Bethel University - Spire Yearbook (St Paul, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1926 volume:

Betbannual 1026 4 1 B C. , C � � � � � � « To Dr. Frank Peterson; a pioneer minister of tlie gospel, a leader in missionary endeavor, an exponent of Christian education and a friend and inspiration to youth everywhere, this book is atfectionatelv dedicated. m x THE BETHANNUAL w =THE BETHANNUAL CHARLES EXTNER Business Mgr. NAOMI IICLTCREK News Editor CLARENCE WALLIN Adv. Mgr. EVEI.VN CARLSON Artist 1926------------------------------------ = I’age $ ft G. ARVID IIAGSTROM, D. I). “G vc to the world the best that you have, and the best will come back to you. THE BETHANNUAL President’s Message HKVER in tile history of mankind lias a larger army marched from the halls of High Schools and Academics than the one of 1926. They march on from one stage in the process of preparation for life to another. The message of the years from the kindergarten to High School Senior has been given—the open question is—has it been received and applied? Another and equally grave question is: What shall the next chapter in this program contain? Shall it spell a continuation of the educational process in higher institutions of learning, or does it mean the taking up of the struggle for an existence? Not a little depends upon the answer to this question. Each graduate needs wisdom to see and courage to decide this question. Bethel Academy’s section in this great onward marching army is no small contingent. In fact, to those of us associated with Bethel, it is of the greatest importance. The vital thing for each member is to make a life rather than make a living. The latter is hut a means to an end. Therefore the emphasis at Bethel is placed upon things spiritual rather than material, upon the abiding realities rather than those temporary and passing. As there arc more elements that enter into the making of a life than into a living, so there arc more real worthwhile results to be obtained therefrom. These ingredients are faith—a trust in the unseen—seeing the invisible; courage, a fearlessness to attempt to do the right or one’s duty, whatever the cost or opposition. The development of personality with all of those God-given talents that it includes; viz.: the mind, the faculty and power of thought, the heart—the emotional forces within—and the will—the ruling power on the throne of man's soul. The shaping, directing, and developing of these faculties make possible the attainment of the goal—the making a life. Particularly so, there is co-operation in this work of culture—co-operative between the Giver of these talents and the recipient thereof. This is the function of a school like Bethel, with all of its resources and activities, its personalities and powers. There has no class gone forth to the making of a life in a more important day than the one of 1926. Xo issue of the Bcthannual has entered the open door of a more auspicious age than this. Wc arc witnessing the dawn of a new era. There is little time to stand and wonder or reflect, for wc are rushing into the future with meteor speed, and the aspect is swiftly changing. Opportunities never known before are today within our grasp. Of tomorrow none can prophesy. Society is molten and poised over the molds of the future. The material resources of the age, the unexampled riches of the Western World, offer ample provision for the human redemption if the church can once be brought to recognize her stewardship of life, leadership and money, and made willing to pour these treasures into the channels that make lives for the Kingdom of our T.ord and His Christ. There is nothing that can stem this tide and obstruct this onward march like inactivity and a refusal to enter in thru the open doors that invite to the land of larger opportunity. These portals arc thrown wide apart for this emerging army of students. A larger army of Pastors, parents, teachers, and friends arc eagerly and expectantly watching while they pray that there may be no retreat, but a forward, onward, upward march to these ever enlarging fields of usefulness and achievement. To this. Bethel with its entire faculty and the staff of Bcthannual bids a hearty Godspeed. ft •A A ). WIXCBLADE A. J. WING BLADE, A. M. ' Resolved Unit like the sun. so lone os my don losfed. I would look on the hrittht side of cvcrythiny. II. C. WING BLADE, A. B. “Me loo I hi nobleness has tauyht To muster my despair: The fountains of my hidden life. Are thronyh thy friendship fair. E. A. PIXSTUOM, PH. B.. TIL M-, B. D. faith fid man shall abound with htessinys ESTHER SABLE, PH. B. “Have faith, and a score of hearts will show faith in your work and tired. 1-1 ST I IKK SAI5I.K ANNA M. SWEDBERG, B. S. More thinys arc wrouyht t y prayer than this world dreams of HARTLEY GUAXDIX. A. B. Just one lift of thy hand cleared that distance. 11 AHOLD ERICSSON, A. B. II is not the spurt on the start, hut the continued. unrestitty. unhastiny advance that wins the day. AXXA M. SWICmtKRC •J I IAUTI.KY (• K A XI IX Page $ ll. KOLI ERICSSON ✓ KIT IK XKI.SOX l-KAXCKS MAY AXDKUSOX FRANCKS MAY ANDERSON. A. 11. Live while gun live, life rails for all yonr powers: This instant day your almost strenyth demands.” BFFIK XKI.SOX. A. H. ‘’She ope net h her mouth with wisdom and in her tonyue is the laic of kindness.” OKI.I’ll A M. JACOP.SON GEO. II. II17I.TGRKX I) EL FI IA M. JACOBSON'. B. S. '•It was otdy a ylad '(Jood-morniny' As she passed atony the way. lint it spread the morning glory Over the livelong day.” GEORGE II. IICLTORKX The man worthwhile is the man who will smile Chen everything goes dead wrong.” OIIKKC. obkiu; .lad the world is he tier for everyone. Who is living at his he si.” MARIK OMARK Musir is the language of the soul.” FLORENCE All VILLA PRICK ”.l word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pitchers of silver.” MARIK OMAKK FLORENCE A. PRICK I‘age v THE BETH ANNUAL TT iss Sabta YT iss JWerson. H.C. Ericsson TTAivs fidson. TOiWR’ice. Fmstrotn. — =1926 Page io Vr w It is our purpose that the 1926 Bethannual should mark the twentieth Anniversary of Bethel Academy. It may be thought we have failed in our object, but remember it is the echo of the past. To those students who have given freely and unselfishly of then-time and abilities—without reward —in an effort to advance the Bethannual, we wish to express our sincere thanks. :.....................................................s I A- 338 s n E 1a33 x aj _________I :«c««ce«« a j N 7V) w 40 7 THE BETH ANNUAL KSTHKH .TORCiKXSON - Correll. Minn. Her winning smile and gleeful glance like a beam of sunshine fell.' MYRTLE STOLRERG - Flasher, X. Dak. •• What need delights a ijuict life affords. CLIFFORD HAGSTROM - Ashland, Wis. Chorus; Clarion Staff 26. lie ielm seizes the opportune moment is the right man.M MILDl'R JOHNSON - - Russell, Minn. Snliitatorian; Filial Declamatory 21, 25; Final Reading Contest 25; Oratorical ‘26; Chorus. •' have no oilier than a teaman's reason; think if so because ! think it so. YERDA ERICKSON - - Willmnr. Minn. Chorus. The slglr is in the girl herself. THE BETHANNUAL RUTH FREELAND, Ecuador, South America Chorus. “She was a phantom of delight when first she gleamed upon our sight.’' CLARENCE WALLIN - Russell, Minn. Bethannual Staff '26; Clarion Staff '26; Publicity Committee; Baseball; Basketball. Common sense is tlx genius of humauitg.” I.ORNA CARLSON - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus. Oh. could gon Z'iexc the melodg of ex-erg grace, and music of Iter face” MILDRED BERG LIND - G randy, Minn. Student Council 23; Declamatory (preliminary); Girls' Glee Club; Chorus. “She maketh even her enemies to lie at peace with her.” GORDON R CSS ELL - Isanti, Minn. .Chorus; Men's Glee Club; Track Captain ‘2.5; Basketball Manager 26; Baseball Manager '26; Athletic Board '26; Publicity Committee '23; Membership Committee, Alpha Beta ’26. If have a fault. I am too serious: 1926 Page .; THE BETHANNUAL ■« ESTHER SUNDBKKG - Cambridge, Minn. Chorus. “Her smilinp i«w full simple anti coif. KATK OLSON - - - - Wentworth. Wis. “Of s mil sincere, in nr linn faithful. in honor clear. CLYDE GUSTAFSON - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus. “Co-educalion is the thief of lime. IIAZEL CHRISTIE - - St. Paul. Minn. Secretary, Senior; Bctlmnnual Staff '26; Clarion Staff '26; Athletic Hoard 26; Basketball; President, Chorus ‘2.1; Treasurer. Athcnacnn '25; Declamatory Contest '25. 26; Oratorical 25. '26; Reading Contest '25; Yell Leader. B. B. '25; Girls' Glee Club; Vice-President, Freshman. “A creature not too hripht or pood for human nature's dailjt food. LINNEA STJEltNSTUOM. Harnum, Minn. President, Junior; President. Student Volunteers '25; Chorus; Final Debate 25; Oratorical '25, 26. •'Hear me. ye hills, when I speak i e must tremble.'’ 1926- = Page IS THE BETHANNUAL CLARENCE II INLAND EH, Henning, Minn. Student Council 26; Track. The deed intend is great. Hut what. as net. klioio not.’’ nOHIS STOHM - - - Cambridge, Minn. Chorus. ••Jfappg am f: from rare I'm free! 117 aren't tliei all contented like me! EI.VEHT FORSSEI.I. - St. Paul, Minn. Treasurer, Alpha Bela 2 ; Preliminary Oratorical 25; Final Oratorical 2 ; Chorus. ll' .vc men are like a watch; then have open countenances enough lint don't sin,xc their works in their face.'9 DORIS FRI EDI.AN I) - - - Gary, Ind. Chorus; Girls’ Glee Club; Basketball. •7 had rather not have a thin; than to he obliged to wait for it” CI1ARI.ES E.NTNF.R, Strasbourg. Sask.. Can. Bethnnnual Start' '2 : Clarion Staff '2(1; Chorus; Oratorical Contest 26; President, Alpha Beta 26; Football; Baseball; Athletic Board 21. 