Classical Study in Japan Formed Foundation of Modern Ne if the of Men's Suits, Hats Caps and Fern ishingsx ... -- ti 1 y IL'f ww ' ' r ation i 5T CL. SSICAIL STI)Y IN JAPAN by Sotokichii Katsuizumi In order to understand the present educational system in Japan, we must trace the history of Japan. As early as the eighth century, A. D., when the influence of Buddhism and Confucian- Sotokichii Katsuizuni, '17, of Tsubata Kaga, Japan, contri- butes the' second of a series of ar ticles by foreign students about some phase of their native lands. State St, Store Nickels Arcade " I , -.a Your Floral Needs= Are BEST SA I SFIED By Us PhONE 115 Cut Flowers Flowering Plant FLOWERS FOR DECORATION ism, were young and vital, the na- tional educational system was firmly established. The great Charlemagne's Ordinance of Education and the founding of Oxford were far later than the foundation of classical edu- cation in Japan. During the time that they cail the golden age of Nara, and Heian, the higher classes of Japanese society studied the Chinese Classics almost exclusively. Many students were sent to study the Chinese civilization and many books and verses were writ- ten in Chinese language as the Euro- pean monastaries in the medevial period wrote theirs in Latin, the most cultured laguage of the lands. All through the age of military su- premacy from the fourteenth century down to the middle of the sixteenth century, the educational idea con- ceived by Buddhism and Confucianism in the previous epoch was somewhat weakened. The priests and very few scholars only were buried in the piles of books under the dim light of wax and plant-seed oil. thought in the passages, as fragments of gold in sand. That is to say, Plato was greatly influenced by his master and Plato was a mouthpiece of his master. In short, classical study in Japan in the pre-restoration period was the foundation of modern Japan. And moderm Japan adds a new western ele- ment to cultivate the coming genera- tion of the nation. SEES SERIOUS MENACE IN SHORTAGE OF COAL Lack of Railroad Cars to Carry Com- modity Reported; None Stored at Mines New Fall Neckwear, Hats and Underwear VARSITY TOGGERY SHOP There are reasons more than one why you should buy a Society Bran d Suit and Overcoat You'll be convinceds we are right when you look these garments over. J. F. uerth o. Next t. Orpheum WE DO TYPEWRITING MULTIGRAPHING MIMEOGR APHIN( Typewrit-rs for sale or rent. 1107 So. Univ. -=COUAINS & hALL 1002 S. UNIV JSiTV AVE. This .Store aias to erve it's PATRONS WELL= To give the best value possible for the lowest price possible is the best service any slore can render. Washington, Oct. 31. - The coal shortage situation today began to as- sume the proportion of a real menace. Reports are reaching Washington from many industrial centers of inability to obtain normal coal supplies. With the greatest industrial activity the country has ever known keeping factories and blast furnaces on 24-hour service, and the railroads facing the greatest traf- fic in their history, an unheard of de- mand has arisen, according to the au- thorities here. Coupled with this immense demand, the railroads with all available facil- ities working at maximum, are facing, according to reports by the interstate commerce commission, the worst car. shortage they have ever experienced. As an aggravation of the situation the mines have a tendency, according to coal experts of the United States geological survey, to limit their pro- duction to the capacity of the car- riers which haul the coal from their mines. Practically no coal, it was as- serted, is stored at mines to await transportation. Hamilton Bsiess Colleg Standard flexible arm Study t imp - For short time only W s ht73aw Electri Sop hone 73200 Washlng;o ii t. 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MAKERS Cii ICAL SOCIi"TY PROGRAM GIdlVN TO..16IGT IN HOSPITAL The Clinical society of the Univer- sity has provided an interesting pro- gram for the members at 7:30 o'clock this evening at the medical amphi- theater in the University hospital. Dr. Carl D. Camp, -president of the organi- zation, will preside over the meeting. Refreshments will be served at the internes' home at 9:30 o'clock. Pro'. Parker to Speak in Chicago Prof. John C. Parker, of the depart- ment of electrical engineering, has been invited to give an address early in No- vember before the Bond Salesmen's club of Chicago. His subject will be "The Relation of the Engineer and Banker in Connection With Capitaliza- tion of Public Utilities." Classical Study Begins The peaceful minds of the people were brought back once more in the glorious era of Takugawa Shogun. The classical study regained its ter- ritory throughout the country in all classes of society. In other words, the Japanese in the pre-restoration period had more than, three R's in their cur- ricilum, especially above the middle class, the children of Samnmuri were required to study the sacred books of Confucius. There then developed the ethical code of Bushi, the knight. The classical studies, during the To- kugawa period from the seventeenth century down to middle of the nine- teenth century, produced the flowers of chivalry, as the beautiful roses of Europe bloomed in the period of feudalism in Europe. The visit made by the angel of peace, Commodore Perry, opened a new era in Japan. Classical educa- tion also opened its doors. As soon as Japan gave up the old idea in' the ed- ucational system, she adopted new methods from the West. This was the period of restoration, an era of transition from metaphysics to ma- terialism, from the classical to utili- tarianism. .. x Manager Blames Railroads. Chicago, Oct. 31.