University of Texas Austin - Cactus Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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iauift IFrankltn nuBtnn, CT. i. g wrrtarg of Agrtrulturp of tt|e Inttf i» g ' tatra The appoiiitiiR ' iit of David ¥. Houston as Secretary of Agri- culture in the Wilson regime was heralded throughout Texas. President Wilson ' s choice for this important Cabinet position fell to a man wiioiii tlie University is wont to claim her own. Dr. Houston served as Dean of the College of Arts and a mem- ber of the History faculty, and later as President of the Uni- versity from 1905 to 1908. During his incumbency were laid those plans which are now bringing this institution to the fore- ground in educational matters. Dr. Houston resigned the post of Chancellor of Washington University to accept his new posi- tion. The ej ' cs of Texas are still upon him.

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®lj Mcniht That the alumni have cauglit the spirit of progress is fairly evi- denced by the appearance of the first issue of The Alcalde, the official publication of the ex-students and alumni of the Uni- versity of Texas, on April 5, 1913. The Alcalde is intended to reflect the past and current history of the University, the doings and short-comings of the students, ex-students, faculty, and regents ; and its pages from time to time will contain discus- sions, comments, criticisms, and plans for ' Varsity ' s future. Matters of vital concern to all who ai ' e interested in the edu- cational and cultural upbuilding of Texas and its University will be treated. And it is the idea of the capable and imposing board of editors to make their publication an open forum for the free discussion of those matters that demand a sympathetic, intelligent, and hearty co-operation not only of the alumni and faculty, but of the best citizenship of the State. A glance at the first number and its contents proves that The Alcalde is well founded, and that its high and interesting pur- pose will be carried into effect. Welcome, this newest of pub- lications ! Prngr Bfi at % 099 HHoupm nt From the time of the inception of this movement, the cause of higher education in Texas has never failed in having a stimulat- ing and an intelligent champion. The purposes of the Hogg movement are too well known to admit of recapitulation in this year book. It is sufficient that the alumni know that during the past 3ear the directing heads of the organization have never lagged in attracting mature thought and attention to the edu- cational work of Texas. Student speakers spread this message throughout the State this summer. The secretary of research prepared an excellent comparative monograph, showing how much physical and financial attention the institutions of Texas need in the light of the present status and progress of similar institutions of our sister states. The proof of the activity of the Hogg movement is shown in the vigorous interest in educational affairs which was shown in the recent message of Governor Colquitt, and the delibera- tions of the Thirty-third Legislature. The purposes of the Hogg movement are not complete by any means. Its progress so far is evidenced only by this added interest in education throughout the commonwealth. The work will be pressed on and the alumni and Mr. Hogg, in the course of a few years, will see their efforts culminate in the greatest educational propa- ganda of the age.

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Albert Bxhmti lurl BOtt, OT. 1., ' B4 PoatmaHtfr-OiiEnrral nf tljf 3lnttP latra When the word came fortli from the White House tlmt President Wilson had lionored our native son, Albert S. Burleson, with a Cabinet portfolio, the people of Texas, with one voice, ratified tile executive selection. The new Postmaster General reflects great credit on this institution, for it was here that he received his LI.. R. in tiic Class of 188-i. Mr. Burleson has always c(nmected himself with the progress of this University, and his many friends among the alumni and faculty who will attest to his ability and capacity are legion.