British hit	SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Nazi lines TROJAN
near St. Lo
ALLIED SUPREME HEAD-UARTERS, LONDON, July 6 (UP)—The British Second rmy has launched a surprise . light offensive down the road j Paris, scoring gains of more I han a mile and seizing towns, j t was announced today, while j eports conflicted on the fate f Lessay, anchor of the ducking German line in western ‘Tance.
U. S. troops drove to within 1500 pards. less than a mile, of the key oad center of St. Lo. German base miles southeast of Lessay, Al-ed invasion communique No. 82 ounced.
Supreme headquarters cited but [did not confirm a front dispatch that Lessay had fallen, while Un-ted Press correspondent James JcGlincy reported at 9 p.m. that rhting still was going on in the utskirts. Yankee patrols, however. crossed the Ay river north f Lessay without drawing fire rom the town, strengthening be-ief that tjie Germans had aban-^ned it.
Lt. Gen Omar N. Bradley’s troops mmered out short, sharp advan-along their line running 50 :iles eastward to St. Lo. where the ■ niggle for that road center grew a blazing climax as the dough-:ys tightened an encirclement ring. Emilie, Les Ifs. and Lebourg d’-fer, respectively a mile, a mile :d a half, and two miles north of fie city, were captured, and the lericans were fighting for the last eight on the immediate edge of the ty.
Consolidating their hold on im-ortant hill 112. the Tommies cap-lred Esquay and Le Bon Repos on £ lower slope.
Vol. XXXV
Los Angeles, Monday, July 17, 1944
Nlcht phone; Ri. 5412
No. 138
Servicemen’s council to organize
Hindman leads Board to Uflite
book confab on Wednesday
SC trainees
ampus chapel pens today
Starting today the Little Chapel if Silence will be open every day luring the summer term from 12:30 1:10 p.m. For those new on the pus. the chapel is located be-ind E. von KleinSmid hall and is n addition to Town and Gown ver.
Wednesday the Intervarsity or-nization will supervise chapel de-ons. Thursday 15 men will con-ct a service from 12:45 to 1 p.m. der the direction of the religious uncil.
The chapel will be open for all wish to spend a few moments quiet individual devotion. It is pointed out that it may be ed as a place of rest in a quiet sphere.
students are welcome to use e Little Chapel at their own disand to attend conducted de-tions.
duration dean notice
Students who are pursuing work toward a California ing credential or a degree the School of Education are hged to complete the profession-aptitude test.
The test is a prerequisite to following:
(1) Enrollment In directed-•hing.
(X) Petitions to be excused directed teaching.
(3) Application for admission the doctrinal program in the hool of Education.
The test wil! be administered the afternoon and in the morn-Attendance on both days is L A fee of S3 has been for the test, and is yable at the comptroller’s of-and the receipts should be for admission to the
AND PLACE 1:30 p.m., July 21, 305 Adminis-tion.
*:30 a.m., July 22, 306 Adminis-tkm.
L. B. Rogers. Dean School of Education.
The art and lecture room again will be the scene of one of the series of summer book interpretations with Dr. Wilbert L. Hindman, assistant professor of political science, evaluating “The Condition of Man” by Lewis Mumford, Wednesday at 2:15 p.m.
Uncovering the hidden strata of the modem individual, according to Dr. Hindman, the book “intends to constitute an examination of the reciprocal relationships between the nature of man and his social institutions, and it is one of the number of books appearing at this time which attempt to analyze the nature of man and the problems of social values in technological society.
“Mumford’s bock is more significant than the usual book on this subject, because it is the third and final of a series of books on which Mumford has been working for a number of years in an effort to develop a well rounded analysis and philosophy of modern civilization.”
Having a relatively personal association with students, Ihe work of Mumford has disclosed history, science, philosophy, and esthetics for the generation of today as they must be molded together in the future of the coming age of renewal.
All faculty members and students are invited to this book review, the third in the summer series, stated Dr. J. Randolph Sasnett, director of religious activities.
Hancock ensemble to play Friday
George-Ellen Ferguson, singing star of motion picture, radio, and concert stage will be guest artist when the Hancock ensemble presents another concert in its summer music festival Friday in the Hancock auditorium at 8:30 p.m.
Among numbers presented by the popular artist will be Aria from “Herodiade” by Masserret, “Ave Maria” by Bach-Gounod, and Bishop’s "Lo! Hear the Gentle Lark.”
The ensemble presentations will include “Divertimento in D” by Mozart, “Toado Triste” by Guarnieri "Tales of Spain” by Turina, and “Bachianas Brasilerias No. 4” by Villa-Lobos.
