Nappanee High School - Napanet Yearbook (Nappanee, IN)

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The Prophecy of By HILD ' PROPHKT is not without honor save in his own country. Hut the fu-ture of the class of nineteen six issoclear that I venture to foretell the marvelous careers of its mem tiers. If the class were In any way an ordinary one it would not be so easy to prophesy concerning it hut since It displays such extraordinary ability and such decided genius it takes little effort to conceive the greatness which the future holds in store for it. In the future it will stand as a model of excellence in scholarship and deportment, which all other classes will strive in vain to imitate. In the year nineteen-twenty the city of Chicago will boast of possessing the most famous lawyer in the United Slates, renowned for his eloquence, his marvelous reasoning ability, his phenomenal insight into the most intricate cases and his justice ever tempered with mercy. The name of this famous lawyer and judge will be the Honorable Edward Wilson. In the next twenty-live years then will be a structure erected in the city of New York which will lx a marvel for ages to come. It will prove to lx the work of a genius in inventiveness and mechanical skill and will make the builder, Mr. Lester, Weber noted and renowned throughout the world in the field of mechanics. Then the world of fashion will hear of the celebrated modiste w ho will send out the most beautiful and artistic creations that have ever delighted the eyes of women. Beside her the dress makers of l arls will fade into insignificance and the gowns from Paris will no longer bear the stamp of excellence, but those fashioned by Madame Wilt. Also one of our members will excel in the profession of dentistry. He will lx known as an authority in his line and besides attending to his large and lucrative practice he will be the author of several of the most famous books on dentistry. Besides his achievements in tills line he will also win fame as a celebrated violinist, and this distinguished dentist and artist will be known as Dr. Carle Guiss. In the years to come there will be a second Susan B. Anthony. Her reputation will lx world wide as the greatest suffragist leader and most eloquent speaker of her time. This prominent and capable leader will be Miss Ida Pippenger. 13 i BAER In the choir of the first Methodist church there will be a talented and beautiful singer who will sing away the heart of the admirable minister and as his helpmate she will greatly further the good cause by her melodious voice. She is now known as Miss Joy Whiteman and will continue to be a Joy to all who know her. The great settlement work in the slums of a large city will Ik carried on by Miss Ettle Weyburn, who will go to the poor and distressed relieving them of their want and brightening many homes with kindness and material benefits. In a very few years there will be a beautiful country estate not far south of Nappanee. In this spacious home where many brilliant social events will take place the class of nineteen six w ill enjoy many pleasant reunions and its lovely and charming hostess will add great pleasure to the occasions. The name of the mistress of this future home is now Miss Merle (iwin but I will not venture to prophesy what It will be In the future. The science of medicine will be greatly advanced by a skillful and proficient surgeon and after becoming famous in Europe, he will be called to the homes of the wealthiest, but in his noble and unselfish way lie will not refuse to minister to the poorer classes. Dr. Curtis Miller will become famous for his kindness to the poor as well as for his skill. This wonderful class will also be honored by furnishing to one of the best colleges the most capable and most highly educated German instructor that has ever been known. This instructor will be noted not only for her accurate knowledge of German but also for her kindly and chee.-y disposition which will win for her the hearts of all her pupils and they will all love and respect MIss I vy Stably. Then last but not less important in this prophecy is the future founder of the finest cooking school in the land. Site will be an excellent cook and to partake of one of her meals will be considered a rare treat indeed. She will lx sought after by those highest in society to superintend at the preparing of sumptuous repasts. It will lx said of Miss Anna Newcomer that she is so skilled and |H rfect in tlie art. that every thing her fairy fingers touch seems like ambrosia; fit for the gods.

