Auburn High School - Trojan / Oracle Yearbook (Auburn, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1928 volume:

The ORACLE Published bg THE SENIOR CLASS 1928 AUBURN TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL AUBURN, ILLINOIS To MISS AHNA RICE This Oracle Is Sincerely Dedicated pour K The 0facie Y FOREWORD A CTUATED by the belief that our immortal Bard of Stratford was, after all, quite human, and most certainly, like ourselves, a youth in his day. we have presumed to follow a Shakespearean motif throughout this book. We cannot hope that our efforts will bring new lustre to his name. We can only trust that they may serve as a tribute to him who loved humanity as few have loved it— Our Fellow Shakespeare.” Five i 'The Oracle ORDER OF BOOKS I ADMINISTRATION II CLASSES III ATHLETICS IV ACTIVITIES V FEATURES Administration “O this learning, what a thing it is!” MEASURE FOR MEASURE The Ofacle 4 ? r A'iW THIS FORTRESS BUILT BY NATURE FOR HERSELF.' The 0 faci e BOARD OF EDUCATION W. H. SLY DAN, President CLYDE L. EVANS, Secretary Building and Grounds Committee THOMAS HALL ORIN JENKINS Finance Committee S. A. HERRON C. A. DODDS Education Committee C. L. EWANS HENRY HARRIS MR. C. R. DAVIS, Principal HOMER C. TORREYSON Mathematics, Track Coach. •‘Thy wit is as quick as the greyhound’s mouth: it catches.” Hedding College, A.B.; University of Illi- nois; Auburn High School, 1923. THOMAS M. GILBERT Athletic Coach, Manual Training. ... A most illuctrious wight, A man of fire-new words, fashion’s own knight ’ Rose Polytechnic; Eastern Illinois State Teachers’ College; Auburn High School, 1926. CLARE R. DAVIS. Principal History and Civics. O. he sits high in all the people’s hearts.” Greenville College; Valparaiso University; University of Illinois, B.S., Post Graduate American University; Auburn High School, 1923. AHNA RICE English, French, History. You have an exchequer of words.” Carleton College, A.B.: Auburn High School, 1925. ESTHER SMITH Shorthand, Typing, Bookkeeping. The friends thou hast, and their adoption tried. Grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel.” University of Minnesota; Upper Iowa Uni- versity; Specialists’ Business College; Gregg School; Auburn High School, 1924. Twelve EDWARD L. McCORMICK Freshman Science, Chemistry, Physics. “The force of his own merit makes his way, A gift that heaven gives for him, which buys A place next to the King. Central Wesleyan College, A.B.; University of Missouri; Auburn High School, 1923. HARRY A. BELTON Band, Orchestra, Public Speaking. “He hath songs, for man, or woman, of all sizes: no milliner can so fit his customers with gloves.’’ King James College, private instructor; First Class Musician, English Naval Band and Orchestra; Henry Irving’s School of Ora- tory and Dramatic Art; Chicago Extension Conservatory, Graduate in Violin; Auburn High School, 1926. MILDRED MUSSER English and Latin. “Her voice was ever soft. Gentle and low; an excellent thing in woman.” Kansas Wesleyan University, A.B.; Colorado College, 3rd year; Auburn High School, 1927. THELMA G. HILL Home Economics. “She sings as sweetly as a nightingale.” University of Illinois, B.S.; Auburn High School, 1927. DOROTHY E. DODDS Secretary and Librarian. “If ladies be but young and fair, They have the gift to know it.” Brown’s Business College; Auburn High School, 1927. Thirteen The Oracle Fourteen Classes 'Now does my project gather to a head.” A WINTER’S TALE 'The Or'acle r u JOHN MOTTAR Mitter” This fellow is wise enough to play the fooi And to do that well craves a kind of wit. Class Treasurer, 1; “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Orchestra, 1-2-3-4; Band, 3-4; Class Play, 3; Staff, 4; Vice-President, 4; Track, 4. MARGARET GEDDES “Red Fearless minds climb soonest into crowns . Basketball, 1-2-3; ‘Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Class Play. 3-4; Staff, 4; President, 4. HOWARD BRASFIELD “Tubby” To be honest, as this world goes. Is to be one man picked out of ten thousand. Class Play, 3-4; Band, 3-4; Business Man- ager, 3; Treasurer, 4. Seventeen 'The 0 faci e PAULINE BAYLISS “Baylie” Bethink thee on her virtues that surmount Mid natural graces that extinguish art. Winchester High School, 1-2; “Trial by Jury,” 4; Glee Club, 4; Class Play, 4. MARJORIE BUTLER “Marj” Nay, I am the very pink of courtesy. Vice-President, 1; Basketball, 1; Orchestra, 1-3-4; Pawnee High School, 2; Class Play 3-4. DUWAYNE ANDREWS “Squint” I dare do all that may become a man Who dares do more is none. Chatham High School, 1-2-3; Track, 4; Bas- ketball, 4; Oracle Staff, 4. CHASTEEN CRAIG “Babe” Let me play the fool: With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come. Chatham High School, 1-2-3; Oracle Staff, 4; Class Play, 4. JOHN DODDS “June” Methinks I feel this youth’s perfections With an invisible and subtle breatn To creep in at mine eyes. Ball Twp. High School, 1-2-3; Band, 4; Class Play, 4; Track, 4. Eighteen MAMIE DUFFEY “Marne” DOROTHY DUFFEY “Dot” Truly and I hold ambition of so airy and light a quality that it is but a shadow’s shadow. Les Bas Bleus. 1-2; Class Play, •!. In thy face I see The map of honor, truth, and loyalty. Les Bas Bleus, 1-2. MARY ELIZABETH FIELDS Tzzey” The senate-house of planets all did sit, To knit in her their best perfections. “Fifi of the Toy Shop ’ 1; “Feast of the Red Corn,” 2; Class President, 2; Orchestra, 2; Class Play, 3-4; Secretary-Treasurer, 3; Oracle Staff, 4. GEORGE HARMS “Shiek” Himself the primrose path of dalliance treads. “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Class Play, 3. WILLIAM HUTTON “Abie” Since brevity is the soul of wit. I will be brief. Orchestra, 1-2-3-4; Secretary-Treasurer, 2; “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Class Play, 3-4; Oracle Staff, 4; Track, 4. Xiuctccn ADELLA JENKINS “Jenks” Her sunny locks Hang on her temples like a golden fleece. Basketball, 1-2; “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; “Feast of the Red Com,” 2; G. A. A., 3; Les Bas Bleus, 2; Class Play, 3-4. FRANCES LEACH “Fanny” I will believe thou hast a mind that suits With this thy fair and outward character. Les Bas Bleus, 2; Class Play, 4. HAROLD LARGE “Big Boy” A kinder gentleman treads not the earth. Beardstown High School, 1-2-3. ORLANDO LORTON “Bandy” Turn to him any cause or policy. The Gordian knot of it he will unloose. “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Track, 1-3-4; Football, 3; Basketball, 3-4; “Trial by Jury,” 4; Quartet, 4; Oracle Staff, 4; Class Play, 4. DENNIS McLAUGHLIN “Denny” A man of sovereign parts he is esteemed. Basketball, 1-2; “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; Class Play, 3-4; Editor-in-Chief, Oracle, 4. Twenty HERMAN NEWMANN “Jason” If circumstances lead me. I will find Where truth is hid, though it were hid indeed Within the centre. Track, 2-3-4; Basketball, 3-4; Class Play, 3; Football, 4. HURLEY PING “Ping” I warrant thou art a merry fellow and carest for nothing. “Fifi of the Toy Shop,” 1; C.ass Play, 3. KENDALL NICHOLLS “Nick” I have no exquisite reason for’t, but I have reason good enough. Basketball, 3-4; Football, 3-4; Track, 3-4; Class Play, 3; Baseball, 3; Oracle Staff, 4. PARKER PSAUTE “Park” This fellow picks up wit, as pigeons peas And utters it again when Jove doth please. Class Play, 3-4. VICTOR PSAUTE “Red” Football, 3-4; Baseball, 3; Track, 3-4; Class Play, 3; Band, 3-4; Orchestra, 3-4; Glee Club, 4; Oracle Staff, 4. Twenty-One HELEN SHIELDS “Sally” Age cannot wither, nor custom destroy Her infinite variety. Chatham High School, 1-2-3; Oracle Staff, 4. JERUSHA SUMPTER “Sump” A golden mind stoops not to shows of dress. Chatham High School, 2-3. MARY ETTA WADDLE “Henry Etta” Tis beauty truly lent, whose red and white Nature's own sweet and cunning hand laid on. Elkhart High School, 1; Chatham High School, 2-3; Class Play, 4. LARUE SMITH “Smittie” He was a man, take him for all in all I shall not look upon his like again. Basketball, 2-3-4; Class Play. 3; Baseball, 3; Oracle Staff, 4. TAKE VOLC “Spiz” Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world Like a Colossus. Football, 1-2-3-4; Basketball, 3-4; Baseball. 3; Track, 4. Twenty-Two The ( CLASS OF ’28 Motto: Ambition . Truth Colors: Green and White Flower. Sweet Pea H-onor S-ervice This Class of ’28 has accomplished all things well; We leave behind us records which of our achievements tell. We've pushed forever upward with vim and vigor there. And thus we shall continue out in this world of care. Our records with the best will stand in the annals of our school. We always pulled together and Forward was the rule. “March Onward! Ever Onward!” was our battle cry; We will push on for the laurels that beyond us ever lie. We've done our best, to bring renown to Auburn Township High. We have tried to give her honors that would boost her to the sky. She has watched and cheered our prowess on the football field and track. But we realize with sadness that we never will come back. And now we’ve finished these four years of study and of care. We’ll ne'er forget the happy times that we passed in there. We’ll work for records that will make our alma mater proud. And develop great accomplishments to speak her praise aloud. —Victor Leon Psaute. Twenty-Three The Oracle SALUTATORY Dear Friends: Ever since I have been old enough to attend public functions, I have been asking myself, “Why should there be an address of welcome.' A general invitation to the public to attend a certain affair should make those who accept take a welcome for granted. But as I am learning more about human nature, I am discovering this fact: Even when peo- ple know something to be true beyond a doubt, they like to hear it again and again. Therefore, in the name of the class of 1928. 1 bid you a sincere and hearty welcome to the last gathering that we as a class may ever have. As we look back through the four short years that have just passed, we realize that our work has been made easier by the interest shown by you, our parents and friends; and the fact that you have come here to- night is a symbol that you are continuing to watch our efforts and ap- plaud our success. For this we are very grateful. Everything we do in life is easier when we have someone to en- courage us, someone to warn us when we are in danger, someone to smile and say. “Well done!” when we have climbed to the top. How much happier we are when parents willingly appreciate our humble efforts to succeed. We. to whom your presence has meant so much, must go on through all time, a little gladder, a little wiser, and a little better, because you have pleased us with your presence this evening. We hope that you may all feel that it has been good to be with us, and may see in all that we do and say some assurance of your welcome, even while realizing that, as a class, we cannot well ask you to “come again!” Frances Leach. Twenly-I:our AFFIDAVIT J, the undersigned, do hereby record all events affecting the Class of 1928 during their four year sentence to the Auburn Township High School for the offence of having graduated from various grade schools of central Illinois. All the prisoners were well be- haved except one. He tried to escape by a rear door with the aid of Deacon Summers, who is thought to have been bribed by the prisoner’s lawyer. All were released on time except the said prisoner, whose sentence was increased by one year of hard labor. Prison Warden -... “Slew” Psaute Sworn to by Judge—Bandy Lorton Lawyer—Babe Craig THE CLASS OF ’28 Some years ago, during the administration of William Howard Taft, there were born, in various parts of our country, a number of exceedingly good looking babies. They later proved to be not only handsome but clever, as attested by their rapid progress in home and school activities. Most of them, at some time or other, were very mischievous. Bed and Nick were almost convicted of arson for the fires they started in Xicholls' kitchen and Psaute’s coal shed. The attempt resulted in a little exercise for the fire department and a trip to the woodshed for Bed and Nick. The years in grade school were uneventful except for a few fights and their re- sultant paddlings. Some one has said that this class went through grade school “as an elephant goes through a popcorn and peanut stand.” A Freshman weiner roast and a valentine party were the chief events of the first year in high school. At each of these, a good time was had by all. (That’s what they all say.) The Sophomore year was spent in studious application to the business of getting an education, but in the Junior year, things began to happen. The class play. “Thank You.” coached by Miss Bice, proved very successful. The audience discovered several potential dramatic stars, and learned that the Follies haven’t all the beauties on the stage yet. Hardly less important was the Junior Senior banquet, held at the Methodist Church in the spring. It was the most distinguished social event in the history of the school. (That’s what they all say.) The year’s activities were closed with a farewell party given by the Junior advisor. Miss Norem. This was attended by all the boys and a few girls on the night of her departure for her home in Wisconsin. The present year has been distinguished for hectic endeavors such as getting Oracle ready for print, making the money to pay for it. and taking measurements for caps and gowns. Chaperoned by Miss Rice, Miss Smith, Miss Musser, and Mr. Torreyson. we had a weiner roast at Irwin’s Park on the night of the Dempsey-Tunney fight. Later in the year, a party was held in the high school gymnasium, to celebrate the birthday of one Patrick. Other notable activities include candy alcs, a campaign for Citizen sub- scriptions, a popularity contest, a drive to sell Curtis