Downers Grove North High School - Cauldron Yearbook (Downers Grove, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 148 of the 1925 volume:

THE CAULDRON Douglas Huntington Editor-in-Chief Arnold Klein Business Manager 1 925 Volume VI l’l'ISLISIlKD BY THE SENIOR (LASS OF THE DOWXKRS (iHOYK HIGH SCHOOL Doris C. Shuman Four Helen Hatfield Homer K. Bale I) E I) I (’ A T I () X To these three advisors who have worked with us in our fast two years of High School life DORIS ( SHUMAN IIjELEN I. IIATEIELD and HOMER E. BALE do we dedicate this, the Cauldron of Nineteen Hundred Twenty-Jive Fi'jf F O R E W () R I) This hook, as is the way of hooks, is pub- lished with the hope that its popularity will he instantaneous and lasting. Within its eovers you of a critical turn of mind will find sundry mistakes, some excusable, some unheard of. For these we offer no excuses. Perhaps, also, you will find a few virtues. We shall accept full credit for these. “The Cauldron” is our record of a school year of Downers Grove High School, and we sincerely hope that it puts before you, its reader, a better insight into the activities of an active school. Stven THE ST. A F F Douglas Huntington Editor-in-Chief Arnold Klein Business Manager Robert McVitty Assistant Business Manager Gilbert Mochel A Avert is ing Ma nager Marion Harvey Subscription Manager Charles West Literary Editor Jeanette Phelps . Social Editor Thomas Canty Athletic Editor Evelyn Wolf Art Editor Hazel Heartt .... Alumni Editor Julia Perron Dramatic Editor Genevieve Drella Girls' Athletics Editor Willard Anderson Joke Editor Jack Blakeslee Junior Editor Wc wish here to thank Elizabeth Merrylees for her excellent work in the Art Department. Sinf B () A R I) () F E I) U C A T I () X Community High School District No. 99 F. N. Davis President Y. D. Herrick ... Secretary Mrs. N. R. Feasley Mr. C. A. Carlson Mr. I II. W'einheimer Mr. X. I'.. Anderson E R X E S T I L K R Superintendent of Schools Graduate from University of Chicago, B.S. in Ed. Graduate Student School of Education, University of Chicago, 1914 Twelve Charlotte I). Anderson English B.A., Northwestern I’niversity Kvanston, Illinois Homer K. Bale .... Science B.S., Illinois College Jacksonville, Illinois Florence K. Bleecker Latin B.A., Magna cum laude Columbia University New Yorfc City. X. V. Ray 1). Hahn Physical Education B.S.. Kansas Agricultural College Manhattan, Kansas I I ELEN I RENE I 1 AT El ELI) H istOry B.A., Karl ha m College Richmond, Indiana Thirl fen Clarence Johnson Manual Arts I)e Kalb Normal School I)c Kalb, Illinois Margaret Knox Secretary Ruth B. Miller English B.A., Illinois Wesleyan Bloomington, Illinois Ruby Radclifek Commercial Kdcer 1). Russel . Mathematics A.B., W estminster College Fulton, Missouri Fourteen Doris C. Shuman French B.A., Illinois College Jacksonville, Illinois Asasys Smith Physical Director B.S., Northwestern (ni versit y Kvanston, Illinois BLANCH E TilOM PSO X Columbia School of Music Chicago, Illinois Fifteen OUR FACULTY •i.«ur SixtfM r ii e CLASS O F 1 9 2 5 Miss Spinner Colors Maroon and White Flower American Beauty OFFICERS 1921-1922 Advisor Douglas Huntington President Clara Rogers Secretory and Treasurer Grace Bailey • Social Chairman Miss Spinner 1922-1923 Advisor ( i L E N N I: ATH E R B E E President Kvelyn W olf Pice-President Clara Rogers Secretary and Treasurer Ruth Geissert Social Chairman 1923-1924 Miss Shuman, Miss Hatfield, Mr. Bale Arnold Klein ..... Douglas Huntington James Twoiiey Glenn Weatherbee Advisors President Pice-President Secretary Treasurer 1924-1925 Miss Shuman, Miss Hatfield, Mr. Bale Wilbur Coleman .... James Twoiiey Earnest right Marion Harvey ..... Advisors President Pice-President Secretary Treasurer Eighteen Edward Adams .... “Ed” “ Brevity is the soul of wit.” Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (3); Forum (4); Debating Team (4): Latin Club (3), (4); Ili-Y Club (2), (3); “Importance of Being Earnest” (4). Horace Adams “Horace” “ little backward about coming forward. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Forum (4); Debating Team (4); Latin Club (i)? (2), (3), (4). Robert Andrus “Bob” A quiet assurance that means business.” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Football (2), (3), (4); School Betterment Committee (3); Track Captain (4). Evelyn Baron ... “Pug” “ The harder I try the gooder to be, the worser I am Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Girls’ Reserve (2), (3), Treasurer (4): CL A. A. (4); Forum (4); Glee Club (2), (3), (4); Hockey (4); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Mildred Bell “Mid” “She changes her mind like the wind. Elmhurst High School (1), (2); Athletic Association (3), (4): CL A. A. (3) , (4L Glee Club (3); Dramatic Club (3); Hockey (4); Girls’ Reserve (4) ; Forum (4); “Miss Cherry Blos- som” (3). Sineteen Martha Blakey “Martha” A sweet attractive kind of grace.” Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4): Dramatic Club (i);(Jlce Club (1), (2), (3); (liris' Reserve (4); G. A. A. (4); Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Thomas Canty . . “Tom” A friend at all times” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Football (3), Captain (4); Track (3) , (4); Baseball (2), (3), (4); Hi-Y Club (1), (2), (3), (4); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); Lass of Limerick Town (4); Athletic Editor Cauldron (4) . Wilbur Coleman Bill” Can't ruffle his good nature” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Football (3), (4); Glee Club (2), (3), (4): Hi-Y Club (3), Treasurer (4); Dramatic Club (3), (4); “Only 38” (2); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); “Merchant Gentleman” (3); “The Importance of Being Earnest” (4); Lass of Limerick Town” (4); Latin Club fi), (2), (3), (4); Forum (4); Class President (4); Track (4). Donald Davis “Don” Bringing sunshine and good cheer” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Ili-Y Club (4); Latin Club (2), (3); Vice-President Radio Club (4); Track (4). Norval Deach “Dcach” “ You have to be in his classes to know him” Athletic Association (2), (4); Dramatic Club (3); Radio Club (4); Latin Club (3); Miss Cherry Blos- som” (3); Hi-Y Club (4). Twenty Genevieve Drella . “(Jen” “ Wondrous is the strength of cheerfulness.'' Athletic Association (3). (4); Girls’ Reserve (3), (4); Glee Club (1), (4); Latin Club (2), (3); G. A. A. (4); Dramatic Club (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4); ('«iris' Athletic Editor Cauldron (4); Hockey (4). Howard Foreman “Bow” “ A good sport in a modest way. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2); Hi-Y Club (3), (4); Baseball (3'. (4); Radio Club (4). Don GJali.up . . . “Perry” “ A quiet tvit and a quiet doer of deeds. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Football (3); Basketball (3); Baseball (2), (3), (4); Basketball Manager (4). Twenty-one Caleb Diener “Cabic” “ Life holds indeed a serious tone. Athletic Association (2). (3): Radio Club (4). Harry Frazier “Harry” “ Happy-go-lucky. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1); Football (3), (4); Basketball (3), (4); Hi-Y Club (3), (4); Dramatic Club (3): “Merchant Gentleman” (3). Tute nty-two Ruth Geissert “Fritzie” “She always dors the gracious thing. Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (1), (2), (3); “Bohemian Girl” (2); Class Social Chairman (2); “Only 38” (2). Dorothy Graves “Dot” “Quiet, thoughtful and sincere. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Girls’ Reserve (4); Hockey (4); (I. A. A. (4); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3) ; “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Marian Harvey “Maryannc” System is the keynote to success Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4) ; Latin Club (2), Vice-President (3) , (4); Dramatic Club (1), (2), Secretary (3); Secretary Treasurer Forum (4); Girls' Reserve (2), (3), (4) ; Glee Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Class Treasurer (4); Subscription Manager Cauldron (4); “Bohemian Girl” (1); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Hazel Heartt .... “Haze” “ Steady, and always true at heart. School Betterment Committee (2); Glee Club (l), (2). (3), (4); Girls’ Reserve (4); Athletic Association (1), (2) , (3), (4): Latin Club (1), (3), Treasurer (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Alumni Kditor Cauldron (4); “Im- portance of Being Lamest ” (4); “ Lass of Limerick Town” (4); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3). Douglas Huntington “Pooch” A gallant knight there was. ” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Football (4): Basketball (3), Captain (4): Hi-Y Club (2), Treasurer (3) , (4); Class President (1), Vice- President (3); Latin Club (1), (2); Dramatic Club Treasurer (2); Base- ball (3); School Social Committee (3); “Only 38” (2); Sophomore Kditor Cauldron (2); Assistant Business Man- ager (3); Editor Cauldron (4); Track (4) . Frank Kelly .... “Spike” A smile that won't wear off. Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); I li-Y Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Glee Club (2); “Bohemian Girl” (1); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3). Arnold Klein .... “Amy” “ The old standby. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); I li-Y Club (1), (2). Secretary (3), Vice President (4); Football (4); Basketball (4); Class President (3); Dramatic Club (3); Business Manager Cauldron (4); “Merchant Gentle- man” (3). Marion Klinefelter “Kliny” Success crowns labor. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2), (3); Dramatic Club (2); («iris' Reserve (4); School Social Committee (2); Class ice- President (3); “ Demeter and Her Maidens” (2); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Betty Mahoney “Batty” “ There's a naughty twinkle in her eye. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2); School Social Committee (3); Girls’ Reserve (3), Secretary (4); Buildings and Grounds Committee (3); Importance of Being Lamest” (4). Shirley Maxi ield “Shirley” Shirley usually gets her say—and her way. ” Glee Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (l), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (1) , (2), (3); Athletic Association (1) (2) , (3), (4); Girls’ Reserve (4); G. A. A. (4); Building and Grounds Committee (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Twenty-three Gilbert Mociiel “Gib’’ “Gib will make a noise in the -world.' Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (3); Latin Club (1); Football Manager (4); School Betterment Committee (2); Building and Grounds Committee (3); Forum (4); Hi-Y Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Orchestra (1), (2), (3), (4); Junior Fditor (3); Advertising Manager Cauldron 4 : “The Merchant Gentle- man” (3): “Importance of Being Far nest ” (4). Mary Moore...................“Tut” “A laugh is -worth a hundred groans in any market Mt. Pleasant High School (1), (2); Athletic Association (3), (4); G. A. A. (4); Girls' Reserve Cabinet (4); Latin Club 14); Glee Club (4); President Forum (4); Hockey (4); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Arthur McElroy “Art He stands by the teams.” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Hi-Y Club (3), (4); Radio Club (4); Building and Grounds Committee (3); Dramatic Club (3); Football (4� . Beatrice Nielsen . . “Beets” Here's to the girl so true.” Athletic Association (1), (2), (4); Girls’ Reserve (3), (4); Glee Club (1). (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (3); Forum (4); Hockey (4); G. A. A. (4 : “The Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Julia Perron ... “Julia “ The spice of life is always with her. Athletic Association (2), (3), (4); G. A. A. (4); Dramatic Club (2): («iris’ Reserve (3). (4); President Girls’ Reserve (4); Dramatic Fditor Cauldron (4). Twenty-tour Jeanette Phelps “Jean” Enthusiasm her touchstone.'' Athletic Association (i), (2). (3), (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Girls' Reserve (2), (3), (4); Demeter and Her Maidens (1); Glee Club (1); President G. A. A. (4); “Only 38 (2); Latin Club Vice-President (4); Social Kditor Cauldron (4); Class Social Chairman (3); School Social Commit- tee (4); Hockey (4); Forum (4); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4); Im- portance of Being Karnest (4). George Ray . . “Piute ’ “ you wish a thing well done, do it yourself Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Glee Club (1). (2), (3), (4); Ili-Y Club (3), (4); Latin Club (4': Radio Club (4); Football (4); School Social Committee (4); School Property Com- mittee (2); Dramatic Club (3), (4): Stage Manager for all High School Plays (1), (2), (3), (4); Track (4). Franklin Roe “Charley” “ A good shoulder to the wheel. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Glee Club (1), (2), (3). (4); “Bohemian Girl (1 : “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Flea nor Schultz “Schlitz “ II hen I have anything to do, I go and do it Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4� ; Glee Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (2), (3), (4): Forum (4): Hockey (4): Girls' Reserve (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club 1 1), (2), (3); “Only 38” (2); “Bohemian Girl (l); “Im- portance of Being Farncst (4); “ Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Dorothy Scott “Dorothy “Morning, noon and night, the same. Immaculate High School (1), (2); Athletic Association (3), (4): 1 loekey (4); Latin Club (3); Girls' Reserve (3), (4); G. A. A. (4); Forum (4); Debating Team (4): Glee Club (4); Dramatic Club (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). T:t enty-fice Makcaret Siiurti: A quiet, sincere girl. Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (3); School Property Committee (3): (iirls” Re- serve (4); Glee Club (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2). John Stoops .... “Stobe” He k nowet h his history full well. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); I li-Y Club (3), (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Latin Club (2), (3), (4). Maroaret Sullivan “Sully” “ Just one of us. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); («. A. A. (4); Latin Club (1), (2), (3), 14'; Girls’ Reserve (1), (2), (3); Dramatic Club (1), (2); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Twenty-six Myron Steffy “Stcffy” An industrious fellow whose success is assured. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2), (3); Dramatic Club (2), (3); President Radio Club (4); “Importance of Being Lamest” (4)- Thomas Tizzard .... “Tom’’ “ Not a pessimist, an opto mist with humor Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Ni-Y Club (1), (2), (3), (4); . Dramatic Club (1), (2); Radio Club (4); Track (4)- James Tvvohey .... “Jim” “ As pro tu' to mischief, ns able to perform it.” Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4); Latin Club (i), (2); Hi-Y Club (2) , (3), (4); Football (4): Baseball (3) ; Track (3), (4): Class Secretary (3); Class Vice-President (4). Vernon ansi:low “Vernie” “Music hath charms. ” Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Glee Club (1), (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2), (3), (4); Orchestra (2), (3), (4); Radio Club (4); “Bohemian Girl (1); “Miss Cherry Blossom” (3); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4); “Merchant Gentleman” (3); Dramatic Club (3), (4); Debating Team (4); Forum (4); Ili-Y Club (3), (4); Track (4). Glenn VYeatiierbee . “Dink” Good nature costs nothing. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4), Secretary and Treasurer (4); Ili-Y Club (2), (3); President Ili-Y Club (4): Latin Club (1), (2); Orches- tra (1), (2), (3); Football (4): Class President (2); Class Treasurer (3). John W’edell “Wcedle” “Old reliable John. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3), (4); Radio Club (4): Ili-Y Club (3), (4); Latin Club (1), (2); Glee Club (1); “Importance of Being Far nest” (4 - Charles West “Chuck” “Chuck knows what lie's talking about. Athletic Association (1), (2), (3). (4); Latin Club (1), (2), (3); Orchestra (1), (4); Literary Fditor Cauldron (4). Twenty-ff:rn Marion Wheeler “Marion” “Silence, where a great many speak.” Athletic Association (i), (2), (3), (4): Latin Club (1), (2): Hockey (4); Girls’ Reserve (4): CL A. A. (4); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Evelyn Wolf “Shorty” “ She is clever and petite Athletic Association (3), (4); G. A. A. (4); Girls' Reserve (2), (3), (4); Dramatic Club (2), (3); Latin Club (2), (3); Hockey (4); Class Vice- President (2); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4): Art Editor Cauldron C4). John Cooper . . .. “John” A worth) student and a sincere friend transferred to us from the west. Through a misunderstanding in credits he did not graduate last year, but we arc glad to number him with the class of ’25. Earnest Wright “Ernie” Both jolly and congenial bent. Morris High School (1), (2); Glee Club (3). (4); I li-Y Club (3). (4); Athletic Association (3), (4); Class Secretary (4); “Lass of Limerick Town” (4). Sam Hurley...............