^Fresno Relays Draws West's Finest Athletes Rasmussen Represents Oregon in Pole Vault; National, World Marks in Danger FRESNO, Calif., May 14—(UP) At least three national and two world marks will be in jeopardy here Saturday as 1,400 of the West’s finest athletes tangle in the 22nd annual West Coast relays. The University of Oregon will be represented by its sensational sophomore pole vaulter, George Rasmussen, who will be in compe tition with at least four other jumpers from the west coast who have cleared 14 feet this year. Rasmussen cleared the 14-foot mark twice last year—once to set a new Oregon-Oregon State meet record, and to gain a tie at 14 feet even in the national collegiate championships. He has not hit the . top reached last year, but should have better luck in the Calfiomia climate. Unofficial Olympic Tryout In reality, the pole vault compe tition will be an unofficial tryout for the United States Olympic team. Five contenders will be in the relays Saturday and the other three in strong contention come from the east. • The weather man predicts clear Rev.L.O.Griffith Slated to Speak "Religion in the Family” is to be discussed by Rev. L. O. Griffith in the “Love, Courtship, and Mar riage” discussion group at Wesley house Sunday evening. Bob Bull will lead the group on “Under standing the Bible” with a discus sion on “Evil.” Dr. Paul Means will take the place of Miss Justina Singh of Ore gon State, who will be unable to make her scheduled talk on “Re ligions of India.” This Sunday is the next to the last meeting of the “University of Life” series for this term. All Uni versity students are invited to at tend and participate in the activi ties. The meeting will start at 5 p.m. with a mixer and snack supper, followed at 6:30 by the discussion groups. Copy Desk: Maryen Roberts Stan Turnbull, editor Dotty June Sorg -— Tired of the Rain? Regardless of the weather, it’s "SPRINGTIME FOR HENRY" A! VERY LITTLE THEATER production Directed by OTTILIE T. SEYBOLT Featuring Kay Korn, Larry Fischer, Nilfred Roadman, Beverly Proudfit May 14-16, 19-22 Reservations at— Lightnings 1151 Willamette j Phone 4160 _____ skies and relays Director J. Flint Hanner said that the Ratcliffe sta dium track never was faster than it is this spring. The marks that may go tumbling in this meet are the 100-yard dash, with either Lloyd Labeach or Mel Patton (or both) capable of crack ing the 9.4 mark; the broadjump mark of 26 feet, 8!4 inches, now held by Jesse Owens, but under pressure by Willie Steele of San Diego State; and the javelin, which will be tossed by the national champion, Dr. Steve Seymour of the Los Anogeles Athletic club. Hold Spotlight These men will hold the spot light during the afternoon and eve* ning events of the West’s premier track and field extravaganza. Pat ton, the USC ace, and La Beach, from UCLA, will make their run for the 100-meter title at 3 p.m., when most of the other events will be junior college and high school competition. The event is limited to men who have turned the century in 9.8 seconds or better. The complete list is not yet known, but a late with drawal is Bill Martineson, former Baylor star who forced Patton in to a world record equalling 9.4 at the California relays last year. Martineson, now enrolled at Fres no State, decided he was not in shape to compete. Coach Dean Cromwell’s USC squad, 45 strong and gunning for the Trojans’ 16th victory in the 22 years of the meet, is heavily favored to retain the honors won last year. However, the Los An geles athletic club, featuring a dozen of the nation’s standout stars, may offer some of the stand out performances. UO Professor Emeritus (Continued from page one) came research professor emeritus, but continued to teach during the war years until ill health forced his retirement last year Dr. Sheldon, who wrote widely on many phases of education, was president of the Oregon State Teachers association in 1918 and of the Inland Empire Teachers as sociation from 1925-26 and held membership in the Oregon chapter of the American association of uni versity professors, Phi Beta Kap pa, and Phi Delta. Kappa, national education honorary. He was a member of the Methodist church. Traveled Widely During his career, Dr. Sheldon traveled widely in Europe, study i n g in European schools. He studied at the University of Leip zig during 1911 and 1912. Dr. Sheldon gave many of his papers and his diary to the Univer sity of Oregon before his death* with the stipulation that the diary not be opened until after his death For many years Dr.. Sheldon lived with his family at 1343 Uni versity street. He was so well known that the block has been