Ashtabula High School - Dart Yearbook (Ashtabula, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1917 volume:

THE DART Nineteen Hundred and Seventeen Commencement Number Published by The Senior Class A. H. S. Ashtabula, Ohio ©ebtcatton To MRS. J. H. MORTON and MR. J. W. THALMAN In token of our appreciation of their supervision of the “Dart” and their hearty interest in all the undertakings of the Class of Nineteen-Seventeen, this volume is dedicated. Contents; Staff Picture.........................................Page 4 Class Pictures........................................Page 5 Snapshots.............................................Page 16 Class Poem............................................Page 17 Senior Play...........................................Page 18 In Memoriam ...................................... Page 20 Class History.........................................Page 21 Class Prophecy........................................Page 22 True Patriotism.......................................Page 25 The Transformation....................................Page 29 Just an Accident......................................Page 32 Glee Clubs............................................Page 34 Debate................................................Page 35 English Department....................................Page 36 Latin Department......................................Page 42 German Department.....................................Page 44 Junior High...........................................Page 45 Junior Class History..................................Page 46 Sophomore Class History...............................Page 48 Freshman Class History................................Page 49 Manual Training.......................................Page 50 Domestic Science......................................Page 51 Alumni................................................Page 52 Athletics.............................................Page 53 Jokes.................................................Page 58 - V m ■ — ----:— THE DART STAFF THE DART Senior Class - 1917 ANDERSON, SARA “We will answer all things faithfully.” BECHTOL, MARY “As sweet and musical As bright Apollo’s lute.” BEITER, PEARL “She looks as clear as morning roses newly washed with dew.” BELLIOS, CHRIST Give me a good education.” BENTLEY, CASSIE Whose words all ears took captive.” BRITCHER, HELEN “If music be the food of love, play on.” BURKE, HOWARD “Every man has his fault and honesty is his.” CAMPBELL. MORRIS “Seven hundred pounds and possibilities are good gifts.” 5 THE DART CARLSON, EDITH “Be patient for the world is broad and wide.” COOPER. LEONA “Most generous and free from all contriving.” COVERT, CECIL “To bear all, smooth and even. COWIN, LAWRENCE “I’ll put a girdle round the earth in forty minutes.” CROSS, GEORGE “He was a gentleman on whom I built an absolute trust.” CULLEY, RALPH In the very May morn of his youth, Ripe for exploits and mighty enterprises.” DICKINSON, JOHN “Brevity is the soul of wit.” DICKSON, FRANCIS “A merrier man I never spent an hour’s talk withal.” 6 THE DART DORMAN, ETHEL “Good phrases are surely, and everywhere very commendable.” DUCRO, GEORGE “Suit the action to the word, and the word to the action.” GARY. HAROLD “He was ever precise in promise keeping.” CRONQUIST, JOHN “Away with him. away with him! he speaks Latin.” GROTEMAT, THELMA “So wise, so young, they say, do never live long.” HARRINGTON, RUTH “Those about her, from her shall read the perfect ways of honour.” 7 THE DART HAYFORD, CARRIE “How poor arc they, that have not patience. HEIL, RALPH Things done well. And with a care, exempt themselves from fear.” HENRY, ARLENE “Hanging and wiving go by destiny.” HOGAN, PAUL “O, what men dare do! what men may do! what men daily do, not knowing what they do! HUBBARD, PHEBE “The grass stoops not, She treads on it so light. HUBBARD, RUTH ‘Her very silence and her patience speak.” JEROME, FORREST “I am the very pink of courtesy.” JOHNSON, HAROLD “He reads much; He is a great observer and he looks Quite through the deeds of men.” 8 THE DART JOHNSON. MARY “In maiden meditation, fancy free.” KANE, THOMAS “0, he was gentle, mild, and virtuous.” KITSON, FORREST “The kindest man, the best conditioned and unwearied spirit In doing courtesies.” KNOW ETON, NEIL But kindness, nobler ever than revenge.” KRAUSE, LOUISE “Give me leave to speak my mind.” LANG, ESTHER “I am sure care's an enemy to life.” LEVIN, REBECCA “Of a free and open nature.” LISHNER, PAULINE “In all things we will show our duty. 9 THE DART LOUIS, ARTHUR “To be honest is to be one man picked out of ten thousand.” MANTELL, WILLIAM “Buy thou the cottage, pasture and flock. MAYNARD, CLARENCE “I'll warrant him heart-whole.” McBRIDE, BERYL “0 heavens! were man But constant, he were perfect.” McDaniels, mary “The hand that hath made you fair hath made you good.” MENDELSOHN, MORRIS “They laugh that win. METCALF, LAURA “No day without a deed to crown it. MINER, CLARENCE “ ’Tis death to me to be at enmity.” 10 THE DART MOHILEWSKY, HYMAN “The dauntless spirit of resolution.” MORRIS, BARBARA “See where she comes, apparel like the spring Grace is her subjects.” MORRIS, EDWARD “No legacy is as rich as honesty.” MULLIN, RUTH “I’ll speak in a monstrous little voice.” NILES, MARY “The fair, the chaste, and unexpressive she.” PAYNE, MYRTLE “For never anything can be amiss When simpleness and duty tender it.” RAINNIE, WILLIAM “Truth is truth to the end of reckoning.” RASEY, LAUREL “Exceeding wise, fair spoken, and persuading.” 11 THE DART REEBEL, EVA “An admirable musician! O, she will sing the savageness out of a bear.” RUSSELL, LAWRENCE “Let’s go hand in hand, not one before another.” QUIGLEY. ETHEL “Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low.” SALISBURY, MINNIE “Put me in your heart for friend.” SANBORN, CHARLES “The mirror of all courtesy.” SCOTT, WILLIAM “I am strong and lusty.” SCOVILLE, HAROLD “From the crown of his head to the sole of his foot, he is all mirth.” ROBISHAW, HAROLD “So on the tip of his subduing tongue All kinds of arguments and questions deep.” 12 THE DART SEYMOUR, HAZEL “A peace above a 1 earthly dignities A still and quiet conscience.” SHARPE, EUNICE ‘ She that was ever fair and never proud.” � SHIYA, GEORGE “1 dare do all that may become a man; Who dares do more is none.” SIEGFRIED. RUDOLF “Men of few words are the best men. SILL. MARGARET “Nor is the wide world ignorant of her worth.” SPRAGUE. DOROTHY “Methinks 1 would not grow so fast, Because sweet flowers are slow, and weeds make haste.” STEWART, MARIAN “Too early seen unknown, and known too late.” STEWART WALTER “Cupid is a knavish lad Thus to make poor females mad.” 13 THE DART STRONG, LUCY “Sweets to the sweet; farewell!” TKACH, ARTHUR “A very honest-hearted fellow.” TAYLOR, FLORENCE “A good heart is worth gold.” VARCKETTE, PHILIP “I can keep honest counsel.” VIALL. ALINE “A traveler! by my faith!” VISCONTY, VICTOR “Some men are born great.” 14 THE DART WOODWORTH, LLOYD “Glad of other men’s good.” WARREN, THEODORE “Shall I not take mine ease in mine inn?” OFFICERS OF THE CLASS OF 1917. President.........................................Harold Robishaw Vice-President.......................................Ralph Culley Secretary and Treasurer...........................Harold Johnson COLORS—Purple and White. FLOWER—White Rose. MOTTO—'“Courage Surmounts All Difficulties.” 15 THE DART CLASS POEM I followed a pathway that led up a hill, Even as men are wont to climb. And I wandered on, year in. year out. Thickets of Math were on each side. Such as the trail could scarce divide; Again, deep, dark, mysterious woods Of Latin seemed to bar my way And set me wondering. Who first had trod the lonely path? Who there had striven before my time For knowledge and for light? And when, too, had he cleared this path— In going up or coming down? Rut no—not coming down, I said. For education once acquired Can ne’er be filched away. There is no coming back When once the mountain tract's explored. And then I saw my useless part, And shame and sorrow filled my heart. I seemed to see the monks of old With patient toil preserve the centuries’ lore. And now it almost desecration seems. The indifferent way some of us romp. Like thoughtless children gay, Along their paths of serious service. Those scholars old of nations long forgot Left us their wisdom and their hope. Time undermined their long-drawn theories And men their trails abandoned, Leaving to each generation new A nearer and a clearer path thru knowledge. Classmates: As we mount to the summit of High School days, It is with wonder that we look both ways. The past, dim. fading, ne’er forgot, The future—grander heights we hope to win. And as in zeal you serve the state, Remember that each service then shall mean The triumph and the worth of “Seventeen. FRANCIS DICKSON. CLASS OF '17 I Four years ago we started in for a High School education. With high resolves, with prospects bright, and spirit as foundation. We struggled on with might and main and now the compensation For Latin, Deutsch and History is this, our graduation. “Chorus Oh! we are the class of seventeen. With “Courage” we’ll win success; An honor be to our A. H. S. For we’ll ever do our best. Our colors, the purple and the white. For purity and for might. But still one more will we add to this. True Blue for our A. H. S. II Well do we know that to our Profs we were an aggravation, And sometimes there did seem to be a real live complication. Ah! how those memories pain us, and we beg consideration. For we were young and heedless then, unused to arbitration. III Oh! A. H. S., so dear to us, our own dear Alma Mater, You stand for right, for strength, for might, you teach us not to falter So let us in our lives be true and faithful to our motto. An honor to our High School be, our own dear Alma Mater. MARY A. BECHTOL. 17 THE SENIOR PLAY THE DART SENIOR PLAY Third—Beginning of Act III On Friday evening. April 20, 1917, the Senior class presented “The Colonel’s Maid,” a Southern play. The Senior class had excellent talent with which to work, but the play would not have been as great a success without the faithful efforts of Mrs. Manford Warren, under whose direction it was produced. PROGRAM The Colonel’s Maid Colonel Rudd.........Francis Dickson Colonel Byrd.............Ralph Culley Marjorie Byrd..................Cassie Bentley Robert Rudd ...................Walter Stewart Mrs. J. John Carroll . .Beryl McBride Julia Carroll........Phebe Hubbard Ned Graydon........Harold Robishaw Mr. James Baskom . . . .George Shiya Ching-ah-Ling........Harold Scoville Synopsis Act I—Early morning in kitchen of the Rudd bachelor establishment. Act II—The lawn in front of Colonel Rudd’s homestead, five days later. Act III—The same, evening of same day. Specialties First—Between Acts I and II “Southern Melodies.” Hawaiian Players R. Siegfried J. Dickinson R. Jenkins H. Hall Second—Beginning of Act II “Where the Blacy-Eyed Susans Grow.” Phebe Hubbard and Chorus. Mr. Hubbard Mr. Sweet Mr. Stewart Mr. Rainnie Mr- Maynard Mr. F. Rogers Mr. N. Rogers Mr. Knowlton “POOR BUTTERFLY” Eva Reebel Miss Morris Miss Lang Miss Viall Miss Dorman Miss Krause Miss Britcher Miss McDaniels Miss Hubbard Miss Seymour Miss Johnson Miss Bechtol Miss Niles and Chorus Mr. Dickinson Mr. Kitson Mr. Farrow Mr. Co win Mr. Knowlton Mr. Sanborn Mr. Louis Mr. Rasey Mr. Hubbard Mr- Rainnie Mr. Johnson Mr. Siegfried James “Bob’s parents are so particular about his education.” Arthur—“I low’s that?” James “Why, they want his teacher to excuse him from taking improper fractions.” Ex. Here's to the Freshmen, so young and such dears They'll bring 'em in go-carts in a couple of years. —Ex. “Mamma, win did you marry papa: “So you've begun to wonder, too?” B. II. (reading Virgil) “Three times I strove to throw my arms about' and that is as far as I got. Miss Moser.” Miss Moser “Indeed?” Teacher “Edwin, you look sleepy. How long were you in bed this morning?” Edwin Oberg “Oh about six feet, three.” Wade J. “Say. George, if you don't cut that out you'll be Shiya round here.” 19 3)n itlemonam Harriet Davis, who entered 11 i h School in September 1913, passed away July 13, 1914, having completed the first year’s work. Harold Barnum, a member of the Class of 1917, died March 25, 1915. THE DART Log of the Class of 1917 MARGARET SILL Twas in the fall of 1913 when the good ship A. H. S. set out from the harbor of Ignorance, on the Sea of High School Life- There were one hundred, twenty-five of us on the lowest deck and we were registered as steerage passengers. Of course the passengers on the upper decks taunted and derided us, though there was little reason for such action, because, under the watchful care of Miss Richards, Miss Botzum, and Mr. Patton, we gave evidence of our worth. In June we en-tered the danger zone and the crew warned us of the deadly missiles of unseen enemies, known as low grades. Most of us heeded the advice and escaped with our lives, but a few of us were unprepared and were consequently lost in the sea. In September of the same year, after a vacation pleasantly passed on the isle of Idle-a-while, we boarded the boat with great eagerness. Mr. Townsend, our pilot, had given us our rooms on the second deck, for this trip. The steerage passengers this year were even more numerous than we had been, and we took great delight in teasing them about their freshness, the great salon and elected officers, the great solon and elected officers, choosing as our colors, purple and white. Often after that, we might have seen the second deck gayly adorned with our banners. Frequently literary societies’ meetings were held on board, and ’tis said the passengers of the second deck did very well in this line. This year a few of us were drowned by the waters of examinations, but we were still a goodly number when we stopped for the summer on the Peninsula of Recreation. Three months later the A. H. S. steamed away from the Peninsula with the Class of 1917 assigned to the third deck. All through our journey the ship had been found inadequate for the number of its passengers, so it was with joy that we learned that a new ship was under construction for us in the docks. During the year the crew visited it and they brought us glowing reports of its splendors. Visitors on board noticed the hard work that was going on. but social life was not forgotten on Hallow’een eve, when a party was given in Charles Sanborn's apartments. Third deck passengers took their part in debates, glee clubs, athletics, and other ship affairs, and their mates were made proud. The time we had long anticipated now arrived, and immediately after spring vacation we took possession of our new ship. At first, all the passengers, first-class and steerage, alike, were bewildered, but soon we became acquainted with our boat- In May came the reception of the third deck passengers for their so-called superiors of the first class. The reception was given in the ship’s cabin, which was beautifully decorated in the colors of the guests and hosts. The close of the year brought us near the Isthmus of Anticipation, and ’twas here we disembarked for the summer’s rest from ship activities. When for the last time we boarded the A. H. S. it was with much happiness at being back, yet in the far corners of our minds we realized that another year we would not be here and our places would be taken by others. We were the first-class passengers now, and those below us regarded us with fitting awe. The members of the 21 THE DART crew, under whose charge we were placed, were Mrs. Morton and Miss Warmington, who have been particularly able advisers. At the very beginning of the voyage