THE WEAHR PARTLY CLOUDY AND COOLER A* 4ij 4t gall t :43 tlx -_ . . ASSOCIATED PRESS DAY AN)D NIGHT' WIRE SERVICE i I I VOL. XXIX. No. 87. ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 1919. PRICE THREE CENTS AMERIGAN PARTY ORGA9NIZED:s TO GET FACS ON RUSSIA COMMITTEE COMPOSED OF MANY PROMINENT AMERICAN EDITORS SOVIETS SAID TO HAVE SOLUTION OF PROBLEMS Lenine Ready to Redeem Loans and S C6nfuine Activities to Reconstruction New York, Jan. 27.-Organization of the "Truth About Russia" com- mittee by a number of American publicists was announced here ta- night, acompanied by a statement de- claring that the Soviet government in Russia is governing that coupL try "in an orderly fashion; and have a solution of the Russian problem " Many Prominent Editors The committee includes Alden Johnson, an editor of The New Re- public Henry R. Mussey, Albert J. Nock and William McDonald, ed of the Nation; Paul Kellog, editor of the Survey; Martin Johnston. Harold Sterius and Robert Lovett, editors of the Dial; Frank P. Walsh, former ber of the war labor board; Jane Addams, of Hull house, Chicago, and Amos Pinchot. Purpose to Gather Information Its purpose is explained "as an American movement" to gather au- thentic information on Russian af- fairs and in general to attempt to present, to American public opin- ion, as accurate a picture as it is possible to obtain of the present status of the Russian revolution. Lenine Ready to Reconstruct The Soviet government has never been pro German they say and Le- nine is a leader of "the more moder- ate section," who has been prepared to conciliate with the western pow- ers by redeeming the Russian loans and confining his activities to ef- forts towards internal reconstruction. His influence in the government is declared to be the dominating one as compared with that of Trotzky, who in contrast with Lenine "advocates class war throughout the world. The action of the Peace congress in Paris in inviting all political fac- tions in Russia to the conference, is indorsed. LIEUT. J. KENNED Y HERE ON WAY HOME Lieut. James A. Kennedy, ex-'20, who - enlisted in the air service in Nov., 1917, passed through Ann Arbor last week on his way to his home in Lansing. After his enlistment Kennedy was sent to the University of Texas, where he received his ground school work. He stayed there two months and was sent to Camp Dick at Dal- las, Texas, where he was kept for seven weeks before being transfered to Toliferro field near Fort Worth, Tex. After a stay of seven months at that field he was sent to Garden City, N. Y., to await transportation overseas. Kennedy, after two months of 'watchful waiting," was then sent to San Diego; Cal. He remained there four days and was then discharged. While in the University, Kennedy was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He expects to re-enter school the second semester. Warm Weather Delays Carnival Unless changes of a radical nature take place immediately in weather conditions, the skating carnival which was to have been held January 29, un- der the auspices of the Women's Ath- letic association, will be indefinitely postponed. SKIT FEATURE OF ALL-MEDIC SMOKER With the best All-medic smoker held within the memory of the pres- ent generation, the doctors last night dedicated the new Union building to student use. A carefully prepared program was presented in the big ban- quet room to an audience that includ- ed practically the entire jnedical school. Wm. E. Howes, '19M, presided as toastmaster. Prof. R. B. Canfield spoke of life at a base hospital in France. Other talks were given by Prof. F. G1 Novy, and by C. E. Badg- ley, '19M, Jacob Manting, '20M, N. R. Smith, '21M, and by T .R. Harrison, '22M. Musical numbers were sup- plied by R. R. Dieterle, '21M; the Midnight Sons quartet, of Joseph Palma, '20M; D. F. Kudner, '20M; A. P. Thompson, '21M, and J. S. Kemp, '22M, and a jazz orchestra directed by C. S. Wright, '19M. The feature of the evening was the closing number, a skit written by Ho- race W. Porter ,'19M, and presented by members of the senior class. It was called "The Surgical Diagnos- tic,' 'and was a take-off on the medi- cal faculty. The leads were played by C. S. Nash and H. F. Becker. In addition to the usual smokes, the Union management furnished an ex- cellent luncheon, of fresh cider, doughnuts, cakes, and fruit. NOVELTIES BILLED FOR SPOTLIGHT1VAUDEILLE JAZZ FEATURES WILL BE COM- BINED INTO ONE , NUMBER That Michigan is once more taking a whole-hearted interest in campus affairs was evidenced last night at the tryouts for the Spotlight Vaudeville, to be given Feb. 2 for the benefit of