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an Jfrancisico Jfogfpnt By THE EDITOR VISITORS ... To the hacienda of the Dons are always welcome. Today, when the far-famed hospitality of Don Francisco manifests itself in a typical gesture, San Francisco's University welcomes the future college students of this city. It is rarely that we have the honor of addressing the collegiate leaders of tomorrow, and we are proud of the opportunity to extend to them a hearty welcome and an "open house." Make yourselves at home. For this day, and, we hope, for many days to come, "the place is yours." CONGRATULATIONS ... are again in order for the College Players and their genial director, James J. Gill. In his entire decade of drama, a good portion of which it has been our good fortune to watch, Director Gill has rarely presented a masterpiece of the magnitude of "Death Takes a Holiday." It has been long since so capable, a group of thespians portrayed the roles in a Players' production. We could rave for pages. . . . Incidentally, to Trude Spearman, one-man-stage-crew par excellence, goes the credit for building the entire set of the production. You will have to think far back to remember a better set. Showing, we suppose, that there is much to learn from dramatic workshop. May we suggest to lower classmen that they start now to learn this most fascinating of technical crafts? It's more than worth it—all around. BARNSTORMING . . . Debaters Norton Herold and James William Daniel Mace returned last week from their tour of the Southland, whither they carried the name and forensic fame of USF. It was a fitting climax to the unselfish work of these men that they were chosen to represent USF on such a tour. It is only to be regretted that the sophomore debaters who worked just as hard were unable to accompany their senior brethren. For the attention of the next Executive Committee, may we mention the fact that in the last two years the debaters have not been granted a total of $200? This is a pitifully small sum for what has always been a major activity, and even with finances at their lowest, executives should be able to see their way clear to grant a wee bit more to the platform performers. SPEAKING OF FINANCES . . . whatever happened to the idea of a Don Fiesta to raise money for an organization's budget each year? At least it was an idea, and should have been given a trial—or should be, come next August. If this idea seems hard to work, there are a thousand other means of raising a few dollars, and the gentlemen responsible for the ASUSF future financial situation should see to it that some of them are employed, unless they are satisfied with the situation as it stands. In which case, pardon us. Future financiers might take a leaf from the administration of finances as carried on by this year's treasurer and finance committee. Rarely in Don history have funds been handled so carefully and so well. We cannot point to an ill-spent dollar or an inadequately considered appropriation. And, which is important, there is much to show for the money spent. That a system has been developed for handling the money efficiently is all the more reason for raising more to be handled. It's just an idea. YOU'LL LIKE .. . this edition of the "Wassman Collector," official journal of the club of the same name. The journal is issued by a number of those individuals who work long and hard in the mysterious precincts of our laboratories— we call them "scientists," but they are more than that. Doctor Kessel and his "Collector" staff have managed to put into their publication a group of articles which attain interest without sacrificing anything of the scientific, a rare phenomenon in scientific journals. We laymen can find both entertainment and a great deal of interesting information between the covers of this more than representative magazine. May it be published forever! SUMMER SCHOOL ... has its decided advantages, as any of the many Dons who attended last summer will tell you. The courses are timely and interesting, and the faculty as capable as always. Some new professors and some new courses lend novelty which is always a welcome addition to study. Knocking over six units in this short course, where high marks are easier to get, lightens the load you will have to carry during the rest of your school year and keeps you in academic shape. Besides, believe it or not, it's as much fun as a vacation anywhere. If you find that it isn't, you have two weeks between summer and regular session to squeeze in a few coats of tan. Catalogues upon request in the Registrar's office. (No charge.) OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ASSOCIATED STUDENTS UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO Visitors Day Edition Z 56 VOL. XX, No. 13 SAN FRANCISCO, APRIL 21, 1939 FRIDAY FATHER FEELY HURT ♦- Dean Kinnane Resigns Law Position Marked Progress Seen During His Tenure Of Office Announcement has been made that Dr. Charles H. Kinnane, LL.D., Dean of the School of Law of the University of San Francisco, has tendered his resignation, both as dean and as professor of law, effective at the end of the present semester. According to the announcement the resignation was received on February 16. Bulletin Professor Edward Hogan, professor in the School of Law, was appointed to succeed Dr. Charles Kinnane, who resigned his position as Dean of the School of Law last week. Professor Hogan has been associated with the Law School for a number of years, and has been active in aiding the rise of the school to a position of prominence among American legal institutions. Dean Kinnane came to the University of San Francisco in the summer of 1936, after previous teaching and administrative service in various universities and law schools in the mid-west. During his administration the School of Law has made marked progress. The standards have been raised, and the school has been accepted for membership in several of the country's most prominent legal school organizations. Dr. Kinnane plans to return to Chicago, Illinois, where he contemplates reentering the legal practice. Dr. Kinnane already holds a reputation as a practicing attorney as well as a teacher. FreakAccident Injures USF Professor Father Raymond T. Feely, S.J., popular professor of the University, was the victim of an accident during a ball game played as part of the Sodality picnic, near Mission San Jose, last Sunday. Playing in the position of catcher, Father Feelystarted after a high infield fly ball and collided with a teammate. He was knocked to the ground by the impact, and writhed there for a moment, but stood on his feet before he realized that his leg was injured. It was not until a later examination that the odd break was revealed. A somewhat