Miami Hurricane, February 23, 1928

              THE UNIVERSITY NEWS
Volume One
Coral Gables, Miami, Florida, February 23,,1928
Number Eighteen
PROM TO CLIMAX SOCIAL SEASON
STUDENTS
SPEAK
Honor Science Club Has Lectures With Its Meetings
Lectures are conducted under the auspices o fthe Honor Science Club, an organization of students specializing and vitally interested in the natural sciences. Richard E.
Pollard and Otto K. Sieplein spoke at the meeting Wednesday nignt at the University.
Richard Pollard’s topic was FLYER TO BE
“Ultra-violet rays. He said,	u
German Students Will
Present 1-Act Comedv
Students of the German classes will present a one-act comedy for the German society, 3800 N. E. 2nd avenue, Sunday, Feb. 26, at 6 p. m. The cast includes: Adelheid, Jeanette Davis; her aunt, Sophya Wolfe; Heinrich. Ruth Linder; Ferdinand, Alice Babin; Hildebrand, Pauline Spofford; and his daughter Betty, Faye Weintraub.
Some first year German students will sing and Faye Wein-.rauli will give a German dance.
“Ultra-violet rays are the shortest rays produced by light and are invisible. These rays which are of different lengths produce different chemical and physical effects according to their lengths.
“Ultra-violet rays are of great medical importance. They are used in the medical world for the cure of tuberculosis, rickets, internal and external diseases.
“There are four sources of the ultra-violet ray. Mercury vapor lamp, sunlight, arc lamps and in-cadescent lamps are the four sources. The first named produces the greatest percentage of violet rays. Sunlight is next in order, and because of its abundance can be called the best available source. The other two sources are not important.”
He further said. “Miami’s sunlight in the winter months has more violet rays than New York’s has in the summer months when the rays are most plentiful. Miami in the summer time through its continuous sunlight is very rich in rays. Therefore Miami is a most suitable place for the sick as well as the healthy.
“These rays in their final analysis are the source of all food for animal life as plants make glucose from carbon dioxide and water with the aid of the energy derived from the rays. This and other photochemical reactions produced •by the rays are of utmost importance.”
Otto Sieplein introduced his subject, “Atomic Structure,” with the fundamental reasons for the indirect nature of the evidence of the existanee of atoms and molecules, viz., their invisibility.
He then dwelt on the use of the atomic theory in explaining the phenomena of the stable union present in the non-polar com pounds; in explaining the signi ncance of atomic numbers and th^n use in the periodic table; and in explaining radium emanation.
With much detail he developed this latter theory with regard to radium and its disintegration into isotopic forms of radioactive lead. He discussed further the idea of isotopes and their bearing on the calculation of atomic weights.
From his lecture it was gathered that the atom consists of a positively charged nucleus containing a definite number of protons in more or less stable equilibrium with an outer shell or series of shells of negatively charged electrons in orbits about the nucleus. This theory indicates, he showed, the reason for some elements being inert and others active, on the basis of comparative balance. of charges between protons and electrons in the element.
The atomic number of the element may be thought of, it seems, as an indication of the numbers cf excess charges- on the atom.
He concluded by indicating the scope of the theory and its appli-'aticn to the elements as arranged a the periodic tables, showing that certain periods as the polar 'impounds, adapt themselves very w?ll to it, while others require ad-citional hypothesis outside the ■ ra:c theory.
MIAMI’S GUEST
Coral Gables C. of C. Will Entertain Clarence Chamberlain
Clarence Chamberlain, international flyer, will be in Miami February 28. The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce will entertain him during his stay here.
This organization is also backing his lecture, and all money, above expenses, taken in from the ticket sale for it will be turned over to the University of Miami for work in aviation.
Mayor Hammers of Coral Gables has planned a “breakfast” at 10 o’clock, to welcome the flyer. Chamberlain will probably do some stunt Hying in the afternoon. A uanquet will be held at the Miam, Biltmore hotel, followed by Chamberlain’s lecture at the Miami Coliseum. Pictures will also be shown a, this time.
Tickets are now being sold. A special rate of 50c is being mad, for University students.
— Dr. 4>. J. JMi ptein tea b,ifi
ferring with the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce in regard to this matter.
CIVIC THEATRE GIVES PLAYS
Three Comedies And One Tragedy Will Be Given At University
Symphony Orchestra Gives Concert in Ft. Lauderdale
The Miami Civic Theatre will present four one-act plays tonight and tomorrow night at 8:15 in the University auditorium, under the direction of Daniel Frohman. eminent theatrical producer.
There will be three comedies and one tragedy. “The “Red Hat” which is being produced on the stage for the first time, is a >cmedy of’married life. Two couples get mixed up and much mis-1 understanding results. “Nature Versus Art,” is a burlesque on i private rehearsal. “The Recoil" is a tragedy from the French. It deals with socialism. The scene iaid in the workman’s home. The scene of the “Real Thing.” a comedy, is laid in an employment office where the wives hire out for service and the maids employ them.
Admission for the performance is one dollar. Students, however, may be admitted with student activity tickets.
