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The Daily Iowan
The Student Newspaper of The State University of Iowa
Vol. VXIII- NEW SERIES VOL III  IOWA CITY, IOWA, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1918         NUMBER 25

WAR FUND WORKERS WILL SOLICIT EVERY PERSON ON CAMPUS
Women Have Subscribed Almost Six Thousand Dollars Reports Incomplete
NURSES HAVE CAMPAIGN
Officers and Men of S. A. T. C. Are Pledging Generously. ...No Quota Has Been Set For Them
Reports on the United War Work campaign are still incomplete but indicate that a large total will be raised. The campaign will continue in all campus groups until every person has pledged some amount. Pledges are payable in part Dec. 1. The remainder may be contributed later.
Seven hundred and twenty women of the University have subscribed $5792. This includes the students who live in Currier hall, freshmen and sorority houses, and instructors and office helpers who have not pledged to the Loyalty league.
Women's Campaign Continues
   Although a list of names of all women connected with the University was obtained at the beginning of the campaign, it was not possible to canvas all of them because of changes in address. These women are asked to turn in pledge cards at campaign headquarters in the liberal arts drawing room.
The nurses at University hospital are conducting their own campaign but as yet have made no report of their activities.
Men Make Bid Contributions
   S. A. T. C. men are contributing by companies and are living up to their uniform by giving generously. Results of this drive are not yet fully known. No quota has been set. The officers of the different organizations were among the first to pledge.
Men students who do not belong to the training corps are also working among themselves but have not decided on a definite amount as their goal.

TELLS OF WAR JOURNALISM
Professor Thompson Gives Paper On Elizabethan Newspapers
Prof. E. N. S. Thompson, of the English department, gave a talk to the Humanist society last night on "Elizabethan War Journalism". The society met at the home of Prof. C. B, Wilson
Professor Thompson has made a special study of the journalism of the seventeenth century, covering the time of the civil war. The newspapers of that time were really news books. Usually they were about eight pages of six inch paper. A few of the inner pages were often left blank. for remarks by the reader.
No headlines were used. The only variation in this type was italics, or smaller type at the bottom fo the page. The most important items were likely to appear at the end. If the printer wished to call attention to a special story, he used a small pointing hand in the margin.
Devices for caring for the comfort of the army were much the same as we use. A meatless day once a week was proposed, and citizens sent tobacco to the soldiers. The officers used the paper to carry on a verbal war with their opponents.

MEDICAL FRATERNITIES ANNOUNCE PLEDGES
The medical fraternities have begun activities for the year. The following new members have been pledged:
Nu Sigma Nu-- Martin Hoffman, Glenn Cutter, Don Nasby, John Collins, H.F. Johnson, Laurence Block, Joe Mullarky, Morgan Foster, and Keith Diddy; Phi Rho Sigma-- Daniel Conwell, Glen Rotten, Robert Larimer, Frank Valequete, Paul Muchman, R. Johnson, and Carter Hamilton; Phi Beta Pi-- Claude Monett, Edward Bink, Simon Schuleuter, James Wise, Harold King, Raymond Burnside, Louis Bauma, Gordon Paine, and George Romsey.

PROF. THOMAS FINDS NEW TYPES OF LIFE
Geologist Finds New Species of Old Life in Clay Banks Near Mason City
Some notable work in the field of geology has been done recently by Prof. A. O. Thomas in connection with the "Clay Banks" east of Mason City. Types of ancient life not formerly known to scientists have been found in abundance by Professor Thomas, and he has gained wide recognition for his achievements.
This Mason City region has been for many years a Mecca of geologists who are interested in past life and specimens from the LIme Creek fossils grace the museums of the world. The fossils were made known by James Hall, first Iowa Geologist, more than seventy years ago. Prof. Samuel Calvin, former geologist and head of the department of geology at the University, did much work in this region also.
When millions of years ago, the sea covered the northern portion of Iowa, it deposited there clays and marls to the depth of more than 100 feet. The lower part of the deposit, a bluish black shale is used in making brick and tile at Mason City and Rockford, and these cities have become widely known for that product. The upper part of this bed is the "Clay Banks" where these rare geological specimens have been discovered by Professor Thomas.
Professor Thomas declares that the nearest relatives to the life found in that region are found in the Ural mountains and the rocks of western China, and also in the Rhine valley. This, he says shows something of the sea distribution in those times.