Mr. Thalman came to be our pilot, and a very capable one he has proved himself to be. Evidences of our faithful work were shown in our Honor Roll, which was exceptionally large. Our only social event was the Hallow’een party which was held in the cabin of the boat. The last of January the weather became very rough, but the sturdy A. H- S. weathered the storms of examinations and very few of us were washed overboard. The Dart, this year, was under our management and we trust we have upheld the high standard set by previous issues. In ship athletics, the boys of the upper deck won the basketball championship. Our representatives in debate made a fine showing and were able to carry off the honors of the two upper decks. All through April our interest was centered in the play which the first-class passengers were to present, and we all feel certain that it was a splendid success. But now our last trip on the A. H. S. is drawing to a close. However, before we reach our destination, there will come joys of the Commencement season, and then the real landing in the beautiful city of Knowledge, whose lights we can now c imly see in the distance. After Fifteen Years LAURA METCALF 17 The children of the primary grades at West Ashtabula, where 1 was a teacher, had just been dismissed, and I was sitting, idly thinking of my own school days now fifteen years passed, when the door opened, and Harold Johnson. City Superintendent of Schools walked in. “Well. Laura, did you ever suppose that fifteen years would make such a difference in our classmates? Wasn’t it good to see so many of them again and to hear from all the rest? That idea of having a class reunion in Ashtabula’s Big Home Week, was surely a good one, thanks to our good old mate, Chief of Police. George Ducro.” “But I guess his assistant, Ruth Harrington, who, by the way, is about to change her name, had as much to do with it as he did. Wasn’t Postmistress Barbara Morris’ idea of making the postoffice our class bureau of information such a help? And Ruth Mullin, being physical trainer for the new Y. W. C. A., gave us so much use of their rooms!” “Yes, and Christ Bellios did himself proud with the banquet he put up for us. Sara Anderson’s rest rooms were headquarters for our classmates all the time.” “All the girls had their hair done by Edith Carlson. She keeps her helpers up to the minute in hair-dressing. Carrie Hayford just put three of the girls in her big dressmaking establishment at the disposal of the girls and wives of our class for pressing and refreshing their dresses throughout the week.” “Didn’t Lawrence Cowin make a dandy manager”? “Yes, you know it takes a society bachelor to know all the pleasant en-tertaining things to do for a crowd. What a week we had! I hardly know which I enjoyed most, the trip to Ethel Dorman’s Model Farm on Bunker Hill or the one to William Scott’s Ohio 22 THE DART Farmer's Experiment Station on the Jefferson road. Oh! and I liked Cecil Covert’s prize lecture on “Pure Milk for Better Babies.” He is head of the milk department for all the state experiment stations, you know. “I guess Bill Wood, who is making good as a traveling salesman, spent most of his time in the ladies’ department of Grotemat, Burke, and Gron-quist. By the way, Thelma is going to resign her management of the Ladies’ Department. Howard Burke is to keep the Men’s Department, and John Gron-quist is to take over the Ladies’ Department with the children’s.” “I was surprised to see Leona Cooper looking so young and happy.” “Why shoud you be, Harold?” “Oh. I don’t know, but when she married that little redheaded Say-brook man, I rather thought life would be a hum-drum affair for her. But she was about the happiest and best looking girl there. Well, you see, Harold, that proves that a peaceful, country home life is the best beauti-fier” “But, did you hear that Mary Johnson and Harold Robishaw had pooled their money and had bought out Carlisle Co., and were going to call the new firm Robishaw Co.? Think of that!” “And wasn’t it great that the Bech-tol, Beiter Circus was in town? George Cross certainly makes a splendid manager. All Mary and Pearl have to do is to sit at home and spend the money. Didn’t we have a good time at their special performance? And would you ever have believed that Harold Gary would make such a master clown? Weren’t his hits on the class good.” “Isn’t it nice that Dorothy Sprague has secured the new position of Dancing Professor in Glenville High School, Cleveland? Myrtle Payne, Superintendent of the hospital, reserved a room in case it was needed, but luckily all went well. And, by-the-way, have you seen Architect Minnie Salisbury’s plans for the new hospital? They are simply great.” “Yes, and the contract was awarded to William Rainnie. Say, wasn’t his response to the toast. Our Athletes, fine? That song at the end just touched the spot.” “Too bad our famous debaters couldn’t have been here, but they are in a city in California. You know they are to vote on the question of equal suffrage for the men. George Shiya and Laurel Rasey are arguing for it, and Margaret Sill and Eunice Sharp against it. Margaret and Eunice are afraid the state will go wet again, if the men win out. You see there are enough women voters in California to disfranchise all who voted wet last fall. When the election was held, Marion Stewart was the principal lawyer in the case.” “I’m glad that Cassie Bentley, Phebe Hubbard and Helen Britcher could get here for the reunion day. They were having a week’s stand in Cleveland, but their manager, Forrest Jerome, was able to cancel one concert.” “I read a letter Aline Viall, New York’s most fashionable matron, had written to Ruth Hubbard, who is the best city manager Cleveland ever had. She said that Philip Varckette, the new United States immigration distributor, was missing, but that Lucy Strong, the best and most daring detective in the U. S. was on the case, and that Ralph Culley, United States’ chief secret service aviator, was on the job, so that they hoped to find him soon.” “John Dickinson, chief wireless op- 23 THE DART erator at Washington, is in daily communication with Clarence Miner, minister to Lapland, and Charles Farrow, minister to England, about his disappearance. Charles is also in communication with Arthur Tkach, secretary to the Russian president. They rather expect to find Varckette in Russia or Siberia.” “She also said that Victor Visconty bad perfected his passenger cable line to Italy, and that Theodore Warren was in New York lecturing on ‘Reform’ and ‘Clean National Politics.’ ” “I had not seen Florence Taylor for years. She is Court stenographer at Mercer, Pennsylvania.” ‘‘Abigail Wescott has a game-bird farm at Conneaut Lake. She says it is very interesting work. I thought Hazel Seymour seemed very much devoted to her bass soloist husband. She is manager for his company you know.” ‘‘Isn’t it fine that Eva Reebel and Harold Scoville give one evening’s receipts every week to German-Am-erican war orphans? My! Can’t they sing? They are a team in evening entertainments.” ‘‘Pauline Lishner and Rebecca Levin are very successful in their girls’ school in New York. They seemed glad to see Ashtabula again.” ‘‘Clarence Maynard said he was just back from Australia. He has finished his explorations, but is going back to take up a ranch. Arthur Louis and William Mantell are going also as they have purchased a sheep ranch there. Beryl McBride and Mary McDaniels go by the same boat. They are to be missionaries to the natives of the interior. Someone said Charles Sanborn had resigned his management of the National Base Ball league and was going to Australia, too.” “Rudolf Siegfried is still making violins and ukeleles, and sometimes condescends to teach the buyers of his instruments to play them.” “Walter Stewart hasn’t changed a bit, even if he is the youngest bishop of the Methodist church and called ‘The Silver-Tongued Bishop.’ ” “Morris Campbell and Forest Kit-son were certainly kept busy showing off their new gyroscopic car line to West Ashtabula. You knew they are to extend it to the Harbor next year.” Doesn’t it seem funny to think of Francis Dickson as rector of St. James church in Cleveland, and Louise Krause and Esther Lang as settlement workers in his parish?” “And did you know that Lawrence Russell was going back to Germany as chief civil engineer to the new President? and that Arlene Henry was going to Germany, also?” “Bane Fassula, though a graduate of Yale, has accepted a position as Professor of Modern Languages. He seemed glad to be here again ” “And can you imagine anything funnier than our faces when we saw Ralph Heil, grown so stout, 240 pounds they say. And a family of beautiful daughters! Neil Knowlton could have found some pretty good famous subjects for hs cartoons in the “Independent’ right here at our reunion, couldn’t he?” “Paul Hogan, barber to the President of the United States, and Thomas Kane, his secretary, came through from Washington in one day in an aeroplane. How would you like the trip?” “No, thanks, but speaking of trips, Lloyd Woodworth got stalled with his auto the other night. Ran out of gasoline. He just took a bottle of pop and a bottle of ten cent perfume which he (Continued to Page 31) 24 THE DART TRUE PATRIOTISM GEORGE SHIYA, 17 American Consulate, Buenos Ayres, Argentina. April 18. '17- Dr. James I). Madison. President University of America, Boston, Mass. My dear Doctor: Inasmuch as your recommendations with reference to the selection of competent scholars for government service have been of invaluable aid to us, I take the liberty of calling upon you for another favor. To be brief, we are at present in urgent need of an efficient young man, with some training in consular work to act as private secretary. It will be unnecessary for me to go into further detail as regards other qualifications the applicant must have, for they are undoubtedly only too familiar to you. However, I wish to state, that in view of the present crisis which confronts the nation, it will be of the utmost importance that the person in question be a true patriot; one whose patriotism is unquestionable and above reproach. Incidentally, the position, besides paying a comfortable salary, leads to a consulship. Confiding in your ability to select such a scholar, and greatly appreciating any effort you may make in the matter, I remain Yours sincerely, R. C. Benton, American Consul at Buenos Ayres. So read the letter in the hands of Dr. Madison, who now leaned back from his desk, turned in his swivel chair, and looked out at the campus of the renowned University of America. There during the recess hour hundreds of stalwart young men in the prime of manhood, moved to and fro, while as many others stood about in groups, discussing various topics, ranging from college activities to the latest development in the war situation. Suddenly, the doctor’s grim countenance lighted up, and, mopping his brow as if he had found a solution to the question before him, he laid the letter aside and proceeded to peruse the mail remaining before him- “So you believe, Dick, there is no possibility of immediate peace?” “It is my personal opinion, of course, but you see, Phyl, the Germans may be under the impression that we have already given the allies material aid, and not until they feel that our entrance into the war has gravely changed the situation will they yield.” “But it is distressing to think of the number of lives it may cost us to bring this terrible war to an end, Dick.” “Yes, that is to be deplored, Phyl, but when one reflects upon the outcome of the struggle, I mean the probable elimination of monarchies, and the establishment of democracy in those countries, where the lives of millions of people are made miserable by the oppressive rule of a few tryants, one can not help but believe that the cause is a most worthy one, and that lives given up in such a cause are certainly not lost in vain.” “Dad holds the same opinion on the question as you do, Dick. He appears 25 THE DART to be somewhat worried, since Congress declared war, and he has been attending various patriotic meetings for the last few evenings. Blit, to change the subject, 1 want to congratulate you on your success in the intercollegiate oratory contest.” “Merci. merci. ma’mselle.” It was one of our friend’s traits to use French when embarrassed. “Furthermore,” continued Phyl. “I have learned that several members of the faculty commented very favorably on your speech. Dr- Madison himself remarked that the university had much reason to be proud of you.” And indeed it had. for Dick Prescott was a self made man. He had just completed the high school commercial course when his father died, leaving him and his widowed mother but a meager income. But this unfortunate event did not deter Dick from carrying out his plans of attending a university. He decided to work his way thru as a stenographer and in this way he had been successful. Although not possessed of a striking personality, he had a genial disposition, a frank countenance, and, all in all. was a youth pleasant to behold. Among the many friends Dick had made during his four years at the university, Professor Shoultz, head of the business administration department, was the man to whom he felt most deeply indebted- This worthy gentleman had taken an interest in the boy since his arrival at the school, and by securing employment for him during his leisure time, had enabled the lad to carry on his work without interruption. In the meantime, Dick had met and had become acquainted with Phyllis Shoultz, the professor’s only daughter, one of the most popular girls at the university. A warm friendship had grown up between the two. It was while they were on one of their customary afternoon promenades, that the above conversation took place. After various other topics of mutual interest had been discussed, the pair arrived at the Shoultz home, whereupon Dick took his leave, and walked back toward the school grounds. It was nearly dark as he crossed the campus, intent on repairing to the dining hall. At this moment he saw Dr. Madison coming toward him. “Just a moment, Mr. Prescott,” the Doctor said, “can you spare time to do an errand for me?” “Certainly, sir. What can I do?” was the rejoinder. “I left a small, gray-covered pamphlet with Mr. Shoultz which I shall have occasion to use this evening at Glenville where I am to lecture. Most likely it is in his desk to which you may have access by these keys. Now if you can reach me at the house with the book, before six o’clock. I’ll be greatly indebted to you, Mr. Prescott ” “I'll do it. sir. You can depend upon me.” “Thank you, my boy,” and with that Doctor Madison turned and walked briskly away, while Dick hurriedly made for the main hall. On reaching Professor Shoultz’ room, he turned on the lights, succeeded in opening the desk, found the pamphlet and was about to close the drawer, when a peculiar sight greeted his eyes. There, uncovered by the book, lay three or four small hand drawn maps, neatly dotted and labelled in German characters and word signs. On closer scrutiny, Dick discovered the maps to be nothing less than drawings of Boston Harbor, and the dots and peculiarly shaped lines served evidently to represent the exact location of mines and nets disseminated about the port. 26 THE DART Dick could scarcely believe his eyes. Me took the papers out of the drawer, but as he did so, a small yellow slip of paper fell to the floor. This he at once picked up and. sure enough, there was a cipher message on it which read as follows: Your Excellency: These are preliminary sketches. As soon as I obtain more definite