Augsburg College - Augsburgian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1924 volume:

Q) Augsburgtan A BIENNIAL PUBLICATION PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS of AUGSBURG SEMINARY MINNEAPOLIS. MINNESOTA VOLUME FIVE J. h. NVMIII. I'AGB KOIK TO J. L. NYDAHL PROFESSOR, LIBRARIAS, AND CHRISTIAN GENTLEMAN, IN RECOGNITION OF HIS MANY YEARS OF SERVICE DEVOTED TO AUGSBURG SEMINARY WE DEDICATE THE FIFTH VOLUME OF THE AUGSBURGIAN OUIt PRESIDENT Your Impulse to Do Good ijWOOD intentions arc very well. Hut if they are not carried out they do not have any practical value. No matter how much we may be idealists we are realists in this sense that we wish to see our ideals worked out in every-day life. As every student should be an idealist, so every student should be filled with the impulse to put his ideals into practise. No young person is without the impulse to do good. Under the influence of the vision of the glory of right doing he or she is inspired with a desire to practise good. Every life has its more or less strong impulse to translate its vision of good into, action. But in the large majority of opportunities the im- pulse is too weak to stand against the difficulty of the task. The practical con- siderations come in and dull the edge of the impulse to such an extent that little or nothing is done. A reenforcement is needed. A clear-cut faith in the value of the ideal must come to the support of the impulse. This faith can find adequate basis upon which to rest only in a right valuation of life and of the many things which surround life. In addition to faith there must come courage. There is need of a courage which is willing to endure defeat in the present in the assurance that defeat at first only paves the way for the ultimate victory. Faith, courage, and endurance make our impulse a power for good. With- out these qualities impulse becomes merely a start with a certain amount of promise, but devoid of any accomplishment. These three, too, must have a source. In human history it is shown that they are found in men who have a conviction of the conquering power of right, who have a vision of a goal to be reached. The highest examples of these qualities are found in men and women who have found God in their faith in Christ. It is the Spirit of God in the lives of men which is the source of the reenforcement of your impulse to do the right, as it is, in fact, the very source of the impulse to do good. Reenforce your impulse with a conscious acceptance of Christ. The ac- ceptance of Him will give you the necessary faith and courage and endurance to make it possible for you not only to desire to live usefully, but actually to live useful lives in the duties and opportunities of the present. Gf.orcf. Svfrdium . I'Al.K XKVKN 924. 1 «B KltillT x 1924 s 1‘AUK NIVK ii sAuitfjan J9£4. PAf?K TEN AXnitfMS HKU.ANP Professor of New Testament Theology Ki.ias I'. IIauro Professor of Systematic Theology (iBonoK SvxHDxur, President Professor of Old Testament JOHAXNKS L. NyDAIIL College Librarian Laws Lim.kiiei Professor of Church History PAGE TWELVE Raymond Royi� Nkj.i. I . A. Svkkgokn Professor of Chemistry and Professor of English Education (Resigned) II. X. Hendrickson Piofessor of History and I-fltln. Registrar Klmkh I� . Rtrsnv Pam. K. Xoudkkko Professor of Social Sciences Professor of Norse (Resigned) PAOB THIRTEEN Siorim Mki.ry l'rvfwuair uf ('liiisiluuity Ckkiu iK'nn S. It. Skvkhkox l’rof exuor nf I '«luc nIimi Moktkxkkx of Women I’AliK KOrUTKKX Ol.IVKK A AS lnxlnirtur in I-'iirMsIi IS. A. IIim.i.ash rrliii'l| Al of lIn Acmlcniy Ax NA (MKKDAIII. Cl.AltA l„ 11 1.1.IIKNKN Tcuoln r of Mntlunnntlox Inxti'Hftor in Cuninnnclnl Omrs Amti11 i Nash Insmictor In Nnlnr.nl AUI. KOXSK CoXItAII lloWAKI Instructor In Clnnulxlry Inwtriietor In l,'iviioli wnrt tJcrmnn l’A !M KIKTMSN uQs mXium 9 44 - Martin J. Omox Viooo Daiii.k Instructor In Physical Training Instructor in Physical Training Ol.AK ItOOXK Instructor In Norsa B. M. CiikiktkxRkn F� . O. Downs Instructor in Kniillsh Instructor lu German i Resigned) IfKN'ItY r. OPRKTII Klm-lor of Music JBXXIK SHIKIIAI.SVOI.I) Voice Teacher Rki.t.b Muni’s Teacher of Plano and Theory IWMK XKYK.NTKKX 9,'SI Laboratory srlanager Captain T vasaira's Office Di nner A Public Speaking Class i Irishman Program r.Wii: KICIITKKN -I ARS INIZ 1TIANS t WOLl� Saugkn C. Quaxukck AllXTZRX The Students' Society OFFICERS of the Students’ Society: Pres., Caleb Quanbeck; Vice President, Minnie Wold; Secretary, Blcnda Arntzen; Treasurer, Celia Saugen. Pro- gram Committee: C. G. Olson, Olga Swenson, Joseph Johnson. When some big project confronts us, we unite in a big way as members of The Students’ Society, and so, it is done. In our mass meetings are decided questions of interest to every student. Here all departments cooperate in pub- lishing the school paper, ‘‘The Echo”, and also The Augsburgian”. Here, too, plans arc made for the commemoration of special days. Here, further, each and every student assumes responsibility for the welfare of Augsburg with school spirit as his password. I’AOK TWBXTT Mission Society fi UR Mission Society at Augsburg is composed of those students who are in- terested in the furtherance of missions at home and abroad. It has been very encouraging to notice the active interest shown by so many of the students in the work of the Society during the school year. At a Christian institution it is fitting that work for missions has the predominant place. There are so many activities that want to absorb the student attention. May soul saving have the first place among us, and among all those who arc followers of the Master. Under the auspices of the Mission Society, hospitals and Old People’s Homes have been visited, and evangelistic meetings conducted at school. Subscriptions have been taken among the students for the support of our mission work on the home and foreign fields. Mission meetings have been held by the students at the Volunteer’s Mission every Tuesday evening. The Lord has blessed the work to the edification of our Christian students and the salvation of souls. God’s people, souls are going down everywhere! Jesus says to us, “rescue them.” Let us pray that more whole-hearted mission zeal may be seen among us. Let us meet at the Throne of Grace to plead for more sincere consecration, more holy enthusiasm, more fervent love, and more Christlike passion for souls! Pray earnestly, give generously, and work obediently as the Spirit leads. PACK TWKNTT-ONK PKTSKSON 11a J.VfiMKON J.All SOX V. D.UM.K The Gospel Team 'TlTtXR three summers now, Gospel Teams have been out among our congrega- tions, singing and preaching the word of God. It has been a great ex- perience for the students themselves to see the fields of lator in our own Free Church, and to learn to know the people who arc supporting our school. The people have been very hospitable toward the boys who have gone out. and have shown great interest in the work. The teams have in a measure brought the school a little closer to the people and have endeavored to bring the true spirit of Augsburg with them. Many of our pastors have expressed their gratitude toward the boys for paying a visit to their churches. The daily labor of preaching the gospel, and the sincere endeavor to lead souls to God is a strain on a person that he alone knows who has been in the work. It is then an encouragement to the pastor as well as to the people to have a visit from some of the young men from our school—men, who in their own peculiar ways may bring a hearty message from the Lord. It has been to the joy of the Gospel Teams to see hungry souls here and there accept the faith in Jesus Christ; souls who have probably been groping around in the darkness for some time, striving toward the light. This work has not been due to the skill of the student, nor to the perfection of his mehods, for many mistakes have undoubtedly been made; but in spite of the many failings, God has blessed the work to His glory, and brought souls to the light. May the Lord continue to bless the Gospel Teams that are being sent out, so that the work may be an encouragement for the pastors who are so faithfully laboring on, and a blcsing to the people of the congregations. V. S. D. PARK TWKNTY-TWO A. HKRiS T. Qi; NllK 'K Gospel Duo TTHIS GOSPEL TEAM of two members was somewhat of a new departure in the evangelistic work of Augsburg students. The motive which inspired this arrangement was the desire to be able to stay a longer time in each congre- gation than had been possible for teams of four members. This was made pos- sible through the cutting down of expenses. This duo visited some of the smaller and outlying congregations during the summer of 1923. Songs were sung to the accompaniment of a guitar and an auto-harp. Student evangelistic activity is a work which should be heartily encouraged. It brings a threefold reward. First, those students who enter this work are given valuable training and experience. It is difficult to set a measurement upon this, but the men who have been privileged to share the work feel it to have been of more value to them than any other training they could receive. Secondly, it brings that message from Augsburg for which the school stands, and the only message which justifies the existence of our beloved Alma Mater. Thus this work appeals to that type of students which the school seeks. Thirdly, and mainly, it is another method of spreading the good news of redemption through Jesus Christ. Young men with personal experience of saving grace are given a wide field in which to labor in the gathering of God’s harvest. Our prayer is that God may in the future bless and prosper the Student Gospel Teams of Augsburg Seminary. � ’AOK TtVKNTY-TIUlEK Top How—V. I •All I,K. ( . Ot„sox, Maaiikim. Hyrkkx. K. Oynii.u. K. Mvhkb Middle How -K. JOIIXSOX, C. Ot.AXIWK, IIa|.VOI� KOX. A. IlKttG, M. Ol.XOX, I� . ClIRISTKXSKX, O. l Ain.AiiKi: liottom How—I. I'kdxrkox. H. Larkox, M. IIackx, Lanurjokx, Mattson. C. Iykrkox. T. Knutson USTOM decrees that we, the old “Augsburg Echo” staff, who now must pull up our stakes and like the Arab steal away unnoticed and unwept, may, ere we finally assume our sphinxlike role, thus make our last bow before the readers of our school publications. In all humility we leave to our successors our place, our work, a wide margin tor improving the Echo , and our sincere belief that no obsequies need to be written for it in the near future. The “Echo” has grown strong under approbation, has survived flattery, cen- sure, neglect, and undue solicitous concern. It has endured the vicissitudes of twenty-six years while subjected to youthful pilots groping about for surety and guidance. It has safely weathered a tempestuous past and now feels secure in its traditions, its ideals, its mission, and will no doubt confidently outstrip its own successful career of bygone days. Its echo is heard throughout the Free Church; it reaches our friends in the outposts of distant climes; it forms bonds between our school, our alumni, and our members wherever they may be. It has been true to its name and purport. May “The Augsburg Echo” persistently continue to expand in volume and extent as the years go by so that it may increasingly voice the principles, the teachings, and the aspirations which have been, are now, and will be Augsburg's raison d’etre. Augsburg Echo 1‘AtiK TWKNTV-KlM H t — 92 i i J I AxmcR-sox, IVrr.RSOX, ICnicksox, Kiukm KTKKKN, rBDRKSOX, DAIII.K, I. John SOX. I.KRSUXD The Boarding Club TfTliW memories of college life are more pleasant to Attgsburgcrs than those of the Boarding Club. The bell that tolls so mournfully for classes rings merrily for meals. As the joyful peals ring out over the campus there is a general exodus from all rooms. Occupations of the gravest importance imme- diately cease. Philosophers and mathematicians, scientists and musicians alike drop their work and join the mad stampede toward the dining hall. Once inside, however, all is orderly. The rules of etiquette are not forgotten, tho at odd moments one may deign to disregard those of minor importance—especially if there are no ladies at the table. The members of the Club are seated entirely impartially and the seating arrangement is changed semi-monthly. It is generally so arranged that at each table of eight may be seated at least two of our precious “Coeds”. Not infrequently are harmless pranks and escapades indulged in to the amusement of the Club. Many pleasant diversions arc offered when some of the “Coeds”, or perhaps the theologians, enter the dining hall dressed in unique or novel garb. In looking back over the record of the Boarding Club we find that it has always been fundamentally the same. The dining hall has been—and is—not only a place to get your meals, but also a place to enjoy them together with the companionship of your fellow-students. The spirit of the Club has always been one of hearty cooperation and good fellowship. So we wonder not that every alumnus and every under-graduate of our school has a tender spot in his heart for the Augsburg Boarding Club. PAOB TWHNTY-KIVE The 1924 Augsburgian S in many ollior tasks which one begins and works with for some time, it is with some fooling of relief that wo are nearing the completion of our work with The U)2 . Ini shnn ian. We have tried to arrange a I wok which would be a credit to the school it represents, one which would include ideas and pictures that could he enjoyed not only by the students who have been at Augsburg during the past two years, but also by the men and women who during the past fifty-live years have at- tended school here or have in some way been connected with Augsburg. In the present increase in attendance at various educational institutions Augsburg has not been left out. We are growing rapidly. The question in re- gard to location and room will soon not he how much longer we have to slay here, but how much longer we can sla here. We have talked about a greater Augsburg. Now that we are increasing in numbers and have developed more comprehensive curricula will we he willing to assume the responsibilities which come with the greater Augsburg? Some of Augsburg’s friends have already provided suitable grounds for the New Augsburg. A place to build, however, is not enough. We must also have the means whereby buildings may he constructed. We believe that our people will continue to support our school. In so doing they will rise to new victories when they'see new fields to conquer. It is the wish of the editorial staff of The 102 . I n sl nr itiii that this bien- nial may he an instrument in helping people to realize that our school is doing a great work, an important work: that the things which are valued here are those which help young men and women to lake their places in the world as conten- ders for Christian principles in theory and practice, and for personal life in Christ. —Tiik Editor. I A«B TWKNTVNKVCS TO|l HOW—IfANKKX. Oll.HKKTSON. Kl.NK.SH, SultVIO Second How lloNHKuii. I.rsn, I. I'kdkkson, B. Auntzkn, Kru.uii. Bottom How—Okamro, C. (Tikiktkxkkx. A. Gynii.i . B. Johnson. L. Caui.hon. 0. Foshan. C. Toi.i.kkhon The Augsburgian Campaign Ifi X order to insure a successful sale of the Augsburgian this year, the business staff put on a campaign similar to the one conducted two years ago. The student body was divided into eight teams, with Olga Swenson, Gilbert Almquist, Clement I.eesland, Bernhard Christensen, Edwin Johnson, Carl Ostby, Kenneth Torvik, and Minnie Wold as captains. To stimulate competition among the different teams, the honor of having its picture in the Augsburgian was offered as a prize to the winning team. After a short intensive campaign the final results were posted, which showed that Edwin Johnson’s team had secured an undis- putable lead by subscribing for 375 copies out of 1,010, the total number sub- scribed. This plan of selling the Augsburgian has proven highly successful. Xot only does it insure more subscriptions by creating rivalry among the teams, but it also makes it possible to reach practically every district in the Free Church by placing the responsibility for the Augsburgian directly on the student body. We are glad to say that the campaign was successful this year also, thanks to the splendid spirit of cooperation that the students showed. PARK TWKNTY-KICIIT x tium 92 Momtkx.sox, Gl-XI KltXOX, I.. Ol.SOX, O. Swkxxkx, M. MATTSoX, IV.HKKSOX. STOIIM, MlCX. ItP.MC JV S G A 7T[ IIF. Women’s Self Government Association is an association of all the girls enrolled at Augsburg College. The purpose of this organization is to create a sense of unity and fellowship among the women; to promote and maintain the highest standards of Christian conduct; and to regulate all matters of student government not falling under the jurisdiction of the Dean of Women. The various committees of this organization fall, according to the function, into two heads: the executive and house committees for governmental purposes, and the entertainment, athletics, and religious committees for social purposes. The athletics committee has arranged for basket-ball games, hikes, and other outdoor sports thruout the year. The religious committee has had charge of the Friday evening prayer meet- ings and the daily “Morning Watch.” The entertainment committee has likewise been busy in its scope of social activity. Frequent “Open I louses” have been held on Saturday evenings. Spe- cial groups have also been entertained from time to time. There was a banquet given in honor of the basket-ball teams at the termination of the season, and a reception for the Glee Club after their return from the tour. 'file W. S. G. A., with its varied interests, endeavors, and responsibilities, fills an important place in the life of the girls here at school. PACK TWKNTV-XINT. i - 3 s uitiian 924 Top How—V. (‘AHijtox. T. I HIKI.AXO. B. A. IIki.i xd (Advisor). O. Daiii.acek, A. Ahxtsox. Tkyomtaii Itotiom How—O. 11 kt.i.a XI . I.. ItKKii. K. (tvxis.i) (I 'resldenl i. II. Aaskx. K. Fossa x The Augsburg Academy Club TTHE ACADEMY CLUB is, as is stated in our constitution, “an organization to create, maintain, and extend thruout the school high standards of Christian character; to bring about a closer fellowship among the students and to promote more effectively the various student activities.” The Academy Club is an entirely new enterprise at Augsburg. Previous to this year the Academy had no social organization of any kind; hence, activities in this division were practically dormant. In former years wc have stood aside and watched the other divisions of our school functioning. We looked forward to the time when we would graduate from the Academy so wc could start doing things by ourselves and utilize our initiative powers. 