Publications, the Wesco Plan, and a Senior benefit entertainment, cleverly coached by Miss Musser. The next event is the inter-class track meet, an annual exhibition sponsored by Mr. Torreyson. The Seniors are eager to win it, and characteristically hopeful. And now this history has been brought up to date. We trust the accomplishments of our promising classmates will justify an early reprinting, with a supplement that will outweigh the original. As intimated, we are characteristically hopeful. We think the class of ’28 Works toward the highest aims; We may be soon, and may be late— We reach them just the same. Parker Psaute. Turnty-Firc lllllll TkituriEBitrllti -TZKtikR Hennih n vmuN -CaHym-.r m fl fRu HfiScupr f - iiRtumaeJ AMUSE —U rt urrc y � � Tl to WMom Lm,e tiEWHHi- MlRI ye -rtic-HrCu BPHNce K rtfl E VXiK a - Tut RTS t owriefj Twenty-Seven The Oracle CLASS WILL Wc, the class of 1928, Auburn Township High School, city of Auburn, County of Sangamon, State of Illinois, being sound in mind and body, do hereby make this our last will and testament, declaring all former wills null and void. FIRST—To the Juniors we leave our balance at the bank, all cancelled checks, and a few requisition blanks. SECOND—To the Sophomores we bequeath our engaging personalities. THIRD—To the Freshmen we bequeath our superior intellect. FOURTH—To the Faculty we bequeath all of our unusual wit and humor. I, Adella Jenkins, do bequeath my Ford to someone who wishes to skip school. I. Howard Brasfield, do bequeath my extra credits to anyone who needs them. I. Jake Vole, do bequeath to Lucille Hutton all my inches over six feet. I. Dennis McLaughlin, do bequeath the worries of Editor-in-Chief to any future editor who hasn't any. I. Mary Elizabeth Fields, do bequeath my voice to the future Glee Clubs. I, Herman Neumann, do bequeath my German nicknames to Scotty and Bud, pro- vided they are used in a friendly spirit. I, John Dodds, do bequeath my vanity to Louis Kessler. I. Victor Psaute, do bequeath my athletic prowess to Raymond Workman. I. William Hutton, do bequeath my patent leather shoes to Hub Greenwood. I. Larue Smith, do bequeath my job as candy salesman to anyone who likes a thank- less job. I, John Mottar. do bequeath my soda fountain to Coach Gilbert. I. Pauline Bayliss. do bequeath my learning capacity to the English III class. We, the Duffey sisters, do bequeath our long walks home to Joe Nicholls and Georgina Mciklcjohn. I. Marjorie Butler, do bequeath my long list of unanswered questions to Harry Fitz- hugh. I. Margaret Geddes. do bequeath my skill in basketball to Agnes Pholod. I. George Harms, do bequeath my store of alibis to Bob Carr. I. Orlando Lorton. do bequeath my line of gab to Maurice Butler. I. Frances Leach, do bequeath my quiet disposition to Linda Tranquilly. T. Parker Psaute, do bequeath my ability as an actor to Lawrence Edwards. I. Hurley Ping, do bequeath my curly hair to Allan Thomas. I. Chasteen Craig, do bequeath my un-excused absence to Clifford Shutt. I. Jerusha Sumpter, do bequeath my long hair to Regina Donaldson. I. Kendall Nicholls, do bequeath Marion Burnett to Archibald Treat. I. Mary Etta Waddle, do bequeath my slenderness to Helen Smith. I. Helen Shields, do bequeath my timidity to Irene Seibert. I. Duwayne Andrews, do bequeath a dozen packages of chewing gum to future Eng- lish classes. SECTION I SECTION II Individual Bequests CLASS OF 1928. Witnesses: Orlando Lorton. Mary Elizabeth Fields Drawn up by: Jenkins and McLaughlin, Class Lawyers. Twenty-Hi ( lit When in the course of youthful events, it becomes necessary for a class to graduate and leave the High School, which has become endeared to them through a long four years of study, it seems proper that they should bid farewell to their Alma Mater at the close of their Class Day. A fitting thought to take away with us on the commencement of our life work is our class motto, that we have all tried to live up to. and that is taken from the initials of our school—A. T. H. S.—Ambition, Truth. Honor. Service. What a wealth of meaning these four words unfold: Ambition, like the enthusiasm that inspires a movement, like leaven- ing of bread, without which you cannot make a beginning: Truth and Honor the in- gredients of a movement; Service, the ultimate purpose of a movement. What is Ambition? It is not a desire for worldly fame. It is not a desire for wealth. True ambition should be a desire for the highest and noblest things of life. Abraham Lincoln, at New Orleans, said, on seeing the slaves sold on the market, “Boys, if ever I get a chance to hit that thing I'll hit it hard! One-third of a century later his ambition was realized and the slaves were free. Like the ambition of Lincoln, our ambitions should not be for self alone but for the benefit of mankind. Let us all strive for the right kind of Ambition. As we separate to go our various ways let us remember that Truth is a necessary requisite for a successful career. “To thine own self be true: And it must follow, as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man.’ Let us keep our shield of Honor bright even in defeat, for without honor victory is base. Ambition. Truth. Honor are good, but these are not sufficient. Service is neces- sary if any true success be obtained. Just as faith without works is dead in religion so Ambition. Truth, and Honor are futile without Service. W hat shall it profit a graduate of Auburn Township High School if there be Ambition, Truth, and Honor and no ex- pression through service? LIFE’S MIRROR There arc loyal hearts, there are spirits brave. There are souls that are pure and true; Then give to the world the best you have, And the best will come back to you. Give love, and love to your life will flow, A strength in your utmost need; Have faith, and a score of hearts will show Their faith in your word and deed. Give truth, and your gift will be paid in kind, And honor will honor meet: And a smile that is sweet will surely find A smile that is just as sweet. For life is the mirror of king and slave, ’Tis just what we arc and do; Then give to the world the best you have, And the best will come back to you. —Pauline Bavliss. Twenty-Niuf 'The Oracle Thirty The Oracle Y THE JUNIORS TOP ROW, Left to right: Raymond Williams, Florence Smith, Lawrence Edwards; Virginia Williamson, William Woolsev, Sylvia Homcz. SECOND ROW: William Woolary; Florence Bearden, Brooke Hill, Martha Staley, Paul Christopher, Christina Vole, Walter Luedkc. THIRD ROW: Virgil Williams, Zella Wilson, Charles Smothers, James MacMurdo, Robert Carr, Opal Turner. FOURTH ROW: Glenn Osborne, Olin Greenwood, Thelma Gheen, Rose Tranquilly, Frank Rush. NOT IN PICTURE: Louis Leshovisek. CLASS OFFICERS President, Paul Christopher Secretary-Treasurer. Robert Carr Vice President, Zella Wilson Faculty Advisor. Miss Hill CLASS COLORS: Old Rose and Gray Thirty-One FLOWER: Tea Rose MOTTO: Step Lively The 0 faci e CLASS OF ’29 ell, here we are! We look down over our rocky mountainous path and far below see tiny moving specks struggling to follow our footsteps to success. We notice some are lagging. Others are coming along and doing nobly. Many have weakened and fallen by the wayside in their efforts to attain the goal high above on the Peaks of Success. This reminds us of our own past struggles. When we began our journey as freshmen we encountered many distracting obstacles. In that first year we were forced to cling to each small crack and crevice, or fall from the steep cliff of Learning to the death of our education below. The second year of our struggle was marked by a great disaster. The boulders of Laziness and Discontent fell upon several of our members and crushed their feeble attempts to surmount the terrific obstacles strewn on their way. However, a few of us have survived the fray with time and hard work and are now coming to smoother paths on next to the last ledge below the summit. e hope to reach that peak in one more year of toil, led on by bubbling Ambition. Yea. Juniors-—Let’s Go! —Frank Rush. THE JUNIOR CLASS POEM With two successful seasons gone, We begin our Junior year, To work and win our way to fame. In the dear old high school here. The teachers and the principal Have helped us all along. In work and social events as well. And we’ll surely not go wrong. The class has stayed together And worked through thick and thin: And the way the Juniors progress now. We're sure we're going to win. I’lie question now we’d like to ask Is truly hard to guess: “( an you tell us what the Juniors are If they are not a success?” —Robert Carr. Thirty-Two Cognomen Florence Bearden Robert Carr Paul Christopher Lawrence Edwards Thelma Gheen Olin Greenwood Brooke Hill Sylvia Homez Walter Luedke Louis Leshovisek James MacMurdo Glenn Osborne Frank Rush Charles Smothers Florence Smith Martha Staley Rose Tranquilly Opal Turner Christina Vole Zclla Wilson Raymond Williams Virgil Williams Virginia Williamson William Woolsey The Oracle WE JUNIORS Nick Name Hobby Likely to be Smiley Giggling Bookkeeper Bob Talking Poet Chris Driving Chauffeur Slim Mumbling Hypnotizer Skinny Dreaming Missionary Hub Meanness Magician B rookie Sleeping Rich some day Shorty Long Studying Nurse Rattleboncs Riding Lawyer Lousy Baseball Big Leaguer Mac Farming Poultry man Sister Trapping Hobo Cyclone Fishing Interpreter Charlie Travelling Farmer Smitty Talking to Marj. Musician Tod Chewing gum Stenographer Rosie Laughing Little all her life Farmer Typing Calf sponsor Buck Black Bottom Seamstress Cupid Kissing Lady of Leisure Zack Kidding Dorothy Strong man Virgie Taming dogs Farmer Ginnic Horseback riding Farmer's wife Sardines Football Artist Thirty-Three ■■m The Oracle Thirty-Four The 0 faci e THE SOPHOMORES TOP ROW, reading left to right: Walter Casper, Ernest Pricco, George Taylor, Abbie Harms, Robert Hoke. Laura Taylor, Anna Neumann, Glenn Rigg. SECOND ROW'—Anna Kazlauski. Raymond Chism. Lawrence Williams. Lee Roy Young, Katherine McLaughlin, Sherwood Helms. Wilma Huffman. Llewellyn Crum. THIRD ROW: Rudolph Presker, Thomas Kirby, Elmer Morris, Alice Ray. Freta Pierce, Joseph Burtle, Wilbur Landers, Agnes Pohlod, Marie Van Winkle. FOURTH ROW: Frank Wheeler, John Million, Woodrow Hines, James Hutton. Harry Fitzhugh, Marcus Fraley, Jennie Rigg, Mary Zakaitis, Wayne Williams, Allen Thomas. FIFTH ROW: Genovefa Brian. Anna Pelton. Raymond Workman. Robert MacMurdo, Hiram Bpll, Jule Caccaitori, Clifford Shutt, Olga Tranquilly. NOT IN PICTURE: Isabel Pasnik. Mary Senckaukas. Silvio Smargiassi. CLASS OFFICERS President: Ernest Pricco SecretaryTreasurer: Anna Kazlauski Vice President: Woodrow Hines Faculty Advisor: Mr. McCormick COLORS: Red and White FLOWER: Dianthus Caryophyllus (Carnation) MOTTO: Rowing, not drifting Thirty-Five The 0facie SOPHOMORE RETROSPECT Grandmother Fuller surveyed the clamoring group at her feet with loving eyes. Tt was the bedtime story hour, and the expectant children could not be put off any longer. “Just for a change from the usual story, let us wipe away the dust of the past year and bring into light the history of the Class of ’30,” she began. Here she paused, waiting for the vote of her little word. Grandmother spoke in a soft Southern drawl that invariably captivated her listeners. As no comments were made, she went on: “On the sixth of September, 1926, the Class of ’30 ascended the first rung of the ladder of success. On that day they entered the portals of the Auburn High School, but not without trepidation. They must needs undergo many tests from upper classmen before they could be fully accepted as part of the school.” She went on to describe in detail initiation, and told of how the Freshmen seemed to be in a maze of looking glasses that dazed them so they knew not where to turn. “Later class officers were elected.’’ she resumed. “Those chosen were Glenn Rigg. President; Abbie Harms, Vice-President; Marie Van Winkle, Treasurer. This was all done under the direction of the sponsor, Mr. McCormick. Class colors and motto were also selected. The Class of ’30 kept to the straight and narrow path with the motto, ‘Rowing, not drifting,’ while red and white inspired a feeling of deep loyalty to each other. Near the close of the year a long-anticipated weiner roast was held. All participants enjoyed themselves hugely.” She readjusted her lorgnette and went on: “The year closed, a highly successful one. and the members of the class went their various ways, to enjoy their three months’ respite. “Again that fall, most of them returned, armed for another struggle for success. They enjoyed themselves while torturing the Freshmen in the ways that had been taught them the year before. “Class Officers were again elected, still under the leadership of Mr. McCormick. Ernest Pricco was made President; Frank Rush, Vice-President; Woodrow Hines, Secre- tary; and Anna Kazlauskie. Treasurer. “The Class of ’30 have only begun their history,” said Grandmother Fuller. “When they become Seniors they hope to have accomplished things really worth while. . .