Summer Session Kansan
76th Year, No. 6
Lawrence, Kansas
Friday, July 1, 1966
Summer closing plan succeedina
By Connie Myers
The extended closing hour system for upperclass women was an experiment this summer, and it has been most successful during the two weeks it has been in effect.
"We have been very pleased with the way the new program has worked," stated Mrs. Frank Shavlik, assistant to the dean of women. "The girls have cooperated to make the new system a success."
KU women affected by the new system seem very pleased with the extension of their freedom.
"I AM VERY GLAD the ID cards finally went into effect," stated a junior resident of McCollum Hall. "People in dorms should have the same freedom as those living in apartments. I think the extended closing at KU was long overdue."
A Wellington senior said, "I am 20 years old and I didn't like having a closing restriction placed on me. I think when I have almost reached voting age, I should be given the privilege of setting my own closing hours. I'm really glad
There are many practical reasons for the extended closing system. A senior noted, "I live in Chicago; and sometimes when I'm coming back from breaks, my train doesn't get in till after closing. I used to have to go through all sorts of red tape just in case my train might be late. Now I can sign out, and there's no problem. I think it's great!"
the new system was approved."
THE NEW CLOSING system has levied more responsibility on women. "I have to use my own judgment in deciding when to come in," said a Salina junior. "I like the sense of responsibility. The new closing hours give you the freedom you simply couldn't have before."
KU brings writers to meeting
By Dennis Buck
Writers of fiction and non-fiction have been providing information and insight to delegates this week at the 16th KU Writers' Conference. The sessions extend through today.
Most women students seem to be in agreement on the program's worth. The male students have some definite opinions also. Said a Wichita senior, "I like the new closing system. It's great to be able to go to Kansas City and not have to worry about getting back on time. It's also nice to go to a party and leave when you want to and not when the clock says the dorm or house is about to lock your date out."
In a welcoming speech, Dean Warren K. Agee of the School of Journalism emphasized "The Power of Words," saying that people live by, fight for and die for words.
"THE MEN WHO shape our destiny, teach, inspire and lead us to deeds of immortality are those who use words with clarity, grandeur and passion," Dean Agee said, citing Socrates, Jesus, Luther, Lincoln and Churchill.
Directing the annual conference and presiding at daily sessions is Miss Frances Grinstead, associate professor of journalism.
The opening speaker, Mrs. Holly Wilson, discussed "The Spirit of Juvenile Writing," telling listeners that juvenile fiction is enjoying one of its best markets.
"AN IDEA that writers should try juvenile fiction because it is easy or simple just does not apply." Mrs. Wilson said.
"Young readers are very critical. Writers must have a good plot. They must have a theme. Characters must possess a crusading spirit, a desire to do good," she said.
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Mrs. Wilson's regular occupation is teaching freshman English at Ferris State College, Big Rapids, Mich.
No Kansan Tuesday
The Summer Session Kansan will not be issued next Tuesday, July 5.
BUT THEN THERE'S the problem of "feeling as though I have to keep my date out after closing cause I know she's signed out. It really can be awkward sometimes," remarked a Kansas City senior.
In showing their appreciation for the new freedom, few upper-class women have abused the privilege. "The women seem to be using some sound judgment in setting their own closing," said a McCollum Hall counselor.
The few anticipated problems in the new closing plan seems to be far outweighed by its initial success. Cathy Mize, Salina senior in charge of the summer closing program, stated, "It is very reassuring that KU women respect their new responsibility. That says something very good for us."
Juniorhigh bandcamp nextinline
Three hundred and fifty junior high school students representing 25 Mid-Western states will arrive Sunday for the sixth annual session of the junior high music camp.
The sixth, seventh, and eighth graders will take part in band, orchestra, and chorus programs during the two-week camp. At the close of the session, the three groups will present a joint concert in the University Theatre. The free concert is scheduled for 3 p.m., Saturday, July 16th.
THE TWO BANDS OF 120 pieces each, the 100 piece orchestra, and the two 165-member choruses will rehearse four hours daily under the leadership of guest conductors. The guest conductor — band: Richard Brummett, director of junior high and senior high bands, Winfield, and David Circle, band director, Shawnee Mission West High School, Shawnee Mission. Chorus: Marilyn Curt, director of choral music, Meadowbrook Junior High School, Shawnee Mission. Orchestra: Loren Crawford, director of orchestra and strings, Weber State College, Ogden, Utah.
Junior high students interested in art have already enrolled in the regular six-week camp session since there is no special junior high division of the art camp. The 339 art campers, ages 13 through 19, have completed two weeks of work and many have finished projects which will be on display in Murphy Hall, beginning today.
The purpose of the camp is to give students a firm basis in art, rather than to prepare works for an exhibit. Selected staff members train the young people in five different artistic areas. Combined classes meet in Swarthout Auditorium on Saturdays for a special art survey (history) class.
Reds at KU? battle is on
By Dan Austin
Communists at KU?
"Yes," says a Topeka publisher, "less than 1 per cent of the student body."
"No," retorts a Lawrence liberal, "but I'll offer a $100 reward if you can find one."
Interesting dialogue? In late September, 1965, Bert C. Carlyle publisher of the Topeka Pictorial-Times, told a Kansan reporter that the number of KU student Communists was less than 1 per cent.
LAST TUESDAY, Laird Wilcox, editor of the Kansas Free Press, issued a public statement offering $100 to Carlyle if he could produce a "bonafide" Communist-a card-carrying party member.
The Topeka publisher refused the challenge.
"Laird (Wilcox) has lost financial and political support for his Free Press since I began my expose of the New Left. Now he just wants to stir up a donnybrook to gain support. I'm going to ignore this naive challenge but I will continue my exposure of Communists." Carlyle said.
In his reward offer, Wilcox said that he had waited nine months for Carlyle to name those who are Communists. He also denied charges that his Free Press circulation was down.
"NINE MONTHS is long enough. I don't like a man who prints such statements and then won't be specific. Apparently Carlyle either doesn't have any information to support his charges, or he won't divulge it." said Wilcox.
Explaining why he wouldn't produce names of KU reds, Carlyle said that much of his information is confidential—information that only he and the FBI have knowledge of.
Carlyle also said that people often misunderstand his definition of a Communist.
"WHEN I USE the word 'Communist,' I'm referring to those who support the same ideology as the international Communist conspiracy. Besides, 95 per cent of the Communist Party members don't carry cards now because it's illegal," Carlyle said.
Apparently the Topeka newsman still feels that there are actual Communist Party members at KU. In a Sept. 16 issue of his Pictorial-Times he maintained that KU contained "one of the most active Communist cells in the United States."
Carlyle also has fingered KU student organizations such as the Students for a Democratic Society and the Student Peace Union as being "subversive Commy organizations."
Wileox, disappointed with Carlyle's failure to accept his offer, said, "Since Carlyle won't bite, I'll make this offer to anybody—just produce one real Communist on this (KU) campus."
THE HUNTER AND THE HUNTED . . .
(Photo by Glen Phillips)
This dog led the Humane Society and helpers a merry chase yesterday when an onlooker called them to pick the dog up. After a valiant flight, the Humane Society won.