information. which I have every reason to believe is forthcoming in a few days, 1 will forward same to you at once. You may rely upon me. P. A. S. Dick was fairly amazed- Could it be possible? Who could ever conceive that Professor Shoultz, a man of unquestionable honor and integrity, an ardent advocate of preparedness, a teacher who devoted entire recitation periods to talks on patriotism and the sterling worth of that quality, a patriot who declared the U. S. infallible in its undertakings, because of its true democracy, could be a German spy? Still the proof was there, and ample proof. Moreover, was not Mr. Shoultz of German ancestry? Was it not probable that he was attempting to conceal his real motives by playing the role of a true citizen? Why, just that afternoon Phyllis had remarked that her father had been attending various meetings of late; meetings of secret agents of the Kaiser, perhaps. While these thoughts flashed thru Dick's troubled mind, he stood motionless under the streaming light, staring at the papers before him. An intruder at that moment would have adjudged him insane from the expression of mental agony which marked his countenance. Suddenly he looked up. his face flushing red. “No, no,” he murmured, “it cannot be. The professor is too noble, too honest, too sincere to be guilty of double-dealing.” He rebuked himself for entertaining such opinions of one who had done him nothing but kindness, one whose advice and coaching had not only made a university education a possibility for him but had also enabled him to make a name for himself there. And, besides, how could he so soon forget his devotion to Phyllis and her kindness to him? So came the appeal from his heart. But as he glanced at the papers again, he thought of the possible destruction and disaster which might result should they come into the possession of the enemy. They would prove a veritable menace to his country to which he was duly bound by the strongest bonds of patriotism- And what might not be the ultimate result were such a shrewd man as the professor, allowed to play freely on unsuspecting American officials and men of affairs in whose care the safety of the nation was entrusted? FI is duty as an American was to report his finding to the proper authorities, regardless of how the consequences might bear on his private affairs. So ran the dictates of his conscience. Rut there was no time to spare. Dr. Madison would now be waiting. The dead quiet of the room was broken only by the rhythmic ticking of the clock on the wall. The train would be due in a short time. His heart beat fast. Could he not let the matter drop for the present, speak to the professor personally and induce him to give up his daring plans? A slight pause. No, no, that would never do. More intrigue and plotting would be the outcome. There was only one way out. It was inevitable. He must inform Dr. Madison of his discovery. And so the battle royal which had been fiercely waged between his heart and his conscience culminated in a victory for the latter. 27 THE DART In a youth of Dick Prescott’s calibre, that was bound to be the outcome. After chapel, the next morning, Dick Prescott was summoned to report to Dr. Madison’s office. It was a bright day, the sun shone brilliantly, while the cool spring breeze glided softly thru the tops of the trees, which shaded the campus, swaying them to and fro in rhythmic motion. But Dick’s pale, gaunt and haggard countenance was by no means in keeping with nature at this particular time. It rather denoted that this worthy individual had enjoyed no repose or slumber that night; in fact, it indicated that he had indulged in profound meditation, much after the fashion of a solitary monk in a lonely glen. Indeed, he had considered many schemes whereby he planned to travel far away where he would be a total stranger, or he would go to Europe and end it all on the German frontier. He would attempt anything, but never would he have the temerity to face the professor. Thanks to the prearranged engagement to see Dr. Madison the next morning, none of these plans had been carried into effect. As Dick entered the doctor’s office, the latter stood up, and, with a bow, asked him to be seated. “To get right down to the point, Mr. Prescott, have you made any plans as to the work you will take up on leaving school ?” Dick was bewildered, to say the least- This was not the subject he was prepared to discuss with the Doctor. (Why as he remembered it, he was to tell in detail of the mysterious plans he had found in Professor Shoultz’ desk.) Hadn’t the doctor remarked that he would have the professor watched untill enough evidence had been obtained to convict him? “Why don’t you speak, my boy, you’re not ill are you?” asked the doctor. Dick, however, was not disposed to tell of his latest plans. “No, sir, I have no definite idea at present.” “Mr. Shoultz informs me you are taking up consular service. Are you interested in that work?” Dick started at the name but managed to say, “Yes, sir. I am very much interested in it.” The doctor now arose, opened a letter file and pulling out a letter bearing the stamp of the American consul at Buenos Ayres, he handed it to Dick. “Would such a position appeal to you. Mr. Prescott?” “Why, why I don’t understand,” he stammered. “I’ll make it plain.” said the doctor, smiling. “You’ve noticed the reference made to patriotism in the letter?” Dick nodded. “Well, I’m glad to say you’ve passed the true patriotism test, my boy. As to the other qualifications, I do not believe you are wanting. The professor is no more a German spy than I am-It was a bogus test.” Had a bomb exploded at Dick’s feet, he would not have been more shocked. “I’ll admit it was rather severe,” continued the Doctor, “but I knew you would not fail.” A merry group was seated in the Shoultz’ parlor that evening. Dick Prescott was the object of the merriment, but he also seemed to enjoy the fun immensely. He had accepted the position and had planned to leave shortly for his new post. “And to think,” said Phyllis, “that you, dad. would agree to such a plan?” “I simply had to,” was the rejoinder. “The Doctor insisted and would not have it any other way.” 28 THE DART THE TRANSFORMATION HAROLD JOHNSON. 17 “Yes,” continued Vandall, “as usual, our victory was complete, but this time it was more so. We gradually raised the prices on all the foodstuffs under our control until our profits were well over seventy per cent. People must eat, so they couldn’t resist the higher prices; and, furthermore, it wouldn’t have done them much good to resist, for we are the most powerful trust in the field and we would have forced them to terms in the end. There is some talk of a government investigation, but we have arranged it so that nothing annoying will happen. 1 tell you. I’m proud to control such a powerful body of great men.” Mrs. Vandall thoughtfully surveyed the smiling features of her husband. It was not often that Alton Vandall smiled, and, even in the fairness of her mind, Mrs- Vandall could not admit that her husband’s stern and greed-marked face was improved by the lurking contortion which intensified his harsh features. “Alton,” she said, “I don’t know much about the affairs of finance, and I’m not acquainted with the codes or rules by which you men are governed; but I do know that in gaining a few million dollars you have caused untold suffering among the poor. Perhaps 1 should be proud and rejoice in what you call a victory, but I can not find it in my heart to do so. I don’t want to throw cold water on your triumph, but read this paper and you will see what I mean.” With a muttered curse the husband, now scowling instead of smiling. glanced at New York’s leading daily paper and read as follows: “Poor suffer on account of greed of money kings. Alton Vandall and his trust raise prices on food. Food riots in city. Government investigation impending.” A column and a half was devoted to this topic and Vandall was denounced in such terms that he gurgled and choked with rage as he read. Accompanying the article was a cartoon vividedly showing the misery and wretchedness which existed among those who were not able to buy the food which was now so expensive that it was far beyond their frugal means. Vandall angrily tore the paper into a hundred pieces and cast it into the open fireplace. “Fools!” he cried, “They’re all fools and jealous dogs. If we had let them in on the deal they would now be hailing us as great kings of finance, but just because I, with a few trusty lieutenants, chose to fight and win my own battle, they condemn me and bring in that time-worn joke about abusing the poor. Bosh! They just imagine that the people can’t buy food. They’re too stingy; that’s all. Abusing the downtrodden! Rot! Those newspaper men have to make a living in some way or other, so they work on the sympathy of the people at large and paint a sad picture of something that never happened. Well, I’ve won out and no one has suffered at my hands, so let them rave.” So saying, the angry Vandall hastily left the room and departed for his club on Broadway. 29 THE DART As her husband left her. Mrs. Van-dall hastened to her room and there burst into tears, for. in spite of Van-dall’s greed, and meanness and violent temper. Mrs. Vandall still loved him, and prayed for his redemption. Vandall remained at his club until late into the night, during which time he proceeded to drown his rage in wine, and he succeeded to such an extent that two club members escorted him home. Silently entering the house so as not to encounter Mrs. Vandall or any of the servants, these two Good Samaritans seated Vandall in a huge chair before the open fireplace, and turning off the electric lights, quickly withdrew, leaving the financier in a stupefied state in the fire-shadowed room. An hour passed by and as yet no one had disturbed the money king. Vainly he struggled to review the events of the day in his dazed mind, but clear thoughts would not come. Failing in his attempts to think clearly, he gave it up, and soon he was in the meshes of a troubled sleep. Suddenly Vandall gave a start and opened his eyes. There was danger in the room, something within seemed to warn him of that. He tried to laugh and shake off the feeling of dread which was rapidly overpowering him. but it was useless. Something terrible from which there was no escape was about to happen, of that the money king was certain. As if sensing the source of danger, Vandall gazed into the fireplace at the flickering flames which cast awesome shadows about the room. In horror he saw the little fiery tongues dart forth and in glaring letters form the three significant words. “You are doomed.” At the same time, from a distant corner of the room, the soft ticking of a huge clock came thru the breathless stillness, and. as if reading the message of the flames, it whispered, “You are doomed.” Vandall could not move; his eyes glared and his tongue stuck to the roof of his mouth. As if held under a spell he continued to watch the dancing flames, and as the ominous words vanished, he again saw a transformation taking place, and before him nov arose a scene of pitiful desolation and wretchedness. Hundreds of starving men. women, and children passed before the financier. Ragged, pale and hollow-cheeked they were—tottering, trembling old men and women, weakly crying infants, sobbing mothers, and husbands, with their last feeble breath cursing the greedy men who were responsible for their misery. With pathetically appealing eyes the masses gazed at Vandall, then one by one the wretched beings fell to earth and with a great heart-rending sob they vanished from sight. Little streams of perspiration flowed down Vandall’s horrified countenance; he struggled to arise, but some unknown force held him powerless; his heart throbbed madly in his breast and his throat was dry and parched, yet he continued to gaze in fascination at the fireplace. Now into view came an old woman whose ghastly and withered countenance struck terror to the unfortunate spectator’s heart. Merciful heavens! could she be human? was not this apparition a scowling death head sent to torment and terrify him? But no—she looked strangely familiar; Vandall had seen her before, but where? Ah, yes; she was the prominent figure in the accursed cartoon which he had denounced a few hours before. So the 30 THE DART paper did not lie—he and his trust had caused suffering among the poor and they were little better than murderers. King of finance! What irony! —king of murderers had he better be called. Now he was to be paid in full for his wrongs. Slowly the terrible figure advanced, and with each step forward she gained in size and hideousness. When she was a short distance away from the horrified Vandall, she stopped, and towering above him. gazed at him with accusing eyes. Not a word was spoken, not a sound was heard. Why did she not speak? why did she not move? why did she not end it all and wreak vengeance on him? Anything would be better than this. Suddenly the creature raised her bony fists and with terrific force brought them down upon Vandall’s forehead. With a shriek he fell to the floor and all was again still. Sixty hours later Alton Vandall opened his eyes, and in feeble amazement discovered that he was in his bed. and that bending over him were his anxious wife and the family physician. Dr. Gregg. Suddenly the money king remembered. “Martha, he weakly whispered, “have they gone? With teai s streaming down her cheeks. Mrs. Vandall glanced at the haggard face before her. She did not know to whom her husband was referring, but she did know that the crisis was passed and that he had come back to her from that terrible sleep into which he had fallen. “Yes, dear, she murmured with trembling voice, “they have gone. With a sigh of relief Vandall closed his eyes in peaceful slumber. Two weeks later a certain million- aire unfolded New York’s leading newspaper and on the second page read these headlines: “Unknown person becomes benefactor of poor. New York millionaire donates two million dollars to associated charities. Name is kept secret. The reader heard a slight noise behind him and turned to find his wife regarding him with loving eyes. With outstretched arms she advanced. “Alton, she said, “I’m so glad! AFTER FIFTEEN YEARS (Continued From Page 24) happened to have along and mixed it with two parts water and ran his car back to town. He is getting a patent on the fluid now. “That’s not quite up to Edward Morris’ latest patent. You know he has a beauty parlor in Cincinnati. He has just patented a cream for preserving pink cheeks. “Morris Mendelsohn has been appointed tailor to the ladies of the White House. We had talked so fast that we had not realized it was growing late until Mary Niles, who is Professor of Latin at Lake Erie College, and who just now was visiting me, came in and said, “I thought I was to meet you at the car line at 4 o’clock. It is just 4:30 now. “Goodness! exclaimed our noted Superintendent, “I am late for School Board meeting. Good afternoon. Miss Niles. Good afternoon. Miss Metcalf. She shrilled wildly at him. He reached over and grabbed her. shook her pitilessly and then threw her on her face. Her very hands trembled, end her screams died to mere mumblings. He then pulled the covers closer and said, “Now, I guess you’ll be quiet. Miss Alarm Clock. Ex. 31 THE DART JUST AN ACCIDENT RALPH CULLEY It was .just an accident such as might befall any ordinary young man, but it proved to be a particularly fortunate accident for James Meade- “Jim,” as his friends called him. and his chum. Bob Daring, were working as ore-samplers