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SOUTHERN
DAILY
CALIFORNIA
TROJAN
United Press World Wide New* Service
Volume XXVII
Los Angeles, California, Thursday, October 31, 1935
Number 29
Amateur Night Talent Choice Finals Delayed
Definite Selection To Be Made Today, Affirm Committeemen
rogram Termed Unique
'o Admission Charge Will Be Assessed, Declare Student Officials
Speaker
Final trials for Trojan amateur ight were held last night in thc :ial lounge of the Student Union, ut because of the unwieldy num-tr of finalists, some 25 competing, o final decision was reached by id Smith and his large student committee. Definite decisions will be reached sometime today, it was affirmed. with the selections being made public immediately.
Final choice is to bs based not only upon outstanding ability of the competitors, but will also be made upon the variety of entertainment to be offered. A limited dumber of finalists will be distributed ln each area of entertainment, ith classical, popular, and instrumental divisions all being represented. it was said.
Plans Proceed Meanwhile, arrangement* are going ahead for staging the amateur rogram, Trojan students are parti-ipating. with Bovard auditorium he scene of the affair. Details for roadcasting the unique event are ill in the process of formation, ith definite announcement in this ?ard also being released soon, it as declared.
Acting as spokeswoman for the se-ection committee, was Ida Mae Sompere, Zeta Tau Alpha, and Am-president, who declared that he quality of the ability of the ontestants also hampered immedi-te choice of the finalists.
‘Difficult Choice’
“The committee is having a diffi-ult time in choosing those ama-‘urs who should take part in the inal program,” said Miss Compere. Further discussion over their res-ctlve merits probably will be re-uired before conclusive choice can made.”
Probably 15 finalists will be nam-d for Monday night’s Bovard audi--rium bill, it was said, with a pair f altenrites also being chcsen in ase of illness or withdrawal by a competitor at the last moment.
Popular Applause Will Judge Prizes will be awarded ta the out-tanding performers, to be deter-ined by popular applause. No ad-ission will be charged, and it is nderstood that dramatic and mo-ion picture talent scouts will be resent to attend he program, wach-g for available professional talent. Semifinalists in last night’s trials ere: Hal Pitt, modem pianist; uth Hurst, classical vocalist; ranees Moerell, classical vocalist; ose Modisette, popular vocalist; hyllis Oeschsli. popular vocalist; falter Slike, classical pianist; Milt tivers, classical vocalist.
The Hill-Billy band from Phi appa Psi fraternity; Lillian Eraldi, sical vocalist; Marion Tronsen, anist; Mildred Van Denburgh, jmatic harmonica soloist; Glory a rran, violin soloist; Dorothy tham, popular vocalist.
Others Named JJ1 Berry and Johnnie Heintz. ■phone duet; Leah Kosoritz.
ty vocalist; John Shea, popu-vocalist; Carl Mastopietro, clas-pianist; George Navarro, clas-pianist; Helen Guy, popular list; Joyce Rippe, accordion so-
mes Conley, magician; Sheldon ikett. popular vocalist: Bob Ral-and Don Fareed, novelty act;
Chi quartette; and a vocal from Delta Delta Delta soror-composed of Grace Libby, Kay r, and Nancy Monroe.
Huber Reveals Delegation to I.R. Conference
S. C. Students To Attend
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Meeting of Regional Representatives
Claremont Is Host City
Dr. Cornelius G. S. De vuiier is included on the program of speakers at the International Relations club conference, which S. C. delegates will attend.
Eight Added to Relations Group
Student Body Presidents’ Day To Be Renewed By Committee
Names of eight new members of the high school relations committee, planned to create friendship between S.C. and prep students throughout the Southland, were released yesterday by Eddie Stones, chairman.
New workers on the committee are Louis Tarleton, Phi Sigma Kappa; Ben Franklin, Delta Chi; Maynard Hathaway, Chi Phi; Charles Archibald, Sigma Alpha Epsilon; Frances Dunlop. Pi Beta Phi, Audrey Austin. Kappa Alpha Theta; Margaret Snyder, Zeta Tau Alpha, and Donna Whitehom, Delta Gamma. Stones is a member of Chi Phi.
