Manual High School - Mirror Yearbook (Peoria, IL)

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--- Twen the meaning of the word thrift, and though the first week's average was ten per cent under that of last year's deposits on the opening day, we re- joice that there is room for improve- ment and hope we may all have a few nickels and dimes to aid in raising that forty-six per cent average. CONSTITUTION DAY September 17, 1936, was the 149th anniversary of the signing of the Con- stitution at Philadelphia. We study it, as a matter of course, little realizing the privileges guaranteed us under its provisions. Acclaimed as one of the greatest documents ever conceived by a liberty-loving people, may we ever cherish its wise provisions and honor those who sought to perpetuate the things which they had so dearly bought. EXCURSION Moonlight, but no roses! When the steamship, Capitol,l' pulled away from the wharf at the foot of Main Street, Peorians and Manualites were given a brief taste of the glamorous days of steamboat travel on the Illi- nois and Mississippi rivers. This excursion has come to be an annual affair sponsored by the alumni asso- ciation, and with the assemblage of old associates, rippling water, moon- light and a good dance orchestra, the evening was one long to be remem- bered by those who took advantage of the occasion. PROVISO Firsts! Let's enumerate. The first football game of the season, the first contest with Proviso High, first use of the new field, and the first defeat. So reads the story. Proviso High of May- wood, Illinois, appeared on the foot- ball schedule for the first time and brought to Manual a veteran team of size, speed, and all-around ability. The first half was evenly fought, both teams using strong running attacks with neither team threatening the goal line. Manual was outplayed the second half but never outfought. A ty-four -i fumble paved the way for a touch- down in the third quarter, and Pro- viso scored again the third and fourth, Manual went down in defeat, 20 to 0. PEP CLUB After the chastisement administered by Proviso we came to the conclusion that a livelier cheering section was needed. The second version of such an organization was again under the leadership of Mr. Cahail. Membership was limtied to fifty people, and these were furnished with oil cloth Capes and caps, half in orange and half in black. By means of these, various designs and letters were made which added to the attractiveness of this unit in the bleachers. Small though this group seemed, they led the way and other Manual rooters quickly fell in line. The triple M, 4'Fight Man- ual, Fightf' Yea Manual, and other words of encouragement and praise soon had their effect, and victories were forthcoming. ASSEMBLY SEATS Being overgrown has its advantages but far more disadvantages. With our growth and enrollment exceeding that which was expected and for which the high school building is adapted, the number of assembly seats is inade- quate, and but half the student body may attend at any one session. Miss Justus again had charge of the seating arrangements and both Groups 1 and 2 anxiously awaited announcements on the bulletin board hoping no errors might occur to deprive either of their rightful turn at the infrequent call to assembly programs. MYSTERY PLAY Friday, September 25, a spooky feeling and little shivers up your spine! And yet one had plenty of company. One was really glad when the house lights were turned on. Per- haps you have guessed it. just a reac- tion from the mystery play, Three Taps at Twelve, produced by mem- bers of the Alumni Association under the direction of Verla Reid. This was

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Twenty-three - BOOKS The sale of text books was conduct- ed in much the same manner as be- fore, since the school board has seen fit to handle the texts. Sales were made from the office beginning on Wednesday and continued throughout the week, various teachers were in charge during the various hours of the day. Orders and cash were received by the classroom teacher and sent directly to the office for the supplies needed, thus confusion was elimi- nated, and more rapid means of dis- tribution was provided. Money col- lected from such sales to Manual stu- dents approached S2,000. The book exchange, operated by the members of the Student Council, was also in op- eration before and after school hours with Florence Wukasch in charge. This service was rendered both for those who had books for sale and those who desired to purchase used texts. FAIR EXHIBIT Manualis entry in the State Fair exhibit held at Springfield in August was put on display in the cafeteria so that all those who were not fortunate enough to see it in its original setting might enjoy the many phases of work which portrayed our school activities. Unfortunately, shop projects and dresses made by the sewing classes were delivered directly to students' homes on their return from Spring- field, hence these could not accom- pany the material which adorned the walls. Manual High School, placed in group four, CHigh schools having an enrollment of 1,000 to 1,500 stu- dentsj, again achieved high honors receiving ten first places out of eleven entries and a total cash award of 5128. Since we have no agriculture course, an entry in this division has never been possible for Manual, but repre- sentation in all of the other classes has been creditably made annually. THE BAND Strange noises emanating from the auditorium aroused our curiosity and upon examination we discovered - what do you suppose? It was the first rehearsal of the band, and as the sounds offended our musical ears we hastened on our way confident that at some future date harmony would grow out of discord and this organiza- tion would be one of which we would be most proud. GYM Keep off! Such were signs that greeted the casual visitor who by some hook or crook or devious passage gained access to the gymnasiums. Floors had been recently cleaned and newly varnished, and the boys were enthusiastic over the transfer of the classes to Proctor Center three blocks away. There the warm sunshine, fresh air, and a varied assortment of sports and exercises made gym days all too infrequent. Horseshoes, kittenball, football, and baseball all had their devotees, and much bickering and even bribery was resorted to in selec- tion of the activity for the day. THE MANUAL September, fifteenth, brought us two assembly periods. The Manuals so generously donated on the opening day had served their purpose and cards, circulated for subscriptions, were promptly signed. The band made its first appearance and such an appearance! Sixty members and as many instruments, a few days of prac- tice, and our predictions of the pre- vious weeks seemed on the road to fulfillment. But what a motley array! Upon investigation, however, we were informed that sixteen additional new uniforms had been ordered. Our doubts dispelled, we returned to our classroom, much elated with the evi- dent signs of progress. BANKING Banking was inaugurated with but little ballyhoo or fanfare. A new staff and a new adviser made its appear- ance, but no new records appeared to usher in the new regime of Bodine and Company. Some there were who could still spell and likewise illustrate

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PROVISO FOOTBALL J J, A I , I Chinuge breaks up a pass Collins Miller runs interference lor Yonkoski. Another pass attempt that failed. i'