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Legislature To Recommend Cut In All Salaries Professors 'Affected . . .i Scale Of Salary Reductions Adopted By Ways And Means & Committee L__ A slash in professors' salaries varying from 15 per cent for part-time instructors to 33 1-3 per cent for department heads has been recoms mended by the ways and means committee to the legislature.. All state employees will have their, salaries reduced proportionately as now planned in the recommendation of the committee. A salary scheduled for all items of personal service was adopted. The scale of salary reductions adopted was as follows: . Salaries up to $399, reduced 5 per cent. From $400 to $1,000, reduced 10 per cent. From $1,001 to $1,250, 15 per cent. From $1,251 to $1,500, 10 2-3 per cent. From $1,501 to $1,800, 20 per cent. From $1,801 to $2,100, 25 per cent. From $2,101 to $2,400, 20 per cent. From $2,401 to $2,700, 27 per cent. From $2,701 to $3,000, 30 per cent. Above $3,000, 33 1-3 per cent. In sonic cases, in the higher group of salaries, these reductions combined with those made in 1931 amount to a total cut of approximately 50 per cent from salaries prior to 1931. $1,400,000 in salary items alone is the estimated savings to the state by these proposed cuts, and will give a surplus on the basis of estimated revenue, as given in the budget report " of about $2,200,000. "The committee in making these reductions," Chairman Bennett said, "was actuated by a relaxation of the difficult and calamitous condition of industry in the state and by the necessity of providing for the retirement of the state's deficit in order to preserve the state's credit." The reductions in salaries apply to members of the house and senate as well as to other employes. -It was estimated at the meeting of the committee that state officers protected by the constitution from salary cuts would, as patriotic citizens, not take advantage of that protection. U. 8. O. Political Pot Politics are getting off to an early start this year. Two of the greatest political battles of the year have already been fought?The Gamecock election and the Clariosophic election. To the casual observer these may not seem to amount to much, but to the campus politicians they indicate that the student body is in for a grand and glorious year of political battles. l'or the past year and a half the campus has been dominated by the Culbertson element. During this time he ruled sunreme but he received a set back ir The Gamecock election. W hether h 'an recover from this remains to ,e teen. In The lecock election, it seems that "Cotton" did not like the staff's nomination for editor. He brought l'P an opposing candidate, but failed to elect him. There arc too many members on the board who think for themselves for him to dominate them. The Clariosophic election also threw a bombshell in the Culbertson ranks. Troy Stokes, his candidate, won over J. Sam Taylor by the narrow margin of three votes :n one of the closest races witnessed by the society in recent years. The Clariosophic society is the stronghold of the Culbertson faction. In the elections last fall all of the Culbertson backed candidates were elected by acclamation. But now three months later, they only have a three vote majorjfy. What will happen in the next three months? Although it is too early for the May Queen candidates to announce themselves, we have heard rumors that several young ladies arc consider'"g throwing their hats in the ring. All of these arc very beautiful with charming personalities and would niake ideal queens of the May. It ^'11 be several months yet, however, efore we can tell who is backing ^ho and which one has the best c ancc to win. More details will be S'ven later. ?n, ? uii, yes the girls up at the Tri e"a House are very religious. Every me I walk through the door I hear ?i murmur 'Ah, men'." ==g^=g====gg=Sg==SSS=gggBgq! | Managing Editor m hhrs Allen Rollins, of Florence, who will take office next semester as managing editor of The Gamecock. He succeeds John A. Giles, of Greenville. 'Y' Delegates Go To Meet Elizabeth Harllee, Leah Zeigler, And Albert Fincher Make Trip Elizabeth Harllee, Leah Zeigler, and Albert Fincher were delegates from the University to the eleventh qiiadrcnnial convention of student volunteer movement of the Y. W. C. A. and Y. M. C. A. held in Buffalo, N. Y., December 30 through January 3. "The Living Christ in the World Today" was the theme of the meeting, which was attended by delegates from China, Japan, Phillipines Islands, Africa, Turkey, and India. Dr. J. T. Mott, who has attended all forty-four conventions, was one of the most noted men to speak. Others were Dr. T. Z. Zoo, prominent Chinese leader, and Dr. Jabava of Africa. Two international teas and several denominational teas were given as well as organ recitals. An impressive watch-night service was held to usher in the New Year. During the stay in Buffalo a trip was made to Niagara Falls. + U. 8. C. Students Help Install Frat University Spanish Fraternity Sends Delegates To Installation At Davidson / Delegates from the University to assist in the installation and initiation of the Omega chapter of Sigma Delta Pi,, national Spanish fraternity at Davidson College, December 12 were: Dr. R. K. Timmons and Prof. Margaret Abel and the following students: Viola Allen, Susannah Barnwell, Mabel Brodie, Dorthy Irby, Anne Kamier, Helen Staples, Millie Taylor and A. S. Hodges, E. R. Katnier and