DMSCO Log Book Vol.12 2-12/1935

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matter, February 3rd, 1923at the post office at DesMoines, Iowa, under theact of August 24th, 1912. LOa BOOK

PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE DES MOINES STILL COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHY

Volume 12 February 15, 1935 Number 1

Commencement Exer-cises, January 25

Thirteen Receive DegreesCommencement for the Class,

of January, '35, was held in thecollege auditorium on the eve-ning of January 25. The audi-torium was filled to overflowingby relatives and friends gather-ed to pay their respects to thethirteen men who received their

-octo-r s-d egree. . ---....The processional march was

played by Mr. Robert Tessien,'35. The invocation was given byDr. Robert B. Bachman. Mr.George Sutton, '37, presented avocal solo, "Before the Sun Goes-Down," set to the familiar"Londonderry Air."

The Rev. James Brett Kenna,pastor of the First MethodistChurch of Des Moines, deliveredthe address. "The ministry andthe healing professions are close-ly related to humanity," he said,"both are bound close to life.How should we measure thislife? Markham likened it to agreat battle; Job called it sor-row; the Book of James refersto it as 'uncertain and evanes-cent'; Eccliastes term it vanity;but Jesus taid that life was aventure, thrilling and heroic."

Rev. Kenna continued, saying,"Life cannot be measured bywealth for wealth is artificial.It cannot be measured by time,

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Marietta HospitalOrganizes

Organization meeting of stock-holders of the Marietta (Ohio)Osteopathic Hospital, Inc., wasrecently held in Marietta. Aboard of directors was electedand plans were made to erectthe edifice during the comingmonths.

Directors elected are: H. L.Benedict, Pres., L. M. Bell, Vice-Pres., J. E. Wiemers, Sec., A. Y.Siewers, Treas., Helen D. Cham-berlain, H. B. Goddard, Alice L.Hogan, Paul L. Riemann and J.D. Sheets.

A code of governing regula-tions was adopted. A buildingcommittee was appointed andempowered to ask for bids atonce so that the contract mightbe let and the work begun onthe building early in Febraury.It is expected that the hospitalwill be completed by early sum-mer.

The hospital will be a two-story fireproof structure of steelbrick and concrete. Plans for ithave been approved by the OhicState Board of Health.

Large January ClassEnrolls

The recently enrolled mid-year3lass set two records of whicht may well be proud.

First, it is the largest Janu-ary Class to enter Still since1929. This is a good omen that)ld Man Adversity is relentingand that many more will nowbe able to realize their ambitionsand enter college.

Second, it has a greater per-centage of women than anyclass in many a moon. We con-gratulate these co-eds and hopethis is the beginning of an in-creased enrollment of their sex.

While the majority are fromIowa, there are five states rep-resented, Michigan and Ohioshowing their usual interest.

Faculty Meetings

The regular January meetingof the faculty was held in thecollege building on the eighth.This followed the regular meet-ing of the Board of Trusteesand was attended by the entiregroup. Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Deanof the College, opened the meet-ing with a reading of the re-ports concerning the standing ofvarious members of the studentbody. There followed a discus-sion of the merits of the finalexaminations given at the end ofthe semester's work.

Dr. C. W. Johnson, Presidentof the College, was the speakerof the evening and gave thegroup a resume of the most im-portant of the reflexes from astandpoint of diagnosis and drovehome very forcibly the fact thatwe must know these in order tobe accurate not only in diagnosisbut also in the selection of theproper Osteopathic treatment tobe used on the patient.

The meeting held Februaryfifth also followed a regularmeeting of the Board of Trus-tees. A final decision was madeon the matter of examinationsand a discussion followed rel-ative to the various bills nowpending before the Iowa legis-lature.

Prof. 0. E. Owen of the fac-ulty addressed the group on"Heredity," and opened our eyesto the newer ideas being broughtout in this subject. We foundout that we can do a great dealmore good by planning for thefuture along this line ratherthan by tracing back and tryingto establish a highly desirablepedigree.

The March meeting will beheld the fifth of the month.

Dr. Byerly WritesCanadian History

Dr. A. E. Byerly, '20, ofGuelph, Ontario, Canada, recent-y had published his book "Fer-gus-Webster Settlement."

The book is an extensive 372-page history of the developmentof that portion of Canada. Itcovers the founding of Fergus inL833 and carries the historythrough to the present.

Dr. Byerly previously pub-lished two works dealing withCanadian history, "The Historyof Lower Nichol" and "The Mc-Craes of Guelph." For severalyears he has contributed featurearticles to leading Canadiannewspapers and his historicallibrary collection is among theinest in the Dominion.

Dr. Byerly served severalyears as president of the West-ern Ontario Historical Society,was one of the founders of theWellington Co. Historical So-ciety and is a member of theCouncil of the Ontario Histor-ical Association.

Minnesota WelcomesD. O.'s

Following the example Wash-ington set in last month's LogBook, Dr. Arthur Taylor, Sec'y.of the Minnesota State Board ofOsteopathic Examiners, writesthat his state has many promis-ing locations for Osteopathicphysicians.

All those looking for a loca-tion are urged to consider ourneighbor to the North-Minne-sota bids you welcome. For in-formation, Dr. Taylor may be ad-dressed at Torinus Blk., Still-water, Minn.

Oklahoma Invites You

Falling in line with Washing-ton and Minnesota, the state ofOklahoma extends a cordial in-vitation for Osteopathic physi-cians to choose their common-wealth as a field to practice in.Dr. C. Denton Heasley, surgeonat the Osteopathic hospital inTulsa, writes that there are atleast six towns within a radiusof 50 miles of the Osteopathichospital which do not have Os-teopathic service. These loca-tions are good ones and withhospital service so near each oneshould receive earnest consider-ation on the part of any onelooking for a place to practice.

For complete information, ad-dress Dr. C. Denton Heasley, 19W. 5th Ave., Tulsa, Okla.

Senior Day, Friday,January 18

The assembly of Jan. 18 wasin charge of the mid-year grad-uating class. Byron Wayland,class president, greeted the stu-dent body and introduced themembers of the class of Janu-ary, '35.

Following this Lou Carletondelivered a whimsical paper apt-ly labeled "Sense and Nonsenseor Facts and Fancies." This man-uscript concerned the activities,past and present, private andpublic, of the men of Jan. '35,and much illumination was bask-ed upon the private lives ofthose ageing heads so bowedwith professional wisdom.

Next Jack Ennis performedthe duties of administrator ofthe last will and testament ofthe Class of January, '35. It is aforgone conclusion that many ofthose left to carry on will benefitimmeasureably by the generosityof those who have gone before.

The class prophesy, a remark-able work of original poetry, wasread by Lester Fagen. We shallplace this manuscript in the ar-chives of the college with instruc-tions to those who guide its des-tinies some twenty years hence,to check it and see how accurate


Honor Awards to FourMen

Three members of the recentgraduating class were recipientsof honary awards.

The Sigma Sigma Phi certifi-cate 'r profiriecy in--steo-pathic science was awarded toLawrence Nixon at the SeniorDay program.

The certificate for service tothe college, awarded by SigmaSigma Phi, went to Russell B.Stephens. This presentation wasalso made at the Senior Day as-sembly.

Lester P. Fagen won the PsiSigma Alpha scholastic awardand his name will be engravedupon the permanent plaquewhich hangs in the receptionroom of the college. The gradu-ating member having the high-est average for his four years'work receives this award. In thisclass Dr. Fagen was first, Law-rence Nixon, second and John C.Ennis, third. Dr. C. W. Johnsonannounced the award.

Joe Peterson, sophomore, wasawarded the key for having thehighest scholastic average dur-ing his freshman year. BennieDevine, president of Sigma Sig-ma Phi, made the award.

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ATLAS CLUB(Wm. Costello)

The past few weeks have beenbusy ones, as might very well beexpected at this time of year.The last semester was closed suc-cessfully for most of us and anew one commenced one thatwill end the sojourn of many ofour seniors in Still College.

We welcome the return of onebrother, Wm. (Casey) Jones,who comes back to the fold afteran absence of five years. Caseysort of missed the "old guard"but now has become acclimatedto us and we are glad to havehim here.

We are proud to announce thepledging of Harvey Bridenstein,St. Joseph, Mo.

The past week has been longand busy for those who werepledged last semester. In otherwords "Hell Week" is here andmany strange and varied sightsand sounds may be seen andheard in the vicinity of the Chap-ter House. Several have turnedhuntsmen and the objects of thechase are unusual to say theleast.

We have had Dr. L. A. Doyle,Osage, Iowa, an alumnus of Xi-phoid, as a visitor for severaldays. Brother Doyle has beenkind enough to give us severaltalks regarding practical workand his advice is worthwhile andvery much appreciated. 'Comeagain, Doctor, and often.

We have had several shortvisits from Bro. Chris Fedson ofAmes. Fed never stays so verylong but he does manage todrop in quite frequently.

[Brother Costello was recently-stri-rcke r----iti---the-- e-a e- ChickenPox. Bill's looks belie his age asStevens' practice assures us thatthis is a disease of childhood. Inorder to prove that he had a mis-placed case and really is grownup, Wm. is cultivating what prom-ises to be a most luxuriant VanDyke. His rapid recovery was due,no doubt, to the earnest and fer-vid supplications of the faithfulof the tabernacle who, at his re-quest, sent said supplications incountless numbers to the highheavens via the radio. Certainlyand verily there is mysteriouspower-ours for the asking.-J. F. B.]

IOTA TAU SIGMA(T. C. Hobbs)

Beta Chapter announces thepledging of Edward Jarenson,Eveleth, Minn. He is a banjoplayer, Virge, so go get him.

From his position in front ofthe radio, Brother Pohl makesan excellent assistant orchestraleader. Sound effects and every-thing. Very good, Vic, good andloud.

We've heard very little aboutthe severity of the cold in Mainesince Pledge Jarenson arrived.

It was 51 below when he leftMinnesota.

In spite of the extreme coldin Eveleth, Jarenson has suffer-ed from the Iowa variety morethan any of the rest of us. Andit hasn't been lower than 15 be-low since he came. Good oldIowa weather!

Bridge is with us again. Wemanaged to finish second in bas-ketball and hope to do even bet-ter in this.

So far the brothers have man-aged to keep Swampy out of redflannels. Good work!

Every day upon coming homeBrother Gerow assumes the oldGerow position and drifts offinto the arms of Morpheus. Weexpect to be able to find his im-print on the davenports longafter he has graduated.

Bro. J. Francis (Harpo) Yuklis always worrying for fear hispipe will get broken. Don't both-er about it, Yukl-it will prob-ably survive - and what if itdoesn't?

It seems that Pledge Bostonis now a member of the societyfor the protection of swordfish.Ho-hum.

Brother Rankin's theme songnow seems to be "Time On MyHands."

One of the favorite pastimesis betting how many comic Val-entines Brother Happel will get.

PHI SIGMA GAMMA(J. J. Herrin)

Delta Chapter entertainedabout fifty couples with a pledgedance Friday evening, February1. The committee in charge wascomposed of William Moore,Robert Gibson and John Herrin.A white carnation, the fraternityflower, was presented to eachperson. Music was furnished bythe College Pals. Alumni pres-ent were Dr. S. H. Klein, Dr. C.W. Johnson, Dr. J. R. Shaffer,and Dr. Byron Wayland. Themusic, punch, and general spiritshown was excellent, and thedance is one that will be re-membered for some time as the"best yet."

We received a pleasant sur-prise when Joe Peterson wasawarded the Freshman scholar-ship key. Joe is certainly a wor-thy recipient of the honor andwe heartily congratulate him.Jerry O'Berski and Robert Lu-by, both pledges, have beenawarded anatomy keys. Congrat-ulations and may your goodwork continue.

We are glad to share ourhouse with Bryce W. Steevesand Bill Slater. Steeves, a sopho-more, transfers from AlphaChapter, Kirksville, and Slateris a freshman from Kent, Ohio.Dr. G. O. Braunberger of Kirks-ville was a house guest whiletaking his state board recently.

Friday evening, February 15,the fraternity will enjoy the hos-pitality of Dr. and Mrs. S. H.Klein at a buffet supper. Fromexperience we know that a realtreat is in store and that all ofus will be present.

It's a fact that: Owens has agood library reference; Zyze-lewski should be changed toJones; Hecker visits a certain

home every night-will it be aJoy-ous occasion? Whit andKay make a neat couple; Earlis a nifty punch server; Wilkeshas a swell sun-tan; Miller hastoo many phone calls; Folk-man's moustache is carefullygreased each day; Enderby takesstate boards too seriously; Gib-son prays too much; Sir Bos isgenerous with cigarettes!

First degree initiation washeld at midnight, February 9,for five men. As this is an eventthat we all await with keen in-terest, the paddles were dustedoff and polished a week in ad-vance. Pledgemaster Miller con-ducted the degree work in amanner that will be long re-membered by the candidates.The appetites of actives andpledges, naturally increased atthis late hour, were satisfied bya delicious Dutch lunch after theinitiation. The following menreceived the degree: RobertHoefer, Emil Braunschweig, My-ron Bos, Leigh Whitney, andJerry O'Berski.

Dinner guests the past weekhave been Dr. Virge Halladay,and son, Morrie, and Dr. andMrs. G. E. Fisher.

A farewell dinner was givenJanuary 23, for Dr. and Mrs.Byron Wayland. Dr. Klein gavea very interesting and instruc-tive talk pertaining to the be-ginning of practice, which we allappreciated. Byron, our onlymember to graduate in the mid-year class, is a past president ofPhi Sigma Gamma and has beenquite active in the Obstetricaldepartment of the college. Weare sorry to have you leave, By-ron, but as the time eventuallycomes to us all -goodbye andgood luck!

PSI SIGMA ALPHAThe semi-annual senior 'ban-

quet was held at O'Malley's TeaRoom, Jan. 29, 1935. Bro. Ed-mund C. Baird, the lone grad-uating member, had sufficientlyrecovered from his appendect-omy to be with us and enjoy therepast. Dr. C. W. Johnson wasspeaker of the evening and hissubject was "Striving for Uto-pia." Dr. Johnson, as always,presented a most inspiring andthought-provoking message.

The next regular meeting willbe held Feb. 12, at the Commun-ity Center.

Cleveland ConventionFraternity Night

"Fraternity Night" duringconvention week is always oneof the brightest nights for allfraternity and sorority members.This year it will be bright foreveryone, whether a member ornot. First, plans are under wayfor fine parties for each organi-zation. Second, a big combinedparty is being planned for allnon-members.

The opportunities for suchcelebrations in Cleveland are un-limited. Fine hotels and privateclubs, night clubs with goodfloor shows are all available tous.

Each group is represented in

Cleveland by a local chairmanwho has plans already startedfor your big night. If you haveany suggestions to offer, write toDr. M. K. Cottrell, 2010 E.102nd St., and he will see thatyour suggestions are given prop-er attention.

-Dr. D. V. Hampton.

It May Seem Strange,But ....

By J. R. F.

Ancients Bested Us At DiningThe next time you push your-

self away from the table, drawin a deep and painful breath andmutter, "I ate too much again,"just hearken back to the ancientGreeks and Romans and you'llprobably hitch up the old beltfor another round. So strenuous-ly did these ancestors dine thatthey couldn't take it sitting aswe do, but reclined, at timeslying flat, making a lengthy rit-ual of the process of eating.

Take a Roman banquet for in-stance. "First would come sweet-meats, cakes, lettuce or pungentherbs, oysters and thrushes.These were followed by eels donecrisp and brown, or some otherdelicacy fresh from the fish mar-ket. Then came sausages, poul-try, pork, including pig's hasletand chine, feet and snout, calf'spluck, kid's head, small hams,etc., finishing the first round.With the second course camehoney, cheese cakes, fresh andpreserved fruits, and confection-ery."

The Roman epicure Apicus in-vented a specific cure for indiges-tion. "It was made of salt, pep-per, ginger, thyme, anise seed,celery and rocket with lamoni,wild marporam, holy thistle,spikenard, parsley and hyssop."What a medicine, it seems almostas bad as the meal itself!

To look over at the Greeks fora moment we find a celebrateddinner at which Alcibiades andSocrates each drained at a sinrigr--"draught the contents of a flagonholding two quarts of wine.'At afuneral feast given by Alexanderthe Great, Promachus won thewreath by drinking two gallonsof wine. To his dismay he diedthree days after and thereforewon other decorations he wasnot conscious of wearing.

The Romans were not far be-hind. "One Roman dinner pre-sented in one course a great trayon which was a bronze donkeywhose baskets were filled witholives and on whose back rode asilver silenus, whose pores ex-uded a sauce that fell on thebreast of a roast young pig be-neath. Sausages with Syrianplums and pomegranate seedsbeneath them to stimulate fire;various vegetables, shellfish,snails and a reptile or two form-ed other delicacies of this course.The feature was a carved figureof a brooding hen beneath whichwere eggs, upon distribution theeggs were found to be of dough,


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THE LOG BOOK

The Log BookThe Official Publication of

DES MOINES STILL COLLEGEOF OSTEOPATHY

President ---------- C. W. Johnson

Faculty Advisor, H. V. Halladay

Editor .............J. Robert Forbes

Osteopathy Without Limitation

Class of January, '35

Once again D. M. S. C. O. grad-uates a class of young physicians.The interest of the college inthese men does not cease withtheir graduation. It will alwaysfollow their careers and ever bewilling to do all in its power toaid them in the successful pur-suit of their profession. Still isproud of its alumni. WhereverOsteopathy is practiced there willbe found men of Still, leaders,many of them, in their profes-sion and community. The suc-cess of these men and womenwho display the D.M.S.C.O. dip-loma is that for which their col-lege trained them. We are allsure that the Class of Jan. '35,will take its place with the longline of Still alumni who have be-come successful Osteopathic phy-sicians and that in the futureits alma mater will have amplecause to proudly hail each mem-ber as its own.

Conversely the college truststhat these doctors will not loseinterest or allow themselves toget out of touch with it and itsaffairs. A militant, up-on-its-toesalumni body sending students toits alma mater not only has thefuture of our educational insti-tutions in its hands but the fu-ture of the profession as well.Still College will welcome themen and women you interest inOsteopathy, men of Jan. '35.Send them here and we willstrive to deliver the minto theworld real Osteopathic physi-cians.

To you goes our wishes for apleasurable and most profitablefuture.

Apology

The editor sincerely regretsthat, through an unavoidableoversight, the names of SidneyL. Michelman and Raymond P.Perdue were omitted from theroster of the Class of January,1935, in the January issue ofthe Log Book.

Drs. Michelman and Perduewere prominent members of thisclass. The editor takes this op-portunity of apologizing to themfor this error of omission.

Birth

NaylorBorn to Dr. and Mrs. Charles

L. Naylor, Point Pleasant, WestVirginia, a son, Gene Allen, onNovember 7, 1934.

Convocation, Feb. 8This student conclave was giv-

en over to the introduction ofthe faculty for the benefit of thenew class of freshmen.

Dr. Johnson acted as masterof ceremonies and introducedthe faculty members in order oftheir service to the college, be-ginning with the newest addi-tion on through.

First was Dr. H. L. Gulden.He admonished the freshmen tokeep their eyes and ears openand not waste time talking.

Prof. Owen greeted the newfolks saying that he hardly need-ed to as he had them in hisclasses.

Dr. Fisher then greeted thembut said that he thought fresh-men saw enough of him inchemistry classes.---Dr. L. L. Facto advised thefreshmen thusly: "Don't treatOsteopathy like a vaccination-taking just a little bit to keepfrom getting the real thing."

Dr. Schafer mentioned that hewouldn't have contact with themfor two and one-half years or un-til they entered the 0. B. clinicbut said that he would be look-ing for them.

Dr. Virge Halladay outlinedplans for future assemblies andurged all to attend them.

Dr. J. L. Schwartz, who teach-es only Senior A classes, greetedthe newcomers and said he wouldawait them four years hence.

Dr. B. L. Cash invited all totake their X-Ray and Physio-Therapy problems to him andsaid he would welcome the op-portunity to aid all he could.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Dean ofthe college, spoke on the behav-ior of the students. "Do not dis-grace yourselves or the school,"he said. He also said that theboard had agreed to adhere tostrict attendance rules in the fu-ture.

Miss Ava Johnson, who hasfreshman classes, re-greeted theneophytes and suggested thatthey make it a rule to studyfrom the beginning.

Dr. R. B. Bachma'n spoke afew words on "Osteopathy With-out Limitation," which weretimely and well worth while.

Dr. Johnson, oldest in pointof service, spoke last. "Look outfor cynicism or closed-minded.ness," he said. "Absorb wisdomand you won't have time to talkabout it."

Those faculty members whowere unable to be present wereDrs. H. J. Marshall and J. M.Woods, and Attorney Sampson.

State Board

MinnesotaThe Minnesota State Board of

Examiners in Osteopathy willhold its next examination onMarch 12 and 13. Applicationsmust be in by March 1. Applyfor information to Dr. ArthurTaylor, Torinus Blk., Stillwater,Minnesota.

Convocation, Jan. 11

Attorney H. E. Sampson, newprofessor of Medical Jurispru-dence, was the speaker. His sub-ject was "Responsibilities of aPhysician in His Community."

"Men of all professions," Mr.Sampson stated, "seem to havesmall respect for their legal ob-ligations. There are plenty oflegitimate opportunities withineach profession and those whostep over into illegal practice areno credit either to their profes-sion or school and sooner orlater will meet a day of reckon-ing.

"Due to the depression morepeople are ready to institute mal-practice suits and more refuse topay fees than ever before. Be onguard against these pitfalls.

"If you are going to be acredit to your profession youmust give consideration to legis-lative problems. As members ofsociety you should see that littleby little you attain absolute leg-al equality for your profession.

"Go out of school as far morethan a doctor. Become an import-ant member of society and con-duct yourself as a law abidingcitizen, making your professionan honored factor among thepeople you serve. You must behonest, not out of a sense offear, but from a real desire tobe that way."

Mr. Sampson's message wasone we can all carry in our mem-ories and hearken to many times.His advice was sound and neces-sary and the student body sin-cerely appreciates the opportun-ity of hearing him.

Commencement Exer-cises January 25

(Continued from Page 1)time has existed for billions ofyears - three score and tenyears are insignificant when weconsider the time we know theearth has existed. Happiness isnot a fair measurement. Not bysuccess-success is merely reach-ing a goal which is sometimesevil, selfish or shallow. The onlytrue standard for the measure-ment of life is Growth -' howmuch have you grown? Doesyour knowledge and abilitygrow with the passing of time?Only by consistent growth anddevelopment can we really live atrue life."

Mr. Sutton next gave a vocalrendition of "Invictus."

Dr. Robert B. Bachman, act-ing Dean, presented the class toPresident C. W. Johnson, whoconferred the degrees.

The Class of January, 1935:Edmund Charles Baird, Louis

Henry Carleton, Albert WilliamDennis, John C. Ennis, LesterPerkins Fagen, Delbert FrancisJohnson, Howard Franklin Kale,Sidney Leonard Michelman, Law-rence Milton Nixon, RaymondParker Perdue, Russell BrowettStephens, Hudson Heber Sproul,and Byron Adin Wayland.

Looking For A Practice?The Log Book does not accept

advertising, but occasionallythere comes to the editor an-nouncements concerning prac-tices for sale. At this time thereare many' new men going intothe field so the following noticesare printed for the benefit ofthose who might be interested.

W. N. Stuver, D. 0., has apractice for sale. Address him atFairfield, Iowa.

Wisconsin practice. Addres.iDr. W. A. Sliker, 1st Nat'l. BanliBldg., Portage, Wis.

Equipment and practice byDr. Harold R. Cox, Randall,Kansas.

Location and equipment of thelate Dr. F. A. Barger. AddressMrs. F. A. Barger, Sidney, Nebr.

Equipment of the late Dr. Fan-nie Gosden. Address Mrs. EmilyKissinger, 203 N. 13th St., Nor-folk, Nebr. The equipment maybe inspected at the home of Mrs.Henry Gosden, 8 miles south ofFarley, Iowa.

The city of Elko, Nevada,needs a D. 0. Good state, won-derful opportunity.

Osteopathy Bests In-fantile Paralysis

Unit No. Two of the Los An-geles County General Hospital(Osteopathic) Los Angeles, Cal.,has set an enviable record inthe treatment of Anterior polio-myelitis. Some months ago LosAngeles was in the midst of anepidemic of this dread diseasewhich was attacking young andold alike. Unit No. One (Medi-cal) saw its nursing and phy-sicians staff decimated by thecontagion of the paralysis, whileUnit No. Two (Osteopathic) in-stituted daily Osteopathic treat-ments for all connected with theinstitution and, so valuable wasthe prophylaxis of these treat-ments, no one was lost fromduty during the entire epi-demic!

The Osteopathic unit register-ed 150 cases of infantile paraly-sis with the following startlingresults: 1 death, complicatedwith meningitis; 5 crippled; and144 cured without any apparentimpairment of muscular func-tion! Such a record is previouslyunheard of.

Treatment was as follows:-(1) injection of 10cc wholeblood intramuscularly 1 to 3times daily; (2) cervical exten-sion 1 to 2 times daily, onehand under occiput with otherunder chin and vibrating patientgently for 1 to 3 minutes; and(3) turning of patient to aprone position three times daily.

Once again Osteopathy con-clusively proves itself as a supe-rior method of therapy!

Location

Dr. Marvin E. Green an-nounces the removal of his of-fice from Carroll, Iowa, to 517 /2Lake Avenue, Storm Lake, Iowa.

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District Circuit Meetings

As this issue of the Log Bookcomes to you, the third and finalof the series of district circuitmeetings will have been partlycompleted. Thru the generousco-operation of the Deans ofStill College, and of the Kirks-ville College of Osteopathy andSurgery, namely, Drs. J. P.Schwartz and H. G. Swanson,this circuit has come to you.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz and yourstate president, Dr. F. A. Gor-don, met with the 2nd districtat Dr. Sturmer's office in Shen-andoah, on Feb. 12; with 5thdistrict at Hotel Martin, inSioux City, on Feb. 13; with 1stdistrict at Hotel Roosevelt, inCedar Rapids, on Feb. 19; andwith 3d district at Hotel Ottum-wa, in Ottumwa, on Feb. 20.Dr. Schwartz addressed thesegroups on "Treatment of Urin-ary T nfections," "Diagnosis ofthe Acute Abdomen," and gave"Radio Health Talks." Dr. Gor-don's subject was "Your Organ-izations."

K W C R at Cedar Rapids willbroadcast the Health Talk 3:00to 3:15, on February 19th.

Dr. H. G. Swanson, Dean ofthe Kirksville College of Osteo-pathy and Surgers, will meetwith the 6th district at HotelSavery III, in Des Moines, onFeb. 26; and with the 4th dis-trict in Mason City, at HotelHanford, on Feb. 27. He will ad-dress these groups on "SomeFundamentals in OsteopathicEducation," "Certain Diseases ofthe Nervous System," and willgive "Radio Health Talks." Yourstate president will accompanyhim to these districts.

That this project of the mem-bership committee has been ap-preciated is attested to by the50 additional members to ourrolls. The varied programs havefed our mutual interests. Sin-cerely we thank Dr. S. A. Hele-brant, andhis commnitteemen,Drs. Risser, Loerke, Campbell,Martin, Humphrey, and L. E.Gordon, for their untiring effortsin our behalf.

Legislative CommitteeAt a recent board meeting

your trustees voted to place allactivities on legislation entirelyin the hands of that committee.They are to confine their activ-ities within the budget raised,and to make a complete account-ing to the Secretary prior to thenext annual meeting. Address allcommunications to the commit-tee Secretary, Dr. C. N. Stryker,Sioux City.

-F. A. Gordon, D. O.

MembershipForty per cent of the Osteo-

pathic profession in Iowa nowbelongs to the state association.This is a good increase over lastyear, but there are still toomany on the side lines. A statemembership should be consider-ed a privilege and not a duty.

During the past month dueshave been sent in by Dr. B. Got-schall of Waterloo, and Dr. B.E. Poundstone of Plover.

A state membership card is aninsurance policy in your profes-sion. At this moment there is apossibility of losing a great por-tion of your legal rights. Just asmall percentage of the profes-sion is protecting these rights,and it has been forced to carrythe entire burden. This is notime for the old stand-bys orthe newcomers to throw up thesponge. The situation here inIowa is critical and it is up toyou to support your organiza-tions. Send your check to Dr.French, or look up the member-ship chairman at any of the dis-trict meetings.

Take a day off and rub shoul-ders with your fellow practition-ers. It will do you a lot of good,and with the fine program youshould be able to pick up a num-ber of new ideas.

-S. A. Helebrant.

Polk County AssociationMeets

Polk County Osteopathic As-sociation met in regular sessionFebruary 8, at Hotel Savery, inthe Florentine Room.

The program was a roundtable discussion on "Soft TissueWork versus Bony Lesions."Leaders, in order, were Dr. MaryE. Golden and Dr. D. W. Rob-erts. It proved a very interestingprogram and was followed by agood bit of general discussion.

At our next meeting, March 8,Dr. George Conley, our NationalPresident, and President of theKansas City College, will be thespeaker. All Osteopaths in thisdistrict are invited to enjoy theprogram with us.

Attention. Sixth -Ditriet t-L tbe Lam LkA A kL - LA

Two dates of especial interestare here!

On February 26, at HotelSavery, the Sixth District meet-ing will open at 10:00 a. m. Dr.H. G. Swanson of Kirksville,will be the speaker.

March 8, Dr. George Conley ofKansas City, will be here forthe regular Polk County meet-ing and the members of the Six-th District are invited to attend.

Being Fair

It would seem to be very sim-ple and easy to be fair. No mat-ter what our personal opinionabout a thing might be, it oughtto be quite within the reach ofour powers to present a perfectlyclear, fair statement of the case.But it is not easy. Try it. Canyou really appreciate and under-stand another man's viewpointand sincerity about any issue?Can you really state the evidencewithout putting your opponentin an unfavorable light? If youcan, you have an unusually fine,fair and analytical mind.

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(Continued from Page 1)were Dr. Fagen's prognostica-tions.

Byron Wayland next present-ed to the college an oil paintingdone by L. P. Fagen, a memberof the class. This particular tal-ent of Dr. Fagen's was a distinctsurprise to most of us but theexquisite blending of rich colorharmonies in this mountainscene proves his artistic ability.President C. W. Johnson accept-ed the picture on behalf of thecollege.

Dr. Halladay then took chargeand introduced Ed "Sarge"Ramsey and Bernie Lowe. Ber-nie, impressario of the Mayfair,presented Al Fenoglia, who play-ed a medley of Italian airs onhis piano accordean. As an en-core he played "Rain" and "Mr.and Mrs. Is the Name."

Bernie next introduced SallySage, purported to have been avocalist with Hal Kemp. How-ever it was readily apparent thather stay with this maestro ofjazz could have been nothing buta short one. She first attempted"I've Got That Old FashionedLove," at the conclusion ofwhich she complained of the pi-ano. It cannot be denied that theinstrument was sadly out of tunebut it is the first requisite of aprofessional entertainer that heor she always strive to "sell theact" no matter what adversitiesmight prevail. Miss Sage dis-tinctly showed her amateurismwhen she commenced to sing"I've Got a Right to Sing theBlues." In the middle thereofshe stopped and left the stage,showing very unprofessional be-havior. She suffered greatly incomparison with a young ladywho sang several very delightfulnumbers to the same piano a fewweeks previously.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz next pre-sented the following awards:

ANATOMY: Edmund Baird,John C. Ennis, Howard Kale andRussell Stephens.

OBSTERICS: AssistantsRussell Stephens and ByronWayland. Proficiency - EdmundBaird, Albert Dennis, John En-nis, Delbert Johnson and Ray-mond Perdue.

GENERAL CLINIC: John En-nis and Albert Dennis.

DR. MARSHALL'S TROPHY:Louis Carleton.

SIGMA SIGMA PHI AWARDfor Science, to Lawrence Nixonand for Service, to Russell Ste-phens.

POST GRADUATE CERTIFI-CATE: Dr. Orval L. Cooper.

Last on the program was theawarding of anatomy keys byDr. Halladay to the followingfreshmen having an average of95 % or above in Osteology:-Boston, Moeller, Sutton, Houghan, Wicke, O'Berski, Haight, Luby, O'Shana, Simmons, AyresTempleton, Anderson, FrankPaul, Simpson, Beamer, Blanding, Kelsey, Sargent, Danielsand Irwin.

Dr. Wilburn J. Deason recent-ly received a fine writeup in theLiterary Digest as one who"Stands Out from the Crowd."The article failed to mentionthat Dr. Deason was an Osteo-pathic physician but was, withal,a fine tribute to him.

? ? ?Dr. F. A. Barger, '17, of Sid-

ney, Nebraska, recently passedaway.

More Attention ForBossy

A few years ago Iowa wasstartled by its now famous "cowwar." The legislature had pass-sed, against the- opposition orl -various farm groups, a compul-sory bovine T. B. testing law.Various dairy farmers in a cer-tain section of the state refusedto comply with the law and thegovernor called out the Nation-al Guard to force the issue. Theresult was the imprisonment ofseveral farmers, the testing ofthe cows in question, a nice out-ing for the guard, a huge billto the taxpayers, and boundlesspublicity for the state.

Now we note that the stateof New York has gone Iowa onestep further. New York's newsanitary code now holds thatafter January 1, 1936, all rawmilk produced within the stateshall come from cows free fromBang's disease (infectious ab-ortion.) Besides limiting bovinereproduction and milk yieldBang's disease may induce un-dulant fever in humans throughingested milk coming fromsuch affected cows.

Perhaps this will not expe-dite a "cow war" in New Yorkbut, should the Iowa GeneralAssembly enact a similar lawwho can prognosticate whatmight occur? Perhaps, however,the agarians et al are now en-lightened sufficiently tc --- ea-A----that many measures which, forthe moment, are not pleasant fora few, are really advantageousto society as a whole in prevent-ing the spread of disease. Weshall hope that this is the case.

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on breaking with spoons fat bec-cafio or garden warbler was seenlying in the pepper-seasonedyolk. Therewith, ulsum, a mix-ture of Hymettian honey andFalernian wine, was copiouslydrunk. Further courses consistedof a vast roast swine which wassucceeded by a wild boar stuffedwith little sausages." And so on.

Compare the diets upon whichwe today develop high bloodpressure with these of the an-cients. Small wonder that thesegreat empires are today but amemory.

Bibliography: "LivingChurch"-"Med. Pocket Quarterly."

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Dr. R. B. BachmanInjured in Accident

Dr. Robert B. Bachman, headof the Department of Obstetrics,received severe injuries in anaccident on Sunday, February24. Dr. Bachman and his familyhad driven to Winterset, wherethe doctor was attending pa-tients. In returning they metwith the worst blizzard of theyear The car' stalled an_ wialedDr. Bachman was attempting tomake repairs he was struck bya passing car, the driver ofwhich was blinded by the snow.He was thrown against his carin such a way as to strike hishead and was unconscious for atime. As soon as help could besummoned the family went toLorimer and took a train to DesMoines.

Subsequent X-Ray examina-tion disclosed a frontal skullfracture which will, of course,necessitate his being confined tobed for some time.

We are pleased to be able tostate, at time of going to print,that Dr. Bachman is making veryfavorable progress and we an-ticipate his complete recovery.

The classes in Obstetrics arebeing taught by Dr. James R.Shaffer, Assistant Professor ofObstetrics, and Dr. John M.Woods.

Dr. Conley Visits CityMarch 8

Dr. George Conley, presidentof the Kansas City College ofT-hTwopathy -ai Surgery- anrdpresident of the American Os-teopathic Association, was inDes Moines on March 8, to at-tend a session of the Polk Coun-ty Osteopathic Association.

In the morning Dr. Conley ad-dressed the student body of StillCollege, a report of which ap-pears elsewhere in this issue.

Following the noon luncheonof the society at Hotel Savery,Dr. John M. Woods delivered anaddress on "Spinal Centers andReflexes." Dr. Conley spoke atthe evening banquet, choosing ashis theme "Osteopathic Organi-zation."

Students of the college wereinvited to attend the banquetand many took advantage of theoffer. It was a real pleasure tohave our national president inour midst. The students appre-ciate meeting with him and re-ceiving the valuable messageand inspiration he left :withthem. His return to the city willbe eagerly anticipated.

Dr. Johnson Speaksin Detroit

Dr. C. W. Johnson, presidentof D. M. S. C. O., journeyed toDetroit, Mich., February 21 and22, to address the Detroit Societyof Osteopathic Physicians andSurgeons. The meeting was heldat the Book-Cadillac Hotel un-der the sponsorship of the Mich-igan Osteopathic Association ofPhysicians and Surgeons ..

Dr. Johnson's topic was "Men-tal Hygiene and Its Relation toGeneral Practice." Knowing Dr.Johnson as we do and beingaware of his masterful knowl-edge of Nervous and MentalPhysiology and Diseases, we arecertain that the Detroit physi-cians received a valuable and in-structive message on this toooften overlooked phase of prac-tice.

Civic Organizations HearAva Johnson

Ava L. Johnson has beenspeaking before the public thismonth. The morning of March 1,she addressed the college assem-bly on the subject of "Child Re-search Labratory at Mooseheart,Aurora, Illinois." In the after-noon of March 1, her subjectwas "Psychology of the GrowingChild," before the combinedPre-School and Pre-AdolescentStudy Groups of the AmericanAssociation of University Wo-men. Wednesday evening, Mar.6, Miss Johnson addressed theBusiness Girls' Club at the Y. W.C. A n.- ~on--"'Valuable Leisure'-.. She.will repeat, by popular request,her course on "Psychology ofPersonality" as a part of thespring Adult Education programof the Y. W. C. A. The lectureswill start March 26 and continueuntil June.

Dr. Hines to Studyin Europe

Dr. Wm. Hines, '32, and Mrs.Hines sailed March 4 for Ger-many, where the doctor willspend a year in hospitals andclinics in the great German med-ical centers.

Dr. Hines shipped his automo-bile to Europe and, following hisyear's work, he and his wife planto tour the continent and theBritish Isles via motor beforereturning to America.

Dr. Hines has been practicingin Spearhead, So. Dakota, sincehis graduation.

Dr. Sutphin Speakson Athletics

Dr. M. E. Sutphin, '30, Dallas,Texas, addressed the North Tex-as Osteopathic Association Con-vention at Gainesville, Texas,Feb. 16, on the subject "AthleticInjuries."

Dr. Sutphin's address as re-ported in the Gainesville DailyRegister was in part:-" '-'The care t and treatmeent of

athletic injuries resolves itselfinto a complete and distinctivestudy of its own, due to the factthat all injuries are traumatic innature and affecting healthybodies.

"To successfully apply tapefor the prevention or cure of aninjury one must first have acomplete knowledge of the un-derlying structures, bony, liga-mentous and muscular, and beable with an X-Ray eye to seethe anatomy and function of suchstructures.

"In athletic work one mustapply tape to substitute for in-jured muscles and ligaments andyet enable the player to main-tain the greatest amount of nor-mal movement with the leastamount of discomfort."

Dr. Sutphin formerly practicedin Des Moines and was, for atime, team physician at Drake

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Five D. M. S. C. 0. MenDetroit Internes

Five members of the Classof '35 have been chosen to in-terne at the Detroit-OsteopathicHospital, commencing in June.There are annually six positionsopen in this hospital and thecollege is proud of the showingits graduates have made in beingselected to serve in this out-standing Osteopathic institution.The men chosen are W. C. An-dreen, Harry Eckelman, EdwardLodish, John Secor, and RussellB. Stephens. Congratulations!

Dr. McFarland Goesto Wichita

Dr. H. E. McFarland, '29, re-cently was appointed to the staffof the Southwestern OsteopathicSanitarium, Wichita, Kansas. Hehas been made head of the De-partment of Pediatrics and En-docrinology at that institution.

Dr. McFarland previously in-terned at Des Moines GeneralHospital and practiced for sev-eral years at Centerville, Iowa.

Dr. Schwartz Speaks inSouthern Iowa

uver Station KAN 'NI

Dr. John P. Schwartz, Dean ofD.M.S.C.O. and Surgeon-in-Chiefof Des Moines General Hospital,recently made a speaking tripinto Southern Iowa, where hespoke before several District As-sociations, local clubs, and onradio station KFNF.

The following is a portion ofan article appearing in the Shen-andoah Gazette of Feb. 14, un-der the heading "Rotarians En-joy Famous Osteopath in HealthSpeech."

"Dr. Schwartz gave a mostcarefully prepared paper on "AnInventory of Health." He gave abrief history of Osteopathy fromthe time of its founder. The the-ory which this noted Osteopathadvanced, that the body haswithin itself the capability tofunction for its own promotionof h ealth, and_. rviding. for im-


Parkhurst AppointedHealth Officer

Dr. L. S. Parkhurst, '30, hasbeen appointed Superintendentof the County Board of Healthof McKenzie County, North Da-kota.

Dr. Parkhurst has also beensetting several records in hispractice in Watford City, NorthDakota. He recently officiated atthe births of two infants in dif-ferent parts of the city justseven minutes apart! This musthave called for some real speed.Another obstetrical record wasset when Dr. Parkhurst deliver-ed four babies in three days. Itmust be remembered that thedoctor practices in a small cityand the amount of work he isdoing speaks well for the stand-ing he holds in his community.

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Xiphoid Chapter of the AtlasClub is proud to announce thefinal initiation of the followingBrothers: DeWitt Goode, Ed-ward Hensel, Robert Dawe, Law-rence Ford, Leigh Beamer, PaulO'Shana, Brenton Schiffer, Hen-ry Leslie, and Arthur Haight.The initiation ceremonies werecompleted on the afternoon ofSunday, March 3, after a dinnerat Hazel's Tearoom, which wasattended by the entire member-ship.

Week ends find the house hostto the members and their ladyfriends. The Freshmen are usu-ally courteous enough to allowthe upper classmen to be presentat these "open house nights."This privilege is greatly appre-ciated, especially by the sopho-mores, who like to stay homeand study on Saturday nights!

The sympathy of the entirechapter is sincerely extended toBro. Carl Schefold, whose fatherpassed away March 5. Mr. Sche-fold was ill but a short time.

We wish to congratulate thefollowing Brothers who have ob-tained internships at the DetroitOsteopathic Hospital: RussellStephens, of the January Class;Wendell Clemens Andreen, Ed-ward Lodish, and John Secor,all of the May class. The boyswill begin their work in July.

The basketball team, schoolchampions, seems to have com-pleted its work as far as thepresent season is concerned.Each member will probably gethis suit in recognition of his ser-vices unless the remaining mem-bers request their return to thec---- --eha-per! Such--action will not beappreciated by the team.

(This harried scribe wishes toexpress his earnest and heart-feltappreciation of the eulogy offeredin the preceding Log Book byJohn F. [Barbara] Bumpus.)

