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The Daily Nebraskan VOL XVII, NO. 90. UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA. LINCOLN. TUESDAY. FEBRUARY 5. 1918. PRICE FIVE CENTS ASKSTUDEWTB' AID FOR CQRNHUSKER Wayne L. Townsend, Editor-in-Chief, Urges Co-operation WANT MILITARY MATERIAL Management Need Picture and Let ter from E-Cornhuskera Now En. gaged In 8ervlct for Country A general request has been iasued for student aid n compiling the ma terial in this year's overdue Corn busker by Wayne L. Townsend, editor, in-chief. The management ot the an nual is devoting all efforts to maklns this year's book a monument to the University's soldiers and sailors as well as representing all phases of stu dent activities. To this end a large number ot pictures ot the University men who have entered the nation's service have been gathered after months of effort The work is still incomplete, how ever, as there are many students who have pictures of University men which should be in the Cornhusker and which would be used if students would only make them available. To this end the management has request ed that all persons who have pictures of the University's representatives in the fighting forces turn them in to the Cornhusker offices in the base ment of U-hall. The pictures can be used and returned to the owners in tact Students' Co-operation Nessary If a record of the University's ac tivities in the war is to be preserved, it will require the heartiest co-operation on the part of the general stu dent body. The editor desires to im press upon the students that they can do the major share in making such a permanent record of their classmates if they will but contribute such ma terial as is at hand or can be easily gotten. It is desired that every stu dent who has entered the nation's service be represented and only limi tation of material can prevent this. Pictures of the University's men will constitute but one of many such interesting sections of the book. In particular there will be one depart ment devoted to letters from Univer sity men now in France, describing conditions on the western front ia the training camps in France and gen eral pictures of life among the French. While a number of such letters have been received many more can be used. This department constitutes anoher branch of the book in which student aid la absolutely essential. The frat brother who writes from "over there," the old roommate who has gone across, all of them have something interesting to say which should be made available for the gen eral student body with personal por tions eliminated. Anyone possessing such communications is urged to bring them to the Cornhusker offices or to notify some member of the Cornhusker staff. All personal parts of such letters will be eliminated be fore being sent to the printer. MANY ENROLLED IN COURSES BY MAIL Students Leaving School Con tinue University Work Un der Extension Department Correspondence study is becoming very important with the Irregularity in attendance resulting from war condi tions. Many students who vhave been forced to withdraw from school, are finishing their" work by correspond ance. In this way the extension depart ment has had a very Interesting growth. The mathematics depart ment enrollment is: Mathematics I 4. Mathematics II 9. Mathematics I is advanced algebra and trigonometry, and Mathematics II is analytical geometry, and calculus. Three years of high school work Is required for these courses. In addition, algebra and geometry are given for University entrance work. These classes have seven and twelve enrolled, respectively, and the ork corresponds to that offered In accredited high schools. Prof. W. C. Brenke has organized the courses and reads many of the papers himself. UNIVERSITY CADETS GIYEN PROMOTIONS Military Officials Announce Ad vancements of Many Men MADE KNOWN SATURDAY M. L. Hooper, M. E. William and J. McCommona to Be First Lieu tenants and Battalion Adjutants New promotions in the cadet corps of the University were announced Sat urday, in General Orders No. S. The first lieutenants and battalion adju tants of the three battalions are to be M. E. Hooper, M. E. Williams, and J. McCommons. Other promotions are as follQws: To be first lieutenants Company B, A. Sukovaty; Company D, E. Star board ; Company L, A. I. Rogers. To be second lieutenants Company A, L. W. Ellis; Company B, L. F. Mc Shane; Company C, L. M. Towle; Com pany G, G. W. Hopkins; Company K, D. K. Saunders; Company L, Geo. Rohwer. The following promotions to fill non commissioned vacancies are also an nounced: Regimental Sergeant Ma jor, H. G. Harvey; Regimental Supply Sergeant, C. L. Tindall; Battalion Ser geant Major, 1st Battalion, M. C. Kim berly; Battalion Sergeant Major, 2d Battalion, C. F. May. Company B Sergeants, William Al ley, II. Thomas, II. C. Studley. Cor porals, M. L. Chaffee, J. Linn, Arlo Anderson. Company C Sergeants, Melvin Be kins, C. C. Hardy, O. H. Schmocker; Corporal, W. H. Judd. Company D Sergeants, Hays Main, D. D. Snyder. Company E Corporals, E. C. Ras mussen, M. Beber.. Company F Sergeants, O. F. Wixer, J. G. Jones, J. P. Peterson; Corporals, Hugo Otoupalik, R. B. Rhodes, B. W. Stromer, C. D. Tilden, Moritz, Allan Wright, F. E. Company G Sergeants, Fred Hell ner, Arnold Rathkey, Arnold Jensen. , Company H Corporals, E- L. Vogel tanz, Donald Worden, James Collier, D. W. Lyle. Company I Sergeants, C. G. Rohde, D. W. Spencer, F. A. McDermott; Cor porals, W. Gravatt, R. L. Schoen, C. L. Gillilan, L. A. Wirsig. Company K Sergeant, O. P. Reed; Corporal, Chester Trimble. Company L Sergeant, H. Jensen; Corporal, H. Black. Calls for Teachers Still Received Daily Several calls