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PERSONAL.
Ed Cruise is in Wyandotte.
Charlie Lyons is at Clinton.
Allen returns to help '89 along.
Myrtle Hopkins will not return.
Ollie Walker was in town lately.
W. T. Reed will be in next week.
Ask Ackley about his Olathe mash.
May Webster is at Long Branch.
Josie Gilmore returns to finish with 288.
LAWRENCE, KANSAS, AUGUST 26, 1886.
Ollie Thompson will graduate with 187.
E. F. Stimpson is carpentering in town.
O. M. Jackson will not return this year.
Dan Crew is selling cloth on the road.
Harry Deford is in an Ottawa drug store.
Frank Savage is farming near Lawrence.
Lillian Bell is visiting in Yates Center.
W. S. Dick is with the Eidemiller Ice Co.
Mary Gilmore teaches a school this winter.
A. C. Markley returns to go out with '87.
Prof. Mamie Simpson is visiting in Vermont.
Lou Palmer is whiling away time in the city.
Ed Russell has raised a lovely beard this summer.
Frank Foster is editor of the Ellsworth News.
F. T. Oakley is surveying on the K. N. and D.
Laura Lyons has returned from a visit at Clinton.
Arch Watson is in the Fort Scott offices at K. C.
W. M. Thacher is working up the Bismarck fair.
W. S. Whirlow will teach at Vinland this winter.
Orrel Highbargin is visiting in Ohio and Indiana.
Prof. J. H. Canfield has returned from Estes Park.
Ella Ropes has returned from a visit to Wyandotte.
T. S. Fritz is studying oratory with Fulton & Trueblood.
Vic Linley goes to Columbia next year. Sure this time.
Josie Cook is at Hawley, Pa., and much improved in health.
W. S. Jenks has been teaching in the Institute in Abilene.
John Prescott has been traveling about the state on business.
Jennie Walker visited in Mound City during the vacation.
Agnes Wright is now in Junction City, and returns to K. S. U. Bob McAlest
Bob McAlpine is working for Allen & Breithaupt, in Kansas City.
Geo. Metcalfe left Sunday for Colorado to be gone three months.
Prof. Sterling and family are still at Estes Park.
Samuel Moore is spending the summer in the city.
Chas. Linley paid Lawrence a short visit recently.
J. G. Smith, '83, is practicing law in Kansas City.
Prof. Miller is still sojourning in the historic city.
Clarence Himoe is back from Southern Kansas.
Mr. Mumford of Clay Center, will be a new student.
Y. M. White has gone to Tincup, Col., on business.
Emma White visited Nellie Dow in Olathe last week.
Harlin Graham, '86, will teach in Abilene this year.
'82, E. C. Meservey, is practicing law in Kansas City.
F. L. Davis is in Troy, Kansas doing railroad work.
Mr. Higginbotham of Manhattan, enters the University.
Mary G. Stimpson, '86, will teach in Lawrence this year.
Ross Wemple, we are sorry to say,
is fast becoming a dude.
R. E. Hayslett is now city editor of the Lawrence Journal.
Solon Gilmore visits Denton Dunn in Kansas City next week.
Harry Barnes, of Abilene, is intending to enter in the fall.
Prof. Brownell and wife have not yet returned from Colorado.
Burkholder summered in Canada, Kus, and will be back for law.
Henri Nickel comes back from Newton to go through with '87.
Rob Rankin and J. R. McKee have started to the Indian Territory.
Kate Stephens is recovering from a severe attack of malarial fever.
Anna McKinnon will be back to keep the Kappa chapter moving.
Chas. Delo, of Lawrence, a graduate of the High school, will enter.
Jep Davis is pitching hay near Ottawa, and preparing to catch ball next year.
Asa. D. Kennedy is as much of a lady's man as ever. He will be back.
L. D. L. Tosh, '73, is a candidate for Probate Judge in Douglas County,
C. S. Metcalfe is one of the directors of the Lawrence Athletic Association.
The engagement of Prof. Wm. MacDonald and Miss Hattie Haskell is announced.
The irrepressible John Sullivan made a speech at the Democratic convention.
A W. Postlethwaite will continue his studies in K. S. U. this year with a view to theology.
Lester A. Sharrard, who has been in a bank in Meriden since January, will return to K. S. U.
Oscar H. Poehler writes of grand times in Germany. He will "do" Europe before he returns.
Prof. J. W. Green and wife have returned from a visit in the east.
Dan Kennedy says that business is rushing. He is rushing his Lawrence girl.