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History of By IVY |TlX a warm sunny day In September as the last toll of the bell was sound- 7 ing in its belfry the High School doors were Hung open and tramp, tramp, tramp, came the sound of footsteps. On came these firm footsteps until a view was presented to the eye that was of lasting impression. For there marched across the threshold the most remarkable crew of students that had, as yet. passed the doorway of the Xappanee High School. I.ittle did this army of twenty-one high-minded boys and girls care for the hooting hurled at them by the self-conceited Seniors of that time. But even during the ridiculing a little look of surprise crept into their faces, for they were not at all prepared to see the shield of firmness and ambition with which these little Freshmen were armed. The first day indeed was a trial to these newcomers, for what fun it was when these “would-be Foolish Freshmen could be laughed at for the slightest blunder. But every cloud has its silvery lining, and even this little army found this to be true. Day after day they labored against their foes. Bravely they withstood the horrors of Ancient History and even that dreaded foe, Herman Grammar, was honorably subdued (with the exception of a few outbreaks such as: Wer hat Pttf gewesen? for Wer hat geplifen?) until at last it was agreed that it was no longer to be “Foolish Freshman but “Firm Freshmen. Thus ended the battles of the first year and with one accord the little band Joined hands and in the sight of friends and foes mounted the first round of the High School ladder of Fame. The summer months had flown and the autumn winds were blowing crisp and sear, when again the measured step of the dauntless crew was heard. Fate trembled when she saw her hardy foe and even the Seniors condescended to wonder what greatness these young men and women would achieve in time, who as Sophomores had almost attained their heights. No enemy, however, tried to overthrow them but this rapid development caused a cry to be raised for a leader, and in consequence the leader was unanimously chosen In the person of the Hon. Carle Guiss. He alone (with the exception of Geo. Washington) was unanimously chosen to the presidency. “Day followed day and still the wonder grew That one small class could carry all she knew. The students marveled, the teachers wondered, and even the Superintendent was surprised at the rapidity with which the German language was subdued. Book after book was read and thrown aside for a more difficult one. Cl.ASS OF '()() STAHLY Winter months had vanished and Spring was shedding her summer light o’er all when a halt was made in the steady forward march of the honorable company. Commencement day was dawning for the Seniors and. with due respect, the little army of Sophomores had made ample preparations for the event. The .1 uniors, who had l een casting jealous eyes upon these hardy Sophomores thought this an opportune time foran attack. Thereupon ensued the immemorial battle of “White Chairs.” Sister fought against sister, and sweetheart against lover, but in one voice they all cried: “Patriotism liefore l ove!” Thus the noble-hearted crew clung to its rights until, on the twenty-third night of May in the year nineteen hundred and four, the little incandescent lights illuminated the victory of ••White Chairs,” won by the noble Sophomores. The Sophomore days had vanished and the Junior days were swiftly coming when in the distance was seen the steady approach of the well-known army. Kvery eye was shining and every heart was throbbing and on the flaunting banners of gold and white was written in bold letters “Omnia Superabimus.” These Jolly Juniors marched on never stopping to worry over little things like English History and Literature. Loyalty, truth and ambition reigned supreme and thus the third round was passed without hesitation. Having thus “conquered everything,” tills truth-loving class, after a short rest, marched on into the Senior year. Hut old Fat iter Time had laid his hand upon this vigorous crew and had wrought his magical changes upon it. Of the twenty-one hardy little Freshmen only twelve staunch students were left when the last year of I Ugh School greatness was attained. Many had fallen under the blows of Ancient History, some withdrew with reluctance and some were led as brides to tlie alter and one fortunate young man succeeded in finding his twin soul. Thus Cod had “sifted the whole crew and only twelve withstood the trials and turmoils of High School life. No life or limb had to be risked to print the greatness of this class upon a lofty tower, for her greatness was already obvious to all. To this very day the shortest peep out of the window may show the gray hat of a Senior swiftly floating by with a look of significance and greatness in its very shape. Thus has been the history of the “twelve naughty sixes. and for all the greatness and honor it lias achieved this little hand wishes to thank the faculty. 12

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Ci.ass Song Tunc ROBIN ADAIR A TRIBUTE now we bring, Dear Nineteen-Six: And gladly for thee sing. Dear Nineteen-Six. We love the memory Of work and jollity Which we have had with thee. Dear Nineteen-Six. We’ve done our very beet, Dear Nineteen-Six: We’ll stand the future’s test. Dear Nineteen-Six. The pride we hope to be Of our community, And thus lie true to thee, Dear Nineteen-Six. We face the coming hour Dear Nineteen-Six: May each possess the power Dear Nineteen-Six; To right the wrongs we see, To practice charity, And e'er a blessing l e Dear Nineteen-Six. 14