25. “Life and are serious matters. =1926 = Taut 16 THE BETHANNUAL ■% � ARTHUR ELLISON - - Oakland, Calif. Men's Cllce Club; Publicity Committee ’25. ‘77.v itnt what limn (lorn which exalts him. hut what man would do. GEORGE MAGXUSOX, Midale. Sa.sk., Can. Chorus; Men's Glee Club. I'll find a way or make one. ALICE BODIES’ - - - - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus; Girls' Glee Club; Basketball; Treasurer, Sophomore. •• Tcinh she would explain her explanations. JEFPOKD I.OHKX - - Cambridge, Minn. Student Council '25; Steward, Academy Boarding Boarding Club 23, '2 i; Chorus. “sin nprit ht. downriyht honest mail. HAROLD ELLSWORTH, St. Paul, Minn. dare do all that map heroine a man: who dares do more is none. 1926 Tone I THE BETHANNUAL EDNA GUSTAFSON - - St. Paul, Minn. “She is iitver less at leisure than when at leisure.” JUDITH DAIILBY - - St. Paul, Minn. Sometimes 1 sit and think and think— and sometimes just sit I.ORIEN CARLSON - - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus. hurry not, neither do I worry.” MARTIN ERICSSON - - - - Sweden Valedictorian; Student Council '24; President, Svca ‘25; Secretary, Junior; Publicity Committee '24, '25; Chorus: Men's Glee Club; Bcthnnnuul Staff 25; Clarion Staff 25. “ have only done my duty as a man is hound to do CEDRIC PETERSON - - Ashland, Wis. Treasurer. Senior; Chorus; Basket hall; Orchestra. “.hid hr loveth keeping company.-' ■ 1926 'age iS =THE BETHANNUAL LLOYD MAXSON' - - - Corn-11, Minn. Basketball; Baseball; Poothnll; Track Captain '22, 21; Chorus. . limits we re earl in manli mould lo partake in sport and venturer hold.’’ CLARENCE BRIGGS - St. Paul, Minn. Clarion Staff 26. “He nef lerts his heart for his studies.” ALYBRTA JENSEN - - - Geneva, Minn. Basketball; Social Committee, Alpha Beta 26. Those who have the fewest failings find the fewest in others.” PAIL KRLANSON - - St. Paul, Minn. Orchestra; Clarion Staff ‘26. “.hid still thep (toted and still the wonder (irew. that one small head could carrt all he knew.” MILTON FROYD - - Lake City, Minn. President, Alpha Beta '26; Winner of Oratorical Contest ‘26; Clarion Staff 26; Secretary, Missionary Band 26; Publicity Committee 26. “One who never turned his hack hut. marched hreasl forward” 1926- Bage rg • THE BETHANNUAL— — JORL PUVKMAN - - - Opstcnd, Minn. Treasurer, Freshman; Chorus; Preliminary Debate '25; Final Debate 26.. To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” BEULAH WICKSTKAXD, Kenosha. Wis. Chorus; Treasurer, Athenacan 26; Declamatory Contest; Basketball. Were a nightingale. I would act the part of a nightingale; -were a si can, the part of a swan.” ANNA STJEUXSTROM - Barnum, Minn. Treasurer, Student Council '26; Editor, Clarion 26; Editor, Bethannual '26; Chorus. •• awoke one morning to find myself famous—all because of that editorial. LAURA RCNDQCIST - - St. Paul, Minn. Bethannual Staff ‘26; Clarion Staff '26; Vice President, Student Council 25; Student Welfare 26; Pianist, Alpha Beta ’26; Pianist. Chapel: Orchestra; Chorus; Secretary, Sophomore. Like the angel Israfel. whose heartstrings are a lute, and who has the sweetest voice of all Clod’s creatures.” BESS EE EE MASTER - - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus; Basketball; President, Athen-aenn ‘26; Girls' Glee Club; Clarion Staff 25; Athletic Board 25; Declamatory Contest 26. She walks in beauty like the night.” a 1926 Tate so THE BETHANNUAL NELS STJEltN'STUOM - Barman, Minn. Student Council 24; Chorus; Men's Glee Club; Bethel Male Quarette: Vice President, Senior; Treasurer, .Junior; Clarion Staff 25; Bethaniiual Staff 25. •• am a part of all that I have inel.’’ Doit IS I.INNGRKN, Strandburg. S. Dak. Silence is her one e reat or of con-vernal ion. IRENE DALEEN ----- Mora. Minn. Chorus. .lye. aye. (here you are! Drraininti 1 rea in i lit , tl era in iny !'' EDNA HASH.......................St. Paul, Minn. Chorus; Basketball. “(Iruins, after all. isn't anythintj lint rlra tin I common sense. KITH V. OLSON’ - - - Correll. Minn, ('horns. '•If you t el simple heauty ami nant hl else, you t el about the best lliiny (Sod invents.” 1926 THE BETH ANN UAL 1926 LILLIAN GUSTAFSON - St. Paul, Minn. Chorus; Secretary, Alpha Beta '25. “She speaks seldom hut her xcords are tuneful sweet.” ANNA I. JOHNSON', Fort Clark, X. Dak. Girls’ Glee Club; Secretary, O. J. M. M. M. 25; Chorus. “Stately and tall she moves in the hall, the chief of a thousand for grace.” FERX BOSELI. - - - Maple Plain, Minn. Chorus. Have you a little fairy in your home?” FRED SWEDBERG .... Moline, III. President, Senior; Final Debate '24-; Vice President, Missionary Baud; Vice President, Junior; President, Student Council ’2G. Self reverence, self-knowledge, self-control. these three alone lead life to sovereign power.” MYRTI.E IIAXSOX - - - Correll, Minn. Chorus. am satisfied that there is not such a thing as eloquent words—eloquence lies in the manner. l’iwe .� .� THE BETH ANN UAL Class Song 'Tis the day of graduation. Parting time is near at hand; Life 1ms called us in to service Both at home and foreign lands. We are glad for days we’ve spent here. In fellowship and friendship sweet; And if we seek paths of service We will never, never know defeat. May the days of preparation Be the stepping-stones to heights; May our lives flow into channels, Where our God directs aright. May our motto he a torchlight, Which will guide us day by day; “Not for our own selves but others, Will forever, ever point the way. Steep the path has been and rugged But the goal was e’er in sight; And a beam of hope glowed around it, From afar we saw the light. It will lead us safely onward, Till at last the victory is won; And the God who led us hither. Will forever, ever say, “Well done. —Anna Stjernstrom '26 1926. Page S - —THE RET HA NNIJA L= — (Extracts from the old issues of the “Everyday Bethel Blah.”) October 2 K 1923. President Hogfelt Barely Escapes Banishment extravagant frosh throw Air ay potato chips This morning the President was seen coining to school carrying Mrs. Kent’s (Freshman advisor) hat and coat, which were the instruments of his timely escape last evening. The Freshman class was overtaken by a band of Upper Classman robbers, while they were searching for a camping place along the cold, gloomy waters of the Mississippi. With blood-curdling shrieks they surrounded the trem bling yearlings. Girls screamed, boys shouted, and, as all the lanterns had been put out. in an effort to get away. When the thieves overtook them all trace of wieners, buns, potato chips, and even coffee had disappeared, and at that very moment the little fishes in the river were enjoying a Frosh banquet. After mourning the loss of their evening’s pleasure, the Grccnies trudged slowly home. December 11, 1923. Extra! Extra! Extra! Extra! MIGHTY SENIORS CONQUERED BY WISE FOOLS An extraordinary event occurred this afternoon when the Sophomore Quint defeated the Seniors by a score of 11 to 10. The Seniors were sure of victory but their Underclassmen showed their ability in basketball as well as in a fighting spirit that could not be excelled. This defeat was too much for Senior dignity and power and there was not a Senior to he found at the close of the game. They have theirs coming tomorrow ! Wait and see ! � May 26, 1923. (This report has been kindly icritten by the Special Correspondent of the Senior Class of ’23.) “The banquet given us, last Saturday night bv the Juniors was indeed an overwhelming success. The usually sedate chapel was charmingly decorated to represent a garden. There were trellises, pillars and swinging gates covered with life-like roses of different colors, and many beautiful palms lent a romantic tropical touch. In a little secluded nook behind a trellis, a fountain, surrounded by stone benches and fragrant foliage, bubbled musically during the evening. The program, consisting of speeches, and musical numbers, took place during the serving of the banquet, which was delicious in every respect. This happy evening is one never-to-be-forgotten. and is another one of the Bethel days which ‘memory has painted with colors that shall never fade.’ Dear Juniors, accept our heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation of all the work and thought put upon this most memorable of Junior-Senior Banquets!” February 17, 1925. THE JUNIOR BACK WARD PARTY For several days before this “Red Letter night in school history, we had noticed the Juniors holding whispered consultations; but they kept their secret to themselves until the other classmen were nearly bursting with curiosity. Last night the curiosity was satisfied! About seven-thirty one Junior after another came sneaking into the Academy, masked, and dressed backwards. There were all descriptions and types of characters—gypsies, tramps, little girls, negro boys, and also there was one very masculine-looking figure dressed in the clothes of an up-to-date “flapper.” 