UNIVERSITY HAS
“HELL WEEK” _________' 0
Fraternities Take This Week To Make Life Miserable For Pledges
“Here, worm, grab your ankles, and be quick about it,” commands the upperclassman, the active in -he fraternity, and the lord-to-be ,'cr the coming week. What happens after the terrified freshman grabs his ankles we will draw the «.uriam on, for It may be too painful for our tender hearts to stand. T hus begins what is known as “hell week” in fraternity circles, a week of “fun” for the actives, and seven hectic days for the neophyte.
Ridiculous articles of clothing are prescribed 4>r the rat to wear that all his classmates may see how foolish and lowly he really is. He must stoop tb polish shoes, and refuse the tips that he may be offered. He is forbidden that social privilege so dear to the human be •ng, the art of conversation, but, as he is only a worm of the dust, it is the natural order of things ‘hat he should make no sound. He s supposed to possess absolutely no intelligence; therefore, he is •iven eggs to carry in his pockets in the hope th*t he will learn to preserve them a and hatch from him the coming Christmas dinner, i. he should break one of these ggs while using it as a ball to play pass with an active, it is •narked up against him as a great »rid- hideous crime, and he must ackle on through the week in »tenement for his most disgraceful arelessness. He is routed from his only escape from this terrible state of affairs’, in the middle of !he black night, and sent out to find a pitch fork full of water, and _ -Uirn, ••■;’hj Uii»rv-n> rr;i>i"r diup.
W hen “hell week” is over, the lowly worm, the neophyte, is taken into the sanctum sanctorum of the fraternity, and the mystic rites nd sacred secrets are revealed to him in all the solemnity and dig oigty that his former tormentors an command. He is given the sec ret pass word, and the grip of everlasting brotherly love, and he 'merges from the chapter room the croud bearer of the long coveted pin that he has gone through so out h to obtain. He is no longer the lowly worm of the dust, but one of the honored brothers of dear old XI Xi Xi.
Faculty Members Review Books at Pen Women Symosia
Debating Course Under K. Close Attracts Students
The course in debating and argumentation, which is taught by Kenneth R. Close, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30, seems to be popular. There are 16 registered for the class. Foster’s “Debating and Argumentation” is the text used.
An impromptu, informal debate was held last week on the points for and against debating. Some very interesting viewpoints were discussed by each side. All of the students admitted that, at least, debating is not harmful, and the majority said that there are many advantages to be derived from it.
PARKS DISCUSSED AT UNIVERSITY
Famous Beauty Spots America Are Shown On Slides
of
JUNIOR CLASS HONORS SENIORS
Miami Biltmore Country Club Will Be Scene of Coior-ful Event
Randall Jones lectured Thursday night in the auditorium on the "National Parks,” accompanying his lecture with gorgeously coioreu tides. He showed beautiful scenes of Grand Canyon, Bryci Canyon, /ion and Cedar Breaks National Parks. Mr. Jones was born near Cedar City, Utah, where most ol these parks are located. The na-.ives nau ouilt up a superstitiou.-itar of these stretches of pnmaeiii otauty, because they were,so niirg nifieent they were afraid Up enter them. This fear prevented them trom being disturbed.
As he grevi older, Mr. Jones became convinced of the need of preserving this beauty and he devoted his time to accomplishing this, lie makes ireyuent trips to Washington and invites parties of senators and other influential people to accompany him through the parks. He tm wWted*ceaseTMfcly. ahd to him belongs the credit for preserving these national beauty spots.
His lecture included the story of this struggle and also a general description of the canyons. He has given this stereoptican talk before many prominent groups, among them senators, congressmen and ine Harvard Club of New York.
Flight of Spanish Women Discussed at Country Club
Reserve Basketball Team
Tries for Championship
The University of Miami Symphony orchestra gave a concert February 26. at 4 p. m., in the high school auditorium in Fort bauderdale. Margaret Lanahan. soprano, will be the soloist. In r®c°gnition of the excellent work
"f this
The University of Miami “baby Hurricanes" have entered the Y. M. C. A, city championship tour nament under the non de plume of the X. club, in an effort to bring another title to Coach . p’s title snatchers.
Th ir first game will be with the igogas Thursday night at 10 .’dock. The tournament has some ’ ihe fastest teams in the city ntered, and as the “babies” have ■ ¡ready beaten several of the con nders, they are going in as dark horses. Come on “babies, and urir.g U3 one loving cup at least.
The squad will be composed of •.ustin Younts, Paul Weilbacher,
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cities t f Baker Stare key. Pete Bailey,, Wor-
Hcward Southgate and Mr. Ruth Bryan Owen reviewed bool: at the Book Review Symposia, uri der the auspices of the League American Pen Women, Wednes day, Feb. 15, at the Miami Women’: dub building.
“Lazarus Laughs,” by Eugene O’Neill,, was reviewed by .Mr.
i hgate, who daimed that it was not successful* as a play and did not follow the concepts of play-writing. Mr. Southgate read and discussed parts of the play.
