boy in Moore's grocery." The Courier congratulates.
Richard Thompson, of Indiana, is the last man whom the committees of the societies have selected to deliver the address in June.
NOTICE-Numbers 1,2,3,4 and 5 of Courier of last year, Vol. I, are wanted. Any one having said numbers in good condition may find a purchaser by applying to the managers.
The Lawrence Business College graduates students and gives diplomas free to all who complete the regular commercial course and pass the final examinations in a satisfactory manner.
A bold bad prep who sometimes uses the weed, approached a wicked soph with the request for a chew, closing his remarks saying that he "desired to expectorate." The w. s. replied: "If you expect to rate high in your classes never chew."
The political excitement reached the Normals, and after a short, brisk campaign, the following June program was elected: president of evening, Olin Templin; orator, C. S. Metcalf; debaters, E. L. Cowdrick and M. L. Fields; essayists, Eva Halstead and Minnie Jay; declaimer, Phoebe Ashley.
—S. T. Field & Co. offer their prize for best oration, consisting of Carlyle's works in nineteen volumes. This is the most valuable prize ever offered, and should draw out a number of contestants. The orations are limited to eight hundred words, and must be handed to Prof. Williams by the first of May.
The medical students have organized a society devoted to the study of subjects relating to their profession. Dr. Punton has kindly given them the use of his office Saturday afternoon. The following are the officers: president, H.A.Peairs; vice president, Mr.Hall; secretary, T.H. Rockwell; treasurer, Bud Smith.
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---The waltzers wait with anxious longing for the Orophilian piano.
---Frank Hutchings is now city editor of the Lawrence Daily Journal.
---Miss Mamie Swaim left Wednesday for a short visit with friends in Leavenworth.
Miss Ella Cheatwood, a student of last winter, has been married to Dr. Jones, of Fairmount.
---The Freshman botany class has ninety and nine members. Swiekard is the sheep who has strayed away from the fold.
---Miss Cora Pierson's oration national day is said to have been the finest ever delivered from the chapel rostrum.
---The pleasant weather has brought out the base ball boys. This will last till they go out on a foul---that is foul weather.
---Phi Kappa Psi failed to establish a chapter at Baldwin. The concentrated energies of Kansas Alpha are now directed upon Ossawatomie.
---The faculty are seriously considering the subject of changing the weekly holiday from Saturday to Monday. Letters have been written to colleges under this scheme to find out their experience.
Married—Miss Nellie Cone, once a popular lady student, to F. M. Smith, of White Cloud. The happy couple left for White Cloud, where Mr. Smith is a telegraph operator, and agent for the B. & M. R. R.
The reason that the Freshman speaks his little piece in such clear stentorian tones, resembling so much a Leach, a Stocks or a Webster, is that he uses none but the best trouches, and gets them at Bigelow's drug store.
---Every young man and woman should have a thorough business training before considering their education complete. There is no place in the west offering better facilities for obtaining this training than the Lawrence Business College.
---The Lawrence Journal says that there is talk of the consolidation of the college papers. The brilliant brain of the champion of the patent medicine cause is wandering. We do not see how he could find time to originate such a dazzling scheme while engaged on those leading editorials which have been given forth in the late campaign. It probably took the whole reportorial force from the devil to the dude to concoct the scheme of combination, and this is probably the reason of the unusual dearth of news in the Journal of late.
A full house welcomed the National Day exercises last Friday. After the invocation by Chancellor Lippincott, Miss Minnie Jay declaimed a part of Lowell's Commemoration Ode. Miss Jay's voice is not strong enough to fill the chapel well. Miss Nettie Hubbard followed with an essay on "Puritan Influence." This lady is well known as a writer in the University, and on this occasion she more than sustained her previous reputation. Next came Cyrua S. Crane with a very well delivered selection from Webster. This gentleman is one of the best speakers of his class, and to all appearances one of the coming orators of the University. Fred A. Stocks then gave a well written oration on "The Collossus of the Federalists"—Alexander Hamilton. By reason of indisposition, Mr. Stocks did not reach his usual excellence of delivery, but made a very good impression. S. M. Cook showed, in a very scholarly essay, the rise and growth of "American Democracy." Miss Cora Pierson then gave an oration on "Colonial and National America." Miss Pierson's style, both of writing and speaking, is too well known and too generally admired to need any comment. Music by Buch's orchestra was interspersed through the program, and the exercises closed with the singing of "America" by the entire house. X.Y.S.
