Miami Hurricane, February 28, 1936

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Volume 9
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Barbara b rietchie ’ Is Colorfully Enacted
I'Jedra Brown Stars
Curtain Rises Tonight at 8:30 On Second Presentation of Opal Motter Production
tfy Dorothy Smith The play, “Barbara Frietchie,”' esented last night by the University pJ! vers in the auditorium was well P formed by a carefully chosen cast, under the direction of Mrs. 0. E. Hotter.
Nedra Brown, as Barbara Friet-hie portrayed the part as excellent-i as any well trained actress whose ,y„rt and soul is in her part could
heart
have
acted. Nedra’s ability is even
more excellent in this play than in any previous one, making us realize how much the department in dramatics means to the University.
R0Xy Lewis, Gwen Davis, and Haree Garvin, as southern girls, with their beautiful costumes and well-acted parts, added greatly to the per-
formance.
Helen Vreeland, as Mrs.
Hunter, a newcomer to the dramatics department, shows promising talent for the University Players.
jimmy Daar, as Jack Negly, acted the difficult mad scene, after returning from war, in a professional manner.
Brad Franklin, as Captain Trumbull, the hero from the North, gave a true interpretation of his part.
Paul Pencke, as Colonel Negly, gave a very good characterization of the southern Civil War gentleman.
Great assistance was offered to the cast by Martha Meyers, as Mammy Lou; James Thayer, as Mr. Frietchiep James Beusse, as Arthur Frietchie; Frances Fitch, as Edgar Strong; Maxwell Marvin, as Doctor Hal Boyd; Cecil Cook and Bob Masterson; Gene Boyle, Russell Hall as soldiers; and William Knowles.
Stage settings were well built and added considerably to the background of the play. Musical scores were presented by the University Symphony Orchestra, which was recently proclaimed by Abram Chasins as “one of the best in America.”
The play will be presented again tonight, and reservations may be made by calling Evergreen 701.
Due to the small representation last night, it is hoped that a large crowd will attend this evening’s performance.
ibis Manager Seeks Student Ad Solicitors
Bave Hendrick, business
man-
gm of the Ibis, asks that anyone
ments f Tu S°licitinS advertisements for the yearbook report to
“The staff is attempting to pro-uce a good book this year,” said Bave, but the Ibis cannot be a success without sufficient financial
^ mg‘	suPPort depends
upon the advertisements solicited by earnest students.”
“In order to facilitate the secur-lng of ads>” continued Dave, “the lorn board has decided to abolish advertising territories and to permit students to solicit ads anywhere.
I he extremely high commission of twenty percent is being offered lor this solicitation.”
Assembly Today Is Sponsored By Hurricane Staff
Fingerprinting Program With Aid of Justice Department Is Successful
Dr. Will Durant Will Lecture Here Sunday
Dr. Will Durant, noted philosopher and author will deliver an address Sunday evening, March 1, 8:00 p.m., at the Temple Israel, located at 137 N. E. Nineteenth Street, in Miami. The subject of his lecture will be “A Program for America.” Dr. Durant, formerly a professor in philosophy at Columbia University, is the author of several widely read books. General admission to the lecture will be one dollar; students, fifty cents.
At assembly this morning the University of Miami, through a program sponsored by the Hurricane, became the first school to cooperate with the United States Department of Justice in its attempt to voluntarily secure the fingerprints of all law abiding citizens for record in the Civil Identification files of the Bureau of Investigation. '	-
R. B. Nathan who addressed the faculty, students, and townspeople, is a special agent from the Bureau. Dr. B. F. Ashe, president of the University, was the first to volunteer his impressions. He was followed by Martha Myers, Roma Pape, and Dr. Jay F. Pearson, after which time it became impossible to keep track of the people who wanted their identification record placed on file.
At the regularly appointed assembly period, one of the largest crowds witnessed • this year had gathered in expectation of the event to which the idea of fingerprints and “G” men naturally lent color. The band under the direction of Walter E. Sheaffer, conductor, played several selections.
James A. Daar, news editor of the Hurricane, introduced in order Chief D. E. Sox of the Coral Gables police department; James Barker, head of the Miami Police Department Identification Bureau, who assisted the government men in taking the prints; and then the speaker, Mr. Nathan.