In outlining the activities of his committee during the coming year. Stones laid especial emphasis on “bigger and better” high school days, set aside to honor graduating seniors from southern California high schools and to familiarize them with the university, its students and the type of life they lead while enrolled here.
The committee will inaugurate student body presidents’ day, a time when high school chief execu-
Audrey Austin
. , . improves prep relations tives are entertained by administrative and student officials of Troy. This idea is not new. Stones pointed out, but is merely the renewal of a plan discontinued a few years ago.
Speakers will be furnished by S.C. for high school rally and assembly programs, Stones said. “It is our intention to keep the name of the University of Southern California before preparatory students as much is possible,” he remarked. “We hope to keep S.C. ahead of all other universities in this respect.”
iolence Flares in Stevedore Strike
BILE. Ala, Oct, 30 — <E» — o picket of the Intemation-ngshoremen’s association was and a police officer gravely ded tonight in a new outbreak lence in the strike of stevedor-gulf ports.
Dukes, the negro picket, lied instantly and Scout Of-Edward Deford of the Mobile department, was wounded be-e shot down the picket laying occurred at 7 pm.
the Alabama state docks picketing has been sporadic the strike was opened about ago.
reported Dukes shot at De-hitting him three times, fficer. although very severely ed, returned the fire, killing
es had been in the picket since they first were estab-when the waterfront strike
-h Mobile was one of the gulf ports in vrhich the en’s strike first develop-was the first case of vio-rcponed hen.
Coed Transfers Elect Officers
Eleanor Northrup, transfer from Pasadena junior college, was elected president of the junior womens’ transfer club at a luncheon meeting yesterday in Exposition park.
Other officers elected were Mary Marsh, secretary - treasurer; and Jeanette Morgensen, vice-president and social chairman. Unable to pick a satisfactory club name, the group appointed a committee to select a name. Those serving on the committee are: Virginia Baker, Phyllis Sneider, and Dorothy King.
Class Schedule Change Is Released
A general student assembly has been called for Monday, November 4, at 11:35 ajn, according
to official announcement from the office of the president.
The following class schedule will be followed;
8 — 8:45 am.
8:55 — 9:40 ajn.
9:50 — 10:35 am.
10:45 — 11:30 am.
11:35 am. — 12:15 p.m., assembly.
Rufus B. von KleinSmid President of the university
Ruth Frankel, Secretary Of Assembly, To Be Among Leaders
Delegates to the International Relations clubs’ conference to be held in Claremont tomorrow and Saturday were announced Wednesday by Rudolph Huber, president of the S. C. International Relations club. Outstanding among the many prominent speakers will be Dr. Cornelius G. S. De Villiers, student of international relations from south Africa.
It will be the fifth regional meeting since the Pacific southwest conference was organized at the initial meeting in Riverside four years ago. The conference, held in the Mission inn in 1931, was sponsored by the S.C. International Relations club.
S.C. Well Represented
The delegates now planning to attend are all prominent in the S.C. International Relations club. Students who now plan to attend the Claremont conference are: Rudolph Huber, Peggy Waggoner, Mary Louise Hair, Marion Wheat, Arthur Wisner, Ruth Frankel, Eugene Wolman, Jane Rudruff, and Philip Ahn. Faculty members planning to attend are Dr. John E. Hamel and Dr. Claude A. Buss.
In discussing the benefits of the yearly conferences, Dr. Harley expressed his interest in the success of the convention. He stated that the information on a wide list of subjects which the students derive from the conference, besides the personal friendships which they make, are well worth the attendance of all students. Ee hoped that students realized that the conferences were open to all.
Harley is Prominent
Dr. Harley has been influential in each of the Pacific regional conferences, being largely responsible for the success of the first confab in Riverside in 1931. His experience as a Camegie fellow in international law at Harvard equips him for the part which he takes in the conference programs. As a speaker in one of the discussion groups he will take an active part at Claremont.
The many International Relations clubs which will be represented in Claremont Friday and Saturday are organized under the auspices of the Camegie Endowment for International Peace. The purpose of the endowment is to educate the public throughout the world on the underlying principles of international conduct.
Ruth Frankel, prominent in the S.C. International Relations club, will take an active part in the business of the fifth Pacific conference. Miss Frankel was elected to the position of corresponding secretary of the conference last year when the clubs gathered at Santa Barbara for their yearly meeting.
