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THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Fred W. Colvig, editor Walter R. Vernstrom, manager
LeRoy Mattingly, managing editor
Wm. F. Lubersky, Assistant Business Manager
Associate editors: Clair Johnson, Virginia Endicott.
Reporters: Parr Aplin. Louise Aiken, Jean Cramer, Beulah Chap
man, M'-rrison Bairs, Laura Bryant, Dave Cox, Marolyn
Dudley, Stan Hobson, Myra Hulser, Dick Litfin, Mary Hen
derson. Bill Pengra, Kay Morrow, Ted Proudfoot, Catherine
Taylor. Alice Nelson, Rachael Platt, Doris Lindgren, Rita
Wright, Lillian Warn, Margaret Ray, Donald Seaman, Wilfred
Roadman.
Sports staff: Wendell Wyatt, Elbert Hawkins. John Pink, Morrte
Henderson, Russ iseli, Cece Walden, Chuck Van Scoyoc.
Copyeditors: Roy Vernstrom, Mary Hopkins, Bill Garrett, Relta
Lea Powell, Jane Mirick, Tom Brady, Warren Waldorf, Theo
Prescott, Lorcne Marguth, Rita Wright, Jack Townsend, Wen
Brooks, Marge Finnegan, Mignon Phipps, LaVern Littleton,
June Dick, Frances McCoy, Lawrence Quinlan, A1 Branson,
Helen Ferguson, Judith Wodeage, Betty Van Dellen, Stan
Hobson, George Haley, Gcanne Eschle, Irvin Mann.
Day editor:
Bob Emerson
Night editors:
Lew Evans
Bill Davenport
Assistants:
Betty Jane Thompson
Peggy Bobbins
Brawn Plus Brains
f I' H AI) IT IONS, we have divided into two
categories: those that have a rad reason
for being and are worthy of preservation—
albeit, not by paddling—and those that are
worthless and not worth lifting a finger to
cherish.
In the first group, we think, falls the tra
ditional award of a blanket to those athletes
who, in addition to earning three letters in
a major sport, achieve the comparatively rare
athletic distinction of gaining an academic
degree.
In this day of high-powered, big-time, sub
sidized college athletics the existence of this
tradition, reminding varsity exponents of
brawn and bone that the first purpose of the
University is after all education, is well worth
upholding.
Nevertheless, that tradition was well on
the road to extinction before the executive
council took stock of it. and decided to re
affirm it in the new by-laws to the ASIIO
constitution. Athletes were being awarded
the coveted blankets whether or not they had
achieved the academic requirements, in total
disregard of the original ideals.
* » #
r f''HERE ARM in the University today ath
letes who have no intention of ever gradu
ating, who are here merely to win whatever
distinction they can from the athletic reputa
tion they gain on the teams of the school
and, as a side-line, to enjoy what they can of
the social delights of campus life. In the
light of I niversity ideals, they are not a very
admirable group, despite their brawn.
There are, on the other hand, athletes who,
besides distinguishing themselves on the play
ing fields, apply themselves to securing an
education. Striving for a healthy balance of
brawn and brain, they arc truly worthy of
admiration. Whether they are in the min
ority on the rumpuses of today, we hesitate to
declare. It is, however, rather fitting that
they should be given some extra recognition
of tlier attainments. That is the purpose of
the blankets.
And the action of the executive in bring
ing blanket awards back in line with their
original intent is well taken.
Not the Only Solution
II'1 Till'] CIIANttUS in women’s rushing rules
which have been put before the pan-hellenie
council are not accepted, no other methods
or systems of “reform” in sorority rushing
are to be considered this year.
The changes now under consideration,
which would schedule the rushing period in
advance of the l’niversity\s one-week orienta
tion period they are now conducted at the
same time -has the approval of the adminis
tration. They see the advantage of reducing
the strain on the freshmen girls of participat
ing in both programs, both of which are heavy
ones. This is not, however, the only reason
behind administration support of the pro
gram.
Recause the dorms are filled with return
ing students and girls who do not intend to
jiledge, women rushers have in the past taken
up resilience in the two down-town hotels.
Were they to arrive a week earlier, they could
be housed in the halls.
>* * *
JPROM T1IB UNIVERSITY'S point of view.
this would have several advantages. It
would profit from the use of the dormitories
for an additional week; it could also better
fulfill its first phase of the long task which
it sets for itself as guardian of feminine mo
rals. For the girls, there would be Jess walk
ing in keeping rushing dates.
While the University keeps its Women’s
dorms full for another week thereby losing
not at all, the girls are shelling oul hard cash
for another week at the University—unless,
of course the administration intends to extend
the facilities of the halls without charge.
