Hillsboro High School - Hiltop Yearbook (Hillsboro, IL)

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AUTUMN CARNIVAL Stokes, B., Albright, Zellmann, Ott, Nl. J., McDade, Meyers, Pruitt, Grimm Snyder, Giese, Cress, B., Granier, Toluerman, Zellmann, Linxwiler, Xwhite, D., Paton, White, B. head, some of the student girls who aspired to the tr-ide were the beauticians. Squeals of horror or surprise issued from Mr. Orland's 4'Cave of Mysteryf, A brave clarer an- nounced that there were rolling stairs, blank walls, and many obstacles to be climbed. Numerous clowns were around fnot for entertain- ment, for enjoymentj selling peanuts, popcorn, candy, and soda pop. The halls were filled, especially around the old 21 l . . Carnival reliable stand of Miss Foster and Miss Reed. Hot dog sandwiches and soda pop were the main attrac- tions of rhe evening. Mr. Ewald's athletic show drew many fans of sporting nature. Boxing was the highlight here. The off-key-sounding German Band kept up competition with the school band under the direction

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CARNIVAL AUTUMN Bullington, Walslx, Isbell, Harrison, Nance, Nlorznino, Nlarlcel, Gibbs Cress, A. M., Dawson, Ernst, Miller, Arney Carnival . . On November 12, the Hillsboro High School opened its doors to all for the annual school carnival. Mr. Fearheiley as usual kept the check on the money fwatch their manj while the hat check girls lcept check on the coats. The gymnasium was decorated in red, white, and blue. A large interesting booth in the center of the gym seemed to be the center of the attractiong it was later discovered that here the tickets were bought for all those notable shows going on around the school. As usual the Queen,s Booth drew a large crowd all wishing to vote for their favorite Hbeautyn. bliss .lean McLean was again in charge with all her able assistants keeping tab of the standings. The telegram stand sent out many a greeting of love or sarcasm from bashful suitors. The beauty parlor too, sent out many a well-set l Z0

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CARNIVAL AUTUMN Carnival . of Mr. Cox. The Auditorium Show lcept up its record of presenting an entertaining show. Eight girls took part in a chorus of hats. What boy appeared wear- ing a straw hat and overalls? Then there was also very good dancing including acrohatic, ballet, and tap. The Puppet Show was entitled 'll-lollandaisf' As usual the workings of the live puppets, feet and hands caused much laughter. This was one time when a little joke was not taken too seriously by the teachers. ulda, Sweet as Apple Cider was the theme song of the Minstrel Show. Numerous interpretations of truclcin,' were given. The Nigahs', in this lVlin- strels were 2' little red-facedg although guaranteed blacked-faced coloring was used. A carnival would not he complete without a Queen, so let it not he said that our carnival went without one. At the close of all the shows the patrons gathered in the auditorium to await 1937's Queen of Love and Beauty. After what seemed ages, the I-leralds announced the coming of the nine maids. Then Emma ascended the stage and was crowned Queen by Maurice Wygal, to reign over her subjects the remaining year.