IOTA TAU SIGMA(T. 'C. Hobbs)

There has been much celebrat-ing at the "ITS" house lately.The occasion being the return ofDr. Gerry Whetstine, who hasjust completed a year's intern-ship at the Massachusetts Osteo-pathic Hospital, in Boston. Weare all very much interested inthe things he has to tell us aboutthe cultured East.

After all we said last monthabout the possibilities and ad-vantages of someone breakingBrother Francis (Shirley Tem-ple) Yukl's pipe, we find it justbackfired.

The party staged at the chap-ter house the other week-endwas a huge success. Several moreare in store for the immediatefuture.

ne by Brotherfforts, PledgeId his favoritehives. This po-in relation toaliege Inn, and

indefinately.licate Ed's ap-we could putunds we've al-

has promisedthe delights of

Ithe Siinnv Souniith this simncr

including the chicken dinnersand those Southern Belles we'veheard so much about. We're ser-iously considering taking him upon the proposition. We've al-ways had a yen for yams, etc.,that has never been satisfied.

We fully intended to heckelBrother Happel about somethingbut all the old excuses seem tobe worn out and no new oneshave appeared. We hate that.

Brother Pohl absolutely re-fuses to be enticed as far awayas Army Post Road. We'reafraid our Hugo must be slip-ping.

PHI SIGMA GAMMA.(J. J. Herrin)

Formal initiation, followed bya buffet supper, ushered into ac-tive membership five new P. S.G.'s Sunday, March 3, at thechapter house. Having passedthrough a semester of pledge-ship they were voted eligible forinitiation. We are pleased to ex-tend greeting to, and to welcomeas actives, Brothers Robert Hoe-fer, Myron Bos, Emil Braunsch-weig, Jerry O'Berski, and LeighWhitney.

Pledges for this semester areJames Dunham, Columbus, O.,Pat Kelsey, Des Moines, andWilfred Slater, Kent, O. Plansare being completed for HellWeek-so good luck, pledges!

The entire fraternity was theguest of Dr. and Mrs. Klein, onthe evening of February 15, attheir home. Following a delic-ious dinner, Mr. Arant, of theArant Shoe Co., gave an inter-esting talk on "Salesmanship."Its application to the future doc-tor was appreciated by all.Bridge comprised the evening'sentertainment, with honors go-ing to Walter Irvin, BryceSteeves, and Fred Hecker. Thankyou, Dr. and Mrs. Klein, for amost enjoyable evening.

Dr. J. M. Woods was speakerat our monthly work night, Feb.25. Dr. Woods brought out thefact that the young doctor shouldnot be limited to textbook knowl-edge. He must enter into thecultural and social life of hiscommunity, and by so doing, willaid himself in building and main-taining his practice.

At our work night March 11,Dr. I. C. Gordon delivered aninteresting talk on "Physiother-apy," and its rising prominencein the healing profession. Dr.Gordon gave a brief resume ofthe works of several leading Ger-man doctors by way of illustrat-ing his lecture.

Several house functions havebeen planned by the social com-mittee under the direction of BobHoefer. Coming at various

times, they will break the mon-otony of the semester grind andthrow off our Spring fever.

We regret that Stan Wilkas isunable to be back this semester,but hope to see him again nextfall.

When the sun casts its shad-ows upon the snow-coveredground these semi-spring eve-nings, the chairs scrape as thebridge teams swing into actionfor their early evening practice.The radio tuned to the soft mu-sic of a popular dance band andthe cigars, pipes and cigarettesgiving off a blue haze of com-fort, these modern gladiators ofthe noble sport hurl theirtrumps in defiance as their low-ly opponents vainly endeavor tobring home their four club bid.The fever of combat is in theirblood and with wooden facestheir bids resound on the heav-ily charged air. One heart-twospades-four clubs-and as thebid is tossed back and forth thecigar is inhaled more deeply, thepipe is clamped a bit too ner-vously, muscles tense, and asthe cards are thrown upon thetable, each play is made with acertain slow, deliberate motion.Oh yes, these bridge games aretaken seriously-even the kibit-izers hold their breath-andwhen the final score is added therelaxation is felt over the entirehouse.

Fairfield, Iowa, OffersOpportunity

Dr. Willis N. Stuver, Fairfield,Iowa, is removing his office toS. Louis, Mo., and would like toget in touch with someone in-terested in his location in Fair-field. Fairfield is a college townof some 7,000 population. TheCounty Hospital is open to D.O.'s and Osteopathy is wellknown in the community. Anyone interested is urged to writeto Dr. Stuver at once.

State Board

West VirginiaThe next meeting of the West

Virginia Board of Osteopathywill be held in Beckley, June 10and 11, 1935, at the offices ofDr. B. Harwood James, NewLilly Building.

Application blanks may be se-cured by writing the Secretary,Dr. Guy E. Morris, 542 EmpireBank Building, Clarksburg, WestVirginia.

Locations

DevineDr. Joe Devine, '33, announces

the establishment of his practicein Hugo, Oklahoma. Dr. Devinerecently completed an internshipin Brooklyn, N. Y.

The world is a looking glass,and it gives back to every manthe reflection of his own face.Frown at it and it will turn andlook sourly at you; laugh at itand with it and it is a jolly, kindcompanion.-Wm. Thackery.

"California, Here ICome!"

The between semester interimwas utilized by Miss Ava John-son to take a motor trip to Cali-fornia. A friend who was goingto Berkeley as Campfire execu-tive, needed a companion andMiss Johnson grasped the oppor-tunity. Leaving Iowa in the gripof ice and sleet, they reachedspring time in Kansas City anddrove thru summer the rest ofthe way. The Southern route wasa bower of sunshine and flowersthru the whole 2600 miles, allof it on paving.

The Arizona desert and, theCalifornia fruit groves were es-pecially colorful after the winterrains. Hillsides brilliant withwild flowers, avenues of yellowAcacia trees in bloom and culti-vated gardens showing pansies,fresia, jonquile and camilla,made Iowa's winter seem faraway. Within a few hours afterreaching San Francisco, MissJohnson boarded the train forhome and met her classes at thebeginning of the first week ofthe semester. Enroute she had avisit with Dr. C. C. Carter, classof '23, who is doing very wellin Big Springs, Texas, and whowishes there were more Osteo-pathic physicians near him.

She made a short call at theLos Angeles school, admiringthe beautiful Spanish architec-ture and fine setting of thebuildings.

M. J. Schwartz EditsState Paper

Dr. M. J. Schwartz, '33, Mus-kogee, Oklahoma, was chosen toedit the new publication of theOklahoma Osteopathic Associa-tion, "The Oklahoma Osteopath-ic Journal."

The publication consists of 12pages, printed on good stock,carrying articles of news, scien-tific subjects and a fair percent-age of advertising. Volmiffmie --Number 1, was well worth theeffort expended by Dr. Schwartzand the Oklahoma Association,and we await subsequent issueswith keen anticipation.

MarriagesGreening-Baird

Miss Ruby Greening, DesMoines, and Dr. Edmund C.Baird, Jan., '35, were married atClarinda, Iowa, March 1. Dr.and Mrs. Oscar Campbell at-tended the bride and groom. Theyoung couple left at once forOklahoma, where Dr. Baird in-tends to establish his practice.

Robinson-HunterProfessor E. L. Robinson an-

nounced the marriage of hisdaughter, Grace Florence, to Dr.Melville Gunby Hunter, on Feb-ruary 28, at Tampa, Florida. Thecouple will be at home at 503WV. Columbus Drive, Tampa, Fla.

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Second GenerationAttends Still

Each year children of Osteo-pathic physicians follow theirparent's footsteps to the studyof Osteopathy. It is a grand trib-ute to the profession to see thesesecond generation students be-come Osteopathic physicians.rerhap-S in no -fother- proffessiondoes this occur in so great ameasure as in Osteopathy.

Sons and daughters of alumniof D. M. S. C. 0. now attendingtheir progenitor's alma materare: Paul Kimberly, Des Moines;Velma Gehman, Des Moines;Robert Fagen, Des Moines; andArthur Haight, Detroit, Mich.Another, Harvey Brindenstine,St. Joseph, Mo., has an aunt whois a Still alumnus.

Among our students may befound three whose fathers grad-uated from some other Osteo-pathic college. J. Franklin Bum-pus, Denver, Colorado; Glenn E.Bigsby, Aurora, Neb.; and Clif-ford Hammond, Bartlesville, Ok-lahoma.

There are some instances ofthird generation Osteopathic stu-dents and their number willdoubtlessly increase rapidly inthe future.

These parents know real Os-teopathy through having prac-ticed it for years and what couldmore eloquently prove the truthof the Osteopathic concept andthe efficacy of its method oftherapy?

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The Sixth District (Iowa) So-ciety of Osteopathic Physiciansand Surgeons met at the HotelSavery in Des Moines, for an allday session Feb. 26. Dr. H. G.Swanson, Dean of the Kirksville,College of Osteopathy and Sur-gery, was the principal speaker.He addressed the morning ses-sion with an excellent discourseupon "Fundamentals of Osteo-pathic Education." He stressedthe need for a thorough ground-ing in the basic sciences followedby an intensive study of Osteo-pathic history and principles.With this foundation the studentis ready for the clinical subjectswhich should have an Osteopath-ic application in every practicalway. The doctor also stressedthe need for continued studythroughout life, especially thruassociation with fellow practi-tioners in our Osteopathic soci-,eties.

Following the noon luncheonour state president, Dr. F. A.Gordon of Marshalltown, spokeof the benefits of our associationsto the profession and urged ourco-operation., He was followedby Dr. Paul Park, Des Moines,chairman of our state legislativecommittee, who presented theaccomplishments and futureplans of the committee.

Dr. Swanson's afternoon talkwas upon "Certain Nervous Dis-orders" with special emphasisupon the examination of thesecases. Both talks by Dean Swan-son were very interesting as wellas instructive and those in at-tendance left feeling that theday had been well spent.

Many Osteopthic physiciansfrom other portions of the statewere in attendance and the sen-ior class of Still College was aninvited guest.-(J. M. W.)

Convocation, Feb. 15The college orchestra, aug-

mented since its last appearanceby a guitar, played two overt-ures, "Stars Fall on Alabama"and "Moon Song."

After the generous applausedied down, Dr. Halladay intro-duced the new mid-year class.The percentage of girls in thisclass is astonishing, greater thanin any class for some time. Con-gratulations to the girls of theclass of Jan., 1939. Iowa, asusual, led numerically, withMichigan and Ohio, also as us-ual, second and third, respect-ively. This class made a fine im-pression and we know that itwill live up to all expectations.Welcome to Still, Class of Janu-ary, '39!

A group of second generationOsteopathic students was nextintroduced. These are the sonsand daughters of Osteopathicparents carrying on in Osteo-pathy. A list of these studentswill be found elsewhere in thisissue.

Students who were forced todrop out for a time but returnedto take up their work in mid-year are Jimmie Dunham andWilliam Jones, both of Ohio.

Several transferred to us fromother schools and were intro-duced so that we might welcomethem to Still and more readilybecome acquainted with them.

Following routine announce-ments the orchestra went Har-lem on "Blue Prelude."

Atlas Wins BasketballTrophy

After completion of the sea-son's schedule the cagemen ofthe Atlas Club were found roost-ing on the top rung of the com-petitive ladder.

I. T. S. barely eked out sec-ond place from the Non-Fratsand the P. S. G.'s are cellarchampions.

The winning team was madeup of the following men: Capt.Costello, Evans, Eddy, Stimson,Andreen, Hagerty, Simmons, andBumpus.

Convocation, March 1The dulcet strains of the Still

College orchestra reverberatedagainst the tympanic membranesof the members of the facultyand student body as they gath-ered for the weekly convocation,the opus being "Two Cigarettesin the Dark." Under the expertand scintillating direction of thedrummer, Sparky Gerlach, thegroup "went to town" on theold familiar tune "Dinah." Afterthe musicians proved that therewas "no one finer in the state ofCaroliner," Dr. Halladay intro-duced Miss Ava Johnson.

Miss Johnson gave a most in-tresting talk upon the work be-ing done at Mooseheart, Ill. Jas.J. Davis, now U. S. Senator fromPennsylvania, founded the LoyalOrder of Moose, a combinationinsurance and fraternal organi-zation. This lodge, with its aux-iliary "The Ladies of the Moose"own the children's home atMooseheart. The home, coveringan estate of some 1,200 acres,accommodates approximately1,700 inhabitants, has its ownpost office, industrial plants,newspaper, stores, etc. It takesin orphans of lodge membersand, in many cases, survivingmembers of the family. Mothers,or others of a family, live sep-arately from the children andare given employment. Babiesare kept in a separate portion ofthe institution know as "BabyVillage."

In the Baby Village a pre-school nursery is maintainedand the children are taught al-most from infancy to be an in-tegral part of the communityand to get along with other peo-ple.

Kindergarten is an extensionof the pre-school nursery andthe children are taken in smallgroups. Grade school is similarto others. In Junior High all boysmust choose 8 of 46 trades. Theyspend 12 weeks on each of theeight and then choose the onethey are the most apt in to de-velop. The girls choose 4 tradesand develop one in a like man-ner.

One hundred per cent of allchildren in Mooseheart mustgraduate from High School. Dur-ing their course they spend theafternoons developing their re-spective trades. The last twosummers they work at theirtrade, earning their own money.

Definite programs of researchwere commenced 2 years ago.Research is being pursued insuch fields as the PsychologicalDevelopment of the IChild; Phy-siological Development of theChild; Pediatrics; etc. Problemsalready worked out include"Bone Growth." "Physiology ofthe Heart in Childhood," etc.

The convocation was broughtto a close by a revival of themovie hit of a few years ago,"Forty-Second Street," by theorchestra.

Error of opinion may be tol-erated where reason is left freeto combat it.-(Thomas Jeffer-son.)

Convocation, March 8

Dr. Conley SpeaksAt this assembly it was our

great pleasure to have as ourguest Dr. George Conley, presi-dent of the Kansas City Collegeand president of the AmericanOsteopathic Association.

Dr. Conley was introduced byour president, Dr. C. W. John-son, and delivered a messagewhich will be long remembered.It was interesting to learn how,against even personal antipathyand prejudices, the fates decreedthat Dr. Conley become a physi-cian and later one of the fore-most surgeons in his profession.

He then briefly discussed thestatus of Osteopathy in GreatBritain, making mention of theamazing mental peregrinations ofone Lord Moynihan, prominentBritish surgeon.

Following a sketch of Dr. Stilland the early days, Dr. Conleydiscussed Osteopathic practice."The greatest obstacle," he said,"is the very simplicity of Osteo-pathy. We seem to think wemust do more or use some sup-plemental methods which, often,are not necessary. Also we aresometimes prone to think, be-cause of this simplicity, that weknow it all and cease to study.This we must not do."

Dr. Conley quoted the notedmedical leader, Dr. Crile ofCleveland, Ohio, who recentlysaid "Since medicinal and vac-cine therapy have failed in acutepyogenic infections there re-mains only physiological meth-ods. The cell itself must createthe substances necessary for itsprotection." Our national presi-dent commented on these re-marks as follows: "Medicine hasbeen looking for a sort of may-onnaise dressing to pour overOsteopathy to make its deglu-tion easy. Goldthwaite's newbook says, 'Skeletal deformitiesare responsible for many ills.'You'll remember that Goldth-waite is the man who, in 1901,'discovered' that the Sacro-Iliacj oin t- hradi --roement. --------

In conclusion the speakerstated, "Osteopathy has every-thing of value that medicine has.The M. D. is trying to get intoour yard. Let him try. Let usstay on our own reservation. Re-member that Osteopathic ances-try begins where Medicine'sleaves off. Join your national,state and local organizations andpractice real Osteopathy."

Announcement of the SigmaSigma Phi all-school dance, onMarch 15, was made by W. C.Andreen.

The orchestra played "BluePrelude" at the conclusion ofwhich Dr. J. P. Schwartz intro-duced a very charming lady,Mrs. George Conley, wife of ournational president and "firstlady" of the profession.

The chaser was "Dinah," a re-quest of the student body."Dinah," apparently, has hadsome glands implanted or some-thing, as she seems to be gettingmore spry with the years.

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District MeetingsDistrict Meetings

The six district meetings heldlast month completed the seriesof three such held during thepresent society year, The inter-est in the entire series has-beenmost gratifying, both in the gen-eral interest manifested, as wellas the increased state and dist-rict membership. They have beeninspirational as well as educa-tional and the officers and boardfeel repaid for the year's workin this respect.

President F. A. Gordon wasaccompanied in the recent meet-ings by Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Deanof the Des Moines Still College,in the First, Second, Third andFifth Districts. Dean H. G. Swan-son of the Kirksville College ap-peared on the program in theFourth and Sixth districts, andfrom reports reaching this office,both men, along with the Presi-dent, have an open welcome toreturn at any time.

To all these men the Societyis deeply indebted for their in-spirational messages. The Osteo-pathic profession as a whole doesnot appreciate, not only thesemen, but other leaders in theprofession, who so graciouslygive, without remuneration, oftheir time and effort to promoteorganized Osteopathy. In theabove series of meetings severalHealth Talks were given overthe air, which were well receivedby the public, judging from re-ports reaching us from patientsand friends.

Dr. Conley on AirIn conjunction with the air,

we would call your attention tothe following letter receivedfrom Dr. E. H. Brett, Secretaryof the Connecticut Society, whichreads in part as follows: "OnApril 3 at 6 p. m. (E. S. T.) Dr.Conley, our AOA President, willgive a talk over the AmericanBroadcasting System from Wa-te-r-bujry Conn; at our Societymeeting. We trust you will noti-fy the members of your Societyto listen in."

State ConventionThe State Convention this year

is May 2 and 3, at the SaveryHotel, Des Moines. Dr. W. CChappell, Mason City, as pro-gram chairman, has somethingin store for us. Enough to saxthat Dr. Conley will be on handas well as the Chicago TechniqueTeam, which made attendancehistory at last year's conventionCome everyone and reap fronthis harvest of good things. N(need to urge those in attendancElast year, as they will be bacla day early if necessary, to gethe Technique feature aloneThose who weren't in attendancElast year, come this year anc*"you won't be sorry." Dr. J. AHirschman, Cherokee, chairmarof exhibits, already has more exhibitors signed on the dotted liniand their fee in the cash register, than we had last year and

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many others are contemplating One ar An tion. The preparedness for any-being with us. Oe ear As Athing that may occur. In a hos-

The banquet, the Auxiliary, Interne pital things happen so rapidlythe benefit for the Adult Health that, unless complete organiza-Clinic, the luncheons and var- B H L Gulden B S D 0 tion is present, everything isious and sundried activities for ... confusion. One does not expectthe two days will keep anyone Is an internship worthwhile? things to occur so rapidly in afrom being homesick so come This question is constantly being private practice, but it is well toand have a good time. You will asked by the senior Osteopathic be prepared. Just the knowledgebe keenly disappointed if you student. of a bit of the organization, themiss this meeting. I shall list a few of the ad- office procedure, set-up, and

Paul O. French, D. O. vantages as I have seen them in care, if carried out into the fieldSecretary. my association at the Des Moines cannot help but be beneficial to

General Hospital. the practicing physician.Membership First is the feeling of confi- Truthfully I can say that the

During the past month state dence acquired by association experience acquired in one yeardues were sent in by the fol- with one of the best surgeons in at the Des Moines General Hos-lowing doctors: W. G. Nelson, the country. Observing his con- pital is equivalent to five yearsSidney; H. B. Stillwell, Elkhart; structive manner of treatment of office practice.Matie Kitson, Osage; S. H. Mey- makes one forget the fads ander, Fenton. fancies which looked so good

State membership now totals during the senior year. Dr. Schwartz Speaks in170. Only two months remain ' in It is true that a vast college Soth rn Iowawhich to shatter all previous clinical experience has instilled Soutern Imembership records. Eighteen confidence-but this clinic wasmore names will do the trick. largely chronic ailments. And (Continued from Page 1)Your assistance is needed at while a large amount of one's riuni-tty-gat dieaa S- .h; -si----once. office practice will be just such been proven by science to be a

The following poem taken cases, it is the acute bedside fact. Dr. Schwartz stressed thefrom the Wisco Osteo contains case where immediate, accurate importance of keeping the bodymuch food for thought: diagnosis is essential which will in the best of shape so that in

make a new physician in the lo- all ways it may keep the bodilyForget the slander you have cality. And so-the observation functions working properly. He

heard, of the numerous acute cases and advocated that every person con-Forget the hasty, unkind noting how diagnosis is made is suit his family physician at least

word, an invaluable asset. Even though once a year to maintain healthForget the quarrel and the diagnosis is not made, the abil- and discover the general stand-

cause; ity of knowing when to call. in ing of their physical condition.Forget the whole affair surgical consultation is com- After finishing his prepared ad-

because, mendable. dress, Dr. Schwartz discoursedForgetting is the only way. Osteopathic confidence is at- somewhat on the importance of

Forget the storms of yes- tained by observing the value of attitudes in life. Determinationterday, Osteopathy in any acute disease. and courage play an important

Forget the chap whose sour At the Des Moines General Hos- part in both health and achieve-face pital one encounters acute res- ment. These were illustrated by

Forgets to smile in any piratory, gastric, cardiac, intest- well known characters. Dr.place. inal, renal, pelvic and any other Schwartz has a pleasing and

Forget to ever get the blues- conditions. Every patient con- most instructive way in present-BUT DON'T FORGET TO fined in this hospital receives ing his subject. The Rotarians

PAY YOUR DUES! daily Osteopathic treatment. One considered his message a decid-S. A. Helebrant. is not at all surprised to hear ed treat."

patients say on leaving that they The Shenandoah Evening Sen-feel much stronger and better tinal also had a front page story

Mid-Year Grads Locate than they were in twice that anent Dr. Schwartz's address. Ittime post-operative under medi- said in part: ' "Business menof recal care. would do well to take a periodic

Several members of the re- One cannot forget the emer- inventory of their bodies just as

cen t Januay Class hae lSout has gency cases which are on the they do their business proper-The spell of the 01' South has constant increase in these days ties'," Dr. Schwartz told his lis-lured three of them to Dixie Dr. of speed. These are the cases teners. 'The body is an intricateJohn Ennis is practicing in Mar- where the doctor cannot delay mechanism,' said Dr. Schwartz,

la ie has, G eorgia in CedDr rtown treatment, and it is only by do- 'the parts of which are mostlyGeorgia and Dr. Louis Carleton ing the work, that one is able to irreplacable, and they should re-

has his shingle out in Albany, confidently take care of these ceive attention at the slightestGes or*s g n cases. The asepsis which the doc- sign of wear. People live too

Georgia. tor takes in the care of emer- much in the 'Aspirin Age,' at-' Dr. Hudson Sproul has estab- gency wounds may be the mak- tempting to cure their own ills

r lished an office in Newcastle, N. ing of him in his community. with patent medicines.' The dif-B., Canada. Only in a hospital is sterile tech- ference between the Osteopathic

Dr. Edmund C. Baird is in Ok- nic really acquired. and medical treatment of diseas-lahoma but has, thus far, not an- Right along with this emer- es was shown by tracing thenounced his location. gency work must be listed the history of Osteopathy. Dr. Still,, Dr. Lester Fagen recently care of fractures. It is the little founder, was a pioneer physician

e completed a 6,000 mile automo- things which are done for the of Civil War days who becamee bile trip through the West and comfort of the patient by which disatisfied with the current prac-

Southwest. He is now in Des the doctor is remembered. These tice of medicine, especially afterI Moines but plans to locate in the little details are not remembered he lost three of his own childreno near future. from lectures and very often are in an epidemic. He worked upone Dr. Russell Stephens is serv- not even mentioned in text the theory that the human bodyk ing an internship in Mercy Hos- books. Observing a skilled sur- contains within itself all the ele-t pital, St. Joseph, Mo., until June geon, such as Dr. J. P. Schwartz, ments and vital forces necessary.when he will go to the Detroit one acquires these little things to prevent the enroachment of

e Osteopathic Hospital in a like which mean so much to the pa- disease, and that what was need-d capacity. tient. ed to maintain health was to

. Dr. Albert C. Dennis is intern- X-Ray diagnosis cannot be keep the bodily structure func-n ing in the Des Moines General learned except through constant tioning perfectly.- Hospital. observation of the film-with a "Later in the afternoon Dr.e Other members of the class competant diagnostician to point Schwartz broadcast a talk from- have not yet notified us of their out your errors. KFNF, his subject being 'Healthd location. Then there is the organiza- Inventory'."

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PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE DES MOINES STILL COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHY_

April 15, 1935 Number 3

"Doctor, Have You Con-sidered Your Future?"

Do you wish to learn simpler,better, more accurate ways ofaccomplishing the work you aredoing in your specialty? Do youwant to see how the nationallyrecognized experts within theirspecialty do their work and ob-tain their results? Would youlike to have your own work

.- -'ioi .. .. u -i-versally r- eognised -Would you like to become aleader in your chosen field of en-deavor? If any of these ques-tions are of interest to you, readthe following article and actupon the information it contains.

The program of the Interna-tional Society of OsteopathicOphthalmology and Otolaryngol-ogy this year will be repletewith interest, not only for itsown members but also for any-one interested in the diagnosisor treatment of conditions in theeye, ear, nose and throat.

It is our aim each year to puton a program supervised and ap-proved by the Board of Directorsrepresenting the best proceduresboth Osteopathic and Medical,surgical and non-surgical, for


Entertainment at Cleve-land Convention

The Wednesday outing at theCleveland Convention will beone of the finest ever attempted.We are to take a full afternoonand evening to visit CedarPoint. We leave Cleveland at

_-b~a-,a, o ar rriving at -thePoint two hours later. It is acomplete resort and park withall the entertainment featuresone could dream of. The beachis considered the finest freshwater bathing beach in theworld and everyone who likesbathing will certainly want totry Lake Erie's cooling waters.A boat ride on a privately char-tered Lake steamer. A sumptu-ous banquet on a huge pavilionoverlooking the Lake. There willbe dancing and entertainment,but no speeches, followed by anevening chock full of fun. Thenthe return to Cleveland.

This is just one of many fea-tures which include a grandopening President's receptionand ball on Monday night whichwe promise will be different.Fraternity and sorority partiesand a big party for non-fratern-ity members on Tuesday night.Theatres, concerts, AmericanLeague baseball, night clubs. A


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Not only do students of StillCollege enjoy the advantages ofone of the most extensive clinicsin the profession, they have of-fered to them every advantagederived from attendance at ma-jor and minor surgical clinics ina modern and completely equip-ped hospital. The close co-oper-ation between the hospital andschool enables each graduate tobe thoroughly conversant withhospital technic and procedure.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Dean ofthe College, is president andsurgeon-in-chief of Des MoinesGeneral Hospital. Dr. H. J. Mar-shall, head of the Eye, Ear,Nose and Throat department ofthe hospital teaches his specialty

Faculty Meetings

The faculty this year is get-ting a regular postgraduatecourse and at the same time en-joying the privilege of hearingits own members and seeingthem in action. The meetingheld March 5th was, as usual,attended one hundred per centand, following the usual discus-sion of students and other itemsdear to the hearts of teachers,heard Dr. L. L. Facto in his lec-ture on "Cardiac Irregularities."

Dr. C. I. Gordon of the facultytook up the question of HighFrequency and Ultra High Fre-quency in his talk April second.Some of us who started in yearsago to try to follow thru withthe development of radio under-stood the first two or three sen-tences. Undoubtedly this is agreat undeveloped field and yetin an early stage of experimen-tation. Like all variations ofelectro-therapy the operator


at Still. Dr. J. L. Schwartz,house physician at Des MoinesGeneral Hospital, teaches Proc-tology. Dr. B. L. Cash, hospitalX-Ray and Physio-Therapist,presents those subjects to Stillstudents. With these membersof the hospital staff also profes-sors at the college, the studentfinds himself ever welcome atDes Moines General.

Equipment at this hospital isthe latest obtainable and secondto none. The college surgicalA1.o. .n.c. no, ~ .~ . ... n A n a

Governor Signs IowaOsteopathic Bill

House File 174, sponsored bythe Iowa Association of Osteo-pathic Physicians and Surgeons,became a law of the State ofIowa on April 8, when GovernorClyde L. Herring affixed his sig-nature thereunto.

While the Bill was changedsome by amendments it com-p'iateiEy -' a w I IBIS L ircw owa 'G St eo-pathie Practice Act and willclear up the vagueness and un-certainty which existed underthe previous law.

Under its terms two years ofpre-Osteopathic college workwill be prerequisite of studentsentering Osteopathic collegesafter March 1st, 1935, WHOWTISTT TO ENnA(NTAG TN PTRAC-

TICE IN THE STATE OF IOWA-applying only to Iowa prac-titioners.

A reprint of the new law ap-pears on Page 3.

Soft Ball TourneyUnderway

Sunday, April 7, the lid wasblown off the annual Sigma Sig-ma Phi kittenball tournament.

ciinllu are ineiu Ltnerte a a iu 'lne aopesters retuse to piCK thehigh as ninety-six minor surgical winner, so closely matched arecases have been operated in one the teams.day! After the first round of play

This is one of the many ad- the following results were post-vantages offered to those who ed:attend Still.

Sigma Sigma Phi HoldsSchool Dance

Parkview Club, March 15, was+e s A acen ae 1a i . U,,+ IC I 1o

t;he scene ot tne iasLt LunclClOln oUits kind of the current schoolyear. Sigma Sigma Phi's semi-annual all-school dance was theevent and a gala affair it was.

As always, the music was toe-teasing, the floor good, thecrowd in a gay mood and athoroughly good time for allstudents, faculty members andguests present.

Dr. Bachman Improving

It is with a great deal ofpleasure we announce that Dr.Robert B. Bachman, head of theDepartment of Obstetrics, is rap-idly recovering from the effectsof injuries received in an auto-mobile accident on February 24.We expect him to return to activ-ity in the near future.

Iota Tau Sigma conquered PhiSigma Gamma.

The Non-Frats couldn't get upin time and forfeited to the AtlasClub.

Games will be played eachSunday morning until the roundsare completed about the middleof May.

Our Contemporaries

It is gratifying for an editorto occasionally see some of hisarticles appear in other publica-tions. When such a brain-childis deemed worthy of printing byother editors one feels that hiswork is approaching, at least,justification for its existence.The editor of the Log Book hasrecently been flattered by seeingseveral articles, which appearedin these columns, reprinted byothers.

The editor extends his appre-ciation particularly to "TheStilletto" of the Kirksville Col-lege, and "The Tenaculum" ofthe Los Angeles College for see-ing fit to give space to some ofhis humble efforts.

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DR. A. D. BECKER ELECTEDPRESIDENT OF STILL COLLEGEASSUMES DUTIES

ON JULY FIRST

Dr. A. D. Becker of Kirksvilleneeds no introduction to any ofthe old-timers and to very few ofthe more recent graduates inOsteopathy. It is with sincerepleasure that the Log Bookmakes this official announce-ment and hopes that the pro-fession as a whole appreciatesthis important move. Dr. Beckercomes to Des Moines not as aprodigal son, but bringing withhim accumulated honors sincehis graduation here in 1903. Tofully appreciate his career ofservice, a survey of his activ-ities during the past thirty-twoyears will easily convince themost casual reader that he hasnot been idle but has from thebeginning of his Osteopathicwork, been giving freely of histime and energy to advance theinterests of our profession.

Following Dr. Becker's grad-uation from Still College in 1903he started in active practice inPreston, Minn. Feeling the needof additional work he went toKirksville in 1909, taking hisfourth year and post-graduatework and remaining on the fac-ulty of the college until 1912.He then returned to Minnesotato continue in active practiceuntil 1922. During his years ofpractice in Minnesota he actedas a member of the board oftrustees of the American Osteo-pathic Association and for nineyears was a member of the StateBoard of Osteopathic Examiners.

In 1922, Dr. Becker returnedto Kirksville to act in the capac-ity of Dean of the newly charter-ed college, the A. T. Still Col-lege of Osteopathy and Surgery,and has remained in Kirksvilleworking with the institutionsthere until this year. In 1927 hewas again elected a member ofthe board of trustees of the A. O.A. and in 1931 became presidentof the national association, thehighest honor which can be giv-en a member of our profession.Since his presidency Dr. Beckerhas been returned to the boardof trustees of the national asso-


Dr. A. D. Becker, B. S., D. O.

In accepting the presidency of the Des Moines StillCollege of Osteopathy I do so with the appreciation thatI have been intrusted with a very serious responsibility,and further, that I have had placed before me an oppor-tunity to serve the Osteopathic profession in a larger way.It is well known among my many friends and acquaint-ances in the Osteopathic profession that for many yearsI have been much interested in Osteopathic education. Iam of the opinion that the future growth and developmentof our profession is closely linked with the character ofwork done in our Osteopathic colleges and with the char-acter, ability and training of their student groups.

We have every reason to be proud of our six Osteo-pathic institutions comprising the Associated Colleges ofOsteopathy which are closely coordinated in their workand plans under the Bureau of Professional Educationand Colleges of the American Osteopathic Association.Such cooperation and coordination is a good thing andshould be encouraged and continued.

The Osteopathic profession will never become truly agreat profession because there are fifty or a hundred out-standing individuals in it, nor because one or two colleges


Annual Corporate BoardMeeting

The annual meeting of theCorporate Board of the DesMoines Still College of Osteo-pathy was held at the collegebuilding the evening of June 10.Dre C. W. Johnson presided andfollowing the roll call, called forthe annual report of the secre-tary.

This year due to the slight de-crease in number of students itwas thought that the reportwould not be very flattering.Contrary to the general opinionthe trustees of the college hadconducted its business in a mostefficient manner and the collegeclosed its fiscal year in a muchbetter financial condition thanthat of a year ago. The verycareful management and buyingon the part of the board and theelimination of some luxuriesmade this possible. The board isto be congratulated on the fineshowing as proved by the reportof Mrs. K. M. Robinson, Secre-tary.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Dean ofthe college, then reported on theprogress along scholastic lines.The regular faculty meetingsheld during the year not onlyadded to the enthusiasm of theteachers but at every meetingconstructive ideas were broughtout under the leadership of Dr.Schwartz, the results of whichhave raised the standard of theacademic standing of the studentbody. The Dean is to be con-gratulated on the progress madein this most important factor inbuilding morale within the col-lege.

Dr. C. W. Johnson closed thereport of the retiring officerswith a resume of the activitiesof the board under his leader-ship during the past nine years.He reviewed the changes in thecollege from the move from Lo-cust Street to the present spac-ious and modern building. Healso brought out the fact thatthe college is stable and itscredit unquestioned locally, orwherever else necessary. Withthe past successful year added,the' trustees have indeed made


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The house is quiet this sum-mer, inhabited by only a fewmembers and a host of memoriesof the past nine months. Severalhave stayed for clinic, othershave returned home until late inthe summer. Those here, group-ed together in the large backrooms, are Irvin, Wilkes, Story,Owens, Dunham, Jurgenson,Gibson, Hecker, Bartram, andHerrin. Hecker and Bartram,O. B. assistant and apprenticerespectively.

During the summer is thetime to look around and find anew man for Osteopathy. Whynot talk a little Osteopathy aswell as practice it? Talk it upso well that you can send a stu-dent back to your college andyour fraternity-the type withwhich you want professional as-sociations. How about it?

Delta chapter will be repre-sented at the Cleveland conven-tion by Bros. Robert Hoefer, JoeBartram, and J. B. Miller. Theywill attend all fraternity meet-ings, as well as open lecturesand demonstrations. Plan tomeet them when you attend theconvention next month. Talkwith them about Delta chapterand find out just what we aredoing back here at the house.Exchange ideas about your chap-ter and your national organiza-tion, that their activities may bestrengthened and unified.

Bros. Gamble and Wilson,Kirkville '35, were guests whiletaking the Iowa Board recently.

We regret the departure ofBrothers William Rees, GeorgeFolkman, Dexter Rice, andWayne Enderby, who receivedtheir degrees as members of theclass of '35. While I have onlyknown these brothers since mytransfer to Delta chapter lastfall, their friendship will not beeasily forgotten. I have enjoyedknowing them and associatingwith them in Phi Sigma Gammaactivities, and in wishing them"Bon Voyage" on their journeythrough life, I express not onlythe wish of Delta chapter, butmy personal feelings as well.

DELTA OMEGA(Burnie)

Lillian Peterson was honoredat a May breakfast given theeighteenth by Ruth Paul at herhome. The thirteen guests in-cluded Dr. Rachel Woods, Lil-lian Peterson, Mrs. Anna Slo-cum, Evelyn Ketman, Mary BethZeigler, Dorthea Failing, HelerButcher, Clarise Keift, Burni(Moeller, Lillie McClure, MurieWilson, Mary Kay, and VelmaGehman. -I

The house was beautifully dec- ]orated with apple blossoms and ]Sweet Williams; the breakfastwas appetizing and well served. iThe biscuits Ruth made wereso delicious that they deservespecial notice.

Lillian said that she was soexcited that she could not eatand she was so surprised whenwe showered her with handker-chiefs that she was quite speech-less.

After breakfast we played"Cootie" - a game which youcan't really appreciate until youhave played it with several ex-citeable girls. Helen won theprize and we left with regretthat we would not all be to-gether again for such a goodtime until next fall.

The girls are scattered farand wide by now-some to spendthe summer working and somejust playing. Mrs. Anna Slocumis spending the summer in Cali-fornia; Mary Beth Zeigler isback in Cincinnati, after a visitin Grinnell; Helen Butcher isslaving in the clinic; and RuthPaul is cashiering at the swim-ming pool at Camp Dodge. Vel-ma Gehman is working inSchroeder's, and Lillian Peter-son is recuperating from Com-mencement activities and study-ing for State Boards.

Burnie and Mary Kay are stillin town, working part of thetime. Lilly McClure, Evelyn Ket-man, Murial Wilson, and ClariseKeift are planning on a summerof recreation. Dorthea is work-ing in a doctor's office, andRachel, although busy with pa-tients, is planning a great timeat the national convention.

PSI SIGMA ALPHAOn Tuesday evening, May 21,

at Mrs. O'Malley's Tea Room,Psi Sigma Alpha closed a veryprofitable year with a banquetin honor of our graduating sen-iors-Robt. Forbes, T. C. Hobbs,Clair Means, Wm. Rankin, J. M.Zimmerman, Oscar Jungman,and Jack Berck.

Dr. C. W. Johnson gave aninteresting and instructive talkon "Locations and Beginningof Practice" and each of thegraduating members gave ashort farewell speech.

Several of the members, brought their wives or sweet-

hearts, which proved a welcome, innovation, breaking the usual

custom of a stag banquet andadding just that somethingneeded to make the occasion thesuccess that it was.

At the last regular meetingof the year the following officerswere elected: President, W. S.Irvin; Vice President, DaleCrews; Treasurer, De WitteGoode; Secretary, Ralph Deger;Historian, Wm. Moore; Corre-

r sponding Secretary, B. A. Storey.DeWitte Goode represented

- this chapter at the Senior ban-- quets in both Kansas City and

Kirksville. He reported a pleas-1 ant trip and a royal welcome ate each banquet.I We are proud to announce

that Lillian Peterson's namei will be engraved on the Psi Sig-

ma Alpha scholarship plaque ashaving the highest scholasticaverage in this year's graduat-ing class.

IOTA TAU SIGMAThe battle cry of freedom was

instilled in the hearts of thoseconcerned in going home, whilethose remaining were confront-ed with a thorough houseclean-ing.

Brothers Yukl and Dresser,after acquiring the technique ofthumb hitch-hiking, set out fortheir destination. Yukl going toGreenfield, Mass., and Dressergoing to Kennebunk, Maine. Wewished them luck upon theirjourney.

Brother Hobbs, who has an in-ternship in the Boston, Mass.hospital in October, was verymuch thrilled and anxiouslywaiting to take up his newduties.

We congratulate Bros. Hobbs,Devine, and Aspengren upontheir graduation and wish themtheir full share of prosperitythat is "just around the corner."

Dr. Devine-later plans to takeup an intership in Oklahoma,and we wish him great success.

Now that the Iowa StateBoard is over for Aspengren andDevine, they are anxiously wait-ing for the returns.

Brothers MacIntyre, Aspen-gren, Hurd, and Lyle are stayingat the house this summer, andhousecleaning is getting themdown.

Everyone is looking forwardto a greater and better schoolyear.

The graduating members wishto express their thanks and ap-preciation to faculty and friendsfor their help and kindness dur-ing the past four years.

ATLAS CLUBWith the closing of the school

year we find most of the broth-ers ready to return home whenthe final bell rang. Packing hasbeen their vocation for severaldays. It is a relief to leave theroutine but with that joy comesthe parting of those brotherswho will be in the Osteopathicfield to carry on the work.

The Senior Banquet was heldMay 22, at the Hermit Club. Wetake great pleasure in announc-ing our graduating members asfollows: W. C. Andreen, D. L.Ashmore, H. A. Barquist, G. E.Bigsby, J. F. Bumpus, Jr., T. B.Farmer, J. R. Forbes, W. F.Hall, E. H. Lodish, P. R. More-house, and J. N. Secor. Moredefinite locations of this groupwill be noted in the next issueof the Log Book.

The Spring Dance went overin fine shape and everyone turn-ed out for the occasion.

This chapter extends its sym-pathy to Brother Bigsby andfamily, due to the death of hismother on June 7th.

Brothers taking the thumbroute home report that thescenery on the banks of the Mississippi is welcome to the eyeafter being in Des Moines.

Come back home next fall andbring a student with you.

Sigma Sigma PhiThe Senior banquet honoring

nembers of the graduating classwas held at the Hermit Club theevening of May 21. Food fit forkings was served and the groupenjoyed not only the repast butsome rather spirited remarks byalumni and the graduation mem-bers. The following received lifecertificates:

D. Ashmore, W. Andreen, L.Barry, F. Bumpus, B. Devine, W.Enderby, W. Hall, R. Haas, C.Johnson, D. Rice, and J. Wole-sheck.

Graduation

Due to the large size of theclass, Commencement was heldin the auditorium of the HoytSherman Place, May 29, at 8:15p. m. Members of the Juniorclass acting as ushers, seated anunusually large number of rel-atives and friends of the grad-uates.

The program opened with theprocessional played by the or-chestra from North High. Dr. L.P. Fagan of Des Moines gavethe invocation which was follow-ed by selections by the orchestraand their harp soloist.

Rev. C. N. Bigelow in his ad-dress to the graduates stressedthe present needs for highereducation of the specialized typeand assured the members of theclass of success if they maintain-ed the high standard set by theinstitution. Dr. J. P. Schwartz,Dean of the College, presentedthe graduates, and Dr. C. W.Johnson, President, conferredthe degrees. The North Highorchestra then rendered the re-cessional march and the grad-uates, marching to the mezza-nine, received the congratula-tions of their many friends inthe audience.