1926 —:------------------------- = - =THE BETHANNUAL Two very exciting tilings happened during the evening: the Junior Advisor started walking down stairs backward and missed a few steps, and the “flapper” lost his red garter while playing games in the gym and fainted from embarrassment. After refreshments were served with the cake first and the hard tack last, the party broke up. If you want to know what happened, go and ask the remains of Gordon’s Flivver! ! ! Junior Program is a Great Success HE PROGRAM—long looked forward to—lias come and gone. The Juniors certainly outdid themselves in arranging this extraordinary entertainment. The piano solo, songs rendered by the Junior Male Chorus, and readings mm vcrc heartily enjoyed, but the climax of the evening was a dialogue depicting married life by ’'Paul and “Virginia, alias Kd and Bcssec. The outside talent consisted of two artists, a pianist and a violinist, who both rendered beautiful numbers. Wc congratulate the Juniors on their most successful program. Senior Year Calendar Taken from a Senior’s diary. (We arc forced to omit some of the most interesting facts.) September 13—Registration. I am now a dignified Senior. Could it be possible that I was ever iis green ns sonic of those little Freshmen I sec running around.' September 17—First day in English Four. My! I never imagined that Hnllcck was so terrible. October 3—Senior Pow-wow. Went out to the Mississippi River. Had a better time this time than we had at our Freshman Pow-wow. October 28—Grade Cards. Got my first Senior Grade card today. Wonder what Dad will sav. November (i—Annual Hike. Walked forever. Saw how Henry makes his lizzies. November 10-11—Intereluss Basketball Tournament. Seniors won the Tournament. Hurrah! Those All-Stars think they’re smart. November 26—Thanksgiving Day. Well, I’m thankful for a vacation from English IV. December 23—Christmas Day. Had a good time at home with the folks. Swell feed. January 27-2? Semester Examinations. Found out how “much” 1 knew. These are the last I have to take in B. A. I hope. February 20—Junior Program. Very good; heard a lot about Huckleberry Finn. March 10—Groping through Milton’s Paradise I-ost. Hot’’ stuff! March 13 Alumni Day. Wc won the B. B. game but the Alumni will win next year. April 4—Easter Day. My. but I’m glad for a little vacation. Now for the last lap of high school days. April 20—Spring ('oncer . Last concert I’ll ever sing in probably at dear old B. A. April 27—I liter-class Betluinnual contest doses. Seniors and Juniors tie—almost. May I—Visitor’s day. Inter-Class track meet in the morning. May 7—Senior Program. Very inspiring and uplifting. I wonder what my life work will be. May 12 Music Pupil's Recital. Bdhel surely lias some wonderful musical talent. May 15—Junior-Senior Banquet. Juniors surely treated us royally. May 23—Baccalaureate Sermon. This made each Senior more determined to live a life of service. May 24—Alumni Banquet. Seniors were guests of honor. Oh, Commencement is drawing so nen r. May 25—Senior Picnic. All the other classes green with envy. We surely had a great time. June 2—Seminary Commencement. Oh, mine's coining so soon. June 3—Final Chapel. The thought of leaving Bethel begins to he a reality. Many sad faces at the close of this dinpel service. June 11—BETHEL ACADEMY COMMENCEMENT. I received my little white diploma. Many sad and fond farewells. I am parting now with dear school-pals who I shall never see again in this world. God bless my classmates and dear old Bdhel. our “Alma Mater.” NAME AMBITION IDEAL Mildred Rerglund To play Jenny Lind Alice Rodien To watch somebody Aerial Fern Hosell To study Geometry Got lie Clarence Rriggs To get even with a Scotchman Loretta Henderson I.oricn Carlson To own a dress suit Lorna Carlson I.ornn Carlson To Ik nice Euclid Hazel Christie To he sweet King Tut Judith Dahlhy To he graceful Utopia Irene Dnhlccn To Ik Sprightly Sheele Arthur Ellison 'l'o he true C. II. Spurgeon Harold Ellsworth To direct the Missionary Band Mrs. Charles Entner To Ik yell leader She’s a Warbler Martin Ericsson find the Lost Chord A nurse Verda Erickson 'I‘o reduce King Arthur Paul Erlanson To play a mouth organ His Mother Marcus I'rit .ell To shell mits Loves Mes Ruth Freeland 'l o be bombastic A tall man Doris Friedland To he good Prince, of Wales Joel Frykmnn To he able to read like II. C. Ada L. Divert Forsell 'l'o read German Hasn't any Milton Froyd 'l'o make soles A senior Clyde Gustafson To he a Rudy Valentino L. C. Smith Edna Gustafson To he contented Beowulf Lillian Gustafson To he attractive Hannibal Clifford Hagstrom Has reached it In Ashland Lloyd Ilnnson To play on State B. B. Team Basketball Myrtle Hanson To he natural Apollo Clarence Ilchiiider To lie a doctor Takes after Marlin Alverta Jensen To be carefree Preachers WORRIES G comet ry None Hoys N'olhing 11 is Itlcill Ilcr hair 'Ihc Swedes How to gel home Red Crown Gasoline Ilis “staff ’ Making ends meet The world They're nil over 'Hie I .copy cars Mis Horn His ambition IJ. Students Early breakfasts Her telephone number Picking up ashes Tli is S. S. Ped. Marks in English IV Montana Themes Talking in his sleep Few 'l'o 1k worthy Tillic ONLY FAULT Singing Parking Too young Too fast for Mrs. S. Too straight Too eloquent Reciting Tillic Making Eyes Her smiles Ivory soap 11 is mustache 11 is face 11 is coveralls Her coyness Too much wind Chasing Too attractive Pouting Hanging on the line WHAT IK She Didn't Hadn't the key to the kitchen Her eyes were not blue He lost hope He should come late to school She were prettier All were like her She studied She flunked in English IV He turned pale She'd go hack on him She doesn't return He shouldn't get sick There was no rice” He grows up He lost his jmsition 1925 Seniors were not There was no dormitory It should break Dumping them Vocabulary Under Standing Her typing Riding Pegasus Doesn’t dare Walking Cutting small pics “Arms ’ Day-dreaming He had to go to the workhouse He loses it He should fall She wore stripes There was no Ilessic He did He steps over the line She should miss a class She comes too Midnight-lunches were not served u 4 NAME Anna I. Johnson Hildur Johnson Bessie lx- Master AMBITION To (co west To i c exact To present Shakespeare IDEAL “loudspeakers' Brvan tSordon U. Doris Lingren JefFord Iorcn Both V. Olson Cedric Peterson Edna Bask Laura ltundquist Gordon Bussell Anna Stjernstrom Linnen Stjernstrom Nels Stjernstrom Doris Strom To he neat To make a square meal fit a round stomach An automobile accident To tunc saxophones To recite in Swedish class To be charming To push a “Bolts Boyce” around a block at midnight To be serviceable To be different Higher and lower than anyone else To own a dry-cleaning cstab- Might have one Star hoarders Graduated Himself Dempsey “Milton She left Webster Livingstone Died in Infancy Henry Ford lishment Esther Sundberg To sing second bass Fred Swedberg To make sure Clarence Wallin To visit Ubels Beulah Wickstrand To be popular George Mngnuson To Shake-a-speare Caruso .1 list observe A (Class) mate Schumann-1 leink We don't know her WORRIES MI’slangs Karly morning hours The Stage Her quietness Potato Bugs Dates The Fair Sex Weight The “Jiiins” Distance Plenty Had “one” Broken Kggs The (lavs gone by Obliterated just one His future half “Cedar ehest You find out, we can’t ONLY FAULT Canoeing Too bright Her eouarge Studying Not deeided WHAT IF lliere were no summer schools No banquets were held There had never been a Junior Pow-wow She went on the stage The Cook strikes Too sisterly Vamping Too strong Too willing Wrecked it She lost her dimples I le becomes n preacher She were taller She lost her smiles It's resurrected Her editorials She got n C Her ambition Life never changed Stepping on the gas They peel Ins Adam’s Apple Her mental capacity She forgot her hook I ler laugh Time ga .ing Dreads a “No Boyish Doesn't display them I le hadn't come The crystal breaks It’s “Yes” She had not come lie did THE BETHANNUAL — Who’s Who of America (.1 Biography of Notable Men and Jf’omen) Mildred Berglund: Head of the Berglund Lumber Company. Alice Bodicn: Society Editor of the Bolshevik Times. Clarence Briggs: Famous Yarn Manufacturer. Fern Hosc ll: Author of “How to Speak French in Five Minutes.” Loricn Carlson: Conductor of the Tooncrvillc Trolley. I.orna Carlson: Teacher of Chinese at Bethel. Hazel Christie: Originator of the new Wool worth coiffure. Judith Da hi by: Owner of a peach orchard in Alaska. Irene Dalccn: Driver of a bus from St. Paul to Havana. Arthur Ellison: Engineer on a train of thought. Harold Ellsworth: American ambassador to the Sandwich Islands. Charles Entner: Editor of the Savage Daily Sneeze. Martin Ericsson: Discoverer of the sixth sense. Vcrda Erickson: An antique collector. Paul Krlanson: Does a sword swallowing act with a circus. Marcus Fritzcll: Justice of the Supreme Court. Ruth Freeland: Queen of Tasmania. Doris Friedland: President of Yassar. Joel Frykman: Barker for a side show at the State Fair. F.lvcrt I'orssell: Social secretary to a snake charmer. Milton Frovd: Calling trains at the Union Station. Clyde Gustafson: Editor of the Literary Digest. Edna Gustafson: First Lady of the Land. Lillian Gustafson: Owner of Man o’War. Clifford Hagstrom: Chauffeur on a freight elevator. Lloyd Hanson: Traveler discovering polar bears in Africa. Myrtle Hanson: Woman detective. Clarence Hclandcr: Bell-hop at the St. Paul Hotel. AIvcrta Jensen: Discoverer of a magic word that settles all lovers’ disputes. Anna I. Johnson: Editor of the Advice to the Lovelorn” page in a large daily paper. Hildur Johnson: Famous soloist on the concert stage. Bessee I.e.Master: A dangerous radical lender. Doris I.inngren: Agent trying to sell electric fans in Siberia. Jefford Loren: Chef in the Drake Hotel. Chicago. Ruth Olson: Com|x ser of the song They All Fall For Me.” Cedric Peterson: The circus Fat Man.” Edna Rusk: President of the Street Car Company. Laura Rundquist: Demonstrator of canned goods. (iordon Russell: Captain of the Salvation Army. Anna Stjcrnstrom: Matron of an asylum for Geometry sharks. I.iniica Stjcrnstrom: Gubernatorial candidate on the Coca Cola platform. Nols Stjcrnstrom: Traveling editor for the Police Gazette. Doris Storm: Private Secretary to Billy Sunday. Esther Sundbcrg: Dean of fashionable school for girls. Fred Swedberg: A hermit in Gold Valley. Alaska. Clarence Wallin: Traffic Cop on Como and Smiling. Beulah Wickstrand: Active member of the Housewives League. George Magnuson: Lion Tamer, who got his training at Bethel—mostly in the dining room. - 1926- - =■ ==- - = • JX -THE BETHANNVAL ----- Prophecy of the Class of '26 WAS sitting on my front porch, reading, when one of my friends came up the walk and approached me. I was absorbed in a book written bv an old schoolmate when she startled me with the greeting: Hello, Ruth, how are you?” Well, when did you return to the city? I thought you were in Japan.” I was till a week ago. Education is rather difficult there.” By the way. Hazel, do you remember Llovd Hanson? I have the most interesting book here written by him. It is entitled, 'The Mystic Twelve’. I simply cannot grasp his meaning in some places. lie is so abominably vague.” Speaking of Bethel, I saw Myrtle Hanson on the street the other day. She is a Salvation Army Captain.” I saw El vert Forscll’s new ‘bachelors’ home’ the other day. It seems that lie has taken pity on all the unfortunate men and is playing ‘The Good Samaritan’ for them. I guess it is the largest bachelors’ home in the world. All the inmates have to take an oath that they will have nothing to do with the ladies before they are allowed to get in there. Hazel, do you know why the youth of Alaska arc decreasing so rapidly?” “No, tell me.” Why Charles Entner is at the head of the largest boys’ reformatory there.” The Stjernstroms are all preachers. I don’t see how Xels managed to be sober long enough to get such a job, but then, this is a queer world.” Where are their churches?” Oh, Lennea has one. in Atlanta, Georgia. Anna has one in Mexico City, and Nels has one in St. Peter.” There comes Lillian Gustafson home from the bench. It must be very trying to be a judge. Hello, Lillian.” Hello! My, but I’m tired. I didn't expect such a pile of work to stack up while I was gone.” “Well, did you see anybody while you were gone?” I saw several of the Seniors of ’26. It is surprising to find such a change after fourteen years. Esther Sundbcrg, Doris Lindgren, Ruth Olson, and Doris Fried-land are teaching at Bethel. They looked so tired out and old. I guess the students are much worse than they were when we were there, if that is possible. It was really pathetic to watch them. One reason for this is that Lovien Carlson is the principal of the Academy.” Milton Frovd is the dean of the Seminary. Harold Ellsworth is a teacher in tin- Moody Bible Institute. But say, could you imagine Joel Frykman as the organist of the Central Baptist Church? I wouldn't believe it till after I had heard him. He really makes a wonderful musician. Milton Frovd does the preaching there. I heard that Moody has grown fifty per cent since Mr. Ellsworth started to teach there.” Who are the officers of the Alumni Association now?” Fern Bosell is the president, Russel) Moffat is the vice president, Laura Ilundquist, the secretary. Beulah Wickstrand, who had just returned from a trip to Paris, where she has been studying music, favored us with a solo. Marcus Fritzcll, the noted violinist, entertained us for about an hour. He simply enchants a person when lie touches that old violin of his.” 1926= ’«!«.• .y — - =THE BETHANNUAL- I talked to George Magnuson while there. He is a civil engineer. He just happened to be passing thru town on the way to the West, where he 1ms a big contract to finish up. I forgot to say that Clifford Hagstrom gave the speech of the occasion. He is the president of the Society of International Brotherhood. That speech was rare. I almost disgraced myself as I used to do in chapel by laughing. Both of you should have been there. “I am sure that we would have enjoyed it. What are the rest of them doing?” Let's sec, Fern Boscll is running a beauty parlor in St. Paul. She has so much trade that she has to work twenty-five hours out of every twenty-four. But you should sec Laura Rundquist. She is showing the rest of them how to run an ideal home. She has the most wonderfully managed home that I have ever seen. Did you know that Cedric Peterson is laid up in a hospital. He is a Chemistry professor at the University of Arkansas. He was demonstrating to one of his classes the explosive power of nitro-gh'eorinc, and the stuff blew up on him.” That reminds me of the time that Paul is having with his Chemistry. He has been trying to get a patent on a certain chemical process. It is a new way of making cloth. It is about time lie is making some money. Ilis children would have starved to death if he had waited much longer. He has the case practically cinched” now. At least that is what Edna Iiask, his attorney, said. I never dreamed that Edna would make such a good lawyer, although she was always a wonderful talker. Clarence Hclandcr is a judge in the State Supreme Court. He is the best that they have ever had in the state.’ ' Beulah was telling me about the wonderful hotel that Lorna and her husband arc running in Paris. She stayed there two days as a guest. It is known all over the world as the best place in which to be entertained. Lorna always was fond of bright lights.” But girls, I wish that you could see the new hospital that Martin Erickson has had built. It is really wonderful. I certainly enjoyed going through it. I received an inspiring letter from Hildur Johnson tire other day. She and Irene Dalcen arc running a children’s hospital in Africa. If only they could have a hospital like Martin's but they enjoy the work just the same in spite of all the difficulties. That reminds me of a letter that I received from Clarence Wallin who is in the Phillipines. He is doing some wonderful missionary work out in those Islands. Alverta Jenson is also out there.” Bessie Lc Master is running for the governorship in Arizona. She took that up ns a profession, because running is one of the best ways to stay young and thin. Arthur Ellison furnishes her with space and inspiration with his “Speed of the Times.” His paper is well known as being the most inspiring and intelligently written in the world of to-day.” “Say, girls, why don’t some of the rest of them try to make a sensible living like Jefford Loren. He has a ten-thousand acre farm in Montana. Alice Bodicn is managing a cafeteria in Cincinnati, Ohio. She has been having a lot of hard luck. Three of her buildings burned down. But one of the funniest things has happened. Clyde Gustafson and Clarence Briggs arc running a circus. Clarence does the running and Clyde furnishes the comedy. I must go and sec them perform their acts. 1926 Tufif THE BETH ANNUA I. Do you remember Mildred Bcrglund? She almost scared me to death on the ship. She wanted to take niv picture as she was collecting; news for a New York newspaper of which she is a traveling reporter. She told me about watching a race in which Gordon Russel won with his old Collegiate Ford. It certainly must have been very entertaining. She said that Judith Dahlby is making a campaign against rouge and lipstick, and that she visited in the home of Verda Erickson. Verda is very seldom home as she is a saleswoman for some soap company.” I'red Swcdberg has gone out to preach among the pygmies of Africa. They arc now becoming qiuitc civilized, I understand.” The funniest think happened while I was in Mexico City. As I was out for a little stroll, I heard some shrieks of laughter coming out of the little school houses. Being curious, I went to the door and peeped in. The door flew open and my heart turned a flop, for who was it. but Doris Storm, teaching a class of Mexican children. Public Speaking.” Well, girls, I think we have talked over all of our old classmates, so if you will come into the house, and see what you think of my last painting. I will get you a little lunch.” 