Walnut High School - Walnut Tree Yearbook (Walnut, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 140 of the 1927 volume:

®fie OTalnut ®rec Published by the Senior Class of the Walnut Community High School Walnut, Illinois • • ; , % ‘t. • ♦ K • 4 • ' n� '' . V ; «• 1 t • t Contents Dedication ............................5 Board of Education ....................6 Views ...............................7-8 Faculty ............................9-13 Seniors ...........................15-23 Juniors ...........................24-27 Sophomores ........................28-31 Freshmen ..........................32-36 Academics .........................37-42 Athletics ....................... 43-57 Girls Gymnasium ......................59 Music .............................61-65 Literary ..........................67-70 Organizations .....................71-75 Specials ..........................76-77 Society ...........................81-84 Calendar ..........................85-91 Alumni ............................93-95 Jokes and Ads ....................97-125 The End .............................126 Autographs ......................127-128 HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING THE AUDITORIUM—425 SEATS THE PRINCIPAL’S RESIDENCE Vain are all our tributes to her if in words alone they dwell. We must live the praises due her, there’s no other way to tell Gentle Mother that we love her. Would you say, as you recall All the patient service of her, you’ve been worthy of it all? Edgar A. Guest In appreciation of all that has been done by them, in our behalf, we, the Senior Class of nineteen hundred twenty-seven, do hereby dedicate this, the fifth volume of the Walnut Tree, to our highly respected Mothers. THE WALNUT TREE Walnut Community High School Board of Education L. E. Gonigam, President Wilbur Strouss, Secretary. Howard Keigivin; George Dahl, John Winger. Page six THE WALNUT TREE FRONT VIEW OF THE BUILDING REAR VIEW OF THE BUILDING ..— THE WALNUT tpff..........._gg A VIEW OF THE BUILDING FROM MAIN STREET A VIEW OF THE CAMPUS FROM THE FRONT STEPS I'age eight 1 9 2 7 ® nirnimmmxnmnmmiTii THE WALNUT TREE CHARLES E. MELTON, Principal Indiana State Normal-; University of Chicago, B. S. Sorbonne University; Columbia University 19 2 7 Page eleven THE WALNUT TREE ■■■.—g� FACULTY MRS. H. L. GLASSBURN Latin, Bookkeeping Marion, Indiana Normal, B. S. University of Illinois University of Chicago ARTHUR H. KOFOEI) History, English Carthage College, B. A. IRENE MASON Mathematics, Economics Parsons College, B. A. nnnnnnmintiiinrnninnmiiiminii THE WALNUT TREE FACULTY MARGARET MONIER Home Economics Bradley College, B. S. CLARENCE M. HATI,AND Agriculture Michigan $tate College, B. S. University of Illinois MARJORIE L. BABBITT English, Music Knox College, A. B. Knox Conservatory of Music, Mus. B. THOMAS R. WELLS Science, Athletics Centre College, A. B. University of Wisconsin 19 2 7 immiiniiiiHMii Page thirteen THE WALNUT TREE SENIOR CLASS HISTORY In September, 1923, thirty-three boys and girls, the first to enroll as Freshmen in the new high school, began their search for the road to success. All were eager to gain that coveted pathway, realizing that he who finds it is assured of happiness in the end. Not knowing what to look for or where to search, the class selected as leader, Herbert Whitver, who guided it faithfully in the right direction. These boys and girls soon found it necessary to travel for four years thru a wilderness before they reached the goal. All must journey over the rocks of Academics, while many were confronted by the waters of Music, and the forests of Athletics. As from every band of pilgrims, a few fell by the way-side, but twenty-six remained to choose Audrey Kiser as leader for the Sophomore year. All made headway through Academics, six reached the shores of Music and five received recognition for Athletics. During the third year, under Cyrus Gonigam, the class progressed rapidly. It showed much talent in Academic, Athletic, Musical, and Literary activities. By the end of the year, a vision of success dawned for some from a side road, so they left the ranks of the pilgrims. In September. 192G, eighteen members entered upon the last lap of the journey to the road of success. The way was difficult, but again Herbert Whitver ably led the class. Many obstacles were overcome, do to the willingness of everyone to cooperate in all things. The class was talented; some called it brilliant. Be that as it may, eighteen boys and girls soon realized that success meant rendering a service to others, so they entered upon manhood and womanhood with joy in their hearts. Page fourteen 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE S E N I O R S BEULAH PLAPP More at your request than to please myself. Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus, 1, 2, 3, 4, Home Economics Club, 1, 2; Operetta, 2, 3; Don Marquis Club, 1; Orchestra, 3; Senior Class Play, 4; Music Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. HERMAN NELSON It shall be done. Football, 4; Agriculture Club, 1, 2, 3; Don Marquis Society, 3; Debate Club, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Organizations Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. GRACE KEITH AHN You are a well-deserving pillar. Class Secretary and Treasurer, 1; Don Marquis Society, 2, 3; Don Marquis Play 3; Junior Class Treasurer; Home Economics Club, 3; Debate Club, 4; Secrtary and Treasurer of Debate Club, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Calendar Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. 1 9 2 Page sixteen THE WALNUT TREE SENIORS MARIAN KISER Sometimes from her eyes I did receive fair speechless messages. Don Marquis Society, 1, 2, 3; Debate Club, 4; Secretary of Class, 3; Home Economics Club. 3; Don Marquis Play, 3; Don Marquis, President 3; Vice President, D. M. S., 2; Literary Contest, 1, 2, 3; Senior Class Play, 4; Dramatic Editor Walnut Tree, 4. MAX BROKAW Give me leave to speak my mind. Football, 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 2, 3, 4; Track, 1, 2, 3, 4. Vice President of Class. 1; Agriculture Club, 1, 3; Business Manager, Walnut Tree, 4. EDNA SWEETNAM Now unmuzzle your wisdom. Don Marquis Society, 1; Vice President D. M. S., 1; Home Economics Club, 3; Vice President of Class, 3; Class Secretary, 4; Alumni Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. t'ii TTTTTTiinirnnnt.iMinimiTiiiimi 19 2 7 Page seventeen THE WALNUT TREE SENIORS CYRUS GONIGAM I dare do all that may become a man Who dares do more is none. Class President, 3; Ag. Club, 1, 2; Agriculture Club President, 2; Agriculture Play, 2; Operetta, 4; Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Football, 4; Track, 1, 2, 3, 4; Literary Contest, 1, 2, 3, 4; Debate Club, 4; Debate Club President, 4: Glee Club, 4; Orchestra, 1, 2, 3; Hi-Y Survey, 4; Orchestra Concert, 1, 2, 3; Senior Class Play, 4; Business Manager, Walnut Tree. JULIA ESPEL I am as I have spoken. Home Economics Club, 3; A. M. B. Society, 2, 3; Chorus, 2, 3, 4; Operetta, 2, 4; President of A. M. B. Society, 3; Society Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. EARI,ENE McELVANIA I shall do my friend no wrong. Glee Club, 3: Operetta, 3; Home Economics Club, 2, 3; President Home Economics Club, 3; Assistant Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. HERBERT WHITVER He is mightiest among the mightiest. Football, 1, 2, 3, 4, Football Captain, 4; Basketball, 2, 3, 4; Track, 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Secretary and Treasurer, 2; Class President, 1, 4; Agriculture Club, 1; Carnival Chairman, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Athletic Editor, Walnut Tree, 4. 19 2 7 Page eighteen — umi;:::iiiiiiiiiiiiuinxiii) TiiiHTiTrTm |-| L N FJ T T B E SENIORS AUDREY KISER Thou speakest wiser than thou art aware of. Class President, 2; Vice President, 4: Don Marquis Society, 2, 3; Secretary D. M. S. 3; Don Marquis Play, 3; Home Economics Club, 3; Debate Club, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Editor-in-chief of Walnut Tree, 4. ALLAN FOX I think but dare not speak. Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4; Agriculture Club, 2; Basket-ball, 1 year; Agriculture Play 2; Joke editor of Walnut Tree, 4. CATHERYN QUILTER I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it. Don Marquis Society, 1, 2, 3; Don Marquis Play, 3; Dramatics, 4; Declamatory Contest, 1, 2, 3; President Tennis Association, 3; Girls Athletic Editor of Walnut Tree, 4. HAROLD RUDIGER You have deserved high commendation and true applause. Football, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4; B. B. Captain, 4; Track, 3, 4; Agriculture Club, 1, 2, 3; Debate Club, 4; Class Treasurer, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Joke Editor of Walnut Trfce, 4. miiuiniiinnniiinnninnnr-mTTiinpnmiDr nmiiiiim-TmT 19 2 7 Page nineteen THE WALNUT TREE SENIORS ADRIAN BULLINGTON No less in truth than life. Football, 3, 4; Agriculture Club, 1, 2, 3; A. M, B. Society, 3; Debate Club, 4; A. M. B. Play, 3; Agriculture Play, 2; Glee Club 3, 4; Operetta, 4; Hi-Y Survey, 4; Senior Class Play, 4; Academics Editor of Walnut Tree. JEANETTE ESPEL What passion hangs these weights upon my tongue. A. M. B. Society, 2, 3: Chorus, 3, 4; Operetta, 4; Home Economics Club, 2, 3; Vice President A. M. B., 3; Literary and Special Activities Editor of Walnut Tree, 4. GEORGE STICKLE I am content. Basket-ba'l. 1, 2, 3. 4: Football, 4; Track, 3, 4; Operetta, 3, 4; Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4; Agricu’ture Club, 1, 2, 3; Orchestra Conceit, 1, 2. 3; Senior Class Play, 4; Snap-shot Editor of Walnut Tree, 4. DORIS MIN1ER She is troubled with thick coming fancies that keep her from her rest. Home Economics Club, 1, 2, 3; Snapshot Editor of Walnut Tree, 4; Senior Class Play, 4. Page twenty 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE CLASS PROPHECY Point Barrow, Alaska, November 10, 1970. D:ar Miss Mason,—In my course of travel I stayed up in the arctic region for about three weeks. The first night, as we sat gazing at the wonders of the Northern skies, we saw the heavens burst into flames three times. The first burst of flame snowed a boy, and then it faded out of sight; the second was a young man; and the third was a bent old man. We gazed in wonder but we saw no more appear. The next night we were very surprised to see Martha Washington in the quaint old styles. At this I resolved to stay longer and see other people of History, and I was not disappointed. The third night we beheld Harold Rudiger as a small boy, as a student of Walnut High, and then as a bald-headed grandfather surrounded by his grandchildren. Each of the consecutive seventeen nights showed us a member of the famous Class of 1927 as they now are in 1970. The first two bursts of flame each night showed each person as a boy or girl and as a student of Walnut High . Although these brought back pleasant memories they do not need further description as I think you remember them too. The fourth night we beheld Audrey Kiser as a patient little missionary in the slums of New York. The next night the Auroras were unutterably beautiful; every color imaginable quivered across the sky. No picture appeared, but a tiny black spot came toward us. As it came nearer we saw that it was an areoplane, and recognized the pilot as Herbert Whitver. We beheld a most gorgeous sight the next night. The scene was in Hollywood, and the most beautiful actress was being chosen. The prize was awarded to Miss Marian Kiser. She was dressed in silvery laces, star-dust, and diamonds, and certainly deserved the prize. On the following night the lights showed us Allen Fox, who is still a traveling salesman. From the various tickets he had about him, one could tell that he had travelled in almost every state in the Union. We wrere hurried out the next night by terrible crackings and crashes. My friends informed me that the Auroras often cracked and roared. The picture we saw was an odd one. A great pile of musical instruments seemed scattered through the sky. In the midst of these sat George Stickles, serenely composing orchestra music. Notes, staffs, and innumerable 1 9 2 7? mniniTinnnmrTTinniTiniiniimiiinrninTifTi Page twenty-one THE WALNUT TREE sharps and flats floated through the air. Doubly marvelous colors called us out early the next night. The sky was dancing and bright with a multitude of different shades and tints. Earlene McElvania stood before an easel, painting a picture called “A Memory.” The view was of Walnut High School, surrounded now by full-grown trees. We were surprised the following night by the change of colors in the sky. It was covered with brown and gray pictures. The one bright spot in it was Doris Minier holding her camera just as she did way back when she was snap-shot editor of the Walnut Tree. She seems to have become very fond of taking pictures that year and has followed that vocation all her life. On the succeeding night the sky was as white and sanitary looking as the inside of a medicine kit. A team of dogs was being rushed madly across the northern plains. The driver was Adrian Bullington, and by his large kit and the letters ‘ M. D.” one could see that he had taken up the calling of doctor, and had chosen the Arctic snow-plains as his field of work. The following night showed us Grace Keithahn who had married well and lived a quiet life in society. On the next three nights we were favored with three school scenes. In the first of the three the lights glowed softly. We saw Cathryn Quilter telling a story to her kindergarten class. They were gazing at her in wondrous admiration. The second of the three nights showed Julia Espel teaching the seventh and eighth grades of a small town. The pupils were in geography class, studying of the Arctic region. The third of these three nights showed Cyrus Gonigam, old and bespectacled, wearing a small gray goatee, teaching a trigonometry class in Columbia University. Next we saw Max Brokaw working on the last of his multifarious inventions. This was a device, which, acting as a small elevator, enables one to get into an automobile without stepping up. On the next to the last night we beheld Herman Nelson, a prosperous farmer living just west of Walnut. With him was his capable, fat, little wife, once Edna Sweetnam. On the last night the sky was copper-colored. In the sky we saw Beulah Plapp, a missionary among the Indian girls of an Oklahoma Reservation. The Indian Maidens’ attitude gave proof of Beulah’s wonderful ability. Seeing these pictures was certainly the most enjoyable happening of my life, next to going to school at Walnut High. I felt that I must tell you about these scenes. I am sure you would have enjoyed them too. They were a very pleasant diversion in my humdrum lift as maid to the travelling ambassador’s wife’s private secretary. Sincerely, Jeannette Espel. Page twenty-two jummiunri.:innniiiinnitimnn 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE SENIOR CLASS WILL We, the Senior Class of the Walnut Community High School, Township of Walnut, County of Bureau, and State of Illinois, being in a very sound mind, do hereby declare our last will and testament. Section One—Bequests to the Faculty. 