“Sam” He cares not for convention. Athletic Association (1), (2). (3), President 14 : Football (3), 4); Cheer Leader (2). (3); Hi-Y Club (4); “Only 38” (2); Track (4). Twenty-fight II () X () R S T U I) E X T S This page is dedicated to the recognition of the two members of the Senior Class whose grades, for the four years in high school, have been the highest. Kven as an athlete is honored, so should the student be honored. Myron StefTy and Charles West are the two whose records are outstanding in the Class of '25. We congratulate them. Tu tnty-nine ('LASS II I S T () R Y It was a great day for us when we first entered the portals of Downers Grove High School to begin our four years apprenticeship for college, or for the great wide world. We were about eighty strong, green as grass, and greatly awed by this business of studying, reciting, and being chased by upper classmen. However, nothing tragic occurred and we grew courageous enough to hold our first class meeting, at which the following officers were elected: Douglas Huntington, President, Grace Bailey, Social Chairman, and Clara Rogers, Secretary and Treas- urer. Laboring under the great difficulties of Freshmen, we entered into all activities, and our boys began to shine in athletics. We put on two very successful parties that year, and had delightful times, despite our freshness. In the fall of 'll we returned to resume our work, more confident, and extremely haughty when in the presence of Freshmen. Our leaders for this year were: Glenn Weatherbee. President, Evelyn Wolf, Vice-President, and Clara Rogers, Secretary and Treasurer. There was one lone party thrown by us during our second term. Its feature was a skit called the “Lion Tamers’ Club”. In the autumn of 1923 there were fifty-three proud Juniors strutting about the halls, directing Freshmen to their various nurseries. This happy year was spent with Arnold Klein, President, Douglas Huntington, Vice-President, James Twohey, Secretary, and Glenn Weat herbee, Treasurer. Kvcryone had a great time at our “hardtimes” party, for we all felt natural. “Stephen Steps Out ”, a movie, was given to finance the Junior-Senior Banquet, our pride and joy. The Banquet was put on at the School, April 26th, 1924. The colors of the Class of ’24, blue and gold, were used as decorations of the Banquet Hall. Mr. Her acted as toastmaster, and various members of the faculty and student body spoke. As soon as the food had been consumed, we repaired to the gym, and enjoyed one of the best dances of the year. The Seniors praised this Banquet highly, and we were proud of ourselves. Then came our last year. We felt greatly the added prestige and responsibility of Seniors. 'Flic class officers chosen were W ilbur Coleman, President, James Twohey, Vice-President, Earnest Wright, Secretary. Marian Harvey, Treasurer. The most important work of our Senior year was the publishing of the “Cauldron”. We elected a staff, and into their capable hands we turned over the “Cauldron” work, feeling that our final year was well started. W e were guilty of only one social event. On a clear, crisp night in October we ventured out into the country, roasted weenies in the bright embers of the camp fire, danced to the music of a wee phonograph, and had a general good time. Another movie was sponsored for the benefit of the “Cauldron”. It was “Potash and Pcrlmuttcr in Hollywood”, and our usual luck and success were evident. Our class ran the Homecoming Dance, and was successful again. The last two events of our school life were the play, “The Importance of Being Earnest”, and the Carnival. Dorothy Scott. Thirty LAS T W I L L A N I) T E S T A M K X T We, the Seniors of Downers Grove High School, being in good health, at present, but not knowing when we may become mentally unbalanced, or be stricken with some dread disease, as fallen arches, do hereby will and bequeath, to those following, our entire worldly possessions. We name Miss Knox executrix of this our last will and testament. Edward Adams leaves his oratorical powers to Jack Blakcslce. Horace Adams bequeaths his place on the Junior police to Fremont Plambcck. Keep out of the way of those wild “ottos”, Curley. Bob Andrus says he will gladly give Ed. Brooks his plow. This is a great sacrifice, Red. You should appreciate it. Evelyn Baron, very reluctantly leaves Hubie to Avis Pitcher. Few would be so generous. Mildred Bell leaves her dreamy eyes to Bessie Andrus; look out for sheiks Bessie. Martha Blakcy tosses her total possessions up for grabs. Tom Canty leaves his football prowess to George Bensley. ilbur Coleman needs all lie has and will accept donations. Donald Davis leaves his marcelle wave to Clara Zarn. Norval Dcach, lovingly bequeaths his shell-rimmed goggles to Mr. Russell. Caleb Diener leaves his picture to the Assembly Hall. Genevieve Drella parts with her smile. Esther Offerlc is the happy recipient. Howard Foreman donates his surplus energy to the Frosh and Sophs. Divided evenly, it might wake them up. Harry Frazier bequeaths the gym to anyone who will haul it away. Don Gallup leaves the basketball managership to Anthony Sebastian. Ruth Geissert leaves her coiffure to Eva Pollack. Dorothy Graves’ baby talk is left in charge of Frances Benning. Marion Harvey bequeaths her check-book to Wallace Hopper. I'sc it to the best advantage, Wallace. Hazel Heartt leaves Downers Grove to anvonc who wants it. She prefers Oak Park. Douglas Huntington leaves his executive ability to Don Dcegan. Sam Hurley bequeaths his stature to Howard Mochel. Frank Kellv bequeaths his full supply of diamond studded shoe horns to Miss Miller. Arnold Klein bequeaths to the faculty his collection of gum and P. K’s. The School is left to Mr. Her, by Marion Klinefelter. Betty Mahoney nearly left Amy but decided to take him along. Thirty-one Shirley Maxfield bequeaths her brother to next years’ football team. The team can never realize how lucky it is. Arthur McElroy leaves one of his shirts as a curtain for the stage. Gilbert Mochel after deep meditation, decided to leave his dates with Jane to the care of Earl McCollum. Mary Moore leaves 37 lb. avoirdupois to the 1925 football center. “B” Xcilsen is going to make a will of her own. Probably doesn’t want us to know who gets Spencer Darn! Ralph Hyde gets Julia Perron’s glasses and grin. Jean Phelps leaves her checkered stockings to Helen Johanek. George Ray says Bud Yandcrpoel can have the length of his (George’s) legs any time he wants them. Edwin Lawson is more than welcome to I'ranklin Roc’s cowboy hat. Giddap! Eleanor Schultz leaves her favorite expression “Ooh Kid!” and her sunny disposi- tion to anyone who can use them to advantage, regardless of age, sex, color, or shape of cars. Dorothy Scott gives Carl Yogler her trick voice. Xow he has two. Hooray! Margaret Shurte's vast store of knowledge is left to the Frosh. Don’t be too sparing of it children. Arthur Brown draws Myron Stcffy’s haircut. John Stoops donates a wealth of good nature to the faculty. Margaret Sullivan bequeaths her kid brother to Charlotte Bordwcll. Thomas Tizzard leaves what is left of his desk to the Assembly. James Twohey condescendingly leaves Catherine Whitehorn to Lester Miller. Vernon Yanselow parts with his fiddle. It’s placed in Albert Bartlett's hands. Opportunity knocks but once, Albert. W illard Anderson receives Glenn eatherbee’s sideburns. You’ll make a good butler in the next High School play, W illard. John WVdell leaves three Gillette blades and a styptic pencil to Harold Kcster. Crescy Woehrel receives three “A” grades and a ‘‘B”, from Charles West. Marion W heeler bequeaths her gift of gab to Beulah Jacobs. Don’t take it out on Barney, Beulah. Evelyn Wolf gives her very extensive wardrobe to Hebe. That’s a new dress every day. Earnest W right very unselfishly bequeaths to Miss Thompson his Saxaphone. The Class of ’25 leaves its sympathy to the student body, its ability to choose good class rings to the Class of '27, and four alarm clocks to waken the students at the close of “pep” sessions. Drawn up on this 29th day of May, in the year of our Lord, One Thousand Nine Hundred and Twenty-five, and witnessed by: ? ? ? Thirty-two C L A S S P R () P II K (' Y “ I ley. Klein. W here you goin’?” “ I low should I know?” queried the driver of the Dodge Sedan that was leading. “Well, let’s get rid of this casket, it bothers us,” cried several voices front the back seat of the second car. The cars stopped and four couples clamored out of each car. A small box, resembling a coffin such as one sees in an undertaker’s window, was lifted out of one. A spade and a lantern were produced out of the darkness and the procession silently and carefully crept thru the trees and over a fence. The leaders with the box stopped. The lantern was lit and someone pointed out a large boulder. After a whispered discussion one boy started digging while the rest quietly gathered around and looked on. The ground was packed down and the sod replaced. 1940 'I'he office boy ushered into the President’s office a woman who showed every evidence of being used to confronting financial magnates. She took the proffered chair and after a moment’s silence began to speak in a low tone. “I didn’t expect to see you here, Mr. Weathcrbce.” The banker got up and grasped her by the hand exclaiming, “Is your name Marian. Miss Harvey? 1 should have known that when I saw that you were the Manager of the George Ray Theatres of New York.” After talking over old times she presented a key and the office boy brought in a safe deposit box which held a single sheet of paper that resembled the directions to buried pirate treasure. “I believe you have carried out your duties as treasurer very well. You have a balance of two cents left from the amount you deposited for the rent of the box and I think that is the two cents that Edward Adams was always putting in. Miss Harvey.” They stepped outside and a large car drew up to the curb with Eleanor Schultz driving. 'They promptly accepted the invitation to ride. Driving up Main Street they passed Mrs. Betty Klein waiting outside of Klein Brothers’ Meat Market. Miss Harvey was informed that the lady entering Mary Moore's Beauty Shop was Mildred Bell, silk buyer for the Downers Grove Dry Goods Store, and that man with the derby was Wilbur Coleman, who had bought out C. fiord Davis. Miss Schultz pulled up to the curb to let a fire truck pass and Miss Harvey exclaimed, “I’ll bet that was Don Gallup driving it!” Leaving the city behind they saw in the distance a large mansion which was pointed out as belonging to Bob Andrus, a member of the Board of Trade. Going by the pasture fi'ranklin Roe was seen driving a herd of cattle. Just after passing a troop of Boy Scouts led by Horace Adams, Miss Schultz stepped on the ac- celerator and a big policeman on a motorcycle handed her a ticket to appear before Judge Martha Blakey, the name on the bottom of the ticket informed them that the policeman was none other than Tom Canty. They slowly proceeded to the fi'orcst Preserve and found a large crowd awaiting them. Several old class mates were reading signs announcing that Douglas Hunt- ington was a candidate for the office of Governor of Illinois and that Edward Adams was running for Senator from the same state. Marian Harvey took out the slip of paper and a small compass and for the next ten minutes all was quiet while she tried to locate the boulder. At last it was found and everyone wanted to dig at the same time. Marion heeler was the first to see a corner of the box and it was raised to the sunlight for the first time in Thirty-three fifteen years. At this time the Rev. Earnest Wright climbed to the top of the rock and spoke a few words. “Fellow classmates, it gives me great pleasure to be with you today. Some of you I have not seen since that night in 1925 when each and everyone of us signed our names to a slip of paper and told what we expected to be doing in 1940. At last the great day has arrived and we have gathered to open this famous casket in which we have sealed our ambitions. As I read off these names and the ambition, will the person named arise and tell in what he or she, as the case may be, is now engaged. I’pon close examination 1 am very sorry to say that someone in the party that night in May, 1925 furnished a fountain pen containing purple ink. I remember the color because I also used it, and time has revealed the fact that this writing material could not stand the ages and therefore I am unable to read about half of the prophecies.” “The first name is Beatrice Xeilsen. Movie Actress.” “All 1 can claim to be is a church deaconess.” “Jean Phelps, Mrs. I). K. Huntington.” “ Rev. right, I am still single and teaching in a country school.” “Caleb Diener, Aviator.” “I am Mack Sennett’s best actor.” “Dorothy Scott, Physicist.” “I suppose you all know that I am Caleb's leading lady.” “Margaret Shurtc, Preacher’s wife.” “Not here and nobody knows where she is,” spoke up someone. “James Twohcv, Millionaire.” “I have just been appointed to take Mr. Ilcr’s place as Supt. of schools and 1 might just as well add that Margaret Sullivan has accepted the position as my private secretary.” “Charles West, Author.” “Charlie isn't here but I understand that he has been appointed Captain in the Chinese Army,” volunteered a small voice in the back of the crowd. “Marion Wheeler, no ambition.” “I am a great Archaeologist and it was really I who discovered King Solomon’s Tern pie.” “Don Callup, President of the I . S.” “ 1 le is over on the other side of town putting out a fire.” “ Kvelyn Wolf, Artist.” “She couldn't be here, she is home rocking a cradle.” “Harry Frazier, Olympic Star.” “I am the best coach in New Mexico. My school is in Littletown.” “Hazel Ileartt, More Men.” “ Kvervbody reads my wonderful stories, both love and fairy.” “Shirley Maxfield, Nurse.” “Ladies and Gentlemen, all 1 have to say is that I want everyone to vote for my husband, Edward, for Senator from our fair state.” “ Xorval Deach, Explorer.” 