• And now, children, it’s way past your bed time, and you must hurry off to bed. If I tell you too long a story tonight, there’ll be none tomorrow. Run along.” And she kissed each child good-night. —Anna Kazlauski. SOPHOMORE CLASS POEM Behold. We are the Sophomores, Of course you ought to know, But we are of the only kind That the A. T. H. S. grows. We arc climbing the rounds of a ladder. With only the top as our goal. We’ve made several yards with a few more to gain And will get there, as everyone knows. We’ve tried the patience of teachers, But down in our hearts we are true, And stay with our work, never consciously shirk, For that is the right thing to do. Our motto is always before us, “Rowing, not drifting,” we say, And there isn’t a class in the wide wide world That is equal to ours today. —Freta Pierce Thirty-Six It was a cold day in the latter part of January. It had been snowing outside all day and my fire felt good. I drew my chair up close to it and fell to dreaming. I was going home the next day, after having spent twenty years in Canada. I started early in the morning, and followed my dog sled to the nearest railroad station. I fell behind the sled and began to think of some of my old classmates and the class of ’30. Through letters from Olga Tranquilly and Kathryn McLaughlin, now in the movies, I heard about some of them. They had told me that Marcus Fraley was one of the leading film stars. They also said that Agnes Pohlod had married Lee Roy Young and that they, in company with Wilbur Landers and his wife, formerly Freta Fierce, were honeymooning in Paris. Arriving in Boston, I went directly to a teachers' meeting to which the public was invited. George Taylor, an old schoolmate, and one of the class of '30, made the open- ing speech. Then Ernest Pricco spoke on that old topic. “The Younger Generation of Today.” Rudolph Presker gave a talk on “Best Painting,” followed by a capably deliv- ered speech on “Athletics for Women” by my old friend, Esther Maggs. The next morning I left on the first train for Chicago. On my way to the station I bought a paper. Glancing over it, my eyes fell upon the headlines, “Harvard Trims Yale; Rigg Stars.” Surprise followed surprise. On the train. I discovered that the Pullman conductor was none other than Llewellyn Crum. He told me that Marie Van Winkle now operated an exclusive shop on Fifth Avenue, and Anna Pelton was her man- ager. Anna Kazlauski, he said, had a beauty shop in San Francisco, and John Burtle was a painless dentist. He added that Allen Thomas was the leader of an orchestra at the Ritz in New York City, and that John Million was a senator from Illinois. I spent very little time in Chicago, and reached Auburn on the morning of the third day. file schoolhouse stood where it used to, conveniently near the station, so I went over for a brief visit. To my great astonishment, I found Alice Ray teaching Mathe- matics and Jennie Rigg English. “You’ll meet Frank Wheeler if you care to go up to the Biology room,” said Jennie; and to be sure, there he was, busily telling a class how to dissect a frog. When the period was over, Frank obligingly told me something about a few of our old classmates. Clifford Shutt, he said, was running his father’s jewelry store uptown, with Thomas Kirby as his partner. Wilma Huffman—I can hardlv believe it yet—was an aeroplane pilot, and had made her first non-stop flight around the world under the pseudonym of the great Wilyou Holdim. James Hutton was taming wild horses out West, and Bud Hines, with Harry Fitzhugh. were travelling comedians. He added that Anna Newmann had married Lawrence Williams and they were living on a fruit farm in Oregon. Elmer Morris was an old bachelor living west of Auburn. Hiram Bell, his nearest neighbor, had married a movie star and settled down to domestic quiet. On the way up town I saw an Italian selling fruit in an attractive booth. As I drew nearer, I recognized him as Juel Caccaitori. He told me that Greaser was the owner of the old Solomon coal mine, that Sherwood Helms had an up-to-date meat market on the square, that Raymond Chism was a well known pugilist, and that Walter Casper was a preacher somewhere in Utah. Raymond Workman was coaching the 1 . of Southern California football team, while Robert MacMurdo and Bob Hoke were both living on allowances given them by their fathers. I thanked Juel for his interesting in- formation, and went on up town. From a clerk at the drug store I learned that there would be a matinee performance at the show that afternoon. I hastily ordered lunch at a restaurant, and crossed the square to the theatre. At the window, selling tickets. I saw Isabel Pasnik, who told me that Mary Zakaitis owned the show. Before she had time to go on, some one behind me cried. “Abbic Harms!” I whirled around to see who it was, and there stood Laura Taylor, at the head of a line of thirty youngsters, aged from three to fourteen. She explained that she was the matron of an Orphans’ home, and had brought her charges down for the matinee. Just then I awoke with a start. My dog had come in and left the door open. The fire was out, and the cabin was cold. “Thanks be,” I shivered, “that I’m leaving this country tomorrow.” —Abbie Harms. Thirty-Seven The Oracle A rhirty-Iiifjht Jhe Oracle THE FRESHMEN TOP ROW, reading left to right: John Vewan, Joe Herron. Helen Smith, Joe Nicholls, John Zavistosky, Melvin Burnett, Ethel Shcerin, Keitli Seales. SECOND ROW: James Irwin, Esther Maggs, Marion Burnett, Anna Tator, Regina Donaldson, Velma Woolary, Alma Mottarshaw, Ella Miles. THIRD ROW: Marion Yasinski, August Spagnoli, Norma France, Doris Lanham, Amelia Meaner, Josephine Tomazin, Katherine Hatcher, Alice Herron, Louisa Wun- derlich; Thomas Urbanski; Paul Bancroft. FOURTH ROW: Beatrice Foster. Lucille Buckman. Sarah Snell. Hilma Lorton, Catherine Trogola, Evelyn Dougherty, Leonora Olari. Louis Kessler, Philip Wine- man. Georgina Meiklejohn. 1TETH ROW: Rachel Vaughn, Sam Logue, Lucille Hutton, Robert Williamson, Mar- jorie Buckman. William Leshovisek. C hester Burnett. Irene Siebert, Hazel Rayfield, William Bramlett. BO I POM ROW: Dale Treat, Frank Kuehner, Raman Schlicht. William Walker, Freda Workman. Linda Tranquilly, Maurice Butler. NOT IN PICTURE: Mildred Frantz. CLASS OFFICERS President. Joe Nicholls Secretary, Keith Seales Vice-President. Regina Donaldson Treasurer, Linda Tranquilly Faculty Advisor, Mr. Torreyson COLORS: Old Rose and Gold FLOWER: Rose MOTTO: Onward is our Aim h' Thirty-Wine SEPT. 7—It wasn't the heat registered by the thermometer that bathed me in a sea of perspiration this morning. It was simply the hot-and-cold of fear—desperation! I REGISTERED! Now I'm a Freshman, and 1 feel as if my whole future had suddenly begun to tumble in upon me. SEPT. 8—I was so anxious to be off to school this morning that I ran off from a perfectly good breakfast. It didn’t help me much to get there early, though. When classes began, I followed the biggest crowd, hoping it was going where I wanted to go. I felt so silly when I discovered it was a Chemistry class, that I went back to the assembly and stayed there all morning. SEPT. 9—I got to most of my classes on time today. But I’m still wondering why everybody laughed at me in Latin class. When Miss M. was taking roll, I forgot to answer “Present”. “Where are you, Ima?” she asked; and I said, “I don’t know.” I thought that was the answer all Freshies were supposed to make for the first week or so. OCT. 1—I'm only eight months from being a Sophomore now. I dare walk through the halls alone with seven Seniors staring at me, and I can talk to a Junior without stut- tering. I haven’t become as brave as one Freshman I know, though, who said, when a Soph advised him to “cheer up and drown his sorrow,” “I would,—but the teacher’s stronger than I am.” That Freshie will be great some day! NOV. 1—I’m glad Dad made me take lessons on the saxophone last year. Now I'm in the band, and wear a middy suit with a blue tic. DEC. 14—Mr. Belton stopped the band in the middle of a piece today, and said, “My goodness, there was a terrible discord in the saxophone section just now!” I don’t see how there could have been. I wasn't even playing. JAN. 7—I never mentioned initiation before, because I made up my mind I’d never record anything in this diary that I was ashamed of. But last night I dreamed about it. Every detail just as plain! I awoke just as I had fallen into a tub of cold water and been told to bury myself in a bin of sawdust. I screamed, and Mother asked me if the vacuum cleaner had disturbed me. FEB. 12—A little black dog came to school today. Miss H. said it acted just like me. I asked her after class what she had meant, and she answered, “It sat gazing around all the time.” I wish I had been Abe Lincoln. I’ll bet he didn’t have to go to school on his birthday. MARCH 10—I’m getting pretty tired of being a Freshie. There’s nothing in the old idea that Sophs arc smarter, either. Wait till next year! I’ll show everybody! APRIL 1—I surely did fool a big Junior today. He came up to me in the hall and said, “Hey there, Freshie, you’ve got a streak of soot on your chin.” And I just answered without a flicker, “Haven’t either; I washed my face right before I left home.” MAY 21—I’d feel a lot better if I had made all my book reports, and had my notebooks up to date. Most of my teachers tell me I’m going to flunk. I’d hate that, but still I have one comfort. By next fall they’ll have forgotten all about flunking me, and I can go ahead with the rest of the class. If no one sees this diary, that’s one secret I’ll never tell. —Leonora Olari. FRESHMEN Sing a song of Freshmen, Standing in a row, Watching all the Students, Wondering where to go. Teachers in their classroom, Frowns upon their face. Making all the Freshmen, Conscious of disgrace. Sing a song of Freshmen, Looking in the door. Asking for direction, Hear the Students roar. ’Long comes the teacher, Scowling down the hall. Looking for his Freshies, -----Now he’s found them all. forty The Oracle FRESHMAN HOPE CHEST Paul Bancroft: To he a coach at the U. of I. William Bramlett: To make the first team in basketball some day. Lucile Buckman: To be queen of Irish hearts. Marion Burnett: Archibald. Chester Burnett: To obtain a self-starter for that Ford. Melvin Burnett: To play football in the gym. Maurice Butler: That combs will shortly become extinct. Evelyn Daugherty: Her ideal—Fritz Kreisler. Regina Donaldson: To hook at least one boy. Beatrice Foster: To miss as much school as possible. Mildred Frantz: To swim the Channel. Katherine Hatcher: To look like a boy. Alice Herron: To get an “A” in English or an “E”. Joseph Herron: To be a professional football player. Lucille Hutton: That she may keep Marion Yasinski. James Irwin: To chew gum in class. Louis Kessler: To get a date with Helen. Frank Kuehner: To shoot from the middle of the gym. Doris Lanham: To have Keith all to herself. William Leshovisek: To be as tall as Spiz. Sam Logue: To keep Lucile Buckman. Hilma Lorton: That her future name may be MacHine. Georgina Meiklejohn: To be the size of Florence Smith. Amelia Mezner: To have the longest hair in the world. Ella Miles: That she will soon hear from Howard Andrews. Joseph Nicholls: That his tires will hold up until he gets to Taylorville. Leonora Olari: To make “A’s” and sometimes “A+”. Hazel Rayfield: To keep Glenn “Ossie”. Raman Schlicht: That the old can will hold out to Carlinvillc. Keith Seales: To become a real sheik. Irene Seibert: To become a bathing beauty. Ethel Sheerin: To find a good looking “One”. Helen Smith: To play like Paderwhiskey. Sarah Snell: To ride like Paul Revere. August Spagnoli: To own a shoe store some day. Anna Tater: Always to have plenty of spuds. Josephine Tomazin: That long hair will soon become the style. Linda Tranquilly: Always to be able to get her fifty feet of spaghetti per day. Catherine Trogolo: To keep Marion Yasinski away from Lucile Hutton. Dale Treat: His only hope: Marion Burnett. Thomas Urbanski: To keep away Jacksonville. Rachael Vaughn: To get a boy friend. Robert Williamson: Always to be a good little boy. Philip Wineman: To become a second Caruso. Louvisa Wunderlick: To get Wee Woy Young. Marion Yasinski: To sell plenty of ice. John Yevan: To become a good track man. John Zavistosky: To play quarterback some day. Louis Kessler. Forty-One 'The Oracle A FAMOUS imzw rR05H Forty-Two Athletics Strength matched with strength, and power confronted power THE TEMPEST The 0 fac I e FOOTBALL Thomas Gilbert, Coach Winning all hut the Virden and Waverlv games. Coach Gilbert had a very successful year with our football squad. These defeats were partly due to had breaks. Gilbert was always found pulling for his team, giving them the benefit of his wide range of football strategy. Charles “Nip” Poska, End Captain Poska was always a reliable player, on the defense as well as on the offense, lie can hurl passes as skilfully as catch them, he was punter and drop kicker. His absence next year will leave a place hard to fill. Ernest “Ernie” Pricco, Center Ernie’s fine work at center, and the use of his head entitled him to next year's captaincy. He was a fine passer from the pivot position as well as a good shock absorber for the opponents’ rushes. Poska Gilbert Pricco Forty-Pi:c Silvio “Greaser” Smargiassi, Full-back You have to go a long way to find as dependable a full-back as “Greaser.” He was a good interference runner and could sure hit the line. When it conies to blocking holes on defense, there is none better. He is a Sophomore. Raymond “Zack” Williams, Half-back A heady player who has yet to find the end he cannot skirt. He is place kicker and also passes. A better fighter on defense or a more aggressive player on offense is hard to find. Zack has one more vear. Rudolph “Rudy” Presker, half-back Although weighing only one hundred and thirty pounds, Presker was one of the best halves on the M. S. M. He was hurt at the close of last year, but came back and played in every game this year. Tt was Rudy’s play that won the Carlinville game, and helped to win the others. Victor “Red” Psaute, Quarter-back While not calling signals, Red handled the ball with unfailing accuracy. He alternated with George Bartolazzi. Red was laid up part of the year, as was George. Red was a sure and hard fackler. hardly ever missing his man. He is a senior. Frank “Scotty” Wheeler, Half- and Full-back A light but snappy player. He is a hard hitter, fast runner, and a clever dodger. With a couple of years