1. To Mr. Melton we do bequeath a student body who is always on time. 2. To Mrs. Glassburn, we do bequeath a very brilliant bookkeeping class. 3. lo Miss Mason, we do bequeath a Senior class who has a splendid record in deportment—especially when she leaves the room. 4. To Miss Babbit we do bequeath an English class who loves to write poetry and is gifted in long theme writing. 5. To Mi-. Wells we do bequeath a class who has true school spirit. 6 To Miss Monier we do bequeath a gym class who is quick to obey orders. 7. lo Mr. Kofoed we do bequeath a History class who recites perfectly every Monday. 8. 1 o Mr. Hatland we do bequeath the assurance that in his future classes there will be none who lets the chicken-house fire go out. Section Two—Bequests to the Classes. 1. To the freshman Class we do bequeath our ability to present entertainments in the General Assembly. 2. To the Sophomore Class we do bequeath our place as the “Honor Class.” 3. To the Junior Class we do bequeath our Home Room and our cooperation in publishing the sixth volume of the Walnut Tree. Section Three—Individual Bequests. 1. I, Edna Sweetnam, do bequeath my silence to Imogene Ross. 2. I, Max Brokaw, do bequeath my numerous dates to Edwin Wilson. 3. I, Cyrus Gonigam, do bequeath my small stature to Harvey McKinney. 4. I, Adrian Bullington, do bequeath my ability as an orator to Willie Ohda. 5. I, Allan Fox, do bequeath my musical ability to Homer Hopkins. 6. I, Herman Nelson, do bequeath my marcel to Bernice Sweetnam. 7. I, Earlene McElvania, do bequeath my ability to make trial balances to Berneil Hasenyager. 8. I, Catheryn Quilter, do bequeath my skill as a tennis player to Helen Baumgartner. 9. I, Doris Minier, do bequeath my ability as snap-shot editor of the Walnut Tree to Clyde Conley. 10. I, Marian Kiser, do bequeath my dramatic ability to Alden Mungor. 11. I, Audrey Kiser, do bequeath my good deportment grades to Gerald- ine Bowen. 12. I, Julia Espel, do bequeath my fair blushes to Johnnie Foss. 13. I, Beulah Plapp, do bequeath my vocal ability to Alice Keithahn. 14. I, Grace Keithahn, do bequeath my beautiful coiffure to Evelyn Gal-lentine. 15. I, Jeannette Espel, do bequeath my ability as a short-story writer to Cecil Conkling. 16. I, Harold Rudiger, do bequeath my position on the Basketball team to Ward Fisher. 17. I, George Stickle, do bequeath my good humor to Ethel Bohm. 18. I, Herbert Whitver, do bequeath my neckties to Jeff Livey. Page twenty-three Lee Buzzard, Cecil Britt, William Epperson, Loren Hoge, Mr. Kofoed. Virden Kerchner, Clyde Conley, Charles Stone, Ver- non Hoffman, Edwin Wilson. John Foss, Pearl Plumb, Grealdine Bowen, Edna Johnson, Darlene Miller, Evelyn Gallentine, LaVonne Johnson, Fern Ackerson, Beulah Parker, Ramona Mungor, Carl Miller. . Carl Golden, Homer Hopkins, Margaret Schuyf, Pearl Tornow, Wilda Tornow, Berneil Hasenyager, Viola Dimming, Marian Borop, Alvin Birkey. CLASS HISTORY In the Fall of ’24 nearly half a hundred green Freshies entered W. H. S., for indeed there were forty-seven of us. We were full of pep and vim and surged along, boys and girls, gentle and simple, fair and foul, rich and poor, merry and sad—all hurrying, bustling, scrambling, we knew not where. The strong pushing aside the weak, the cunning creeping past the foolish; those behind elbowing those before; those in front kicking those behind. Here and there could be seen those who had stopped to get on in the World,” letting everybody pass him as he stumbled along with his eyes on the book. Here another weakling panting for breath gazing wistfully back at the sunny grammar school that he never again will see, and still another youth, with a noble face stands, hesitating as he looks from the distant goal to the difficulties which surround him completely. Some running, some walking, but, all hastening, all eager in the feverish race, all straining life and limb to reach the ever-receding horizon of success. Evidently when the following September came, some of us had welcomed vacation too strongly for there were only thirty-eight who enrolled. This year, instead of walking as we had done before, each of us obtained a good horse and an air cushion with which to ride over the plains of the Sophomore country. During this period we were never long without an ideal for now we knew that brains were what counted. We shined it athletics during ’25 and ’26 too, for letters were earned in each of the major sports by some well groomed members of the class. The girls also did their share in other activities. We had the honor cast upon us of winning the Inter Class Basketball Tournament. We began to realize that true greatness is not accidental so we set our minds and hearts to get an education and insisted upon living a different life. We no longer carried a bound volume containing a memorandum of our sins for the day because indeed we had nothing to put in it. We were gaining knowledge from all angles and began to wonder what more there was to know when we became upper classmen. The following year we registered as full fledged Juniors with an earnest desire to accomplish what we had passed by in the years before. Many of us became engaged in athletics, others taking part in the or- 19 2 7 Page twenty-six chestra and chorus while a number of others became members of the dif-lerent clubs and societies. This year we had to finance and put over the Junior-Senior Banquet. The securing of the necessary funds grew to be a great problem, but, before long we had it practically soi ea because ox the Lyceum Course and Junior Class play. Alvin and Loren are skillful men, Working everyone that they can. Dorothy and Geraldine, our class sharks, It’s very seldom they get poor marks. Homer is our Sunday School lad, But when he gets home, he is very glad. Cecil and Eddy, who are Basketball buddies, In order to play, must keep up in their studies. Clyde Conley is his big Velie car, Holds the place of a movie star. Darlene Miller our class blonde, Of going to school she is very fond. Carl our big argument man, Try and beat him, if you can. Berneil and Lavonne are very good pals, It’s hard to beat these two gals. Johnny our clever cheer leader, With yells he makes the big gym teeter. Lee in his big black iemozine, About catching Beulah he is very keen. Fern isn’t fond of any book, But some day will make a splendid cook. Pearl and Margaret are two good students, You never see them when they are impudent. Pearl and Wilda are first cousins, Friends they have them by the dozens. Viola and Charles who are fond of English, The difference in writing’s they can distinguish. William who keeps his Ford looking well, Has a girl—but who, we will never tell. Last, but not least, is Evelyne Gallentine, She and the rest of the class get along fine. All these students of the Junior class, Are doing their best to try and pass. 19 2 7 Page twenty-seven Lloyd Espel, Jeff Livey, Clayton Guither, Harold Peach, Harvey McKinney, George Taylor, Ivan Peach, Kenneth Hoffman, Elvin Fordham, Charles O’Dell, Dorothy Hoge, Dorothy Whitver, Mildred Parlier, Nina Glaze, Enid Peterson, Imo-gene Ross, Erin White, Ruth Sarver, Ruth Stonebreaker, Marian Schuff, Helen McGonigle, Ruth Forney, Erna Kirk, Bernice Sweetnam, Emma Carter, Edna Glaze, Lualle Alshouse Inez Wilson, Helen Baumgartner, Sennalee Brown, Cecil Conkling, Willie Ohda, Orion Dullinger, Marion Stone, Ormond Gerbertz, Richard Brewer, Wrard Fisher, Raymond Dick, Everett Pope. CLASS HISTORY On September 7, 1925 a group of eighteen students left the sheltering embrace of the old grade school to embark on a high school career. As we neared the imposing new Community High School we were joined by a number of boys and girls all seemingly as green as ourselves. As the portals of learning opened to let us enter we numbered forty-two in all. The outlying districts had added twenty-four of their youths to our ranks. How serious and almost impossible high school life looked to us then. We will never forget how green we were and how we were looked down upon by the other students, and those long halls that seemed to have no end and the countless number of class r,ooms that were like a Chinese puzzle to us. The upperclassmen were hurrying to and fro, each seeming to know just where he was going. And so the weeks passed and we grew and developed into real human beings. Mr. Wells was our class advisor and his patience must have been sorely tried. He must have remembered “way back when” he was a freshie. Some of us were musically inclined and joined the orchestra and chorus. Some entered Ag and Athletics, some Science and Home Economics and each tried in his own way to do his bit. Th semester passed and then spring and the end of our first year. As the portals of learning closed behind us on the last day of school we heard a faint sound. With expectant hearts we looked back to see if it was a cheer or a word of commendation from some Senior, but ah no! ’twas only a sigh from our Superintendent as he mopped his weary brow. In September 1926 we returned to school a band of thirty-nine eager students ready to take up the duties of Sophomores. Really the life of a Sophomore is the hardest of any student in the high school. For no longer are the teachers lenient with us as when we were “Freshies” and we have not yet acquired the dignity of a Junior or the wisdom of a Senior. Rut we were advancing steadily along the paths of learning and we have students in our ranks who would be a credit to any high school. Of some it has truly been said, “And still the wonder grew, that one small head could carry all he knew.” We are approaching the end of our Sophomore year and although some have left our ranks we can still boast of a class of thirty-six boys and girls loyal to old Walnut High and all her teachings. The class officers are: President .......................... Elvin Fordham Vice President ....................................... Jeff Livey Secretary-Treasurer ............................ Edna Glaze Cheer Leader ............................... Cecil Conklin With such a staff of officers, the success of our future is assured. They, with our advisors. Miss Monier and Mr. Wells will steer us safely over all rough places and we will reach our destination with colors flying. “And departing leave behind us, Footprints on the sands of time.” 19 2 7 Page thirty THE WALNUT TREE SOPHOMORE SPECIAL A is for Alshouse steady and earnest, Of all the sincere she is the sincerest. B is for Brewer, Baumgartner, and Brown, A very nice trio to have around. C is for Carter and Conklin who haven’t a care. They are very honorable and very fair. D is for Sophomores Dillinger and Dick As to who is more mischievious we’ll give you your pick. E is for Espol a class mathematician. He excels all when it comes to addition. F is for Fordham president of our class, Also Ruth Forney a clever lass. And Ward Fisher who is not very tall, But gets a big kick out of basketball. G is for Gerbertz with teeth like pearls, Also Guither who doesn’t speak to girls, And the Glaze sisters of musical fame, Will soon get into the radio game. H is for Hoffman and Kenneth’s no loafer, And for Hoge who is not so good as a chauffeur. L is for Livey of football fame, He excels at any athletic game. M is for McKinney and McGonigle who play on the piano, Harvey sings alto and Helen soprano. O is for classmates Ohda and Odell, Whose deportment grade is higher is hard to tell. P is for Peaches, Ivan and Harold, They aren’t the kind that is picked and barreled. Also Peterson the sweetheart of the class, And Parlier our tiniest lass. R is for Ross the gay little maid, Who has lots of fun and never is staid. S is for timid Stonebraker and Schuyf, They are awfully quiet but I’ve said enough. Also for Sweetnam, how the girl rates, She’s flooded with offers for Sunday night dates. And last but not least it stands for Stone, He tells us that the girls won’t let him alone. T is for Taylor who likes geometry best, Has he told you his grade for the semester test? W is for Wilson, Whitver, and White, All of these girls are very bright. So watch this bunch so very fine, And give three cheers for the class of ’29. FRESHMAN CLASS Dick Ross, Vance Plapp, Dale Exner, Vernor Birkey, Raymond Peach, Dennis Bohm, Melvin Huseman, Harold Smith, Clarence Tornow, Valda Epperson, Lucile Hoffman, Grace Britt, Eithel Bohm, Edith Fordham, Jane Becknell, Inez Langford, Alene Strouss, Edna Wallace, Gineth Glafka, Dorothy White, Alice Keithahn, Evadell Anderson, Ovanda Cook, Jane Birkey, Viola Guither, Bernice Black, Donald Langford, Ray Parker, Wilma Fry, Alice Parsons, Ethel Kruse, Alden Mungor, Harry Whitver, James Dobson. THE WALNUT TREE CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1926 a group of thirty-three Freshmen came to the Walnut High School to begin work. This class was just as green as any other class so there was nothing unusual about its appearance. The first few weeks were spent in becoming acquainted with each other and getting used to the new building. At the end of the third week the Freshmen elected the following officers. President, Dick Ross; Vice President, Vance Plapp; Secretary and Reporter, Alene Strouss; Treasurer, Dorothy White; and Yell Leader, Ray Parker. Miss Babbit assisted by Mrs. Glassburn, took charge of the class and a great deal of progress was made under their able leadership. Then the members of the new class busied themselves with their school work and it was only a short time until the hallowe’en party. The