Arsenal Technical High School - Arsenal Cannon Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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THE ARSENAL CANNON Last Will and Testament RATHENA HOLT Wt-, tht- Junt- class ol' nint-tt-en hundrt-tl antl Xt-wte of tht- st-nior play, bt-slows upon Robert twenty-t-ight, realizing that wt- must soon don a Wolfe tht- ability of being a great public speaker tlignilit-d air and tlt-part as 'I't-ch graduates, ft-el antl yt-t sutat-t-ssfully dodging rotten tomatoes. this to bt- an opportune occasion to draw up our Albt-rt l't-arson bcqueaths to Cltarlt-s Donegan last will antl tt-stament. Not bt-t'aust- we partic- tht- powt-r to maltt- all fair tlames' hearts tiutter ularly tlt-sire to part with thest- trt-asured gifts, wht-n ht- approacltt.-s. Albert insists that Charlie do wt- bt-stow tht-in upon someont- t-lst-, but be- ext,-rt this talt-nt with discretion. caust- wt- have t'lCf1lll1't,'fi a ft-w t'ltarat-teristics To Tilden XVilson, Edwin Tomlinson reluc- which, if passed on antl enlargt,-d upon, will bt- of tantly giyt-s all his lady friends, Edtlit- has never some bt-nt-tit to our Alina Matt-r. been st-t-n on tht- campus without a girl. To Mr. Stuart, for whom wt- hayt- tht- highest lllary ltlsther Kinney, the budding pot-t of Bliss atlmiration, wt- givt- our pledges of always sup- Ilurnsitlt-'s English VIIlc class, wills to I-lelen porting this grt-at school, for whit-lt ' M ' ' ' ' he is rt-sponsiblt-3 antl wt- assurt- him that when the auditorium is completed, wt- will return to extend our cougratulations. Wt- grant th ost- sympathetic tti-acht-rs who havt- been instru- mental in graduating us tht- privilt-ge ol' claiming all honors' bestowt-tl upon us aftt--1' wt- entt-r tht- t-rut-l world. ' Not. bt-cause wt- wish to part: with tht-m. but because circum-, stances insist, we leave to tht- Junt- class of 1925! three faithful 'spon- sors, Miss Axtell, Miss Hartt-r, antl J ltliss Wt-lch, who have an over- . supply of kindness for all struggling st-niors. l'pon leaving, we sincerely promise the janitors that wt- shall always climb the stairs in profound silt-nt-e antl neyt-r again tlrop candy wrappt-rs on the campus. While in this mood of giving tht-re is one thing wt- rt-fuse to part with and that is Kenneth Hig- gins' t-xt-cutivts ability. Kenny is to preserve this cart-fully until he becomes president of tht- Vnitetl States. Dorothy Grimes, our small but mighty vice- president, leaves to Muriel Warrick her ability to hop, skip, and jump over the campus antl arrivt- at classes on time. It took Dot l'our years to per- fect this method. Dorotha Magee consents to givt- ltat-ht-l Tim- mons one of her various secretarial oflices. Dor- otha serves in saitl capacity for four different organizations. The best ol' these, however, is our senior class. Arthur Kendall wills to the next treasurer an itching left hand and a block T, receivetl after a summer's digging of potatoes in Kansas. Farrington Alford Bridwell, the flashy Mr. Brown her exceptional poetic tal- xtnt antl a 1na11il1a folder of care- fully written maliuscripts. Robti-rt Blackburn gives his fa- mous wise cracks antl clever say- ings to any aspiring comedian. Bob becamt- nott'-tl for his expres- sion. And howl To Roberta Hawkins, ltlildretl Negley wills her extra two feet in J ht-ight, since poor Bobby is so des- perately in need of them. Isobel Lane calmly turns over to Betty lXIcI+'adden one of her l many fur coats antl all of her well worn textbooks. We hope Betty will continue to wear them out in a profitable manner. Josephine Marone presents to Wilma Leonard ht-r dark complexion, now that it is rumored Gentlt-mt-n Prefer Blondes. Robert Bust-hmann is to become the proud pos- sessor of William Weiss's charming smile. Bob must appreciate that Bill is truly quite famous for his beaming countenance. David Milligan passes on his part in the senior play to John Holtman. Johnnie must tirst become a registered doctor before accepting this gift. Fharles Binford surrenders his distinction of being the most handsome boy in Roll Room 4 to Ed wa rtl Bo w man. Delight Baxter wishes to give her pleasant name to any freshman who is not satisfied with her title. Jack Neely, who is God's gift to women, gives this much-sought-after trait to Harold Ransburg with full instructions as to its preservation. Just to prove that he really is big-hearted. Gilbert. Hendren wills his huge success in chem- istry to William Nelson, providing Bill doesn't see Mr. Chenoweth for recommendations. We hope Bill isn't already successful in that line.