more. Scotty ought to be a valuable man. Smargiassi Williams Presker Psaute Wheeler Forty Six v The 0facie FOOTBALL BIOGRAPHIES Glenn “Nanners” Rigg, End A veteran of last year, he held down the right end of the line. He was fast and always down for the tackle on punts. Glenn has two more years. Paul “Pappy” Christopher, End Pappy broke into a few games, winning his letter. He was still green, but he ought to make a good addition to the team next year. Pappy belongs to the Junior class.' Jake “Spiz” Vole, Tackle The tallest man on the team. He used his height and brain to stop op- ponent’s play. A better player or fighter is hard to find. He will be missed next vear. Herman “Jason” Neumann, Guard and Tackle Neumann alternated at guard and tackle and played a very good game at both. This was his first year, but he developed into a steady man. He is a Senior. Kendall “Nick” Nicholls, Tackle Nick played a fine game at tackle. He seems to have a knack of figuring out opponents’ plays. He is a sure and hard tackier, very often throwing his opponent for a loss. He will be missed next year. Rigg Christopher Vole Neumann Nicholls Forty-Seven Sherwood “Bone Helms, Guard Although inexperienced. Helms showed great promise in the games he played. He is another light guard. A Sophomore. Louis “Lousy” Leshovisek, Guard A small but lighting guard, l ie was in every play and smeared up many rushes. The old tradition of the heavier the guard the better, was disproved by this fighting Junior. Charles “Charlie” Smothers, Guard Charles got started late, but delivered the goods just the same. He was steady and reliable, playing a good game at either guard. He has another year. William “Bill” Woolsey, Guard This was Bill’s second year of play, but he could block opponents’ rushes and open a hole for charges with the consistency of a veteran. He is a Junior. Brooke “Brookie” Hill, Center Brooke played center whenever he got a chance. Pricco was only a shade better, but that shade counts. He will be a great addition to the team next year. Helms Leshovisek Smothers Woolsey Hill I'orty-Eif lil AUBURN 0 SPRINGFIELD 0 The old saying that a good offense is a team’s best defense held true when Auburn met Springfield at Springfield, September 24. This game was characterized by the steady offense of the visiting team. Springfield expected to walk all over Auburn, but was only saved from defeat by a fumble on the one-foot line. AUBURN 13 CARLINVILLE 0 This game was postponed from Saturday until Monday, October 1. The Gilbert lads went with the expectation of holding Carlinville to a tie. As it turned out. the Auburn interference with Presker behind it, crossed the goal line twice. AUBURN 24 DIVERNON 0 The first conference game, on October 8. proved to be rather easy. It furnished part of the program for the County Institute at Riverton. Auburn was ahead during the whole game. Williams was the best performer on the field, scoring three of the four touchdowns. Almost all the second team played. AUBURN 26 PAWNEE 0 This game, held at Pawnee, was another notch toward the third place in the M. S. M. It was interesting from the fact that Captain Poska intercepted a pass and ran eighty yards for a touchdown. The second team again played. AUBURN 32 ILLIOPOLIS 7 Another home game with a runaway for the locals. Poska again broke loose for an eightv-yard run on an intercepted pass. Illiopolis got its score in the last minutes of play. The second team was playing at the time. AUBURN 28 GIRARD 6 This game, played at Auburn, October 29. was rather a disappointment in that the Girard team could not furnish enough opposition for the home team. All second team men got a chance to play again. Wheeler, a sophomore substitute, made several good gains through the line. AUBURN 0 VIRDEN 30 This Armistice game held at Virden was seen by 5.000 people, the largest crowd ever assembled to witness a prep football game in Central Illinois. The Auburn lads received a couple of tough breaks and several penalties which resulted in a touchdown for Virden. After the second quarter it started to rain and the local team, much heavier than the visitors, walked all over Auburn. Our best players were Greaser and Nick, who both played a wonderful defensive game. AUBURN 6 WAVERLY 12 The Auburn team came onto the field feeling that there wasn’t a chance of Waverly winning. The Waverly boys carried the fight the first quarter and with a bad decision made two touchdowns. The local team came back fighting in the second half and came within an ace of beating Waverly. Forty-Nine The Oracle FOOTBALL SUMMARIES A. T. H. S. Opponents A. T. H. S. 0 Springfield 0 A. T. H. S. 13 Carlinville 0 A. T. H. S. 24 Divernon 0 A. T. H. S. 26 Pawnee 0 A. T. H. S. 32 Uliopolis 7 A. T. H. S. 28 Girard 6 A. T. H. S. 0 Virden 30 A. T. H. S. 6 Waverlv 12 129 55 Individual Scoring T.D. P.T. Total Williams ... 8 6 54 Smargiassi . 4 1 25 Presker . . . . 4 0 24 3 2 20 Leshovisek . 1 0 6 20 9 129 All-Star Team Members Poska . .M.S.M. All-Central State (Honorable Mention) Smargiassi.. . .M.S.M. Vole . .M.S.M. Neumann.....M.S.M. Nicholls, K... M.S.M. Williams....M.S.M. (2nd team) Fifty TThe 0 faci e THE BASKETBALL TEAM TOP ROW: Ernest Pricco. Thomas Gilbert. Coach; Herman Neumann. E. L. McCormick. Athletic Manager; Kendall Nicholls. SECOND ROW: Frank Dolenc. Victor Psaute, Jake Vole, Louis Lesho- visek. Orlando Lorton. The 1928 season started out as one of the best Auburn has ever had. The team won seven straights before being hit by their tournament jinx. After a defeat by Delavan at the Greenview tournament, the boys never seemed to recover. However, thanks to Waverly, the team won the NT. S. M. Conference championship for the second consecutive year. As a whole, the season may be counted a very successful one. Fifty-One 'The 0facie THE BASKETBALL TEAM CAPTAIN JAKE “SPIZ” VOLC Spiz was a wonder under the basket. His height gave him an advantage over lesser opponents, which he used to his betterment. He was always fighting and played many times when playing caused great physical pain. His work will be missed next year. VICTOR “RED” PSAUTE Red’s second name is Basketball. He was a whirlwind at forward shooting in any position, and playing well with the rest of the team. A better all around man for the front line is hard to find. LOUIS “LOUZY” LESHOVISEK Louzy played a fine game at forward and could be counted on for his share of the points. He is said to be a dead eye from the right side of the floor, and lives up to this reputation. This is Louzy’s first year on the squad. CHARLES “NIP” POSKA Poska is known as one of the best guards in the state. He is a hard man to get around, and can play well under the basket. He will be a great loss to the team next year. KENDALL “NICK” NICHOLLS Nick played well at either forward. He was a handy utility man. His defense work stood out exceptionally well for a forward. This is his first letter year. HERMAN “JASON” NEUMANN Neumann was defeated for a place on the first team only by Vole. In any other place Newmann would be considered a real addition to the team. While playing he showed a good floor game, although not accurate at the hoop. LARUE “SMITTIE” SMITH Smith, while green, still showed the instincts of a player. He was good under the basket, second only to Captain Vole. This is his first year in trying for the team, or he might have made regular. ORLANDO “BANDY” LORTON Bandy Lorton, the smallest man on the squad, showed some flashy playing this year. Handicapped by his shortness, he could not make the team, but he could be relied on to play a fast game when put in. His fast floor work, his shooting ability, and stick-to-it-iveness, made him a man not to be trifled with. He will graduate this year, and will be greatly missed next season. FRANK “FRANKIE” DOLENC Frankie started the second semester. He was a good guard, and handled the ball well. He was always hustling and was hard to get by. He was practically the best shot on the team, although not making as many points as the rest. ERNEST “ERNIE” PRICCO Pricco was not as experienced as the others, but developed into a handy man. He displayed a great deal of style in his floor work, and guarding. He will be a valuable asset to the team next year. Fifty-Two AUBURN 18 GIRARD 7 The Girard lads threw a real scare into home fans when the half ended, 8-7. But the Auburn quintet rallied in the last quarter and walked away from them. AUBURN 37 SPRINGFIELD 22 The Capital City cagers lost their third game to the Auburn crew. I he home team played with such flawless team work that the visitors were unable to keep the ball in their possession long enough to make the required points. AUBURN 37 WAVERLY 15 Waverly received an unpleasant surprise at the hands of the Auburn quintet. They were supposed to he an equal match for any of the M. S. M. contenders. The Auburn lads went out with the determination to win or die trying. AUBURN 29 VIRDEN 10 The Auburn team virtually' cinched the M. S. M. by defeating the Virdcn quintet. The game was more closely contested than the score indicates. The Yirden loopers were unable to complete as many shots as the Auburn aggregation, thereby losing the game. AUBURN 35 GIRARD 5 The Girard lads proved their old jinx by holding the Auburn group in leash the first half. The second half was a different story, when the Auburn cagers started sinking them from all corners of the floor. 1 he team work was the outstanding feature of the game. AUBURN 29 WAVERLY 22 For the second time the Waverly cagers were unable to do anything with the home team. A well organized, slow breaking, hard playing team routed the Waverly boys without much trouble. Thev never were close throughout the entire game. GREENVIEW TOURNAMENT AUBURN 20 BEASON 19 The scribes had the Auburn teams the underdogs. This game was a very slow affair, both teams playing a strong defense and not opening up on offense. This proved be- yond a doubt the strength of the Auburn quintet in this department. AUBURN 15 DELAVAN 21 The Delavan lads sprang a surprise by using a new man. He was fast enough to beat Auburn and carry his own team into the finals. AUBURN 21 PAWNEE 10 The Auburn seconds had better luck than the first, beating Pawnee while the first were losing to Delavan at the Greenview Tournament. The Pawnee lads were never a dangerous threat. Vifty-Thrcc 'The 0facie THE GAMES ASHLAND TOURNAMENT AUBURN 21 MODESTO 22 Auburn received an unpleasant surprise by dropping a hot contest to Modesto. The home team was unable to recover, after allowing the Modesto boys to get the lead, to pull out a victory. AUBURN 16 I. S. D. 21 The lads from the School for the Deaf proved too much for the Auburn boys, by trimming them 16-21. The inaccuracy at hitting the hoop was very pronounced on the part of Auburn, while the Jacksonville boys were more proficient. AUBURN 11 VIRDEN 16 Auburn extended their losing streak to four by dropping the second game with Virden. This unsettled the Auburn boys from a sure thing title race. The home team showed every symptom of being stale. AUBURN 19 I. S. D. 21 The second game with I. S. I), was lost only after an overtime period. The game was practically sewed up when the Deaf fellows woke up and went past the home team. Psaute tied it up in the last seconds and I. S. D. won in the overtime. COUNTY TOURNAMENT AUBURN 30 NEW BERLIN 28 Auburn upset the dope to break their losing streak and beat New Berlin. The best basketball of the year was shown in this game. It gave Auburn a chance to play Uliopolis. AUBURN 36 ILLIOPOLIS 24 The Uliopolis lads were unable to get near the Auburn quintet in this game. Vole, center for Auburn, rang up 18 points, high score in the tournament. AUBURN 20 BALL 31 The farmers from Ball Township uncorked an exhibition of play equal to any per- formance ever seen in high school competition. The ball seemed to have eyes and run to the basket. This gave Auburn second place in the tournament. AUBURN 24 PAWNEE 17 The Auburn second team were not allowed to play this game. The boys from Paw- nee kept the first team hustling to beat them. The last quarter was a thriller, with the Pawnee boys ahead four points at one time. DISTRICT TOURNAMENT AUBURN 9 CARLINVILLE 38 The District Tournament found them weakened by the loss of their captain and their best guard. Vole and Poska respectively. Without these two fellows they didn’t have a chance but they fought just as hard as if they had been there. Fifty-Four A. T. H. S. 18 Girard 7 A. T. H. S. 37 Springfield 22 A. T. H. S. 37 Waverly 15 A. T. H. S. 29 Virden 10 A. T. H. S. 35 Girard 5 A. T. H. S. 29 Waverly 22 A. T. H. S. 20 Reason 19 A. T. H. S. 15 Delavan 21 A. T. M. S. 21 Pawnee 10 A. T. H. S. 21 Modesto 22 A. T. H. S. 16 I. S. D. 21 A. 'I'. H. S. 11 Virden 16 A. T. H. S. 19 I. S. D. 21 A. T. H. S. 30 New Berlin 28 A. T. H. S. 36 llliopolis 24 A. T. H. S. 20 Ball 31 A. T. H. S. 24 Pawnee 17 A. T. II. S. 9 Carlinville 38 427 Opponents 349 INDIVIDUAL SCORES “Red” Psaute 118 ‘Spiz” Vole 106 “Louzy” Leshovisek ... 85 “Nip” Poska 46 “Nick” Nickolls 21 “Frankie” Dolenc 18 Zack Williams 12 “Smitie” Smith 10 Greaser Smargiassi . . 