unusual fracture, it is extremely painful, consisting of a split bone. This week, Father Feely is convalescing at Saint Mary's hospital, but he is expected to be able to resume his professorial duties early next week. Fr. McGrorey Aids Meanwhile, some of his courses are being conducted by Father Raymond McGrorey, SJ., Dean of men. Should he return next week, according to reports, Father Feely will be forced to move about with the aid of crutches, since his leg will have to be encased in a cast for a number of weeks. Aside from the fatality to Father Feely, the picnic went off as scheduled, Sodality heads said, in expressing their regret at what they termed "an unfortunate occurrence." San Francisco Club Site of Junior Prom Latest word from Junior Prexy Charles Breen reveals that the San Francisco Golf and Country Club has been selected as the site for the 1939 edition of USF's Junior Prom scheduled for the night of April 29. Dancing Dons will once again joyously view the taciturn features of Warren Ringen leading his popular orchestra from the piano stool. Ringen's smashing reception at the Soph Drag, at the Law-Commerce Formal, at numerous University receptions, left no choice. Sure Fire "A USF sponsored dance featuring Ringen's orchestrations has never fallen short of success. He's a good luck charm. The charm shall not fail on April 29," Breen declared. The accessibility of the San Francisco Golf and Country Club was a large factor in its choice. Located just beyond the city proper, it is reached by a short drive along Skyline Boulevard to a spot just past the new Lake Merced cutoff. Promenaders will find here a spacious club with dancing room to spare, beautiful furnishings, and a gorgeous view combining to provide the perfect Junior Prom setting, according to reports from the Prom Committee after a recent visit to the Country Club. Bids On Sale Bids for the traditional affair have already been placed on the selling block. Following tradition, the no- corsage rule will prevail at the formal affair. The new code of dance rules which have recently been enforced will be strictly adhered to. The bids, nominally priced at $2.50, may be obtained from Charles Breen, committee chairman; Frank Law- son, Bob Bertrand, Tom Waters, Al Arguello, Charles Murphy, or Tony Dedier. Again following tradition, the Junior Prom Committee has extended an invitation to every graduating senior to attend the dance "on the house." And the seniors have indeed particular cause for celebration, for April 29 is also the date of their • comprehensive examinations. The conclusion of their comprehensives is the end of a long strain for them, and the evening should be enlivened by sighs of relief emanating from our eminent seniors at frequent intervals. NEW STICKERS OUT Design Most Elaborate in Nation, Say ASUSF Heads Have you gotten yours yet? What? Why, the new stickers, of course. The topic of undertone conversation in the back rows of the classrooms, the corridors and halls, the lounge, and the rear rank at "R. O." drill has become a reality. Streamlined as a transcontinental transport and as colorful as the life of the early Don they portray, the brand new ASUSF stickers appeared this morning for general distribution among the student body. "Two stickers free to every man in possession of a student body card," keynoted the debut of these gummed alma mater windshield posters. The student body has been asking for a long, long time for new "smoother" stickers to replace the antiquated discs that now grace the windshields of many a Don's "crate." With their appearance today, a request has been made that all old stickers be replaced over the week-end so as not to have two separate types extolling the grandeur of USF to San Franciscans and out-of-state fair-goers. The new stickers bear the words "University of San Francosco" and "Dons," and are said to be readable at a much greater distance than the old green and gold circles. On the top is emblazoned a golden horse with a green-cloaked rider. In bold green type "University of San Francisco" is bannered under the mounted Don and a scroll, with "The Dons," the USF shield and the date of the founding of the University completes the lower portion. The outstanding feature of this new sticker lies in the fact that there is no solid background, each letter being already cut out. This was done to make the words and insignia stand out at a greater distance than the older stickers. Collector in Third Year of Publication Articles on Varied Scientific Subjects of Value By FRANK COURTNEY The current issue of the Wasmann Collector appeared on the campus last week, completing its third year of publication and its first printed volume. The articles included carry out the policy of the journal of publishing scientific papers of permanent value. Preference is given USF research workers but contributions from other scientists are also welcomed. That the goal of a real scientific journal is being achieved through this policy is shown by the recognition already received from several scientific centers such as the Smithsonian Institution, which has requested that it receive the "Collector" in exchange for their technical publications. The articles in this number of the "Collector" include one by Frank Gasparini, who reports on the results of two years' work on his senior research problem. This is a study of the embryology of the drone fly. The figures drawn by Mr. Gasparini are a step forward over previous issues in which no articles have been illustrated. Dr. and Mrs. Kessel have compiled their relatives, in which the maggots a list of the fungi, mushrooms and of certain small flies live and feed. This is based on much original work. Harold Bischoff, a former USF biologist, in his article on "Individual Variations in Response to Drugs," writes on a subject which he has investigated for several years. Dr. Walter Lamments, formerly of the University of California Institute of Technology, now plant geneticist for the Armstrong Nurseries, is the originator of many new and improved varieties of garden plants. In his article, he describes a few of his difficulties involved in scientific plant breeding. He uses roses as an example and lists the goals to be attained when the obstacles are surmounted. Dr. Robert. C. Miller, director of the California Academy of Sciences, relates the history of that institution for readers of the "Collector." He points out that it dates back almost to the time of the Gold Rush, 18S3, and despite many adversities has, like San Francisco, advanced through the years to an outstanding position in the world. Weekly Poll by Foghorn Editors New Feature in Foghorn On Timely Subjects Student opinion on various topics of national interest will be gathered and