Manual High School - Mirror Yearbook (Peoria, IL)

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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'

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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-six - 'X it ' rl-if : ' ,LPML , . PEP CLUB M N l if Power - Energy - Purpose Back Row-H. Dillois, G. Meyer, R. Baden, J. McVeitty, J. Duttarer, R. Smith, G. Budisalich, K. Kullnian. Row IV-S. Anderson, E. Burdette, M. Kallister, F. Grawey, W. Uphoff, L. Baker, B. Orr, J. Weber. Row III-B. Moehlenhof, F. Peterson, D. Mooney, R. Bristol, M. McBride, M. Sanden, A. Shreffler, A. Ifledger Row II-E. Richardson, R. Lorch, D. Henning, B. Adams, L. Rasor, E. Bradshaw, H. Reynolds, C. Bradshaw. Front Row-M. Richter, V. Peterson, M. Sutton, M. Madden, D. Ruesch, M. L. Rogers, M. Schmitt, M. Schmi the first Alumni activity of the year. Such programs and entertainments as are provided by this organization are promoted solely for the benefit of the Manual scholarship fund, which pro- vides means and an opportunity for some worthy graduate to attend col- lege. We are proud of this organiza- tion, the only one of its kind in the city of Peoria, and rejoice in the pep and enthusiasm which it displays in such a worth-while and laudable undertaking. PAY DAY Doors swinging! Laughter! Fac- ulty on parade! Excitement for the cast of the Alumni play was naught as compared to that of faculty members who trouped to the office to sign their first pay roll after a long drought of three months. With checks carefully tucked away in various intricate places of concealment, the day went rapidly and duties were cheerfully performed. Tomorrow they will be welcomed as never before by butcher, by baker, by department store. DECATUR The second game of the football season was a nocturnal affair at Deca- tur. We had the appellation of the underdogs but came away with the long end of the Q6-OD score. Touted as contenders for Big 12 honors, the Decatur loss was hard to take by some of the irate fans, and in addition to a victory, the Manual team received a shower of missiles directed at the bus as they started on their journey home- ward. PICNIC To the new teachers joining the ranks of the Manual faculty the fall picnic of this group was one of unusual and dynamic interest. Twice post- poned on account of moisture, it even- tually occurred on September 28 at the rooms of the Teachers' Club in the Administration Building. Service at the tables and entertainment follow- ing the luncheon were provided by the 'fNeophites, and from rumors that found their way out the oldsters must have found pleasure in the discoml fiture of the youngsters. When at the height of the Knock, Knocksn the order was given to Russell up some more food, the meeting was promptly adjourned.