1926 o — THE BET HA NN U A L The Senior Will Drawn up by Edna Hash, Alice Bodicn, and Paul Erlanson. Wc, the Senior Class of 192G, declare this to he our last will and testament. We give and bequeath our property and privileges as follows: First: We give to the Freshmen the exclusive privilege of using the elevator. ( ?) Second: To the faculty we leave a well-earned rest and peace that they have not known since they undertook to guide us along the stony path of knowledge. Third: We bequeath to the Junior Class the forgotten but not gone “Twelve Centuries of English poetry and Prose”; and to each individual as follows: Mildred Berglund’s and Doris Friedand's matronly worries to Ivar Bricthling. Alice Bodien’s lease on the reception room to Louis Ellis. Fern BoselFs and Doris Linngren’s frailness to Frank Anderson. Clarence Brigg’s and Clyde Gustafson’s handsomeness to Helen Skooglun. w Loricn Carlson's and Paul Erlanson’s paper wads and rubber binders to Alfred Larson. Lorna Carlson’s style and Ncls Stjernstrom’s Adam's apple to Elizabeth Anderson. Hazel Christie’s love affair to Carol Dexter. Judith Dahlbv's nights out to Adeline Knutson. Irene Dalccn’s and Edna Gustafson’s vampishness to Nellie Wohlford. Arthur Ellison's and Milton Froyd's good themes to Elizabeth Hogg. Harold Ellsworth's domestic happiness to August Winkleman. Charles Erickson’s church-going to Rosamond Ellis. Marcus Fritzell’s joviality to Frances Anderson. Ruth Freeland’s pep and Hildur Johnson’s gracefulness to Stanley Forsman. Joel Frykman’s and Clarence Helander’s well-fitted suits to Eric Sjolund. F.lvcrt Forssell's ability to dump ashes to Alice Larson and Ruth Dalilcn. Lillian Gustafson’s ring and Ruth Olson’s cedar chest to Naomi Hultgren. Clifford Hagstrom’s “dates” to Esther Antonson. Lloyd Hanson’s athletic exploits and Jefford Loren’s stewardship of the B. C. to Phoebe Strom. Myrtle Hanson’s sensible ways to Helen Johnson. Alverta Jensen’s and Clarence Wallin’s wistfulness to Elvira Wik. Anna I. Johnson to Broncho Johnson. Bcssec Le Master’s “Irish’” and Gordon Russell’s ditched Ford to Ellen Carlson. Cedric Peterson’s avoirdupois lbs. to Allan Frcdinc. Edna Rask’s sagacity to Alvin Johnson. Laura Rundquist’s playing in chapel to Orville Johnson. � The Stjernstrom sisters’ seriousness to Rudolph Khnbom. Doris Storm’s and Esther Sundberg’s trips “back home” to Gordon Lindecn. Fred Swedberg’s love dreams to Joseph Carlson. 5 Beulah Wickstrand’s “shampoos” to Tillic Sanger. George Magnuson’s evangelistic campaigns to Donald Anderson. We appoint Miss Jacobson and Mr. Grandin executors of this will. In witness whereof wc have signed, sealed, published, and declare this instrument as our last will and testament at Bethel Academy, June 15)2(5. The Senior Class. Witnesses: Miss E. Nelson Mr. H. Ericsson. 1926 r.-cc v V « Si Ficancks V. Andkiisox - - President Piiokbk Stkom - - - Vice-President I'nareOKs May Andkksox IIklkn Johnson Ai.ick Lahsox Advisor Secretary Treasurer THE BETHANNUAL umOT Juniorvillc, Rcthelania. Volume 111, No. Forty-Eleven. Subscription Price JUNIOR CHRONICLE Ruth Dahlcn .............Editor Ellen Carlson ....Assist. Editor Gordon Lindeen .......Publisher LATEST ELECTION RETURNS August lYinitleman reins Mayoralty by ovenchelmin j majority. All Bcthclania is celebrating in honor of August Winklemon, the Mayor-elect of Juniorvillc. The people of the whole country side have thronged to the county seat, bringing bells, bass drums, clarinets and cornets with which to serenade “His Honor.” Thus do his friends rejoice with him. It is with much regret, however, that wc must report a misfortune which befell the new “chief.” lie mounted his Ford, a faithful and trusted old friend, that he might, from its well known eminence, address the assembled multitude. It was so stirred by his eloquence that it completely broke down. Mr. Winklemnn is indeed fortunate in the civic officials who were elected to work with him. Wc can at least sleep calmly, without fear of robbers; wc can send our children to the corner grocery without worrying about possible accidents, for Frank Anderson is to be the Commis sioner of Public Safety. He has worked out a new traffic signal which will make accidents impossible. It is said to be equally helpful to auto drivers and to aeronauts. Alvin Johnson, the newly elected sheriff, expects to lead an idle life un- A Smile A Number der the new administration. He hopes to find time to complete his Greek Grammar in Verse.” Phoebe Strom, police matron, also expects to find her duties very light. She expects to lend a “Keep the parks for the children” movement and has already spoken to a numl er of Mother’s Clubs on this important subject. F. A. Johnson, the newly appointed Commissioner of Parks and Playgrounds, has promised to improve all the parks now available and is planning to open three new ones. One will be devoted entirely to tired automobiles. Adolph Carlson proved his suitability as Judge, by the decisions he has rendered on such weighty subjects as “How to arrange palms in decorating a platform.” No more peaceable a man could he found than Ivar Rrcithling. It is therefore most fitting that he has been chosen Justice of Peace. Orville Johnson, our new street commissioner will prove one of the best men wc have ever had in this position. His knowledge of that exact science, Geometry, will prove of unending service to him. Mr. Johnson is now at work upon a project for eliminating ruts in a soft road. Louis Ellis, the Commissioner of Education has a big task ahead of him. He is inventing a device for making German easy. It is certain to give 1926 Togc THE BETIIA AWVA L much satisfaction to both teachers and pupils. Helen Johnson was unanimously elected Register of Deeds. All people felt confident that she would be competent for she has long kept a record of tlic deeds of the Juniorville people. NEW SCHOOL IN’ THE CITY Miss Frances V. Anderson, Ph. 1).. has just opened a hoarding school for girls on the Via Latina. All the ancient and modern arts are being taught, by most competent teachers. Miss Anderson says that a limited number of day pupils will be accepted. Our fellow-citizens should avail themselves of this unusual opportunity. The following list gives a hint of the excellencies of the school: Elvira Wile, M. F., Dep t, of Expression Xnomic Hultgren, Q. E., Oratory and Debate Esther Antonson, D. C., Piano and Harmony Elizabeth Anderson, P. P., Voice and Silence Helen Skooglun, S. O. S., Basketball and Work Carol Dexter, C. P. A., Secretary of School Rosamond Ellis, Ex. Libris. Librarian Til lie Sanger, R. S. V. P., Dean of Women Nellie Wohlford, R. A., Art and Color Adeline Knutson, K. 1 , Home Economics. Our fellow townsmen, Joseph Carlson and Alfred Larson, are leaving tomorrow for a trip to South America. Tliev arc going to join the Roosevelts in hunting big game......with a kodak. We just looked in at Allan Frcdinc’s new studio. He has there illustrated some of his ideas on interior decorating. Allan has recently returned from a trip abroad—lie spent several months in France and Spain, and is prepared to redecorate your home in the latest manner. The “Little Brown Church,” has been enjoying some most successful services. Rev. Eric Sjolund the new pastor is doing splendid work. We rec-commend that you go early enough to procure a seat. Stanley Forsman is the organist and choir leader. Gordon Lindecn is baritone soloist. POETRY CORNER Alice May, Alice May, Wilt thou be mine? Thou shalt not wash the dishes. Nor yet feed the swine. But sit on a cushion. And sew a fine scam, And feed upon strawberries Sugar and cream. (Jl'ith apologies to M. (loose.) ADVERTISING SECTION R. EIINBOM and D. ANDERSON Groceries and Sweets Mueli attention paid to students No Cash Accounts PIANO INSTRUCTION Elizabeth Hogg, pupil of the famous Professor Piano Forts, will accept pupils. Those without talent preferred. 1926 Ea e THE BETHANNUAL 6 j u ‘C ts Irf Atf- ■ I • ’ ‘ Off B-i ir’n.rk A 'On V tA i siH r[ ufftf i =1926 Biigc 38 THE BETH ANN UAL Pai l Wohlkokd..........................................President Evelyn Lange............................................Secretary Hildino Lind............................................Treasurer Delpiia Jacobson ------ Advisor S o urn f £ tLouSj PaXth-Puf ezek Ay, im Page . • THE BETHANNUAL Bethel Academy, St. Paul, Minn. June 1, 1926 Dear home Folks: You can not imagine how eager we are for school to close. It will surely he a great relief to lay our books aside for a brief three months; for we expect to come back to Bethel « next September. You will miss us then, we know, but we shall miss you more. Records show that one third to one half of all High School students discontinue school in their Freshman Year. Hence, we arc proud of the fact that we are the cream, as it e were, of last year's freshman class. We all determine to graduate from Bethel. We can hardly wait for the day to come; though we fully realise that we can not reach our goal by merely wishing, for as the poet says: “Heaven is not reached in a single bound: We mount the ladder round by round. It is wonderful how ambitious we became all at once when we came to Bethel. Do you recall how difficult it was to wake us after a night of ten hours' sleep? Now we sleep less and study more. In spite of the fact that we are ambitious, we also take time for play. Nevertheless, we can not afford to take life too lightly; for how can we when we realize the sacrifices that you are making and the great expectations that you hold for us? For social enjoyment we need not go outside our own courts. Our teachers spice our work with humor. “I shall hold you responsible in the war to-morrow,” said our Modern History Teacher when making the assignment for the next day. . During the past year we have made great progress in mathematics. Now our problems are made easy by the use of formulas. For instances: D. F.-r-M. E. + E. A.= IIigh Marks (P AV.) (M. S.)+J. I..=Athlctics (I. E.)=-(C. B.) +T. B.= Music C. C.+L H.+ (W. J.)=Fashion 3((� . M.-fC. P.) (H. L.+V. K.+A. SO=I.cvites 2(D. D.)+(R. S.)-=Oratory K. J..+L. M.rrChums M. S.+E. L.+M. S.= Qulct Faithful M. C.+W. B.=Winsoinvncss c (It. A.)+(H. S.) + (E. J.—F. J.)=Entertainment 2(E. S.)-j-(M. A.)s=Ambition C. I- (I.. H.-fE. B.)