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Vol. XII
Las Angeles, California, Tuesday, Decerr brr 14, 1920
No. 42
Dr. Gaw Praises Oratory Actors in‘Mr. Antonio’
By Dr. Allison Gaw
"Mister Antonio," the four-act comedy by Booth Tarkington, as performed bv the students of the College of Oratory on Wednesday and Thursday nights of last week, was so well done and by students of sustained training In that especial type of work as to be worthy, not merely of friendly eulogy, but of sincere criticism from the artistic point of view.
As a play, “Mr. Antonio” is of little value as a depiction of life, being merely a mechanically written plot, constructed about the picturesque figure of a hurdy-gurdy man, whose amiability is thrown into relief by a p-oup of conventionally drawn and more or less distorted small-town char acters familiar in many a so-called “rural" comedy and melo-drama of the last thirty years. It does contain a number of well contrasted “types,” however, such as to mak6 no small demands upon the skill of the amateur performer.
Dorothy Barnhart Convincing The most convincing portraiture of the play was the “Mrs. Walpole” of Miss Dorothy Barnhart. Although on the stage for only about ten minutes all told, and with probably not more than thirty lines to speak. Miss Barnhart made the self-righteous, self-appointed censor of her neighbor’s morals ring true in every motion and inflection. Though only a “bit," the acting was the most vividly realistic piece of work that has been seen in a D. S. C. performance in ten years.
Next honors go to the “Mr. Antonio” of Paul F>. Howse. The part is difficult, calling for a long and sustained impersonation of an Italian dialect role. Mr. Howse did more than merely carry it well—he gave us real atmosphere. He not only let us know that Tarkington meant Tony to be lovable—he actually made him a lovable, breathing character on the stage.
Miss Lucile Mitchell is a young actress of remarkable versatility. Heretofore we have seen her in various elderly "character” parts. Last night she played “June Ramsay,” the heroine. barely more than a child, with every real sweetness and appeal, the shades of facial expression shifting with every speech.
Fancher Consistent “Joe,” the half-witted hurdy-gurdy grinder, a rather ungrateful part, and far from easy to play, was impersonated sustainedly by George H. Fancher.
Merle McGinnis and Eugene French as "Mr. .lorny,” the small-town mayor, and "The Reverend Mr. Walpole,’’ respectively, essayed the trying roles of rather elderly men, the former successfully, while the latter struggled to make natural the stage conception of a rural clergyman, an impossible task Harry Kennedy as “Tug,” Lucy levering as “Pearl,” Maurine Cummins as "Minnie Riddle,” Joseph Ryan as “George Riddle,” Elsie Mills as “Avalonia,” Marquis Busby as "Earl Walpale.” and Ruth Parsons as “Mrs. Jorny,” all, aB a rule, did what Bmaller Parts permitted, Miss Parsons heroically but vainly attempting to sink her natural sweetness of manner in the part of the rather severe smalltown matron.
Solos by Miss Snavely
Between the acts there was music well rendered by the university orchestra, and, three delightful contralto solos by Miss Ethel Snavely, who charmed by her personality no less than by her artistry.
It Is to be regretted that the patronage of the performance was not larger.
It Is natural that as the performers of the College of Oratory have a much longer and more careful training than t> the case with the actors in the plays the College of Liberal Arts, the performance should be superior. “Mr. Antonio” was considerably more artistic for instance, than the usual Junior Jj*y- The oratory plays Bhould be l*ven full college support.
NOTICE!!!
Ye teeth pulling misfits, ye parasites on the face of the earth, ye boobs and extractors of bone from boneheads—Hark, Dentals, and list!!!!!
The mighty engineers challenge you to a contest of the masterful game called basketball, said tilting match to be played any place (Timbuctoo excepted), at any time but 4 A.M., according to Marquis of Queens-berry rules.
Dents will not be allowed to use those screw dingusses that they stick In your mouth and grind with—the engineers will leave all picks and shovels at home.
Come on, you molar shining experts, what say you?
Engineers Struggle Like cReal Gentlemen
Proving that the engineers were not adverse to indulging in the Terpsicho rian Art, the U. S. C. chapter of the A. A. E. carried off a successfull dance last Friday evening. The affair took place at the Ebell Club house, some fifty couples* being present. Several officers of the Los Angeles chapter of the A. A. E. were the guests of the evening.
It is claimed that Shorty Miller, the Apollo of the engineers, carried away the honors of the evening, having a wicked step that was the envy of all. '•'lmer DeMarls of the entertainment committee said that he hoped every one departed full of good spirit.