Fred H. Bowersock will return Saturday from a nine month visit to Europe.
G. B. Watson, '84, is studying law in Wyandotte, and will return to Ann Arbor.
Luella Pugh has been appointed postmistress at Cottonwood Falls, Kansas.
Prof. Snow has been busy all summer superintending the construction of Snow Hall.
W. S. Franklin is now at home in Severance, after being browned by the Colorado air.
Hattie Dunn has been at Excelsior Springs, but is now at 1406 East 9th Street, Kansas City.
Will Spencer is surveying near Elgin, Kas., and expects to make K. S. U. a short visit soon.
John Prescott and his cousin;
Miss Comstock, attended a party in Lawrence last week.
Miss Kate Tryplet, of Minneapolis, Kansas, will be an addition to the bevy of line girls at K. S. U.
D. E. Esterly, of Ohio State University, and brother of Dr. Esterly, will enter K. S. U. this fall.
M. J. Keys, '84, will edit a paper in Scott Center, Scott county—a Democratic organ, of course.
Cyrus Crane is now at Dotsero,
Coll., with a surveying party. He
returns to K. S. U. October 1st.
George Lewis visited friends in Sibley recently. As he will not return to school, this looks serious.
Dyche will prolong his stay in Colorado till October. He must have had bad luck on the bear question.
Lizzie Petee is at Dowagiac, Michigan, during the hot weather. She will visit Emma White in October.
Joe Shinn expects to read law at home for one year, after which he will graduate in K. S. U. law school.
Prof. W. H. Carruth will shortly return from Germany, where he has spent a pleasant and profitable vacation.
J. E. Curry will go to Scotland soon to take a three year's theological course in the University of Edinburgh.
Eames is engaged in inventing some wonderful bear and wolf stories. He will remain in Colorado till October.
Prof. Bailey has returned from Colorado, and is now in Buffalo attending the National Scientific Association.
B. Jones Dalton has been in Lawrence to engage a house. He will bring his wife to school with him this year.
Prof. P. D. Addrich was married last week to a young lady of Adams, Mass. The Courier wishes the Prof. and his wife a long and happy voyage on the sea of life.
W. C. Yeager does not expect to return.
Will Snow falls in with the Freshmen this fall.
E. L. Ackley will be in about the first of September.
W. H. Brown will be back from Washington about the 8th.
Palmer Ketner is studying law with his father in Junction City.
Our able editor-in-chief, W. S
W. R. Cone has returned from California, and is working at the U.
Our able editor-in-chief, W. S. Jenks, had an excellent poem in the K.C.Journal.
Lillie McMillan is visiting Clara Hanback, at Osborne. Both re-enter K. S. U. this year.
Ralph Stout, formerly of '86, has returned from a several month's trip in eastern states, and is again on the K. C. Journal.
Higgins' white head will be missed from our midst next year. We hope he will return sometime and we wish him success.
Dr. Nichols has returned from the wilds of Colorado, and is working up the physics department for the coming year.
Prof. H. A. Goble, of DePauw University, has telegraphed his willingness to accept the presidency of Baker University.
The many friends of G. W. Harrington will be pleased to learn that he has been elected business manager of the Sigma Nu Delta.
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Jack Schall and Dick Horton are working hard at the military service. They are bright lights in the Usher Guard "Akwward Squad."
Miss Mamie Tisdale, one of the most charming young ladies of Lawrence, has just returned from an extended visit to Minnetonka.
Prof. L. E. Sayre has been in Philadelphia. He will attend the National Science Association meeting in Buffalo before he returns.
Arthur L. Adams has been meeting with great success in engineering in Nebraska. He is thinking of going to South America this winter.
Fannie Pratt has been at Chapin, Ill., during the summer, and is now at 107 West 13th St.' Kansas City. She will visit Lawrence in September.
H. E. Riggs has returned from an extended visit in the east and at eastern colleges. He takes a post graduate course in mathematics and engineering at the U. this year.
Dr. Lippincott has been visiting the various parts of the state in the interest of K. S. U. Much of her success in the past has been due to the efforts of the Chancellor.
Quite a ripple of surprise was created in University circles last week by the announcement of the marriage of Mr. Alfred F. Yohe to Miss Franc Hunt. Both are well known in fraternity circles of K. S. U. The Courier extends congratulations and best wishes.
E. C. Little now has charge of Barker, Gleed & Gleed's law office in Lawrence. This is a fine position and Mr. Little is in every way worthy of it.
Prof. Robinson has been in the city all summer. He succeeds in keeping cool by telling of the vast number of fish he caught "while he was in Wisconsin."
