Athens Community High School - Athenian Yearbook (Athens, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1922 volume:

H. V. Porter, Principal lBKMA5EU5 JM'A POINT BARK ffTTR-g ATHENE HlfiH boapd; 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 • I i 1 1 —i 1 r � — TIU5DN ATHENS ftKAEt o p a CA NTR ALL hall COflttUN ITY 5C HOCL ! 5UGAP POINT Bistkirt and Cf)t Poarb of Cbucatton President, J. S. Graham Secretary, Dr. T. F. Hill Harry Fulton's term expired 1922 No picture available of F. W. Ayers T H E A T II E NI AN $iston The Athens Community High School District was established November 21. 1917. The new building was completed in March, 1919. During the establishing of the district far sighted citizens put forth efforts to secure a school that would be the pride of the community and they succeeded. Naturally obstacles were encountered but the value of an aim and a mission was finally demonstrated. Now the community stands almost solid for their school and all its activities. Dedication exercises were held in March, 1919. State Superintendent Blair was the speaker. The corner stone was laid with appropriate exercises at four o’clock Sunday, May 23, 1920. Since its establishment the school has grown in some respects more than even its most optimistic backers hoped. In a few years the enrollment has grown from thirteen to one-hundred-thirty. The courses have been broadened to meet modern needs and all work has been placed on the accredited list with the best schools in the state. The various school activities have made the institution widely and favorably known. The traditions established have been such as to make an enthusiastic school spirit that has fostered high standards of scholarship and morals and has instilled ideals and purposes that will influence lives and inspire students to strive toward aims set high. The school spirit in the community has been good and support to all organizations of the school has always been given. Pride in the things undertaken by the school has welded together the best of the community and engendered a booster spirit that is carrying over into other lines of improvement. They gave their best efforts to produce a fine school and are getting returns in better citizenship, more culture, more courtesy, more cooperation, and higher aims and ideals. She is pretty to walk with and witty to talk with and pleasant too, to think on. —I la Mott. 4 Jfacultp H. V. Porter, Principal Miss Needham, Language Miss Hollis, Domestic Science Miss Sweet, Commercial Miss Thuun, English Miss Falkins, Mathematics E. M. Augspurger, Science 5 T II E A T H E N I A N (Dur Eeacfjerfi By Ermie Our school days are nearly over, Just a few words before we go, We are proud of our High School teachers, And we’d like to tell them so. Mr. Porter, the A. C. H. S. favorite, He’s jolly, good natured, and true, And taken as an all around person, There’s nothing but what he can do. Mr. Augspurger, our assistant principal Is willing to help us at any time, If we’d look the whole world over Not another like him could we find. Miss Sweet is our Commercial teacher Just look at her name and you’ll tell. Why all of the pupils of A. C. H. S. Get along in her classes so well. Then Miss Needham, another teacher, Of her it may truthfully be said. She’s interested in History and Latin And all things concerning the dead. Miss Thulin, our English teacher Just came to us this year, But she is loved by many students And all say she is a dear. Then too, there’s dear Miss Falkins, Who greets you with a smile; She teaches mathematics, And everything worth while. Last, but not least, Miss Hollis, She teaches us to cook. The most delightful dishes, Enough to make a book. We will miss our high school teachers, And we’ll realize it as never before. When the doors of our Alma Mater, Shall open to us no more. Also with us this year were Miss Slater and Mr. Bowyer. Very much to our sorrow, Miss Slater had to leave in January, on account of sickness. A dark cloud hung over the immediate days after Miss Slater’s departure, for she took some good times along with her. Mr. Bowyer substituted in Miss Slater’s place a few weeks and was called away to other business. Mr. Bowyer was in charge of the History and Mathematics departments. 6 ■ T H E A T H E N I A N 8 T II E A T H E N I A N Lydia Hackman, Valedictorian of Class. Quotation: “And still they gazed, and still the wonder grew, That one small head could carry all she knew.? ’ Favorite expression: ‘i Well.’9 Known by: Her ability to do anything she undertakes. Theme: Ultra Modern Warfare. From Athens Grade School. Kodak Editor of Annual. Glee Club. Operetta, “Julia f—1021. Orchestra. President of “Y.” 1922. Contest Debate and Orchestra Leader. Junior Play, 1921. Society Play, “Frank Glynn,” 1922. Erma Alkire. 1 i Very reserved in her manner, but always ready to have a good time.” Favorite expression: “Say.” Known as: Ermie. Theme: Luther Burbank. From Cantrall. Secretary of Lusitanian Society 1922. Art Editor of Staff. Glee Club. Loris Kopp, Salutatorian. “If he lives who would challenge my words, let him speak.” Favorite expression : 1 Sure.y 9 Known as: Shake. Theme: Muscle Shoals. From Athens High School. Vice Pres, of class in ’19. Pres, of class in ’20 21. Captain of first basketball team ’21-’22. All-star guard at Five County, District, and Sectional Tourneys. Janet Brown. “Come and trip it as you go On the light fantastic toe.” Favorite expression: “Well, Listen Kid.” Known as: Jan. Theme: Wonders of Yellowstone. From Modesto. Society Editor of Staff. Contest Reader. Glee Club. “Frank Glynn’s Wife” (In “Y” play). William Eadie. “ I marched the lobby, twirled my stick, The girls all cried, ‘He’s quite the kick ” Known as: Bill. Favorite expression: I ’ll say so. From Cantrall. Advertising Editor of Staff. Harold Hill, Editor-in-Chief of Staff. “For even though vanquished he could argue still.” Favorite expression: ‘ ‘ That’s one.9 9 Known as: Doc. Theme: Social Service of Medicine. From Athens Grade School. President of Senior Class of ’22. Orchestra; “Esmeralda” 1920. Society Debate. Altese Cisco. “Hang sorrow; care’ll kifl a cat.” Known as: Cisco. Favorite expression: ‘1 Where’s Wayne.’’ Theme: Filing System in the Office. From Athens Grade School. Glee Club. Xever let your studies interfere with your education.—Fred England. 9 T II E ATHENIAN 10 T II E A T H E N I A N Klna Cline. 11 Here’s to the girl that strictly in it.” Favorite expression: 11 That makes me mad.9 Known as: Al. Theme: Life of David Lloyd George. From Tilson School. Glee Club. Edward Kkeener. “You've waked me too soon, I must slumber again.” Known as: Keefner or Squeek. Favorite expression: “I can’t.” Theme: Life of Theodore Roosevelt. From Cant rail. Velma Langston. Nellie Hurt. “A kindly quiet spirit, Where malice finds no home.” Favorite expression: Let me think. Known as: Li’ll Nell. Theme: Life and works of Madam Curie. From Tilson. Glee Club. Harold Hendrickson. “Of easy temper. Naturally good.” Known as: Swede. Favorite expression: 11 Bah! ’ ’ Theme: Henry Ford. From Indian Point. Circulation Editor on Staff. ‘ Believes in the rights of women, And governs herself accordingly.” Known as: Rene. Favorite expression: “You poor feesh.” From Fancy Prairie. Theme: Secretaryship. Gleo Club. “Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low. An excellent thing in woman.” Known as: V. L. Favorite expression : 11 Oh, I don’t believe that.” Theme: Life and Works of Edgar Allen Poe. From Fancy Prairie. Glee Club. Marie Fulton. A Harrison Fisher type of girl—Elizabeth Mc-Quinn. 11 T II E ATHENIAN 12 A T H E N I A N T H E Gladys Jurkonis uBut here’s to the girl with A heart and a smile Who makes this bubble of Life worth while.” Favorite expression: i 4 What’s niy grade.’ 