'Phis year, however, the tables have been turned. After the organization of our splendid club, we wish we might remain in the Academy for a longer time. There seems so much wc could do, and should do. In fact, it seems as though every time we do something to better the Academy we are rewarded by another opportunity for further improvements. I know my readers would be deeply interested in learning in detail about the accomplishments, endeavors, and sincere hopes of the Academy Club. I might begin by describing its officers and their respective duties. When wc organized the Club, we broke away from the old form of having a president, secretary, and treasurer. Instead we have copied our federal govern- ment and, therefore, our officers consist only of the president and his cabinet of nine members. The Financial Secretary functions as treasurer of the club. His duty is to collect the club fees and also to obtain money from other sources. As an ex- I’AOE THIRTY X_ n isAunh in 924 ample, our present secretary raised funds by having a big athletic pin and the Augsburg pennant manufactured and selling them at a nominal fee to the student body at large. In doing this be not only raised funds for the club, but also ad- vertized the school. The Discussion Group Secretary has a very interesting position, namely, that of arranging debates and “free for ail” discussions. He found the boys keenly interested along this line and when some general subject was brought up, the tendency was for the lads to join the oral fray. The Club keeps in touch with church activities thru the Church Affiliation Secretary. He has the program of all the Lutheran churches in the city and any information can lie obtained from him. In this way tins secretary eliminates conflicts between school and church activities and fosters cooperation. The Athletic Secretary endeavors to keep us physically fit. His business is to negotiate with the athletic association to see that the Academy athletics are not neglected. He arranges tennis tournaments and other matches either inter- class or with the other divisions of our school. The most noble position is given to the Campus Service Secretary whose task is to visit the afflicted. By afflicted I mean, not only the physically sick, but also the despondent or mentally indisposed. The latter are, in my opinion, the more needy and here is where the Campus Service Secretary has a chance to do some real good. The Vocational Guidance Secretary, as the name implies, aids the club mem- bers, if possible, to choose their life’s vocation. He engages speakers to point out the advantages of the different phases of life and supplies reading material on the subject. His is a large field, since most Academy boys are undecided on their occupation. The club does not neglect to keep in touch with missionary activities of the day. Any information can be supplied by the Mission Secretary, who keeps in touch with those who are working in foreign and domestic fields. It is also his duty to aid the missions thru the club in every available way. ' The Social Secretary is our favorite. lie is the lad who arranges all our good tit lies. Weiner roasts, bean feeds, and “get together parties” are his specials. The Publicity Secretary advertizes the Academy Club and its activities. Tic publishes its official bulletin, the “Deep C”, and makes posters to advertize the doings of the club. You will by this time see the reason why we should be proud of our little organization. And proud we are, for we have started something by ourselves and we shall make it a success. For the success of the Academy Club we arc indebted to the splendid as- sistance and leadership of our beloved principal and to the enthusiasm and co- operation of the student body. May the Academy Club with its wonderful pos- sibilities remain with us long, and may we materialize the hopes and visions we see in the future. I'Af.K THIRTr-nSK -t_ 924 - The Academy Division at Augsburg SURINii the past year there has been an unprecedented spirit of life and ac- tivity in the Academy Division at Augsburg. Early last fall the Academy Club was organized for the purpose of promoting certain activities at school and thus creating a better school spirit and securing more cooperation among the Academy students. I his the Club has succeeded in doing. Under its auspices several lectures have been given and discussions and socials have been held, with the result that a deeper spirit of cooperation and fellowship has been created. I he students have taken a keen interest in the various activities and have all shown themselves to he live-wires.” To the principal. Prof. B. A. Hclland, belongs the credit for having organized the Academy Club and for keeping it a live organization. The Academy is an important branch of Augsburg and serves as a feeder for the College and 'I hcological Division. A student who takes bis high school course at Augsburg gets interested in the school; therefore, it seldom happens that he goes to any other school for his college education. Thus the Academy helps to bring students into the College Division. It also gives an opportunity for those who intend to go into the ministry to obtain their early training at the school where they later intend to study theology. The fact that the various Divisions are united in one institution, is a decided advantage to the Academy students also. They have the privileges of the College equipment. Gymnasium, and Library, and also share in the social activities of the school. At present there are about sixty students in the Academy. These arc from six different states in the Northwest. One has his home in Mella Coola, B. C. The fact that the students come from places hundreds of miles away shows that they have a strong preference for Augsburg to any other school. There is a reason for this. Augsburg Academy is a school with recognized educational standards. Rut. more specifically, it is also a Christian institution, where Chris- tian young men arc trained for their life-work. Therefore, there is a reason why young men come such long distances to attend Augsburg, and if the school were better advertised and better known among the Lutheran Free Church con- gregations, the attendance at Augsburg would be much larger. Some may doubt the wisdom of sending young boys away from home to attend school. Rut it is in the high school age that they arc most susceptible to good, Christian surround- ings, such as arc found at Augsburg, and which have been a strong influence for good in the lives of many young men. Because our school is an institution where Christian principles and ideals are emphasized, every effort should be made to increase the attendance, and especially we students should feel it our duty and privilege to advertise the school and further its interests, to the end that it may continue to be one of the very best Christian academies in the North- west. Emu. Fossan. 'AUK TIIIHTV-TWO 1 The Concordia Society gTHE CONCORDIA SOCIKTY is a literary organization of the Theological w Division. It was organized in 1890, and is, as far as we know, the oldest student organization at Augsburg. The aim and purpose of the society is to create among its members a deeper knowledge of the Scriptures and to stimulate interest in present day church problems. At its biweekly meetings the society has this year spent its time cither studying some portion of the Uiblc or discussing phases of church work of special interest. The society also aims to maintain and improve the theological library. From a small beginning the library has grown so that it now contains a consider- able number of valuable books. Several sets of new books will be added this year. This part of the work is financed by annual contributions by the members of the society. Alpha Sigma Literary Society ALL students of Augsburg College are eligible to membership in the Alpha Sigma Literary Society. They become members by signing the society’s constitution. Alpha Sigma has for her object “to promote literary activities and to practise parliamentary law. 1 ler motto, K air on (',nothi, freely translated is “Recognize your opportunity.” Meetings are held regularly every first and third Thursday evening of each month. Programs of the past year were well performed and well attended. Prepared speeches were made on political, historical, and literary subjects. Im- promptu speeches and debates were of unusual interest, and the semi-humorous papers presented by members of the Writers’ Club were well received. The musical numbers were of such a quality that visitors wondered how they got in without a ticket! Not only has Alpha Sigma rendered a literary service at Augsburg, but she has also contributed her share in promoting and preserving the school spirit which alumni and students cherish. The Augsburg College Writers' Club |T 11E organization of the Writers’ Club was first announced in the Echo of February, 1923. The announcement stated that the purpose of the Club was “to bring together in a common union all who have shown marked ability in the craftsmanship of composition,” and the belief was expressed that mutual criticism and aid will .... produce great mutual benefit also.” I «� J TIIIHVV-TIIUKi: What was hoped for at that time has been to a large extent realized in the year and a half of the Club’s existence. Membership in the Writers’ Club is limited to those College students who arc taking a major or a minor course in English, or intend to do so, and who have attained to a high technical ability in writing. Election to membership is by unanimous vote of the members. No official limit has been set to the number of members, but the general understanding is that the number shall remain quite small. The Medical Aid Society jftNE of the oldest organizations at Augsburg is the Medical Aid Society, V-P which was founded in 1879, and remains with us as one of the most valuable of its kind. It has received full support from the students during the numerous years of its existence. The society serves to aid, financially, those who are unfortunate and re- quire medical attention, and also those who encounter accidents. All bills, up to fifteen dollars for each student, are paid by the Medical Aid Society, and the only obligation placed upon the student is a nominal fee of three dollars for the school year. The members of this society are all students rooming in the dormitories, and also those who room outside but take their meals at the Boarding Club. The Aletheia Club 7THE problems that confront the youth who leaves school to take his place in the bigger affairs of life arc by no means few in number. And for the one who desires to put into practise the principles of the Master, the difficulties arc, if anything, even more numerous. In fact, almost every day new questions de- manding definite answers and altitudes are being created by the complexities of modern life. in order to develop the powers of thinking clearly and speaking intelligently about these problems, especially as they are related to the teaching of Jesus Christ, “The Aletheia Club” was organized in the early part of the past school year. The membership is limited, in order that the discussion group may not become unwieldy. The Club meets every two weeks for an informal supper. At these gatherings each member presents in a written thesis some phase of a living problem, and these theses are then made the basis of the discussion which follows. imgk THinry-roru Class of 1923 Olaf Braseth - - Lake Park, Minn. Rethanln college 101 i. Augsburg Academy 1917-1020. Pastor at Selieka. Minn. Haroi-D M. Bueidk - Argusville, N. Dak. Moody Bible Institute. Pastor at West by. Montana. Trygve Dahi.e - - Aitkin, Minn. Stnrhnrk High School. Angsburg College 10181020. Glee Club I. II. Ill: Gym Team I. II. Ill; Board- ing Club: Echo Staff. I'astor at Waubay, S. Dak. Eixar P. Dkeykk - Colgan, X. Dak. Augsburg Academy 1017-1020. Mission Society. Pastor at ltoxeau, Minn. I'AOE TitIIITY-8IX Class of 1924 Gilbert A. Almquist, Minneapolis, Minn. Augsburg Academy 1020. Augsburg College 1920-1921. Concordia John Alver - - Minneapolis, Minn. Norwegan-Danlsh Theological Seminary, Evanston, III. 1915-1910; Garret Biblical Seminary, Evans- ton. III. 10181919. Anker S. Berg - Chicago, 111. Augsburg Academy 1918. Augsburg College 1922, R. A. Glee Club I, II: Echo Staff: Augs burglau Staff: Gospel Team : Mission Society. J’AUK THIRTY-SEVEN 924. Class of 1924 IJaroi.1) P. Halvorson - Kenneth, Minn. Augsburg Academy 11)18: Augsburg College 1021, It. A. Itaskot-ball I. II; (Jlee Chib I. II. Ill: Physical Instructor: Norse Instructor: “Kclio Staff; Augsburglan Stair; Oospel Team. Christ M. Ivkrson - Bergen, Norway Pen tcknlske skolc. Itergcn 1012-1015. Augs- burg College 11)10-1021. ••Frain : Oym Team I, II: •■Keho Staff; (Jlee Club II. III. Thor H. Quanijixk - Shepherd, Montana Augsburg Academy 1017. Augsburg College 1021. I . A. Physical Instructor: t.'ospel Team. PA0B TII1RTY-KI01IT VlfM.il) Dahi.k Omf Homnk B. A. Stkvxhson B. M. ClIIMKTKN'KKX JOHN I’KTKHKOX Intermediate ♦ ♦-the LORD JEHOVAH hath given me the tongue of them that are taught, w that J may know how to sustain with words him that is weary.” These words from Isaiah express the chief purpose of theological training. The true student for the ministry is one who has personally experienced the power of Christ’s Gospel to satisfy the deepest desires of the soul, and who, as a result, has become tilled with a longing to show his gratitude to his Savior by sharing the Gospel blessings with his fellowmen. But the conscientious Christian will soon realize that to do this work effectively not a little ability to think and speak clearly on spiritual subjects is necessary. To supply this need God has given us theological seminaries. Here we have the privilege of becoming especially acquainted with the teaching of the Master, here our spiritual lives may be strengthened by the daily communion with Christ, and here the tongue of them that are taught” is in a greater or less degree imparted to us, so that to the weary souls which shall one day be committed to our care we shall be able to bring comfort and sustenance thru the Living Word of which we shall he the ministers. For such a high calling and for the inestimable privilege of receiving preparation for it we are sincerely grateful to God and to our school. ) A iR TIIIRTY-NINB Akthl’r Xklsox Jonas Hkm.axd Louis Oi.sos Cami. Tdi.i.kkson Ri.mkr Brandt Rorrict Fai.k Carl Ostiiy The Junior Class ♦ ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” “It is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth.” A commission from the King of King’s, unlimited opportunities, and a mes- sage giving a universal welcome—can man ask for a nobler calling? The members of the junior class of 1923-24 realize to some extent the greatness of the call, and also the need of efficient workers in this great field. And with this in view they are diligently pursuing their studies in theology. PAOB KOBTY Class of 1923 Ai.bkkt Korsmo - Xorthwood, X. Dak. Augsburg Academy 1018: Krho Staff: Aupj- lung Inn Staff: Haskot-ball I. II. III. IV; Itase- liall IV: ('las President: Valedictorian. ‘•The huh hi the liiixkel-hiill irheel. Iirunc. I. h;klani) - - Xcvis, Minn. Nevis lllgli St'hool 1018; Ifclio Stuff; “Aug� - burglan Staff. ••.I tiuiitllii inIj-lure of hruhiH. etiiiuhllllff, humor, mill wiT fr.” Hilda Osti.ik - - Hatton, X. Dak. Hatton High School 1018: r. of Minn. 1010-1020: Slgvnld Qvale t.old Medal. Xolhlu i euilureu hut character. I-ACK I'OltTY-TWO i. iHis Miifyan Class of 1923 Anna Vkdkvh; - Lansford, X. Dak. l-AnAford High School: Kmgo « lloist IDIH-lll’J'J. •‘Smooth ran the train' irhrn I hr brook in tlrr i.” Laura Woi.d - Abercrombie, X. Dak. Onk Orovi Semi on ry 11)14: St. Olnf College Ifllfi- 1 illII: Mnyvllle Norinnl 1017-11)18; ••Kvho Sluir: Alplin signift : Oratorical . ‘•I'lrtiMurr mill action make the iron urent short. 924 I'AOK rOHTV-TIIUBK 924. Class of 1924 John O. Johanson - Agate, N. Dak. Blsbee High School 1910. Oratorical� : “Echo Staff: Augsburg Ian Staff; Alpha Sigma; Class President; Salutatoria� . “Oenius begin great works. Labor alone finishes them. Marie Kjelaas - Minneapolis, Minn. UMbure High School 1914. Oak Grove Seminary 1910. Northern Normal and Industrial School. Aberbeen, 1917. University of Minnesota 1920-21. “The truest end of life is to know the life that never ends. Jacob P. Lakgsjoen - Dalton, Minn. “Echo Editor 1922-23, 1923-24; Norse Instructor. “Language icos given us that we might sag pleasant things to each other. Aron Quanbeck - Minneapolis, Minn. McVllle High School 1920. Alpha Sigma; Baseball. Ill, IV; Oratorical; Vale- dictorian. “fits obieet is to acquire knowledge and do his work right. PAOK VOBTY-VOCU Class of 1924 Caleb II. Qua n beck - Shepherd, Montana Augsburg Academy 1021. ■•Bcho Staff: “Augsborgtan” Editor: Students' Society; Gym Team I, II. “A toeing heart, on active wind. Great promise for the future. Oliver A. Tingi.estai) - Northwood, X. 1). North wood High School 1020. Basket-hall; Baseball III, IV; AngKburglan Staff. “To basinet that ice lore icc rise betimes, amt 1 0 to it iclth delight.'1 Minnie Wold - Abercrombie, X. Dak. Oak Grove Seminary 1014. Mayvllle Normal 1018-1010. Augsburglan ' Staff: Alpha Sigma; W. S. G. A.. Cltolr. ‘•.1 merry heart makclh a cheerful countenance.’' 1-AOK FOURTY-riVE Lino Klkvkn I5l.SI.OV I.. Ol.XON 15. T.AUSOX ToitviK A. Oihai. 