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WHAT WE WANT TO KNOW!
Who will publish the Annual.
Who will "get there" in the June programme elections.
And if it wont be warm in the Oreads.
—If a red headed man isn't a bad man to tackle.
-If the State University wont send the state representative to Iowa City.
—If the Amphion quartette can't attend the inter-state contest as our delegation.
-If M-rt-n doesn't make an excellent parliamentarian--out of the chair.
How many times the Gradatim has met on the regular night.
If he shouldn't have had more chairity on those bad conspirators.
How the Orophilians feel over R-- --d's desertion to peaceful, happy Oread.
—Why we don't have some more Tuesday evening lectures.
—If the Freshmen don't show up well on the Chapel rostrum.
How many Courirr editors will safely survive any more unpleasantnesses.
—Why the Sigs don't come out, brace up, show their colors, and have some style about them.
Who will take the Courier Freshmen and Sophomore oratorical prizes.
If there won't be a good many competitors for the Field Oratorical Prize,
-Who will go to the next Gradatim without a girl and if he shouldn't be fired.
-What those cu(e)rious chalk marks mean on the boys' coats.
If those people who got funny in sending valentines are perfectly happy.
How long the colossal combination of Sig and Phi Kap will last in Oread politics.
If the non-fraternity men see they have no representative on the "me too" monthly.
—How many alumni will attend the reunion in commencement week.
-If filibustering is still in order.
How many students were brought into the fold by the late revivals.
-If Bennett and Keys find any one to accept their magnificent offers of contributions to the Oread piano fund.
—Why the long looked for Orophilian piano doesn't materialize.
--With what grace the free trade editors of the Journal write protection editorials.
—If the alumni who never attend the literary meetings of the society will be on hand at the Oread election, as usual.
Who it was who took the money given him to pay his contingent fee to play pool.
If Spangler succeeded in establishing a chapter at the Kansas City Medical College, during his absence.
—Who the literary societies will get to deliver the annual address.
How many students will vote the straight ticket at the congressional election.
—If Riffle doesn't resemble Oliver Twist in the fact that he longs for More.
—If Prof. Canfield caught that severe cold by going to the Gradatim.
—Spangler went to Kansas City last week leaving the mail box in the corridor locked. In the course of a few days it was full of letters mailed at the University in order to get them off quick.
The following officers are now in charge of the Normal Society: President, M. L. Field; vice president, Eva Halstead; secretary, Louisa Rose; critic, Minnie Jay; Chorister, Phebe Ashley; sargent at arms, J. C. Hall.
John L. Sullivan and Geo.W. Robinson are matched for a prize fight. Sullivan is to knock Rob out in four rounds. When Rob was here a couple of weeks ago he neglected to tell us of this.
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Only six more weeks of night school. Finest assortment of goods at the Temple of Fashion.
For stylish suits, go to the Temple of Fashion, 63 Mass. street.
-Abont forty students from Baker attended our contest on the 22nd.
The Juniors elect a representative today to receive the hat from the Seniors on class day.
—Owing to the scarcity of board, a Ladies' Boarding Club is being agitated. Don't be bored.
The Senior class are talking of presenting the University with a bust of Wendell Phillipps. They probably will if not busted by paying for their sheep-skins.
—J. S. Crew offers a prize consisting of Dickens' complete works for the best essay on any of the following subjects: "Oliver Cromwell," "The Literary Place of Nathaniel Hawthorne," "Reforms, Ancient and Modern." The essays must be of not less than two or more than three thousand words, and must be handed in by the 25th of May.
A very loud talking young man.
A rule or ruin young man,
No idle dreamer,
A political schemer,
An Oread young man.