ENJOY JOINT SOCIAL HOUR
The joint social hour of the two associations at the "Y" Sunday afternoon was a very enjoyable affair. The eagerness with which the men hailed the hour is shown by the fact that a large number were present early. A sing brought the crowd of two hundred and fifty persons together, after which games afforded entertainment for those present. Punch and wafers were served by Elma Forbes, Gladys Coon, Lois Wickman, and Margaret Hayes. The next joint social hour will be on the next vesper Sunday.

PHILOSOPHICAL CLUB TONIGHT
The Philosophical Club will meet at the home of the home of Prof. C. E. Seashore at 815 N. Clinton tonight at 8 o'clock instead of Thursday as previously announced. Professor Patrick will read a paper on the "Next Step in Applied Science."

AMERICAN IDEALS NOW RULE WORLD SAYS W. J. HUTCHINGS
Nations Await Action of United States in Restoring Affairs to Peace Basis
WAR BECAME OPPORTUNITY
Vesper Speaker Emphasized the Greatness of Present-day National Idealism
Wilson is more the ruler of Great Britain than Lloyd George, more the ruler of France than Clemenceau," was the statement made by the Rev. William J. Hutchins at Vespers Sunday.
The greatness of American idealism as a force for good was emphasized by the speaker. The whole world is awaiting American aid in rebuilding and restoring conditions to a peace basis, he stated. Incidents showing the helpfulness and wholesomeness of American ideals were told.
Made Mascot
   A paralyzed soldier, who had been left behind in the most filthy surroundings with only a little bread from which he could claw out bites with one finger, was found by some Yankees. They gave him food, medical care, and sanitary conditions, and took him with them making him their mascot, because of their innate desire to be helpful to humanity. The was was a natural expression of American ideals, he said.
Gives Opportunity
   The great awakening of teh spiritual places us, with our high ideals in the same relative position that the Jews held at the time of religious awakening. Comparison of the Jewish opportunity of old with the American opportunities of today was the main theme of his sermon.
This year is the Rev. Mr. Huchins' Sabbatical year and he plans to spend it in travel and writing. He goes to China and Japan with Sherwood Eddy within thirty days.

SUNDERLAND WRITES BOOK
Students of Far East Explains The Japanese Situation
Among the new books received by the library last week is the "Rising of Japan' by Dr. Jabex T. Sunderland who has been a painstaking student of the Far East for many years.
After discussing the civilization of Asia and of Japan, Dr. Sunderland answers the anti-Japanese writers in their efforts to create an ill-feeling against the Japanese people. He states that Japanese aggression on the Pacific coast and on the Philippine Islands has never entered into the minds of the Japanese people for besides the impossibility of such an aggression, the Japanese see that they gain nothing from it.
Japan says Dr. Sunderland, "does not entertain and never has entertained any intention or desire to invade the United States or the Philippine islands, and therefor the so called Japanese peril is simply the wildest dream."
Dr. Sunderland concludes with an appeal to his fellow citizens to be as fair, courteous, and jsut in their treatment of the Japanese people as if they were Frenchmen, Russian, or Englishmen.

GIRLS WORK TO EARN THEIR PLEDGE MONEY
A good many of the girls who made pledges for the United War Work fund have taken advantage of the opportunities offered to earn the money for themselves and have handed their names to Dean Aurner or the Y. W. C. A. secretary. A number of calls have already come in to the offices, and many girls began work this week end. All sorts of workers are wanted, and calls have come in for girls to do cleaning, ironing, sewing, caring for children, stenography, and clerical work.
Three girls worked Friday cleaning the Phi Psi house and one went out Saturday morning to do on ironing. On girl is knitting a collar and cuff set for sale, and another is to be an Iowan newsboy. Calls continue to come in, and there will be no lack of work for those who wish to make or increase their pledges.