1.. Cahi.xox Juniors SEHOLD what ardent, hopeful Juniors Before your eyes you sec! So brightly beam our youthful faces With greater things to be. We all have come from Minnesota, Xo wonder we’re so bright! We follow in the steps of great men Who fought for what was right. Two years have passed since we were Freshies. How swiftly Time docs fly! Already we are Juniors jolly. Our goal indeed is nigh. We look ahead to future glories, To greater tasks to come. We hope and pray for lives victorious From dawn till setting sun. Top ItOW—IlAXSM'X, C. O1.X0X. C'HUINTKNNKX. K. llAUHO Third How—Kykkkx. K. Johxxox, llm-’x. Sokkko. Gommx. IIkximcickxox. Kxi.mhmj Second How— . VHU«m:x. G. IIshkukox. II. T� M.Kntnx, Gjkxiiai.. Jacohkox, Maviskx. Jkiista� , Mki.i.ickhkx, Hkkmoxkox Bottom How--Gvnpkuxox, Saxoxkxs. 1. Xki.xox, Morgan. IIaaiikim, I. I’kukhmox, Storm, It. Akxtxkx. Mattxox The Sophomore Class % ND, in passing, we want you to meet the Sophomore class of 1924. This class is one of the leaders in the new era at Augsburg. Xo other class is quite like it, although it has many rivals. It is a very active class having many high ideals toward which it works. It has ability in music, in art, in speaking, and in athletics. Some of its members have excelled along these lines. Furthermore, this class has scholastic ability, which is, no doubt, the most im- portant, for we have come to school for the great purpose of gaining an educa- tion that will help us in serving humanity. The class spirit is excellent. When something is to be done the Sophomore class is ready to do it. This is true loyalty. And thruout there is a recogni- tion of Christian ideals. There is but one example, that is Christ, and it is lie alone who can give strength, power, happiness, and success. So day by day as this class strives onward and upward, guided by His hand they know that ‘‘Life only avails, not the having lived.” Meet the Sophomore Class! I'AUK KOKTY HKVRX Top How—R. SiJfmiN, P. M. Pbtkrson, Norduy, Viu.ksvik, Ki.nknk, Sorvig. Lkk.si.axd, Braatkx Third How—IIaroi.� I’ktkrhon, Kcki.ib, k. Myhhe, a. Gyxild, 0. swkxren, o. Larson. O. Fossan, Jkglum, J. Johnson, Stoyi.kx Second How—O. I'kokiisox. Josgkxsox, Bvju, 0. Oi.son, T. Knutson. O. Johnson, Crosk O. Oi:i ai„ Buomstad, IIai.j.ing, M. Jacobson Bottom How— Krickson, Wai.okn, I. Waj.d, K. Jacobson, XI. Olson, K. Myiirk. Eidb, Severson, Bjorkk The Freshman Class 77 HE Freshman Class of 1924 is the largest and perhaps the most diversified in character that has ever been privileged to assemble at Augsburg. Its members have come from many points between our metropolis in the cast and the sunny valleys of Washington to the west; they have acquired their elementary education in various preparatory institutions: they have been influenced by widely differing circumstances and environment; they have many aims and ambitions in life; and yet there is an excellent spirit of unity pervading the class, a spirit which shows a willingness to forget minor differences for the common good. With such a spirit, and with the varied potential abilities which we feel the class possesses, we believe that there are unlimited possibilities for the future. May the class ever as a whole and as individuals preserve and foster this spirit and always follow their chosen motto, “At the foothills, climbing. I’AOK FORTY-EIGHT ACADEMY Class of 1923 Calmer A. Ei.ness - Garfield, Minn. Chorus: H«5 Club IV. His iitout useful Instrument is the baton. Of. A F O. Eos SAN Northwestern College 1. The ielse arc Dalton, Minn. ii. in. unassuming. Arne G. Gynii.d - - Wilhnar, Minn. nand I. II, IU. IV; Oleo Club IV; Musket-ball III, IV. The ir itr ore polite the iroiitl over. Omer M. Johnson - Clear J.ake, Wis. Oratorical . .I mastenutnil, anil a good speaker. iwuk m-rv Class of 1923 Clement R. Lkksland - Brooklyn, X. Y. Oratorical� : Choir. Search for the truth Is the noblest occupation Of man; its publica tin� Ift a duty. A. Edwin Myhre - I.othair, Montana Oratorical� : Keho Start ’; ’•Augaburglan Start. What ire know here is eery little, but what ire arc If � ora at of is ha mense. Martin J. Olson - Brainerd, Minn. Glee Club IV; Gym Team II, III, IV; Helm Start: Augsburglau” Start. Men do less than they ought, unless they do all that they can. Oswald Oudal - Minneapolis, Minn. Basket-ball; Baseball IV. Smoothly and i uietly he glides o'er the. floor, With nerer a word till the game is o’er. 924. PAOB PIKTT-OSK Class of 1923 John Oiwxhkck - . linnca|K lis, Minn. •• « i intii H mill i iii mill m rrr kiiiim u irunl. • i.vix ). Skvkkson - Itramlt. S. Dak. ItriiiHll 11 lull Si-Ihm.I 1. II. Ill lliwlmll IV: l’.!� sk i I.� II. “SIj- (cel nf mIuiiUhimh.'' kov VVai.dkx M l lliill'l’n hi Argyll’� Wis. I'aiik nnvTvvn 4 i t I I I I i Class of 1924 11 AKoi.D Aaskn - • Winger, Minn. I'.iiNka-l liiil). ('miliiln f Anul.Miiv Tcniu IH'.’.'MM : llnwlmll IV. Hr ft« x them urvr I lie jfiili'.” Justin Ai.kson - Minneapolis, Minn. I.IimiwikhI 11 lull Sell.Mil I. II; Wllllimr IIIkIi Si’IhhiI III; ItiwkH-lmll IV. •• Mitfllks mil irlifti Ihffi's UOthiHfl to hr silht. Larky IJi-kc - - Minnea] olisf Minn. Cym Ti'Hin II. Ill: I’.nskiM-lirtll IV. •• I � Til Hliluhtfi li llit in nlhlrllrs. I nAKi.HS IJkkkkk - I lolVnian, Minn. I'Af.K FI KTV-TIIMMC oraiui'IcalH; ('hunitt. Our fust irnrk is rlonr ho auinrlrr 2’ t_ 924 Class of 1924 Oswald S. Da h lager - Ellendale, Minn. Itaskel-bnll IV; Echo” Staff. “Facts of to-day arc dreams of yi sterday.’’ Emil Fossan - - - Dalton, Minn. Gym Team II. III. ‘•iritcii tcords arc scarce they're seldom spent In rain. Alfred Friestad - Kintyre, X. Dak. Napoleon Illgh School. ‘•Luck Is a rcry yood rcard I you put a V be- fore it.’’ Theodore Heimark. - Story City, Iowa Story City High School I, II, III. Knskct-ball IV. “The cheerful man is a kitiff,” PAOB Kl� 'TV-Kuril i i i i ! Class of 1924 Ole R. IIell'and - Peking, X. Dak. Chorus. ■'Over dr little fjcUlc.” Clarence H. Knuijson, Bearslcy, Minn. Hami 1. II: Chorus. When Du hi tehlspers low 'Thou mutt’, (hr youth replies, ‘I CO� A. G. Sterling Knudson, Beardsley, Minn. (Jym Team: Chorus. Sterling—rinps true every time.” Theodore K. Kxutson - Ortonville, Minn. Choru ; Echo Staff. “The paths are smooth lit llosy Dale.” � J'AtiK J-UTY-K1VE Class of 1924 Edwin I.ikmoiin - Willmar, Minn. Wlllnmr High School; Choir. -Oil. Ill t C II I’llllflTH' lkl I Adrian Olson - - Constance, Minn. Augsburglau sinlt : Class Speaker. “The fi till derived from labor In tin■ mrirtint of all iilcusurcK.” Odin B. Storoikn - Hal lock, Minn. Chorus. .I man icho doe ihim x on the. ittjtiiirr. l-AOK KIKTY-81X 1 Class of 1924 Roy C. Toi.i.kfsox - Ellendale, Minn. Hnaelmll III. IV. “Shoic tur tin• Mountain nml I'll climb it.” Li-onakd Tkyostad - Wanamingo, Minn. WanamltiKO lllRh School J : linskoibnll IV. “All Ih in ii coihc to him who will hut work.’’ Einar J. Gynii.d - - Willmar, Minn. 01« Club II. Ill, IV: llnskct-ball IV; Academy ('bib; SlKvnhl Ovale. “A powerful mini rcf urd no bunlcu.'' Thomas Logklan’d - - Nevis, Minn. “Surcli hr will mine tlu t in the world.'’ HIVTV-SV.VKN 92'j JIkxjum H. Dahlaokr Tanovai.d Wold F. Carlson C. Lund Kkdaiil Uklakd C. Haokn Third Academy 7THIS is by no means a large class even though it is a little larger than repre- sented above. There are exactly one dozen members; the absentees were missing, for various reasons, at the studio. Few and insignificant as they appear, there is, nevertheless, within the individuals a dynamic force that is capable of producing a great power. But these ambitions do not all lie in one channel. No, their ambitions are as contrasting ‘and diverse as the surroundings from which they hail; as different as the wild and endless plains of northern Montana and the quiet, sedate valleys of central Wisconsin, or the busy industrial city and the rural farm life. Just so do their ambitions vary from the conflicting fields of polities to the peaceful fields of agricultural activities. But they knew that, re- gardless of what their life’s work was to be, an education was a fundamental necessity. And so they came to Augsburg one, two, oa- three years ago, where they could receive that education in a Christian school. Diverse as their ambi- tions are, they have this unique purpose: to make the world a little better than they found it. to lend a helping hand to struggling humanity. While they have been at school they have taken active part in the various activities, such as: the Glee Club, Choir, Basket-ball, and Gym Team. We lack the means by which to weigh their intellectual abilities, but by their records we know' that they arc not deficient in that respect. And so we believe that success will crown the members of this class, despite the fact that fate and the future often make tremendous changes. PACK FIVTX-BICHT T Khkvik IIanhkn Gilbertson X. Nelson Sciiei T. ClC BISTJ.'NSKN ANKTXSON lIONJtKKU Ul.KIlKKO I. I VERSON Second Academy JT is a confirmed fact that Augsburg Academy lias had larger Sophomore classes than the present class of '24. Altho this class does not rank as high in number as former Sophomore classes, I feel justified in saying that it is equal, if not superior, in moral, mental, and spiritual qualities. The class has manifested the spirit of aggressiveness in the furtherance of school activities. We find embodied in its members the youth of moral determination, spiritual strength, and mental stimulus. 1WOE riFTY-NlNK Top H«W .ToltKNIlY, ItOUXIIKIM, V. CAUMiuX. l'l.ANN Middle How—II. Tui.i.kfxox. Yotkbo, IUaai.anu. K. I.akxox. Maiikino Kottom How—A. IIauim., KUihuix, (iAI.xtap. (). Oi,sox K. Daiii okic. Nkkk. IImwaki� First Academy SjfAt HO ever thought, at the time of Peter, the fisherman, as he sat repairing his nets, that he would become the greatest preacher that ever lived ? Who ever thought that Paul, that brilliant young Hebrew, would ever become the leader in the Church of Jesus Christ? Who ever thought that Martin Luther, a poor miner’s son, would ever accomplish the things that lie did ? Who ever thought that small group of pilgrims who sailed out of England would ever found such a nation as the one to which we have all pledged our allegiance? As you gaze upon the picture of the freshmen from the Academy, how far does your imagination take you? In this group of young men is the raw material for the making of great men to be leaders in the Church and in politics. What- ever may be our calling, our aim is to do all we can for the furtherance of God’s Kingdom here on Earth. PAGK SIXTY Top How—LoriKI.AM� , HoltSIIKIM, MKI.I.OM, (iAImSTAIi, FLANS Third How—H. Toi.i.ki'Xox, H. Aankx. IIaxhkx, Ubamko. Woi.i.. Kvju SeiMind How—II IT.mkuxox, A. Aasxx, Uoxn'kiikiig. IIoxiikuo, Swaxhon, Fiiikktap, Mkmohx Ilodom How- -IlKXJL'AI, SKVKHXOX, T. ClIUIHTKXMKX. X. Xw.HOX, ('. I.t.'XI), K. ClIUIHTKXSXX KlIO-MII., TlCVOKTAU The Commercial Department HE Commercial Department at Augsburg has been increasing in attendance each year since its beginning, and now we have an enrolment of thirty. A comprehensive one-year course is given, including Gregg Shorthand, 20th Century Bookkeeping, and Typewriting. At the completion of the requirements of the course a Commercial Certificate is granted. To-day, commercial training is of greater importance in our educational system than ever before. It is of value to the student, for if he has mastered schorl hand and typewriting and continues his education he will find this training very beneficial in taking lecture notes, writing themes, and so forth. In later life such a training adds to the competency and the efficiency of the individual in whatever line of work he may be employed. In a commercial nation, such as ours, it is necessary to make education as practical as possible. Young people who seek office training are at a great advantage in attending a Christian institution such as Augsburg. They are under spiritual influence which no business college of our day can give. Furthermore, it tends to relieve that monotony of business which is prevalent at commercial colleges. The com- mercial students are privileged to associate with students of other departments and to take part in various school functions. The greater number of this class are Academy hoys, but in the later years, girls have been admitted. Commercial studies require diligent concentration, ac- curacy. and perseverance and the students have applied themselves faithfully. They arc ably instructed by Miss Clara Hellicksen, a graduate of Gregg Normal School, Chicago, Illinois. PAC.K SIXTY-ftXK _ 92 Ac ode mites Alumni in B.C. Campus View Some Chest Cerda Poe or Pose Comp - us Campus - Drill Gentleman Twins An Old Gaff ' PAUB XIXTV-TWO The World, Need «iiTROM Greenland's icy mountains, From India's coral strand, Where Afric’s sunny fountains Roll down their golden sand; From many an ancient river, From many a palmy plain, They call us to deliver Their land from error’s chain. Perhaps no other missionary hymn shows the scope of the world’s need as this one written by R. Heber. The cry of non-Christian countries comes to the whole world to-day, but especially to America. Heathen lands look upon our country as Christian America and they turn to us for help. One of the reasons that North America has been able to make more rapid progress than other countries, is the religious motives of her first settlers. Let us here draw a comparison between North and South America. Our forefathers came in order to seek religious freedom, while South American settlers came in search of gold. As our forefathers built upon the Word of God, so should we abide by the Scriptures. “But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.” We should thank God for this our country and its high ideals. In all humility we should bow before Him and do as He bids us. When only thirty-five and six- tenths per cent, of the people in this world are Christians, don’t you think we ought to wake up and also waken those about us? Many people think that the mission field needs only those who have been ordained as ministers. Truly, ministers are needed in this work, but so also arc Christian teachers, doctors, nurses, and farmers. Great things have been done by missionary doctors. Jesus himself was the Great Physician. He was not afraid of contagion or danger, and gladly held out His hand to heal, even to the wretched leper. Those who go forth into this work must be willing to sacrifice everything. Self must be forgotten and struggling, starving humanity rescued from the snare of the evil one. There is always a demand for Christian nurses, both in our country and across the seas. Women who have learned to know that “God is love” ought always to be willing to minister to those who arc sick in body, as well as to those who arc unsaved. I’Al.K .XIXTV-Koru 92 Non-Christian countries are pleading, not for our civilization and culture, but for Jesus Christ. Teachers and agriculturists must go out. then, not only to show a better way of accomplishing things, but to bring them Jesus Christ and point the way unto salvation. “How then shall they call on.him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?” God is concerned with the whole world and not only part of humanity. He is concerned with everything in human life. For Christ has said, “I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth on me, though he die, yet shall he live; and whosoever liveth and believeth on me shall never die.” A very small percentage of our people can go to the mission field, but never- theless we can be of assistance in spreading the Gospel where God has placed us. He may influence others to go abroad, while we are furthering the Kingdom of God at home. Remember the command of Jesus to his disciples: Go ye there- fore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” A Vision of Youth ijttf Y wife was entertaining callers one Sunday afternoon, and 1 wanted to slip away to a place where their voices would not disturb my meditation. And as Dick, our son, had taken the car, there was nothing left for me to do but walk. It was a glorious afternoon, and I was suddenly seized with a desire to climb to the lop of Grassy Butte, rising directly to the north of our little city. It is really nothing but a large hill with a gradual ascent and a flat knoll at the top. Being a business man of forty-five and not much accustomed to strenuous exercise, I was somewhat overcome by the exertion of climbing even so slight an ascent, and I welcomed gratefully the prospect of a long rest when my climbing would be at an end. ) sank passively down upon the luxuriant green grass when I had reached my destination. I was too tired to look about me much at first, but gazed indifferently down upon the familiar city at my feet. Through half- closed lids, 1 saw people walking leisurely along the streets or thronging the parks, golf links, and tennis courts. And the cars formed a continuous chain along the familiar drives of the city. I looked down upon that teeming life with somewhat of a disdainful attitude, as one who chooses to remain slightly aloof. The afternoon sun shone down upon the already gaudy and restless scene, en- hancing its glamor. I shut my eyes, for I was sad at heart. I A«r. R1XTY-V1VB ‘There, that’s the work of youth,” I spoke bitterly to myself. “That is what youth with its light heart and its frivolous actions does—it breaks down institutions and conventionalities, the very props of society. Ah, the youth of this day will ruin us.” I know not how long I thus brooded. Presently, I saw dimly what seemed at first to be a statue, for it was quite motionless. Startled at not having noticed it before, I ventured to examine the object closer, and found it to be an old man seated upon a large boulder. He clutched absent-mindedly at a long staff and seemed to be meditating deeply upon something. I had to speak to him before he became aware of my presence. “Well my good old man,” I addressed him. ‘‘I am surprised to find a com- panion here m this lonely spot.” At the sound of my voice, the old man turned his ga .e upon me, and I en- countered two misty, gray-blue eyes which seemed to be looking far past me into the distance. It was a moment or two before he answered. It came in a vague, almost inaudible whisper. ‘‘Ah, yes ” I Ic was once more staring dreamily in the direction of the city from which I had come. I was somewhat perturbed at his reserve. But he had aroused my curiosity to such an extent, that I decided to try once more to enter into a conversation with him. “Are you a shepherd?” f asked, glancing at his staff. “If so, where is your flock? Or arc you a prophet or philosopher? “Yes, yes, perhaps,” was his brief reply. 