Freshmen enjoyed themselves very much at this affair and decided that the High School wasn’t such a bad place after all. After the party it was but a short time until the Christmas vacation. Upon coming back from the Christmas vacation it was discovered by the Freshmen that in a few weeks semester examinations would come. They did not know how easy the tests would be so the weeks preceding were misery. During the latter part of January the new class had a party in the gymnasium. Sickness prevented a few of the class members from attending but most of the class had a fine time. Like all other classes the Freshmen had their share of colds and sickness in the winter months which made February a busy month in the making up of work. Later in the year the High School gave a carnival and the Freshmen helped as much as possible. Before they had realized it, spring came upon them and this proved that their beginning course in the Walnut High School was nearing completion. However in the course of the long school year five new members were taken into the class and four members left the class making the total number of Freshmen completing the first year, thirty-four. Next year they will come back as Sophomores and will laugh at the blunders of the green Freshmen of ’27. Of Evadell Anderson we’re very fond, They say that men prefer a blonde. Everybody likes Grace Britt. Because she works hard and doesn’t quit. Clarence Tornow is a boy who wears glasses, But that’s no sign he’s not good in his classes. FRESHMEN POETRY 19 2 7 Page thirty-four . THE WALNUT TREE Valda is a maiden fair, With laughing, eyes and curling hair. A very bright guy is this Dick Ross, He even knows how to pronounce albatross. Dorothy White, so sweet and fair. Powders her nose and combs her hair. Then comes Stanley, who’s true to his nane, Wherever you see him he’s always the same. Ovanda Cook has a very cute grin, She’s full of mischief but not of sin. Here’s Alden Mungor who likes to chop wood, We thought him so short he never could. Bernice Black has eyes of brown, She’s one of the nicest girls in town. Dale Exner with a twinkle in his eye, Is quite witty and very sly. There is Harold Smith, who is every inch a man, Give him any task to do—we’ll guarantee he can. Alice Parsons has some very high ideals, They’ve given her the idea she’d like to cook meals. Here’s Donald Langford who likes to play, In spite of that he has his work each day. Ethel Kruse is the girl with a smile, She may be short but she has some style. Inez Lanford is small but smart, She takes her algebra strictly to heart. Here’s Edna Wallace, a dear little lass, There is no doubt but that she will pass. Harry Whitver’s very bright remarks, Have made sad occasions merry larks. Gineth Glafka has some studious ways, Which help her greatly on exam days. Jane Becknell is like her dad, Always happy and never sad. Page thirty-five - m a THE WALNUT TREE Vance Plapp is an artist bright, Who never does anything unless it’s right. Ray Parker is our very short man, We’d almost mistake him for Peter Pan. Edith’s not very forward, and not very bold, But her friendship’s the kind that never grows old. Melvin Huseman, brave and strong, Studies his lessons, hard and long. Alene Strouss, a curly headed miss, Is filled with fun and joyful bliss. Here’s Jane Birkey with eyes of blue, No matter what happens she’s always true. Gordon Nordon surely has pep, To keep with him you have to step. Eithel Bohm with golden hair, Has never to think of a single care. Then comes Ray, What Ray? Peach Ray! Viola Guither, so prim and precise, You must admit she’s very nice. Then there’s Verner Birkey, our classmate clever, Does he worry? Hardly ever. Alice Keithahn is never very bold, We sometimes doubt whether she’ll grow old. Lucille Hoffman is a very good cook, It’s nice to know something that’s not in a book. Theodore Rains, our new classmate, We’re hoping he won’t have an unhappy fate. You Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors grand, Have teased us Freshmen to beat then band, But we’ll get even—just wait and see, For soon upper classmen we will be. Page thirty-six uAcademic THE WALNUT TREE 19 2 7 Page thirty-seven ENGLISH—ENROLLMENT 122 Men and women are judged by the English they use. Therefore, the purpose of the English department is to teach the students to think more clearly, read better, and use better language in speaking and writing. To accomplish this, the full four year course is required of everyone. The first two years embrace Grammar, Rhetoric, Composition, and Classics. In the third and fourth year courses, English and American Literature, respectively, occupy the most of the time. A careful study of American and English Classics is carried on in these courses, together with some Rhetoric and Composition. SCIENCE—ENROLLMENT 64 General Science, required of all Freshmen, is a combination of the elements of Physics, Biology and Agriculture along with Chemistry, Astronomy, Geology and Meteorology. These familiarize the student with the fundamentals of science and prepare him for more advanced courses. Every day phenomena are discussed and explained in the classroom. Experimental and field work occupies part of the time, as in all science courses. Biology is offered in the second year. The various systems of plants and animals are studied. Animals, representative of the different types, are dissected. A study is made of Bacteriology. Physics is elective with the Seniors. In this course, a study is made of matter and energy in Mechanics, Molecular Physics, Heat and Electricity, Light, Sound and Radio activity. The principles are taught in the lecture and recitation work are emphasized and made clearer by experiments, so that the student is stimulated to do some reasoning on his own account. MATHEMATICS—ENROLLMENT 80 Mathematics not only teaches the student the various principles involved in the subject matter, but they develop in his habits of deep, concentrated thought, perseverance, sound reasoning, and systematic procedure, that stay with him for a lifetime. Algebra is required of all in the first year. The four fundamental processes, signed numbers, simple equations, factoring, graphing and simultaneous equations are studied. Speed and accuracy is much emphasized in blackboard work. ii=THE walnut tree Advanced Algebra is offered to third and fourth year students, for one semester. It is a continuation of the Freshman work and is valuable to those who expect to take up a scientific course in college. Plane Geometry is required of all Sophomores. It deals with the properties of the line and plane and their relations and combinations. Construction work is included in this course. Solid Geometry is offered as a half year subject to those who have completed the two years of required mathematics. The properties of solids such as the cone, cube and sphere are studied. Geometry is an important basis for all engineering work, especially architecture. HOME ECONOMICS—ENROLLMENT 28 The Domestic Science Department teaches the girls the fundamental principles of the things they must do throughout life. The Freshmen and Sophomores may take a sewing course. A study is made of textiles, garment making, and repair and care of clothing. The Juniors and Seniors may enter a Cafeteria class, in which the preparation of meals is taught. SOCIAL SCIENCE—ENROLLMENT 80 “Remembering the past, we build for the future” might be considered a motto for this course. It includes Ancient History for Sophomores, European History for Juniors, and American History for Seniors. Economics and Civics are elective for Seniors. The History work consists of text book study and collateral reading from other sources. Map exercises are worked in special notebooks. Contemporary history and daily happenings are studied in a weekly periodical entitled “World News,” and in the “Literary Digest.” The Civics class studies the problems of government. It does much collateral reading, beside taking the “Literary Digest.” Economics is a study of our nation’s Economic Interests. COMMERCIAL—ENROLLMENT 31 Commercial Geography and Arithmetic, both half year subjects are offered. The former deals with the staple products of our country and the commercial relationship between nations. Bmmnmnmammmnm THE WA L IN U T TREE Commercial Arithmetic deals with business relations that are common to every individual. Some of the things studied are percentage, profit-saving, interest, wages, taxation, farm records, notes, mortgages, and other business forms. Bookkeeping is the art or practice of keeping a systematic record of business transactions, so as to show their relations to each other and the state of business in which they occur. The books commonly used are the daybook, cashbook, ledger, invoice book, a sales book, a purchase book, or a special form of journal. Since everyone has business transactions, the study of bookkeeping is practical for every high school pupil and is well worth the effort put forth upon it. CLASSICAL COURSE—ENROLLMENT 37 By a; study of Latin, from which a majority of English words are derived, we learn to appreciate our own language. Latin grammar materially aids the English student because of the similarity existing between the two languages. The course also give an insight into Latin Literature. Beginning Latin takes up a study of Grammar, giving an excellent review of our own tongue, providing a firm foundation for future English, and teaching better articulation and enunciation. The routine of Grammar is relieved by collateral translation of short stories and mythology. During the second year Ceasar’s “Gallic Wars” and translated. The first four books, from 58-55 B. C. inclusive, are studied, and are especially interesting because of the common ground in France covered by Caesar’s Army and the forces of the World War. Cicero’s Orations and Virgil’s Aeneid are studied in alternative years. As the pupil grows more proficient in translating, so his enjoyment of the Latin Language increases, thus making the advanced work very interesting. The fact that the two classes mentioned have lived so long indicates their value. AGRICULTURE—ENROLLMENT 33 Agriculture, the basis of our national life, did not enter into the educational field until recently. At the present it is rapidly coming to the front. The Smith-Hughes Course is offered at Walnut High School. It prepares the boys and girls for active farm life, or enables them to take a more advanced course in college. —55 THE walnut tree Agronomy is offered in the first year. This includes a study of soils, crops and horticulture, combined to give a practical knowledge of farming. Field trips are of importance in this course. Animal Husbandry comes in the second year work. This treats on the feeding, care, and management of horses, cattle, sheep, swine and poultry. The judging work in connection with this is of great importance, for it enables the student to select, buy, or sell animals with greater efficiency. The third year course, Farm Mechanics, is; very practical. It deals with the proper use of tools and emphasizes workmanship. Work is carried on with wood, metal, concrete, rope, paint, harness, machinery and mechanical drawing. With each course, the student is required to carry on a home project in some line of practical farm work related to the subject taken. In this way, he has an opportunity to put theory into practice. The principles taught in the class room are thus more easily mastered. HONOR ROLL FOR THE FIRST SEMESTER Below is a list of the names of those who have earned a place on the honor roll for the first semester, by making a grade of ninety or above in each of the four subjects. It is hoped that the recognition of superior work will stimulate others to do their best in the future, that they might also be honored. The student receiving the highest grade is not only doing better work and getting more out of his education, but he will be the more successful in his life’s work. HONOR ROLL Freshmen Jane Becknell Inez Langford Dick Ross Sophomores Emma Carter Inez Wilson Juniors Pearl Plum Seniors Max Brokaw Adrian Bullington Cyrus Gonigam Audrey Kiser Herman Nelson Harold Rudiger Herbert Whitver 19 2 7 Page forty-one THE WALNUT TREE THE SCIENCE LABORATORY THE AGRICULTURE ROOM Page forty-two FOOTBALL SQUAD TOP ROW—Ohda, Gonigam, Golden, Peach, Hoge, Pope, Hopkins, Whitver. MIDDLE ROW—Fordham, Conley, Peach, Livey, Stickle, Epperson, Nelson, Kerchner, Wells. LOWER ROW—Wilson, Peach, Odell, Rudiger, Whitver, Brokavv, Bullington, Borop, Taylor. 555= THE walnut tree HERBERT WHITVER, CAPTAIN-CENTER Herb’s passes were accurate and speedy. He played roving center on defense and thus smeared many plays. He was dependable and his congeniality added to the morale of the team. MAX BROKAW, TACKLE Brokaw wras one of the strongest men on the line. He always opened a hole and was practically immovable on defense. He made many timely tackles and there was need to worry when he missed a man. Max is a SENIOR. HAROLD RUDIGER, END On defense Rudy was practically unbeatable. His hard, vicious tackling coupled with his indominitable fighting spirit were important factors. This was his last year but the example he has set will live long as a model for W. H. S. players. THE WALNUT TREE GEORGE STICKLE, HALF-BACK Stickle’s speed and drive were his assets. He has played only one year but he was as good a player as many veterans. George is a Senior and will leave a big gap in next year’s backfield. ADRIAN BULLINGTON, GUARD Adrian had to overcome handicaps to practise regularly. His natural ability made up for this lack. He was a clean, scrappy player who always did his best. Bullington graduates this year. WILLIAM EPPERSON, HALF-BACK Bill was unable to cling to the ball early in the season. When he had mastered that requisite he was hard to pull down on tackle smashes and end runs. His speed and deadly tackling are going to be invaluable next year. THE WALNUT TREE HERMAN NELSON. TACKLE Herman was down under punts and usually got the man. He was an aggressive player and worried his opponent continually. Nelson will be lost by graduation. GEORGE TAYLOR, END This was Taylor’s second year at end. He knew when to play wide and could be depended on to smash everything directed at him. He hit harder than any man on the team. Taylor is a Sophomore. EDWIN WILSON, QUARTER-BACK In point of size Eddy was the smallest man on the squad. But this was no impediment. He ran the team very well since he selected the plays carefully. On open field running he was dangerous as well as on sneaks through center. 