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THE ARSEN AL CANNON the title in football, but proved to be winners in basketball, taking not only the championship title, but sectional honors as well. Many of the passengers developed into leaders or outstanding personages. In January, 1927, many of them had obtained admission to the CANNON staff. This staff published a weekly paper which was read by the Tech group and called the ARSENAL CANNON. Among these voyagers were Ruth Pahud, who was destined to be a future editor-in-chief: Farrington Bridwell, future class officer and general manager of the CANNON edi- torial otlices: Kenneth Higgins, the honored class president and basketball star: Russell Potter, future editor-in-chief, poet, and magazine editor: Louise Haworth, magazine editorg William Weiss, future circulation managerg Mary Jo Ross: and Dale Dorsett. Russell Potter had a book review published in the Scholastic magazine, and an essay in the Magazine World. An honorable mention was given to Ruth Pahud in the annual Atlantic Monthly contest. Bathena Holt won a cash prize of 25150.00 in a National Essay Contest. Maurice Horton won a cash prize in a poster contest. Ida Davies won a. place in a stenography contest. Third year passengers they had become: sedate and learned. The waters of travel had become smooth, and the passengers much more confident. One more year and the goal would be theirs! Ahoy! Ahoy! Tropic of Seniors! How invig- orating, uplifting. and soul-stirring! How pleasant to be looked up to by the wistful, staring, first- year passengers! Nevertheless, even the best group needs organization. The voyage could not continue at this critical point without student leaders to guide the ship safely into port. Accordingly, chairmen of the sponsor rooms were elected as follows: John Martin. Sponsor Room 11 William Weiss, Sponsor Room 25: Far- rington Bridwell, Sponsor Room 4. As the class grew in organization, it selected higher officers to act as guides. They were: Kenneth Higgins, president: Dorothy Grimes, vice-presidenlg Ar- thur Kendall, treasurerg Dorotha Magee, secre- tary: and Farrington Bridwell, sergeant-at-arms. These chosen few were splendid in every re- spect: not only had they scholastic standing, but were leaders in all activities of the school. The progressive spirit of the voyage quickly led the passengers to select colors to distinguish them. Nile green, orchid, and peach were chosen as a symbol of this great group. Dexheimer was elected class photographer, and the motto se- lected was The Higher XVe Rise-The Broader Our View. Although the Tech voyagers lost the champion- ship title in football, they again came forward in basketball, winning the series title by defeating Shortridge,-35 to 31, and Manual, 38 to 18. The June class held the distinction of being the first organized group to contribute earned money to the Organ Fund. Its jobs were unique and original and helped much to give pep and encour- agement to the other passengers of the Tech group who were earning money to install this future organ in the new auditorium. Other activities of the class included scholastic and CANNON staff honors. Evangeline Lillenas and Robert Brickert won year scholarships in voice and piano, respectively, at the Metropolitan School of Music. Russell Potter's poem, Zinnias, appeared in a book published by the Scholastic magazineg and an essay, also by Russell, entitled A Mid-XVest Book Fair, appeared in the Maga- zine World. Helen Curwin received a. cash prize for a letter printed in the Chicago Journal. James Jones was awarded nrst prize for a poem in the Indianapolis Times contest. Farrington Bridwell received a gold medal for winning the Tech contest in the Indiana Lincoln oratorical contest, which was presented to winners in the respective high schools by the William H. Block Company. CANNON staff members included Doris Wil- lia.1ns, Christine Sorhage, Frank Sanders, Lillian Lacker, Mary Esther Kinney, Mary Louise Lewis, Hugh Rominger, Natalie Springer, Evangeline Lillenas, Mildred Bea1'd, Adella. Showalter, Gay- lord Allen, Robert Blackburn, Olga Brown, Kath- ryn Carlisle, Catherine Allison, Knoll Kutchback, Edwin Tomlinson, Bathena Holt, Albert Pearson. and Murray Talbott. rapid succession and the Servant Problem, was to be presented. Tryouts caused a great deal of excitement, but at last the cast was to Mary Seward Things began to happen in when the class play, Fanny announced. Leads were given and Dale Dorsett. Other members of the cast in- cluded Russell Potter, Farrington Bridwell, David Milligan. Roy Van Arsdall, VVilhelmina Carson, Delight Baxter, Frieda Ettinger. Cecile Nease, Georgia Brass. Lillian Lacker, Jean Schad, Helen Alexander, Virginia Robertson, Louise Kares, Helen Bettcher, Rebecca Baldridge. Jean Win- chell, Ruth Pahud, Shirley Collier. Edna Keyler, and Dorothy Grimes. In the competition for Class Day odicers, the following students were victorious: poet, Russell Potterg historian, Mary Louise Lewisg prophet, Bathena Holtg willmaker, Edna Shivelyg and song writer, Evangeline Lillenas. All seemed fair sailing for awhile. The good ship, S. Career, was slowly putting into port: thoughts were turned to the coming party. to fCunrluded on Page 572

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THE ARSEN AL CANNON Maude Blickenstatf is to receive Isabelle Lu- zader's musical voice. Isabelle is planning to se- cure a much deeper one so that she may qualify as the tirst feminine train caller. Frieda McCallie's affinity for the girls' gymna- sium is to go to Jean Hopper. Marguerite Giezendanner graciously bestows upon Mary Negley her many cheerful Howdy's. Ellen McFadden, the girl with the many coats. presents Helen Carver with several round trip tickets to Bloomington. All the airs that accompany a sedate lady are given to Alice Hopkins by Wilhelmina Carson. Wilhelmina acquired these airs while portraying the part of Mrs. Bennet in Fanny a11d the Servant Problem. Revealing the secret of his ever-creased trousers, John Tyler wills to Edwin Mct'affey an electric iron. Melvin Robbins forfeits his rosy cheeks to his kid brother, Bob. Melly says that the formula must be kept in the family. While mentioning the skins you love In touch. we should include Vivian t'issell. She has unself- ishly willed hers to Maxine Rosebaum, but why. we do not know, for Maxine already possesses a perfect complexion. Our heap-big yell leader. Maurice Boyd, be- stows his deep voice and big feet upon his suc- cessor. Maury has always considered the latter mentioned a handicap in getting to classes on time. Mary Jane Groves is the honored recipient of Ma.ry Seward's charming smiles. Mary does not guarantee that the leading part in the senior play may be secured through a smile, but she believes that it helps. Eunice, Lawrence, Marion, and Rosemary Brown leave their unusual last name desires it and in its place they substitute White. to anyone who While speaking of color, we'll mention Knoll Kutchback's gift of all his loud ties to Jimmy Jackson. This assortment includes every combi- nation not imaginable, A vast collection of honor points gleaned in four years at. Tech by .lohn Martin may be had by any succeeding senior who will study equally as hard as John has. The ability of combining late hours and passing grades as done by John Burgess is handed down to Ralph Hook. The best way to preserve the ability, however, is never to be forced to exer- cise it. Lorrine Collins donates her expressive features and habit of talking with her hands to Ethel Richardson. To all those who need it is left the Tech loyalty of Mildred Dunn, Cecil Childs, and Rosalie Bundy. Benjamin Carter tlecks a. bit of dust off his million dollar personality and wills it to Arthur llolsapple. Edgar t'laffey, one of Tech's he men, leaves his huge bearskin coat to be used for making birds' nests next year. Everett Beatty also wishes to contribute his kitty for a similar purpose. However, we doubt if the birds will venture near the beastly looking objects. Robert Mueller leaves his popularity with teachers, girls, and fellows to anyone who is able to possess the above-mentioned without getting the big head. With sorrow in her sky-blue eyes, Roseland tlibson says. I confer my childish ambition of becoming Tech's most beautiful girl to Violet Bronson. Martha. O'Banion and Catherine O'Neill sur- lender their snappy eyes and good looks to any Patricks, O'Days, or O'Nights that may attend this school. The glorious golden locks that made Helen Beasley famous are to become the possession of tleraldine Carver, since Jerry is tired of being a brunette. While beautifying the underclassmen, we bestow upon Dorothy Eininger, Betty Lower's blue eyes. David Marion Baker, .lr.. the boy with the keen eye for matchmaking, leaves this bit of advice to struggling students: Never get a brother-in-law on the faculty. Feeling this the correct time, we mention Julia Stevenson's gift of a compact guaranteed not to break. tarnish, or wear out at the powder cake. To Mary Nuedy goes the pep that made Helen lkettcher popular at Tech, Martha Bryan's independent attitude is not to be given away, as it was made for her alone: however, she has consented to copyright it. Rebecca Baldridge's patented chewing gum. which requires no working of the jaws, is willed to some empty wastebasket. The sweet friendship of Jane Sherfick and Mary Estelle Fairhurst is bestowed upon Marian Gil- brech and Mildred Jenkins. This does not 1nea.n any severing of bonds between Jane and Mary. but they only wish others to enjoy a similar friendship. Christine Sorhage and Mary Louise Lewis give their distinctive places on CANNON staff to Mary Miessen and Werner Bauman. Kathryn Carlisle bequeaths her Glee Club eu- thusiasm and her admiration for Manual to Eugenia Fittz. Jolm Hancock passes on his keen-looking clothes and masculine stride to Robert Armstrong. Natalie Springer's late masterpiece. Feature ff:0Ill'lIlt.1l'd on Page 572