-C. R. Campbell, general manager of the Commerce Coal company, the largest in the mid- dle west, today stated that the real cause of the coal shortage in the cen- tral west is a shortage of railroad cars. "Miners are forced to quit work three and four days a week owing to this car shortage," said Campbell. Prices quoted today do not indicate an acute condition in the middle west. Soft coal is up 25 cents to 75 cents a ton over last October, while anthracite is up from 65 cents to $1.15 per ton. The highest grades are selling at $9.50, de- livered. Also take a look'at our "Pinch Back" Model priced at $20 to $25.00. We will be pleased to show you the different models at any time, We and the makers of these Over- coats stand back of these garments Here's a big, boxy, belted Storm Overcoat that gives you a bear-like hug of warmth without surrender- ing one iota of smart style. in every particular. New Fields Opened lDid the new idea from the western countries really sweep away the old classical studies in Japan? No. After some consideration, the educators in the modern Japan, not only revived the studies of Confucius in their high schools and colleges but they opened up a new field and introduced the Greek philosophers into the curri- culum. At present, classical study in Japan is enriched by adding the Greek classics to, their colleges and univer- sities. Socrates is known among the students in Japan more than Plato and Aristotle. A number of years ago all of Plato's work was translated into Japanese from the original works. The Roman philosophers are very little known among them. But the character that most appeals, to them is that glorious stoic philosopher Epictetus. That is because his career more or less resembled those sages in China of about the time of Confucius, who studied the books under the light of fireflies in summer and a pile of snow near the window on the winter elves. Plato Influential One of the most learned men in Japan said recently that whenever he reads Plato he can find out Socrates' Does your musical instrument need repairs? Take it to Schaeberle & Son, 110 South Main street, for first-classI work. oct3tfI TODAY TIj ests---Vaudevile. * * * * * * * * * AT THE THEATE Orpheum - Dorothy Gish and Owen Moore in "Susan Rocks the Boat." Also Triangle Com- edy, Fred Mace in "Bathtub Perils." Arcade - Frances Nelson and Arthur Ashley in "The Re- volt." * * - * * " RS k k * * * * * * * * * .* Jt ol"eY randegee-Kincaid Clothes Just received another new assort- ment of late patterns in soft shirts, Fibers, Silks and Madras materials. with collar attached. Tinkr & Corn pany Clothes, Furnishings and Hats For Particular Men. 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Owner can have same by paying for this advertisement, novi AT THE WHITNEY Because of many requests on the part of patrons, "Ann Arbor Days" in motion pictures will be shown again at the Whitney theater Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday even- ings at 8 o'clock. The doors of the theater open at 7:30 o'clock. Through the courtesy of the Ford Motor company, motion pictures of the Michigan-M. A. C. game will be shown. The picture comprises over 500 feet of film. AT THE MAJESTIC Picturesque scenic settings are pos- sible in "The Girl Worth While," the new Boyle Woolfolk musical show which will soon be seen in Michigan. The story finds action amid the beau- tiful dells of Wisconsin, one of Ameri- ca's favorite vacation spots. Primrose Semon, a Kalamazoo girl, plays the title role. An interesting sample of the fa- mous Dervish dances of Arabia will be presented by Onetta, the whirlwind danseuse, who has been booked to ap- pear at the Majestic. Onetta adds the spice of variety to her act by poising a chair above her head, held only be- Health FEW STUDENTS VACCINAT Servie l~g" i T The University health service partment as disapointet in the r: for vaccin ations yestrday mormi tween her teeth, while she~spins in a, mad whirl. U. S. Will Probe Disasters on Lakes 'he smallpox care made little impn sien Seels to hao On the0 student Washington, Oct. 31. - Secretary Redfield announced today that the steam boat inspection service -will make a thorough investigation of wrecks during the recent storm on the Great Lakes. Cost of Patriotism Also Increasing Washington, Oct. 31.-Now it's the high cost of patriotism! Flags are going up. Washington dealers have boosted prices to this general degree: Cotton flags, 50 per cent; bunting flags, 75 per cent, and silk flags, 100 per cent. . LOST-On Hill street between Olivia and Forest avenues Saturday after- noon, a crank for Buick car. 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