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Oxford has seen no new Rhodes scholars since 1939. The -L-2,000,000 that Empire Builder Cecil John Rhodes left Oxford* in 1902 has piled up interest during the war. Unable to elect the usual 68 scholars a year (32 from the U.S., 34 from British colonies and dominions, two from Germany), Rhodes's trustees have saved up for a scholarship spending spree.

Last week the Rhodes trustees issued first call for new applicants--to be chosen in December 1946. This time, besides the 32 regular scholarships, there will be 32 more for those who have seen war service (in the armed forces, war plants, or any jobs for which draft boards have granted deferments). Added scholars, unlike regular ones, may be married, over 25 and sophomores instead of juniors. The $2,000 a year which scholars get will probably be raised, to offset higher living costs.

* Purpose: "To encourage and foster an appreciation of the advantages which I implicitly believe will result from the union of the English-speaking peoples."

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