=Studiousness •r I’nder the leadership of Paul Wohlford, our jolly president, and our able and beloved class advisor. Miss Delplm M. Jacobson, we can not but feel that our lives have been made richer both spiritually and socially. We shall tell you more about our class when we see you. Yours lovingly. Sophs, of ‘26. 926= Page 4( THE BET HA NN UAL Y hat t i ou Witv ANc rnt SopHC'Vlofl ifcc. Al C L AKs ;a U'i Pau i Uk f V- XV $ t h Ai. AaRTHa Af-ui ii f'AUL ih tlOSOpHkK V ®T?is -C ; v SoVm S ' !£ • + Wam-iikd Luxdstkx - President Mahvin Samcklson - - Vice-President Efkie Nelson Oi. ;a Axdkhsox Ada Pktkksox - Advisor Secretary Treasurer THE BETHANNUAL Stockholm, Sweden June 18, 1946 Dear Winnie: Many interesting events have taken place since I last wrote you, but probably the one of most interest would be a wedding which took place recently in a little town in Sinaland. Myrtle Erickson, doing Welfare work in Stockholm, and I, having received invitations, decided to take the trip together. Arriving at our destination we hailed a taxi and were surprised to find the driver to be Daniel Hoglund. In the course of our conversation we learned of the whereabouts of several other classmates. Earl and Aldon N’ybcrg are as yet bachelors, ltagnar Walborg is President of Harvard. Marion Hallstroni, Margaret Storviek, Agnes Danielson, and Emily Starieka are employed in the new Montgomery Ward plant in Baltimore. E. F. Lindquist and Glenn Myers arc employed in the Ferguson Garage at Fort Dodge, Iowa. In driving through town we noticed a building which proved to he a coke-plant owned by Seth Jacobson. We soon came upon a small dry goods store decorated with tire following sign: Macaroni, Cats. Cheese, slightly used. Traps, Coffee 5c, with cup 10c. To our surprise Enoch Ilogfelt and his wife Christine Carlson, were the proprietors of this place. From here we resumed our journey to the marriage feast. Upon arriving at the scene we were surprised to find so many of our former Bethel classmates, some single, others united in the Holy Bands of Matrimony. Among the latter are Mr. and Mrs. Curl Fredine (nee Ada Peterson) distinguished Chiropractors, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Arneson (nee Nellie Angstrom), of Tokio, Japan, and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Levin (nee Edna Ofstlum), of Alexandria, Egypt. A feeble old gentleman whom we immediately recognized as Rudolph Skanse, had just slopped in for a rest having been running for President for several years and still possesses hope among other possessions tied up in a red handana handkerchief. All were enjoying themselves immensely until refreshments were served. While eating, the guests were interrupted by weird, agonizing screams precluding from vhe kitchen, and soon discovered that Robert Marsh, chief cook, had just cut his finger. Edwin Brandt, the physicians' assistant, was given the privilege of applying first aid. After refreshments. Jennie Mullins suggested an interesting game, that of seeing who could make the funniest face. Pauline Hassclijuist was pronounced winner by Donald Wyatt, the judge, wliercu]Hm she answered, I-I-I wasn't playing. I don't know what the cook gave us to eat hut Rleanorc Sackett, Olga Ilolmstrom, Oscar Anderson, and Raymond Xeasc became rather indisposed thus they had to call the town doctor, who happened to he Ernest Wentz. After the wedding we spent the night with the three leading members of the Spinster's Club: Mary Petrie, Gladys Oscarson, and Coni Peterson. The following morning we decided to call upon Mrs. Oren Dahl (nee Waive N’orman), whom we found seated at her spinning wheel, surrounded by a group of erring children. Before leaving town we decided to buy the “Sinn land News.” having heard that it was edited by Howard Sandberg. Looking over the paper vve came upon an article which read as follows: Mr. Champ Lundiu was disposed of at public auction at 1 P. M. last Sunday to Miss Ella Ostrom on my farm one mile east of Raymond Olson's home in the presence of seventy-five guests, including the following to-wit: 2 mules, 12 bead of cows, � sheep. Tile ceremony was performed by Rabbi Levi Rasmussen, whose reputation in such deals has made him very popular u|K n such occasions. Miss Helen Hanson was Maid of Honor, and Erland Anderson, Best man. The home was tastefully decorated in roses, Margaret Robertson, Helen Bishop, Olga Anderson; and Mendelssohn’s Wedding March was beautifully rendered by Ruth Johnson and 1 Jersey cow. A duet was played by Martha Peterson and Ebba Anderson. Faith Carlson and Martha Starieka, (lower girls, were dressed in 7 tons of sweet clover hay. The groom has always stood well among Berkshire lings, while the bride is an accomplished teacher of Harold Ixifgren and Poland China Hogs. The bridal party left Monday for an extended trip and will be gone for free lunch at noon. Don't fail to attend sale upon their return when everything will go to the highest bidder. Marvin Samuelson, Auctioneer « Theodore Tupu, Assistant Auc. Don't you think that was a terrible mistake of the printer to get an auction sale mixed up with the wedding notice? On returning to Stockholm we met Waif red Lundstrom who had arrived from America to lake part in a boxing match with Sweden's champion, George Ralph. We also met Miss Nelson wlu� was taking an extended trip through Europe. She was looking just as young and happy as usual. Sincerely, Missing Member — =1926 = Tog? ,•. THE BETHANNUAL =■ =1926 f’w s'- 4 4 T� THE BETHANNUAL- MAM.K KRICKSOX KVKI.YN CAR I.SOX CRACK Al.I.KN Certificate in I'oicc Diploma in Voice and Piano Diploma in Voice The Music Department E arc herewith presenting the graduating class of the Music Department. Miss Evelyn Carlson receives a diploma in both piano and voice. Miss Main ! C. Ericson and Miss Grace Allen receive certificates in voice. Miss Anna I. Johnson. Miss Alvcrta Jensen, and Hattie Taft receive certificates in piano. These twenty years have witnessed a steady growth in our Music Department, as the increase in enrollment clearly attests. It has been an important part of the curriculum and one which we could not afford to dispense with. In 1905 there was hut one instructor in this department but the interest grew and it was necessary to add more members. This year we have an enrollment of 98 in the Music Department. The instruction is under the direction of Prof. Hultgrcn in voice. Prof. Oberg in piano, and Mrs. Marie Ackerlund Omark in violin. 4 THE BETHANNUAL The Glee Club is a decided asset in the school organisation. It is adding to its fame year after year, under the direction of Prof. Hultgrcn. Early in the Spring they were asked to participate in a concert given by the Temple Baptist Church of Duluth. Their success was genuine, and Duluth is anxious to have them return. In addition to that tour, tliev assisted in the Spring Concert of Bethel. The Bethel Choral Society has given three concerts during the year, and has also visited the First Swedish Baptist Churches of both St. Paul and Minneapolis on special occasions. In addition to its part in school activities, the chorus offers each student a splendid opportunity in voice training. THE BET HA NN U A L— = =1926 Pane y t (t OAMlZAT 1 OSiS | THE BETHANNUAL Twenty Years of Progress ACK of every great achievement there must be a vision; behind each 3tg£fl momentous undertaking must be a dream. The year 1905 marks the bc- ginning of a new era within the Swedish Baptist Denomination. In that year an event of momentous importance and significance to the educational system within our denomination took place, namely, that the foundation stones of Bethel Academy were laid. For many years our Baptist pioneers had dreamed of such an institution, but it was not until in the Fall of 190:3, at the General Conference, Stromsburg, Nebraska, that definite plans were laid for the establishing of an Academy. The late I)r. Sandcll and our own Dr. Peterson delivered the addresses which stirred the people to action. A Committee, consisting of Dr. Frank Peterson, Rev. O. Bodicn, and Rev. O. P. Peterson, was immediately appointed to make the earliest possible preparations for the realization of the plan. In the following year, at a Convention held in Kansas City, Mo., the Committee reported, and upon their recommendation Dr. Frank Peterson, Rev. O. P. Peterson, Dr. Robert O. Earl, Dr. Arvid Gordh, Dr. John I'. Nicholson, and Mr. John Halvarsen were commissioned to organize a Board of Directors, consisting of thirty members and known as the Bethel Academy and College Association. As a result of their splendid work Bethel Academy opened its doors for the first time in the Autumn of 1905 in the Klim Baptist Church of Minneapolis. Those first years were difficult ones, for as yet the Educational Era had barely dawned. However, God’s favor rested upon the institution and although there were but two students in the first graduating class, in 1907, it was necessary to seek larger quarters. The years spent in their new home, in a building which still stands as the Midway Insurance Company, on Como Avenue between Carter and Doswell Avenues, were years of stupendous growth and again the quarters were too small and plans were laid for the erection of a new and fully equipped building. A site was selected on Snelling and Como-Phalcn Avenues and the work was begun. Within a short time Bethel Academy as it stands to-day was completed and ready for its new occupants. It will ever stand as a memorial to the persistent efforts of God-fearing, self-sacrificing Christians! Now that there was room, the student body grew rapidly until to-day we have an enrollment of 277. During these years Dr. Arvid Gordh was principal of the Academy, continuing until the year of 1912. Since that time Prof. A. J. Wingblade has served in that capacity. The first year there were five faculty members, whereas there arc now fourteen members. The steady growth of the school has been due to the prayers of its friends, and the future success of this institution as well depends wholly upon prayer. To-day we arc thankful to God for those who had vision, for “Without a vision the people perish ' Our hearts are filled with admiration for those who had the courage to blaze the trail and thus realize their own dreams. They stand out as men and women who have “attempted great tilings for God and expected great things from Him.” We have the privilege of reaping the fruits of their sacrifice and labor, but it is coupled up with a serious responsibility because we arc the ones who will have to fight to maintain the principles upon which it is founded and to uphold the standards which have entitled our School to the name Bethel. 