Keokuk High School - Comment Yearbook (Keokuk, IA)

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THE COMMENT 25 friends. The Juniors showed good judgment in putting an end to petty class warfare and giving up their time to better and nobler deeds. On December 23rd was held the first annual Junior-Senior debate. We were represented by Miss Engelhart, Mr. Corey,iand Mr. Davis. The class had a right to be proud of them, for they won the debate. All were satisfied that they earned their reward and that it was a very just decision. Our next social event was a sleigh ride about the middle of January. After the ride we stopped at the home of Miss Burger, Where we were royally entertained. The first sight that met our eyes was what appeared to be a monstrous spider's web woven all over the house. Each boy was supposed to follow a string till he came to his partner. I think Birge will remember after this that Honesty is the best policyf' He got tangled, and broke the string, and took the one belonging to his neighbor, thinking that it led to a certain maiden coming his way, but instead he found at the end Mr. Burger, who had taken the place of one of the girls. Numerous tricks were played, and all departed with joyous spirits. On February 13th, Valentine's Day, the class had a leap year party at the home of Miss Georgia Schell. 1 am surre some in the class wish that leap year came oftener, because it proved to be the only way to get some of our bashful boys to come to a party. The Valentine and leap year scheme were carried out to perfection and our hostess had planned so many games that the evening was fairly crowded with merriment. The Junior's favorite game Library was installed here. Later a dainty luncheon was served and the climax reached in the opening of the Valentine Box. The athletic boys in our class had great success this year. Captain Devero and Mr. Heineman were among the individual stars in one of the most successful football seasons in the history of K. H. S. Mr. Heineman won in the 220-yard dash at the Tri-State meet, thus helping to win fifth place in the meet for our school. Of course the Junior-Senior banquet ended our Junior year, and the class certainly showed that they understood the art of decorating and entertaining perfectly. An expression used by one of last year's alumni serves to show what the general opinion was: Well, he exclaimed as he entered the lower hall, you certainly have put us in the shade! The fall of 1912 ushered in the grandest year of all. On September 10th the class held their first meeting and the oflicers of

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24 THE COMMENT work, especially Mr. Pechstein. Our treasurer has been accused of pocketing the coin because of the numerous assessments, but, if you think itls fun to try to get money out of a High School class, just ask Mr. Pechstein. His motto appears to be, Say, ain't you got any money for me P We had quite a discussion as to the class colors. Green and lavender were chosen firstg but some were dissatisfied, and at the next meeting they were changed to yale blue and White. Since the girls are more numerous, the election naturally Went their Way, and someone accused us of studying Woman's suffragist rules, which We have a perfect right to do. On September 29th the Juniors had the honor of having the first party of the year at the home of Carita Vollers. The suffragette rule seemed to have prevailed here also, as there Was quite a scarcity of boys. This night is noted for the organization of the Press Club in the back seat of Birge Elder's car by six of the members. Games were played, marshmallows toasted, and all had a delightful time except Mr. Corey, who had the misfortune of having his girl stolen. He accused Birge, but no one found out. The next social function was a Hallowe'en party at Hugh Corey's. This was the third party We had there, and each year it seemed that We had a better time. Regular Hallowe'en games and music were enjoyed and an elaborate supper served. At a late hour we departed, the only regret being that We must go. On the Way home the Sophomore hayrack was overtaken and immediately attacked. The boys must have been scared, but the girls put up a good fight for them, and proved themselves to be quite equal to the task. On the 25th of November, Miss Hazel Ackley entertained the class. Although only eight couples turned out, We had a fine time and departed with the impression that the fewer the better, instead of the more the merrierf' On Monday afternoon, December llth, ended once and for all the class enmity which often prevails throughout the junior and Senior classes. The start of one of the greatest class rushes ever seen at K. H. S. was the placing of a Senior pennant upon the school Hag pole. A Junior with Dr. Reid's permission hauled it down and tore it to pieces, and then portions of it were worn by the members of the class. Of course the Seniors could not stand for this, and that afternoon the general scrimmage took place. Both classes were satisfied that they had enough, and from then till the end of the year were the best of

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26 THE COMMENT the previous year were unanimously elected to retain their positions: President, Wilhelm Heinemang Vice President, Gladys Engelhartg Secretary, Charles Honceg Treasurer, August Pechstein. The old class colors were changed to gold and white by a large majority. At the second meeting the class pins were chosen and everyone was well pleased as they are very unique and attractive. Rings with similar seals were ordered by some. On the 21st of October the Seniors met for the purpose of choosing a class flower and motto. The yellow rose was chosen to match the colors gold and white. The motto selected was: No footsteps backward. On the 23rd of October plans were made for the organization of 81 entirely new idea, The Courtesy Clubfl under the leadership of Dr. Reid and Miss Solomon, the object being to welcome and entertain strangers to the school and to the city. The officers are: President, Delbert Chute, Vice President, Antoinette LeFaivreg Secre- tary, Hugh Corey. The climax of the social events was reached in the farewell party at Corey's. For once we were rather unluckyg it rained and snowed and hailed, but that didn't dampen our spirits any. On the way out one excursion car overturned, but nobody was injured, and we were well rewarded for our rough ride by the splendid time which awaited us. As a token for the many splendid parties given by Mrs. Corey the class presented her with a silver server and holders. After progressive games were played, a splendid supper was served, the class colors being carried out in the shape of a huge white cake decorated with tiny yellow roses, which was cut by our president. An onlooker would have surmised that some of our boys had never tasted cake by the way they scrambled for their share. Our trip home was quite as eventful as the one out. We had to do something, so we got stuck in the mud, and I am sure that the little molecules that we learn about in chemistry could never have had a greater aFHnity for each other than that mud, or rather clay, had for us. It kept the boys busy pulling us out. But for all our misfortunes, everyone said that it was the best ever. On Valentine's night, February 14th, Miss Tracy and Miss Buss entertained the class at the home of the latter. The house was very prettily decorated with hearts and cupids. One of the most enjoyable evenings was spent at games, the official one being Library, and was concluded by the opening of the Valentine Box. This was also rough-neck day. But I am sorry to say that