Frank Burton, well known to the Phi Pisie, of the K. C. Union depot ticket office, has had an attack of malaral fever, and has just returned to his post, after a visit to his Indiana home.
H. J. Humphrey was prominently mentioned as a candidate for attorney general in the Democratic convention. He is the youngest man ever mentioned for the place, being but twenty-four years old.
W, T. Little delivered the Fourth of July oration at Leoti, and paralyzed the natives with his eloquence. Will is one of the prominent citizens of Wichita county. He may return to take law this year.
Harry A. Smith received the appointment to West Point last week. In competitive examination he stood $25\frac{1}{2}$ points higher than any other candidate. So does the old Courier editor-in-chief distinguish himself.
'84, Sam T. Seaton, has been in Lawrence this week with the Olathe baseball club. Sam will probably sign with one of the league clubs next year. Later: Lawrence, 29; Olathe, 7. Sam has drawn in his horns.
Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Carrie Steinberg, the beautiful and accomplished daughter of Hon. S. Steinberg, to Mr. Benj. Barnett, a leading merchant of Jerseyville, Ill. Mr. Barnett is to be congratulated on winning such a charming bride.
Miss Jennie Anderson, daughter of Mrs. Noble Prentis, of Atchison, contemplates taking a special course at the University this winter. The fact that Mr. and Mrs. Prentis, people so excellently acquainted with the best schools of our country, show this preference for our institution, speaks well for us, indeed, and we heartily welcome the young lady.
Prof. Olin Templin was married in August to Miss Lena VanVoorhes. Both are members of the class of '86. Mr. Templin was one of the brightest men of '86, and is well known in Lawrence. Miss VanVoorhes has won many warm friends in college by her sweet and modest demeanor, and all will unite in wishing the newly married couple much joy.
Prof. J. W. Gleed will be married on August 25, to Miss Grace Greer of Topeka. Mr. Gleed is one of the best known of the alumni of Kansas University. He has been connected with his alma mater as professor of Greek and professor of Law. He has a good Law practice in Topeka. Miss Greer is one of Topeka's prominent young ladies. Congratulations.
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Snow Hall is now nearly done. In two weeks the professor will occupy it. It is certainly a very great improvement, and will be a just source of pride to all students and friends of the State University.
Considering the shortness of the crops this year, Dr. Lippincott does not expect any larger attendance than last. However, we are satisfied with this, as the number of collegiate students will be larger, and the number of preparatory smaller than ever before.
The Lawrence base ball association has fenced and graded the old ball ground on Massachusetts street. It behooves the students to take immediate steps to secure the right to use it. It is now one of the best ball parks in the west, and a real honor to the energy and enterprise of Lawrence.
The students are often inclined to cavil at Dr. Lippincott's oft repeated remarks in regard to the care of the building. It is true that vandalism does not exist in K. S. U, to any alarming extent, but penile marks and chalk marks which are made in a year add much to the difficulty of cleaning the building, and scratches of the knife or other sharp instruments do no not wash out. Let us have more pride about this matter, and give the doctor less cause for talking.
--will make many and warm friends in his new office.
Let every one of our students exert himself as much as possible in the interest of the University at this time. See if you cannot bring some new students back with you. Talk about the University all you can, and let the people of Kansas know that their own state offers as good facilities for collegiate instruction as the eastern colleges. There is no reason for any Kansan to attend an eastern college, when we have such an institution at our very door.
Mr. Orlando J. Woodard, the new clerk of the University, has entered upon his duties. The students will find him a courteous, obliging and pleasant gentleman, who will undoubtedly pay strict attention to the work devolving upon him. He is a thorough business man, having held positions of trust in the Indian service, and we have no doubt that he
The Outlook.
It has been often said that the University is not prospering; that the number of students is on the decrease, and that on this account the people of the state should not support it as they have been doing. What nonsense! Admit that we have not as large an attendance as we once had; it signifies nothing. The large preparatory department has been taken away, thus relieving the faculty of an immense burden. The Normal department no longer exists, and a large number of students stopped when the department was suspended. The removal of these two departments, while it lessens the attendance, is a great advantage to the college, as it enables our faculty to devote their whole time to the collegiate classes; it reduces the size of these classes by removing irregular students, and it tends thus to raise the grade of our school.
