THE KENTUCKY KERNEL

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1THE KENTUCKY KERNEL
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of the University of Kentucky, for tho ben oft t of the students,
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If Washington or Lincoln would havo been nblo to combat successfully
such problems hb Bolshevism, post war conditions and international unrest.
Howovor, wo believo that this is tho crest of tho wave which is already
breaking and that tho backwash will sweep us to the Blmplor piety and
loyalty of tho times of Washington, whoso memory wo shall honor on tho
occnslon of tho recurring anniversary of his birth next Sunday. How
better mny wo honor it than to seek, in some measuro at least, to incorporate into our own lives something of tho unselfish consecration of his
life to servo his fellows; something of his patriotism that has made him
nt once tho loftiest inspiration nnd the tendorest recollection of this memo
rial hour?

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It was with sincere regret that tho editors of tho Kernel mado tho
announcement last Saturday that there would bo no issue of the paper last
week. The cause of tho paper not appearing lay not with the staff, as tho
copy was prepared as usual, and placed in the hands of the printer. Owing
to the fact, however, that at this season there is an increased demand for
printing, the office of the printer was overflooded with work which mado
Impossible an Issue of the University paper last week. The editors are
sincerely hopeful, and they have the assurance of the printer that such an
unfortunate occurence will not be repeated in tho history of the Kernel's
work.

PARE SOMEWHERE ELSE.
When the present generation dies, who follow? When tho leaders
of today have served their turn of usefulness, who take their places at
thd head of government? Tomorrow, who will form the nerves and brains
of the body politic? The bone, the muscles will be here, but what will
move them?
Who indeed shall these be but the youth of the land, trained in the
highest and best Its educational system has to offer? These alone must
safely guide the State in dts future course, and on the completeness and
thoroughness of their training depends the decision of the Fates as to the
future Commonwealth. If they fall, If they are lacking when the hour
comes for them to take their posts, spectres of 'Decay and Ruin will snatch
opportunity, drag Law and Progress from their seats and enthrone themselves in high places. Leaders, young men and women with visions of
fathers of today.
greater things, must be ready to replace the
The tentative budget that has been formed for the action of the Legislature is inadequate in its recommendations for appropriations to the
University. The Kernel has no word of adverse criticism upon the budget
committee. No doubt that body is doing the right thing as it sees It. But
the unalterable fact is that If the present recommendation is accepted
the University of Kentucky will be gravely handicapped in its efforts to
train the future citizen of the State for the manifest duties of the home.
The current year is a critical one, for the moral and Intellectual tides
of the times are at low ebb. Serious thought and unswerving devotion to
high principle, sacrifice of self for future generations, and prayerful wisdom these must be the motives that move men to their duties. Temporary makeshifts, and patches in the fabric of society may be fatal to the
future. We must build for tomorrow; build on the solid foundation of
worth and training as men build who love their children more than they do
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must .give place, to true and patriotic citizens who have been thoroughly
prepared to govern according to the will of the people for their best interests. The best training school for those who will fight future's battles
'is the University, where they can absorb the ideals of the best of the past,
acquire knowledge necessary for sound judgment, and fit themselves for

posts of responsibility in this greater Kentucky of ours that is to be.
If ithe taxable resources of the State will not yield enough revenue to
support all departments of its Government in affluence, and it is necessary
to pare in places in order that others may remain intact, then for the
future'B ake, PARE AND HOLD NOT YOUR HAND!
But do not rob
the young men and women of the State of itheir just dues by crippling the
University in its most vital functions by a parsimony now that means
pegging in the future.
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"The basis of our political systems is the right of the people to make
alter .their constitutions of government. But tho constitution which
at anytime exists, till changed by an explicit and authentic act of the whole
people, is sacredly obligatory upon all. The very idea of the power and
tho right of the people to establish Government presupposes the duty of
Jevery individual to obey the established Government."
These words were spoken by George Washington, a little more than
a century ago, in his farewell address to his people, but the force of the
truth expressed in them is felt today. Had Washington had the foresight
of a prophet, he could not have given more needed and lasting advice. But
no
prophecy was needed, for what is true for one generation is
'generally true for tho next. Thus when Washington reminded the young
'nation of tho basic principle of democracy, that a republican form of government cannot exist unless the people uphold to the last letter the laws
'made by their own representation, he was pleading for the loyalty of the
America of .today and tho America of tomorrow.
Washington had the support of the republic which ho had set on its
feet among a world at monarchies, but tho title, "Father of Ills Country,"
was given to him by his successors, not by his contemporaries. Abraham
Lincoln, who ranka with Washington in servico to America, was reviled
and misunderstood by many of tho men of his time, but lias gone down
in history as a martyr to tho well being of his people. Will the judgment
of tho futuro link tho name of Woodrow Wilson with those of Washington
.and Lincoln?
In tho crises of tho world today, there are those who are wondering
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Womanhood Revealed
in Pictures
"Widowhood in India spells hurall-iatlodrudgery nnd despair. Thero
are 27,000,000 widows in Indian,
reasons why wo should help."
This is only n small fraction of the
startling facts which nre brought out
most effectively by the missionary
posters displayed at Patterson Hall
last week. Tho thirty posters were
sent out from national headquarters
of tho Y. W. C. A. They are lent for
a few days and are to be passed on
to other colleges and universities all
over the country.
"Fifty million outcasts in India!
Christian educators, missionaries, doctors, nurses, scientists and agricul
turists are unsettling the human pyramid, are helping to lift the curse of
caste from India," this a poster