1 would be pleased if any of you could tell me where I could get a position that would not require much energy or brain work.” “Ruth Geisscrt, live in Hinsdale.” “Herbie Jr. is getting a tooth and she couldn’t leave him.” “ Evelyn Baron, Stenographer.” “Last I heard of her she was on her honeymoon,” said James Twohey. “Sam Hurley, farmer.” “Sam’s in Australia, raising and taming Kangaroos for Ringling Brothers’ Circus.” “Howard Foreman, says his ambition is to get married.” Thirty-four He is down in South America scouting for the Philadelphia Baseball team. He left his wife two years ago.” “Here is the last one, Dorothy Graves, Marry the Prince of Wales.” I saw her in Paris, making styles, when I was there last Spring, replied Hazel Hcartt. On the motion of John Wcdcll, the famous cartoonist, the meeting was trans- ferred to Prank Kelly’s Burlesque. Just as they arrived Marion Klinefelter was accompanying herself on the piano. The act was News of the day over the radio from the Stcffy and Tizzard Studio, controlled by the Downers Grove Reporter and Gilbert Mochcl, the newspaper magnate. When they learned that John W edell was to give a chalk talk in the next act everyone left. They finally arrived at “Stumble Inn”. J. Stoops and I). Davis, the proprietors threw open the house. Art McElroy behind the bar set up the drinks. Julia Perron was waiting on a few customers in the corner. The orchestra with Vernon VanSclow leading, started up and Genevieve Drella entertained with her light fantastic toe. Pavlowa had taught her well. The writer couldn’t stand the shock and was carried out. Glenn W hath e r b e e. Thirty-five Thirty- ' ix Thirty-fight JUNIORS Georgk Bensley I EGG Y ' E! M l EIM E R Maude Haller Virginia Lacey Miss Miller Miss Smith Mr. Russell President ’ ice- President Secretary Treat urer ! Advisors Bailey, Grace Barnhart, William Bennixg, Frances Bensch, Amelia Bensley, George Blares lee. Jack H. Boland, Katherine Bordwell, Charlotte Brooks, Howard Carpenter, Ray Drees, Eleanor Drella, Bernice Dressler, Irving Drew, Howard Di m, Samuel Fra n k e x i i e ld, J a n e Grout, Margaret Haller, Maude I Iammoxd, Margaret I 1A X C11ETT, B E AT RIC E I Iaworth, Elizabeth Henderson, Richard 11offert. Hubert IIofkmax, Jack Hyde, Ella Kellogg, Richard Kester, Florence Lacey, Virginia Lawson, Edwin Matson, Dorothy M a nit eld, James Mich a e l, F lor e n c e Miller, Lester Miskelly. Sam Mochel, Evelyn McNally, Iona McVitty, Robert Nargney, Jean Nordstadt, Ei.na I ’ ATT ERSON, Do ROT 11Y Patton. Earl Pollock, Eva Potter, Marjorie Ray, William Rigsbee, Zelma S C H A E TZ L E, G L A D Y S Snow, Genevieve Stattox, Olive Steffy, Harold Sti:ib, Mabel Sullivan, Leonard Waim.es, Eleanor Weixheimer, Peggy Welch, Lillian Wolf, Geraldine Zarn, Clara Thxrty-ninr CLASS OF 2 ( Downers Grove High School is quite a place to receive an education, as four score green-horns found, on entering this institution. They were rather timid, and in secret meeting, with locked and barred doors, they elected Dorothy Patter- son, President; Idea nor Waples, Vice-President; and William Ray, Treasurer. With Miss Gault as advisor, they stepped from their bonds and progressed rapidly. Their first event was a hard times party, which was successful in feeding many uninvited Seniors. One year later, with sturdy step and empty head, they entered the hall of Fame. They were well represented in all branches of athletics and young ladies beauty parlors. William Ray was leading the class and with Miss Watts as ad- visor they threw the biggest affair of the year, in the form of a masque party. F.ven with their super-intelligence, it was difficult for them to distinguish Dick Kellogg from the girls. In the year of 1925, entering with a superior group of students and athletes, the class was hailed with joy by teachers and coaches alike. Miss Miller, the finest of teachers, was sponsor; George Hensley was President and V irginia Lacey and Maude Haller acted as Secretary and Treasurer. The boys produced several outstanding athletes, and the girls some mental giants. With two of the aforementioned outstanding athletes as captains, the I). G. II. S. football and basketball teams for next year arc expected to come through in great style. The Junior-Senior Banquet was one of the best ever given. No other feat of note was performed by them in their junior year, but much is expected of them in their Senior year. George Bexslky. Forty S () P II () M () R K S Donnell Deegan President Arthur Stephens Pice-President Alice Matson Secretary Beulah Jacobs Treasurer Mrs. Anderson, Miss Radcliffe Advisors Anderson, W illard Littleford, Ksther Andorf, Albert Maekckkr. P lo r e n c e Andrus, P'verette P. Martin, Alma M. Andrus, Mabel Matson, Alice Beresford, Alice I ER R Y LE ES, P. LIZA B BTH B LA N K EN BI RG, Cll A R LOTTE 11eczkovvski, Stanley Bogart, Clarissa Mills, Laura Boldebuck, Esther Moiins, Gordon Bower. Myrtle Offerle, Esther K. L. Brown, Arthur Pitcher, Avis Chester, Irene PlaMBECK, PREMONT Chester, Burch a rd Pozdol, Edward Conley, Robert Jay Rohli ing, Marion II. Deegan, Donnell Schrager, Karl Dressler, Gertrude C. Sen rank, Clara Dim, Prank Sebastian, Anthony Gleason, Mary I. SIN G L ET E R R Y, K 1: N N ET 11 Haller, Violet Skuttle, Irene I IASLETT. VILFORD Stephens, Arthur J. Heintz, John Swider, Joseph Hopper, W allace 1'iiomas, Prances I Iudson, Gladys TlMKE, ERNA Hyde, Ralph Towsley, Pred E. Jacobs, Beulah ogler, Carl P. Johnson, Esther W EATIIERBEE, 11 ELEN Johanek. Helen W edell, Roy Karesh, Tillie W HIT E H O R N, Cat IIE RIN E Kessl, Stephen W’OEHRL, CrESCY Kester, Harold W ylie, Kendall K R AGE LA N I). 11LDRE1) Mejdrich, Robert Leavitt, Thomas Forty-three The class of 27 entered high school with an enrollment of cightv-one members. W e quickly adapted ourselves to high school routine, and soon became an or- ganized class under the leadership of Fred Towsley, President; Clarissa Bogart, Vice-President; Irene Chester, Secretary; and Fremont Plambeck, Treasurer. We all participated in the various activities, and a good number of the class was on the honor roll. Freshmen boys were represented in track, baseball, and lightweight basketball, to say nothing of our glee club members and school com- mitteemen. There were two parties in our premier year of high school life, one given by our mothers, and the other a picnic on the farm of James Mackey. The next year, having endured the Freshmen ordeal, we emerged full-blown Sophs. Our officers were elected as follows: Donnell Dcegan, President; Arthur Stephans, Vice-President; Alice Matson, Secretary; and Beulah Jacobs, Treasurer. Again the class of '27 excelled in all activities, social, educational, mental and physical. Sophomore boys again helped carry the Purple and White to victory on the field and in the gymnasium. Our one social event was a Hallowe’en party in the gym. Games and dancing were the features of the evening. Thus, after two active years, the class of ‘27 has been welded into a group of loyal, hard-working upholders of I). G. II. S. Arthur Stephens. Forty-four R K S II M K X Lawrence Bridgemax Loraine Heixze Dorothy Kasley Ivan Mansfield Miss Bleecker, Mr. Johnson President P ice-President Secretary Treasurer Advisors Adams, Ruth Anders, Bessie Baron, Theodore Bartlett, Albert Bauxach, Helen Becker. Bernard Berg, Klizabeth Blanchard, Betty Boughton, ii.LIAM I� RI I� ; EM A N. I A Y R K NCE Brown, Stanley Burns, Marjorie Chambers, Klsii: Crider, Charles Dusek, 'Lillie Kasley, Dorothy Kllis, Kdward Kddy, Howard I' raser. Robert Godbold, Ralph Hall, Lyman 11 ansen, Daisy Haworth, Robert 1 I E A RTT, IA RGA R ET Hecht, VlKGIL Heinze, Loraine Herring, Burton Hoagland, alter Hoffman, Kthei. Hubbert, Raymond Hunt, Dorothy Kfmpfer, John Kent, Helen Knaak, Mildred Kolpa, Theodore Kreml, Stanley Larson, Arnold Leithem. Marie Lukes, Charles Mackey, James Mansfield. Ivan Merrylees, Ruth Michael, Kmersox Miskelly, Minnie MoCHEL, GERTRUDE Mochel, Howard Moore, Robert Mrkvicka, Joseph McCollum, Karl Novak, Kdward Oates, Kenneth Oestmax, Levina Perkins, Gabriei.le Poborsky, Charles Presley, Gladys Randall, Dorothy R ASS W EIL E R. K A T H E R Y N Rawclifee, Alan Reha, Bernard Rodlund, Charles Scott, Virginia Sherlock, Nina Silvers, Bernice Surdukowski, Marie Swailes, Frances Tholin, V iolet ANDERPOEL, ARTHUR Wachi.ek. Dorothy W api.es, Kugene W’einiieimer, Philip Welch. Raymond Wildish. Winifred Forty-seven Luck'j K� A Km -Ooh Forty-tight CLASS O V ’ 2 4 On Sunday. May 25th, 1 924. at three o'clock p. m. the Baccalaureate Sermon was given, at the Methodist Episcopal Church, by Rev. A. S. Phelps. The Commencement exercises, which closed the activities and general high school life of the Class of ’24. were held at the Methodist Church, May 29, 1924. The Invocation was given by Rev. Quincy R. Wright. followed by two selections by the Ciris' Glee Club under the direction of Miss Zcratsky. The class presented Margaret Stough, Valedictorian, and Eleanor Ilanchett, Salutatorian, before the speaker of the evening, Albert 1). Albert, gave an excellent address. The diplomas were presented by Frank N. Davis, President of the Board of Education. A L U M XI 2 4 Mildred Alyca and Lillian Klarton are lookjng around the Western F.lectiic Company. Horace Barnhart is becoming enlightened at Illinois “C . F.dward Baron is carrying on his work at Knox. Homer Boldcbuck, I'.lea nor Ilanchett, and Ruth Henderson arc spending their time at the C. B. Q. Dorothy Drew is a typist at Hart, ShaiTncr and Marx. Paul Frailer raises the percentage of truck-drivers turned out by Downers Grove High School, driving for L. Klein Son. Vernon Frank is walking around the City for the Cnion Trust Co. Wei ton dress is an apprentice to Diener Bros. Herbert Hawkins and Edith Perron are pursuing courses of engineering, home and civil, at Beloit College. Kent Kingsley is learning the family trade at J. II. Frankenfield’s. Harold Phelps is exercising his mind at the V. M. C. A., Chicago. Virgil Sutter is dispensing of gasoline to the many chariot-drivers on Main Street and elsewhere. Donald Towsley is drawing his salary working for his father; and spending it, and his time, at Red’s. Donald Van Valcn is carving his name on seats at Northwestern “t . Horace a pies started at DeKalb and is now selling old cars for Bill Luthin. Ruth Thomas. Irene Tank, and Margaret Stough have been working off and on. Clara Plambeck, Freida Rawcliffc and Lucile Hcintz are complaining of over- work at home. Jesse Oldlield is taking a course in Manual Training through the Mail. Fitly Fifty-one P A T ‘ S T II A X K S (I IVIN (J S V R P R I S K “Kxtry! Extry! Aw, please ain't va goin’ to help me out a bit. Mister? Extry! Prominent business man murdered!” A shabby little boy with red hair, and a freckled countenance, Pat O’Brien, stood on the street corner trying to sell his papers. Me was only thirteen years old, and as he stood there his teeth chattered from the cold. Please buy a paper, Mister! It's nearly Thanksgivin’, and poor Maw hasn’t no money ner nothin' good fer to cat.” A kindly gentleman with a sad smile was interested in the poor little lad who was so anxious to earn a few pennies for his mother. Here. Sonny, I'll buy a paper.” Then the kindly man handed Pat a bright, shining silver dollar, and walked away. Pat was elated and it was hard for him to resume his paper-selling, for he wanted to run right home and show his mother the wonderful gift. No,” he thought, I ain't goin’ to let her know jest yet. I’ll jest stay here and mebbe someone else’ll help me out some more and then I'll surprise Maw. Oh Boy!” Little Pat kept at his work until the street lights were turned on and then he hurried toward home. On entering the old tumble-down house which was home to him, Pat found his mother weeping. Aw, Maw! Come on! Cut out the sobbin’! What's the trouble, anyway?” Shure, Pat, we haven’t a thing to eat this evenin' except that loaf o' rye bread and a bit o’ coffee and no money in sight fer anything better than that even fer Thanksgiving. Oh, my goodness! Poor little kiddies will cry their eyes out if they don’t have nothin' good to eat. Oh, Pat! What can I do?” (iec. Maw, the kids’ll git over their grief. You know seein’ as I’m the oldest one I ought'a be able to git a little somethin’ extry fer Thanksgivin’!” Now you know, Pat, that if we got any extry money it would have to go fer rent on this shack. If only yer Paw hadn’t left us ten years ago! I never did think it was his fault. Ah, God! Please bring our Paw back to us. We need him awfully bad, God, really we do.” With this little prayer Mrs. O’Brien got up, dried her tears with her tattered apron and went about to fix the black coffee and rye bread which was to be their meal. The next day was the day before Thanksgiving. Shure, and ef I don’t git some extry money today it won’t be my fault,” Pat said to himself as he hurried to his stand. lie had scarcely started his work before the same kindly gentleman came up to him to buy a paper. Well, Sonny, how is business this morning? I see you are right at your work.” Yes, sir, an’ ef I wasn’ at my work how did you think I might live? Shure, an’ you see me and me Mither has to support three other youngsters an’ it ain't as easy as some folks might think it is. “ You poor little fellow! And may I ask where you live?” Oh, we live down in that there alley, 'bout a block from old Mr. Pickncy’s place. We live in a brown—er, I mean use-ta-be brown, house with the winders busted an' the front steps knocked down. 'Taint much of a place, but we lives there just the same. Ya see, my Paw left us ’bout ten years ago when I was jest about so high and Maw felt so bad that she jest had to move away from our other house. It was a purty house, too, but ya see Maw didn’t have no money to keep it up with, so we moved here to Chicago. It's awful hard fer us to keep up the Fifty-two payments on the shack we got now ’cause Maw kin only scrub floors on ’count of her old does an’ I can’t git no job ’cept this ’cause I'm too young. Poor Maw, it shure struck her hard when we had to move to that shanty. Well, now you know my whole histry, which ain’t much.” Pat’s friend said not one word and walked away. ‘‘Well, if that don't beat the Dutch! Didn’t say one word,” Pat remarked as he looked after the man. That evening when Pat went home his heart was not as light as it had been the night before. People seemed so sting) . Me hadn’t had more than one tip the whole day. Pat was distressed. “Oh God! I don’t sec why Paw had to leave Maw and us kids. Gee! We didn't do nuthin' bad that he should go. Please, God. I'll be as good as I can be an’ I'll never tell lies ner nuthin’ ef you’ll send him back to us. We need him. When Pat went to bed that night he prayed very hard so that his own father might be brought back to him. The next day, even though it was Thanksgiving, Pat went to work as usual. He came home at noon discouraged. Not even the kindly gentleman had come to buy a paper and no one on the street even seemed to see poor Pat. When Pat entered his own home his Mother met him at the door smiling. “Why, Maw, this is ’bout the first time 1 seen you smilin' when I come home fer ’most- , well fer a awful long time! What’s up? Did some one send us some- thin’ good to eat er sumthin’?” “Shure, Pat, and you just come here into the front room. I've got a real Thanksgiving surprise for you.” W hen Pat went into the front room he was really surprised to see his friend, the kindly gentleman, sitting on the tattered, old fashioned sofa surrounded by dozens of large, mysterious looking bundles. “And, shure. Mister, may I ask how ye happened to come here? he asked of the man. “Why, Pat, don’t you really know who 1 am? “Shure, Mister, an' your the man what gived me the bright, silver dollar.” “ o, no, I don’t mean that, Pat, 1 mean don't you know what my name is? Don't you remember me? “Well, you see, Mister, you never really told me what yer name was.” “Pat, do you mean to say that you don’t remember your own Dad?” “Aw, Maw, tell him to stop kiddin'. That ain't Paw. is it, Maw?” “Shure, Pat, and he’s been looking for us for about eight years and it wasn't until now that he even found a trace of us. You see, Pat, he was 'cuscd o’ stealin’ some money and he couldn't prove that he was innocent so he jest simply had to beat it an’ he didn’t want me to think he was a thief so he didn't tell me nothin' about it. And then he went out west and started vvorkin’ on a ranch an’ by'n by he bought himself one and now he's got lots o’ money an’ we're goin' out an' live on the ranch. There, now you have the story.” “Maw, ain’t that swell? An’ you won’t have to scrub floors an' we can mebbe have turkey some day an'— “Say, there, just a minute, Pat. What do you suppose I have in the packages? You didn’t think your old Dad would forget a Thanksgiving turkey, did you?” “Say, ain’t it great. Maw? Here we have Paw with us an' we got turkey an' all kinds o’ good stuff to eat an' we got a ranch an' we got Oh, I guess we’ve got everything to be thankful for. God surely answered my prayers!” Kvki.yn Wolf. Fifty-three A I) U L L T I M E Sometimes I sit, and think, and wonder What a queer world this would be, If everybody thought the same And never once did disagree. I think we’d have a dull time here, With nothing else to do, But say, when someone spoke to you: I t hink so too.” Charles West Fifty-Jour t ii i-: P A Y X B R () K K R Through the dingy windows of a London shop in Piccadily Circus, I catch sight of a stooped old man. His name, Morris Kuhn, his nationality, revealed by his nose and name, a member of that vast and prolifice tribe of Abraham, incidentally, a pawnbroker. His white head shakes vehemently as he cleverly picks flaws in a garment that is perfectly sound, his guttural broken Knglish, profaning the quiet morning. His bright, birdlike eyes roam restlessly around the shop, resting now and then on the faded old garment which a poverty-stricken woman is endeavoring to pawn. A bargain is struck, his yellow, clutching covetous talons grasp the garment, then reluctantly surrender the few pence he has promised. Money! the curse of the rich, the cause of untold deaths and sorrow. A typical picture of miserliness is depicted in Morris Kuhn's greedy visage, lips compressed and drawn down- ward, eyes peeping cunningly from half closed lids, the whole face a labyrinth of wrinkles. The whole body prematurely aged. Morris Kuhn’s charity, kindness, love and conscience had long since fled in his eager search for gold. When he entered the trade, his family and himself were happy and hopeful of his success in business. Alas! It was too great a success, for when business or social success is arrayed against man’s virtues it is transformed into failure. Therefore Morris Kuhn starves himself body, mind and spirit, in his search for wealth. Arthur Strphf.ns. Fifty-five AND SO ON When we were little Freshmen, And were hazed every day, W e wished that we were Sophomores And had something to say. And then we changed to Sophomores And we were hazed no more But still we longed to be Juniors To sec what was in store. In turn we were called Juniors And oh! how good it seemed. But still we longed for the day to come When Seniors we’d be deemed. But now that we are Seniors, And look down on the rest, It doesn’t seem so good at all, We wonder what comes next. USEFUL THINGS Who first invented principals And teachers by the score? What good arc text books anyway? And papers on the floor? And who first thought of wooden desks? — Kxa minat ions too. We ought to have some nice arm chairs, And chewing gum to chew. What good are windows in the rooms? Kxccpt to see the lark. And electric lamps to light the school When the days are dark? What good are study halls to us And reference books so dry? The home work which we have to do It almost makes me cry. And who first thought of tardy bells, Detention rooms, and such? And eyes in backs of teachers’ heads To get us all “in Dutch”? All these things I'd like to know. It just makes my head ache. To think of all these useless things That men worked hard to make. —Charles West. T II K (' R OSS W OR I) (' () M I L K X Thomas Hastings, a prominent steel manufacturer, sat toiling in his luxurious and sumptuously appointed study. 