19 2 7 Page forty-seven CHARLES ODELL, GUARD “Chuck” was an ideal guard. He bore his share of fight and was a constant menace to opponents. Much is being expected of him next year as he should become one of Walnut’s best guards. JEFF LIVEY, HALF-BACK Jeff had lots of drive and plenty of speed. He was always dangerous and hard to stop. Livey has two years more to play. Jeff missed the last few games because of sickness. MARION BOROP, FULL-BACK Borop was our only triple threat man. He surpassed at crashing the line and could be depended on for the necessary yardage. His steady, consistent playing will be valuable next year. Marion shares next year’s captaincy with Edwin. _mmn mn_ THp; WALNUT TREE =—am—ngg FOOTBALL REVIEW The season of 1926 was not by any means a success in point of victories but it must be considered as such in regards to material trained for next year and the spirit of the squad. After two weeks of very intense practice the squad made its debut on Oregon’s gridiron. The game requires little explanation as a wet, slippery field made anything but straight plunging an impossibility. Both teams threatened once but neither scored. Thus the game was really a draw but Walnut felt that she was fortunate in having established athletic relations with Oregon whose fans are of the best type. They possess fine sportsmanship as was shown by the treatment of the Walnut players and rooters. The tie with the Oregon aggregation produced a bad effect on Walnut for she now looked forward to the Sheffield game as a setup. With every man overconfident the invasion of Sheffield was begun. But the host had her own ideas as to the victor and so well did she follow them that she won the game. There is a partial excuse for the two Walnut fumbles as rain had made the field a veritable quagmire thus rendering the game a matter of luck. No discredit should be cast upon Sheffield as she followed the ball closely and capitalized all of her chances. Walnut’s Little Six hopes were pretty well blasted when Buda trounced them 6-0. Buda scored on a Walnut fumble in the game that was devoid of good playing on either side. Fourth in point of time but first in regards to victories was the Manlius game. This combat will go down in history as being the first time that Walnut ever beat Manlius on her own field. The score, 33-12 is not a true indication of the teams relative strengths as both Manlius’ counters resulted from Walnut’s fumbles. But this was no novelty as fumbling was one thing that Walnut did well all season. The next game was at Walnut against the touted Amboy eleven. Walnut began with a punch and held the advantage for almost the entire game. The visitors hammered for a counter while Walnut broke through for a safety. This was an empty victory as Amboy later gave the game to Walnut because one of her men had been ineligible. The less said about the Bureau game the happier Walnut will be. Walnut carried off all honors as she outplayed her adversaries but failed to win the game. The touchdown was the result of a long Farmer pass which went over the Walnut backs. Then the big red team braced and carried the ball down to the three yard line where they fumbled, losing the ball and game. Wethersfield was disposed of at Walnut by the 9-0 score. Walnut was unbeatable and her backs showed their speed and drive. The last and best game was Walnut at Neponset. score 8-7. For Neponset the game meant the League pennant but for Walnut it was a chance to Dartially redeem herself for some of the season’s disappointments. The field was slippery but Walnut skidded her wav for a touchdown and later a safety while Neponset returned a punt 95 yards for her counter. Then began a desperate struggle but the happy Walnut team ran off victors. And so the season of 1926 ended in a last, glorious game. THE WALNUT TREE HAROLD RUDIGER, CENTER-CAPTAIN “Rudy” was the key man of the team and practically all plays were built around him He was a dependable floor man and a consistent scorer. The fighting spirit that he instilled in his mates was a valuable factor in all victories. MAX BROKAW, CENTER Max’s height gave him an advantage in securing the tip-off and of scoring on close in shots. During the season he accounted for many baskets, most of which he made on rebounds. HERBERT WHITVER; GUARD Poor eyesight forced Herb to play with a cage. He was not a spectacular player but was reliable and could be depended upon to bear his share of the defense. 19 2 7 Page fifty ammniHimimnmimiiH THE WALNUT TREE CECIL BRITT, FORWARD Poor health was no inconsidei'able handicap to Cecil but his inherent ability made up for this lack. Britt always gave all he had. He possessed one of the best ‘‘eyes’’ on the squad. EDWIN WILSON, GUARD “Eddy” was fast, a good shot and knew when to play defense. He was small but he refused to let his size be a handicap for his everlasting pep and spirit made him a formidable guard. JEFF LIVEY, FORWARD With his past experience as the criterion, Jeff’s future cannot be over rated. Dribbling and speed on the floor will be his outstanding qualities. 19 2 7 Page fifty-one muuumuminaiuiumiii THE WALNUT TREE GEORGE STICKLE, FORWARD “Sticks” was the most efficient passer on the team. He handled himself and the ball with remarkable speed. His floorwork was invaluable and he “assisted” more shots than any other player. ELVIN FORDHAM, TRAINER “Puddin” has been invaluable to Coach Wells and the teams during the past year. He has given considerable time and work to working on players and generally helping so that Wells could devote more time to instruction. The teams appreciate Elvin’s labors in their behalf and wish to thank him for. his work. T. R. WELLS, COACH All the successes of the past year must be attributed to Wells. Particularly he deserves credit for developing a successful basketball team from a large but undeveloped bunch of men. 19 2 7 Page fifty-two THE WALNUT TREE LITTLE SIX STANDING Team Won Lost Percentage Sheffield 8 2 .800 Buda 7 3 .700 Walnut 6 4 .600 Bureau 5 5 .500 Neponset 3 7 .300 Manlius 1 9 .100 BASKETBALL 1926-’27 At the beginning of the season the outlook for a successful season was considered rather poor. There was no outstanding player around which a team could be built as there had been in previous years. Coach Wells saw that success could be gained only through concerted team-work and not by individual play. The result of hard practice was a fast-passing quintet which surprised its backers by winning the first four games. Then Sheffield took the measure of Walnut in a terrific battle the outcome of which was in doubt until the final whistle. The next games with Neponset and Manlius were mediocre affairs and rather devoid of good basketball. Scrappy playing had much to do with the winning of both games. When Bureau came to Walnut the latter had a chance to win the Little Six title. They still had the chance until beaten by Sheffield in another tight game. The battle at Buda was intense because the winner was to receive second place in the League. Buda won the game and the pennant by virtue of a six point lead which they got in the last two minutes. The two games with Bureau deserve a word of explanation. Walnut beat at Bureau in a very close defensive game. But the game at Walnut went to the visitors largely because of their prowess at dribbling. The regular season closed with the Buda conflict but other games with Wyanet and Ohio were played at Walnut. Both games were won without much trouble. Walnut had little luck in tournaments this season as she never got by the first round. At the County Malden played Walnut and won only after being led for the most of the game. By this defeat we were eliminated from the tourney which was later won by La Moille, with Sheffield second and Hall third. Up at Sterling at the District Meet we drew the unbeaten Dixon team. Dixon was superior in nearly all branches and won fairly easily. The season as a whole must be considered as very successful. The squad had good spirit even when losing, the financial end was well taken care of while the backing of the school merits praise. Everyone in the squad received much fun and experience from the season’s games. This alone should brand any season as successful. 19 2 7 Page fifty-three THE WALNUT TREE THE BASKETBALL SQUAD BASKETBALL Little Six Games Neponset 13 Walnut 17 at Neponset Manlius 8 Walnut 22 at Walnut Bureau 9 Walnut 10 at Bureau Buda 14 Walnut 16 at Walnut Sheffield 12 Walnut 10 at Walnut Neponset 21 Walnut 25 at Walnut Manlius 10 Walnut 29 at Manlius Bureau 15 Walnut 12 at Walnut Sheffield 17 Walnut 10 at Sheffield Buda 18 Walnut 12 at Buda Other Games Alumni 21 Walnut 15 at Walnut Wyanet 18 Walnut 28 at Walnut Ohio 16 Walnut 22 at Walnut Tournaments Malden 24 Walnut 21 at Princeton Dixon 26 Walnut 13 at Sterling lJage fifty-four 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE TRACK TEAM BACK ROW—Mr. Wells, Hoge, Livey, Borop, Gonigam, Fordham. LOWER ROW—Taylor, Stickle, Brokaw, Whitver, Rudiger, Epperson. RELAY TEAM Rudiger, Stickle Epperson, Livey u THE WALNUT TREE TRACK 1926 Walnut has always had quite a reputation for track teams and the squad of 1926 was no exception. It had very few outstanding men but consisted of a large, well-balanced aggregation. The season started late because of bad weather and practice was carried on in the gym long before anyone ventured outside. The first meet of the year was a dual one with Manlius at Walnut which the latter won by an overwhelming score. Next was the Little Six at Princeton; won by Walnut with 65 points or an amount greater than the total scores of all other contestants. Hall won the County while Bureau was second. Princeton and Walnut tied for third with 21 each. The outstanding event of the meet was the pole-vault which was won by Winger of Walnut. A new record of 11 feet 1 3-4 inches was set in this event. Other meets attended were the La Salle and Iowa City contests but competition was too keen to place more than a few men. 1927 This year Walnut has prospects for one of the best teams in her history. There are eight letter men to use as a nucleus and about twenty new recruits. The schedule calls for an unusually large number of meets and if all candidates turn out as expected there should be several victories. The personnel and events may be similar to this: Distance men—Gonigam, Taylor, Hoge. Sprinters: Livey, Stickles, Epperson, Rudiger, Pope. Weight men: Brokaw, Whitver. The relay team that will represent Walnut will be practically the same as last year’s. The men will probably be Livey, Epperson, Rudiger, and Stickles. All four of these boys are capable runners and should win several races. The meets that the team will attend are as follows: Dual meet at Manlius. Dual meet at Amboy. Little Six meet at Princeton. District meet at La Salle. County meet at Princeton. Bradley meet at Peoria. T. R. WELLS, ATHLETIC COACH Mr. Wells came to Walnut two years ago and has since filled the position of Athletic Coach in a very creditable manner. He was graduated from Centre College and teaches the high type of athletics that has made that school famous. His popularity is due to his ability as a coach and to the fact that he is a thorough gentleman. The boys he teaches vouch for him as he always puts their interests first. An evidence of this is the equipment which he has gotten for their use. His services in elevating athletics to a higher plane will be remembered as invaluable and lasting effects. “A clean and hard hitting sportsman,” that describes T. R. Wells to whom Walnut owes much. THE WALNUT TREE A GIRL’S GYMNASIUM CLASS A VOLLEY BALL GAME AT THE NOON HOUR . 19 2 Pag jHftyh THE WALNUT TREE GIRLS’ GYMNASIUM At the beginning of the year all the girls were called to the gym to be weighed and measured. The reason for this was to find the physical standing of all the girls and to put those who were extremely underweight in a class by themselves. A gymnasium class was then formed, there being two periods in the week devoted to physical training; namely the second and the ninth on Tuesday and Thursday. The first semester was devoted to marching, etc. During this time the feat of forming the letter W on the gym floor was mastered. The second semester was devoted to basketball. Each class was divided into two teams, thus making four basketball teams; namely, the Blue Racers, the Red Chasers, the Red Devils, and the Blue Streaks. Alice Keithahn was chosen captain of the Red Chasers, Grace Britt of the Blue Racers, Evelyn Gallentine of the Red Devils, and Imogene Ross of the Blue Streaks. 1 9 2 Page fifty-nine ■ amin_n_u_ THE walnut tree Page sixty 19 2 7 'tcY MUSIC Ovanda Cook, Alene Strouss, Clarence Tornow, Helen McGo nigle, Miss Babbitt, Geraldine Bowen, Virden Kirchner, Dale Exner, Irin White, Beulah Plapp, Everett Pope, Carl Golden Jane Becknell, Allen Fox, Edna Johnson, George Stickle, Alice Keith-ahn, Vance Plapp, Dorothy White, Cecil Conklin, Pearl Tornow. WALNUT tpff .........gg MUSIC “Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Music in the school creates a spirit of fellowship. We have tried to form musical organizations which will be not only of value to the school, but to the individual in later life. GIRLS’ CHORUS Walnut High School has always had a girls’ chorus and this year we have one that will go into history with the rest. The chorus consists of thirty-two girls. Our work has taken up the study of the history and formation of music. Ballads and classical selections arranged for two part singing make up the type of our songs. Our main feature this year was the operetta. We are preparing for the county contest. BOYS’ CHORUS This is the first year that a Boys’ Chorus has played a separate part in the musical life of the High School. This chorus is made up of eighteen boys. Classical and humorous selections arranged for four part singing make up their type of music. The boys made their first appearance at the Farmers’ Institute. Later they gave several selections before the assembly. Fine work has been accomplished by the chorus, and they are preparing for a concert and the county contest in the spring. THE OPERETTA November 17, the Boys’ and Girls’ Choruses presented an operetta, The Gypsy Rover. The adventures, fortunes and romance of a gypsy lad were portrayed in this work. The music was furnished by the High School Orchestra. The cast: Meg .................. Zara ................. Marto ................ Sinfo ................ Rob .................. Lady Constance ....... Lord Craven .......... Sir. George Martindale Nina ................. Captain Jerome ...... Sir Toby Lyon ........ McCorkle ............. Servant .............. Chorus ............... ....... Ruth Forney .......... Nina Glaze ........ Johnnie Foss .... Cyrus Gonigam ..... George Stickles ....... Alene Strous ......... Ivan Peach ........ Vance Plapp ........ Edna Glaze ........ Carl Golden .... Harvey McKinney Adrian Bullington Richard Brewer Gypsies and children 1 9 2 7 = Page sixty-three THE ORCHESTRA The oi'ganization is celebrating its fourth year of existence. The music consists of classical works. The orchestra has appeared several times before the student body and other outside programs. Four of the seniors have been with the orchestra since it was first organized. They are, George Stickles, E flat saxaphone; Allan Fox, drums; Cyrus Gonigam, cornet; Beulah Plapp, violin. The orchestra consists of eighteen pieces. First violins... Dale Exner, Virden Kirchner, Irin White, Beulah Plapp Second violins ......... Alene Strouss, Ovanda Cook, Clarence Turnow Saxaphones............Alice Keithahan, George Stickles, Edna Johnson Clarinets ................................Dorothy White, Vance Plapp Cornets .............................. Jane Becknell, Cyrus Gonigam Mandolin ............................................... Cecil Conklin Banjo .................................................. Pearl Turnow Drums .................................................. Allan Fox Pianists ........................ Geraldine Bowen, Helen McGonigle LYCEUM COURSE As in previous years the Junior Class sponsored the Lyceum Course. The talent this year was furnished by the Des Moines Lyceum Bureau. Each number was very well given and greatly enjoyed. The first number consisted of songs, readings and instrumental selections. The second program was given by the Jesse Entertainers. Lois Elizabeth Hacker, dramatist and reader gave the third number. The last number was a lecture, “A Cure for the Blues,” by Dr. William Baier. Page sixty-six CAST OF “LOOKS LIKE RAIN” Carl Golden Viola Dimig Clyde Conley Charles Stone Geraldine Bowen Marion Borop Dorothy Cragin THE WALNUT TREE SENIOR PLAY “Come Out of the Kitchen” Cast of Characters Olivia Dangerfield, alias Jane Ellen ......... Marian Kiser Elizabeth Dangerfield, alias Araminta ........ Audrey Kiser Mrs. Falkner, Tucker’s sister ............... Grace Keithahn Cora Falkener, her daughter ................... Doris Minier Amanda, Olivia’s Black Mammy ................. Beulah Plapp Burton Crane, from the north ................ Herman Nelson Thomas Lefferts, statistical poet ............ George Stickles Solon Tucker, Crane’s attorney ............... Harold Rudiger Paul Dangerfield, alias Smithfield ........ Herbert Whitver Charles Dangerfield, alias Brindlebury ...... Cyrus Gonigam Randolph Weeks, agent of Dangerfield’s ..Adrian Bullington Synopsis The play takes place in Virginia at the old Dangerfield mansion. Because their supply of money is low the Dangerfield children rent the old home to a man from the north. The servants fail to arrive and the only thing left to do is for the children to pose as servants. This they do with all kinds of complications for results. The play was presented May 13, 1927 and was greatly enjoyed. Much credit for the success of the play must be given to Miss Mason. JUNIOR CLASS PLAY “It Looks Like Rain On Friday evening, March eighteenth, this delightful play was presented before a large audience. The following cast was chosen: Monty Mansfield, the Proprietor ............ Marion Borop Reggie Van Wert, an ambitious author ......... Carl Golden Elmo Armstrong, Monty’s cousin ............ Charles Stone Jerry Watson, the late proprietor ................... Clyde Conley Nellie Watson, his daughter ............. Geraldine Bowen Martha Watson, his better-half..............Dorothy Craigen Vilut Hickey, a neighbor .,................. Viola Dimig The play was very well given. The high school orchestra played several selections which were very greatly enjoyed. Dale Exner also played a violin solo which was enjoyed by the audience. Much credit is due Mr. Kofoed who coached the play. = 1927 Page sixty-nine THE WALNUT TREE COUNTY CONTEST 1926 Only three entries from Walnut reached Princeton. First—Ralph Kofoed ....................... Boys’ Extemporaneous Third—Catheryn Quilter ......................... Girls’ Humorous Fourth—Marian Kiser ............................ Girls’ Dramatic PRELIMINARY CONTEST 1927 Unusual interest was taken in the contest this year and good material was found. The winners of this contest will compete in the zone contest at West Bureau. GIRLS’ DRAMATIC Fii’st—Angels’ Wickedness ...................... Dorothy Cragain Second—The Slow Man .............,............. Catheryn Quilter Third—The Plaintiff ............................ Dorothy Whitver BOYS’ ORATORICAL First—The Unknown Rider ...................... Adrian Bullington Second—Sparticus to the Gladiators ................. Cyrus Gonigam Third—Mine Enemy ................................... George Taylor BOYS’ HUMOROUS First—Model Discourse ............................ Johnny Foss Second—Who’s Afraid ............................... Ray Parker GIRLS’ HUMOROUS First—When Tom Took Sick ....................... Marian Kiser Second—Jane .................................... Alene Strouss Third—In the Toils of the Enemy ................ Erin White In the Zone contest Johnny Foss was the only entrant who won a first place. The chorus and orchestra also won first. In the county contest held at Princeton, April 29, Johnny won third place, the orchestra took third place and the chorus second place. 19 2 7 Page seventy ........ THE WALNUT TREE DEBATE CLUB Raymond Dick, E. Fordham, A. Bullington, H. Rudiger, Mr. Kofoed, H. Nelson, D. Ross, C. Gonigam LOWER ROW—D. Langford, A. Kiser, Marian Kiser, G. Keithahn, I. Langford. DRAMATIC CLUB Ii'in W’hite, Helen McGonigle, Catherine Quilter, Miss Babbitt, Ruth Forney, Jane Becknell, Alene Strouss 19 2 7 Page seventy-two DEBATE CLUB OFFICERS President ............................. Cyrus Gonigam Vice-President ............................... Dick Ross Secretary-Treasurer ..................... Grace Keithahn The Debate Club and the Dramatic Club are new organizations serving the same purpose that the Don Marquis and A. M. B. Literary societies served during previous years. The Debating Club was established to teach the principles of debating and public speaking. During the meetings held each week interesting talks and debates are presented. The club has an enrollment of thirteen members. A practice debate was held with Amboy team on March 4. The proposition debated was: Resolved: That a Department of Education, with a Secretary in the President’s Cabinet, should be established by the Federal Government. The members of the Walnut team were: Affirmative— Cyrus Gonigam, Harold Rudiger, and Elvin Fordham; Negative—Adrian Bullington, Herman Nelson, and Raymond Dick. The Walnut negative debated at Amboy, while the Amboy Negative debated at Walnut. This was the first debate that the team had taken part in, so although the decision of the judges rested in favor of the Amboy teams we did not lose, for we gained experience and knowledge. DRAMATIC CLUB This is a new organization formed for the purpose of training the contestants for the Declamatory Contests. At the meetings held each week, the instructor, Miss Babbit, points out ways of improving the speech or the manner of speaking. The speakers acquire ease and a natural delivery by this practice which they receive. The club has an enrollment of five active members. HOME ECONOMICS CLUB Page seventy-four 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE HOME ECONOMICS CLUB OFFICERS President ............................. Evadell Anderson Vice-President ....................... Bernice Sweetnam Secretary-Treasurer ....................... Fern Akerson This club was organized for the promotion of interest and education along the lines of cooking and sewing and other home problems. Any girl in the high school is eligible to belong to the club. At the meetings held each week the girls discuss topics pertaining to the purpose of the club. At social gatherings the members serve luncheons. The officers serve for two semesters. The club has an enrollment of 25 members. AGRICULTURE CLUB OFFICERS President ................................. Loren Hoge Vice-President ............................ Lee Buzard Secretary-Treasurer .................... Melvin Huseman Report Editor ........................... Edwin Wilson The Agriculture Club has proved extremely successful. In the various judging contests staged there has always been a representation from Walnut. Many medals and premiums have been awarded to different members of the club for their ability along this line. They have won first place at the Bureau County Fair for the last two years. Thus we can see that the Agriculture Club has fulfilled its purpose wonderfully well. 19 2 7 Page seventy-five THE WALNUT TREE One of the weekly assemblies in the auditorium was given over to ‘ Art Appreciation.” Six pictures were taken from the hall and placed upon the stage in the auditorium. Adrian Bullington gave the names and painter of each with the minute details of the pictures which brought out the meanings of the painters very clearly. The pictures were “Hope” by George Watts, an English painter; “The Monarch of the Glen” by Sir Edwin Landseer, an English painter; “The Home of the Heron” by George Innes, an American painter; “Aurora” by Guido Reni, an Italian painter) “Joan of Arc” by Bastein LePage, a French painter, and “The Windmill” by Jacob Ruysdael, a Dutch painter. Other very interesting programs in the assembly were given by the Debate and Dramatic clubs. The Debate Club debated on the question, Resolved: “The present system of regulating the traffic system in the city of Walnut is inadequate.” The affirmative argued on the points, 1. The traffic is inadequate to meet emergencies; 2. The police force is competent; and 3. The traffic is according to the will of the people. The negative argued on the points, 1. The traffic laws for automobiles are inadequate; 2. The liquor laws are inadequate; and 3. The airplane laws are inadequate. The student body decided in favor of the negative. The Dramatics Club gave the Christmas program and entertained us with some readings. The assembly sang a group of Christmas songs after which Dorothy Craigin read a part of Scrooges Christmas by Dickens. Alene Strouss then told of the first Christmas and then read “The Night Before Christmas,” by Clement C. Moore. Page seventy-six THE WALNUT TREE The Hallowe’en Party On the night of October twenty-ninth Tho the moon was shining bright, Wierd scenes were seen about, It turned out a spooky night. Many forms were seen to go Up the walk to our High School. Witches, goblins, bent blind men, All, according to the rule. Ghosts, small boys and babies, Mothers fond and fathers bold, Klu Kluxers and a tiny cowboy, Daring as cowboys of old. Gypsies and old ladies galore, Darkies as black as could be. Clown, bandits and fortune tellers, And people so poor ’twas pitiful to see. They went to Walnut High School Bent upon a good time, And I’m sure that they received it. Just listen to this rhyme. The couples all marched to the kitchen, Where they partook of a lunch very good, It consisted of cocoa with marshmallows, And pumpkin pie a la mode. And you must know of the prizes given, One for the hard times that abide. The other for the best costumed person, The judges stepped out on the floor to decide. They decided Harvey McKinney was poorest, That is he was dressed in more rags, Than any of the others that were present, Than even the ‘‘dark midnight hags.” The prize for the best costumed person Was given to Loren Hoge, His costume was, well I wonder. Was it quite the vogue? They all returned to their homes in due time, Midnight was very near, Resolving to come back, To the Hallowe’en party next year. THE FATE OF THE BURTONS Dan Mathews was nothing more than an old, oafish criminal, who, having secured money by unfair means in his younger days, had settled down to a life of peace and quietness in a small New England village. His favorite pastime was the telling of criminal stories to a bunch of eager boys upon whom the desire of adventure was just beginning to dawn. He would sometimes sit in the shade of a big tree and while away the summer days telling stories to the boys. His supply of true stories had long ago run out, but the boys were ju t as interested in his false ones ones which thrilled them to such an extent that it set up a rebellion in their clean, young hearts. The fathers and mothers of the neighborhood, having heard of old Mathews’ past records, hated the old man and denounced him as a worthless, good-for-nothing scoundrel, but nothing 19 2 7 Page seventy-eight THE WALNUT TREE could convince the children who were spell-bound by his fascinating narratives. Thus life went on—a life of hatred for the older people and one of love for the children—until the youngsters began to feel as much affection towards old Mathews as they did for their own parents. The Burton family, who lived in a large house about a quarter of a mile from Dan Mathews dwelling, was a strong, peaceful, home-loving family; that is with the exception of Roy, their only child. Mr. Burton was a well-desciplined, strict, revengeful, and yet jovial sort of person whose greatest pleasure was a quiet evening at home with his wife and child. He worked hard at his office in the daytime and when night came he was glad to think of the contentment he would receive from an evening s rest. Mrs. Burton was a great lover of children and although she had only one of her own, she was looked upon as a second mother by all the children in the neighborhood. She was doing her best to bring her only son up among the right surroundings so as to make him a decent and respectable citizen. At