4 Jason Neumann 4 “Bandy” Lorton 3 427 Fifty-Five TEAM lifly-Six Activities Be not afeared; the isle is full of noises, Sounds and sweet airs, that give delight, and hurt not. MUCH ADO T I—IE 5TRFF Fifly-Xine The labor we del iff lit in fihysies fain. THE BAND TOP ROW: Mr. Torreyson, Opal Turner. Christina Vole. John Dodds, Glenn Osborn. SECOND ROW: Philip Wineman. Frank Wheeler. Leonora Olari. Virgil Williams. Raymond Workman, Allen Thomas. Brooke Hill. THIRD ROW: John Mottar. Louis Kessler, Wayne Williams. FOURTH ROW: Rudolph Presker. Keith Seals. Charles Smothers, Lee Roy Young, Olin Greenwood, Robert Carr, Victor Psaute. BOTTOM ROW: Mr. Belton, director, Frank Rush. Harry Fitzhugh, Howard Brasfield. The Band, under the capable leadership of Prof. Belton, furnished music for many athletic events during the year. At the personal request of Gover- nor Small, they gave a demonstration at the Hard Road Booster meeting in Jacksonville in December. Sixty ■The 0 facie THE ORCHESTRA TOP ROW: Marjorie Butler, Mr. Belton, Director; Florence Smith. Allen Thomas. SECOND ROW: John Mottar, Robert Carr, Victor Psaute. Louis Kessler. THIRD ROW: Frank Wheeler, Evelyn Dougherty, Frank Rush, Harry Fitzhugh, William Hutton. Leonora Olari. The Orchestra displayed their talents at the various plays and pro- grams given by the school this year. They also played for several clubs and banquets. The HIGH SCHOOL CHORUS progressed rapidly for a first effort. They appeared once in a program given for the benefit of the Band. Chosen members of the Chorus gave an operetta. “TRIAL BY JURY.” which was proclaimed a success bv all. The Girls’ Quartette furnished delightful music at this program. Later, they competed in the county tournament. Sixty-One 'The Oracle DRAMATICS FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE PLAY This year marks the first time in the history of our school that the Freshmen and Sophomores have given a play. It was such a success that we wonder why they never staged one before. The play was entitled, “A POOR MARRIED MAN. It abounded with fun and wise cracks, and especially lobster salad. Mr. Belton deserves credit for his able coaching. The cast follows: John B. Wise, the poor married man Llewellyn Crum Zoie, his wife and Mrs. Ford’s daughter -Ethel Sheerin Mrs. Ford, Mother-in-law Anna Kazlauski Billie Blake, Zoic's old-time sweetheart ............ Philip ineman June Graham, daughter of the doctor.............................. Doris Lanham Dr. Matthew Graham, country doctor Robert Hoke Jupiter, negro servant I. mL Kesslei Miss Wilson, college girl reporter .— -..-.................. -Agnes Pohlod SENIOR BENEFIT PLAYS Two Senior benefit plavs, the characters taken from all the classes, were given in March. They were: “OH! PETER! PETER! ' and “ONE ON MABEL.” The plays were coached by Miss Musser, to whom the Class of '28 tender a sincere expression of appreciation. Clever specialty numbers were given between the major parts of the entertainment: “Dance of the Glow-worms.” “I. Maggie and Me,” and “Wait Till the Cows Come Home.” JUNIOR PLAY The Junior Play, “POOR FATHER.” given under the competent direction of Mr. Belton, proved a decided success, as everyone who saw it can tell you. The well-chosen cast is as follows: William Tompkins, a hard-pressed father Paul ( hristopher Clifford Tompkins, a student of Psychology Walter Luedke Harold Caldwell, always in the way—......................................- Frank Rush Sidney Dummel, a wealthy bachelor Robert Carr George Washington Brown, a trifler with the truth Glenn Osborne Sergeant O’Connor, of the Police James McMurdo Mary Tompkins, a distracted mother Sylvia Homez Gladys, the eldest daughter Zella il n Bessie, another daughter - --Rose I ranquilly Caroline, another daughter ...........-........—.....---------- Christina Vole Marie, the new French maid Florence Smith Vivian Laramie, an actress irgmia illiamson SENIOR CLASS PLAY Ably coached by Mr. Belton, the Seniors produced a very successful play. “ANNE WHAT’S HER NAME. witnessed by a large, appreciative audience. The cast is given below: Anthony Wheat (Tony), a victim of circumstances................. John Dodds. Jr. Burks, his valet, faithful to the end Parker Psaute Marjorie, a very modern young woman Marjorie Butler Aunt Julia, the Judge’s sister-in-law Pauline Bayliss Barbara, a flapper who flaps..... . -...-................ Mary Elizabeth Fields Mocney. the temperamental maid with nerves Adella Jenkins Willie Peabody, the boy from next d � r illiam Hutton Doran, a plain clothes detective Orlando Lofton Gran’ma, aged 82. but with young ideas Mary Etta Waddle Louise Byers, her companion Mamie Duffey Judge Bunby, the head of the house...................................Howard Brasfield Doc Aked. a friend of the family Dennis McLaughlin Nancy Brown, the girl from the Rosedale Margaret Geddes Ebenezer Whittle, the Judge’s nephew Chasteen Craig Mrs. Ebenezer Whittle, looking for Ebenezer Frances Leach Two Little Whittles— Six!'.-Two 'The Oracle V SOCIAL EVENTS SENIOR WEINER ROAST Chaperoned by the teachers, Miss Rice, Miss Smith, and Mr. Torreyson, the Senior class journeyed to Irwin's Park September 22, and spent a very delightful evening roast- ing weiners and marshmallows. The time was short, however, as most of the party wished to hurry home and tune in on the big Dempsey and Tunney fight. Before leaving, an imitation ten-round match was held. The participants enjoyed it as much as the spectators. FRESHMAN WEINER ROAST Early in the season, almost half a hundred Freshmen with a generous sprinkling of Sophs, Juniors, and Seniors, under the leadership of Mr. Torreyson, spent a short but pleasant evening at the Park. This date marked the first social gathering, the first weiner � oast of the Class of '31. Of course the party broke up early, as the little Freshies must be home before dark. Later, a Valentine party was given exclusively for the Freshmen. Rumors say that it was far above expectations, the insinuation having been, of course, that the Freshies couldn’t stage a successful party. It was well attended by students and faculty. JUNIOR WEINER ROAST From a Junior’s diary: “This is a lovely Fall day. I wish I could look forward to as pleasant an evening as I spent last night. We Juniors had a weiner roast at Irwin’s Park. Miss Hill, our advisor Miss Rice, and a score of Juniors and members of other classes made up the party. Everyone was out for a good time, and no one was dis- appointed. Ask Opal or Virginia! Miss Rice says she will remember it by just thinking of the windy ride back in Papy’s car.” SOPHOMORE WEINER ROAST The Soph-o-mores, naturally, must follow the fad and have a weiner roast. But just to be different, they had theirs in Dodds’ timber. Mr. McCormick was in charge of the entertainment. Everyone had a good time. Sufficient cars were not available, so a few guests had to go on horseback. This only added to the hilarity of the evening, however. FOOTBALL BANQUET The annual Football Banquet saw the team as guests of the Rotary Club at a big dinner in the basement of the M. E. Church. A large number of students, teachers, and friends were present. Rev. Stringham, toastmaster, announced early in the evening that the program was to be broadcasted by remote control. A microphone was placed on the speakers’ table, temptingly and conveniently near the artists. Two of the guests thought they “smelled a rat,” so they sneaked outside and dsicovered—a loose end of a wire leading to the microphone! A lonesome black cat prowling around just then was captured, tied to the wire—and almost, but not quite, thrown in the window to the banquet hall. When the hoax was revealed, hilarity reigned supreme. Sixty-Three 'The Oracle SOCIAL EVENTS ROMAN BANQUET ou have all heard of banquets, but have you ever heard of a “Roman Banquet in Auburn? Such an event did take place in the M. E. Church sponsored by the Latin classes, under the direction of Miss Musser. The room was decorated like a Roman banquet hall, the menu was printed in Latin, and the dinner was served in the Style of Caesar’s day. Even the pro- gram was in the manner of the entertainment of an Old Roman feast, with music, dancing, and the telling of jokes by the guests. The invitations read as follows: “Tu ad ‘Cenatu Romanam' die duodecimo ante Kalendas Januari adesse invitaris. Tempus: Septem e medio hora Locus: Methodist Church.” 'I lie menu, given below, was delicious. You'll just have to take our word for it: “Ab Ovo Usque Ad Mala” tomacula Gustatio Ferculum primum lactuca sapitata pipera Ferculum secuncum aper umber radices just illi ova panis sicera vividia spagetti lac gelidum Fructus rapa janis siligineus Ferculum tertium crusta cum malis Ferculum quartum nucus Gemmissatio Vinum Innaculum SENIOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY Choruses of “We want a party, we want a party!” were heard from all sides, so a class meeting was held, and a bill for a St. Patrick’s Day party was voted on and passed. It was given in the gym Friday night. March 16. Mitter Mottar and Dennis McLaughlin were the entertainment committee and games were played, ranging from Wink ’Em and Spinning the Bottle, to Tossing Corks and Going to Jerusalem—in the new way. Refreshments of St. Patrick's cake and ice cream were served, and a little music from Marj ended a very delightful evening. JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET The Auburn Rotary Club were hosts to the Juniors and Seniors at a banquet in the Methodist Church parlors on May 16. Decorations were in the Senior colors, green and white. An informal program added to the gala spirit of the evening. Sixty-Four Features Shortly shall all my labors end, and thou Shall have the air at freedom; for a little Follow, and do me servtce.” ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL The 0 fac I e AUBURN’S NEW REVISED DICTIONARY A AIR—Very hot, and spread about by the Seniors. AUBURN—A peaceful little village, noted for its million dollar high school. ARABS—Numerous at A. T. H. S. Commonly known as sofa pillow shieks. B BULLETIN BOARDS—Usually situated in corridors. Notices must not be left on over two years. C CANDY—A delicacy sold by the Seniors to obtain dough. D DOGS—Often eaten with mustard. A football game relish. DIPPY AND DIZ—Carr and Mittcr. E Seen on any student’s report card. ENGLISH LANGUAGE—Almost extinct. Slang is taking its place. F FRENCH—All Dutch to some pupils. FRIDAY—The day before the beginning of the week end. G GASSING—A hobby of the illustrious Sophomores. GARLIC—The national air of Italy. It’s odor is sometimes prevalent at our high school. H HARMONY—That for which the band has been striving. HEAT—We get plenty of it, thank you. I I KEY HUTTONSTEIN—He says “Ain’t these garments fine?” INSTITUTES (Teachers’)—One reason why school will last longer this year. J JELLY—That conglomerated mass of substance usually found in students’ heads. JAZZ MUSIC—“Forgive Me”—played by the H. S. Orchestra. K KNOCK SENIORS DOWN—A motto of the Freshmen. KRAZY KAT TUGGLE—Woodrow Hines, one of the 57 Varieties. L LIBRARY—A regular hangout, candy store, or what have you. M MLTSIC—In the air every day at our school. MONEY—The Seniors’ inspiration. N NEWTON’S LAW—The reason why so many Physics students fail. NICHOLES—Our basketball star. He shoots them near, and sometimes far. O ORACLE—All we want’s an even break. P PIANO MOVING—Orlando stars in this. PUBLIC SPEAKING—Where each pupil takes delight in making a monkey of himself. Q How some folks get by. R ROBBERY—An unconstitutional act. It was pulled off last fall in our high school. RICKETY—Sallie’s Ford. S SNORING—Not allowed under any conditions or in any classrooms. STUDENTS—The working class—the mob. T TYPEWRITING—A perfect! A perfect! My kingdom for a perfect! U UNCLE EMMETT—Students strive in vain to translate his lingo. Macht nicht aus? V VULGAR—Miss Rice’s favorite adjective for Sophomores’ English. VIRDEN—beats Auburn. Rearrange in logical order. W WILD CAT WILLIE—The dashing Freshman. X This cross denotes where the body was found. Y Z It’s all over now...... Sixty-Seven 'The 0 faci e ECHOES FROM THE CLASSROOMS Torrcy: How can I get this number away from the left side of the equation? “Shortic” Tranquilly: Erase it. Mr. Davis: Where is Hawaii? Marjorie Butler: What? Mr. Davis: Hawaii. Marjorie: Oh, I’m all right. Miss Hill: What was that awful noise I heard a minute ago? Mary Etta: I dropped the biscuit I just baked. Axiom I—Nothing is better than a good lesson. Axiom II—A poor lesson is better than nothing. Q. E. D.: A poor lesson is better than a good lesson. Coach (in Manual Training): Clifford, quit sitting on your chest. Miss Rice: The topic sentence states the subject of a paragraph. Everything else in that paragraph should be related to it. Suppose, for example, that the topic sentence is as follows: “She is a beautiful girl.” Now what will the rest of the paragraph tell? Marjorie: Oh, boy! And how! Did anybody ever hear of an absent-minded professor forgetting to flunk some one? Mr. Mac: What is the best method to prevent disease caused by biting insects? Scotty: I suppose you should stop biting them. Coach: Say, Bud. run and get me a two-by-four. Bud: Yes, but how big do you want it? Torrey: Work this problem: “A squirrel ran from one end of a log to the other in 15 seconds, and ran back in 14 seconds. How long will it be before he can look out of both ends at the same time? Some one in a trance must have written the following ditty found on Mr. McCor- mick’s desk the other day: I know what Sodium Carbon ate But where did Io dine? What did Hvdrochlo ride? And where did Zinc Sulph hide? From Argon up to Silicon Just what arc the Nite rates? If Zinc and Iron make oxides, Then what makes up Chro mates? Mack (in Biology): Isn’t Nature wonderful? To think that little chickens hatch from eggs. Ernie Pricco: Nothing wonderful about that. The wonderful part of it is, how do they get in there? • Miss Rice: Lowell’s ancestors came over on the Mayflower and landed on Plymouth Rock. John Mottar: It’s a pity Plymouth didn’t land on them. Coach (in History): Rudy, describe Socrates. Rudy: I never did see him. History Teacher: By a strange coincidence, many of our nation’s important men have been named Davis. There’s Jefferson Davis. William Stearns Davis— Young Hero-Worshipper in back row: Yes, and you should C. R. Davis! Sixty-Eight