announced through the columns of The Foghorn as a continuous policy, if present plans materialize. A weekly poll upon subjects determined by the editors will be conducted by the entire staff of The Foghorn. Members of the staff will canvass a wide cross-section of the entire student body, and will combine their reports in a single article, which will then be published in the paper. "We admit that this is nothing new under the sun," commented Noel O'Brien, associate editor, "but we believe that there is a definite place for such a series of surveys at USF. Other schools, some of them strongholds of crackpot opinions, publish their ideas regularly and in wide circles. Here, where thought comes first, we have just as much of a right, and perhaps something of a duty, to circulate our opinions upon important subjects." The plan, completed this week, will be under the administration of Frank Courtney, news editor, and will begin to function with this issue. War First Topic Selected for next week's topic has been the debatable question, "Would you fight if a war were declared tomorrow?" The many variations and distinctions of this question are included in the discussion. This question was discussed in an article in a national magazine this week, and the conclusion was that college youth would refuse to fight in a war on other soil than our own. PLAYERS' PROTEGES|University Plays Host To Visiting Seniors of Bay Area High Schools In a romantic mood, Hugh Malley, as Eric Fenton in "Death Takes a Holiday," discussed the merits of the language of flowers with Agnes- Marie Lyman, who played the Princess Marie, and Margaret Mahoney, who appeared as Rhoda Fenton in the current Players' production. ii » QUI Players Brilliant in Death Takes Holiday Technical Direction and Clever Performances Acclaimed by Audiences ByTHE PLAYGOER "Death Takes a Holiday" is in itself a masterpiece of dramaturgy. Under the superb direction of James J. Gill and the vivid acting of his College Players it became a beautiful interpretation of a beautiful theme, when the Little Theatre curtain rose on it Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. It is long since Players' audiences have had the privilege of seeing so masterful a production from every point of view. A well constructed and intelligently balanced setting, with cleverly shaded lights and shadows, contributed much to the atmosphere demanded by this type of play. But the balancing of the cast and the splendid individual performances all pointed in perfect harmony toward a single end, constitute the greatest single triumph achieved by Director Gill among a multitude of triumphs. Coenen Scores The play starts slowly, a trifle too slowly, and the first ten minutes serve to introduce the characters and to create atmosphere. It is here, as elsewhere in brief scenes throughout the play, that the fine histrionic temperament, the polished dramatic genius of Al Coenen, playing the wickedly old Baron Cesarea, appears to best advantage. Al O'Dea, the veteran performer who was called forth from the exile of graduation to portray Death, brought to the part all of the savoir faire and the underlying element of the sinister with which it is imbued. Always at ease, O'Dea moved calmly and with deadly smoothness through the varying scenes of the play. His transitions from one emotional state to another, although rapid, are almost unnoticeable until they have been completed—sure sign of the finished actor. Ray O'Brien, as the aristocratic Duke Lambert, plays a difficult role with a finesse which he had not hitherto attained. It is O'Brien's sympathetic interpretation and his perfectly timed reactions which heighten his portrayals. Those reactions, by the way, are some of the best in the play, and show careful study of the entire play. Here, as in none of his other appearances to date, O'Brien has acted with a tempered repression which is best fitted for his type of acting. George Whelan, as the fiery and love-torn Corrado, continues his string of dramatic successes upon this stage. Whelan. who is possessed of a well molded physique and handsome features, in addition to a flair for emotional acting, is destined for greater heights in the acting business as time goes on. A Playgoer's prediction. Marie Steder, as the blase Alda, plays capably, and her reactions to the prince's attentions in the second act are among the outstanding reactions of the show, until their climax, at which time they relapse into something which, although it is adequate, is not what her previous brilliance promised. On the whole, however, Miss Steder's introduction to Players' audiences was a pleasing one. We shall see more of her. It is not within the memory of this reviewer than an aristocratic dowager has been played with the refined gentility given to the role of the duchess by Mary Mac- Gowan. Although never a flashy actress, Miss MacGowan gives the type of support which lends stability and a touch of the professional to Gill shows. Agnes-Marie Lyman, the most improved actress in the Players' fold, earns even more plaudits for her outstanding performance as the princess than she did as the defendant in "The Night of January 16." Her acting in the final scenes of the play surpass anything done by an actress on the Little Theatre stage since the days when Bobbe Trefts graced Players' productions. "Discovery" Praised Matching accomplishment with accomplishment with Miss Lyman was petite Eileen Campbell, who made her debut here as Grazia. No stage can conceivably boast a more spiritual and self possessed type than Miss Campbell. Her role, a rare and extremely difficult type, was portrayed as it was written by the author, with precisely the right touches at precisely the right places. Margaret Mahoney is charmingly efficient as Rhoda Fenton. She is especially good in the second act dialogue with Death. Hugh Malley returns to Players' shows again as Eric Fenton. Malley is easily the smoothest actor on the stage. His easy self possession, his clipped diction, and his urbane manner proclaim him as a natural actor who has been depriving us of his talents for lo, these many years. James Herning, Barbara Spedick and John Monroe appear briefly and capably. The touches they add to the play make of it a complete masterpiece. Without their presence an indefinable something would have been missing. The Little Theatre orchestra, under the direction of David Marchus, performed with more than their usual finesse in a variety of selections. Given an audience devoid of the ignorant and unappreciative boors who spoiled parts of the show for the rest of those attending, "Death Takes a Holiday" was the most tenderly moving play presented here in James J. Gill's "decade of drama." Varied Program Planned for