night she took great delight in comforting her devoted husband who came home weary from a days work. Roy, however, was an ambitious and sturdy youngster who had just arrived at the agq when adventure first begins to thrill the heart. On any summer afternoon he could be found passing away the time listening with eagerness to old Mathews’ stories. It was by one of Mathews’ original plans that Roy committed his first crime; that of stealing a wallet from a customer in the village store. This only led to more and more until he began to think of bigger things. The years passed by quickly and even before the Burtons had noticed it Roy had arrived at the age of twenty-one. It was at this time that he decided to leave his folks and go to the city. Mr. and Mrs. Burton were very sorry to see him go but they realized that there must come a time in every family when the children would have to go out into the world for themselves. More years passed and the Burton family felt sure of Roy’s success from the expensive gifts which they had received from him; although he had never mentioned his occupation. Then one day they were very surprised when they picked up the daily paper and read in the headlines, “Burton Captured In Bank Robber .” Both mother and father were shocked speechless and Mrs. Burton became quite ill over the matter. She was heartbroken to think that her son, her only child, could do such a thing. When the trial was held Roy was found guilty and was sentenced to from one to twenty years in the state penitentiary. THE WALNUT TREE — The matter kept revolving and revolving in Mr. Burton’s revengeful mind and he finally decided that something must be done. One night as he was sitting quietly at home he suddenly grew very angry within himself and after walking into the kitchen and securing something from the drawer, he started off at a brisk pace tow'ard old Mathew’s place. It was plain to see that murder was in his eyes and he did not slacken his pace until he wras just outside the ex-criminal’s home. It was about ten-thirty and old Mathews had naturally retired so Mr. Burton proceeded to climb into one of the windows. Then stealthily, steadily and silently he slipped into the adjoining room and stopped beside the criminal’s bed. He raised the cold, steel blade of a knife high over his head but did not have the courage to bring it down into the unclean and impure heart that lay within the form below him. Then, finally, he summoned up all of his determination and) plunged the sharp, steel blade into the already motionless form of Dan Mathews. Mathews gave one mighty jerk and then settled into a sleeping position with a sneering expression on his cold, lifeless face. At once Mr. Burton realized what he had done and became almost half insane. He was debating within his mind what was to be the next move. Finally he went to the police station and confessed his murder. The trial was a long one and heated arguments were held before the verdict was given. Mr. Burton was sentenced to a life term in the state penitentiary. It was almost a year after Mr. Burton had started his term that he accidentally met his own son at the door of the prison parish as he was going to church. All he could say was, “Roy, Roy, why did you do it?”, and then the guard shoved them on and he could see him no longer. A few months after this strange meeting of father and son, Roy was released. He had been let off before his term expired because of his good behavior. He immediately went home to his mother and begged her forgiveness, telling her that he had all of the adventure that he desired and that he was now thinking of a more serious matter wrhich he would keep secret for a while. About a year after this Mr. Burton was pardoned bv the governor of the state who agreed with Burton that he was justified in killing the man vrbo had put his innocent son on the wrong path. Mr. Burton, overjoyed at the thought of returning to his loved ones, at once started for his old home. When he arrived home he was not only greeted bv his devoted wife and loving son but also by Mrs. Roy Burton, an old sweetheart of Roy’s who had consented to marrv him. The father immediately proceeded to give the newly wedded couple five thousand dollars which Roy declared should go for no other purpose than to build a house directly across from his father’s. Then Mr. and Mrs. Burton quietly passed the evening away, happy to think that their family had been so successfully reunited. Cecil Britt 9 2 7 Page eighty ■ SOCIETY THE HALLOWE’EN PARTY The students of Walnut High decided that “being that it was Hallowe’en” it was time to celebrate. This they did by having a party on October 29, at the High School. Each one was to come masked, or dressed to represent hard times. Nearly every one was present. The costumes were varied, weird, ghostly, old and ragged, small and large for the wearer, hideous, outlandish, freakish, some very pretty and some very cute. First, every one tried to find out the identity of some other masked individual. The first number on the program was a march around the gymnasium to display the costumes, so that the best Hallowe’en make-up and the best hard time costume might be selected. Loren Hoge was the best masked character, so won the first prize, a box of candy. Harvey McKinney won a box of candy for first prize hard time costume. Harry (Ginker) Whitver won second with his blind man’s outfit. After the prizes were awarded a happy time was spent in the gym, playing games and Hallowe’en pranks. At ten o’clock refreshments of pumpkin pie a-la-mode and cocoa were served. After this all departed, agreeing that a good time had been enjoyed. SOPHOMORE AND JUNIOR PICNIC When school had been is session but a short time the Sophomores decided to have a picnic. Thinking that it would be too selfish to have so much fun all to themselves, they invited the Juniors to join them. The next question was to decide on the place; finally Red Oak was chosen as the ideal spot. So one day as soon as school was out they all jumped into cars supplied by the Sophomores and betook themselves to Red Oak. They were having a lovely time playing games like good children when it began to rain. In spite of it all, however, they ate their bountiful lunch of weinies, buns, pickles and marshmallows. After eating they played several more games and then returned to their homes. They all agreed that they had had a splendid time in spite of the rain. Page eighty-two 19 2 7 THE WALNUT TREE ATHLETIC BANQUET The Athletic Banquet was held on April 1 at the High School. The tables were decorated in white. Tall white candles, each of which bore a ribbon bow of rainbow colors also adorned the tables. At 7 o’clock a splendid supper of two courses was served to the athletic boys, their guests and other members of the school who attended. The Senior girls and some of the Junior girls, all attired in rainbow colors with small white aprons, acted as waitresses. After the dinner the toasts were given, Mr. Melton acting as toastmaster. Talks were given by Mr. Wells, Herbert Whitver, Harold Rudiger, Marion Borop, and Edwin Wilson. When everyone had enjoyed these toasts the gymnasium was cleared of the tables and games were played which were enjoyed by everyone. The annual agriculture club, or Father and Son’s Banquet was held last October. Since it was a nice evening nearly all of the Ag boys and girls and their fathers were there. A group of high school girls acted as waitresses; a bountiful banquet was served. Everyone certainly did justice to it. After the meal very interesting talks were given by different members of the Ag club, and by their fathers. When the toasts were all given the men and boys quickly cleared away the tables and a gay time was spent in playing games. Among these was the initiation of the Freshmen. Of course everyone enjoyed this—everyone but the initiated. A hike had been planned by Miss Monier and the two girls’ gym classes. We had planned to hike about a mile out of town. It was thought that since we were not in hard training yet a longer walk would tire us. So one evening after school, clad in hiking clothes and carrying nothing but our refreshments, we left the school building. Some of us, being faster walkers than the others, left the rest once in a while; however, we all reached our destination. Here we enjoyed ourselves gathering wood for our bonfire. A happy time was spent in roasting weim'es and marshmallows and in getting them tangled in our companions’ hair and fur coat collars. When it was nearly dusk we hastily put out our bonfire and hiked back to town. AGRICULTURE CLUB BANQUET THE GIRLS’ HIKE 19 2 7 Page eighty-three THE WALNUT TREE WALNUT HIGH SCHOOL JAMBOREE Whosoever sayeth that the high school jamboree was bigger and better than ever before sayeth correctly. This year it was decided that the carnival, or jamboree as it was called, should be sponsored by the Senior Class as in former years. Also it was to be held on two evenings instead of one as previously. On the nights of March twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth everyone saw everyone else bound for the high school where each shared in an evening of enjoyment. Before the real jamboree itself began, everyone was entertained in the Auditorium by a program, which began at 7:30 o’clock. This program consisted of plays, songs, farces, and readings put on by the members of the student body under the supervision of the faculty. Then came the jamboree itself and a jamboree it was. Here everyone could eat, drink and be merry. The hungry were fed, some by means of hot dogs and buns and others in the Japanese Tea Room. Besides this there was ice cream cones and sandwiches, popcorn, candy, and plenty of orangeade. Others tried their skill at the various stands such as throwing the ball in the bucket, the roll down, the nigger baby stand, the bowling alley, the fish pond, the duck stand, Bingo, having their fortunes told and many other things. Bingo was the game of the hour however, and many pieces of shining aluminum were distributed over town and country. Still another drawing card was the popularity contest. On Saturday night a box of candy was awarded to Miss Mason, the most popular girl in high school. Much credit is due the executive committee of the jamboree in the way they put it across. However, the cooperation shown by the entire student body made the jamboree the huge success it was. 19 2 7 Page eighty-four Ill lllllllll r THE WALNUT TREE CALENDAR 1926-’27 7—Registration and the rest is easy. We arrive at Walnut High, the home of all our troubles and proceed to register. 8—Football Notes. Twenty-seven report for football. Good prospects. Ah! yes! 10—Look well, oh Sheik before you choose! Chuck Odell looks around for a new Sheba. Enid Peterson seems to be well qualified. 13—Back to normalcy. Miss Mason caught her first victim whispering in the library this morning. Now we know that all is well and discipline still has strong support from our teachers. P. S.- Harry Whitver was it. 15—We have a new cheer leader. Johnny is no Napoleon but he can impress ’em. 17—Have you a sneezer in your library? Jeff Livey, sneeze artist, gave us an exhibition of his remarkable power while pursuing his studies in the library. The diversion was very entertaining. Jeff drew a good laugh but no applause. 25—Football Notes. Oregon is our first victim. The victorious score is 0-0. 28—First display of jewelry. Seniors don little dignity and select class rings and pins. As usual no one is satisfied. burn appears with long tresses. Real? 6—Dizzy? We sang rounds in Assembly— rounds and rounds and rounds. joined. Seen any results? 12—Baa! Baa! ! Baa! ! ! Drove of sheep is added to school farm. 14—Freshies appear in public. Freshman football squad win first game of season. Grade school team is the victim. 11—“Get Fat Campaign” Numerous girls have 1—Loyalty. The football boys reported a nice time after taking mud baths on the Sheffield gridiron. 4—Pigtails again? We wonder. Mrs. Glass- 3—Squeek! Squeek! ! Squeek! ! ! Who’s the guilty party? 15—W. H. S. kept the bacon. We journey to Manlius, only to return victorious. 20.—W. H. S. attendance increased. Baby Roderick Milton spends his first day at school. What a lot of excitement such a little fellow creates! 21— Biff! Bang! ! Boom! ! ! Mr. Wells is unsuccessful in an attempt to blow up the Physics room. Better luck next time! 22— Oh, Death, where is thy sting? First report cards are issued. Nuff said! 25—Cook, cook, who knows a cook? Girls serve Business Mens’ Banquet. No deaths reported to date. 29—Bureau kept the bacon. We all journeyed to Bureau. What was left of us journeyed back again. gram is given in the auditorium. How we shocked our fellow students. 5—Weather Report. Temperature rises. We feel like the snowball that chased the asbestos cat through— well anyway where winter woolies are not yet in vogue. 9—Casualty of Max Brokaw. Max fell for the Physics class and is now all broken up about it. 12—Football begins to hibernate. Last game of season with Whitver, Rudiger, Brokaw and Stickles starring. Whitver represents a stone wall in defense and Stickles ran half the length of the field and made a touchdown. 16— Football catastrophe. Mr. Wells is limping as a result of football practice. Herb don’t be so rough! 17— Operetta. Everyone dressed up in his best clothes as Miss Babbitt said we should and went to hear the operetta. Was it good? Well I guess! 1—Extra special. Dumbness on the part of the Senior History Class on Mondays, drives Mr. Kofoed to more violent measures. Written lessons from now on! 2—Don’t get excited ladies! We thought there was a stranger in our midst and there were loud feminine cries of “First dibs, first dibs, first dibs.” But it was only Carl Golden without his glasses. 3—Seniors entertain. Art appreciation pro- Page eighty-seven THE WALNUT TREE 19—Have you done your daily dozen? Note these slim willowy creatures floating around here. They are Melvin Huseman and Ovanda Cooke. They have exercises each night and regular bean poles they are now. Ovanda is just a shadow. They always have lunch after the exercises and they say that’s the secret. 24— Vacation! 25— Turkey Day! “What piece will you have?” 29—The day after. School again. Few faces are missing. Evidence of too much turkey. 