1 fowever, I was not yet outdone. I would try again. “You seem very much interested in the affairs of the city below,” I volun- teered. “And aren’t you?” He looked at me again, and this time 1 had a faint suspicion that he really saw me for the first time. Yes, very much,” I agreed. “But alas! I greatly fear the tendencies of this age. What can we expect of the future?” I added bitterly. The old sage glanced a bit scarchingly into my face, and this time there could be no doubt but that he saw me. That rests with the youth of to-day.” “ There's just where the danger comes in,” I interrupted hotly. “Our un- scrupulous, our reckless youth will dash civilization upon the rocks of destruction; and must we, have we a right to stand by and passively view the outcome? Youth is not qualified to cope with life’s most intricate problems. It is not cap- able of ruling. Shall we not wrest the power from their hands, and if we meet with opposition as no doubt we shall, must we not subject youth to our will? Is it not our duty to change and stem the tide and tendencies of the day?” I W;R SIXTY-SIX •t njsAu tf)an 924. My companion stayed my vehemence with a single gesture of his arm. Calmly he began to speak, and his majesty and quiet dignity gradually subdued my indignation and forced inc to listen. “Ah, friend, don’t I know how difficult it is for the old order to give up to the new? Old Saturn was reluctant to yield to Apollo's superiority because the latter was young, but there was no other alternative. It is the law of progress. Old traditions, conventions, and institutions which have outworn their usefulness must be cast aside or remodeled, and it is the mission of youth to bring about these innovations amid much criticism and adversity. “Yes, yes,’’ I broke in. “But supposing the would-be rulers of to-day lack the high ideals, the leadership, and the practical common sense necessary to carry out their new theories. Must we, nevertheless, yield to an order which we feel to be inferior to our present regime?” “Ah”, the old man spoke again. “Our youth is not so incapable as it seems. Underneath ihe cloak of superficiality and flippancy, there is a genuineness of character which only awaits the test of a difficult situation to bring it out. Leaders are born thus; they evolve out of a need. And I feel certain that the present generation is not wholly deficient in stability of character. They have proven that to my satisfaction already.” I was about to argue the point, but the man’s earnestness inspired me to silence. lie went on. “You see that little white cottage down there with the vine-covered brick chimney on one side?” He pointed with his staff in the direction I was to look. There lives Mrs. Jane Aldcn with her son and daughter who are both in the early twenties. Only a short time ago, this family lived in one of the grandest mansions in the better district of the city. As you can readily guess, they then moved in the best of society. No one then would have detected any exceptional talent or trait of character in cither the boy or the girl. It was quite the contrary, which was the case. Dwight was very nearly expelled from college more than once. To spend money seemed to be his one accomplishment, and lie was almost always involved in affairs, which the authorities of the school had to investigate from time to time. His sister Marjorie, after her return from an exclusive girls’ college, had had no other concern from day to day than to attend as many social functions as possible with her popular mother. Marjorie had an attractive personality, but it was masked by the customary flippant ways, the artificiality of dress, and the daring ingenuity of the present-day generation. “Then without warning, the crash came!—a financial failure followed by the physical break-down and death of Mr. Aldcn. There was nothing left but the insurance, a mere trifle it seemed to the shocked family. But this financial cal- amity brought about a moral crisis in the lives of the two young people. While their proud mother was still lamenting the recent disaster, Dwight and Marjorie looked with clear insight into the future and heroically did their best to com- I'AliK SIXTY-XKV bine the common sense which had lain dormant for so long a time with their sadly impractical, cultural education. Dwight left college and Marjorie her gay social life, and together they entered the industrial world in spite of their mother’s remonstrances. She suggested that they try to manage on their small income for the present and trust that some day Marjorie would make a good match, and thus restore the family fortune. But the brother and sister were firm in their resolve, although it meant saying farewell to their life of ease and their former friends and entering into a new world—a world of responsibility and care. Dwight, especially, had some hard struggles at first, starting at the bottom of some business as he did, but now, he has already given promise of the worth he will be to his firm in the future.” “Oh,” I cried out exstatically. “It is not a cruel fate which bids us sur- render to such a beautiful and strong order as the order of youth. I shall no longer lament the fact—” I broke off abruptly, for my voice sounded strangely shrill to my own ears. I rubbed my eyes and stared about me. I had been sleep- ing, and I was quite alone on the little knoll on Grassy Butte. Down below the shades of dusk were already gathering, and I prepared to descend to my sphere in life once more. But henceforth, I would be tolerant with the younger genera- tion, for I realized that youth is our pride and our only source of hope. Livet I VET cr en skolc. Mange erfaringsrike aar er svundet, og de kominer al- drig mere tilbake. Allc mennesker tranger belarelse og livet cr av saa- dan beskaffenhet at “mennesket larer, saa langc det lever.” Det er en kjendsgjerning, at den tidligstc livserfaring 0vcr den magtigste indflydclsc paa inenncskets utvikling. Vi cr en forsamling av unge mand og kvinder, som rustet med livets. unge kraft staar paa Uerskelen til landet som ligger foran os i skjar av sterke laengsler og gyldne drummer. Det brawler av kampiver og livsglade idet vi ser fremtidsopgaven. Vi ser fremover med haab om Ivkkc og sukces. Livsmod bestaar deri at leve livet med dets vilkaar. Sp0rsmaalet blir, om vi har betingelscr til seierrikt at m0te problemernc. Hcmmeligheten ligger deri at ville noget. Historien viscr os menneskenes livskamp her i verden. Mange rak frem til store ting, og vi sp0r os selv, “hvad var grunden?” De hadde ct ideal at leve og kjampe for. Lykkelig er den ungdom som har noget at leve for, og ofrer hvad som kraves. I.a dit livsideal vare stort og vik ikkc for hindringernc. “Paa det jevtie, paa det jevne, ikke i det himmclblaa, der liar livet sat dig stevne, der skal du din pr0vc staa.” PAGE SIXTY-EIGHT 'f fs i tf an 9 4 Men skal man fylde sin stilling i tilvierclsen paa bedste maate saa skcr det derved at man lever sit liv til Guds acre og menneskencs sande gavn. Kristen- dommen, som er i pakt med livet, bar sterkc straaler av guddommelig lys fra en h iere venlen. Ved erkjendelsen av Jesus Kristus skal du erfare dettc. Bruk 0ine og 0rer og du skal erkjendc: Gud gir livet indhold. 1 unge som liar valgt at ta livskampen op i Jcsu navn, under edcr cr de evige arme som redder og ba. rer. I Ian skjjenkcr os allc mod i livets mange omveks- linger. Kristendommcn bringer mennesket til en h0idc som ikke paa nogen anden maate kan naacs. Livets h iestc gode er samfund med Gud, og valgets resultat cr og forblir dette: “Til hvem skal vi gaa uten til dig.” At lcvc med ham cr at elskes og elske. Den som lever rikest clsker mest. Er vort motiv “mig selv,” oiler “andre menneskers” lvkkc? Lykkclig er det menneske som lever for at tjene sin nsestc. Kjaerlighcten er tjcnersindetS inderstc marv. Den alcne gir livstjenesten vterd. Det dagligdagsc, utrsettelige, og kanskc ubemerkede arbeide bar en l0n at bringc. Dennc tjenerstilling blir, naar alt kommer til alt, menneskelivets dy- pcste og hp'ieste adelskap. “I bcllig prydclse kommer din ungdom til dig, som dugg ut av morgenr dens skjjkl.” Der kommer en dag da livets regnskap skal avgj res. I-Ivad er dog livet? — “Et pust i sivet, et bav av kraefter som en evigbet biger efter.” “Giv o Gud naar livets sol gaar ned, giv mig da en saadan aftenfred. Lad din naadcs lys faa z-’ise mig herligheten hjemme der Itos dig. Lad min sjeel forklaret trade from, naar du aapner dflrcn til dit hjem.” Joiian Alver. I'AfiK SIXTY-SINK Commencement GjSj'HE days have sped, The months have fled, Long years have passed me, never to return; To-night upon a- height I stand And view from hence the Future’s land, Where 1 may use my talent, or let my candle burn. He my sphere small, Unknown to all, Or he it one of influence more broad; Whatever place He calls me to, Whate’cr the work He bids me do, I’ll gladly heed His bidding, and there I’ll serve my God. Farewell to you, My schoolmates true! Be thanked for all the happy days now gone. To-night our paths must separate; May high ideals actuate Each heart as on we battle, till ev’ry fight be won. To life, all hail! I shall not fail, For in the hand of Christ I place my hand. And so on Graduation Day 1 lift my eye along life’s way And trust that lie will lead me till 1 gain the Promised Land. —Suuirom Drahnrcb. I'AflK KKVKNTY-TWO m ‘ —0 Jt Top Cow—Peterson. Larson. Harbo. Klness. Daiilacek Middle Row—Iverson, Daiii.k, IIallinc. K. Gynild, a. gynild, Sobkkq, Wm. Rykkex BjUoui Row—OsTBY, M. Olson. OLSON. Prop. OrsKTH 1 UrPCtor� . Halvorsox, W. Rykkkn. Nash Glee Club Tour 1923 ffl’HE GI.KE CLUB has always held the leading role among the main activities of Augsburg and it was therefore highly gratifying to many when the Glee Club was reorganized and started training for the spring tour. It was a new venture on the part of eleven of the members, and the director was making his first acquaintance with Augsburg. Professor Opscth drilled the boys conscientiously and by the time spring ar- rived he had converted a group consisting chiefly of untrained voices into a highly effective singing organization. The tour which led into southern Minnesota was short but successful. Only eight concerts were rendered, but everywhere modest and sincere praise was spoken and hopes were expressed that visits might be repeated in the future. As it is the aim of Augsburg that the Truth shall be known, that the Truth might make men free, so also is it the aim of the Glee Club to send forth a message of Truth in song, and hence all of its concert-numbers arc sacred. In this way the Glee Club renders a Christian service, for as Bishop Beveridge says, “When music sounds the sweelliest in my cars, Truth commonly flows the clearest into my mind.” The amateur ballad below is the dramatization of one of the many thrilling events on the tour. GLEEMAN GOULASH In the Op’ra House at Adrian The Augsburg Glee Club sang; The audience sat attentively as forth the music rang. But soon the air was filled with smoke, which from the basement rose. And handkerchiefs began to move from eyelids to the nose. Then suddenly as music sweet was floating thru the air. We heard some bangs from underneath, and Tryg ran down the stair. When Tryg came back, his face was white as if he'd seen a ghost— “It’s burning down below, he said, We’ll soon begin to roast! Why don’t you sing!” our leader said; ’twas clear he didn’t half perceive That curling smoke, not smiling maids, our furtive glance received. And Opscth’s brow was wrinkled up, his teeth were gnashing hard— Why don’t those farmers chop their wood out in their own back yard! We boys stood on the burning stage, while flames were leaping high; As one by one the pillars fell, the floor began to sigh. The audience for the exits ran. and panic grew apace, But Halvor was a minute-man, and stilled the frantic race. His words like music stemmed the rush, and quiet it became; But to toiling farmers down below fore’er belongs the fame. Once more the Glee Club calmly stepped mion the sagging floor; And music sweet distilled deep peace, where bedlam reigned before. —Anon. PACK SKVESTY-THBEE HllU.I-AJ.NHAHK HOY«l I Glee Club Tour 1924 jC VERY great event in the history of the world has been celebrated or com- memorated with music. It is a significant fact that at the first corner-stone laying ever observed music had a prominent part in the service. The Book of Job tells tiiat when the corner-stone of the foundations of the earth was laid, the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy. Is it any wonder then that the church of God is a singing church and that no service is complete without music? Mazzini forcefully says, “Music is the harmonious voice of creation; an echo of the invisible world; one note of the divine concord which the entire universe is destined one day to sound.” Luther says, Next to theology I give to music the highest place and h.onor. Augsburg is thoroughly Lutheran in this respect also, and the Glee Club which represented it in the season of ’23-’24 rendered music which was indeed a source of pleasure, and joy, and power. The Glee Club was of almost the same personnel as the year before, but thru the assiduous work and fine talent of its director, Professor Henry P. Opseth, it was somewhat better disciplined. The harmony was fuller and the interpretation more responsive. On this tour which led through Minnesota and Wisconsin sixteen concerts were rendered to as many enthusiastic audiences, and two concerts were given the following week in Minneapolis. Another short trip was taken on a week-end to neighboring small towns. Only the warmest appreciation both as to the type and the quality of music given was expressed at all these concerts. Unbiased and competent critics commended the Glee Club and its director very highly. Needless to say the Glee Club itself enjoyed the trip most of all. The com- plete relaxation from school duties and the assumption of entirely new ones, com- bined with good fellowship and jolly spirits, made it a most refreshing tour. Though every one of the songsters had to make up for lost time when they finally returned to their studies, not one of them regretted having been out on the tour. Besides bringing the Gospel in song to the congregations the Glee Club sought to advertise Augsburg in the best way possible. This was accomplished, first, by delivering a short address at every program, partly or wholly concerning our school, and, secondly, by singing in various high schools whenever there was an opportunity. Finally, the successful completion of the tour gave the Glee Club a new ideal of constant growth and advance. We hope it may have a still brighter future. We know that it aspires for a bigger and better Augsburg, and to that end we hope that it will ever strive to do its very best—for there is no virtue in mediocrity. TAOK SKVK.NTY-KIVK Top How—O. Aakkn. Hislov, a. Olson, IIaahkim, I'alk, Ybtkdo, ii. Tou.kkson Third Row—Fkikstad, K. Daiilaokk. K. Larson. B. ('huistknkkn, II. T. Tom.kknox, Markino. C. Qvanmkck, Likmoiin. C. Tollkkson, O. IIki.land Second How—ISjoiikk. Jkuktau, Ojkhuahl. Storm. Hiikk kk. CJunlbrkon, I- Olson, Woi.i , Hromstao, Swknskn, Konnkiikug, K. .Iaoodnon Bottom Row- M. Woi.o, Swanson. M. Jacoiison, I uok. OrsRrn (Director). O. I’kdkuson, Kidk, It. ARNT7.KN, O. I'KDRUSKN The Augsburg Choir TT?IE CHOIR is a new musical organization at Augsburg. Up to this year, the chief musical bodies have been the Men’s Glee Club and the Ladies’ Glee Club. This year, being there was more material to work with, it was de- cided to have a choir instead of the Ladies’ Glee Club. This would give a greater number of the young men and women a chance to develop their vocal talents. Under the able direction of Prof. Opseth, the Choir was able to make its initial appearance at Christmas when it sang Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus.” Judging from the results so far obtained, we may well look forward to a bright future for the Augsburg Choir. Its beginning is humble, to he sure; but by hard work, there is no reason why it should not expand to greater musical dimensions. It is the duty of those with vocal talents to offer their services and help build up this new organization and create a greater interest in Choral sing- ing at Augsburg. I AGK SKVKNTY-SIX Top Row—Lkki.axd, Rihlov, Falk, Ki.nr.ss, Galktau Third Row—H. Aisktzkx, Swanson, Ai.fson, Makkinc, Liemoiin, Kkikxtap, Stojim, Jkuxtad Second Row- M. IIackn. M. JACOBSON, K. IIrnpkICKXON, Guam no, Y STietio, Nrss. O. Oi.son, I,. Olson, Kidrm, M. Jokcbnxon Mottom Row- 11 allino, SvKiumm-, Roan, Mkiivk (Teacher), J.h.lkhki, Svkudhup, Kcki.ik Music, An Educational Factor Iiixu-: Mehus. fN choosing a school, the musically talented student was formerly confronted with the problem of deciding between college and no music, or music and no college. Colleges arc settling that question now by offering college courses with music. In recent years emphasis has been placed upon the selection of subjects which will benefit pupils during their school lives and prepare them for taking their places later as members of communities in the world as it now is, and as it will be thirty or forty years hence. Music is one study which has been subjected to close examination and it is of interest and significance that most of the western and middle-western universities have placed music, both theoretical and practical, on an equal basis with literary and purely scientific subjects. In the East, Columbia University led in recognizing the educational value of music and other PACK SKVK.STY-XKVKS universities and colleges arc following. Last year Augsburg fell in line by in- troducing a full music course and is now giving college credit for both practical and theoretical music. The cultural value of music has long been recognized and accepted, in tact emphasized so much that the other aspects of music have been overlooked by many. There are three other features of music which we should consider, namely, the excellent intellectual training, its high value as a socializing force, and last, but not least, its importance in the matter of putting leisure to a worthy use. Music, with its absolute necessity of accuracy, is undoubtedly the most valu- able subject