the American University union of Paris. Student actors turned out in full force and a full bill for the show now seems assured. There is however, a dearth of variety and novelty stunts. Musical numbers, on the other hand, promise to furnish a problem to the committee when the final selection is made, probably the latter part of the week. Since several "jazz" orchestras are competing for a place on the pro- gram, it is thought the final choos- ing will result in the consolidation of the various sets into a musical aggre- gation of size unusual for campus en- tertainments. An instructor in the University will probably supply a number on the program, tus furnishing a little pro- fessional competition between stu- dents and faculty. SECRETARY SMITH GOES TO SICK SON AT WEST POINT Reynolds R. Smith, ex-'22, son of Secretary Shirley W. Smith, is critic- ally ill with empyema, according to word received yesterday from West Point military academy where he is a student. His father has been sum- moned to his bedside. Secretary Smith's son contracted the influenza about five weeks ago and it immediately developed into pneu- monia. A few weeks later empyema set in and it was then that his condi- tion became critical. He was operated upon last week and another operation is to be made within the next two days. Smith received a principal appoint- ment to West Point in October and began active service there Nov. 1. Plan Washington Birthday Dance Washington's birthday will be cele- brated at the Union on Friday night, Feb. 21, by an all-campus dance. Shook's orchestra will furnish the nay -,ic ANALYZE SOCALISM '--SELLERS' ADVICE Teacher Should Present Students Dram, Own Theories; Con- clusions1 SOCIALISTIC SOCIETY OFFERS FAVORABLE REASONS ALONE "Socialism should be taught in un- iversities as an objective study, as an analysis of a significant world wide moment and not for the purpose of persuasion," says Prof. R. W. Sellars of the philosophy department of the University. "That is, the teacher should try to present sympathetically the facts and theories of socialism, but should leave the student to draw his own conclusions, believing only that which he intelligently understands and wishes to. The doctrines of so- cialism should be taught just as any other scientific subject - its history and development and principles so that the student may have intelligent reasons for either accepting or dis- agreeing with the movement." Laidler's Statement Partly True In regard to the statement of Harry W. Laidler, secretary of the Intercol- legiate society to the effect that a comprehension of socialism is neces- sary to fit a college student for intel- ligent work of any kind, Professor Sel- lars said that he considered this true only so far as the benefit derived from socialism as a mental training would be of aid. "The society with which Mr. Laidler is connected is naturally a little more radical than any univer- sity institution would be. because it is an independent organization the policy of which is not determined by a college. It was originally started to promote the study of socialism in colleges but now nearly all the large universities teach that subject and it has very little influence among them. Presents Favorable Reasons "The fact of the matter is," conclud- ed Professor Sellars, "that this society tends more to bringing before the stu- dents reasons for the ardent espousal of socialism, whereas we teach the subject just as any other scientific study should be and leave students to adopt its principles or not as they see fit. Tickets Limited for Senior Dance Tickets for the All-senior dance, to be held Feb. 14, will go on sale at 7 o'clock Thursday evening in the Un- ion. This was decided Sunday morn- ing at ameeting of the All-senior dance committee which was held in the old Union building. The price -was set at $2 a couple. Attention is called to the fact that the number of tickets offered is limited, there being provis- ion made for only 100 couples. This is the first All-senior dance ever to be held in the mid-year and if it proves a success, as it promises to be, it will become an annual class affair. WILSON VISITS RUINS AND CEMETERY FOR AMERICAN DEAD Paris, Jan. 27.