If the participants in the Oratorical Contest are shrewd, they will order their suits of J. F. Thompson, over Barber's Drug store.
The fraternities have elected editors of the annual, as follows: Beta Theta Pi, Albert Riffle; I. C., Addie Sutliff; Phi Kappa Psi, W. S. Jenks: Kappa Alpha Theta, Agnes Emery; Phi Gamma Delta, Harry A. Smith; Phi Delta Theta, O. C. LeSeur; Kappa Kappa Gamma, not yet chosen.
The mashers all buy their hats and neckties of Bromelsicks.
The exact facts in the late war in the Oreads are as follows: A special meeting was called for February 18th, in which the president, P. R. Bennett, was requested to resign from the society, and if he refused, the effort of the society was pledged to effect his expulsion. This was carried by a vote of 28 to 21. The society adjourned, after appointing a committee to impeach Mr. Bennett. The committee consisting of representatives from either faction prepared a report, after examining witnesses, that the president should be censured and requested to do better in the future. At the meeting Thursday all sides being anxious to drop the matter, in view of the approaching election, the minutes of the meeting Monday were stricken from the record, thus leaving the matter as if nothing had been done. The excitement resulting from this proved destructive to literary exercises and the general harmony and peace of the society. As a consequence, the reputation of the organization is tarnished and a reproach cast upon the name Oread, which it will take a good deal of earnest work to efface. BARB.
Bromelsick has a full line of hats of all the latest styles, neckties and gloves until you can't rest.
The largest assortment of new and choice woolens for the merchant tailoring trade can be found at Kunkel & Rocklund's. Their prices are lower than elsewhere in this city.
We learn that Prof. G. E. Patrick, our old professor of chemistry, has resigned his position as superintendent of one of the great smelting works at Argand, Colorado.
The small admission fee charged to the Oratorical contest seemed to frighten away many students, and the distance at night to keep many citizens from attending. The house was but little more than half full.
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The first on the program was H. L. Call, with an oration on "Prohibition Reform." Mr. Call might have condensed his production with advantage. The subject is somewhat worn, and his gestures are too frequent, but he deserves praise for his ease and grace on the stage, and for clear voice and good presence.
"Memories and Prophecies," by G. M. Gates, was too much in the Baldwin style of turgid rhetoric, and the articulation was hurried and indistinct.
Lucius H. Leach discoursed both eloquently and thoughtfully on "The Modern Triumvirate." This was by odds the best written speech of the evening. On account of the serious cold from which he has been suffering for some time, Mr. Leach failed to reach his well known elegance of delivery, but showed his earnestness and full belief in his subject.
G. H. McKee followed with a good oration on "American Grandeur." Mr. McKee was unfortunate in the choice of a subject so well worn. His manner is somewhat stiff, and gestures too mechanical.
Mr. Fred A. Stocks closed with a well written speech on "A Representative Man." This was his oration on "John Quincy Adams," delivered in the Oread-Orophilian hontest last year, slightly recast and given a new title. Of course the fact that the oration cad been used before made no difference, so that the production was original. Mr. Stocks spoke well and with more enthusiasm than in the morning.
The decision of the judges gave first place to L. H. Leach and second to F. A. Stocks. Accordingly, Mr. Leach will represent the University in the state contes next month. Messrs. Blackman and Jenks Miss Mabel Gore and the Amphion Quartette furnished excellent music. The state contest should be held in the opera house as it will be much more convenient for both citizens and students, and thus increase the receipts of the association. I.K.
"The Queen's Lace Handkerchief:" This beautiful opera by Josham Strauss is to be given in the Opera House Monday evening, March 3d. The Buffalo News says of the performance: "It is a decided pleasure to sit through the performance of 'The Queen's Lace Handkerchief,' as interpreted by Patterson's New York Opera Company. There is an utter absence of anything offensive in the piece. It is full of harmless pleasantry and pleasing music, and by this company is much more than ordinarily well dressed, acted, and sung The comedians, Messrs Greensfelder and Adolphi, succeeded in being very funny without in the least departing from good taste, and all the principals of the company are first-class. No one is starred, but there are several who might be made the feature of a comic opera company. The chorus is large, the orchestra is excellent, and the tout ensemble - no notice of an owera is of any good that does not contain a reference to the tout ensemble—such as convinced the audience that in Potterson's New York Comic Opera Company there is a mine of fun and innocent pleasure that is deserving of patronage everywhere.