at the largest iron ore-receiving dock on the Great Lakes. Bob’s father was well-to-do and was putting him thru college, but he insisted that Bob must work. Mr. Daring was a successful manufacturer, who. having worked his way up from the bottom, knew the value of training in good hard work and in taking orders. Jim’s parents were of a humbler station in life and he was working his way thru college. When, at the end of their Sophomore year. Jim told Bob that he had secured a position as ore-sampler and that there was another vacancy in the same crew. Bob accepted his invitation to work with him during the summer vacation, for they were inseparable chums. The young men had been at work now for a month and were becoming used to the dangers and thrills of their jobs. They had to go aboard the boats that drew up to the docks, and as soon as the machines had dug into a hatch for six feet or more, the samplers went into the pit, dug in the ore by the bucket, and with a little scoop and a can. took the first sample. When the machines had dug the ore out to the bottom, or nearly so, the men were required to take another sample. They could not get more than three or four scoopfuls in the can before the bucket would come dangling down out of the air, and they would have to run to get out of the pit. for the bucket, which weighed a ton or two, was likely to drop any place. Sometimes the ore would be quite wet, and the bucket would dig almost to the bottom and very little of the ore would cave off; then, all of a sudden, thirty or forty tons of ore would cave off the side of the pit and come sliding down. A man must be very careful not to be caught by one of these slides, for the operator of the bucket is seated in a little car seventy-five feet above the boat and cannot see what is happening to the sampler, even if he should get caught in under the bucket; especially is this true, if he happens to be working on a dark night and if the boat is poorly lighted. But Bob and Jim had become accustomed to such little things, and were getting bolder and more daring, especially Bob, who was all that his last name indicates. On this night in question they had been sent to work half of a boat, one of the largest on the lakes. They were to sample the ore in the last sixteen hatches- As they walked along after climbing aboard, they met some well-dressed gentlemen going forward. “Ah,” said Bob as they passed the party, “We have some ‘High Moguls’ aboard this evening.” “Never mind the ‘High Moguls.’ Throw those cans down and get down there and sweep off the quarter-deck; and step lively and get those first two rounds. We’re late.” Jim said sharply. “I’m going aft to get a lantern. Do you see the poor lights we’ve got to work under?” 32 THE DART “All right, ‘Captain,’” said Bob. Jim came below presently without a lantern. “Mate said he didn’t have any light for us,” growled Bob. “And in the last two hatches there’s not a single light. When you take the last round back there, you be careful. This is ‘Melrose’ and wet and heavy, and 1 just saw the last machine haul out a lump as big as a man’s body. One like that would crush you to a frazzle if it should fall on you.” “All right. ‘Deacon,’ I’ll watch my steps,” replied Bob. Jim was uneasy all the time, for there was no use in denying that Bob was careless. Several times when he had taken a sample, and. on returning to the quarter-deck, had found Bob missing, he would walk back aft along the quarter-deck to see if he were all right- Finally, there were but two more rounds to take and Jim took his first. On returning to the quarter-deck, he found Bob gone and having dumped the ore out of his can preparatory to pounding it up, he went back aft. For some reason he felt uneasy. Looking down the boat as he passed back he could not see Bob, and suddenly it occurred to him that he must be working in the last hatch, and he knew that it was darker than pitch down there. He remembered having seen the bucket go up as he started aft, and he hurried along swiftly. As he walked he could see the walls of ore in the pit of hatch thirty-two, standing up fully fifteen feet high. Passing thru thirty-one, he saw the high wall slip just a little. He jumped for thirty-two and yelled, “Bob.” But he was too late. When he looked down into the hold, there lay Bob, one leg buried under a lump, weighing easily a thousand pounds. The bucket had just dumped its load and was already rolling back over the boat, making such a noise in letting out its cables that it would be impossible for the operator to hear. Something must be done immediately, that was plain, but what could he do with his bare hands against a load as large as that? In desperation he looked around for something to move it with —a crowbar or pipe or anything, but he could see nothing. So he leaped from the quarter-deck and alighting, picked himself up and scrambled towards Bob. As he neared him someone shouted, “Look out below,” but Jim paid no attention. He did not know what he would do, but he felt that he must try. Of a sudden something struck with a clang beside him. It bounded as it hit the ore, and with a leap of joy, Jim grabbed it. It was a heavy crowbar. He thrust it under the lump and he seemed endowed with gigantic power as he rolled it off from Bob’s leg. He snatched up Bob and rushed with him toward the end of the pit. As he attempted to climb the side of the pit. he heard the bucket hit the ore at the other end. Jim dropped Bob and fell against the side of the pit. Dully he realized that the bucket did not pick up. The next thing he realized, he was lying stretched out on the deck tops of thirty-two, and someone was talking. “I saw the boy jump into the pit, so I stepped closer to the side of the hatch to watch him. I saw the slide start, and I stood tongue-tied as it rushed upon him. Then I picked up a bar and tried to jump but I could not. I seemed rooted to the spot. The next thing I knew that lad was down there rushing at that rock. The best thing I could do was to throw him the bar. I tell you he is a plucky one- It was a “High Mogul” speaking, and, as he finished, he turned towards Jim. “How are you. my boy?” he said, seeing that Jim was conscious. “Oh. I’m all right. Just a little tired,” said Jim. “My boy, that was the bravest thing I ever saw,” said the “High Mogul.” “My name is Wright, John Wright. What is yours?” A week later Jim dropped in on his folks at home. “Well, Dad and Mother,” he said, “I don’t have to work any more while I’m going to college. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to loaf. I am to have a week in which to rest up a bit” “How is that?” exclaimed his father as Jim kissed his mother. “Oh, just an accident,” said Jim. 33 THE DART THE BOYS’ GLEE CLUB 1916-1917 At the beginning of the school year, last September, it was known that Ashtabula High School would have a Boys’ Glee club. The supervisor in music, Mr. Harold Compton, promised us a minstrel show. We had a fine, big crowd of workers and a mighty fine bunch of voices. During the first part of the year, no specific work in singing was taken up. This was, in a way. a test of the fellows’ voices; that is, so that they could be placed. Later on an individual test was given to each part, tenor and bass, in order to ascertain whether there were any fellows singing or trying to sing high tenor who should be singing low bass and vice versa. But now began the work for our first entertainment. It, of course, was the big Minstrel Show. This you all saw or heard about, so I will not take up space by telling it. It really showed what a well organized glee club can do. The work meant long and tedious practices, songs and jokes to be learned, and regular attendance. The fellows entered into all these with true Ashtabula spirit. There were very few, if any, meetings when fellows were not at practice- It was all the more credit to the boys as it came during the busiest part of the basketball season. The hard work put confidence into the club and gave it prestige. People began to expect good work from the organization. As soon as the Minstrel show was over, the regular work was taken up again. The club is now preparing for the Commencement exercises. Mr. Compton has picked out some very fine music for this occasion, and we are working with vim to make it a success. And so it seems that, taking everything into consideration, the club has every rea- son to feel roud of its work. To the Senior members, who will soon leave us to take up their college work, or some work, we, the members of the lower classes, offer our best wishes for success in years to come. The officers of the Glee Club are: President, Harry Hall, Vice President, Buckley Hubbard, Secretary and Treasurer, Walter Stewart. B. W. JENKINS ,18 THE GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB One of the most successful departments in the High School this year is the Girls’ Glee Club. It consists of two clubs, the Senior club in which Juniors and Seniors only are eligible, and the Junior club, whose members are Sophomores and Freshmen. Mr. Compton, supervisor of music in the public schools, directs both clubs. A It ho the Senior Glee Club gives splendid concerts annually, the one this year excelled any of them. Under Mr. Compton’s direction, the girls presented the sacred cantata, “Bethlehem.” The Misses Eva Reebel, Mary Rainnie, and Martha Sodegrin sang the solo parts and Dorothy Wilsey and Cassie Bentley read the Bible story of the birth of Christ. The officers of the Senior Glee Club are; President, Ruth Harrington; Vice-President, Margaret Russell; Secretary, Margaret Sill; Accompanist, Ruth Pepple. The Junior Glee Club has not made its public appearance yet, but probably will next year. The girls of this club have very attractive silver pins, as have the members of the Senior club. The officers of the club are: President, Elizabeth King; Vice- president. Magdelena Boyd; Secretary Pauline Kiester and Accompanist, Mary McAuliffe. CASSIE P. BENTLEY. 34 THE DART DEBATES Ruth Harrington The debating season in Ashtabula was opened when the annual Junior-Senior debate was held on February 20, 1917. The question debated was, “Resolved: That the United States Should Establish a Court for Settlement by Arbitration, of all Labor Disputes.” The Seniors: George Shiya, Harold Robishaw with Ruth Harrington as alternate, having the negative side, defeated the Juniors; Wade Jenkins, Mac Crosby, with Genevea Ducro as alternate. The decision was unanimous in favor of the negative. The judges were Rev. C. W. Flewelling, Fred Hogue, and C. J. Starkey, all of this city. The Shaw High Debating Team and the A. H. S. Team clashed in the High School auditorium in this city, on Friday, April 27, 1917. The subject was the same as that debated at tne Junior-Senior, with “Constitutionality conceded.” Shaw taking the affirmative and A. H. S. the negative. The decision was 2 to 1 in favor of the affirmative. This side was upheld by Elmer Babin, Margaret McCaslin and Don Leet with Clark Olney as alternate. The home team consisted of George Shiya, Ruth Harrington, Harold Robishaw and Mac Crosby as alternate. The speakers for A. H. S. were all Seniors, so next year Mac Crosby alone is left to uphold the honor of our school. According to the way Mac has worked this year we will be well represented in 1918. The team was coached by Mr. Downer, a member of the faculty, who is to be commended for his faithful efforts. The High School was well represented at the debate, but the people of Ashtabula should be especially praised for their loyal support. 35 THE DART j XNELI5H|| ENGLISH IN GENERAL English in our High School is regarded as an important subject, and so it ought to be in all High Schools; for what is more necessary to a person than a clear understanding of his own language? You will agree with me when I say that no matter what a person does in life, in order to succeed he must have command of his native language. “English”, therefore, is a practical subject- And are not the practical matters in life what persons are more and more looking for nowadays? A. H. S. students are required to take English in their Freshmen, Sophomore, and Senior years. In the Junior year alone it is elective. During these years various lines of language and literature are taken up. There are two main objects of English in school: the first is to give command of correct and clear English, written and oral; the second is to give one the ability to read with accuracy, intelligence and appreciation. The first requires instruction in grammar and composition. The written exercises consist of letter writing, narration, description, exposition and argument. All these points come under the head of Rhetoric and are studied in the first and second years. This is intended to give the student practice in the leading types of prose composition and to familiarize him with the fundamental principles of Rhetoric, so that a foundation for all English work may be established. In these two years the students are required to write at least one theme a week. The second object is brought about by the study of literature. Some book is chosen for intensive study. This may be a classic, drama, essay or poem. Usually at least one play is studied each year- This shows us how a play is constructed and leads us as near to real life as it is possible for the printed page to do. Shakespeare’s plays seem to be preferred, and why should they not be? Has anything greater been produced? The study of essays gives us not only an exposition of the best thought, but also an idea of how an essay should be written. Are there not always times when we could use this knowledge to advantage? Poetry is another department of the English work. We study many different poems. They may be short ones or they may be a whole book. Good poetry is able to express high ideals, in beauty and in morals. We begin to realize that poetry is saying the most beautiful things in the most beautiful way when we read: He prayeth best, who loveth best 36 THE DART All things both great and small; For the dear Lord who loveth us. He made and loveth all.” Ancient Mariner—Coleridge, or. “Man am I grown, a man’s work must I do. Follow the deer? follow the Christ, the King, Live pure, speak true, right wrong. follow the King— Else wherefore born?” Idylls of the King—Tennyson. In this study of literature notable passages are committed to memory. Also, the important facts in the lives of the authors are taken up, and their place in literary history. Beside the intensive study there is a book for class reading. This book is read and talked about in class, but is not studied so deeply as the other. Every semester a pupil is given his choice from a list of three or four books, or perhaps more. He reads this chosen work at home and then is given a test on it at school. This shows a pupil what he can get out of a book in reading it by himself- The main purpose in this part of the English work is to develop a taste for good literature and the habit of intelligent reading. In the last two years we have English and American Literature. These acquaint us with the lives of authors, their writings and the connection of outside matters with the character of the literature. This completes our brief outline, to which we add: “Here’s to the continued success of English in Ashtabula High School!” SPEECH BETTERMENT The week beginning April 9, we had what we called English week. In Chapel Exercises on Monday morning several of our English teachers talked to us about the importance of using good English. A special feature of this week was speech betterment. In many states this has been tried and proved to be successful. During this week everyone was to listen for mistakes in pronunciation and grammar not only from the pupils but also the teachers. Of course they were expected to obtain very few from their educated instructors. Before school they were to write the mistakes in the home room and the name of the offender. This was carried on with great success and many persons were more careful about what they said that week, and have been ever since, than they ever had been before. ORAL ENGLISH A convincing manner of speaking is a very valuable asset, because speech is the great medium of intercourse in the commercial, social, political and intellectual life of the world. All the acts and undertakings of life, whether in the conduct of business, the regulation of domestic affairs, the performance of our public duties, or our personal conduct as members of a community, involve the questions of good English. How often we see a person arise at some public gathering to give a talk and, although he knows just what he wishes to say, he hesitates, and stammers; he becomes so nearly incoherent that it is impossible to get the thought he wishes to convey. This is due, primarily, to the fact that he is not in practice. The business or professional man, or, in fact, any man whose business brings him in contact with other persons, must have a good command of English and an effective way of expressing himself, because it is only through his exposition and the way in which he presents his propositions that he becomes successful. 