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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 8, 1941)
Appeasement Not in Hitler's Nazi Dictionary By W. E. H. Many students, and a few of the \yriters for this daily news paper, are passionately endorsing a pacifist attitude. These earnest ones have seen the motion picture “All Quiet on the Western Front,” read Walter Millis, and listened to a disillu sioned generation of parents and educators exhort them on the futility of fighting. Pacifism. A beautiful word and heart-stirring theory. Pacifism— the settlement of international disputes by arbitration. Splendid. But sadly, we have one-half the world willing to ar bitrate, and the other half vocif erously asserting they are the master races; by the grace of God, the rising sun, and der fuehrer. Austria learned that arbitra tion with such sanctified forces meant submission. The list has been growing steadily since then. A favorite argument of the pacifist minded is that Hitler can be appeased. Czechoslovakia re futes the claim. Another argu ment; why should we fight? Why should we aid Britain? Why not build our own defenses and sit tight. Hitler cannot and does not want to fight us. The South Am erican record of Nazi activities indicates that the Nazis are not over here for a “strength through joy” holiday. Recently our erudite Dr. Don ald Erb endorsed an advertise ment of the Fight for Freedom committee. The headline of the advertisement was: “Help Us Blast Hitlerism and Ostrich-ism.” Further he endorsed, “any action toward the end of defeating Hit ler.” Dr. Donald Erb examined his conscience deeply before he en dorsed such statements. His rec ord is one of consistent cogni zance of the gravity of his re sponsibilities. His endorsement is not one of a radical, a hysteric, a munition maker; it is, rather, the endorse ment of a plan of action by a fine mind, by a brave and resourceful leader with full knowledge of nis grave responsibilities connected with such utterances. When we speak glibly of paci fism, the protection of freedom, truth, justice, democracy by ap peasement with the forces of fury, let us remember: the mean ing of the word pacifism, the record pf those we must apply that meaning to, and last 14 ex amine the thoughts and beliefs of brilliant Headers like Dr. Erb, whose primary concern is TRUTH. P.S.: Odd moment conjecture— is the naval battle reported off the coast of Brazil one of our “kill the rattlesnake” tangles ? Oregon*# Emerald Night Staff: Herb Penny, night editor Jean Kabisius Ellen Ogawa Edith Newton Carol Cook Betty Ann Stivers Marjorie Young Barry Baldeman Copy Desk Staff: , Duncan Wimpress, city editor John Mathews Mary Aldrich Mary Jane Wilson Carol Greening Shirley Burberick Shirley McLeod Virginia Steele Ora M. Watson Joanne Dolph Roy Nelson Don Brown Pat Fossert Beverly Beau Greek House Bomb Becomes a 'Dud’ As Educational Activities Department Refuses IFC Homecoming Ultimatum (An Editorial) 'JHIE interfraternity council was still nurs ing its persecution complex last night. The educational activities hoard’s decision to refuse the IFC demand for approximately $1200 as persuasion money for Homecoming cooperation remained unchanged with little chance for reversal of the decision. There was much talking, but a deadlock remained. it is obvious that the educational activities board does not have a stray $1200 in its Homecoming budget with which to enlist fraternity support in a campus venture. Homecoming is largely a field day for Greeks . . . because it is their opportunity to enter tain the alumni of their chapters, and enlist their support of the chapter’s social, financial, . and pledging ventures. Although Homecoming is certainly an all-University fete, it reaps special benefits to sororities and fraternities. Overlooking the fact that Homecoming is to Greek benefit, one can sympathize with the IFC complaint on handling of last year’s torch problem with such short notice and no immediate reimbursement. But educational activities heads declare that the accounts have now been paid, and have apologized for the delay. * * * ''JHIAT the council should have expressed dissatisfaction with last year’s system is only right. But it is doubtful if they were justified in demanding $25 for each house as payment for cooperation in an all-school function this year. The argument that “living costs have in creased,” and economy measures must be enforced is plausible, although the situation in most fraternities is not really acute yet. Several members admit they never expected to get the $25, but only to awaken the admin istration to their dissatisfaction with the past arrangement. The general conclusion, then, seems to be that it is not the actual demands that causes such a furor, but the manner in which the “ultimatum” was handled. It is seldom that anyone, except perhaps a few men like Adolf or Napoleon, really get any place by demanding. Mediation is an approved method of democratic procedure for settling griev ances. # * * 'J'VHE action of the council seems to be based on a natural desire to get themselves heard on an issue that has been ignored, but with little real consideration of the consequences: that there would be much unfavorable pub licity and that the demand would go above the educational activities director. Granted that the council had a grievance, it is logical that they would have enjoyed greater success if they had not been so hasty in their ultimatum and had talked before they acted. Theirs was not exactly an adult ap proach. Oregon 2S& Emerald The Oregon Daily Emerald, published daily during the college year except Sundays, Mondays, holidays, and final examination periods by the Associated Students, University of Oregon. Subscription rates: $1.25 per term and $3.00 per year. Entered as second class matter at the postffice, Eugene. Oregon. HELEN ANGELL, Editor FRED MAY, Business Manager Associate Editors: Betty Jane Biggs, Hal Olney Ray Schriok, Managing Editor Jim Thayer, Advertising Manager Bob Frazier, News Editor Warren Roper, National Advertising Manager UPPER NEWS STAFF Jonathan Kahananui, Lee Flatberg, Herb Penny, Bill Hilton, Assistant Co-SportB Editors Managing Editors Corrine Nelson. Mildred Wilson, Joanne Nichols. Assistant News Editor Co-Women’s Editors Mary Wolf. Exchange Editor Rain: No Sports 'Y'HE rain poured down. In the stands, rooters warm under two sweaters, a raincoat, and a lap robe made heckling the yell leaders the chief sport of the Oregon-Idaho game Fri day evening. Veil King Earle Russell uncomplainingly' took a drenching from the weather