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              The Maroon PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF LOYOLA UNIVERSITY VOL. V NEW ORLEANS, LA., FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 1927 No. 13 "DISCOURSES" TITLE OF BOOK PUBLISHED BY FATHER DE LAM Volume Contains Four Commemorative Addresses of the Famous Jesuit Teacher. "Discourses" is the title of the book recently published by Rev. Emanuel Charles de la Moriniere. S.J. The dignified title of the hook and the sonorous patronymic of the author call for elucidation. The author is the friendly and familiar Jesuit whom those of other years and places, as well as those of the present day and Loyola University, meet as "Father de Lam." The title of the hook "Discourses," explains itself in the table of contents. On four memorable occasions Father de Lain was invited to deliver the oration commemorative of the events whose celebration brought together i* most distinguished audiences. The first discourse — Centennial of the Louisiana Purchase — was delivered from the pulpit of the historic cathedral of New Orleans on December 20. 1903. The second discourse was given in Bienville Square. Mobile. February 25. 19!'6, when a granite cross was unveiled to perpetuate the memory of John Baptist Le Moyne de Bienville. the founder of the city. Mobile again was the scene of the third address when Father de Lam was the oratot on February 25. 1906 at the ceremony of the unveiling of the monument erected in Ryan Square in honor of Father Abram J. Ryan, the poet of the Confederacy. The last discourse was delivered in the New Orleans cathedral on January 8. 1915 and commemorates the Centennial of the Battle f of New Orleans. In addition to the discourses the hook contains a "Tribute to an Esteemed Friend." by Archbishop Shaw; an "Appreciation," by Doctor James Nix. who sponsored the publication of the book; a "Foreword." by Father John Reville. S.J.. and a "Sketch of Father Emmanuel de la Mnriniere. 5.J.." by Mrs. James McLoughliu. The Loyola Book Store is the agency for the sale of the book. THESPIANS SEEKING A SUITABLE VEHICLE Little lias been heard of the Thespiana since the occasion of their two one-act plays a few weeks ago. but Rather Iv .1. O'Connor and Gernon Brown are busying, themselves in an effort to select an appropriate vehicle for the society's big performance of the year, which will be presented at the Tulane Theatre during the early part of next month. Several manuscripts are at present under consideration and as soon as an appropriate one has been selected the Thespians will begin rehearsals. Inasmuch as there are about twenty members of the organization and there will be only eight or ten parts to be » distributed, competition for the various roles will be keenly contested for and a capable actor will be assured for each one. Steady Increase of Books Is Shown by University Library The latest report from the university library shows a steady increase in the number of books and references to be found. One of the latest additions is a complete synopsis of all the articles pertaining to Educational Psychology which have appeared in the leading magazines of the country. This synopsis is very valuable as a reference for teachers, as its number of the article, the page and the name of the magazine in which the article on the subject appears is classified numerically. The National Catholic Welfare Council Bulletin, both daily and weekly has also been recently acquired. This is important to the Catholic student as it gives the condition of the Catholics in his own as well as in foreign countries. The library is sparing no pains in order to fit out the library with books and references necessary to the students. They in turn should appreciate this and make good use of them. A beautiful collection of Carpenter's World Travels in nine volumes bound in beautiful brown leather are very good. Thi' author. Prank George Carpenter has personally travelled through all the places mentioned in his volumes and to prove that what he says is true, he accompanies his stories with illustrations.Another collection of books is the Library of American History, which treats of the discovery of America by the Norsemen and relate all about its history, and ends with the World War. The collection contains nine leather books in blue and gold. These hooks have been put on the shelves for the use of the students and it is hoped that every one in the school can say that he has at least referred to these books. Next Issue of Journal Will Contain Statutes Required by Commission The next issue of the Law Journal will contain Louisiana statutes as required by the Bar Commission with annotations furnished by Professor Racivitch, senior instructor on Louisiana statutes. Editor-in-chief Murphy with his assistants John J. Conners. Matt Grace and Chester A. Peyronnin, have the big issue ready for the press. As a big demand is anticipated for this issue only one copy will be given to each student. The issue is to contain the Louisiana statutes of general importance as required by the Louisiana Bar Commission and will he copiously annotated with important cases as prepared by Professor Herve Racivitch. As the issue contains about eighty statutes which required many hours of preparation to thoroughly compile a work worth several dollars will be made available to the students and all are Urged to preserve their copy as such a work may never be attempted again due to the many difficulties encountered in the compiling. GOLD MEDAL WILL BE GIVEN FOR BEST ECONOMICS ESSAY Prize Is Being Donated By Prof. Connors; Papers Are Due May 15. A gold medal, donated by John V. Connors, Professor of Economics and Sociology, will be awarded to the student of Economics submitting the best essay on an economic subject or economic phase of some subject. All day students of Economics in the University are obliged to compete. The out-13, while the paper itself is due May line of the essay must he in on April 15. The judges of the contest have not as yet been selected. Many subjects have been suggested as being suitable topics for interesting essays. Included among these are: "History of the N'ew Orleans Mint" "New i Means As a Commercial Center." However. Mr. Connor has emphasized the fact that none of the contestants are restricted to the suggested topics, the only requirement being that the subject selected be treated from an economic aspect. Mr. Connor has been very active in attempting to establish a solid foundation for the new B. S. in Economics