Visitors Open House is the order for the Hacienda of the Dons today, as the University welcomes the High School Seniors of San Francisco in the annual Visitors' Day. Prepared for the visitors is a program of inspection, entertainment and refreshment. Immediately after enrolling, visitors were to be received in the University Little Theater, where they were to be welcomed by Father President and other executive officers of the University. Speakers were to include Father President, Student Body President Peter Sexton, and Head Coach George Malley. At the conclusion of this short program, they will be turned over to the official guides to be conducted through the University. Throughout the day all lecture classes and laboratories will be open to the visitors. They may enter and listen to the lectures, or examine the scientific equipment. Among other places of interest to be inspected by the high school seniors are the Library, Student Chapel, Field House, R. O. T. C. Armory, Loyola Lodge, and the Student Lounge. Refreshments Refreshments will be served the visitors at noon-time. This will take place either in the Student Lounge or in the College Cafeteria. Feature of the day will be a regulation football game between two teams selected from among members of the 1939 Don Varsity and climaxing spring practice. The game is scheduled for early in the afternoon, with most of George Malley's first string stars expected to see action. Site of the contest will be USF Stadium, Parker at Turk. "Visitors' Day has become an honored tradition on the Hilltop," declared Executive Secretary Joseph Rock. Student Leaders Participate in Exercises Don President To Be Honored Annual Celebration to Be Held Tuesday Featuring a day of track, field and boxing events, one of the traditional student functions of the University of San Francisco will take place next Tuesday on the college field. Preceded by a Mass at 9, the events will comprise interclass and interorganization tournaments as well as individual athletic displays. The event, which honors the president of the University, is an annual function embracing athletic displays from representative student groups. Track Events Featured in the track and field events under the direction of John Guinee are the interclass medley, pentathlon, 50-yard dash, 100-yard dash, 440, 100-yard hurdles, and the mile run. Each class will have a team represented in each event, with first, second and third places counting for points. An organization relay, consisting of a 440-yard dash with four men from each organization, an athletic relay, an 880-yard run with four men from each sport, a baseball throw for distance, a football punt for distance, a football throw for accuracy, a drop kick for accuracy and the president's race, a 440-yard dash, round out the athletic events. Boxing Exhibition Following the track and field contests, an exhibition of boxing in each of the weight divisions, under the direction of Al White, will take up the remainder of the afternoon. The sound truck of the Associated Oil Company will be on hand to inform the students of the results of the races. Medals will be awarded the winners of each event, and trophies will be given to the winning teams. Lunch in the cafeteria will be provided for all the contestants and spectators. Because of a faculty dinner previously arranged to honor the president, there will be no night show as of former years. Under the direction of Joseph Rock, newly appointed Executive Secretary of the University, the annual Visitors' Day is scheduled for today beginning at 9:30 a.m. This day is a tradition on the Heights, the day on which the University of San Francisco plays host to the high school seniors of San Francisco. Among the high schools participating in today's program are Saint Ignatius, Sacred Heart, Saint Peter's, Mission, Lowell, Saint James, Polytechnic, Commerce, Galileo, Balboa, and George Washington. Preparations for Visitors' Day were made by the Speakers' Bureau of the Varsity Debate Squad, and by the newly organized University Publicity Bureau, acting in conjunction, each in its own specific sphere. Invitations During the past week members of the Speakers' Bureau have journeyed to the various high schools of the city to deliver the University's invitation to the high school seniors to come to inspect its facilities, its courses and its traditions of eighty- four years. Supplementing the work of the Speakers' Bureau, short articles have been placed in several of the high school publications by Dick Blake, Foghorn sports editor, and John Forde, athletic publicity manager, announcing the program and its design. The purpose of Visitors' Day is to acquaint the members of this year's high school graduating classes with the standards, facilities and educational work of San Francisco's own University. The seniors are invited for an inspection tour of the campus and its educational, research, athletic, and recreational facilities. Committee Named The committee appointed to escort the visitors through the University is headed by Student Body President Peter Sexton, and includes James Madden, William Carberry, Norton Herold, John Guinee, Thomas Rice, Steve Esposto, James Mace, Daniel Dinneen, Cliff Jensen, Dave Marchus, Laurie O'Toole, Robert Horner, Ernest Emmons, John Sullivan, Owen Brady, Frank Lawson and Berch Dougherty. A varied program has been arranged, detail of which will be discussed in another article. Assisting Mr. Rock in making the arrangements is Phil Hanley. Both have requested the complete cooperation of both faculty and student body in lending aid to the guests. Alumni to Gather for Homecoming Day Instituting what may become a USF tradition, the first annual Alumni Barbecue will be staged on the campus Saturday afternoon, May 6. The barbecue is expected to draw a group of 2,500 alumni to this great "Homecoming Day" for Don grads old and new, according to Joe Rock, newly appointed Alumni Secretary and Public Relations Director. "Homecoming Day" is the first step towards forming a more unified body of the USF Alumni and drawing them in unison with the ASUSF. If a success, the day will be held on the campus each year. Invitations have been sent to all grads for many years back. The affair is exclusively for the Alumni. A new barbecue pit has been constructed for the day. Special Edition In honor of Father William J. Dunne, S. J., President of the University, a special President's Day edition of The Foghorn will be issued next Tuesday morning. Early distribution of the paper will be made, to enable students to follow the program of events and to acquaint themselves with the traditions surounding each of them, according to J. C. Laboyteaux, circulation manager.