Two of Mr. Nathan’s “G” men arrived in Miami last night and made final arrangements for him. They also assisted in taking the prints.
Mr. Nathan’s men, and Mr. Barker will be in the auditorium throughout the remainder of the day to roll prints.
Johnny Ott Crowned Kampus King ’Mid Cheers of Many Loyal Subjects
By Judy Dupree
_ The king is crowned! Long live the king!
Johnny Ott, new Kampus King, ascended the throne left by John Es-eUme, Friday, February twenty-first, a the stroke of midnight—that mys-eri0Us hour when special powers are supposed to be bestowed upon the ^ortunate Few. Sage words were of t0 the wisdom-hungry hearts , . e throng of four hundred loyal £ Jects, who clamored for a speech «j°m ^eir mighty monarch. Ott said, b every newsreel I have ever seen,
ha] neW king stands uP°n the Palace cony, and waves a wand over the ^°wd below. Since I have defeated an-[Ve ?endrIck by only one vote, I going to ask him to stand upon
the bale
this
°by and wave the wand.” At Point, the ruler seized the band
cli T S k^un, beckoned to Hendrick, u ed upon the throne to meditate aced the “wand” in his hand, and Upoa his new task.
tur^en(^Ck’ with a magnificent ges-an f’ waved the wand of blessing, Proclaimed Ott the “right man—
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of the school, by the school, and for the school.”
The crowd was appeased, and each silently vowed loyal devotion to the new King of the Kampus.
At a later interview, when asked concerning his plans for the future King Ott announced that he “would rule with an iron hand, with the help of his Brain Trust,” which includes Erwin Grau, Secretary of War, “because he is the roughest, toughest guy on the campus;” Davidoff, Chief of the Harem; David Hendrick, Secretary of the Treasury; and Micahl Rup'gles, Court Jester.
The King revealed that he was struck senseless by the announcement that he had been victorious m the election, and attributed his success to either his dreamy eyes, his manly ears, or the unique part in his
hair	*
This is the third successive year in which Phi Alpha fraternity has been represented by the winning «“dld“‘e: each of whom was named John, and the crown is now their own.
The king is crowned! Long live
the king!
RenownedChoir Sings In Local Tribute Concert
Appears with Miami Symphony In Memorial to the Late Mrs. H. E. Talbott
Last Monday night the Westminster Chorus, famous American Symphonic Singers, appeared in concert with the University Symphony orchestra in a program arranged as a tribute to the late Mrs. H. E. Talbott, sponsor of the Westminster Chorus and a patron of music.
The concert opened with the Beethoven Symphony No. 3 (Eroica) with Dr. Volpe and the orchestra doing an exceptionally fine performance of one of the greatest of musical compositions. Their playing of the Beethoven Symphony was worthy of comparison with many of America’s major orchestras.
The Chorus, under the direction of John Finley Williamson, held the audience enraptured during their singing of several delightful numbers. One of the most pleasing offerings was Fisher’s “Slumber Song,” a soprano solo with the Chorus humming the harmony, giving it the effect of a muted string section with solo violin. The applause for this offering was so spontaneous and sincere that Mr. Williamson generously had the Chorus repeat it.
Mr. Williamson lauded Dr. Volpe and the Symphony orchestra. He said, “I think it is the finest student orchestra in the country. If the work you are doing here could be carried on in all sections of the country America would have her own great musicians.”
Following the concert a lunch was served in the cafeteria for the Chorus and the orchestra.
Percy Grainger to Appear with University Symphonic Band
DIRECTS CONCERT
University Audience Approves French Film
“Kreuzer Emden,” German Classic, Next Tuesday
Walter Sheaffer, director of the University of Miami Symphonic Band, will conduct the next Monday evening concert featuring Percy Grainger as guest artist.
I.R.C. Continues Discussion On Ethiopian War
Round Table Debate of African Conflict Features Weekly Club Meeting
Will Present Own Arrangement
Folk-songs to be Featured on Program of Australian Pianist-Composer in Concert witb Band Monday at Miami High Auditorium
Percy Grainger, noted Australian pianist-composer, will be presented in a concert with the University of Miami Symphonic Band under the'direction of Walter E. Sheaffer, Monday, March 2, at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
The band has been rehearsing four of Grainger’s arrangements of old folk tunes which have been called gems in music by critics. His “Country Gardens” is one of the best known,
and
Kaltenborn and Fish Debate In Weekly Feature
Town Hall Brings Outstanding ' Personalities Into Heated New Deal Discussion
The French version of Doystoy-evski’s famous novel “Crime^Et Châtiment,” was presented before an appreciative audience last Tuesday night in the University auditorium.
