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Show DIXIE OWL, ST. GEORGE, UTAH but the first purposes are cast aside that the latter more complex ones may be realized. And if a comparative study of the brachiped fossils is made it will be seen that the earliest preserved forms (Cambian forms) are more simple in structure and form than later Pennsylvania forms (Spirifer and Productus.) This complexity has come about as a result of natures slow struggle in making of new forms for new purposes. Nature has had to struggle for these specialized forms, but is rewarded by such wonderful complex forms as man. 21 It is geology which teaches of these wonderf ul processes of nature. It is Geolotry which teaches of the progressive elements in life, of the possibilities in store for yet untold millions of life forms. It teaches that complexity of life is a result of conflict, in that simple forms must become more resourceful in order to cope with the external stimuli: and in doing so complexity of structure and activity results. Can we afford to be ignorant of the mission of Geologv? Is not the lesson of struggle taught of value? Is it not for the above reasons and many others that we studv the boad field of science, Geology? V. M. T. The Functual Value of General Science in High School We, as first year students, have just begun to realize the responsibility that rests upon us that of carrying on the work of the future and the importance of carrying on a work that will be beneficial to the world. The study of General Science will help us to find out along what line we can work in order to bring the most benefit to humanity. General Science deals with the main branches of science which is concerned with life problems, such as physics, chemistry, biology, physiology, hygiene and sanitation, and although it gives but a small part of each, it gives an idea of what the science is and many facts which are helpful and will enable us to understand more clearly and see more wonders in the common, every-da- y things of life. Even though one may not wish to continue the study of science, he will find these small parts will be of great benefit all through life. Science aims to give the young and vigorous high school student an acquaintance with and a reading knowledge of the healthful and harmful germ life, so that he will understand the preservation of his health and the physical welfare of his community. Among other things, general to aims Science inspire all students with a love of in close relationship to our lives, nature as seen and open up some of the possibilities for his future individual research and service to mankind. Bacteriology, one of the parts studied, takes up a discussion of the minute plant and animal life. There are about two thousand types of germ of w'hich are life known to man, about twenty-fiv- e harmful. Without the useful bacteria it would be THE VALUE OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE TO THE STUDENT HIGH-SCHOO- L Physical sciences are the sciences of Physics and Chemistry, which deals with the discovery, classification, and uses of the elements of nature. Very few students realize the importance of these impossible to live, as waste material becomes food for plants by the action of bacteria of decay. As a general statement, it may be said that plants, directly or indirectly, furnish man with all of his food. Other useful bacteria are those which cause fermentation in yeast, cheese, etc. Harmful bacteria are those which cause disease. The study of these and the methods of destroying them are most valuable in the saving of human life. The small portion of Physics and Chemistry that we get in this course introduces us into many phases of life that we have never thought of before. Chemistry helps in the preparation of food and gives an understnding of the different substances used in the household, their composition and use. Physics gives one a knowledge of many things including light, sound, water, air, work and energy. Our General Science course deals with physiology, hygiene and sanitation in such a way that it will prove very beneficial to the students. The parts of the body, their function and how they can be kept in perfect health, is given a thorough discussion. It also teaches us to keep clean, both morally and physically, to keep our communities in a healthy condition and be better citizens. It would seem almost impossible to get so much valuable information in one school year from one course, but in General Science we have found that it can be done and all of this, with many other We therefore urge and things, are included. student intending to get strongly advise every to school take General Science. the most out of Edna Snow and Annie Gardner. sciences and necessarily their relation to the progress of democracy, as they both go hand in hand in this age of eternal progress. But we have only to stop and think where we would be without the preservation of food by the canning industry and the refrigerator; the mining industry, telephones, telegraphs, automobiles, steamboats and railroads, |