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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 7, 1932)
National Conference Lauds U. of O. Debate, Journalism 'Mimnaugh Attends Annual Congress; A. S. V. O. Ticice Praised f - Brian Mimnaugh, student body president, has recently returned from the seventh annual congress of the National Student Federa tion of America, which met in To ledo, Ohio, from December 27 to 31. The first official act of the con gress was the passing of a reso lution commending the University of Oregon on work in interna tional debating. More progress has been made in this field by Oregon than by any other institu tion in the country. System Here “Ideal” According to the findings of the congress, the University of Ore gon has an ideal system pertain ing to journalism. Mimnaugh out lined the functions of our board of publication for the N. S. F. A. Students from eastern institutions especially considered the system here to be ideal. One of the important services which the N. S. F. A. renders to the students of America is made through the travel bureau. Stu dents who plan to go abroad are helped in obtaining special rates and arranging their itineraries. Foreign students are also assisted by the bureau. Several recommendations for the betterment of colleges and univer sities were made by the congress. Some of them follow: The publications committee should have power to appoint and replace editors of school publics tions and yearbooks. Its power .should be advisory rather than dic tatorial. All students should be compelled to subscribe to yearbooks. Scholarships Get O. K. Scholarships to athletes were justified. The congress considered this to be comparable to scholar ships granted to musicians and | art majors. The N. S. F. A. declared against compulsory military training. The committee on international relations was the largest in the entire meet. Representatives from the southern states believed that students did not know enough about foreign affairs to discuss them intelligently. This was not the opinion of the majority, how ever. The entry of the United States into the League of Nations and the World Court was favored. The United States should not protect by force of arms invest ments of American citizens in for eign countries. Prohibition Voted Down The congress is opposed to pro hibition as it now stands. Edward R. Murrow, Washington State college, who has been presi dent for the past two years, pre sided at the conference. New of ficers elected were: Kelly Niemic, University of Arizona, president; Evelyn Mae Coffey, Southern Methodist university, vice-presi dent; and F. J. Ives of the Uni versity of Florida, treasurer. The next congress of the Na tional Student Fdeeration of America will be held in New Or leans, Louisiana. Seattle Baritone To Be Presented In Concert Here Paul Engberg Will Appear At Music Auditorium On January 14 Paul Engberg, Seattle baritone Who has just returned from six years of study and operatic en gagements in Europe, will be pre sented in recital in the Music building auditorium on Thursday night, January 14, at 8:15 o’clock. Aurora Potter Underwood will be the accompanying pianist. This concert will be sponsored by Phi Beta, national women’s music and drama sorority, and the proceeds will be used for the sup port of scholarships in the Uni versity. Tickets are now being sold by Phi Beta members, and are 50 cents to students. Engberg has been enthusiasti cally received in recent concerts in Seattle. His voice is strong and well handled. Born in Copen hagen, Denmark, Engberg spent the first five years of his life in Europe. His mother was then studying violin in continental mu sic centers. He received his education in the Pacific Northwest, later going to Harvard, where he was a member of the famous Harvard glee club. After graduation, he studied voice in Copenhagen, Berlin, and Vienna, his teachers being some of the finest masters of operatic singing in the Old World. Engberg will be in the North west only a few weeks more, since he must leave in February to fill operatic engagements in Austria and Germany. Conference Plans Topic For Honorary Meet Today The opening winter term meet ing of Theta Sigma Phi, women’s national journalism honorary, will be held today in room 105 of the Journalism building at 5 p. m. At this meeting plans for the entertainment of the wives of the editors of state publications, who will hold their annual conference on the campus January 21, 22 and 23, will be discussed. Also the open literary meeting plans will be brought up. Arrangements will be made at this time to fill the vacancy of the presidential chair left vacant by Eleanor Jane Ballantyne, who is not in school this term. How ever, she plans to return for the spring term. COUNCIL, WILL MEET The regular meeting of the In terfraternity council is scheduled for 4 o’clock this afternoon in the offices of Virgil Earl, dean of men. The group is expected to discuss the success or failure of the new grade system and fraternity init iation plan on the life of the living organizations, according