Film ‘Villain’ Dies From Polo Injury
By United Press.
Gordon Westcott, who left a Utah ranch to become filmland’s most polished cinema “villain,” died last night at Cedars of Lebanon hospital.
His skull had been crushed at the base when he fell off a polo pony Sunday afternoon, and he did not regain consicousness. Death was due to a cerebral hemorrhage, which physicians were unable to check.
The actor, who had been “killed” numerous times in scenario sequences, was 31.
A graduate of Trinity college, Dublin, Ireland, he entered stock company drama 10 years ago and swiftly developed into one of the most perfectly equipped “menaces” on the stage.
His rise in films was as swift. After playing with Taylor Holmes, on Broadway, in “The Great Neck-er,” he was discovered by Jack Warner, brought to Hollywood and starred in an aviation picture, “Ceiling Zero.”
He was a trained flier, and his movie “deaths” usually, were accomplished in mid-air.
New Officials Elected by P.E. Administrators Club
Hi'Jinks Drafts Due, Says Y.W. Head
Drafts of specialty acts for the Y.W.CA. Hi-Jinks should be turned in to the committee in charge of the program by Monday, November 4, according to Ruth Bogardus, president of the women’s organization.
Any girls having special talents such as singing, dancing, reciting, or performing on musical instruments are asked to volunteer by Miss Bogardus. She stated that the Hi-Jinks is not limited to women ln organizations but that it is for all women on campus.
Roberts Names Student Heads
New Musical Organizations Officers Include Guy, Conrad, Norton
Appointments of the student officers of the musical organizations department were released yesterday by Harold William Roberts, department director.
Ona Conrad was named manager of the Trojan band. Other band officers are: Russell Cochran, first assistant manager; Carleton Thoms, assistant manager; Bob Cline, librarian; and Tom Ernsberger, division librarian.
Co-Managers Named
Helen Guy and Donald Moir were selected as co-managers for the A Cappella choir, with Gerald Strang as student director.
Art Smith was named student manager of the concert orchestra, with other officers as follows: William Hinshaw, student director; Robert Erdmann, librarian; Anna-bell Hulme, secretary.
The mixed chorus officers are: Lowell Gray, student manager; Herbert C. Reed, student director: Phyllis Hlght, secretary; David Bradley, librarian.
Norton Seelcted	*
Phil Norton will bs student manager of the male chorus, Thomas N. Rankin will be assistant manger and librarian, and Carl G. Lindgren, will be student director.
Ruth E. Meilandt will head the women’s glee club as student manager, with Mary Walton as assistant manager and librarian.
The above officers were appointed to serve from September 15 to February 6, inclusive.
Junior Council To Meet Today To Plan Dance
Roosevelt, Hull Strengthen U.S. Neutral Stand
A special meeting of the Junior council, for the purpose of discussing plans for a dance to be sponsored by the junior class in the near future, has been called by Maury Kantro, chairman of the council dance committee. The meeting will be held at 10 am., this morning, in 208 Administration.
“It is extremely important that every member of the council be present,” Kantro said, “because It is imperative that the group as a whole complete certain arrangements for our first dance.”
Peace Negotiations Loom
GENEVA, Oct. 30 — (IIP) —In-fomma three-power negotiations for peaceful settlement of the Ita!s-Ethiopian conflict will be conducted here this week-end, diplomats said tonight.
The conference will follow tomorrow's scheduled meeting of the league sanctions committee of 52 to begin enforcement of trade penalties against Italy.
Trade With Belligerents Absolutely Taboo’
Says Executive
Secretary Airs War Views
President Warns Against Business’ Violation Of Neutrality
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 — O) — President Roosevelt and Secretary of State Cordell Hull today enlarged the government’s neutrality policy to insure that nothing is done that would lengthen the Italo-Ethiopian war, and issued a veiled warning that stronger action will be taken against those who persist in trading with the belligerents.
Shortly after his ranking cabinet member had issued a strongly word- I ed statement of neutrality, Mr. | Roosevelt handed correspondents the text of his views on the subject.
Two Objectives Stated
The president backed up Hull in his declaration that the government has two objectives:
To keep out of war.