offered for training a student in quickness of perception, in rapidity of coordination, in keen observation of symmetry and unity, in patience and per- sistence, in conservation of time and energy, in minute and accurate memorizing. Music is unique in that while contributing to the aesthetic and emotional de- velopment of a student, it provides this exceptional mental training. Music, being the only “universal language” the world possesses at present, is one of the most powerful socializing forces in existence. Factories, business establishments, the army and navy, citizenship clubs, schools, and churches arc utilizing their knowledge of this fact by promoting community singing and by organizing choruses, orchestras, and bands. Investigation by the Bureau of the Department of Commerce at Washington discloses that during the year of 1922 we spent, here in the United States, the almost incredible sum of over seven hundred million dollars on music. But wc are justified in demanding even more music than this, because we need group feeling, patriotic inspiration, improved morale, and relaxation from strain and worry—and music can give these things to a greater extent than any other agency. Practically all sociologists agree that the happiness, sanity, and morality of the world depend more upon the use of leisure than upon any one other thing. By stimulating in the child interest in literature, history, and art, by encouraging physical training, and by fostering a love for music, wc may not only prevent the man from using his leisure in an unworthy or harmful way, but help him to so spend the time as to be better equipped physically, intellectually, and morally, of more use to his community, and happier himself. Music will assume its rightful place in school curricula as its intellectual, social, and moral, as well as cultural, values are more fully appreciated. For, as G. Stanley Hall says, “Music is an art which has in it more promise and potency than any other form of culture; it is without exception of quintessential, liberal, humanistic, educational vaiue. It limbers each faculty, loosens and softens all that is hard in the soul, stretches out each faculty to its fullest dimensions. PACK NKVKNTY-BKiHT The Appreciation of Music Henry P. Opseth (i 'I' a recent concert, the great pianist Valditnore de Pachman, who excels in Chopin music, played a Chopin Etude and was wildly applauded by the audience. As the applause rose he held up his hand and when it became quiet again, he said, “You people know nothing about music, or you would not have applauded this number as J have played it very poorly.” A situation of this kind makes one wonder how many people really appreciate good music. Surctte and Mason, in their book, “Appreciation of Music”, say that out of every score of music lovers in an audience, ten are not listening at all, but arc watching scenery, performers, the program, or arc lost in their own thoughts; five are basking in the sound as a dog basks in the sun; that is, not actively following it at all. Then there are two to whom music brings pictures of trees, mountains, rivers, and so on. Perhaps there is one who takes merely the scienti- fic interest; and he is busy analyzing themes and motives. Only two, then, out of twenty are left who are actively following the melody, living over again the thoughts of the composer and really appreciating the beauties. The question then comes up: Mow can one learn to free his mind from the externals of music, programs, performers, and audience and join the group of really appreciative music-lovers. It is not enough to merely put oneself into musical atmosphere; we must learn by concentrated attention to absorb and mentally digest music. Without an alert mind one can not hope to accomplish anything. All successful men in any line are successful because they have con- centrated their mind upon a particular subject, and in no other way can a lover of music hope to learn to appreciate music in the right way. A technical knowl- edge is not necessary for the appreciation of music any more than an understand- ing of the laws of perspective for the appreciation of a picture, but it is well to have some guidance as to what to listen for in various numbers. In most con- certs this guidance is given in program notes. One must be in a sympathetic frame of mind, must make himself at home in the musical atmosphere, and have his mind made up to enjoy thoroughly the music given. A good place in which to start actively to train one’s mind in the apprecia- tion of music is in the church audience on Sunday mornings. Have you ever found yourself during the singing of the hymns interested in the choir, the minister, some person in front of you, or your own thoughts, so that when the hymns were ended you knew not what you had sung? It was merely a mechanical performance on your part. Some of the most beautiful music is our church music, and by concentrating and keeping the mind alert, active, and filled with reverence, one can soon develop a real love and appreciation also for the music service of the church. The main thing is to keep the mind active and concentrated upon the music, and as this becomes an established habit we shall find the keenest enjoyment in all that music has to offer. PACK HKVRNTV-MXK Ckftjm’ Fattp A C027lffto2t Ashland i)u]ut -— Lp'tipGPicr BrzmevcL ■ jp Battle LaRelrj J FQiwu FJilM - DaitajI; k Aleyaac a __ illm m— l A«K KHillTV ■V Zn js ui' h in ,?■ The Alumni Point of View jjlY IiASUKKI) by the standards of Kuropean, and a few New Kngland colleges, s very young indeed, lint viewed in its Middle Western setting the institution is venerable with age. More than a half century lias passed since the pioneers, moved by high religious and educational ideals, opened the doors of this college. The great task of the Norwegian immigrants who came out to the Mississippi Valley in early days was that of winning a livelihood, of achieving economic independence. The transformation of the wilderness and the building tip of the Mid-western commonwealths testify to the energy, per- sistence, and unceasing toil which they, in common with other settlers, gave to the solution of the material problem. I hit they had a profound realization of the fact that man does not live by bread alone. No student of history can in- vestigate the records of their activities without being impressed by the piety and zeal for truth which characterized most of these builders of the last generation. In their plans for community life four things went together, -home, labor, church, and school They gladly made large sacrifices in order to establish firm foundations for the development of their religious life and for the education of their children. Augsburg is a heritage from men and women of pioneer times to whom life was intolerable if the things of the spirit went uncultivated. Augsburg came into being in 1869. What astonishing changes have taken place in the West since that time! The frontier has receded and disappeared; fMiK KMilITV-MNi: large cities have sprung up; population lias increased as if by magic; an un- foreseen economic and industrial development has come about; truly the condi- tions of life have been altered. Tit rough this period of change and growth Augsburg has been in existence, and to-day, in 1924, the school is still active and influential. Year by year it has sent its graduates out to take their places in the changing world. Naturally there has come into existence a very con- siderable body of alumni, men who have felt the touch of a common influence, sons of Augsburg united by fraternal bonds. To tell about these men and their activities and achievements in the world would be a congenial task for one who feels a natural pride in the school where they received their training. Such a recital doubtless would reflect no little credit upon the mother institution. The object of this brief article, however, is to set forth the spirit of the alumni, to catch and to interpret their point of view with regard to the college which has left its stamp upon them. There is a certain affection—indeed, 1 may say a peculiar tenderness—in the feeling of Augsburg men for their Alma Mater. This affection is in no way contingent upon the size, the enrolment, and the amount of endowment which the college boasts. “Augsburgians” can truly say of their school what Daniel Webster said of Dartmouth College: “It is only a small college,—but there arc those who love it. ' This affection is intimately bound up with pride in what the college has stood for throughout its long existence. It has been an institution with a back- bone. Its graduates recognize not only that it has existed for certain lofty principles but also that it has in a measurable degree lived up to its aims. This tribute would be given, I dare say, not only by those alumni who have adhered to the tenets of the church which has given the school its prinicpal backing, but also by those who have been gathered into other folds. Akin to affection and pride is the feeling of gratitude. Augsburg men are naturally grateful to the college for what they received from it. But this gratitude is not measured in terms of courses, synthesis of facts, subjects, and the like. This is not to say that the college training did not yield a considerable body of knowledge. More important, however, is the fact that the college wanted its students to know the emancipating and liberalizing truth. Many of them have gone forward in their studies in universities and in other colleges and have supplemented their training in methods and subject-matter. Many others have entered directly into their chosen fields of work and through independent study and public service have gained further insight into the processes of straight thinking. The supreme aim of human endeavor is the attainment of truth. The world has needed and to-day needs men and women—whether college-trained or not—who not only are zealous in the search for truth, but also fiave sufficient intellectual candor to face facts, who will not send up smoke screens to shut off the revealing illumination of truth. Every Augsburg graduate has come under the influence of teachers of power and insight. The college has had men of rare personality, genuine force of character, and liberal mind, to guide its fortunes. I believe that every Augsburg man will join me in paying tribute to the high qualities of the Augsburg teachers. It is natural, therefore, that thoughts of the school should bring up memories of these men of ability and character, for their influence has had wide ramifi- cations. The college years, from one point of view, are years of preparation for life; but of course they also arc a part of life. Four years constitute a con- siderable part of the life of the average individual. Little wonder that the as- sociations and friendships of the undergraduate period stand out vividly in the recollections of former students! The comradeship of student days was a part of the process of education, and not an insignificant part. Not that the friend- ships of college days were better than those formed later; the truth probably is simply that minds are a bit more plastic in youth and that the process of charac- ter building is then relatively more important than in the more mature years. Augsburg has consistently stressed the importance and the value of faithful service alike to men and to God. This is no unique distinction, however. Fortun- ately, hundreds of other institutions are founded upon the principle of service and are conducted along lines consistent with that principle. The point is simply that Augsburg graduates have been influenced by the ideals set up at their Alma Mater. As one runs over the list of Augsburg graduates—as printed in Professor 1 lelland's admirable historical account of the institution—one is impressed by the number of men who have entered vocations in the religious and educational fields, vocations in which the principal rewards are satisfaction in serving man- kind, joy iii contributing to human knowledge and welfare. Very probably few of these men have received adequate financial compensation for their work. These, then, are some of the ideas which the Augsburg graduate associates with his Alma Mater. It is sometimes said that love is blind; but assuredly the mature affection of an alumnus for his Alma Mater is open-eyed. There are many colleges of high rank in the United States to-day. The competition among these colleges is not confined to athletics. The truth is that, with American education progressing at its present rate, only first-class colleges can stand the test. Every Augsburg man who has come into close contact with the collegiate world realizes that his Alma Mater must progress steadily if it is to win the recognition which its principles merit. It must measure up to the high academic standards of the day; it must see to it that the quality of its instruction is kept on a high plane; it must improve its equipment; it must continue to build up its library; it must keep abreast of the world in scientific and other lines; it must wage war on obscurantism. Always insisting upon high intellectual standards, the college must not neglect the physical side of education. The writer believes that the alumni as a whole arc for high college standards. They favor such PAGK RIGHT Y-TIIRICB standards for their intrinsic worth. But it should be made clear that the alumni desire the college to win genuine recognition. They wish it to rank with best colleges in the state. They wish this to be popularly recognized. The projected moving of the school from its present undesirable location and the adoption of co-education are signs of progress which the alumni hail with satisfaction. It is sincerely to be hoped that the point of view of the majority of the alumni is a critical one, not a complacent one. But the spirit of constructive criticism should be applied by the alumni to their own organization also. The abject in view is that Greater Augsburg which the future holds out as the reward of strenuous endeavor coupled with high ideals. The Augsburg Alumni Asso- ciation, with a large and loyal active membership, must be ready at all times to help to advance the best interests of the school. It has proved that it can do concrete things for the college. It intends to lend a helping hand to the institu- tion whenever the opportunity offers itself. I hope that before long the Associa- tion will work out plans for keeping the alumni currently informed about Augs- burg happenings and that a better integration of the alumni as a whole will re- sult. Tiieodoke C. Blf.gen. If I were to make the choice again, would I then choose the Ministry? STAYS BISHOP QUAYLE: “If God or man has a manlier business than rfy preaching, that business has not been set down in the list of masculine ac- tivities. Freaching is a robust business. It is nothing ladylike.” i was looking for a man-sized job. The ministry appealed to me as being such. That is one reason why I chose to enter the ministry. Another one is that the ministry deals with the most vital thing in men's lives, religion. Con- science is the most essential part in a person’s make-up. A man may be physic- ally perfect and yet be a brute. He may have a master intellect and yet be a moral wreck. But if he has an enlightened conscience, tho he has a weak body or an inferior mind, his influence is elevating and he helps make this world a better place to live in. He is fulfilling the purpose Of life. It is great to be an artist and produce paintings that generation after genera- tion will admire. It is great to be a musician and compose music to be sung by millions of tongues. It is great to be a builder and build magnificent castles. It is greater to help make men. That is what the ministry is concerned with. The true ministry brings into men’s lives that power which kindles the spark of divinity within their breasts that makes them eternal men. VAGK KJCIITY-I'orn 1 have watched a great building under construction. The foundation was laid very carefully, if possible, clear down on the bed-rock. On it was added story upon story until it stood completed in imposing grandeur bespeaking the power of man over nature. But a few generations, or perhaps a few centuries pass by, and where the magnificent building stood is only a heap of ruins. The rough hand of time has obliterated its imposing grandeur and beauty. I have watched the growth of a life, a Christian life. It began in the cradle when a fond mother and a loving father planted in the receptive soul of that little piece of humanity the seeds of eternity. It passed thru the years of childhood nurtured in the Christian truths. The breath of the Holy Spirit upon its soul was as the dew of the morning upon the flowers. The seeds sprang forth into fragrant blossoms with the promise of rich fruit in riper years. With the riper years came the promised fruit in beautiful tokens of love, kindness, mercy, and helpfulness.