9 Known as: Gladys. Theme: Pasteur. From Athens Grade School. Glee Club. Senior play ’21. William Shears. ”1 profess not talking.” Known as: “Bill.” Favorite expression: “Oh, Fred! Come here ?99 Theme: Underlying Causes of World War. From Athens Grade School. Secretary of Senior Class. Business Manager of Staff. Basketball ’19, ’20, ’21, ’22. All-star center, at Five County, and District Tourneys. Track ’21. Secretary of Athletic Board of Control. Edith Primm. i Modest and shy as a nun is she. ’9 Favorite expression, “Well, me too.” Known as: Ede. Theme: Life and works of Jane Adams. Came from Tilson School. Glee Club. Ila Mott. “Laughing and talking all day long, A twinkle in her eye; on her lips a song. ” Known as: 11a. Favorite expression: 1 Let’s go home.9 9 Theme: Life and Works of Edison. From Athens Grade School. Pres. X Society 1920-21, Secretary 1919-20. Class Editor on Staff. Operetta “Nance” ’21. Orchestra; Glee Club. Contestant in Vocal Duet and Orchestra 1922. Vice President Senior Class. Fred England (Special student—due to illness), picture not shown. “I sing a little tenor, I sing a little bass.” Known as: Scotty. Favorite expression: Says Which. From Athens Grade School. Theme: Culebra Cut. Cartoon Editor of Staff. Secretary of class in ’20, ’21. 1 ‘ Esmeralda. ’ ’ “Nautical Knot.” Male Quartette. Elizabeth McQuinx. “Haste thee Nymph, and bring with thee, Jest and Youthful Jollity.” Known as: Lizz. Favorite expression: “Oh, Man!” Theme: Homo Etiquette. From Athens Grade School. Secretary of Lusitanian in ’20-’21. Joke Editor of Annual. Operetta, 1921. Bi-Countv Reader, 1921. Society Reader, 1922. Glee Club. 13 T II E ATHENIAN Senior Class istorp One bright September morning, a certain primary teacher, Miss Mary Mott (now Mrs. G. S. Van Wornier) gazed on an assembly of children of all types, ages, and sizes. The class numbered about fifty and from the very first day that class began to show itself different from its predecessors. Of the beginning class only five members will graduate with the 1922 class of A. C. II. S. These students are: Lydia Hackman, Altese Cisco, Gladys Jurkins, Leo Mudd, and Harold Hill. The class proceeded through the grades, losing and adding members and gaining a reputation for scholarship and worthwhile activity. Many events, both pleasant and unpleasant marked the career through the grades. The unpleasant have been forgotten; the pleasant ones remain for encouragement in future activities. The class entered the unfinished high school building, increased by several students from the surrounding school district. They w'orked with a will, demonstrating their ability to handle themselves under adverse conditions. In the Sophomore and Junior years, the class lived up to the school standards and helped establish traditions of the right kind. They were well represented in all the school activities and organizations. In the last year of High School, the class looks back with mingled regret and emotion over its past four years of history making. It is hoped the traditions established will be maintained and that the old A. C. H. S. spirit of enthusiasm, pride in achievement and loyal cooperation will endure as long as the school stands. The debt of gratitude the class owes the school and the community is measureless. Here the long journey to success was begun, the end to be determined by the individual. As the eighteen members of the class leave the doors of old A. C. II. S. for the last time, may they carry away a fond and loving remembrance of the old school days, many friendships, and a sumptuous education with which to make their future life one of happiness and success. Gum! Gum! Gum!—Harold Henrickson. 14 T II E ATHENIAN juniors 1111111111111111111II III 11 lit 111III III 1111111111II111111II111IIII Back row, loft to right—Grace Ackerman, Lois Cant rail, Paul Longerbon, Ural Baum, Bailie Jurkonis, Henry Reinders, Herbert Primm, Myrtle Zook, Bernice Jurkonis. Second row—Mildred Derry, Mary Carter, Esther Maxon, Blanche Huffman, Catherine Shipley, Ruth Baum, Imogene Huffman. First row—Paul Cline, John Culver, Ralph Howard, Wayne Graham, Theodore Reinders. In September, 1911), forty-three young people registered as freshmen in A. ('. H. S. (the second year of its existence). The school year began September 7. and within several weeks the class held its first business meeting when they chose Lee Primm president, Grace Herndon vice president, and .Margaret Burkett secretary and treasurer. At that time they also chose class colors but strange to say no one now knows what they were. In April the class held a party intended only for themselves and the faculty, but some prankish sophomores were also to be considered. Their raid on the ice cream, however, ended sadly, down through the glass roof of the green house. In September, 1920, only twenty-six entered the Sophomore class. The officers chosen were: President, Henry Reinders; Vice President, Blanche Huffman; and Secretary-Treasurer, Wayne Graham. During the winter the class was sorrowfully called to pay its last respects to Gilbert Kenyon, a fellow freshman of 1919. In the spring the class gave another party, but this time taking no risk with the pesky Juniors, invited them along with the Seniors and faculty. The twenty-six returned in September ’21. and Blanche Huffman was chosen president, John Culver, vice president, and Esther Maxon, secretary-treasurer. March 17, 1922. the class presented the play, “Standing By.” The Senior class of '22 boasts that they are the first real A. C. II. S. graduates; the class of ’23 say they boast something still better for they will not only be products of A. C. H. S., but the first Porterites. 15 T1IE A T H E N I A N opbomorrs Back row, loft to right—Alfonso Jurkens, Paul Clino, John Zalonas, Loo Priram, Edward Winterbauer, Paul Trent, Doris Powell, Lillian Brackham, Velma Moyers, Cora Powell. Second row, loft to right—Clara Dobson, Elizabeth Eadie, Madeline Clino, Wenona Radiker, Irene Whymer, Ethel Kincaid, Lillian Ayers, Edna Sawyer, Ruth Rankin. Third row, loft to right—Ronald Van Motor, Peter Winterbauer, Virgil Knox, Louis Hicks, Harold Wilcoxson. Stuart Buerkett, Paul Ward. September of 1921 found a large and peppy class ready to enter A. C. H. S. as freshmen. A few days after school opened the first business meeting was held and the officers were chosen. They were: President, Lee Primm; Vice President, Edna Sawyer; Secretary-Treasurer, Ethel Kincaid. The colors chosen were green and white. During the month of March a hard time party was held and prizes were awarded to Allie Bell McDonald and Ronald Van Meter for representing hard times the best. In the year of 1921 and 1922, the Sophomore class decreased somewhat but those who remained were just as peppy and enthusiastic as before. A meeting was held September 9, 1921, and Lee Primm was again elected President; Edna Sawyer, Vice President, and Irene Whymer, Secretary-Treasurer. The class has had no social functions as a class during this year but were always ready and willing to help with anything that was undertaken in the A. C. H. S. One thing that is distinctively original is the way this class conducts its business meetings. We have been told that at these meetings, some one says, '‘I make a motion, etc. etc.” Lee Primm savs, ‘‘The motion is carried. All in favor say I.” 10 T II E A T H E N I A N Jfresfjmen Class Back row, loft to right—-Lawrence Reiiulers, Henry Winterbauer, Watsi McLavish, Elmor Kalb, Herman Hibbs, Clarence Manis, Alton Calvert, Harold Derry, Joe Wasilewski, Ralph Rankin. Second row—Marjorie Harris, Xiria Glenn, Maud Hazelwood, Eugene McAtee, Elmer Alkire, Joe Gillespie, Cecil Knox, Blanch McDonald, Katherine Daley, Vernel Licrone, Alice Diehl, Mary Becker, Mary Agee, Josephine McLavish, Marion Griffin, Ruth Jensen. Third row—Florence Sunley, Thelma Harris, Fredia Myers, Alpha Kinner, Adga Mnxoii, Irene Miller, Edith Newbell, Gladys Mill, Edith Kincaid, Louise Hill, Ruth Showalter, Emily Bradely, Tillie Zalenas, Mildred Shontz, Nellie Combs. Fourth row—Carl Alkire, Herman Miller, William Cline, Donald England, Melvin Neibert, Walter Harris, John Powell, Romeo Basso, George Johnson, Walter Bokowski, Gerald Hurt, Russel Olson. The Freshmen class of 1921-22 met and elected the following officers: President, Gerald Hurt; Vice President, Edith Kincaid; Secretary, Emily Bradely. This Freshmen class of ’21 is the largest since A. (’. 