Students given chance to select special courses
In order that the administration may know the extent and character of interest in a six-week’s course to run Sept. 3 to Oct 13, all students interested are requested to make .their needs known to the chairman of the department of their major study. Students should indicate the general field of their interest, and if possible, specific courses they would like to take, according to an announcement made by Dr. Albert S. Raubenheimer, director of the educational program.
An announcement will be made by the administration when the requests have been studied.
The servicemens council under the direction of the War Board will meet today at 12:30 p.m. in 418 Student Union to organize for the summer term. Representing the members of each campus barracks, the council will elect a chairman to the War Board as their representative.
Organized at the inception of the navy and army training programs on the SC campus, the servicemen’s council has arranged activities for the men in the various units. The USS Poopdeck canteen was the first major project completed.
This term’s projects, to be decided upon by the council, will be to increase the efficiency of the canteen, introduce more comforts for the men, to determine a number of servicemen’s socials, and to offer aid to other campus groups.
As temporary chairmen of the council, Dick and Pep Pearson have . selected the following men who have shown interest to represent their barracks.
Henderson hall: Doyle Confer, Del Reeder, Don Paullin, Norm Schulz, Jim McMahon. Williams hall: Jack Schaffer, Jack Filanc, Howard McLalr, Chuck Curland. Owrens hall: Jack Boyer.
Newkirk hall: Dave Burnight, Bob (Continued on Page Four)
B-29s damage Jap output, says Carus
That the recent bombings of the steel plant in Yawata, greatest source of iron production in Japan, by American B-29 bombers will materially affect the enemy’s ability to produce implements of warfare in the future is the opinion of Dr. Clayton D. Carus, professor of foreign trade at SC. “This government-owned plant is
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. . . members will meet tonight at 7 in 418 Student Union, announced Bob Tapp.
Japan’s greatest source of pig'iron production for the making of steel needed in war products. Thus the damage to these mills together with the fact that the reserve stock pile of imported steel scrap, which has been stored under water in Yoka-hama harbor, has been badly depleted indicates that Japan’s plight is no doubt at a very critical stage,” said Dr. Carus. “ft is generally known that only enough steel is now available to make necessary repairs of the increasing number of damaged vessels and that they are unable to find enough material for the construction of new ships.
“The Japanese engineer has been a good imitator in some fields, but he has never been able to make a true ball bearing or a rocker arm, used extensively in the manufacture of intricate machines. Since his import supply has been cut off and his own products are inferior, his replace-
ments in plane engines, trucks, and in other implements of warfare are necessarily four to one by comparison with those of the Allied forces,” explained the SC authority.
“Japanese labor is cheap but the product is poor and will not withstand hard usage, factors which, in addition to his inability to produce the quantity necessary for military demands, are placing Japan far behind.”
Dr. Carus estimates since 1940 Japan has been only able to manufacture 7800 planes, four-fifths of which are of the fighter type because engineers do not know how to make the more complicated bombers at high-speed production.
The inability of the Japanese to keep up with the manufacture of mechanical requirements needed for warfare is one basis for Dr. Carus’ estimate that the Allies will be in (Continued on Page Four)
Hancock trio gives concert at Troy tonight
Offering a unique chamber music program consisting of a trio, quartet, and quintet, the Hancock Foundation trio presents the first in a series of three concerts tonight at 8:30 in Hancock auditorium as part of the second annual chamber music festival sponsored jointly by the Hancock Foundation and the School of Music.
Assisting the Hancock trio of Anton Maaskoff, violin; John Crown, piano; and Stephen De’ak, cello, will be a group of artist-faculty members of the School of Music. They are Harriet Payne, viola; Lisa Minghetti, violin; Loyd Rath bun, oboe; and Kenneth Winstead, bass.
Although there will be no charges for the concerts, those desiring admittance before 8:15 p.m. must secure tickets by calling Richmond 4111, Station 451, or by calling at the Hancock Foundation building or School of Music.
First work on the program, Mozart’s Quartet for Oboe and Strings, is one of the few pieces for that particular instrumental combination. It is considered to be one of the Saltzburg master’s important chamber compositions.
The modernists will be present to hear Dohnanvi’s Serenade for String Trio, a work new to most music lovers in this area. Ernst Dohnanyi, the composer, is believed be living in Hungary at the present time.
Probably the most familiar is the closing piece, the Quintet in A Major, (The Trout), by Franz Schubert. This work differs from most quintets because in addition to the (Continued on Page Four)
Knights to sponsor men's assembly
“What every young freshman should know” will be the theme of the men’s orientation assembly, sponsored by the Trojan Knights, to be held Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. in 206 Administration building.