To do nothing which would aid in protracting the war.
In addition, the president revealed that the government is “keeping informed as to all shipments consigned for export to both belligerents.’ ’
Mr. Roosevelt said:
“In dealing with the conflict between Ethiopia and Italy, I have carried into effect the will and intent of the neutrality resolution enacted by congress. We have prohibited all shipments of arms, ammunition, and implements of war to the belligerent governments. We have warned American citizens against transactions of any character with either of the belligerent nations except at their own risk.
President Takes Stand "This government is determined not to become involved in the controversy and is anxious for the restoration and maintenance of peace.
“However, in the course of war, tempting trade opportunities may be offered to our people to supoly materials which would prolong the war. I do not believe that the American people will wish for abnormally increased profits that temporarily might be secured by greatly extending our trade in such materials; nor would they wish the struggles on the battlefield to be prolonged because of profits accruing to a comparatively small number of American citizens.
“Accordingly, the American government is keeping Informed as to all shipments consigned for export to both belligerents.”
Government Will Check Mr. Roosevelt said the government also would keep a check on oil, wheat, and other products generally considered as war necessities, which are exported from the United States to other countries for transshipment to either of the belligerent powers.
Illustrating his remarks on the attitude he feels American exporters should take in regard to trade with the belligerent powers, Mr. Roosevelt told correspondents of a luncheon he had with the executive of a large New England shoe company before hostilities began.
The official, he said, expURhed that his firm had an order from Italy for a large shioment of heavy shoes, which could be wom by soldiers.
S.C. Amateurs To Be Presented at Engineers’ Dance
Social Event To Be Presented Tomorrow
Presidsnt of the College of Engineering, holding its annual all-U dance tomorrow night, is Willis Stanley.
El Rodeo Bans Gratis Panels
‘No Cash, No Pictures’ Is Fisher’s Ultimatum To Organizations
"There will be no complimentary
picture panels in the 1936 El Rodeo,” was the ultimatum delivered to all campus organizations yesterday by Bill Fisher, business manager of the yearbook.
"Every S.C. organization will be treated alike,” Fisher emphasized. “Groups which in the past have been given complimentary panels no longer will be favored in this way.”
According to the policy established by the board of student publications, every campus group desiring a panel in the annual must sign a contract with the A.S.U.S.C., promising to pay half of its bill before November 15, 1935. and the second payment before February 15, 1936.
Fisher asked that presidents or treasurer of fraternities and other organizations sign the contract in his office, 217 Student Union, immediately. If the specifications of the contract are not met, Fisher warned, the grouo’s picture will be omitted from El Rodeo.
The business manager will be in his office every day at assembly period and from 1:30 to 3 pm. in the afternoon.
Merrian Proclaims SACRAMENTO, Oct. 30 —(IIP)— Governor Frank F. Merriam today issued a proclamation to the people of California to observe November 4 as Will Rogers* Day.
Electing Glen Grant president, the Physical Education Administrators' club met yesterday at 7 pm. in the student lounge on the third floor of the Student Union.
Other officials elected include John Burke, vice-president; and Hazel Gross, secretary.
Not only is the administrators' club co-educational, but it is also composed of many directors of college, high school, and public recreational groups. William R. LaPorte, head of the department of physical education, acted as the organizing chai^nan for the group.
Bruin Bonfire Burns Bright
* * * * * * * * * * * * California Cohorts Called Culprits * * * * * * * + * + ** Worried Westwooders Wax Weary
WESTWOOD, Oct. 30 — (Exclusive) — “Crush the Golden Bears,” was the cry that swept over the Westwood campus tonight as the bonfire planned for the rally before the U.C.L.A.-Califomia football game this Saturday, was ignited by two unknown maurauders.
The fire that was to be used to raise the gridiron spirit of the Westwood student body was originally planned to bs set off Friday night in tribute of the men who would take the field the next day against the ‘brother” Bears from up north.
About six o’clock last night, before the guards were posted to ward off any attack from rival schools, two men, suspected of being Cal rooters down here for the game, arrived on the scene of the work and proceeded to touch off the wood that was piled around the grounds.