37 THE DART One of the chief aims of the English Course of A. H. S. is to give the student the practice which will enable him to appear before a gathering and give an effective talk on a particular topic without getting stage-fright. It is a very curious fact that we are not afraid of any particular individual in the gathering, but the presence of a group of persons seems to shorten our breath and compel us to fashion our words, as it were, out of raw cotton. In our English department we are getting practice in Oral English in several ways. In English recitations, we acquire considerable practice along this line. The old method of answering a single question is being rapidly done away with and the plan of discussing a topic in general is being adopted. This plan has resulted in enabling the student to speak correctly and with perfect ease. Self-confidence, which is so essential in the development of a good speaker is another outcome of this plan. Perhaps the most valuable aid that is derived is that of daily repetition, which is also a requisite to good speech. Through our morning exercises and literary societies, those who desire additional practice are are enabled to show their skill and ability in oral English. Colleges and other institutions of learning are awakening to the fact that time should not be given to athletics and sports alone, but also to oratory and debating. In this phase of Oral English, Ashtabula High, ranks second to none. Colleges are holding oratorical contests and organizing debating societies for the primary purpose of encouraging students to reveal their ability and bring into activity and recognition their mental possibilities. Seize upon every opportunity to use Oral English—who knows but what you are another Lincoln, another Webster, another Clay, or another Wilson? THE DART “The Dart” is, in reality, a unit by itself, and entirely apart from the various other High School activities. The success of “The Dart” is, however, dependent partly, if not wholly, on the benefits derived from the English department, by the students who in turn compose it. A paper would not be complete without good stories, good essays, and editorials. Could good stories, essays or editorials be written without some knowledge of composition? The ability to write good stories and essays is acquired only through the practice secured in the English Course. “The Dart” is the means through which the public is enabled to see what is being done in A. H. S. Parents take great interest in the activities of their children. Through the pages of “The Dart”, they may see the part their children are playing in the life of the school. Hence if “The Dart” is to be a medium of revelation between the public and the High School, we should strive to make it a true representative of the very best in the High School. Through the advertisements of “The Dart”, the student’s attention is directed to the business men of the city. We would urge the student-body to show their appreciation by giving them their patronage. Through our Alumni department we can keep in touch with the activities of our graduates and the success they are having in the world. Through our exchange department we are enabled to see what other schools are doing and thus profit by their examples. It is not our intention to let any other school get ahead of A. H. S. and the knowledge of other schools is attained only through the exchanging of school periodicals. The student derives many benefits from “The Dart”. He is given an op- 38 THE DART portunity to display his literary ability, which might have otherwise been left dormant. Prize story contests are held and the student strives to receive the honor of writing the best story. This, of course, encourages him and creates in him the desire to attain greater honors in writing. Great enthusiasm is aroused by the publication of the honor roll in “The Dart”. If a student finds he has missed the honor roll by a point or two he will determine to do better next time. Again, if two students are close in the race, a great amount of competition arises- While, on the other hand, if the honor roll was not published, the students would be likely to lose interest in their work; no competition or enthusiasm would arise; they would take it for granted they were making fair progress. Try your skill and write a story, a poem or an essay for “The Dart”— who knows but that you are another Shakespeare, another Milton, another Tennyson, another Poe? THRIFT A movement to introduce the teaching of Thrft in the schools of the country is gaining prominence in the educational world. The recent Thrift Campaign was an educational feature under the direction of the Y. M. C. A. Sixteen large charts were secured from the International Y. M. C. A. Committee of New York City. These charts were put on display in the High Schools of the city and in the various shops and factories-Lectures on Thrift were given in the shops and factories. In the High School, each student of the English department was required to write a one-thousand word essay on this subject. Prizes are to be awarded for the best exposition. The honors have not yet been announced, but the following paper is given as an example of Senior productions. AND SO HE THAT HAD RECEIVED FIVE TALENTS The wood fire flickered and danced in the spacious fireplace of the Char-don House, Hawkes Ledge, Vermont. It crackled and snapped, throwing a ruddy light about the small room. It laughed and sputtered, inspired no doubt, by the small group of cheery faces upon which its light played. It smiled upon these faces, as upon old acquaintances, for indeed these faces had reflected its scarlet light for years. Upon all of the faces was a look of mild contemplation, such as appears upon the faces of persons accustomed to while away the long winter evenings in debate, before the open fire of a country inn. Motionless as figures of red wax, the faces stood out from a room of shadow. The fire alone moved, transferring its motion to the faces about it, animating them with lights and shadows, and yet, producing no effect of faces moving, no more motion than in that of a white path in summer upon which the flecks of sunlight fall thru gently swaying branches. The faces were still, mesmerized by the hypnotic power of the red glare. At length a face spoke. Not a figure turned. The fascination of the firelight was dominant- “It’s blowin’ considerable out. it shore must be howlin’ thru the cut. Labe won’t git over tonight. He wouldn’t come if he could ’cause if he had to stay here, it ’ud put him out fifty cents.” “Mebby if you watched your fifty centses better, you’d have the wad he’s got.” “I wouldn’t want it in his condition. He’s playin Midas’ game and some day he’ll wake up with his digestion turned 39 THE DART to gold, if it ain’t already.” Thus peaceably, discussion started, content settled on the faces of the elders, for peace was a strange visitor in these turbulent times of state, nation, world and universe. A face upon which the fire would shine not many years longer, hushed the preliminary hostilities. “Boys, the way 1 figger, Labe don’t qualify for bein’ a thrifty man. As you say, he got more money than the bunch of us, but he ain’t thrifty. Don’t look at me like that, mebbe you don’t understand what thrift, real thrift, means. Thrift means, near’s I can figger. savin’ all your resources, physical. mental, or financial and usin’ em so’s to get the best service from em that it’s possible to get. Now Laben looks to the financial end of it. There ain’t many folks gettin as many cents from a dollar as Labe is. But, mentally, he’s usually worryin’ fur fear he’ll lose some of his pile. Physically, he’s a wreck and yet I can remember when he was a strappin’ six footer. No Labe ain’t thrifty.” There wouldn’t any of you boys argue that thrift don’t pay, but what’s hard to understand is whether there is such a thing as real thrift, and. if not. what comes the closest to it and does that pay. Thrift in its highest degree ’ud be a hundred per cent efficiency, that’s perfection, and perfection is mighty scarce in this world. But the same way with everything worthwhile, even if no human can reach it, still, the man that leaves his flag the highest up is the man who can really be called a success. Labe carried his flag up pretty high but it won’t stay there. He’s gone boundin’ up this mountain with the rod of financial thrift in his hand, but he’s forgot to take a rope o’ physical thrift fer safety, and bimeby he’ll slip on one o’ them rocks covered with the dew of a rainy day that’s bound to get in the way of most men sooner or later, and down he’ll come with no rope o’ health to grab onto an’ he’s done. It don’t pay to neglect one end of thrift for the sake of another. It’s the nation, as well as the individual, that uses its resources with the least waste that rises, and every nation that ever allowed its land to be wasted, its forest cut without regard for anything but the present, is found one day to be a hollow shell and trouble comes walkin’ along and steps on it. It’s history is finished.” No one spoke for awhile after the old man finished. The fire burned lower, no snapping or crackling now, only the red glow of the embers still plainly lighting the circle of faces. Finally, another face resumed the talk. The listeners did not interrupt tonight as when war or politics formed the topic of discussion. “It seems to me that the war across the ocean illustrates a case of thrift. The nation that saves its men and provisions and makes them last the longest ’ul be the one to win out. They can’t waste men- They take a man that’s all shot to pieces an’ glue him together, stick an arm or leg on him and send ’im back to fight again.” At this moment, the door opened and a wretched traveller staggered in. with a swirl of snow and sleet. His face had been whipped raw by the cold wind while melting snow left it dripping wet. His clothes were old and torn. An old cap was shoved on his shaggy head, his shoes were cracked and patched. He reeked of liquor and filth. The circle turned and watched him as he approached the fire, rubbing his dirty hands. “Can I get a drink here, gentlemen?” he asked huskily. “There’s the faucet.” answered one, 40 THE DART pointing to a small sink. “Thank you,” returned the tramp, without moving. After the group had watched him for a few moments, they turned again to the fire. “There’s John.’’ continued the speaker who had been interrupted, “he is big and strong, his health is perfect and yet he couldn’t keep a cent over Saturday night if he was in jail. He and Labe ought to be partners and yet John ’ill die happy even if he does die poor. Of the two I’d rather be John. Sometimes I think Labe would, too.’’ The tramp crossed to the middle of the group and stood with his back toward the fireplace. His step was firm, his voice clear and strong. “Gentlemen. Labe, I believe, typifies the class of men to whom money is everything. They save and scrimp and ruin their health and their happiness. John, on the other hand, represents the class who save nothing and yet are healthy and apparently happy. And yet, gentlemen, there is a class which is far more pitiable than either of these, far more unhappy, more disgraced. That class consists of men whom nature has endowed with talent, with genius, who have the natural ability to conquer men. to rule the world, to rule posterity, and yet deliberately either do not use their talents at all. or worse, waste and misuse them as John does his money. Gentlemen, I represent that class. My story is brief. I have not always been a bum. I graduated from the best law school in America. I had wonderful ability, my way seemed a path of flowers. And then, gentlemen, I deliberately wasted my talents; the talents which the Lord gave me I used in engineering crooked deals, shady politics, but I paid. God in his wrath, took my talents from me. He not only took my talents but all my worldly possessions. Here I am- Save your money, save your health, above all save your talents and use them wisely. If ever you be tempted to waste your ability for a few moments’ pleasure, a few dollars’ gain, remember the parable of the misused talent.’’ “ ‘And so he that had received five talents, came and brought other five talents, saying. Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents, behold, I have gained besides them, five more. But he which had received the one talent, came and said. Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown and gathering where thou hast not strewed: And I was afraid and went and hid my talent in the earth; lo, these thou hast that is thine. His Lord answered: Take therefore the talent from him and give it unto him which hath ten talents. For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance; but from him that hath not, shall be taken away, even that which he hath.’ ” The tramp stumbled out into the raging night and the fire burned low in the fireplace, yet no one rose to replenish it. RUDOLF SIEGFRIED. Nervous Gentleman (from the country) “Oh, a little lamb and potato will do.” Brisk Waiter (shouting up the restaurant): “One lamb, one potato!” Nervous Gentleman “Waiter, waiter, a little less lamb, please, and and a little more potato.” Tit-bits. “I married for sympathy.” “Well, you have mine.” 41 THE DART It is often our fortune, or rather misfortune, to encounter that I-know-it-all-pest who, with the air of one with vastly superior knowledge, calmly informs us that in studying Latin we are wasting our time by endeavoring to master a dead and buried language. In the most diplomatic terms we usually try to tell said person that he is a backnumber. and that we seriously doubt whether or not he knows that the earth is round. Then, when a heated argument ensues, we discover that our opponent has never studied Latin, or that he has been an unsuccessful student of the language, and now consoles himself for his failure by denouncing one of the most important studies in our schools. When you consider that approximately sixty-five per cent of the words in our English language are derived from Latin roots, you may begin to have a faint idea of the real value of Latin. Again considering this fact, you can see that for anyone to master the English language, he must have some knowledge of Latin; and if he is to have knowledge of this language, of course he must study it. So let us now discard the mistaken idea that to study Latin is to waste time. Latin emphatically is not a dead lan- guage, for if it were, why would it be taught to scholars in almost all the high schools and colleges and other institutions of our modern world? Why do lawyers, doctors, engineers and chemists have vocabularies abounding in Latin words? Why do poets, authors and editors insert famous Latin phrases in their works? And why do we daily utter hundreds of words directly derived from Latin? The answer is that Latin is still very much alive. Who. whether or not he may be a proficient scholar, can study Latin for a year or two and not admire the manner in which superfluous words and phrases are avoided? Every word has a meaning and grammatical construction ; every phrase adds to the thought of the sentence. An English student would be well repaid if he should learn only this one lesson from the study of Latin. Another very important phase of this language is its historical value. Thru Cicero, Ovid, Caesar, Virgil and others, we have become acquainted with practices and customs of the ancient Romans and Italians. We might read the English versions of the above author’s works, but these would not have the charm and quaintness and the value of the originals. 42 THE DART If he who has studied the simple and concise Commentaries of Caesar, the stirring orations of Cicero, and the flowery, rippling rhymes of Virgil, will speak truly, he will surely admit that he has derived great benefit and pleasure from those masters of language; for. although he may often have fretted over some difficult passage or page, there is some indescribable charm in the language which overcomes the harsh thoughts which may have arisen at the time. So. dear friends, whenever you hear anyone denounce Latin in unfair terms, disregard that person, and remember that the Latin language has lived for tens of centuries, and that it will continue to live for tens of centuries longer. HAROLD JOHNSON '17. METRICAL TRANSLATION Harold Johnson '17. Mercury the royal father’s will obeyed; Then to his feet he bound his sandals gold. Which bear him high o’er field and glade. Outstripping winds and tempests bold. Next, the magic wand he takes. That gives him power o’er spirits pale; With this the spell of death he breaks, Or sends sad souls to sleep’s calm vale. Now to the god in flight on high The rugged Atlas comes in view. On whose broad shoulders rests the sky— From whose cold chin great streams ensue. Both wind and rain with great black clouds, Assail and lash his furrowed brow; His trunk, a cloak of snow enshrouds. And on his cheeks iced bristles grow. Here first, while poised on balanced wings, Cyllenius with grace alights; And to the flood his body flings. Like a sea gull when a fish it sights. And so ’twixt earth and sky he flies With breathless speed to Libya’s shores, Where soon Aeneas he espies— To whom the message he outpours. RUMOR Mary Johnson Forthwith, the goddess of scandal, swifter than whom there is no one, Sweeps through the cities of Libya, skilled on account of her practice; First undertaking quite slowly, then, lifting herself to the heavens, She hides her head in the clouds and steals along the earth’s surface. Earth, enraged by the wrath of the gods, was the mother of this one. Swift on her feet and with most agile wings, the sister of giants, And, as they tell, (though strange to be said) a portentous, great monster Whose eyes, tongues, mouths, number the same as her feathers, and for Every mouth she pricks up an ear. At night she sails ’twixt Heaven and earth, never closing her eyes in sweet slumber. By day On heights, towers or roof-tops she dwells as a guard, telling false news, Ever-changing reports, more than tidings of truth, relating How Aeneas, a Trojan, had come, with whom Dido united. How forgetful of kingdoms and held spellbound by passion They enjoyed the long winter together. These things, Rumor, Loathsome goddess, joyfully pours into ears of all humans. 43 THE DART The object of studying German is to teach the students to read and understand German more than to speak it, although speaking German is quite essential. also. When students go to college, their study of German proves to be very valuable, especially in the study of chemistry and physics where it is sometimes necessary to use the original formulas devised by famous German professors. Another object is to be able to read and understand German literature and poetry which are very interesting and beautiful. In the first year of the study of German. the grammar and conversation work are based on Allyn and Bacon’s New German Grammar, as a text- This year the German classes have succeeded in covering this work in time to read a short German story in addition to the regular work. The second year work is more interesting than the work of the first year. At the beginning of the year we read Immensee, Germelshausen and Der Lindenbaum, three short but intensely interesting stories. The next book we read was Willkommen in Deutschland, a book which is very practical, because it contains the words in most common use in the present day. It is a story of a family starting from America to visit Germany. They visit all the historical and noted places, which gives the readers a fair impression of what the country is like. It tells of the customs, schools and colleges, and is written in a very pleasant way. It is almost as beneficial as a trip to Germany. The last book, which the German classes read is Hoher als die Kirche. On Monday the German newspapers for the past week are brought to school, and each student selects a topic of interest to present to the class in German on Tuesday. This work has been especially interesting and profitable. A German play, “Einer Muss Heira-ten”, was presented before the entire school. The persons who took part were from the second year German classes. This was a very amusing play and was easily understood by all. UNSRE NEUE SCHULE Hast du unsre Schule gesehen Unsre Schule so schon und so neu? Und die Schuler die darin stehen Die sind unsrer Schule sehr treu. Sie lernen so gut in den Klassen, Sie spielen so gut auf dem Feld, Sie Konnen Gedichte verfassen. In dem Schauspiele war einer ein Held. Hast du unsre “Seniors” gesehen Unsre “Seniors” so klug und so fein? Ihre Nammen. wo werden sie stehen? An der Spitze, da mussen sie sein- 44 THE DART JUNIOR HIGH NOTES. I. N Salisbury. Principal. Alice Duly, History. Lillie Newman, Algebra and Arithmetic. Dorothy Beidler. lgebra and Latin. Nellie Crandall. English. Mary Richards, English. Hazel Boltorf, Algebra and Arithmetic. Jessie Ross. History. Charlotte Henry, Geography and A rithmetic. HONOR ROLL FOR THE YEAR Marian Anderson John Belknap Gordon Burwell Lawrence CautTield Mabel Eddy Dorothy Grover Elizabeth Hubbard llildur Johnson Clarence Kennedy Rcnhart Levin Jennie Mendelsohn Marion Mills Barbara Mosier Agnes Peterson George Baser Kathryn Seymoui Lucile Sharp Lola Slebbins John Stevens Gertrude Taylor Sylvia Wirtanen The students of Junior High have taken a very lively interest in athletics this year. An athletic association has been formed to stimulate interest and help in financing the activity. There are eighty members. A small fee is charged. The pupils in grades below Junior High have supported the baseball teams enthusiastically. In order that these students may play baseball, a league has been organized along the same lines as in other years. 'Pile league is composed of five clubs thus re presenting each section of the city. Each one of these clubs is formed by joining students in the different grade buildings with students of Junior High who come from that section of the city. The officers elected from our school Chestnut Captain. Ray Morgan; Manager. John Stevens. Division Captain, Carl Larson; Manager, Alfred Guarnieri. Prospect Manager. Leo M. McMahon. Station Captain. Edwin Green; Manager. Herbert Kunz. 'Pile boys and girls have had physical training in the A. II. S. gymnasium. 'Pile students also have had classes in calisthenics, taught by Miss Perry, four days out of each week The first class party of the eighth grades was held April 2. in the Domestic Science rooms and the gymnasium of the new High school. A picnic supper was served to two hundred. In the evening a social time was spent playing games, which Miss Perry directed. The students of Junior High are taking an active part in the Fairy Festival to be given May IS at Ruin Field. Every student is to have part. There are to be twenty-five Red Cross nurses, fifty girls for a wand drill, and others to carry modern inventions in the parade. Others are to represent the “Spirit of and soldiers, and sailors. The graduating class of Junior High will give the Pied Piper of Hamelin in the form of an operetta for the commencement program. There will be one hundred and sixty members in this class. ELIZABETH HUBBARD. Cecil C. “What's the relation between vinegar and its mother?” Christ B. “The same as that between the cork of a champagne bottle and its ‘pop.’ “Say. Rill, when did Washington first take a carriage?” Rill “Gee. I don't know.” Buster II. “When lie took a ‘hack’ at his father's cherry tree.” are: 45 THE D A R T JUNIOR Serve. The. St ... -zr Lady Diana, in her full glory, peeped from behind a fleecy cloud lo see what v as happening down on the beach. There she saw a party of Junior girls sitting around a dim campfire roasting bacon. They were laughing and talking so loudly that she thought they would better be watched. She changed her mind, however, and tried to jump into her hiding place without being seen. She was not quick enough, though, for the curlv-haired girl cried. “O, girls did you notice the moon? The way she hurried back of that cloud makes me think of the time that I hurried out of the Seniors' room. It was the first day of school and I was a timid, little Freshie. Helving faithfully upon a Sophomore, I asked where the Freshman room was. I found myself in a room of dignified Seniors, and hor-hor stricken, made a hasty retreat.” Lady Diana had accidently overheard this speech. She was becoming curious and wanted to hear about Ibis class of 1918, so she stopped and actually eavesdropped. “That first day of school was a trying one, she heard a blue-eyed girl say. “Everyone laughed at 11s and we got so excited.” “Do you remember our first exams? a rosy cheeked girl chimed in. ... 0 • a chorus of voices exclaimed ,U‘ (T 1 1 worry about anything so, I ’ tinned the rosv-cheeked girl, with u 1 mouth half full of bread and bacon. «‘ r one gray hair now which came ( me the day before our Latin exam.” , )lu ves said a short chubby girl. . v organized our class for the first time last year. es. and Pat Rogers was president, remarked the curlv-haired one. Dh. didn't we have the grandest time at our Sophomore class party? exclaimed the girl with the blue eyes. We were packed into the auto truck like sardines.” 'And the way we yelled going up Main street! said curly locks. “All the inhabitants of the city knew that we wore the colors of the Sophomore class.” Lady Diana could well imagine how much noise they made. The girls were now laughing and all talking at once, recalling the excellent time they had had and how good the pumpkin pie and cider were. “When did we move into the new building? asked the chubby girl. “It was the first of April,” the blue eyed maid answered. And so they talked about their Sophomore year; about basket ball, football THE and oilier things of interest to them. The fire was getting low so they put on some more wood. Soon the wood was crackling and the lire blazing. “And now we are Juniors. the rosy cheeked girl went on to say. “How fast time flies! We’ll be Seniors soon and then —” “Oh, don't forget the Junior Hallowe'en party!'' exclaimed the maid with the blue eyes. “That was the best one yet!” “Oh, yes! Everyone was mnsqued and what a lime we did have! cried the Ireckled-face lass excitedly. “There was something doing every minute. And what a nice, long ride, over the hills to Carson!’’ the chubby girl said. “Mac Crosby is certainly a good president. said the curly-haired one. “Yes,” said the freckled-faced maid. “And don't you think yellow and white are pretty for our colors? And don't you adore yellow roses? All the girls agreed with her. “It is too bad the Junior debaters didn't win. Anyway they are to be congratulated on their good, hard work, said blue-eyes. “Some of our boys surely starred in athletics this year, didn't they? asked curlv-locks. “And we are proud of them, aren't we?’’ In answer, the girls gave nine rails for each boy who had served the school in athletics. This seemed to be a distinguished characteristic of this class. They startled Lady Diana so that she jumped so high her head popped up over a cloud. “Too bad the boys didn't get the class championship in basket ball. said the chubby girl. “Yes, smiled the blue-eyed lassie. “But aren't you glad that we girls won the class basket ball championship?'' DART • “Oh, certainly, yes. replied the chubby one. Then Hie girls planned for the Junior-Senior reception, which they hoped would be a great success. Soon the fire died out and the girls started for their homes. Lady Diana fell a little bit guilty, so she came out from her hiding place and lent her lantern to the maidens. Thus she heard the history of the class of 1918. Rl’BY SPRING. THE SONG OF THE LANDMAN I long for the life on the briny deep Where the winds rush pure and free; And the waves in joyous abandon leap O’er the plain of the azure sea. I long for the foam and the splashing spray— The tinge of salt in the air. I sigh for the beauty of heaven’s blue dome, With glorious splendor rare. Yes, give me the life on the billowy deep. Where the hand of God spreads wide; And the hopes of the seaman madly sweep On the flood of the rushing tide. For ’tis here that the voice of Nature calls. Where the winds rush pure and free, And my soul with the waves in abandon leaps O’er the plain of the azure sea- —’17 Senior “It's one o’clock now. That’s early for me to get in. Just then the clock strikes four. Freshie “Mv, how that clock stutters!''- Ex. “A splendid speaker, yes. Rut as a thinker, is lie sound? “Why. he's all sound” 47 THE DART I Ring the good old school bell, hoys, let’s sing another song; Smg it with a spirit that will start the town along; Sing it as we used to sing it two hundred I-'reshies strong. Before we came to he he Sophomores. II How the students shouted when we came upon the scene. I hev said. “Such verdant freshie folks we ne'er before have seen. Our worth, our brains, and courage, too, were hidden 'nenlli the green. Before we came to he Sophomores. III Yes. and there were teachers, too, whose eyes filled up with tears. As they saw our monster class, the largest in years, I hey thought we’d give them anxious hours, but groundless were their fears. Before we came to be Sophomores. IV And all that year Prof. Diet-e-rich was terribly afraid. Those frisky Freshmen hoys and girls will never make the grade. But almost everyone marched through. 