1926 Pag 5 -’ the BETHANNUAL JOEL FRY KM AX FLORENCE JOHNSON MARVIN SAMUELSOX FRANCES ANDERSON DKHATIN’G TKAM fellowship. Kut more than that—in its far-reaching effects, it has yielded a service in the development of natural abilities which only time itself can reveal. Its vital, and even imperative, necessity in the educational curriculum is being recognized more and more every year. This organization has been the mover of the majority of all school activities. The programs conducted consist of musical numbers, readings, short talks, and debates. The year’s work swells up into three great suspensive climaxes: the oratorical contest, declamatory contest, and inter-class debate. This year, especially, a most unusual spirit of enthusiasm has been shown in these events. Though it was impossible for everyone to obtain supremacy, all will say that to try for it was well worth an effort. The Alpha Beta Literary Society It has long stood as a living promoter of the precious bonds of Christian OFFICERS First Semester ClIAHLKS KnTNRR Lillian Gustafson El.VRRT FoRSSELL President Secretary Treasurer Second Semester Milton Froyd Rudolph Eiinbom Elvira Wik Marvin Samurlsox President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer 1926 5.1 THE BETH ANNUAL Xlll.TON FROY1) HAZEL CHRISTIE BIRGER SWENSON Oratorical Contest Declamatory Contest Swedish Declamatory WINNING TRIO The Svea Literary Society HE door to the great held of Swedish letters and customs has been opened wide by the Svea Literary Society. Bethel students are permitted to enter in where they may acquire knowledge in Swedish Literature and also develop their abilities to speak the Swedish language. The influence of this association has permeated the entire student body. To succeed in the establishment of the principles of character and ideal of our forefathers in human lives, is the most worthy of all efforts. Like “Old Faithful” in its action, this organization flares up several times each term in the most spectacular programs. Just to attend their declamatory contest and debates would richly repay such sacrifice. The instructive talks concerning the various branches of economic and social life in Sweden, arc spoken of with great praise. Our school might justly pride herself in the superiority of such societies as this. OFFICERS First Semester Eric Anderson - Eric Sjolund - Naomi Hultgrex - Lorxa Carls ox .... Second Semester Adolph Carlson - Martin Eriksox - Marvin Samuelson ... Thelma Brandt - - - President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer President Vice-President Secretary T rcasurer 1926 Edge $4 THE BETH ANNUAL O. J. M. M. M. HE Olivia Johnson Memorial Missionary Movement was founded in 1920 by students and faculty of Bethel Academy in honor of Miss Olivia taS Johnson. She was a missionary to the Philippine Islands where she labored faithfully for one term. While home on furlough she contracted influenza and died. Her dying words were these: “Send three in my place.” These words were not forgotten and so this movement was founded as a monument to her. It is the purpose of the movement to pray for missions, to preach missions, to give to missions, and encourage others to go out as missionaries. Missionary services are held during the school year. The movement then secures some missionary to speak at such services and so keeps people in touch with the foreign field. Funds are raised by free-will contributions and all who contribute a dollar per year become members of the movement. This money is used for the building of a library in the Philippine Islands and this will indeed be a living monument to her loyal service. This year several of the most valuable works of literature, besides those of a purely religious nature, have been purchased and it is the prayer of all connected with the movement that these books shall mean much for the cause of Christ in the Philippine Islands, and that through them many might be led to make the great choice in life and to find their Life by giving themselves as Olivia Johnson did. Alvin Johnson ------ President Frances V. Anderson - Secretary and Treasurer 1926 Pf-e u THE BETHANNUAL The Missionary Band LANCING upon Bethel Academy and reflecting upon its broad fields of £51 activity, there swells within oneself a certain feeling of pride and ad-miration. The entire institution seems to rise up into an almost unbelievable wonder. But soon this sight grows dim; it flickers, then it fades away. But truth brings unto us a far more striking vision—a vision of a group of students, with bended knees, open hearts, and pleading lips, beseeching daily for Divine sanction of every achievement. PRAYER! This prayer life is fostered by the Missionary Band. This organization reserves the right to every Bethel student to claim membership. Its duties arc of the greatest importance. It has helped to make more firm the foundation of every success. It is the lubricant of every movement. In active Christian work, this band, under the able leadership of Marvin Samuelson. has conducted meetings in several Old Folks’ Homes, at the Union Gospel Mission, and at our various Twin City Young People’s Societies. Through its efforts many a wearied soul has found a peaceful rest. Athenaean Society This society has not been in existence very long but its brief career is marked with success. In the beginning it was designed to be a literary society, but gradually it assumed a more social nature and it now comprises the social activities of the girls. However, during the year the most important event was a debate which proved conclusively that this organization is not limited to social activities. The pre-Christmas program was also given under the auspices of tins society. The organization owes its success largely to the untiring efforts of Miss Dclpha Jacobson, adviser. The officers for the past year are as follows: Bessec Lc Master Naomi Hultgren Beulah Wickstraml Kate Olson President Vice President - Treasurer Secretary 1926 J‘w s THE BETHANNUAL Standing, left to right: Fred Swedberg. Alvin Johnson, Eric Anderson, Roger Wick strand. President Rudolph Danl iuist. Sitting, second row: Agnes Danielson. Miss Sable. Linnea Stjernstrom. and Frances Anderson. Sitting, lirst row: Clarence Rergsten. Martin Ericsson, and Charles Entner. The Student Volunteers NUMBER of students at Bethel arc preparing for service in the foreign fields. These students have united, forming a branch of “The Student Volunteers of America.” Though small in organization, this group has has been mighty in its influence. Its very foundation and entire framework arc built out of love, sacrifice, and bravery. The meetings and programs of this hand are not very frequent hut they are of the best. The deep Christian devotion, ever prevalent in their midst, makes their prayer meetings fairly glow with warmth and inspiration. Their exceptional abilities and unusual enthusiasm have made their programs an unbounded success. They have also sent cheer to the missionaries on the foreign fields in the form of cards, as well as a box at Christmas time to Mr. and Mrs. lanquist of Assam. May His divine blessing continue to flow upon tin Student olunteers wherever He may lead them. 1926 Ptgc J? THE BETHANNEAL Staixlir.p. left to right: Charles Kntner, Milton Froyd. ISirgcr Swenson. Hrnest Wentz, (icorgc Maffiui-son. Kilwin llrnixlt. Adolph Carlson. Marvin Sanniclani. I.evi Kasinnsscn. Standing, second row: Clarence llcrgsti-ii. Winfield lolmson, Kric Anderson. August Winkle man. Daniel lloglund. Cedric Peterson. Martin Krickson, l:ritclviot Johnson, lidding Kind. Sitting, left to rigid: I'ritichiof l.ind«|uisi. Waif red l.undslcn, Victor Krickson. Treasurer Alvin Johnson, President Norman Sandqnist, Kric Sjolund. Joseph Carlson. The Ministerial Students’ Association IIE Swedish Baptists of America have grown from a small, though sig-sam nificant group, into a denomination which has its roots over our entire land. It has survived all the droughts of the past. Today it is growing with a greater rapidity and is doing a more effective work than ever before. Perhaps the very life-blood of the organization of this body may be traced hack to the Ministerial .Students Association, at Bethel