11. S. started and is made up of students from all districts. Twenty-seven coming from the grade school of Athens, five from Indian Point, five from Fancy Prairie, six from Cantrall, one from Sugar Point, two from Damascus and two from Hall. In such a large class as this it is impossible to mention all, but a few of them who have gained fame along different lines are: Ralph Rankin and Irene Miller in their contest for tardiness; Gerald Hurt for his poems; Ralph Rankin as an orator; Ruth Jensen as pianist. Elmer Kalb as forward on the team, and Mary Becker as a professional roller skater. A man, a man, My kingdom for a man.—Altese Cisco. 17 ATHENIAN T II E Cf)e Commercial Department Teacher, Miss Lillian Sweet Four years ago when the Athens Community High School began its work in the new building, the Commercial Department was very incomplete. There was no Typewriting class the first semester, but the last semester there was a class of six girls, each furnishing her own machine. There was no Shorthand class the first year. The enrollment of the Bookkeeping class was the largest that has ever been enrolled in that department during the four years, the enrollment being twenty-six in number. Commercial Arithmetic was taught the first semester and Commercial Geography the last semester. Writing was elective. With the exception of the Commercial Geography class, which was taught by Miss Boyle, Miss Sweet had charge of the entire Commercial Department and has held the position during all four years of the school’s history. Her earnest efforts have made this department one of the strongest of the school, and one which has kept pace with the progress in other lines of development. During the second year the number in the Bookkeeping class decreased to fourteen. Shorthand was taught, there being a class of three. Twelve were enrolled in the Typewriting class. At the beginning of the third year the department had grown considerably. There were two classes of Bookkeeping, ten in the beginning class and five in the advanced class. The Shorthand class increased to double the number during the previous year. The Typewriting class numbered twelve. The pupils took the State Mass Test, making twenty-eighth place in the State. The Commercial Arithmetic class enrolled twelve. Writing was required of all Freshmen. The year of 1922 can proudly boast of the largest and best equipped Commercial Department in the four years of the school’s history. An adding machine and calculator has been added to the equipment. Bookkeeping enrolls nine, Beginning Shorthand ten, Advanced Shorthand five, and Typewriting twenty-seven. Writing is required of all students until they are efficient enough to be excused. This year all typists enter the State Mass Test. Edith Primm, Altese Francisco, Bernice Jurkonis, and Marie Fulton, go to Springfield to compete in the District Shorthand Contest. Edith Primm, Altese Francisco, Esther Maxon, and Lillian Ayers compete in the District Typewriting Contest. The results of this are as yet unknown, but we are sure they will be such as will be a credit to the standards of A. C. H. S. Hubert Sexton, one of the members of the Commercial Department, is now holding a position in the American Banker’s Association. Leo Maxon is Bookkeeper in the First National Bank, and Felix Jurkonis is teaching Bookkeeping in Brown Business College. Elizabeth McQuinn engaged in office work during her last summer’s vacation. Several of the Seniors who are now in the Commercial Department are making plans to take up Commercial work after they leave school this year. 18 T II E A T II E N I A N Domestic Science Teacher, Miss Mabel Hollis The Domestic Science Department of the High School was organized in 1917, having one class. Just enough equipment was purchased for the class to work with. Miss Esther Boyle was the first teacher. In 1919 Miss Mabel Hollis was selected as teacher. In that year the class was composed of fourteen girls (all sophomores). During the year new equipment was added from time to time, enabling the girls to accomplish more work. During the Basket Ball season money for new equipment was secured by selling popcorn. In 1920-21 much equipment was purchased. New gas burners and range took the place of oil stoves. A set of dishes was also purchased for the dining room. In 1921-22 other equipment was added, as—dining table and silverware. The work during this year has been done under provisions of the Smith-Hughes law and the school has profited by reimbursement from the federal government to the extent of $1,100. It was necessary to make two divisions of the class. There were thirteen girls in the Freshmen class and nine in the Sophomore. Miss Mabel Hollis still being the teacher of this department. Three weeks before the tournament these classes served hot noon lunch for the boys. Also during the year four banquets were served. In the early part of the year these classes served two banquets for the “Business Men,1 1 and near the end of the term a banquet for the “Members of the Board of Education” and one for the “Juniors and Seniors.” 19 T II E A T II E N 1 A X Teacher, II. V. Porter Teacher, E. M. Augspurger Elizabeth McQuinn—Rare values are always in small packages. 20 T II E ATHENIAN Departments The A. C. H. S. science departments have kept pace in their growth with the progress of the school. The physical science department has experienced a growth, from an enrollment of twelve to sixty. These sixty are taking cither general science, or physics. The equipment is up to date and is adequate for most needs. It is being constantly built up. The work this year has been efficiently managed by Mr. Augspurger. The general science classes meet in the morning and weather predictings, making candles, wrestling with centigrade thermometers, burning oxygen and bread dough, testing milk, mixing up test tube compounds, and getting acquainted with molecules, atoms and elements are common occupations. In the afternoon William Shears, Harold Hill, Lydia Hackman, and Harold Henrickson and the rest of the group rig up telegraph sets, dissect telephones and storage batteries, theorize on Newton’s laws of gravitation and the Einstein theory. The biology department has grown rapidly in enrollment, equipment and in content of the course. Forty students are taking work in vocational and academic biology. Nine compound microscopes, preserved material, slides, charts and field material help make the work effective. Carving a cra.v-fish, watching the maneuvers of a rotifer, chasing aphids, quarter-sawing logs, planting bacteria, hunting gametes, drawing a thallophyte, fishing for algae, or digging up material out of fifteen books on Pasteur or the Mendelian law of heredity are familiar occupations around the biology laboratory. Some of the things the classes of this year will remember are the rush for the last chair, the mysterious disappearance of double II pencils, razor blades and cover glasses, the first grasshopper drawing, the popularity (?) of the 1776 microscope, the hunt for bumble bees and dragon flies, and the descent of Allie Belle to the floor. The language, history and mathematics departments are well equipped and organized. This year sickness in the ranks of the faculty has made changes necessary. Miss Slater, Miss Falkins, Mi-. Bowyer, Miss Timlin, and Miss Needham have had charge. Most any day a babel of sounds may be heard in the assembly room. From room four a jumble of French or Latin mixes with a laborious proof of the Pythagorean proposition in room three. From room six the English class expounds on Shakespeare, slang or senior themes. After the seventh hour orations, debates and declamations thunder forth from the public speaking class. Inseparables—Mary Carter and Mildred J)erry. Paul Cline—You can’t tell the speed of an auto by the noise it wakes. 