—A harsh cough, a very thin stream of red blood, a pale, weary head on the pillow, and the young life was slowly ebbing away. They placed him where he could see the budding rosebush outside the east window. Friends came to show their sympathy. The sick one smiled. And the smile was a revelation. Forgotten was the sick room, forgotten was the weary head upon the pillow. A glory divine had entered the room. The friends went away with a vision of a land of promise where the sun never sets over a pale, weary head on a pillow. Six more weeks and lie is laid to rest in the ground. His place know's him no more. And yet they know him. His in- fluence lingers with those who are left behind. The kind words he spoke arc rcmemliered. The loving deeds he did arc spoken of. And one by one the lives of his friends are transformed in accordance with the likeness of the One they had seen living and acting thru him who is gone. And on the other side, if we were permitted to draw back the curtain, we should see a life of infinite beauty and glory and hear a voice triumphant singing the praises of God. He lives forever with his God. Back of all this had stood a ministry which had spoken to his parents of the privileges and the responsibilities of life. It had been a ministry of wise guidance and thoughtful advice in the days of childhood, of gentle admonition and manly counsel in the critical days of youth, of tender comfort and strong faith in the days of struggles and sorrows, of divine composure in the hour of death—and of victory. The influence of such ministry breaks the bounds of time and is felt thru all eternity. No other profession offers such opportunities for service. And in the light of eternity, the amount of service we have ren- dered our fellow beings is the measure of our success. No cold cash counts there, neither docs fame, as men call it, neither do worldly wisdom, influence, power, but, “How did you serve your God and your brothers?” The challenge of the truth is compelling and lasting. Men have felt the challenge of the goldfields. They have gone. Some of them never to return. I-AOB KIGHTY-KIVB ' i jsAi jp i i 924 Some have come back with the pure shining gold, fascinating, alluring, a power in this world. They have become satiated, weary of life and its rounds of pleasure. There is something gold can not buy, peace of conscience. Others have felt the challenge of business. They have bent all their efforts on being successful in the business world. No doubt there is a certain thrill in building up a great business. But a time came when the eyes could not so clearly dis- tinguish the numerals in the long columns that told of increased production and expansion of business. The mind refused to work so quickly as formerly. By the inevitable law's of life they arc not permitted to go any further. Others have felt the challenge of art. The symmetry of colors and the law of har- mony have brot them an esthetic enjoyment that the uninitiated know nothing of. But a day came when the hand that held the brush became unsteady and the fingers that sc nimbly ran over the keys became stiff. The soul was shorn of its wings and could ascend no higher. Others have felt the challenge of science and have pursued the study of it. To study the mystery of nature from the smallness of an electron to the vastness of a sun must indeed be fascinating. But scientific truth docs not satisfy the soul’s longing for the living truth. It cannot give the soul proper ballast for its eternal voyage. In the ministry one feels the challenge of the eternal truth, the quest for God. Not that this challenge does not present itself to a person in any walk of life, but never so intensified and forceful as in the ministry. Here the challenge is always present, in the study of the Word, in dealing with souls. When Newton discovered the law of gravitation, when Columbus discovered a new continent, when Mine. Curie together with her famous husband discovered radium, they all did mankind a great service, and they must have felt the thrill that comes to those wdiosc privilege it is to be the pioneers of progress. IIow- ever, these and similar discoveries, inestimably beneficial as they may be for the present lime, have no eternal value. If a person is to pass into the great beyond, and he is told that the law of gravitation works, or what an advantage it was for humanity that America was discovered, or that a goodly portion of the supply of the costly radium is his, it will give him little comfort and no light on his possibilities in the future state. But let a sincere ministry tell him of the Son of God who became the Son of man, suffered, died, rose again, and now sits on the right hand of God the Father as the victor over death and the king- dom of Satan; let it tell him of a cross the glory of which will illuminate the dark valley, of a Savior whose strong and tender hand will lead the soul safely thru, then—and oh, the glorious thrill of it—while all things earthly are slipping away, he may discover what the venerated Dr. Simpson called the greatest of all discoveries, that he is a sinner and that Jesus Christ is a Savior from sin. What is the greatest reward in life? The peace that comes to a soul con- fident of a kind deed done. The very nature of the minister’s work gives him more opportunities for doing good than any other profession. In proportion as he uses these opportunities the reward of goodness will be his. PAOK KICHTV-SIX v tujsAu rin 924 Are there no disappointments in the ministry? Yes, many. There is the disappointment of well meaning efforts being mis- interpreted, of misplaced trust in men. There is the sting of the reproof that the ministry is not a masculine job, or that the minister is a parasite. But per- haps the greatest disappointment is the sense of failing to live up to what one secs should be the ideal of a minister. Hence the temptation to give up, to be a quitter, to leave Rome, the place of difficulties and persecution, as Peter does in Quo Vadis”. But also, as Peter did, to meet Christ on the way. It may be sitting in an easy-chair late at night, head drooping, heart heavy, with a feeling, “What’s the use of keeping on anyway?” lonesome as only a minister can feel lonesome. Then to feel the presence of someone else in the room; it is the Master himself. Yes, the crown of thorns is there on his head, his hands and feel bear marks of the cruel nails, and his side of the piercing sword. He looks at you as no one else can look, gently admonishing and yet lovingly tender; there is an appeal in the look and a challenge. Arc you quitting, my son? Good God, am I a coward! Is there a yellow streak in me! You feel the magnetism of his personality. Your whole being seems electri- fied. Springing up, you grasp him by the hand and answer: Master, I will go on! You have caught the vision of the glory of the ministry. If I were to make the choice again, would I then choose the ministry? Yes, most decidedly yes! A Young Minister. Christian Principles in Politics fVERY citizen in our country is in politics. A democracy is run by public opinion. All public officials arc elected bv the voters or appointed by some elected official. Every ordinance, every law, every constitutional provision may be changed if the public opinion so demands. Public opinion may be right. It may be wrong. When it is right the state is improved. When it is wrong it suffers. Our political activity may be beneficial, because it is inspired by love for our country; it may be harmful, being debased by hatred; it may be worthless, made so by carelessness. One may prize the honor of an election so highly that he will sell his soul to attain it. One may love his business so dearly that he will bribe a lawmaker to preserve it. Still another may value money so highly that he will sell his of- ficial influence fo«- it. r. l!K KinilllTY-SBYKN 92 The capitalist wants to control politics to protect his investments. The laborer wants his candidate elected to help in his fight against his employer. The farmer wants his government controlled by farmers for the benefit of his farm. A great mass of people don’t care about politics at all, thinking that their selfish interest will in no way he affected. Where is the citizen who will seek the welfare of all? Where is the peace- maker who will help reconcile the differences? Where shall we look for the electorate which will demand fair play for everyone? Js there no one who will seek justice and equality to all? Is there no one who, irrespective of his individual interests, will be enthusiastic about politics? Is there no one who loves his country enough to put the affairs of the state above his own selfish gain? Where shall we find the citizen who burns with desire to help the weak and the oppressed; to give the toiler the just fruit of his labor; to alleviate the suffering of the sick and unfortunate; to reclaim the delinquent and the criminal; to burn with passion for the salvation of every human soul; to love so warmly that the love will be crystallized and materialized into the political and economic structure of society in such a way that the souls of men may feel the warmth of the sunshine of Divine love shining through the framework of a regenerated social order? “Yc are the salt of the earth!” Your candle must give a beam of light in a world that would otherwise be in complete darkness! Your leaven must leaven the whole meal! You must be true to the unreal mammon of worldly power and responsibility entrusted to you if you desire the real mammon of spiritual blessings! Honesty, truthfulness, righteousness, love, mercy, and charity arc Christian principles. Is there any greater need in our government than the establishment of these virtues? Every Christian will agree that the first essential qualifica- tion of any public official is honesty. Think of the money saved to the tax- payers and the scandal saved to the politicians of to-day if the officials had all been honest. Republicans, Democrats, Farmers, Workers, Socialists, Communists, Conservatives, Radicals, all will agree that we should have honest men in office. I also believe they will all agree that lying and deceiving, (often called secret diplomacy) should be abolished and that governments should tell the truth to their own people and to the other governments of the world; that war and other great curses come often upon us because of official falsehoods. And no one will deny the Divine word, ‘‘Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.” The agreement is less universal when we say that love, mercy, and charity should also be integral parts of our political, economic, and social system. When we try to make practical application of the statement: ”10,000 talents have been cancelled against you, will you cancel the 100 pence due you from others?” we encounter difficulties. I A(JK KIC.HTY-KICIIT The following is told of a farmer in Norway who one spring had no seed grain for his field. He came to the minister, who had much grain in his granary, and asked for seed. When at first he did not receive it, he said, “You must ; whereupon the minister answered, “Can 1 not do with my own as 1 please? The farmer answered according to his catechism: “‘No, we are but stewards of the gifts of God and shall some day make a reckoning therefor.” Where- upon his request was granted. The recognition of this stewardship is of ut- most importance. “Individual rights,” “constitutional rights,” “natural rights,” “inherent rights” arc phrases often used by those who want to protect what they have against the requests or demands of those who have not; and if the rich who prides himself in the safety of such rights continues to turn a deaf ear, he will, even in a worldly sense, be delivered to the tormentors and his wealth will become the possession of others. Every Christian regards himself merely as a trustee for any talents that God may have entrusted to him, and he desires to regard every other person in the same light, namely: as a trustee for whatever he has, whether it be wealth, or influence, or power, and that he is a trustee for the purpose of using it for the good of all of God’s creatures on earth. Unselfish service is a cornerstone in the Christian religion. Christ gave His all in unselfish service. The Christian in return dedicates his all to the cause of Christ. In his all is included the dedication of his politics. If our Christian citizens will consecrate their political effort towards the establishment of the principles of Christianity in our government, then the State will have the salt which will preserve it from destruction. If not, then, wherewith shall it be salted? Arthur Markvk. Value of Christian College Education in Business ST IS NOT DIFFICULT to find instances in the every day life of every graduate of a Christian college where his knowledge, fortified by the con- stant governor “Christian principles,” helps him choose the better course. There is hardly an evening when he reflects on the day’s events but that he quietly rejoices over some incident where he did the right, against strong tempta- tion to “do the other fellow.” These little everyday occurrences, however, are not real tests of the in- fluence of a college education upon his life. For these, the admonitions and luo K1GMTY-N1N8 924 instructions received on mother’s knee, and as a child, in home and church, should suffice. We assume, on the other hand, that in the life of every college graduate there comes a time of greater activity and responsibility, commensurate with his fuller intellectual development. At the time when he enters active life, whether in competition or service, or both; when he looks about and discovers that he has knowledge superior to the many—if he has not, he has failed to get out of his training what he should —and, when it dawns on him that he could take advantage here and there, to better himself at others’ expense, then he will need this broader Christian training. It is not while serving in a minor, unresponsible position, struggling along in poverty and drudgery that the test of his honesty and principles is greatest. It is when a man reaches out and grows, and begins to dictate terms to other men; when his authority is recognized and the full effect of his decisions and leadership falls squarely on him, that great temptations will come to him. If he yields then, far-reaching results may follow, not only to himself, but results that may affect communities, nations, and even world conditions. The history of the race may be affected. When this period in the life of a successful man arrives, his early training will be tested. When the realization of mature strength with its temptation comes, when conscious duly calls for sacrifices; then the moorings of a man's faith will be tried and the depth of his conception of justice and responsibility to God and man will be sounded. If he has been taught that “to the victor belongs the spoils” is fair and just, he will act accordingly. The business world of America is well supplied with this kind of college products. If, on the contrary, his college training has been permeated by the funda- mental principles and precepts of true Christianity, his ideals have been lifted to a higher plane. lie will not only be unselfish and merciful in service to the weak, and fair to adversaries in competition, but will also be willing to share in responsibility. Then the temptation to shirk heavy duty,—disagreeable, unre- munerativc duty to society, state or church,—will not baffle him. What strength there is in this spiritual and mental fortification at such times only the mature in experience can fully comprehend. The test of college training with every man of affairs comes when he faces his greatest decisions. Whether the temptation is for selfish gain, or, to shirk, makes little difference. We read of no serious temptation to the Master him- self until He was ready to enter upon the work for which He had come. Then He had to meet the crisis just as every sincere man must when he takes up his life-work. It was not a momentary flash of vain desire to use His great natural gifts for His own pleasure and comfort. No, He fought a terrific battle against the master tempter, concerning His life-work, that lasted for forty days and nights, but ended in a complete and final victory. Who knows but that His training in Scripture in the Synagogue, and his mother’s admonitions in youth, did not help even Him? His weapon in the final struggle was his thorough knowledge of what “is written”; the very truths taught in our Christian colleges to-day. “But,” you may suggest, “no such crisis will ever face a business man or man of affairs.” Is this supposition entirely correct? Can the college graduate of to-day escape? What will the effect of the test be on him? How will his life in turn affect our national standards and institutions and those of other lands? American business stands to-day on the threshold of an era of activities that will be unparalleled in history. Not only are we entering the first stages of great business reconstruction, but there is a growing realization that our moral standards must be revised and readjusted for the very safety and con- tinued liberty of our national life. But this is not all that is involved. As soon as the stricken nations of Europe and the rest of the civilized world pass the postwar crisis and begin work towards re-establishment of national life and the reconstruction of national industries, they will find themselves handicapped in many ways, such as in lack of skilled workmen, modern machinery, proper raw materials, transportation facilities, international cooperation, etc., and their young people physically and mentally far below standard. America, filled to overflowing with what these people need and equipped to the highest degree to supply their wants, will be ready for this era. What chance will their underfed, undereducated, underpaid, discouraged, morally broken, on- coming generation have against our superb businessman of to-morrow, if he makes use of this advantage? The waif against the wellborn; the starved and stunted against the well fed and strong; the ragged, hopeless youth who fed his hatred and scepticism on communism, atheism, and similar stones, for the bread of enlightenment and education, against the well-dressed, happy American youth who developed his body by clean athletics and his mind in our excellently equipped colleges, and finally; the man with a flag in tatters above him and a nation in bankruptcy and discord behind him, against the man with the Stars and Stripes waving over him everywhere in the world! When, since the great struggle referred to, two thousand years ago, has the tempter’s words carried more glowing promise than to-day, when he leads the young business man up to “a very high mountain, shows him all the king- doms of the world and their splendor, and says to him: 'I will give you all of this if you will fall on your knees and do homage to me.’ ” On the other hand, our nation has by its deeds of valor, its sacrifices, and example, unwittingly laid the foundation for a work as important and as noble PAGE NINKTY-ONK as has been its military aid and its charity the past five years. The example of unselfishness and generosity America has set will gradually dawn on the stricken, bewildered nations of civilization and they will come to look in faith and con- fidence to us for further help and comfort physically, and for guidance morally and spiritually. As they reflect they will ask: “What made America do it?” “What are the American standards that make them sacrifice as they have done to help us?” As a people we stand at the open door to the greatest opportunity to save a chaotic, erring, and suffering world that it was ever the fortune of any people to do. The conditions are ripening for the climax. In the struggle that is coming —is already on—the battle of Godless anarchy and greed against the reestablish- ment of a Christian civilization, our nation cannot escape responsibility. We shall be on trial more than they. As the carnage of blood becomes more and more loathesomc to the stricken nations, and wrecks of governments erected on selfish greed lie strewn about them, the masses will think and look around. They will search for something better and they will say: “America”. They will study our business methods and our religion. They will follow the Stars and Stripes back to its own shores to see what makes it the greatest emblem of human liberty and happiness yet erected by man. It is then the training of our college men will be tested. It is then more than ever that men of affairs and business will need the wisdom, spirit of sacrifice and justice inculcated at such schools as Augsburg. It will afford an oppor- tunity for missionary work where every man can share,, as an integral part of the nation, but our educated men and women must lead, and the greatest respon- sibility will perhaps fall on our men of large affairs. America’s hope in this enormous task and test lies in her character-building Christian colleges. —Alumnus 1900. PAOK X1XKTY-TWO ■ tuxtian 924 Mi:i.nr (Conchi Hokh II.w.vouhox Akxtson Johskox (Manager) IlKNinticK.sox Koicsmo (Captain) Gynii.� BltKKKK II. AARKN The Basket-ball Season 1923-1924 a ASKKT-I3ALL has always been Augsburg's main sport, and for many years wc have built our hopes on the success of our teams. Most Colleges open the season of sport in the fall with foot-ball games, and continue through the winter with basket-ball, ending up in the spring with track meets and baseball. There must be some sport in competition with other schools, in order to show and prove our school spirit. Under the able leadership of Coach Mclby, we have this year put out one of the best basket-ball teams in the history of Augsburg. Last fall, when “Si” Melby called out the boys for the first try-out, there seemed to be little prospect I'AOK NINKTY-ROI'K Mki.l'Y (Coach) L C.milsox (Manager) KOBSMO SKVKKRO.V ArXTRON 11. I’KTERSON Hopy Hendrickson Uynii.d (Captain) Chose Oldal for a winning team. Not because of lack of material, for there were a great number that showed up, including many of last year’s letter men, but because of the size of the players. After a few weeks of preliminary drill and hard practise, however, we were soon assured that whatever some of the prospects lacked in size they made up for in speed. Several weeks of fundamental drill and short “scrimmages” were necessary before the regular squad was picked. Then, the real practise began, and after the principles had been mastered, “Si” had built a basket-ball “machine” that worked in perfect harmony and unison. Severson, a last year’s “sub”, had made such a decided improvement, that he was given a regular berth at center, that solved one of the greatest problems for this season. Crosc, a freshman, and the new addition to the team, showed his ability as a clever and fast player. Oudal, a little fellow from last year’s squad, PAOK NINETY-FIVE proved to us that lie could travel as fast as the ball, for wherever the ball was we saw “Ossie”. Then we have Hendrickson, a regular from last year, who showed us towards the middle of the season that he could travel alongside of any of the others. Together these took up the brunt of the offensive. The burden of defence rested upon our guards, who effectively prevented the opponents from scoring too many points. Hoff and Gynild, two letter men, took up the defensive in great style. We were also fortunate in having Korsmo with us again this year. He was a star player and one of the best guards ever put out at Augsburg. As a relief for the center, we had a fast man in Arntson, a member of last year's second team. Coach Mclby’s “machine” was not in perfect condition for the first game which was played with the Alumni, on Dec. 1, 1923. The former Augsburgers captured the game by a score of 26 to 16. This game showed the fighting spirit of our players, but it lacked the team-work, which was later the main factor in our successful playing. On Dec. 6, we played our next game. That we also lost. Macalester College was the conquering team, and left us stranded with 7 points less than their score of 28. This year we made arrangements to go down to Xorthfield and play St. Olaf College. The team went down on Dec. 15, and to everybody’s surprise, came home with their first victory of the season. The score was 23 to 19. Our next victim was South High, whom we played on Dec. 19, and beat by a score of 21 to 10. This was our last game before Christmas vacation. On Jan. 11 we were ready to face Dunwoody, and with a big representa- tion of rooters, we went down to their Gym, primed for battle. After a bard fought contest, and with Dunwoody one point ahead, and only a few minutes left to go. Crose copped the game by sinking in two successive field goals, and ended the tussle by a score of 20 to 17. Our third and final defeat was met at the hands of South High, in a practise game on Jan. 16. The score of 36 to 27 showed that “Si’s machine” needed some oiling and repairing before the great event, only three days off. On Jan. 19, arrived the day of days for the basket-hall season at Augsburg. On that day we took our annual trip to Luther Seminary of St. Paul, our tradi- tional rival. ‘1 he team journeyed over in a chartered bus and the rooters took the trolley. That game was the hardest fought battle of the season. The score was tied at the half period, and in the beginning of the third quarter Augsburg went ahead. The count was tied again close to the end of the final period, and the Luther boosters roared with triumph, but their enthusiasm was soon ended when Augsburg dropped in the winning basket, and the game ended 13 to 11. We went home with light hearts, thrilled with the victory over Luther, our strongest opponent. The Minnesota Y. Club met defeat at our hands on Jan. 25, and a one- sided score of 40 to 7 was placed on the record. l'AOK N1NKTY-8IX 1_ 924 Our next victory was at the expense of the Minnesota Aggies. The game was played on Jan. 29, and resulted in a score of 29 to 19. Two more victories were added to our credit. One on Feb. 2, when we won from Concordia College, by a score of 23 to 11, and the other on Feb. 9, from the Y. M. C. A. team, score 33 to 23. On Feb. 15, Luther Seminary came to our Gym to take revenge for their defeat in January. We were prepared for them, and sent them home with the advice to try next year. The game was a regular tussle because of the small floor and fast playing, and for the same reason team-work could not be very well executed, but the game showed the fighting spirit of both teams. The score ended with a more comfortable margin than the first time, being 18 to. 14. Dumvoody was the next team seeking revenge for former defeats. The game was played on our floor on Feb. 18, and the outcome was a disappointment to the visiting team. After the game they found themselves at the short end of a 13 to 9 count. The game was rough, and one of the Dumvoody players was put out on personals. Hendrickson was also put out on personals, but (lur- ing his stay in the game he was accredited with four of the six field goals made by Augsburg. A one-sided game was played against the Bachanan Club on Feb. 28. The visiting team was lost under a score of 44 to 7. Concordia again tasted defeat at our hands on March 1. But they fared better this time than last, chalking up 33 points to our 42. Our last game was played on March 5, with the Minnesota Aggies, and to end a good story, it was another victory for Augsburg. We shut off the counters at 25 and stopped them at the 16 mark. Thus ended a very successful basket-ball season. We take this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Melby on his wonderful ability as a basket-ball coach. We also congratulate Mr. Gynild, the captain, and his team on their successful season of 1924. Congratulations arc also due Mr. Crosc for his election to the captaincy of the 1925 quint. In March a banquet was held in honor of the basket-ball players. It was the first of its kind held at Augsburg, and thanks are due to the faithful coeds of our school. i PA IE N I KKTY-8KVKN' Members of the College Team Crosf. forward OUDAL forward H KNDRICKSON forw ard Skvkrson center A U XT.SON center Gvnii j) l Capt.) guard Hoff guard Korsmo guard College Games Dec. 1. 1923 Augsburg 16 Alumni 26 Dec. 8,-23 tt 21 Macalester 28 Dec. 15. —23 ft 23 St. Olaf College 19 Dec. 19, —23 ft 21 South High 10 Jan. 11, —24 ft 20 Dun woody 17 Jan. 16, —24 ft 27 South High 36 Jan. 19, —24 ft 13 Luther Seminary 11 Jan. 25. —24 ft 40 Minnesota Y. Club 7 Jan. 29, —24 ft 29 Minnesota Aggies 19 Feb. 2, —24 ft 33 Concordia College 11 Feb. 9,-24 ft 33 Y. M. C. A. 23 Feb. 15, —24 tt 18 Luther Seminary 14 Feb. 18. —24 ft 13 Dunwoody 9 Feb. 28, —24 tt 44 Bachanan Club 7 Mar. 1.—24 tt 42 Concordia College 33 Mar 5. —24 tt 25 Minnesota Aggies 16 PAW! MXKTY-nWMT 1„ Oi.xoN, Swkxskx, s.vt'oKN, 1’hoxrkox, Miss Camxkhi.y (Conch). Stuioi (Captain), M. JACOUSON. G. I’KOEJtSON, B. AltXT .KX The Girls’ Basket-ball Team (1; HE Girls’ Basket-ball Team is a new title at Augsburg, one which we hope will express progress and become synonymous with athletic ability. With an all-star cast under the efficient coaching of Miss Casserly, our gym instructor, it is no wonder that the team was successful. Several games were played, the records of which will be found in the “Calendar.” We look back with pleasure, not so much upon our victories as upon the intrinsic value of physical education embodied in wholesome enjoyment and health. PACK NINETY-NINE Yinis iu U,w 924. Mkuiy (Conch) Tkyuxtai� K. Oyxii.� L. Oakijw x «Manager) AltXTXOX O. DaIIMOKK UXMND H. Bh!i«) N. Nki.sox II. Aaxkx (Captain) IIkimamck Ai.Kxox The Augsburg Academy Team of 1924 TTlilS year Augsburg boasted of an all-acadcmy basket-ball team, which, I believe, is the first one in the history of the school. This team was organized after having joined a league or conference formed with three other Academies in Minneapolis and St. Paul, namely, Minnehaha, Bethel, and Minnesota College. Because of the fact that there were only four schools represented in this league the games were few, and the race was not as keen and interesting as it other- wise would have been, altho we had a few games that showed keen competition. The members of this team were: Aasen forward, Heimark forward, Lee- land forward. Dahlagcr center, Arntson center, Gynild guard, Alfson guard, Nelson guard. Berg guard, Trygstad center. PAUK OXH lirXWIKD Early in the season the Academy team booked a few practise games with two of the Pillsbury teams. These were won by large scores. Two games were played with the Luther Juniors as preliminary to the regular College games. The first one of these we lost by a score of 15 to 7. Our players were not in form, and had no team-work. The next game was played on our floor, and we had sweet revenge, winning over them by a score of 16 to 8. One of the hardest fought battles that we encountered was the game against Minnesota College on Jan. 25. It was nobody’s game until the final whistle, when Minnesota hung up a three point lead, and carried off the honors by a score of 22 to 19. On Eeb. 1 we played our next game with Minnehaha Academy. Arntson seemed to have gotten the shooting fever at this game for he put in six field goals during the melee. We came out on top of a 30 to 10 score. lletiiel was our next victim, and altho we were hard put to it to capture the game, we won by a score of 17 to 15. This game was played on Feb. 13. Our final game was played on the Minnesota College Gym. against that school, on Eeb. 22. This was our last hope of winning the title in the league, for if we had won we would have had another chance to break the tie with them, but we were unable to turn the trick. We were defeated by a count of 25 to 20. tty this victory Minnesota College won the championship title. Academy Games Dec. 7,-23 Academy 44 Pillsbury House 7 Jan. 16, —24 32 Pillsbury Marines 15 Jan. 18, —24 � 7 Luther Juniors 15 Jan. 25, —24 19 Minnesota College 22 Jan. 30, —24 P 14 South High 26 Feb. 1, —24 30 Minnehaha Academy 10 Feb. 13, —24 tf 17 Hethel Academy 15 Feb. 15,-24 tP 16 Luther Juniors 8 Feb. 22, —24 PP 20 Minnesota College 25 PAO ONK lirNDUXIi rt.NIC Baseball 1923 atid 1924 K the spring of 1923 the baseball spirit was aroused at Augsburg, and a club was organized for the first time. A party was given by the Freshmen in order to finance the organization. Suits were ordered and given to the members who won positions on the team. As a sprouting organization it was not very strong nor successful in its ventures. The team met defeat three successive times. The victors were Dumvoody, Minnesota College, and Minnesota Aggies. The team lacked equipment and a field to practise on, thereby losing out on many practise days which were greatly needed. But a start was effected, and this year we expect to fare better. We have all except two of last year’s players with us, and we have new material which looks hopeful and promising as future baseball stars. The members of last year’s team are: Aascn, Hoff, Korsmo, Carlson, Oudal, Tollcfson, Tingelstad, John- son, and Severson. The new prospects are: Crose, Ostby, Frank Carlson, Uleberg, Nybroten, Brevik, and Gordon. i__ hjin 924 It. ToM.KKKOX Nkvkuson I.. Caui.kon A. QKAXHRCK KojtSMO O. Of DAI. IlKNDHICK Son TlXOMtSTAU K. Johnson IIofk Mki.hy (Conch) Hanson II. Aaskn I’AOK «INK Hi:NI)RKn TWO -— g-T l 5r fTV ?r ) — ’b 3� . l l(H r Wri [ w- K. Sm.1 - - - - - - 1 z f 5 6 7 8 I 9 o 1 3. 5 '4 1 S' fb 17 (8 15 2,0 X� 22 '! X 25- 26 2? 29 29 tt-� r ►.. O. «.� . .«••'I 4 I i 'k . J Ju Ne ■:• 9i4 JVI: i- • . rvc VJCO tUv hm 2. 3 4 6 6 7 8 9 1 0 11 12 13 14 � 6 � 6 f? � 8 19 20 21 22 23 2 | %$ %G 27 28 25 .TO o � o • ft Ml « � iicf. 1 W) ■’'« '‘I Cir 1 i rii 2� - ii6� i. K.ii U La.r a. 7-m |w� r tfsAuitficin 924 u jsAunh in 924. Kr,, ,,, tc •« - 71 .. I'AUK i NR lirNDKKr� KIVK The Deaconess Hospital ff ie hospital of Slip Suttljpratt 9parotiPH0 Hmtte ani Hospital Twenty-fourth Street and Fifteenth Avenue South MINNEAPOLIS’ MINNESOTA A 100-bed, fireproof, up-to-date Hospital A large staff of the best Physicians and Surgeons in the city A good place to go when you are sick ■•ARK I MO! IU XDKKU SIX 4 Calendar SEPTEMBER 25. Registration Day. 26. School opens. President Sverdrup extended a welcome to the students, and urged our sincere cooperation in making this a successful school year. Prof. B. A. Helland, Principal of the Academy, and Rev. Oftedal of Olivet Church also addressed the student body. 29. A Welcome Reception was given by the Student’s Society. Every- body got acquainted, even the Freshmen. OCTOBER 2 to 7. Dr. O. Hallesby, of Norway, conducted a series of lectures in our chapel. These instructive talks were an inspiration to all present. 9. The Sophomores entertained the Freshmen at a Wiener Roast. Did Laila have a good time? 12. The Mission Society was organized. B. M. Christensen was elected president. 15. The Augsburg College Writers’ Club held its first meeting of the year. 21. Rev. O. H. Slcttcn spoke in chapel on the topic, “Does the Church of To-day need a Martin Luther.” 27. We gathered in a social way, To pass this memorable Eve away, Omer expounded and the Uke Club played. Our appetites with pumpkin pie were allayed. 30. i lallowc’en. Melby’s window bore the following inscription the next morning. “We all love you Si.” We suspect the coeds. NOVEMBER 6. The Theologians were entertained at the home of Rev. and Mrs. A. Ilelland. 7. Rev. Oscar Paulson of Argyle, Wisconsin, led chapel exercises. 7. Oh Girls! No more hopes. Prof. Melby announced his wedding of two months (take a breath) previous, to Miss Nina Quinn of New York. He is to be congratulated on his ability to keep secrets. 11. Armistice Day. Sandy, “Olga, what have you to say?” Olga S. “Well, I haven’t anything to say.” Sandy, “That’s unusual.” I'A«K ONK IirXDKKI) SKVRN 924 Cash or Credit Bolmgren Bros. Furniture and Stoves General Household Goods Carpets 239-245 CEDAR AVENUE Minneapolis Minnesota Repairing Remodeling SUITS SPONGED and PRESSED $0.3.=� People’s Tailoring Cleaning Pressing SUITS MADE TO ORDER SUITS DRY CLEANED $1.00 503 CEDAR AVENUE Main 1374 F. V. BUDIK Merchant Tailor Perfect Fit Guaranteed Cleaning and Pressing 2102 RIVERSIDE AVENUE Minneapolis T. V. THOMSEN JEWELER High Grade Watches and Diamonds, Silverware and Cut Glass Expert Watch Repairing UK and 18K Wedding Rings SPECIAL DISCOUNT TO STUDENTS 275 CEDAR AVENUE Minneapolis Minnesota Geneva 8102 H. S. FREiMGORD Formerly with C. ROOD Clothing and Gents Furnishing Tailoring 411 CEDAR AVENUE J. VEDELER The Swan Drug Store SVANE-APOTHEKET ESTAIILISIIKD 1884 2200 RIVERSIDE AVENUE Minneapolis Minnesota WERT The Shoe Man 409 CEDAR AVENUE Men’s Snappy Shoes DISCOUNT TO STUDENTS COLUMBIA CLOTHING CO. 407 CEDAR AVENUE Men’s Furnishings in reliable brands at reasonable prices DON'T FORGET YOUR 10% DISCOUNT PACK ONK llt.'XDKKD KIWI? Calendar ((’ontimiMl) 12. Thirteen students ventured out on a hike across the river, and the usual rain descended. Refuge, Lake Street Bridge. Result, Straight Curls. All admitted that it was good weather for ducks. 12. Academy Dorm, feathered. Ask the janitor for particulars. 13. Appearance of the first “Echo”. The Freshmen wanted to know what it meant. 14. Doughnut Sale by the W. S. G. A. Myhrc informed us as to the proper method of eating doughnuts. “Start from the middle and work your way out.” 15. An appeal was sent out at the Hoarding Club by B. M. Christen- sen for ladies at table 15. 16. Response to plea unanimous. Eight young ladies found their way to the table. What became of B. M. C.? Misses Dahlager and Nelson joined the family circle. 