for teachers have come in and as yet the teachers bu reau has not been able to fill them. One place requireds a teacher for mathematics, Latin and civics, and the other position is for mathematics and English. Many positions are now open and all interested are requested to see Prof. A. A. Reed as soon as possible. Prof. Bengston Addresses State Tile Makers Prof. N. A. Bengston of the geog raphy department spoke to members of the brick and tile manufacturers' associations at the Lincoln hotel Mon day evening, ecember 28. After the "The Time O' Day" at Convocation f 44 1 . . . ?J J ' i I , ! I 1 x. -s DR. W. E. J. GRATZ DEMI E. VI.D1S HESOFPIEMMI Prominent University Official Succumbs After Brief Illness TO HOLD FUNERAL TODAY All Classes for This Afternoon to Be Dismissed As Token of Respect For Late Dean Deal Ellery W. Davis, head of the College of Arts and Sciences, In the University for a quarter ot a- century, died at his home In Lincoln at mid night Saturday. Death was caused by pneumonia. Dean Davis' death occurred sudden ly and unexpectedly, after a brief Ill ness ot less than a week. Although he had not been feeling well for Bome time, he kept on with his work at the University Until the first of last week, when it was announced that he was seriously ill with pneumonia. He seemed to rally at once from the dis ease, however, and was thought to be steadily improving, when he had the relanse that ended in his death. Mrs. Davis was already on her way home from Florida, and all of his chil dren were at once notified. With tho exception of Lieut Arthur Davis, who is in France, with the American army, it is thought that his entire family will be able to attend the funeral. The plans made for the funeral are not definite, but it is thought that it will be held this afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. The funeral will be held from the home at 1345 South Eighteenth street Mr. Davis was born on March 29, 1857, at Oconowoc, Wis. He was a graduate of the University of Wiscon sin, but received his Master's degree from John Hopkins university. He married Miss Annie Wright on June 20, 1866. Three children were born to the couDle. Ellery L. Davis, a Lincoln architect: Dr. Edwin G. Davis: Rob ert L. Davis, in the agricultural de partment at Washington; Lieut. Ar thur C. Davis, a graduate of the An napolis naval academy, now in actual service on the high seas; and Miss Helen Davis, who is engaged in scien tific work in New York. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Dr. Davis was a nationally promi nent figure in scholastic and artistic circles and was affiliated with a large number of clubs and honorary organi zations. He was especially prominent in mathematical circles, and has writ ten several text books which are used as standard authorities in many of the leading colleges and universities of the country. He was moreover a poet and musician, and was gifted with rare artistic abilities. As a friend, h will be keenly missed by a large num ber of the leading men of the com munity, who respected and loved him for his Integrity and character and hii rare congeniality. As a token of respect for Dean Davis all University classes scheduled for this aftetrnoon-will be dismissed, by order of the executive dean. banquet he discussed the adaptibility of the different' soil products of Ne braska to the manufacturing of brick and tile. Moving pictures of irrigation in western Nebraska and of the state fair were shown. Mr. R. A. Lindsey operated the projector. Convocation this morning will be an address by Dr. W. Edward J. Gratz, on "The Time O'Day." The meeting will be held in the chapel at 11 o'clock. Dr. Gratz is the new pastor of St. Paul Methodist church, and Is a 3peaker of note. His address this morning should be especially good. At the meeting this morning Acting; Chancellor Hastings will announce whether there will be any change in i the time set for the funeral of Dean Davis, who died Saturday night The time was orginally announced for 1:30 o'clock, but It Is thought that it might be found necessary to postpone it ALL ORGANIZATIONS PLANINNG FOR FETE All-University Party Commit, tee Completes 'Arrangements WILL BE IN TWO PARTS Main Feature of Party Will Be a Pageant by Dr. H. B. Alexander Representing the United 8tates Practically all school organizations are busy this week making plans for the Fete ot the NatlonB, which Is to be held at the Temple Saturday evening. There Is a keen spirit ot rivalry among the different organizations who repre sent countries, some are featuring the decorations, some the music, or the Htnnts. and all are Btrivlng to make their country the most characteristic, and attractive. The general commtl tee for all-University parties has made arrangements about the rooms, and the general plans. Each room in the Temple will be used for the' entertain ment, which will begin at 7:15 (o'clock. United States a Feature The main feature of the program will be the part that the United States plays in the Fete of the Nations. AmerWfi entertainment will be staged in the Temple theatre, and will consist of three parts. It Is in the nature of a pageant and was writ ten by Dr. H. B. Alexander. Mrs. Ray mond Is in charge of .the prologue, which is entirely musical. Gertrude Munger will sing the main part, ac companied by the University chorus. The second part U a short drama, which represents scenes from Unlver city life at the time of the president's call for men. Katherine Pierce and Alex Krause will have the leads, and will be supported by Margaret Har mon, Mildred Gilligan, Jeaneete Adams, Arthur Reese and H. Rivet. The epilogue is spectacular, and will be presented as a tableau. Myrtls