II THE WEATHER PROBABLY RAIN WARNER' Ar 410 vw-qbll :1IAitF ASSOCIATED PRESS DAY AND NIGHT WIRE SERVICE i VOL. XXIX. No. 131. ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 1919. PRICE THREE CENTS "JAPAN TOO PROUD TOACCEPTPLAgCE OF INFERIORITY IN & LEAGUE WITH lCA ICMITIO,-MKN ichigan Cities Take Stand In Favor Of Higher Pay For Teachers LEADERS BELIEVE EFFORTS TO BOOST FACULTY SALARIES WILL MEET WITH SUCCESS; MOVEMENT IS NATION-WIDE JAPANESE WILLING TO COVENANT TO KEEP PEACE 1 _____ JOINT LABORER IMMIGR ANTS NOT ISLAND'S DESIRE Korea Will 4dopt Republican From of Goverment If Freedom is Gained, Says Wang London April 2.-Several hundred persons were killed In further rioting at Franfort-on-the-Nain yesterday ac- cording to a Copenhagen dispatch to the Exchange Telegraph company. The hotels of the citrwere plundered during the disorder. Paris, April 2.-No Asiatic nation could be happy in a League of Nations in which sharp racial discrimination is maintaine, dBaron Makino,head of the. Japanese delegation to the con- ference declared in a statement to the Associated Press today on the position of Japan. Not Too Proud to Fight "We are not too proud to fight," the Baron said, "but we are too proud to accept a place of admitted inferiority in dealing with one or more associate nations. We want nothing but simple justice. "Japan is glad to join a League of - Nations to maintain peace and order," the Baron added. "Japan does not wish," he continued, "to furnish lab- orers as immigrants to any associate country and recognizes that this ques- tion is one for each nation to deal with Itself. Deserves Frank Admission "Japan feels that it is entitled to a frank and open admission by the Al- lies, that the principle of equity and justice is a fundamental pennant of the Leaue of Nations. Japan sees difficulty in the way of a permanent and successful operation of the league," he asserted, "unless the con- tracting parties enter it with mutual respect." Korea to Adopt Republi San Francisco, April 2.-"Korea is certain to adopt a Republican form of governmentin the event she achieves her. desire to become independent of Japan," said the Hon. Wang Ching Wa who arrived here today from China on his way to the Paris peace conferencehto act in the capacity of adviser to the Chinese delegates. "In her'efforts to secure her independence she has the entire moral support of China," said Mr. Wang. "China has no ambitions in th mat- ter of Korea. That she should be- come freed of Japanese dominence only to become subject to China is not our idea of the principle of self de- (Continued on Page Six) HONORARY ENINEEING SOCIETY ELECTSlEIN TAU BETA' P1 PICKS MEN ON BASIS OF SCHOLARSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP Eleven members of the junior engi- neering class have been elected to membership in Tau Beta Pi, national honorary engineering fraternity. They are as follows: G. R. Anderson, C. 0. Barton, G. E. Campbell, J. M. Darbaker, C. R. Ford, J. E. Goodwillie, B. Douglas, M. F. Gardner, C. T. Hogan, C. W. Huff, F. H. Taylor These men are selected uon a basis of scholarshp and goodfellowship by the University of Michigan branch of the organization, which includes in its membership 29 chapters. Tau Beta Pi selects members at its spring election from among the up- per eighth of the junior class, as view- ed from a scholastic basis. At the succeeding fall election, other mem- bers are chosen from the upper fourth of the senior class. JUNIOR GIRLS SCORE' GREAT HIT 'IN"OD (By h1rgierite Clark) "Gold" was the name of the Jilor Girls' play, written by Pauline Bene- dict-Fischer, '20, given in the Whitney theater last evening, and it was pure gold from beginning to end. There was no star role for it was an all-star cast. The play began with a one hundred percent staging of a woodland scene, Fixette, Queen of Sprites, Myrna Goodrich, and her band of fairies flitting here and there in enchanting and rhythmic dance. Margaret Jewell, as Eve Templeton, queen of vamps, later gave unmistak- able evidence that she is well versed in that art. Ruth Abbott, as Fluffy, a dancing girl, captivated onlookers. Devil Present The Devil was there, too, in Harriet Woodworth, and, as she said herself, she was "just a devilish little devil." The leading men's parts were taken by Helen Cady, as Jim; Grace Hall, as Harry, a dancing man, and Anna Noble, as Silas, a country chap. One of the best features was "The Syncopated Soldier Man" chorus led by Sue Verlenden as General Issimo. Credit Due Prof. Brunim Considerable credit for the success- ful production of the play must be given to Prof. John R. Brumm, who directed the rehearsals and perform- ance, and also to Laura Peocock, who was general chairman. RED CROSS OPENS LAST ORIVE FOR OLD CLOTHES Due to the recent agitation for higher wages for teachers. throughout the state, the appointment committee receives notices daily of towns and ci- ties who have taken a stand for