48 with banners flying brave. That's how we came to he Sophomores. V With glorious autumn's next return, school days again came round. And in our fine new high school home we all our places found. And soon 'Iwas seen that gay '19 in talent did abound. Since we had come to be Sophomores. VI Ip music's realm our brilliant class at once assumed the lead. With sweet voiced songsters, violins, and soloists n the reed; On gridiron and in basketball our fame is great indeed. Since we have come to he Sophomores. VII Class meetings now were next in line, and these soon were begun; Our officers were chosen and our plans made for some fun. Old rose and while” our colors are, which colors never “run” Since we have come to be Sophomores. VIII On Hallowe'en we took a ride, to Bed Brook Inn we went; By motor car and auto truck we were on pleasure bent. (Continued to page 50.) THE DART Monday. Sept. 11. '17 One hundred and eighty-seven green, insignificant little Freshies arrived at A. II- S., in doubtful wonder, amid much scurrying about, disorder and wails of lost innocents. Tuesday, Sept. 12 More settled condition, under Miss Perry, Miss Sharer. Miss Church, and Mr. Rogers. Two decide on English Course, ninety-four take their fling at Commercial, and sixty-six risk their fate on Latin. Wednesday, Sept. 15 ‘ 1 want to change. Oh, 1 want to change, I don't like the color of this room!” Mr. Townsend kindly tucked tlie Freshies in again, and we settled down to work. Thursday. Sept. 1 I All going fine, thank you. Friday, Sept. 15 haul of week. Hurray! Monday. Sept. 25 Exit Mr. Townsend. Enter Mr. Thal-man. Few Weeks Later “Going to join Glee Club? “Yes, if you will! At that thirty hesitatingly joined, but the rest were too fearful, and remained outside the doors of the Auditorium. Sixth Week of School Cards out. Most frequent question -“Did you flunk anything? Mid-Semester Exam Week. “Exam week. Oh horrors! Do you think you'll pass?” Dec. 22 All out for vacation! Advice from nr elderly Senior “Now, children, be sure that there are no holes in your stockings when you hang them up. or Santa Claus won't leave you anything! Jan. 1, '17 Our New Year’s Resolution “I will he on the Ilonor Roll. Jan X. '17 School bell rings. Vacation’s over. Basketball season's on. Next Week Half year exams. “Hopeless. I know I II never pass Algebra! Two Weeks Cards out. Some of us sailed high over the fence, some of us just scraped the top. and a very few (?) had either to crawl under or stay on the other side Feb. 14- “Ilow many valentines did you get? “Oh, a lot. How many did you? Feb. 22 Washington’s Rirthdav. Two (Continued to page 51.) 49 THE DART SOPHOMORE HISTORY (Continued from page 1 S.) On this our Sophomore party night few regrets were sent. When we had come to he Sophomores. IX Though our trimphant upward march seems free from care and toil; Don't think we’ve gained our eminence without the mid-night oil. It’s been a hard fought battle old ignorance to foil. Since we have come to be Sophomores. X So we have blazed a thoroughfare for Freshmen and their train. A standard we have set for them not easy to attain. Hut by application, pluck, hard work our standing they may gain. And thus may come to he Sophomores. THEODORE CARLISLE. THE MANUAL TRAINING DEPARTMENT. To the average man the manual training department is perhaps the foremost interest in the Nigh school. It is here that the High school turns out the skilled laborers, the draftsmen and machinists for which there is an ever increasing demand. In peace or war these men are of the utmost importance to the nation. With their manual training must he coupled a high degree of mental training, which combination lifts them from the class of ordinary laborers and places them among the men to whom the nation looks for guidance in trouble or in prosperity. The Manual Training Department is not a new feature of Ashtabula High school, hut the new quarters and increased equipment mark a new era in its history. For years previous this department has been in a separate building. Now it is included in the new High school, occupying four rooms on the first floor. All of the machine shop equipment is entirely new, with the exception of a few lathes, and consists of a belt sander, made entirely by pupils of this department, a band-saw, circular saw and hollow chisel morticer. a surfacer, jointer, and several lathes. The equipment is of the best quality and enables the students to produce work which compares favorably with manufactured products. Kitchen cabinets, dining room sets, tables. chairs, book cases, and many varieties of smaller articles are turned out rapidly and skillfully. This equipment is supplemented by a bench room and an excellent drafting room where the plans are first made and where architectural and mechanical drafting is taught. In addition to the benefits derived by the pupils themselves, from this department. the benefit derived by the Hoard of Education is worthy of notice. Two large sewing tables have been made for the domestic science department by the boys at a saving of over a hundred dollars to the Hoard. A very elaborate nail and screw cabinet, the belt sander mentioned above, wall racks for tools, drawing tables, and a pulpit for the auditorium are some of the articles which have been or are being made. These articles are all made entirely by the boys under the supervision of their instructor. Clias A. Meister. A system of time cards has been established whereby the cost of the labor can he taken into consideration. At present there are three divisions of the department. The cabinet room, the machine shop, and the drafting room. However, space has been provided for a forge room and in the near future a course in model-making and casting will be provided. For the boy who is unable to take a higher education, the Manual Training Department provides an excellent preparation for a useful and valuable trade, while for the boy who is prepared to advance these rudiments of learning, an excellent foundation on which to base his advanced study. RUDOLF SIEGFRIED, ’17. 50 THE DART DOMESTIC SCIENCE DEPARTMENT. Miss Claire Kennedy, Supervisor. In the Domestic Science classes the girls have formed a club. There are so many that it is divided into sections. Each section entertains the other sections and some of the faculty at each party. They have had a Valentine party and a St. Patrick’s party. They will have a Spring party, and the last c.ne will he an Outdoor picnic. There will he an Exhibit this spring in the sewing room. There will he a display of the seventh grade sewing, and that of the Sophomore and Junior classes. They have learned in these classes, selections of material, and suitability of clothing, besides the processes of 11u making. This Spring there is to Ik a contest in the Domestic Science Department. The sum of twenty-five dollars has been given by the Ashtabula Gas Company, to Ik awarded in prizes- The prizes are as follows: For the best loaf of bread: 1st prize, $5.00; 2nd. $3.00; 3rd. $2.00. For the best soup: 1st prize. $2.50; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd. $1.00. For the best cake: 1st prize, $2 50; 2nd. $1.50; 3rd. $1.00. For the best everyday drew: 1st prize. $3.00; 2nd. $2.00. The soups would have to be judged according to their palatability and nutritive value and their cost. The contestants would, therefore, be obliged to enter a list of the ingredients and the cost of the same. The dress will probably be judged according to its workmanship, appearance and cost. The judges will be appointed by the school authorities. The products entered into the contest are to be displayed in some place where they may be viewed by the public. Altogether this has been a very busy and prosperous year in the Domestic Science Department The classes have been large and interesting. P. V. IT, ’17. FRESHMAN HISTORY (Continued from Page 49) whole days off. Much rejoicing among the Freshies. Week of March 26 Exams again. Why do they come so often ? March 30 Spring vacation starts. “No more teachers, no more books. No more pupils' saucy looks! for a while, at least. April 9— School again. One of the teachers, “1 hope your vacation has not injured your brains, children!” April 26 Heads still above water, t nknown Future Of course we at! expect to pass and become knowing Sophomores next year, and be able to look down upon the small, green, insignificant Freshies. What bliss to be a Sophomore! IUTH METCALF. MARRIAGES. Edith Burroughs, '16, and Lee Mosier of Geneva, O., were united in marriage. April 7. They are making their home in this city. Ethel Burroughs became the wife of James Savage, 1 I, on April 18. After a honeymoon in the East, they will be at home to their many friends in this city. The marriage of Leo Sage. 1 4, and Mildred Isham took place on April I. They are living in their new home in West Prospect street. 61 THE DART ALUMNI NOTES. Marjorie Mitchell, 1.1, is a member of a club which has been organized in the College for Women, for the purpose of sewing for the Red Cross. The members of this club have given up their ten nights a month for movies and ’ dates,' for this purpose. The picture ol Miss Mitchell, together with those of two other members appeared in the Cleveland Press a short time ago. The Reverend Walter Ruggles has finished his theological course in Poston and will soon go to Cleveland, where he will have charge of Independence Road M. E. church during the summer. In the fall he will In given an assignment by the M. 1 '.. conference. Jane Dickinson, Lake Erie, Lina Smith. Miami, and George Stimpson, C. of M., visited the High School during their spring vacation. Hollis Harmon of the class of 19111, has been elected manager of the varsity football team at Oberlin. for the season of 1917. One little boy was visiting another. When they went to bed the little host knelt to say his prayers. Then the other hoy said: ”1 never say my prayers at home.” “Well, you had better say them here. replied the host, ‘’this is a folding bed.” 52 THE DART BASKET BALL Our team was unbeatable on its own floor. But. unfortunately, the schedule was not arranged in accordance with the playing ability of the team and as a result the basket ball banne r does not bang in the main corridor. As long as there is good material among the lower classmen for next year’s team, we are not at all discouraged. The team is to he complimented on its good defensive play. To go through a season and have thirty tallies the highest number of points scored on them in any one game is a credit to any team. Three stars. Hogan. Hainnic, and Stewart have played their last game of basket ball for A. H. S. and it will be difficult to fill their places in the lineup when the ball is caged again SEASON’S RESULTS A. 11. S. 82 Jefferson 15. A. II. S. 62 Austinburg 19. A. II. S. 31 (leneva 25. A. II. S. 8 Paincsvillc 26. A It. S. 21 Raven (Youngstown) 31. A. II. S. 51 Conneaut 25. A. H. S. 8 Shaw (Ovcland) 10. A. II. S. 50 Austinburg 15. A IIS. 19 Paincsvillc 26. A. II. S. II (leneva 21. A. II. S. 17 Harbor 1 I. A. II. S. IS Jefferson 1«8. A. II. S. 15 Lorain 22. A. II. S. 11 Harbor 1 I. VARSITY L. F. Hogan B. F. (iuarnieri C. Bainnic L. (1. Stewart B. (1. Pearson “A ' men in basket ball: Pearson. Stewart. Hogan, (iuarnieri and Bainnic. 53 THE DART GYMNASIUM EXHIBITION. On May I. tin gymnasium classes gave an exhibition in the High school gym. All classes took part in the marching and the games. The Monday class demonstrated tactics, the Tuesday class gave free gymnastics, the Wednesday class and Friday classes gave folk dances and the Thursday class gave a dumb bell drill. The Girls’ Ath-It tic Club gave a fancy drill. The proceeds of the exhibition were given to the Red Cross Society. GIRLS’ ATHLETIC CLUB From present indications the (iirls Athletic Club is to he one of the most popular organizations in Nigh school. There are 10 members now and several waiting to he initiated. POINTS MADE BY INDIVIDUALS. Fouls Baskets Total Marv Rainnie ... . . .0 0 12 Ruth Mullen .... .. .0 8 22 Clara Karlywinc . ...1 0 13 Louise Krause ... .. .2 0 2 Eleanor Gallup .. . .15 1 17 Ruth Metcalf . .. .. .0 1 2 Ashtabula finished third in the county championship race totaling 08 points to her opponent’s 72. The credit for the success of our girls’ basketball team is due largely to Miss Ruth Perry, our coach. On April 20 the club had a party in the gymnasium at which time ten new members were initiated 54 THE DART BASEBALL. With spring has conic again the spirit of our national game. Base Ball. This game has been of more prominence in the last few years than in the past and this year it looms up as a championship hope. Coach Rogers has placed his men in exceedingly good positions according to their ability to handle the little “sphere.” Earlywine, as catcher, can certainly handle the backstop position in big league style. Richards, pitcher, has been showing exceptionally fine form this season. It is doubtful if A. TI. S. ever had a better battery than Richards and Earlywine. Guarnieri at first will be of great aid to the team. The keystone sack will be left to a new recruit owing to the absence of San- born after the first game. Manchester looms up as a hope for this position, 'l lic hot corner is being held down by Farrell who had some experience last ear. Coach Rogers chose as his man around which to build up his team our ‘ old dependable” Doyle. Doyle plays short and certainly can lop them over to first. Varekette of last year is holding down left in good shape. Hogan, usually known as I ris Speaker, is playing center. Johnson, who is playing right is a good fielder and very good with the club. Seymour, who played utility last year, is showing up as a speedy man this year. Farrow, a Senior. is a fielder who is playing his second season. These are the boys on whom A. II. S depends to win the championship. 55 THE DART TRACK. Our track team is composed of the same men who won the S. A. A. A C. banner of last year. We look forward to a repetition of a similar performance this year. Although A. II. S. has many Field Day banners hanging around the halls and corridors, she can find room for the one that is due this year. Our boys are training hard and no doubt before this is published will have shown their ability. This year's track meet will be held in Ashtabula at Hula Field on May 25. The results of last year's meet have brought this about. The attendance last year was far greater than that of former years and we look forward to an even larger attendance this year. Taking all in all. Coach Roger’s men loom up the best in the county for this year. They are not considered to be the Dark Horse as they were last year. Nevertheless, if they are. the dark horse crowd will capture the S A. A. A. C. banner again this year, unless the unexpected happens. “What, Willie! Gambling with marbles! Do von know what God does to had little boys? “I know what he did to that other bad bov. He gave him all mv marbles. —Life. Life is a joke— All things show it. Look at a Freshman, Then you'll know it. 56 Ex. THE DART FOOTBALL We share honors equally with Harbor in what resulted in the most peculiar football season A. II. S. ever had. With its veteran line and good hack-field the team looked like a “world heater” and it was until after the Shaw game. The accident to Bert Conley, did. no doubt, affect the playing of tin team materially. Then followed the defeat at Warren and the next week our poor brand of football at the Harbor. Injuries put four of the varsity on the bench after that game. Later in the season when we were expected to play (ieneva. and were sadly in need of the practice, rain prevented the game. Inspite of these handicaps, as was said before, we share honors equally with Harbor, and A. 11. S. may feel proud of the team that defended her honor on the football field last season. Seven varsity men on the line and two in the back field graduate this year and their absence will he felt considerably. but Coach Rogers is developing some good material by his new method of Spring practice and next year we hope to see a Championship team. FOOTBALL LETTER WINNERS Hogan, (iuarnieri. Raiimie. August, Conley. Morris, I'assula, Jenkins, Stewart. Whitman, Cullev and Wood. 57 THE DART 'readier “1 am Icacliiug your son first aid. Father of Dullest Boy in Class “Better teach him ‘second aid’ instead, ma’am, lies so slow he’d never get there in time to list the first.” “Bad luck that, for poor old Bill.” said Jinks, the chauffeur. “He got fined for taking out his employer’s car without permission.” “But how did the boss know he took it? “Bill ran over him.” Freshman (iirl Killed! A smile lit up her face and set the powder off. Mr. Downer “If we only elect coun-cilmcn every two years, and there are seven men to elect, how many would we elect? Paul II. “Three and a half. Traveling Man: “Does this ticket include eats and drinks? Ticket Agent “Yes. you can eat the date and drink the punch.” “I hear Phcbe has gone into comic opera.” “There always was something supremely sad about that girl.” Mary B. “I found two white hairs on my head today. What would you do, Margaret?” M. Sill—“I think I would dye.” FRESH IES. Know ye! That your Seniors and Superiors have laid down the following rules for your conduct during the following year: Always— 1. l ip your hats to upper men and ladies. 