Nearly half of the boxes and wood gathered by Bruin supporters was se*. off in a pre-rally bonfire. To-
morrow the entire student body will be called together in an assembly organizing work to replace the damage done tonight.
The fire was discovered by some of the football managers as they returned to the gym after supervising the workouts of the undefeated Bruin football team. They were joined by other students who saw the flames, and after a fight of about a half an hour the blaze was extinguished.
The two attackers had used cloths dipped in gasoline as a means of setting the wood afire.
The telephone poles used as uprights for the pile were standing about 200 yards from the piles of boxes but remained untouched. Tomorrow morning guards will be chosen from members of Blue C and Circle C, honorary service organizations and will be posted around the bonfire to ward off any new attacVi^hat may be planned.
Women Debaters To Meet Saturday
In order to give members of the women’s debate team practice in the actual procedure of debating on the platform, an assembly of the group has been called for 10 am. Saturday morning in 125 Old College, Carmen Fraide, women’s debate manager announced Wednesday.
The subject to be used at this time is to be “Resolved, that congress should be permitted to override by a two thirds majority, decisions of the supreme court declaring a congressional act unconstitutional.”
During this meeting also, definite plans will be discussed for the furnishing of the debate office, Miss Fraide said.
The coeds now trying out for debate include: Patricia Sepulveda, Carol Diller, Nancy Holme, Virginia Hudson, Ruth Frankel, Mary Todd, Brooks von Faulkenstien Betty Eberhard, Joyce Rippe, Margaret Snyder, and Mary Kay Kir-cher.	s,
“Mel Ruick’s orchestra, good as it is, isn’t enough. The S.C. amateur night contestants are coming, too,” was the announcement made last night by committee heads for the College of Engineering all-university dance.
Several of the participants in Troys first amateur program have promised to appear at the California Country club tomorrow night to present a preview performance of their talents when Trojans, engineers, and all, gather to celebrate at the highlight of social functions for the week.
Requests To Be Played
Ruick and his orchestra, scheduled to furnish ths music, have specified their intention of playing any and all request numbers regardless of age, quality, or popularity. Formerly a master of ceremonies with Fanchon and Marco, Ruick has gained considerable experience in motion picture musical work and has made numerous recordings.
“I would like to make it clear.” said Willis Stanley, president of the engineering student body, “that this is an all-university function, and not a closed affair for engineers alone. Those who have expressed curiosity as to what type of clothing an engineer years when not sporting dirty cords and leather Jackets should seize this opportunity. Boy, are we going to dress up!’*
Bids Now on Sale
The California Country club, where the dance is to be staged, ls located near Culver City, just off National boulevard. Bids for the affair are selling for $1 per couple, and are for sale by all members of the engineers’ council as well as by Dick Bean, of the Daily Trojan staff; Betty Keeler, Phi Mu; LeRoy Beers, Pi Kappa Alpha; Charles Engle. Delta Chi; Del Hessick, Kappa Alpha, and John Rounsavelle. Phi Kappa Psi.
Others from whom tickets may be purchased are Gordon Greening. Sigma Nu; Gardner Pollich, Sigma Alpha Epsilon; Sid Smith, Phi Sigma Kappa, Andy Rose, Phi Kappa Tau; Hal Newell, Kappa Sigma: Tex Kahn. Zeta Beta Tau; Boyd Georgi, in the College of Architecture, and Marie Poetker, cashier
Wampus Staff Awaits Coming Sorority Issue
With deadline past, and all copy now in the hands of the printers, business and editorial staff members of the Wampus are anticipating next Wednesday when the November “Sorority” number will be released on the Troy campus.
Pictures of the pledge lines of the various S.C. sororities, accompanied by appropriate sarcastic comment, form the principle feature of the ‘‘Sorority’’ number, which staff members declare will “really give it to ’em.” A full staff of stooges was sent to all pledge teas, it was declared, and the results of their investigations are put down in black and white for the benefit of the gullible Troy public.
Feature articles, applicable to the recent teas, all connected with Trojan sororities, will also be included, with J. Claude Manderbaugh offering his usual uniquely presented spiel. Plenty of cartoons and gags are also promised by the editorial staff, with the regular fashion and musical features also being presented.