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Transcript | an Jfrancisico Jfogfpnt By THE EDITOR VISITORS ... To the hacienda of the Dons are always welcome. Today, when the far-famed hospitality of Don Francisco manifests itself in a typical gesture, San Francisco's University welcomes the future college students of this city. It is rarely that we have the honor of addressing the collegiate leaders of tomorrow, and we are proud of the opportunity to extend to them a hearty welcome and an "open house." Make yourselves at home. For this day, and, we hope, for many days to come, "the place is yours." CONGRATULATIONS ... are again in order for the College Players and their genial director, James J. Gill. In his entire decade of drama, a good portion of which it has been our good fortune to watch, Director Gill has rarely presented a masterpiece of the magnitude of "Death Takes a Holiday." It has been long since so capable, a group of thespians portrayed the roles in a Players' production. We could rave for pages. . . . Incidentally, to Trude Spearman, one-man-stage-crew par excellence, goes the credit for building the entire set of the production. You will have to think far back to remember a better set. Showing, we suppose, that there is much to learn from dramatic workshop. May we suggest to lower classmen that they start now to learn this most fascinating of technical crafts? It's more than worth it—all around. BARNSTORMING . . . Debaters Norton Herold and James William Daniel Mace returned last week from their tour of the Southland, whither they carried the name and forensic fame of USF. It was a fitting climax to the unselfish work of these men that they were chosen to represent USF on such a tour. It is only to be regretted that the sophomore debaters who worked just as hard were unable to accompany their senior brethren. For the attention of the next Executive Committee, may we mention the fact that in the last two years the debaters have not been granted a total of $200? This is a pitifully small sum for what has always been a major activity, and even with finances at their lowest, executives should be able to see their way clear to grant a wee bit more to the platform performers. SPEAKING OF FINANCES . . . whatever happened to the idea of a Don Fiesta to raise money for an organization's budget each year? At least it was an idea, and should have been given a trial—or should be, come next August. If this idea seems hard to work, there are a thousand other means of raising a few dollars, and the gentlemen responsible for the ASUSF future financial situation should see to it that some of them are employed, unless they are satisfied with the situation as it stands. In which case, pardon us. Future financiers might take a leaf from the administration of finances as carried on by this year's treasurer and finance committee. Rarely in Don history have funds been handled so carefully and so well. We cannot point to an ill-spent dollar or an inadequately considered appropriation. And, which is important, there is much to show for the money spent. That a system has been developed for handling the money efficiently is all the more reason for raising more to be handled. It's just an idea. YOU'LL LIKE .. . this edition of the "Wassman Collector," official journal of the club of the same name. The journal is issued by a number of those individuals who work long and hard in the mysterious precincts of our laboratories— we call them "scientists," but they are more than that. Doctor Kessel and his "Collector" staff have managed to put into their publication a group of articles which attain interest without sacrificing anything of the scientific, a rare phenomenon in scientific journals. We laymen can find both entertainment and a great deal of interesting information between the covers of this more than representative magazine. May it be published forever! SUMMER SCHOOL ... has its decided advantages, as any of the many Dons who attended last summer will tell you. The courses are timely and interesting, and the faculty as capable as always. Some new professors and some new courses lend novelty which is always a welcome addition to study. Knocking over six units in this short course, where high marks are easier to get, lightens the load you will have to carry during the rest of your school year and keeps you in academic shape. Besides, believe it or not, it's as much fun as a vacation anywhere. If you find that it isn't, you have two weeks between summer and regular session to squeeze in a few coats of tan. Catalogues upon request in the Registrar's office. (No charge.) OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ASSOCIATED STUDENTS UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO Visitors Day Edition Z 56 VOL. XX, No. 13 SAN FRANCISCO, APRIL 21, 1939 FRIDAY FATHER FEELY HURT ♦- Dean Kinnane Resigns Law Position Marked Progress Seen During His Tenure Of Office Announcement has been made that Dr. Charles H. Kinnane, LL.D., Dean of the School of Law of the University of San Francisco, has tendered his resignation, both as dean and as professor of law, effective at the end of the present semester. According to the announcement the resignation was received on February 16. Bulletin Professor Edward Hogan, professor in the School of Law, was appointed to succeed Dr. Charles Kinnane, who resigned his position as Dean of the School of Law last week. Professor Hogan has been associated with the Law School for a number of years, and has been active in aiding the rise of the school to a position of prominence among American legal institutions. Dean Kinnane came to the University of San Francisco in the summer of 1936, after previous teaching and administrative service in various universities and law schools in the mid-west. During his administration the School of Law has made marked progress. The standards have been raised, and the school has been accepted for membership in several of the country's most prominent legal school organizations. Dr. Kinnane plans to return to Chicago, Illinois, where he contemplates reentering the legal practice. Dr. Kinnane already holds a reputation as a practicing attorney as well as a teacher. FreakAccident Injures USF Professor Father Raymond T. Feely, S.J., popular professor of the University, was the victim of an accident during a ball game played as part of the Sodality picnic, near Mission San Jose, last Sunday. Playing in the position of catcher, Father Feelystarted after a high infield fly ball and collided with a teammate. He was knocked to the ground by the impact, and writhed there for a moment, but stood on his feet before he realized that his leg was injured. It was not until a later examination that the odd break was revealed. A somewhat unusual fracture, it