11 is brow was wrinkled, he perspired freely, his hair was disarranged and his collar wilted. Was he planning some gigantic business venture? Was he perfecting some wondrous invention that would re- volutionize the steel industry? Was the fertile brain of the great manufacutrer seeking to discover a means by which he migh annihilate his most dangerous rivals? A negation (No!), he was merely cndeavoiing to solve that child of Satan, that insidious and ruthless creation of Lucifer, the Cross Word Puzzle. That grim and horrible creation held the man in a grip like that of his own steel. Here was the reason for all this exertion and stress. “The Daily Dozen”, a lively and popular periodical, had published a cross word puzzle guaranteed to be unsolvablc in any way or manner. It offered the stupendous sum of fifty dollars to the solver of the unsolvable cross word puzzle. This Thomas Hastings was trying to accomplish. Suddenly Mi. Hastings leaped t his feet. “Pureka”, he cried, “the impossible has been made possible. I have finished the Cross Word Puzzle!” Karly the next morning found Thomas Hastings presenting the Cross Word solution to the editor of the “Daily Dozen”. The man examined the puzzle carefully. Thomas Hastings watched with bated breath, a demonical light of eagerness appeared in his eyes. 'The editor slowly raised his head. “ My dear sir. he said, “ I regret to say that you have solved the wrong puzzle.” Mr. Thomas Hastings, former steel magnate, now is the proud possessor, and sole occupant, of a beautifully upholstered padded cell. Arthur Stephens. Fifty-seven II E B K ’ S W I S II If I had a million dollars,” Said Hc.be with a frown, I'd build a brand-new school house And give it to the town. I'd have a great assembly hall With a thousand seats, or more, And as beautiful decorations As ever were seen before. The floors would be of marble The seats mahogany. And tiers and tiers of reference books 'Twould do you good to see. The cooking rooms and sewing rooms Would make you stand in awe. The recitation rooms the kind That painters could not draw. I'd have a clock in every room, Of platinum and gold; Magnificent paintings on the walls, That never would grow old. The “lab” would be like Heaven, And when Bale saw that room. He'd set up the apparatus And never would go home. The gym and manual training rooms Would make you weep with joy. The swimming pool and shower rooms Would appeal to any boy. I’d have a lot of statues To keep me company. And oh! if that could happen. How thankful I would be! But alas! I stand here day by day And hang my head and sigh. And frown on this old school house As each long hour goes by. ’Cause you see I haven't the money, folks, And it sounds like “applesauce”, But I'll lend all my efforts To put this thing across. So if you’ll all chip in with me And get things on the move, I'm sure we'll have a school here Which will flatter Downers Grove.” Chari.i s West. Fifty-eight A X A U T () B I () (J R A P II Y () F A P () W I) E R P U F F Here I am, real old and grey. I've been lucked away for months and haven’t seen light. I guess I’ve seen my days and I’ve certainly seen wonders since I was new. I can remember way back when I lay on a counter with many others of my kind. I was enclosed in a wonderful transparent gown with beautiful dainty blue printing adorning it. Never will I forget those happy times 1 had there, right across from the music department. I'll bet I know some things that any reporter of the Herald and Kxaminer would give a month’s salary for. The way these women talk when they get together, any time, any place, anywhere, and tell everything they know or think they know, is a crime. One bright sunny Wednesday morning I was awakened by the many people who had already crowded the store. That old player piano making so much noise, was trying to sell people sheet music among them my friend. This is the life in Woolworth's stores! It was this very day that I changed my abode. Some pretty young girl picked me up, looked me over in my pretty transparent gown and then parted with her necessary dime, to free me from my long imprisonment. My poor costume! My lovely costume was torn off my back, and I was put into a “gold” powder case. That terrible powder made me ill. I guess my mistress knew it because every few minutes she would lake me out and use me, so that I might get a little fresh air. I liked nn new mistress very much, people called her Marie, except one, and he called her Sweetie”. I wonder why? I received most of my education in High School, but Marie would always see to it that I never met any of the teachers. Now I am old, shedding and dilapidated looking. I don’t blame Marie for casting me away. I have always been true to her, from the very day she picked me up in the ten-cent store, and have tried to be of the utmost service to her in every way. What I know about Marie shall always be a secret with me. Ruth Geisskrt. Fifty-nine S P () R T S M A NSHIP The scene is the great interscholastic basketball tournament at Bartlett Gym, at the University of Chicago. It is the third day of competition, and the best teams of the country are making their great attempt to last, to go into the semi- finals. The nervousness of the players is contagious, the crowd is on edge. One player is said to have broken down, after winning, almost single handed, his teams’ game. Murmurs of sympathy for him are heard. The crowd is with him. The feature game of the day is about to begin. The two teams, champions of Missouri and Minnesota, are attempting to act unconcerned. Their uneasiness shows through their acting. Both teams are made up of big men. blither team may win. Odds are even. One man, from Minnesota has his face almost covered with adhesive tape. Mis nose has been broken in a preceding game, lie is to play anyway. A voice in the crowd is heard, telling that this man got his nose broken playing “dirty ’. 'Flic game starts. It is evident that the teams are evenly matched. Neither is ever more than one or two points ahead. 'The game is fast, there is no fumbling. There is a tenseness in the atmosphere, the players are straining, doing their best, for one fumble may cause panic in the ranks of either team. “Time out”, is called, a player is taken out. The crowds claps heartily, they appreciate his efforts. The man with the taped face has had two personals called on him. The crowd is unsympathetic. Another foul is called on him. A liberal amount of sarcasm is heaped upon him. Several in the crowd realize that he is playing a wonderful game, and his fouls arc due to nervousness, and hard playing, but they are in the minority. The game is nearing the end, the teams are playing “over their heads”. Mis- souri is two points in the lead. The crowd is for them, for they are somewhat spectacular, and arc marvelous passers. A Minnesota man drops in a basket from the middle of the floor. The score is tied. The man with the broken nose is staggering, played out. the game has been too fast. A Missouri man has the ball, is dribbling down the floor, the tired Min- nesotian tries to catch him, his legs give out, he falls, crashing the Missouri player to the floor. The crowd roars its indignation. The Missouri player is picking up the man who felled him. The crowd claps heartily. Four fouls, the broken-nosed man is out. Mis coach comes onto the floor, and helps carry him off. The boy is crying, broken down. He’s done his best, but he's given Missouri the free throw that may win the game. He is heart broken. It seems that dust has gotten into the eyes of most of the crowd. The now sympathetic spectators roar their approval of his nerve. Then they quiet down, the free throw is about to be taken, the quietness is thrilling. The Missourian shoots, the ball drops through the basket. For there is silence, then Bedlam breaks loose, roar after roar reverberates through the halls of the build- ing. The final whistle blows, the game is over. The Missourians and the Minne- sota ns are shaking hands, congratulating each other. That’s Sportsmanship. Sixty TO (' I (' K R () Oh Cicero! My Cicero! The hours I've spent with thee! The sleeping hours—the waking hours Thy face I ever see. I dream again the days of old; The battles fought and won There in the Forum of “Old Rome’ By Rome’s devoted Son. I seem to sec your noble face And hear that voice so strong, As bravely there you faced the crowd And tried to right the wrong. How wise you were, how safe and sure I'he secret plans you had. To save your countrymen from death, And plots so rash and mad. Vow did it all, and yet you asked Xo gift of thanks—nor praise; You simply wished in each good heart A flag of “Memory” raised. Oh Cicero! My Cicero! Those hours I spent with thee Are like a balm upon my soul. And evermore shall be. Ki.manor Dri.ks. Sixty-one SCHOOL son A L CO M M I T T K K The Social Committee is the organization which has backed all the parties given at the school. It consists of the following members: Miss Bleeker Mrs. Anderson Miss Smith Mr. Bale Gabrielle Perkins Virginia Lacey Allan Rawcliffe Robert McVitty Beulah Jacobs Jeanette Phelps Fremont Plambeck George Ray livery month during the school year a party was sponsored by the committee. Si sty-five S () P II () M () R K P A R T Y The night of November 7, was honored by being the evening of the only Sopho- more party held in the school year of 1924-25. As the children entered the gym, where the event was held, they were each presented with a number, which they clung to during the remainder of the party. These were used to facilitate the playing of games, which might have confused the lads and lassies otherwise. After they became tired of Ring-Around-the-Rosie, and other amusements, they danced, and had ice cream and three kinds of cake, which was a great treat. As sleep was overcoming many of the kiddies, the party broke up, and all the girls walked home alone, while the boys made a night of it and went to the Candy Kitchen for malted milks. V E II () M E C 0 M I X (I I) A X C E ’Twas ye nite of Thanksgiving, 1924. when alumni and students of Downers Grove High School gathered at ye gymnasium, and carried on, and made merry, yea, verily they did. And ye music seemed goodly unto all who heard, and added to the merriment and joy. Yea, and the decorations were not ugly in their appearance, being of purple and white streamers, which formed themselves into a roof and walls of beauty unsurpassed. And as the hour grew late, and all grew fatigued, and wished for refreshment, punch was served, and was consumed, for it had deliciousness which was delighting unto the palate. And ye authorities had made forbiddance of confetti, which was passed out at the ungodly hour of eleven, when festivities were at their height. And the dancing went on, and some left, and some remained, and ye orchestra figured that ’twere good for them to desist, and they did, and everyone left. And after the uproar was ceased, the janitor entered, and he saycth: “Oh, sugar, what a mess!” II A L L () Y E ’ E X J A M B 0 R E E Kveryonc received a letter from the spooks, inviting them to a spook jamboree in the gym on October 29. The jolly spirits had been busy decorating in leaves, which were beautifully tinted by dame nature, and crepe paper of autumn colors helped transform the gym into a woodland dell. Surely the spooks had a feeling of satisfaction when they saw that all the guests were having such a dandy time, dancing and playing the games they fur- nished. W e are certain it was the “Queen” of spirit land that suggested the final touch, of doughnuts and cider. She knew how to win the hearts of all. Si.xty-jix F R K S II M A X R A R T Y I had a party. 1 am the Freshman Class. I had a party December 19. was at the mammoth high school gym. I played games. 1 danced some, I had fun. I all brought something for the grab-bag. Different people in were surprised and delighted by wonderful ‘‘grabs” from the grab-bag. 1 refreshments. They made my tummy ache. I am not used to rich food. 1 milk. I went home. It was late. 1 liked the party, except going home. CIIRIS T M A S P A R T V ’Twas the day before Christmas vacation, An affair causing much animation, W as thrown in the high school assembly, and gym. ’Twas exceedingly snappy, and chuck full of vim. First there was a program it was a thriller. This was sponsored by our teacher. Miss Miller. The next surprise was a Christmas tree; it surely was a beauty to see. There was also music (pretty hot), which made all the dancers trot. And popcorn balls were given away, (made by the girls of (I. A. A.) Kvclyn Wolf and Genevieve Drella, taking the parts of a girl and fellow. Danced like skaters, light and gay. So thus ended the eventful day. It too. me had like Sixty-swn Y A L K X T I X K P A R T Y Kach little boy of Downers Grove High School fired by the love darts of cupid’s arrow, called his “lady fair” to meet him in the soft mellow moonlight, at the trysting place of high school for a gala date, on the evening of February 7. And surely it proved to be a joyous evening, for their hearts were in tune with those lovely heart festoons which adorned the ceiling. Romantic music inspired them to trip it on the light fantastic until they were ready to “Follow the Swallow Back Home.” To delight further the St. Valentine’s guests, four skipping dolls appeared, and upon close inspection they were found to be, Gladys Schatzlc, Ruth Geissert, Ruth Merrylees and Jean Phelps. As a final touch of sweetness, favors of heart bags filled with candy and peanuts were given to all, and a delighted feeling crept into the hearts of the happy throng when they imbibed the sparkling punch. St. Valentine had scored a great success. S T . P A T R I C K ’ S J I (; B’gorra! in honor of ould St. Patrick we had one foin porty, on Saturday night, March 14. Jist for him it was that we had green all around. 