Announcement that arrangements whereby sorority members may obtain prints of the pledge line photographs will be completed in the near future was also made.
Social Science Group To Hear Doctor Neumeyer
Alpha Pi Zeta, faculty social science fraternity, has set Saturday, November 9. as the date for its first meeting, which will be at the home of Dr. Clarence Case, 1260 Leighton street. “Leisure and Social planning” is to be the subject of an address by Dr. Martin Neumeyer.
Officers of Alpha Pi Zeta include Dr. Garver, president: Dr. J. Eugene Harley, vice-president; and John Nordskig. secretary-treasurer.
Composing the executive committee are Drs. Lester B. Rogers, and Wilbur Long.
Aviators Killed
ROME, Oct. 30 — (UJ?) — Four Italian fliers were killed and one injured tonight when their hydroplane dived into the sea shortly after taking off from the hydroport of Puntisella, near Pola, in the Ad-i riatic.
Medical Exam Date Is Announced
Campus Chest Drive To Begin With Assembly
Three-day Troy Campaign Planned, Beginning On Monday
Watlett Placed in Charge
$700 Quota Set by Local Student Executives Of Movement
Determined to break all records for S.C. Community Chest iuntbs. the committee in charge has set a $700 quota for the three-day drive to take place Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, next •veek. Ross Watlett, general chairman of the campaign, announced last night.
Feature of the drive will be an assembly Monday morning, with an outstanding orches.ra and other entertainment provided to help launch the program of che/.t activities which will include a tag sale Tuesday and Wednesday. Efforts are being made to procure Jimmie Grier’s Biltmore bowl band for the program, Watlett said.
Six committee chairmen have been appointed, each of which will
Comrauni.y Cacs.cr ^co.se ... sympathizes with needy have charge of a group of salesmen of their own selection. They are Gerda Boorse. Francis Dunlop, Phi Beta Phi; Ruth 3inclair, Alpha Gamma Delta: Patty Pleree, Alpha Chi Omega, and Jimmie Brown. Delta Delta Delta. Watlett ls calling a meeting of this committee for tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 ta the social hall.
The drive is being conducted on campus as a part of the city wide campaign which ’s at present go-’ng on. The Trojan committee is cooperating with I o h n R. Page, general chairman of the city organization.
I n dividual irives within each fraternity and so-Salesgirl B own rority will be di-. . to vend tags rected. Watlett said, by presidents of the houses or someone whom they shall appoint, in charge. A careful organization will be effected so that every Greek and non-organization student or. campus will be contacted.
Classes for Monday are to be shortened. The chest campaign a year ago on campus accnied approximately $350.
Frosh To Try Out For Debate Squad
Tryouts for the freshman debate squad will be held at 2:30 pjn., Monday ta Porter hall, Law building, Ames Crawford, freshman debate coach, announced yesterday.
“Every contestant will be expected to be prepared to deliver a five-minute speech on either side of the national debate question. ‘Resolved, that congress should be permitted to override by a two-thirds majority decisions of the supreme court declaring a congressional act unconstitutional’,” Crawford stated.
“When the constructive speeches have been completed,” explained Crawford, “the aspirants will give three minute refutations of opposing arguments offered by the other contestants.
“Every freshman is eligible for the squad and is welcome to try out,” Crawford concluded.
The Association of American Medical Colleges’ aptitude test will bs given Friday, December 6, at 2 pm. The test should be taken by all students who expect to apply for entrance to a medical school by fall of 1936. The test has been adopted by the association as one of the normal requirements for admission.
Students should make application immediately to the office of the comptroller. A fee of one dollar is required of each student.
This is the only time the test will be given this school year. The test will be given in room 206 Administration building.
Thirteen Women Pledged To Athena Literary Group
Thirteen women were pledged to Athena Literary society last night at a candle-light ceremony in Elizabeth von KleinSmld hall.
Directly following the ceremony the new pledges held a meeting at which they elected the following officers: Jane Lewis, prsident; Margaret Blankenship, secretary: Luella Weaver and Maryann Woody, chairmen of the Hi-Jinks committee.
The other pledges are: Virginia Baker, Jean Haygood, Phyllis Hlght, Margaret Owen, Grace and Zuma Palmer. Vivian Shepard, and Vir>
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