is extremely painful, consisting of a split bone. This week, Father Feely is convalescing at Saint Mary's hospital, but he is expected to be able to resume his professorial duties early next week. Fr. McGrorey Aids Meanwhile, some of his courses are being conducted by Father Raymond McGrorey, SJ., Dean of men. Should he return next week, according to reports, Father Feely will be forced to move about with the aid of crutches, since his leg will have to be encased in a cast for a number of weeks. Aside from the fatality to Father Feely, the picnic went off as scheduled, Sodality heads said, in expressing their regret at what they termed "an unfortunate occurrence." San Francisco Club Site of Junior Prom Latest word from Junior Prexy Charles Breen reveals that the San Francisco Golf and Country Club has been selected as the site for the 1939 edition of USF's Junior Prom scheduled for the night of April 29. Dancing Dons will once again joyously view the taciturn features of Warren Ringen leading his popular orchestra from the piano stool. Ringen's smashing reception at the Soph Drag, at the Law-Commerce Formal, at numerous University receptions, left no choice. Sure Fire "A USF sponsored dance featuring Ringen's orchestrations has never fallen short of success. He's a good luck charm. The charm shall not fail on April 29," Breen declared. The accessibility of the San Francisco Golf and Country Club was a large factor in its choice. Located just beyond the city proper, it is reached by a short drive along Skyline Boulevard to a spot just past the new Lake Merced cutoff. Promenaders will find here a spacious club with dancing room to spare, beautiful furnishings, and a gorgeous view combining to provide the perfect Junior Prom setting, according to reports from the Prom Committee after a recent visit to the Country Club. Bids On Sale Bids for the traditional affair have already been placed on the selling block. Following tradition, the no- corsage rule will prevail at the formal affair. The new code of dance rules which have recently been enforced will be strictly adhered to. The bids, nominally priced at $2.50, may be obtained from Charles Breen, committee chairman; Frank Law- son, Bob Bertrand, Tom Waters, Al Arguello, Charles Murphy, or Tony Dedier. Again following tradition, the Junior Prom Committee has extended an invitation to every graduating senior to attend the dance "on the house." And the seniors have indeed particular cause for celebration, for April 29 is also the date of their • comprehensive examinations. The conclusion of their comprehensives is the end of a long strain for them, and the evening should be enlivened by sighs of relief emanating from our eminent seniors at frequent intervals. NEW STICKERS OUT Design Most Elaborate in Nation, Say ASUSF Heads Have you gotten yours yet? What? Why, the new stickers, of course. The topic of undertone conversation in the back rows of the classrooms, the corridors and halls, the lounge, and the rear rank at "R. O." drill has become a reality. Streamlined as a transcontinental transport and as colorful as the life of the early Don they portray, the brand new ASUSF stickers appeared this morning for general distribution among the student body. "Two stickers free to every man in possession of a student body card," keynoted the debut of these gummed alma mater windshield posters. The student body has been asking for a long, long time for new "smoother" stickers to replace the antiquated discs that now grace the windshields of many a Don's "crate." With their appearance today, a request has been made that all old stickers be replaced over the week-end so as not to have two separate types extolling the grandeur of USF to San Franciscans and out-of-state fair-goers. The new stickers bear the words "University of San Francosco" and "Dons," and are said to be readable at a much greater distance than the old green and gold circles. On the top is emblazoned a golden horse with a green-cloaked rider. In bold green type "University of San Francisco" is bannered under the mounted Don and a scroll, with "The Dons," the USF shield and the date of the founding of the University completes the lower portion. The outstanding feature of this new sticker lies in the fact that there is no solid background, each letter being already cut out. This was done to make the words and insignia stand out at a greater distance than the older stickers. Collector in Third Year of Publication Articles on Varied Scientific Subjects of Value By FRANK COURTNEY The current issue of the Wasmann Collector appeared on the campus last week, completing its third year of publication and its first printed volume. The articles included carry out the policy of the journal of publishing scientific papers of permanent value. Preference is given USF research workers but contributions from other scientists are also welcomed. That the goal of a real scientific journal is being achieved through this policy is shown by the recognition already received from several scientific centers such as the Smithsonian Institution, which has requested that it receive the "Collector" in exchange for their technical publications. The articles in this number of the "Collector" include one by Frank Gasparini, who reports on the results of two years' work on his senior research problem. This is a study of the embryology of the drone fly. The figures drawn by Mr. Gasparini are a step forward over previous issues in which no articles have been illustrated. Dr. and Mrs. Kessel have compiled their relatives, in which the maggots a list of the fungi, mushrooms and of certain small flies live and feed. This is based on much original work. Harold Bischoff, a former USF biologist, in his article on "Individual Variations in Response to Drugs," writes on a subject which he has investigated for several years. Dr. Walter Lamments, formerly of the University of California Institute of Technology, now plant geneticist for the Armstrong Nurseries, is the originator of many new and improved varieties of garden plants. In his article, he describes a few of his difficulties involved in scientific plant breeding. He uses roses as an example and lists the goals to be attained when the obstacles are surmounted. Dr. Robert. C. Miller, director of the California Academy of Sciences, relates the history of that institution for readers of the "Collector." He points out that it dates back almost to the time of the Gold Rush, 18S3, and despite many adversities has, like San Francisco, advanced through the years to an outstanding position in the world. Weekly Poll by Foghorn Editors New Feature in Foghorn On Timely Subjects Student opinion on various topics of national interest will be gathered and announced through