Palette and Brush Spoosers Sale of Student Products
CALENDAR
December 14—
11:40 Meeting of Press Club in Journalism Offices.
Palette and Brush firmly entrenched themselves on the front steps of Liberal Arts building, yesterday morning, and placed before the eyes of admiring students an enticing display of many attractive articles. The sale is sponsored by all classes of the art department, the articles having been made by the classes in design and applied design and the disposition of the notions is being carried on by the applied art and art history sections. “We intend to use the proceeds of the sale to buy additional equipment for the department," said Miss Alma Cooke.
A Little of Everything Amongst the many attractive knick-knocks offered for sale are neat little corsage bouquets, selling at 50c and 65c. An Innovation is being Introduced in the way of an artistically decorated carton, containing an assortment of delectable candies. These containers though decorated, are very serviceable for use in mailing the candy. The con tainers can be obtained for 15c, and the candy at reasonable rates. A varied assortment of stenciled sofa cushion covers are also to be found on sale, the prices ranging from $1.50 to $2.25. Very appropriate Christmas reminders can be had in the way of hand-decorated cards, which are reasonably priced at 15c.
Book Marks Offered The Spanish department has made some excellent book marks, bearing expressive holiday verses. Among other things to be found at this sale are shoe ties, selling at 50c a pair, and many notions, reminding one of the holiday season. Miss Cook promises that the sale will continue every day until noon, throughout the week.
Phi Delta Chi Five Defeats Theta Quintet
r LINES OP WORK
Hunter, Pharmacy Captain Shows Goods and Phi Delta Chi Wins.
PROFESSOR SAINT-JEAN TALKS TO FRENCH CLUB
Professor J H. Saint-Jean gave u charming little talk In French on the “Necessity of Pleasure," illustrating his subject with a delightful picture of the French carnival during the middle ages, at a meeting of the French circle held last Thursday afternoon at the Kappa Delta House.
The meeting opened with French games, their purpose being to have the members get acquainted.
A short business meeting was then held, followed by a program of which
11:40 Meeting of Sophomore Worn- Saint Jean's talk was one of the num
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‘00 Athena and rv. Party.
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11:40 Stray Greek Men Meet in Room 240.
11:40 Chapel.
■Wber*l«? MeeU,lg ‘n ChaPe'
&-30 Meeting of Student Friendship Council at Hill's. Spanish Club Meets at Mrs Lowther’s Home iu San Gabriel.
Dec*, i ,,ev°tional Hour.
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H;*® Fashion Show in *Y’ Hut. u Spanish Party for Elementary Students in Spanish
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berB. Other features were a vocal solo hy Ada May Sharpies and several piano selections by Merle Smith. Refreshments completed the program for the day.
About forty members were present at the meeting.
The next meting of the French circle will be held in the evening at the Pi Beta Phi house, at which time a French play will be given. The date of the meeting has not yet been announced.
ENGINEERS, HEED
All men in engineering who wish to try out for the basketball team are requested to meet M. N. Phillips and Don Hitchborn at the Expo Park courts at 4 P.M. Wednesday.
Staging a wonderful come-back In the last half of their basket ball game in the Gym at 11:40 yesterday, Phi Delta Chi, Pharmacy frat, held Theta Psi to a 19-19 score, and ln the resulting play-off of five minutes, slipped over four goals to two scored by the Thetas, giving them the game. Largely through the efforts of Hunter, captain of the drQgglsts’ outfit, the Thetas were unable to maintain the lead which they secured In the first stage of the game, when the score stood 11 to 5 in their favor. Pharmacy rolled up 14 points to 7 put out by their opponents, the last score of the second half coming after a fast rally with the score 19 to 17 against them. A moment later the whistle signaled the close of the half, and after a brief intermission the five-minute plaff-off started, which resulted in the Phi Delta Chi victory.
Boyle and Emmons Good For the Thetas, Johnny Boyle and Dick Emmons played a fast, aggressive game that enabled them to pile up a good lead In the early part of the program, while Simmons, at guard staved off many near-baskets. A. Hall and Hunter showed up best for Phi Delta Chi, though the entire team displayed a burst of speed throughout the second half and during the play-off that entitled every man to honorable mention. Here again, the efforts of Boyle, Emmons and Simmons kept the Thetas in the lead up to the last few minutes, though they were always hard-pressed and finally defeated.