This year there will probably be a small attendance from the rural districts. The crops are small, it is hard for our farmers to carry on their work, and money is hard to obtain. Hence, the sons of farmers will have to stay at home and spend the year in farm work instead of coming to the University. This does not apply to the State University alone. The attendance at Baker, Washburn and other schools will be reduced as well. There is no need for croakers to say that K. S. U. is losing her hold on the people. Our regents acted for the good of the school in removing two departments. Natural causes will effect any school. This state of affairs demands more earnest work from our students and alumni.
The Courier has constantly said : "Keep K. S. U. before the people, write to your home papers, tell your friends of her advantages and do as much as you can to build her up." We would now repeat this advice. If the students would do as much as they could the work of our faculty and worthy chancellor would be lightened, and much good would be accomplished.
The indications point to a fair increase in attendance. To the new comers we say welcome. We would also say, work, improve your advantages and go away wiser than when you came. To the old students but little need be said. They know what the University expects of them and what is for their own best interest.
W. H. Brown has gone to Washington, D. C., where he will spend the summer studying the anatomy and structure of animals in the National museum. Mr. Brown has given special attention to the natural sciences. With the energy which always marks him, he has worked extra hours, and last winter put in all his spare time preparing and mounting the skeleton of a horse. This was difficult work, as he had to thoroughly study and understand every joint, bone and position of the animal. The work was so well done that Prof. Snow has placed it in his laboratory. On his recent visit to Washington Prof. Snow told the professor in charge of the National museum of Mr. Brown's work and ability, and the professor offered to give him his personal instruction and supervision if Brown would come to the museum. It is a great compliment to Mr. Brown, and his many friends will rejoice with him over his well earned honor, and will also be glad he will return to the University next fall.—Evening Tribune.
A Deserved Honor.
The Death of Amos A. Lawrence.
The Death of Amos A. Lawrence.
The announcement of the death of Amos A. Lawrence will cast a shadow of grief over the opening of our college year. To Mr. Lawrence is due the credit of founding the University. He it was who gave $10,000 to the people of the city to found a school of high grade, and when the state agitated the matter of establishing a State University, Mr. Lawrence consented to transfer his gift to the state. He has always been among the most benevolent of the sons of the old Bay state, and his wealth, all earned by honest, untiring effort, was largely spent for philanthropic and educational purposes. The Emigrant Aid Society found him a strong helper, and the beautiful city of Lawrence received far more than a name from the good old man.
Many and bitter will be the tears shed for him. He will always be regarded as one of those old sturdy, honest and conscientious puritans whose race is fast dying out. He has lived his life well, and when the last day shall come he will be greeted with that blessed "Well done, thou good and faithful servant."
Hanover College.
The commencement season is always a time of mingled joy and sadness. To the graduate the vast arena of life opens, with all its possibilities of success. Delight at the idea of beginning active, independent life is mingled with regret, as the "good bye" and the hearty shake of the hand warns the alumnus that college ties must be severed, and that college friendships, however close, must be broken.
Last commencement, after having bade farewell to my classmates of four years, I turned my face eastward to see how other colleges compared with ours, to make new acquaintances amongst the boys of those colleges and to see re enacted the scenes of parting of college friends. Twenty-four hours after leaving Lawrence, I found myself in North Vernon, Ind., with two hours in which to look around and get my supper. Soon I was on board a J. M. and I train bound for Madison. The only thing worthy of note on the ride was the descent of the inclined plane between North Madison and Madison. At North Madison we changed engines, and within a few hundred yards our train began to go down hill. The first thought was one of regret that I did not have an accident policy; the next, of home and friends and Alma Mater; then as the train moved down between the precipitous and rocky walls of the cut, I began to experience a feeling of pleasure at the novelty of the thing. This is said to be the greatest smooth grade in the world. The road goes from the highlands down some 400 feet to the banks of the Ohio, in a mile and a half or thereabouts, with
out cable, cogs or any other means of safety than the brakes.