The following members of theclass appeared in the line:

Wendell Clemens Andreen,Donald Leslie Ashmore, WilliamStanley Aspengren, Harry Ar-thur Barquist, Lester DelbertBarry, Jack Lawrence Berck,Glenn Edgar Bigsby, JohnFranklin Bumpus, Jr., BennieHoyt Devine, Wellington GordonDouglas, Harold M. Ekelman,Wayne Clare Enderby, ThomasBruce Farmer, George EdwardFolkman, James Robert Forbes,Robert John Haas, William Felk-ner Hall, Theodore Caleb Hobbs,Paul Russell Isaacson, Carl Geo.Johnson, Oscar Arthur Jung-man, Edward Francis Leininger,Edward Harold Lodish, Clair A.Means. Philetus Ralph More-house, Lillian Beatrice Peterson,Cyrus Bartles Potter, WilliamClark Rankin, William EvanRees, Dexter Brown Rice, JohnNorman Secor, Robert MillerTessien, Lawrence L. Theberge,Francis J. Thompson, RonaldAlvin Wilburn, Joseph RaymondWoloschek, Clifford EldridgeWorster, and Julian Milton Zim-merman.

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Editor -------------- E. Harwood


Looking AheadIn assuming the editorship of

the Log Book the writer wouldlike to express his appreciationof an opportunity to serve in anew field. It has been my pleas-ure to work with professionalmen and women for a numberof years and also with severaleducational institutions. Withthis outlook I hope to be able toview the field with a little broad-er viewpoint than if more closelyassociated with either the insti-tution or the profession directly.

I would like to change thename of the Log Book. Thismonthly message to you is morethan a Log. I want to make it apersonal message to each of youreaders telling you of the in-teresting things I see here atStill College, Des Moines, andthe State of Iowa. I expect totake advantage of the advisorycapacity of Dr. Halladay andwill also consult with others ofthe faculty and will try to bringyou something in each issue thatwill make you clip a part of thepublication or file it complete.

Still College is an institutionto be proud of. Its past recordin Des Moines and thruout thecountry incites us to try forgreater laurels. In my small wayI hope to help make the insti-tution a more intimate part ofyour life. The new Presidentspeaks of the College being wor-thy of your support. It, we allhope, will be more worthy astime goes on.

Still College truly belongs tothe profession. You are privileg-ed to write us constructive crit-icism and we welcome it. Whatwould you like to see eachmonth as a feature of this littlepublication? Let's get better ac-quainted.

E. Harwood.

Dr. C. W. JohnsonThis issue of the Log Book

would not be complete withouta word of praise for our retiringpresident, Dr. C. W. Johnson.His record is one of many yearsof faithful effort in behalf ofStill College and the science ofOsteopathy. Dr. Johnson wasgraduated from Iowa State Col-lege with the B. S. degree sev-eral years before he became in-terested in Osteopathy. For sometime he served as superintend-ent of schools in Iowa and lec-tured over the state. In the latenineties he became interested inOsteopathy and following hisgraduation practiced in Charles

Dr. A. D. Becker, B. S., D. O.

stand out as markedly superior, but we, as a profession,will become truly great because the average of colleges,faculties, student bodies and physicians is increasinglyhigh. Each individual in Osteopathy has his or her con-

tribution to make toward great accomplishment. If wegrow to be great, it will be because we all grow together.Our idealism, our lofty ambitions, our determinations forsuperiority must be crystallized into concrete examples ofbetter work. It is my best judgment that our collegesmust be in the forefront of such forward march. Thegraduates from our colleges must each year reflect the

evidence of superior training.Every Osteopathic physician must be constantly on

the alert for the right type of intelligent, high-minded and

serious young men and women who might be interested in

Osteopathy as a career. The colleges with their studentgroups may well be considered as the tap roots of the pro-

fession. We do not, at this time, in my judgment, needmore colleges; rather we need to still further improve

the colleges we now have.And so I look upon this new opportunity of mine as a

challenge to me to do what I can to help. I am deeply

sensible of the honor that goes with this election to an

important place. I am conscious of the fine spirit already

present in the faculty and student body of this college.

I feel assured that we shall all together give a good ac-

count of the tasks before us. Our united effort will be to

make this college worthy of the enthusiastic support of its

friends, students and alumni. We will need and expect

your help. We shall do our utmost to deserve it.-ARTHUR D. BECKER, D. O.

City until in 1905 he respondedto the call of teaching and be-came a member'of the faculty ofthe college.

Since that time he has servedin every capacity with referenceto the college management. Hiscontinued service as a memberof the faculty for thirty yearsspeaks for itself. Past studentsof Still College will never forgetthe many lasting impressionsleft from his lectures in Nervousand Mental diseases. Havingbeen a member of the board oftrustees for the greater part ofthis time he is more familiarwith the history of the collegethan any other person. He hasseen it during its most tryingperiods and watched its develop-ment to its present efficiency.Until his elevation to the posi-tion of president in 1926, Dr.Johnson served as Dean of thecollege.

Dr. Johnson is not retiringfrom active Osteopathic service.With his experience and energyhe will continue for many yearsto serve the profession with thesame sincerity as in the past.

A boy man earn a hundreddollars a day by going to college

but he must wait to collect.The United States Bureau of Ed-ucation shows that college grad-uates earn from $56,000 to$112,000 more by the time theyare sixty than do those who goto work after being graduatedfrom high school. This wouldgive the four years' course acash value of from $77 to $155a day.

Senior Banquet

The senior banquet given bythe members of the board oftrustees of the college to thegraduating class, was held at theHotel Fort Des Moines, the eve-ning of May 28. Altogether overeighty attended, making this oneof the largest senior banquetsgiven for several years. Manyrelatives of graduates were inattendance and the honor oftheir presence is fully appre-ciated.

Dr. C. W. Johnson presidedand following the dinner calledupon Dr. L. L. Facto, betterknown as the Class Father, tomake the address of the eve-ning. Dr. Facto covered bothhimself and the class with glorywith his well-chosen remarks.Dean Schwartz was the nextspeaker and admonished theclass as to their future conductin the field. A fitting responsewas given by Bennie Devine, theclass president.

The Senior Banquet has be-come as much a part of the com-mencement program as theawarding of the diplomas and isenjoyed by both the graduatesand the trustees and faculty. Welittle realize that we have onlyone of these meetings during alifetime. This is the only timethat this class and the full corpsof teachers and their intimatefriends meet in honor of thisparticular group. We congrat-ulate the Seniors and wish themthe success they surely deserve.

ASSUMES DUTIESON JULY FIRST

(Continued from Page 1)ciation, his term of office expir-.ng in 1936.

Dr. Becker has proved hisability as a leader in every formof service to the profession. Dur-ing his entire career he has beenactive in practice, teaching andn legal, legislative and executivework. He comes to Still Collegefully prepared in every way tobuild a greater institution uponthe firm foundation already es-tablished for many years. It isindeed an honor and a privilegeto welcome such a man to ourinstitution. In leaving KirksvilleDr. Becker does not sever hisintimate association with theprofession, but strengthens hisposition as the chief executive ofStill College.

Read his statement elsewherein this issue.

ANNUAL CORPORATEBOARD MEETING

(Continued from Page 1)progress against the tide of de-pression that has swept so manycolleges from the list.

The regular business of thecollege followed and nomineeswere called for the position ofpresident of the board of trus-tees for the ensuing year. Dr. A.D. Becker of Kirksville, and Dr.C. W. Johnson were nominatedand upon counting the vote Dr.Arthur D. Becker was elected tothe position of president of theboard of trustees for the year.Dr. Johnson took his defeatgracefully and in extending con-gratulations to his successor, of-fered his services to the college,stating that he would continueto support the institution inevery way and wished sincerelyto co-operate whenever possible.

Mrs. K. M. Robinson was thenelected without contest to theoffice she has held for severalyears and has filled with success.The report of the C.P.A. leavesno doubt as to the efficiency ofher work.

Dr. R. B. Bachman was re-elected to the office of treasurer,a position of trust which, withthe president and secretary, de-cides the many financial prob-lems that constantly arise in theconduct of the college.

The remaining trustees of theboard were then elected intactand commended for the success-ful year just past. The trusteesof the college for the comingyear will, with the exception ofthe president, remain the sameas during the past and are asfollows:

President, Dr. Arthur D.Becker.

Secretary, Mrs. K. M. Rob.inson.

Treasurer, Dr. R. B. Bach-man.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz,Dr. Bertha Crum,Dr. H. V. Halladay,Dr. G. E. Fisher.

The meeting closed with theelection of the trustees.

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Iowa Society at the May conven-tion had their most drastic alter-ation in the composition and for-mation of the Legislative Com-mittee. The Society of DivisionalSecretaries are at the presenttime working on what they des-ignate as a "model" state con-stitution. This is not yet readyfor publication so no help couldbe secured from 'this source. Onthe other hand the AOA Legisla-tive Council has formulatedsome thoughts and ideas andpresented them in the form ofrecommendations and it was thisrecommendation of the AOACouncil that when the Societypatterned after when the Legis-lative committee of five electivemembers be elected from thefloor of the convention to termsof five years each. That is, thisfirst year there were five mem-bers elected ,one for one, onefor two, one for three, and soon up to five year terms. Whenthe plan is in full force therewill be one member electedfrom the floor of the conventioneach year to serve a term of fiveyears on this committee. Thesefive members constitute the com-mittee, there are twelve asso-ciate members appointed, oneeach year (when in full oper-ation) now the entire twelve willbe appointed. These will furnishinformation to the committeemembers and in turn back to theprofession in their respectivelocalities. The members electedto this committee at the recentconvention were: Dr. J. P.Schwartz, Des Moines, five years;Dr. D. E. Hannen, Perry, fouryears; Dr. S. H. Klein, DesMoines, three years; Dr. R. P.Westfall, Boone, two years; andDr. Della B. Caldwell, DesMoines, one year. The committeeelected their chairman and sec-retary, Dr. Hannan and Dr.Caldwell respectfully.

Dr. D. E. Hannan of Perryhas received his appointment fora three year term on the StateBoard of Osteopathic Examiners.

The Circuit meetings will bepractically over when this LogBook reaches the profession, butif by chance you receive it be-fore your meeting in your dis-trict by all means attend. Dr.Torrance of Edinburgh, Scotlandis a most interesting speaker andhas a real message. A graduateof Edinburgh University MedicalSchool, he practiced medicinefor twelve years and is now irthis country studying Osteo-pathy. Dr. John Woods of DeeMoines and President Gordon ofthe Iowa Society, complete thecircuit programs.

At the time of this writing ilis sincerely hoped to have somtvaluable information relative t(our new practice act, effectivEJuly 4th. If such information issecured it will be mailed to al

members of the Society and willbe worth having by all. In re-gard to the practice act, we readthe report of the legislative com-mittee of the State Medical So-ciety. Excerpts from this reportwill be read at the circuit meet-ings.

A court decision against anIowa Chiropractor practicallylimits the chiro to manipulativetreatment and nothing else. Lookfor a report in detail in the AOAJournal by Dr. Chappell, AOALegislative Adviser. Space in theLog Book is limited and I fearwe have now overtrodden thefree space so graciously given byStill College.

ON TO CLEVELAND!

Senior Class DayAssembly, May 24

Once each semester the assem-bly is given over to the final ef-forts of the graduating class tomake themselves immortal. Witha cast consisting of George Folk-man as announcer, or perhapswe had better say commentatorin George's place; Cy Potter ashistorian; Paul Isaacson as legaladvisor; and Bob Forbes as Seer,aided and abetted by the Hill-Billies of the Campus, there waslittle room left for the regulartalent usually heard.

George opened with an an-nouncement along radio lines-the fade in and out being suc-cessfully produced by the 'effi-cient Still College Jazzers. Cystepped up to the mike andwasted no words on flattery butproved that the four years atStill had not dulled his wit onewhit. The Hill-Billies, disguisedby props from the equipment ofone Mark Gerlach, easily wonthe merited applause of the as-sembly. Their identity is still amystery. Paul Isaacson in read-ing the Will reverted to type andgot so hot that his outer cloth-ing impared his efforts and be-fore finishing stood before theassemblage garbed in B. V. D.'sof 1873 vintage. Bob Forbes,wearing his usual overstuffedtorso wrapped in a bath robe,and with head circled by a bathtowel, peered wisely into thedepts of a flask purloined fromthe Chem. Lab. and accuratelyread the past, present and futureof the class-especially the past.

The Hill-Billies closed the of-ferings of the class, except-

Ed Lodish was called to theplatform and presented with aGOLD award for exceptionalwork done in the Lab. Ed tookit all in good faith until Dr. Hal-laday, who was acting as thecat's paw, placed in his out-stretched hands a bowl of goldfish. Ed can take it and did witha laugh that was echoed fromthe audience.

Dr. C. W. Johnson then tookthe floor and made the awardsto the various members of theclass for exceptional work doneduring their four years at StillCollege. More than half of theclass received special awards inGeneral Clinic, Proctology, Gyn-

ecology, Obstetrics, Band, andAnatomy. Wm. F. Hall was giv-en the Sigma Sigma Phi awardfor Service to the College, andWm. C. Rankin the Sigma Sig-ma Phi award in Osteopathy.Larry Theberge was announcedas the new interne at the DesMoines General Hospital, andLillian Peterson, having thehighest average for the fouryears, will have her name en-graved on the Psi Sigma Alphaplaque to commemorate her ex-cellence.

Dr. Halladay announced theFreshmen awards in Anatomy-about forty percent of the classmaking above 95 in Osteology.

This closed the regular Fridayassemblies for the year. We sin-cerely hope that they will berenewed early with an augment-ed orchestra and will continueas interesting as during the pastschool year.

The assembly closed with sev-eral selections by the orchestraunder the leadership of Dr. H. V.Halladay.

Summer Clinic and P. G.With school closed for the

summer with the exception ofthe clinic, the few staying arekept more than busy. The var-ious departments will be main-tained as through the schoolyear, the advantage going to thestudents remaining, with thegreat number and variety ofcases. Clinic as usual will beconducted by a member of thefaculty.

Dr. Stanley Pettit of Cleve-land, Tenn., is in the city takingPostgraduate work, and Dr. Law-son Coulter will arrive shortlyfor the same purpose. Severalothers have written their inten-tion to toke advantage of theextensive OB work offered dur-ing the summer months. Lastsummer the cases averaged morethan one a day, and a month inDes Moines offers review workof a clinical type unexcelled.

Assembly, May 17Once a year the American In-

stitute of Business and Still Col-lege exchange assemblies. Onthis date the orchestra from Stillmoved intact over to the Victor-ia Hotel, in which the A. I. B.was then located. (Note: SinceJune 3, the A. I. B. has occupiedtheir new home at Tenth andGrand). The same morning thesingers from A. I. B. filled theassembly hour for Still. Fromreports both groups were wellentertained. The girls who cameover to Still are more than everinterested in the boys of ourcollege or at least some of themand the ten members of the or-chestra who visited the A. I. Bfound the best place to secureoffice help or something.

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Melvin Wright of Detroit Mich.a 61/2 pound baby girl, June 51935.

Band Banquet

The college Jazz Band havinginished a successful seasonwere entertained at a banquetThursday evening, May 16, atthe Hotel Fort Des Moines. Withthe exception of a couple of thenembers who were unavoidablyletained the entire personnelwas present. This year the grouphas consisted of the following:Harold Eckleman and FredGreen, violins; Gnau and Jeran-son, guitar and banjo; Douglass,Richardson, Templeton, O'Ber-ski, and Young, saxs; Whitney,piano; and Gerlach, drums. BobForbes, Bob Tessian, and CarlJohnson, former members of theband and graduates, were alsoguests. The loss of Doug on thesax and Harold Eckleman onviolin will be keenly felt nextseason and we hope new studentswill appear to take their places.The maintenance of a collegeband over a period of years isa difficult thing. Membershipchanges every semester andmeans usually a complete reor-ganization of the group.

Each of the graduating mem-bers spoke of the close friend-ship among the musicians in thecollege and Dr. Halladay closedwith thanks for the fine co-oper-ation of the group and expressedhis own pleasure in workingwith such a band.

Dr. J. O. HumbertEntertains Seniors

Dr. James Opie Humbert, '26,entertained the faculty and grad-uating class at a dinner at theFort Des Moines Hotel, Sunday,May 5. Dr. Humbert spoke onthe subject "Building a $10,000Practice." His remarks were ofinestimable value to the graduat-ing seniors and each one carriedaway some excellent ideas in re-gards to ethically advertising hisfuture practice.

Dr. Humbert is the originatorand producer of "Dr. Humbert'sCereal," a new departure inbreakfast cereals. A dish of thecereal and muffins made from itwere served at the banquet andfull size sample boxes were dis-tributed to all attending. Thisnew cereal is scientifically de-signed to promote normal in-testinal peristalsis and to pro-vide a readily digestible andhealthful form of whole wheatand barley. The cereal lends it-self to preparation as a cookedbreakfast food or as flour in thepreparation of muffins, healthbread, etc.

The faculty and senior classappreciate the doctor's thought-fulness in providing this oppor-tunity of receiving such worth-while information concerningpractice and also the introduc-tion of his fine cereal.

Dr. Humbert also presenteda similar dinner to the graduat-ing class of the Chicago Collegeof Osteopathy.

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The OutlookThe usual lull in college in-

terest during the vacation periodis conspicuous by its absence.The presence of Dr. Becker hasconverted our college into a ver-itable bee-hive of activity. Re-newed inspiration is being evi-denced by the faculty members,and a desire to start the newschool year "with a bang" is al-ready the spirit of the entireforce of our institution.

To the members of the stu-dent body I can conscientiouslysay that when you return in Sep-tember you are going to be quickto sense these inspiring forcesand you will enter into a newschool year with an added zestto continue your studies with theinterest and work necessary tocomplete them with honor toyourself and your profession.

As Dr. Becker has said, I donot feel justified in making anyrash statements to the Alumniof Des Moines Still College ofOsteopathy. We can only do ourbest, -and that we firmly-pledge.It is our desire to continue toadvance, to build and to createan institution of which you willjustly be proud. If we are ableto do these things in a gradual,


Faculty ElectedDrs. Fagen and Callison Added

The main business before thetrustees at the regular monthlymeeting in July was the selec-tion of the faculty for the com-ing year. It has always been thepolicy of the college to maintaina continuity if possible in theteaching staff. Dr. Arthur D.Becker, the newly elected pres-ident, will take over the majorportion of the work done prev-iously by Dr. C. W. Johnson. Dr.L. P. Fagen of Des Moines willassist in the department of anat-omy.

A major change of importanceis the acquisition of Dr. C. P.Callison of Pampa, Texas, whowill arrive in Des Moines thefirst of September, coming to thecollege as a full time member ofthe staff and taking over thesubjects taught by Miss AvaJohnson.

Dr. Callison has had an exten-sive teaching experience, beingan instructor with the NavalHospital Corps during the war,a teacher of science in KirksvilleState Teachers College and asso-ciate professor of Physiology inthe Kirksville College of Osteo-pathy. He has also taken snecial


J. P. Schwartz, D. 0.,F. A. C. O. S.

In order to catch "J. P.", ashe is intimately dubbed by hisassociates, you have to ariseearly and stay up late. This manis doing too much for his owngood. He is spending too muchtime helping others and too lit-tle conserving his own strength.This began sixteen years agowhen he graduated from Kirks-ville and immediately took aninternship in Des Moines withDr. S. L. Taylor. His career un-veils as rapidly as a Floyd Gib-bons word-picture.

During this time he was tak-ing an active part in the develop-ment of the college, teaching invarious departments and actingas a member of the board oftrustees. This brought him intoan intimate contact with the stu-dent body and his advice issought by all. As Dean of thefaculty he has led in the in-creased interest in the teachingof Osteopathy at Still College.

Dr. Schwartz is in demand asa speaker, receiving many invi-tations that cannot be filled, dueto his heavy schedule at the hos-pital and college. State and na-tional organizations also demandpart of his time, and last butnot least by any means, his fam-ily.

J. P. does like to sneak awaynow and then to a certain lakein Iowa where he has a cottageand steal a few days of much-needed rest from the strenuousduties of a busy and highly re-spected surgeon.

Serious, sincere, quick-wittedand highly efficient but with itall a modesty that drives you tohis friends for information need-ed for an interview.

"What about the college?"we asked the other day.

"Watch : our smoke", he re-plied with a smile.

Another busy physician who ishard to catch. Dr. Bachman isresponsible for the extensiveand well organized Obstetricalclinic at the college. For the pasteighteen years he has been anactive member of the faculty ofthe college and his work in hischosen specialty has attractedthe attention of the entire Osteo-pathic profession. The increas-ing number of cases of this typeeach year has made it necessaryfor an assistant to be appointedin this department as Dr. Bach-man's private practice demandsa certain part of his time.

The fact that the Obstetricaldepartment handled in a verysuccessful manner 400 cases thisyear certainly shows that StillCollege has a following that ap-preciates this efficient service.Added registrations each year in-dicate that this clinic has growneach year under the able direc-tion of Dr. Bachman.

Dr. Bachman is a great trav-eler and yet fond of his home.Mechanically inclined he hasbuilt a complete trailer with allmodern conveniences and whena few minutes offers, is alwaysbusy adding to the already ex-tensive landscape effects aroundhis home. A cottage in Minne-sota is another hobby and lieusually spends the greater partof the summer there with hisfamily.

His deep interest in the col-lege and its success insures hiselection each year to the boardof trustees and the office oftreasurer of the group. Dr. Bach-man is considered an authorityon Obstetrics and is frequentlycalled upon to meet with stateor divisional societies, lecturingon this subject.

"What about the college?" weasked him the other day.

"We have taken a big stepforward this year,"' was hisreply.

Still College ConventionNotices

The BoothMany of you who were at the

convention in Wichita last yearremember with pleasure the min-utes you spent in the collegebooth. This year Mrs. Robinsonwill be on the job as usual andwill be glad to see you again.Those of you who were not ableto attend last year and will beat the meeting in Cleveland, donot fail to look us up and reg-ister. Of course we will havesome literature for you if youwish it but we know you are notfond of carrying such booklets,etc. around. Register with usand tell us how many cataloguesyou wish and other literaturealso. This will then be mailed toyou at your office and save youthe trouble of taking it backhome.

We will have some new pic-tures of the college and with thechanges in administration weknow that there will. be a lot ofthings that you want to talkover. The Still College Booth isfor your information and con-venience and we urge you tomake it your headquarters dur-ing the convention.

The BreakfastWednesday morning the alum-

ni of the college get together fortheir annual breakfast. This willbe held at the official hotel andat 7:30. Look on the announce-ment board for details when youarrive, or to make sure of thetime and place, consult Mrs. Rob-inson in the Still College booth.Last year the room was filledand some did not get served aswell as they should. Put it downin your appointment book rightnow that you will attend thebreakfast for Still College Alum-ni, Wednesday morning, July 24.Our new president, Dr. Becker,will be there to greet you. TheSecretary, the Dean and othermembers of the faculty will bepresent. Who will be the oldestgraduate and who the youngest?Remember - the Hotel Cleve-land-Wednesday morning.

Grandfather Becker NowOn July 5th, Dr. and Mrs. Rol-

lin E. Becker became the proudparents of an eight pound boy,who will be known as Donald!Lee Becker. The babe arrived atthe Tulsa Osteopathic Hospital.Dr. Rollin Becker is practicingin Haskell, Okla., and is the sonof Dr. Arthur D. Becker, so thereis just as much pride on displayin Des Moines as in Oklahoma.


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ing the half-way mark we havenoted little change in activitiesof the Club.

In the last issue of this paperthe writer omitted an importantitem which concerned Seniorday. The program was interest-ing and then came the presenta-tion of trophies by the SigmaSigma Phi, all of which werecarried away by the Atlas Club.

We take great pleasure in an-nouncing the following brothersreceiving internships: Andreen,Lodish, Secor, Stephenson, Hall,and Bumpus.

This being the conventionmonth for the A. O. A. in Cleve-land, gives us something veryinteresting to look forward to,.

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PHI SIGMA GAMMAWe. were pleased to have as

our dinner guest Monday eve-ning, July 1, Dr. Arthur D.Becker, President of Still Col-lege. Phi Sigma Gamma extendsto you a cordial welcome, Dr.Becker, and looks forward tohaving you as their guest manytimes in the future.

Visitors so far this summerhave been Dr. and Mrs. LawsonCoulter of Detroit, and Dr. How-ard Topefer of West Virginia.

With the weather man finallypromising warm weather for achange, the favorite attire seemsto be white shirts and whitetrousers. However, after an af-ternoon of treating in the stiflingrooms at school even theseclothes do not seem to be ofmuch use in protecting the bodyfrom the penetrating rays of theIowa sun. The house is fairlyquiet, the silence at night brokenonly by the insistent ring of thetelephone, announcing that thebirth rate of Des Moines isabout to be increased. Joe Bar-tram and Earl Jurgenson havepulled stakes and returned homeuntil later in the summer. Therest of us enjoy life via the hotbath, an occasional sun bath onour third floor bath-a-torium,and relaxation to a populardance band on the radio. Theroot beer and, ice cream standsnext door also receive theirshare of attention, and as usualeveryone is endeavoring to bor-how a cigarette from someoneelse.

Sunday, June 30, Ed Owen,Jack Wilkes, Jim Dunham, andJohn Herrin assisted Dr. S. H.Klein at the Jimmie Allen AirRaces. Working with the Opti-mist Club we registered the con-testants and timed the flights ofthe planes.

Frat and SororityRegistration

Last year at Wichita the ma-jority of the fraternities andsororities got together at a com-mon registration booth. This wasa decided advantage over the oldmethod of each trying to reg-ister their own members and noone having any definite locationfor the purpose. This year, as oflast, the fraternity and sororityregistrations will follow the A.O. A. and local offices. It willnot immediately adjoin the localregistration but will be just astep away and as soon as youhave finished with the local reg-istration go immediately to thefrat and sorority desk. Eight or-ganizations officially use thisdesk but the girl has instruc-tions to register all fraternitiesand sororities, so fill in the cardat her request.

Dr. J. A. Cozart is presidentof the Interfraternity Assemblyand will call a meeting of therepresentatives early in theweek. Some very important mat-ters are to come before thisgroup, so see that your repre-sentative is available when thecall comes. If your organizationhas not completed its plans forthe anuiial meeting and banquetget in touch immediately withDr. M. K. Cottrell of Cleveland.Available space for such meet-ing is at a premium now. Re-member to register with yourorganization.

Tons of BabiesWhat does one and one-half

tons of babies look like? Pile398 of them on a truck and youhave the picture. But these werenot born all in one day. Theywere scattered through the yearand helped into this world bythe Senior students of Still Col-lege.

We have on our desk a com-plete report of the work done bythe Obstetrical department ofthe college from June 1, 1934to June 1, 1935. The busiestmonth was September, there be-ing 43 babies born, including twosets of twins. This same morfthholds the record for the mostborn in any seven consecutivedays. From September 25th to30th there were 15. cases in theclinic. November 28- and Janu-ary 18 tie for the greatest num-ber on any one day. Each ofthese days claims five births inthe clinic. Some other figureswill certainly interest you.

Breech- presentations-9; Po-dalic versions-14; Forceps de-liveries 10; Twins-8; Prema-ture-12; Miscarriages 3; In-fant fatalities-5; Total boys-211; Total girls-187.

The majority of the caseswere normal as is expected butthe average number of abnormal-ities occured. The clinic reportshows Placenta Abrupto, Con-genital Atelctasis, Spina Bifid,Hydrocephalus, Prolapsed Cord,Double Cleft Palate, RetainedMembranes and Hypospadius.

J. M. Woods, D. O.Dr. Woods started his career

in Kirksville, where he assistedin the Pathology Laboratory,later transferring to Des Moines,where he graduated. He was im-mediately retained on the fac-ulty and for the past twelveyears has been not only an ablemember of the teaching staff butserved five years as a member ofthe board of trustees. He is call-ed frequently to speak at con-ventions and will appear on thegeneral program at the meetingin Cleveland.

Dr. Woods is active in localand state Osteopathic affairs andbusy at his downtown office.

We wonder as we look thisrecord over whether or not yourealize the advantage that StillCollege offers in this subjectalone. These cases are taken careof in the home with the excep-tional case that must have hos-pital care. The delivery is super-vised by a graduate physicianattended by a group of studentseach of which has a special partto play until he is qualified tomake a delivery. Each studentas he advances in the trainingand finishes the clinical labora-tory work must be in attendanceat at least seven cases and mustmake at least two deliveries inthe presence of the registeredphysician. Some students at thecollege have attended over 100cases and made nearly as manydeliveries.

Drs. Bachman and Shaffer arein charge of this division of theclinical work at Still Collegeand have established a most en-viable reputation. The workdone by this department is wellknown thruout the city and hasincreased to the extent that attimes it taxes the available stu-dent list.

An interesting case came tolight recently in this work. OnMarch 19, twin girls were bornto a mother who was herself aclinic baby 31 years ago. Thisis not the first case of this kindbut well worth mention as itshows that the early reputationestablished by this clinic overthirty years ago is still remem-bered and taken advantage of bythe second generation.

This feature of Still Collegeis only one of the many thatmake the college outstanding in+thk ax, ta-r nf n 1iininal l XTatn

Mary Golden, D. O.

"Can a woman conduct a suc-cessful Osteopathic practice?"Dr. Golden is the answer to thequestion. She not only conductsa successful practice but also isactive in many local affairs. Sheaddresses P.T.A. meetings, pre-sides at Women's Rotary andother clubs, takes time off to runout of town to meet variousgroups and enjoys occasionalmotor or airplane trips. Full d0f'energy and ready to expend itfor the good of her .chosen pro-fession. Our choice for the theanswer to the question above.

tages. Not only in this depart-ment but in others, you will findthat the training is practical.You come in contact with theactual cases and you as a stu-dent gradually work up to thepoint of complete charge of thecase. Actual attendance on casesgives the student a confidencethat cannot be obtained in anyother way.

The advantages at Still Col-lege are certain.

Visitors

The following doctors recentlyvisited at the office of the col-lege. Drop in and say "Hello" tous when passing thru.

C. S. Pollock, Minneapolis,Minn.

H. G. Withrow, Milwaukee,Wisc.

Delmar Steninger, Wellman,Iowa.

Thomas S. Torrance, Edin-burgh, Scotland.

Harold Jennings, Mason City,Iowa.

Elmer Lee, Greely, Colo.Geo. Basore, Franklin, Ohio.

Pulmonary TuberculosisA new book by Dr. W. B.

Gould of Denver, is just off thepress. His introduction clearlystates his reasons and aims inwriting this very useful tomeand it makes good reading on asubject that you are not too fa-miliar with. T. B. and cancerhave long been the bane of thetherapeutic world. This bookwill clearthe path for a greater

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The L.BookThe Official' -Publication of

DES MOINES: STILL COLLEGEOF OSTEOPATHY

President .---------- A. D. Becker


Editor --------------- --- E. Harwood


Xeep to the Right

The other day I went downtown to buy a certain kind of ashirt. I came out of Younkers onWalnut Street: and started to-wards the Utica, one block east,along 'the. north side of thestreet. We have had a good dealof 'rain lately but this was oneof 'the ..ateroons when the sunpeeped down for a. while andbrought with it all' of the loaf-ers' and most of the shoppers inthe city. Across the street itlooked like a crowd waiting; fora circus parade. The red lightchanged' and the crowd' moved.The corner was jammed withmany waiting for the street car.Some backed up against the.building and others :'parked' inthe edge of the sidewalk leavinga narrow passage for the'severalhundred who had. crossed..Far-.ther down in front-of one of thedime stores a couple of barkersfor the Legion were .selling tick-ets to raffle off a car and direct-ly opposite them in the doorwayof the store was a negro boy eat-ing an ice cream cone. At hisfeet was a home made wagonwith the tongue sticking outover the walk and it was achoice between falling over thewagon or bumping into thebarkers -and their crowd. Ishould have taken the alley or-

It seems to me that we havea lot of people who do not keepon the right side of the streetThey gather in small bunchesand walk listlessly along backand forth. They turn and lookback and then speed up for afew minutes. They do not seemto have any objective in view.They impede the progress ofthose who do wish to get some-thing done and they occupy val-uable space. I wonder as I lookover the Osteopathic professionhow many of you can be classi-fied as the loafers, the hanger-oners, the puller-backers and theleft-side-of-the-streeters. Whichside of the street are you walk-ing on? Are you making pro-gress or is someone holding youback?. Take stock and find. outjust where you .are and whatyou have done. to add to theprogress of Osteopathy. Haveyou an objective?

We hope ... one. of. your objec-tives is to help increase thepower of'Osteopathy. Do-this bysending ,a student to one; of ourreQgnqized colleges - E., Har-wood.)

Still Grads Re-ElectedOfficers in Detroit Assn.

At the annual election of theDetroit Association of Physi-cians and Surgeons of Osteo-pathic Medicine, held at BookCadillac Hotel, May 15, Dr. Rob-ert K. Homan of the HighlandPark Osteopathic Clinic, was re-elected Vice President of the As-sociation.

Dr. Homan graduated fromDes Moines Still College in 1931and after a year's internship atthe Detroit Osteopathic Hospitalaffiliated with the HighlandPark Osteopathic Clinic. He hasbeen very active in organizationaffairs in Detroit, having beensecretary of .the City Associationin 1933, :vice president in 1934,and reselected vice president forthe year 1935-36. He has beensecretary of the Staff Associa-tion of the Detroit OsteopathicHospital for the past two years.

Dr. W. Kenneth Moore, alsograduated in the class of 193.1,and after a year's internship atthe Detroit Osteopathic Hospital,located in Detroit and has .beenvery active in Osteopathic cir-cles, ,having been secretary- ofthee Detroit Association in 1934and- has been recently re-electedto that office, for the comingyera.

Other officers elected were Dr.George B. F. Clarke, president;Dr. Bernadine Schefneker, treas-urer; Dr. Walter Bruer, stastic-ian; and Drs. Lester Schafferand Lloyd Seyfried, trustees.

Summer PlansOur inquiring reporter has

been busy for the last severaldays trying to get a little infor-mation as to the summer plansof the faculty and our localgroup of Osteopathic physicians.Definite plans have not beenmade in some cases and othersseem a little shy about tellingsuch secrets. The list is far fromcomplete but the effort was madeto reach all, so if you are leftout, it is not our fault. Everyone listed in the phone directorywas called.

Dean J. P. Schwartz will notattend the convention but is tak-ing -his vacation on the install-ment plan at one of Iowa'snorthern lakes.

:Dr. R. B. Bachman will remainat home this summer putteringaround his new home but maylater motor to the Ozarks.

'Dr. H. J. Marshall will attendthe Eye, Ear, Nose and Throatmeeting prior to the nationalconvention. He spends week-endsat Clear' Lake with his family.

Dr. Mary Golden will takework in Youngstown, Ohio, talkover the radio Sunday, July 21,at. Cleveland, attend the conven-tion and afterward- motor thruCanada.

Dr. G. E. Fisher may., makethe convention but has plenty todo .at home. He will visit hisbriother later in the summer..

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visit .fromr; his :.:brother in-. Cali-fornia. ';.;:- :

Mrs. Robinson will attend theconvention and later will 'motorto Minnesota.

Dr. and 'Mrs. Woods will at-tend the convention and visit inIllinois.

Dr. Arthur D. Becker will at-tend the convention and latervisit in Colorado.

Dr. J.' R. Shaffer plans to bein Cleveland.

Dr. H. V. Halladay and son,Morrie, will motor thru to theconvention, following which Dr.Halladay will spend several daysin Mesa Verde National Park.'

Dr. V. A. Englund will takespecial work at the NorwoodClinic in August.

Dr. J. A. Humphrey expectsto attend the convention.

Dr. R. B. Kale will attend theconvention and also visit in War-ren, Ohio, his home town.

Dr. and Mrs. Paul Park are athome with a new arrival.

Dr. O. E. Rose will attend theconvention and fish in Minnesotalater i'i the summer.

Dr. '"F. 'D. Campbell expects tomotor thrfi 'the Ozarks in Sep-temiber. ; ; :' '

Dr.' S.' :iH Kfein will take spec-ial work in Chicago and Colum-bus previous to. the convention,will attend tie,'i'e.eting in Cleve-.land and laft~er:.siend his .vaca'tion at Lak, 1iboji. '.-

Dr. C. E.. Seastrand a.wilkspendthe summer :in Eur. e:. ,i ::

From Dr. H. F. Kale.-We have' recently received a

fine letter from Dr. H. F. Kale,- , _ , w : i T__ __ - t a A 7-

wno graduated in January, i z o,and is now interning in the Wal-do Hospital at Seattle, Wash.Dr. Kale is very enthusiasticabout his work and finds everydepartment interesting. He men-tions the excellent spirit of co-operation in the institution andthe superior type of work beingdone by a number of the phy-sicians there.

Howard is not only apprecia-tive of his opportunity at the-hospital' but is sold on thecountry, too. He plans to remainin the nortwest and continue inpractice following his internship.

THE OUTLOOK

(Continued from Page 1)progressive manner, we onlyhope to merit your confidenceand continued good will.

I cannot help but feel the fu-ture of our science is to a greatextent dependent upon our col-leges. It is quite essential, there-fore, that each member of ourprofession and each student inour colleges accept the charge offurthering Osteopathic educationby interesting capable youngmen and young women in thestudy of our science. The educa-tional facilities in our six col-leges are very adequate theneed is YOUR. INSPIRINGFORCE TO KEEP THEM .FILL-_Fn-- - -- :-i/r.; l.. i.. U acto expects .to at- .ea' - -

tend' the convention and iater,' a '.- Dean 'John P. Sciwartz.

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Dr. and Mrs. M. J. Joseph-announce the arrival, May 19,of a young man in the familyweighing eight pounds and threeounces. He has been named Ron-ald Leon. Dr. Joseph was popu-larly known as "Micky" while incollege and'is now practicing inDetroit.

Dr. Walter 0. Hopkins-of the '27 class and now prac-ticing in London, arrived on theNormandie recently and will at-tend the convention at Cleve-land.

Dr. Walter E. Heinlenwas married the tenth of June

to Miss Lois Isabelle Gittins, theceremony occuring at Red Ooak,Iowa. Dr. and Mrs. Heinlen willbe at home after July first atElliott, Iowa.

' Dr Charles L. Baker-of .the '26 class is now. .ocated:in San, Francisco, beingT physi-cian; tin :chbarge of '-th'e -tr tmentof :: e. feet: in, a store ; recentlyopened' under the supervision ofDr.. Hiss...

Dr. Ray Lamb-of Des Moines has been ill forthe' past three weeks with aform of arthritis and is in Excel-sior Sprinigs,, Mo. for treatment.

If You Hold a MichiganLicense

Dr. F. Hoyt Taylor writes usas follows:

"Any Osteopathic physician,licensed in Michigan and nothaving received notice from thesecretary of the Michigan Boardof changes' in the Michigan re-quirements for maintaining li-cense in force should communi-cate with Dr. F. Hoyt -Taylor,1702oOlds Tower Bldg., Lansing,Michigan at once. Failure to doso may result in forfeiture ofMichigan license."

If you have any questions rel-ative to this notice write to Dr.Taylor.

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work in Physiology at the Uni-versity of Chicago. Dr. Calli-son's- several years of practice inTexas fits him well for the workhe will do in connection with.the extensive clinic at the col-lege.

The complete schedule ofclasses will be announced in thenext issue of the Log Book. Thetrustees feel that the changesmade will materially strengthenthe didactic.and laboratory workof the college and add to theservice .offered by the clinic.

Gl,' . en. Fisher was made afull time instructor augmentingthe staff for the summer.

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ing the May convention, againapproved President Gordon'splan to three circuit meetingsthroughout the year, two in ad-dition to the regular districtmeetings in October.

The first of the series washeld the week of June 16 withmeetings at Creston, Des Moines,Sioux City, Mason City, CedarRapids, and Ottumwa. The pro-gram consisted of Dr. Thomas S.Torrance, a practicing medicalphysician of Edinburgh, Scot-land, now in this country study-ing Osteopathy. Dr. John Woodsof the Des Moines Still faculty,and President F. A. Gordon.

Dr. Torrance was an inspira-tion to hear and those of theprofession not at the districtmeetings missed a real treat.His lecture, "The Supremacy ofOsteopathic Therapeutics", wasgiven in much the same formbefore the Kansas City Societyearlier in the year and may nowbe secured in reprint form from+h+. TZor-oaa ' itv ConllPee._ TI' Iv a,

fine piece of literature to placein the hands of all laymen. .Aftertwelve years of medical practiceDr. Torrance is in position toknow the results to be expectedfrom the hands of the "regu-lars." We understand he willspeak at Cleveland and to allgoing to the A.O.A. convention,we would urge that they hearDr. Torrance of Edinburgh, Scot-land.

Dr. John W oods on "HeartConditions" and "Obstetrics"gave unselfishly of his time andtalent. President Gordon com-pleted the program with "Gen-eral Society Affairs."

The State and District So-cieties co-operated in fine man-ner and are to be congratulatedupon the interest and responsegiven at this meeting. The So-ciety is enriched by some thir-teen of the profession who arenow members that weren't mem-bers the first of the fiscal year,and many have never been mem-bers-none of them being mem-bers last year. Truly an encour-aging start.

Dr. Rolla Hook, chairman ofthe membership committee; hassecured a fine response to hismembership appeal. If we wouldall adopt the slogan, "EveryMember Get a Member" the jobwould be done in no time. It isindeed a shame the time andlabor the various states as wellas the A.O.A. have to expend tosecure members, when suchtime, money and effort could beexpended to outside interests.

To many of us the Circuitmeant only a day from the office,while some of us couldn't evendo that-we were too busy. Drs.Woods and Gordon also conducta private practice but they gaveSix days of their time that theorganization might be the bet-ter served and the interests ofOsteopathy advanced.

The Adult Health Clinic, un-der the able chairmanship of Dr.Della B. Caldwell, are lookingforward to the best clinic yetheld, at the Iowa State Fair, inAugust. Some two hundred-odddollars was pledged at the Dis-trict meetings in June and thatwith the registration fee of onedollar for each examinationmade, will nearly cover the bud-get. Any Iowa member payingfive dollars toward this clinicsupport will have the privilegeof a post graduate course in ef-fect, in that they will be priv-iliged to conduct patients thruthe clinic and personally watchthe examination under nationallyknown men in our profession,who will be on hand on variousdays of the Fair. Such men willlecture to the doctors in the eve-ning at the Savory Hotel, andmimeographed prints of theirlectures will also be given allsuch contributors. You may haveoften wondered just how Drs.Becker, Laughlin, Conley, andothers may conduct a private ex-amination of their own patients.Here's your chance to watchthem first hand. Send in yoursubscription at once and takeadvantage of this exceptional op-nnrtunitv.

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Those in attendance at theMay convention and who wereespecially interested in the workof the Chicago Technique Team,may be interested in knowingthat the Manuals on Techniqueare now available and may besecured by writing Dr. J. A.Stinson in care of the ChicagoCollege. Some 36 figures anddrawings outlining appendiculartechnique, and all for one dollar.Certainly a real gift.