Hunter a Real Star Hunter, who is a transfer from South Dakota, gave about the best exhibition of casaba heaving that has graced the Gymnasium court this sea son. At times apparently in the background, he displayed qualities of strategy, fight, and downright ability that brought home the bacon at critical moments with startling precision With 45 seconds lo go in the second half, with the ball tossed up ln cen ter and a two-point lead to overcome,
FOR U. S. C.
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SPEAKS AT y HUT
“In order to be truly successful, a man must have conviction,” said Dr. Walter C. Buckner, pastor of the First Trinity Church of Pomona, at 11:40 in the ”Y”Hut yesterday.
“Men very often have creeds which they believe serve their purposes admirably; they frequently mistake tlieir creeds for convictions. A creed may become a conviction, but until the truth of the creed buries itself firmly into one’s soul a creed is not a conviction. Conviction holds one as a convict In the grip of truth.
“Three ways of discerning a conviction are: An open mind, or intellectuality which seeks testimonies and experiences of others; conscience which admits a proposition to penetrate directly to the heart; and, the will, or the volition to carry out and face all opposition to the point ln hand, or, in other words, incarnate thiB truth.
"Conviction, therefore, ought not be misconstrued as a creed, a prejudice, or a hobby. It is the most important key to success.”
Hamburgers, Mullen and Bluetts, Silverwoods, Owl Drug Company and Others Offer Employment.
Plenty of work during the holidays has been lined up by the employment department of the Y. M. C. A. for U. S. C. men. Much time and energy have been spent by the committee in looking up this work, not only ln plow ing their way along the streets, but also In patiently waiting the "pleasure” of interviewing the superintendents.
Hamburger's, or the Liberty House, If you are still anti-German, called up the office of the "Y" and stated that they would like to have seventy or eighty extra men during the holidays. Both Mullen & Bluett and Silverwoods have graciously stated that they would take on some men. Perhaps some feel as though they would rather not take on such a high-priced place as Sllver-wood’s. For their benefit the committee went to see Kress store, on Broadway, between Eighth and Seventh. They want to put four stock room men at the beginning of this week and couldn't be persuaded to postpone the work until vacation time.
Gene Murphy, the man with the "Knock-em-dead” shirts, on Fifth street, can use two or three experienced salesmen. He sa/s he can tell a salesman “fifteen minutes after he takes his cap off.”
Opportunities for Pharmacist
To the pharmacist perhaps this kind of work would be rather dry. In case he might prefer working with Mrs. Winslow’s soothing syrup or Coca Cola, Mr. Head, the merchandise superintendent of the Owl Drug Company, stated that he would he taking on more men.
“University men," Mr. Head added “will be given the preference. If appli cants will call me up, or come in to see me, I will get them ln touch with Mr. Castor, the employment manager."
Those who wish to apply for these positions will have to do so early in the morning, ln most cases between the hours of ten and eleven.
Students have been well-recommond-ed by the employment committee of George Root, Clyde Beecher and Paul Loma, and they request that those who are employed do their best.
DOWN WITH SADNESS! WAMPUS OUT TOMORROW!
Giving the campus the spiciest Christmas gift it has had in many moons, the Wampus will make its second appearance thi» term tomorrow morning.
You fair damsels, put a Wampus in his Christmas stocking. You young gentlemen, put a Wampus In Well, give her a Wampus for Christ mas.
The last number of the Wampus con talned some of the riskiest rlb-ticklers and some of the gayest gags ever con tained between two paper covers. The Christmas number is guaranteed by the staff to be twice as good—and then some.
Marion Vale has invaded the realms of Harrison Fisher and drawn a mantle cover sketch of a young co-ed and her gallant observing an old custom connected with mistletoe. Beside the colored cover sketch, the book will abound in illustrated stories.
Papa Thomas Wampus, otherwise known as Peeveegee, U-No-Me-AI, and Goshdurn Ashbaugh, Baby King, the Staff Kittens, Long Felton, Al Rogers, Phil Farman, Carl Farman, and Gladys Crail have also bared their claws.
FRESHMEN MEET, PLAN
Members of the freshmen class are urged by Lowell Troutman, president to attend a meeting of the entire class ln the chapel at 3:30 tomorrow.
It Is to be the biggest meeting of the year, according to Lowell. Plans for high-powered party to take place early in January have been completed and will be presented at this time.
The financial standing of the class, which will shape the destinies of the party will also be taken up and discussed at length.
Every member of the class should be there so they can get solidly behind the party. In this way succobs can be insured.