to Mr. Earl. Winter Term Extension Division Adds Courses Classes Held at Lincoln School and Portland Central Library Winter term of the Portland ex tension division of the University opened Monday as classes were re sumed in the Lincoln high school and the Central library. During the fall term 1955 students were enrolled in more than 100 courses. A number otf new classes have been added for the winter term. A course in methods of health educa tion will be offered. Merchandis ing, a study of the various phases of this industry, is anothr added course. A practical course in con ducting group conferences and public meetings is among the new subjects. A class in investments with ad ditional classes in public speaking, continue the list. Cartography and map reading will be given for the first time in Portland. Two new courses in sociology have been added. Social pathology and the field of social work are the two. Classes in literature, written English, anthropology, his tory, business law, advertising, education, journalism, music, nurs ing education, philosophy are the other courses open to new stu dents. II. of O. Extension Courses Include Many Subjects Obsidian Club Sponsoring Class in ‘Oregon’s Out-of-Doors’ The University of Oregon exten sion division has arranged an in teresting schedule of night classes. I They began on Monday, January 4, and those interested in taking them are urged to register at once, as only the classes with sufficient enrollment can be continued. Uni versity credit will be given for each course except the one on Ore gon’s Out-of-Doors, sponsored by the Obsidian club. A course of 12 special lectures on Oregon’s Out-of-Doors is being offered by the extension division in cooperation with the Obsidian club. Lectures will be given on Monday evenings, 7:15 to 8:15, in Room 101 Condon hall. Miss Henrietta Morris, director of health education in the Oregon Tuberculosis association, is con ducting another new course which will be of interest to prospective teachers and teachers. The course has been designed to assist teach ers by presenting modern methods in health education. The work will include class lec tures and projects which the stu dents will develop in the classroom under the supervision and obser vation of the instructor. Special emphasis will be placed upon the practical application of modern health methods to classroom sit uations. The class will meet on Thursday evenings, 7:15 to 9:15, in Room 107 Commerce building. Every Tuesday evening, Dr. Vic tor P. Morris’ economic class will take up the foundations for the economic expansion of Oregon considering the historical and eco nomic basis for the development of the state. Dr. Rudolf H. Ernst will teach a course in contemporary litera ture, which will this term take up such writers as Yeats, W. H. Hud son, Amy Lowell, Eugene O'Neill, Joseph Conrad, Virginia Woolf, and others. The class will meet every Monday evening in Room 106 Commerce. Classes in intellectual history will be taught by Dr. Andrew Fish every Wednesday evening in Room 4 in the Commerce building. The winter term will be devoted to the influences of Voltaire, Francis Ba con and the scientists, and the rise of social scientists. Seven Students Confined To University Infirmary Robert Tugman and Carl Webb have been spending the vacation in the infirmary. Two days after Christmas, Webb was operated up on for appendicitis. He is doing nicely and expects to be out in a few days. Dave Epps, a graduate student, was admitted to the infirmary last night. Other patients at the in firmary are Eldon Woodin, Jose Farinos, Clara Maertens, and Af fie Reagan. Typewriters REMINGTON — ROYAL UNDERWOOD FOR RENT We have a large assort ment of brand new machines of all staiul k r d makes to rent. These typewriters can be contracted for by the month, term, or year at a rent of - Per Month SLIGHTLY USED typewriters of stand ard make, that have been reclaimed this month, are now offered at a special reduction. These machines are in A-l condition and are of the latest models. Regularly $t>0, but spe cially priced at - $A Per Ream TYPING PAPER Per Ream CARBON PAPER TYPE CLEANER RIBBONS the CO-OP i TALKIE TOPICS ^ HEILIG — “The Dreyfus Case,” with Cedric Hardwicke. Show ing till Friday. McDONALD — “Road to Reno,” starring Lilyan Tashman and Buddy Rogers. Showing for the last time today. COLONIAL “Monkey Business,” starring the four Marx brothers. Showing till Saturday. STATE “Seas Beneath,” with George O’Brien. Showing today only. By KALB HMASON “Drefus Case,” at Ht-ilig This portrayal of one of the most widely known and talked of crim inal cases is accurately called “a page out of history,” for it is just that. The picture centers upon the trial in 1894, the conviction, and ultimate release of Captain Alfred Dreyfus of the French army. In cidentally Dreyfus is now living quietly in the south of France. Cedric Hardwicke who plays the part of Dreyfus resists the tempta tion to over-dramatize his part and in doing so presents a more oc curate characterization of the real man. Beatrix Thompson as Drey