WITZA POPPIN Soph: You’d better keep your eyes open around here. Frosh, scared: Why? Soph: Why, you’d look awfully funny with them shut. Stude: Do you know my friend John Smith? Ent: Yes, I used to sleep with him. Stude: Roommates? Ent: No. Classmates. At the end of the half. Dumb Dora walks in. ‘‘What’s the score, kid?” “Nothin’ to nothin’.” “Oh. goody. I haven’t missed anything.” Professor Mac: How can you tell the horse power of an automobile? Babe Craig: Well, I suppose you would lift the hood and count the plugs. Dennis McL.: I would like to have a nice deep book. Librarian Dorothy: Say, boy, here’s a good one: “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under Partly cloudy, probably showers or hail, followed by one of those warm frosts. Clear and warmer with slowly rising temperature. Moderately heavy snow, rain, sleet, or what have you. Bandy I.orton: I’m thinking about going to the C. M. T. C. this summer. Is the drill intense? Sergeant Mackleduflie: Naw, outdoors—on the Parade Ground. John Dodds: Do you know what part of an automobile causes more accidents than any other? Margaret Geddes: Yes, the nut that holds the steering wheel. Torrcy: Can you play good golf? Miss Rice: Oh, no! 1 don’t even know how you hold the caddy! Momma Lipskitz: Oi. oi! little Abie is sick. Lipskitz: Vot vas de metier? Momma: He swallowed a besket! Lipskitz: De glothes besket? Momma: No, a rat besket! Archie: Who’s working that blamed typewriter so fast in there? Napoleon: That ain't the typewriter. That’s Dot chewing her gum. “Fizzation” Mottar (at fountain): Did you ever drink “Canada Dry?” Rrookic Hill: No, but I know plenty guys who tried hard. Robert C.: D’ you wanna pet? Regina D.: Oh, I’d love one. I am so fond of animals. Miss Hill: You drive awfully fast, don’t you? Torrev: Well, I touched 55 yesterday. M iss Hill: Did you kill any of them? John. Jr.: Say, Pop, why do you call your orchestra a symphony? Pop Belton: Because it’s a lot of symps got together to play phony music. Tubby Brasfield: Can I get to the park through that gate? Little Boy: Sure! I just saw a moving van go through it. the Sea.” Weather Forecast for Virden-Auburn Football Game. Sixty-.X inc Abie Hutton: When does the next train leave for Springfield? Depot Agent: 3:50. Abie: Make it 3:48 and I’ll take it. Every Freshie firmly believes that the Faculty is a group of people paid to help the Seniors run the school. Scotty: Hey, are your socks on wrong side out? Mitter: Oh, my feet were hot, and I turned the hose on them. H. S. Teachers: We don’t like all the flies in this restaurant. Boh Hines: Well, just pick out the ones you don’t like. Woodrow: What are you thinking about? Ghetto: Nothing. Woodrow: You're too self-conscious. Squint: Not many girls care for outdoor sports, do they? Bark: Say, did you ever see one who didn’t like to hunt for bargains, fish for com- pliments. he in the swim, or make a hit with her clothes— Squint: Sure, I was wrong. Nick: Say, answer this one: Florence can walk five blocks in ten minutes, and Tubby can walk it in three minutes. How long will it take them if they walk together? Neumann: One hour. Marjie: Do you like meat balls? Sadie: No, I don’t believe I have ever attended one. Florence Smith: What’s become of that football player who used to be around here so much? Helen: I had to penalize him five nights for holding. Denny: Congratulate me. I’m going to college to take up medicine. Jason: That’s too bad, Denny. How long will you be sick? Stew: What do you think of a man who hides behind a woman’s skirt? Pidd: He’d have to be pretty small. Bob Carr: What’ll I do? I dropped my wrist watch on the floor and it stopped. James MacMurdo: Say. son, did you think it would go right on through? Freshie: Huh? Soph: What? Junior: Beg pardon. Senior: I did not hear the nature of that interrogation. Foreman: Why are you quitting work? Man: I heard the whistle, sir. Foreman: That was the fire whistle. ’ Man: A fire whistle, did you say? Foreman: Yah! You’re fired! Torrey: Your main weakness in track last year was starting. Nick: Yes, and finishing. John Jr.: I thought if I came tonight I could make a hit. Regina: Yes. John. I think it will be a home run. I hear father coming down stairs. H. C. T.: I call my Geometry class the Pullman class, for it has three sleepers and an observation section. Miss Musser: If that’s the case, my Latin I class must be a pony express. Seventy ADELLA JENKINS has one of the most pleasing personalities in the school. She is a hard worker and has many friends. The Senior class, without her, would have missed a first rate good scout. VICTOR PSAUTE is said to he one of the best all around athletes in school. He is also one of the best students. Although he has a weakness for the fairer sex, we can overlook this, and still have a very good fellow left. PAUL CHRISTOPHER drives a late Ford—always late. He is president of the Junior class, and fills his duties well. He will be a valuable asset in athletic competition next year. MARJORIE BUTLER is an accomplished performer in the arts of piano-playing and double-dating. She is well liked and respected by all. WILLIAM HUTTON, better known as “Abie. is the smallest graduate from A. T. H. S. The orchestra has owed a great deal to his skill in playing the violin. DENNIS McLAUGHLIN is largely responsible for this book. His post of Editor- in-Chief was conferred on him by the popular approval of his classmates. He is a blond, fiery-eyed Irishman, who makes life interesting for his associates. BROOKE HILL is said to have a failing for the farm. He drives a Studebaker and is often accompanied by---well, she’s blond. He is inclined to put ideas into pictures. JOE NICHOLLS is president of those promising Freshmen. He roves around the Meikeljohn home in his spare time. He is a real fellow, and will be one of the best athletes in school next year. JAKE VOLC—“Six feet two. with a brain to match, describes this giant. He was captain of the basketball team, and a great help in other athletics. His last year has been his best. PAULINE BAYLISS well merits the distinction of being our Valedictorian. Thorough-going, dependable, sincere—no wonder Pauline was so well-liked. ERNEST PRICCO, president of the redoubtable Sophs, and Captain-elect for 1928 football. He is a likeable, good looking chap, and is respected by all fellow students. FRANK WHEELER, better known as Scotty, is a Sophomore. He is well liked by all his class mates and teachers. He will be a valuable athlete and student in future years. CAN YOU IMAGINE? Abie Hutton selling Emmet Mottar a cap? Tubby having the mumps, and his new Ford sitting in the garage? Glenn Rigg having a date with Marie? Mary Fields staying at home nights? George Harms and Hurley Ping having a fight? Mary Fields a school teacher? Deacon not playing a trick on somebody? Adclla Jenkins walking to school? Archie not getting sleepy in Mac’s classes? Take Vole with the mumps? “Napoleon’s hair combed? Noise in Miss Smith’s assembly? Frank Rush being on time in Public Speaking? English classes having their book reports in on time? Certain people in bathing suits? Seventy-One ■ It takes a sharp student to cut classes successfully. An answer in the head is worth two in the hook. If all the letters written in a year by the boys in school to the girls, they would form a line—an awful line. How dear to my heart is the junk in my locker: The rubbers, the notebook, the old battered hat, Dad’s black cotton parasol, rusty and mildewed, Grandpa’s old raincoat,—a mothcaten spat— A small withered apple, an ancient ham sandwich, A bottle of ink, and a cracked tube of glue— But dearer than all, I declare it is priceless— That LIBRARY BOOK, now a month overdue! “DEACON” There he goes! You know him. don’t you? That not-too-slender figure bobbing down the corridor? . . . Yes, he always carries that long weapon at his side. . . . No, it’s not dangerous—it’s only a broom. Sometimes you’ll see him jauntily swag- gering along under the load of an overflowing wastebasket, and he often waves a black cloth, or swings a mammoth bunch of jingling keys as he walks. If he’d turn around, you could see that his face is bronzed and smiling, his eyes brown and twinkling, and his hair dark and curling. The students and faculty think he’s the most pleasant, effi- cient janitor in Illinois. But that’s only about a third of the story. He is a graduate in the art of old style dance fiddling: he can do a heel-and-toe that would put any Keith circuiter to shame; and he can place a cup of water over a door with such unfailing accuracy that no one has yet been known to escape a drenching meant for him. Here’s to Deacon! DO YOU REMEMBER WAY BACK WHEN— The Seniors wore short pants? Auburn beat Virden in a football game? Emmett wouldn’t look at a girl? WE WONDER If Marjorie really dyed her hair? Why Auburn never wins a tournament? What makes Sally’s Ford run? Why they don’t build a garage for the cars at the high school? Where Red Psaute spends his Sunday afternoons? Where Tubby got his mumps? How some people can make such beautiful posters? When Jerusha is going to have her hair bobbed? If Shiek and Ping ever get mad at each other? If Mr. Belton ever gets tired? WE DARE NOT ASK What Mary Etta weighs. 'I'o get an excuse from school on a sunny afternoon. Who has the Senior rings. What Bob will do when Marj. is gone? For shorter French lessons. How many “first places’’ Auburn took in tournaments this year. Why John Mottar and Helen broke up. If Torrey is in love. Bandy, Adella, etc., how the Springfield matinees are. S event y-Tu’o The Oracle THE IDEAL GIRL WOULD HAVE— Sarah Snell’s complexion Marie Van Winkle’s mouth Katherine McLaughlin’s hair Agnes Pohlod’s eyes Mildred Frantz’ voice Christina Vole’s personality Martha Staley’s smile Katherine Hatcher’s knowledge of Latin Zella Wilson’s power to make friends Anna Kazlauski's capacity for learning Frances Leach’s disposition Rose Tranquilly’s gift of gab Helen Shields’ ability to act Thelma Gheen’s grace Florence Smith’s line Georgina Meiklejohn’s pep Adella Jenkins’ power of attraction Regina Donaldson’s coquetry Marjorie Butler’s musical talents THE IDEAL BOY WOULD HAVE— Chasteen Craig’s eyes Herman Neumann’s height Marcus Fraley’s hair Frank Rush’s skill in dancing Brooke Hill’s car Bob Hoke’s dimples Bill Bramlett’s rosy cheeks Howard Brasfield’s disposition Orlando Lorton’s gift of gab Dennis McLaughlin’s capacity for learning Hurley Ping’s supply of jokes Frank Wheeler’s personality William Hutton’s wardrobe Robert Carr’s ability to sing Llewellyn Crum’s ability to act Bud Hines’ teeth John Mottar’s wit Victor Psaute’s athletic ability Charles Poska’s figure John Dodds’ ability to act the shiek George Harms’ ability to make friends Louis Kessler’s musical talents THE IDEAL TEACHER WOULD HAVE— Miss Hill’s ability to sing Miss Musser’s hair Miss Smith’s mouth Miss Rice’s complexion Mr. McCormick’s power of attraction Mr. Davis’ smile Mr. Torreyson’s knowledge of Math Mr. Belton’s disposition Mr. Gilbert’s ability to make friends Deac’s skill in making a clean Seventy-Three The 0 faci e QUAINT QUOTATIONS Miss Musser: Now, folks. . . . Mr. Belton: Oh, Miss Mussy! Gilly: That’s the pepper. C. R.: Explain yourself. Torrey: Say, young fellow— Mac: Ah! . . . Uni! . . . As I was saying. . . Dorothy: Were you sick or working? Deke: By gosh! I’m so mad I’ll hit myself in the head with this hammer. John Mottar: Have you heard this one? Herman Neumann: Emmm—met! Come to papa! Tubby: Hey, Florence! Where you going? Bandy Lorton: Whut? Babe Craig: Have some gum, kid. Larue Smith: Sssav. ssson! Adella Jenkins: Well, sure enough! Marjorie Butler: Whoa, now! Mary Elizabeth: Xey, Hey! No funny foolin’. Margaret Geddes: Aw, shut up. Glenn Rigg: What’s the matter? WOOD BEES Howard Bras field Clifford Shutt Brooke Hill Bob Hoke John Mottar Paul Christopher Herman Neumann John Dodds Glenn Riggs Frank Rush Joe Nicholls Florence Smith Catherine McLaughlin Adella Jenkins Marjorie Butler Helen Smith Lucille Buckmann Marion Burnett Regina Donaldson Lucille Hutton Mildred Frantz Georgina Meiklejohn HAS BEENS Bob Carr Glenn Rigg Hurley Ping John Dodds Orlando Lorton Dale Treat Mary Elizabeth Fields Marie Van Winkle Adella Jenkins Margaret Geddes Anna Kazlauski Marion Burnett Agnes Pohlod Chastcen Craig Seventy-Four The 0facie (Uu' Auburn ranbaUllr voFItiptiious np countJTohow GIRL DISAPPOINTED; MAN IS SUED FOR BREACH OF PROMISE Because he did not take her to the foot- ball banquet in November as lie had prom- ised to do, Mr. Dennis McLaughlin is being sued by Miss Mary Elizabeth Fields of this city. The case promises to be an interesting one. as the defendant is a popular young man, and the plaintiff a prominent and charming woman with many friends in the community. MISS HILL IS SEEN DRIVING STRANGE CAR A Chevrolet coupe, driven by our pop- ular young teacher, Miss Hill, has been seen at the high school several times dur- ing the year. The question now arises as to where this car came from. Reports vary. Some say that it was stolen; others say that it was given to her; and still others declare that it is owned by one Ted Ward of Carlinville. We arc inclined to give credence to the latter view, since responsible evidence shows that Mr. Ward is a frequent visitor in the city. YOUNG MAN IS VICTIM OF BRUTAL ASSAULT Dale “Archibald Treat is at present very much worse for wear, after having been attacked by a certain man in the Auburn Gym last week. It is said that this young man, while attempting to play basketball, was struck from the rear, and badly beaten about the head. He was rescued by Mr. McCormick, who took the assailant before Judge C. R. Davis. The plaintiff was released with a warning and a sermon. TEACHER