McKendree University - McKendrean Yearbook (Lebanon, IL)

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cniors Elza Cralley. Mount Olive, llh B. S. Ordinarily very quiet, Elza can talk interestingly for a lengthy period when the subject happens to he biology. What he sees through the microscope would cover a mountain. Being a scientist by natural inclination, Elza has that pecu- liarly sympathetic understanding of the minute life. His pictur- esque descriptions of the many dilly-dallying little creatures beneath the magnifying glass makes biology seem a romancette. His interest in little things, it is said, extends to include a little Belleville girl. Delbert Lacquement, a. B. Colhnsrille, Illinois A quick glance, a flashy smile, a friendly greeting — that is Lacky, the Fighting Parson of our football team, and a real friend. His unselfish nature was revealed in his athletic career when he sacrificed personal glory for the good of the team. Playing the game well and fair, Lacky did much to keep up a fine morale among his team-mates with his peppy and cheerful spirit. Adversity will not deter this congenial chap from achieving his goal. PRESIDENT OXFORD Glenn ' ' Jack Haskin, B. S. Oblong, Illinois A resounding slap on the back and a hearty, booming laugh, and you know that Jack is indulging in another of his quiet, re- served jokes. He has McKendree pretty well in hand, from the faculty to co-eds. His conscience severely chides him, however, for the multitudes of pleasant dreams he has shattered in the boys dormitory during his windy career with the bugle. Jack is the proud possessor of those rare qualities which can arouse enthusiasm even at a funeral. FOOTBALL, ' ly; TRACK. • 6. ' ly. 8; PRESIDENT PHILO; PRESIDENT BACHELORS; CHEER LEADER, ' 24- ' a8; SECRETARY-TREASURER M CLUB; BAND. -14, ' 15; CIRCULATION MANAGER REVIEW; INSTRUC- TOR IN ACADEMY. William Kratzer, A. B. Jamestown, Missouri Bill, one of our most popular and prominent students, is called the Jim Reed of McKendree. He is for Missouri first, last, and always, because, as he aptly says; A state is to be exalted that can produce such men as Jim and I. A man of aggressiveness, persistency and business ability, quite evident in everything he does, assure Bill a future bright and rosv. The services which he rendered for the glory of Old Mc- Kendree and fellow-students cannot be too much appreciated. PRESIDENT PHILO; BACHELORS; BUSINESS MANAGER McKEN- DREAN igay; GLEE CLUB. ' 25. ' zO. ' ly. ' S; BUSINESS MANAGER MC- KENDREE REVIEW; SECRETARY ' -TREASURER GLEE CLUB, ' ly, -28. TwentySe

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Seniors Dale Wilson, y ewton, UUnc A. B. Those who really know Dale find in him a truly attractive personality. Clean cut in his appearance, he is no less so in his character. He has revealed his versatility by his contribution to scholastic, forensic, dramatic and musical activities of his Alma Mater. In a petite, golden-haired damsel, after many years of experi- mentation. Dale has announced to the world at large that he has finally found Her and all that he expected. PI KAPPA DELTA; DEBATE TEAM, ' 27. ' 28; PRESIDENT PLATO; VICE- PRESIDENT SYMPHONIC CLUB; PRESS CLUB; ORCHESTRA; BAND; Y. M. C. A.; AS YOU LIKE IT. Clifton Oxendine, A. B. Pates, Tiprth Carolina A true son of America, Oxie wisely has taken full advantage of its heritage, especially that in the educational realm. Not only did he obtain his college degree by hard work, wise selection, careful study and persistence, in addition Oxie intends to exalt himself in the noble profession of teaching. In the lighter side of his life, he has shown himself to be right there. Oxie prefers jokes of the apple-pie type, however, he never fails to see the point in the flattest of jokes. CLASS PRESIDENT, ' 16; McKEN- Charles Jack, A. B. Opdyke. lUmois A scramble, a quick grab, a twist, and a long arm reaches up and this dependable basketeer scores another of his thrilling shots. Charley, the backbone of our basketball team, is one of the most popular athletes in McKendree. Fair play is the motto of Charley, who can also boast of having an engaging personality, a bushel of wit and a friendly disposition. To know him is to know a friend good and true. FOOTBALL, ' ifi. ' j?; BASKETBALL. ' 16. ' ly. ' is, CAPTAIN. ' 27; BASEBALL, •ij. -16. 17. CAPTAIN. 28; ALPHA MU OMEGA; PLATO PRESIDENT; •■M CLUB; PURPLE M. 27. ' 28. Vernal R. W. Hardy, B. S. ElUs Grove. Illmois Swift and dextrous on the tennis court, this tall and handsome young man applied his quick, efficient methods of the tennis court to every task and duty which fell to his lot. In striking contrast, a gentle and kind disposition makes his personality an unusually likable one and has won him many friends. To one young fair co-ed, at least, Willy is just the darlingest thing. Being a man of vitality, his future is very promising. REVIEW, MANAGING EDITOR. 26. ' 27. EDITOR. ' 27: McKENDREE BULLETIN. EDITOR. -26, ' 27; PRESIDENT PLATO; TENNIS, -24. ' 27; MATHEMATICS CLUB; ASSISTANT IN CHEMISTRY; SIGMA 2ETA.

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MC KEND REE ' s:? ; - . . § ' cntors Irwin R. Nelson, A. B. Williamsnlle, Missouri With a heart as big as he is tall and robust, Irwin is the type of man who inspires confidence and affection in everyone he meets. One would have to be as strong and efficient as Irwin to handle several classes besides participating in extra-curricular and schol- astic activities. With sterling character, consistent working methods and with a radiantly, pleasant disposition, this big, old boy can accomplish much in the teaching profession, which he chose as his life ' s work. Leonard Metcalf, A. B. Case ill«, Illinois Leonard is one of the few fortunate men who go to college to obtain an education, but in the process form an entangling alliance with the opposite sex and get a wife, too. He settled down early in his college career. As a result, Leonard is one of the most earnest, conscientious and hard-working students in everything he does. With his native ability coupled with that of his life-mate, success to him seems to be just around the corner. PHILO: OXFORD CLUB. Marion Kirkbride, A. B. Cdiro, Illinois Troubles befall all, and this blue-eyed Egyptian from Cairo has not been exempted. All through her senior year Marion has been under a terrific mental strain. The two vital questions of her life, to which the answers have not as vet been found, are To let her hair grow or not to let it grow, and To diet or not to diet. As for the former, we will say forget it, for gentlemen prefer blondes, regardless of whether or not they have bobbed hair, but for the latter, nobody loves a fat . ■LASS O- Lt.MERlCK TOWN; ' Helen Metcalf, A. B. Collmst ' illf, Illinois We remember Helen as a prominent member of the McKendree Concert Company. This noted company entertained Southern Illinois in the summer of ' 17. Now Helen has a husband to entertain and she is proving her- self to be a capable minister ' s wife. Her sweet disposition, accom- panied by perseverance and pluck, cause McKendree to be proud to claim her as a daughter. 1ARTHA; MCKENDREE CONCERT COM ' Tu -ntv-E.ght