fus' ever faithful wife plays a mi nor part, not enough it seems to really give justice to her undying and finally successful efforts to secure her husband’s release. Capitalizing on the notoriety of this case and the authenticity which Dreyfus himself vouched for, the film strives to present an un adulterated picturization of what misguided justice is capable of. By ROY SHEEDY Fox McDonald The divorce problem at Reno still lies heavily on the minds of some of our talkie scenarists, as witness the current production, “The Road to Reno,” showing for the last time today at the McDon ald. The picture presents a dram atic episode in the life of a New York family, the mother of which could not stay married or single. Most of the action takes place in Reno. This picture, incidentally, carries the last stand of the ju venile, Charles “Buddy” Rogers, who is about to offer his talents to radio orchestral work. The radio probably will receive Buddy more kindly. Lilyan Tashman as Mrs. Miller, the exceedingly young mother of a VISIT DeNeffes Winter Clearance Polo Coats $17.85—$22.85 $27.85 Suits $9.95 to $32.85 Big Reductions on British Shoes Lotus Pac $14.80 John Winter $10.85 Bates Shoes . $6.00 White Shirts Regular $1.95 Sale—$1.35 YOI’l.L FIN'D THE THINGS YOl' NEED AT REDUCED PRICES DeNeffes 1021 Willamette jut* tour iTiarx uruuiera wiiu are making “Monkey Business,” at the Colonial till Saturday. I : grown daughter (Peggy Shannon), and William Boyd (of the stage) carry off whatever acting honors there are in this slow-moving drama. Attempts to lighten this picture with a bit of comedy are sad. Skeets Gallagher, whose hu mor is usually so effervescent, is pitiful. Strengthening the program, how ever, is one of those interesting Paramount "Screen Souvenirs,” showing bits of the movies of 30 years ago. Part of a Chaplin com edy is featured. “Monkey Business” at Colonial If you like good, absolutely "nerty” musical comedy, let the four Marx Brothers make "Monkey Business,” for you. This constant ly uproarious picture which is sat urated with witty witticisms and silly syllables is showing till Sat urday at the Colonial. The four Marx brothers give a comic touch that is a knock-out. “Seas Beneath,” at State "Seas Beneath,” starring George O’Brien in a tale of wandering j waves and women which is showing at the State for today only. Dean Schwering Asks Scheduling Of Dantes Early Failure To Plaee Functions On Social List Will Cause Canceling All dances given by sororities, fraternities, classes, or other or ganizations must be approved by the dean of women’s office, Hazel P. Schwering, .dean of women, an nounced today. The petitions for the dances must be filled in her of fice one week in advance of the event. Failure to do this will can cel the dance, she further stated. The petition forms, which are available in the dean’s office, have blanks for the names of the pa trons and patronesses. The per sons listed must have been invited and accepted before the petition is filed with Alice B. Macduff, as sisting dean of women, Mrs. Schwering said. The dean of women, in issuing this statement at this early date, hopes that all organizations will cooperate. “This would save the office from much congestion. We send notes to all those listed as pa trons and patronesses and there are a large number of dances scheduled for the winter term,” she concluded. DUNN ELECTED. Frederic S. Dunn, chairman of the Latin department, was elected president of the classical division of the Oregon State Teachers’ as sociation at their annual meeting held in Portland during the Christ mas holidays. DODO IS CHRISTMAS GIFT Dr. Robert H. Seashore, asso ciate professor of psychology now believes in Santa Claus. The psy chologist made a beautiful hole in-one on Christmas day. National Music Honorary Pledges Six New Members The first business meeting of the local chapter of Phi Mu Alpha, national music honorary for men, will be held this evening at 7:15 o’clock in the Music building. Pledging announcement has also been released by the Psi chapter of the music honorary. Of the six men who have been pledged three are sophomores. The pledges are Byrle Ramp, Richard Tilton, Jack Bauer, Dorr Huffman, Art Hol man, and Dean Beistel. BOYNTON GOES SOUTH The meeting of the American Physical society, held at the Uni versity of California at Berkeley, December 17 and 18, was attended by Dr. W. P. Boynton, head of the department of physics, and Dr. W. V. Norris, assistant professor of physics and mathematics, who both spent their vacations in California. WELCOME BACK GANG! 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It’s a real delight to find a Cellophane wrapper that opens without an ice pick.” ^ “It’s toasted” Your Throat Protection—against irritation—against cough And Moisture-Proof Cellophane Keeps that “Toasted" Flavor Ever Fresh TUNE IN ON LI CK\ STRIKE—6P modem minutes with the world’s finest dance orchestras and Walter Winched whose eossib of today becomes the ncus of tomorrow, every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evening over N. B. C. networks. ‘