21 THE A T II E N I A N Louis Kopp—“Slang is a lazy person ’s excuse for not finding the word he wants.” 99 T IF E A T H E N I A N Cfje £ rcf)estra The A. C. H. S. orchestra is one of the active organizations of the school. It was established in 1919-20, and many in town still remember the squeaks, squawks, groans and growls of the violins and horns from back yards, upstairs rooms, and tool-sheds. Charles Cline used as a music rack the gooseberry bush in the back yard. Harold Hill, from his upstairs room daily woke up the neighbors with reveille at 5:30 in the morning. Paul Cline made the windows rattle in Pete Behrens’ old work shop. Lydia Hackman, Ila Mott, Esther Maxon and others practiced in the farthest room with all the doors shut. By the end of the year music began to supersede noise, and harmony took the place of discords. During three years the orchestra has practiced without missing a Wednesday night, and they have made progress accordingly. Since its establishment the orchestra has given concerts at home, in Cantrall, Petersburg, Fancy Prairie, Greenview, Middletown and Auburn. They have furnished music for scores of occasions in the community. .Music for Memorial day, for outdoor concerts, for programs, for dedications, commencement and other occasions has been turned out by the organization. Their playing helped make the basketball season a success. They played at the games and accompanied the team on some of their trips. A Decatur man who heard the orchestra on several outside engagements made this statement on the University of Illinois campus: “I don’t know whether you call it Athens with a long A or Athens with a short A, but I know they have one of the ‘livest’ high school orchestras in the state.” Through graduation a few faithful members will be lost this year. Harold Hill, Lydia Hackman, 11a Mott and Velma Langston were all charter members and loyal boosters for all that the orchestra attempted. It is hoped that some of them will be close enough next year to still retain memberships. To fill the ranks, the Beginning Orchestra has produced some musicians. Alpha Kinner, Edith Kincaid, Florence Sunley, Edith Newbell, Ruth Rankin, Louis Rediker, and Herman Miller take care of the violin section. Harold Derry, Charles Cline and Paul Ward play the cornet. Emily Bradley plays the clarinet and John Bokoski, Alton Calvert and Gerald Hurt take care of the tenor, trombone and alto. With these added to the staunch group led by Bailie Jurkonis, Charles Cline, Esther Maxon, Edna Sawyer, Paul Cline and the rest, the traditional enthusiasm and efficient standards are sure to be maintained. And with good friends, Mr. Rediker, Mr. Whymer, Mr. Basso, and Dr. Van Wormer, still in ranks Orchestra stock will boom skyward. Ralph Howard—“This is the biggest umbrella in the bunch, let’s take it.” 23 24 .« - T H E A T II E N I A N Husiitantan :% octetp Soon after school opened in September, 1919, the school was divided into two societies. These societies were distinguished by the letters “X” and “Y” until names were chosen. The “X” society met on September 15 for the purpose of organizing and electing their officers. The first president was John Chord; Vice President, I la Mott, and Secretary-Treasurer, Leo Maxon. After electing their officers the question of a name for the society was discussed. Many names were suggested and finally “Lusitania” was chosen. The colors decided upon were purple and gold. In the meantime the “Y” society had met and organized and it was agreed upon to give the opening program together. So near the middle of October an excellent program was given by members of both societies. This program was one of the most interesting events of the year and was especially liked because of its originality. The Lusitania gave several other programs during this year and the last day of school a track contest was put on between the two societies. The contestants of the Lusitanian society worked faithfully and won the contest by several points. The following year, new members were drawn from the freshman class, increasing the society considerably. A meeting was held and the following officers were elected: President, 11a Mott; Vice President, John Chord; Secretary-Treasurer, Elizabeth McQuinn. The opening program was given by the Lusitanian society and several others followed during the year. On September of the present year a meeting was held in room seven and Theodore Reinders was elected President; Blanche Huffman, Vice President, and Erma Alkire, Secretary-Treasurer. The first program was given on November 11th, Armistice Day. This program was given in the afternoon for the purpose of celebrating this day. About the first of March the society met and decided upon the events which took place in the contest between the Pershonian and Lusitanian societies, April 28th. The following events were chosen: Contest in orchestra, debate, piano solo, vocal duet, declamation and extemporaneous speaking. This was the first literary contest the school had ever undertaken and each society worked diligently to become the victor. During the three years of its existence the society has increased in membership and enthusiasm and it will, no doubt, continue to increase in both during the future years. The way she studies and recites (lives the flankers forty frights.—Lydia Ilackman 25 T HE AT II E N I A N $ei s!)ontan octetp At the beginning of the school year 1919 two literary societies were organized. They were temporarily called X and V and one teacher representing each drew the names of the charter members. The big question was “Will my best friend and I be on the same society?” On September 15th the Y society met for organization and chose the name Pershonian in honor of the great American General. Some time earlier purple and green had been chosen for the school colors. It so happened that the true spirit and purpose of the literary societies is symbolized by their colors. The Y chose purple and white, the X purple and gold. The purple represents the motto “A. C. H. S. first, then my society,” and the step between white and gold is only large enough to produce keen, friendly and healthy rivalry. The society officers, Inez Hurt, Lucille Primm and Thelma Derry, laid the foundation and established some of the traditions that shall always live with Pershonians. The first event was a joint program on Armistice Day, when the patriotic names were introduced. In 1920 Lucille Primm, Velma Langston, and Thelma Derry were elected officers and half of the new students became Pershonians. A Hallowe’en program was given by the society. An air of mystery surrounded the program because on the bulletin board was a covered Y sign which gradually assumed the shape of a tightly corked bottle. The mystery was solved when President Primm uncorked a huge bottle and drew forth a large manuscript revealing Y plans for the year. In 1921 the society membership was increased by twenty-two new members. An increased enthusiasm was prevalent as it was worded about that this year the first contest for honors would be held. Lydia Hackman was elected president, Edna Sawyer vice president, and Velma Langston secretary. The first program was given September 28th, and the X’s admitted they would have to “ go some to beat it. ” It was opened by a message from ‘ ‘ President Harding” that Y activities were to begin. The program was given as a three night chautauqua; the Lady Glee Singers, the Boy Lecturer, and the Jazz Gang being three of the companies represented. The main feature of the next program, January 31st was a one act play by the Public Speaking Class. The success of the societies has been partly due to the support and interest given by all of the faculty. They are greatly indebted to the originality of Mr. Porter and Mr. Augspurger. The biggest event in the history of the societies was held April 28, 1922, when they clashed for first place in literary honors. The X’s were victorious in Orchestra and Vocal Duet, the Y’s in Debate, Piano Solo, Declamation and Extemporary Speaking. This gave the Pershonians five points against two for the Lusitanians, and entitled them to hold for one year the large silver trophy cup presented by the Athens State Bank. Gold medals were given the winning contestants in each event. The contest was an excellent one. Winners and losers both had cause to be proud of having contested in an event in which such high standards were maintained. One of the judges was overheard to say “So much talent for such a small place.” We hope this contest will be an annual event. The officers hope that their successors will plan diligently, wisely and well for the next one in order that the handsome cup may remain long on the Y shelf. 