1— Seasick. One look at the waves in Marion Borop’s naturally straight hair is equivalent to a trip across the Atlantic. 2— Concert. First number of Lyceum Course. Juniors are all excited. 6—Loyalty. Seniors shows signs of sophistication. Cause? Class rings and pins arrive. 10-11—And a fine time was had by all. Farmers hold Institute at school. Exhibits were rare and in profusion, many being quite an- tique. 17—Good-bye. We’re leaving. Do you believe in Santa Claus? Well, anyway, Merry Christmas! 30—Basketball special. W. H. S. plays Alumni team. Coach Wells decides they need oysters to recuperate. 3—Happy New Year (usual thing) 6—Poor Rudy. Poor Ice. Harold slipped on the ice last night. After the accident both Harold and the ice were sorry it ever happened. 19—Decrease in W. H. S. attendance. Ag club sell sheep. 15—Debate Club entertains. Prospects for in-conspicious orators seem quite promising. 17—Are we going to wear caps and gowns? The fight is on. The president is getting gray hair, but the defense equals the offense. 25—“Oh! Is she dumb!” Mr. Wells describing a Physics student—“And she just couldn’t tell for anything. She didn’t know. She couldn’t figure it out—Oh! She just couldn’t tell for anything.” 31—Where is My Wandering Boy Tonight? Wouldn’t Marian like to know? 19 2 7 Page eighty-eight THE WALNUT TREE 2—Weather Report. Ground pig sees his shadow. 7—Shame on you, Miss Monier. We learn Miss Monier returned to town via Wyanet last night, accompanied by five men and a gravel truck. Well, it’s a good thing she is a teacher. 10—Draw your own conclusions. Debate Club journeys to Mendota. From all reports travelling wasn’t so good. 12—Guess who? Miss Babbitt attempted to make poets out of the Seniors. She found a few quite poetic poets. 14—The day after the night before. A basket of roses adorns Miss Babbitt’s desk. We wonder who! 18—Basketball notes. We are still giving away the bacon. This time it went to Buda. 24-25-26—Basketball Tournament. We all journeyed to Sheffield for better or for worse. 1—Comes in like a lion! 4—More tournament. This time it’s the District Tournament. We hoped for the best that’s the best we could do. 7—Old rubbish for sale! Excess misplaced articles are auctioned off in assembly. Cyrus proved a competent auctioneer from the looks of the proceeds! 15—“Have you been shot yet?” Never mind. Nothing serious. Mr. Houck is merely taking Senior pictures. 17—Junior Class Play. We don’t know whether we know whom we think we know or whether he or she will be some one else the next time we look. 19—Mystery solved. Senior proofs arrive and many decide they look like what they thought they didn’t. 24— All aflutter ! Miss Monier has a new marcel. We understand her steady is due. 25- 26—A good time was had by all. The biggest Jamboree in W. H. S. history is staged. Much excitment prevails—and another thing—who was that fair young person Elvin seemed so interested in? We would like to know! 28—Track team goes into spring training. There seems to be many good prospects, especially for tumbles and falls. 19 2 7 Page eighty-nine THE WALNUT TREE 1—Fifty feeding like one. The athletic banquet is served in the Gym. No reports of ptomaine poisoning are reported to date. 4—Who said it was spring? Wind, rain, and sleet are the rage accompanied by a fall in temperature! Just show us the person who said spring was here! 11—And oh, the laughing, groaning and moaning! The Preliminary Literary Contest is heid. Dorothy Craigen captures first place in Girls’ Dramatics, while Adrian Bullington holds the honor in Boys’ Oratorical. Marian succeeded in winning first in Girls’ Humorous and Johnny Foss in Boys’ Humorous. 12—Ah, hah! Victory is our'n saith the Seniors. But they all admit the Inter Class Track Meet was a good one. 17— Did you wear your new •‘bunnet?” Of course, those few who went to church and are not in bed with pneumonia answer “No!” The others all answer “Yes, do you think I’d wear that old thing?” pointing to winter hat. 18— More contest. The zone contest takes place at Bureau Township with Wyanet, Manlius and Walnut. 20—Walnut Tree goes to press. Please allow for mistakes in further calculations. 22—Alumni perform. The alumni present Don Marquis’ great success, “The Old Soak.” 29—Music contest. The County Literary and Music Contest takes place in Princeton. 1—In the spring a young man’s fancy—finish it yourself. 3— Back to nature. Biology class and others go forth to study the great out-of-doors. 4— The flowers that bloom in the spring tra-la. A great many of us feel the urge to go forth into the highways and by-ways to pick the blooming violets. It seems this can best be enjoyed if—? 6—Bankers partake of feast. The High School is honored by having the County Bankers’ Association Banquet in the Gym. THE WALNUT TREE 7—Little Six meet. Track is the game of the hour at Princeton. 13— Senior class play. The huge success is ‘•Come out of the Kitchen.” 14— More track. District meet at La Salle. 19— Sectional Judging Contest at W. H. S. Music in the air. The orchestra and chorus stage big concert. There seems to be some prospects of producing a Caruso or Galli Curci, or maybe a Paderewski. 20— More eating. Juniors and Seniors partake of annual feast—and oh, the pretty gowns! 27— Seniors make wills. Senior class entertains at class day program. 28— County Track and Field Meet at Princeton. 29— Baccalaureate Services at Methodist Church. 30— Just plain holiday. 31— Oh death, where is thy sting? Semester exams! 2— Commencement. 3— Alas and alack! We bid good-bye to our Alma Mater. Page ninety-one TO OUR ALUMNI To you, Alumni, viewed with awe, Whose every slightest word was law; To you, thru Walnut High life For Alma Mater strove with might, Yet kept above unworthy strife The dear, good, old blue and white; To you, who now are passing through Life’s greatest joys and sorrows too To you who teach by fine example, Life’s best things only to insample; To you to whom we bring our fears And doubts and hopes for future years; From whom we know we shall receive A hearty “Stand By’’ before we leave; To you, who not since “Auld Lang Svne” Classmates have seen and teachers fine; And whom, we hope, in moments fleeting Through our true old friends are meeting. We Seniors give glad greeting. THIRTIETH ALUMNI BANQUET The thirtieth Alumni banquet, which was served by the Ladies Aid of the Christian Church, was held on June 4, 1926. The gymnasium was beautifully decorated in purple and gold for the occasion. Mr. Melton acted as toastmaster. The welcome was given by Mrs. John Straub and the response by Ralph Kofoed, after which Donald Whitver, president of the Alumni, gave a short talk. The music for the evening was furnished by Alan Fox’s Five. HlUliuinniiniinmnmiiniiiiiHtliimHURn3nnminTTTTroii ii[ttm 19 2 7 Page ninety-four Those attending the University of Illinois. Fred Dremann Gordon Meisenheimer Charles Butcher Homer Dremann Glenn Wahl Clarence Ganschow Marvin Winger Clifton Whitver Clark Hasenyager Those attending other colleges: George Fox ....................... Ruth Oakford ..................... Gilbert Renner ................... Lovilla Frederick ................ Arthur Fox ....................... Ralph Kofoed ..................... Ruth Iwig ........................ Wilbur Hopkins ................... Mary Edson ....................... Gretta Livey ..................... ... Evanston, 111. .... Normal, 111. .... Eureka, 111. .... Normal, 111. .... Chicago, 111. ... Galesburg, 111. .... Normal, 111. Bloomington, 111. .... Normal, III. .... Chicago, 111. Those married within the last year: Lucille Montgomery Burkey Pearl Frederick McCarthy Ivan Exner Wayne Fisher Agnes Kruse Exner Iva Fordham Chandler IN MEMORIAM Lloyd Osborne Gordon Meisenheimer, who wras graduated from Walnut Community High School in nineteen hundred tw’enty-three, will receive his degree from the University of Illinois in June, having completed his course in Liberal Arts and Sciences. While there he received such honors as being on the Honor Roll of nineteen hundred twenty-six, and membership in Sigma Delta Pi, an Honorary Spanish Fraternity. 19 2 7 Page ninety-five rmriicn THE WALNUT TREE H w f H iv J 0 K E S If you don’t like these little jokes, And their dryness makes you groan Just stroll around occasionally, With some good ones of your own. , , t v« Senior—“I feel like the oldest man in the world.” Junior— ‘How’s that?” Senior—‘I’ve just been listening to a Freshman tell about the things he used to do when he was a kid.” , • ._• Dale X—“I’ve found some wood that remains the same before and after burning.” Mr. Wells—‘ Impossible. What is it?” Dale X—“Ash.” , V Marion—“Why do rabbits have shiny noses?” Grace—“Their powder puff is in the wrong place.” ,• John F.—“May I leave the room?” Mr. Kofoed—“Certainly, you don’t expect to take it with you, do you?” , , , t Mr. Hatland—“Why do they whitewash the inside of a chicken coop?” Alvin B.—“So the chickens won’t eat the grain out of the wood.” ,« v v Nina—“Why do you call Elvin, ‘Pilgrim?’ ” Edna—“Well everytime he calls he makes more progress.” 9 2 7 Page ninety-eight i™§i THE WALNUT TREE Harry W.—“Say, could you tell me how I could find the science room ?” Darlene M.—“Sure, ask somebody.” , v Gunman—“Your life, or your money.” Wells—“Take my life; I’m saving my money for my old age.” ,« ,« ,• Virden Kerchner thinks they put bridges on violins to get the music across. .jt , , t Knock Knock Knock Homer H—“Who is it?” Answer—“It is I, opportunity.” Homer H.—“Oh, you can’t fool me. Opportunity only knocks once.” , , Wells—“Where’s that iodine I told you to get?” Elvin—“Why, I lost the money.” Wells—“The next time I send a fool for anything I go myself.” ,• ■ , Judge—“Why did you run down this man in broad daylight on a perfectly straight stretch of road?” Everett P.—“Your honor, my windshield was almost totally obscured with safety-first stickers.” .,« ,4 He—“Women are naturally prettier than men; She—“No, artificially.” 19 2 7 Page one hundred 19 2 7 Page one hundred one George H. Gonigam Glenn W. Bass THE GONIGAM-BASS COMPANY Building Material Coal and Feed Buyers and Shippers of Live Stock Contracting Custom Grinding “SERVICE WITH A SMILE” Walnut Illinois - =55 THE walnut tree Woman’s dress was never funnier—if brevity is the soul of wit. v ,! La Vonne J.—“Tea or coffee?” Lieu B.—“Coffee without cream.” La Vonne J.—“You’ll have to take it without milk, we don’t have cream.” „« , ,4 Miss Mason—“Upon what does the value of an article depend?” Allen—“Upon the fertility and scarcity.” , : Edna S.—“Isn’t that a pretty part in Harold’s hair?” Grace—“That isn’t a part, that’s a crack in the marble.” .« J : Mr. Kofoed—“Why did Napoleon cross the Alps?” Cecil B.—“You can’t catch me on that one. For the same reason a hen crosses the road.” , , Mr. Hatland—“What’s the matter with your thumb, Loren?” Loren—“I hit the wrong nail.” v« Many a beauty’s a fool. Many a fool’s a beauty. ,Nt Donald L.—“Is Verner Birky a liar?” Vance—“Well I wouldn’t say that but his brother has to call the hogs.” Page one hundred three Time flies and again another issue of the Walnut Tree is out, showing that one more year has passed with its joys and sorrows. With this issue the Walnut Lumber Supply Company wants to show its appreciation of the Walnut Tree and what it stands for by helping in its small way to make this year’s Walnut Tree bigger and better than ever. WALNUT LUMBER AND SUPPLY CO. A. R. Cash, Manager LUMBER COAL Walnut, Illinois 2= THE walnut tree Freshie—“Say, how long could I live without brains?” Soph.—“That remains to be seen.” ..4 ..• , John F.—“The latest song out is, ‘My girl must be blind.’ ” Evelyn G.—“She must be.” v« ,4 Senior—“Hey, there freshie, don’t spit on the floor.” Freshie—“S’matter, floor leak?” , , Oh chemist, please investigate, And drop me just a line. I’d like to know what Carbonate, And where did Iodine? .„• -.4 Geraldine B.—“How did you become such a wonderful orator?” Senator—“I began addressing envelopes.” ..4 ,4 ,4 Mr. Kofoed—“Why did they call a frog a frog?” James D.—“I don’t know unless it’s because he looked like one.” .4 ,• ,4 Dick R.—“Say, I saw a horse with a wooden leg.” Raymond P.—“Where was that?” Dick R.—“On a merry-go-round.” Jt ,« .4 Mr. Kofoed—“What did the New York Era say about the Panic of 1837?” George S.—“We don’t take that paper, sir.” 19 2 7 Page one hundred five IKON CLAD HOSIERY Can truly he appreciated when it is being worn. Beauty is so enhanced by silken hose which brings out natural shapeliness and grace for more than other kinds. Sheer silk IRONCLADS, which snuggle close to safety rounded curves, concealing what they should conceal, yet revealing in all the fullness of their beauty and lovely lines of Nature; which have a fascinating way of tantalizing the eyes of those who have a love for charming things. It really doesn’t cost you much to wear such exquisite stockings. IRON-CLAD are neither expensive to buy nor expensive to wear, for they do wear and WEAR, and while they wear they hold their lustrous beauty. One dollar will buy No. 806 in any of the latest shades—pure silk to the hem well above the knee. If you want a full-fashioned pure silk hose, ask for No. 907 $1.50 per pair. They are just the hose for the high school girl. NOW, boys, we have the IRON-CLAD HALF HOSE, No. 512—for you, at a price at which you can buy two pairs instead of one. Pure-thread silk with NO-DARN toes and heels. G. P. FREDERICK Walnut Illinois “The Store of Quality” THE WALNUT TREE Mr. Wells—“How is the direction of a car controlled?” Ted R.—“By the gear shift.” ,4 .. ,4 He—“What’s the difference between a wild horse and a tame one?” She—“Only a little bit.” v , v Miss Monier—(excitedly)—“Oh, Mr. Becknell, come quick. I think there’s a burglar in the cooking room and I just baked a pie.” Mr. Becknell—“It’s all right with me. Just so he don’t die in the school house.” ,4 J4 „4 Mr. Kofoed—“Doris, what’s on your mind this morning?” Doris—“Nothing.” Mr. Kofoed—“Well, sometimes I believe it.” ■ 4 , Miss Mason—(in geometry)—“Now watch the board closely and I’ll run through it again.” ,4 ,4 , Bad Fiction Cinderella—“Godmother, must I leave the ball at twelve?” Godmother—“You’ll not go at all, if you don’t stop swearing.” , ..« ,4 Cyrus G.—“What are you going to talk about today, Adrian?” Adrian B.