I spent the night in Madison, and in the morning joined a party going to Hanover. I hardly know how to express the pleasures of that ride. Seven miles over a good made road, now up a little hill whence we could overlook the pretty little city and see for miles up and down the beautiful valley of the Ohio, now beneath over-hanging cliffs clad with vines, then a sudden turn plunged us into the woods, past an old toll house and gate, all covered with moss. Thus the road constantly turned on itself, ever presenting new objects to the view, all of which were beautiful and picturesque. I could not help eny ing the Hanover boys that road. What a delightful place it would be for a moonlight ride with some sweet girl to listen to the words called forth by the romantic surroundings. Oh, if those rocks and trees could speak, what tales they could tell! How the brave youth of Hanover and the fair maids of Madison would blush to have their secrets thus exposed! But I linger too long. We at length arrived on the top of the hill and saw Hanover Village. It is a little place, smaller than Baldwin, with nothing in it of interest but the college. Nothing of interest, did I say? That does not refer to those who ever went to college there; for them every house, every street has its tender recollections. Hanover is located about a mile from the Ohio, on a high table land. It is surrounded by lovely valleys, and near it are several waterfalls, rivaling in beauty many of the more famous falls of the country. I have never seen a spot more quiet yet more absolutely beautiful than the fall which I was privileged to visit, and the valley below it. Around these falls and in these quiet nooks and corners, beautified by the hand of the God of nature, are clustered the hallowed recollections of generations of Hanover boys. What wonder is it that they always speak in loving accents of their college home. Would that we, in "drouthy Kansas," had such an Arcadia in which to spend four years of our lives.
The college is a plain, homely old brick building, with a white cupola which bears a close family resemblance to a cheese box. The chapel and rooms cannot begin to compare with those of K S. U. In the literary society halls I had to stop and acknowledge the superiority of Hanover. The halls are nicely furnished and much prettier than our own. The campus is covered with large trees and overlooks the Ohio river. As far as the building goes, we are far ahead. The Hanover rooms are smaller and fewer in number, nor are they so well furnished. The apparatus and collections are insignificant when compared to ours. Their great advantage is natural location. The place is specially adapted for a college. Instead of level prairies covered with grass and unbroken by tree or shrub, they have lovely hills and valleys, clear streams and picturesque cascades, forests and vine clad bluffs. It seems as if the friendships formed in such a spot must be more lasting, and college cares less painful, than here where nature has not been so beneficial.
What shall I say of the Hanover boys, that they are better than ours?
No. They are the real American college boys, moved by the same impulses, living and working, and meeting pleasure and disappointment just as our boys do. I had some grand times with them, and can only say that when I said good bye I felt a pang of regret at so soon leaving such royal good fellows, and I feel assured that among the most pleasant recollections of my youth will be that of my visit to Hanover college and the Hanover boys.
The University of Kansas.
Every addition which is made to the facilities offered by the University for acquiring a thorough and complete education, any change in method and arrangement which affects the comfort of the student or adds to the effectiveness of the faculty, is matter of interest not only to those who are directly involved but also to the people of the state. The belief generally prevails that the University is growing in efficiency and in influence. It is worth our while to inquire occasionally whether such belief continues well founded.
Snow Hall approaches completion. Prof. Snow and Mr Dyche will move their lecture room work and their laboratories at once into this building. Here also Mr. E. P. West will continue the work which has in the past two and a half years, under his hands, been so rich in results to the University. The Cooper collection of minerals will also be removed at once, as as the collection in the adjoining room. These changes will receive rooms, much needed, in the building. It is proposed grad- t as rapidly as possible, to the show cases from main Snow Hall. When in this geological specimens, recent acquisitions, ud show room, we will be a surprise friends of
These changes will allow a re-distribution of lecture rooms. Prof. Carrith, it is hoped, and Mr. Brownell and Mr.A.G.Canfield will have permanent places assigned to them. The Department of Law should receive increased accommodations. The Library should now have two rooms in order properly to shelve its books, and to accommodate the increasing number of those who are learning to make use of it. These changes can not all be accomplished at once, but none of them need be delayed beyond the Christmas vacation.
The east basement room in the Chemistry Building has been finished since commencement and fitted with tables, sinks, &c., as a Laboratory for the Department of Pharmacy. This Department, though but one year old, is already in most excellent condition.
Very considerable additions have been made during the past year to the apparatus in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
The Department of German and French has likewise received very considerable additions in the importations from Europe of plaster casts, maps, photographs, &c. It has thus been placed in better condition than ever before.
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ranger in the morably tilled A. R, Marshidge, a graduate of Harvard, and comes most highly recommended. He will be found a pleasant, agreeable gentleman, an enthusiastic scholar, an earnest and successful teacher. Miss Anna March will be a stranger to most students, but she is well and favorably known in Lawrence. As a teacher of music she has won notable success in Cincinnati. The University is to be congratulated that she is added to its music faculty.
Mr. Woodard, the newly employed clerk and book-keeper, comes to the University with an experience of twelve years, gained in the employ of the United States government. Giving his whole time to the work, Mr. Woodard's service will undoubtedly be found largely to contribute to the convenience of all who come into business relations with the office.