27 28 T II E A T II E N I A N tCt)t Cbolutton of tfje Cram Basket Ball? What’s that? Any wayfarer in the little burg of Athens of three or four years ago might have heard that question. Can you imagine it? Well, ask any of the old timers . . . And then came the revolution, caused by the evolving of a sports spirit that swept every thing before it and carried team, school, town and community into statewide fame. The evolution of the team reads like fiction to any but those who have seen the team start from nothing and race thru a straight path to a place among the best in the State. Three years ago Bill Shears, Louis Kopp, Felix Jurkonis, Ted Reinders, Leo Maxon and John Chord came out to try for the team. They cuffed, muffed and mauled the ball, shoved and grabbed the first player in sight, made wild passes, bum shots and blind drives. Ralph Howard, Bailie Jurkonis, et al, sat on the bench and applauded the activities. Wayne toed a line by the hour aiming at a brick on the wall to limber up his wrists. Herbert chased the ball when it went in the gallery and Tony Pileski “slung gools’ ’ during the intermissions. But they had the stuff of which champions are made and before the season was over they had placed some of the best of the nearby teams on the mat with both shoulders down. And it wasn’t long before Frank Fenton began to hang on the door knob of the gym waiting for the doors to open, and Rollins, Shears, Maxon and others began to talk basket ball all day and dream of it most of the night. The next year opened with the star basket shot, Felix, gone. But Reinders, Shears and Chord began to warm the basket with counters from all angles, and Kopp and Maxon formed a defense that made the opponents’ tally record look like a Philadelphia baseball score. Of 28 games they won 24. They invaded Springfield and carried off a 19 to 17 victory. Two hundred fans drove thru a blizzard to see them do it. In February, the first Athens tournament was held and it went over in whirlwind fashion. Crowds, the size of which the founders had never dreamed, packed the gym. The town was decked out in holiday attire and “Every Bugger Boosted.” The team rose to the occasion and treated the thousand onlookers to some thrills. They took the measure of San Jose, nosed out Easton by a point, turned loose a battery of shots on Auburn and piled up a wild score, and then took the big cup by defeating Green Valley. No one present at the championship game will ever forget the way the crowd swarmed over the gallery wall and did a wild lock step procession with players and coach on their shoulders. The orchestra poured out “Well, We’ll Pull for You Team,” and the women laughed and cried in turn. There was a hot time in the old town that night, for the team was evolving into a machine of more than local fame. The banquet held that year was an event that brought joy to the hearts of fans, team and community. The toasts described: “The Machine in Preparation,” “The Machine in Operation,” and “The Machine on the Last Lap.” This year opened with Kopp, Shears and Reinders on the firing line. Around this trio was built the machine in which the fans rested their hopes. Bailie Jurkonis and Ralph Howard stepped into the vacant places. They were confronted by the hardest schedule ever faced by an Athens team. They started with a reputation to maintain and traditions to uphold. They not only kept up the pace set in 1920, but they advanced the spark and set some new records. In rapid succession they trimmed Waverlv, Mt. Pulaski, Delavan, Mason City, Springfield and Auburn. Then came the Athens Tournament. With sixteen teams entered they led the field and placed another cup beside the one won in 1921. In the district tournament Kalb took the place of Reinders who had an abscessed ear. He filled the forward berth like a veteran. The team annexed the district championship. Kopp, Jurkonis, Howard and Shears made the all star teams. In the Sectional Tournament two games were won, placing the team as one of the twelve best in the state. Kopp and Jurkonis were chosen all-stars. The city council unanimously adopted a resolution of congratulations to the team and appreciation for “putting the town on the map.” The banquet held April 7th in honor of the team was one of the most impressive and enjoyable events ever held in the community. Among the toasts was a serial of five on “The Evolution of the Team.” The divisions were “First Quarter,” “Second Quarter,” “Third Quarter,” “Fourth Quarter,” “And Now What?” And now what? Well, we refer you to the toast of that name. “Fourteen of the squad of sixteen will be back. From their ranks, thru the efforts of the players, the coach, the school and the fans, there will evolve a team that will uphold the traditions established and carry the standards on. Here’s to our hope of the future—the team of 1922-23.” “Now this is the story of the speed demons’ past, They’ve been pinched for speeding, they play so fast. But the purple and green have the goods, and win they must. ’Cause no team can get their number for their smoke and dust.” THE ATHENIAN Herbert Primm, H. V. Porter (Coach), Ralph Howard, Bailie Jurkonis Theodore Reinders, Louis Kopp (Capt.), William Shears SCHEDULE OF FIRST TEAM GAMES At Athens Athens 32 A very vi lie 14 Athens 50 San Jose 8 Athens 22 Mt. Pulaski 18 Athens 63 Williamsville 8 Athens 21 East Peoria 13 Athens 40 Mason City 5 Athens 21 Easton 22 Athens 40 Waverly 5 Athens 32 Delavan 21 Athens 21 Jacksonville 23 Athens 30 Ashland 6 Athens 27 Springfield 13 Athens 32 Auburn 21 Athens Tournament Athens is Auburn 17 Athens 17 Mt. Pulaski 8 Athens 21 Easton 14 Total Points Average per Game Away Athens 43 Petersburg 5 Athens 18 East Peoria 16 Athens 10 Delavan 23 Athens 50 San Jose 14 Athens 14 A very vi lie 20 Athens 23 Auburn 10 Athens 29 Ashland 20 Athens 14 Springfield 26 Athens 14 Mason City 25 Athens 10 Mt. Pulaski 14 District Tournament Athens 36 Easton 23 Athens 20 Mason City 10 Athens 27 Hopedale 20 Athens 32 Green Valley 13 Sectional Tournament Kansas 23 Bloomington 40 Villa Grove 14 Athens Athens Athens -1 30 Athens 921 Opponents 537 Athens 28 Opponents 10 Games Won, 25 Games Lost, S Percentage, .758 30 THE ATHENIAN John Zalenas, Edward Winterbauer, Henry Winterbauer, John Bokoski, Ronald Van Meter Elmer Kalb, Wayne Graham (Capt.), Louis Hicks SECOND TEAM The second team has established a record that will go down in yannigan history as one toward which others may strive. They went thru a heavy schedule, playing twelve games and winning every one. Not content with carrying off the long end of every battle, they kept their opponents on the end that was decidedly short, for no team scored more than ten points except in two games where the third team was sent in for experience. Their record was made in spite of the fact that a number of their opponents were first teams. They not only won games, but they also gave the first team workouts that kept them in trim. More than one night saw some of their number sit shivering on the sidelines in the cold gym for an hour waiting for the word to “get in.” Even