The film was well acted by a distinguished cast of French actors and actresses including Pierre Blanchar, Harry Baur, and Madeline Ozeray. Their technique and human portrayals together with the scenic and sound effects established the picture as a superior screen entertainment which the Holywood production could not rival.
“Kreuzer Emden,” a German motion picture, is scheduled for next Tuesday’s foreign film showing at the University of Miami auditorium at 8:30 p.m. The conversation is in German with English superimposed titles. It is a German navy sea drama which treats of the exploits of the Emden, a German naval cruiser, during the World War.
This series of foreign film importations is worthy of the full-hearted support of the student body. The admission price has been reduced to 25 cents.
SARRON AND MILLER MEET IN TITLE BOUT
Freddie Miller made a great impression in his first workout at Bill Gore’s gymnasium on the occasion of the opening of his training for his fifteenth round championship bout with Petey Sarron, which tikes place at the Coral Gables Coliseum on March 2, next Monday night. So impressive was he that he has been installed an 8 to 5 favorite to retain his championship.
The champion is withi* three pounds of the required 126 pounds he must show on the scales next Monday afternoon. He will haveno trouble with the weight, however, aid expects to be no heavier than 125 at ringtime.
No fight in Miami in recent years has aroused so much inteiest as this championship. The sale of tickets has
Discussion of the Italo-Ethiopian situation was continued at the meeting of the International Relations Club, Wednesday night, in the Social Hall.
Debate centered about Louis Sab-atino, Charles Kramer, Bradley Boyle, and Mr. Belaunde. The meeting was carried on in the form of a round table discussion which brought forth interesting information about the new sea-sleds which Italy is employing in the Mediterranean, the power of the League of Nations, rivalry of European countries, and the relation of foreign affairs to the United States. Mr. Belaunde emphasized the fact that the International Relations Club should be a miniature League of Nations, seeking means to world peace.
The Chaco War and boudary dispute, a topic suggested by Mr. Belaunde, will be the subject of the next meeting. Mr. Belaunde will give a talk first, preceeding the round-table discussion.
It was decided that the club should meet every Wednesday evening.
BEHR CHOSES FROSH DANCE COMMITTEE
At the Freshman meeting in the auditorium last Friday morning, Jack Behr, president of the class, selected a Freshman Frolics Dance Committee.
This committee which will make arrangements for the annual Freshman Show-Dance includes: Jack Behr, Bob McVoy, Franklin Z. Glickman, Roger Thomas, C. A. Cold, Jr., and Winnie Lee Stephens.
The dance will be held in the cafeteria on March 7. A Freshman Queen will be chosen from the sororities and Sport Club. The candidates include: Joan Goeser, Delta Tau; Eunice Armstrong, Sport Club; Evelyn Isaac, Zeta Phi; Ann Steele, Sigma Phi; Doris Page, Lambda Phi; Maude Walton, Alpha Kappa Alpha; Barbara Wertheimer, Theta Chi Omega.
The committee is also planning a dance contest and a floor show. The admission will be $.45 stag or drag. Bob Reinert’s Miamelodians will furnish the music.
Magician Birch to Appear
The University Players plan to bring Mr. Birch, noted illusionist, to the University for a performance in the near future.
One of the highlights of his exhibition is the mystifying box escape. The box will be specially constructed by the Renuart Lumber Company and Birch will be nailed inside by Chief
Sox and George Bolton, City Build-been brisk and the indications are^ }ng jnspector
at this time, that there wil be a com- Watch for the date as announced plete sell-out.	here.
An enthusiastic Town Hall audience heard the Honorable Hamilton Fish and K. V. Kaltenborn debate last Sunday evening on the success of the New Deal.
Although the program called for a debate, it resolved itself into a political talk on parties with Fish upholding the Republicans, and Kaltenborn upholding the Democrats.