LITERARY SOCIETIES TO MEET TUESDAYS
Forensic Council Grants Each Society One Party. Bids to be Sent Direct
Literary societies, with the exception of Octave Thanet and Erodelphian, are meeting on Tuesday nights as a part of a get-together movement of the girls themselves. Octave Thanet girls desire to conform but have not been able as yet to get a room for Tuesday night. Whether Erodelphian will give up its old night, Thursday night, is undecided. The question is to be discussed. The question is to be discussed at the next meeting.
Rules for rushing have been given out by the forensic council. Most of the rushing is to be by means of the open programs, to which freshmen and all others who are interested, are urged to come. Each society will be allowed one social gathering to take place sometime during the quarter and no refreshments can be served. Pledging will take place at the beginning of the second quarter. All societies will bid as many girls as they wish. There will be no preference.
The general program for this year has been made approximately. The artistic reading contest will be the third week in January. This is followed by an extemporaneous speaking contest the fourth week in February. Inter-society debates will not occur until the second week in April.
Mrs. Nellie Aurner, Charlotte Dumke, and Glen Merry were chosen as an advisory board.

GIRLS' ORCHESTRA FORMED
The girls' orchestra is now fully organized. They have elected their own officers, and hold their business meeting after every meeting of the orchestra. Director Van Doren reports that there is more talent among the girl than he at first supposed.
Twenty-five girls are members of the orchestra, and a number are on the waiting list. Any girl who has talent can join this waiting list, and wait for an opening in the orchestra. Double bass and coronet players have been secured. However, a girl is yet wanted for the clarinet, and also one for trap playing. Any girl who wishes to take the trap drum position will be given instruction free.

HAWKEYES PREPARE FOR STIFF CONTEST WITH NORTHWESTERN
Jones Gives Team Hard Signal Practice For Big Game Next Saturday
TEAM IN EXCELLENT SHAPE
Iowa Eleven Comes Out of Ames Victory Eager For Another Winning Score
Desiring to score a victory over Northwestern next Saturday, and realizing that a defeat to the formidable Purple eleven will place them a rung higher in the conference ladder, the Ames-conquering Hawkeyes began the week's practice last night by going through a spirited workout on a muddy and water soaked gridiron.
Although the field was in the worst condition possible the coach sent the teams through a snappy practice, with a brisk signal rehearsal that lasted until the field was in darkness.
Van Meter to Coach Seconds
   The seconds were sent through their drill by coach Van Meter an Iowa back on the '14 team, and remembered as the only man on an Iowa team to cross the Gopher line before this year's game. He has had a great deal of football experience and is well acquainted with the duties of a coach. With a strong second team he will give the varsity the stiffest of opposition.
Saturday's game gave the coach a line on the weak and strong points of the play, which will be cared for in this week's practice, The Iowa team loomed as one to be feared in passing and receiving.
Northwestern Has Good Attack.
   That the Iowans are to face their stiffest game of the year is not to be denied, for the Purple has beaten some strong teams, held the Sailors to a scoreless tie. The Northwestern team is ranked as one of the best in the west, Murphy has a number of old men back, and with these as a nucleus for a team he has molded a strong machine. He has a quartet of backs who gain ground against almost every line they hit. In Underhill they have a pilot who ranks with the topnotchers, with experience that makes him a good field general. Cigrand, a half on last years second all-conference team, has starred in each contest. He runs the ends well, is a good defensive back, and throws passes with marked accuracy Holmes and Peyton are the other men in the set and fit well into the play. Zanger, captain and end, is said to be one of the best extremity men ever in purple togs.
This week will see the Hawkeyes putting in the hardest kind of practice, for they are to avenge last year's defeat. With the Hawks going the way they have against other teams this year Murphy and his players will realize that they have been in a football royal. The Hawkeyes are being kept in the best condition by trainer Jack Watson, and in fitness, skill, and football knowledge, they have an even chance to send Northwestern back to Evanston with the short end of the score.

