Ii fit' I N 1 1W GYMmASUM New Building Will Include Swimming Pool, 5,400 Lockers and 55 Shower Baths Plans for the enlarging of Water-] mnan gymnasium have been completed by Mr. James H. Marks, superintend-; ent of buildings and grounds. The condition of the annual budget forced the regents to lay it aside for the present, but as soon as the financial rclnition of the university warrants, the plans will be approved and work will be begun upon the additions to the building. The new portion of the structure ' will be built of red brick with stone trimmings and a slate roof. It will be made as nearly fire-proof as pos- silie, and the general appearance of the building will be greatly improved. The new main entrance will be on the south side, directly across from the medical building. There will be a Broad flight of steps 'leading up to the first floor, with a convenient en- > trance to the locker rooms and swim- ming pool immediately below. According to the new plans, there wil1 be 5,000 lockers and at least 55 shwer baths. The swimming pool will be 75 feet long by 30 wide. It will be xocated at the west end, while there will be four handball courts at the east end of the basement floor. In addition to the offices of the di- rector and physical trainer, the Ath- letic association will have its head- quarters in the building. BOOK JOTK READING FOR BETTER RELATIONS WITH OUR LATIN-AMERICAN NEIGH- .BORS.-By Robert Bacon. --Pub- lished by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. One part of the work carried on by the Carnegie Endowment for Inter- national Peace is that of improving the enmmercial relations of the United States and the South American coun- tri es. From time to time experts and representative men from the United States are sent to visit the countries below the isthmus and work in the in- terest of better mutual understanding. This is the report of the latest trip made for that purpose. The Honor- able Robert Bacon, formerly Secretary of State and Ambassador to France, is th" author of this report, and the re- sults of his visit, made in the summer and fall of 1913, have been highly beneficial. Since the. official visit of Secretary Root in 1906 nothing has been done that can boast of equal re- sults in the way of cementing political and commercial friendship between the two continents. Besides Mr. Bacon's interesting and detailed account of the trip the vol- ,nie contains an explanatory inter- view reprinted from the New York Evening Post, an editorial from the American Journal of International Law, and seven appendices in which are translations of the speeches made by the visitors and their hosts as well as of monographs published and dis- tributed in Latin America.-L. S. T. GOVERNMENT FINANCE IN THE UNITED STATES. - By Professor Plehn. This book, written by a professor in the University of California, is one of the National Social Science series. The first part is devoted to the de- velopment of the idea that the expen- ditures of the United States govern- ment are gradually outrunning gov- ernmental income; and that since the sphere of governmental activities is constantly on the increase, the ques- tion of the raising of the money to beep pace with governmental expendi- ture is one of the utmost importance. Dr. Pleuh suggests a state income tax and a restricted use of the budget system as a possible means of raising the money. In view of the fact that the author ws formerly opposed to the incon tax in all its forms, it is interesting to note the reasons that Next Monday evening's grand opera premiere at the Garrick theatre in Detroit is rich in promise, and if the reputation which has preceded the San Carlos Grand Opera company be sustained, the week will be rich in results. The opera event is without doubt one of the most important musical events of the season and judging from the list of artists who will perform, the tastes of all music lovers should be satisfied. Some of the artists who are to perform are as follows: Mmne. Edvige Vaccari, Mary Kaestner, Man- uel Salaer, Guiseppe Agostini, Angelo. Antola, Alesandro Modesti and Mlle. Margerita Pezzatini. Among the operas to be produced during the week are: "Aida," "Rigo-9 letto," "Pagliacci," and "Il Trovatore." "September Morn," the musical comedy which recently enjoyed such marked success in Chicago, will play at the Majestic theatre for three days, commencing tomorrow night. The play is one full of humor and quick wit. The music is of the catchy, snappy