O. H. Skewes. O. H. Skewes, performed the duties of secretary and Susannah Barnwell discharged the office of announcer from the outside at the installation services. All the installation and initiation ceremonies were given in Spanish. At the conclusion of these exercises all repaired to the home of Mrs. W. S. Henderson, where a banquet was enjoyed. At each plate was found an artistic place card, on which was written the menu in Spanish. u. s. o. Language Club Is Organized Der Deutsche Verein, local German language club which was recently organized by the students of German at this University, is now petitioning Delta Phi Alpha, national German language fraternity. The club held its third meeting in the office of Dean Frank Bradley, head of the German department, at which time the petition to national organization was framed and signed by the members. Lieutenant C. F. Duffner gave an interesting and intertaining talk on "Christmas Customs in Germany" at the second meeting of the Verein which took place on December 17. He spoke about his experience in Germany during his boyhood, contrasting the manner of celebrating Christinas there with that of this county. V. 8. O. The prohibition chieftain Is king for just a day, Then he's thrown out of office, And writes an expose. It is illegal to sneeze on Sunday in West Virginia. M * - xno u a j Board Praises Late Head Of University Express Appreciation Trustees Pass Resolutions On The Death Of Dr. D. M. Douglas Resolutions on the death of Dr. Davison McDowell Douglas, late president of the University, as passed by the board of trustees are as follows: In the early hours of a new -day while deep in the heart of his family, and beloved by his fellows, Davison McDowell Douglas peacfully crossed the Great Divide. In the strength of full manhood; in the front rank of the State's leaders; at the peak of a distinguished career, he responded to the last call that comes to men on earth. His many offices of honor and trust have been published repeatedly: to recount them here, would be mere repetition. The Trustees of the University wish to express, in a simple manner, their profound and sincere appreciation of the life and work of the deceased. His association with us was that of a man frank, fair, truthful. He always worked with the Board?not over the Board. His declarations were strong and full of equity?never evading, and striking forward boldly. His conceptions were broad, clear, constructive. He worked with youth and inspired youth; he labored with men and led them forward. He came to the University as a distinguished college president, and his four years here added to this distinction. Faced with many trials, difficulties and petty political obstructions, he wrought with a sure, determined hand?holding high the torch of learning, and insisting ever upon sound scholarship. Coming from a long line of educators and ministers, he carried his dual role as well as any, and better than most. Kindly in spirit, warm in sympathy, he possessed human understanding of more than ordinary proportions. His, the genial smile: his, the helpful spirit; his, the grip of comradeship; his, the heart of a man? strong and gentle?firm and fair? courageous and calm. We may well say of him that he could "talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with kings?nor lose the common touch." The Board therefore, desires to express its great appreciation of his association and his work, and its profound sorrow at his passing. ' The State has lost an ideal citizen?patriotic in bis service, and devoted to its betterment; the University has lost a distinguished president and able leader; the Board" has lost a beloved friend and counsellor. Now, Be It Resolved, That this testimonial be incorporated in the minutes of this meeting; that it be spread upon a special page dedicated to the memory of our late president; and that a copy hereof be sent to the family of the deceased, with full assurance of our sympathy in the irreparable loss. Signed: Cyrus L. Shealy, James H. Sullivan, Geo. M. Wright, Special Committee. The University, December 9, 1931. v. s. o. Professors Get Lost In Suburb Three University professors in one car got lost twice in Heathwood recently. They were going to and returning from a session of the Kosmos Club at the home of Irvine Belser, Carolina alumnus. Doctor Wauchope, and Professors Davis and McKissick composed the party. Before setting out, the first and last observed that they did not know the way to the Belser home. "I am thoroughly familiar with the territory. I'll show you the road," said Professor Davis. Ten minutes later the car, after turning into Heathwood, went deep into dark dense woods. "We took the wrong turn," Professor Davis admitted. So there was an about-face. In a little while the right road was found. Pilot Davis again controlled directions on the homeward journey. "Now, be sure to turn down by that light," he told Doctor Wauchope. The latter turned by that light. In five minutes all admitted that they did not have the dimmest idea as to where they were. Road, houses, aspect of the country were wholly unfamiliar. 3B.JBUUQK "1 1 ' ?== 1 Collegiate lippings Student exponents of dancing at Ohio Northern University have won a partial victory in their campaign to overthrow an ancient ban on dancing at the school. 