Reduction of the distance the girl rushees
would have to walk in keeping their engage
ment would seem to be the major advantage
to be gained by the proposed plan which is
not offset by a corresponding loss. It has been
said that a rainy rush week would be truly
a tragedy under the present system.
mm*
JN SO EAR as the University's responsibility
as policeman of coed action is concerned,
there would be little; if any gain. Stricter
supervision of hours might be kept in the
dorms but morality does not vary with the
hour of the evening, nor does living in a dorm
give one a greater feeling of righteousness.
Again the administration would seem to be
merely asking itself for additional trouble,
and the proposed amendment would put coeds
into sorority environments a week earlier in
their tender youths. Although the new plan
is commendable as an effort to better exist
ing conditions, its benefits are limited. It
does not go far enough on the path towards
a better system to justify its consideration as
the sole measure of change acceptable, as the
only possible alternative.
The Emerald has from time to time advo
cated deferred pledging. The objections to it
are numerous, liven those who criticize the
plan most severely are willing to admit that,
on paper at least, it is the ideal system. Ob
jections to it are generally confined to con
demnation on grounds of practicability. At
any rate it is worthy of consideration and
deserves it when the subject of rushing is
open for discussion.
Campus Comment
(The views aired in this column are not necessarily
expressive of Emerald policy. Communications should be
kept within a limit of 250 words. Courteous restraint should
he observed in reference to personalities. No unsigned letters
will be accepted.)
A VERITABLE GEM
To the Editor: Have observed much griping
from one source and other concerning the state
of the campus, its political skull-duggery and tin
horn political practices.
You appear to be greatly concerned over this.
The ASUO executive committee seemed to think
a corrective measure was necessary. Members
of tlie feminine political ranks make much of it.
To me it is all quite simple, so simple that X too
feel that you should he ENLIGHTENED by my
plan to correct the situation.
The need for it is self-explanatory (or is it).
The plan:
1. Eliminate all committees for campus activi
ties, all student body and women's student offices,
all class dance committees, all class officers.
2. Add another $10 to the salaries of student
activities manager, dean of women, and dean of
men.
3. Amalgamate the three offices into a Trium
virate Supreme, giving them broad dictatorial
powers.
4. Start a referendum movement to make it a
capital offense for anyone to appoint, name, in
duce, or coerce any person to act. work, or signify
a desire to work on any student committee. (This
will make it absolutely imperative for all the
members of the Triumvirate to do the work them
selves as well as eliminating all committees.
:> Lastly, after the youths registered in the
University have been adjusted to the changed con
ditions, liquidate all student and campus activities
and the triumvirate in one fell swoop . . . and
THEN LET'S SETTLE DOWN AND GO TO OOI
LEGE.
Vn tues of the plan are innumerable, refutation
is impossible. In a phrase, it is the acme of per
fection, a veritable gem amongst reform move
ments; but to you i give it free gratis.
Yours for a more peachy college life,
VVLT.
Hungry l)m*ks
(Continued from page one)
players were forced to commit 48
fouls against only 25 by Oregon to
stop the Duck scoring machine.
Loss of the second contest has
been attributed in part to Oregon's
failure to convert gift shots. Work
during the last two weeks has
greatly improved that phase of
shooting.
In the remaining two drills be
fore the team departs for Seattle,
Hobby plans on stressing the
team's offensive play and general
shooting.
Change *11 Maneuvers
It means a change for the scor
ing maneuvers Oregon used
against Slats Gill's Staters.
Against the Orangemen, the Web
foots faced a zone defense. Wash
ington utilizes a man-fot-man.
Last night the jubilant Ducks
bombarded the basket for a full
hour, and then raced through a
(short hard scrimmage against a
team of freshmen aiul varsity re
serves.
Coach Hobson yesterday an
nounced his squad in perfect phy
sicul shape for the weeks activi
ties with the exception of Wally
Johansen and Slim Wintornnitc
who have been hampered by slight
colds. Wintermute got a lay-off
last night.
I of O (tivlicstru
(Continued from page one)
piano concerto in D minor, with
Kobert Garretson at the piano, was
played with exceptional skill and
beauty. Mr Garret son's skilled and
talented lingers were precise and
sure. The orchestra accompanied
him with technique worthy of pro
fessionals.
Borodin's “Dance of the Arch
ers,'' a wild, romantic melody, con
cluded the program.
Phil Irwin of KtiU was the an
nouncer, and Merton Buries and
Clark Sunders technicians.