“Giants < f the Earth,” by C. E. Rdvaag, was rfcviewed and the author’s life outlined by Mrs. Owen, who claimed that it was a great book because it made the reader see. through its faithful portraiture, a distinctive phase of human development.
Law Students Organize
New Legal Fraternity
A legal fraternity has been organized at the University, which i* petitioning the national legal fra-irmity Phi Delta Phi. This was ! roug’ht abi ut by the rapid ad-vancement of the law school and recognition i y many of the law students of the need of a legal fraternity.
The fraternity, which has adopted the name of Delta Phi Inn, is sponsoring the idea of moot court during the- second semester. Charter members of the Delta Phi Inn are: J. L. Baxter, Cliff Courtney, Dal? Kidwell, C. C. Reiser, A. P Bleier. Matt McKim,
Señora Isabel de Palencia, a member of the Royal Academy of Arts and Sciences of Cadiz, and of the Society of Women Geographers oí America, spoke on the “Status oí Women in Spain” Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 15, under the auspices of the Spanish department of ihe University, at the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club. Señora Falencia was introduced by Prof. Angel del Rio, who spoke very highly of the accomplishments of this Spanish woman. Numerous .' panish provincial costumes were shown by Señora Palencia, who gave a short talk on the manoer-,sms and customs of the people in the provinces where each dress is worn. Several very fine shawls and many mantillas were, also di-played. The mantillas were of different types from the time of Goya, the famous Spanish painter, up to the present day—showing the evolution of the headdress.
A short musical program preceded the lecture. Margaret Mc-Lanahain. accompanied by Dorothy ,! ames, sang several songs, and the University trio, consisting of George l.aMere, Joe Tarpley and • 1 • a-c Cu ‘'•nan. gave several sene, lens. Tea was served afterwards by three Lambda Phi girl-, Katherine Bastwick, Frances Bol-ten and Eileen Pharmer, and by four Zeta Phi pledges, Marjory Howard, Aiciine Hartman. Cora Stiplieh and Carmen Christian.
PROFESSOR GIVES LECTURE
By HUGH SELGAS Friday night promises to be one of the outstanding dates of the school year, when the juniors come to the fore and put on the Junior Prom that we have been hearing so much about for the past couple of months. That they have been working hard on it there is no doubt, and they are certain to have a few tricks up their sleeves that they are not telling anyone about.
The University of Miami has an advantage over a lot of other schools when it comes to doing things socially. Most schools have their affairs in gymnasiums, hotels and other public places, but very few have the opportunity of having an exclusive private club turned over to them. The Prom will be held in the Miami Biltmore Country Club, one of the most exclusive and beautiful clubs in the state. To describe it would be a task for a poet, so we must let it suffice to say that it “mus the seen to be appreciated.” It has a fine dance floor adjoining the dining room, and also a terrace just off the ballroom that overlooks the well know» Biltmore golf course. The terrace will probably be the most popular of the two floors for dancing, and if the moon is out and the stars are trying to outshine it—well, just try and find anyone inside.
Nearly everyone connected with the University has heard of Ted Kennedy—he’s the one that wrote 'he school song. He has been in the Conservatory ever since the beginning of University and has pppeared a number of times at as-reipbly with his violin. He has been playing at the Coral Gables Golf and Country Club for the past two years, and just recently organized his own orchestra. He has been making quite a hit with the music lovers about town, and everyone agrees that he is as good on a "hot" fiddle as he is in the symphony orchestra on his viola. Each member of his orchestra doubles on another instrument and a couple of them sing as well as play. As far as the music is concerned everyone is assured of a good time.
There have been rumors around school that the favors are going to be this and that they are going to be that, but it doesn’t seem that anyone really knows, or if he knows he isn’t telling. And there is to be a buffet supper along about the time every one will be getting hungry, and even those who say they would rather dance than eat will probably retract that statement when the time comes to partake of a little refreshment.
There are going to be a lot of people there beside« the students. The citizens of the community are to take the place of the “old grads” that other Proms are blessed with. Of course we have only a very few alumni, due to the short time the University has been in existence, so the town people have been asked to augment this small group and do the thing up in real style.
Everyone that possesses a certain combination (five dollars and a tuxedo) will be there. (If you haven't a tux, the juniors have decided that you can attend anyway if you have the rest of the requirements). There will probably be a number of pledges there who are just finishing up a week of probation. so we may get a little im promptu entertainment.
Everyone who can possibly do it should turn out for the second Junior Prom, for the junior class has spent a lot of time and work in preparation for it. and the people who are visiting Miami will form an impression of the Umvir_ sity of Miami from the attendance at the event.
James J. Marshall, professor of astronomy of the University, gave
a talk on “People in Other Worlds j	-------------
Than Ours" at the Andrew Jack- Ruth Bryan Owen Lecture.
, n Junior High school, Tuesday i Mrs. Ruth Bryan Owen will give night. After the lecture George a benefit lecture on Modem Arabia Mere, accompanied by J|e ian Nights under the auspice* of Tarpley, gave a group of Indian the American citizenship commit-v,i - ir. costume. They are .stu- tee of the Miami Womans club dents in the Conservatory’ of Music. . xt month.