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Undoubtedly the profession atlarge was much surprised tohear of Dr. Becker's election tothe Presidency of Still College,Des Moines. The Iowa Societynot only extends congratulationsto the College, but as a Societycongratulates ourselves that Dr.Becker is here in the state andwill be one with us. The writerin looking back over eight yearsof college work can point to Dr.Becker as the outstanding figureand professor above all othersthat has left a mark in our mind.

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In accordance with Article 2,Section 1 of the new By-Lawsadopted at the May convention,we are herewith submitting thenames of those that have madeapplication to join the Societysince the first of the fiscal yearand who were not members lastyear. The By-Laws specify thatthe name of the applicant shallbe published. If no objectionsare received within 30 days theSecretary shall enroll the appli-cant as a member and notify theofficials of his action. If objec-tion is filed within the specifiedtime the board of trustees shallmake full investigation and takesuch action as their findingswarrant.

The names submitted 'here-with are: T. S. Clark, Bradgate;E. M. Van Patten, Ft. Dodge;

Des Moines General Hospital

Not only do students of Still College enjoy the advantagesof one of the most extensive clinics in the profession, but theyalso have the advantage of major and minor clinics at one ofthe most modern and completely equipped hospitals in thecountry. The close co-operation between the hispital and thecollege enables each student to become conversant with hos-pital technic and procedure.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Dean of the college, is president andsurgeon-in-chief of the hospital. Dr. H. J. Marshall, head ofthe Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat department of the hospital, isthe instructor in this specialty at the college. Drs. J. L.Schwartz, B. L. Cash, and H. A. Graney are also on the staffof both institutions.

With this fine hospital available for the study of surgicalcases the student body at Still College is offered everythingpossible in superior Osteopathic teaching and training.

Willard Named ByOsteopaths

Dr. H. B. Willard of Manches-ter, Iowa, was elected chairmanof the Iowa State Board of Os-teopathic Examiners at the an-nual meeting.

Dr. H. E. Hannon of Perry,Iowa, was re-elected secretary-treasurer, and Dr. W. D. An-drews of Algona, Iowa, wasnamed director of examinations.Dr. Hannan was chosen delegateto the national meeting of boardsof examiners in Cleveland, Ohio,July 22.

The board granted licenses asOsteopathic physicians to:

George E. Folkman, DesMoines; John C. Agnew, DesMoines; Edward F. Leninger,Creston; Francis J. Thompson,Des Moines; Carl G. Johnson,Minneapolis, Minn.; William S.Aspengen, DeKalb, Ill.; Henry A.Barquist, Des Moines.

James R. Forbes, Ft. Dodge;Robert J. Haas, Des Moines;Benny H. Devine, Des Moines;Clifford E. Worster, Des Moines;William C. Enderby, Green Bay,Wis.; Lillian B. Peterson, DesMoines.

C. R. Reynolds, Des Moines; H.M. Sash, Atlantic; J. H. Garret-son, Salem; George Estes, Glen-wood; Ethel Boyd, Spencer; H.A. Somers, Dickens; G. I. Noe,Sheldon; N. A. Cunningham,Colfax; Georgia Chalfont, Oska-loosa; J. C. Bishop, Rock Rapidsand Orilla Reeves, Mason City.

Lester D. Barry, Wahoo, Neb.;L. I. Theberge, Augusta, Me.;Geo. W. Swartzbaugh, Dayton,Ohio; J. Lawrence Berck, Paris,France; Herman H. Brinkman,Omaha, Neb.; Joseph R. Wala-schek, Des Moines; Bayne K.Bahnson, Kirksville, Mo.

Paul E. Wilson, Middletown,Ohio; Thomas F. Lange, Cham-paign, Ill.; Harold C. Gamble,Missouri Valley, Iowa; BlytheW. Green, Hawarden.

Dr. Olaf H. Olsen of SouthBend, Ind., and Dr. Lonnie L.Facto of Des Moines, weregranted certificates in surgery.-(From Des Moines Register.)

Safe and SaneDr .and Mrs. Arthur D. Becker

have a new way of celebratingthe Fourth. Their householdgoods arrived in Des Moines thenight of the 3rd. Plans weremade to unload the'next morn-ing early. Nature took a hand.One of our hardest daily rainsof the past two months poureddown for about four hours. Theunloading work went on despitethe rain and when visited in theevening they were much bettersettled than one might expect.The only casualty recorded dur-ing the day was when Dr. Beck-er failed to negotiate a muddyditch back of the house andcame up for air with a fewscratches and considerable dirton his clothing.

The Beckers will be at homesoon at 5807 Waterbury Circle.

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Volume 12 AUGUST 15, 1935 Number 8

Osteopathy at theIowa State Fair

For the third consecutive yearthe Iowa Osteopathic AdultHealth Clinic will be establishedat the state fair. An extensiveprogram of lectures will addthis year to the attractivenessof the program which is listedbelow. This work is of greatvalue to the profession in thestate and to Osteopathy in gen-eral and Iowa Osteopaths shouldtake advantage of this oppor-tunity to become a part of avery intensive working group.

An informal dinner will beserved each evening at the Sav-ery Hotel beginning August 23,following which the lecture willbe given by the speaker indi-cated in the program which fol-lows. At this dinner students orprospective students of Osteo-pathy will be welcome. The fee,except for the dinner charge,beirg waived.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz, DesMoines, Iowa. Examining Aug-ust 26 and 29-p. m. only. Lec-ture August 23: "Toxic Goiters."

Dr. Arthur Allen, Minneap-olis, Minn. August 24. Lecture:"Osteopathic Diagnosis andTechnic."

Dr. H. J. Marshall, DesiMoInes, Iowa. Examining Aug-

ust 23 and 27--p. m. only.Dr. Stanley Bandeen, Louis-

ville, Ky. Examining August 26and 27. Lecture August 26:"Nephritis."

Dr. Geo. Laughlin, Kirksville,Mo. Examining August 27 and28. Lecture August 27: "SpinalCurvatures."

Dr. Arthur D. Becker, DesMoines, Iowa. August 28. Lec-ture: "Cardiac Diagnosis andEl ectrocardiography."

Dr. A. C. Hardy, Kirksville,Mo. August 29. Lecture: "Diag-nosis of Common Eye, Ear, Noseand Throat Diseases."

Dr. R. B. Bachman, DesMoines, Iowa. Examining Aug-ust 26 and 29 a. m. only. Lec-ture August 30: "GynecologicalDiagnosis."

-J. M. Woods, D. O.Chief-of-Staff

To New YorkThe next convention of the

American Osteopathic Associa-ticn will be held in New YoreCity. It is not too early to begin planning for that meeting'At some time everyone wants t¢make the trip to New York andhere is the chance to make youistay do double duty.

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES, 1935-1936* * *

F'BIOLOGY ---.--BACTERIOLOGY -----ANATOMY ......CHEMISTRY, INORGANIC ---HISTORY OF OSTEOPATHY

F'EMBRYOLOGY -. ..-

RESHMAN B.

RESHMAN A.

HISTOLOGY ---.-.--.-----------------------:-CHEMISTRY, ORGANIC ......-- --------------- --PSYSIOLOGY ----------------- -----------------ANATOMY .....------HISTORY OF OSTEOPATHY --------------.

SOPHOMORE B.ANATOMY --.....-----.CHEMISTRY, PHYS. & TOX. -----PATHOLOGY I..--- ------PSYSIOLOGY ......---- ---- ---PRINCIPLES ----------

SOPHOMORE A.NERVOUS PHYSIOLOGY ..-------OSTEOPATHIC MECHANICS -_ANATOMY -..------------- ----------PATHOLOGY II ----PEDIATRICS ......- ---

JULABORATORY DIAGNOSIS ----.PHYSICAL DIAGNOSIS --SPECIAL PATHOLOGY ---------TECHNIC ......DIETETICS AND HYGIENE

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R B.

JUNIOR A.OBSTETRICS ...... ------

GYNECOLOGY ..-------.. -----

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES .......... ----OSTEOPATHIC THERAPEUTICS ------SUPPLEMENTARY THERAPEUTICS ----CLINIC-MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY.

SENIOR B.NERVOUS DISEASES ---------OBSTETRICS II ......---OSTEOPATHIC THERAPEUTICS ---------------------SURGERY ... ....--------- ---EYE, EAR, NOSE & THROAT --- ......------ -----CLINIC-MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY.X-RAY & PHYSIO-THERAPY-TUES. & THURS.

SENIOR A.

.--..---- C. E. OWEN.. C. P. CALLISONH. V. HALLADAY

-..--.-....- G. E. FISHER. H. V. HALLADAY

O.... 0. E. OWEN.....--- C. P. CALLISON.-.....-...- G. E. FISHER...---- C. P. CALLISON

H. V. HALLADAY. H. V. HALLADAY

H. V. HALLADAY.... I. C. GORDON

.... - J. M. WOODS......-.. C. P. CALLISON.....-..--- A. D. BECKER

..--.......--..-.- L. L. FACTOH. V. HALLADAY

........ _ L. P. FAGEN..- I. C. GORDON... M. E. GOLDEN

.---........-. ......... -- ----- G. E. FISHER.- --.....-. - .--- ........... - L. L. FACTO

....-..-..... ..........----.- I. C. GORDON.-..-.-- ...---- L. L. FACTO

.--....... ...... C. P. CALLISON

. R. B. BACHMANR. B. BACHMAN

.-.---.-. L. L. FACTO

..---. J. M. WOODS

..... .E. FISHER

A. D. BECKER. R. B. BACHMAN

...-...--. J. M. WOODSJ. P. SCHWARTZH. J. MARSHALL

-.......---- B. L. CASH

APPLIED ANATOMY ..--.--------------- -------- J. M. WOODSDIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS ---- ------ .....-- - A. D. BECKERPROCTOLOGY & UROLOGY -------------------------- J. P. SCHWARTZSURGERY ------------------------------------- J. P. SCHWARTZEYE, EAR, NOSE & THROAT ---- ......------------ H. J. MARSHALLCLINIC-MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY.MEDICAL JURISPRUDENCE ........-----------

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Laboratories under the direction of the head of each departmentare conducted in the afternoons in the following subjects: Histology,Biology, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Embryology, Physiology, Pathology,Anatomy, Gynecology, and Clinical Diagnosis.

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1935-1936 Calendar

REGISTRATION --. . ..--. SEPTEMBER 9Roll Call --------------------- September 10Final Freshman Registration ----------------------- September 23Armistice Recess ---------------- November 11Thanksgiving Recess ...-----------------November 28 to December 2Christmas Vacation ..--------------- December 20 to January 6Graduation ----------------------- - January 24Registration ._- .-- - -----------------. January 25Roll Call ----------- ---------- --- January 227Easter Recess . (------ - Date to be Announced)Graduation .. .-- ..------------- - May 29

New Board Member

One of the major changesmade at the regular monthlymeeting of the trustees of thecollege was the election of Dr.H. J. Marshall of Des Moines asa member of the group. This wasnecessitated due to the resigna-tion of the oldest member ofthe board, Dr. Bertha Crum ofAmes, Iowa. Dr. Crum has serv-ed the college faithfully for thepast twenty years and it waswith much regret that thru herresignation the board learnedthat she expects to retire shortlyfrom practice in the state ofIowa.

Dr. Marshall comes to theboard of trustees of the collegewith considerable institutional,organization and educational ex--perience back, of his excellentrecord. He has been a memberof the faculty and the corporateboard of the college for a num-ber of years. He has also duringthis time been active in local,district, state and national or-ganization work. As a memberof the official governing groupof the Eye, Ear, Nose andThroat section of the nationalassociation he has filled all ofthe offices and is now secretaryof the international society. Thecollege is pleased to make theannouncement of his election to;he board of trustees and feelsthat a strong, constructive per-sonality has been added to theexecutive group of Still College.

The Once-OverWe took a walk around the

building the other day.The labs on the first floor are

all being cleaned and renewedfor the fall work. You will besurprised at the dissection room.

The faculty room on the sec-ond floor has been cleaned andre-arranged. The president's of-fice is a joy to behold and themain office is bright and cheeryafter the summer cleaning.

Bob has been working in thebook store on the third floor,cleaning it, and other recon-struction work is being done.

The fourth floor has under-gone a radical change, the li-t rary being installed and addi-tional class room space arrang-ed.

The labs, assembly room andprojectoscope room on the fifthfloor will each be ready to re-sume their respective dutieswhen the college opens.

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ATLAS CLUBAlthough Spring seems slow

in its approach, the usual signsare becoming numerous aroundthe house. The most significantis the sight of baseballs andsoft balls being handled mightilyby various fraters, ambitious tobecome members of the Clubteam. The absence of LandyJohnson this year made thechoice of a new pitcher impera-

ti a, a- -a-Jir i jalLgerlty is IT! --Sofar only one window has beenbroken but the season is yetyoung. (By the way the Ac-tives recently defeated the Fresh-men-26 to 16.)

The final degrees of initiationwere recently bestowed uponupon Richard Northrup andMarcus Gerlach. Congratulationsto our new brothers.

Bros. Fred McAllister, '34,and Russ Stephens, Jan, '35, re-cently visited the house for ashort while during a stop madein Des Moines, while enroutefrom Detroit, Mich. to St. Jos-eph, Mo., where both are intern-ing in Mercy Hospital.

Saturday nights are still be-ing observed by the residents asopportunities to parade theirnew suits and occasionally theirnew girls-in other words-openhouse nights are still quite thevogue and are well attended.

Don Evans and Leigh Beamerrecently visited their respectivehomes in Detroit, Mich., and Ke-wanee, Ill. It seems as thoughthey miss the home folks a greatdeal. Although Evans found thathis parents had migrated to Vir-ginia, he is reported to haveenjoyjed himself immensely not-withstanding.

WIGITS - O'Shana gets outthe white shoes - the generalrush for rides to school eachmorning-how clean the loungeroom is kept-our smooth drive-way-the house nudists group-ping-pong addicts the boys whoare reputed "hitched" - phonecalls for Freshmen saying "Isthe Doctor In?" - electricianFord-where is Goode on week-ends?-Tiny floods the house-Aesop says, ""*! 1/3 @ ! no hotwater to shave with" -a 'fourth'for bridge.

IOTA TAU SIGMABrother Dresser seems to have

a passion for the uninhabitedspaces. First its an expedition toHubbell Boulevard and plowedground. Now, with an enlargedcrew, he leads on into other un-inhabited districts.

J. Francis (What-a-Man) Yukland Brother MacIntyre seen tohave their calendar working inreverse. Anyway, they didn't

show up for our first kittenball were pledged to that organiza-game. Whazzamatter? tion. John Mattern and Hal Wal-

Now that we're off to a good ters have been pledged to Sigmastart in kittenball, we have high Sigma Phi.hopes of keeping up the good While wandering through thework. The first game ended 20 rooms the other night it was in-to 6, with ITS on the long end teresting to note the variety ofof the score. states represented. College, it is

We're all hoping the weather said, brings fellows from allwill warm up a little soon, so parts of the country, and thewe can put our brass monkey Phi Sig's are certainly no ex-back out in the yard. ception. For instance, Bill Rees

And, believe it or not, Curly is from West Virginia, Jack Wil-Maloy sat in the booth by the kes hails from Michigan, as dowindow in the Bull Dog the Des Rice, Eddie Zyzelewski,other evening, and scared three John Hoose, Jerry O'Berski, andcustomers away. We didn't Joe Peterson. Hal Walters, Emilblame them, either. We almost Braunschweig, Ed Owen, Billran ourselves, when we saw him. Moore, Bud Storey, John Mat-

We're wondering if Boston's tern, Myron Bos, Leigh Whitney,name has effected his appetite. and Pat Kelsey are from Iowa.Anyway, he seems to have a Ohio claims Bob Hoefer, J. B.special affinity for beans. Miller, Bob Gibson, Joe Bartram,

Brother Happel is back from Jim Dunham, Bill Slater, andone of those romantic trips to Bob Luby. Walt Irvin puts Penn.dear old Dayton. Well, Bob, if on the map, and Bryce Steevesthe picture doesn't lie, we don't upholds Canadian traditions byblame you. claiming New Brunswick as his

Brother Pohl is going to stop home. Enderby and Hecker keepover in Iowa City for awhile, we Wisconsin in the running, whileunderstand, while making the Jurgenson boosts Minnesota.aftercalls on his latest 0. B. Folkman boosts the Orange and

And now Easter vacation is in Blue of Illinois, and ye writerthe offing. We suspect that claims Kansas by birth and Ne-Father Time has gone to sleep braska by circumstances.on the job, for it has been in theoffing for ages now (?). "DoctorHave Yo Con-

Anyway, if or when Easter Doctor, Have You Con-comes, several of the boys are sidered Your Future?going away for the week-end.Best of luck, fellows, and hurry (Continued from Page 1)back. the treatment of conditions in

this area.PHI SIGMA GAMMA This is an unusual opportun-

Monday evening, March 25, ity for you to obtain post-grad-Miss Ava Johnson addressed uate work out of the ordinary, athe fraternity on "Psychology composite symposium, as it were,and the Doctor." She stressed of the opinions of men from allthe fact that expression of self, over the country.group life, and personal contacts Your association with suchplay an important part in prac- men will give you a confidencetice. While listening to symp- and a prestige that you can ac-toms a doctor must always require in no other way. You maygard his patient in the first per- have the benefit of the entireson, and associate him with his program of the I. S. 0. simplydaily life in order to intelligent- by paying the nominal fee ofly diagnose the condition. five dollars and being present at

With the baseball season offi- Cleveland, Ohio, from Monday,cially opened the boys roll out July 15, through and includingof bed these mornings with a Wednesday, July 17, 1935. Thisvariety of facial contortions and year there is an added feature-exclamations of dire pain. We all surgical procedure will beopened the season against the demonstrated and carried out on"ITS", the result being numer- the cadaver as well as the livingous bruises, sore muscles, a lot subject.of fun, and a small score for Should you desire to be award-us. However, the team is under ed your fellowship degree of F.the Osteopathic care of trainer I. S. O., you may make applica-Rees and expects to be in fine tion to Dr. H. J. Marshall of Desshape for the next clash. Moines, Iowa, and arrange with

Delta Chapter is the proud him for your examination. Thispossessor of a complete new set is given by the Board of Di-of dishes and kitchenware. Made rectors of the I. S. 0. and con-of the latest and best material, sists of a searching but fair ex-they are an addition that will be amination of your qualifications,of use not only to present mem- knowledge and abilities. The feebers, but to future generations for this membership is butof P. S. G's. twenty-five dollars. The examin-

Brother Hoose recently re- ation will be given July 15 orceived a letter from Dr. Way- 16. The honor of satisfactorilyland, who is practicing in Cedar- meeting the requirements is thetown, Ga. Byron reports splen- greatest possible in your chosendid co-operation from the other field of endeavor and meansdoctors in that locality, and has much to all those who have hadbeen invited to avail himself of the privilege of acquiring it.the hospital facilities there. Nice Plan to come and be with us.going, Byron, and let us hear I am sure you will deem it theagain. most profitable three days you

Bud Storey was recently in- have ever spent at a Convention.itiated into Psi Sigma Alpha, -Paul J. Dodge, D. O.,and Joe Peterson and Myron Bos F. I. S. 0.

Convocation, March 15The orchestra, paced by Dr.

Halladay, played as the over-ture the lately popular "Take aNumber From One to Ten." Theencore was "A Boy and A GirlWere Dancing."

A movie entitled "CatchingSeals in Alaska" was shown.Seal hunting in the frozenwastes of the Polar regions is afar more arduous task than onewould imagine. For the sake offeminine vanity hundreds ofmen push through the ice in ice-breaking steamers to the habitatof the seal and then, on footwith clubs or guns, slaughterthe seals in wholesale lots, scar-cely one remaining in the areacovered. Then these thousandsof pelts are transported back tobe cured, made into beautifulcoats and furs to adorn the fem-inine form at the expense of aterrific blow to the masculinepocketbook.

In viewing this film one wasmoved to ponder on the oncealmost limitless numbers of bi-son which roamed the middlewestern plains. Human greedand the unexplainable urge ofsome men to kill animal life forthe sake of killing without anythought of its future existence,almost swept the once mightybuffalo from the earth. Todaybut a few herds are extant, andthese only through the protec-tion of the government.

The Federal government hasalready been forced to lay downrigid laws in the Alaskan sealhabitats to keep these creaturesfrom extinction. The necessityfor such procedure being amplydemonstrated in this picture.The government is to be admir-ed for so doing but it is not avery glowing tribute to so-called"civilized" man that such a moveis necessary.

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(Continued from Page 1)tea for visiting women,--amiuse-ment for children, many classand school reunions and a hostof other things too numerous tomention.

The serious part of the Con-vention, the program, is to bean Osteopathic post-graduatecourse of the highest order. Par-ticular emphasis is to be placedon the diagnosis of the lesion.On Thursday night the Chicago"Flying Circus" technicians willput on a full evening of specifictechnique which you can't affordto miss. All fields of practicewill be covered from the sim-plest problems of the generalpractitioner to the most complexproblems of the specialist. Diag-nosis, obstetrics, practice of Os-teopathy, athletics, acute dis-eases, care of feet, surgery, eye,ear, nose, and throat, gynecol-ogy, proctology, anything andeverything you want.

For program information-write to Dr. Wallace M. Pear-son. Do not miss-

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The OsteopathicConcept

Dr. George J. Conley, Presi-dent of the American Osteopath-ic Association, recently spoke tous. In his address he repeatedlyreferred to Osteopathic conceptsand how they have been verifiedtime and time again in practice.Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Deafi- oTS1T1College, recently reaffirmed,while speaking on the radio andpublicly in southern Iowa, thepostulate of Dr. Still's, that"the human body contains with-in itself all substances necessaryfor the maintainance of health."

These men, two of the greatestsurgeons in the profession, haveevery opportunity to put Osteo-pathy to the acid test and theyhave not found it wanting. Theyhave found that it is indispensi-ble in their surgical practice andthat its capabilities have notyet been plumbed to the bottom.Day by day we see this greattherapeutic system we call "Os-teopathy" unfold itself and dis-close greater capabilities.

Will Osteopathy continue toso unfold itself? Will it continueto rise to greater heights in thealleviation of human suffering?Of Course? Yes, IF we take careto see that its perpetuation isassured, and we can do that byseeing to it that our schools aresupplied with students in whosehands the future of our profes-sion will be in good keeping.

Still College is ever improvingits equipment and instruction tokeep pace with all modern de-velopments. It offers to studentsthe ultimate in Osteopathic edu-cation, unsurpassed clinics, ex-cellent hospital facilities, mod-ern fire-proof building and afaculty presenting the best indidactic and practical instruc-tion. Your prospective studentswill thank you for sending themto Still.

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must have a thorough knowledgeof his apparatus and also a com-plete understanding of the path-ology of the patient. We expectto hear more of this work lateron.

The final faculty meeting forthe year will be held the eve-ning of May seventh. Dr. J. P.Schwartz, Dean of the Faculty,is to be congratulated for thefine programs he has plannedand the faculty commended forthe excellence of the papers of-fered.

The IOWA OSTEOPATHIC PRACTICE ACT

(Sections 2 and 3 have been omitted due to lack of space. They aremerely explanatory and not vital to ordinary understanding of thelaw.-Editor.)

House File 174 A BILL FORAn act to repeal the law as it now appears in chapter one hun-

dred eighteen (118), Code, 1931, and to enact a substitute there-for regulating the practice of Osteopathy and Osteopathy and Sur-gery.

BE IT ENACTED by the General Assembly of the State of Iowa:That, the law as it appears in chapter one hundred eighteen,

(118), Code, 19'31, be repealed and the following sections be en-acted in lieu thereof and as a substitute therefor:

SECTION 1. For the purpose of this code the following defi-nitions are enacted:

(a) Osteopathy is that school of healing arts which teachesand practices scientific methods and modalities used in the pre-vention and treatment of human diseases, but whose basic concept,in contrast with all other schools, places paramount emphasis uponthe normality of blood circulation and all other body functions asa necessary prerequisite to health and holds that such normalityis more certain of achievement by and through manual stimulationor inhibition of the nerve mechanism controlling such functions, orby the correction of anatomical maladjustments.

(b)-Osteopathic practice is that method of rehabilitating,restoring and maintaining body functions by and through manualstimulation or inhibition of nerve mechanism controlling such bodyfunctions, or by the correction of anatomical maladjustment, and/orby other therapeutic agents, methods and modalities used supple-mentary thereto; but such supplementary agents, methods or mod-alities shall be used only preliminary to, preparatory to and/or inconjunction with such manual treatment. Such Osteopathic prac-tice is hereby declared not to be the practice of medicine withinthe meaning of chapter one hundred sixteen (116), subject to theprovision of said chapter.

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SECTION 4. Every applicant for a license to practice Osteo-pathy shall:

1.-Present to the Osteopathic examiners of Iowa satisfactoryevidence that he has a preliminary education equal at least to therequirements for graduation from an accredited high school orother secondary school of equal or greater standards, and thatprior to his matriculation in an Osteopathic college he has alsocompleted two years of college or university study consisting of atleast sixty (60) semester hours of collegiate work in an accreditedcollege or university, during which college or university coursehe has had at least twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry, eight(8) semester hours of physics, eight (8) semester hours of biology,six (6) semester hours of English, twelve (12) semester hours ofnon-science subjects; provided, however, that this two years ofcollegiate pre-Osteopathic work shall not be required of any ap-plicant who has matriculated in an accredited college of Osteopathyprior to March 1, 1935.

2. Present a diploma issued by an accredited college of Os-teopathy approved by the Osteopathic examiners of Iowa.

3. Pass an examination in the science of Osteopathy as here-in defined and in the practice of the same, including minor surgery,as prescribed by the Osteopathic examiners of Iowa. --_ .

SECTION 5. In addition to all the requirements of the pre-ceding sections, every applicant for a license to practice Osteopathyand Surgery shall:

1. Present satisfactory evidence that he has completed either:(a) A two year post-graduate course, of nine months each,

in an accredited college of Osteopathy approved by the Osteopathicexaminers of Iowa, involving a thorough and intensive study of thesubject of Surgery as prescribed by such Osteopathic examiners, or

(b)-A one year post-graduate course of nine months, asprescribed in the preceding paragraph, and, in addition thereto,has completed a one year course of training as a surgical assistantin a hospital having at least twenty-five (25) beds for patients andequipped for doing major surgical work.

2. Pass an examination as prescribed by the Osteopathic ex-aminers in the subject of Surgery ,which shall be of such characteras to thoroughly test the qualifications of the applicant as a prac-titioner of major surgery.

SECTION 6. No college of Osteopathy shall be approved by theOsteopathic examiners as an accredited college of recognizedstanding unless it has in all respects met the standards fixed and re-quired by the bureau of professional education of the AmericanOsteopathic Association, and which requires completion of a sci-entific course of professional study, including all of the basic sub-jects and courses then being taught generally in approved medicalschools, and covering a period of not less than four full schoolyears of nine months each, in actual resident attendance. Suchprofessional courses shall require a specific and published schedule


Convocation, April 5With Dr. Halladay back on

the director's stand the orches-tra opened the program withtwo selections, "I Believe InMiracles" and "Take A NumberFrom One to Ten."

Dr. Halladay, who had justreturned from accompanying thelocal American Institute of Bus-iness Girls Basketball Team tothe National Tournament atWichita, told of his experienceswith that team.

Virge stated that he went fora vacation thinking that hewould take care of but one teambut, as soon as the presence ofan Osteopathic physician waslearned, he was worked nightand day caring for injuries ofall sorts. The tourney opened onMonday, so Sunday night theten girls on the team receivedthorough general treatments.After the opening games Virge'soffice, which was set up in ahotel room, was the busiestplace in the city. Each night hewas treating bruises and lacer-ations, taping sprained ankles,working out charley horses, etc.,until way past midnight.

"At the Forum," said Virge,"there was an M. D., internes,trained nurses and a fully equip-ped hospital room at the serviceof the teams participating inplay. But after Monday nightthe 'Osteopath' had three callsto one for the official group.These teams were looking forOsteopathy, not medicine, tokeep them in the fierce play ofthe tournament games.

"During the week I treatedfour out of the eight officials,several trainers and members ofalmost every team present.

"To show what Osteopathy willdo in athletics take the case ofSunny Dunlap, star of the cham-pion Tulsa team. In the semi-final game Sunny was terriblybruised until she was carriedfrom the floor. Her coach tookher from the hospital room andturned her over to me. She wasbruised from head to foot andutterly exhausted. That nightshe was treated and put to bed.The next morning she was treat-ed again, watched through theday and that night played thechampionship game and was thestar."

One night during the week Dr.Wallace, of the SouthwesternOsteopathic Sanitarium, had anOsteopathic dinner in Dr. Halla-day's honor and Virge also wasa guest at a noon luncheon ofthe Wichita Lions Club.

From his study of girls' bas-ketball Virge concludes thatthey play just as hard and fierceas do boys. He noticed that, al-though girls expend their energymore quickly than men, they re-cuperate much faster, recoverfrom serious injury in less timeand are able to return to playafter an injury that would keepa man athlete on the sidelinesfor a longer time.

The assembly closed with"Alexander's Rag-Time Band,"Irving Berlin's first great hit.

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The orchestra must have hada heavy rehearsal, as it playedthree numbers to open the pro-gram instead of the customaryone. The first two were "BelieveIt Beloved," and "The DesertSong." For the third song Virgeabandoned his baton, seated him-self at the piano and played the"hot" piano part to the peren-nial favorite, "Bye Bye Blues."

Dr. Johnson discussed BasicScience legislation. He said:"There is no reason why Osteo-pathy should oppose Basic Sci-ence Laws if they are admin-istered fairly. The fundamentalsmust be the same for all schoolsof therapy. The only objectionto it, if it is fairly and impartial-ly carried out, is that it adds ex-tra expense and time to the stu'-dent or graduate when he isleast abhle to afford it. Examina-tion in the Basic subjcts shouldbe insisted upon by law but, tosave time and expense, the ex-amination could be adequatelyhandled by the regular examin-ing boards."

Verne Wilson tendered theappreciation of Sigma Sigma Phito those who supported theSpring Dance. He further an-nounced that, after kittenball,the fraternity would sponsor nomore contests or activities unlessthe student body gave assurancethat it would support same moreliberally in the future.

The chaser was "Two Cigar-ettes in the Dark."


Standing upon the director'splatform, wielding Virge's hal-lowed baton was the Adonis ofthe Senior Class, Bennie "Char-lie Agnew" Devine. As a pinch-hitting orchestra director Ben-nie hit a home run (must havebeen eating Wheaties). "TheMan from Harlem" was theopening pibroch he so ablyconducted, the feature of whichwas a vocal (?) refrain bythe oscillating drummer, MarkGerlach.

Dr. Johnson introduced theRev. Smith, Chaplain of theIowa Methodist Hospital. Rev.Smith proved to be a most en-tertaining speaker. "Selfishnessand greed for personal advance-ment." he said, "are rife in theworld. Crime is paying well; itis too scientific; we deal tookindly with criminals. We shouldbe just to law-breakers but wemust stop petting and coddlingthem.

"If a thing is of God it willstand," he continued, "if not, itwill fall. The Bible is the onlysocial doctor book in the worldbut it must be liberalized in itsinterpretation to be effective.We should liberalize everythingpossible -other's thoughts arejust as valuable as-ours.

"Protecting the average man'sfuture is the task of today. Itcan be done by first creatingthe thought of brotherly loveand kindness; second, enlarging,elevating and expanding the

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of study and clinical practice forthe entire school period, and thisschedule shall include the study of:

1.-Such basic and fundamental subjects are: (1) Anatomy,(a) regional, (b) dissection, (c) applied, (d) surgical and (e)microscopic; (2) Histology; (3) Physiology; (4) Pathology; (5)Diagnosis, (a) physical, (b) differential, and (c) laboratory; (6)Chemistry, including biochemistry and toxicology; (7) Pharmaco-dynamics; (8) Bacteriology;

2.-(9) Surgery, (a) major, (b) minor, (c) orificial, and (d)orthopedic;

3.-(10) Principles of Osteopathy and (11) ComparativeTherapeutics;

4. (12) Practice of Osteopathy as applied to the diagnosisand treatment of human diseases, including (13) Clinical Prac-tice; (14) Neurology and Psychiatry; (15) Obstetrics; (16) Pedia-trics; (17) Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat; (18) Urology; (19) Gyne-cology; (20) Proctology; (21) Dietetics; (22) X-Ray, both diag-nostic and therapeutic; (23) Hygiene; (24) Dermatology; (25)Syphilology and (26) Jurisprudence.

5.-Supplemenaal therapeutics, including such subjects as(27) Hydrotherapy; (28) Electro-therapy; (29) Drug-therapy;(30) Biological-therapy and (31) Psycho-therapy.

SECTION 7. One licensed as an Osteopathic physician maypractice Osteopathy as defined in section one (1) hereof, includingobstetrics and minor surgery. One specially licensed as an Osteo-pathic physician and surgeon under section five (5) hereof mayalso practice major surgery. Neither Osteopathic physicians norOsteopathic physicians and surgeons licensed under this chaptershall oe subject to the provisions of chapter 116, Code of Iowa,1931.

SECTION 8. A license to practice Osteopathy or Osteopathyand Surgery shall not authorize the licensee to prescribe or give internal curative medicine, and a license to practice Osteopathy shallnot authorize the licensee to engage in major operative surgery.The words "internal curative medicine," so used herein, shall beso construed as not to include antidotes, biologics, drugs necessaryto the practice of minor surgery and obstetrics, or to the simplerremedies commonly given for temporary relief.

SECTION 9. The board of supervisors of any county may enterinto contract with one licensed hereunder for the care and treat-ment of its indigent sick.

SECTION 10. One licensed hereunder shall have the right toexamine applicants, recommend admissions and make reports inconnection with the admission of patients to all state-owned in-stitutions.

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The laws of 37 states call for a High School diploma as a prereq-uisite for entrance into a college of Osteopathy. Still College willcontinue to register students who may wish to practice in any of these37 states, upon presegntation of a High School diploma or the equiva-lent thereof. Any High School graduate, no matter what state may behis present residence, may enter Still College this September and beeligible, upon graduation, to practice in any of the great group ofstates -isted beTow' in the last paragraph.

Any prospective student intending to eventually practice in Cal.,Conn., N. Y., or Pa., must have had On e Year of pre-Osteopathic collegework. Prospective students wishing to practice in the District of Col-umbia, Idaho, Ind., Iowia, Ky., Miss., New Hamp., or Va., must have hadTwo Years pre-Osteopathic college work before matriculation in anOsteopathic College.

High School graduates who are interested in Osteopathy as acareer are urged to enter Still College this September. They will findexcellent opportunities awaiting them in the following states: Ala.,Ariz., Ark., Colo., Del., Fla., Geor., Ill., Kan., La., Maine., Md., Mass.,Mich., Minn., Mo., Mont., Neb., Nev., N. J., N. Mex., N. Car., N. Dak,,Ohio, Okla., Ore., R. I., So. Car., So. Dak., Tenn., Texas, Utah, Vermont,Wash., W. Va., Wisc., and Wyo.

For full information relative to state requirements address:DES MOINES STILL COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHY,

722 Sixth Avenue-Des Moines, Iowa.

whole human race, and third,working for charity and fairnessto all men. Christ was a Social-ist in this sense; he looked to-ward a regeneration of the en-tire world along these lines ofbrotherly love, kindness andhelp to those in need. This is thetype of Socialism we need. Standon the side of right to humanity,your country and yourself."

This message was most worthwhile and we trust Rev. Smithwill visit us again in the not too

A3IA;oni a LLLLiLI.

Maestro Devine led his mu-sicians through the insidiousflats, over the monticolous sharpsand past the barriers of caden-zas, D. S's. and Codas of "You'reIn My Power," which, he said,was dedicated to Osteopathy andplayedlike a bunch of Senators!The Thespian Gerlach, in cos-tume, Boris Karloffed the re-frain. Musicians, vocalist and di-rector all ended together and apandemonium of applause com-pensated for their efforts.

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Many thanks to all that haveassisted in making this a mostsuccessful membership campaign.The present state membershipnow totals 177, which is an in-crease of 56 in number, or 46%over last year. A directory is nowbeing prepared and will beprinted in connection with theprograms of the state conven-tion.

Only one other year had a bet-ter membership record. This wasin 1931 when the total was 187.There is still time for the all-time record to be broken, and itwill take but eleven morenames.

Seven have sent in dues dur-ing the _past month: Fave C.Kimberly and J. L. Schwartz ofDes Moines; Leo Strumer, Shen-andoah; S. B. Miller, Cedar Rap-ids; W. C. Miller, CollegeSprings; W. A. McVane of Dyers-ville; and B. L. Cash of DesMoines.

Thanks again for your loyalsupport.

S. A. Helebrant, D. O.

All thoughts are now lendingthemselves to the annual conven-tion at Hotel Savery III, DesMoines, May 2 and 3. Space for-bids that we go into detail butthe printed program will reachyou within the near future.

Dr. Conley, AOA President,will talk to the Auxiliary at oneluncheon and the husbands havebeen extended a welcome to sitin and listen. He will also be onthe air over WHO, but we havebeen unable at this writing toget the exact hour.

Dr. Schwartz on Fractures;Conley on Obstetrics; the Chica-go Technique Team, and Dr. Hul-burt of the AOA, all have vitalmessages. Registration fee formembers is two dollars and fornon-members, five dollars, whichin both instances include thebanquet. Dr. C ow i il- b -oa-t-master.

The annual business meetingshould receive the attention ofall members. Amendments andrevisions of the Articles of In-corporation and By-Laws havebeen in your hands for at leastthirty days. We trust you havestudied them and will be onhand to take an active part.

-Paul O. French, D. O.,Secretary-Treas.

Welcome to Hotel Savery IIIHotel Savery III extends a

very genuine welcome to all at-tending the Convention of theIowa Society of Osteopathic Phy-sicians and Surgeons in DesMoines this year. The hotel hasbeen almost completely redecor-ated, very largely refurnishedand many improvements havebeen made so that the finest ac-commodations available will beready for you.

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Volume 12 MAY 15, 1936 Number 4

Seniors Hold theSpotlight

May 29 will see another classgraduated from D. M. S. C. O.Between now and that date theseseniors will find their time amp-ly filled with various functionsand activities, not to mentionsqueezing in a bit of study forstate boards.

Fraternity banquets and theclass _pienic _will he. held theweek before graduation. Thelast battle on the diamond be-tween Bennie Devine's Mudcatsand Dr. Facto's All-Stars will beplayed, probably at the seniorpicnic. Dr. Facto promises re-venge for last year's defeat.

The eagerly awaited ClassDay program will be held onMay 24, the school banquet onMay 28, and the night of nights,Commencement, on May 29, atHoyt-Sherman Place.

Many members of this classare as yet undecided as to theirplace of practice but the major-ity have a definite state in mind.The class roster:

Detroit Osteopathic Hospitalwill be the address for a year ofEdward Lodish, W. C. Andreen,Harry Ekelman, and John Secor.J. F. Bumpus will intern at theRocky Mountain OsteopathicHospital, Denver. T. C. Hobbswill spend the next year in theMassachusetts Osteopathic Hos-pital, Boston.

Iowa will, at least for a time,be the residence of Bruce Farm-er, J. R. Forbes, Bennie Devine,


Iowa Convention At-tracts Many

A large registration at the1935 convention of the Iowa So-ciety of Osteopathic Physiciansand Surgeons presages greatthings ahead for Osteopathy.The meeting was a success fromevery standpoint and all attend-ing returned home with newenthusiasm.

Dr. Geo. J. Conley, President,and Dr. Ray G. Hulburt, Editor,of the A. 0. A., appeared on theprogram. To pick out the out-standing papers read would bean almost impossible task, asevery one would come underthat classification.

The Senior Class of Still Col-lege was the guest of the StateAssociation and the class mem-bers took advantage of thiscourtesy by attending all pro-fessional meetings.

Further details will be foundin the I. 0. A. Bulletin on pagefour.

IHalladay Speaks At NewEngland Convention

Dr. H. V. Halladay returnedMay 6th from the recent meet-ing in Boston, Mass., it being the31st annual meeting of the NewEngland Osteopathic Associa-tion. According to reports it wasthe largest attendance recordedin the history of the Associationand Dr. Halladay adds that itwas -ne- of- the most enthusiasticgroups he has had the pleasureof talking to. Providence, R. I.was selected by the group as theplace of meeting for next year.

The Obstetrical Clinic

Although the statistics for theschool year are not compiled un-til June first, those in the 0. B.department have been checkingover records and data in antici-pation of the year's report. Theeditor happened to glance atthese fragmentary figures andwas not only astonished but iml-pressed with the magnitude ofthis activity of our college.

From June 1, 1934 to May 1,1935, with another whole monthto go before final reports, StillCollege students delivered 373obstetrical cases! These caseswere handled by the studentsthemselves, under direct super-vision of a department physicianand the great majority were de-livered in the home, many timesunder the most adverse circum-stances.

Notwithstanding the condi-tions under which the studentslabor, the clinic, year in and yearout, establishes records of lowmortality and complications notbettered by other clinics whichhave available hospital facilitiesand supplies. While these statis-tics are not complete, the editornoticed in going over a groupof case histories, that the fol-lowing unusual cases have beenhandled in the past elevenmonths:

One hydrocephalus whichcould be delivered only after acraniotomy.

One spina bifida which livedeight days.

One case each of ruptureduterus, pueperal infection andshock.

Statistics as to the number ofpodalic versions, forceps deliver-ies, twins, etc., are not availableat this time. The complete re-port will be given in June orJuly and will be well worthwatching for.

The experience to be secured(Continued on Page 2)

Dr. Clybourne to HeadFoot Section

Dr. Harold E. Clybourne, '23,of Columbus, Ohio, will be ac-tive in the foot section at theCleveland Convention next July.His program will include an ad-dress on "Tailor's Bunion," ex-planations of movies of bunionoperations and dissection of thelegs in the foot division, and hewill also speak on foot condi-tions before the general groupand the physio-therapy section.In addition, Dr. Clybourne is anassociate member of the Cleve-land Convention Committeewhich is making all arrange-ments for the meeting.

While a student at Still Col-lege Dr. Clybourne managed thecollege book store and took anactive part in athletic and Y. M.C. A. work. Following his grad-uation he located in Columbusand has maintained practicethere continuously since. Hehas attained national reputa-tion in athletic work as trainerfor the Columbus "Red Birds"of the American Association.

Dr. Halladay Goes toAlbany, Mo.

The Northwest Missouri Os-teopathic Association, meetingin Albany, April 11th, had asthe principal speaker of the eve-ning, Dr. H. V. Halladay of DesMoines. Under the leadership ofDr. C. I. Pray the group held adinner at the Albany Hotel,which was followed by Dr. Hal-laday's talk, which he demon-strated on one of his preparedspecimens. About 40 attended.

Dr. Bachman ResumesClasses

After an enforced idleness ofsome two and a half monthsdue to injuries received in anautomobile accident, Dr. RobertB. Bachman, head of the depart-ment of obstetrics, has resumedhis duties at the college. We areglad to welcome him and re-joice in his recovery.