tho he was in for only a few minutes he made things fly and the next night found him there ready for more. There weren’t any quitters or knockers in the bunch. When a game was on they didn’t have to be coaxed to go in. They begged for the chance, and when they got the word they darted in like hounds on a chase. And they played that way to the final gun. . . . Next year? Why ask? They’ll all be back. Just watch their smoke! Schedule of Second Team Athens 18 Del a van O o Athens 21 Auburn 6 Athens 34 San Jose 4 Athens 23 Mason City 10 Athens 17 Hi Y Club 8 Athens 22 San Jose 10 Athens Tournament Athens 31 Mason City 10 Athens 22 San Jose (first) 0 Athens 25 Waverly 5 Athens 32 Greenview 12 Athens 19 Del a van 10 Athens 11 Auburn 10 Athens won 12 games; lost none Percentage 1000 31 ATHENIAN THE iilc (l2ion, 0p £ollp nilc iilon Were you at the District Tournament, At Mason City Town? Twas the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th of March, The dates I copied down. There were sixteen teams from surrounding burgs, Each determined to do its best For the honor of schools from which they came, All trained to stand the test. The 2nd and 3rd dates quickly passed by And it had developed then. That one of two teams would win the “meet” But which ?—we did not ken. One was from Hopedale, the yellow and black” The other—alert and keen, Was from ATHENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL, Their colors—purple and green. That a Battle Royal” was to be fought. Was sensed by ev’ry Fan” Who had seen both of these teams in action, And there was not a man With red blood rioting through his veins, If we judged him by his talk Not ready to back the team of his choice With money, marbles, or chalk. They were foemen well worthy of one’s steel, This Hopedale Team so game, With a forward” little short of a freak, One Augsberger by name. With his right, with his left, or with both combined He’d toss that measly ball, When presto—nine times out of ten Through the basket it would fall. Saturday 2:30 p.m. was set The time for this stren’ous fray, And the interest now was at fever heat As to which would win the day. At 1:30 the anxious multitude Had filled the High School Gym And were entertained, by two other teams, With what might be called a “prelim.” 2:30 had come, and first on the scene Came the yellow and black” Fine upstanding lads, with blood in their eye. The four walls echoed back The thund’rous applause of rooters and fans Some team”—“believe me” With an unbroken record to date. No walkaway there—we agree. Then into the room, like hounds freed of hash. Sprang the purple and green; Our colors, our boys, our hope, if you please, Of victory could now be seen. There was Koppie and Shears and Bally, And Chuffy and Nibsy, too, With Teddy on the side-lines, praying. That the boys would make it through. The referee came to the center, The teams in a circle ’round To listen to final instructions. Then each to his place with a bound. The centers are now facing each other With every man in his place. The tension of nerve and muscle Could be noted in posture and face. Up went the ball and the whistle gave forth A note sharp and shrill And the battle of “Titans” was on. By an effort of will I held partial control of my nerves, Only partial, I’d say For a more heart throbbing, nerve racking struggle We'd not seen in many a day. A whirl-wind of action, ’twas give and take From start to end of game; Now Hopedale. now Athens would take the lead, Then the score would stand the same. Now up to the skies our hopes would soar When our team would forge ahead, Then when Hopedale would make a basket, Down they would drop like lead. Hopedale had based her hope for success On the prowess and skill of one, While Athens was counting on team-work For what was to be done; And how nobly our boys responded To their training, by every man Will go down in the annals of athletic sport An honor to coach and fan. Every man on our team was a Demon” Of energy, pluck and nerve. There was Bally, like a whirling Dervish. And Nibsy, whom no one could swerve. Billy Shears made one basket. I’ll testify Three fourths the length of the gym. While Chuffy. as per instructions. Did work cut out for him. And back of all stood Koppie, our guard, Idol of every Fan” Dear Old Koppie, a pillar of strength” And every inch a man. The score was a tie at the quarter, At the half —again the same, At the three quarters, a repetition, And we near the end of the game. Fifteen seconds before the pistol shot Would register the close, Another tie was made in the score With the Fans” now on their toes. A foul was now made by the Hopedale team And every one gave heed: That a free throw by the Athens lads Might put them in the lead. But would they? Could they make the goal Under such a terrible strain; The suspense of the moment was awful, My heart gave a sudden pain. They tell me Dr. Van Wormer arose And tottered from the room, The air of the gym was now stifling. Each seemed to await his doom. Paul Killion’s grim face was a study, Our telephone man and wit. The chances were so even, he said He was actually afraid to spit. Charly Carr, John Reinders. and others looked As if clinging to some steeple tall Where a breath of air or a feather might make Them loosen their hold and fall. But I must bring you out from under This terrific strain and end A game with just fifteen seconds to run, And all it may portend. Chuffy Howard had been selected To make this final throw That would lift us up to the highest heights. Or bow our heads with woe. He came, slightly reeling, up to the scratch. Picked up the ball and stood. With knees that were knocking together But determined to make good. With sightless eyes, he has told us since. He looked where the goal should have been, And looking saw nothing but blackness. Oh how can he ever win ? But wait he is making ready to shoot. The ball leaves his hands with a snap. And describing a perfect curve goes through The hoop without touching a strap. Hurrah for Chuffy. hurrah the team And for all things under the sun. Hurrah for Porter and the Athens High. We won. By Golly, we Won. 32 33 THE ATHENIAN WANT ADS Wanted—A few more novels to read during vacant moments.—Elmer Kalb. Wanted—A few new slang phrases.—Louis Kopp. Lost—My ambition.—Katherine Shipley. Wanted—To bo noticed.—John Culver. Needed.—A cure for the giggles.—Madeline Cline. Found—Wherever Folly is Lois Cant rail. Strayed—My brains.—Ralph Rankins. Wanted—A date for Sunday nite.;—Allie Belle MacDonald. Wanted—A good excuse for not knowing my lessons.—Theodore Reinders. Lost—My power of growth.—Lawrence Reinders. Needed—More “ horse power. ”—Edward Keffner. Wanted—A wig.—Miss F------. Lost—A mental tube.—Fred England. Lost—A sweet disposition.—Miss S-- Found—Those Mary Bickford curls.—Lizzie McQuinn. Wanted—A machine by which I can recite English and read novels at the same time. Herman Hibbs. Miss Thulin—Donald, give me a sentence using notwithstanding! Donald—He wore out his trousers but notwithstanding. Nina Glenn—Is this school haunted? Mildred D—11 No, why?” Nina—“Well, what's all this talk you hear about school spirit?” Caesar conquered many nations A mighty man was he, And when it came to examinations He also conquered me.—Edna Sawyer. CAN YOU IMAGINE?— Miss Sweet—Dreaming? Elizabeth McQuinn—Without curls? 4 Paul Cline—Without his ford? Altcse and Wayne—Separated? Harold Hill—A daring Athlete? Chuffy and Esther—Falling out? Virgil—Not waiting for Alpha. Ruth Jensen—Not talking? Melvin—In a hurry? John Culver—Looking seriously? Lee Primm and Nellie Hurt—Fox-Trotting? ARE ANY OF THESE FAMILIAR? It will be necessary to move the chairs this evening. School will be dismissed at 3:30. Meeting of Seniors in Room 3. I regret to speak of such an unpleasant subject but I feel it is necessary. There will be no school the rest of the week. If there arc no more questions, class will be dismissed. If a robber got in the cellar, would the coal chute? Carl Yoakum—“Pa, what is a Board of Education?” Pa—“Where I went to school it was a shingle.” 