- President Wilson visited some of the desolated parts of France yesterday afternoon and in- spected the ruined cathedrals and the country about Chateau Thierry and Rheims. The presidential party went over Belleau woods and visited 'the cemetery in which hundreds of Am- erican soldiers and marines are bur- ied. Mrs. Wilson, Rear-Admiral Gray- son and a few American and French officers accompanied the President. Iowa University to Have R. 0. T. C. About 550 men have signed up for military classes in the R.. O. T. C. at' the University of Iowa.I COUNCIL DEIDES THOSE TO REMIN Garrison and Patrolling Force Needed to Guard Against Possible Outbreaks NO DEPARTURE FROM PLANS Tb RETURN MOST AMERICANS Paris, Jan. 27-The committee ap- pointed by the supreme council to consider how many allied and Amer- ican troops shall be kept on the west- ern front, held a meeting today and received reports from experts con- cerning the situation on the Rhine and in Germany. Progress, it is reported was made in cleaning up the situation but much is to be done before the committee is in a position to make a final recom- mendation to the supreme council, concerning the exact number of soldiers of each-nationality shall be required for garrison purposes in Germany and the patrolling of the frontier against any possible out- breaks. The determination of the American war department to return the Amer- ican troops now in Europe to their homes will not be affected by any decisions reached by the committees. There will be no departure from the plan arranged for the return of the troops, allowance having been made in advance for the retention in Ger- many of all American soldiers re- garded as forming a fair quota for the United States. Thursday One Day to 2i1uy Directory This year's students' directory is completed and will be put on sale 'Thursday, Jan. 30. Contrary to the custom of-former years the sale will continue for one day only and copies of the directory can be obtained on the campus only. 'Because of the fact that the sale will take place for one day only, everyone is urged to start out Thurs- day armed with the necessary 50 cents, for people will be stationed at University hall, the engineering arch, and the flag-pole, who will be more than anxious to sell copies of the indispensible directory. Copies may also be bought at the offices of the Michigan Daily. Among the features of the new di- retcory is a revised list of all frater- nity and sorority houses. A list of the students and faculty of the Ypsilan- ti Normal school has also been add- ed to this year's directory. A tele- phone list by streets of the students of this University is included among the innovations. As usual the book will include a complete list of the home and office addresses and telephone numbers of the faculty, a list of campus organi- zations, societies and sectional clubs, and a list of the student publica- tions. A complete and revised list of the students-of this University and of the psilanti Normal school will fill the main part of the directory. New Children's Hospital Opens Soon Formal opening of the new Chil dren's hospital is planned for some time about the third week in Febru- ary after the beginning of the second semester. This building is adjacent to the University Homeopathic hospital, and is expected to accommodate about 70 patients. Dr. Clyde B. Stouffer of the University Healhh service will be the superintendent. Military Drill Favored at Oregon U. Military drill at the University of Oregon, under the auspices of the R. O. T. C., began last week with an %en7 rollment of X50 men. , CLUBS TO LEASE ROOMS IN UNION About 10 representatives of campus societies met yesterday afternoon at the Union to diScuss plans for hous- ing their respective organizations in the new-buildings. No definite deci- siens were reached, as the purpose of the meeting was merely a discus- sion of policy. Three large rooms on the third ,floor have been set aside for use as society rooms, and it is planned to lease these to as many organizations as care to avail themselves of the opportunity. Four or five societies will probably share each room and the rental charges will be apportion- ed among them. A meeting will be held in a couple- of ,weeks and it is hoped at that time to make more definite arrangements. It was stated yesterday that the roms would not be ready for occu- pation until next fall. OPERA AUTHDORDUE TO RIVE HERE THURSDAY EARL MOORE. PLEASED WITH PROGRESS OF SONG WRITING Donal H. Haines, '09, author of the book or the 1919 Union opera, is ex- pected to arrive in Ann Arbor Thurs- day. Mr. Haines vas to have been here last Saturday but was detained on account of illness. He will con- sult with the opera officials and with the cast tryouts. One of Mr. Haines stories, "The Duel," is in the February issue of Everybody's magazine. Even while in the University Donal Haines was an author of considerable reputation, and his later contributions to the leading magazines have been numer- ous. Progress Pleases Earl Moore Earl V. Moore, of