Clinton High School - Clintonia Yearbook (Clinton, IL)

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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

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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 19 12 Bkali.au Bentley She is pretty to walk with, witty to talk with, and pleasant to look on. Editor-in-Chief of the Clio. The most highly respected Editor-in-Chief of this, our Year Book. Is most good natured and always wears a winsome smile. Can dress to perfection. Has some color when blushing. ‘‘Gee. I haven’t studied a bit.” Louis Morin “Dutch” “Doc” ’ I'is great to have a giant’s strength.’’ Vice-President A. A., I9ii-’i2; Track Team, 1911; Captain, 1912; Football, 1910- 11. Has done more to boost athletics than any other student in the school. Is the most will-i ’g worker and handiest man on the Basketball floor. Has won honor for the school by winning a place on the All-State Football Team. Expects to kick canines in the ribs for a living. Honest now, he didn’t need a shave. “Aw. come on.” Glenna McDinney “Fritz” ‘‘Life is a jest and all things show it. I thought so once and now I know it.” Is some baseball player, and can ride horseback. Is the equal to Jim Jefferies on coming back. Can usually be seen walking around looking for daylight. Is good natured to a fault, and the most obliging member of the class. “Get us. Billy.” 23