Dr. Sproul to London

Dr. H. H. Sproul, Jan. '35,has received an appointment tothe Docker House Clinic, DorsetSquare, London, England. Brit-ish Osteopathy is fortunate inhaving Dr. Sproul join it andwe extend every wish for suc-cess to both he and the clinic.

The General Clinic

The Still College GeneralClinic has, the past year, goneway past previous years in thenumber of cases examined andtreated. The growth of this clin-ic has been remarkable and itaptly demonstrates the efficacyof Osteopathic therapeutics.

From May 1st, 1934, to May1st, 1935, there were 1,150 pa-tients registered ..in this clinicalone! This does not includethose registered in obstetricalor any other special clinic.There have been over 30,000treatments given by studentsduring this period to these pa-tients! The minimum require-ments in general clinic for grad-uation is 600 treatments butmany students graduate withcredit for 800 or more. So abun-dant is our clinical material hereat Still that our students arelimited only by their own ambi-tions the college can furnishall the patients any one canhandle. This is the experiencethat allows this college to grad-uate trained physicians.

In the athletic clinic approxi-mately 6,000 . treatments havebeen given, including taping,heat therapy, dislocations, mus-cle injuries, sprains, contusions,.;etc. The opportunity for actual '

experience is also unlimited forthose interested in this type ofwork.

We suggest you watch futureissues for detailed reports onclinical work-they will amazeyou. We do not believe that anyother college of therapeutics of-fers more comprehensive facil-ities for actual clinical and bed-side experience than Still. Thisshould be kept in mind whenchoosing or recommending anOsteopathic college.

Locations

BairdDr. Edmund C. Baird, Jan.

'35, announces the opening ofhis offices at Quinton, Oklaho-ma. Dr. Baird has taken overthe practice of Dr. C. W. Mehe-gan.

FagenDr. Lester P. Fagen, January,

'35, announces the opening ofhis office at 2729 Beaver Ave.,Des Moines, Iowa.

PerdueDr. Raymond P. Perdue, Jan.

'35, announces the opening ofhis offices at 1520 N. SaginawSt., Flint, Michigan. Along withhis practice he will assist Dr. A.J. Still in his hospital and willbe in charge of the hospital lab-oratory.

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In a few short weeks theschool year will come to a closeand the summer months will findus scattered to our respectivehome lands. Most of us willmeet again next year but I amsure we will miss those dignifiedseniors who will leave our foldand venture forth into the fieldas full-fledged doctors. The classis a large one and has contrib-uted steadily throughout thefour years to the advancementof Xipoid Chapter. So it is withmixed feelings of joy and regretthat we see the following broth-ers depart: Tiny Andreen, BobForbes, Frank Bumpus, BillHall, Don Ashmore, Ralph More-house, Glenn Bigsby, Ed Lodish,Harry Barquist, Bruce Farmer,and John Secor. Congratulations,brothers, and may success fol-low you where ever you may go!

The baseball team seems to beslipping - maybe it is becausethe boys are stale from toomuch practice. At any rate, thepresent standing shows threewins and one defeat.

Ed Hensel is recovering froma tonsillectomy. He visited thehospital in the company of oneB. Schiffer, who wondered whyhis nose wasn't straight Brentmust have neglected to duckonce.

The embryonic physicians aregetting quite a workout thesedays on the persons of thosewould-be athletes who indulgein tennis and golf. From all ap-pearances it seems as thoughOsteopaths are in favor of keep-ing everyone else in perfect con-dition except themselves.

We were pleased to have Dr.A. L. Lundgren of Ft. Dodge,Iowa, visit us for a short timeduring the state convention.Come again, doctor. The chapterextends a cordial invitation toany and all alumni who may bevisiting the city, to make thehouse their headquarters.

Monday, April 29, we werepleased to have as our guest Mr.Henry Sampson, local attorney,who gave us a splendid talk onthe legal aspect of practice. Hisremarks were interesting and in-formative and were enjoyed byall.

WIGITS - Beamer seems tohave purchased a zebra, at leastthat seems to be the impressionof several who have seen hisnew (?) struggle buggy . . .those individuals who go canoe-ing . . . two men with ruptures... chain letters (1Oc to $1) . ..Jones wants a treatment . . .Ev-ans out again . . . "Lefty" Sim-

mons . . . sleeping on daven-ports . . . the army boys . . .solong.

IOTA TAU SIGMACopy from Iota Tau Sigma

was not available at time of go-ing to press. The notes will ap-pear in the June issue.


Guests of honor at a stag din-ner Saturday evening, May 18,will be George Folkman, WayneEnderby, William Rees, andDexter Rice, graduating mem-bers of Delta Chapter. Dr. C. W.Johnson will be the speaker andwe feel sure that his messagewill be of interest, not only tothe seniors, but to other mem-bers as well.

Following the dinner we willhold our annual Senior Danceat the chapter house. Music willbe furnished by Orville Foster'sorchestra, commencing at 9:30.Fraternity colors of Blue andWhite will be the decorativetheme. Guests will include fac-ulty members and P. S. G. alum-ni. In charge of arrangementsare J. Herrin, R. Hoefer, and J.O'Berski.

Dr. H. H. Brinkman, Omaha,Nebr., was a house guest duringthe recent state convention.

Election of officers was heldat the regular meeting May 6.The following will hold officenext semester: President, Rob-ert Hoefer; Vice-President, Wal-ter Irvin; Secretary, John Her-rin; Treasurer, Joe Bartram;Sub-Treasurer, Joe Peterson;Pledgemaster, William Moore;Sergeant-at-Arms, Jerry O'Ber-ski.

Brother Hoefer recently re-ceived word from Dr. H. H.Sproul that he has been appoint-ed to Docker House Clinic, Dor-set Square, London, England.Drop us a line, Hud, and tell usall about it.

Under the able direction ofPledgemaster Miller, Hell Weekwas held the week-end of May3. Ideal weather permitted thecandidates to spend a lot oftime in the early morning air,which we know that they enjoy-ed, and we feel sure they arebetter acquainted with the cityof Des Moines, and the solidpart of the paddles, than here-tofore.

Robert Lindquist, Des Moines,is a recent pledge to Phi SigmaGamma.

With the semester rapidlydrawing to a close the conver-sation around the house is allof summer plans. Several of theboys plan to remain for clinicwork, with only a short time offin which to rest up for next fall.Others are awaiting the finishof examinations so that theymay leave for home and theirbest girls. And so until nextsemester -I'll wish you all ahappy summer vacation.

DELTA OMEGA(Burnie Moeller)

The girls have been rather ac-tive this semester although youmay not have heard much about

it. We have been attending ban-quets, parties, dances, pot-lucksuppers and bridge tournamentswhich we have enjoyed to thefullest extent; especially the pot-luck suppers.

Dr. Mary Golden invited us tothe Business and ProfessionalWomen's Club dinner at Youn-kers Tearoom; the Phi SigmaGammas invited us several timesto their Monday work nightmeetings, and the Non-Frats al-lowed us to play in the bridgetournament with them.

You surely have noticed thenew gold and green pins thatseveral of the Freshman womenare wearing. They are the resultof mysterious proceedings thatstarted in February when Mrs.Ruth Paul, Mrs. Anna Slocum,and Burnie Moeller were givenpledge pins and ascribed pledgeduties at a meeting of the alum-ni and actives of Delta Omega.

On April 30 at Dr. Ra-chelWoods' home the pledges wereformally initiated into the soror-ity and an election of officerswas held. Mrs. Paul was electedpresident; Burnie Moeller, sec-retary; and Helen Butcher,treasurer.

We are sorry to part with oneof our active members, LillianPeterson, who gets her degreein just a few weeks, but we arehappy to wish her success in herwork. Ruth Paul is giving afarewell breakfast in her honoron the 18th.

Are you all going to the con-vention in Cleveland? Dr. RachelWoods is our official represent-ative to the convention, and therest of us are hoping that wewill get there.

We haven't welcomed thenew Freshman girls officially,but we have enjoyed havingthem with us and we hope theywill be back with us next fallfor they are included in ourplans for a bridge tournament,ping-pong tournament, and afireside dance.

Students Invited to theCleveland Convention

The 1935 Convention of theA. O. A. in Cleveland, July 22to 27, is welcoming student at-tendance and the committee ismaking special plans for enter-tainment and accommodationsfor student groups. Costs inci-dent to the convention will beas low as possible, the regularregistration fee of $5.00 hasbeen cut to $2.50 for all stu-dents and 1935 graduates, hotelrates are obtainable as low as75c per night or $4.50 per weekand most of the fraternity ban-quets are made free to activesby the alumni. It will be possi-ble to attend the convention for$7.00 plus meals and have agood room convenient to theconvention hall.

The convention will give thestudent a glimpse of what theOsteopathic profession as awhole is doing. He gets a chanceto rub shoulders with studentsfrom other schools and with suc-cessful Osteopathic physicians

from all over the world, a pro-gram of therapeutic and diag-nostic measures being used inpractice is offered and is a com-plete post-graduate course thatwill correlate beautifully withwork at school.

Social opportuniteis are un-limited. As part of the programthere will be a trip to CedarPoint, the world's finest freshwater beach, where a boat trip,banquet and dance will be en-joyed. On Monday night thePresident's Ball and on Tuesdaythe fraternity and non-fratern-ity banquets.

We recommend for studentsthe Y.M.C.A. (for men) at 75cper night single, communitybath, or $1.25 with connetcingbath between rooms. The Y. W.C. A. (for women) at $1.00 pernight, $6.00 per week, commun-ity bath, or $7.00 to $8.00 perweek with connecting bath. Ho-tels from $i. 0 up are -avaii-l-Ye-.

For reservations and informa-tion write Dr. U. A. Charbon-neau, 1005 Guardian Bank Bldg.Cleveland, Ohio.

-D. V. Hampton.

Seniors Hold theSpotlight

(Continued from Page 1)Clifford Worster, Lillian Peter-son, Jack Berck, Francis Thomp-son, Edward Leininger, HarryBarquist, Wm. Aspengren, JoeWolochek, Larry Theberge, CarlJohnson, Wayne Enderby, andDexter Rice.

Glenn Bigsby, Donald Ash-more, and Lester Barry preferNebraska.

Minnesota looks good to ClairMeans and Robert Tessian.

Wm. Rankin and Wm. Reeslook favorably on Pennsylvania.

George Folkman is thinkingabout the Lone Star State, PaulIsaacson faces West to Colo-rado, J. M. Zimmerman will re-turn to his native Ohio, RonaldWilborn and Oscar Jungmanwill head back to South Dakota,Robert Haas to Oklahoma, Gor-don Douglas, way down East toMassachusetts, and Ralph More-house to Michigan.

The remaining haven't madeany decision yet: C. B. Potterwill head South and Wm. F.Hall will probably go to Tenn-essee.

Graduation activities will bereported in the June Log Book.

The Obstetrical Clinic(Continued from Page 1)

in this huge clinic is unlimited.We do not believe that there isa similar clinic in the UnitedStates offering the student anysuch a complete and thoroughobstetrical experience as he willfind at Still. It is not uncom-mon for a senior at this collegeto deliver or assist twetny-fiveor more cases. Think of this op-portunity when choosing an Os-teopathic college.

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The Lo, BookThe Official Publication of


President ----- C. W. Johnson


Editor ................ J. Robert Forbes


Adios!With this issue the present

editor wipes dry his pen, closeshis desk and steps down fromhis duties. It has been, for themost part, a most enjoyable un-dertaking, as journalism is areal hobby and there is a certainthrill in seeing one's thoughtstake form in type.

The retiring editor does not'r . ... .- rT',--4te future-- -of theLog Book may be as a new editorhas not yet been appointed. Hehopes, however, that the paperwill have a new birth, that itwill be materially changed inmany respects and will assumea place of far greater import inthe field of Osteopathic publica-tions that it now does or everhas. No one realizes better thanhe the shortcomings of thesheet and his experiences haveled him to the conclusion thatthe system of student editorsheretofore in vogue is one thatcannot successfully carry on thepaper to its greater service andvalue. The student does not havethe proper insight into the work-ings of the school or profession.He does not command the atten-tion or co-operation of the fac-ulty or field men and he is, ofnecessity perhaps, advised byso many persons with divergentviews that he finds himself con-stantly in a quandry.

The retiring editor has at-tempted to correct some of thethings he considered detrimentalto the Log Book, such as abol-ishing the column of would-behumor known as "Around OurMerry Campus" and the omis-sion of pages of State BoardQuestions which are of no in-terest to prospects or practicingphysicians. He trusts these ef-forts have been appreciated.

The editor hopes that thosewho have written critically tohim will feel that he has dili-gently attempted to make eachissue the best he possibly couldwith the material, etc., avail-able. To those who have writtenwords of praise or appreciationhe extends his heartfelt grati-tude. To all who receive thepaper he extends his best wish-es and thanks for reading hiscolumns.

Adios-(J. Robert Forbes.)

MarriageGalbreath-Lang

Miss Ruth M. Galbreath wasmarried to Dr. Ralph R. Lang,'30, at Dayton, Ohio, on April14. Dr. and Mrs. Lang will re-side in Columbus, Ohio, wherethe doctor has been practicingsince his graduation.

Convocation, April 26 nerves most affected by theseConxocation, April26 lesions are the post-ganglionicfibers which have no myelin

Following "Anything Goes," sheathes, the effects being no-rendered with aplomb by the ticed mainly in the viscera.musicians, Dr. Halladay an- "Taking all things and allnouncea that the girls from tne metnods ot therapy into consia-A. I. B. would be with us to eration ,and admitting their val-sing a few of the tunes popular ues, we still have in Osteopathicfor the moment. Pending their therapy 80 per cent of all thera-arrival the maestro conducted peutic value at our finger tips."a rehearsal in which the tune- Dr. Becker's remarks were in-twisters divested themselves of spiring and we shall eagerly"Take A Number From One to await his return to Still.Ten," and "I Believe in Mir- The postlude was "Blue Pre-acles." lude."

The girls not having yet an-swered roll call, Virge called The Doctor in theupon Dr. C. W. Johnson to fillin for a few moments. Our Pres- Catholic Homeident responded with a discus-sion of the new entrance require- Following are excerpts fromments. He called attention to a discourse on "The Duties ofthe fact that 37 states yet re- the Physician in the Catholicquire but high school prepara- Home", delivered at Convoca-tion for matriculation in Osteo- tion, May 10, by Father Fordpathie-colleges and licensure in of the Des Moines Catholic Acad-those states following gradua-emy:tion. He emphasized the fact "There are seven sacramentsthat the new Iowa requirements in the Catholic faith, two ofapply only to those matriculat- which the physician should being who may desire to remain in familiar with, those of Baptismthis state and that it does not at birth and Extreme Unctionapply to the school or the re- at any illness of a serious na-quirements of any other state. ture.

Still no girls. With every- "Extreme Unction is to be giv-thing at a standstill word came en whenever life is in danger,that illness had descended into not just when death is immi-the chorines midst and the per- nent. A priest should be calledformance could not go on. The for any Catholic who is serious-student body greeted this an- ly ill so that the sacrament cannouncement with keen disap-be administered while the pa-pointment as these girls always tient is in his right mind andprovide a good recital of songs. before opiates are given. The

The chaser was "Two Cigar- doctor should be cautionedettes in the Dark." against delaying this call; many

Catholics have had this sacra-Convocation, Ma 10' ment several times for variousConvocations, Mlay 10 illness from which they later

recovered. The Church believes"Stars Fell On Alabama" was that, to receive full benefit of

the prelude. Unction the recipient cannot beDr. Halladay introduced Fath- delirious, comatous, or under

er Ford, of the Des Moines the influence of opiates.Catholic Academy and Mercy "In cases of sudden death, ac-Hospital, who spoke to us on the cidental or otherwise, a priestsubject "Duties of the Physician should be called as soon as pos-in the Catholic Home." We feel sible.that this information was valu- "The Catholic Church be-able enough to warrant a sep- lieves that all humans must bearate article, and Father Ford's baptised to partake of the King-remarks will be found elsewhere dom of Heaven. In obstetrics if

in After a rendition of "Isle issue. the physician feels the child isAfte r a rendition of "Isle of in danger he should call a priest.

Capri" Virge introduced Dr. C. When a priest cannot be securedW. Johnson, who in turn intro- the doctor or nurse may baptiseduced Dr. A. D. Becker, past the i nfant as followse while al-president of the A. 0. A. and a t h e i n f a n t a s follow: while al-president of the A. ul. A. and a rkslowing holy water to flow on themember of the faculty at Kirks- child utter the words 'I baptiseville. Dr. Becker graduated thee in the name of the Father,from Still College in 1903 and thee Son and the n a m e Hol Ghost,has since taken his place as one Amen.' When the child might beof the foremost leaders of Os- A m en . h en t h e c hb l d m ig h t b e

teopathic thought. born dead it may be condition-"A stream rises no higher ally baptised upon the first part

than its source," said Dr. Beck-of its anatomy available beforethanit sc," sa. Bthe birth is continued. Should iter, "and your clientele will bet

no better than you are. Always subsequently survive, it shouldtry Osteopathy first and think e re- apt sedOsteopathy first. "It does not matter what be-

"A study of the pathology as- lief the physician may hold, hissociated with Osteopathic les- duty is to his patient. If the pa-ions, remote and local, impress- tient is a Catholic his creedes one with the scientific truth should be respected and heof the concept. Twenty-five should be allowed the solace ofyears before laboratory experi- his faith at all times."ments proved that Osteopathiclesions produced a relative acid- The disadvantage of practic-osis at the point of lesion, Dr. ing what you preach is that youStill said, 'here at the point of have to put in so much -over-lp--in" the 111nn nil. Q 1'r rrh, HMO

Osteopathy at San DiegoExposition

A most elaborate Osteopathicexhibit will be seen at the Cal-

............-itornia Pacific International Ex-position in San Diego, Cal., May29 to November 11. The exposi-tion will promote a new realiza-tion of culture, beauty, science,history and the arts; the pastwill be portrayed and the fu-ture envisioned. It is promisedthat the grounds will be a Gar-den of Eden and that beautyhitherto unsurpassed will be inprofusion.

The Osteopathic exhibit willoccupy a prominent place in theHall of Science in a space 16 by16 feet. Principles of visual edu-cation will be adopted, Osteo-pathic concepts and truths willbe emphasized, and special ef-forts will be made to correctpopular misconceptions~ aboutour science. An automatic ste-reoptican will continuously pro-ject slides showing our colleges,hospitals, X-Ray films and othersubjects. A uniformed nurse willbe in the booth to contribute tothe professional atmosphere.

Expenses are being defrayedby popular subscriptions, theLos Angeles College and theCalifornia Society already hav-ing accepted a great share of theburden. Those desiring to helpmay send checks to the Califor-nia Osteopathic Association, 799Kensington Road, Los Angeles.

If you are in California thissummer don't forget to see theExposition.

HeredityBy 0. E. OWEN, B. S., M. A.

Prof. of Embryology and Biology

The study of heredity andvariation has gained consider-able impetus during the pastdecade, opening up new fields ofresearch in both biology andmedicine. Heredity deals withthe resemblance of successivegenerations of individuals, con-ditioned by the transmission ofgenes during development, whilevariation is concerned with thelack of resemblance between in-dividuals of a species which mayor may not be heritable.

The early work on heredityby Galton was of a statisticalnature. He formulated generali-zations which were true for alarge group but for no partic-ular individual.

ExperimentationThe Method of Experimental

Breeding, first developed byMendel, has now largely sup-planted the previous approach,since it makes possible the ac-cumulation of data on the pro-cess of heredity in all individ-uals produced from generationto generation. Breeding experi-ments prove that hereditary de-terminers of characters are NOTALTERED by association withother hereditary determiners ofcharacters. This is true becausethey are not altered, but retaintheir unmodified independence-segregation and recombining

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The 37th Convention of theIowa Osteopathic Associationwas held in Des Moines, May 2and 3, with one of the largestgroups in the history of the So-ciety. Some say it was the larg-est, at least the Chairman of theMembership Committee reportedtwo hundred members, the larg-est membership in history. Again of 79 over last year is initself no little accomplishment.

The fiscal year of 1935-1936starts June first and we wouldurge everyone to remit theirstate dues NOW as it saves alot of time and expense. Theblue ribbons in evidence at theconvention indicated a goodlyniumfber-pa-i-d early. Oiinly one in-cident was reported wherein adoctor refused to pay registra-tion fee and was later admittedto the convention hall with ablue ribbon which he had appar-ently BORROWED. He did notpay the registration fee, and weare sorry of this incident, butsuch are the exceptions ratherthan the rule.

The banquet, under the toast-mastership of Dr. A. W. Clow ofWashington, was attended by192.

The technical and businesssessions were well attended, Theexhibitors, more in number thanfor several years, certainly re-ceived value for their time andeffort.

The new Osteopathic law re-ceived considerable discussionand the Board of Trustees wereauthorized to secure competentlegal opinion and forward sameto all state members.

Officers re-elected were: Dr.F. A. Gordon, Marshalltown,President; Dr. Laura E. Miller,Adel, Vice-President; and PaulO. French, Cedar Rapids, Secre-tary-Treasurer.

The By-Laws adopted at thisannual meeting provided for alegislative committee of five

-members elected from the floor-of the Convention, one electedeach year for a term of fiveyears, this year it being neces-sary to elect five members forterms of service. Those electedwere: Dr. J. P. Schwartz, DesMoines, for a term of five years;Dr. D. E. Hannan, Perry, for aterm of four years; Dr. S. H.Klein, Des Moines, for a term ofthree years; Dr. R. P. Westfall,Boone, for a term of two years;and Dr. Della B. Caldwell, DesMoines, for a term of one year.

Complete committee reportswere given and we wish spacewould permit of a detailed re-port. The work of the PublicityCommittee alone should interestevery D. O. in Iowa in belongingto the State Society. Actual clip-pings from state papers were ondisplay and Osteopathy waswell and favorably reported, andthe surface has only just beenscratched. True, the committeewas busy and all publicity was

directed toward state members,and why shouldn't it be? Ifothers don't care to join the So-ciety why should they expectany of the benefits.

Two features of last year'swork we know will be carriedover into the new year startingJune first. By action of the as-sembly the publicity work wasordered continued. The Trusteesapproved the circuit meetingsfor the ensuing year.

Get your membership in earlyfor this next year and it willsave a vast amount of work, timeand expense. Dues are ten dol-lars per fiscal year. For thosein practice three years or lessfollowing graduation, the duesare five dollars a year. JOINNOW. Remit dues to Secretary,Paul 0. French, D. 0., 410-11C. R. Sav. Bank, Cedar Rapids,Iowa.

Student Recruiting

At a recent conference of rep-resentatives from each of ourcolleges and the Student Re-cruiting Chairman from severalof the states, it was determinedconclusively that personal influ-ence by members in the fieldwas by far the greatest factorin gaining recruits for our pro-fession. Field members shouldbe made more conscious of theirresponsibility to their profes-sion in this matter and are urg-ed to make it their personal re-sponsibility to influence studentswho are interested in science totake up the study of Osteopathy.

The campaign method of stu-dent recruiting may be used.That is, having a convincingspeaker spend several days witha well planned itinerary, pre-vious arrangements having beenmade with vocational directorsof the colleges and high schoolsin the district to be covered, aswell as Civic Clubs or Parent-Teachers groups. Inquiries fromstudents following these talksshould be followed up with theGreenleaf Brochure, "OsteopathyAs a Career," distributed by thelocal Osteopathic physician.

B. D. ELLIOTT, D. O., Chm.,Student Recruiting, 1934-35

Polk Co. Ass'n. Meets

The April meeting of PolkCounty Osteopathic Associatiorwas held April 12 at the DesMoines General Hospital. Thehospital staff was host to the As-sociation in every respect, fromthe bountiful Dutch lunch thrtthe program.

Participating in the progranwere Dr. Marshall on "OtitibMedia," Dr. Cash on "This anc

- That," and Dr. J. P. Schwartz or"The Wind-Up."

Dr. A. D. Becker was thEspeaker of the meeting May 10an account of which will appeal

i later. (R. H. W.)

He that shoots worst ma.sometime hit the mark; but h(that shoots not at all can neverhit it.

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in successive generations, pro-ducing the characteristic ratiosof mono-, di-, and trihybrediza-tion experiments. Space will notpermit examples of the above.

The cytological study of germcells or animals has given a"physical basis" for the trans-mission of hereditary factors orgenes. If the genes are assumedto be carried by the chromo-somes as they segregate in ma-turation of germ cells and re-combine at fertilization, the re-sults of experimental breedingare affirmed. The cytological ap-proach to heredity has clarified,if not proven the Theory of th-eGene as the means of transmit-ting hereditary factors from onegeneration to another.

In the field of ExperimentalEmbryology, animals and plantshave been subjected to-abno-irmalconditions during their develop-mental stage. It is found thatcertain adult characters are en-tirely different if the activity ofthe genes concerned is modifiedby abnormal developmental con-ditions.

The characteristics of man areinherited from generation togeneration in the same manneras those of other living organ-isms. In the past, the medicalprofession has been prone to laytoo much emphasis upon en-vironmental factors, but recentexperimental data shows clearlythat heredity also plays a veryimportant part in the mainten-ance of the normal structuralintegrity of the body as well asin the appearance of pathologi-cal conditions.

Morbid HeredityTwo types of pathology may

be recognized, environmentaland hereditary. Health may beconsidered as a condition of per-fect adaptation, and an organ-ism is diseased in proportion to

Lthe extent to which its adapta-bility is impaired. This state-ment is of importance in thestudy of human disease and ab-normality, since the increasingcomplexity of civilization hasforced man over the borderlineof- adaptation. Modern therapyhas mastered the environmentalfactors to a certain extent, butuntil recently very little empha-sis has been placed upon con-trolling the hereditary factors

l which instigate pathological con-s ditions.

It is true, that the inheritance-of human characteristics is a

i very complex affair, but enough1 accurate data is at hand to jus-

tify earnest consideration. Mor-1 bid hereditary features are trans-s mitted in accordance with theI same laws as normal ones. Inl fact, the study of morbid heredi-

tary factors was used to provee that Mendelian laws of inherit-, ance are valid for human beings.r It is a general rule that morbid

hereditary conditions are induc-ed by single hereditary factors

y while normal ones are broughte about by the combined action ofr many factors.

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Still College SeniorsAt Drake Relays

As has been the custom forseveral years, Still College Sen-ors again acted in the capacity)f expert trainers for many ofthe competing teams at theDrake Relays. This annual meetat Drake has become a fixedpart of the work of the AthleticClinic of the college and eachyear sees its influence extending.

State BoardsIowa

The Iowa State Board of Os-teopathic Examiners will holdits next examination June 3, 4and 5. Applications should be infifteen days prior to examina-tion. Address the Secretary, H.M. Graney, 202 B. & M. Bldg.,-Perry, Iowa.-

FloridaThe next examination of the

Florida State Board will beheld June 18, 19 and 20 in Day-tona Beach, Florida. For infor-mation, address Dr. R. B. Fer-guson, 405 First National BankBldg., Miami, Florida.

CaliforniaThe California Osteopathic

Board will examine candidateson July 8, 9 and 10. Address Dr.Lester R. Daniels, Forum Bldg.,Sacramento, Cal., for informa-tion.

West VirginiaThe West Virginia Board will

be in session June 10 and 11.Those interested may write Dr.Guy E. Morris, 542 Empire BankBldg., Clarksburg, W. Va., fordetails.

MinnesotaThe Minnesota Board of Os-

teopathic Examiners will holdits next examination June 7 and8. Applicants must hold a Min-nesota Basic Science certificate.Address Dr. Arthur Taylor, Still-water, Minn., for information.

South DakotaThe South Dakota Board of

Osteopathic Examiners will holdits next meeting early in June.For exact data and applicationblanks, address the Secretary,Dr. C. Rebekka Strom, 321 So.Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, SouthDakota.

NebraskaThe Nebraska Board of Os-

teopathic Examiners will meetJune 20 and 21 at the StateHouse in Lincoln, Neb.

MichiganThe Michigan Osteopathic

Board will meet at Lansing onJune 25, 26 and 27. The secre-tary is Dr. F. Hoyt Taylor, 532-534 Tussing Bldg., Lansing,Michigan.

OklahomaThe Oklahoma Board of Os-

teopathy will convene June 11at the Biltmore Hotel in Okla-homa City. The secretary is Dr.Ernest Ewing, El Reno, Okla.

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The summer months havdmeant much to those of us who ,have stayed in Des Moines. Theclinic has been unusually largeand while at times the dutieshave been ardious, yet, the ex-perience gained was of greatpractical value. Students whowish to learn from practical ex-perience should make it theirbusiness to remain at least onesummer in the clinic.

Now our thoughts turn to theopening of school. At the frathouses we begin the usual reno-vation of the place and getthings put back where they be-long; a state which naturallyfollows the rush of the summer;work and too few to take careof things regularly. When youstudents return we will have thehouse looking tops and will beready to entertain you Fresh-men in true fraternity style.Each of the organizations antic-ipates the return of studentswho have dropped out for aterm or so and also new men in-troduced by the alumni of thecollege.

May we also invite you menin the field to bring your newstudents and stay a few dayswith us. We would all like torenew the fraternal bond andsF.ow each of you our apprecia-tion for your efforts in the past.Come early and avoid the rush.Still College is going to be busythis fall and do not delay yourarrival or registration.

Atlas Club.Iota Tau Sigma.Phi Sigma Gamma.Delta Omega.Sigma Sigma Phi.Psi Sigma Alpha.

The InterfraternityAssembly

The local committee at theCleveland convention co-operat-ing with the officials of the as-sembly were kept busy for theregistration period preceedingthe annual meetings of the var-ious organizations. Altogethertwelve groups were registered,including the non-frat, the AtlasClub leading with 142, Iota TauSigma second with 72, and PhiSigma Gamma next with 57 reg-istrations These figures do nottell the story, for many failed tosign the cards offered bythiscommi ttee. We hope that next}year a more complete roll canbe secured, that the desk willbe placed in a more convenientlocation at the beginning and

hat you in the field will come)repared to take an active part, your organization.

Several of the groups havelot reported their new officersfor the year and this should belone immediately as importantbusiness will soon come up andwe must have the names of yourofficers in order to establish-our standing as an Osteopathicorganization. Send this list im-mediately to the undersigned.

We wish to thank Dr. Cottrelland his aide for the work doneit the Cleveland meeting andassure them of our appreciationof their efforts to keep a diffi-cult registration straight.

J. A. Cozant, President.H. V. Halladay, Sec'y.-Treas.

ANENT CLEVELAND

The annual international Os-

te.'athic convention held thelast week in July, was, to put it

coniservatively, an outstanding

event. It seemed to me that therewas evident a new spirit of en-thusiasm and a renewed deter-riliation to move forward forbigger and better colleges; forbetter co-operation between Os-teopathic institutions; for clear-er thinking in Osteopathic con-cepts for keener appreciation ofresponsibilities which lie beforeus. The scientific papers pre-sented, the clinics, the exhibitsana the attention to conventionbusiness' all reached new highpeaks.

The registration was the larg-est since 1928. The publicitywas most satisfactory. The hos-pitality and efficiency of ourhosts in Cleveland was evidenton every hand. Probably no con-vention was ever better manag-ed and this fact reflects muchcredit on the local conventioncommittees.

If I were to be permitted aparadoxical statement I wouldsay: One would have to be thereto know how much one missedby not being there.

-Arthur D. Becker, D. O.

It seemed to me that the con-vention as a whole had a livelierarld happier tone than last yearwhich could not at all be at-tributed to the difference intemperature. We registeredabout one hundred of our alum-ni in spite of the rather badcorner, we were given, whichvwa off of the main line oftravel and not well ventilated.Everyone seemed pleased withthe program and complimentedthe work of the local committee.I hope for a more comfortableplace to meet our friends whenwe go to New York next year.

-Mrs. K. M. Robinson.

The convention was held atthe nicest hotel in Clevelandand very well located so it waseasy to get out and around thebusiness part of Cleveland.

The convention was carriedout in a very orderly and regu-

Dr. H. J. Marshall

Dr. Marshall enjoys too many

marks of distinction to list themall in such a short introductoryarticle as this. It is enough to

say that during his years ofpractice he has taken part inevery form of active organiza-tion work offered by the profes-sion. Note also in this issue ofthe Log Book another respon-sibility to which he has beenelected. We know that as in thepast, Dr. Marshall will fulfillthis obligation with added honorto himself.

The Eye, Ear, Nose andThroat department of the col-lege is under the supervision ofDr. Marshall, the lecture workbeing given in the college andclinics, operative and Osteo-pathic, offered at both the col-lege and the hospital. The sur-gical clinic in connection with11is department is one of thelargest in the state and offersthe student ample opportunityto observe the many types ofcperative work being done ac-cording to the most approvedmodern methods.

Dr. Marshall takes a littletime off in the late fall eachyear to maintain his standingas a big game hunter, the re-sults of his hunt furnishing themountain or big timber flavor tomany a dinner upon his return.

His hours of recreation aremainly spent with his family atthe lake or touring. If you donot already know him we knowyou will like him immediately.

Dr. H. V. Halladav

A man with an internationalreputation for his work in Anat-

omy needs no introduction to

ihe profession. Twenty years ofteaching has given him a wideacquaintence in the professionand his appeanarce on the na-

tional association program each

year indicates the confidence of

the profession in his work. Dr.

HIalladay has often said hewould not specialize, but hisspecialty aside from his detail--d knowledge of Anatomy is theapplication of: Osteopathy. Hiswork with Athletes is most:com-mendable. In listing his achieve-rneits the greatest contributionhe has made is his original workin demonstrating the movementsof the spine. Still College is theonly school of Osteopathy offer-ing principles of Osteopathictechnic demonstrated by meansof Dr. Halladay's specially pre-pared specimens.

At the college he takes agreat delight in leading the bandor orchestra, music being one ofhis avocations. Other outsideinterests include movie photog-raphy and a tour of the South-wvest each year to study the re-cent findings in Osteopathologyof the ancient races.

Dr. Halladay is the author ofApplied Anatomy of the Spine,and a Manual for the DissectionLaboratory. He is also a fre-quent contributor to our Osteo-pathic magazine and is in de-ioand as a speaker.

lar routine. There was a lot of ports by each school to bettertime and effort put forth by Osteopathy and make theirthose in charge of the commit- school a leader. This depart-tees to be able to carry out the ment should be followed moreplans. closely by the instructors in

Every one there seemed to be each school.in fine spirits and talked about The Obstetric department wastheir work and the things they nicely attended. Fine reportswere doing. Each and every one were given by the doctors onwas there for a purpose and that the program.was to better hemselves in the There are so many depart-work they were doing. All were ments'that one would like to at-interested in the departments tend but is unable to on accountand wanted to take something of the limited time.home so they could help some of convention is ayeartheir patients to a beter advan- meeting place for lassmatestage. fraternity brothers, wives, and

The convention had a fine dis- friends of Osteopathy from allplay by the! companies interest- over the country. Its object ised in the healing art. to place Osteopathy on a higher

The Associated College sec- plane and keep it before thetion was very interesting and public.brings out the plannitng and re- -J. R. Shaffer.

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AppealThe other day I picked up a

book devoted to telling the read-er how to write an effective bus-iness letter. One chapter wasgiven over to the subject ofappeal. Do you realize how muchstudy is being given over tosuch a subject? Do you stop andthink of the appeal in the ad-vertisements that you see or thesales talks you listen to? Ifnot, you should be giving sometime to this most important sub-ject.

You are selling Osteopathy.Wtat appeal does it have? Lookover this list below and see howit applies. I have copied it fromche book. Your laboratory prob-lem is to apply it to your ownbusiness:

(1)-Appetite.(2)-Bodily Comfort.(3) Personal Appearance.(4)-Affection.(5)-Domesticity.(6 )-Possession.(7)-Sociability.(8)-Pleasure.(9)-Activity-Mental and

Physical.(10)-Curiosity.Which of these "appeals"

strongly apply to your work inOsteopathy? And yet there isanother side that we would liketo call your attention to.

Suppose you are talking Os-teopathy to some young man orwoman in your community thatyou would like to see added toour profession. Can his appetitefor service be satisfied? Will hiswork bring bodily comfort tohis patients? Will his personalappearance be improved? Willhe develop an affection for .hiswork? Can he be assured of ahappy home? Is there joy inpossession? Will his socialstanding be raised? Is there apleasure in being of service toothers? Is the work an equit-able balance between mentaland physical activity? Is thework of differential diagnosissatisfying to the sense of curios-ity?

It seems to me that this listapplied has a peculiar relation-ship to our own science and yetit is taken from a text whichon first thought one would thinkapplied only to big business.

Your business is a big bus-iness or a small one as youmake it. Is your work excitingPome of these appeals in theminds of the young people ofyour community? Rememberthat the perpetuation of your

science depends entirely on you.Its future is in your hands andits growth and developmentshould be a matter of greatpride to you. Look over this listof appeals again and do whatthe big business man is doing.Make a study of your affairsfrom the broadest possiblestandpoint.

E. Harwood.

ANENT CLEVELAND

As Secretary-Treasurer of theInternational Society of Orthal-nology and Oto-Laryngology, itis my duty to see that properarrangements are made for ourconvention. The Cleveland groupdid themselves proud by havingthe finest arrangements and thebest accommodations that Ihave had the pleasure of ex-periencing.

Much credit is due Dr. Shultzfor general arrangements. Drs.Vorhees and Nagel are to becongratulated for the splendidway in which they handled theregistration and examination ofpatients. Also the efficient andbusiness-like manner in whichthe patients were taken throughoperative and hospital proceed-ure.

Mrs. Wilson of the WolsonHospital made us feel most wel-come and did everything possi-ble to make things convenientand agreeable.

Dr. Rench was always at ourcomImand.

The hotel and chamber ofcommerce was generous. withspace and clerical help.

The weather man was verykind to us, and in fact it was avery satisfactory and profitableconvention.

H. J. Marshall, D. O.,Sec'y. and .Treas.

The Cleveland convention hascome and gone, leaving a mem-ory that will be an inspirationfor many, many days and weeksto come.

The section programs teemedwith new and up-to-date profes-sional information. They provedto be veritable post-graduatecourses. The foot section, be-ginning at 6:30 a. m., and con-tinuing until the} general pro-gram at 10:00 o'clock, was al-ways crowded with most inter-ested speakers and listeners.

Perhaps the most outstandingsingle feature of the conventionwas the scientific exhibit. Thisconsisted of numerous andsplendid X-Ray plates, dissec-tions, and operative specimens.Also, there was a very excellentdisplay of college, hospital, andother Osteopathic institutions.This exhibit was a challenge tothe thoughtful layman, as wellas to the physician.

On attending the Old StoneChurch, it was gratifying tohear a visiting English clergy-man pray for the Osteopathicprofession, then convening inCleveland.

-Mary E. Golden, D. O.

DR. L. L. FACTODr. Facto needs no introduc-

tion to the profession for he hasbeen an able member of thestaff of the college for severalyears. He is a student in everysense of the word and neverfails to take advantage of addi-tional post-graduate work, es-pecially in the line of diagnosis.His year with the OsteopathicClinic in London, England, andtwo years in active practicesince his graduation, make himespecially useful in the clinicalfield. Sports of all kinds are hishobby.

DR. BYRON L. CASHDr. Cash is well known in the

profession for his work in X-Ray and Physical Therapy. Thistype of diagnosis and treatmenthas made remarkable advancesduring the last few years andthere is no one better preparedto give the students this instruc-tion than Dr. Cash. Although hespends most of his time at thehospital he is willing and anx-ious to work with the students.

We never find things perfectlyto our liking but taken as awhole I would say that the con-vention was a complete success.The booklet gotten out by theA.O.A. which gave us so muchuseful information was an inno-vation that was more than wel-come. The program schedulewas closely followed, perhapsmuch better than at some othermeetings but this feature shouldimprove each year with exper-ience. The sectional work seem-ed to attract more attentionthan usual, and yet we wonderif it is not overdone. I am gladto see some of the sections unit-

DR. I. C. GORDONDr. Gordon assisted on the

faculty of the college duringhis study of Osteopathy and im-mediately was placed, followinghis graduation, as a regularof the staff. Before entering thecollege of Osteopathy he occu-pied an executive position withthe school system of the state ofIowa. Although a recent grad-uate, Dr. Gordon is graduallyassuming greater responsibil-ities on the staff and demonstrat-ing his exceptional ability.

DR. J. L. SCHWARTZWith an extensive practice

and hospital cares on his mindDr. J. L. can give the collegeonly the time necessary for theteaching and demonstrating ofthe work in Proctology. He isan adept in this specialty andhi, work is fully appreciated bythe student body. Dr. Schwartzhas not only availed himself ofthe various clinics in this coun-try but spent six months instudy in Europe at Berlin andVienna.

ing as there has been in the pastsome overlapping. I hope nextyear we can improve the serviceof the fraternity registrationdesk. I do think the conventionshould be held earlier in thesummer to avoid the July heatthat so many complain of.

-H. V. Halladay.

The fact that tall corn growsin other states than Iowa-Thenumber of fish that must be inLake Erie-The warmth of ourreception by the Clevelandweatherman -The agility ofsome of the older Osteopaths atthe President's ball-The effi-


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I IA. 0. A. Group ConferencesGroup conferences of A.O.A.

members are being organized inall states and will be under thedirect supervision of the localstate delegates to the Clevelandconvention.

They will be held in certainselected cities in circuit withothers of the same and adjacentstates.

They will feature certainchosen interesting and profit-able features of the Clevelandconvention.

They will be conducted forA.O.A. members ONLY.

All eligible to A.O.A. mem-bership will please qualify early.

Members will confer withtheir state delegates (see A.O.A.Journal, July, '35, page 529),as to preference of programitems (see A.O.A. Journal, June'35, pages 479-486).

Urge your state delegates tobe early in effecting such localA.O.A. Group Conferences.

F. A. Gordon, D. O.Chm. A.O.A. Membership

Com.A * *

While we wont be able to givea detailed report of the work ofthe Society, yet we hope to giveenough this month to indicateto the membership that theirofficers, trustees and committeesare working. To the non-mem-ber we would respectfully askyour support. To a great degreeyou derive as much benefit asthe member who perhaps doesthe work and pays his dues aswell. Frankly, Dr. Non-Member,are you treating the member,the profession, and yourselffairly by remaining a non-mem-ber?

The membership committee,under Dr. Hook, is workinghard and especially we wouldmention the Fourth District, un-der the district leadership of Dr.R. W. Shultz of Mason City. Heis taking his work seriously andgetting results. The Third Dis-trict which holds the honors formembership, will have to watchtheir laurels and the rest of youdistricts get busy.

While the work of the Legis-lative Committee would be tooexhaustive to be inserted here,if such were an appropriateplace, yet through the work ofthis committee, with chairmanD. E. Hannan, the members havebeen promised the Public HealthBulletins as published by theState Department of Health.

While at the Cleveland con-vention we found W. C. Chap-pell of Mason City, programchairman for the next June Con-vention, busy lining up a pro-gram and from inklings we havehad he has some real talent uphis sleeve, from possibly as farwest as the coast. We can counton W. C. for a program wellworth attending.