'I'lie music tickled the bottom of me fate. And yez should have seen us dance. Around and around we went, a twisting and turning this away and that. And thin we would stop and drink some punch, yez nivver had better, b’gorra! Thin we had one foin grand march, and danced again till I thought me fate would lave me. The all of us were sorry when the music stopped and it was time to go home. But nivver the less, as I said before, it was one foin porty. “And a good time was had by iverrvbody.” (’ A R X I V A L The second annual High School Carnival was held on the nights of April 24-25, 1925. It was patterned after the one held last year, and was highly suc- cessful. Dancing was conducted in the gym, and the floor received more wear and tear than it has borne since last year’s Carnival. The Assembly Hall was used as a theatre and several acts of excellent vodvil were put on by the more talented students. Both nights the Hall was full, and there is no doubt that this portion of the Carnival was greatly enjoyed. The usual candy booths, novelty booths, and the silhouette booth were all well attended, and were declared fine. There was a great deal of work expended on the affair, but it was worth it. Sixty-fight J U X IOR-S E X I O R B A X Q U K T On May 7th the Junior-Senior Banquet was held at Minuet Hall, prepared and served bv the Ladies’ Aid of the M. K. Church. The Menu was as follows: Fruit Cocktail Chicken a la King Mashed Potatoes Peas Hot Rolls W aldorf Salad Pickles Coffee Ice Cream Jelly- Cake Salted Xuts Mr. Bale served as toastmaster, and responses were made by Miss Doris Shuman. Mary Moore, Mr. F. X. Davis, George Bensley. Richard Kellogg, and Wilbur Coleman. After the Banquet had been served, and the toasts rendered, the tables were cleared away and a dance was held to the music of the Minuet Quintet. It was an excellent banquet, and the Juniors are to be congratulated upon their success. I S: t -nine «I GIRL R K S E R V E The year of 1924-25, was a very successful one for the (lirl Reserve. The club increased its membership, and under the splendid supervision of its advisors, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Parrish, Miss Miller, and Miss Hatfield, many goals were reached, and many good times were had. The officers for the year were: Julia Perron President Eleanor Schultz Vice-President Betty Mahoney Secretary Evelyn Baron Treasurer These girls worked very hard to make the club a success, and were well repaid. The first event of the year was a hike, Oct. 8. Mrs. Anderson, Miss Miller and about thirty girls went, and after an invigorating walk and delightful supper a short meeting was held to plan for a pep meeting which the girls sponsored the following week. A getting acquainted party, for the club and friends was held at Mrs. Ander- son’s, Oct. 24. A taffy pull took up the greater part of the evening while the rest was spent in games and various stunts. Mrs. Anderson proved herself to be a very gracious hostess and all of the guests had a wonderful time. The girls wanted to do their bit for the ex-soldiers in Elgin, and so, after an inspiring talk from Mrs. Allison, plans were made for a trip, in December. A small group of girls together with the Hi-Y boys went. The boys had charge of the program and the girls took candy, done up in inviting looking individual packages. A bakery sale and two candy sales were sponsored by the club to earn money so as to help the social committee of the High School put on a St. Patrick party, March 17. Some of the girls attended an Easter luncheon at the Chicago Y. Y. C. A. They had a very good time there and agreed to make fifty tray favors for the soldiers at Speedway Hospital. On Saturday, April 11, Mrs. Parrish took four of the girls over to deliver the favors, these were not distributed because they were to be put on their trays Easter morning. Settntx-onr Sevtntx-two HI-Y CLUB G. KATHERBEE A. Klein W. Ray V. Coleman OFFICERS 1924-25 President Pice-President Secretary Treasurer W. Ray J. Blakesley A. Stevens F. Tows ley 1925-26 President Pice-President Secretary Treas ttrer The I li-Y Club had a successful year in many respects. Meetings were held in the different churches of the town, preceded by luncheons served by the ladies of the church. The attendance was much greater than it had ever been before. The fellows attended the Eleventh Annual Older Boys' Conference at Elgin on November 28-30, 1924. and gave a good report before the boys of the school. Downers Grove had an attendance of fourteen at the Ninth Older Boys' Conference at Naperville on March the 21st, 1925. The new officers have been elected and arc ready to step in next September and have a bigger and better club, and program, than has ever been had before. Sepentx-three L A T IX CL I' H Many boys and girls have heard that there is no fun in studying Latin, that it is just plain work. They have, however, never visited Latin club or had a leader like Miss Bleeker, for if they had taken part in any of the following ac- tivities they would have learned that such a statement is not true. The first meeting of the year was held after school. October I, and the officers for the year were elected. Dorothy Matson Jeanette Piielps Jane Fraxkenfield Hazel IIEArtt President Pice-President Secretary Treasurer A program committee, Vernon Yanselow, Kva Pollack, and Fred Towslcy was chosen by the President and they drew up a very interesting program for the year, which was adopted by the club October 30. The first event of the year was a Stercoptican of Roman games, amusements and Roman mythology, at the Curtiss Theater, November 13. This proved to be very interesting and helpful to all those who saw it. On December 12, the club had charge of an assembly in the High School and royally entertained the students with Latin songs and a Latin farce, “The Return of Ulysses”. This went over so big that the club was requested to give it for the P. T. A. in April. With so many “A” students in Freshman Latin, it was necessary to plan for initiation. Mrs. Adams very kindly offered her home for an initiation party, January 16. The girls screamed and yelled and the fellows tried to grin and bear it, while they were put through the many hair raising, blood curdling stunts. Finally the victims surrendered and signed the constitution, thcrc-by becoming members of the club. At the expense of the Freshmen everyone had a wonderful time, the only thing lacking was more Freshmen. A picnic, May 2. ended the year for the club. After a hike, and finding a wonderful spot, everyone dropped their bundles and entered into the fun of play- ing Greek games and other stunts. The supper could not be beat and on the way home all joined together for a rousing yell for Miss Bleeker and the Latin club. Seventy-five R A I) I () r L U B On September 24th, a meeting was called In Mr. Bale, for the purpose of organizing a radio club. Klcction of officers was held and the following were chosen from the thirty-four charter members: President. Myron Stcffy; V ice-President, Donald Davis; Secretary- Treasurer, Vernon Vanselow. Mr. Bale was unanimously elected advisor and sponsor of the club. At the next business meeting a constitution was adopted, fol- lowing which Mr. Bale gave a very interesting talk on “Klectro- Magnctic Induction”. Several committees were appointed to carry on the activities of the club. The next meeting was authorized under the Program Committee, which organization was responsible for the many good times had through-out the year. Many successful meetings were held during the year, among which was Jollification night. On this occasion there was 100% attendance, in addition to this there were visitors from other schools. Two speakers from the Wheaton Radio Club were present and gave us very interesting talks on different phases of radio. Among the attractions was a radio liar's contest in which Mr. Bale took first prize. Several prizes were given out, following which refreshments were served, which needless to say, were enjoyed by all. It is the sincere desire of the club that this work will be continued in years to come until the time comes when a regular course of radio instruction is provided. SfTfnty-seven O U R () W X G R () S S W () R I) P U Z Z L K I lORIZONTAL I—Name of boy whose face con- stitutes the period of number two vertical. 6—A beverage. 8 Preposition. 10 Form of verb “to be”. 11 Red—, (or) —dog. 12— Greek letter. 13 - Negation. 15 Abbreviation for “street”. 16—Unusual. 18 Maiden name of the lower left hand picture. Vertical 2— First word a baby speaks. 3— Gift of charity. 4 Personal pronoun. 5—Plural of our coach. 7 Name of girls’ athletic director. 9—Also. 10—Beast of burden. 14 Form of poetry. 16—A correlative. 17 French word “of”. Sti'cnty-figkt •: IMPORTANCE OF E A R X E S T R E I X G On the nights of January 21st and 22nd, 1925, the Senior Class gave a very delightful presentation of Oscar Wilde’s comedy, “The Importance of Being Karnest”. With its well-chosen cast, and under the capable management of the class sponsors, the play scored a huge success. Betty Mahoney, as Lady Bracknell, was perfect, and showed a great deal of poise and remarkable ability as an actress. Hazel Heartt, taking the part of Gwendolyn, won the admiration of all, and, in the play, the amorous attentions of Jack Worthing. Cecily was portrayed by Jeanette Phelps, who made everyone fall in love with her, including Algernon Moncrieff, played by Wilbur Coleman, who again proved himself an excellent performer. Gilbert Mochel, as Jack Worthing, took his part opposite Gwendolyn with the finesse of an experienced actor, and delighted everyone. Miss Prism, played by Eleanor Schultz, scored a complete success as a can- tankerous old maid. Kdward Adams and Myron Steffy made admirable butlers. Dr. Chasuble, the serious and correct preacher, was excellentlv played by John W’edell. The plot was as follows: Cecily Cardew. Jack Worthing’s ward, lives in the country with her guardian, Miss Prism. Jack for convenience has a fictitious brother, Karnest, who sup- posedly lives in town and is a very black sheep, according to Jack. in town, however. Jack plays the part of Karnest, and in this role falls in love with the fascinating Gwendolyn. She tells him that she has always wanted to marry a man named Karnest. Lady Bracknell, however, can’t see their marriage at all, for Jack’s family is unknown. Algernon learns of Jack’s duplicity and determines to visit Cecily in the country, as Jack's brother, Karnest. Cecily and Algernon fall desperately in love, and Jack is enraged, but Algie remains at the country home anyway. Matters become complicated when Gwendolyn arrives in the country to pay a visit, and both girls insist they are engaged to Karnest. Finally the boys confess their artifice, and eventually affairs are happily righted. Kspecially when Jack is found to be Algie’s real brother, Karnest, who had been lost by his nurse, Miss Prism, when he was a baby. So, he having acquired a “family”, Lady Bracknell graciously consents to the union of her daughter and Karnest, and her nephew Algernon and the charming Cecily. As might be supposed, the “dear Dr. Chasuble” and Miss Prism, also marry, which fittingly ends this delightful comedy. Eighty Forum F OR r M For many years there has been an eager desire for a debating club in the High School, but not until this year has the wish been gratified. Under the splendid leadership of Miss Miller and Mrs. Anderson, the Forum of Public Speaking and Debate has been successfully organized, and is well launched as a permanent organization, having had a very successful career this year. The officers of the Forum elected at the first regular meeting on November ioth were: Mary Moore, President, Robert McVitty. Vice-President; and Marian Harvey. Secretary-Treasurer. 'Flic chief aims of the club are these: to train the members in all forms of public speaking, so as to develop self-confidence, poise, and good scholarship and literary sportsmanship among the members. The constitution of the Forum, based upon that of the State Debating League was duly read, and signed by fifty-eight students, and regular meetings were held once a month, at which interesting literary programs were conducted. After Debate tryouts were held, Kdward Adams, F.va Pollack and ernon anselow were chosen to present the affirmative, and Dorothy Scott, Horace Adams and Robert McVitty the negative, in a series of inter-scholastic debates. The alternates selected were Spencer Lott and Carl Schrager. 'Their excellent records are set down on another page. Eighty-two I) K B A T I X G T K A M S Dorothy Scott Horace Adams Robert Me Vi tty Eva Pollack Vernon Va-nselow Edward Adams 'fhc school is proud of the records of these teams. On March 13th Downers High negative team journeyed to Austin High School and defeated them by a unanimous decision of the judges. The same night the affirmative team lost to York High negative team. 2 to 1. March 24th, Downers negative team defeated Harrison Tech, 2 to 1: and the affirmative won from Maine High by default. Thus the D. G. II. S. teams won nine decisions out of a possible twelve, tying with Rockford High School for second place in the Northern District of fourteen schools. As the Cauldron goes to press, plans are under way to debate off this tic with Rockford. The Dakota High School as district Championship winner (11 points out of 12) will go to Illinois State Normal University for the state debates. W e’ll go next year. Our music department was composed of two very well organized Glee Clubs, a well directed Orchestra and a very pleasing quartette. Although they did not appear in public very often, they worked hard and faithfully to make this year’s music department one of the best ever had in I). G. H. S. The presiding officers were: Vernon Vaxselow Peggy Weixheimer Evelyn Mochei. Hazel Heartt President Pice-President Secretary Treasurer The boys’ quartette, consisting of Vernon Vanselow, Wilbur Coleman, Arthur Brown and Franklin Roe, gave some very pleasing recitals before the Assembly this year. If our club improves as much next year as it did this year, the music department of our High School will be of the best. Eighty-) ur F.ighty-fivf Eighty-six Boys’ Glee Club ujcjs-xitfirj ( )rchestr. T II K L A S S () F L I M K KICK T () W X Phis year our splendid music department, under Miss Thompson’s skillful supervision, and due to her untiring efforts, and the help of Mrs. Anderson and Miss Smith, gave a charming Operetta, ‘‘The Lass of Limerick Town”. TIIK CAST Betty McCoy («race Bailey Rose McCoy Peggy Weinheimer Molly Jean Phelps Capt. Worthington ernon Vanselow Sir Charles Worthington Thomas Canty Lady Worthington Zclma Rigsbec Pat ... Spencer Lott As the two cousins “Betty” and “Rose” McCoy, Grace Bailey and Peggy Weinheimer were lovely, and their charming voices added a great deal to their parts. Jeanette Phelps, as “Molly”, and Karncst Wright, as her ardorous suitor. Mike, made everyone want to be young, Irish, and in love. Vernon Vanselow, with his line voice, took the part of Betty’s suitor, Captain Worthington, with great ability. 'Pom Canty, as the money-grabbing Sir Charles, and Zelma Rigsbcc as the very correct Lady Worthington, delighted everyone with their songs and dancing. Pat, impersonated by Spencer Lott, was a typical jolly old inn-keeper, with an exceptional voice. Wilbur Coleman t x k the part of Judge I looley but then we've seen Wilbur act before so I don’t need to say how good he was. Phe part of Justin O’Flynn, the amorous lawyer, was skillfully played by Arthur Brown. His mother, Genevieve Drella, was a spry old lady, with a sharp tongue. We can't imagine Gen ever being like that, but it was a remarkable piece of acting. Arthur Stevens and William Barnhart made very admirable coachman and butler. Phe Worthingtons were lucky to have two such well trained servants. Hubert Hoffert was a regular Yankee farmer and made an instant hit with the audience, as K. Q. Hicks. Evelyn Wolf and Olive Statton added a great deal of charm and beauty to the play, with their graceful dancing, and delightful costumes. Phe story is laid in Limerick Town, Ireland. Sir Charles Worthington promised his friend, McCoy, as he lay dying that his son should marry Rose McCoy. Rose McCoy is made an heiress by her rich uncle, while Betty, her cousin, who is a few hours younger, is left penniless When Pomeroy Worthington comes to visit Rose, she and her cousin change places, as Rose refuses to be courted for her money’s sake. Guessing that some- thing like this would happen, Captain Worthington woos the seemingly poor girl, though he really falls in love with Betty, who is pretending to be Rose. At last he proposes to Rose, or the real Betty, in spite of her poverty, much to the horror of his Father and Mother, who arrive for a visit Just as the elder Worthingtons are about to depart in wrath, the old Yankee farmer. K. Q. Hicks steps in, and proves that Betty is the elder of the two, and therefore the heiress, so everything is ended much to the satisfaction of all. Rose consoles herself in the arms of her hitherto unsuccessful suitor, justin O’Flynn. Judge I looley W ilbur Coleman Justice O’Flynn Arthur Brown Mrs. O'Flynn Genevieve Drella Mike Earnest Wright Mr. Smith Arthur Stevens Mr. Partington W illiam Barnhart E. Q. Hicks Hubert Hoffert Chorus of Villagers, Guests, etc. Eighty-tight COACH RAY I). HAHN Coach Ray I). Hahn, whose picture you see on the opposite page, came to us from Norton, Kansas, High School. While he coached at that school he turned out championship teams in track and wrestling, and his football team was third in the Northwest League of Kansas. The late Walter Camp chose him on his third All-American team for 1922. when he was captain of the Kansas “Aggies”. Mr. Hahn has brought the “give everyone a-chance” idea to Downers Grove, as shown by the fact that twenty-two football letters were awarded this year, ami every letter was earned. 