FORENSIC COUNCIL MEETING
There will be a called meeting of the forensic council Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. in room 116 liberal arts, by order of the president.

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The Daily Iowan The Student Newspaper of The State University of Iowa Vol. VXIII- NEW SERIES VOL III IOWA CITY, IOWA, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1918 NUMBER 25 WAR FUND WORKERS WILL SOLICIT EVERY PERSON ON CAMPUS Women Have Subscribed Almost Six Thousand Dollars Reports Incomplete NURSES HAVE CAMPAIGN Officers and Men of S. A. T. C. Are Pledging Generously. ...No Quota Has Been Set For Them Reports on the United War Work campaign are still incomplete but indicate that a large total will be raised. The campaign will continue in all campus groups until every person has pledged some amount. Pledges are payable in part Dec. 1. The remainder may be contributed later. Seven hundred and twenty women of the University have subscribed $5792. This includes the students who live in Currier hall, freshmen and sorority houses, and instructors and office helpers who have not pledged to the Loyalty league. Women's Campaign Continues Although a list of names of all women connected with the University was obtained at the beginning of the campaign, it was not possible to canvas all of them because of changes in address. These women are asked to turn in pledge cards at campaign headquarters in the liberal arts drawing room. The nurses at University hospital are conducting their own campaign but as yet have made no report of their activities. Men Make Bid Contributions S. A. T. C. men are contributing by companies and are living up to their uniform by giving generously. Results of this drive are not yet fully known. No quota has been set. The officers of the different organizations were among the first to pledge. Men students who do not belong to the training corps are also working among themselves but have not decided on a definite amount as their goal. TELLS OF WAR JOURNALISM Professor Thompson Gives Paper On Elizabethan Newspapers Prof. E. N. S. Thompson, of the English department, gave a talk to the Humanist society last night on "Elizabethan War Journalism". The society met at the home of Prof. C. B, Wilson Professor Thompson has made a special study of the journalism of the seventeenth century, covering the time of the civil war. The newspapers of that time were really news books. Usually they were about eight pages of six inch paper. A few of the inner pages were often left blank. for remarks by the reader. No headlines were used. The only variation in this type was italics, or smaller type at the bottom fo the page. The most important items were likely to appear at the end. If the printer wished to call attention to a special story, he used a small pointing hand in the margin. Devices for caring for the comfort of the army were much the same as we use. A meatless day once a week was proposed, and citizens sent tobacco to the soldiers. The officers used the paper to carry on a verbal war with their opponents. MEDICAL FRATERNITIES ANNOUNCE PLEDGES The medical fraternities have begun activities for the year. The following new members have been pledged: Nu Sigma Nu-- Martin Hoffman, Glenn Cutter, Don Nasby, John Collins, H.F. Johnson, Laurence Block, Joe Mullarky, Morgan Foster, and Keith Diddy; Phi Rho Sigma-- Daniel Conwell, Glen Rotten, Robert Larimer, Frank Valequete, Paul Muchman, R. Johnson, and Carter Hamilton; Phi Beta Pi-- Claude Monett, Edward Bink, Simon Schuleuter, James Wise, Harold King, Raymond Burnside, Louis Bauma, Gordon Paine, and George Romsey. PROF. THOMAS FINDS NEW TYPES OF LIFE Geologist Finds New Species of Old Life in Clay Banks Near Mason City Some notable work in the field of geology has been done recently by Prof. A. O. Thomas in connection with the "Clay Banks" east of Mason City. Types of ancient life not formerly known to scientists have been found in abundance by Professor Thomas, and he has gained wide recognition for his achievements. This Mason City region has been for many years a Mecca of geologists who are interested in past life and specimens from the LIme Creek fossils grace the museums of the world. The fossils were made known by James Hall, first Iowa Geologist, more than seventy years ago. Prof. Samuel Calvin, former geologist and head of the department of geology at the University, did much work in this region also. When millions of years ago, the sea covered the northern portion of Iowa, it deposited there clays and marls to the depth of more than 100 feet. The lower part of the deposit, a bluish black shale is used in making brick and tile at Mason City and Rockford, and these cities have become