a sal- ary of $1,000 at least for their women teachers." Grand Ledge, a city of 3,300 popu- lation, has established a minimum wage of $1,050 for high school teach- ers. Allegan has advanced the sal- aries of their grade teachers $250. This tendency on the part of a few progressive cities is -ontrasted with the general wages pai to a normal or university graduate, which runs be- tween $800 and $900. The appointment committee has re- ceived statistics from women teach- ers which show actual conditions. Thirteen teachers living in a city of 18,000 estimated their minimum ex- penses as follows: board, room and laundry, $468; clothing, $313.45; mis- cellaneous, $86; making a total of $867.45. This does not include say- iugs, contributions or debts. The Michigan State Teachers' asso- ciation is trying to impress the state that unless better wages are paid, the quality of their teachers will decrease and the educational system will de-' cline. DONATIONS TO BE USED STRICKEN PEOPLE OF EUROPE FORI What is probably the last local Red Cross clothing drive opened in Wash- tenaw county Wednesday. The -cam- paign was set ahead several days in order to get student contributions be- fore spring vacation begins. The drive will be ended when the University re- sumes its session. Thetcampaign comes at a particu- larly timely date, for much clothing which ordinarily would be packed away at this season of the year to suffer the ravages of moths can be used to great benefit now. The con- tributions are to be devoted to the sf- fering poor of Europe. Expect Much "Much is expected from University students in this matter," said Mrs. George W. Patterson, chairman of the publicity committee, Thursday. "We see no reason to expect another cam- paign of this sort, and hence we hope for generous contributions from" the student body. "Due to the short time before vaca- tion it is asked that contributions be made at once." Betwen 2,000 and 3,000 pounds of clothing should come from Uuiver- sity students, she said. The quota for the county is 9,000, but it is hoped at least to double this amount. No Uniforms Needed All kinds of men's, women's, and children's clothing are asked for. However, no uniforms can be received. Men students may leave their con- tributions at the desk in the Union, with Mr. Brown. Women students are requested to leave theirs in the base- ment of Barbour gymnasium. Anyone not able to bring his cloth- ing to these places may get some one to call for his contribution by tele- phoning 2799, the Ann Arbor branch of the Red Cross at 608 E. Williams street, any afternoon. Residents of Ann Arbor will have a chance to contribute clothing to the drive next week. Headquarters will be announced later. HOP DECRATIONS AR[RELLIN PLACE Booth Furniture May Be Arrange1 Starting Thursday A fer- noon MUST BE IN READINESS BY 3 O'CLOCK FRIDAY AFTERNOON Waterman gymansium looked much like it will Friday night, the night of the Hop, when the lights were turned on Wednesday night. No lights above the decorations burned, and all the light came from suspended shades or from lamps on the posts of the fra- ternity booths. Indirect Lighting This system of indirect lighting gives a pink glow to the decorations and throws an illumination about the gymnasium which is sufficient to ren- der all objects plainly visible. Fraternities may start placing the furniture in their booths Thursday afternoon, and this work must be completed by 3 o'clock Friday after- noon. Three strips of colored bunt- ing at the top of the booths will des- ignate the divisions of one from an- other. Punch will be trnished by the Hop committee, but all booths must have a punch bowl, punch glasses, and waf- er trays. The grand march will start promptly at 9 o'clock and those who are late will not be included in the U. of M. which is formed at the con- clusion of the march. Provide for Smokers Arrangements have been made for. a smoking room in the south part of the Waterman gymnasium basement as fire laws prohibit smoking else- where. Gentlemen's check rooms will be situated on the second floor of the Barbour gymnasium, and the ladies' cloak rooms will be in the basement. Flowers are prohibited and they will all be checked at the door. LESS WATER USED BY METERED TAPS From a report based on statistics taken in 300 tities of the country the following important facts were gath- ered in regard to the water meter question, according to the informa- tion given out by Prof. Edwin C. God- dard yesterday. In cities with population similar to Ann Arbor it was noted that with only 25 per cent of the city taps me- tered there was a consumption of 154 gallons per capita each day. In other cities of the same size where 75 per cent of the taps were metered there was a consumption per capita of 58 gallons. These figures show a decrease in water consumption of 100 gallons per capita where the increase in meters used amounted to 50 per cent. Ann Arbor today is averaging 169 