DYouville College - DYouvillian Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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. ,IOUVILLIAN 1 C TT Tm: v C Isaixs And now it was time for the departure of the expedition carrying supplies to the orphans in the nearby territory of Lackawanna. And all was done well. So great were the demands made upon them in this cycle that it became imperative to repair at shorter intervals to the nearby countries of Austins and I'Ioeflers for auxiliaries in the way of stimulating sundaes and confections, and for recuperation to the healthful plateaus, Sheas, I'Iipp and Lafayette And at this time, to try how well they might do later, many went forth through the countryfside instructing the young in outlying districts in the way of righteousness, and many, again, did bind up the wounds of those whom they found languishing by the wayside But the time anxiously awaite wa , the sun lay deep over all, and the rivers were as shining glass and the very twigs cracked in the snowy stillness, the Council held their mighty Sun Dance in the beautiful lodge Statler. Though all without was bitter cold, warmth and beauty reigned within. Countless maidens and braves from near and far, attired in full ceremonial robes, held forth in a pageant of beauty, while the sobbing wind instruf ments cast their spell of enchantment. ' Swift upon this followed a day, awaited as with great joy. For upon this day signalized by the totem shamrock, each spring as many of the dauntless ones who had gone forth as could retrace their steps returned to tell of their experiences in the great open spaces, and in the dark jungles. Sometimes it brought forebodings, some' times courage to those yet in training, but they continued fearlessly ahead. And now once again evil days were upon them, for those who had been near to them, who had always sat one step above them in the great council hall, were preparing to go forth as their predecessors had done. And varied were the emotions of the brave spirits of the third or junior Councilg for pride at their coming dignity was commingled with awe at the thought of the accompanying responsibilities. Sn, in accordance with their custom, one spring evening when there was promise of a full silvery moon, they might all have been setting forth mounted on autofmobiles, animals much smaller and more agile than the Conn Belts, and much used on festive occasions. 'Twas not a solemn nor lugubrious procession that wended its way to a nearfby mountain known thereabouts as Orchard Park Country Club, and in h there was feasting and chanting and ceremonial dances, and the light of t e moon, there was peace in the hearts of all, despite the sadness of the coming parting. But now memory of past achievements gave new confidence to our fearless ones, so that they faced the finals bravely. The warfare lasted some six days and they gained additional distinctions for they had at the same time conquered a newly sprung up enemy, Majors Some of the most illustrious who fell in this campaign were a chieftain known as General Psy, and a woman warrior called Analytics, When hostilities has ceased, decent and fitting burial was accorded the enemy slain in the far famed burial plot BookfRoom. Then the amazons quietly departed for visitation to their kinsfolk before gathering about the final and greatest Camp ' cl s the great festival of the Council So when a last Fire of the Temple. Wh h summer had passed then, and the autumn haze lay over all, and en t e the blue smoke of smouldering leaves drifted lazily upward, wafting their pungent odor abroad, the strong hearted ones returned for the last time to the beloved spot 47 '

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THB 9 ISRSX 1 NIOUVILLIAIV V! ' az- xox in manipulating the primitive heliograph-known as the telephone---for the sending of messages to far off young bravesg or they cheered and counseled those same wistful maidens, if, perchance, the speedy messengers sent by these same young braves were delayed. For verily they were old in the ways of wisdom. When this dauntless group in whom we are especially interested had returned to join the second Camp Fire, known as Sophomore, they had suffered a loss :ln numbers but not in the will to do. Hence, despite the increasing rigors of the life, they found their burden lighter and lighter. For they were no longer in dread of those who formerly had awed them to complete silence. And further they had become more skillful in the use of their weapons, fountainfpen and notebook, with which they were accustomed to hunt the schedule curricula and required subjects, all small but ferocious animals that infested the surrounding country. Indeed so great was their advance in skill of every sort that they earned special distinction in the yearly combat with the Mid Years. But many were the catastrophes that lay in wait for them. In that cycle it was that a mighty river in the glen of Fourth, where stood the tepees of many of the maidens, who had come from afar off, burst from its banks and carried devastation in its wake. But there resulted no fatalities and all was once more serene, after it was ascertained that a prophecy, to the effect that the end of the world was at hand, would come to naught. This cycle passed all too quickly. Further, they seemed to have their days ever darkened by