2. Keep away from the cows. They like green things. 3. Be in your beds at 9 P. M. I. Shine vour shoes and wear white collars. 5. Do as you are told without any question. 1. Never ask for a date. 2. Never butt in in a conversation. 3. Don’t suck your thumbs. There is plenty of soap and water in the washroom. “Say, Mose, do you know why your neck is so like a typewriter?” “No.” “Because it's Tnderwood.’ ” Mr. Downer “Your answer reminds me of Quebec.” L. Cowin—“Why?” Mr. Downer “It's founded on such a bluff.” II. G. “Isn't that tragic that John fell down on his job? N. P. “Well, he can still make good.” II. (i. “No, he can’t; he was a steeple-jack.” 58 THE DART Mr. I), (in chapel) “Can you hear hack there, hoys?” George Cox “Not very well.” James: “Papa, I ain't got no syrup.” Father: “John, correct your broth- _ M er. John (leaning over and peering into his brother's plate): “Yes, you is.” WHO SAT ON THE WAVE’S LAP? “While boating on the bay one night, I saw the ocean's arm Steal gently 'round a neck of land. To keep its shoulder warm. This made me jealous as could be It really made me sore And so 1 paddled toward the land And closelv hugged the shore.” —Ex. Sophomore “I took a boat ride the other night and the boat turned over and I was the only one who didn't drown.” Junior “How was that?” Soph “Oh, I just took a bar of Ivory soap and washed ashore.” If a man saw bis sister fall into a well, why could lie not save her? Because he could not be a brother and assist her, too. Phcbc If. “I consider, Pat, that sheep are the stupidest creatures living” Francis R. (absent-mindedly) — “Yes, my Lamb.” CLASS SONG Freshies “Pretty Baby.” Sophies “We're Here Because We’re Here.” Juniors “Too Much Mustard.” Seniors “How Can I Leave Thee.” Tourist “Is the water you have here healthy?” Farmer “Yes, Ma'am, we use well water only. The new nightwatchmnn at the college had noticed some one using the big telescope. Just then a star fell. “Begorra,” said he, “that fella sure is a crack shot.” Cheni. Prof.- “Name three things that contain starch.” B. Flat ‘Two cuffs and a collar.” Ex. It is reported that seven Freshman girls went into Candyland with a nickel and asked for a fivecent sundae and seven spoons. The proprietor telephoned their names to Mr. Tlmlman. Miss A. “Sheldon, what are gondolas?” S. .1. “They are Venetian Fords.” —Ex. Coach “What that squad needs is life.” Cordon “Oh no, 30 days is enough.” Contrary to the custom of most flow-i rs the fragrance of the lilacs grows more intense at night. Glee Clubber “Have you any brown neckties to match my eyes? Clerk “No, but we have soft liats to match your head Ex. Dick “I think I will use this old piano for kindling wood. Blake “You ought to be able to get a few chords out of it. Teacher “Where is the best place to hold the world's fair.” Pupil “Around the waist.” Ex. Comer (at alumni banquet)—“I miss many of the old faces I used to shake hands with Ex. He: When peace comes I hope we may never have war and care again. His Wife (movie fiend): Not have Warren Kerrigan Why he’s my favorite actor. Just saw a hundred girls in arms. Military training? Naw. (lancing. Are you fond of moving pictures? Artist Certainly not, but I can't pay the rent. 59 'A bras? band gone crazy!” That's the %vaj a wag describes the original Dixieland “Jass” Band. Beyond that description we can’t tell you what a “Jass” Band is because wc don’t: Krrw oiv velves. As fer what it iocs —it makes dancers want to dance more—and more —and yet nr 3� ,'ujc have another look at the picture above—you can almost heat' the h.Iarious music of the “Jass” Band in your ears. You’Ii want to hear the first Victor Record by this organized disorganization—it’s a “winner.” “Livery Stable Blues,” a fox trot, and “Dixieland Jass Band One-Step” are played with charming ferocity and penetration. Victor double-faced Record, 18255. Ten-inch, 75c. New Victor Records for May 60 Racycle, Columbia, America and Miama BJCYC L E S Sold on easy payments J. C. MORAN 7 Spring Street Ashtabula, Ohio Do It Electrically LET ELECTRICITY BE YOUR SERVANT Your wiring will have our prompt and careful attention. E. J. llOSS Electrical Contracting ami Supplies Phone No. 1380 Spring Street DO NOT FORGET THE Y. M. C. A. CAFETERIA Open all the year 'round Breakfast ( to 9 a. m. Lunch 1 I a. in. to 2 p. m. Supper 5 to 7:30 p. in. Phone 268(� 52 Park Street THE LITTLE GEM Barber Shop Where we give good service and try to please everyUxly. The Little Gem occupies the entire building, top and ground Hoor Come and see us. Give us a trial D. W. WILLIAMS You Girls Want Attractive Rooms You can make them so if you will select one of our dainty Wall Paper Patterns, now on display at Kurtz Decorating Shop 132 Main St. Fresh Roasted Coffee —What it means to you: i Flavor Better color ( Taste For Less Money. MINER'S TEA STORE 147 Main Street 61 Use Fisk Tires for miles and service. : : Time to Retire When you want Good Hardware go to Smith's Hardware the M. K. HOOT SHOP Our prices are the lowest. We carry an up-to-date line of Men’s, Women’s and Children’s Shoes. 222 Main Street Ashtabula Ohio BUY YOUR GROCERIES T GEO. W. SANBORN’S Quality Guaranteed We specialize on Rice, Coffees and Fruits P tone No. 1923 231 Main Street i. J. SWEET For General Graying TABLETS STORAGE OF CANDY and Household Goods and FIRE WORKS Automobiles O E E MISS EDA KONTER Phone 1480. Office, 184 Main St. “The Student’s Store BAST IA N BROS. CO. Manufacturers of Class Emblems, Rings, Fobs and Athletic Medals Wedding and Commencement Invitations and Announcements, Dance Orders, Programs, Menus, Visiting Cards, etc. Samples and Estimates Furnished Upon Request. 124 Bastian Building Rochester, N. Y. 02 REDMOND’S ORCHESTRA MUSIC FOR ANY OCCASION Lessons 75c for half hour, $1.00 per hour. Advanced pupils as well as beginners. Commencing with Book One and up to thirty-two books of Technic. Best of service guaranteed. Twelve years' experience, and have studied with two of the best artists in this country: Miss Autumn Hall, student at Berlin Conservatory, and Henry S. Miller, from Leipsic Conservatory, Germany. A thorough knowledge of these studies has been acquired. A few trial lessons will convince you. Telephone 2109-.I Studio Park St. For Cornet IiiNtructioiiN. I '. II. Little. Tyler Avr. Phone I l� . � S-.I HAVE YOUR ARCHITECT SPECIFY Ideal Concrete Blocks “ They are Waterproof for your new home. None better sold anywhere. Ashtabula Coal Co. Telephone 1885 Yards Main St. Ross Ave. _____13- Iwnmuh Qfofc CcjkY { (T J Jforyef your froe fi qp r 3T“------------------% Jay. (rot fy tv sf yots ) 0 (Q jf pm Ctrl dp su== 63 Summer Activities Geo. Greubel Hiking Cool Showers Cool Natatorium Bicycle Trips Summer Camp Special lessons in plain and fancy swimming and diving Summer Memberships Young Men’s Christian Association W atch and Jewelry Repairing 214 Main St. Knowlton Wentling You Have the Most Appropriate Footwear for Graduation If You The Victor Trade-Mark on Athletic Supplies stands for HIGHEST QUALITY in Material and Workmanship. See our fine line of VICTOR Base Ball and Tennis Supplies The Paine-Ford Co !OtUldJUCWS OfU FURNITURE UNDERTAKING Modern Furniture at Moderate Prices From the Cheapest That's Good to the Best That's Made. 9x12 Rugs, $7.50 to $75 Select Your Spring Rags Now. With our extensive stock we can make your home lieautiful. And with our Credit System we can make tlu terms convenient. ENGRAVINGS BY Icctric City Tmgrnfciitg (Co. Buffalo vtavs FURNITURE --- UNDERTAKING 64 BROWNELL’S THE STORE OF REAL SERVICE Showing a live line of Sport Shoes and Oxfords for Young Folks Also Dress and Novelty Boots at prices that are always less Brownell Shoe Co. No. 171 Main Street Ashtabula, Ohio Ladies’ and Gents’ Old Hat Hospital See DR. JOHN MOUTSIOS Don’t throw them away. We make ’em look like new. New York Shoe Shine Next 5-10c store Nickel Plate Garage SERVICE and REPAIRING KING CARS AND INTERNATIONAL TRUCKS The Star and Beacon NEWSY, CLEAN, FAIR Its Want Ads arc Big Result Getters The D. L. Davis Co. SPECIAL VALUES IN COATS AND SUITS Our large assortment makes it easy jor you to make your selection. Wooltex - Printzess High Standard Garments at Moderate Prices Coats, $7.50 to $75.00 Suits, $12.00 to $50.00 65 A. H. S. Students Remember Our Advertisers Your Suit for Graduation or for any other occasion is ready for you at The Globe Ready or to measure The People's Building Go Into Partnership With Your Sweetheart Loan Company Open “aCredit-on-a-Cash-Basis-Account.’’ Pick out NOW what Organized 1890 you will need LATER; pay for it along as you can and possess Resources over $2,500,000.00 it all VOLK OWN. without ever missing the money. You can do this at 5 Per Cent. Paid on Deposits. GREGORY’S Loans on Real Estate 6 Per Cent. and receive a Cash Discount, besides. Flowers Flowers Flowers For Fresh Home Grown Flowers, Remember THE TONG WEEKS FLORAL CO. 21 Center Street 99 Bridge Street Motor Four Cylinder Roadster $685.00 Touring $700.00 Six Cylinder Roadster $1065.00 Touring $1095.00 J. A. Kain, 57 center st. 66 Summer School Day and Night Sessions 7 Positions are plentiful now for our graduates. The demand will be increasing as long as the war continues. Better enroll now and be ready for a good position in a few months. Commercial students of the High School may continue their same studies here. Send for College Journal Ashtabula Business College Plenty of good picking here among the new things in Clothing and Furnishings The picking is good in point of Style, Fabric and Value. Now, therefor, is your time to buy that Spring Suit here. Better Clothing for less money at this store. R. RUSSACK A CC . 212 Main Street Ashtabula, Ohio Looking Backward Over Your School Daps— IS time flics by and you enter upon the more serious pathway of life's journey, ■■ you will no doubt pick up this record of your High School days and as you turn over each leaf, you will note many familiar names and faces of your classmates and friends. And as years roll by, we hope you will bear in mind this store. If we have been able during your school days to impress upon you the type and kind of merchandise sold here, we trust this good impression will be lasting enough to have you make purchases of needs for yourself and home from time to time. Please bear this ever in mind—it has been our aim from the very beginning of this business to sell only reliable merchandise at the fairest prices possible and to make every effort possible to sec that the customers of the store receive one hundred per cent satisfaction with every purchase made. Accept our very best wishes fora very, very successful future. Ashtabula, Ohio Lb Carlisle Company 67 For Graduation (lifts We have a New and Varied Assortment. KNOWLTON WKNTLING, Vour Dru ists Just across from Center Street We are prepared to show you everything that is new and up-to-date in Spring Clothing for Men and Boys Full Line of SPAULDING S Sporting Goods M. Pickard Telephone No. 1903 Goods called for and delivered Walz Dry Cleaning Company Foremost Cleaners and Dyers No. 148 Main Street Ashtabula, Ohio We wish to Thank the Students for their kind Patronage VINTON N. HERRON 40 Center Street Ashtabula, Ohio Your Store and Ours THIS STORE belongs to us; but it’s no good to us unless itV your store, too. To be your store it must contain the clothes you want to wear, be arranged for your comfort and do business in a way satisfactory to you. More men every year find that our store is their store. If it isn’t already your store come in and let us make it so. THE STAR CLOTHIERS 68 For Fire Insurance Call on Fred A. Williams 189 MAIN STREET The Oldest and Strongest Agency in the County Lavciliers, Watches, Diamond Dings, Ivonj roilet Articles The Best to Ik Procured — at — The IIALL-AWRK Store Flower I loyle JEWELERS Ashtabula, Ohio Say, Fellows: Don't Forget THE UTOPIA after the theatre or dance THE IDEAL PLACE TO EAT. M A J E S T I THEATRE c THE HOME OP GIGANTIC VAUDEVILLE SUPERLATIVE PHOTO-PLAYS and the Cream of LEGITIMATE ATTRACTIONS An Important Item in lhe.se days of extreme high prices is to l� e very sure to secure Quality. Our watchword is Quality. CENTRAL MARKET HOUSE 2180-1755 28 Center St. Soft Drinks Ice Cream Candy Cbe Ashtabula Sugar Bowl M. C. Robinson Co. Waterproof Concrete Blocks are the Best 69 Ashtabula, O. 1 Arcade Appropriate for Commencement — at — SCHAFFNER’S QUALITY FIRST DRUG STORES 159 Main Street 61 Bridge Street A Box of Fancy Chocolates makes a very appropriate Graduation Gift “ CANDYLAND” “Home of Sweets The Hallmark of Quality Established 1324 WATCHES DIAMONDS SILVERWARE Cash or Credit Cook’s Amide 70 Eastman Kodaks $6.00 to $66.00 Brownie Cameras $1:25 to $12.00 Kodak Juniors $7.50 to $18.00 Reliable Developing and Printing Ashtabula Phonograph Co. J. A. BAKTIIOLOMK Vf Proprietor Done Tl IEATRE High Class Photoplays Matinees daily—1:30 to 5:00 Evenings 6:30 to 10:30 PRICES: Children—5 cents Adults—10 cents You’ll find it at 3Reltat)le pianos CARPENTERS can lje sold by a dealer year Ashtabula’s Leading Grocery— after year. Where QUALITY is Paramount We have sold the following since 1004: A splendid assortment of the high- 31. 111. Chase tarr irfjmonb er class pure food products £rapser Remington Buy one for your home Exclusive agent for MIKADO COFFEE IB. l . Malfeer E. A. Carpenter Phone M 2134 28 Spring Street Ashtabula, Ohio at my office to the fitting of students’ glasses. JFJVFTS Cook’s Arcade Ashtabula, Ohio 71 CASTO THEATRE Home of Paramount. Fox and Metro Photo Plays 1=0=1 ALWAYS THE BEST I=q=I The National Bank of Ashtabula Ashtabula. Ohio Capital.......... $200,000 Surplus..........$ 125,000 For Quality We specialize in Dry Goods Exclusively Piece Goods and Ready-to-Wear The John Brash Company M uuc s on S A BAR TO ANV MAN'S Success ! KNTAL INDECISION is as much a bar to a man’s progress as is physical inactivity r unpreparedness. Don’t lie undecided in your dress. Get a new cravat that will add a new touch of courage and color to your get-up-and-go. I et us assist you in picking out a few things that will please vour appearance. We will furnish you the proper furnishings. IVIRYBODY KNOWS COOK’S ARCADE ALLEN TAILORING fURNISniNGS ASH f AliUI A. OHIO 72 The Ashtabula Printing Co. Ashtabula, Ohio