widely known for that product. The upper part of this bed is the "Clay Banks" where these rare geological specimens have been discovered by Professor Thomas. Professor Thomas declares that the nearest relatives to the life found in that region are found in the Ural mountains and the rocks of western China, and also in the Rhine valley. This, he says shows something of the sea distribution in those times. ENJOY JOINT SOCIAL HOUR The joint social hour of the two associations at the "Y" Sunday afternoon was a very enjoyable affair. The eagerness with which the men hailed the hour is shown by the fact that a large number were present early. A sing brought the crowd of two hundred and fifty persons together, after which games afforded entertainment for those present. Punch and wafers were served by Elma Forbes, Gladys Coon, Lois Wickman, and Margaret Hayes. The next joint social hour will be on the next vesper Sunday. PHILOSOPHICAL CLUB TONIGHT The Philosophical Club will meet at the home of the home of Prof. C. E. Seashore at 815 N. Clinton tonight at 8 o'clock instead of Thursday as previously announced. Professor Patrick will read a paper on the "Next Step in Applied Science." AMERICAN IDEALS NOW RULE WORLD SAYS W. J. HUTCHINGS Nations Await Action of United States in Restoring Affairs to Peace Basis WAR BECAME OPPORTUNITY Vesper Speaker Emphasized the Greatness of Present-day National Idealism Wilson is more the ruler of Great Britain than Lloyd George, more the ruler of France than Clemenceau," was the statement made by the Rev. William J. Hutchins at Vespers Sunday. The greatness of American idealism as a force for good was emphasized by the speaker. The whole world is awaiting American aid in rebuilding and restoring conditions to a peace basis, he stated. Incidents showing the helpfulness and wholesomeness of American ideals were told. Made Mascot A paralyzed soldier, who had been left behind in the most filthy surroundings with only a little bread from which he could claw out bites with one finger, was found by some Yankees. They gave him food, medical care, and sanitary conditions, and took him with them making him their mascot, because of their innate desire to be helpful to humanity. The was was a natural expression of American ideals, he said. Gives Opportunity The great awakening of teh spiritual places us, with our high ideals in the same relative position that the Jews held at the time of religious awakening. Comparison of the Jewish opportunity of old with the American opportunities of today was the main theme of his sermon. This year is the Rev. Mr. Huchins' Sabbatical year and he plans to spend it in travel and writing. He goes to China and Japan with Sherwood Eddy within thirty days. SUNDERLAND WRITES BOOK Students of Far East Explains The Japanese Situation Among the new books received by the library last week is the "Rising of Japan' by Dr. Jabex T. Sunderland who has been a painstaking student of the Far East for many years. After discussing the civilization of Asia and of Japan, Dr. Sunderland answers the anti-Japanese writers in their efforts to create an ill-feeling against the Japanese people. He states that Japanese aggression on the Pacific coast and on the Philippine Islands has never entered into the minds of the Japanese people for besides the impossibility of such an aggression, the Japanese see that they gain nothing from it. Japan says Dr. Sunderland, "does not entertain and never has entertained any intention or desire to invade the United States or the Philippine islands, and therefor the so called Japanese peril is simply the wildest dream." Dr. Sunderland concludes with an appeal to his fellow citizens to be as fair, courteous, and jsut in their treatment of the Japanese people as if they were Frenchmen, Russian, or Englishmen. GIRLS WORK TO EARN THEIR PLEDGE MONEY A good many of the girls who made pledges for the United War Work fund have taken advantage of the opportunities offered to earn the money for themselves and have handed their names to Dean Aurner or the Y. W. C. A. secretary. A number of calls have already come in to the offices, and many girls began work this week end. All sorts of workers are wanted, and calls have come in for girls to do cleaning, ironing, sewing, caring for children, stenography, and clerical work. Three girls worked Friday cleaning the Phi Psi house and one went out Saturday morning to do on ironing. On girl is knitting a collar and cuff set for sale, and another is to be an Iowan newsboy. Calls continue to come in, and there will be no lack of work for those who wish to make or increase their pledges. LITERARY SOCIETIES TO MEET TUESDAYS Forensic Council Grants Each Society One Party. Bids to be Sent Direct Literary