the School of Music, who has been in charge of the music for the opera is exceedingly pleased with the progress made by the writers. Although A. J. Gornetsky, '18L, is the only one of the writers who has had previous experience with Union productions, excellent progress has been made. About 75 per cent of the pieces are finished and the others are near completion. The pleasing lyrics and music will afford the cast and chorus fine op- portunities ,for distinctive singing, Mr. Moore asys. Among the selections is a waltz that is, in the opinion of the opera producers, a banner num- ber. "The tunes are all catchy and are sure to be successes," says Mr. Moore. Director Arrives in Two Weeks The director, R Mortimer Schuter, is coming in about two weeks to size up his work and to make final ar- rangements with the opera officials. By that time there will have ,been a cast tryout, so that the director may have an opportunity to talk with the prospective principals of the show. Representative Elect Not Wanted Washington, Jan. 27. - A bill de- signed to prevent Victor Berger, of Milwaukee, representative elect from Wisconsin, from being seated as a member of the house was introduced today by Representative Clark of Florida. Democrat, and referred to the house judiciary committee. He was recently convicted on the espionage act. Report British Take Railway Amsterdam, Jan.- 27.-British forc- es, according to a report received here from Berlin today, have advanc- ed from Baku and occupied the trans Caucausin railway. The report adds that the British also have occupied Peprovsk and Astrakhan, at the mouth of the Volga river. SUPREME COUNCIL TALKS OVER HUN COLONY QUESTION COUNCIL TALKS OF DISPOSITION OF HUN COLONIES IN EAST AND PACIFIC DOMINION AND CHINA DELEGATES HEARD Financial and Economic Discussions Important; Views on Private and Maritime Laws Given (By Associated Press) Paris, Jan. 27. - The supreme council at its meeting this morning laid out a program of work, and the constitution of the committees for economic and financial questions. Questions concerning private and maritime laws also were discussed. Exchange Views on Run Colonies At the afternoon session the ex- change of views on German colonies in the Pacific and the far east were continued. Representatis of the do- minions and of China were heard. Representatives of the powers with special interests met at 3 o'clock this aft ernoon at the French foreign of- fice and appointed members of the mission decided upon at the session of the peace conference on Saturday. Jules Camdon presided. Financial Questions Discussed , The official statement: "The President of the United States, the prime ministers and for- eign ministers of the Allied and Asso- ciated powers and the Japanese rep- resentatives met this morning at the Quai d' Oisay, from 10:30 o'clock to 12:30 and beside a program of wor and the constitution of new commit- tees for economic and financial ques- tions were discussed as well as ques- tions relating to private and mari- time laws. Dominion Delegates Heard The afternoon continued the ex- change of views on the former Ger- man colonies in the Pacific and far east. The representatives of the do- minions and China were heard. The next meeting will take place tomorrow at 11 o'clock. ADELPHI SOCIETY HAS FEATURE BILL Peppy mandolin music, extemporan- eous speeches, and readings by two of the members will feature the meeting of the Adelphi House of Representa- tives at 7:30 o'clock tonight on the fourth floor of University hall. This is the last meeting of the semester. and plans have been made by the com- mittee ii charge for the finest pro- gram of the year. The Athena Literary society, the women's debating organization has been invited to attend in a body to enjoy the special program. All other persons on the campus who are inter- ested in Michigan's platform activities are urged to be present. LIEUT. J. W. CU IINGS, '21, RETURNS FOR NEXT SEMESTER Lieut. Joseph W. Cummings, '21, has returned to Ann Rrbor and will resume his studies in the literary col- lege next semester. Lieutenant Cum- mings received his training at the Officers' Training Camp held at Fort - Sheridan last summer and was sent to the University of Kansas, where he had charge of a company of Section B men of the S. A. T. C. At the time of the signing of the armistice he had been recommended for transfer to'the 10th division, then at Camp Funston. Lieutenant Cummings is a' member of the Chi Psi fraternity. I Students Directory; One Day Only On Sale Thursday Engineering Arch, Head of Campus One Day Only I 1 "Vfr pole-U- Hall Daily Office Price, 50c