Another says, "It is No Man's Land
Will it be Moslem
Agawan.
at all, suh.T argued the Kentucky or Christian? The destiny of 80,000,-00- 0
"Ethel, may I kiss you?"
Colonel. "He admits that theah ah
pagan Africans hangs in the bal
"Certainly not!"
two sides to every ahgumcnt; his side ance."
"I'm not going to leave until I do." and the othah side."
"Leave the house this minute!"
Lexington Leader.
He Should Know.
Gertrude: "Why do .they put corn-meProfessor:
"Miss Kelley, are you
AT JOINT
SERVICE
on the1 dance floor?"
related to our famous football player?"
Cecil: "To make the chickens feel
Miss Kelley:
"No, but I wish I
at home."
Dr. Best Talks on Qualities,
was."
JNeeds and Purposes
Professor:
"Well, I'll see what I
Counsel: "Was the prisoner sober?"
Meeting
can do about it."
Witness: "No, sir; he was as drunk
"Leadership" was the subject-oas a judge."
the
Mademoiselle On Dit says: "Kiss
Judge: "You mean as drunk as a talk made by Dr. Henry Best at the
Is an active verb sometimes used as
joint meeting of the Y. W. and Y. M.
lord!"
a conjunction. It Is not very singular
C. A. Sunday night In the recreation
Witness: "Yes, my lord!"
as it is always used in the. plural. It
hall of Patterson Hall.
London
agrees with me."
The speaker set forth the requisite
qualities, needs and purposes of lead
Examination Returns.
Professor Grehan: "Miss Marsh, is
ership. "To be a good leader," said
iCelibacy is a state of insanity of the
that also correct?"
he, "one must have something more
Frances:
"What also? I don't see mind.
than mere personal magnetism. One
Ubiquitous
is
any."
derived from the
must be endowed with a true and
Latin-uxowife, and means loving
earnest purpose, a capacity for hard
"A magazine editor must lead a one's wife.
work and an understanding of human
An octopus is an insect with a
somewhat gloomy life," declared Bill
nature."
Soward, as he opened some returned mouth and seven legs.
Dr. Best was scheduled to talk on
manuscript.
Canaille means
and is
his experience in settlement work In
"Why so?" asked Bob Ralble.
used in regard to the French peasants.
the East Side tenement district of
Pilgrims Progress was the progress
"All he seems to do is express his
New York. This treat remains as
regrets."
of the Pilgrims in America.
something to anticipate for a future
meeting.
Martha Buckman was the leader
The Knight of the Lexington Drug
Mumps have attacked Pot Hall;
says: "Have you noticed the latest last Sunday and Louise Will sang a
Under its onslaught we fall.
electric sign? It says, 'Don't kill your solo. The usual social hour followed
Mumps, in bumps like a ball.
wife with hard work. Let our wash- the regular exercises
and refresh
Pretending we like it's a stall
ments of hot chocolate and sanding machine do the dirty work. "
So we're in for two weeks that's all!
wiches were served.
(Signed),
Flu has pounced on us today
ARABELLE EHRLICH,
SIGMA XI TO HEAR
Lonely mumps do not hold sway.
SUE BOARDMAN,
NOTABLE SPEAKER
Useless it is to sigh let's pray.
EFFIE HAMMOND,
(Signed),
MARGARET BAILEY.
Public Invited to Meeting Friday
LILY CROMWELL,
Evening.
HELENE CREGOR.
"No, suh, he's not narrow-mindeThet University of Kentucky Assosires to do regardless of the conse- ciation of Sigma Xi members will
"TRUTH" SUBJECT
hold an open meeting in the Campus
OF TALK IN CHAPEL quences.
"We can twist this around to imply Theater, White Hall, at 7:30 o'clock
Representative of
Moveand apply to America today, America, Friday evening, February 20. Proment Addresses Students
the breath of freedom to tho whole fessor T. R. Leigh of Georgetown Colworld.. Life is challenging the pres- lege, will speak concerning "Smoke
Dr. Albert W. McCartnoy, of Chi- ent generation and the question is, Screens," a matter to which, ho gave
cago, who is in Lexington represent- 'Are wereally free?' Force has not considerable attention with success
ing the
Movement, spoke and will not succeed in freeing tho during tho war. Tho public is corupon tho "Emancipating Power of world nor will legislation nor educa- dially invited to be present.
tion. Tho great emancipating power
Truth" in chupel Tuesday.
"Truth," said Dr. McCartnoy, "is tho is not religion, tho Church nor Chris- KERNEL STAFF. NOTE!
greatest thing in tho world. It recog- tianity but is embodied in tho personThere will bo an important meeting
ality of Jesus. It is truth, which has of tho Kernel staff next Monday, Febnizes the universal instinct of the
heart but like all instincts and held for all ages and which still holds ruary 23, at 3:30 o'clock in tho Jourgifts of God, it is abused. Freedom is today. 'Ye shall know tho truth and nalistic room. Every staff member is
requested to be present.
misinterpreted, man doing as he de tho truth shall make you free.'"
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