kind that is sure to please. Among the song hits are, "Everybody's Tango Crazy," "In Berlin," and "The Sun Shade Girl." The cast, which in- cludes many cute chorus girls with attractive voices, is exceptionally well- balanced. Over 25 members of the company take part in the play. No more strange and thrilling story was ever written than "The Family Strain," adapted from "The Widow Lerouge," which is shown at the Ma- jestic theatre today. The plot of the play deals with the murder of a strange woman, the Widow Lerouge, who is found dead one morning in her home, from which certain papers have been stolen. A decidedly intricate detective story is the outcome of this. It involves many complications at first unfore- seen and the final unravelling leads to many surprising occurrences. The play is produced so as to be intensely interesting and the audience is con- tinually held in suspense awaiting the outcome of some exciting inci- dent. r*Lx.ms'rxC FEATvUIZEssCORPORATION 4 lWICIA &a BNDNLL. Mr. and rs. Vernon Cast Whom Everybody Knows will be at DEwrAYTi. MIC-D. Nov. 29, 1915. S. A. Mogn, Arcade Amusement Co., An Arbor, M ichigan. :Dear Sir: Your letter at nand and would state that our price for the six-reel picture, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Castle in "THE WHIRL OF LIFER is $75.00 a day. We want to state that we have an offer from Ann Arbor for this picture, but I.have been instructed to write you first regarding same. This picture played to nearly 50,000 people at theMajestic Theatre, Detroit, and is a knockout. We have some open time in fecember and request the favor of a prompt reply for the reasons above stated. Thanking you for your inquiry, we are Yours very truly, MAESTIC FEATURs CORP. Rs"/O Monday, December 20th The"The WhSIX PARTS An Interesting Play, Introducing All The Latest Popular Dances S PE C IAL M U S IC Also CHAPLIN in "SHANGHIED" TWO PARTS ADMISSION, 20 CENTS Why Twenty Cents ? A great many people have the idea that films cost the exhibitor about $5.00 a day. The let- ter hereon explains the 20c. The features are really worth 25c to 50c 159 JEFFERSON AVENUE 'SCOND rIIA)O" TrZL&pIRo-, MAIN. 28' U I FRONT VIEW OF WATERMAN GYMNASIUM AS IT WILL APPEAR AFTER REMODELLING 7 -f _ _' l ; t* -, t/_ Sa ' -- I CITY NEWS -I1 E Slippery Sidewalks Cause Accident Mrs. I. W. Byres, a State Grange delegate from Iron Mountain, was the victim of the perilous sidewalks when she fell near the Allenel Hotel Fri- day afternoon, breaking her leg just below the knee., She was carried into the hotel where she and her husband were making their headquarters, and a physician was called. He succeeded in setting the broken member so that they were able to proceed home that evening. Vagrants Flood City Jail Chief of Police Frank Pardon was busy yesterday afternoon rounding up] vagrants who have been accumulat- ing in the city during the past week. He was especially busy in the vi- cinity of the ice house, and succeeded in picking up eight knights of the road. When they were brought to the police station, after leaving several cans of steaming mulligan behind, it developed that they we.re all, to the man, on their way home to spend the holidays. The chief not wishing to break up the Christmas pilgrimage, decided to allow them three hours to get out of the city, or the alternative of putting up at the city jail for 10 days. New York Waiters to (ao On Strike New York, Dec. 18.-Almost all of the union workers employed south of Fourteenth street have been ordered to go out on strike tomorrow accord- ing to an official of Local No. 1, of the Hotel and Restaurant Employees In- ternational Alliance and Bartenders' International League of America. GOOD TIME FOR ILLINOIS MEN Entertainnment and Eats to Feature Trip Rome in Special Car Entertainment and eats will fea- ture the good times that will be had by Illinois men when they go home in their special car on the Michigan Central at 1:17 o'clock Tuesday. Roy D. Lamond, '17, chairman of the en- tertainment committee, has arranged for mandolin, guitar and ukelele mu- sic, and a number of vocal selections will be rendered on the trip. An at- tempt is being made to get a piano inside the car. Humorous songs are being arranged to liven the dead mo- nents. Doughnuts, smokes and cider will be furnished in plenty and every ef- fort is being made to rid the trip of weariness. The committee appointed to have charge of the refreshments is as follows: E. K. Marshall, '17E, chairman; H. C. Otis, '18, Norman