the columns of The Foghorn as a continuous policy, if present plans materialize. A weekly poll upon subjects determined by the editors will be conducted by the entire staff of The Foghorn. Members of the staff will canvass a wide cross-section of the entire student body, and will combine their reports in a single article, which will then be published in the paper. "We admit that this is nothing new under the sun," commented Noel O'Brien, associate editor, "but we believe that there is a definite place for such a series of surveys at USF. Other schools, some of them strongholds of crackpot opinions, publish their ideas regularly and in wide circles. Here, where thought comes first, we have just as much of a right, and perhaps something of a duty, to circulate our opinions upon important subjects." The plan, completed this week, will be under the administration of Frank Courtney, news editor, and will begin to function with this issue. War First Topic Selected for next week's topic has been the debatable question, "Would you fight if a war were declared tomorrow?" The many variations and distinctions of this question are included in the discussion. This question was discussed in an article in a national magazine this week, and the conclusion was that college youth would refuse to fight in a war on other soil than our own. PLAYERS' PROTEGES|University Plays Host To Visiting Seniors of Bay Area High Schools In a romantic mood, Hugh Malley, as Eric Fenton in "Death Takes a Holiday," discussed the merits of the language of flowers with Agnes- Marie Lyman, who played the Princess Marie, and Margaret Mahoney, who appeared as Rhoda Fenton in the current Players' production. ii » QUI Players Brilliant in Death Takes Holiday Technical Direction and Clever Performances Acclaimed by Audiences ByTHE PLAYGOER "Death Takes a Holiday" is in itself a masterpiece of dramaturgy. Under the superb direction of James J. Gill and the vivid acting of his College Players it became a beautiful interpretation of a beautiful theme, when the Little Theatre curtain rose on it Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. It is long since Players' audiences have had the privilege of seeing so masterful a production from every point of view. A well constructed and intelligently balanced setting, with cleverly shaded lights and shadows, contributed much to the atmosphere demanded by this type of play. But the balancing of the cast and the splendid individual performances all pointed in perfect harmony toward a single end, constitute the greatest single triumph achieved by Director Gill among a multitude of triumphs. Coenen Scores The play starts slowly, a trifle too slowly, and the first ten minutes serve to introduce the characters and to create atmosphere. It is here, as elsewhere in brief scenes throughout the play, that the fine histrionic temperament, the polished dramatic genius of Al Coenen, playing the wickedly old Baron Cesarea, appears to best advantage. Al O'Dea, the veteran performer who was called forth from the exile of graduation to portray Death, brought to the part all of the savoir faire and the underlying element of the sinister with which it is imbued. Always at ease, O'Dea moved calmly and with deadly smoothness through the varying scenes of the play. His transitions from one emotional state to another, although rapid, are almost unnoticeable until they have been completed—sure sign of the finished actor. Ray O'Brien, as the aristocratic Duke Lambert, plays a difficult role with a finesse which he had not hitherto attained. It is O'Brien's sympathetic interpretation and his perfectly timed reactions which heighten his portrayals. Those reactions, by the way, are some of the best in the play, and show careful study of the entire play. Here, as in none of his other appearances to date, O'Brien has acted with a tempered repression which is best fitted for his type of acting. George Whelan, as the fiery and love-torn Corrado, continues his string of dramatic successes upon this stage. Whelan. who is possessed of a well molded physique and handsome features, in addition to a flair for emotional acting, is destined for greater heights in the acting business as time goes on. A Playgoer's prediction. Marie Steder, as the blase Alda, plays capably, and her reactions to the prince's attentions in the second act are among the outstanding reactions of the show, until their climax, at which time they relapse into something which, although it is adequate, is not what her previous brilliance promised. On the whole, however, Miss Steder's introduction to Players' audiences was a pleasing one. We shall see more of her. It is not within the memory of this reviewer than an aristocratic dowager has been played with the refined gentility given to the role of the duchess by Mary Mac- Gowan. Although never a flashy actress, Miss MacGowan gives the type of support which lends stability and a touch of the professional to Gill shows. Agnes-Marie Lyman, the most improved actress in the Players' fold, earns even more plaudits for her outstanding performance as the princess than she did as the defendant in "The Night of January 16." Her acting in the final scenes of the play surpass anything done by an actress on the Little Theatre stage since the days when Bobbe Trefts graced Players' productions. "Discovery" Praised Matching accomplishment with accomplishment with Miss Lyman was petite Eileen Campbell, who made her debut here as Grazia. No stage can conceivably boast a more spiritual and self possessed type than Miss Campbell. Her role, a rare and extremely difficult type, was portrayed as it was written by the author, with precisely the right touches at precisely the right places. Margaret Mahoney is charmingly efficient as Rhoda Fenton. She is especially good in the second act dialogue with Death. Hugh Malley returns to Players' shows again as Eric Fenton. Malley is easily the smoothest actor on the stage. His easy self possession, his clipped diction, and his urbane manner proclaim him as a natural actor who has been depriving us of his talents for lo, these many years. James Herning, Barbara Spedick and John Monroe appear briefly and capably. The touches they add to the play make of it a complete masterpiece. Without their presence an indefinable something would have been missing. The Little Theatre orchestra, under the direction of David Marchus, performed with more than their usual finesse in a variety of selections. Given an audience devoid of the ignorant and unappreciative boors who spoiled parts of the show for the rest of those attending, "Death Takes a Holiday" was the most tenderly moving play presented here in James J. Gill's "decade of drama." Varied Program Planned for Visitors Open House