Mentioning the convention,there were a goodly number of

the Iowa profession on hand andby far the majority were Iowamembers. We didn't make a listat the time but recall now see-ing:'Drs. Theresa Burns, LauraMiller, Mary Golden, Zoa Mun-ger,, Drs. J. M. and RachelWoods, Holcomb and Lydia Jor-dan, D. E. Hannan, W. C. Chap-pell, Harry Gamble, S. H. Klein,F. A. Gordon, C. H. Fedson, J.II. Hansel, J. R. Shaffer, and R.B. Kale. There may have beenothers we did see of the mem-bership and some we have over-looked. A pretty good represen-tation anyway.

I am certain that the State atlarge will be extremely pleasedto hear, if they haven't alreadyheard, of the election of ourPresident F. A. Gordon as A.O.A. Trustee for a term of fiveyears. Five Trustees were elect-ed for the five year term andtwo for a year each to fill outunexpired terms of members re-signed. Dr. Gordon lacked threevotes of receiving the highestvote cast for Trustee. An honorwell earned for Dr. Gordon andone that will be well filled witha capable worker.

Paul O. French, D. O.Secretary-Treasurer.

The Breakfast

We hope that next year wecvan make more satisfactory ar-rangements for a Still Collegebreakfast. The difficulty thisyear was first one of price. Didyou try to get a meal at theofficial hotel for 65c? Then youknow how difficult it was for ustc make arrangements for evena breakfast at that price. If wetake the breakfast out of thehotel no one can find it and if;re have it too early no one'ornes. We are going to thinkthis matter over and find thesolution in some form. Regard-less of the discouragement ofthis year's small crowd we willhave a breakfast next year inNew York City.

New A. 0. A. Officers

President-Thomas R. Thor-burn of New York City. (Noopposition.)

First Vice-President-John E.Rogers of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.(Won over Chester Morris bytwo votes. The only battle of thee1 ection.)

Second Vice-President DoraSutcliff Lean of London.

Third Vice-President-WalterGrow of Indianapolis.

Trustees: Arthur E. Allen,re-elected; Arthur G. Chappell,re-elected; R. H. Peterson;Ralph W. Rice; F. A. Gordon.

Mary L. Heist was elected tofill out the unexpired term ofDr. Rogers, who was elevated tothe position of First Vice-Presi-dent.

W. W. Custis was elected tofill out the unexpired term ofDr. H. L. Sambanet, who re-signed.

DR. GLEN E. FISHERAlthough a recent acquisition

at the college, Dr. Fisher hasshown his ability. Dr. Fisher'sspecialty is in Chemistry andthis difficult subject is ablyhandled under his supervision.He is also a member of theboard of trustees of the collegeand active during the entireyear in the work of the clinicallaboratory.

PROF. O. E. OWENSProf. Owens came to the col-

lege as a student but his excep-tional work in science and hisability as a teacher immediatelywon him a place on the staff.He holds the Master Degree andin addition has taken specialwork at the U. of Michigan inHistology, Pathology and Em-bryology. Under his directionthe laboratories are much moreefficient and with his assistantshe is building a museum that isthe pride of the college.

ANENT CLEVELAND(Continued from page 3)

cient ringmastership of Dr. Wal-lace Pearson -Too many sec-tions: You need to be quintup-lets to take in all you want tohear-The thrill of seeing oldfriends and students-The qual-ity, if not quantity, at the StillCollege breakfast-The absenceof Scotchmen in the headquar-ters hotel dining rooms-Theserene confidence of the "oldtimers" in Osteopathy--A re-gret that we haven't co-operatedmore with our beloved LouisaBurns-An increased knowledgeof the science and technic ofour healing art-A greater ap-

DR. CLARENCE P. CALLISONDr. Callison comes to the col-

lege this Fall as a new instruct-or in Des Moines but with an ex-cell ent record. His teachingexperience has been gained inKirksville, having been associat-ed with the high school, theTeachers' College and the Col-lege of Osteopathy. Since hisgraduation he has been in activepractice in Texas. Dr. Callisonwill be a full-time teacher andwill assist in the clinic.

DR. LESTER P. FAGENAnother new member of the

faculty for the years '35-'36, Dr.Fagen recently graduated fromStill College and has opened offi-ces in Beaverdale. His severalyears of experience before en-tering the study of Osteopathyas a teacher and lecturer alreadyindicate his ability to meet thesituations that come up in classroom work. He will assist Dr.Halladay in the work in Anat-omy, the scope of which will begradually enlarged.

DR. C. A. REEVES-of West Liberty, Iowa, an-nounces the arrival of an 81/2pound boy, July 24th. NamedClayton R. H. (Royal Highness,we suppose.)

DR. F. B. HEIBEL-- of Iowa Falls, Iowa, whiledriving back from the conven-tion suffered an automobile acci-dent. Dr. Heibel, his wife anddaughter were all seriously in-juied but will recover.

preciation of the therapeuticartists of our profession-Bestof all, more enthusiasm andfaith for the coming year . ..Home seems a wonderful placealter all.

-John M. Woods, D. 0.

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Faculty Meeting

The first of the monthly fac-ulty meetings was held the eve-ning of September 9th, immed-iately preceeding the openingday of the school year. The fullcomplement of the faculty waspresent, with the exception ofDr. J. L. Schwartz, who was re-ported to be catching fish in thei:orth part of the state.

President Arthur D. Beckerpresided and introduced Drs.Callison and Fagen, new mem-bers of the faculty.

It being the first meeting ofthe group with the new presi-dent, Dr. Becker proved hisclaim as a 50-minute speakerand outlined plans and policiesfor the coming year. It is grati-fying to note that complete co-operation exists in the reorgani-zation plan for the clinics at thecollege, the result of which willbe of great benefit to the studentbody and to the profession as axv hole. Considerable researchwork is being planned to fit intothe clinical work and reports ofthis will be published from timetoe time.

Dr. Becker stressed the im-portance of teaching Osteopathyia an Osteopathic college. Hemade it very plain that each de-partment head will be held re-sponsible for the Osteopathictraining of the student in his de-partment. This does not meanthat his subject has been neglect-


Lab Assistants

In addition to Robert Camp-bell and Robert Luby, held overfrom the list of assistants of lastyear, it should interest the pro-fession to learn of the newly ap-pointed aides and their eligibil-ity for fellowships in laboratorywork.

Alien Becker, youngest son ofDr. Arthur D. Becker, attendedthe Teachers College in Kirks-ville for three years and has as-sisted in the Physiology andNeurology laboratories at theKirksville College. He will assistint the Physiology laboratoriesat Still College this year.

Mr. Sibley Barnes receivedhis degree from Simpson Collegeat Indianola, Iowa, and will as-sist in the Bacteriology labora-tory and in Laboratory Diag-nosis.

Miss Beryl Freeman receivedher A. B. from Southwestern atWinfield, Kansas, and M. S. fromOklahoma U. She :will: assist inthe Biology and Pathology lab-oratories..

Des Moines .. ..

An Ideal College City . . .NOT. TOO SMALL NOT TOO LARGE

State Fair OsteopathicClinic

Every State Fair Adult HealthClinic has been an improvementover the preceeding one, whichis just another way of saying the1935 Clinic was the best oneever held. Better arrangement ofexamining space, a well ,organ-ized and efficient staff of exam-iners and conductors, plus theco-operation of the majority ofthe Osteopathic physicians ofihe State, made for this success.

A greater number of patientswere examined this year thanlast, a large percentage of whomwere contacting Osteopathy forthe first time. Of special value tothe profession was the recogni-tion by these patients that Os-teopathic diagnosis ability is effi-,cient and trustworthy, and thatan Oseopathic physician is nota mere manipulator.

A very worthwhile feature ofihe clinic was the presence ofguest examiners and lecturers ofnational reputation. These mengave us valuable assistance inthe examination of patients andgained first-hand knowledge ofthe clinic ...which ,we hope willstimulate similar clinics in neigh-boring states. In addition to thiswork they gave us a series ofevening lectures which made theclinic a veritable P. G. Course.

Dr. J. P. Schwartz started theseries -of lectures with a veryinstructive discussion of the var-icus types of goiters, their diag-

nosis, and the best methods ofTreating them.

Dr. A. E. Allen of Minneap-olis spoke on "Osteopathic Diag-nosis and Treatment," and really;ave us some Osteopathic work-ing knowledge. After the lecturehe demonstrated some painlessways to get results.

Dr. J. T. Young of Fremont,Nebraska, president of the Ne-braska Society, spoke of "Tuber-culosis." He had first-handknowledge of this subject fromall its angles. With him was Dr.E. M. Hubbell of Yutan, Nebr.

Dr. George Lauglin of Kirks-ville gave methods of handlingcases of Curvature of the Spine,both from the Osteopathic angle-the less severe, and surgically,for the farther advanced cases.

Dr. A. D. Becker brought withhim the Electrocardiograph anddiscussed Cardiac Diagnosis andgave a good many high pointsabout the machine. This was avery valuable demonstration.

Dr. A. C. Hardy of Kirksvillechose as his subject "Diagnosisof Common Eye, Ear, Nose andThroat Conditions." Dr. Hardygave a very practical discussionof this subject.

To .wind up the series Dr. R.B. Bachman gave a general dis-cussion of "Gynecological Diag-nosis," from all standpoints, in-cluding the endocrinology, andOsteopathic results.

Great praise is due our staffand all' those .who made, theclinic possible through: theirincral and financial support. Wefeel perfectly confident this willbe -accorded us in greater meas-ure'next year,.

Athletic Appointments

Even before the first roll callof the year the phone rang andone of the local coaches neededhelp. This has been the storyfor eleven years at Still College.Today, the opening day of school,fourteen Seniors are taking careof athletic teams and before theend of the football season theentire Senior class will be rotat-ed thru this work, each takingcare of a minimum of 200 casesof this type. Our four local highschools, the Catholic College andtiie American Institute of Bus-iness have been furnished withOsteopathic trainers and as theseason advances local commercialteams will ask for this service.This is ony one of the clinicalActivities that keeps the treatingstaff of the college too busy.

We wonder if you in the fieldrealize just what this means toOsteopathy and to the Seniors ofStill College. During the Junioryear a special course of lecturesextending over a period of sixvweeks is given which includesthne demonstration of the latestaii dings in taping methods. AsSeniors these students are plac-ed in actual contact with thecases. They go into the gymns,meet the boys and coaches andwith the exception of major in-juries take care of the needs ofthe team in the capacity of teamphysician. Still College Seniors


Don't Miss 'This

Just as we start to press weare advised of an attractive P.G.course in foot technic that willbe offered soon in Des Moines.This is sponsored by the IowaDivision of the Women's Na-tional Association and is thesame program that attracted un-usual attention at the recentmeeting in Cleveland.

Be in Des Moines at the Sav-erp Hotel at 9 a. m., Sept. 27thand stay all day. Dr. H. E. Cly-bourne of Columbus, will be incharge and will cover everything'youe should know about the foot.The meeting may last until mid-niight. Not only will expertspeakers and demonstrators ap-pear on the program, but threevetiy interesting and instructivefilms will be shown.

The only cost to you will beyour time, plus your luncheonand dinner. Drs. Grace Nazer-rene, Rachel Woods, Laura Mil-ler, and Mary Golden, who havearranged this program, are tobe congratulated.

You are all invited.

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IOTA TAU SIGMA(H. C. D.)

Beta chapter of Iota Tau Sig-ma send greetings to the stu-dents of Still College and wel-come the oncoming Freshmen.We wish them much luck intheir new career and know thatthey will never be disaappointed.

Once more the brothers gettogether. The first to arrive wereBros. Boston and Gerow, who gottogether in Davenport. Gerowreported a rather mild summerin the wilds of Michigan, as itonly snowed a couple of timeswhile he was there. However, itwas quite stormy after their ar-rival here. The next to arrivewas Yuki and Dresser. They hada very successful trip across thecountry in their new '27 Chevvy.Everything went fine until therough roads of Detroit rattledout the battery. Early one morn-ing when everything was quiet,someone was iheard4 'waJk'i'n,!around down stairs. Bro. Jeran-son was here. Pohl arrived laterwith his usual smile and goodcheer. As yet nothing has beenheard from Daniels. Either theswamps got him or he is stillasleep. You know "Swampy."Better late than never.

It is reported that Bro. Begh-tol will be with us once more.Everyone remembers the per-sonality kid, "Stinky."

This year a smoker was heldrather early. Several thousandguests were invited and we hopethey got plenty of smoke.

We hope that before the nextissue that all the fellows will behere and will be started on thatupward climb to success in StillCollege.

ATLAS OLJUB(Jack Eddy)

The Atlas Club welcomes allnew men to Still College andhopes that they may enjoy avery happy and profitable year.

The house has undergone alot of redecorating and is in fineshape for the coming schoolyear. A room full of new furni-ture, along with a new radio,will also add to the comfort andthe appearance of the house. Anew shower room has been builtand a den. is being fixed up inthe basement.

Bros. Porter, Goode, Haightand Gerlach were all present atthe Cleveland convention andattended the Atlas Club banquelwhile there. They bring back re-ports of a fine convention and alarge turnout for the banquet.

As the fellows come stragglingin from all parts of the countrywild tales of harrowing summeiexperiences are being told. Mosi

of the fellows were fortunateenough to get work for the sum-mer, although some spent a moreleisurely vacation. Brenton, Sch-iffer spent part of his summerin the Detroit Osteopathic Hos-pital, having undergone an ap-pendicitis operation, but is backon his feet again. Gerlach beatthe drums all summer with anorchestra of his own, and is allset to put on his one-man circusact for the school assemblies.Rumors of Evans' marriage seemto be slightly exaggerated.

Every effort is being made thisyear to make the house a fineplace to study, so that we mayretain our scholarship rating.


The halls of the fraternityhouse resound once again to thelaughter and greetings of re-turing brothers. They arrive atall hours of the day and night,via busses, trains, and chiefly,Fords. A few came back aheadof time, but some returned onlyin time to attend classes on Tues.day.

The house has been rearrang-ed this fall and we are justlyproud of the improvements. Theodor of new wall paper, mingledwith that of fresh paint, and thenoisy unpacking in each roommakes it seem once more thehospitable place that it is dur-ing the winter months.

After a hurried survey allmembers seem to be present. HalWalters arrived from the South,J. B. Miller deserted Dayton, Zy-zelewski and Joe Peterson, aftera hard summer in Michigan, de-cided to return to their studies;J. Hoose, also from Michigan,returns from a summer of fish-ing; Myron Bos returns to thefold after a vacation of variedexperiences. As for the rest ofthe fellows - Owen, Hecker,Wilkes, Irvin, Bartram, Hoeter,Herrin, Dunham, Gibson clinicactivities engaged their attentionthis summer, with only a shortwhile off for a rest from theirlabors.

Congratulations are in orderLor Ed Owen, who was electedNational Vice-President, Psi Sig-ma Alpha, at the convention inCleveland in July.

Bill Moore, after a very prosperous summer, passed a box ofcigars upon his return, announc-ing the fact that another of ourbrothers took the long leap intothe well of matrimony. Congrat-ulations, Bill -but why didn'tyou tell us sooner?

Plans for our winter activ-ities were discussed at a specialmeeting held Sept. 10, underthe direction of President Hoe-fer. A Freshman smoker will beheld in the very near future, fol-lo-ved by other activities of in-terest to both the new men andactives. Earl Jurgenson was ap-pointed house manager, and Ed-die Zyzelewski elected Pledge-mraster for the coming semester

We are glad to share our homewith the following Freshmen:Gordon Fisher, Milwaukee, Wis-Consin; Bohdan J. Kogut, De-

troit, Mich.; Arley G. Edger-ton, Boone, Iowa; Bernard How-land, Story City, Iowa; CliffordW.. Millard, Milwaukee, Wis.;Donald Leigh, Saco, Maine; andNeil R. Kitchen, Lake Arion,Mich.

Kenneth Blanding, a pledge,has now moved into the house.

DELTA OMEGADelta Omega is happy to wel-

come the new girls to Still Col-lege. At an early date a get-together meeting will be heldand we will all get really ac-quainted. It is gratifying to seethe gradual increase in womenstudents in our college.

Helen Butcher is convalescingat her home after an appendect-omy. We wish her a speedy re-covery and hope that she willbe back in school in anotherweek.

Dorthea Failing is back withtwo new students in tow. MaryBeth Zeigler has been in townfor several weeks helping withthe clinic at the state fair andassisting at Dr. Rachel Woods'office.

Mrs. Slocum is back from atour thru California, lookinghealthy and happy and wellrested. Lillie McClure, VelmaGehman, and Muriel Wilson havereported ready for work again.

Ruth Paul has called a meet-ing the 12th at the Y. W. andwill outline plans for the year.These will be reported in thenext issue.

The Medics Failed

Some time ago the Log Bookpublished a series of brief casereports on spectacular cases. Thereason for this was that weheard from time to time thatOseopathy was not what it usedto be; that it seemed to haveIr.- + I , L , Li, CI LI , + I L p v .x, .*AU.L ILc its LrlengLn ^tLs punch 11iyou wish to pun), or early abil-ity to cure the incurable. Thisis not true. We intend to con-tinue the publication of thesecases and have plenty of mater-ial for months to come, takenfrom the clinic of the college.Cures, even of the miracle type,are common, rather than rare,and it is their frequency thatmakes us forget that they arestill of great interest to manyof our readers.

The case described below hasbeen written up by the Seniorstudent in charge of the patient.Names can be furnished if youwish:

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Thanks to Osteopathy, says Mr.C. B., for a distinct improvementin my health and the remarkablegradual return of my vision.

Mr. C. B. was registered in ourclinic June 3, 1935. Case refer-red by an optometrist, who hadtieated the case with little suc-cess for 2 years. Other forms ofmedical therapy met with evenless success. Chief complaint:loss of vision, cataract involvingboth eyes; left eye almost totallyblind; right vision less than halfnormal; also sluggish liver and

Polk County SocietyThe Polk County Osteopathic

Society will start its regularschedule of meetings for the yearon Friday, Sept. 13. The officersfor the year are: Pres., Dr. C.Ira Gordon; V. Pres., Dr. R. B.Kale; Sec'y., Dr. Rachel Woods;Treas., Dr. J. R. Schaffer.

There have been several meet-ings of the officers and plansdefinitely formulated for theyear promise an unusual andworthwhile series of meetingsfor each month.

Dr. Rolla Hook of Logan, aspeaker of outstanding merit inthe professional life of Iowa,will give the first paper. His sub-ject on "Osteopathic EmergencyTreatment," the test of any phy-sician, which will be of greatvalue to all who attend.

The membership has beensteadily increasing eadh yearand prospects for a big year areahead. All members and practic-iig Osteopathic physicians inPolk County are expected to re-rew or become members thisyear. A hearty invitation is ex-tt*nded to all younger membersof the organization.

The Thursday Noon LuncheonClub met Sept. 12th, and willmeet every Thursday hereafter,at which a paper will be readand discussed. Dr. L. P. Fagan,who has charge of the noondayprograms, is actively at workand plans each meeting to be ofvalue to every Osteopath in at-tendance.

It is urged that every Osteo-path attend and take part inboth of these programs. All vis-iting Osteopaths to the city ofDes Moines are invited to attendthese meetings at any time.

constipated. Osteopathic findingswere rigidity of cervical and up-per dorsal regions, tendernessover gall bladder and liver.

Treatment: Three times aweek, Osteopathic stimulationand drainage around region ofeyes. Stimulation of trigeminaland facial nerves. Direct stimu-lation of eye ball by immediateprecussion. Corrected lesionsand insured normal movementsof cervical and upper dorsalvertebraes.

Results: Discarded glasses aft-er one month except for reading,vision seemed clearer; left eyeshowed no improvement for first2 months, then gradually im-proved to its present vision ofone-third normal vision. Righteye showed gradual improve-ment after 2 weeks treatmentto present state of better thanone-half normal vision. Osteo-pathy succeeded in eliminatingthe constipation and liver dis-turbance in one month aftermedicine had failed for fortyyears. Eyes were checked everymonth by an optometrist. Pa-tient extremely well pleasedwith Osteopahy.

Dr. A. G. Ripley-of Laurens, Iowa, announces thebirth of, Ruth Ann Ripley, Aug-ust first, at the Algona .GeneralHospital.

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Editor ------------- E. Harwood

Osteopathy Without Limitationi

Look Ahead!We are already beginning to

think of and plan for the classentering in January, 1936. Itwar said at the national conven-tion held in Cleveland this pastsummer that the Osteopathic(olleges are the very life bloodof the profession. It is my sin-cere belief that this statementis a true one. Our professionmust continue to grow, to de--velop and to increase in excell-

ence. It is the opportunity andIprivilege of every loyal and for-ward looking Osteopathic physi-cian to have a personal share inthis movement to advance Os-teopathy and the Osteopathicprofession.

Look about you in your owncommunity. Get in touch withthat young man or young womanwho is desirable and capable.There are many who would wel-come information regarding Os-teopathy as a career. Des MoinesStill College of Osteopathy isambitious to do all within itscapacity to forward the interestsof this most worthwhile profes-ion. With numerous renova-\

tions and improvements in thecollege building, with consider-able reorganization of our largeand comprehensive clinics andwith a strong faculty of whichanly institution might well beproud, we believe we have muchto offer.

We are profoundly impressedwith the great importance of thethoroughly organized and super-vised clinic as a teaching unit.We believe that one learns byioing. We wish to capitalize our

facilities to the end that Osteo-pathy may grow in influence,that more public contacts may bemade, that the people may bebettter informed and that Osteo-pathic treatment and care maybe made available to the manythousands that need it and wantit. By sending a student to usyou will accomplish three things:help Still College; advance Os-teopathy as a profession; andincrease Osteopathic interest andsentiment in your community.


Dr. E. P. Malone-of Miami, Okla., is the author ofan article on Back Injuries inIndustry and Compensation In-surance, which appeared in theAugust issue of the AmericanFederationist. Dr. Malone hasrendered an important mutualservice in securing Osteopathicrecognition in a publication scwidely read.

M. C. O.We like the sound of those

three letters and we hope thatthe noise that they make in thefuture will be even more pleas-ing to the ears. In this issue wecarry an official announcementfrom Dr. R. K. Smith, relativeto the Massachusetts College ofOsteopathy. We hope sincerelythat this move is permanent andthat the college will grow anddevelop. It has been too longunder the shadow of a step-father's back porch for it toblossom and bear fruit in oneyear. It means building from theblue prints. Boston and vicinityhas plenty of Osteopathic talentand we hope that this new M. C.O. will incorporate these richOsteopathic minds for the bene-fit of its students.

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OSTEOPATHY GOES FOR-WARD IN NEW ENGLAND

The Massachusetts College ofOsteopathy has now been reor-ganized and is free from all en-tanglements with any other edu-cational institution.

For the first time in historyit has purchased its own build-ing, which is located at 473 Bea-con Street, in the heart of Bos-ton. All college exercises, includ-ing clinical and laboratory work,will be conducted in this build-ing from Sept 23, 1935, on.

The Osteopathic clinic, whichis associated with the college,will be conducted in this build-ing every day excepting Sundaysandt holidays, from one to three.Bting situated in this section ofBoston, there is an unlimitedamound to clinical patients.

The following are the newmembers of the Board of Trus-tees, who were elected at thelast annual meeting:

R. Kendrick Smith, O. 0.,President.

Henry R. Bolan, D. 0,Secretary.

Joseph C. Basso, D. O.,Treasurer.

M. Edward Viola,Rev. Frederick Palladino,A. M. Dingwell, D. O.C. Marshall Tyler, D. O.

DR. JEAN CLAVERIE-has moved from Chicago tothe Clem Wilson Building in LosAngeles, California.

DR. GEORGE F. GAUGER-and Miss Ruby Nichols weremarried July 24. At home nowat Rush Springs, Oklahoma.

Dr. G. J. Howland-of Decorah, Iowa, announces theaddition of Helen Harriet to hisfamily, the birthday being Aug-ust twenty-eighth.

The Minnesota State Board-will hold its next examinationsOctober 11 and 12 at the NewState Office Building in St. Paul.This building is opposite theState Capitol.

Dr. R. A. Wilburn-of Madison, S. D., is the proudfather of a girl, Gayla Lee, bornJuly seventh.

Happy New Year!It is too early to predict the

outcome for the year but if theprevalence of smiles through thehalkl is indicative of anything,we venture to say that content-nent will prevail. The severalchanges made in the arrange--ment of the rooms and in offi-ciils already meets with the ap-pioval of the returning studentbody.

The opening day of schoolfound the corridors crowdedwith both old faces and newones. The enthusiasm of the re-turning students left most of thenew ones bewildered, for insteadof being happy, their expressionwas more one of awe that anyone could be so foolish as to beglad to get back to school.

Roll call Tuesday found near-ly all in place. A few will strag-gle in before the week is overLut it is gratifying to see thehigh percentage of older studentson the job the first day. Manyw7ho have had to drop out forone or more terms are back toadd to the gaiety of the first day.

Ohio and Michigan are againold rivals for honors in the newclass. The score is yet to be set-rled, for registration of Fresh-ri en does not close until the 23d.

Maine and Massachusetts arewell represented, as well as theusual number from the nearerstates. We are well pleased withthe response this year.

Tuesday found the facultypresent and on the dot. Classeswere held the full period and notime will be lost. Students en-tering a few days late will findihe work has progressed eachday during their absence.

Laboratory work will beginthe sixteenth, which means thatall classes will be hard at workfrom eight in the morning untilfive in the afternoon. Even witha full schedule staring them inthe face .... They're all gladto get back.....

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ed in the past but only that acloser check on our fundament-als will be made with greaterfrequency so that no opportunitywill be missed where it is pos-sible to stress the Osteopathicprinciple and its application inpractice.

The faculty plans to meet eachmonth during the college yearand at these meetings correlatetheir work of the past monthand plan for the future.

Those present were, Drs. J. P.Schwartz, Gordon, Becker, Mar-shall, Woods, Fagen, Owen, Ir-win, Callison, Facto, Fisher, Hal-laday, Golden, Cash, Bachman,and Mrs. Robinson.

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of Minneapolis has recently beenappointed by Governor Olson toreplace the late Dr. Margaret

-Whalen on the state board ofOsteopathic Examiners.

The DifferenceLast Week

The janitors were putting thefinishing touches on the newgray border in the halls. Thishas improved visibility, temper,and temperament 100%.

We noticed the effect of thenew upholstering and cleaningall through the waiting roomana in other parts of the build-ing.

The office was busy preparingfor the rush of students. A fewearly birds were around lookingfor worms.

The blackboards were clean,new chalk was in place and a fullcomplement of erasers present.

The chairs on the platform intbc assembly were straight andthe orchestra pit was arranged.

Bottles were being cleanedand shined in the labs and vari-colored fluids appeared in largecontainers from the store room.

A cadaver was being giventhe final rites in the dead room.

The halls were empty, thebook store closed, and too much(quiet prevailed all through thebuilding. * * *

This WeekThe Americans came-and a

few Canadians, too.The new paint is already scar-

red.The office is crowded and the

halls too narrow for the rushback and forth.

"Hi", "Harya". "Wenjagetin","Wydidenchariteme?", "Sgudta-getbak", etc.

They scatter thru the build-ing, noting the changes withfavor and the halls ring withthe kind of noise that fallsagreeably on our ears.

The blackboards are dirtyagain and the chalk broken, butno erasers have disappeared yet.They will.

We know just how the oldFrpnchman felt when he said,"The Americans Come."

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are on the job. Their service inthe past has built a good-will inthe school system of Des Moinesthat we are proud of. The mut-ual benefits derived from thiscontact cannot be measured butthe effects show in the trainingof Still College graduates.

Following the football seasonthe service is continued to wrest-ling, swimming, basketball, base-ball, and track.

Harry Porter of the Seniorclass has served all during thesummer as official trainer forthe Western League team in DesMoinec.

Dr. Halladay, who has chargeof this work, is dated to meet;with a group in Salina, Kansas,Sept. 19, and will also appearon the program of the MichiganState Meeting at Grand Rapids,October 31. His subject will be'"The Care and Treatment ofAthletic Injuries."

Dr. James A. Stinson-announces his removal from Chi-cago to St. Petersburg, Florida.

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preparing a letter to the mem-bership, relative to their statuswith the FERA and Relief workin Iowa. The membership willalsc receive a bulletin from theLegislative Committee, relativeto accomplishments thus far. Tothe non-member, we would againurge payment of dues.

District MeetingsThe Circuit meetings are

scheduled for Oct. 21-27, inclus-ive. Word has been received thatDr. Harold I. Magoun of Scotts-bluff, Nebr., will be the out-of-state speaker on the circuit. Dr.Magoun, a graduate of Harvard,previous to taking up Osteop-athy, has devoted much thoughtand study along various Osteo-pathic lines. He has outlined histall for the October meeting, orrather his general theme as be-in g, "Making Osteopathy MoreEff'ective," covering a discussionof poisons commonly contactedin foods, cosmetics and toiletarticles. The general principlesinvolved in adequate nutrition,the importance of correct bodychemistry, and how it may bedetermined and maintained, bas-ic Osteopathic principles andpractice (technic) laid on theabove foundation.

Another Log Book will reachyou before the date of the meet-ings so detailed and complete in-formation relative to the meet-ings will appear in that and willreach the Iowa profession bymail. State and district member-ships are the only qualificationsfor admittance to these meetings.

No report at this writing hasreached the Secretary relative tothe State Fair Clinic and theClinic held at Waterloo in con-junction with the American Leg-ion convention.

-Paul O. French, D. O.

The Fee

(The following article is a copyof a talk by Dr. W. E. Heinlin ofElliott, Iowa, at a recent Sub-District meeting held in Clarinda.Several requests have been madefor copies of this address and al-though it is from the experienceof one of our recent graduates, itcertainly is well worth printing.In a reecnt editorial we asked youto stop and take stock of yourselfand your business. This articlestrengthens that suggestion.--Ed.)

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There are many things nottaught in our schools that arequite necessary to an individual'ssuccess. That is true in any lineof work or in any profession.All of the professions are full ofmen that would have been muchbetter off if they had never seenthe inside of a college or uni-versity. The remedy lies more inthe examination and selection ofstudents, than in the teachingof them. But as long as condi-tions are as they are, we willcontinue to go on as we havebeen. It is an absolute necessity

that each one of us take stockof our own abilities and -short-comings. We, in order to liveand come out on top, must makethe most of our best qualitiesanid endeavor each hour of theday--and each day-to correctov·r bad habits.

There is always a reason whya man doesn't make a success inhis chosen field of work. If hehas a few of the right qualitiesand is of average intelligence, Ibelieve that he can correct thosereasons and eventually attaint lial higher mark he has set forhimself.

In this world, and age, thepublic judges a man's success byhis abitlity or banking account.That is quite true in a profes-sion. The majority of those whoconstitute the public cannot con-ceive of a man being successfulunless he is making money-oris at least able to take care ofhis debts and expenses and ap-pear successful. This paper isto deal with just one reason whyyou and I might fail in our pro-fession. I am taking for grantedthat each of us is endeavoringto be as correct a diagnosticianand technician as he possiblycan; and that each has the othernecessary qualities to make asuccessful physician.

The fee, or our charges for!he various things we do, andthe collection of that fee is veryimportant to us. It is almost asvital a problem as the profes-s'onal man has at this time.Therefore, if some of us havenot had the necessary trainingalong business lines, it is of ut-most importance that we acquireit. The amount of money thatwe are able to collect today is atrue barometer of what we willbe tomorrow.

I might divide the professioniuto three different classes.

I. The Progressive type, or theuhvsician who is a good businessman. He has his clientele edu-cated to the fact that he con-ducts his practice in a business-like way. Before he begins totreat a patient, he will have anunderstanding with him as tothe fee, and the individual's abil-ity to take care of it. If he hasbeen in a community for a num-ber of years; if he knows hispatients, and they know him andhis methods, they will expect topay their bills. Thus, there willbe no reason for a misunder-standing.

He sends out his bills the firstof each month, and he expectshis patients to pay. It dependssomewhat on the type of indi-vidual he is, as to measures hewill take to collect the accounts.If a physician feels as he shouldabout his work, and has his pa-tients educated to his way ofchinking; and if they know thathe expects his money, they aremuch more likely to pay the-billwhen it is due. This type of phy-sician knows that it is mucheasier to collect an account earlyin the case than it is after theaccount has run for one or twoyears. His patient also has a

much better opinion of him thanhe would have if he could slidealong, keep putting him off, orforget his debt entirely.

It is a good idea on sometypes of cases, particularly in ob-stetrical work, tonsillectomies,rectal work, and the chronicwork, to have a definite under-standing before taking the caseas to the amount of the fee, andthe way it will be taken care of.

II. The Poor Business Man isthe classification for the secondtype of physician. He is the phy-sician who takes them as theycome, puts his fee on the booksand makes a very weak effort tocollect it. His patient knows thathe is easy, knows that it will beall right to pay him at almostand time, and so makes no par-ticular effort to take care of hisbill. He feels that the Doctordoesn't need the money; andthat it makes little difference ifhe pays his bill within sixmonths' time. He is liable to de-velop the attitude, or acquirethe feeling, that he didn't re-ceive as good care as he mighthave received from someoneelse; that the physician didn'tget as good results with him ashe should have; or, that he oweshim a bill, has for a long time,and just hates to go back to himuntii it is taken care of. In thelatter case, the longer he putsoff making an effort to pay, theharder it is to finally cancel hisdebt.

It is a psychological and prov-ed fact that this type of a phy-sician's patients is going to thinkthings about him, and talk abouthim in a way that might event-ually ruin him in his community.Patients of this sort often causehin, to be regarded not as acompetent man, but one that isnot quite up to par. They thinkof him that way as a businessman. They will also think of him

lthat way as a physician.III. The Sympathetic type in-

cludes the physician who is justtoo kind-hearted to cause his pa-tients to suffer hardships. If apatient tells him a long story ofhard luck and works on his emo-tions enough, he is likely to tellthe patient to let the bill go forawhile. This physician will prob-ably add that he need not worryabout it at the present, and thathe can take care of it at his con-venience. It is usually quite along time, and possibly neverconvenient for him to take careof his obligation. This type ofphysician has to take stock ofhimself, control his kindness andsympathy to a degree, and lethis patients know that he hasobligations to meet-the sameas anyone else. The man who isentirely lacking in sympathy isin bad shape; but it is absolutelynecessary to his future as a phy-sician that he doesn't let thisemotion go too far.

In determining the actualamount to charge a patient,there are several things to takeinto consideration. The location,the charges made by men in bothyour own and other commun-

ities, have a definite bearing onone's fee. It is also necessary toconsider the reaction of the pa-tients. If they are charged toolittle, in time they are going tonave a "little" opinion of thephysician's work.' If you physic-ians feel that `you are doingsomething for your patients; ifyou feel that you actually havesomething to give them that isof importance to their healthsomething you can do for themthat no one else in your commun-ity can do it is necessary thatyou charge them a good fee.They are, to a great extent, go-ing to judge your work by theway you judge it; that is, byyour own valuation on it.

I know an actual case of awoman in Kansas City, Missouri,who had a very difficult time get-ting a plate of teeth that wouldfit her mouth, and function asshe thought they should. Herdentist, after several trials, gaveup the job and sent her to aspecialist in Chicago. Atter hehad finished the case to her satis-faction, she asked for her bill.His price was $500.00. That wo-man was actually disgusted: shehad expected to pay him $1,500or $2,000 for her plate of teeth.She had tried several others be-fore finding a man who couldgive her what she wanted; then,she thought more of his workthan he did himself.That mightbe used as an example of thepsychology of a patient.

if you want to do a cut-ratebusiness-do it. But your pa-tients are going to judge you andyour work accordingly. If youare the type of individual whocan both charge and collect anextremely high fee, and keepyour patients-do it. The com-munity governs the fee, some-

hat. The man in an averagefarming community is compelledto charge an average fee.

I have tried to give you a fewof my observations and ideas. Iknow that I have not completelycovered the field; I have pur-posely omitted some points onthe actual amount to be charged.However, I hope that I havegiven you a few ideas and some-tbhng to think about. I shouldappreciate a discussion of thispaper.

-W. E. Heinlen, D. O.Elliott, Iowa.

Anent ClevelandIt was a great delight to at-

tend the National OsteopathicConvention for the first time.During student days one ac-quires the impression that Os-teopathic principles more or lesscenter around the college at-tended. After meeting doctorsfrom all over the country andlistening to lectures and specialpapers presented by men andwomen who have made good intheir special phase of practice,one can not help but realize theincreasing scope and nationalcoherence of the profession.

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G-Men in Still College

Still College this year is be-coming infested with G-men, andwomen. No one needs to bealarmed at this, as they are notlooking for another John Dillin-ger or Pretty Boy Floyd, but aremerely looking for ways andmeans to help themselves meetschool expenses and to help thecollege get some needed workdone at the same time. The col-lege has been approved by, andis receiving funds from the Na-tional Youth Administration forthe purpose of furnishing workto students who otherwise wouldbe unable to attend college.

Many and various are the jobsthat have been found for theseworkers. The work must be ofscholastic nature, and in no casemust it supercede work alreadysupplied by the school, but mustbe new work of a type mutuallybeneficial to school and studentalike. Some students are em-ployed as extra assistants in lab-oratories, some serve as librar-ians, many are working in thetechnical department preparingpathological and histologicalslides and specimens, whileothers are doing clerical workin the office and clinic.

Department heads supervisethe work and keep time on thehours put in, while Dr. C. P.Callison has general charge ofthe assignment of jobs.

Our President, Dr. Becker, isto !be thanked for securing thisvitally important governmentaid for our students, and he iskeenly interested in seeing thatthey get all the assistance possi-ble.

Kansas State MeetingDr. Arthur D. Becker, presi-

dent of Still College, has just re-turned from a fine meeting ofthe Kansas State OsteopathicAssociation held at Topeka, Oc-tober 9, 10 and 11. Dr. Beckerappeared on the program fourtimes, discussing Osteopathicprinciples and technic and theheart.

When asked about his visit hereplied, "This visit to the SunFlower State made a very hap-py break in what has proved tobe a busy summer and fall. It isalways a pleasure to mix withthose with whom one has muchin common. Osteopathy is goingforward in leaps and bounds inKansas and the Osteopathic pro-fession there deserves muchcredit for its fine growth anddevelopment. More power tcthem."

The Library Open

For several years Still Collegehas had a library. It will be re-membered that the nucleus ofthis collection of books was acontribution to the college byMrs. George Still, it being theoriginal library of Dr. George A.Still. Later others contributed,and more recently, Dr. Ella Stillgave to the college the scientificbooks collected by Dr. S. S. Still,the founder of Still College. Thelibrary then, has an unusualvalue in that it not only servesthe usual useful purpose of suchbut is also a permanent memor-ial of Drs. George and S. S. Still,both of whom were at one timeintimately a part of the institu-tion.

New book shelves have beenbuilt and reading tables provid-ed in a spacious room on thefourth floor, where under thewatchful eye of the librarian thestudents may come each after-noon and study as long as theywish. Slides from the variouslaboratories are also availableand students may review theirwork at their leisure.

Still College students nowhave available two excellent li-braries for reference. The statelibrary of medical and scientificbooks and magazines is locatednot far from the college and theentire collection of over 10,000volumes may be used freely bythe student body.

Osteopathy in England

Mechanical therapy on the con-tinent and England is not new.If you care to go into the recordsyou will find evidence of it inone form or another many yearsbefore Dr. A. T. Still announcedhis discovery of Osteopathy.

Those who professed to ad-minister massage or any othermanipulative form of therapy inthe old world were never givenany standing regardless of thegood accomplished. This is beingechoed now in England wherethe Osteopathic profession ismaking a valient effort to gainthe recognition they so well de-serve.

The small group behind themovement and the men workingunder the leadership of Dr. J.Martin Littlejohn have even agreater opposition to overcomethan those of us here in thestates, where Osteopathy is rec-ognized in every state thoughthe law may not be just to ourliking.

Reports from England showthat a remarkably large groupof people want Osteopathy andsupport it but like so manyother things of proven value, astrongly entrenched medicalcombine rules by force of num-bers and prestige and as is foundin other countries the people areslow to respond, being unedu-cated in this line.

IIn the Sunflower State

Dr. Halladay recently made atrip to Salina, Kansas, the re-ports of which prove a numberof things. First, that in the Cen-tral Kansas Association theyhave a group that gets togetherand enjoys it. Second, that theyare firm believers in Osteopathyand that Dr. Haliaday can goback into the same territorywith the same subject and holdthe interest of the crowd fornearly two hours. Dr. FrankSnaffer of Salina was in chargeof the program. Dr. Hanna ofClay Center sent us the follow-ing from the Clay Center Dis-patch:

"COACHES WERE GUESTSOF DISTRICT MEETING

"North Central Meeting Heldin Salina With Good

Attendance.

"The Central Kansas Associa-tion of Osteopathic Physiciansand Surgeons met in Salina lastnight with athletic coaches andprincipals of schools as invitedguests. There were 36 guestsand about 30 doctors present atthe meeting.

"Dr. Virge Halladay of DesMoines Still College of Osteo-pathy and Surgery, talked on"The Prevention and Cure ofAthletic Injuries." This year Dr.Halladay and senior student as-sistants are caring for-the boys .-on the teams of Des Moines highschools and Catholic Academy,the teams of Drake University,and those of a few of the nearbysmall towns. Dr. Halladay hasover 12,000 classified injuriesrecorded in the last seven years,and is able to speak with auth-ority in regard to the expectedinjuries and how to preventthem. Adhesive strapping to pre-vent injuries and to splint jointsalready injured was carefullyexplained and demonstrated.

"It is too bad that boys donot recuperate from injures asquickly as do girls," Dr. Halla-day said. "In my experience withgirl basketball teams the lastthree years and more recentlyat the championship games atWichita, I was surprised to seegirls who were carried off thefloor almost unconscious fromthe rough play, able to resumetheir places in the followingevening's game. Boys with equal



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IOTA TAU SIGMA(H. Dresser)

Beta Chapter deeply regretsthe forced closure of their homebut are happy that we are still'remaining intact with bi-month-ly meetings. We are in hopesthat in another year we mayonce more gain our home and bea bigger and better chapter.

However, the boys are hap-pily scattered throughout thecity, the majority of them beingat 51.6 12th street. This inculdesBros. Betghtol, Dresser, Herd,Jerenson, Boston, and Danials.It seems to be the headquartersfor ITS.

"Swampy" that lad from No.Carolina, ran into quite a mis-fortune the other day. We don'tknow just what he broke-butit sure made him angry.

Bros. Boston and Herd spenta week-end in Davenport, bring-ing back a radio. As it bouncedoff Johnny's head several timeson the way, we were all awaken-ed by the two radio experts tun-ing in unknown stations to testit. They also brought back somenice watermelons.