1 Ie has also divided the basketball teams into “heav- ies” and “lights”, instead of the ancient “first” and “second” teams, which gives the lighter and smaller man a chance. TED CURTISS and MR. P. II. WHIN HEIM Ell Mention should also be made of the work and help of 'Fed Curtiss and Mr. P. II. Weinheimer. Ted, a former I’, of Chicago athlete, has helped coach the football and basket- ball teams, and has been an enthusiastic backer of these teams, and Mr. Wein- heimer has, perhaps, done more than any other man for the athletic department of our school, in a financial way. His influence and financial backing have been evident in the acquiring of football and baseball outfits, and he has brought several well known football and baseball players from Chicago to give our teams pointers on the games. We thank both of these men. F () () T R A L L S E A S () X When thirty-five prospects reported the first afternoon that Coach Hahn called for football candidates it looked good for I). (� . H. S., and every day things looked better, until the first game with Thornton High School, when they trounced the Purple and W hite, 25-6. This shaking up did the team good, and the next week the Maine High team, which later won the league championship, had an awful time with the local boys, but finally nosed them out, 13-6. This defeat was hard to take, and Downers came back the next Saturday and walloped York, 27-5. In this game the team worked like one big machine, and did just about as it pleased with the Klmhurst outfit. With two weeks’ rest behind them Downers took on their most rivaled of rivals, Hinsdale, and in one of the hardest and best games of the season beat them, 21-14. Wc think that this was one of the most desperately contested games ever played in Downers Grove. The following week the second team played Barrington High School, and beat them, 31-6, while the first team lost a tough battle to Pullman Tech, 16-6. The next game was against West Chicago, and with most of the second team playing in place of heavies injured in the Pullman game, Downers won, 13-0. A week later Naperville got the team on an off day and beat them, 14-0, (at Naperville). Glenbard’s fast and heavy team came to Downers Grove the next Saturday to play I). G. II. S. for second place in the Conference. Glcnbard won, 1K-0. We believe Glenbard was the best team that D. G. H. S. played the entire year. 'Fhe season can be considered successful in more ways than one, in that it un- covered a lot of new material which will be valuable in years to come, it ended with Downers High in third place, and there were more men from Downers Grove on the All-Conference first and second teams than from any other town in the league; and a D. G. II. S. athlete, Bob Andrus, was chosen captain of the All- Conference first team. Sinety-one A T II L K T I C A S S () (' I A T i () X On September 17. 1924. the student body was called together by Supt. Earnest Her and the Athletic Association was reorganized. An election was held and the following officers were chosen. Samuei. Hurley President Glenn Weatherbee Secretary-Treasurer Pledges were distributed for football season tickets and two hundred sixteen pupils signed up. The Athletic Association was instrumental to a large degree in helping the football team both in a financial and spiritual way. It was the students backing that brought out the large crowds and put enthusiasm in the cheering at the games. Another meeting was held on December 9. 1 24. with Sam Hurley presiding. Formal announcement was made of the men that had earned their letters on the gridiron by Coach Ray D. Hahn. A football was presented to Tom Canty, the captain of the team. At this meeting pledges were distributed for the basketball season tickets and the return was about ninety per cent of the student body. 'Fhe Association’s support was by far the best that has been given in the eleven years that it has been in existence. However, we do not wish it to be thought that the Association should receive all the praise. W e feel that the many friends and loyal supporters of the Athletic teams of the High School deserve a vote of thanks for the many ways in which they have helped us along, especially to those who so generously donated their automobiles when the games were played out of town and to the others who have always been on hand to give their aid. Sin rly-two Tom Canty Played right half and cap- tained the team, and did them both well. He had the “win or bust” spirit and the season shows the results. 11 is uncanny head- work and ability to skirt the ends won many a game for Downers Grove, and he was beloved to his teammates for his whole-souled work for the team. 1 le’s a Senior. George Bensley Captain-elect, worked in the center of the line, and worked well. He was what is known as a “fighting fool”, and few plays went through him. As center he was always in the thick of the fight, and could always be relied upon to use his head. He'll lead the team to victory next year. Harry Frazier Performed at left halfback, and was one of the team's veterans. His kicking got the team out of many a hole, and his passing was one of the chief factors in the eleven's success. Cool-headed- ness was always evident in his playing. Next year 1). (I. 11. S. will have a new man at left half, as 1 larrv graduates. Boh Andrus The boy from south of town, was one of the outstanding fac- tors of the team. It is enough to say that he was chosen full- back on the All-West Suburban Team, and was also chosen as its captain. He was, perhaps, the best offensive and defensive full- back that D. G. 11. S. has ever turned out. A i nfty-three Ray Carpenter Playing his first year at quart- erback. was a steady and depen- dable man. He divided the kicking and passing with Frazier. Ray was injured early in the season, but he stuck it out and played on his nerve and no man deserved his “I)” more than he. Arnold Klein The long-legged, long-armed butcher boy. He played end, and was on the receiving end of most of the passes. Arnv was adept at driving plays in, on de- fense, and on offense he was big and strong enough to take out any tackle. He was chosen on the second All-Conference team this year. The team loses an excellent end when he graduates in May. Dick Henderson Played the other end, and im- proved steadily all through the season. His favorite stunt was to take down the interference on an end run, and then reach out and grab the runner. Next year Dick ought to be one of the best ends in the conference. Art McEi.roy Was the big boy who played left guard. He used his strength and weight to open holes for the backs, and nine times out of ten he took his man out and then got an enemy back to boot. His slogan was “Fight ’em”, and lie did. Next year Art will have graduated and there’ll be a big gap in the line for someone to fill. S' inety-four Bill Coleman as built for a guard, and carried his i ;o pounds with lots of speed. This made hint a wiz- ard at taking out his opponents, and he was in every minute of the game. Bill was one of those fel- lows who couldn’t be hurt no matter what happened to him, which helped him greatly in be- ing a fine guard, lie is a Senior. Sam Hurley Was another “fighting fool”, and a tackle who knew the game thoroughly. He was chosen on the All-West Suburban team this year, which tells a lot, for there were lots of fine tackles in the Conference. Sam was a “ never- say-dic” player and fought every minute of the game. I le’ll grad- uate this year. Bill Ray Playing his third year for I). Ci. II. S., was a veteran who played hard and clean. He smeared the enemy plays before they got started, and is counted on to smear more next year. I Ic's another All-Conference man. Jim Tvvohey Although light and small, played halfback with great skill. He was one of the fastest men on the team and was responsible for many long runs around end. Next year Jim w ill be lost to the team. Sinety-five Glenn Veatiierbee Played fullback and was a hard hitting line plunger. “Dink” didn't know much about the game at the first of the season, but at the end he knew all the tricks of the game, and was a dependable backfield man. This year was his last in high school. Douglas Huntington Is a Senior who played either halfback or end. “ Pooch” played good football at times, and was “off” at others. He starred in the West Chicago game. Richard Kellogg Despite his lack of size and weight, played a fine game at quarterback. He was a clever player who had learned the game thoroughly. Next year he will be back calling signals for I). G. H. S. Hubert 11 offert Played a fast game at halfback. He was another “off” and “on” player, who was unstoppable in a broken field. He'll play half again next year. Xinfty-six Jack Blakesley At halfback, scored the first touchdown of the season, on the receiving end of a pass. He was a steady player, and will play again next year. Sam Di m as always ready to step in and hold up his end of the argu- ment at guard. He learned a lot of football tliis year, and in 1925 he ought to make ’em sit up and take notice. George Ray A Senior, was a man who, al- though not playing in every game, played a steady, reliable game at end. We believe that enough cannot be said of George’s loyalty to 1). G. II. S. Curi.ey Plambeck Played either half or quarter- back. He has two more years to star, and will probably do so both years. A inttx-sfttn Bill Bouchton Although only a Freshman, was an excellent tackle, and with three more years before him he ought to be a mainstay of the school in athletics Gilbert Mochel Was the team’s manager, and a good one. The manager’s job is a hard one, but he held it down well. S intty-eight Football Sqi ai� One Hundred II K A V V Y K I (1 II T B A S K K T B A L I. This year, for the first time, the basketball squad has been split into two divisions. The heavyweights are those who weigh 135 pounds or more, and the lights are those who weigh less than 135. The heavies started the year with only two letter men returning from last year. Coach Hahn made the best of it, and developed a fast, smooth working team, which won its lirst practice game from Riverside by the score of 13-12. There was much nervousness and fumbling in this game, which had to be smoothed out before the team met Argo. This smoothing was accomplished, as shown by the score: Downers 24, Argo 11. A few days later the team won from Maine in the last minute of play, 15-14. No more games were played before Christmas vacation, but January ninth, one week after the close of vacation, Downers took on York and beat them bad, 23-8. Through these first games Downers looked mighty good, but after the York game they hit a slump from which they never quite recovered. The next game after the York game was against Hinsdale, a slow game which Hinsdale won 23-12. A week later the team won from West Chicago 26-20, and then lost three in a row to Glcnbard, Klburn and Sandwich. In all of these three games the team showed fight, but they were playing three of the best teams on the schedule, and couldn’t quite make it. Downers won again a week later from York, follow ing which they lost to Hinsdale one of the best and hardest fought games of the season. The next game was a victory for the Downers Grove quintet, when they won from W est Chicago 16-13. Maine beat the Purple and White in a heart-breaking game, the following night. The local lads were dead on their feet, and were “off” generally, but they managed to garner 13 points, to Maine’s 21. Downers lost the next two games to Glcnbard and Sandwich, showing fight and good basketball, but seemingly unable to hit the hoop. These two games finished the schedule and left Downers in third place in the West Suburban Conference. In the tournament at Aurora 1). G. H. S. drew the mighty Batavia outfit which was nosed out by W heaton in the finals. In this game the team showed better basketball than they had exhibited all year, but were beaten, 31-18. It has been said that the team played well enough in this game to have beaten any team in the League, but, since they were playing one of the best teams in the northern part of the State, were out of luck. The season as a whole can be considered a success, since even the lost games showed the grit of a fighting team, and the games won showed the team to be “good winners” as well as “good losers”. One Hundred One One Hundred Two Lightweight Basketball Team I, I G II T Y K I G II T B A S K E T B A L L This year is the first in which a lightweight team has been formed at I), (i. II. S. The experiment has been very successful. The lights played their first game against Argo’s second team, consisting of much larger players, but entirely outplayed them and won, 17-5. From this game on. the lights went like wizards, winning the next five games- from York. 15-7; Hinsdale 11-10; W est Chicago, 20-14; Glcnbard, 17-10; and Klburn, 12-9. The Hinsdale game was a thriller, featuring Towsley’s long shot from the middle of the llc or for a win. In the Glcnbard game the lights entirely outclassed the Green and White lads, who later won the League lightweight champ- ionship. The night after Downers beat Klburn they traveled to Sandwich, and lost 8-3, the first loss of the year. This setback did not dishearten the boys, although it did take some of the cockiness out of them, and they came back and beat the York lights, 18-N, the following week. On February 13, the lights got 13 points to Hins- dale's 19. So far the team had won a majority of their games, and they added up one more by defeating West Chicago, 33-15. After this game the Purple outfit hit a slump, and lost the League champ- ionship by letting Maine and Glcnbard beat them 12-14. a, d 17-15. 'The writer still believes that Downers Grove had the best lightweight team in the Conference, even though it lost the championship to Glcnbard. It also lost its final game to Sandwich’s second team. In the entire season the team won nine out of fourteen games and scored 217 points to their opponents’ 165. One Hundred Three One Hundred Four Track Squad The track season this year has started out well, even though almost all the material is somewhat new at the game. Canty, Plambcck, Twohey and George Ray are the only four who competed to any extent last year, but there are lots of promising tracksters among the newcomers. At the time the Cauldron goes to press there have been two track meets run off, in which Downers Grove competed. The first, against Hinsdale, was won by them with an overwhelming score. Between this meet and the next, there was much improvement in our team. A new hurdler was discovered in Andrus; Kellogg and Davis began to show speed; (i. Ray began tearing up the track in the 440, and Canty and Plambcck improved hand over fist in the dashes and pole vault. 