Ottumwa High School - Argus Yearbook (Ottumwa, IA)

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vM “What a line refreshing purpose - to leave behind the outworn, too familiar life and seek a newer world. “The Glorious Adventure“ Seniors TWKNTV-FIVK

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Jnmo Reed Chester Niter Fred Hasclton Ed Boskor William Lewis Orville Estes Flossie Johnson Ada K. Hamilton Fred Lovintr Engineers Because we were anxious to find out about things of which most of us knew nothing, we went to Mr. Lev- ings. and our interview brought forth these statistics. Do not be alarmed by that “statistics they arc really interesting, 1.969 electric light openings in the building. 165.000 cubic feet of air entering per minute 5— 150 horse power boilers. 26.000 feet of radiators. 43 motors. 125 thermostats for heat control. 297 steam traps. 50.000 gallons of water in swim- ming pool. 23.000 bushels of coal used per year. We have quite a school. After gasping over these, we went to Mr. Reed to inquire about some of his worries. And listen, students, he likes us, all of us; but he does wish that we would not scatter these mi- croscopic bits of paper all over the floors. He has to sweep them away' He. also, has to clean off the pencil marks with which we decorate the walls during our artistic moments. Mr. Marble says that his work is far from monotonous. It is for him to keep peace and good w ill in evidence in the lower corridors. That is often a hard thing to do because the bicycle entrance is such an ideal spot for forcibly settling disputes and practic- ing the latest in holds and upper cuts. What Mr. Bosker dislikes the very most is to see these foot races in full cry throughout the halls. Then he must set forth in hot pursuit to subdue the guilty ones and quell their surplus energy. Often, however, the men find a room which is immaculate; there are no gum w rappers, no papers, no dis- carded note book covers. Occasional- ly. very occasionally, they find the halls in the same state of perfection. It is the consensus of opinion among those of the force that they w ish calm- er and less destructive “young Ameri- cans . TWENTY-FOl'It

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Class Adviser You remember when Mrs. Mal- ; prop made mention of those sweet young things with eyes so innocently wild”1 We were just egotistical enough to claim that des- cription for ourselves, the Seniors. Granted that we have an exuberance over w hich our elders oc- casionally sigh and shake their heads in despera- tion. granted that we are so innocently wild would acknowledge our debt to our advisers who have overlooked these idiosyncracies of youth and piloted us toward higher and nobler things During our Freshman year Miss Fdna B Hus ten w as our adviser. Through the Sophomore difficulties Miss Gertrude Smith guided us. We appreciate the services of both of them, and extend our sincere wishes for their future success. It is to Miss Dorothy Niccolls who has sponsored us as Juniors and Seniors that the class of 1930 would now pay tribute. Her sweetness and sincerity will be very pleasant mem- ories for us. We are glad to have the opportunity of expressing, in a meas- ure. our appreciation of those endear- ing qualities. Although Miss Niccolls has alw ays eluded publicity and has kept herself in the background of our affairs, she occupies a prominent and lasting place in our hearts. She has been an un- tiring worker and a most amiable companion. We consider her loyalty and friendship as lovely things. We cherish her sympathy, her under- standing. her quiet influence which has made itself felt in all of our ac- tivities. There are those who. perhaps, have come a little nearer to her than others. We only wish that the entire class could have worked directly under her management There were hours spent w ith her in preparation for the Prom; there were committee meet- ings and class groups where everyone felt her friendliness. But why dwell longer on what we” think? Why not discover what she has to say of her career as sponsor of the Glass of 1930? Discovery 1: Some- times I register hopeless- ness. It is the day after a lyceum nu Tiber and Mr. Osborne informs me that the class of 1930 has made the startling percentage of one dollar and fifty cents on ticket sales. It appears as though our Prom will be a grand and glori- ous tragedy. Discovery 2 But wait! Now I radiate joy and contentment. Who could do otherwise? With such will- ing workers, such cooperation during hectic days of Tavor-making. decorat- ing. Senior Mid-year. Senior chapel, and our Swan Song commencement. Discovery ?: Tragedy! But how can it be helped1 The bond of friendship between Phyllis and Sam is almost severed. Just over ticket sales, too. Surely nothing personal enters into this—they both have the interests of the class at heart Who w ins1 Again 1 see the triumphant ex- pression on Sam's face w hen the re- port comes in Discovery 4; Do you wonder that I am contented1 That all my unpleasant memories give place to happy ones1 There are the smiles; the confidence with which these sen- iors reward me; our bank account, our athletics, our debate and dramatic representatives; our friendly quarrels w ith the juniors; the thrill of our class yell and song. And these are mere beginnings of still happier thoughts about my seniors.