34 tiie ATHENIAN Freshmen are green, Seniors aro grey. ’Tis simple—green grass Turned to hay. Teacher—Joe, what is the Liberty Bell? Joe—The bell at the end of the period. Teacher—Which letter is the next one to nH”f Freshie—Dunno ma’am. Teacher—Well, what have I on both sides of my nose? Freshie—Freckles ma ’am. French II—Here’s tho secret A good translation A lot of nerve and Imagination. Mr. A----- (Physics Laboratory)—This match will not light. Paul Cline—That’s funny; it did a while ago. In Freshman Meeting: Ralph R.—I make a declaration we have ice cream at the party. Joe W.—I second the nomination. FAVORITES STUNTS OF A. C. H. S. STUDENTS Ruth—Jenson—Cultivating that “Come and get me,” look. Lydia Hackman—Flunking? Harold Hill—Arguing. Ralph Rankin—Letting out that gruff ‘1 haw, haw.” Blanche McDonald—Complaining. Louise Hill—Thinking out loud. William Shears—Talking with his eyes. Gerald Hurt—Tickling tho ivory. Seniors—Graduating. Freshmen—Displaying their ignorance. Alton Calvert—Writing with his chin. Ila Mott—Smiling. Florence Sun ley—Adjusting her specs. Paul Ward—Lying down in class. Melvin Neibert—Sleeping. Alpha Kinncr—Bossing the job. Paul Trent—Trying to walk fast enough to keep up with himself. Mr. Porter—Securing cooperation. Harold Wilcoxon—Hurrying?? FAVORITE SAYINGS OF THE FACULTY Mr. Porter—Say, I have another idea. Miss Sweet—I don’t give grades; you earn them. Miss Thulin—Any corrections? Miss Falk ins—Now, you people, etc. Miss Needham—If any of you children. Miss Hollis—Well, I say not. Mr. Auspurger—I must go in about five minutes. He’s short and stout and round about.—Herman Hibbs. Mother’s young hopeful.—Paul Cline. I can readily see how a girl can admire me.—Walter Harris. A cluttering, chattering, chatter box.—Alpha Banner. If you want to see something swell, put a sponge in water. No wonder Herbert Primm gets such good grades in typewriting, for he copies out of the book. 35 T II E A T II E N I A N Miss Sweet—Irene, why are you always tardyf Irene Miller—Because the class always begins before I get there. Mr. a--- (Physics class)—What did we have in class yesterday? Harold Henrickson—Thunder and lightning and then hail. Lewis Hicks (asleep in assembly, when bell rings)—Darn that alarm clock! Miss Thulin (in Modern History)—‘ Paul, will you please roll down the map?” Miss Slater—“Altese can’t you remember dates?’’ Altese—‘‘Oh, I never can remember more than two a week.” Paul Trent—“Guess what Wayne did last night at Neibert’s Cafe.” Chuffy—“I don’t know.” Paul—11 He ate off the arm of a chair.” (Ouch!) Harold Derry—“I got 100 today.” Paul Ward—“What in?” Harold Derry—“50 in algebra and 50 in Latin.” Edna—“Ethel, I copied down those questions, word by word.” Ethel—“I didn’t; it all soaked in.” Edna—“Well, my head isn’t spongy.” Miss Sweet—“Does the moon affect the tide.” Miss Hollis—“No, the untied.” CLASS WILL OF ’22 We, the largest class of Seniors of the Athens Community High School, having previously been declared in a sane state of mind and of a sound memory, do declare that this is the last Will and Testament: Article I To our principal and his assistants we leave our admiration and love. To Miss Needham we leave the assembly class bell as she might yearn to hear its melodious tingle during vacation. To Miss Sweet we leave our accuracy and speed. To Miss Hollis we leave anything we have that she wants. To Miss Thulin we leave our fame as historians. To Miss Falkins we leave another talented English class. To the Juniors we leave our positions as dignified Seniors. Item. I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. Article II I. I, Velma Langston, do bequeath my position as pianist to Lois Cantrall. II. 1, Edward Kecffner, do bequeath my sense of humor to Ralph Howard. III. I, Harold Hill, do bequeath some of my nerve and accuracy to Fred England. IV. I, Nellie Hurt, do bequeath some of my suririus weight to Nellie Combs. V. 1, Elizabeth McQuinn, do bequeath my curly hair to Mildred Derry. VI. 1, Lydia Hackman, do bequeath my studiousness to Blanch Huffman. Article III I. 1, Erma Alkire, leave my class duties to Imogenc Huffman. II. I, Louis Kopp, leave my slang phrases to Theodore Heinders. III. 1, Harold Henrickson, leave my voice to John Culver. IV. I, Gladys Jurkonis, leave my winning smile to Bernice Jurkonis. V. I, Elna Cline, leave my charming personality to Mary Carter. Article IV I. I, Ila Mott, bequeath my melodious voice to Alpha Kinner. II. 1, Edith Primm, bequeath my quiet ways to Clara Dobsin. III. I, Altese Cisco, bequeath my lightning speed to Herbert Primm. IV. I, Leo Mudd, do bequeath my seat in the Assembly to Paul Cline. V. I, Janet Brown, do bequeath my dramatic ability to Paul Longerbon. VI. I, Marie Fulton, leave my fame as a shorthand writer to Bailie Jurkonis. VII. I, William Shears, bequeath my duty as star center to Wayne Graham. VII1. I, William Eadie, do bequeath my determined ways to Grace Ackerman. We solemnly declare these to be our sole possessions at graduation time. (Signed) Class of ’22. 30 JrCAwA cv W � ' -rur Tmsi mtueurs fruBVHH M MU jj— PAPERS r THC rio ” Arte F uH Gy , m 0 VV fA rA Pal.Wa� M ki Dot r c Am r' h All By PJySCL FACUi rr Ot 32(T'2l T rts Dun 9 9'20 cOAAt 0 Gym LAY S Justus ft-MAsr Ifttnr LO iG ■ v ,- , A- ton ha A_,c aaxe Gf T«i rfu £Y 37 T H E ATHENIAN FRESHMEN RECEPTION The Freshmen Reception was given at the Athens Community High School September 16, 1921. It was planned as a sort of “get acquainted” party for the “Freshies” and “newcomers” and it proved quite successful. As he arrived each guest was given a name. Then each proceeded to find the rest of his family. Mr. Jazz and his family of little “Jazzes” including the twins “Cookie” and “Candy” assembled in one corner of the room and other families did likewise and each family planned a stunt. The stunts were then presented on the stage and the McNutt family was awarded a tiny Kupie doll for the best stunt, “A mock Literary Contest.” Romeo Basso starred as Yell leader. A grand March followed in the Gymnasium and watermelons were handed out through a door to the couples as they marched bv. An uproar of laughter followed when several couples drew a squash, tomato, or an apple in place of a watermelon. However, there were plenty of watermelons and the fortunate ones shared with the unfortunate, so no one went home hungry. PATRONS RECEPTION On September 23, 1921, the members of the A. C. H. S. Faculty gave a reception at the High School for the parents of the pupils. For the evening’s entertainment each teacher had planned a stunt. One presented a Mock Chautauqua, another a Mock Literary Contest. A sewing contest was won by County Superintendent Small. Miss Jennie Longerbon proved to be champion typist. Watermelons were served and the party broke up after a social good time. DINNER FOR THE TEAM February 25, 1922, Mr. and Mrs. Porter entertained the members of the first Basket Ball team and their lady friends with a dinner at their home. Immediately after the bountiful dinner, the party went in a body to a basketball game which Coach Porter refereed between the boys of the Methodist Church and those of the Christian Church. When the party returned to Porters after the Methodists had won their victory, music, chatter, and laughter completed the evening’s entertainment. FRESHMEN PARTY March 24, 1922, the Freshmen had a party at the High School. Stunts and contests of all sorts constituted the evening’s entertainment. One of the star stunts was the “Trio from Abroad,” featuring John Bokowski, Melvin Neibert and Gerald Hurt. A Grand March followed in the Gymnasium and a light lunch was served consisting of sandwiches, olives, pickles, ice cream and cake. FANS’ BANQUET FOR THE TEAM On Friday evening, April 7th, the Athens Basket Ball fans gave a banquet and entertainment at the High School in honor of the teams and their