gallons per capita each day. This is 98 gallons per capita more than any other city of the group of 300 is us- ing. "These statistics are taken from the water works hand book and should give the citizens of Ann Arbor a very good idea of the present large con- sumption of water in our city. It proves conclusively the amount of water that can be conserved through the use of meters here," said Profes- sor Goddard. UNION CAM PAIGN OPENS IN DETROIT IProminent Alun ni Inspect Unfinished Building; Will Work Until Goal Is Reached CAPTAINS REPRESENT EVERY CLASS WITH LIVING MEMBERS Starting a campaign in Detroit for $100,000 of the $300,000 to be raised for finishing the Union, 43 of Detroit's most prominent alumni inspected the unfinished building standing at the corner of State and South University. Fllowing the inspection, these men had dinner in the assembly room of the Union. President Harry B. Hutch- ins was toastmaster, and several men made speeches upon the undertaking1 of raising the money. Among the men who spoke were Regent James 0. Mur- fin and Mr. Horace Peabody. WorkersAgreed Every man agreed to use his utmost powers to put over the task before them. If the money is not raised, it means that next September the Union will be closed for want of funds. If the money is secured, it means that the students will return next fall to a completed building with the luxu- ries which went long ago planned. This campaign will not stop until the money is raised, according to Homer Heath, secretary of the Union. Last night saw the start of the cam- paigning in Detroit but it began else- where last week. Before the banquet in Ann Arbor, luncheon was kiven by Regent Mur- fin at the Detroit club, swhere.pre- liminary plans were discussed. A special interurban was then hired to bring the men to Ann Arbor and they arrived here at 4 o'clock,leaving at 8:15. All Classes Represented These men were the team captains and represent practically every class or which the members are living. An advance editorial of the April Alum- nus in behalf of the Union was dis- tributed. Efforts are being made to put this campaign forMichigan across in record 'time, and every man of the committee agreed to exert his efforts towards this end. DORMS TO FAVOR 4TH YEAR WOMEN Places vacated by freshman girls at the Martha Cook dormitory are to be filled next year by seniors who have lived in league houses-for three years, the greater majority of whom are putting themselves through college. This is due to the fact that this dor- mitory is to be an upper class house with the standard for entrance based on scholarship and campus activity. The other vacancies in this dormi- tory are to be divided up according to different sections of the country, in order that as many parts of the country and as many schools as possi- ble can be represented. A large number of applications for this house as well as for the Helen M. Newberry residence and Alumnae house have had to be turned down ow- ing to lack of room. Call Opera Rehearsal A special opera rehearsal has been called for 7 o'clock Thursday evening I at the Whitney theater. Costumes will not be worn as it is the scenic effects that need to be gone over. EMPHASIZES PART OF ITALY IN WAR "America and the world in general do not appreciate the great part Italy played in bringing the world war to the rapid and unexpected end that it did. It was after the decisive victory of the Italians over the Austrians last June which upset the German plan for defeating the allies last year, that the tide was turned against the cen- tral powers. The Germans expected the presence of the Austrian troops on the west front after the latter had put the Italians out of the fighting after a quick and decisive blow." The above was the statement made by Professor Charles Upson Clark, di- rector of the American School of Classical Studies at Rome, who has been working for the Italian govern- ment in war work since hostilities be- gan. He has visited the Italian fronts on several occasions and also has been intimately associated with the heads of the government of Italy, so all in- formation given out by him may be! considered strictly authentic. After the speech in which Professor Clark set forth the above facts, slides were shown of various places in the Balkan states and also of many beau- tiful Italian scenes. These were fol- lowed by three moving picture films taken in the mountains where the fighting between the Austrians and Italians took place. These films show- ed the great difficulties the Italians encountered in their fighting which the troops on the western front did not have because the fighting of the latter was done on practically smooth ground, while the former had the steep mountains and large valleys to pass over in their battles. 