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University Daily Kansan
Friday, April 23, 1965
When You're In Doubt, Try It Out—Kansan Classified
Wescoe Supports Dismissal; Stinson's Command Affirmed
HAYS, Kan—University of Kansas Chancellor W. Clarke Wescoe today, at the meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents, released the following statement about the dismissal of KU track coach Bill Easton:
"A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT of emotional response has been generated by the decision to relieve Mr. Easton of his responsibilities as track coach at the University of Kansas. The decision was not made precipitously but came as a result of continuous difficulty. There is no personal animosity involved, at least on the part of Mr. Stinson, our Athletic Director. This is not a matter of personalities; this is not a matter of downgrading any sport; it is one of principle of organization. The question is this: Shall the University's program in inter-collegiate athletics be operated as a confederation of independent, autonomous personnel subject to no regulation, or shall it be a cohesive program
responsible to the University and subject to its administrative procedures? To this question there can be but one reasonable answer. The program, and I repeat the words for emphasis, must be a cohesive one responsible to the University and subject to its administrative procedures.
"IN A MEETEING LAST DECEMBER I found it necessary to restate these principles in a conference with Mr. Stinson and Mr. Easton. I made it clear to both at that time that Mr. Stinson is charged with the administrative responsibility of our athletic program. After an intervening period of disagreement, Mr. Easton informed Mr. Stinson on Monday, last, that he did not intend to abide by the procedures of the department. Faced with this situation Mr. Stinson made a painful but unavoidable decision. Both he
and I regret the decision that was forced upon him.
"When Mr. Stinson upon my recommendation was appointed Athletic Director he assumed great responsibilities. Primary among these was the responsibility for the fiscal soundness of our athletic program. He instituted business and administrative procedures in line with those of every department of the University. He has performed ably and has my complete confidence and support.
"UNDER MR. STINSON'S DIRECTION the athletic program of the University has flourished in all its aspects on a sound financial footing. I have every confidence that it will rise to even greater success in all sports such that it will be a continuing source of pride for all members of the University family."
JAYHAWK FUN FAIRWAY will open FRIDAY, APRIL 23
Come out for an evening of fun and fresh air. Miniature Golf
JAYHAWK FUN FAIRWAY South Hwy. 59 by KLWN Road. Open Daily from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
TODAY
Official Bulletin
KU-Y Model U., All Day, Hoech Auh.
Kansas School Business Officials, All Day
City Managers School, All Day. Kansas Union.
Friday Flicks, 7:00 and 9:30 p.m. Fraser Theater.
Hillel Friday Night Services, 7:30 p.m.
pashv Community Center, 917 Highland
Romance Languages Film, 8:00 p.m.
Dyche, Auditorium.
University Theatre 8:20 p.m. "The
Marriage of Figaro."
Episcopal Evening Prayer, 9:30 p.m.
Danforth, Chapel.
SATURDAY
State High School Music Festival. All Day. Murray Hall.
12 Days, All Day.
KU-Y Model United Nations, All Day.
Heeh Auud.
Romance Languages Film, 10:00 a.m.
"Calle Mayor." Dyche Auditorium.
Concert, 8:00 p.m. Henry Mancini!
Allen Field House.
University Theatre, 8:20 p.m. "The Marriage of Figaro."
SUNDAY
United Campus Christian Fellowship,
9:15 a.m.-study seminar; 10:45 a.m.
morning worship; 5:15 p.m.-evening
societyhip. C.F. (Westminster) Center,
1204 Oread
Quaker Meeting, 10:30 a.m. Danforth College Friends Meeting welcomes visitors.
Mt. Oread Cycling Club—Sunday Afternoon 2:30 p.m. 9 W 14th Street, Lawrence.
Carlton Recital, 3:00 p.m. Albert Gerken.
University Concert Course, 3:30 p.m.
Curtis-Verna, soprano, University
Theatre.
International Club Banquet, 5:30 p.m.
Ballroom, Kansas University. Footos
for children. $195. Call (212) 684-7652.
Newman Forum Lecture, 8:00 p.m.
Jam P. Augell, Room Forum, Kansas
U.
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UNIVERSITY THEATRE
PRESENTS
"THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO"
Comic Opera in English by Mozart
Friday & Saturday - --- April 16-17
Friday & Saturday - --- April 23-24
Curtain 8:20 p.m.
Tickets: $2.40, $1.80, $1.20
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or Reservations Call Murphy Hall Box Office UN 4-3982