Copies of Old Oregon
Free at Ylumui Office
A few copies of the February is
sue of Old Oregon, which came off
the presses last week, are still
available free to interested people
calling at the alumni office, accord ;
ing to Kdltor Clair Johnson.
The magazine this month is ■
dedicated to the University medi
cal school, which is celebrating its.
j fiftieth anniversary.
The cover again features a spe
cial Ultra-red photography shot In
George Godfrey. This time au un
usual effect of the law school
building is shown.
I%>t*lContest
(Continued from page one)
list their choice with him as soon
as possible.
.V list of the approved selections
may be secured at the speech de
partment. the dramatics depart
ment 01 at the reference libraiy.
The San Francisco of 1939
Now in the process of rising from San Francisco bay is the island shown in minature above—a scale
model cf the setting for the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition. Behind the entrance gate in the
foreground is the central tower, nearly 400 feet high. Back of the tower, through a court, is the fountain
of youth, with a lagodli as part of its decorative motif. Exhibit places are shown as they will be placed to
celebrate the completion of the world’s two largest bridges—the Golden Gate and the bay bridge span.
IBlack Menace
By
H. RIDEM RAGGED
> EPISODE NINE
(What Has Gone Before: Two innocent persons have met death at
the hands of the Bluek Menace, whose identity is not even suspected
by the nolice. Tom Masters, Emerald reporter, in keeping with his
love of mystery, has vowed to track the Black Menace down.)
-“A Slight Mistake” -
Stars were out and the glow of a great ghastly moon hanging
low in the heavens bathed the marble headstones in shimmering
light. Grotesque shadows crept and danced on the ground. The
air was crisp and faraway sounds drifting on the night told that
it was late.
‘‘I won’t go another step, Tom Masters. If you’d told me
what you had in mind, I wouldn't have accepted your invita
tion to come.”
Honey Lorraine sat down under the low-hanging limbs of a
squat fir tree and drew her mouth up in a pout.
I haven l said what 1 had it
mind, have I, Honey?” Tom laugh,
ed.
‘‘No, but I'm beginning to have
my suspicions, and if you’re plan,
ning what I think you are -
‘‘You said you wouldn’t ask any
questions.”
"Wel-l-l-l," Honey drawled, still
keeping her pout, "I never expect
ed anything like this.”
"Oh, c’mon, Honey. We’re just
wasting time.” There was a metal
lic clank as Tom laid a shovel down
on the gravel road which was
originally built for the conven
ience of undertaker's caravans. He
leaned over and tugged at her
arms.
"No, no, I won’t. You’ll have to
go alone,” she protested feebly.
“What a lot of racket you people
are making—can’t you find some
private place to do your arguing?"
The voice came from close by on
the opposite side of the tree; it
was unmistakably feminine — and
provoked. Honey jumped to her
feet and flung her arms about
Tom’s neck.
"Wha-what was that, Tom?” she
stammered, genuine fear in her
voice. Tom smiled.
"Well, that's one mystery 1 have
no intentions of investigating,” he
muttered to himself. Then to the
trembling young woman who was
draped on his neck, "I’m afraid we
are imposing on someone, dear.”
"OOooohhh-” Honey's eyes
opened wide in amazement and she
gradually untwined her arms from
their amorous embrace.
Tom picked up his shovel, took
Honey's hand, and made off
through the gleaming gravestones
toward a remote section of the
cemetery. With her eyes constant
ly turning in the direction from
which they had come, Honey
stumbled along after him.
"This is it.” Tom stopped be
side a grave around which was
much fresh dirt. He looked up and
read aloud the inscription on a
towering white marble obelisk.
"Colonel B. V. D. Brophy. Died
February
"Oh, Tom, you can't do it.”’ Hon
ey pleaded.
“I've got to, Honey. It'll mean
atehing the black menace if I find
.nit what I think I will.”
Honey whimpered a little as she
saw him turn over the first spade
ful of dirt.
I CURSES! MV TIME IS UP.
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4th Estate
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Disgusted is ADPi Geraldine
Jean Thayer. Recently platinum,
quick-change artist Thayer de
cided to go red head on a vacation
visit to the parental home. Filled
with glory of her resolution, she
strode to nearest drug store, or
dered what are conceived to be
the proper ingredients.
Hairdresser Thayer used stuff
as per directions, let hirsute
decoration dry, prepared for the
unveiling. It came, but the red
hair had not. Platinum Thayer
was now Brownet Thayer. Hair
very pretty but not possessing
allure of abandoned silver locks
nor of anticipated titian curls.
Disappointed was AD Pi Thayer.