'MUCHWOOTD MIEN" WILL APPEAR TONIGHT CLASSICAL CLUB'S PLAY OF PLAU- TUS GIVES MUCH PROMISE After numerous dress rehearsals, and constant work to smooth out the rough spots in its play, the Classical club is ready for the performance of "The Much Woo'ed Maiden" to be pre- sented at 8:15 o'clock Thursday in University hall. Given isl Enlsh "The Much Woo'd Maiden," follow- ing a policy adopted last year, will be given in English, the version used being an adaptation of TPlautus' come- dy, "Casin."" The club has followed this plan in order that the work of this old master may become more fa- miliar to the student of today, and the English version was considered attractive to a wider audience. Action centers about the households of Lysidamus and his son, Euthynicus, nian gentlemen. The love element is introduced through the competition of Lysidamsu and his on, Euthynicus, for the hand of Casina, a supposed slave girl of the former's wife. The trials and tribulations which beset Lysidamus, especially those raised by his irate wife, form the background for a play of humor which shows Plautus at his best. Contains "Punch" In many' places, moralities of a questionable nature in the present day have had to be removed, but the re- moval of these and the insertion of new portions have given George D. Wilner, grad, who is directing the play, opportunities to transfer the ''punch'' of the play to that part which is being used. Playing in the role of Lysidamus will be seen W. Keith Chidester, '20, who was the leading character in last year's production of "Phormio." Sup- porting him, as an irate wife, will be Elizabeth B. Oakes, '20. Gladys Turn-I bull, '22, carries the part of Casina, the beautiful slave girl. CLAIMS MICHIGAN HAS ALWAYS BEEN RATED LOW IN SAL- ARIES PAID RAISE PROPORTIONATE TO LIVING COST ASKED Practically no Change in Scale Since 1908 In Spite of Greater Living Expense With the favorable report of the legislative committee concerning an increased scale of pay for University faculty men, the measure of an ap- propriation for $350,000 to be used in such channels goes before the Michi- gan legislature to be voted upon with all other such budget matters dur- ing the present session. Prospects Good Prospects are good that the report of the committee will be passed as presented by the educational members, and although it is difficult to prophesy, leaders supporting the movement be- lieve that, unless untoward circum- stances arise, their efforts will be suc- cessful. It is remarked that within the past month the Yale corporation has adopt- ed a raise in the salary scale, repre- senting a 25 per cent increase over the existing .scale of salaries for in- structors, and a $500 increase over the normal scale for assistant professors. The policy provides the following sal- aries: instructors, first year, $1;250; second year, $1,500; third year, $1,750; fourth year, $2,000; assistant profes- sors, first appointment, $2,500; second, $3,000; third, $3,500. Those who agree in a similar pol- icy, for the faculty members of the University, urge, as an especial point, that Michigan has always been rated low among the leading universities of America in the rank of institutions, paying salaries to professors. In 1908 Michigan stood 21 in a group of 27 leading colleges, in the amount of salaries paid to professors, and 20 in salaries of assistant professors. Since that time there has been prac- tically no change in the scale, and although in many cases the cost of living has soared 100 per cent since then, and notwithstanding the steady rise in prices, due both to the ab- normal conditions before the war, and afterward to the war, the pay of the professor has remained the same. Movement Widespread In all parts of the country, during the last month or so, there has been activity to increase the pay of all teachers, irrespective of grade or rank. Mr. Chadsey, who resigned the superintendency of the public schools of Detroit, to accept the leadership of the Chicago public school system, ad- vocated, among his first announce- ments of policy, a minimum wage of $1,000 per year for high school teach- ers. At the last meeting of the Na- tional Education association, recently held in Chicago, where the heads and representatives of educational institu- tions of the entire country convened to discuss the vital problems con- fronting the nation today among the chief issues discussed, was the in- crease of teachers' salaries to a scale proportional to the cost of 'living to- day. STUDENT COUNCIL HOLDS IM- PORTANT MEETING THURSDAY A special meeting of the Student council will be held at 7 o'clock Thursday evening in the new Union building. Important business requires the presence of all members. iI I- ANNOUNCE TICKET SALE Tickets will be on sale for the J-Hop performance of "Come On, Dad," from 4 to 6 o'clock Thursday at the Union, and at 10 o'clock Friday at the Whitney theater. rE I Tickets at Busy Bee Reservations TODAY The MuchW A comedy adapte All Seats Reserved, 35c and 50c d from t 3'd Maiden he Latin Corridor, University Hall UNIVERSITY HALL Thurs. Evening Univ.Hall 8:15