1' raternity brothers and sorority sisters, under rules announced by university officials, now may dance to radio and phonograph music twice a week in fraternity and sorority houses off the campus, and they may have three formal dances with orchestras in the coming year. Students recently declared war on the old ban, but were rebuffed by university officials. However, when it was announced that a meeting of the Board of Trustees would be held in January, university officials decided to canvass the 800 students and ascertain if they wanted to dance. ' Interfraternity Council at Minnesota University recently passed a resolution requiring a $2 fee of freshmen accepting dates during the regular winter quarter rushing week. The measure was designed to help fraternities defray the cost of rushees' meals and to eliminate the entertainment of freshmen who might accept dates with no idea of becoming fraternity member.?Utah "Chronicle," IfJtah University. All of the freshmen at the University of Maryland are required to work on the student newspaper one day out of each week. We wonder how the paper ever gets to press at all? Utah "Chronicle," Utah University. Dr. Frank Aydelotte, president of j Swarthmore college, recently declared that "the so-called bad boys in school who refuse to submit to discipline and who create difficulties are frequently the more brilliant students." This is not necessarily to encourage lawbreaking.?"Carolinian," Greensboro. Stanley M. Moore, student at the Michigan College of Mines, was killed here by a gangster who picked him up as a hitch-hiker.?University of Tennessee, Sewanee Purple. Go to class only when you want, read only the books you desire, and confer with your instructor any time. 1 hese blissful instructions were recently given to the freshmen at the University of Chicago? Robert M. Hutchins, president of the university, is conducting a novel experiment with 725 "handpicked" freshmen at the university. His theory is that only the intelligent man wants an education, and there is no need of trying to educate a person who cares only for dates, speakeasies and football.?Chronicle?Utah University. 1 he Museum of Paleontology of the University of Michigan has announced discovery of the dorsal armor of a giant phytosaur of the Triassic age. The discovery was made near Amarillo, Texas, by an expedition composed of Dr. E. C. Case, director of the museum, and several aids. Dr. Case describes phytosaurs as large carnivorous reptiles, like crocodiles, in form and habits. The specimen was part of the skeleton of an animal about 25 feet long, which lurked in the swamps some 50,000,000 years ago. The phytosaur's back was covered by an armor made up of thick bony plate, and the Michigan expedition made the first find of a set of the armor plates undisturbed position.? Utah "Chronicle," Utah University. Russell W. Porter, associate in optics at the California Institute of Technology, has told of plans for creating temperatures in laboratories here as high as those in the sun spots.?Virginia Tech, Polytechnic Inst. ? Columbia University is offering courses for its alumni in an attempt to stimulate intellectual relations between the University and the alumni. This is quite in line with the trend towards adult education which is fast disproving the theory that one's intellectual life must end at graduation. The courses will be given by prominent members of the faculty on such subjects as art, science, and international relations. Two hours of outside preparation arc required each week.?Reflector?Mississippi University. U. H. O. I Finally Pathfinder Davis thought the way out and all was well. . One member of the party declares that he will never be caught in Heathwood again at night unless he has chart and compass. u. 8. o. First Politician?How's business, Gus? Second Ditto?Terrible. I haven't sold an appointment in a month. >' , , . \ ' -.1 ? ' -i"; ' - , . t '..'j ... y. i J Renovation Oi Room Is The historic old hall which houses the Clariosophic Literary society has recently been completely renovated. A few weeks ago, a committee was appointed by the society to see to the accomplishing of needed repairs to the hall. Their work was done well, and now the quiet beauty of the hall is enhanced and brightened by a new and beautiful color scheme. The walls and ceiling have been finished in a pale green to which the gold of the trimmings is contrasted. The president's desk has been repaired and refinished, the darkness of the mahogany and the brilliance of the green and gold trimmings producing a very pleasing effect. The beautiful and valuable presidents chair which stands behind the desk has been reupholstcred and restaincd. 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Several other repairs and replacements are being contemplated by the society, which, if they are accomplished will serve to make the hall and its furnishings even more beautiful and impressive than at the present / time. U. a. o. Mrs. Ippi?No one ever talks about Alida Piebake. Miss Ouri?Poor dear: hasn't she any friends at all? Young Thing (at her first boxing match)?What a cowardly lot those seconds are. As soon as any trouble starts, they step out of the ring. BROADCASTING LESSONS IN ADVANCED PIANO WORK, INTERPRETATION AND MODERN TONE The Evelyn Reed Piano Studio 1502 Blanding Street Phones 8412-6760 We carry a full line of Drugs, Hollingsworth Candy, Cosmetics. Parker Pens and Pencils a Specialty UNIVERSITY DRUG STORE "Where the 'Gang' Meets" , Campus and Town Delivery 1204 Green Phones 4331-4332 B You ow Paying Too Much. 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