is the order for the Hacienda of the Dons today, as the University welcomes the High School Seniors of San Francisco in the annual Visitors' Day. Prepared for the visitors is a program of inspection, entertainment and refreshment. Immediately after enrolling, visitors were to be received in the University Little Theater, where they were to be welcomed by Father President and other executive officers of the University. Speakers were to include Father President, Student Body President Peter Sexton, and Head Coach George Malley. At the conclusion of this short program, they will be turned over to the official guides to be conducted through the University. Throughout the day all lecture classes and laboratories will be open to the visitors. They may enter and listen to the lectures, or examine the scientific equipment. Among other places of interest to be inspected by the high school seniors are the Library, Student Chapel, Field House, R. O. T. C. Armory, Loyola Lodge, and the Student Lounge. Refreshments Refreshments will be served the visitors at noon-time. This will take place either in the Student Lounge or in the College Cafeteria. Feature of the day will be a regulation football game between two teams selected from among members of the 1939 Don Varsity and climaxing spring practice. The game is scheduled for early in the afternoon, with most of George Malley's first string stars expected to see action. Site of the contest will be USF Stadium, Parker at Turk. "Visitors' Day has become an honored tradition on the Hilltop," declared Executive Secretary Joseph Rock. Student Leaders Participate in Exercises Don President To Be Honored Annual Celebration to Be Held Tuesday Featuring a day of track, field and boxing events, one of the traditional student functions of the University of San Francisco will take place next Tuesday on the college field. Preceded by a Mass at 9, the events will comprise interclass and interorganization tournaments as well as individual athletic displays. The event, which honors the president of the University, is an annual function embracing athletic displays from representative student groups. Track Events Featured in the track and field events under the direction of John Guinee are the interclass medley, pentathlon, 50-yard dash, 100-yard dash, 440, 100-yard hurdles, and the mile run. Each class will have a team represented in each event, with first, second and third places counting for points. An organization relay, consisting of a 440-yard dash with four men from each organization, an athletic relay, an 880-yard run with four men from each sport, a baseball throw for distance, a football punt for distance, a football throw for accuracy, a drop kick for accuracy and the president's race, a 440-yard dash, round out the athletic events. Boxing Exhibition Following the track and field contests, an exhibition of boxing in each of the weight divisions, under the direction of Al White, will take up the remainder of the afternoon. The sound truck of the Associated Oil Company will be on hand to inform the students of the results of the races. Medals will be awarded the winners of each event, and trophies will be given to the winning teams. Lunch in the cafeteria will be provided for all the contestants and spectators. Because of a faculty dinner previously arranged to honor the president, there will be no night show as of former years. Under the direction of Joseph Rock, newly appointed Executive Secretary of the University, the annual Visitors' Day is scheduled for today beginning at 9:30 a.m. This day is a tradition on the Heights, the day on which the University of San Francisco plays host to the high school seniors of San Francisco. Among the high schools participating in today's program are Saint Ignatius, Sacred Heart, Saint Peter's, Mission, Lowell, Saint James, Polytechnic, Commerce, Galileo, Balboa, and George Washington. Preparations for Visitors' Day were made by the Speakers' Bureau of the Varsity Debate Squad, and by the newly organized University Publicity Bureau, acting in conjunction, each in its own specific sphere. Invitations During the past week members of the Speakers' Bureau have journeyed to the various high schools of the city to deliver the University's invitation to the high school seniors to come to inspect its facilities, its courses and its traditions of eighty- four years. Supplementing the work of the Speakers' Bureau, short articles have been placed in several of the high school publications by Dick Blake, Foghorn sports editor, and John Forde, athletic publicity manager, announcing the program and its design. The purpose of Visitors' Day is to acquaint the members of this year's high school graduating classes with the standards, facilities and educational work of San Francisco's own University. The seniors are invited for an inspection tour of the campus and its educational, research, athletic, and recreational facilities. Committee Named The committee appointed to escort the visitors through the University is headed by Student Body President Peter Sexton, and includes James Madden, William Carberry, Norton Herold, John Guinee, Thomas Rice, Steve Esposto, James Mace, Daniel Dinneen, Cliff Jensen, Dave Marchus, Laurie O'Toole, Robert Horner, Ernest Emmons, John Sullivan, Owen Brady, Frank Lawson and Berch Dougherty. A varied program has been arranged, detail of which will be discussed in another article. Assisting Mr. Rock in making the arrangements is Phil Hanley. Both have requested the complete cooperation of both faculty and student body in lending aid to the guests. Alumni to Gather for Homecoming Day Instituting what may become a USF tradition, the first annual Alumni Barbecue will be staged on the campus Saturday afternoon, May 6. The barbecue is expected to draw a group of 2,500 alumni to this great "Homecoming Day" for Don grads old and new, according to Joe Rock, newly appointed Alumni Secretary and Public Relations Director. "Homecoming Day" is the first step towards forming a more unified body of the USF Alumni and drawing them in unison with the ASUSF. If a success, the day will be held on the campus each year. Invitations have been sent to all grads for many years back. The affair is exclusively for the Alumni. A new barbecue pit has been constructed for the day. Special Edition In honor of Father William J. Dunne, S. J., President of the University, a special President's Day edition of The Foghorn will be issued next Tuesday morning. Early distribution of the paper will be made, to enable students to follow the program of events and to acquaint themselves with the traditions surounding each of them, according to J. C. Laboyteaux, circulation manager. |
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