Downing will have the principal part in this picture. She will pose as "Columbia." Admission for the party will be thirty cents and an extra charge of five cents will be charged for refresh ments, which will be served in the Y. M. C. A. hut and the Y. W. C. A. hostess house. ATEETIC ASSOCIATION IS EARNING SWEATERS Co-Eds Sell Confections at Bas ketball Games Friday and Saturday Evenings . Members of the Women's Athletic association sold pop-corn, peanuts and ice cream at the basketball games with Dodge both Friday and Satur day evenings in order to help raise the money for ttae sweaters which are awarded to the leaders in women's athletics in the University. The association has the concessions for selling at all games this year and will sell at all the remaining games which are to be played on-the home floor. As a war measure no Hershies or other candy confections are to be found in the little baskets they carry. Interesting Propram at Last Delian Meeting A large number were present at the meeting of the Delian Literary society Friday evening and enjoyed the fol lowing program: Piano Solo Waldo Rice Reading Elizabeth Stuart Mr. Watkins of the State Histori cal society gave a short and interest ing talk on the value of debating so cieties and also on the work of the stae historical societies. Marie Elliott, ihe new president, gave a short talk and the history of the Delian was read by Augusta Janovsky. Visits Potash Fields Prof. N. A. Bengston and Mr. Wolf ganger of the department of geog raphy and conservation made a hur ried trip to the northwestern part of Cherry county last week to examine potash lakes concerning the value of which there has been more or less talk. . Aiding in Oil Work The state conservation and soil sur vey is Installing complete sets of bulle tins, reports' and maps on various oil fields iu Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming. A clerk has been hired to take charge of this work. The Infor mation is to be used in passing upon the sale of oil lands and oil stocks in Nebraska. HERS 10 LEI FOR VALLEY GAMES Squad to Battle First Washing, ton and Then Missouri DODGE GAMES SURPRISE Team Showed Up Much Better Than Was Expected In Mixes With All-Star 8oldler Team The Cornhusker varsity basketball squad, composed of seven men, will leave at 1:30 o'clock today for St. Louis, where they will play Washing ton University tomorrow night From there the squad will go to Columbus, and take on the Missouri Tigers for two games on Friday and Saturday nights ot this week. Dr. Stewart feels that he is particu larly fortunate in being forced to take his Inexperienced team against two such teams as Washington and Mis souri at the very start of the Beason. TheEO teams are rated as two ot the very best in the conference, and an additional disadvantage is found in the fact that the games are to all be nlAved awav from home. While a vic tory is not expected In any of the games, the coach hopes to hold both teams to low scores, and then cop the majority of the remaining Valley games, which all come at home. He has promised that the team will never theless fight with the same spirit and aggressiveness which it has shown so far, and will at least give a good ac count of itself on tho rival floors. The games Friday and Saturday nights with the Camp Dodge team af forded fans an agreeable surprise. Whereas nothing beyond a close score was hoped for, the Huskers drubbed the soldiers the first night, 19 to 16, and the second night were nosed out of another victory by a final score ot only 21 to 14. Friday night's game was one of the roughest ever played in the Nebraska gym. The soldiers started the game by attempting to rough up -their light opponents, but were speedily convinced that they had nicked on the wrong crowd. The Huskers came back with a fight that more than made up for their lesser ex perience, and won a well-deserved vic tory. The second game was cleaner. and was marked by a much better brand of ball. It would be impossible to pick any individual stars for th eNebraskans in these two games. Every man showed un better than had been expecLed of him, and the team as a whole worked together in a way that brought joy to the hearts of the beholders. The freshmen proved their worth in preliminaries, when they defeated Doane 27 to 20, and Cotner 22 to 18. The fledglings showed up well, and are doped to upset some Missouri Valley pennant races as soon as they become eligible, to play. The line-up for the games was as follows: Schellenberg, Jackson, Hub ka, Thomas, Adkins. Spears, Strob mer, Phillips, Gerhart were used later in the games. MAKE URGENT PLEA FOR RED CROSS WORKERS University Women Fail to Meet Call for Bandages Which , Has Been Sent Ont An urgent plea has been made to all University women to seriously con sider the great ueeu for bandages which at present exists and to realize that in the making of bandages a tew hours each week they can do more to alleviate suffering on the battle field "over there" than by almost any other work they might do. Last week the Red Cross rooms in Nebraska hall were open according to the schedule announced at the first ot the week but the response, or rath -r he lack of it was hardly in keeping with the splendid record which Ne braska co-eds had previously made. This week the rooms will be open on Thursday from 9 to 12 o'clock and from 2 to 5 o'clock and all day Friday. There will be no work today because of the funeral service of the late Dean Ellery Davis. . The following poem by Amelia Jose phine Burr of ttie Vigilantes pictures the value of the work tht my bo done. RED CROSS WORK Interminable folds of gauze For those whom we shall never see "(Continued on page two)