—“Nothing.” Cyrus—“Oh, I see, it’s going to be an autobiography.” Page one hundred seven Sunny Slope Farm Highland Acres Eminence Farm L. R. Andersen G. M. Gonigam L. E. Gonigam, Jr., Manager Manager Manager Gonigam Farms Spotted Poland China Hogs Brown Swiss Cattle Dorset Horned and Merino Sheep All Animals Purebred Owners of Highland Sale Pavilion L. E. Gonigam, Sr., General Manager Life member Bureau Co. Agr’l. Board. Breeding Stock For Sale WALNUT ILLINOIS jaummummum.iumu------------ THE WALNUT Mr. Wells—“What do you know about nitrates?” Herbert W.—“Nothing much, only that they are cheaper than day rates.” ,4 ., Bernice S.—“I walked four miles last night.” Edna S.—“For goodness sake!” Bernice—“Yes.” .,4 : , Miss Babbit—“They say sheep are the dumbest animal living.” Mr. Wells—“Yes, my lamb.” , ,4 ..4 Miss Monier—“What do you think of the meal my freshman cooking class served today?” Mr. Melton—“I can’t tell you, I’m a gentleman.” ,4 ,4 J4 She—“Are you sure you love me?” He—“Well what do you think I’m doing, trying to wrestle?” .4 ,4 ,4 Max B.—“Is my face dirty or is it just my imagination?” Herbert W.—“I don’t know about your imagination but your face is Willie 0—“Mother, if I tell the conductor I’m under twelve can I go to the show alone tonight?” ,4 ,4 ,4 Wells—“Could a pencil evaporate?” George S.—“I never saw one do it yet.” 19 2 7 nnunrmnni Page one hundred vine Every Chick a Purebred STIVER HATCHERIES Super Quality Smith Hatched baby chicks Live Lay and Make Money Custom Hatching WALNUT ILLINOIS W. J. FISHER SON THE IMPLEMENT DEALER WALNUT, ILLINOIS THE WALNUT TREE Mr. Hatland—‘How can you tell a chicken’s age?” Raymond P.—“By the teeth.” Mr. Hatland—“Oh, joy. Don’t you know chickens don’t have teeth?” Raymond P.—“Yes, but I have.” Edwin W.—“Mother, when can I shave?” Mother—“Not for a long time yet Edwin.” Edwin W.—“Why not? I know a lot of the words now.” .,« ., , Marion (ready for theatre)—“Oh dear me. We’ve been waiting a good many minutes on that mother of mine.” Max—“Hours you should say.” Marion—“Oh, Max, this is so sudden.” j 1st black man—“You say your wife got Pullman teeth. How come?” 2nd Ditto—“She’s got an upper and a lower.” , v Miss Mason—“Jeanette, how many zones are there?” Jeanette—“Six.” Miss Mason—“Six? Name them.” Jeanette—“North Frigid, North Temperate, South Torrid, South Frigid and Safety.” v« . � , Ruth F.— (in biology)—“My father says we are descended from apes.” Wells—“We’re not concerned with your personal family affairs in this class.” j , , Small Child—“Mamma, why are all the people yelling at that poor man who is running around out there?” Mother—“Hush, dear, that’s Johnnie Foss, the cheerleader.” HARDWARE AND FURNITURE Quality Merchandise Prices to Please J. E. SCHWARZENTRAUB Walnut, Illinois THE THINKING YOUTH The young man or woman who thinks seriously realizes that all the money he or she earns is not his or hers to spend. The thinking youth will realize that real thought now will save years of weariness, hardship, and remorse later. This Bank is always glad to help the young people to get started and keep advancing. and we are always glad to talk with them about their problems and ambitions. This means you. 4 Per Cent On Time Deposits Citizens State Bank Walnut, Illinois iiiHHHimiim IIHIHlUflUIIIIIII'HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIMIIIIIIIIMHIimillHIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIHIMIIMIIIIHIHIIIIIMIMIIIIIIMIMtlHI THE WALNUT TREE Carl G.—‘ Will you marry me sometime?” Geraldine B.—“I should say not.” Carl G.—“Well, don’t tell Wilda I asked you first.” v v I wonder what grandma would say Of the clothes girls are wearing today, I met her. I’m feeling quite blue, For grandma is wearing them too. v v Questions Demanding Affirmative Did you take your book home last night? Have you studied your lesson for today? Do you understand it thoroughly? ,« ,4 , Alvin B.—“What time is it?” Pearl T.—“Why, I think I’m a trifle slow.” Alvin B.—“I know you are but I want to know what time it is.” -.• v Johnnie—“The stork is a funny bird.” Marion B.—“Yeah, why’s that?” Johnnie—“Always kidding the world.” , ,5 Miss Babbitt—“W’hat are the three words which are used most in schools and colleges?” Fern A. (as usual)—“I don’t know.” Miss Babbit—“Correct.” 19 2 7 Page one hundred thirteen “GET IN ON THE GROUND FLOOR” That’s the favorite “come on’’ of the blue sky stock salesman. He will tell you that immediate action is necessary if you want to make some real profits. But keep your money and don’t sign your name until you check up a little. Come in and let us give you the real facts. We are interested in protecting our friends because we want to build up the community. The stock salesman is here today and gone tomorrow, but this bank is a permanent part of the town. FIRST STATE BANK WALNUT, ILLINOIS We Pay 4 Per Cent on Time Deposits WALNUT ELECTRIC THEATRE “The Home of Better Pictures” Here you will see the best in clean fun, fine drama, fine stage direction, and inspirating environment. Shakespeare thought of the world as a stage. Motion pictures have made that thought a fact. Statistics establish the fact that they are the greatest source of entertainment and social harmony ever known in the history of civilization. Each Week—Specials Every Other Friday THE WALNUT TREE Ten Years From Now Roderick—“Father, there’s a black bug on the ceiling.” Mr. Melton—“Well step on it and leave me alone.” , V , Mr. Hatland—“Harry, why do some farmers roll their potato land after plowing it?” Harry W.—“So they can grow mashed potatoes.” St st s Mrs. Glassburn asked the bookkeeping class what would be the first thing they would do if they were accountants in a business house and a fire occured. Marion K.—“Open a fire sale.” ■st st Berneil—“I wouldn’t marry any man. I said ‘No’ to three last week.” La Vonne—“What were they selling?’ st -st , t She—“How come they don’t get married?” He—“She has a slight impediment in her speech.” She—“How sad.” He—“Yeah, she can’t say yes.” ■st st -St Edna (shuddering in the darkness)—“I’d hate to be walking tonight.” Harold R.—“That’s what I thought.” ,« st st Mr. Wells—“What is the use of a carburetor?” Dorothy H.—“That’s where the steam is kept.” 9 2 7 Par e one hundred fifteen CASE POWER FARMING MACHINERY Gas, Oil, and Auto Accessories E. J. CHRISTENSEN Phone L 332 WALNUT, ILL. Our store offers a very wide | assortment of Gifts for the | young graduate. Come in and I look over our stock. J. F. WINGER Jeweler Optometrist ......................................Illllimi.......IIHIimillllllll....Ill Ford Fordson Lincoln Where Service is 100 I The place where I personally I I supervise all repair work, and 1 { guarantee SATISFACTION. Your repair work solicited. F. E. NELICK Proprietor I Walnut Illinois I §THE WALNUT TREE After much excitment Mr. and Mrs. Melton had at last managed to catch the train. Now, when they could sit quietly for a while they began to wonder if they had left anything behind. Suddenly Mrs. Melton shrieked, “Oh, Charles,” she gasped, “I forgot to turn off the electric iron.” “Don’t worry, darling,” replied Mr. Melton, “nothing will burn. I forgot to turn off the shower bath.” Ruth Forney—“Yes, I’m continually breaking into song.” Edna G.—“H’m. If you’d once get the key you wouldn’t have to Helen M.—“I’ve just paid a fourth visit to the beauty parlor today.” Marvin S.—“Funny they can’t serve their customers.” Mrs. Glassburn—“I will not answer any questions during this exam. Adrian B.—“Good, neither will I.” , , jt break in.” , ,• . : ,« , Vance P.—“Did you have your hair cut?” Raymond P.—“No I washed it and it shrank.” ,« v A scientist great I am I’ve found perpetual motion at last, Just watch for Cathryn Quilter, And the seeking for it will be past. : J Wells (at cafeteria)—“There’s a fly in my coffee.” Miss Monier—“Don’t worry, it won’t drink much.” 19 2 7 Page one hundred neventeen Andersen’s Tire Shop Goodyear Service Station | GAS OIL TIRES I Accessories and SERVICE Arlie Andersen, Prop. WALNUT ILLINOIS j I Ford Garage Repair Shop j Oxy-acetylene welding a specialty Good Work Right Prices Prompt Service L. B. JACOBS otherwise “Jake” “If it’s new, we have it” Clothing Shoes j Hats and Furnishings Better clothes for less money 1 Lieser’s Cash Clothes Shop I I W. F. KEITHAHN | The Grocer I Walnut Illinois I Walnut Illinois THE WALNUT TREE Donald—“Why are you wearing your trousers wrong side out?” Jimmy—“Going to a party tonight and I wanna take the bag outa the knees.” .4 jt J Grocer—“So you want a job eh? Do you ever tell lies?” Kenneth H.—“No, but I can learn.” , , v«t Harvey M.—“How long do I have to wait for a shave?” Barber—‘About two years, sonny.” J -j4 Sailor—“They have just dropped the anchor.” Helen B.—“I just knew they would. It’s been hanging over the side all the time.” ,4 4 J Miss Babbit—“Everett, what is Zinc?’ Everett P.—“That’s the French pronunciation for think.” j -.4 ..4 Miss Mason—“Can you prove that the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the square of the two sides of this triangle?” Richard B.—“I don’t have to prove it. I’ll admit it.” , -J4 ,4 Miss Babbit—“Isn’t it rather difficult to eat soup with a mustache?” Mr. Wells—“Yes, it is quite a strain.” .4 ,4 ..4 Marion K.—“Oh, I wish the Lord had made me a man.” Jeff L.—“He did, I’m the man.” -.4 .4 j4 Imogene R.—“If I asked you to kiss me on the cheek, which one would you choose?” George T.—“I’d hesitate a long while between them.” ,4 4 , Miss Babbit—“Elvin, ask Jeff a question which everyone should know.” • $ Elvin—“Jeff, what time is it? 19 2 7 Page one hundred nineteen E. J. ROSS Founded by Wm. Wilson in 1890 Subscription, $2.00 per Year in advance Cash Store The Walnut Leader E. C. Wilson, Editor | I Leading Advertising Medium i § of Northern Bureau County Quick Sales Small Profits Artistic Job Printing A SPECIALTY Walnut Illinois liiiMimiiiiii R. A. Tuckerman Company The Best of Furniture and Hardware TRADE AT HOME Peterson Bakery Means Money Kept in the Community Service Above Self | BREAD ROLLS BUNS and PASTRY FRESH DAILY Walnut, Illinois Walnut Tmiiiiiiiiimiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimmimiiimiiiiiii Illinois THE WALNUT TREE A Genuine Surprise Mr. Hatland—“Charles, what would you do if I gave you a million dollars?” Chuck O.—“I’d be surprised.” .4 ..4 .4 Mr. Wells—“Name the four tastes.” Cecil C.—“Bitter, sweet, nice and nasty.’ v v , Edwin W.—‘ Say John, what’s the difference between opportunity and your P'ord?” John F.—“I dunno, Ed, what is it?” Edwin—“Opportunity only knocks once.” ,4 ,4 ,4 Marion Kiser says that the height of embarrassment is two eyes meeting through a key hole. How do you know, Marion? • In he came, Down he sot. Saw the question, Up he got. jt ..4 „4 Zero In Advertising The following sign appeared on the balcony of the gym during the carnival. “Coffee and a roll downstairs—10c.” ,4 ,4 ,4 A Modern Student Mr. Kofoed—“I’m surprised that you can’t tell me the date that Columbus discovered America. Lee, what does the heading of the chapter say ?” Lee B.—“Columbus, 1492.” Mr. Kofoed—“Did you ever see that before?” Lee—“ Yes, but I always thought that was his telephone number.” , v His Choice Miss Babbit—“Spell ferment and give its definition.” Ray P.—“F-e-r-m-e-n-t, to work.” Miss Babbit—“Correct; Now use it in a sentence.” Ray—“In the summer I would rather go swimmin’ than ferment in the schoolhouse.” . ................................................................................... l_l 111111 • ■ 1111111111 •!, I (1,111 (11, J. M. ARNOLD REXALL DRUG STORE SCHOOL BOOKS AND SUPPLIES W. W. SHIFFLET PLUMBING HEATING and TIN WORK 1! FRANK GRAMPP CO. Buyers of j Poultry, Eggs and Cream Higher prices and courteous treatment assured Walnut, Illinois Burkle’s Garage Auto Repairing of All Kinds Accessories and Oils Excellent Service State Licensed Plumber No. 87 Walnut Illinois WALNUT ILLINOIS T?VER seeking to serve and satisfy, has been _ and shall continue to be the guiding spirit of the organization to whom you entrusted the engraving of this annual. Peoria Engraving Co. Pioneer Engraven of Central lUinoie Artists, Engravers, Elcctrotvpers, Catalogue and Color Plate Makers 101 Main Street Pcona. Illinois Printed by The Benton Review Shop Annual Specialists, Fowler, Indiana 1 I | H. G. KEIGWIN | 1 H. J. WALLIS 1 “The Booster Breeder” j = | Pure Bred Chester Whites f i i Stock Sale State j j for Every Fair I i Sale Winter Winners POULTRY, EGGS { { CREAM AND ICE | | £ S Champions = I at The National Swine | | Show Phone 762 Walnut, 111. f i | | | Walnut Illinois ! iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiMiiiiiiiiimMiiiiiimniiiMiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHn'i mu mmmmmm mm mm = | 1 Marland Pressure i i j Gasoline ! BURKE’S I E i for No Knock 1 More Miles More Power I { { Less Carbon Groceries and Less Dilution j 1 Quick Starting i i And no greater cost Quality 1 to you. | 1 1 1 Walnut Oil Co. j iiiiiniM mi min iiiiini mini mu iiiiiiiiiiii,i milm,mm||||||m|||||||||| |( nun man BURKE LIVEY’S CITY MEAT MARKET All Kinds of Fresh and Salted Meats Fresh Fish Every Friday Your Trade Will Be Appreciated Walnut Walnut The Work of Gods Mrs. Glassburn—“What would you call a man who hid behind a wo-’s skirt?” Jeff L.—“I would call him a magician.” j Workmen—“Hey, get off that cement. Can’t you see it’s all wet?” Evelyn G.—“Oh, that’s all right I have my galoshes on.” ,« j Mr. Melton—‘ Why are you late George?” George S.—“The bell rang before I got here, Sir.” In this issue of THE WALNUT TREE we have confined our advertising to Walnut. These men whose ads you have read have made it possible for you to have this edition of the Annual, with the added feature of improved covers. Please patronize our advertisers; they are progressive up-to-date business men who are vitally interested in the welfare of the community. Mention The Walnut Tree. WE THANK YOU Students For your fine cooperation—for articles you have written (and rewritten) for your poetical inspirations, for your contributions to our jokes— conscience and otherwise—for your snap readily given—“ ’n everything.” We Thank You Faculty All of you for your interest, and you, our special advisers, for your guidance and constant help. ■ We Thank You Advertiser Friends For your interest in our work and your generous share in making our book possible and for the ads given us. THE THE WALNUT TREE AUTOGRAPHS THE WALNUT TREE AUTOGRAPHS 19 2 7 Page one hundred twenty-eight