known as the Sheldon block Re cently the property was taken for the proposed student union build ing and the Sheldons moved a few month ago to 1272 Patterson st. Born in Salt Lake Dr. Sheldon was born Oct. 3, 1874 in Salt Lake city. He Received his B. A. and M.A. from Stanford and his Ph D. from Clark univer sity in 1900. He is survived by his widow, Florence Perry Sheldon; a son, Henry Sheldon, Jr., of Washington, D. C.; a daughter, Mr. J. R. Fer guson, Menlo Park, Calif.; and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be announ- " ced from Poole-Larsen mortuary. Trio of Nags Enter Preakness With Citation BALTIMORE Md., May 14—(UP) Citation set his sights on the sec ond leg of turf’s triple crown Fri day and found only three horses to challenge him. The Calumet Comet, who scared most of them off in the derby, did it again at the entry box of the Preakness. For only three of the 83 owners who nominated their best three year-olds for the $100,000 added Maryland classic were brave enough to follow through when the entry box opened Friday. The hest of them have seen enough. Winner? Not a Chance The chances are that Bovard, Vulcan’s Forge and Better Self will be convinced late Saturday. So far as winning a race is con cerned, they didn’t seem to be in the picture. But they had one thing to mitigate against their hopeless outlook, so far as first place was concerned—they were sure to make money. The purses range down to $5,000 for the fourth place finisher so those three brave owners have nothing to lose. They could win as much as $94,735. They can’t lose. Betters Could Lose Only the betters are in that cat egory. They could lose, no matter which way they turn Pimlico, Old Hilltop in turf parlance, and the State of Maryland could lose, too, if Citation’s thundering hoof beats lead the parade under the wire. When the field was narrowed to four, the Maryland Jockey club, operators of Pimlico received the permission of the Maryland racing commission to limit the betting to win only. Under racing laws in the State of Maryland, a track must normally allow both win and place betting in a four-horse field. Friendly House Sets Party Night Saturday evening is party night at Friendly house, Eleventh at Fer ry. Older people may come to talk or play games and married couples are especially invited to come and bring their children. Students are invited to attend for dancing or games. Refreshments are provid ed and there are plenty of toys for the children. CANDY Made in Eugene for Your Eating Pleasure SUGAR PLUM CANDY SHOP 63 E. Brdwy. Ph. 4128 System Paying Off In Roulette Game LAS VEGAS, May 14—(UP)— Three young students who started a black book roulette system at the Pioneer club here Monday were ahead $2225 by midafternoon Fri day. They were playing $2.25 on number one with each spin of the wheel. The youths, Albert Hibbs, Chilli cothe, Ohio, Dr. Roy Walford, San Diego, and Jack Cortez, New York, were the ones who “quit for good” a week ago after announcing that “You can't beat a roulette wheel.” This proved to be one of the mi nor attractions at the Helldorado celebration, as thousands of visit ing fans crowded around to peek at the system players. Nickel players with black books, and big pads fol lowed the same system the three were using. Santa Barbara, Fresno State Split FRESNO, Cal., May 14—(UP)— Santa Barbara college split a Cali fornia Collegiate Athletic associa tion doubleheader with Fresno State here Friday winning the first game 13 to 9 on a four-run attack Vet Honor Theses Typists Available Veteran students who are con templating graduation with honors and who wish to have their honor thesis typed may do so by applying for necessary authorization at the veterans' counter in the registrar’s office, J. D. Kline, assistant regis trar, announced yesterday. A thesis typist will be provided and cost of paper and typing will be paid by the veterans administra tion, he said. A previous ruling re quired students to meet thesis costs. Authorization for payment toy VA must be obtained by Wednes day, May 19, according to Kline. in the 10th inning and losing the nightcap 9 to 3. I For Bright Nights SEAM-FREE y ms L WITH PATENTED HEEL The Beam-free nylons / f identified by the Seal of the DANCING TWINS are fashion favorites...on campus and off. They have an exclusive, patented 4,\U Jk, heel* for snug, sure fit> a Gussetoe for comfort. And no twisting seams! Sold under leading brand if ^ names at your favorite college shop or store. •U. S. Pot. No. 2388649 Attention Ducks! Send in the subscription blank now, so a single issue wont, be missed. 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