Fish, whose blustering manner of address contrasted the suaveness of Kaltenborn, stressed the importance of the constitution and the Supreme Court throughout his argument. He attacked the Roosevelt regime denouncing the President himself as a socialist. He quoted Green, American Federation of Labor president, on the increasing unemployment Situation, the heavy taxation and the increasing national debt which characterizes the present administration, and cited by contrast the economy and the reduction of national debt under the Cool-idge administration.
Kaltenborn, replying in a sarcastic manner, censored Fish’s socialistic accusation by a statement of Norman Thomas, “that the Democrats’ trouble is they don’t even approach the socialistic platform.” He contradicted Fish’s anti-New Dealism by charging that Senator Borah, Republican candidate for president, was seventy-five percent a New Dealer; and stated that the conditions which arose after the Coolidge and Hoover administrations called for a man of action like Roosevelt.
In the round table discussion that followed, Kaltenborn lost some of his suavity in calling Fish a “park-rolling congressman and “a coward.” But Fish retaliated by replying that the people are responsible for putting the cowards in Congress, a majority of which are democrats.
Sunday evening, March 1, Major General Smedley Butler and “Private Peat” will conduct a symposium on “How Can We Wipe Out War?”
others such as “Molly on the Shore,” “Irish Tune from County Derby,” “Shepherd’s Hey” are played everywhere.
Mr. Grainger was born at Brighton, Melbourne, Australia, July 8, 1882. He studied with Louis Pabst and appeared publicly when he was ten. When he had earned enough with concerts, in his twelfth year, he went with his mother to Germany to continue his studies. They travelled extensively.
Bach has always been Grainger’s favorite composer, but he has championed the moderns. He was the first in many countries to play Debussy, Ravel, Cyril Scott, Delius, Albeniz, Carpenter, Dett, and Guion.
In 1918 Grainger became an American citizen, having made his debut in America in 1915. He served as a bandsman in the United States Army.
Bruno Usher, Los Angeles critic, has said regarding the type of compositions that Grainger will play: “They are particularly inspiring because their form does not predominate their contents, the. message of the folk music. To hear him play them reveals their simplicity of charm, for under his fingers the elegy of Ireland, or the buoyant skirl of the highland bagpipes speaks from the heart of the one people to that of another.”
The program as scheduled will include: Phedre (Massenet); Indian Summer (Herbert); Turkey in the Straw (Guion); Fedora (Giordano); and the following by Grainger: The Children’s Hour, An Irish Tune from County Derby, Shepherd’s Hey, and Molly on the Shore.
Ludwig Lewishon to Speak Next Thursday
Ludwig Lewisohn, famous author and critic, will lecture Thursday night, March 7th, at the Miami High School auditorium, at 8:30.
Mr. Lewisohn is the author of such well-known navels as “Upstream,” “Mid-Channel,” and “The Island Within.” He has also written several biographies.
This address is being given under the auspices of the Beth David Congregation of Miami. General admission will be one dollar, and there will be a special student rate of fifty cents. Tickets may be procured at the Hurricane office Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
Power of Supreme Court Should be Curbed” is Collegiate Opinion
(Associated Collegiate Press)
The power of the United States Supreme Court to invalidate legislation has reached socially damaging proportions, in the opinion of American college students, and should be curbed without delay.
Revision of the constitution so as to check the power of the high court is favored by a majority of students, according to an Associated Collegiate Press survey just completed.
Remedies ranging from increasing the number of Supreme Court justices by naming liberal appointees known to have kept pace with the times to giving congress the power to reinstate legislation thrown out by the court are suggested by college leaders.
Strongly urging revision, The Ohio State Lantern commends a state law-maker:
“Usually conservative, ‘safe and sane,’ Senator Vic Donahey announced in Washington that he favors a revision of the Constitution because he believes it has not kept pace with the times. A revision is necessary, he
pointed out, ‘to provide additional guarantees of health, safety and security for the people.’
“We believe that it is a significant statement and probably holds significant results. It is indeed heartening to note that Sen. Donahey, who is usually classed in the conservative bloc in Congress, has finally recognized need for change. His statement indicates, quite clearly a trend away from the traditionally-held belief that the Constitution is a sacred document, one which must not be changed lest we gain the wrath of the gods.
“There is even a new and more liberal attitude growing among the geenral public toward constitutional change. This is as it should be. The ironical fact is that for too long most of us have clung to the time-worn theory that to change the Constitution is plain heresy.
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