and allowed his new uniform to turn into a semblance of a dirty dish rag, as he tried to keep order among members of the student body, sheltered and dry in the stands. * # # QF course, the fans were disappointed to be robbed of the drum major and majorette stunt planned for half time. But instead of seeing the impossibility of the program, like spoiled children they kept up their chant to see the girls perform. The five contestants, game to the end, finally consented to “strut ” their stuff despite the drizzle. Across the muddy Duck Vandal battle ground they capered to be introduced. Then back to their seats with their gay satin uniforms ready for Bundles for Britain. The stands still weren't satisfied and yelled for more. Rally Head Les Anderson announced in vain the contest would merely be postponed to a time when the sun would shine its blessings. # * # npO vent their disapproval, they continued their baby-chair act, tearing up and hurling the lemon and green cards, planned for later half-time stunts, at the rally squad and yell leaders. With four more home games on the schedule, the rally and yell teams are uneasily making plans to add more eolor to the half-time wait. What they are wondering is whether the stands will grow up, will back them when the time comes, or will their carefully-budgeted dollars float back to them in torn lemon and green strips without benefit of use? The yell leaders encourage fun and spirit in the stands. It's their job to produce it—the legitimate kind.—B.J.B. ' • M ? I »i t ? » f : i » l i » i ' i 1 » » » ' t » . » i » f * * I I M M White Lies By WHITELY The Sigma Delta Chi boys are having one awful time trying to pick out their choice for their latest contest exemplifying “The Perfect Type” of Oregon woman hood. So far they have been peel ing their eyes with interest at all the various titled “queens” on the campus. We have Stromberry, Loganberry, Peach, Rose, Salmon, Sun Valley, Horsechestnut, Ro deo, Appleblossom and “Return to Fossil” queens at present. From the looks of things, it’s go ing to be quite a contest to show which has the most regal ral-de dall. We see by one of last week’s Emeralds, that a new course in “Star Gazing” has been offered to university students for the first time. This course is purely for solar beauty ... of the heav ens. Whadda yuh gonna do on cloudy nights, Professor ? With a ten inch telescope, one can see the aphids merrily play ing tit tat toe on the backs of leaves a couple of miles away. If you can’t look at the nebulae in Orion’s belt, due to clouds . . . you can always ... I wonder how many Pi Kaps are enrolled in this course ? The rally committee must be practicing for water skiing or else are just water dogs from way back. Friday night at the game, Jo Ann Supple was all set to backstroke her way halfway across the field at the final gun. I’d estimate that each member spent at least two bucks for cleaning bills, and then threw in an additional stone for’ cough concoctions. Roz Hudson and “Glammer Goil” Biggs are talk ing to themselves in various squeeks and hand hyrogliphics, while the rest of the members are recuperating from the outing. If things go on like this . . . having to pay to get their sweaters cleaned and stuff, and standing (Please turn to page seven) ! » ' : 1 i < ! t I ! | *7 wo- 04* the Aulo By ROY METZLER Pictures of the week: “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” with Spen cer Tracy and Lana Turner. Al though the acting in this film is highly commendable, it fell far short of expectations. For those who remembered the two earlier screen versions of Robert Louis Stevenson’s thriller, the modern interpretation seemed dull. Cen sorship is much to blame for this lack of excitement. “Our Wife” with Melvyn Doug las and Ruth Hussey. Columbia was obviously trying to cash in on some of the popularity aroused by “She Stayed for Breakfast” and “Second Wife.” The triangle theme is used again with a slight ly different setting. Several parts which drag are offset by some hu morous lines of dialogue. Ruth Hussey in one of her first star ring roles shows signs of a great future. Actor of the week: In his latest film, Gary Cooper, whose salary/ was $482,820 in 1939, imperson ates an A.E.F. sergeant at $44 a month. That’s real acting. Patriots of the week: Contrary to the popular belief that Holly wood is of no use to the national defense program, several top flight movie directors and tech nicians were called into active service with the navy. These men formed the first photography unit ever to be organized in the U. S. naval reserve. The unit has been training for a year and in active service will photograph naval maneuvers and produce shorts showing the “hows and whys” of navy methods. Director*^ John Ford, academy award win ner is an officer in the unit, and Gregg Toland, Hollywood’s top photographer has charge of cam era technique. Insurance policy of the w-eek: A new high in film insurance was set this week, when 20th Century Fox took out a $3,000,000 policy covering “How Green Was My Valley.” The amount represents exactly double the cost of the production of the picture, but the basis on which the company was able to secure that amount of in surance was that $3,000,000 is but a part of the loss that would b©'" suffered if anything happened to the negative. itierge oi me ween; w. Selznick purchased a controlling share of United Artists’ stock a few days ago, which tarings three of Hollywood's most famous per sonages together as executives of the company. Charlie Chaplin and Mary Pickford control the reminder of United Artist stock. Watch this combination work to gether. The experience of Pick ford and Chaplin combined with the producing genius of Selznick, should make this studio one of the best. Selznick disbanded his own company after producing two of the finest pictures ever made, ^ “Gone With the Wind” and “Re becca.” He made enough on these pictures to live luxuriously the rest of his life. Investigation of the week: The senate’s investigation of the mo tion picture industry for war propaganda in current films has a sound base but seems definite ly unfair. One cannot pick up any magazine, newspaper or book without war articles staring him in the face. Every best seller has a war background. The radio blares war news all day. Every one talks war. Yet, the studios cannot make war pictures with out a propaganda charge. The public demands up-to-date pic tures, so war backgrounds are almost a necessity. The investi gation will undoubtedly go on for some time and then fizzle out, as have other similar cases. • i •