“Questions about Trojan traditions, organizations, and activities will be cleared up by representatives from various activities,” announced Ernie Wilson, Knights’ committee chairman.
Dean Francis Bacon, counselor of men, will address the men as he opens the assembly. Phil Kirst, president of Knights, and Blue Key President Bob Daigh will represent their organizations. The employment bureau will be represented by Gus Shaver; the Interfraternity council, by President Harlan Herzberg; campus publications by Bob Tapp; and the Squires, sophomore service honorary, by Roger de Young.
Troy Hut to resume bond sales
Inaugurating a new policy this term, the Victory Hut will be maintained and operated not only by the sororities and dorms but also by men’s organizations, for the male element is going to have a chance to help out the SC summer bond sales. Each organization or representative group on campus will have charge of the Victory Hut for a period of one week.
Frank McMahon, chairman of the War Board, has announced the
appointment of Joy Cameron as chairman of bond sales.
Miss Cameron has released the following schedule to be used throughout this term: Alpha Chi Omega, July 17-21; Von KleinSmid hall, July 24-28; Zeta Tau Alpha, July 31-Aug. 4; Henderson hall, Aug. 7-11; Casa de Rosas, Aug. 14-18.
Reynolds hall, Aug. 21-25; Alpha Epsilon Phi, Aug. 28-Sept. 1; Williams hall, Sept. 4-8; Kappa Delta, Sept. 11-15; Newkirk hatt, Sept. 18-22; Chi Omega. Sept. 25-29; Owens hall, Oct. 2-6; Pi Beta Phi, Oct. 9-13.
McMahon said that if bonds are solicited by members of various groups and yet not actually sold and distributed on campus, the organizations may receive their credit by having the receipt to the bond application sent to Arnold Eddy’s office with the name of the group to receive credit written on it.
“It will be the purpose of these groups,” said McMahon, “with the added efforts of the combined student body to make Troy’s contribution to the sale of war bonds and stamps noteworthy in our eyes as well as in those of our many off-campus alumni and fans. If each person,” he continued, “will take it upon himself to make such an effort, SC will again go over the top.”
President greets Trojans at all-U assembly
Welcoming new students and introducing them to the mentors of the university, President Rufus B. von KleinSmid addressed the student body Friday in an all-university assembly in Bovard auditorium.
Dr. von KleinSmid stressed friendliness and hospitality as the embodying spirit of this campus, linking those serving here with the many Trojans serving actively abroad. He cited this year, the beginning of the 65th year in the life of this university, as one in which to augment and solidify the achievements which have made SC great.
Exhorting the students to think about and defend the precious heritages which are ours, the president said, “Those in the field haven’t lost their faith, trust, and confidence in the ideals by which our nation
VON KLEINSMID an all-U welcome.
stands. They have a perfect right to expect
the best from us.”
Speaking on what he termed the “negative commandments,” Dr. von KleinSmid commented, “Contrary to what was taught in the last decade, prosperity cannot be achieved by discouraging thrift. Nor can you,” he continued, “strengthen the weak by making the strong as weak as the weaker ones. Glory to the nation which glorifies strong men.”
Dr. Robert Taylor, dean of the graduate
school of religion, led the assembly in prayer, after which Dr. von KleinSmid introduced John Crown, pianist, who performed a Shostakovitch selection, “Two Preludes,” and “Etude in B Minor,” by Chopin.
The assembly closed with the singing of the Alma Mater.
Allies repulse Jap offensive
ALLIED HEADQUARTERS, SOUTHWEST PACIFIC, Monday, July 17 (U.P)—American reinforcements, with close naval and air support, moved up to establish a solid line of battle along the Driniu-mor river near Aitape on the northern coast of Dutch New Guinea, trapping advance Japanese units spearheading the break-through attempt of an estimated 45.000 troops of remnants of three Japanese divisions, it was announced today.
Japanese prisoners revealed enemy troops trying to force their way through the Allied net, comprised three divisions—elements of the 41st and 20th supported by the 51st.
A headquarters spokesman said the enemy divisions probably were below their full strength, with only the most fit of the starving and diseased men taking part in the attack.
Effective support to the Allied ground forces was given by American destroyers which shelled enemy rear positions off the coast of the Driniumor river Saturday, the communique reported. Gun positions, supply dumps and troop concentrations were hit.
The battleline has now been established along the Driniumor river, 20 miles east of Aitape, with American troops cutting off advance Japanese elements west of the river, today’s communique said.
SC I.R. students plan meet today
The University of International Relations will hold a meeting today at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Lounge. Barbara Kennedy, acting president, will preside over the meeting, and Dr. J. Eugene Harley, professor of political science, will speak on the national international relations convention.