Bros. Happel, Gerow and Pohlare living on Grand avenue. Sev-eral of the boys attempted tocall on them Sunday, but with-out success, as they were sleep-ing soundly. They were prob-ably on an O. B. call all night.

Bros Yukl, McIntire and Mc-Intyre are living at the ColonialApartments on 5th avenue. Notaxi is necessary for them thisyear and there will be no excusefor tardiness.

SIGMA SIGMA PHI(Fred Green)

The members of Sigma SigmaPhi wish to express their appre-ciation to 'the student body,whose co-operation has made itpossible for the fraternity to ar-range a schedule of all schoolactivities for the coming yearand which we are confident isgoing to create a greater feelingof fellowship and unity, as wellas enjoyment and a recreationto the student body as a whole.

Although the actual numberof activities has been reduced,only those were chosen that re-ceived the highest number ofvotes and in which the greatestnumber of students could par-ticipate, namely the basketballand soft ball tournaments, plusseveral dances for fall andspring, one of which is sched-uled for the- near future. Noweveryone watch for announce-ments and keep your date bookopen. Help us help you have agood time.

To the Freshmen:-The Sig-

ma Sigma Phi annual freshmansmoker is to be held in the im-mediate offing. All freshmen areurged to attend. All "actives"and pledges must be there. Lookfor the announcement.

We are proud to initiate intoour fraternity at the last meet-ing, four new members, who hadsuccessfully completed pledge-ships and received acknowledg-ment thereof. Congratulations toPhillips, McNearney, Ryan andMattern.

DELTA OMEGAWednesday evening, October

2, we were entertained at a chilisupper by Dr. and Mrs. ArthurD. Becker at their home on Wa-terbury Circle. An evening ofentertainment followed, duringwhich we played various parlorgames.

Beta Chapter announces thepledging of Velma Gehman atits regular meeting, October 8.Plans for the coming year werediscussed, and our activities willbe announced at a later date.

The first work night of thepresent semester will be held onOctober 21, at the home of RuthPaul. Dr. Mary Golden will bethe speaker.

Formal initiation will be heldNovember 4 at the home of Mrs.Anna Slocum. A pot-luck supperwill precede the initiation. Thefollowing girls will become ac-tive members: Velma Gehman,Muriel Wilson, and Lillie Mc-Clure.


The first dance of the schoolyear will be held Friday eve-ning, Nov. 1st. The Hallowe'enspirit will be carried out in thedecorative scheme. Those incharge are J. O'Berski, E. Zyze-lewski, and J. Herrin. A goodband and a good time assured.

Delta Chapter announces thefollowing pledges for the pres-ent semester: Donald Leigh,Sacco, Maine; Clifford Millard,Milwaukee, Wisc.; Bohdan Ko-gut, Detroit, Mich.; Arley Ed-gerton, Boone, Iowa; BernardHowland, Story City, Iowa; Gor-don Fischer, Milwaukee, Wisc.;Joe Robertson, Westerville, 0.;William Jolley, Ottumwa, Iowa;Kenneth Failing, Oxford, Mich.;Neil Kitchen, Lake'Arion, Mich.;and Albert Barnes, Guthrie, Ok-lahoma. Howland, a Junior B.returns after several years, ab-sence, and Jolley, a Junior A,transfers from the Kirksvillecollege.

The latest improvement at thehouse is the transforming of theLarge basement room into alounge, complete with overstuff-ed furniture and radio. Whenfinished it will make an idealplace in which to break themonotony of the school routine.

Dr. and Mrs. S. H. Klein weredinner guests Sunday, Sept. 15.

First degree initiation will beheld Friday evening, October 18,for James Dunham and KennethBlanding. While the class issmall this fall, all active will beon hand nevertheless to give the

boys a rousing reception into themysteries of fraternalism.

We are glad to share ourhouse with Bro. John Patterson,who transfers to the Junior Bclass, from the Los Angeles col-lege.

It Seems That: The call boystill gets called down; all Fordsare still running; study hoursare being enforced; Earl likesto sleep; the paddles land quitehard at times; Blanding needs asmaller furnace; Don Leigh isfrom Maine and Jack Pattersonfrom California-miles apart-but their common interest in Os-teopathy caused them to meetat Des Moines Still College-inthe approximate center of theUnited States.

ATLAS CLUB(J. W. E.)

Now that the activity and ex-citement of the first few weeksis over, the old grind is on andit will be the survival of thefittest.

The routine was broken Sept.26, by a banquet given in honorof Dr. Becker. The feast wasprovided by wild game that Dr.Marshall dragged back from theWest on his recent hunting trip.Members ,alumni and guests at-tended.

The club takes pleasure in an-nouncing the pledging of the fol-lowing men: John Hagy andHomer Daum, Illinois; HowardSporck, Pittsburgh, Pa.; EugeneYoung, Lebanon, Ohio; ErwinIverson, Sioux Falls, S. Dakota;Edward Callahan, Minneapolis,Minn.; P. N. Monroe, Detroit,Michigan.

As everyone probably knows,Pledge Young is recuperatingafter an appendix operation. Hewill be back in school very soon.

Open house held every Satur-day night has been very success-ful. It seems as though the up-per classmen bring their girlsand the freshmen dance withthem. These freshmen catch onquick.

WIGITS The Kewanee boysgoing home again. . . . Sprock'sfoot technique. ... O'Shannaand his telephone calls ....Evans going steady again.

Dr. W. E. Butcher DiesDr. W. E. Butcher former

member of the faculty of thecollege and a graduate of theJune, 1926 class, died at hishome in Des Moines, August 18.His death came as a surprise tothe profession in the city as hehad been to the hospital for sev-eral days and was consideredwell on the way to recovery.

Dr. Butcher enjoyed an ex-tensive practice in the city ofDes Moines and was a popularmember of the Polk County So-ciety.

His daughter, Miss HelenButcher, a member of the Juniorclass at the college, was unfor-tunately stricken with appendi-citis ten days following her fath-er's death. She has recoveredfrom the operation and is nowback in school.

Assemblies

September 13In spite of it being Friday the

13th, most of the faculty wasrounded up and appeared on theplatform. This being the debutof Drs. Becker, Callison and Fa-gan, it was expected that eachwould take up sufficient time sothat the last two periods of workcould be absorbed. Of thethree, Dr. Becker won easily byseveral minutes, and rightly so,for he had a real message forthe student body. He stressedthe importance of getting downto work immediately and em-phatically stated that classesmust go on and that hazing is avery unnecessary activity in pro-fessional schools. Dr. Becker'sremarks were received with en-thusiasm by the entire studentbody. The assembly closed withannouncements relative to thelaboratory work in the variousdepartments.

September 20The second assembly of the

new school year is always givenover to the introduction of thenew class. The main feature ofthis is not so much to show offthe quantity, but to see which ofthe rival states of Ohio andMichigan have sent the most tothe new group. The score be-ing tied this year, there will beno state fight as has been stagedin previous years. Studentsfrom Massachusetts and Mainehave traveled the greatest dis-tance, and several from the cityof Des Moines claim to havemade the least effort in regis-tering. Dr. Halladay, acting inthe capacity of master of cere-monies, also introduced new stu-dents to Still that have trans-ferred from other colleges, andseveral who, having been out oneor more terms, are back to finishtheir course.

September 27Radio, the marvel that has

spread over the country-in sucha short time, was the subject ofthe talk given by Mr. RobertBlaylock, representing W H O.Keeping safely away from thetechnical side, Mr. Blaylock, al-though limited in time. gave aresume of the growth and extentof radio covering the thirteenyears of broadcasting. It is hardto believe the figures given onthe number of workers employedeven in sending out one nation-hook-up. Even if radio was ex-plained in words of one slylable,we could not understand it, butwe certainly do enjoy the effortsall seem to be making to give usbetter and cleaner programs.Mr. Blaylock stressed the im-portance of radio as an influencein our country because of its al-most universal coverage. Hepromises to return with a talkdesigned to help the amateurspeaker to feel more at ease.Some of us may have to face themike some day, and we hope tocarry on without mike-fever orwhatever it is that makes stut-terers out of fluent speakers.

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Look AheadOsteopathy is moving for-

ward; slowly, steadily, sanelyand continuously forward. Itsprinciples are established upontruth, it is butressed by soundlogic, it is motivated by highideals of service and it is guidedby leaders of vision. It offers tothe people of the world a ther-apy that is useful and that hasa wide scope of application. Itoffers a therapy that is uniqueand distinctive and effective. Itoffers a therapy that strikesdeeply into the cause of illhealth. It pushes away visionarytheories and replaces them withthe known and accepted facts ofanatomy, physiology and path-ology. It stands scientific invest-igation, it invites scrutiny, it ap-peals to the reason of those whoare informed.

What should be the directionof our efforts at this time? First-I believe we should hold fastto all that is good and soundand established. The Osteopathiclesion as a cause of disease andthe normalization of lesions a-sa means of cure are the funda-mental tenets of our belief andpractice. They are the hub ofour wheel; they are the lodestar of our chart; they are thecenter of our circumference.

We should use all ethicalmethods of informing the publicconcerning Osteopathy and itsscope of application in practice.An informed and awakened pub-lic is an ally of no mean value.

We should, as members of theOsteopathic profession becomemore and more institution con-scious. Our hospitals, qur sana-toria, our colleges and our clin-ics should receive our last meas-ure of support, co-operation anddirected patronage.

We should vigorously moveforward in altruistic service forthose who through misfortuneare not able to pay. The finestart we have made by the estab-lishment of free clinics, child-ren's clinics, adult clinics, ma-ternity clinics and orthopedicclinics is but the beginning andpromise of what the future maybring.

We must continuously ad-vance our own knowledge in ourown field through research andextended study in the biologicalsciences. We must improve ourcolleges, we must develop meth-ods of teaching, we must organ-ize our teaching clinics to theend that we will graduate evenmore competent Osteopathicphysicians.

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New Ohio Hospital

More than 3,000 persons fromOhio, Michigan and Pennsylvan-ia visited the new hospital andclinic, formally opened recentlyin the Hall mansion, Euclid ave-nue and East 32nd street, Cleve-land, Ohio, as the first institu-tion of its kind in the city. Thehouse was built in 1874,- thedate of the founding of Osteo-pathy.

The ground floor of the newhospital is given over to labora-tories, x-ray room, case-room,kitchen and dining-room; themain floor to the reception roomsand clinic offices; the secondfloor to single and double roomsfor the patients; the third floorto operating rooms, deliveryrooms, nursery and accommoda-tions for maternity patients.

Complete remodeling and re-decorating, fireproofing, newplumbing and heating equip-ment and towertype fire-escapeshave transferred the residencewith its 132'rooms into a moderninstitution. Only the brick wallsare left unchanged.

Dr. R. A. Sheppard is chief-of-staff of the hospital, and Dr. C.V. Kerr, president of the clinic.

Chilly? No!! ChiliThe girls of the college, to-

gether with Mrs. K. M. Robin-son, secretary, and Miss IolaBagen of the office force, enjoy-ed a chilli supper at the home ofDr. and Mrs. Arthur D. Beckeron October first. The rapid dis-appearance of the chilli was evi-dence of the happy choice offood and the volume of soundin conversation and laughter in-dicated that everyone had a jollygood time.

The evening was spent in vis-iting and games. The guests leftconvinced that their hostess,Mrs. Becker, was ideal in everyrespect.

- Dr. Orville Rose-spent several days this fall inthe north, fooling innocent fish.Orvill has photos to prove, hisstories.

great game of working togetherin organized groups. We haveinherited a great trust, we havebeen given the torch. It is onlythrough organization: city, coun-ty, state and national, that wecan carry on.

Among the first obligations ofevery alert forward looking Os-teopathic physician is that of af-filiation with the various organ-izations in the Osteopathic pro-fession and the contribution ofmoney, time and energy to theadvancement of Osteopathic in-terest. As individuals we can dobut little, but as organizations,if we all move together at thesame time and in the same di-rection, we can .accomplish muchthat is tremendously worthwhilein a humanitarian service secondto none.

He's Wrong-But AllRight

Herman (Lucky) LuchsingerJr., crack little wrestler of Val-ley Junction High school, is agood-natured boy, but his heartis not in the right place.

It's on the right side, which,in human anatomy, is the wrongside.

Moreover, Herman is practic-ally all turned around.

His appendix is on the leftside.

His stomach, liver, gall blad-der-all are on the opposite sidefrom those of other humans-and yet Herman has never beenill since he had diphtheria as achild. Now he's fifteen and thehealthiest member of his family.

X-RaysAbout five years ago Herman

was wrestling with his uncle.He was pinned to the floor

with his uncle's head against hischest.

"Hey, the kid's heart is on thewrong side," the uncle said.

And it was so discovered.Herman was taken to Dr. L.

L. Facto of Still College of Os-teopathy, and Dr. Byron Cash,roentgenologist of Des MoinesGeneral hospital. Their X-raypicture revealed the queer trickof nature in reversing the or-gans of Lucky's body.

AthleteHerman, who is a son of Mr.

and Mrs. Herman Luchsinger,432 Second street, Valley Junc-tion, was born in Valley Junc-tion Feb. 10, 1920. For twoyears he has been a member ofthe Valley Junction wrestlingteam-and even the coach didn'tknow the boy's heart was re-versed.

The boy was active as a foot-ball and basketball player injunior high school and alreadyplays a fair game of golf. Heweighs 100 pounds.

He's a strong healthy boy andyou can shake his hand on that-his right hand for, strange asit seems, he is right-handed.-(Des Moines Tribune, October 9,1935.)

North Missouri Meeting

On Thursday evening, Septem-ber 19, President Arthur D.Becker met with the North Cen-tral District group at Princeton,Missouri. Mrs. Becker and Allenaccompanied him, enjoying abountiful dinner served there bythe ladies of the MethodistChurch. Following the dinnerDr. Becker discussed "Electro-cardiography and its Contribu-tion in the Field of Cardiac Di-agnosis." About twenty-five phy-sicians were in attendance.

A round table on general di-agnosis was held following themain talk. Dr. Byron Axtellproved a most efficient host tothe members present.

Dr. Raymond Perdue-has been appointed team physi-cian for Northern High at Flint,Michigan.

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injuries would require three daysat least to recover. It isn't thatgirls are the stronger sex butthat Mother Nature has so pro-vided."

"Those attending from herewere Professors Frick and Un-ger, Dr. H. K. Benneson, andDr. Lawton Hanna and Mrs.Hanna."

With the clipping, Dr. Hannaenclosed a list of the coachesand members present and addedthe following:

"This is the second annualmeeting held by this societywith the coaches as guests. Ourmeeting last year at Abilenewas so successful that we re-peated with the same speaker.Our meet this year was at thebeginning of the football seasonwhich time we would suggest toother societies for similar meet-ings. These talks are not onlyvaluable to those caring for ath-letes but much of it is of greathelp in the general practice ofOsteopathy. Thanks, Virge, foran excellent talk.

"Lawton M. Hanna, D. O.,"Sec'y. C.K.A.O.P.S.

Superintendent, Coach andTrainer Guests:

Darwin Berry, Manhattan.Wayne Mase, Coach, Benning-

ton.H. D. Karns, Principal, Con-

cordia.Albert Hawks, Asst. Coach,

Elvin McCoy, Coach, Floyd Cur-rier, Asst. Coach, and M. W. VanOsdol, Principal, Abilene.

F. L. Carter, Coach, Wilson.H. F. Hahn, Coach, Ellsworth.Sheldon Frick, Principal, Clay

Center.Tom Montgomery, Trainer,

Joe F. Creed, Trainer, Prof. L. P.Washburn, Phys. Ed., B. R. Pat-terson, Coach, and C. H. Little,Coach, Manhattan.

George Hinsley, Superintend-ent, Bennington.Jim Douglas, Coach, A. B. Mack-ie, Coach, and Mrs. A. B. Mackie,Phys. Ed., Salina.

S. A. Lindald, Coach, Enter-prise.

New South Dakota Assn.Formed

The Osteopathic physicians ofsoutheastern South Dakota meton September 22nd and formedan association. The meeting washeld in Vermillion with Dr. W.G. Rosecrans acting as host.

After enjoying a chicken din-ner the doctors held a businessmeeting at which Dr. J. H.Cheney of Sioux Falls tookcharge. Dr. Rosencrans waselected president, and Dr. W. W.Myers of Parker, secretary.

Plans were made to hold bi-monthly meetings in the future,rotating thru the district. Dr. T.D. Bowman of Yankton will actas host at the next meetingwhich will be held on November10th.- v1 Ith

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new members have been receiv-ed for Society membership. Ifno written protests are receivedfor the Board's consideration,they will be duly qualifiedmembers according to the pres-ent By-Laws. Dr. R. W. Jack,Davenport; Dr. J. C. Agnew, Dr.Arthur D. Becker, both of DesMoines; Dr. Fritz Benz of Quas-queton; Dr. Thomas F. Lange ofClinton; and Dr. H. C. Gambleof LeMars.

District MeetingsThe October Circuit will fea-

ture an outstanding Osteopathicspeaker, one who has never ap-peared before the Iowa profes-sion, Dr. Harold I. Magoun ofScottsbluff, Nebraska.

Dr. Magoun is a past presi-dent of the Nebraska Osteopath-ic Assn., program chairman ofthe AOA Convention (Detroit).and at the present time is asso-ciate chairman of the Bureau ofClinics of the AOA, and as wellas on the membership committeeof the Osteopathic Child StudyAssociation. Dr. Magoun is alsoa deputy district governor ofthe Lions International and re-cently attended the meeting ofthat body at Mexico City. He willaddress the Lions at Forest Cityon Monday the 21st, the day ofthe Fourth District meeting. OnWednesday, October 2!3, at 3:00p. m. Dr. Magoun will broadcastover WMT, Cedar Rapids-Water-loo. He will also broadcast overthe Marshalltown station, butat the time of this writing thathour has not been determined.All Lions in Iowa will be noti-fied of these broadcasts.

In speaking to the professionthe doctor will discus, "MakingOsteopathy More Effective." Thiscovers a discussion of poisonscommonly contacted in foods,cosmetics and toilet articles-the general principles involvedin adequate nutrition-the im-portance of correct body chem-istry and how it may be determ-ined and maintained, as well asbasic Osteopathic principles andtechnic laid on the above foun-dation.

The October circuit will alscbe the first official appearancein Iowa of President F. A. Gor-don as AOA Trustee. October 5Dr. Gordon twice addressed theWisconsin State meeting held alStevens Point. Dr. Gordon matbe induced to give one of histalks, "Selling Osteopathy," orthe circuit, but will primarilydiscuss State Society matter:and things the members in attendance should know concerning affairs.

These men are losing six day:from their practice - will yovmatch it with one day and you:dues? Both have a message fo:you. Be there.

The time and place of themeetings are as follows: SundayOctober 20, the 5th Distric

meet at Hotel Martin, SiouxCity. Monday the 21st, the 4thDistrict meet at Hawkes Hotel,Forest City. Tuesday, the 22nd,the 6th District meet at HotelTallcorn, Marshalltown. Wed.,the 23rd, the 1st District meetat Hotel Roosevelt, Cedar Rap-ids. Thurs., the 24th, the 3rdDistrict meet at Hotel Ottumwa,Ottumwa. Friday, the 25th, the2nd District meet, with Dr. F. A.Martin, at Murray.

Polk County Society

The regular monthly meetingof the Polk County OsteopathicSociety was held at the Cham-berlain Hotel, Friday evening,October 11th, Following the din-ner, Dr. R. B. Kale, programchairman, introduced Mr. O. W.Knott, who presented some won-derful films prepared under thedirection of the Petrolager Co.We are indeed grateful to Mr.Knott and the company that herepresents for the films demon-strate the advancement of pho-tography in the- scientific field,especially of educational value.The general discussion that fol-lowed the meeting was led byseveral of Des Moines' outstand-ing Osteopaths who expressednew and scientific observationsof their practice.

Each of the meetings thisyear has been unusually well at-tended and has been worth-while to each Osteopath attend-ing. New members are enthusiastic in expression of the meet-ings and speakers. Additionallyof interest was the fact thaisome of the doctors are inviting

; prospective students to attendthese.-meetings that they might

. in future years become membersof this ever growing profession.

Interest is already growingthroughout the state as well asin the local organization of the

iNovember 8th meeting, whenDr. Quintus W. Wilson of Wich-ita, Kansas, one of Osteopathy'soutstanding authorities on "En-

. doctrinology" will be the guestspeaker. The afternoon meeting,

-starting at 3 o'clock, will be de-voted to Adult Endocrinology

l and the evening, following thedinner, to Child EndocrinologyFilms and clinic cases will enhance a practical demonstratiorthat no thinking doctor can afford to miss.

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Freshmen. Sunday afternoonSeptember 29th, they were a

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On June 20, 1935, a Mr. C.came into the clinic for exam-ination. He is 44 year old, mar-ried, and of Italian birth. Occu-pation being that of a beveragedispenser.

Presenting symptoms: Pain inlower back and radiating downright leg. He was unable to bendforward, backward, or to eitherside without suffering excrucia-ating pain in lower back, ex-tending down the right leg. Hegave the history of lifting some-thing heavy and while doing sohe felt something give way inthe lower back. This was onJune 16th. Thinking that itwould disappear, he let the con-dition go until four days laterhe came to the clinic thru theadvice of his brother, who hadtaken a series of treatments atthe college clinic.

Past history as to illness andoperations, negative.

Dietary habits: Uses tobacco,some alcohol and drinks smallamount of water. His functionalhabits were good, except that hisbowels were sluggish, but thishad come on since he injuredhis back.

He was examined by Dr. Fac-to. The cervical and upper dor-sal regions, negative. The mid-dle and lower dorsal showedmarked contraction of muscula-ture and pain upon pressureover the lumbo-sacral and rightsacro-iliac articulations werefound. Flexion of the left thighupon the abdomen caused painat the lumbo-sacral articulation,and attempted flexion of rightthigh on abdomen with leg ex-tended on thigh caused severepain in right sacro-iliac articu-lation and in lumbo-sacral ar-ticulation. Diagnosed as lesionof fifth lumbar (lumbo-sacralsprain) and right sacro-iliac les-ion.

Urinalysis was negative.He was treated the same day,

but the muscles were in such acontracted stage that deep man-ipulation was all that was done.His reaction to the treatmentwas only fair, so he was put tobed and treated every day for aweek: by the fifth day most ofthe pain had disappeared and bythe seventh day he was able tobe up and around. He felt ableto go back to work at the endof ten days.

The condition was diagnosedas a lesion of the fifth lumbar(lumbo-sacral strain) with in-volvment of sacro-iliac on rightside.

The treatment given was gen-eral Osteopathic with special at-tention given to the lumbar area.All necessary corrections weremade and taping used as an ad-junct. The bowels were regularat the end of ten days.

B. A. Story (student).This was one of the most sev-

ere cases of low back pain thatwe have had in the clinic, andthe response to treatment showsthe effectiveness of Osteopathiccare.

-Dr. L. L. Facto (clinician).

O.W.N.A. Foot ClinicSept. 27, 1935, the Iowa divis-

ion of the Osteopathic Women'sNational Association held an all-day meeting at the Hotel Savery.The program for this meetingwas based on study of the feet,covering anatomy and physiol-ogy, case history taking, andtechnic. The speakers were Dr.J. M. Woods of Des Moines, Dr.H. E. Clybourne and Mr. Stan-ley Berger of the LockwedgeShoe Company of Columbus,Ohio.

In the eveening films wereshown giving the inside of theLocke Clinic in Canada, anat-omy of the foot and leg, and apicture showing the workings ofthe factory.

Assembly, October 4th

Following usual announce-ments of the week Dr. Halladaystarted the movie machine andunrolled a twenty-minute pictureof the college. The picture is be-ing re-edited this year, many ofthe old shots being taken outand new ones put in. This wasthe last chance for the studentbody to see some of the earlierpictures of activities around thecampus.

The Sigma Sigma Phi fratern-ity issued a questionair tryingto get a line on what the stu-dent body would like in the wayof activities this year. Plans arerapidly being made to organizethe usual in-and out-door sportssponsored by the fraternity.

West Virginia-The next meeting of the WestVirginia Board of Osteopathywill be held February 10 and 11,1936, at Clarksburg. For appli-cation blanks, address the Sec-retary, Dr. Guy E. Morris, 542Empire State Bldg., Clarksburg,Wiest Virginia.

Dr. J. C. Calhoun-member of the corporate boardof the college has recently lo-cated in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.,after many years of successfulpractice in Decatur, Ill.

Dr. H. V. Halladay--talked to 73 basketball coachesOctober 5, who were in DesMoines attending the A. I. B.Girls' Coaching School.

Dr. H. J. Marshall-recently returned from one ofhis big-game hunting trips intothe wilds of Wyoming. Mrs. Mar-shall enjoyed the trip with Har-ry this year and they baggedboth bear and elk.

Dr. Fred Campbell-another Isaac Walton addict, re-ports exceptional luck on hisrecent fishing trip. Fred is de-pending on verbal proof of hisprowess.

Dr. H. R. Byrum-of Memphis, Tenn., recently at-tained the age of six dozen. Hisphoto carries the sassy state-ment of "Who Cares?" We alldo and congratulate him, hopingfor him many more years of ac-tive Osteopathic effort.

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Volume 12 NOVEMBER 15, 1935 Number 11

Open House December 6

The Polk County Osteopathic

Society is sponsoring a new pro-

gram in conjunction with the

Des Moines Still College that

aims to create a renewed interestin Osteopathy. Plans are under

way by the committee that will

establish this as an annual af-fair. The building will be openfrom seven until nine o'clock,with the faculty and the physi-cians of the city available tothose who desire to see the col-lege, or to answer any questionsthat might be asked during theevening.

Invitations will be mailed toevery graduate of the city highschools to attend with their pa-rents that they may enjoy theentire evening. Many will beinterested especially in the mainprogram of the evening, whichwill start at eight o'clock in theassembly room. Talks by mem-bers of the faculty will make itan evening of value to all inattendance. Dr. Becker will tellabout the History and Principlesof Osteopathy; Dr. Facto willdiscuss the treatment of Pneu-monia by Osteopathic methods,and Dr. Golden will present Os-teopathy as a Career. Music willbe furnished by the college band.

The evening promises to bean outstanding event in this newera of the college. It is hopedthat members of the professionin the nearby towns will plan toattend and bring prospective stu-dents or any interested in thewelfare of their college and pro-fession. Remember the date--December 6th.

Freshman Reception

The reception held early inthe fall school semester occurredthis year on the 25th of October.Hoyt Sherman Place is admir-ably adapted for such affairs, andproved so again on this occa-sion. The reception line, head-ed by Dr. and Mrs. Arthur D.Becker and Dr. and Mrs. J. P.Schwartz, welcomed the studentsand their friends. The majorityof the members of the facultywith their wives were present,and added their greeting to boththe new and old students pres-ent. Cards and dancing fur-nished entertainment for theevening.

A perfect night, excellent mu-sic and a happy crowd makea perfect blend foran eveningto be remembered.

Slankb tutntgAgain we come to the closing weeks of the year's activ-

ities. The logical individual takes stock of the year's plans

and results. There is much for which we should be thankful

and it is well to lift up one's heart and soul in grateful appre-

ciation of the bounties which we have shared. The economic

world is decidedly more favorable in its outlook. Osteopathy

moves forward in steady progress. To have health, to have

the demands of responsibility, to have the ambition to suc-

ceed, to have a sincere desire to help the other fellow, to have

the love and kindly wishes of friends, to feel the warm hand-

clasp of your fellow worker-these and many more, are price-

less gifts. For many tangible and numerous intangible bless-

ings we are sincerely grateful and give thanks.-(A. D. B.)

Des Moines Still College of OsteopathyDes IMoines, Iowa

Where the Teaching of Osteopathy and the Application of

Osteopathic Principles are Given FIRST Consideration.

Mid-Year Class Begins January 27, 1936

REGISTRATION Now OPEN

Entrance Requirements: Course:

Full Four-Year High School Standard; Four Years of

Course from an Accredited Nine Months Each

High School. in Residence.

Large and comprehensive Clinic available as a teaching unit.

Arthur D. Becker, D. O., President

John P. Schwartz, D. O., Dean K. M. Robinson, Sec'y.

Faculty Meetings

The October meeting of thefaculty was held the evening ofthe fourth of the month. Asidefrom routine business, thesemeetings are marked by a talkgiven by some member of thefaculty. At this meeting Dr. C.I. Gordon discussed the relationof Pathology to the science ofOsteopathy. Dr. Gordon's out-line, which he offered as a bt-sis for his remarks, was indeedenlightening and fully appreciat-ed by those present. He showedplainly the need for organizedpathological data fitted into thescheme of therapy. This not onlyis of importance to the teacherbut also to the practitioner, ascould easily be seen. Dr. Gor-don is to be congratulated forthe clear way in which he pre-sented his theme.

The November meeting washeld on the evening of the 4th,also. Reports relative to theconduct and standing of certainof the students were taken un-der consideration. The semesterbeing nearly half over, this


About EntranceRequirements

Recently many inquiries havecome to us similar to the follow-ing: "Does the new Iowa Osteo-pathic Law increase the require-ments for entrance to the DesMoines Still College of Osteo-pathy?"

The answer is, "No".It is interesting to note that

the pre-Osteopathic requirementin thirty-eight states is identicalwith the entrance requirementof this College - a four-yearhigh school course in an accred-ited high school.

It is the proper function ofeach state to define the profes-sional requirements of physi-cians and surgeons who plan topractice in that state. Five statesrequire one year of college workand five states require two yearsof college work as pre-Osteo-pathic preparation. It is neces-sary for the student planning tolocate in any of these ten statesto meet the requirements as setup in that particular state. Thisobligation is properly placedupon the individual and not up-on the various colleges.

If we can help you in in-teresting prospective students,please let us know and we willbe glad to assist in any waywithin our capacity.


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ATLAS CLUB(Jack Eddy)

Our annual pledge party washeld October 18. The house wasdecorated in fine style with cornstalks, pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns. There was a fine turn-out ;of pledges, actives andguests.

Following an interesting hellweek, formal initiation was heldSunday, October 26, for HarveyBridenstine, Neal Johnson, andTommy Griffith. After the initi-ation, a dinner was held atDoty's Tea Room.

A hard times party held Fri-day, November 1, was a greatsuccess. The boys really got intothe spirit of things and it look-ed like a coal miners' reunion.The basement was fixed up asthe chamber of horrors andeveryone had an excellent time.Hensel claims that he was therein his Sunday clothes but no oneknew the difference.

We are really well suppliedwith cars this year. There aretwelve car owners in the houseand for some reason or otherthey are all Fords. One of theoldest is the "Model T" of Bro.Beamer's. It originally belongedto Dr. Roy Mount, who broughtit here some seven years ago. Itrecently spread all of its gearsover the highway, but Beamerput them together again and itis running in fine shape.

Rumors are hearu that Bros.Haight, Schiffer, and Dawe arestudying jiu jutsu at nightschool. This is something theOsteopaths have everlooked upto this time.

Finding Bro. Goode aroundthe house on a week-end is likefinding a rose in a desert. Not'that Goode is a rose, by anymeans, but that his good-look-ing girl friend lives in bloom-field, Iowa.

The Atlas Club is nappy toannounce the pledging of Clif-ford, Berry, Wahoo, Nebraska.

We wonder why: Iverson likesto be called a "Swede"; Hagyhas a tendency to rise with thechickens; Sporck studies allnignt and sleeps all day; Porterwon't ' answer the telephone;Jones gets up during the night;Evans' conscience doesn't botherhim.

IOTA TAU SIGMATuesday, Oct. 29, the mem-

bers of Iota Tau Sigma, withDr. Cash, met at 1805 Grandavenue, where a very appetizingmeal was served. After the feastwe heard from Dr. Cash on theinterest of Osteopathy. We willsurely look forward to more ofthese meetings.

Police are hunting the person

or persons stealing jro. Begh-tol's auto. It was last seen trav-eling at a high rate of speed upWoodland avenue.

Things are going along prettysmoothly at present "Swampy"has his shotgun back, so he andJerenson can play ''Cowboy andIndian." Bro. Pohl can still takea bath, and Bros. Dresser andBeghtol can enjoy sweet musicfrom their new radio.

PSI SIGMA ALPHAOn Tuesday evening, Oct. 8,

Psi Sigma Alpha began theyear's activities with the usualmonthly banquet at I,,rs. u Mval-ley's Tea Room. Dr. Arthur D.Becker made the occasion amemorable one with a talk onthe "Personality of tne Old Doc-tor." He presented us with aword picture that succeeded inmaking the "Old Doctor" a liv-ing personality and gave us asincere appreciation of the pro-found genius and ability of thefounder of our profession.

Joe Peterson, Bob Campbell,Myron Bos, and Jack Wilkeswere: inducted into active mem-bership at the regular meetingon October 22nd.

Mlr. J. J. Newlin, manager ofthe Hybrid Farms near DesMoines, and associate of HenryA. Wallace, Secretary of Agri-culture, was the guest speakerat the monthly banquet on Nov.8th. His talk on Dairy Sanita-tion included the followingpoints of interest: Tuberculintests and Bacillus Abortus testson cattle, the Typnoid testingof those who handle milk, andthe production of certified andvitaminized milk.

We take pleasure in welcom-ing Dr. Arthur D. Becker andson, Allen Becker, as transfersfrom Alpha Chapter. Kirks-ville's loss has been our gain.

Our congratulations to O. E.Owen, a member of GammaChapter, on his recent electionas National Vice President ofPsi Sigma Alpha.

We are pleased to announcethe pledging of Robert Fagan ofDes Moines, and Edwin Zyzelew-ski of Detroit.

SIGMA SIGMA PHI(Fred Green)

Announcement: Plans for theannual Sigma Sigma Phi fall,all-school dance have been com-pleted. Thanksgiving decora-tions, good music, excellentfloor. Get out your date books,save your dollar and watch forour posters. Transportation willbe furnished for all who do nothave a way to go.

Our pledges were entertainedvery thoroughly and completelyat the Hermit Club recently.With Dr. Cash and Dr. Parks,any stag can be a success.

One of the most importantmeetings of the year was heldOct. 21, at which time the fresh-men were introduced to SigmaSigma Phi. The purpose of themeeting was to acquaint themwith the three-fold purpose ofthe organization, namely: to in-still character, to render ser-vice, and to further scholarship

among Osteopathic students. Dr.Paul Parks, one of the oldermembers of Sigma Sigma Phi,brought these points out veryclearly before the group, to-gether with a brief history ofhow the organization came to befounded, explaining that it wasthe first of its kind founded inthe Osteopathic colleges. Heelaborated on the wideningsphere of Osteopathy and spokeof the need in the field of phy-sicians who possessed the char-acteristics for which this fra-ternity stands.

Leroy Buchaker was recentlyvoted into our group of pledges.

AssembliesOctober 11

Due to the absence of thespeaker for this occasion, theassembly was conducted on lessformal lines. The first appear-ance of the reconstructed or-chestra was fully appreciated bythe student body. Graduationalways leaves some places tobe filled, and this year the groupseems to be composed of aboutthe same number of musicians,with the anticipated addition ofa concertina artist in the newclass. Announcements and afinal number by the orchestraconcluded the weekly meeting.

October 18Under the leadership of Dr.

Halladay, the orchestra openedwith a number repeated aboutthis time of year, namely, "Shineon, Harvest Moon." As usual,the student body came in strongon the chorus, with a few tenorsrampant.

Dr. H. J. Marshall, who recentlyreturned from one of his hunt-ing trips, illustrated his accountof the trip with kodak picturestaken along the route and at thefield of action. It is quite evi-dent tnat tne uouDIe i -arRanch is held in high esteem byboth Dr. and Mrs. Marshall, andthat there is no guide but GlenBillings. The frequent refer-ences to the above left thosewho heard Dr. Marshall with nouncertain ideas about Wyominghospitality and efficiency.

Dr. Marshall's account of histrip proved extremenly interest-ing from beginning to end, andhas furnished the inspiration tonearly every student to grow upand do things in a big way, also.It seems, from Dr. Marshall'stalk, that fishing and otherforms of sport are decidedly in-ferior and far beneath him bothin interest and altitude. To huntgame such as he seeks ten thou-sand feet above sea level is thefirst step.

Dr and Mrs. Marshall are tobe congratulated for their prow-ess as big game hunters, andeven if we can't make a similartrip, we can benefit from theefforts of the Marshall family.We had a taste of the game,thanks to them.

October 25thStill College was honored,

early Friday morning, the 25th.Drs. H. I. Magoun of ScottsBluff, Nebr., and F. A. Gordon

of Marshalltown, Iowa, were theguest speakers. Dr. Magounstopped en route to Murry, fin-ishing a whirlwind week ofmeetings with the various dis-trict divisions of the .state. Bothmen impressed the student bodydeeply, and gave us that some-thing in the way of inspirationthat always comes from thosewho are successful and occupyhigh places in the profession.We hope to have others of ourprofession visit us.

Dr. Arthur D. Becker intro-duced the speakers, following anumber by the orchestra.

November 1Dr. Arthur D. Becker ably

stepped into the role of masterof ceremonies, with Mark Ger-lach in charge of the orchestra.This assignment was due to theabsence of Dr. Halladay, whowas returning from a speakingdate in Grand Rapids, Mich. Dr.Becker took advantage of thetime to speak to us about thegrowth and development of thecollege, especially the relation-ship that must exist between allconcerned. In order to increasethe usefulness of the institutionwe must all work in perfect ac-cord and really do things.

It is gratifying to note thehigh morale of the student bodyand their appreciation of theefforts being made this year byall of the officials and faculty.It is unfortunate that the pro-fession cannot sit in on one ofthese "family gatherings".

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check-up comes at an importanttime. Following the regularbusiness of the faculty, Dr.Halladay spoke on the rela-tion of Anatomy to Osteopathy.Dr. Halladay went back as faras 400 B. C. into the history ofthe science of Anatomy in orderto prove that any therapy musthave as its background a knowl-edge of the body itself and thatthe more intimate this knowledge the better the physician willbe prepared in diagnosis, prog-nosis and treatment. He broughtout many of the Old Doctor'sreferences to the application ofAnatomical knowledge to Os-teoipathy.

Dr. Halladay stressed the needfor research work from an ana-tomical standpoint in connectionwith Osteopathy, and demon-strated some of his findings withspecimens from his private col-lection.

The talk was greatly appre-ciated by the entire group.

The best a knocker can expectfrom the door of opportunity isskinned knuckles.

Sunday is like a stile betweenthe fields of toil, where we cankneel and pray, or sit and med-itate.- (Longfellow.)

Crossing bridges before wecome to them, and worrying lestthey may collapse, is the quickway to death.- (Bruce Barton.)

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Do You Shop?

I often wonder as I look overa crowd in one of our stores, justwhat their attitude is towardsthe market they are supporting.From the frenzy shown by thehurry and grabbing of some,they seem to be satisfying theage-old desire for a bargainwhich they hope will prove sat-isfying when they get home andhave the time to inspect it attheir leisure. Others avoidingthe crowds take more time tolook over the stock offered andseem to have some judgementin the selection of goods fortheir needs.

How do people shop for Os-teopathy and how do you shopwhen you have a prospectivestudent to send to one of ourcolleges?

Not long ago I talked to oneof the patients in the clinic hereat the college. "Why are youhere?" I asked him. I haven'ttime nor space to go into the de-tail of his story. It extendedover several years of going fromone doctor to another with nodefinite diagnosis, nothing saidabout recovery one way or theother and almost as many differ-ent remedies tried as doctorsvisited. I asked him why he hadnot tried Osteopathy before. Hisanswer plainly showed that hewas not a shopper. He was satis-fied for years to patronize thesame method that had servedhis family for years. It was hardto break away from old ideasand even in the face of failureon their part, he still nad faithuntil it faded under the bom-bardment of the years. He isbetter. Better than he has beenfor many months and now hespends considerable time doingmissionary work among hisOsteopathy.

This man needed Osteopathy.Here at Still College he is get-ting the therapy that he shouldhave had years ago and this isonly one of the many cases atpresent being treated in the col-lege clinic The waiting room isfilled to more than capacity onthe regular clinic days and pa-tients who have learned theirway around are on hand at allhours. If these patients were be-ing given a service that theycould get from the non-Osteo-pathic doctors they would not behere in greater numbers thancan be easily handled in theclinic.

You in the field should be in-terested in sending your studentsto a college that offers such anabundance of clinical material.

Keception For Beckers

Dr. and Mrs. Arthur D. Beck-er and son Alan were honoredwith a reception at the home ofDr. and Mrs. J. P. Schwartz in acity-wide Osteopathic welcomethat climaxed a program plannedby the Auxiliary officers. Thefine turn-out truly demonstratedthe fellowship and esteem tothese newcomers, who have al-ready won a place in the com-munity and the college. Thiswas ably expressed by Dr. IraGordon, who had charge of theprogram, in the following ipara-graph.

"It has been my privilege ina number of years' experience inschool workto see leaders comeand go. I have seen much furorover changes in leadership andmuch opposition when the newleader found himself at thehelm; the ship rocked from sideto side, then plunged forwardand backward; the waves of crit-icism lashed upon him. This isnot true with Dr. and Mrs. Beck-er. They have slipped into ourmidst so quietly, so. unpreten-tiously, that it seems to us, hisco-workers, that they have al-ways been our leaders; that thechanges asked for and sugges-tions made are just the ordinary,logical ones that naturally comein the regular growth and prog-ress of an institution. When achange can be made in this man-ner, it is a mark of superiorleadership."

Dr. J. P. Schwartz told of hisexperiences in obtaining Dr.Becker as the new president ofDes Moines Still, and his finalacceptance, at which time Dr.Schwartz telegraphed: "Life Be-gins at Fifty-two."

Dr. and Mrs. Becker respond-ed, telling us of their delight inbeing with the school and oftheir one desire to build for agreater Osteopathy. Co-opera-tion was urged both for theschool and in the profession.

The program was featuredwith Dr. H. V. Halladay and hisguitar, Donald Leigh, a studentat the school with tricks of mys-tery, and Miss Enid Bachman,who delighted all with her gold-en harp.

A spirit of friendliness per-vaded the entire evening with in-formal singing and music, andafter unusually attractive andwell planned refreshments, eve-ryone lingered to express theirappreciation of such an outstand-ing event. -R. B. K.

A student of Osteopathy needsto see and hear and feel acutelyand this can only be accomplish-ed by actual contact with manycases. The quantity and the var-iety are both necessary in theproper training of our youngphysicians.

Give your prospective studentsthe privilege of shopping andlet them select the college oftheir choice. You actually see,hear and feel Osteopathy at StillCollege.