'The advancement made by these, and others, is evidenced in the score of the second meet, a triangle affair with York and West Chicago. Downers Grove, 82 2-3; York, 48 1-3; W est Chicago 11. If things keep going the way they’ve started we ought to have a track season to be proud of. One Hundred Fi e One llundrtd Six Athletic Association Officers Y E S G . A . A . I S II E R E ! The Ci. A. A. is a new organization in I), (i. H. S. but it has, one might say’ arrived. F.arlv in the fall an epidemic of hiking, skating, and swimming seemed to completely envelope the fairer sex of our school. The result was, considerable stiffness, several cases of blistered feet and a brand new crop of G. A. A. members. Then too, the wave of purple sweaters which daily spread over the back yard was interrupted periodically by the flashing of dangerous looking clubs and fly- ing balls. By the shinguards we recognized it as hockey. Several pairs of trousers, as well as skirts, and numerous pairs of hands were ruined by lime in the process of preparing the field for the tournament, from which the Juniors emerged Cham- pion Club Swingers. Due to the fact that they had made considerable small change from their hot dog stands at football games and as the hockey sticks and shinguards were event- ually paid for, the financiers of the organization took heart and gave a banquet for the Football squads. (Ask Mr. Hahn what happened to the leftover pies). At this time fifty girls were initiated into G. A. A. Due to the fact that the boys and their coach were rather domineering as to the use of the Gym, the incubation period of the basketball tournament was somewhat prolonged. However, other things were attended to during our wait- ing minutes. The last school day before Christmas was marked by a Santa Claus Hop in the Gym, sponsored by our “Jay” girls. It was just about as nice a party as old Santa himself might have given, and we did it all ourselves. Then after Christmas, we all worked night and day to present to the com- munity, a real Physical F.ducation Review, and February 11, and 12, found spot lights dancing dizzily over the Gym, following graceful ballet dancers and dainty clowns in artistic wand swinging drills. Individual talent was utilized, and the four little farm kids were mocked by many an ambitious grade school athlete. The 32 girls who performed in the Souave drill made us truly proud of them. Altogether we think the exhibition was a real success. By the time the exhibition was over the boys were weakening and basketball began to shape into real teams. The tournament was hotly contested. Perhaps some of the enthusiasm was inspired by the game between the Seniors and the Faculty. The Faculty were the victors. No the score will not be given. Basketball was finished up with a real initiation of new members of G. A. A. and a banquet. W e arc about to sign off for the year at this time, however, just to leave a real good taste we are going to have a G. A. A. dance which will beyond doubt be the most original and peppv party Downers Grove has ever seen or will see in many a day to come. Seriously, we wish here to thank our officers who have so faithfully served us and the many friends who have helped us to realize our aims and resolutions. G. A. A. Signing off March 28, 1925. One Hundred Seven One Hundred Eight • . t THE YEARLY NEWS INDIGESTIBLE Vol. 3 Downers Grove, Two Page County, 111. 1925 Published by Eddie Kelt ‘THE NEWS” WAXES WRATHFUL AT “THE INDIGESTIBLE” Threaten to Sue Us for Non-Support The Downers Grove News is angry at The Indigestible. They threaten to sue us for non-support. Master Clifford H. Sedgwick, tin Devil of the News, tells us that, with this apjwar- anee of The Indigestible, they have lost their entire 3,000 unpaid circulation. No circulation, no ads; no ads. we cannot live,” said Master Sedgwick. We’re gonna sue you for non-support.” BEULAH JACOBS WINS TITLE OF “OUR GIRL” Miss Beulah Mae Jacobs, a lowly Sopho- more” took the Bachelor Club’s title of • ()ur Girl for 1925. She won by a 99 44-100r; lead over Betty Mahoney, a Senior. Miss Mahoney still retains the title of “ Klein’s Girl. “SLOPPY SOX” INVADE OUR HIGH SCHOOL Many Bare Legs Destroy Serenity of Rooms Everything's in tin heading, so you won’t have t � read any more, anyway. FROSH COP BASKET HONORS FROM THE MIGHTY FACULTY The Frosh (note the Capital F ) took this year’s basket honors right out of the Faculty’s hands. The Indigestible did not have a representative at the game, but we have estimated the score to be about 393-392. The ball kept rolling bet ween Mr. Bussell's parentheses, until he had an idea and crossed them, with the score 393-0. He got that record-breaking idea in the last five minutes of the game. The Faculty deserves Honorable mention, inasmuch as they scored their 392 points in those last five minutes. FIRE-GONG HEARD SEVERAL TIMES THIS YEAR Well, well, well! The students of our beautiful high school got the thrills of their lives this year when they heard the fire-gong in the grade school building ring three or four times in the school term of 1924-1925. However, most of the students got severe colds” from the undue cxi osure (“undue exposure I «cause there were no fires), at which they stayed at home for two or three weeks, so our superintendent, Ernest Iler, had to |iiit the practice of practicing for fires. Good times were had by all. BIG SCOOP! The basement of the Downers Grove C’andv Kitchen was excavated with a steam shovel! CROSSWORD PUZZLES STORM D. G. H. S. The Crossword Puzzle took the school by storm this year, causing teachers to get verra verra angry. Some of them even stopped reading the comic strip in the Chicago Daily News called “Somebody’s Stenog” because the Boss's son invented the crossword puzzle. Evidently the teachers don’t believe in courteous classes, for a puzzle a day keeps the crosswords away. STUDENTS HEAR PRESIDENT COOLIDGE’S INAUGURAL ADDRESS On March 4th. over a radio set installed in the school, the students heard Calvin Coolidge’s inaugural address. At a quarter to ten in the morning, two students, of whom one was Gordon Mohns, went to Miss Smith’s office, where the ap- paratus was set up. and listened to nothing until eleven o’clock. Then, after the student laxly had assembled the afore mentioned students let her rip, and in came The Stars and Stripes Forever, played bv the 1S. Marine Band. As the sweet strains floated over the assembly, the students hushed down so. that Mr. Iler nearly fainted from shock. However nothing serious hap|x ncd. and the students got out of an hour’s work, so everyone lived happily ever after. THE SEVEN WISDOM TEETH The action takes place in the attic of the Countv Poor House. CHARACTERS Soi'iiiK Cl I. it . A one armed waitress, who spots pins at the bowling alley. Ima Xkkkkr Who sits over in the corner and draws pictures on the wall pajx r for the first three acts. In the last act she is standing on the stove, which adds a touch of mystery to the play. Mr. Ezkorlt Who does not live in Kalamazoo. .1. B. Primprrippkr Who peddles fish in Moscow, and is one of the four Brothers each of whom has no toothbrush. Zrys (Ii.kki. A Hindu who votes for Eugene V. Debs at every election. He is crazy in other ways also. Act Onb Punk Pete enters and hires a hearse saying that his rich aunt is going to die soon. The cat tips over a bottle of milk, and the bar- tender turns three cartwheels and shoots himself. Act Two A piano is heard softly playing, and three Senators enter, take out their flasks, and upon going blind, l cgin throwing sponges at each other. Four shots are fired and the blind butcher is found hanging in the sink. One Hundred Ten THE YEARLY NEWS INDIGESTIBLE Act Three Ivan SneakofT is seen «luclliiiK ill� liis mot lid-in-law. as the curtain rises. John Smith enters, and, I icing hit by a stale Oh Henry, swoons into the arms of the General, who has been shaving. Upon coming to. he orders a root-beer and throws it through the window. Act Korn 1 . Nuckle, the high driver, sits down upon the stove and is burned, so he leaves the stage. The Police enter looking for the deranged detective, and, not seeing him. blow out all the candles and kill each other. A drunk cab-driver enters, and stumbles over the rug. leaving nothing to be desired. FOOLISH FACTS If paper keeps accumulating in the As- sembly at the present rate, the number of sausages manufactured in 1 Bermuda will never displace straw hats as protectors from heat. If thirty-seven peanuts were placed in a row, so that the middle peanut could not be reached by a man standing at either end of the row. four minutes would .be the time taken by four chemistry professors to con- duct an experiment without using any of the aforementioned peanuts. ADDS Don't Get A Hair Cut (let 'em All ('ut THE LAWNMOWER DOCTOR When your shrubbery needs trimming and your lawn- mower's out of order. Go To HOEHN’S BARBER SHOP Who's Your Surgeon? KLEIN’S MEAT MARKET The Seniors were born for big things. The Freshmen were born for small, But nobody knows the reason why. The Juniors were lx m at all. NOTICE!!! The Indigestible hereby gives notice that anyone who wishes to sue us for libel will have to have his name, address and phone numlier sent to the Editor by July 31th. or we will refuse to lx sued. POME () the poets that bloom in the Spring, t ra-la. Are willing and ready to sing. And many a stanza they sling, t ra-la, On almost any old thing. Their thoughts on the breezes take wing, t ra-la, Through the limitless heavens they swing, In the waste-paper basket we fling, t ra-la. The wild contributions they bring. They carol of some noble king. t ra-la. They warble (Say. aren't you getting tired of this damn thing, t ra-la? Well, we are.) JUST OUR TEACHERS CHARLOTTE AXI) (� l) ERSON with CLARENTE (W) Johns' son had to Rustle around to take a Bai.k of straw to the Hatfield. On the way the horse lost a shoe, but fortunately there was a good Smith nearby who was a fine Sent man. Never had there been a Bi.kkkkr day and they were cheerless when they finally returned to their home on Raduliffe. They were sitting by the fire when several Knox were heard at the door. It was tIn Miller from Ii.ek Ioway. Riding home in the flivver the Other night was tin gang We had a slow tire leak And we stopiK d four times to blow it up; Someone suggested that there Was too much weight In the car, And I suggested that we all Should throw out our chests. I walked Home. OUR SHORT STORY The Maguire twins were fighting again the little ruffians! Right in the middle of the street, too. An old lady approached. She was a dear old lady with a black silk bonnet perched on her gray head and a black umbrella in her hand. A look of horror came over her benevolent countenace as she saw the scene of strife. She determinedly thrust her way through the morbid group which had gathered around the combatants. “Come on now. sonny. she said, use your uppercut! PLAYS BOOKS SONGS Wild Animals I have Known Wolf The Real Latin Quarter Miss Bleeker's room The Crisis Test Week In Wonderland” Frosh The Bight of Way Seniors “The Music Master” Miss Thompson Riders of the Purple Sage Franklin Roe FUNNIES TO DATE Pctcy Dink James Twohev Mutt and JefY John Wedell and Howard Mochel The Gumps Snoodlcs Harold Teen Abie the Agent Kayo Kat .enjammer Kids Father Jiggs Moon Mullins Mrs. Katzenjainincr Winnie Winkle Betty and Arnv Gene Waples Frank Kelly Ernie Wright (lib Mochel Benny and Kelly Smitty Sam Hurley Eleanor Schultz Jane Frankenfield One Hundred Eleven EDUCATE? V THE £ £?-fflWCHBS One Hundred Twelve .1 O K E S E CT I () N DEDICAT ON To the Freshman Class, than whom the Cauldron dedicated. CLASS STONES Freshmen Blarney stone. Sophomores— Soap stone. Juniors—Grind stone. Seniors- Tomb stone. Miss Miller to a Soph “ Now listen, if you don't get busy on your English I’ll have to send a note to your father.” Soph “ Better not; Ma’s as jealous as a cat.” She—“ I really can’t believe in you, you deceive all the girls.” Me—“On my word of honor, you’re the first one I ever deceived.” Miss Miller “Marion, please give me the most important character in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Marion K. “Rip Van Winkle.” 1 called her. But she refused to come. I begged 1 threatened— I scolded 1 even swore; But to no avail, She would not come to me, 1 stood silently for awhile, And watched her. I saw her go To Jack To Dick— To Tom But she would not come to me. Finally 1 decided on one more attempt, She came! — Dice are peculiar. “I can’t make my grades,” said Sam, as he shifted into second. “You told me to file these letters,” said the newly bob-haired secretary. “Yes,” admitted Mr. Her. “1 was thinking it would be quicker if I just used the scissors.” there is no better joke, is this section of The Editor. Miss Smith “What is a kitchen?” Howard Eddy “A kitchen is a small room where the wife opens cans.” When Dink dies, he’ll say “ Late again!” when St. Peter slams the gates in his face. Seems to us that Spencer I tt is getting to be quite a “Bee” hunter. Mr. Russell—“All the boys in this study hall have to stay after school tonight.” Voice from the rear seat “Give me liberty or give me death.” Mr. Russell “Who said that?” Voice “Patrick Henry.” THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT They stood beneath the mistletoe He knew not what to do. For he was only five feet tall And she was six feet two. The Queen of Spain “Aren’t you romantic, old dear?” Chris topho Columbo “No Ital- ian—Can’t you tell by the looks?” PRETTY LOW Harold “W hat do you think of the custom of kissing a lady’s hand?” Laura “I think it’s entirely out of place.” Innocence Abroad- Mr. Russell Strawberry cake “Red” Brooks Drcamerof Dreams “Merton” Brown Sheik Steve Kcssl Policeman— Burchard Chester Panatella C. W’ochrel Two-foot Feet—J. Mackey Half-pint Howard Mochel —suppose you went down to southerin Illinois, to look over the towns that were blown away.” Mrs. Anderson. One Hundred Thirteen One Hundred Fourteen G t aulm aDtt Ha. LiWRed- OU3-Mogit-Miwic Stc America Titst To r 3Timers Stoops Haefc Grav j Don I), and Merton were passing away the time on a train by betting on anything and everything such as the number of church spires passed in half an hour, etc. Finally Merton said: “1 11 bet you a dollar my feet are dirtier than yours.” “G’wan,” said Don, “You’re two years older than I am.” Kcster “ Comeon down to my house and play Mali Jongg.” W'yHie “Nothin doin’! Do you think I wanta spoil my jazz playin’ those classical numbers?” Mr. Her—(Filtering the Assembly) “This room reminds me of a prison.” Mr. Russell—“Well sir, it’s all in what you’ve been accustomed to.” Mr. Bale “When I was a boy we had some mighty queer notions. One night our whole village went up on a hilltop and waited for the world to come to an end.” Bessie A.(greatly interested) “ And did it?” Pooch—“Shall we go to the movies tonight?” Jean “We don’t need to—Pa and Ma went.” He—“Do vou like to walk down- hill?” She—“ I just hate it my heel al- ways catches.” He—“Fine. Lets drive up this mountain.” LISP Thome folkth thay I lit lip But them I don’t pertheive it. Jutht lit lien while I call the cat: “Here Putliy! Puthy! Puthv!” Now thee, I don’t lithp. “Crown Point is the big gasoline center.” — Todd. THIS DAY ONLY! ! Our Regular Divorces Marked Down From 2.75 to $1.59 Sign in Reno, Nevada. Mr. Bale—“Deep breathing will destroy microbes.” Margaret “But how can you get them to breathe deeply?” Michael “What was that last card I dealt you?” Beales “A spade.” Michael—“ I knew it- I saw you spit in your hand before you picked it up.” Marion “Do you think you will ever marry, Dorothy?” Dorothy “ No, probably not. Men don’t like women with brains.” Pete—“After the readers of The Cauldron get through with the joke section they won’t want to read any more.” Repeat “That’s why the joke sec- tion's in the back of the book.” Bill- “What would you do if I were to kiss you on the forehead?” Iona “I'd call you down!” Voice on the telephone—“Is that you. Sweetheart?” Hazel—“Yes, who’s talking?” Art S.- “What do they do in a war when a marine is killed?” James M. “Put a submarine in his place. Stupid.” “Fight o’clock,” said Mary when she swallowed her wrist watch. Maxfield went to the dentist's office the other day. On entering the room he saw a sign: “First call. 5.00; second call. £3.00.” When his turn came lie hustled up to the dentist and said: “Well, here I am again.” Wiseacre “Why doesn’t Santa Claus Shave?” Dumb “I'll bite, why?” Wise-acre “Cause there ain’t no Santa Claus.” Fstlier L. “Are you a Senior?” Ernie “This is my fourth year. One Hundred Fifteen Mother—“Didn’t I see you sitting on that young man’s lap last night?” Daughter “Well, Mother, you told me that if he tried to get sentimental I must sit on him.” Mr. Carpenter “You were out after ten last night, weren’t you, young man?” Ray- “No, Dad I got in before two!” Benny- “I’m going to be a cleaner when 1 get out of school. They must make a lot of dough. Take Vacuum for instance I’ll bet lie's cleaned millions.” Mary M. “Do you believe in sports for girls?” Jean P. “Sure. Kvery girl ought to have one.” Kxndall Y. “When I travel I don’t like to ride in the last car. I’m always afraid of a rear end collision.” Thomas L. “So am I. I wonder why they don’t take the last car off?” Benny and Virginia had just en- countered a bulldog that looked as if he might shake a mean lower jaw. “Why, Benny,” said Virginia, as he began to retreat. “You always said you would face death for me.” “ I would,” he flung back, ‘‘but that darned dog ain’t dead.” Bill—“ Is it possible to confide in you?” Bow “Certainly, I’ll be as silent as the grave.” Bill—“Well, then 1 have a pressing need for two bucks.” Bow “Worry not, my friend; it is as if I had not heard.” Bill “ Young man, are you going to kiss that girl?” Pooch (Straightening up)—“No, sir.” Bill Here, then; hold my lan- tern.” “There’s a tender coupling between the locomotive and the train.”