The sale of seats begins Friday morning at Field & Co.'s book store. Go early and ecure a good seat.
STUDENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY Will find the largest stock of BOOTS AND SHOES
to select from in the city, including all leading styles,at prices that will pay you to visit the Family Shoe Store before buying elsewhere.
MASON'S
Perfumery and Toilet Articles at the City Drug Store, 66 Massachusetts Street.
UNIVERSITY TEXT BOOKS
AT LOWEST PRICES.
Everything needed by Students in the
Book and Stationery Line.
ARTIST MATERIALS! PICTURE FRAMES! FINE STATIONERY.
J. S. CREW & CO.
THE LARGEST BOOK STORE IN KANSAS.
D. F. BICELOW.
DEALER IN
Drugs, Medicines, Toilet Articles
AND PERFUMERY.
133 Mass. St., LAWRENCE, KAN.
Prescriptions filled at all hours.
IN HOUSE'S NEW BLOCK Is Where KlocK & Falley Are keeping A FIRST CLASS RESTAURANT Confectionery and Oysters in every style. 167 Massachusetts St.
BROADWAY BANK
LAWRENCE BUSINESS COLLEGE,
[ ESTABLISHED 1869.]
Institute of Penmanship, Short-Hand, Telegraphy and English Training School.
Winter Term Opens January 3rd.
COURSE OF STUDY.
BUSINESS DEPARTMENT.—Book-keeping (by Single and Double entry) Commercial Arithmetic, Rapid Calculations, Actual Business Practice, Commercial Law, Business Penmanship, Letter Writing, Spelling and Grammar.
For Journal and information, address
LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
BOOR & McILRAVY Principals and Proprietors
STUDENTS TRY THE
Chicago Photo. Company
Satisfaction Guaranteed. 125 Massachusetts St.,
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LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
HARRIS & SIMONS, Manufacturers of Finest Candies
OYSTERS OF EVERY VARIETY.
SUPPERS SERVED IN THE BEST STYLE 149 Massachusetts Street.
MERCHANT TAILORS. For First Class Work and latest Styles go to KUNKEL & ROCKLUND, Over Steinberg's Dry Goods Store.
C. Z. KELSO, DEALERS IN Staple and Fancy Groceries.
GOODS ALWAYS FRESH.
Special Attention paid to Students' Clubs.
If in need of anything in our line you can get
BARGAINS at 118 Massachusetts Street.
THE STUDENTS ALL GO TO
M. W. JOHNSON'S Barber Shop. South Mass. St.
MRS. GIBBS & DAUGHTERS Invite old and new friends to inspect their fine stock of
MILLINERY GOODS,
OVER NEWMARK'S STORE.
Mrs. Gibbs is an experienced trimmer.
STUDENTS, REMEMBER!
TUDENTS, REMEMBER Latest Styles of Boots and Shoes AT BOYD'S. House's New Block.
PERSHALL'S RESTAURANT And Dining Room.
MILLARD & COOPER, Billiard Parlors
6O Massachusetts St.
W. CRUM, Dealer in STOVES, TINWARE
Gas, Steam and Water Fitting, Roofing Guttering, Heavy Sheet Iron Work, Hose, Gas Pipe, Brass Goods, &c. Job Work promptly done.
180 Massachusetts Streets. LAWRENCE, KAN.
Kunkel & Rocklund, the Champion Tailors.
STUDENTS,
Buy Your Groceries OF ENDSLEY JONES.
C. L. EDWARDS,
DEALER IN
Hard and Soft Coals.
OFFICE 143 MASSACHUSETTS ST.
WM. E. YEAGER FLORIST,
No. 28 New Hampshire Sreet.
C. S. DRESBACH.
(Successor to A. FREDERICKSON.)
Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats. SAUSAGE A SPECIALTY. 157 Massachusetts St., LAWRENCE, KAN
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CHAS. CHADWICK.
Insurance Agent,
77 Massachusetts Street.
STEELE & BELL, L. S. STEELE,
PETE BELL.
Attorneys, Real Estate, Loan and Insurance Agents.
Office on Henry, west of Mass. St.
JOHN CHARLTON Fire and Tornado Insurance. Office over Leis' Drug Store.
DR. S. B. ANDERSON.
Office over Field and Evans' Store.
Patronage Solicited. Massachusetts Street.
JOHN PUNTON, M. D.,
Lawrence, Kan.
Office in connection with Dr. F. D. Morse, over Woodward's
Drug Store.
V G. MILLER,
Physician and Surgeon. Office over A. Marks' Jewelry Store.
J. D. PATTERSON,
DENTIST. Office over Woodward's Drug Store.
R. F. H. WILSON,
DENTIST.
First Class Work and Moderate Charges.
35 Massachusetts St., LAWRENCE, KAN.
THOS. BEAL Stylish Rigs at Reasonable Rates, Stable on South Massachusetts St. STUDENTS GO TO
J. M. & LUCY TAYLOR,
For First-class Dental Work Front rooms over Deichmann's.
LAWRENCE SKATING RINK In Mrs. McCullough's Block.
SAM WALKER
Will furnish Rigs at reasonable rates. Stable on North Massachusetts St.
PAT HAMLIN
Furnishcs Fine Rigs at Student's Prices. Sta just bleEast of Post Office.
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS.
THE MUSEUM OF THE FARMING AND RURAL REPUBLIC.
DEPARTMENTS:
Collegiate, Preparatory, Musical, Law, Normal, Medicine, Civil Engineering
FACULTY:
JOSHUA A. LIPPINCOTT, A.M., D.D., President Mental and Moral Philosophy.
FRANK H. SNOW, A.M., Ph.D., Natural History.
DAVID H. ROBINSON, A. M., Latin Language and Literature.
EPHRAIM MILLER, A. M., S., Mathematics.
E. H. S. BAILEY, Ph.D., Chemistry, Mineralogy and Metallurgy.
JAMES H. CANFIELD, A. M. History and Political Science.
KATE STEPHENS, A. M., Greek Language and Literature.
FRANK O. MARVIN, A.M., Civil Engineering and Drawing.
EDWARD L. NICHOLS, Ph. D., Physics, Astronomy.
For General Information, address
P. J. WILLIAMS, A. M., D. D., Dean of Normal Department.
LEVERETT W. SPRING, A.B., English Literature, Rhetoric, Belles Lettres and Logic.
WILLIAM A. CARRUTH, A.M., German and French Languages and Literature.
ARTHUR G. CANFIELD, A. M., Instructor in German and French.
M. W. STERLING, A. B., Instructor in Latin and Greek.
L. L. DYCHE.
Assistant in Natural History.
W. B. BROWNELL, A. B., Elocution and English.
RICHARD A. LEHMAN Instructor in Music.
J. W. GREEN, Dean of Law Department. MARCUS SUMMERFIELD Instructor, Law Department.
W. C. SPANGLER.
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1st bargain. Best Style; 2nd bargain, Finest Fabric; 3rd bargain, Perfect Fit; 4th bargain, Lowest Prices.
J. HOUSE, - - - - 79 Mass. St.
J, W. BEARD,
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Hardware, Stoves and Tinware,
LAWRENCE, KANSA8.
A WHITCOMB,
FLORIST.
Corner Warren and Tennessee Streets,
LAWRENCE, KANSAS.
HENRY FUEL. Boot and Shoe Maker. Repairing neatly done. Custom work made to order. Two doors West of the National Bank.
MOAK BROS. TEMPERANCE Billiard Parlors, 66 Massachusetts Street.
C. A. PEASE & SON, Dealers in all kinds of Fresh and Salt Meats, Fish and Oysters. Sole agents for Booth's Oysters. 140 Mass. Street.