Students will find everything ready for their reception. The new superintendent, Mr. E. F. Crocker, has completely overhauled and repaired the heating apparatus, so that he is confident that the buildings can be comfortable in the coldest weather. The various halls and lecture rooms have been cleaned with more than usual care and thoroughness. A prosperous collegiate year will have auspicious beginning on the eighth day of September, 1S86.
First Days of the Term.
The Fall term at the State University opens on the "Wednesday following the first Monday in September." This occurs the present year, on Wednesday, September 8th. The first two days are devoted to entrance examinations, to the recording of grades, whether given for work done in these examinations or accepted from preparatory schools, and to the recording and compiling of the studies selected for the term, whether by applicants for admission or by former students. On Friday morning at ten o'clock (not nine o'clock, as heretofore), there will be a general assembly of students in University Hall, followed by brief gathering of the classes in the various lecture rooms, for the purpose of meeting the professors and arranging for recitations. The lectures and recitations will begin on Monday, 13th. In order that the class work begin without delay or interruption on Monday morning, it seems imperatively necessary that all students make their selections and seek enrollment before Friday. It is proposed that complete lists of all the classes shall be made up in the office in time to be distributed to the professors on Monday morning. From that time it is expected that the classes will do full work. From that time, also, professors will be unable, except by special appointment, either to examine applicants for admission or to advise with students in regard to optional courses. Wednesday and Thursday, 8th and 9th, are set apart for this preliminar work.
All students should seek admission into their classes through the office. Old students will record their studies with Prof. Robinson. Applicants for admission should go first to the office on the north side of the entrance hall.
A large force of workmen under Supt. Crocker, are busy cleaning and renovating the college building.
From Ablene Daily Gazette. By '87.
Homo Doctus.
He had just returned from college, with a wealth of classic knowledge, and he used it in analogy and brilliant metaphor.
He could give the conjugation of each word and its formation; and could trace it by relation, through three languages or more.
He had studied Locke and Bacon, whom he proved to be mistaken worthy, hence to be forsaken, by the more progressive school.
And he spoke with seeming function, on each intellectual function, and the conscience whose compunction, tells us of the "golden rule."
But he found no greater pleasure, than in speaking of the measure, found in Homer and the treasure, brought to light in recent years;
He was none the less the master, of the prophet Zoroaster, worthy teacher and ancestor, whom the Persian still reveres.
He could find the right ascension, of each star and its declension; and he loved with marked attention, all the heavenly vault to scan.
He could give the emenation, of each species and its station, in the order of creation, from amoebas up to man.
He had thought his reputation, co-extensive with the nation, to whose mental liberation, he looked forward with delight.
And he thought the world would meet him, and with outstretched hands would greet him; thought that nothing could defeat him; for in knowledge there is might.
But his joyous expectation, met complete annihilation, when, to his humiliation, he was slighted everywhere.
For the state refused to feed him, and his county didn't need him, so, with no one to impede him, he has gone to cutting hair.
LOCAL.
The house of Spangler is exceedingly happy over the arrival of a ten pound boy yesterday.
Miss Emma White gave a "Mother Hubbard" party in honor of Miss Clara Coffin of Leavenworth, who is visiting her this week.
Miss Mamie Tisdale entertained her friends last Thursday, with a corn roasting party. This is a novelty among Lawrence society people and was thoroughly enjoyed by those who were fortunate enough to be invited. The evening was pleasantly passed in dancing and other amusements, and all left voting Miss Tisdale a charming entertainer.
Manager March, of Bowersock's opera house, with his usual enterprise has an especially good program for fair week. The renowned comedian, Sol Smith Russell, will be here on the 6th, 7th, and 8th of September, with all his comic songs and amusing antics. The mere announcement of appearance will insure him a large audience. No student should fail to see him.
Mr. E. C. Little has taken aposition with the law firm of Barker, Gleed & Gleed, and will have charge of the office in this city. It is a fine position for a young man, and Mr. Little is certainly worthy of it. He
We clip the following from the *Tribune*:
graduated at the University in both literary and law departments, during his college course taking the highest hoors bestowed by faculty and fellow students. He is a hard student, an undefatigable worker and one of the best speakers ever in the University. He now has a broader field for the exercise of his talents, and will undoubtedly take a high rank at once in his chosen profession, and will be a valuable addition to the bar of Lawrence."
The alumni of our University are fast rising to prominence. E. C. Little, '83, and Law class, '86, is well known to all our students. He was clerk of the- University and won many warm friends there.