course. He is the organizer of the Commerce Club, and has been successful in obtaining numerous well-known business men to lecture to the students of Economics on various business subjects.American Society of Mechanical Engineers Will Award $17,500 The American Society of Mechanical Engineers lias accepted $17,500 given bj llie Lincoln Electric Company of Cleveland, Ohio, to be awarded under the rules of the competition, to those contributing the best three papers disclosing new information that will tend to advance the art of arc welding, The purpose of this competition is to encourage improvements in the art of arc welding, the pointing out of new and wider applications of the process, or indicating advantages and economies to lie Rained by its use, as these latter will he the bases upon which the winning papers will be selected. There will be a total of $17,500 awarded. The first prize will be $10,000; the second prize. (5,000 and the third prize, $2,500. These prizes rank among the largest that have ever been awarded and should attract lots of attention. It is the purpose of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers to present these awards at the 1928 spring meeting of the society. All competitors will be promptly notified of the action of the judges. All letters pertaining to information should he addressed to Calvin VV. Rice. secretary of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 19 West 39th Street, New York City, New York. The Nashville Banner Sponsors Oratorical Contest for Studes An oratorical contest, sponsored by the Nashville Banner, has been opened to all undergraduates matriculating at a four-year college or university in the South. No student holding a degree from a recognized institution will be eligible. A subject tor the debate will consist of "The Progress, Resources, and Needs of the South." Those students desiring to enter the contest will communicate without delay to Professor A. M. Harris, chairman board of directors, Vanderbilt campus, Nashville, Tennessee, and George H. Armistead, senior, industrial editor of the Banner, and literature about the South will be sent at once. Entries close April 1, and an official of the institution must notify chairman Harris not later than April 21 of the name of the person chosen to represent the college. The 16 States "f the South will be divided into four regional groups. The place for the semi-final will be named by the board of directors tor each individual group not later than April 21. they will be judged on May 7. The winners of each group will meet at the new State War Memorial Building. Nashville, Tenn., May 21, 1927 at 8 P, M. No fees or incidentals will be charged to any college, university or student. The student pays travelling expenses, but it is to be noted that even the winners of the third and fourth prizes in the finals receive cash prizes ample to cover all expenses from the most distant points. The four speakers in the finals will be the guests of the Banner while in Nashville. To each of the four semi-finalists or regional winners a handsome silver trophy will be given. In the finals May 21. 1927 the uincr will be awarded $50(1. The second prize that will be given is $2-4). the third $125 and the fourth $100. Fr. Brooks Completes Series of Sermons Last Wednesday Eve The scries of Lenten sermons preached by Father Robert Brooks on Wednesday evenings at the Holy Name of Jesus Church on "Some Wounds of Modem Society," was concluded on April 6, with a denunciation of "Modem Sensuality." Father O'Connor's course on "Souls in Conflict." will end on Easter Sunday with a Bermon on "Victory."' On I'aliu Sunday evening Father O'Connor will present the soul-conflicts of Pilate in contrast with the struggle of Nicodennis. The lives of these two characters will be studied inj the light of the gospel record of their conduct. Both will be seen as the prey of fear. In Pilate fear masters the man and causes him to weakly surrender to the Jews in their demand for the death of Jesus Christ. Xicodemus. on the other band, conquers his fear and gives honorable burial to the Savior's bodv. HELLENIC COUNCIL ELECTS CARTER AS LEADER OF GROUP President Endorses Organization; Father King Is Chosen As Faculty Advisor. The Loyola Council of Fraternities, held its first important meeting at Bobet Hall Sunday morning, March 27. The meeting was conspicuous by the number of fraternities represented. Temporary President Boagni called the meeting to order and the following officers were elected: John Carter, president; Ted Dimitry, vice-president; Richard Drown. secretary: Joseph Moran. treasurer and Remy Gross, secretary. Representative Hermann brought up several important motions which were discussed and left for Unfinished business at the next meeting. On Thursday, March 31, John Carter and Remy Cross interviewed Father Sullivan, who heartily endorsed the new council. He said. "This new organization is a fine thing for the university. It will cause the various fraternities to live up to their high ideals and it will also act as a hoard of arbitration, which will settle the disputes that may arise among the fraternities." The council held another meeting and active business was taken up at its first meeting under the supervision of its official executives on Friday. April 1. at nine o'clock in Bobet Hall. Five fraternities were represented: the U. B. 1... by Dolese; Psi Omega, by Moran and Mamus; Epsillon Kappa Sigma, by Doody and Treutel: Beta Phi Sißina. by Fazzio and Gross and Phi Beta Gamma, by Carter. Immediate action was made possible by the ability of the president. John C. Carter, and several obstacles hindering the progress of the council were removed from its path. It was voted on and passed, that Article I. Section 1, of the ConstitUtionDOC HART PAYS VISIT TO RANCH WHILE HERE Fred Hart, trainer of the Brooklyn Robins during the summer months, and of the Loyola Wolves during the foothall season, was in town over last week-end when the national leaguers played a couple of exhibition games with the Cleveland Indians at Heinemann Park. "Doc" visited the Texas Ranch Sunday afternoon and renewed old acquaintances for awhile. He nave a short talk to the students and expressed his sorrow at having to leave town SO soon. Another welcomed visitor last week was Jimmy Vorhoff, ex-captain of the Wolf nine, who is now sporting the spangles of the Cleveland Indians. Jimmy is Roing Rreat this year and has created a very favorable impression on Jack McCallister, manager of the Tribe. (Continued on Page 9.)