Elwood Community High School - Crescent Yearbook (Elwood, IN)

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2-A Class History History 2B Class IN tlic fall of 15)18 a crowd of happy boys and girls, full of fun and spirit, entered E. II. S. It was not long before this bunch was recognized as the future leaders of their Jligli School. The Freshmen year passed quickly and was ended by a picnic which seemed to mark the end of a wonderful year. In the fall of 15)19 the same crowd entered High School, but this time as Sophomores. Im mediately after their arri'. d. they organized their class and the following were elected as officers for the coming year: Ray Lewis President George Crouse Vice president Jlelen McCarty Secretary Gilbert Horton Treasurer Purple and gold were selected as the class colors and Daisy as the class flower. The first party held was a wiener roast at the home of Helen McCarty. Every one thoroughly enjoyed it. Class parties were held at the homes of Margaret Bruce, Gertrude Lewis (Hallowe’en), Lois Albright (farewell party for secretary), and at the gymnasium. The Sophomore class is well known in E. H. S. for its school activities. One of the most important is the English Club. This club is of an educational value as well as the means of an entertainment for its members- The Sophomores are also very proud of their Basket Ball Team which promises to become one which the whole Elwood High School will be proud to own. IN the spring of ’1!) a very lively bunch of young girls and boys joyfully trotted up the walks of the E. H, S. Not having a care for the memories of the life they were leaving behind them, their enthusiasm and their thoughts were all for the interesting life opening before them. They didn't mind being called “Freshies.” They were glad just to know that they were to be a part of this wonderful school. Then, after a year has rolled by, we find most of these same girls and boys entering upon a bright career in the Sophomore year. They are “2 B’s” and though they are older, in years and in experience, their enthusiasm has not left them. It has only developed them more, and their fiist act was to hold a meeting to elect officers. The results being as follows: Carlos Massy President (First president, Edward tlogeis, who resigned). Robert Evans Vice President Martha DeHority Secretary Treasurer Leona White Flower Class Color----------Scarlet and white After organizing their class, they begin, as usual, to plan for some good times- Unlike other classes, they have not started upon a brilliant campaign of social functions. The few little parties they have are not always attended by all the members of the class, but they have the “spirit” and the “pep,” and they all are certainly “royal” affairs. Tage Thirty

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At the end of summer the class of '21 began its third year. The new officers for the year were: Archie Lewis President Margaret Miller Vice President Edna McGee Secretary-Treasurer The first Junior Class Party was held at the home of Fred Beeson. This was followed by the Hallowe’en party at Leona Nuding’s, and later by a party in the H. S- gymnasium. All were very successful. The Junior Basket Ball team, which is made up of 3A’s, won the school championship. The class was well represented on the varsity basket ball and football squads. To celebrate the winning of the inter-class basketball tournament and to show their appreciation of tlie varsity squad’s fight in the district tournament, the 3A's joined with the .ill's and royally entertained tin two teams in the “gym” on March 26th. The class is looking forward to the time when they will be called Seniors, with great hopes that that year will be as successful in every way as the three preceding years have been. 3B Class History TIIE mid-year class entered high school in January, 1918, with customary vigor and “pep.” They applied themselves to Study making a good impression on the teachers, until the end of the term, when as a tit-ting close they celebrated with a picnic, their first social event. A year later the class held a meeting for purpose of organization, electing Joseph Cotton as president. Miss Gladys Lewis entertained the members at her home, the event being well attended in spite of the storm. Everyone can testify that it was enjoyed to the full. A party was next given at Miss Mary Jane Dellority’s, where the committees spread themselves to the utmost in a successful effort for a jolly good time. The class picnic was next in order and no effort was spared to make this worthy of remembrance for each one, as it truly was. A meeting was called promptly at the beginning of tlie fall term, when Raymond Wimer, the well-chosen executive, was elected. A Hallowe’en party was arranged and on the night set, figures in weird and varied array presented themselves o nthe doorstep of Clifford Robbins’ home where ghosts were ready to give a welcome to all comers. The guessing was soon started and after the unmasking each one entered the fortune teller’s booth where future events were revealed. Games, music and all sorts of stunts were carried out and old King Jollity held sway. During the winter a bob-sled party was formed and song and gayety made one forget the wind which nipped the cheeks. The New Year started off right with a “box” social. The boxes were sold at the end of the evening and the feed was spread on the table. The class is small but it is agreed that in this ease af least, it is quality and not quantity that counts. CHOICE BITS OF LATIN TRANSLATIONS (1) “Cold fear ran through their spines.” (2) “Aenas shook his friend Ilioneus with his light hand, Serestus with his lift.” (3) “The statue leaped out of the ground.” (4) “If the name of Troy has reached, your cootie garages.” , (5) “Roomy rooms.” (cavae aedes). (6) (Multum frumentum) “Many grains.”' (7) “This seal, the imitation of your grandfather.” (8) l’ost proelium) “Behind the battle.” (9) “I see the eyes and ears of all turned toward me.” (10) “The gods will reward me according to my ‘deserts.’ ” (11) “They tried to ‘distinguish’ the fire with water.” (12 “Not yet has lie lost his mind.” (13 “Let the father omnipotent send me to the lower world as a thunderbolt ” Pape Twenty-nine

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THE FRESHIES TIIE poor, dear little, green little Freshies! llow happy they seem! When they en tered every one was scared stiff. Now all that has blown over and all think they know more than Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors all put together. Just go into assembly I and glance at the innocent faces—how they do study! Then in a five minute period walk to the back of the room, sit down and watch the antics performed under cover. Watch the notes fly about, just see the Freshies chewing their gum, see the boys treat the girls to candy , and notice the sly looks at the teacher. They all seem to he getting along as well as can be expected in their school work and as always, the teachers are doing their part in training them to he good school citizens. The Seniors set a good example for the “dear little ones.” If the Freshies do as well as the Seniors, every one will admit that they are the pride of the school. Of course, the Freshies are looking forward to the time when they will be Sophomores, as that Mill end their Freshy career for a few years at least- Peace be with you, little defirs, and cheer up, for the worst is yet to come.