coach, H. V. Porter. While the Royal Neighbors served the fans, speakers and honored guests, a part of the High School Orchestra furnished music. Toastmaster T. E. Cant rail, before introducing the speakers paid his tribute to the teams and coach and finally recited the original poem, “We Won, by Golly, We Won!” The speakers for the evening were Mayor A. L. Brittin, Louis Kopp (captain of team), Marie Fulton, Harold Hill, Edna Sawyer, Elizabeth McQuinn, Lydia Hackman, County Superintendent William Small, Miss Falkins, Ralph Howard, Reverend Ward, R. A. Drysdale, and Mrs. G. W. Boyd. Each speech was on the same general theme of praise for the players, coach and school, with hope of continued success in the future. The latter part of the program consisted of three humorous skits, “Waiting for doors to open,” ‘‘Two widows at the game,” and “Fans at the Atliens-Springfield Game,” and tributes to individuals on the teams. Fairies dressed in robes of different colors danced gracefully about upon the stage, singing songs and paying tribute to the team. The basketball boys were then brought upon the stage and as the letters were awarded Coach Porter expressed his appreciation of the way in which the teams had worked and the loyal support they had given him. A very effective display of the trophies won by the team of 1921-1922 followed. As a whole the entertainment was very impressive. Several reels of moving pictures completed the program. 38 THE DGO DADS 0 = !9i9'Z0. Our VYcsum . ZZ S SHAH£ -S 0 THf Ltrrce tif r T' YE .2.T -7 ? EATS AT y -y VV Mrs T� � S? ______________________x v A - - HOUR r--A' — p ?0F. EADlE V'. Let's Go Home v. to I? ;!il.i Hore Or The D z- y Family m i THE OfYES 'THAT rfADE US step zh 9i9 20. t1oRN!N6 Stretch C. CHORD 6iQO AP HRLL.iamr n e W A«A’ ■ rut fltfjKRM W5 . ✓ ? ?£ w Sw “ ' AM0 BAR HEY £ 'l y S , hil l a s nrj ’jy 7“0 £ £. TA £ HUHObA Y 39 T II E ATHENIAN Alumni Class of 1911) Waldo Homback, farmer, Athens, Illinois. Thomas Scantlin, General Merchandise Store, Petersburg, 111. Ada Cummings, now Mrs. Fred Shaw, Athens, 111. Zepha Mudd, now Mrs. J. I. McCarty, Athens, 111. Catherine Powers, at home, Athens, 111. Rose Franks, at home, Athens, 111. Class of 1920 Inez Hurt, now Mrs. Lee Cantrall, Athens, 111. Harry Glenn, teacher at Hall School, Athens, 111. Felix Jurkonis, Assistant Instructor, Browns’ Business College, Springfield, 111. Class of 1921 Thelma Derry, now Mrs. Robert Glenn, Mackinaw, 111. Lucille Primm, teacher at Athens Grade School, Athens, 111. 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HILI Physician and Surgeon ATHENS, ILLINOIS Some Gasoline Alley Truisms If you want to avoid playing penny ante with auto troubles with the cards stacked against you, throw out the clutch at AHRENKIEL’S and let “Stump” do spy duty on your machine. He’s a man with a sixth mechanical sense for discovering the seat of trouble or preventing it. He believes in building a car on the plan of the one hoss shay, and when he plays hide and seek with the weak spots, they’re it all time. He keeps supplies too—anything from a tail light wick to the Kewpie radiator ornament. His Tires will run until the Democrats get back in and still be good for a trip to the inauguration. His Hupmobiles are the best cars on the market. AHRENKIEL is on the Hard Road at Athens to insure good car service. And He Knows How Athens State Bank 43 L. F. CHADBAND, Bloomington, 111. Class Pins, Rings and Medals We specialize on Jewelry and Watch Repairing. Bracelet Watch Repairing in charge of Swiss Watchmaker. 35 years of experience on Swiss Watches. Mail orders receive prompt attention and all work insured in transit. For Classy College Clogs See A. W. KLAHOLT SPRINGFIELD in A Hinf nn Health IJ you want to punch your grouch r . llllll l II llCallll the solar plcxis,make your latest ailment take the count, and tie a can to that sour expression, visit CANTRALL’S DRUG STORE The sharp eyed gentleman in there who is reading or talking about the Chicago Tribune is T. I., himself, and he’ll mix you up any kind of a pill, powder, paint or panacea that’s in the category, and while the operation is going on, Frank Fenton, Charlie Wymer, Bill Shears, Harold Mott and the bunch can give you more late news on politics, basketball and car wrecks than the United Press puts out in a week. If T. I., isn’t there, Louis Kopp will be and he’ll sell you anything from Tanlac to tick powder. When you go to CANTRALL’S DRUG STORK you’re sure to get courtesy, service and satisfaction. “iSay It Urith Flowers ” HEMBREIKER COLE SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS We are the FLORISTS that FURNISHED the Rose Plants and Shrubbery at the Community High School. For Information, IVrite Us. 44 The Grocery DeLuxe The Eternal Trio of Troubles for Housewives— BREAKFAST, DINNER and SUPPER But vamoose the question of what to have. Twist the crank of the phone and ask for BOYD’S GROCERY George W. and Son have just what you want. Or if you don’t know what to get, Julian can suggest the dish for the occasion. If It Isn't Good He Doesn't Keep It If company comes at the eleventh hour just send the S. O. S. and they’ll have the commissary tank at your door before the kitchen range is hot. A microscopic germ blew into Boyd’s store once and it died of lonesomeness. If you want your husband to hustle home and get to the table while the coffee is still hot—get your groceries from BOYD'S THE OTHER DAY I DROPPED INTO MOTT’S FURNITURE STORE I got five cents worth of carpet tacks for a nickel and X dollars worth of good will, and respect for good service for nothing. Allen Mott has been in business for a long time, but no one ever got less than he paid for. He knows the family needs of the community from stork time to crepe time. He has supplied individuals with everything in furniture thru all the seven ages; a cradle to rock in, a sled to coast on, a desk on which to study, a davenport on which to ask her the big question, a kitchen cabinet to help make the biscuits, a big rocker for dad and the little ones, and finally the soft tailored case for the long rest. You can go to Springfield for your bargains if you want to, but I’ll get mine from MOTT SON in the old home town and I’ll get five cents worth for a nickel and X units of respect for humanity with every purchase. NEIBERT’S CAFE Lunch at All Hours Home Made Pies Our Specialty We’ll Appreciate Your Trade If some of Lee Primm’s Duroc Pigs had been here X million years sooner, Adam could have provided plenty of good eats for the table and Eve wouldn’t have had to swipe the apple to fill out the meal on. But it took an eon of time to grow a real BIG TYPE DUROC hog, and Adam and Eve got here too soon. But Lee Primm arrived about the right time and he has some stock that’s worth seeing. If you want to get a start of genuine thoroughbreds, hop in your flivver, twist the steering gear until the tail light points the opposite direction from Primm'1 s Primrose Duroc Farm and step on the gas. Ask to see some Primrose Duroc Pigs and Lee will show you some blue ribbon winners that are as far ahead of Adam’s razor back as your Cadillac would be ahead of the old gray mare at the end of a hundred mile race. Primm’s Primrose Pigs Please Particular Patrons and you can Put Pep, Power and Profit into your live stock account by getting a start from them. PRIMROSE THROVE T LEASE TV PULAR UREBRED I- ROLIFIC U ARTICULAR i- RICES IGS ± ROFITABLE X ATRONS 1 REVAIL SELIGMAN BROS. FARMERS STATE BANK. OF ATHENS We do a general banking business Interest paid on Time and Saving Deposits Your Business Solicited. 46 - THE PHOTOGRAPHS IN THIS BOOK WERE MADE BY HARRINGTON SMELSER’S ART TEMPLE OF SPRINGFIELD ILLINOIS 47 T H E ATHENIAN Conclusion So v?ith your enthusiastic efforts, A. C. H. S. Students; and 9°ur faithful and purposeful endeavors, Educational Leaders; and our watchful cooperation, Fathers and Mothers; and your public spirited support. 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