Ibsen, '18E, L. W. Page, '19E. SENDS LETTER TO PRES. WILSON OPPOSING MILITARY TRAINING President A. W. Harris, of North- western university, has recently sent a letter to President Wilson in which he opposes military training in col- lege. President Harris frankly stated that military training in the college was of no practical value unless the gov- ernment made provision to use the men. No preference was given to college men in the Spanish-American war, and they had to enlist as priv- ates although there was a great need for trained men. According to President Harris, to be effective, military training should include a study of strategy, sanitation, artillery and automobiles. It should Student Operated on for Appendicitis R. A. Yerington,'14E, was operated on for appendicitis at the University hospital yesterday morning. For a while after the operation his condi- tion was regarded as critical, but early this morning he was reported to be out of danger. Clover Leaf Rns St. Louis Special A Christmas train to St. Louis will be run by the Clover Leaf. Reserva- tions must be in by Monday morning. For information call James C. Hayes, telephone 799-M, or Moss W. Amis, The Inn Keeper. A new booklet by Mr. Lloyd C. Douglas, acceptable holiday gift, published and for sale by the James Foster House of Art. Price 15 cents. edtdec21 NEBRASKA UNIVERSITY HAS $1,000,000 FOR BUILDINGS Lincoln, Neb., Dec. 18.-A million dollars for buildings under construc- tion or authorized show that the Uni- versity of Nebraska is making stren- uous efforts to become "a greater uni- versity." Over a mile of blueprints for the new chemistry buildings at Omaha indicates the scope of the work. Go to C. H. Major & Co, for wall- paper, paints, oils, varnishes, etc. Phone 237. edtdec21 In future all cars stop at Goodyear's Drug Store.'tt Always see The Ann Arbor Press for your printing if you want quality. Press Bldg., aynard street. Plone No.1 (*)yad teePhn To Pick Rhodes Scholar December 30 'The Rhodes scholar from the state of Michigan will be chosen by the Board of Selection on December 30. The board consists of five members: President Harry B. Hutchins, Dean J. R. Effinger, the chief justice of the state supreme court, and the presi- dents of Alma and Hope colleges. Adelphli Picks Debating Candidates At the preliminaries held in the Adelphi House of Representatives last night the following men were chosen as Adelphi candidates for the Mid- West debating teams: J. R. Simpson, '18; I. Toplon, '17; 0. J. Watts, '18; M. Daley, '16; F. Magruder, '18; Y. R. Altsheler, '17; W. E. Olds, '16. For papering, tinting or decorating of any kind, go to C. H. Major & Co., 203 E. Washington St. edtdec2l GiftsatalPie FOR HIM FOR HER Stick Pins Ivory Goods Cuff Buttons Leather Goods RIManicure reSets Signet Rings Toilet Sets Cigarette Cases Jewel Boxes Tie Clasps Hand Bags Watches Leather Novelties CuGlassg Watch Fobs and Chains Brass & Copper Novelties Bracelets S1moker's SetsBar Pins Tobacco Jars Pendants Leather Goods Necklaces HALLER JEWELRY COMPANY STATE STREET JEWELERS he assigns for this change of atti- About 8,000 waiters will answer the not be a military drill but a practical tude. The chief one seems to be that call. training. it has succeeded in Wisconsin, ands that, as a tax, it is not at all diffi-' Arrest Clerk in Allies' Stronghold Ambassador's Appointment Confirmed cult to administer.I I New York, Dec. 18.-The ramitica- J Washington, Dec. 18.-The Senate Coming at a time wvhen the question tions of the German secret service led this afternoon confirmed the nomina- of an adequate revenue for the vast today directly to the National City tion of Henry P. Fletcher to be the increase proposed in the army and Bank. the banking institution in which new American ambassador to Mexico. navy is assuming great proportions, is deposited the greater part of the and in view of the increased atten- funds of the allies, set apart for the J-Hop Committee Holds Last Meeting.) tion which is being paid to the inconm purchase of munitions of war. Fred- The J-Hob committee will hold its tax. this book is extremely intleretilg. erick Schleindle, a clerk in the For-! last meeting before the Christmas holi- ign department of the National i'ty days at 8::00 o'clock this afternoon at Pood Printing-The Ann Arbor Press. Bank, was arrested. the Union. 1 FT CARDS FURNISHEDn F GIFT CARDS FURNISHED rOFFLET'S Newsstand egezine ubscriplions R In s5GillsIIO EAST WASHINGTON