20. The Academy Club, a new activity among the boys, organized. Einar Gynild was elected president. This will put the Preps on the map. 20 to 23. Gospel meetings held in the Theological lecture room. 29. Thanksgiving. Turkeys, cranberries, and pumpkin pic, We ate so much we heaved a sigh (of contentment). DECEMBER I. Alumni defeated the College boys in the first game of the season. 6. The College lost to Macalaster, 28 to 21. 7. The Academy whitewashed the Pillsbury House, 44 to 7. 8. Herb. Hanson came to Psychology on time. 9. Hans Howard blossomed forth in long trousers. 10. Examination schedule posted. II. Once again the Sophomores put it over, this time in the form of an “Old-Fashioned Program.” 12. Thirteen days until Christmas, and still no snow. 13. Academy Club distributed Augsburg buttons. No wonder we all got A’s. 14. Examinations in full swing. The usual sad look of turmoil was expressed on the faces of the students. 15. The Augsburg boys returned from Northfield, having defeated St. Olaf, 23 to 19. A grand celebration took place on the campus. Who would blame Si for smiling? The Girls’ Team also won a victory over the Trinity and Deaconess girls, 24 to 6. Let’s keep it up. 17. Christmas Festival given by the Theologians in the gymnasium. Everyone showed a true Christmas spirit. f. JK OXB ICI'NlniKO NINK v 924 Tel. Or. 7121 Gustavson’s Meat Market 523 CEDAR AVENUE Dealer’s in High Grade Meats Only N. L. ENGER Geneva 1213 UNDERTAKING CO. C. M. ERICKSON CO. 412 CEDAR AVENUE JEWELERS and OPTOMETRISTS MINNEAPOLIS ICSTABI.ISIIKO 1809 MINN. 303 CEDAR AVENUE I.ADY ASSISTANT Minneapolis Minnesota PHO TOGRAPHIC Dr. A. W. Johnson H'ORK DENTIST IN 2337 CENTRAL AVENUE THIS $ BIENNIAL Gas and Local Anaesthesia X-Ray Examination H § nu HOURS Herman Larson 0 to 12 1 :30 to C Evenings by appointment 2708 EAST LAKE STREET Tel. Dinsmore 3509 PACK OXK llt.'XDKKl) TKS Calendar (Continued) 18. Special exercises in the chapel. The Chorus, under the able leader- ship of Prof. Opseth, made its debut. 19. lloorah! Examinations are over. Vacation begins. JANUARY 2. Ed. My lire was confined to his bed. A co-Ed was worried. 3. “Hack to the same old grind ’ said Einar as he replaced his false teeth. “Hermon” seen studying History of Missions. 4. Delegates returned from the Student Volunteer Convention at Indianapolis. 5. Little Boy Blue seen on the campus. Is it a Christmas present, Chris? 7. First Leap Year oroposal. Who sent the ring. Barnby? 8. Omcr returned. One more table at the Club. 9. An Airedale was canned in the Academy Dorm. Korsmo attempted to catch it. Temper-ature below zero. 10. Walter Arntzen was convinced that gunpowder will still burn. Bill bandaged his hand. 11. Library opened evenings. Augsburg versus Dunwoody, 20 to 17, in our favor. 12. The coeds attempted to go tobogganing without toboggans. 14. Freshmen sleigh ride. Eats at East Hall. 15. Harold Kroohn, eating oysters at the B. C, “These animals don’t look like those we have had before.’’ Olga S. “But they are, Harold.” Harold. “They must be bowlegged then.” 16. Augsburg played South High 18. Our old rival, Luther, met defeat in a fast game which ended 13 to 11. The Academy lost to their Seconds, but put up a good fight. 25. Our Academy team played a whirlwind game with Minnesota College, score. 22 to 19. in favor of the visitors. Our College boys com- pletely outclassed a team from the “Y”. 26. Big Taffy Puli in East Dorm. Everybody sticky. FEBRUARY 1. The College Girls’ Team played Minnehaha. The flaxen haired maidens of Swedish extraction won, 10 to 4. In a second game our Academy boys carried off the honors, 30 to 10. 2. Dr. Ellwood of the Atlantic City Board Walk Church spoke to us in chapel. He emphasized optimism in Christianity. 4. Dr. I.enker delivered a message during the chapel hour stressing self-help, and inward unity in the Lutheran Church. I’AOK OXK IIL'NDKV.D BL.BVRN PIANOS, VICTROLAS That Satisfy See ua before you buy Benson Music Washington nouse i3ihAvc.s. OPEN EVENINGS Phones: Dykewater 1822—1823 LINDSKOOG GOODLUND The South Side FLORISTS Established 1903 MOO-1404 East Franklin Avenue South Side Office Cedar at Riverside Northwestern National Bank Resources $78,000,000 Lunch? Where? Fred’s Lunches, Confectionery, Cigars Ge 2157 25th and Riverside O rJ 11 T r J71 ATrJ1 O and Graduates are especially in- O 1 V i O vited to examine our bookshelves. = We believe you will find there many rare as well as strictly up-to-date volumes that will prove helpful in your studies and class work. Especially do we wish to call the attention of those who can read Norse and who appreciate the wonderful richness and beauty of Norse Literature, to the fact that we have today the most comprehensive selection of this class of literature in the Northwest. We have fixed the prices at new levels unheard of for this class of books. In our printing department we do all kinds of printing from com- mercial work to the finest kind of stationery and book work. This volume is a sample of the work turned r ri F t r out. Our prices are always reasonable. l ZTlfc J 07 Just drop us a line or call in person. ___ THE LUTHERAN FREE CHURCH PUB. CO. 322 CEDAR AVENUE - - - MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. I-ACK «IX� : lll'MIUKI) VWKI.VK Calendar («'■■mlmird) 7. This clay set itself off indelibly in history, and in the minds of all Augsburg students to whom were afforded the pleasure of listening to all the compcndiums of unequivocal, antithetical, Sophomore, oratorical harangue. 11. Lincoln Program given by Seniors and Juniors in the chapel. 11. Student Reception given by the Faculty. )ur instructors are good entertainers. 14. Valentine’s Day. W ho was responsible for the bow-tie Valentines ? Slot wants to know. 15. Biggest double-header of the season was played in our gym. Augs- burg IS. Luther 1-1. Academy 16, Luther Seconds 8. 16. Reports of V” Convention at St. Cloud given by Klrie Berg. Victor Carlson, and Fd. Myhre. 18. Cel. and Lind enjoyed their customary tete-a-tete after chapel. 20. R«v. Stark, pastor of F.manuel Lutheran Church of this city, spoke on Law enforcement, lie related some interesting experiences from bis trip to Sweden in ’22. 27. Freshmen oral reading developing a splendid “Sing your own song. There are forty-seven different varieties of singsong. 26. iirls appeared at the Club with bows and silk ( ?) dresses in honor of the day. 26. The Academy team played the deciding game for the champion- ship, and lost to Minnesota College. MARCH 3. Dr. Clover, returning from the Student Volunteer Convention, addressed the student body in chapel. 4. Last two games of the season were played in the gym. with the Minnesota Aggies and Minnehaha. Loth of our teams were victorious. 10. Clif. Christensen purchased an organ. Less music, more noise. 11. The Boy’s dec Club sang in chapel. 12. Peter («ramho took a spill on his motor-bicycle. 12. Mr. and Mrs. S. Melby entertained the Basket-ball boys at their home. Mrs. Melby spoke to them, and emphasized teamwork in life as well as in basket-ball. 13. The Freshmen proved their worth in a most convincing manner when they staged a program for the benefit of the “Fcho”. 17. Rev. Urdahl of Fargo led devotion in chapel. 20 to 23. Examinations. 24. The (dee Club Boys left on their tour under the direction of Prof. If. Opseth. 24. Some of the aspiring young men and coeds hiked (more or less) to Augsburg Park. The question is, “Where was Sandy when the wieners were on the fire?” ONK III N|i|li:i TillItTK.KN 9,? PITTSBURGH COAL COMPANY’S G U A K A N T E E I) : : m ••15b tiUi!aKUd Mi...«h .� .aii.£.a... ;:;in awfut-'j The Best Mined A Coal for Every Purpose In ordering your fuel supply be sure you are getting the Genuine Guaranteed Coal mined and sold by the Pitts- burgh Coal Co., the largest miners of coal in the world WF. CHEERFULLY KEPUND YOUR MONEY IF OUR COAL IS NOT JUST AS WE CLAIM MINNEAPOLIS RETAIL OFFICE: 8-10-12 So. Fifth St. I.UMDKR KXG1IANGK BUILDING ST. PAUL: 340 Robert St., Pioneer Building DULUTH: 335 W. Superior St. i VMi-itTKKX SUP ICR I OR: 1119'.4 Tower Ave. V. Little Ones Some- Mess fyo oom Mates janitors Paper 1 How Old, ? Song of the mk lye TAouejht So Kitchen Cabinet s-Jccic{cn y Quintette-) Keep it up'. Smiles MIC. IftC ■Leave . fo? C,ladyst La Ha. Cd E Turn on t ic Steanu- e c ftEase- . ilNK III NIIUKI� kii-ti:i:v Oak Grove Lutheran Ladies’ Seminary FARGO. NORTH DAKOTA IS A CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS The only Ladies' Seminary among Norwegian Lutherans in America. Instruction is Offered in thi: Following Courses: Normal. Parochial, Home Economics, Music. New Modern Building—Board, room, tuition, books, etc., $260 for the school year. Write for catalog. X£T EIGHTEEN YEARS IN BUSINESS The Milkman J. E. FOSSUM, Principal The M. A. Hanna Coal an(l Dock Co. NEW PERFECTION 712 Marquette COAL WHEN YOU NEED IT THAT’S HANNA’S SERVICE Albert Holmes GROCERY FOR SALE BY 2207 RIVERSIDE AVENUE Ellefson 2120-22 RIVERSIDE AVENUE Quality Service FURNITURE HARDWARE Has Served Augsburg Seminary Boarding Club with Milk and Cream for Seventeen Seasons UXB Ilt'XIMtKIi XIXTKBX Calendar (Cunt Inner]) 27. Another great event in the history of Augsburg. Coeds played baseball on the campus. 29. Snow-bound. Our worthy pedagogues failed to appear. 30. Mildred received a special delivery letter. How is Arne? 31. Daily Dallyings received from the Glee Club. APRIL I. An all fool”s party was held at the Dorm. It resulted in a promiscuous indulgence in cinnamon rolls. 3. Prince Isaac Yonan, from the Near East, pictured to us the situa- tion as it is there to-day. 4. President Sverdrup appealed to the student body to aid in the cause of the suffering children in the Near East. 5. Gladys Pederson, Herbert Hanson, and Elrie Berg gave short talks in chapel urging us to support the Glee Club in its home concert at Trinity Church. 3. Another bobbed hair victim. 6. Rain! The first showers of the year. 7. Return of the Glee Club boys. 8. Baseball boys don their uniforms. Also, traditions were shattered when study hours were changed to one to three. 8. Glee Club concert at Trinity followed by W. S. G. A. reception given in honor of the boys. 9. Miss Highes, a teacher of voice in Oiicago, sang for us in chapel. II. Mr. Wiley, Secretary of the Y. M. C. A. here in Minneapolis, lectured on South America. He showed the need of spiritual, intellectual, and social development in that continent. 17. A faculty quartet, accompanied by Miss Melius, presented a mu- sical program in the chapel. 17 to 22. Easter Recess. We cannot predict what may occur from now until school closes, but doubtless some will study and some will not, as usual. MAY 30. Decoration Day. JUNE 3. Third quarter exams begin, (dosing exercises of the Theological Division. 10. Academy graduation. 11. College graduation. 12. Alumni Day. “May this be the end of a perfect year, With its mingling of joys and cares; These memoirs of Augsburg we’ll all hold dear, As time steals on us unawares.” ONE lll.'NPRKl) SKVKNTKKX 1924 THE STAN D A RD FOR 53 YEARS S0S FUEL CO’S SCRANTON copyright • si Or N.rr fuei co. Buy Your Coal AT The Sign OF THE wagon C ORN f a NORTH WESTERN FUEL COMPANY 527 MARQUETTE AVENUE ONE II (INDUED EIGHTEEN witxuan 1924. Humor Personally we think humor should have its place in every man’s life, but it gets on our nerves when a dentist chuckles or hums at his work. Foolish to buy chairs for the growing Freshman Class—A professor says that sedentary work tends to lessen the en- durance. In other words, the more one sits the less one can stand.—Exchange. Coed—“Why did you put Olaf out of the game?” Coach—“For holding.” Coed—“Oh, isn’t that just like Olaf.” “When the eyes are shut, the hearing becomes more acute,” says a medical authority. One freshman experimented in class and failed.” VERDURE Babe—“Can we buy music at the Pen- son Music Store?” R. B. W.—“Besides cheese there are several other picturesque things in Wis- consin I could mention.” S. —“Again when the Israelites crossed the Yorden.” A. H. E.—“Before the fire the people of London were in a very unhealthy con- dition.” C. E.—“The boiling point is when—.” R. S.—From a speech on Wilson and Harding—“Initiative put them where they are to-day.” E. M. In history, describing the battle of the fall of Edessa, “The wind stood from the Turks.” C. Q.—“What day is it?” L. O.—“It must he Sunday, we had corn for dinner.” HAUGHTY SENIOR First Prep.—“Arc you going to eat all those rolls alone?” Fourth Prep.—“No, I am going to have some milk with them.” M. X.—Reciting in sociology on women in Industry—“There is a bank in the East entirely manned by women.” O. S.—“This author says Mohammed had fifteen wives.” O. J.—“Not so bad, how long did he live?” Prof. B,—“Was Martin Luther a benefactor or trouble maker?” Junior—“Both.” Vig, addressing the boarding club— “Again 1 want to remind you not to drink milk from the table.” Omer—“Du skal ha tak for mig.” Stockvig—“Det er ingenting at takke for.” Introduce yourself Sandy. Coed— “Why didn’t you find out who he was when the professor called the roll?” Another Coed—“I did try to, but he answered for four different names.” Evan—“What are you doing evenings, I never see you any more?” Mart.—“Solving a problem.” Evan—“What are you solving for?” Mart.—“A relative position.” O.NK 111 Nlitm XIXKTKKX Humor Prof. in Chemistry “Give an example of neutralization, remember ing that water is a principal reaction.” I -idle Ole—‘'The railroads.” Jerks—“Are you Sleepy C hris—“1 guess 1 could stand a couple hours in bed.” Call Mr. Health Department. Arne— “Sec any change in me?” Orric—“No. Why?” Arne—“Just swallowed a cent.” Where the Hole Thrives.'—Math. In- structor -“What do we mean when we say the whole is greater than any of its parts ?” ICcklic— A restaurant doughnut.” It is said that George Washington once threw a silver dollar across the Potomac, hut a dollar went farther then than it does now. Heard in the hoarding club.—Art. U. —“Funny how a fellow would start a superstition that Friday is unlucky.” Lund—“Yeah, he musta been a fish.” From one who didn’t graduate to the editor of the Echo—“Don’t send us your paper any more. We ain’t taking any papers now or wc would take yours. But we don’t want none at the present time. The Echo is a awful good paper but we can’t take no paper now, so please stop your paper. We’ll take your paper again when we can take a paper. Don’t send it no more.” The man evidently wants his paper discontinued. “There’s a perfect match.” That couple over there?” “Yes; she's a spitfire and he’s a stick.” A. M.— Plying a toothpick—“Vi aat en harv time.” A. —“Have you ever seen a cootie weep?” “I’ .—'“No, hut I’ve seen a moth hall.” And Mathematically it is Nothing di- vided by two. lie asked a Miss what was a Kiss (irammalically defined. “It’s a conjunction, sir,’ she said, “And hence can't he declined.” Umpire: Foul! Soph: Where's the feathers? Senior: There aren’t any feathers. This is a picked team, sonny. Nor—“What would this world he without women?” Checks—“A stagnation.” B. M.—“Only fools are certain, wise men hesitate.” (). R.—“Arc you sure?” 1� . M.—“Certain of it.” A. G.—“One of my teachers said I’d become feeble-minded, if I didn’t stop smoking.” M. J.—“Yes, it’s too had you never stopped.” B. B.—“What’s Olson’s middle ini- tial?” O. S.—“Which Olson do you mean?” «INK III NHHKII TWKVTV OXK III NIMIKII TWKVPV-OXB 924 Augsburg Seminary Theology College Academy Music Department Commercial Subjects FOR CATALOG ADDRESS Augsburg Seminary MINNEAPOLIS. MINNESOTA OXK HtlNDUKD TWKXTY-TWO Humor Every Cocci needs a chaperon until she can call some “chap-her-own.” Senior—“I went to a war lecture lasr night. Classmate—“I suppose that accounts for tiie powder on your shoulder.” Prof.—“I will answer no question.” (During test.) Bright Student—“Shake! Neither will I.” Shucks—“This pen must have beeff informed of the eighteenth amendment.” J. J.—“Why?” Shucks—“Because it is going dry.” A boy, a book, A girl, a look; Books, neglected; Flunks expected. A sample of Sandy’s wit.—“I miss many of the old faces I used to shake hands with.” C. I.—“My hair is falling out,” can you recommend something to keep it in ?” “Certainly,” replied the obliging clerk, “Here is a nice cardboard box.” Tillie—“Which is the most difficult lock to pick?” “Just”—“One from a bald head.” “I don’t suppose you don’t know of nobody what don’t want to hire nobody to do nothing, don’t you?” “Yes, I don’t.” “Hear about the terrible accident in the street-car the other day?” “What happened?” “A lady had her eye on a seat and a man sat on it.” G. P.—“I rode twenty-five miles an hour last summer on my dad’s horse.” Rusty—“That’s nothing. 1 chased Cae- sar clear across Europe in one night on my own pony.” Teacher’s Mistake.—John—“Teachci, can any one lie punished for something they didn’t do?” Teacher—“Why, no; of course not.” John—“Well, I havn’t done my arith- metic.”—Exchange. Dr. C. M. Roan Cherry 4109 Res. Cherry 8183 MASONIC TEMPLE Thor Andresen MINNEAPOLIS PLUMBING AND HEATING Hour 1:30—4:30 Our Motto: Service and Quality No hours on Sunday 2628 Emerson Ave. N., Minneapolis ONE III.'NUKEl) TWENTY-THREE TABLE OF CONTENTS faculty . . ORGANIZATION'S THEOLOGY . . COLLEGE . . ACADEMY . . LITERARY . . MUSIC . . . ALUMNI . . ATHLETICS . CALENDAR . . HUMOR . . . INDEX TO ADVERTISERS Augsburg Seminary . 122 Holmes, Albert, Grocery . And resen, 'Dior, Plumber . . 123 Johnson, Dr. A. W., Dentist Benson Music House . . 112 Larson, H., Photographer . Bolmgren Bros., Clothing . . 108 Lindskoog Goodlund, Florists Lutheran Free Church Pub. Co. Budik, F. V., Tailor . . 108 Melbyc, Jens, Milk Columbia Clothing Co. . : 108 Northwestern National Bank Deaconess Hospital . 106 North Western Fuel Co. . Ellefson, T. K., Furniture . . 116 Oak Grove L. L. Seminary Enger, L. N , Undertaking . . 110 Peoples’ Tailoring .... Erickson, C. M., Jeweler . . 110 Pittsburgh Coal Co. Fred’s, Confectionery. . 112 Roan, Dr. C. M Fremgord, H. S., Clothing . . 108 Thomsen, T. V., Jeweler . Gustavson’s Meat Market . . 110 Vedeler, ]., Drugstore . Hanna Coal Dock Co. . . 116 Wert, Shoes 11 19 35 41 49 63 71 81 93 103 119 116 110 110 112 112 116 112 118 116 108 114 123 108 108 108 OSB IK’NDUBl� TWKNTY-KOUK I PRINTEO BV THE LUTHERAN FftRK CHURCH PUBLISHING CO. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN.