Clinton High School - Clintonia Yearbook (Clinton, IL)

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THE CLIO 1912 George Smith Hookey” “A curly headed, good for nothing and mischief making monkey from his birth Football, 1911 ; Basketball, I9ii-’i2; Baseball, 1911. The smaller of the famous “Smith Twins.” Has a laugh that startles all the fowls within a radius of five miles, cackling like mad. Has aspirations for a brilliant career as an M. D. specializing on heart diseases. He has already preformed one delicate operation by totally removing, without breakage, this vital organ from one of our afflicted members. Is often seen burring down East Main street, drawn on by the elastic bands of affection. Can’t fellows, here comes Queen. Louise Morris “Biddy” “Morrisy” She is a little chimney heated red hot in a moment.” Secretary A. A. Has the reputation of being the best girl rooter in the school. Is some flirter. and especially fond of that selection. “Lindy, Lindy, Say You’ll Be Mine.” Has a dog named Bill. Is par excellent in the laboratory. Where did I get this locket?” Harwood Young Simeriah” So wise, so young. Football, 1911. Resembles a pipe organ in form, but has good sense nevertheless. A devout follower of Morpheus. Would make a good advance agent for a famine. He is a musician of great ability. “li here did she leave off A'

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THE CLIO 1912 Maude McCoid “Mac” Her voice was ever soft, gentle, and low', an excellent thing in woman.” A great admirer of Virgil, and has well Kempt hair. Smoothest talking little wren in the class. Favorite pastime in filling the coat of the bov in front of her with gum. Sees the serious side of things whenever the ocassion arises. Never talks back to the teachers. Likes “Kiss Me” better than “Old Black T »» Joe. ‘‘Believe me, I'm going to do it or die.” Lizzie Spencer “Eli .ebate” “She speaks, behaves, and acts just as she ought. She is the only original heroine of a book, she being the devout companion of Rheinhart. Has a smooth velvety complexion which has never been equaled. A little inclined towards the ancient manners and customs. Never turns a weary and hungry traveller from her door. “I don’t see that. Hazel Mills “Milky” “For she is the modest kind whose natures vary. Serene, quiet, and composed. Constitutes one of the peaceful members of the class. Boils cabbage every day, except Monday. Has a laugh that resembles the rippling of fourteen barrel staves. “H hat do you want me to tell her, Leon?” 20

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THE CLIO 19 12 I Harry Swam “Harry Chin” “Keep your eyes on the stars, tho’ your sole' be in the mud.’’ Mr. Chin has all the grade boys beat on getting into the football games. Is an enthusiastic baseball fan, and a personal friend of Mr. Cline. Can he seen most anytime burring into the Chemistry laboratory to make up a few of his back experiments. Easy going and speaks a good word to everyone. Also a loyal supporter of athletics. r»V’ i )» ou re crazy. Ruby Ross “I leas never more alone than when by myself Has a most constant giggle, warranted to chase everyone from the room. Loves her Ruthie. Can see only the funny side of things. Plays hookey more than any boy in school. “Anna, have you got your German written outr William Young “Bill” “Brigham” “Behold the child by natures kindly law, Pleased with a rattle and tickled with a straw ' Has a laugh like a gobbler. Reputed to be the best dramatic reader in the class. Shambles like a cow, and plays seven ball whenever anyone is in for two dollars. Is Jake as best man at weddings. Talks as if he wanted to speak the last word first. Hair? Why, he has the prettiest yellow hair you ever saw. “If I can’t sleep at nights, then I can sleep in class 22