Added to ranks of best quipsters
in opinions of the 4th Estate
I editors is Smoky Whitefield,
blues-burbling, hip-weaving singer,
entertainer with Gus Meyers,
j Dusky Smoke was sitting in the
j early evening with blond pal in
pal's car. Acquaintance of fair
haired lad stops for moment,
chats, then stirred by movement
in car queries. "Say, is there
somebody with you?’’ . . . Jokester
Whitefield establishes reputation
with, “Yeah, I’m here . . . but I
don't show up so well after six
o’clock."
Best-loved Shack professor
George Turnbull inadvertently
spilled this ore. Journalist Turn
bull was one-time managing ed
of Washington daily. Newspaper
man Turnbull had not watch, de
spite Phi Beta key for chain.
Sole time-keeping instrument
was battered, bewildered alarm
clock which, after several unset
months, was 8 hours, 35 minutes
fast. .Mathematician Turnbull
could tell time, visitors were
confused.
Pi Phi ad inserted in premier
4th Estate had far-reaching effect
. . . . Betty Baker, Pi Phi, imme
diately got O. A. O.— One and
Only ring from Roger Currier.
Annapolis ... So many in Pi Fhi
blockhouse, chapter is considering
purchase of fire-proof vault for
safe-keeping . . .
Key for courage this day goes ,
to editor who printed following
Uni-pressor yarn from Los An
geles. Story tells of L A. florist j '
who set tip tree in front yard.!
labeled same "Canine Rest-Room." i
Business, U. P. declared, was ex
cellent.
Seniors can't find you at Taylor's
Hop’s
SKIPS 6-JUMPS
By ORVAL HOPKINS
0NE of my pet peeves, as if any
body cares, is the type of journ
alist who puts over-emphasis (in
his own mind) by the use of capi
tals, like THIS. He, or she (Elsie
Robinson, for instance), starts out
in a very benevolent mood of an
evening or morning edition and
pretty soon WHIPS out with a
word that is SUPPOSED to make
everybody sit up and take notice.
But NOBODY ever does.
The reason for this particular
style of writing, it seems to Me,
is that the person either hasn’t
the TIME or hasn’t the INTEL
LECT to think of a way in which
to get his points across and so
resorts to THIS method. At one
time or other maybe this was a
good idea, I don’t know. Maybe
the writer HAD thought some
things out and it was SO terrific
and he wanted to be so SURE
that everybody would get it that
he put it in great big LETTERS.
You don't find this sort of thing,
thank de lawd, so much among
men as among the WOMEN. The
answer probably is that women
FALL for that stuff much easier
EILL
LAUDERBACK
Co-op leader
exclaims:
linn
“It's worth three dol
lars alone to hear Nino
Martini. So I say,
Swing it spring term
with an ASUO ticket
in your possession.”
than men do. There used to be a
woman editor on a weekly paper J
in my home town. And she had a
feature which she'd grind out
every Thursday, giving ADVICE
to the young folks out and around
and using just no END of capital
letters.
So every once in a while some
guy who writes for a college
paper will pop up with some
thing like that. It happens
mostly in the editorials and often
. you can wake yourself up by
just reading along and suddenly
one of these words in CAPS will
jump up from the page and
BOP you.
* * *
j^OW that I'm about it I may as
well air another beef about
journalists. This one is the guy
who refers to himself as “we.”
Possibly it’s the Lindbergh influ
ence. Originally I suppose it was
intended as a means of getting
away from what Pegler calls the
perpendicular pronoun. But just
like anything else it got so old it
didn't mean anything and every
one-shot writer in the country
adopted it.
It is obvious that to use the “I”
all the time, sentence after sent
ence, day in and day out, is a
practice which soon becomes dis
tasteful. But just because it is
j changed to a “we” doesn't make
! the reference to the writer’s self
j any more obscure. The “wre" lads
i don't fool anybody and if they
have their names at the top of the
thing why shouldn't they say “I"?
* * *
rj'HERE still being some white
space here before me,, I’ll pass
one on to you from Winnifred Van
Etten s “I Am the Fox.” It went
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something like this (I lost the note
I had on it): He thought he knew
so much, but he didn’t even know
enough to know he didn’t know
much.
South American
(Continued from page one)
not merely in business, but also in
the intangible values through bet
ter mutual understanding such as
can be attained by a better mas
tery of Spanish in this country and
of English there.”
In closing the interview, Pinedo
was asked the reason for his selec
tion of the Oregon art school, he
said, “I chose the University of
Oregon school of architecture be
cause I was told that it is the
best on the coast; and I am con
vinced that it is one of the very
best in the country.”
Pinedo is now enroute to Phila
delphia where he has the position
of chancellor of the consulate of
Peru which corresponds to a vice
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