The Second Biennical Convention of the Sigma Nu fraternity was held in the parlors of the Phoenix Hotel, Lexington, Kentucky, August 4 and 5. Nineteen chapters were represented by about thirty delegates, coming from twelve states. Kansas chapter was represented by P. R. Bennett and G. W. Harrington, who secured for the chapter two of the grand officers and the publication of the Delta. The Delta was changed by the convention from a quarterly to a bi-monthly, and subscription made compulsory on all active members. This makes the fourth fraternity journal which has come to K. S. U. to be published. One entire session was taken up with the constitution, and numerous changes were made which it is hoped will promote the prosperity of the fraternity. The next convention will be held in Bermingham, Alabama, in August, 1887. Arrangements were made for getting out a catalogue some time this year. The convention closed with a grand banquet, presided over by Bennett, and Murphy of Washington and Lee.
NOTES.
Lawrence Coal.
Realizing that it requires time to develop the coal mines of our city so as to supply the local demands for coal, and anticipating the certain advance in price. I have bought at low figures several carloads of hard and soft coal of best quality, and can sell same, delivered from car as low as coal of same grade can be handled. See me before you buy.
A. J. GRIFFIN.
Changed Hands.
Since our last issue Mr. E. C. Mull, the popular confectioner, has retired from business and has been succeeded by Mr. John Egner. Mr. Egner has renovated and refitted the place, making it almost entirely new with one exception;Mr. Harris still being retained to attend to the wants of the student, as of old. The business will be conducted on the same plan as before. Ice cream and oysters in season All orders for supplers given prompt attention.
Fair Week.
Attractions at the opera house will be simply great. In addition to Sol Smith Russell, the first three nights, Manager March has secured for the last three nights the great spectacular extravagance, the "Devil's Auction." The company is simply immense, and the costumes and scenery the finest ever carried. In taking in the attractions of fair week, don't forget this great treat.
GROCERIES! GROCERIES!
Special Discounts
Made to Students!
WHITCOMB BROS.
Rooms and Board.
We recommend the following places as desirable. R. means room alone; b. board alone; r. and b. means room and board. Terms are by the week.
920 Vermont Street. 6 b, $3.
MRS. HETTICH.
1238 Kentucky St., desires to cook for club of 16; also 3 r. with bd.
MRS. BLACKMAN.
1344 Kentucky St. 6 b. Gents preferred.
MRS. W. INGERSOLL.
1247 Tennessee St. 6 b. Gents or ladies
MRS. REYNOLDS
1105 Kentucky St. 2 nicely fur. r. Accommodate4, $4.00.
MRS. H. W. GRANT.
1222 Vermont or Ky Sts. 4 r., or 6 r. and b., $3.50 No. fuel. Ladies preferred.
RICE
1836 Tennessee St., b, and r. 10 gents.
MRS. DIXON.
First house south of University. 6 r. and b. and piano, or club of 24. MRS L WAFFLES.
MRS. L. WAFFLES.
1210 Ohio St. 2 r., supplied with: water and escaper. One heated. B.W.LEGAS
E. W. LUCAS.
STUDENTS
WILL FIND THE
Lawrence House
A good place for Boarding, o Room and Board.
STUDENTS
WILL FIND
FALLEY
At his old stand, ready to turnish board at prices which meet those charged by private parties. Best table in the city. Also seven nicely turnedished rooms for rent. Accommodations will be found superior to any other. Finest and freshest stock of candies, fruits, nuts, etc. Oysters served in every style. Give us a call.
Horsford's ACID PHOSPHATE
(LIQUID)
A preparation of the phosphates of lime, magnesia, potash and iron with phosphoric acid in such form as to be readily assimilated by the system. Prepared according to the directions of Prof. E N. Horsford, of Cambridge, Mass.
FOR DYSPEPSIA,
Mental and Physical Exhaustion Weakened Energy Nervousness, Indigestion, Etc.
Universally recommended and prescribed by physicians of all schools.
Its action will harmonize with such stimulants as are necessary to take.
It is the best tonic known, furnishing sustenance to both brain and body.
It makes a delicious drink with water and sugar only.
Invigorating, Strengthening,
Healthful, Refreshing.
Prices Reasonable. Pamphlet giving further particulars mailed free. Manufactured by the Ramford Chemical Works, Providence, R. L.
BEWARE OF IMITATIONS.
WM. WIEDEMANN,
The Student's Friend!
In 1865, established what is now the best and most reliable Confectionery and Refreshment Depot in the State.
His Pure Candies are Unexcelled.
Make a specialty of
PURE ICE CREAM.
KAN.