LADIES LOSE A8SORTED SHOES
Helen Coulthard and Mildred Mol-berg have each lost one gym shoe. It is suggested that the person using the assorted pair return it and receive either one pair or the other.
--Engineers going on the hike January
Th 8*udent Volunteers Meet	! 8-9, 1921, will sign the notice on the
weektv h,,u<lent Volunteers held their ! bulletin board in Engineering Building ev>n "usluesB meeting Thursday or in Chemistry or Physics Depart Bee. 9, i„ the "Y” hut.	ment.
*ffieac) t/ic JPantpus . Jestimonials
If you don't believe the Wampus is a sure cure for anything afloat in the human body or mind, read the following glowing testimonials on the efiicacy of our last issue;
“Dear Wampus Editor: I must tell you about the wonderful cure performed by your Wampus. My husband was suffering from a violent case of hysterical laughter. He laughed for three days and nights without stopping except to eat. I read him some of the jokes from your last Wampus and he immediately sobered and has not smiled since.”—V. X.
“Dear Wampus: I was troubled with the blues, but after reading some of the jokes in the Wampus, the blues have vanished. They are now Greenes.”—Minnie Ball.
“Dear Warn.: I had a severe backache until I read your Wampus, but I have not felt it since, as the jokes gave me such a headache that I forgot the backache."—Willie.
“Allow me to add my testimonial to the relief afforded by the Wampus. I procured several copies of the last Wampus and was immediately relieved of all by spare change.”—V.
"Sirs: Your last Wampus will, I believe, be of great financial benefit to me. After seeing that copy I never want to see another, which will in time, as you can see, save me considerable money.”—Iva Little.
“Gentlemen: My doctor said I had an overdose of nerves, but after seeing some of the stuff your contributors handed In, I find that I have practically no nerve in comparison.”—Hammond Haigs.
“Dear Wamp Ed: I gave my girl a Wampus instead of a bunch of violets at the Thanksgiving game, and she hasn't spoken to me since. Thank you for helping me to save my money.”—.Noah Count.
“Sirs: My children were troubled with sleeplessness. I read them jokes from the Wampus and they cried themselves to sleep. Please send me another copy to send to an aunt who is trouble with insomnia.” —A Grateful Mother.
“Gents: I suffered one evening from chills, but after using several copies of your Wampus In my air-tight stove, I felt much better. I can recommend the Wampus to all sufferers who want to be put out of their misery."—Elsie Nore.
“Dear Wampus Sirs: I had a bad caugh when I procured a copy of your Wampus on Thanksgiving Day, but have not coughed since. The price of the Wampus was the last thing I had to cough up.”—I. B. Broke.
“Dear Wampus: Thank you for curing me of a bad case of flat feet. I ran so hard to dodge the chaps selling the Wampus that my feet are much stronger.”—U-Don’t-No-Me-AI.
SENSIBLE DRESS PARADE PLANS ABOUT COMPLETE
Plans for tho varsity sensible dress parade indicate that this demonstra tion will be one ot the niOBt enjoyable events of the school year.
Robinsons are directing every effort toward making the display an hour of enjoyment as well as instruction.
D. B. T. Orchestra Will Play Settings for five different scenes have been prepared by a decoration from the store.
The D. B .T. jazz orchestra will furnished music for the occasion; the Gamma Epsilon quartet will sing Alpha Chi Omega girls will help en tertaln; Mllflred Heinze Is to read and last, but not least, Venus Wilson will sing.
The complete program with a list of models will be announced in Wednes day's Trojan.
EL RODEO STAFF LINES
El Rodeo staff numbers were lined up for a season of hard work on the year book at a meting held yesterday noon In the journalism building.
Floyd Tarr and John Robinson, who are In charge of snapshots for the book, are enthusiastic over the pros pects of putting out a “snappy” book this yaar.
It was decided that an El Rodeo “snap" day would be held early ln Jan uary, further details of which will be announced In the Trojan at a later date.
Prints, not films, should be turned ln at once say Tarr and Robinson Persons who turn In pictures are requested to write on their names and the date the pictures were taken. Money will be refunded for each print used.
According to Harold Mulhollen, business manager, space In El Rodeo will lie $8 per page for under five pages. Each fraternity and sorority will be required to furnish a good, dear picture of Its house.
General organizations must furnish their oWn group pictures taken by J. B. Ward, of the varsity photorium.
“No picture, n« name,” Is the staff slogan, regarding the placing of the names of Juniors, seniors, frat members, etc., iu the book, If no picture has been taken.