— K. Weston McCollum. Ralph “Did you read where a fellow went thirty-five days without taking a bath?” Everett “No; I never read dirty stories.” Jack Hoffman “What’s a five- letter word meaning ‘A kick in the pants?’ ” Ed. Lawson “Flask.” Klein “ Pola Negri is Russian, isn’t she?” Wochrel- “Ych. Most of those movie stars are pretty fast.” “Coleman surely is conceited, isn’t he, Art?” “I'll say so. Why, when we walk down the street together, and a pretty girl smiles at me, the conceited cuss smiles right back at her.” AND THAT’S THE MORAL A young man stood on the corner smoking a cigar. A wild-eyed Reform- er went up to him and said, “My son, how many cigars do you smoke a day?” “Two,” was the answer. “How much do they cost you?” “Ten cents each.” “Young man, do you know if you saved that money, in twenty years you could be the owner of that big build- ing there?” “Do you own that building?” “No,” replied the Reformer, “I don’t.” “Well,” answered the young man, “I do.” First Fresh- “ I see here in the paper where a man working at a slaughter house dropped sixty feet and wasn’t hurt a particle.” Second “(jet off the dime. How was that?” First Fresh- “They were pigs’ feet.” First Student—“Speaking of in- sects, how are your aunts?” Second Student- “Speaking of in- sects, how are you?” “There goes 15c to the dogs,” lie said when he paid for the shine. One Hundred Sixteen a i Cotnf J Bee am l .Haxie All together now TWtticst Girl It Speaks Jor itselj -The - Great Openspaus 'Sc ,� . One Hundred Seventeen Y OUL I) X ’ T I T ? DID You IN to HERE we have EVER Stop CHICAGO ALL these T() Think FOR it? NICE W HAT Would WOULDN’T it be MERCHANTS with HAPPEN To Good HANDY to have EVERYTHING you OLD Downers T() go to NEED, GROVE, CHICAGO SO when you IF, It EVERYTIME you NEED a BIG thing WASN’T For WANTED five IX )NT forget OUR Merchants? GALLONS of gas, HERE you got WOULDN’T It OR a valve core? THAT SEEM Funny WOULDN’T it LITTLE thing. TO Walk Down BE nice NOW since you’ve MAIN Street And IF just READ this little SEE A Lot of THE night DITTY, DWELLINGS YOU had a GO in and see INSTEAD of All DATE with ONE of THE Real THAT best OUR ADVERTISERS, BUSINESS Houses? GIRL, you AND tell WOULDN’T It BROKE your only HIM what a SEEM Queer (’OLLAR Button and PITY you IF. When you HAD to go to HADN’T seen HAD A Cake CHICAGO for The IN t he oven ANOTHER? CAULDRON long And needed Some I wonder AGO. POWDERED sugar IF you’ve tliot QUICK, and OF it this way “GIB” HAD to run BEFORE? One Hundred Eighteen Schultz Bros. THE HOME OF GOOD FURNITURE Phone 600 63 South Main Street One Hundred Xineteen DOWNERS GROVE SERVICE STATION GAS, OILS AND GREASES FIRESTONE TIRES AND TUBES AUTO ACCESSORIES STUDEBAKER AUTO CARS ATWATER-KENT RADIOS II. (). Sl'TTER Son Maple Ave. and Main St. MILLER’S AMERICAN RESTAURANT AND ICE CREAM PARLOR ICE CREAM CANDY CIGARS DELICATESSEN WE SELL STANDARD ICE CREAM COMPANY PRODUCTS NINE VARIETIES OF ICE CREAM 114 So. Main St. HERE COMES THE TIDE Him “ You should sot the altar in our church.” Her “ Load me to it.” DOWNERS GROVE GARAGE Incor|x rated AUTO ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES MOTOR SPECIALISTS CYLINDER GRINDING MACHINE SHOP PHONE TOO-TOO Twenty-one Years of Automobile Repairing From the Motor Buggy to the Modern Car Sales and Service OAKLAND CHANDLER FRANKLIN ♦♦SIXES One undrfd Twenty AT C. PENNER’S ENDICOTT JOHNSON SHOES FOR BOYS AND MEN Shoe and Harness Repairing Neatly and Promptly Done 101 South Main Street 11 P. M., A.I). lie (as he stopjwd tin ear five miles from town) “Shall we go any farther?” She “ I’ve gone far enough, now it’s up to you.” NAPERVILLE CREAMERY COMPANY Owned by Present and Former Residents of Downers Grove QUALITY DAIRY PRODUCTS FOR PARTICULAR PEOPLE Phone Downers Grove 230-M Naperville 31-J H. C. PITCHER DRY GOODS GROCERIES MARKET Phone 175-176 56 South Main Street One Hundred Twenty-one EFFICIENCY GOOD FAITH IN IN WORKMANSHIP RELATIONSHIP SHEET METAL SERVICE DIENER BROS. 105 S. Main St. Downers Grove McPHERSON’S VARIETY SHOP If you can’t find it anywhere else, come to McPherson's, or better still, come here first and save your steps. 65 South Main St. Another Absent-minded Professor is the one who shut his Daughter off and Smiled at his Radiator. READY TO WEAR DRESSES WAISTS HOSIERY UNDERWEAR DRY GOODS NOTIONS Phone 190 the h. e. McAllister company 28-30 South Main Street Downers Grove, Illinois “Say It With Flowers” C. V. WOLF CUT FLOWERS AND PLANTS FUNERAL DESIGNS Phone 136-J One Hundred Twenty-two WINDOW SHADES DOWNERS GROVE SHOE LUXOR-VICTOR-ANCHOR TONTINES HOSPITAL CURTAIN RODS TO FIT ANY OPENING BUSTER BROWN WESTERN SHADE AND OTHER MAKES OF SHOES AWNING CO. See Us Before You Buy Elsewhere Shoe Repairing W. Railroad Street 64 S. Main St. A. Scuokow NATURAL ADVANTAGE Listen, brother, I slept like a log last night.v Well, you had a head start.” FOR DOWNERS GROVE HOUSES LOTS ACRES FARMS TRY FREDENHAGEN’S AGENCY 66 S. Main Street Telephone 351 WHITMAN AND SON MORRIS SHOE STORE LANDSCAPE GARDENING AND NURSERY PRODUCTS GOOD SHOES AND GOOD SHOE REPAIRING Phone 40-R 140 Elm St. S. Main Street One Hundred Turtntx-thrft FOR SPRING THE KNIT-TEX TOP COAT INSURE IN SURE INSURANCE V. THOLIN AND SON 59 S. Main St. Phone 25 DON C. HAWKINS 84 E. Franklin St. Tel. 109-M An Abundance of Rain Water Artificial Sunlight for Hair Drying INDU KOSMETIC AND BEAUTY SHOP Marcelling and Water Waving Hair Dressing Antiseptic Shampooing Facial and Scalp Treatments Manicuring Phone 40Q-W Downers Grove, Illinois 13 W. Railroad Street HERE I AM AGAIN. BOYS The lady sank three times, alack: But a cake of Ivory washed her back. V. F. SEIBERT AND COMPANY PHARMACISTS Charles A. Demks, Il.Ph.G. 55 South Main Street, ('orner Curtiss Street Phone 6 Downers Grove, 111. One Hundred Twenty-four The Downers Grove Reporter TO PROSPECTIVE ADVERTISERS: The Reporter offers an opportunity of reaching ninety-five per cent of the people who live in this trading territory. Being a community paper pub- lished exclusively by, in and for Downers Grove people, it is, naturally, a leader in its field. It is read every week by more than 7,000 people within a four-mile radius of its publication office. If you do business with Downers Grove people, you can reach them through the advertising columns of The Reporter. TO PROSPECTIVE SUBSCRIBERS: The Reporter comes to you fifty-two times a year with from eight to sixteen pages of news about your community and the people who make it their home. Being “A Newspaper for the Community it is reliable, newsy and easy to read. It is worth many times the subscription price of two dollars per year and we would be glad to add your name to the already large list of those who regularly read and enjoy The Reporter. “A Newspaper for the Community” Waltkk J. Staats Editor Business Manager Chester J. Winter DOWNERS GROVE PUBLISHING COMPANY Printers Publishers 37 North Main Street Telephone Number 188 One Hundred Twenty-fire HARDWARE PAINTS GLASS OIL HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES CUTLERY FEED E. G. PFAFF SONS THE HOME OF DEPENDABLE HARDWARE 61 South Main Street Telephone 30 “Yes,” said the attractive spinster, “Why should I marry? I have a monkey that chews, a parrot that swears, and a cat that stays out all night-.” POTTED PLANTS FUNERAL DESIGNS WEDDING FLOWERS FLOWERS DELIVERED EVERYWHERE BY TELEGRAPH 58 N. Forest Ave. Phone 183 One Hundred Twenty-six SUITS MADE TO ORDER TAILORING and CLEANING MAZZA’S TOGGERY SHOP 23 E. Railroad Street Telephone 355 WE CALL AND DELIVER GIFT AND GARMENT SHOP BEST QUALITY RIGHT PRICES Call Upon Us We are Here to Serve You 12 E. ('urtiss Street Phone 212-J Rowing Coach “Yon want to conic out for the crew, huh? Ever rowet before?” Candidate -“Only a horse, sir. Punch Bowl. THE TOWNE SHOP Adeline Hitch Helen Stoi oh FANCY WORK DRY GOODS HOSIERY NOTIONS 60 S. Main Street Phone 327-R Downers Grove. Illinois Ont 1 undr td Twenty-seven Hours: 9 AM. to PM. Except Wednesday Evenings and Sunday by A| |M� inlment JULES M. ZINDT DR. FRANK J. SMITH DENTIST THE PRESCRIPTION STORE Downers Grove, Illinois 31 S. Main St. Phone 281 Downers Grove, Illinois METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY Largest Insurance Company in the World F. (). Gifford, Agent She (at the door)—Did you keep your lights on?” He “Sure, I wear them all winter.” Tiger. UHLHORN DAIRY PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM COTTAGE CHEESE AND BUTTERMILK Harry A. Borman. Prop. 37 South Main Street Downers Grove, 111. Phone 91 One Hundred Twenty-eight Lord Lumber Co. Phones 20 and 21 LUMBER COAL MILLWORK and MASON SUPPLIES Quality and Service Our Motto Main Office and Factory La Grange, Illinois Branches Downers Grove. Hinsdale and Westmont One Hundred Twenty-nine PHOTOPLAYS FOR THE DISCRIMINATING DICKE THEATRE CURTISS THEATRE One man at his supper in Niagara because he was afraid he would not like Buffalo meat. RELIABLE GARAGE A. I). ScnLAi DKK. Prop. Distributor for OVERLAND, WILLYS-KNIGHT, ESSEX AND HUDSON MOTOR CARS FEDERAL TRUCK General Automobile Repairing GAS AND OILS TIRES AND TUBES 11 East Railroad Street Phone 490 Capital $50,000.00 Telephone 301 Surplus $35,000.00 G. II. Bunge Edgak I). Otto II. A. Grotepeld President First Vice-President Second Vice-President I. A. Hkartt Y. F. Kuetemkyek Treasurer Secretary and Gen. Manager DOWNERS GROVE INVESTMENT COMPANY Main and Curtiss Streets Downers Grove, Illinois REAL ESTATE MORTGAGES PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BONDS REAL ESTATE SUBURBAN PROPERTY FARM LANDS LOANS INSURANCE OF ALL KINDS SAFETY DEPOSIT BOXES Our first mortgages all bear 7', interest, give full security, freedom from depreciation and loss, and an income invariably paid on due date. List Your Property with Us for Action Open Every Week Day until 9 P.M. “Shay, ish niv name Heintz?” “No.” “Well, it oughter.be 'cause I'm pickled.' Puppet. Studio Open Sundays With Elevator Service Morrison OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER Phone Central 2719 ( TlICAGO 1505 Garrick Building 64 W. Randolph Street Drunk Friend Drunk One Hundred Thirty-one DON’T SAY STUCCO Say I Want PYRAMID STUCCO “The All Mineral Stucco” A Guaranteed Product BEAUTIFUL DURABLE FIRE PROOF WATER PROOF and ECONOMICAL Manufactured in DuPage County Manikacturkks Executive Office 231 South Wells Street Tel. Harrison 5624 Chicago, HI. PYRAMID COMPANY Factory Downers Grove, Illinois Tel. Downers Grove 263-J One Hundred Thirty-two HAROLD H. CLARKE CLEANER AND DYER Cleaning, Pressing, Dyeing and Repairing Curtiss Theatre Bldg. Curtiss Street Phone 374 DISTINCTIVE QUALITY AND SERVICE L. KLEIN AND SON 12 South Main Street Phone 279 We’ll be friends to the en Lend me ten dollars.” That’s the end.” ROSS’ SANITARY BAKERY CLEAN, WHOLESOME BAKERY GOODS 18 So. Main Street A. (). Iloss, Prop. Phone 218 One Hundred Thirty-three CHAS. MOCHEL AND SON For A Complete Line of HARDWARE PAINTS OIL GLASS Agency for Corbin Building Hardware. Detroit Jewel Gas Stoves and Furnaces. Barnard’s Bulk and Package Seeds Also a Complete Line of Field Seeds. Full-O-Pep and Red Comb Brands of Mixed Poultry Feeds. Poultry and Field Fencing. “When I was in China 1 saw a woman hanging from a tree.” “Shanghai?” “()h. about six foot DOWNERS GROVE CANDY KITCHEN GOOD THINGS TO EAT Home Made Ice Cream and Candy Light Lunches Cigars, Cigarettes and Tobacco COAL For Immediate and Future Delivery Telephone 29 3(i South Main Street Lkkaciios and Okfaxos Telephone 1ST 15 S. Main Street One Hundred Thirty-four LUMBER COAL MILLWORK Phone 15 EVERYTHING IN BUILDING SUPPLIES Phone 15 POTTER MFG. LUMBER COMPANY offers its completo service to the home builder. Everything from the foundation blocks to the chimney cap can lx supplied from our lumber yard and factory. OUR POLICY Prompt Service Best Quality Right Prices ALWAYS We are in business to serve and satisfy our cus- tomers. (Jive us a trial if you are not buying from us now. POTTER MFG. LUMBER COMPANY (Established 1900 Incorporated 1915) Manufacturers anti Dealers HIGH GRADE INTERIOR FINISH AND CABINET WORK Lumber Coal Millwork Mason Supplies Burn “OLD BEN” Coal Best Illinois Coal You Can Buy Office and Factory E. End R. R. St. Lumber and Coal Yards E. Curtiss St One Hundred Thirty-fisc Dodge Brothers TOURING CAR HUPMOBILE AND DODGE SALES AND SERVICE NEW AND USED CARS SEE THE NEW HUPMOBILE EIGHT DICKE MOTOR SALES Grant Dicke, Prop. 45 Belmont Street Phono 465-J Mike ' W hy has Dot decided to give up the European trip she was con- templating?'’ Ike She heard somebody say that travel Broadened one.” IHV-W .•vrgrwg t.i ii «� « � n • i u-vu BRYCE COMPANY, Inc. “MACHINE MADE” BUILDINGS Phone Day 382 Phone—Night 77-W Downers Grove, III. One Hundred Thirty-six DOWNERS GROVE SANITARY DAIRY PERFECT PASTEURIZED MILK YOU CAN BE JUSTLY PROUD OF FLORSHEIM SHOES V. THOLIN AND SON Phone 2S W. H. Laue Phone 25 50 S. Main Street Ask For DEEP-ROCK Products With great care and precaution the house mistress selects the food for your table. You should use equal discretion in selecting Gasoline, Lubricating Oil for the Auto. Kerosene for the stove and lamps, Furnace Oil for the Furnace. FRANK ALLEN, Agent Phone 341-M Downers Grove, Illinois Judge “What is the verdict of the jury?” Foreman of Jury “We find the culprit not guilty, sir, but we recommend that he be warned not to do it again.” W. BLODGETT REAL ESTATE INSURANCE Phone 24 42 S. Main Street One Hundred Thirty-seven J. H. FRANKENFIELD PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRIC WIRING Downers Gkovk. Illinois “Duro” Water Softeners “Duro” Pumps Business Phone 184 Residence Phone 240-W Conductor Your Fare, Miss.” Miss Do you really think so?” Louisiana Purple Pel. Another Rogers' Annual DISTINCTIVE There is something distinctive about a Rogers’ printed book. The clean-cut appearance of the cuts and type matter is the result of the skill and experience of 17 years of annual printing. We enjoy the patronage of high schools and colleges throughout the United States who want a distinctive book of the prize-winning class. Your specifications will receive our prompt and careful attention. ROGERS PRINTING COMPANY 118 E. First Street 29 So. LaSalle Street Dixon, Illinois Chicago, Illinois One Hundred Thirty-eight BALDWIN GRAND-UPRIGHT AND PLAYER PIANOS YOUR RELIABLE STORE FOR FURNITURE AND UNDERTAKING 24-Hour Ambulance Service BRUNSWICK RADIOLAS-PHONOGRAPHS AND RECORDS CHAS. W. FRIEDRICH 33 South Main Street Phone 372- Night 357-M Hotel Guest (to friend across table) ‘‘I’m going to have some beefsteak. It always makes me feel bully.” Friend “Well, I'm going to have somje hash. Hash always makes me feel like everything.” FAIRVIEW COAL AND FEED CO. Fairview Avenue WONDER FEEDS DEVOE PAINTS Phone 272-J One Hundred Thirty-nine TRY THE FAIRVIEW GROCERY AND MARKET FOR SERVICE AND QUALITY Just Phono 27‘2-R or 273 We Deliver Everywhere C. W. Lukes, Prop. Fairviow Avenue, Downers Grove You poor ham. What do you mean l v washing the silverware in the finger bowl?” Darned if I’m going to get egg all over my pocket.” W. Va. Moonshine. C. FORD DAVIS 2(i South Main Street THE WA-BROOK INN MASONIC TEMPLE BUILDING Curtiss and Washington Streets One Hundred Forty COLLEGE ANNUALS McGrath Engraving Corporation PHOTO ENGRAVING BY ALL PROCESSES 509 South Franklin Street OlU Chicago Hundred Forty-one DotonerS £roUe ;%tate iBank AND ZDoUmers robe Crust Company Affiliated Banking Institutions GENERAL BANKING CHECKING ACCOUNTS SAVINGS ACCOUNTS CHRISTMAS SAVINGS REAL ESTATE LOANS INVESTMENTS BONDS TRUSTEES EXECUTORS ADMINISTRATORS CONTRACT COLLECTIONS Combined Resources Over $1,000,000.00 Ask About Our Service Make Our New Home YOUR Bank Ladies’ Room for the Convenience of Our Customers One Hundred Forty-two A U T () 0 R A P II S One Hundred Forty-three Downers Grove Dry Goods Co. 44 South Main Street THE STORE FOR EVERYBODY ALWAYS FIRST WITH THE LATEST STYLES FOR THE SHEIKS AND SHEBAS DRY GOODS NOTIONS MEN’S AND BOY’S WEAR Phone 177