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Polk County Usteopathic burgeons At WichitaSociety The annual meeting of the

American College of OsteopathicThe Polk County Osteopathic Surgeons was held at Wichita,

Society met at the Chamberlain Kans., October 7, 8, and 9.Hotel Friday evening, Nov. 8th, Thirty-six of the approximatelyfor their regular monthly meet- fifty members were in attend-ing. Dr. D. E. Hannan of Perry ance. Clinics were conductedgave a splendid talk regarding each morning at the Southwest-the osteopathic situation in Iowa, ern Osteopathic Hospital, andrelating to both state and na- lectures were given in the after-tional legislative efforts. Dr. noon.Hannan has made a thorough The 19'36 convention wasstudy of the situation as chair- awarded to Denver, Colo., withman of the Legislative Commit- Dr. Howard Lamb as the resi-tee. Following the program the dent host. Dr. H. C. Wallace of'meeting was opened to the ask- Wichita was elected President,ing of important questions, Dr. J. P. Schwartz of Des Moines,which were graciously and well vice-president, and Dr. Albertanswered by the speaker. Johnson of Detroit, secretary.

Following this, Dr. R. B. Kale,program chairman, reviewednew facts from science that are To Mich-againproving the Osteopathic conceptand treatment of disease. A Grand Rapids, noted in thequotation, recognized as truly past for furniture, but at pres-expressive of Osteopathy, was ent for street repair, was thefrom Dr. Boris Sokoloff, "Every object of our drive northeast.great principle and every great Thirteen hours from Des Moines,idea is simple, yet it may per- including stops for food, etc.,vade a phase of existence which for both man and beast, a totalis extremely complex. Its very of 531 miles. Beautiful drivesimplicity and pervasive charac- along the lake shore with na-ter may cause it to remain long ture strutting all her fall col-unnoticed in the complexity and oring, some few trees stubbornbe unrecognized for what it is, in their greenness. Warm re-until a time when there comes ception on arrival, the assem-a man who devotes himself sole- blage having just finished aly to this one idea." meeting with Joe Mitchell Chap-

Dr. Q. W. Wilsbn will not apple of Boston. Soon to bed, forpear on the program until Feb. work was to be done on the14th, and the profession at large morrow.is urged to attend -and bring theendocrine problem cases to this Met the convention early, talk-meeting. Notice will appear in ing till ten-thirty. Piloted bya later issue of the Log Book. Dr. Bethune to his favorite Hi

__and met about 300 fine boys andgirls interested in athletics. Back

Osteopaths Convene At to the hotel for photos. Attwelve-fifteen met 40 coaches

Deadwood S. Dak. and about 60 Osteopaths at aluncheon. Talked following the

The Black Hills Osteopathic luncheon until two. (BelieveAssociation meeting was held at me, these Grand Rapids OsteosDeadwood in the office of Dr. P. know how to drag in the coach-W. Wasner, president of the es.) It was a high light on mystate osteopathic organizations, part, for I do like to meetwith several clinics held in foot- coaches.work and tonsilectomies. Back to the hotel and met the

Those present were: Dr. E. W. convention, talking until five.Hewlitt, Belle Fourche; Dr. L. J. Up to the room and looked atBartels, Faith; Dr. M. D. Furst, some injured boys from one ofSturgis; Dr. D. D. Olson, Hot the high schools. Dressed forSprings; Dr. J. G. Betts, Spear- the banquet at seven, and itfish; Dr. H. B. Frock, Bison; Dr. looked and acted like a na-H. H. Cook and Dr. D. M. Mills, tional meeting. Over five hun-Rapid City, and Dr. M. A. Amick, dred there. Good food and ex-Brodus, Wyoming. cellent speakers, including the

one and only Joe Mitchell Chap-DR. OLGA GROSS pie. Delightful dance music un-

of Pittsfield, Ms., recently broke til too late (Or was it early?)into print on the much coveted Up early the next morn tosports page of the Maine papers. meet about 125 girls at the HiHer work for the past ten years school, and talked to them anwith a boys' football team and hour. Perfect attention, and wewith other forms of sport has hope enjoyed as much by themcertainly entitled her to this as by the speaker. Called it amention. She recently was hon- finished job, and ran away toored by being asked to appear start home.before the Physical Education Certainly one of the finestgroup of the State Teachers Con- conventions it has ever been myvention in that state, and made pleasure to attend. Remarkablea great hit, according to press crowd, with plenty of pep andreports. good humor, and evidence that

Do you know of any other they are doing things in Michi-woman physician in charge of gan. Wish I could have stayeda boys' football team? Seems to longer and had time to gossipus that this is another Ripley with many old friends.item. -Virg.

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41.f (b. A~. iallll~ttln ^pens to be! the closer. Drs. Thor-*I W. ' 'burn and McCauguan will attend

v all of them we believe, but the- A.O.A. Grolup Conferences other program will vary in the

Tme Membership Committee different localities.of the A.O.A. is providing thefirst circuit of "A.O.A. Group The October Iowa Circuit wasConferences" the last week in well attended, altho we are sor-November. The object of these ry to say we have as yet failedmeetings is to develop a larger to hear from one of the districtsand better informed membersrip regarding membership.in both State and National So- Dr. Harold I. Magoun ofcieties. Patterned after the Iowa Scottsbluff, Nebr., made the cir-Circuit plan, which requires cult with President Gordon. Dr.state membership for aumit- Magoun had a real Osteopathictance to the meetings, these message and Osteopathic tech-A.O.A. Group Conferences will nique that held the crowd inrequire A.O.A. membersi-p for many instances after ten o'clockadmittance. Dues may be paid in the evening.at the meeting. Dr. R. C. McCaugnan had

The state officials hope to re- been invited to make the circuitceive memberships as well, but but had stated his time wasif you are not a state member, otherwise taken, but at the last

minute he was able to make-come to the meeting anyway, u t e h e w a s a b l e t o m a k e

pay your national dues and we half the state, or three of thehope, your state dues. districts.

The Iowa meeting will be held Memberships in both stateat the Savery Hotel, Des Moines, and national organizations wereNovember 27th. The day before gratifying.Tnanksgiving, and what a lot Paul 0. French D. 0.,we nave for which we should be Secretary-Treas.thankful. These meetings willstart at ten a. m. and run thru .O pwith an evening meeting. Dr. T. DSteOpathic DiagnosisR. Thorburn of New York City, and TechniquePresident of the A.O.A., will ap-pear at least twice on the pro-gram gram with the subjects, en by Dr. Arthur E. Allen of Min-"Fatigue and the Physician," neapolis, the evening of Augustand "Le t's Tell the Publipc." * 24th, following his work with the

group at the Iowa State Fair Os-Dr. R. C. McCaughan, A.O.A. teopathic Clinic. Dr. Allen's ideas

Secretary, also will appear at are identical with the teaching ofleast twice, with "The Osteo- the subjects of Principles andTechnic at Still College. Severalpathic Program," and "Talking nembers of the faculty mentionedto Ourselves." Those of you who his talk so favorably that we ask-heard Dr. McCaugaan on the ed for a copy of it for the Log

Octobr Crct-dn fail to Book. We are sure the professionOctober Circuit don't fail to will enjoy reading it.-Editor.)hear him again. We don't know * * *what he will say, but will war- I approach the subject of os-rant he won't touch on a sub- teopathic diagnosis and tech-ject he talked on at the Circuit nique in a very humble frame ofMeetings. There are so many mind, realizing all too well myangles to the central office work limited knowledge and skill. Ithat Dr. McCauglan will keep realize that the progress of ouryou interested every minute of profession must be based on thethe time and without saying so, mistakes of those who go beforemakes one wonder how in the us, and so, well realizing thatworld they can give so much much of what I have to offer to-service for ten dollars national night will be proven wrongdues. within the next twenty-five to

Dr. Arthur D. Becker, Pres- fifty years, I nevertheless pro-ident of Des Moines Still Col- ceed to offer you my ideas, hop-lege, will discuss, "The Specific- ing that they will stimulate youity of the Osteopathic Lesion." to disapproval and friendly ar-Dr. J. P. Schwartz, Dean of the gument, in order that we mayCollege, will also speak, the sub- all advance scientifically thatject unannounced at this time. much faster. Of one thing onlyHe will give a practical message, am I certain. Fifty, a hundred,we can all be assured of that. yes, a thousand years from now,Dr. F. A. Gordon, Chairman of the osteopathic principle ofthe A.O.A. Membership Commit- structural integrity will remaintee and President of the Iowa the same. It will be better un-Society, will talk on "Hazards derstood, more clearly interpret-of Progress." ed and more scientifically ap-

Truly a great meeting and it plied, but it will still be operat-should bring a fine attendance, ing even as it is today, to main-even if it does fall just prior to tain health for the human race.a holiday, don't let a Thanks- The thoughts and suggestionsgiving trip keep you from that I have to give are based entirelymeeting. Bring a non-member on my own observation in pri-to the meeting and have him vate practice, influenced, ofjoin his own professional organ- course, by the ideas and instruc-ization. tions of others. They will not': Similar meetings will be held be couched in highly scientific'at Milwaukee, Oct. 25th, Minne- language nor backed by scien-apolis the 26th, Omaha the 28th, tific laboratory proof on my part.Kansas. Cit the 29th, and Ut. - owever. whatever csupess I mav

have attained has come as a re-sult of daily applicatilon of theseideas. There will be nothingstartling in diagnosis or tech-nique, but we will talk aboutsome of the details that havebeen helpful to me, trusting thatby restating them you will be re-minded of something that willprove worth while to you.

My subject is "Osteopathic Di-agnosis and Technique." Pleaseremember, then, when I do notmention other methods of diag-nosis and treatment, that I omitthem because of the limits ofmy subject, not because I donot recognize their worth. It isrepetition to say that a completeexamination is desirable when-ever possible, but it is a repeti-tion worth while. And so let usconsider now not egotistically ordogmatically what I have foundhelps me and what I hope youwill find will help you.

In discussing a case with a pa-tient I find myself making men-tal notes of specific spinal re-gions as the patient outlinesthe symptoms and supposedcauses. I keep uppermost inmind the possibility of spinalpathology which should not betreated. Sometimes it seems asthough it requires more intelli-gence to do nothing than to dosomething. If I a mthe least bitsuspicious of fracture, tubercu-losis, or malignancy, an X-rayis required. I will not treat firstand then see what happens aft-erwards. While that inflexiblerule has lost me some patients,I know definitely it has saved mesame real trouble. Tuberculosisand malignancy of the spine arenot met with very frequently. Ahistory of either condition insome other part of the body issufficient warning to be careful.Compression fractures of verte-bral bodies and cracks or sepa-ration fractures of transverseprocesses are more frequent thanwe realize. Loss of ability tomove or walk does not necessar-ily occur with spinal fracture.However, a history of rather se-vere strain or trauma followedby severe pain directly in thevertebral column indicates theneed for careful investigation.

The first time a spine is exam-ined, it is best to expose theback. Have the patient sit in anormally erect position and notethe extent of the normal and ab-normal curves, anterior, poste-rior and lateral. Also note theshape of the thoracic cage andposition of the shoulders. Re-peat the process with the spineflexed. This position will oftenbring out individual or groupvertebral abnormalities. Thenwith the patient standing repeatthe process once more. This po-sition often demonstrates thetilting of the pelvis, with result-ing scoliosis. A skin pencil isuseful to indicate regions forspecial investigation.

Next have the patient lie facedown on the table and palpatefor spinal, rib, and pelvic irregu-larities. This palpation shouldbe gentle but firm enough to de-terminp Env m l] e*l qn n .m 1 cnl

tenderness. By this time a fairlydefinite idea should be estab-lished as to abnormal parts ofthe thoracio lumbar, and sacralspine. Next proceed to producemotion, first in what seems tobe a normal spine section forpurposes of comparison, and thenin the abnormal section. Thismay be accomplished with thepatient either in a stitting orprone position. Given loss orreduction of normal motion, plustenderness to gentle pressure,plus muscle spasm and some-times plus a definite feeling ofmalposition, and it is fairly safeto decide that you have discov-ered a spinal lesion. After check-ing the thoracic, lumbar, andsacral spine, have the patient lieon the back and examine the cer-vical spine. The longer I prac-tice, the more I am beginning tobelieve in the multiple lesiontheory that a lesion in one partof the spine will produce one ormore lesions in other parts ofthe spine. And inversely, one ofthese secondary lesions, once itis thoroughly established, will, ifit is not corrected, reproduce theprimary lesion.

Next the knees and archesshould be examined, as abnor-malities here also have spinal ef-fect. Just as we "scooped" themedical profession in making anintensive study of arches andtheir abnormalities, so Dr. Lockeof Canada has "scooped" us inconstant consideration of the ef-fects of arch disturbances, and itbehooves us to again becomearch conscious.

I have purposely placed diag-nosis of sacro-iliac lesions last,because of the differences ofopinion existing as to the lesion.History, location of pain, musclespasm and loss of motion willdetermine a sacro-iliac lesion.However, and here I lay myselfwide open to any and all kindsof abuse and criticism, as wellas possible physical violence, Ibelieve that by far the greaternumber of so-called sacro-iliacsubluxations are in reality lum-bo-sacral lesions with referredpain and muscle ligament ten-sion affecting the sacro-iliacjoint I know that a primarysacro-iliac lesion can and doesoccur, but I do not feel that itis frequent. Those that I havedemonstrated with the X-rayhave all had histories of beingproduced by more than ordinarytrauma.

To summarize diagnosis ofspinal lesions, I consider a spi-nal lesion to be a fixation or lossof motion in one or more verte-bral articulations. This fixationis suggested by the history andthe localized symptoms of pain,muscle spasm, and possible mis-placement of bony structure.

In discussing osteopathic treat-ment I shall not go into detailsof actual manipulations, as it isnext to impossible to successful-ly pass on to another person anexact series of motions. We willhowever, talk about the ideaback of the motions, possibly afew specific steps, and also afew refinements of manipulation.

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Open House

As already announced in ourlast issue, the college was openedto the high school seniors on theevening of December 6th. Thiswas sponsored by the Polk Coun-ty Osteopathic Association, andwas carried out as originallyplanned.

Invitations had been sent toover 500 high school seniors,and announcements made to thelocal osteopathic group so thecrowd that attended was all thatcould be handled without greatinconvenience. Each floor of thecollege building was flooded withlight and politely attended byushers from the student body.As the visitors came in, theywere directed to the special fea-tures of the several floors, andfor their benefit several of thelaboratories were dressed upwith special displays of the workof each. The display of patho-logical specimens perhaps at-tracted the most attention.

At eight o'clock the visitorsT QrkIll tnr mpt m in fhp. qqPnm- IWtlt; UCbil s LV ilI iLU ML/.L 11 d o E

bly room and hear about Oste-opathy. The program, under theguidance of Dr. C. I. Gordon,opened with two numbers by thegirls' sextette from RooseveltHigh. Dr. Gordon then intro-duced Dr. Arthur D. Becker,who spoke on the "History andPrinciples of Osteopathy." Dr.


Composite and NewMovie of the College

For the past several weeksDr. Halladay has been workingon a series of new movie shotsfor the Visual Education Com-mittee of the A.O.A, and hasfinished a most interesting foot-age amounting to about 200 feet.The old film showing the col-lege and many of its activitiesis in the process of being re-edited, and will soon be readyfor approval by the usual meth-od of showing it before the stu-dent body.

A new composite showing sev-eral views around the collegeand hospital will also be readyat an early date. This is beingreduced from two by four feetto ten by twenty inches, and willbe suitable for framing, makinga fine addition to your collectionof college pictures. If you areinterested, write us about it.

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The Des Moines Still College Family extends the

Season's Greetings and wishes for you and those whose

happiness is yours, a full measure of Christmas Joy and

Success for the New Year.

y Arthur D. Becker

Robert B. Bachman

g ^Clarence P. Callison

Byron L. Cash

Lonnie L. Facto

Y Lester P. Fagen

Glen E. Fisher

l Mary E. Golden

Virg Halladay C. Ira Gordon

Walter S. Irvin

!P ^Harry J. Marshall

0. Edwin Owens

Katherine M. Robinson

Joseph L. Schwartz

John P. Schwartz

James R. Shaffer

John M. Woods

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Christmas VacationGraduation -----Registration -...------Roll Call -----------Eastern Recess -------Graduation ------------

December 20 to January 6....------------------ January 24.------------------------ January 25------------------------- January 27.............------------- April 10..............------------ May 29

Memorial Assembly

December 6th was set asideby the trustees this year as theday to honor three members ofthe Still family who have died.

The program prepared by Dr.Halladay opened with a numberby the orchestra in honor of Dr.James Beveridge, a former mem-ber of the faculty of the college.Dr. Arthur D. Becker then intro-duced Dr. M. E. Bachman ofDes Moines, who delivered thememorial address.

In his talk Dr. Bachmann firstpaid a tribute to the Old Doctor,bringing out the many hardshipssuffered by him in hewing to theline and keeping foremost hisideas of the basic principles ofour science. Dr. Bachman right-fully placed Dr. A. T. Still withmany other great scientists andhonored him for his integrityand foresight.

He also paid a high tribute tothe founder of our college, Dr.S. S. Still, and to his son, Dr.George A. Still, bringing out ineach case the contributions thesefamous men have also made tothe cause of Osteopathy.

Dr. Bachman's talk was im-pressive in that he asked us torejoice that these men had livedand given of their talents to


Expansion

For some time the office ofthe secretary, Mrs. Robinson, hasbeen entirely too crowded. Toremedy this fault, the east halfof the former faculty room wasadded, enlarging the office toabout twice its original size.New paint and curtains thruout,and a rearrangement of thedesks and other furnishingsmakes this office light, roomy,and much more convenient inevery way.

The remaining half of theformer faculty room is fitted forthe taking and counting of bloodspecimens, the faculty room be-ing moved to the third floor.

Starting early in the schoolyear, the painters began to cov-er the dark wall stripe with gray,and this has improved the ap-pearance of the halls greatly.

As time and funds permit, im-provements will be made thatwill facilitate the work of thecollege and add to the conven-ience of all concerned.

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ently wer, Mr. Alan Becker, and Assemblies The Student Loan FundDr. and Mrs. ToeDfer. Dr' Toen-fer stayed at the house while November 8visiting the college. It is customary to break the

We were glad to have as our solemnity of college work withguests for the dance in Novem- something along extremely lightber Brothers McFarland, Hicks,lines, and so, following an in-

r,- I r -;) .,i.- i f~..y A,.,. troduiction number bv the or-abik .ulmau.s1 , irom Ulpa tUc1 , nb by the or-Chapter, Kirksville. Brothers chestra, Micky Mouse appearedDillabough and Byers also spent on the screen Any movie of This year we are again giventhe past weekend with us. this famous character is appre- the privilege of contributing to

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DELTBA Oy[rA ~ Novemberl at the fraternity al la his popuiarity proveq Itself .-. lUllal ~au8uaLtoll. luere isDELTA OMEGAhouse approximately 50 coupl by the continuous round of no better cause, for the few pen-The benefit bridge party spon-house, approximately 50 couplesThsored by Delta Omega proved spo enjoying the music of Orville laughter. Announcements and a nies we add to this fund will en-

sored by Delta Omega plan s are being o orchestra. A ood time closing number by the orchestra able some deserving osteopathicsuccessful that plans are being was had by all dismissed the student body for student to complete his work inmade for another party next e tthe hour.one of our six colleges.Very few of the boys left the hour. one of our six colleges.year. t hank all town 'during the recent vacation, November 15 We are pleased to report thatthos e who h elpedtomakecitlaimost of us enjoying the break The college was honored this at the time of going to press thesuccess, and we wish especiallyege s tu- hedule by sleeping, attend- morningby the presence of Judge sudents of the college have con-

to thank the Still Collegeo kind as to in a few shows, and enjoying Ralph Powers of the Municipal tributed generously to this fund,lifuted eneoyingdents who were so kind e as to life generally. The snowstorm Court. During his excellent dis- feeling that some one may bepatronize our effort at entertain- kept nearly everyone indoors course, he stressed preparationable to continue their work due

Since the last report in Thanksgiving day, but fortu- for the future, and gave the stu- to the combined effort of theSince the last report in the did n ot last long dent body many valuable words group.

Log Book, Delta Omega has beeni With the Christmas vacation of encouragement. Secure these stamps from the

of the year was held at the home only a week away, the semester Judge Powers' gratitude for president of your class.of Ruth Paul, the president of is narrowed down to only a few his own recovery from a seriousthe sororit with Dr. Mary Gol- weeks of actual school time, and illness was reflected in his high

den discussing "What Price Os- a break in the routine will give tribute to Dr. R. B. Bachman. N e w Osteopathicteopathy". ndcadded zest to the strenuous The personal touch given this HoE tal

A chicken dinner and a busi- grind of final exams. So, until incident was an inspiration to allness meeting combined formed next year, Phi Sigma Gamma present. We were delighted tothe background for the formal wishes you all a very Merry have him with us, and hope he On Sunday, December first, at* initiation of Muriel Wilsonand Christmas and Happy New Year. will be able to speak to the stu- Lexington, Nebr., the new Wid-iVelma Gehman, and the pledg- |d-dent body again this year. ney hospital was opened to the

ing of Eva Petri and Beryl Free- ATLAS CLUB November 22 public for their approval. Aman. Anna Slocum proved a de- As the basketbaill season rolls Unusual talent in a student detailed description of the build-lightful hostess and an excellent around it finds us slightly un- body such as we have at Still is ing, together with a fine picture,cook. prepared. A wild scramble was not a rarity. But to have a was carried by the Lexington

Dr. Virge Halladay entertained made for basketball shoes in the real, honest-to-goodness magi- Clipper, and leaves the readerthe sorority at his home with an closets and 'basement. It lookscian with us is indeed unique. with the impression that we haveinformal dinner. A moving pie- as though some of the fellows Don Leigh, of Maine, entertained have a great deal to be proud ofture was taken, which will be will be playing in Galoshes. the students with numerous with this addition tothe grow-put in the school picture, and the Evans' last year basketball pants tricks, and fooled them all. So ing list of Osteopathic institu-evening was much enjoyed by won't fit him. We wondered pleased were the ones being en- tions. Drs. George and Sam Wid-all in general discussion of sub- where he was putting all that tertained that it was with diffi- ney are certainly to be congratu-jects ranging from school and excess weight. After our first culty that Dr. Halladay got the lated, and merit the support ofosteopathy to hypnotism and practice the squad was so badly crowd settled down to practice the profession. Dr. D. 0. Brownmental disorders. crippled it will take a lot of os- on the college song. Yes, we will is associated with Drs. Widney.

The Women's Osteopathic teopathy to get the players back have more at some convenient The hospital is new thruout,Auxiliary has invited the girls in shape. time in the near future. and completely equipped for sur-of the school and the wives of Many of he fellows took ad- November 27 gical service of evey type.the boys in school to an infor- vantage of the Thanksgiving va- Red letter *days seem to pro-mal 'dinner party at the home of cation to go home for a good dominate with us this year. Due pen-HouseMrs. Robert Bachman at 441.6 turkey dinner. The house was to special meeting planned thru OIngersoll, on Friday the 13th. practically deserted except for a the cooperation of the president (Continued from Page 1)

Monday, December 16th, a few studious individuals. Drs. of the state association and the acto followed with a short dis-Christmas party combined with R. M. Wright, Venzal Mikan, A.O.A., we were privileged to cussion of the treatment of pneu-a work night is scheduled at Bayard Twadell, Harry Taylor, have with us on this date the monia, and Dr. Mary GoldenMarybeth Zeigler's and Evelyn and Robert Forbes were all very President of the American Osteo- closedthe trio of talks with "Os-Ketman's. A discussion of fin- welcome visitors during the va- pathic Association, Dr. Thomas teopathy as a Career." Dr. Gor-gerprinting by a criminological cation. Thorburn of New York City, and don then dismissed the visitorsexpert from the Des Moines Po- A very interesting letter was the secretary of the association, and hoped that they would belice Department, combined with received from Dr. Eldon B. Por- Dr. Russell McCaughan of Chi- able to visit us again at somea taffy pull and pop corn balls ter, a charter member of the cago. Dr. Becker introduced future date.and with entertainment from the Atlas Club. He writes of the first Dr. McCaughan, who ex- consider the affair a suc-Atlas Club, will prove more than days before the World War when plained just what the associa- cess Not all of those inviteddiverting. this chapter was first formed, tion means to the profession. came, as Friday night is not a

and of the hardships encountered We need more talks of this kind. ood one to snare the averaePHI SIGMA GAMMA by the members of the Club at Men of the calibre of Dr. Me- hg school student If this is

J. J. Herrin that time. Dr. Porter's letter is Caughan can get the message of repeated in the future, and itThe blue-jerseyed boys of P. very inspiring to the present the association over, so easily, should be several factors should

S. G. are all set for the coming actives. for he is conversant with the taken into considerationbasketball season, having held Bro. Leslie recently enter- most detailed workings of the feel that many who did not knowseveral practices the past sev- tained his girl friend from De- central office. about Osteopathy and what waseral weeks. Bud Storey, team troit for a few days. Hank is Dr. Thorburn's talk was most offered here in Des Moines weremanager, promises a fighting still going around in a fog. encouraging to students of os- and left with a fine imsquad when they tangle with the Plans are already set for the teopathy. He stressed the need pression of our unit and the peo-Atlas Club in the near future. Christmas vacation. The broth- for strict adherence to our prin- pie back of it.

Congraulations to Jack Wilkes, ers will scatter to their various ciples, and called our attention pa new member of Psi Sigma Al- homes to enjoy the Holidays. to the fact that the people are courage everyone in the fieldpha, Eddie Zyzelewski, who is a Those going to Detroit are plan- asking more and more for oste- to make a special effort to sendpledge, and Jim Dunham, a new ning to attend the Osteopathic opathy. The field is open, and more students into our colleges,member of Sigma Sigma Phi, J. Student Dance December 28th. cannot be filled for twenty-five that we may claim quantity asB. Miller, and Bill Jolley, who The Atlas Club wishes every- years, figuring on the present well as quality.are pledged to that fraternity. one a Merry Christmas and a output of the colleges. State- Thanks, Drs. Thorburn and

Dinner guests at the house re- Happy and Prosperous New Year. ments such as these should en- McCaughan.

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Editor-------- E. Harwood


Seeing OsteopathyI took a stroll thru the build-

ing not long ago to see just howmuch eyesight plays in theteaching of Osteopathy. How arethe students taught to see thisscience and what is to be seenin the way of specific Osteopath-ic teaching.

The projection room on thefifth floor was being used to il-lustrate a lecture on the earlydays of Osteopathy. The slides,I was told, are the original onesused by Dr. William Smith inhis famous lecture on that sub-ject given many years ago.

Students in the laboratoriesat the other end of the floorwere looking thru microscopes.

On the fourth floor where youwill find a number of treatmenttables, several groups were be-ing instructed in the art oftreating. At each table one stu-dent was the doctor and theother the patient. In the biologylab near by students were watch-ing the effects of the electriccurrent on muscles in a frog'sleg.

On the third floor a demon-stration was being given of spin-al movement on one of Dr. Hal-laday's flexible spines. In an-other room a diagram was onthe board outlining the relationof the principles of Osteopathyto other therapies. Osteopathywas pictured as the center withthe adjuncts placed in a positionof minor importance.

The second floor was like athree-ring circus. Patients filledthe waiting room to overflowingand the busy seniors were hurry-ing too much, trying to take careof the many who were there fortreatment. Truly the place to seethe effects of past excellent ser-vice on the part of students nowgraduated. No need to advertisethis clinic in the papers.

The chemistry lab on the firstfloor was busy and the cross-sections recently completed inthe anatomy laboratory were thecause of more than one argu-ment.

Seeing is believeing and itwould do your eyes good to seethe way Osteopathy is beingSEEN in Still College.

-E. Harwood.

Dr. H. V. Halladayrecently treated the entire teamof Lions from Eldorado, Ark.This team was rated second inthe national girls' basketballmeet held last spring in Wichita,Kans., and had stopped in DesMoines to play the A.I.B. whileon a six weeks tour.

Board and FacultyMeeting

Dr. Becker's efficiency pro-gram works especially well onone certain night each month.At 6:30 he calls the Board toorder, and at 7:30 moves theseven trustees into the largerroom to meet with the remainderof the faculty. No time is lost.

The president's opening re-marks at the December meetingimmediately put the group in anaffable mood. He complimentedthem highly on the work, notonly from a teaching standpoint,but also on the fine response thatthe students are making. Thishe explained, was not for thepurpose of raising their moraleincident to the coming Christmasseason, but was an actual fact,and he was proud of them. "Youmembers of the faculty are show-ing the finest spirit of coopera-tion and affection I have ever ex-perienced, and its effect cannothelp but spread in all direc-tions," he added.

Following the usual discussionof faculty problems, includingthe class work of several stu-dents,, Dr. Becker introduced Dr.Callison of the faculty, whospoke to the group on "Physid-ogy and its application to Osteo-pathic Principles".

Dr. Callison followed the usu-al custom of members of thefaculty speaking on their ownsubject and firmly convincedthe teachers in the other depart-ments that their subjects weresecondary and even perhaps ter-tiary. He brought out the earlyteaching of the science duringthe time two subjects werestressed, they being Physiologyand Anatomy, as a foundationfor the work of diagnosis andtreatment. His talk was highlyappreciated by the entire faculty.

New Circuit Meetings

The initial circuit of A.O.A.group conferences as set up byDr. F. A. Gordon of Marshall-town, Iowa, chairman of SpecialMembership Committee, was adistinct success. Conferenceswere held in Milwaukee, Wis-consin; Minneapolis, Minnesota;Des Moines, Iowa; Omaha, Ne-braska; and in Kansas City andSt. Louis, Missouri. Dr. ThomasR. Thornburn, President A.O.A.,and Dr. Russell C. McCaughan,Secretary, made the entire cir-cuit. Their contributions weregenerous and of outstanding im-portance. Many members of theA.O.A. official family helpedcarry on in the various meet-ings. Our own President, Dr.Arthur D. Becker, Chairman ofthe Bureau of Clinics, attendedand made addresses at tne meet-ings in Milwaukee, Minneapolis,and Des Moines. It is plannedto extend these conferencegroup meetings throughout thecountry. Membership in the A.O. A. is showing a most gratify-ing increase as a result of Dr.Gordon's energy and good judg-ment.

The Oath of Hippocrates

"I swear by Apollo, the Physi-cian, and Aesculapius, and Hy-giae and Panacea, and all thegods and all the goddesses-and I make them my judgesthat this mine oath and this mywritten engagement, I will ful-fill so far as power and discern-ment shall be mine.

"Him who taught me this artI will esteem even as I do myparents; he shall partake of mylivelihood, and, if in want, shallshare my goods. I will regardhis issue as my brothers and willteach this art without fee orwritten engagement if they shallwish to learn it.

"I will give instruction by pre-cept, by discourse, and in allother ways, to my own sons, tothose of him who taught me, todisciples bound by written en-gagement and sworn accordingto medical law, and to no otherperson.

"So far as power and discern-ment shall be mine, I will carryout regimen for the benefit ofthe sick, and will keep themfrom harm and wrong. To nonewill I give a deadly drug, evenif solicited, nor offer counsel tosuch an end; likewise to nowoman will I give a destructivesuppository; but. guiltless andhallowed will I keep my life andmine art. I will cut no onewhatever for the stone, but willgive way to those who work atthis practice.

"Into whatsoever houses Ishall enter, I will go for thebenefit of the sick, holding alooffrom all voluntary wrong andcorruption, including venerealacts upon the bodies of femalesand males, whether free orslaves. Whatsoever in my prac-tice or not in my practice I shallsee or hear, and amid the livesof men, which ought not to benoised abroad-as to this I willkeep silence - holding suchthings unfitting to be spoken.

"And now if I shall fulfill thisoath and break it not, may thefruits of life and art be mine,may I be honored of all men forall time; the opposite, if I shalltransgress and be forsworn."

Thanksgiving Visitors

We were glad to see the fol-lowing during the Thanksgivingvacation period. When any ofyou are in or near Des Moines,remember that the old gang al-ways looks good to us.

Dr. O. H. Olson, South Bend,Indiana.

Dr. L. A. Reiter, Tulsa, Okla.Dr. Bayard Twadell, Iola, Kas.Dr. Russell Wright, Detroit,

Michigan.Dr. V. A. Mikan, Detrait, Mich.Dr. Landis Johnson, Marshall-

town, Iowa.Dr. Glen Bigsby.Mr. and Mrs. Luby, Columbus,

Ohio.

Candy, says a noted physiciandoes not harm the teeth. Child-ren, therefore, will no longer re-fuse to eat it. - (Los AngelesRecord.)

On the New YorkProgram

The assignment of Des MoinesStill College of Osteopathy onthe general program for the 40thannual convention of the Amer-ican Osteopathic Association tobe held in New York City nextJuly is the "Genito-Urinary Sys-tem." The plan as worked outby the program chairman, Dr.George W. Riley, is to have eachone of the six Osteopathic col-leges present a four-part sym-posium on an assigned subjectand each college has been allot-ed a two-hour period for thedevelopment of their presenta-tion.

The team representing DesMoines Still College of Osteo-pathy consists of Dr. Robert B.Bachman, Dr. Lonny L. Facto,Dr. John M. Woods, and Dr. Ar-thur D. Becker, and these mem-bers of the group are alreadywell along in the selection andarrangement of material fortheir program.

It is further planned that eachgroup will demonstrate the tech-nic used in the treatment ofconditions discussed in the sym-posium. Each college has beenprivileged to select some onesub-division of the general sub-ject assigned. The Des MoinesStill College of Osteopathy hastherefore chosen "MenstrualDisturbances" as a topic of wide,general interest and will presentetiology, pathology, diagnosis,and therapeutics.

A. D. B.

Memorial Assembly

(Continued from Page 1)make the world better and in-crease the efficiency of those ofus who are to carry on in theirname.

Mr. George Sutton, accompa-nied by Miss Louise Michael,students of the college, sang"There Is No Death."

The college was especiallyhonored on this occasion by thepresence in the assembly of Dr.Ella D. Still, co-founder of thecollege, and Mrs. George A. Still,of Kirksville. These two wellknown and loved members of theStill family were introduced, andMrs. George responded with afine inspirational talk such asshe only can give.

The assembly closed with aprayer by Dr. L. P. Fagen of thefaculty.

Following the assembly, theSigma Sigma Phi placed flowerson the grave of Dr. S. S. Still,who is buried in Woodland Cem-etery in Des Moines.

Moths, it is said, are amongthe least aggressive and asser-tive of insects. A casual view ofthe old evening suit trousersconvinces us, also, that they arenot averse to taking a backseat.- (Boston Herald.)

Remember your own griefs,but only in order that you maysympathize with others in theirs.

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As reported in the DecemberA.O.A. Journal, Iowa leads theprocession of Societies havingtwo hundred or more in thestate, with percentage gain inA.O.A. membership. This is in-deed gratifying. As for statemembership, we are twenty oddfrom our all-time high peak oftwo hundred members of lastyear, with about five months anda half to go we sincerely trustwe may set a new high mark instate membership. The A.O.A.Group Conference at Des MoinesNov. 27th was well attended ifone takes into consideration therain, ice and snow over the stateand the fact that it fell just theday before Thanksgiving whenmany had planned trips "home"and otherwise. Real interest wasmanifest, and many pledgedthemselves to engage actively inA.O.A. membership work, so wesincerely trust Iowa may main-tain that lead as well as assistother states in bringing up theirpercentage gain.

How many readers of thiscolumn will pledge themselves towrite ten letters to anyone inthe profession, whether in Iowaor not, that they know are notA.O.A. members and urge theiraffiliation? Blanks may be se-cured from the A.O.A. office,Dr. F. A. Gordon, or the writer.How about Tom, Dick and Har-ry that were in your class orgraduated a year before or afteryou did? Are they members?How many will donate thirtycents to this work for ten three-cent stamps?Paul O. French, D. O., Sec-Treas.

State Boards

The next examination beforethe Iowa State Board of Osteo-pathic Examiners will be heldat the State Capitol Building. DesMoines, Iowa, January 27-28-29,1936. For applications and oth-er information address Dr. D. E.Hannan, Secretary, 202 Bruce-McLaughlin Bldg., Des Moines,Iowa.

The Missouri State Board ofOsteopathic Registration and Ex-amination will hold the mid-yearexaminations at Kirksville andKansas City Colleges of Osteop-athy and Surgery, January 22,23 and 24, 1936. Certified pho-tograph of each applicant is nowrequired. Write the Secretary,J. L. Allen, D. 0., 1002 Cham-bers Bldg., Kansas City, Mo., formore complete information andapplication blank.

Dr. Rollin E. Becker-who has been in Des Moines forthe past month, recovering froma serious hand and arm infec-tion, left last week, returning tohis practice in Oklahoma.

On to New York

New York is already makingdetailed plans in its determina-tion that the Fortieth AnnualConvenion of the American Os-teopathic Association shall es-tablish a new record as to at-tendance and interest for futureconvention officials to shoot at.

In addition to the Conventionprogram, which itself will be ofunusual interest, earnest at-tempts will be made to give at-tending physicians and theirfriends an opportunity to seeNew York at its best and in allof its unrivalled features. Allpossible cooperation will also begiven to those who wish to makethe Convention and the visit toNew York a feature part of theirregular summer vacation. Manywill have a desire to go on fromNew York to other-parts of theworld, traveling by land or wa-ter. All of the conveniences ofthe New York agencies will beplaced at their disposal by re-quest.

It is recognized that time iseasily wasted in haphazard ef-forts to find the many places andfeatures of unusual and historicinterest in and about New York.To avoid disappointment for anyvisitor, information will be madeavailable so that time and en-ergy may be conserved by sight-seers.

Osteopathic Diagnosisand Technique

(The following address was giv-en by Dr. Arthur . A llen of Min-neapolis, the evening of August24th, following his work with thegroup at the Iowa State Fair Os-teopathic Clinic. Dr. Allen's ideasare identical with the teaching ofthe subjects of Principles andTechnic at Still College. Severalmembers of the faculty mentionedhis talk so favorably that we ask-ed for a copy of it for the LogBook. We are sure the professionwill enjoy reading it.-Editor.)

(Concluded)To h bin with, having dletr-

mined that a vertebral lesion ex-ists, it becomes necessary to de-cide how to produce motion atthat point. The first thing Iconsider absolutely necessary isto avoid traumatizing the softtissues. Pain is my first yard-stick. If pain is so,severe thatthe patient cannot relax at all,but rather resists slight tension,and the condition is such as notto demand immediate correction,I prefer to gently relax andstretch the soft tissues, workingout the muscle spasm and at alater date produce articular mo-tion, when it can be done morecomfortably.Articular motion in the spine canbe produced in two ways, eitherby the sudden application offorce or by stretching of soft tis-sue. Sudden application of forcemust be slight ordinarily and therelease slow, to avoid trauma.Dr. John MacDonald has thismethod reduced to a formula.Very often, if force is applied

slowly, and by proper positionof the section being manipulatedall motion removed, the joint"locked" in other words. no sud-den force is necessary to producethe slight sound which indicatesmotion has occurred at the le-sion. It will "pop" just fromthe stretching force alone. Besure to take all the "slack" outof an articulation before ap-plying force for adjustment, oth-erwise the force used is morethan likely to produce trauma.

You will notice that I did nottalk about the position that ver-tebral segments might be inwhile in lesion during my discus-sion of diagnosis. I omitted thisdescription purposely, as in themajority of spinal lesions I feelthat fixation is the primary causeof abnormal function, not the po-sition of the lesion, and once mo-tion is again established, thatnormal forces will return themisplacd segment to normal po-sition if that is anatomicallypossible. There is usually onedirection for applying force toa lesion that will be least pain-ful, and I feel that, except invery rare instances, that is theproper direction to use. A typeof treatment which causes thepatient to remain tense and re-sistant has more the ear marksof a contest than of a scientificprocedure.

So much for a general consid-eration of lesion correction. Nowfor a few private peculiaritieswhich I have found useful intreatment. In all conditions af-fecting the head, face, andthroat, I always like to includein my treatment a careful, yetthorough relaxation of the softtissues just below the angle ofthe jaws. My observation hasbeen that the tissues of the rightside are usually more contractedand sensitive than the oppositeside. This treatment has aidedimmlensely in relieving many un-pleasant symptoms. In condi-tions producing pain in andaround the shoulder joint I nev-er fail to relax the infra andsupraspinatus muscles on the af-fLectd side 1 . Ne t I mo v e to thepoint on the posterior surface ofthe shoulder where the lowerborder of the infraspinatus pass-es under the posterior border ofthe deltoid. Just below thatpoint lie the teres major and mi-nor and almost invariauly theywTill be very sore and contracted.I have relieved many painfulshoulders by relaxing these softtissues when every other methodof treatment had failed. In allconditions such as colds, influ-enza and pneumonia and usuallyin all contagious conditions, thecalf muscles of one or both legsare very tender and contracted,and relaxation always seems- ben-eficial. Not long ago I askedone of our oldest osteopathicphysicians in Minneapolis totreat ne for a cold and he fin-ished up his treatment by vig-orously manipulating my calfmuscles, stating that he had al-ways done that for a cold. Thetreatment relieved me of my coldand also of the idea that I had

had an original idea. The threesoft tissue conditions I have justdiscussed will be well to remem-ber. I know they are valuable.

And now in closing this paperand before going into the dem-onstration of some forms of tech-nique, I would like to say a fewwords about the future of the os-teopathic profession. We, as aprofession, are developing a newand revolutionary theory. It isa sound theory and practicallyfool-proof. If we have not sat-isfied ourselves as to the meritof our philosophy, all we need todo is look at the unqualified.Here is an individual withoutsufficient fundamental trainingto have either a definite philos-ophy or a sound basic knowl-edge of what he is doing or howhe is doing it, and yet, with acrude and unscientific method,he is applying our fundamentalprinciple an d g- tti gI resu1 ts,The principle must be good.There is no doubt in my mindthat the osteopathic part of ourschool of thought would be muchfarther advanced today if wehad never developed into a com-plete science of healing. How-ever, such a development, underthe circumstances, was both de-sirable and necessary. Neverthe-less, we must not lose sight ofour fundamental philosophy, be-cause without it we have no rea-son to exist as a separate school,and if we lose our individualitywe will shortly cease to exist atall. We are too prone today, inour efforts to obtain additionalpractice rights, to stress the sim-ilarity between the medical andosteopathic schools of thought,when in reality we should beshouting the difference from thehousetops. WJe must not tradeour professional rights for amess of medical pottage. If weneecL accitional privileges, let sshow that we are qualified tohave them and then go out andfight to get them. It may be thelongest way around for us but itis the safest. If we are not care-ful we will soon legislate our-selves right into the medical pro-essilon, andC then won't we both

be surprised! I would like toleave this final thought with you.In the next few years, instead ofspending so much time in devel-oping new legislation, why notspend most of our time in tryingto decide exactly what we be-lieve about this osteopathic the-ory we have been fumblingaround with for over half a cen-tury? WAhy not decide whetheror not we have something worthsaving and if we have then pro-ceed to do something about sav-ing it? Why not develop a mod-el osteopathic creed and then de-velop a model osteopathic law?That would seem to be a highlyintelligent and logical course topursue.-Arthur E. Allen, D. O.,Minneapolis, Minn.

After all, the problem of lifeis not a difficult one. Do whatis right, the best way you can,and wait to the end to know.-(Kingsley.)

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