ATTEMPTS TO STARVE SELF TO DEATH A member of the faculty, who is very fond of candy, attempted last month to starve herself to death. Witnesses say that for two weeks she deprived herself entirely of sweets. It was thought for a while that she would die, but she rallied and survived. AUBURN FOOTBALL BANQUET BROADCAST The annual football banquet, held last week at the Methodist Church, was broadcast over WCBS, Springfield, by remote control. The apparatus consisted of a microphone and a worn out radio set. Two teachers of the Auburn High School were responsible for the uncover- ing of this most ingenious farce. It was found that the remote control wire ran out the window into a coil of telephone wire. Rumor from some sources insists that the wire outside was attached to the tail of a very live black cat. In either case, we think that the two heroines should be awarded the Carnegie medal for bravery. BOYS FIGHT OVER GIRL Hurley Ping and Brooke Hill were being held up today as a warning against dupli- city on the part of boy friends. These two fellows, it seems, are bewitched by the charms of a certain girl living a mile and a half west of Auburn. One of the boys is determined to have her to himself, and the other wants her at least Jialf of the time. If any further trouble is re- vealed between these two Romeos, the central figure threatens to leave them both flat. FOOTBALL FANS CANNOT FIND PLAYING FIELD An automobile load of Freshmen missed out on the Carlinville-Auburn football game in November because of the obscurity of the playing field. They jour- neyed to the county seat of Macoupin, and after looking around for some time, were unable to discover anything resem- bling an athletic field. A vote was cast, and rather than ask someone to tell them where the game was held, they decided to retrace their steps (or tracks), and come home. If proof is lacking of the green- ness of Freshmen, this incident can be mentioned as conclusive evidence. Take warning. Freshmen, and act sensible at least. Seventy-Five The 0 faci e WOULD YOU SAY THIS FITZHUGH? One day in the country while walking through the FIELDS. I was suddenly startled by the alighting of an aeroplane near me. I watched it WADDLE to a stop and hit a LOGUE. As if by a prearranged signal, the breezes, which had been blowing TRAN- QUILLY, turned into a gale, driving me before it. I kept going until I had crossed a sloping HILL, and ran smack into a CRAIG. Leaning against this wall. I suddenly felt a LEACH clinging to my arm. I turned and ran until I came to a LARGE building. This was indeed a TREAT for sore eyes. Here I discovered a party in pro- gress. A cross-eyed BUTLER took my hat. The BELL of the party came up and spoke to me at once. Here were possibly a hundred people. Among them was a YOUNG fellow who appeared from his calloused hands and brawny frame to be a WORKMAN. After leaving the party I went to a TAYLOR to have my clothes pressed. Over his door a sign read, “Wun BUCK-MAN Get Clothes Plessed.” As I entered the door a small man behind a bench cried. “SHUTT the door! ’ No sooner had I obeyed his wish than the WHEELER of a fire truck swung around and hit the glass of the door, smashing it into a MILLION pieces. A moment after I had left the shop, I was knocked down by a CARR. I remember being picked up, put into an ambulance RIGG, and taken to a hospital. I could tell the ambulance was in a RUSH. On regaining consciousness, I was told that a CRUM of my skull had become lodged in my brain, and that I would have to sit in a MORRIS chair for ten days. I later learned that the driver had fared worse than I. When he hit the KIRBY was killed. On the first day after my release, I went to a GREENWOOD, where I met an insane gold-SMITII running up and down shouting, “I hope she SMOTHERS!” At the same time a woman broke through the woods, running wildly. The old smith cried. TURN-ER! TURN-ER!” Having enough of this, I returned to the city just in time to see a row of policemen at the head of the governor’s parade. The last line of them wore SHIELDS inscribed with the legend. PARKER.” In the middle of the procession a float bore the winning candidate who held a large placard marked “VICTOR”. I then, walked toward the beach. You could hear the PING! PING! of the waves as they hit the sand. I stood here for a while watching the small boys diving for NICHOLLS. Presently 1 happened to think, “The HARMS of that water are un- known to those small shavers.” I did not interrupt them, however, but wandered to a place known as the BRAS-ITELD where is obtained the brass used in guaranteed pure gold rings. Returning to my hotel, I passed a place with a sign over the door reading, “A. Gillon, HATCHER of fine chickens.” On entering the hotel I heard the cries of men shout- ing, “Vive le FRANTZ!” After receiving a drink from my WINEMAN. who had a private BEAR DEN. I retired. About the middle of the night I was awakened by SCHLICHT PELT-ON on my roof. I finally went back to sleep and dreamed of killing a long-legged HERRON. When I awoke the next morning, my mind was much KUEHNER. A RAY of sunslight was seen to PIERCE my window. I walked to the table and found a package covered with SEALS. I opened it and found an invitation to go a thousand MILES on a voyage with a friend of mine. We set out with a NEU-MANN at the HELMS, not to return for ninety days. Orlando Lorton. Seventy-Six SEPTEMBER 23 The safe is robbed. The thieves get $4.00 of the Seniors' money, but missed a dime in Mac’s coat pocket. (His coat wasn’t in the safe.) 24 Auburn 0—Springfield 0. 26 Mr. Belton introduces a new song, “Auburn Loyalty.” 27 Imitation of Dempscy-Tunney bout: Cyclone Rush vs. K. O. Rice. De- cision. 29 Nip, Zack, and Greaser can peaches. 30 Mac gives one of his famous tests in Physics. OCTOBER 3 Work begun on the Oracle. Auburn 13—Carlinville 0. 4 Bliss Greenwood is put under the showers. 6 Louis Kessler and Keith Seales are too sore to sit down. Chris broke a belt at the Freshman initiation last night. 10 Nip Poska and Miss Smith have a disagreement. 12 Fire drill. 14 Freshies lead the pep meeting. 17 Ask Napoleon about the paint on his hand. 20 Frank Rush falls in love again. 26 Paul Christopher knows his History lesson. 27 Juniors lead the pep meeting. It is a good one. NOVEMBER 1 Wanted: A new camera by Mary Fields. She tried to take a picture of Red Psaute, Spiz Vole and Babe Craig with her old one. 3 A new shiek has joined the ranks. His name is Bill Bramlett. If you don’t believe lie’s a shiek, ask Juan- ita Ghcen. 4 Everyone waiting for the Virden game. 7 Book reports due. 9 Senior Boys' Quartet organized. 10 Seniors lead the pep meeting. 11 Auburn 0—Virden 31. 16 Basketball practice begins. 29 Marion Burnett has hurt her finger. Dale is sorry. DECEMBER 1 Operetta today—“Trial by Jury.” Bandy does a solo. 2 Football banquet. 5 Started taking orders for the Oracle. Looks like a big job. Seven ty-Seven 'The Oracle 8 Wesco Plan explained and started. 13 Miss Rice took a big picture today. It was of Spiz Vole and Greaser Sniargiassi. 14 Mr. Davis talked about the long and short of the Senior class. Did he mean Spiz and Hutton? 22 ’Ray! Christmas vacation begins to- day. JANUARY 2 Snow—about a foot of it. Tempera- ture 10 below zero. Brrrr— 4 Ask Miss Rice about being Snow- bound. Only one day late! 5 Auburn 29—Virden 11. 11 Auburn 35—Girard 5. 13 Auburn 29—Waverly 22. 16 Exams. No comments necessary. 18 Grades are out—some were very good. 27 The Seniors are told that there is more than one budding genius among them. We wonder who— FEBRUARY 2 Gillie eats six bars of candy in two periods. That’s one way of reduc- ing. 13 Spiz Vole, center on the basketball team, sprains his ankle. 15 Mac certainly is persistent. He’ll win a “Little Chancellor” yet. 16 He still wants to bet on New Berlin. 17 Half holiday. County tournament. Auburn 30—New Berlin 28. 18 District Tourney. Auburn 24—Uliopolis 20. Auburn 20—Ball 31. Ball 1st; Auburn 2nd. 20 Coach makes a speech and presents the “Tin Cup” at the pep meeting. 21 “Workie” climbs on Philip in M. T. 23 Intelligence Test. The Seniors are well represented. 24 Favorite occupations discussed among hard-working students. 29 Pauline Bayliss is announced Valedic- torian; Frances Leach, Salutatoriam MARCH 1 Mac is getting funnier every day. He asked the Physics class to go to work. 2 Two one-act plays: “Oh. Peter! Peter!” and “One On Mabel.” 5 Denny McLaughlin wants to know if a knapsack is the same as a sleep- ing bag. 6 Spiz Vole has the mumps. 7 Tubby Brasfield has the mumps. An- other girl will be lonesome for a while. 8 Juniors are practicing for their play. 9 No school. Seventy-Eight 12 Helen Smith has another boy on her string now. It s Emmett. 13 Senior class meeting. Committees formed for class party. 15 Rose Tranquilly elected most popu- lar girl in school; Kendall Xicholls, most popular hoy. 16 Senior party. Ice cream and cake. Good time. 19 Tubby returns to school. 20 Brooke and Adella are in love again. 21 Deacon pulls another string. Coach gets wet this time. 22 Spiz is in school again. 23 Xo school. Teachers’ Institute. 27 Orlando is banished from English class again. He surely loves punish- ment. APRIL 2 Joe Burtle came back to school. 4 Juniors are still practicing for their play. 8 Seniors busy getting Oracle ready for printer. 9 Lincoln College Glee Club entertains us with a few selections. 10 Juniors distribute hand bills fof “Poor Father.” 11 Spring fever patients very numerous. Xo casualties thus far. 13 Tryouts for sub-district oratorical meet at Staunton. Junior play to- night. 16 Everyone says the Junior play was a success. Interclass track meet to- day. 27 County track meet. MAY 4 Senior play. “Anne What’s Her Xame.” A howling success. 6 Tubby’s Ford rides fine—so Florence thinks. 8 Gillie acclaimed candy eating champ. 11 Xo school tomorrow. It’s Saturday. 14 It won’t be long now. Ten more days of school. 16 Junior-Senior banquet. Juniors prove to be real entertainers. 17 Seniors overate last night, and are sick. 18 Senior finals. Omeomy. “Did I flunk?” 20 Sunday. Baccalaureate sermon deliv- ered bv Rev. Bavliss. 21 We won’t be Seniors long. 22 Class Day exercises well attended. 23 Final exams for under classmen to- day and tomorrow. 24 Freshies wonder about their grades. 25 Commencement tonight. Goodbve, Old High! Serenty-Xine CLASS OF 1917 Duncan Barbee. Auburn, Herron Chevrolet Company; Robert Harms, Los Angeles, Cal., Lawyer; Marjorie Landon (Mrs. Fred Kuehne), Decatur; Helen Martin (Mrs. Ed. Harris), Auburn; James McLaughlin, Peoria. Construction Company; Olga Ruske, Springfield. State House; Mary Stout (Mrs. W. J. Fitts), Albany, New York. CLASS OF 1918 Mac Acrce. Deceased; Marjorie Deathcrage (Mrs. W. H. Wharton), Tulsa, Okla- homa; Dorothy Jones (Mrs. Darnell Dyson), Auburn; Everett Laird, Springfield. Vet- erinary; Raeburn Landon, I . S. Army; Helen Lockridge, Danville, Teacher; William Parrish, Auburn, Truck Driver; Eunice Reihlc (Mrs. G. Deswvsen). Detroit, Michigan; Lelia Sechlcr (Mrs. F. Lockridge), Auburn; Steven Urbanski, Auburn, Miner. CLASS OF 1919 Mildred Bigler (Mrs. Duncan Barbee). Auburn; Millard Blakey, Atlanta. Georgia, Inspector Hartford Indemnity and Fire Insurance Company; Clyde Coppage, Auburn; Robert Deswvsen, Detroit. Michigan. Auto Salesman; Bernice Evans. Auburn. Teacher of Expression; Louise Foster (Mrs. Earl T. Giberson), Gillespie; Eva Laird, Springfield; Joyce Morrison (Mrs. Ed. Story). Springfield; Helen Ogg, Los Angeles, California. Stu- dent; Cecil Overstreet. Springfield: William Regan. Auburn, Farmer; Thomas Stout, Springfield. Druggist; Clarence Tarr. Springfield. Post Office; Eva Yoylcs (Mrs. Dewey Batton). Aurora; Irene White, Springfield. CLASS OF 1920 Beatrice Allen (Mrs. Bowen). Cincinnati: Thelma Batton (Mrs. H. C. Humphries), Santiago, California; Sarah Burtle, Auburn: Maud Dixon (Mrs. Christy Heiliganstein). Belleville; Alda Fraley (Mrs. P. Johnson). Girard: Irene Garvey, Springfield, State House; Thomas Hall, Deceased: Mary Hamilton, Springfield, Stenographer; Pearl Herron (Mrs. Paul Jones). Auburn; Kirbv Knox. Quincy. C. I. P. S.; Mae Knox. Auburn, Teacher; Elizabeth Landon (Mrs. Oscar Owen), New York; Tra Martin. Detroit, Michi- gan. Carpenter; Marie Riehle. Pasadena. California; Ophemie Smith (Mrs. W. Bone), Dctro:t; Clyde Welch. Springfield. Liggett Myers Tobacco Co. CLASS OF 1921 Bernice Allen (Mrs. Edw. Loving). Erie. Pennsvlvania: Havward Bigler. Skeelytown. I exas. Filling Station; Chloe Bunker (Mrs. Chas. Vaughan). Craig. Colo.; Clara Canham (Mrs. H. WiPiams). Chatham. M rie Comerford (Mrs. H. Smith), Auburn. Stenog- rapher; Ruth Duff (Mrs. Maurice Charles), Detroit; John Engleman. Chatham; Marvin Poster, Thayer, I armer; Arthur Ingels, Chatham; Thomas Irwin. Auburn; Ray Hatcher, Chicago. Factory; Terry Lindner. Springfield. Attorney; Irma Moore (Mrs. Voght). St. Louis: Esther Morrison. Bloomington. Teacher; Nonie Mulcahy. Chatham: John Murphv, Eif hty N-— The 0facie V THE ALUMNI MIRROR—Continued Springfield, Clerk; William Murphy, Springfield, State Journal; Sinclair Orr, Auburn; Henry Parrish, Auburn, Cobbler; Clifford Ping, Chatham, Farmer; Russell Snyder, Chi- cago, Factory Foreman; Arthur Stout, Springfield, Printer; Howard Williams, Loami. Farmer. CLASS OF 1922 Adel'a Bigler (Mrs. J. Hartford Jr.). Ames, Iowa; Walter Brittin, Rockford. Auditor; Elizabeth Brunk. Cotton Hill; Kathryn Clark (Mrs. Thomas Ryan), St. Louis, Missouri; Virginia Clark, Dallas City, Music Teacher; Ruby Crafton (Mrs. Kenneth Jones). Spring- field; Cecil Crouse. Springfield; Ralph Easley. Springfield, Piggly Wiggly Manager; Lottie Kngert, Springfield, Stenographer; Orville Fry, Chicago, Electric Co.; Floyd Harris, Springfield, Hardware Store; Hubert Hatcher, C hicago, Drug Store; Ruth Knox (Mrs. John Geddes), Auburn: John Mastcrson, Auburn. Teacher; George Mehr, Philips- burg. New Jersey, Student; Helen Murphy, Auburn. Teacher; Ray Xuckolls, Auburn. Teacher; Minnie Parrish (Mrs. Lawrence Meiklejohn), Auburn, Teacher; Catherine Ragen (Mrs. Jack Smith), Palmyra; Blanch Snell (Mrs. Fred Miller), Polo; Teddy Skaggs, Chicago. Factory; Violet Stevens (Mrs. Austin Van Doren), Bloomington; Goldie Suydan (Mrs. Raymond Hawk), Bloomington; Harold Williams, Chatham, Farmer. CLASS OF 1923 George R. Bradley, Chatham, Drug Store; Carl Cline Springfield, Mattress Factory; Mary Cline, Springfield, Bank; Keith Corneil, Springfield. Clerk; Roscoe Evans. Mary- ville, Tennessee. Power Company; Charles Foster. Chicago, Scars Roebuck Company; Wayne Gibson. Loami, Teacher; May Herron (Mrs. Charles Jones). Auburn; Robert Lewis, Springfield, First National Bank; Julia Maddox, Springfield, Nurse, Springfield Hospital; Henry Mastcrson. Chicago. Barber; Velma Meiklejohn, Chicago, Bank: Bessie Miller (Mrs. Earling King), Herron. Missouri; Ida Mae Murphy (Mrs. J. Chambers), Auburn; Marjorie McGlothlin, Virden, Teacher; Marcella Peters, Rock Island; Arthur Sabine, Chatham, Greenhouse; Frances Stevens Chatham. Teacher; Howard Workman, Chatham. Farmer: Austin Van Doren. Bloomington. Student: John Johnson. Auburn; Joseph Johnson, Gainsvillc, Florida; William Wood, Bloomington Student. CLASS OF 1924 Julia Mae Allen. Springfield. Nurse; Ruth Baker. Auburn, Teacher: Charles Beatty. Auburn. Farmer; Alice Bigler. Aurora. Student: Virginia Bigler. Aurora. Student; George Boulanger. Champaign, Bookkeeper. LT. of I.: Marjorie Brittin (Mrs. Elwood Hartung), Chicago; Truman Cary, Auburn, Mine Office: Paul Coppage. Auburn; Walter Freeman. Chatham. Bookkeeper. Mine; Bernice Frantz. Virden; Edna Fry. Decatur. Student: Catherine Hart. Chicago. Student: Robert Hines. Auburn. Cafe; Alda HutTmann. Maroa. Teacher; Elizabeth Haynes. Bloomington. Student; Hubert Ivie, Buffalo: Clifford Jenkins. Auburn. Farmer; Marvin Keltner. Lincoln, Student; Lucille Leaverton, Chatham. Teacher: Henrietta Lindner (Mrs. D. Mallory). Streator; Perry Lorton. Springfield. Paving Brick- Company, Time Keeper: Lucy Merriam, Alton. Student; Charles Morrison. Chicago: Susanne Mulcahy, Springfield, Stenographer; Thornton Nuckolls. Springfield. State House; Lucy McDonald. Chatham, Teacher; Dorothea Redford, Chatham: George Smith. Divernon, Farmer; Willabec Vincent (Mrs. P. Hicks), Auburn; Erma Williams (Mrs. D. Davidson), Springfield. FAghty-Onc The 0 fac I e THE ALUMNI MIRROR—Concluded CLASS OF 1925 Wilbur Alexander. Champaign Student; Celia Barbee, Auburn, Teacher; I helnia Baker. Auburn, Teacher; John Carlino. Auburn. Miner; Helen Christopher, Spring- field, Stenographer; Francis Comeriord, Springfield, Stenographer; Tressic Crafton (Mrs. Lester Taylor). Springfield; Robert Ernst, Loami; Eunice Foster, Springfield, Student; Hugh Geddcs, Auburn; Mavme Harnlev (Mrs. P. Brubaker). Virden; Paul Ingels , Spring- field, Bookkeeper; Charles Irwin, Auburn, Farmer; Harry Irwin, Auburn, Farmer; Mil- dred Jones (Mrs. F. Bridgewater), Chatham; Gertrude Luedke, Normal, Student; Ada Masterson. Auburn. Teacher; Mabel Merriam, Alton, Student; Janet McMurdo (Mrs. Ray Burnett), Springfield; Loretta McLaughlin (Mrs. A. Smith), Auburn; Velma McGinnis, Chatham; James Murphy, Detroit. Mich.. Theatre Manager: Klare Nuckolls, Springfield, Stenographer; Vincent O’Leary, Champaign, Student; Estelle Steele, Chatham; Norman Stout. Albany, X. Y.. Typewriter Service; Sam Stout, Chicago, Student of Pharmacy; Helen Suvdan, Springfield Stenographer. CLASS OF 1926 Rnbcrt Alexander, Champaign, Student; Lucille Allen (Mrs. Charles Bradley), Springfield; Marie Campbell, Springfield, Stenographer; Marion Craig. Springfield. Ste- nographer; Dorothy Dodds. Auburn, Secretary. A. T. H. S.: Sherman Gormlev, Auburn; Harold Hall, Detroit. Mich.; Eva Hamm (Mrs. Walter Bodey). Auburn: Jack Harms, Champaign, Student; Wayne Harnlev, Virden; Raymond Hart, Auburn; Edith Hatcher, Springfield, Stenographer; Lee Haynes, Bloomington, Student; Iola Herron. Auburn; Gertrude Huffman, Normal. Student; Loretta Kirby, Chicago, Stenographer; Oscar Kolar. Chicago. Factory; Garfield Lee, Auburn, Farmer; Ralph Lindner. Champaign. Student; Florence Mcllengcr, Chatham; Margaret Murphy, Springfield; Zclma Myers, Auburn. Stenographer; Margaret Nuckolls. Auburn, Teacher: Elizabeth Parkinson, Springfield, Nurse: Edison Rigg. Auburn, Citizen Office; William Skaggs, Springfield, Garage: Lucille Snyder, Auburn. Teacher; James Stout. Auburn; Halbert Workman, Deceased: Augustine Zakaitis, Chicago, Stenographer. CLASS OF 1927 Seth Barnes, Springfield, Secretary; Kenneth Brown. Detroit, Mich., Insurance; Roy Burnett. Chicago. Student; James Comerford. Auburn. Post-graduate student; Jas. Clark, Chicago. Bank: Helen Dodds Evanston. Student: Samuel Dodds, Decatur, Student; Janet Gheen, Springfield, Nurse; Eunice Greenwood. Chicago, Nurse; Eulah Greenwood, Auburn. Post-graduate student: Mary Geddes, Normal. Student: Dorothea Hamm. Springfield: Juanita Harris. Alton. Student; Mary Hart, Chicago. Student of Art; John Hederick. Decatur. Student: Elsie Hoard. Springfield. State House; Frank Hocking. Alton. Student: Walter Johnson. Jacksonville. Student; Eldon Johnston. Springfield, Garage: Joseph Kostulski. Chicago, Printing Office; Katherine Lanham. Springfield, Stenographer: Emil Leonard. Chicago. Factory; Wilbur Lewis, Chicago. Art Student: Mary Lorton (Mrs. J. Coates). Auburn; William Sabine. Chatham; Louise Sheerin. Spring- field. Nurse; Geneva Studebaker. Jacksonville, Student; Jacquelin Williamson, Carlinville, Student: Hawley Woolsev. Auburn. Farmer. liii hty-Tzi’o The Oracle T MOST POPULAR GIRL AND BOY Rose Tranquilly is a little hap of mis- chief and popularity. She has more friends than a bird has feathers. As acting secre- tary in the absence of Dorothy, she was considered very capable. Kendall Xicholls, as a result of his in- terest in school his active sense of humor, and his prowess in athletics, was chosen the most popular hoy in school. Eight y-Thrct The 0 faci e TO THE FACULTY O utgrown too soon our high school days must he But Auburn High we’ll ever think of thee; U nder our teachers here we’ve gained a lot, They gave and in their giving stinted not. R ealizing now how much to them we owe. Our deep appreciation we would show. A 1 though Prof. Davis is a man we fear, Respect-commanding, yet he's not severe. U nequalled here for her assignments long. On her commercial classes Miss Smith’s strong. B esides as track coach, Torrey's daily path Leads to the fountain where we learn of Math. U nless the Seniors seek Miss Rice each day, They’d never learn to “parlez-vous francais.” R esearch concerning solids, liquids, gas— Mac shows with counselling the Sophomore class. N ot least among the Freshmen's many woes Is English One—how well Miss Musser knows! H ow well we like Miss Hill, there is no doubt— To be a school-ma'am, she is one good scout. In Basketball, our prestige to redeem. We thank Coach Gilbert for a winning team. G rateful we are for fires when cold winds blew To Deacon Summers and his one-man crew. H ere in our Senior year we’re glad but yet We thank and leave them with a deep regret. H. H. Eighty-Four I, George Harms, confess I sometimes run my Ford over ten miles an hour. I, John Mottar, confess I am the biggest clown in school. I, Jake Vole, confess I am five feet tall. I, Sylvia Homez, confess I know how to type. I, Bobby Carr, confess Regina threw me down. I, Dorothy Duffey, confess I worked for my grades. I, Abie Hutton, confess I am a full-blooded Jew. I, Mary Elizabeth Fields, confess my mother called me down for letting a boy wear my ring. I, William Woolsey, confess I once took Esther Maggs to the show. I. Marjorie Butler confess I once rode in Brooke’s Studebaker. I, Sherwood Helms, confess somebody took my shoes. I, Bud Hines, confess I am Ghetto’s brother. We, the Sophomore boys in general, admit we are the best athletes in school. I, Philip Wineman, confess I am Mr. Belton’s pet. I, Raman Schlicht. confess I am next to the smallest piece of humanity in school. I, Kendall Nichols, confess I never had a date. I, Howard Brasfield, confess I have sold millions and millions of bars of candy. I, Victor Psaute, confess I’d like to be a football player. I, Dennis McLaughlin, confess I’ll never be a Frenchman. I, Frank Rush, confess I never went with the same girl twice. I, Bliss Greenwood, confess I was once nearly arrested. We. Frank Kuehner and Melvin Burnett, confess we were never bawled out in sixth hour assembly. I, Hurley Ping, confess I like Adella Jenkins. I, Mary Etta Waddle, confess I crawled through the hole in the safe. I, Chastcen Craig, confess I once chewed gum in English class. I, Louis Kessler, confess I am the smartest boy in school. I, Glenn Rigg. confess I never caught a pass. I, Walter Luedke, confess to being the best looking Junior. I, Edward Summer, confess I am the Janitor. I, Miss Thelma G. Hill, confess his name is Ted. I, Prof. H. C. Torreyson, confess I was once in Ohio. I, Prof. H. A. Belton, confess that Auburn High School and its band are the best in the state. I, Supt. C. R. Davis, confess I own that little blue car parked at the back of the school. Eighty-Five The Oracle Eiyhty-Six The 0facie Y FELLOW STUDENTS The advertisers have played an important part in the building of the 1928 ORACLE. Approximately 25% of the cost has been borne by them. Among our advertisers are found the foremost business houses of Auburn and neighboring towns. We are gratified to know that they are taking an interest in our school. So when buying and selling, think of the firms that have contributed so largely to the success of the ORACLE. THE WESCO PLAN The following merchants generously cooperated with the school by distributing Wesco Trade Stamps purchased from the Senior Class: FAUST AND SON MOTTAR’S DRUG STORE HARRIS AND HARRIS RIEDLE AND HARWOOD AUBURN FRUIT STORE AUBURN ROLLER MILLS G. C. BRADLEY C. I. P. S. F. M. HUTTON PIERCE AND RAMSEY I). T. QUEEN WHITE STAR MARKET Eitjhty-Scven «o The Oracle The Auburn Citizen SANGAMON COUNTY’S GREATEST WEEKLY GOOD PRINTING SINCE 1874 Auburn State Bank Member Federal Reserve System Capital, Surplus and Profits $75,000.00 A SAFE PLACE TO DEPOSIT YOUR MONEY Eiylily-Eight Auburn, Illinois ‘The Oracle Gifts OUT OF THE ORDINARY AT PRICES WITHIN REASON Visit Our Gift Shop A. 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Springfield, Illinois Telephones: Alain 336-337-1304 We Operate a Hatchery of a Total Capacity of 71.424 Eggs QUALITY BABY CHICKS FOR SALE IN SEASON We Do Custom Hatching Let Us Hatch Your Eggs We Handle a Complete Line of POULTRY FEEDERS. WATER FOUNTAINS, INCUBATORS. BROODERS, LEG BANDS, TONICS, P:tc. N inety-Onc 'The 0facie OLDFIELD’S STUDIO Photographs in the Oracle Made by This Studio We Want to be YOUR Photographer PHOTOGRAPHS LIVE FOREVER 111 2 West Side Square Springfield, Illinois ‘The Oracle FOR PLEASURE AND THE MUSIC SHOP RECREATION j 221 So. 5th Springfield, 111. Highest Class of PIANOS—RADIOS— Motion Pictures VICTROLAS Show Every Night “Everything Musical Victor Records—Band and Orchestra THE AMERICAN THEATRE ) Instruments — Sheet Music — Player Rolls Auburn. Illinois i BERT E. SUTTON Proprietor J. J. PIERCE STYLISH SPRING SHOES Hardware, Cutlery, Stoves 1 The Newest Models in Patent and Black Satin Pumps and Straps We are Exclusive Agents for [ The Famous Pumps, Plumbing, ARCH PRESERVER Furnaces Installed SHOES For Men and Women | B. H. LUERS SONS Auburn, Illinois 528 So. Side Sq.. Springfield Ninety-Three The 0facie WHITE STAR MEAT MARKET The Home of Choice Home Killed and Cured Meats Yes, IVe Deliver Buy Your Shoes at ST. LOUIS SAMPLE SHOE STORE Save SO to 60% Always the Latest Styles and Lowest Prices JOHN J. VIETTI Perfect Eye Glass Service Southeast Corner Square Auburn ... Illinois CHAS. R. LENZ Optometrist DR. S. P. HART MD. Telephones Office 220 House 302 Telephone Main 684 613 East Monroe St. Springfield ... Illinois Ninety-Four The New Ford Model A Cars Smart Designs—Pleasing Colors New Interior Trimming Refinements and improvements which have been incorporated in Ford closed car designs have a particular appeal to the woman driver. Driving ease and certainty of control are features characteristic of Ford Model A cars. New attractive colors, added conveniences and low well proportioned body lines present a new smart- ness in keeping with business, family or social requirements. AUBURN MOTOR COMPANY Phone 29 Quality Above All HERFF-JONES COMPANY DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF SCHOOL AND COLLEGE JEWELRY Indianapolis Ninety-Fire The Oracle W. D. 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Famous literary societies, intercollegiate debates, strong Christian Associations, active musical clubs and a dramatic club help to make life at Old Illinois” varied and happy. Freshman Class limited to 150. DEPARTMENTS The College, A. B., A. M. Conservatory of Music, Mus. B. Expression For Catalog, address President C. H. Rammelkamp LEROY E. ELLISON, M. D. Physician and Surgeon DR. H. M. HILL Dentist Office in Masonic Temple Telephone: 208 Telephone: 147 Auburn Illinois I Auburn Illinois Xmcty-liif ht The Oracle M. M. BRADLEY CAREY’S GARAGE Drugs, Medicines Perfumes, Toilet Goods, Soaps, Brushes, Combs And a Full Line of Druggist’s Sundries Cameras, Photograph Supplies, etc. Oils, Gasoline, Repairing, Auto Service Dodge Sale and Service Northwest Corner of Square Chatham, Illinois 1 Chatham Illinois BLUEBIRD CAMP Barbecue Sandwiches WADDELL CO. Groceries and Meats Rooms Cabins Gas, Oil and Accessories ROUTES 111. 4—U. 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