This paper outlines the variety of pedal systems for the pianoforte and provides methods for their use in practical situations.

"Remembering the expression 'receive his sheepskin' and recalling diplomas with elaborate hand lettering, the graduate may be surprised at the appearance of his diploma from the University of Missouri."--Page 14

"The herbarium of the University's botany department was grown to a collection of about 100,000 plant specimens, vital research tools which form a historic record, much like the books in a library."--Page 10

"Four veteran professors whose combined service to the University totals 157 years of teaching and research received the title of Professor Emeritus at the annual Commencement exercises in Memorial Stadium on June 6."--Page 17

"It is likely that Walter Williams will always be remembered as the first dean of the first School of Journalism, and for that accomplishment, if for nothing else, he should be remembered as a great idealist."--Page 2

"Mr. Canham, shown at right, was the principal speaker at the First-Day-of-Issue Ceremony for the Commemorative Stamp Honoring Journalism and Freedom of the Press."--Page 13

"It has been gratifying to note the willingness of many of our alumni to volunteer for responsibility and service in the best interests of the University. This spirit has been one of the assets in the growing enthusiasm ...

"What sort of a guy is Daniel John Devine, the University's head football coach? You might expect a big, confident, glib, mature type for the epic task he faces in his new job; you'll find a small, rather quiet, serious, ...

"Whenever O.T. Coleman is addressing farmer groups on the subject of soils he is likely to inject a magic touch. This takes place when he reaches into his magician's bag of tricks for a bit of legerdemain that will emphasize ...

Plans for class reunions need not be elaborate. This has been proven anew. The essential ingredients of a successful get-together, after all, are the reunioners themselves."--Page 6

"Commencement at twilight was an impressive Memorial Stadium production. The timing--6:30 p.m., June 6--was ideal for the University of Missouri's 116th graduation exercises."--Page 2

"Honored were Dr. Federick C. Robbins of Cleveland, Ohio, alumnus and Nobel Prize winner in medicine; L. Mitchell White of Mexico, Mo., newspaper editor and publisher; and Dr. Philip J. Hickey, superintendent of instruction ...

"By choice and necessity, Missouri students use the University Library in large numbers. Certain periods produce busy hours of the day, but the peak load of reading capacity comes around 8:30 p.m."--Page 6

"With the exception of fire, atomic radiation probably represents the greatest single discovery in the history of civiliation."--Page 2

"Fifty years ago the now-celebrated artist and muralist, Thomas Hart Benton, contributed to the 1908 Savitar six finely executed pen drawings."--Page 5

"Time has rested lightly on Judge Laurance Mastick Hyde. His experiences have left the imprint of serenity of spirit. His judicious mind is tempered with gentleness and a sense of humor."--Page 19

"For these people and the other handicapped girls and boys at Missouri, the campus routine is more complex. Yet, there are no students more likely to be in class when the physically fit can't make it because of the weather ...

"Mark Cox identified himself with sports when he came to Missouri to earn the B.J. degree awarded him in 1937. He handled sports for Missouri Student (now the Maneater) and Showme (now defunct)."--Page 10

"The University of Missouri Press, for years regarded as a vital need, comes into being July 1. The Press will provide for the publication of worthy books that are of special interest to the State of Missouri or to the ...

"Establishment of a Department of Industrial Engineering as a new department within the College of Engineering of the University has been approved by the University's Board of Curators."--Page 8