societies, with the exception of Octave Thanet and Erodelphian, are meeting on Tuesday nights as a part of a get-together movement of the girls themselves. Octave Thanet girls desire to conform but have not been able as yet to get a room for Tuesday night. Whether Erodelphian will give up its old night, Thursday night, is undecided. The question is to be discussed. The question is to be discussed at the next meeting. Rules for rushing have been given out by the forensic council. Most of the rushing is to be by means of the open programs, to which freshmen and all others who are interested, are urged to come. Each society will be allowed one social gathering to take place sometime during the quarter and no refreshments can be served. Pledging will take place at the beginning of the second quarter. All societies will bid as many girls as they wish. There will be no preference. The general program for this year has been made approximately. The artistic reading contest will be the third week in January. This is followed by an extemporaneous speaking contest the fourth week in February. Inter-society debates will not occur until the second week in April. Mrs. Nellie Aurner, Charlotte Dumke, and Glen Merry were chosen as an advisory board. GIRLS' ORCHESTRA FORMED The girls' orchestra is now fully organized. They have elected their own officers, and hold their business meeting after every meeting of the orchestra. Director Van Doren reports that there is more talent among the girl than he at first supposed. Twenty-five girls are members of the orchestra, and a number are on the waiting list. Any girl who has talent can join this waiting list, and wait for an opening in the orchestra. Double bass and coronet players have been secured. However, a girl is yet wanted for the clarinet, and also one for trap playing. Any girl who wishes to take the trap drum position will be given instruction free. HAWKEYES PREPARE FOR STIFF CONTEST WITH NORTHWESTERN Jones Gives Team Hard Signal Practice For Big Game Next Saturday TEAM IN EXCELLENT SHAPE Iowa Eleven Comes Out of Ames Victory Eager For Another Winning Score Desiring to score a victory over Northwestern next Saturday, and realizing that a defeat to the formidable Purple eleven will place them a rung higher in the conference ladder, the Ames-conquering Hawkeyes began the week's practice last night by going through a spirited workout on a muddy and water soaked gridiron. Although the field was in the worst condition possible the coach sent the teams through a snappy practice, with a brisk signal rehearsal that lasted until the field was in darkness. Van Meter to Coach Seconds The seconds were sent through their drill by coach Van Meter an Iowa back on the '14 team, and remembered as the only man on an Iowa team to cross the Gopher line before this year's game. He has had a great deal of football experience and is well acquainted with the duties of a coach. With a strong second team he will give the varsity the stiffest of opposition. Saturday's game gave the coach a line on the weak and strong points of the play, which will be cared for in this week's practice, The Iowa team loomed as one to be feared in passing and receiving. Northwestern Has Good Attack. That the Iowans are to face their stiffest game of the year is not to be denied, for the Purple has beaten some strong teams, held the Sailors to a scoreless tie. The Northwestern team is ranked as one of the best in the west, Murphy has a number of old men back, and with these as a nucleus for a team he has molded a strong machine. He has a quartet of backs who gain ground against almost every line they hit. In Underhill they have a pilot who ranks with the topnotchers, with experience that makes him a good field general. Cigrand, a half on last years second all-conference team, has starred in each contest. He runs the ends well, is a good defensive back, and throws passes with marked accuracy Holmes and Peyton are the other men in the set and fit well into the play. Zanger, captain and end, is said to be one of the best extremity men ever in purple togs. This week will see the Hawkeyes putting in the hardest kind of practice, for they are to avenge last year's defeat. With the Hawks going the way they have against other teams this year Murphy and his players will realize that they have been in a football royal. The Hawkeyes are being kept in the best condition by trainer Jack Watson, and in fitness, skill, and football knowledge, they have an even chance to send Northwestern back to Evanston with the short end of the score. FORENSIC COUNCIL MEETING There will be a called meeting of the forensic council Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. in room 116 liberal arts, by order of the president.