Hamilton! Hamilton! Is Headquarters for anything in the line of Photography. STUDENTS, call and I will guarantee satisfaction. HAMILTON, - - Opposite "Round Corner" Drug Store.
WM. WIEDEMANN,
Manufacturer of Home-Made Candies.
And Dealer in Fine Confectionery, Fruits, Nuts, &c
PURE ICE CREAM MADE TO ORDER.
CHARTREED IN 1882.
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FULTON & TRUEBLOOD'S School of Elocution and Oratory
KANSAS CITY, MO.
COURSES OF STUDY.—Elocution, Rhetoric, Shakespeare, Normal Methods, Oratory and Orators.
SESSIONS.—Fall Term opens October 10th; closes December 22nd. Winter Term opens January 2nd; closes March 16th. Spring Term opens March 20th; closes June 1st. Commencement, June 20th.
THE SUMMER TERM, designed especially for college students and teachers, opens June 5th, and continues seven weeks.
CLASSES IN LAWRENCE.—In continuation of the elocutionary work in Lawrence for the past three months, new classes will be formed January 24th, for a term of thirty lessons, two lessons per week. Apply at Y. M. C. A. rooms Wednesdays and Thursdays of each week.
For catalogue giving full information as to methods, terms, etc., address
FULTON & TRUEBLOOD,
11th and Main Sts., Kansas City, Mo.
HUSTON & PEAIRS.
DEALERS IN
Fresh and Salt Meats.
4 FISH AND POULTRY.
181 Massachusetts St.
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SKATING RINK!
Frank Cosley has just completed the largest and best Skating Rink in the city Students remember that it is located
South of the Baptist Church.
FRANK COSLEY, Proprietor.
STUDENTS ATTENTION!
You will always find the newest and largest assortment of Millinery and Fancy Goods At MISSES A. & C. MUGLER, No. 113 Massachusetts Street.
PIANOS & ORGANS.
THE OPERATION OF THE GUILD.
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Kansas City,
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Pianos. Estey,
Story & Camp, Organs.
Western Agent for the Dentaphone for the Deaf.
Send for Catalogue.
METTNER,
METTNER,
THE PHOTOGRAPHER-
79 Massachusetts Street.
THE STUDENT'S POPULAR ARTIST.
W. M. CULBERTSON, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Hard Coal, Soft Coal, PIEDMONT SMITHING COAL, Office 110 Massachusetts St.
C. M. STONE & CO., Dealers in Hard and Soft Coal. Office No. 160 Massachusetts Street. WITH BUTLER & ALEXANDER.
PALMER & GRIFFIN Dealers in Coal and Wood, Office 1st door south of M. E. Church.
Turkish Bath!
Reduced Rates to Students.
Opposite Lawrence House.
1883. FALL. 1883.
TEMPLE OF FASHION
THE FINEST SUITS IN KANSAS
ARE MADE BY
McCONNELL
THE TAILOR.
63 Massachusetts Street.
THE POPULAR BARBERS JOHNSON & MURPHY, Opposite Mason's Shoe Store.
[Established 1870.]
CONQVER BROTHERS,
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613 Main St., KANSAS CITY.
BROTHERS,
MANUFACTURERS OF
FIRST CLASS
UPRIGHT and SQUARE
PIANOS.
Publishers of Music and Music Books. Jobbers in Musical Merchandise.
General Agents for "Steinway & Sons" and "J. & C. Fischer arianos. "Geo. Woods & Co." "Burdett," and "Shoninger" Organs.
235 E. 21st St..
NEW YORK
C. W. STRAFFON, Prescription Druggist.
WHY THIS RUSH INTO OUR STORE?
M
BECAUSE
The people say our establishment is one of the handsomest and best lighted in the West.
BECAUSE
Our Assortment is the largest.
Our Styles the latest.
Our Fabrics the best.
Our Prices the lowest.
BECAUSE
We pay particular attention to the cut, make and trimming of every gar- ment that enters our House.
BECAUSE
By strictly square dealing and liberality we are deserving their patronage.
For Clothing and Furnishing Always go to
STEINBERG, THE KING CLOTHIER.