Definite announcement regarding individual photographs will be made this week hy Harold Mulhollen, El Rodeo munager. No Individual pictures should be taken until said announcement is made.
TEN-UNIT RULE
TO BE ENFORCED
BY U. C. FACULTY
(Hu	julvrMilletriat* Newt Kerri e)
DKKKELKV, Cal, Dec 1*.—With the approach of final examinations at the University of California come ru mors that several thousand students will he “flunked out" to relieve the crowded conditions In the classes. Members of the faculty deny that any such plan is considered by them, but say that the ten-unit rule will he strictly enforced.
The result of the ‘‘ten-unit’’ rule will he closely watched hy hoth the students and faculty, for this year will be I the first test of its severity. In the | past, students who passed ln but eight j units weie allowed to remain in col- j lege, but this semester all must sue I ceed iu ten hours of work to stay. This is the flrst year that the rule has been tried
Y.W.C.A. To Bring H liday Joy To Mexican Kiddies
‘Y’ Social Service Department Places Bag in Hall of Liberal Arts Building.
BROWN EYES TO SPARKLE
Orangization Asks That the Students Give to the Children with the True Spirit of Christmas.
By Fag
Is there a china doll In your old trunk upBtalrs?
Or a little "toy dog covered with rust” hidden away ln your attic?
Have you a pudgy finger-marked story book, no longer used, which you are keeping Just because you hate to burn it?
Haul ’Em Out
if so, haul out these time-worn mementos of happy childhood days that they may continue their lives of usefulness ln bringing Joy to little children—not blond-haired babies, but darker “Ninos," whose lives are to be gladdened this year by Y. W. C- A. social service workers, who are attempting to bring Christmas cheer to the hearts of hundreds of Mexican children in Lob Angeles.
‘It takes so little to make them happy,” said a social service worker.
A toy or book, which costs a few cents, will bring a sparkle of gladness to the little brown faces.”
Makes 'Em Happy
Two years ago in the days of Esther Turner Wellman, who with her hus-hand, Rev. Coe Wellman, will go to South America, as a missionary, and Lois Jenkins Bose, the “friend-to-all” girl, a memorable Christmas celebration was held In a Mexican court, near the plaza. Some thirty U. S. C. girls, who were ln charge of the affair, left the party with tears ln their eyes as they realized how little effort lt takes to bring cheer to the children of the poor.
Y. W. Needs Help
Inspired with a desire to be Instrumental in bringing Christmas tide joy to the Mexican children of I^ob Angeles Miriam Irwin, social service chairman of the Y. W. C. A., and almost thirty other U. 8. C. women, who are actively engaged In social service work, will give the kiddies a real Christmas, IF university students will lend their co-Inoperatlon. A large bag has been placed In the southwest part of the hall, in, the Liberal Arts building, which will serve as a receptacle to hold gifts of clothing, toys, or books.
Or, such, articles may be left In the Y. W. C. A. office. The principal thing Ib that they be brought as soon as possible and be placed in the hands of
W. officers.
“Get the real spirit of giving this year, by helping to bring cheer to these children,” Is the plea to all students.
Spanish Curiosities on Display in Room 211
Now that the Christmas season is appruachlng and both freshmen and sophoiporo Spanish classes are studying Spanish Christmas customs, Prot. Roy E. Schultz has collected together “naclmlentos,” the representation of hrlBt In the manger. The "Naclmlentos” is on exhibition In Room 221.
rof. Schultz Invites all who are interested to come and see lt‘.
The "naclnilentos” Is a collection of tiny cluy houses, men, children, and animals. Most of the figures were purchased hy Prof. Schultz In Mexico.
In a genuine “naclmlentos," such a one as Is pictured In “La Mula y El Huey" (The Mule and Oxen), a story studied al present hy the Advanced Spanish classes, the Christ Child Is pictured lying in the manger with Saint Joseph and Saint Mary hy his side; the Three Wise Meu are kneeling beside him with their gifts. The Star ■■Bethlehem is liuiig in Ihe background In the nearby manger are cattle, the mule aud oxen having Important positions. Crowds of peasants surround the centrul figures.
|Kafuel Ramos, instructor of the Spanish Department, will leave next week for Mexico City, where he will spend 100 “pesos” ($50) for a genuine naclmientus” that will he the prop-ty of the department.
D. P. K.’s ISSUE CHALLENGE
Delta Psi Kappa challenges to a baseball game any other women’s organization or team, the game to take place the first week after Christmas. Marion Cook will give any other desired information on request.
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