**Creamis, Ices, Sodas, Lemonades, Candies**
Nuts, Foreign and Domestic Fruits to be found on
the market are always on hand.
STUDENTS!
You will always find a complete line of TEXT BOOKS ON HAND, and all kinds of supplies, at the
LOWEST PRICE IN THE CITY,
at our store. We have supplied Students of the University for twenty years, and know what you want and how to treat you. Students who will send their address, we will mail a list of all books used in each class. Old and new students always made welcome.
Any information as to Boarding places, or order for Text Books by mail, will receive prompt attention.
Any information as to Boarding places, or order for Text Books by mail, will receive prompt attention. J. S. CREW & CO., Book-Sellers.
THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS.
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
Now in the Twentieth Year of its history, has established a Department of Science, Literature and the Arts; a Department of Law, a Department of Music, Department of Pharmacy. and a Department of Art.
It is thus prepared to give thorough collegiate instruction and professional training in the Departments named, MSCSI and DEPARTMENT presents eight distinct courses leading to the degrees of B. A. and B. S.
The course of study has been rearranged and enlarged in the DEPARTMENT OF LAW. The course of studies covers two years. Tuition $25 per annum.
The best instruction is given in Piano,
years. Tuition $25 per annum.
THE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC has been in successful operation for two years. The best instruction is given in Piano,
Vocal Culture, Chorus Singing, etc.
THE DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY was opened in the fall of 1885. It is already an assured success. Instruction theoretical and practical, 3,000 physicians prescriptions in the original are in use in the department. Course in the University, two years leading, after two years of practical work, to the degree Ph. G. Tuition, $25 per annum.
Johns heading, after two years of practical work, to the degree F. M. Tartan, gce per amateur DEPARTMENT OF ART was opened in the tail of 1885, under the care of Miss Mary L. Simpson. Instruction is given in Drawing, Oil Painting, Water Colors, Decorations, etc. The department is maintained, especially for those who lack the preparation in the languages required for admis-
Drawing, Oil Painting, Water Colors, Decorat.
A Preparatory Department is maintained especially for those who lack the preparation in the languages required for admission to the Freshman class.
The secret of success in business is in the liberal use of printer's ink and telling the truth. This the INDIANA CASH GROCERY believe and practice. By so doing they have built up the largest trade in Lawrence.
SELING FOR CASH ONLY,
They give big bargains. Call and be convinced.
The next term will open Wednesday, Sept. 8th.
For catalogue and any information, address J. A. LIPPINCOTT, D. D., Lawrence, Kan.
The above is the advertisement which won the $10 prize offered by the Indiana Cash Grocery, written by Stoney C. Prentice, 16 years old, a pupil in the Lawrence High School.
No. 803 Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, Kansas.
FIELD & HARGIS University Book Store.
All Text Books in stock. Supplies used by the students, at prices lower than the lowest. 100 Boarding places on our Students' Register.
LOCAL.
Hunting rooms is in order.
Only two weeks more of vacation.
School begins in fair week, as usual.
The Phi Psis will run a dining club this year.
The University opens on the 8th of September.
The Phi Gams will run a club this year as they did last.
A new stock of chemicals have been purchased for the chemical department.
The Phi Gamms and the Phi Psis who were in the city, with the addition of some of the boys from down town, made a merry picnicing and dancing crowd during vacation.
The Hillside club will be conducted as usual this year.
The fight for fraternity members promises to be as hot this year as heretofore.
Soon we will see the harvesting on the summers crop of mustaches, sideburns, and whiskers.
The Usher Guards have new full dress uniforms. The boys look splendid in them.
A fine house is being built at the foot of the hill on the corner of Adams and Tennessee streets.
Several High Schools have lately been added to the list of those preparing scholars for the University.
The State Agricultural Society have decided to place a cut of the University as the frontispiece of the coming report.
A new laboratory has been nicely fitted up on the first floor of the chemical building, for the pharmacy department.
Work has not been resumed on Robinson auenue. Something should be done or the city will not get the benefit of Govenor Robinson's kind offer.
The first thing the new student should do, is to subscribe for the Courier. All old students should renew their subscription.
The heating apparatus for Snow Hall is being placed in position, and five rooms are to be ready for use at the opening of the year.
Dr. T. H. Rockwell, '86, has returned from an extended trip along the Pacific coast. He will return to New York in September.
which demands care of knowledge—a business way of gent's purchasing goods of the best quality at the lowest price.
Suits, rant goods, etc., to be found in the city. A liberal discount to students.
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185 Mass St., LAWRENCE, KAN.
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