the shadows of partingsg for the summer moon was nigh upon them, and by that omen, they knew that the Council that had become most dear to them, who had guided and protected them, and had been familiarly known as sister class, must needs go forth soon from the shelter and security of the life at the Temple even as those before them had done. Hence, that they might have one more hour together, they set forth one day to a nearby canyon, known as Auto Club, and there with feasting and significant ceremonies they took formal leave of these dear guides and counselors, though they were yet to iight side by side in the annual defence against the finals Then came the long interlude, Again at the harvest time they returned, now to the Camp Fire Junior. This time they came with slower step but their heads were held high, and there was a new light in their eye, for new mysteries were about to be unfolded to them. And the Princess Celina sat upon her throne, and with her wise maidens from the tribes-Murray, Bilton and Britt. In the traditional manner they accepted the responsibilities laid upon them by the departed sister class. In accordance with custom they welcomed the new comets and stood henceforth their guides. They received them into the Wigwam Alpha Sigma. They would protect these, but in return demanded that respect and submission be shown themselves always, oft times it seemed that their methods were harsh, but they persisted, knowing full well that when these foolish ones should have come to the age of reason they would be overwhelmed with gratitude. And they do say that Genevieve, of the Tribe of Geraty, who was princess in this Wigwam, and Loyola of the Tribe O'Hagen, and Marie of the Tribe of Sullivan, did temper their justice with mercy. 46

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i T- Tm: SJSX .s 1 HIHI , Y v.cQUVILLIANI In the early days certain of those who had now achieved the dignity of sitting in the supreme inner Council, Senior, went off in a fragile bark exploring nearby lands. They made their way even to the shores of a strange country where the people spoke an unknown tongue, that was strange to all save one Loyola, who was exceedingly well versed in this same language, and who interpreted for her companions what the natives said. These same were most kind to them, and at length they came to a civilized port, one Fort Erie, and there they spent the Sabbath. But at length they were convinced that they should return with all speed to their own land lest the greatest and most feared of all people thereabouts, proctors, should fall upon them, and destroy them, cutting them to bits as was their barbarous custom. Soon after this came a momentous day in their livesg and it was the last golden day of autumn. After sunrise they set out, making their way to where the great cliffs rose above the lapping blue waves of the BigfSea Waters, and there was a mighty spectacle as they made merry. All day they splashed in the Waters, and lay upon the sandy shore. And they feasted on roots which they roasted in hot ashes, and on game which they held on pointed sticks over roaring flames. As the dusk came on they prepared to return to the home fires. After this last orgy of frivolity they decided to put from them all childishness. It was the Death Dance of their youth. On the seventh day after this then, they were solemnly invested with the ceremonial robes of state, and took their places in the inner circle. And on the diaz sat the Princess Celina, and below Margaret of the' tribe of Murray, and to the right was Marie of the tribe of Sullivan, whose birthplace called to mind stringed harps and dancing fairies, and on the left was Dolores, she who came from the place of silvery waters. And in the great Council Hall, there stood one Agnes of the tribe of Creahan, and near her was Jane, whose tribe was White. And now there was dignity and solemnity in the bearing of these of the inner and smallest circle, yet they put not gayety from their lives, but soughtfto be as a beacon, guiding those who were yet far down in the council ranks. And those who had come but recently to the Temple regarded them with awe and reverence. Now, while it was good that they should do so, yet the exalted ones wished that it might be known that they saw and noted these lesser beings and welcomed them to their midst. And so it was that they prepared the autumn carnival where they frolicked together with the spirits 'mid the swirling leaves. Now at this time when the year was drawing to a close, it was fitting that all should offer thanks for the fruits of the harvest, and hence a great pageant was held, as was wont each year, that should commemorate the deeds of their ancestors, and should fire all with new zeal, should spur them on to fresh efforts, being withal a thing of beauty. And this was called A Rose O' Plymouth Town, a pageant beyond all others as this Senior Camp Fire rose above all Camp Fires gone before. fini herein did. the Princess Celina and many of her braves hold forth and charm a earts. Soon, before one could have believed it, they had made the last winter pilgrimage to their home lands and had returned to confront for the last time plague of the Mid Years, mighty in which was Hist. of the tribe of Ed., he who had darkened the days of many, keeping them even from Sheas by day, and from sleep by night. 48