Academy. All of the Academy students who have entered in upon that path towards the ministry, automatically become members of this group. As co-workers, the Bible and Missionary Training Students have been enlisted as honorary members. Now that the year is drawing to a close, we look upon the past with lips of praise and hearts filled with gratitude. This body has been especially favored beyond all recompense. Prof. Olson’s services to us, in our hi weekly Homiletics Class shall prove to be of infinite value to us in our preparation for action in the great work. Through our meetings at the West Side Mission and the Union Gospel Mission, many a tormented heart has found a blissful rest. This year a work has been accomplished under the direction of the Ministerial Students, which was before, unattempted. All the hoys in the neighborhood of the school were gathered into the Academy building one Monday evening. Two clubs were organized, separating the older from the smaller boys, and preparations were immediately begun for gymnasium and devotional exercises. The devotional period has been held above all else. About forty boys come together now, every Monday evening. me Tage jg THE BETHANNUAL Standing. left to right: Stanley Forsman. Clarence Hclandcr. Martin Erikson. Sitting: Erie Sjolund, See.: Anna Stjcrustroin, Treas.; Fred Swedberg, Pres.; Alice I.arson, Marvin Samuel son. The Student Council IIE Student’s Association was organized about six years ago to fill a gap which seemed to exist in the School Organization. It consists of representatives from each class who have the oversight in the appointment of various committees as well as the arrangement for social activities in which the school as a whole lias a part. The officers for the Athletic Board are chosen by this body. It also meets with the Principal whenever there are important matters to consider, or proposed changes to discuss. Since its organization it has been a fundamental unit in the school organization. 1926 Bane THE BETHANNUAL Standing. left it right: llirger Sven� vii. Fritcliiof .lohnwn. Martin Krietton. Cedric I’etcrson. Jolm LccdMroin. Sitline, second row: Elvira Wik. Klvcrta Jenson. Anna Johnson. I.innea Stjcrnslrotn. Anna Sorboni. Mildred Hcrglund. Lillian Cmtafcon. 1 lessee l.c.M aster. Sitting, first row: Kdna (iustafson. lintel Christie. I'oris I.innarcn. Dorothy lUxter. Agnes Danielson. Edna Hash. Helen Johnson. Tillie Sanger. Public Speaking Class XE of tile most valuable assets of Bethel is its Public Speaking Class. It is becoming an object of great interest and enthusiasm, as evidenced by tile large enrollment. It is contributing its share to the student's education. The purpose of the class is to enable students to overcome defects of speech, and to develop self-eon fide nee. poise, and bearing. Private lessons arc also given by Miss Price, the instructor in this department, for those who wish to avail themselves of this opportunity. This department lias also given two excellent programs, namely the Thanksgiving Program, given November 17, and the Easter Program. March 16. consisting of Bible readings suited to the occasion. 1926 ’tl£C to THE BETHANNUAL Standing, left to right: Charles Kntner. Kits. Mgr.: Milton Kroyd. Reporter: Glenn Myers. Reporter. Victor Erickson. Reporter: Paul Krlanson. Collector: Prof. II. C. W'ingbladc. Adviser: Clarence Brigs -Collector; Clifford Il.igurom. Collector: Stanley Borsman, Reporter; Alvin Johnson. Asst. .Vlv. Mgr. Sitting: Hazel Christie, Cir. Mgr.: Clarence Wallin. Adv. Mgr.; I_anra Rundouist. Asst. Cir. MKr.: Anna Stjemstrom, Editor; Rudolph Ehitbom, Asst. Editor; Naomi llultgrtn. News Editor. The Clarion HIIK Clarion is tile official school paper of Bethel Academy. It is a twelve-page publication issued once a month by the students. Before it reached its present form it had passed through several stages. The Acorn” was the first paper published by Bethel students. It contained both a Swedish and an English Department. The next step was a joint publication by the Seminary and Academy, namely The Bethel Herald.f It soon became apparent, however, that each school ought to have its own publication. Consequently in the year 15)21 The Clarion” made its first appearance. Throughout these years the school papers have been the means whereby the friends of the students have been kept in touch with the school activities. Its columns are open to the best literary productions as well as to the accounts of important events. In addition to this it furnishes the students practical experience and valuable training in the compilation of a paper. a THE BETHANNUAL - — N a newspaper not long ago there was an article on “Why husbands leave home, and it was stated that said husbands were found in large numbers in cafes and restaurants. Perhaps it is in view of this fact that Bethel has started a Domestic Science Class. It cannot be said, however, that its main object is to prevent future husbands from leaving home and wife’s cooking, as our class boasts two creatures of the opposite sex, but to all api carances it is doing a very effective work in teaching the art of cooking. About twelve-thirty every day appetizing odors float from the Domestic Science room, and curious students linger expectantly outside in hopes of a wee morsel from out of the tinv dishes. Our object is not only to cook things well hut also to cook the right things. We arc quite versed in the knowledge of Dietetics and Nutrition. We know what to cat to get thin, what to eat to get fat, and what to eat to stay ns we arc. We know what to cat to keep from getting sick, and what to eat when we are sick. Our knowledge of the vitamins, those essential life giving elements in foods, enable us to choose foods which will give us the energy that we need. And we have found, too, that it is necessary that we eat the correct amounts of food, so we have learned to compute the number of calorics of food necessary for the best efficiency on our part. Besides studying the essential elements of foods, we have studied canning, menu planning, table manners and service. We cat to live; therefore our knowledge of foods is a means by which our lives will be made more fit for the highest service to mankind. 1926 — = o f Page 61 THE BETHANNUAL OFFICERS OF 1928 RICHARD IIOILAND RKL'REX TANQLTST GORDON CARLSON Eiec-Prcsidcil President Treasurer ELEANORK ItONDE GOLDIE PUTNAM ELLEN HKDLl'NI) EDITH LARSON Carres fond inn Secretary Assistant Recording Recording Secretary Reporter Secretary Bethel Academy Alumni Association HUE Alumni Association, which was organized in Juno 1911, now numbers over three hundred and fifty Hcthcl graduates. The purpose of the organization is to secure and maintain and to establish mutual reciprocity between the graduates; to encourage and foster a continued and increasing interest for the school among the Alumni; to create such further interest as we are able, and to pledge our support to the future upbuilding and sustenance of Hcthcl Academy. The Alumni of the Twin Cities have been very active this year. The first meeting was held on February 15 when the new officers were elected and a social time enjoyed. The Alumni Day at Hcthcl on March 13 was well attended. Edwin Omark (’21) spoke to the students at the chapel service in the morning; in the afternoon, the Ladies’ Aid with Eleanorc Hondc as chairman, very ably presented the Diamond Jubilee Fund Drive in which we all had the opportunity of taking a definite part afterwards in the dining room. The climax of the day was the Basket hall games—the girls’ scoring 3 to 0 in favor of the Alumni, and the hoys’ I t to II in favor of the Academy. The Alumni Banquet was held in the Nicollet Hotel on Friday evening. May 28, with Prof. Mann from the Mainline University as principal speaker. After fifteen years since the organization began its work, it is interesting to note the various professions and callings into which our Alumni have been called. In going over the list of graduates we find approximately ( I in the ministry, 19 missionaries (home and foreign), 39 teachers, 22 nurses, 13 doctors and dentists, besides many others now in colleges and universities, as well as others in business and other vocations. 1926 Page 6; ATHLETIC 4 « THE BETH ANNUAL COACH ANDERSON “Andy” Andy demonstrated his ability as an excellent conch and his eagerness and interest in the hoys always made them fight their hardest. PAUL WOHLFOUD ('enter and Captain Paul proved to be a good captain as well as a good player. He always out-jumped his opponents and his pivoting and basket shooting put Bethel in the fight. WALK HKD LUXDSTKN “I I’« Wallie proved to be a strong man at defense and equally strong at offense, and his goo l basket shooting did much In making the team successful. RUDOLPH EliXBOM “Jtudy” Rudy played stationary guard and his guarding broke up many of the opponents plays. On offense, he also ably assisted his team-mates in working their plays. LLOYD HANSON Lloyd played running guard and was a valuable player to the team. He always played good ball and his long shots won many a game. Ilis loss by graduation will be keenly felt. — 7 926- = Page is i THE BETHANNUAL- MAUVIN SAMI'ELSON “Sam mi ” Fo reward Wlmt he lacked in size, he made up in speed and fight. He made himself dangerous to his opponents, cither by breaking up their plays or by shooting baskets for his own team. ORVILLE JOHNSON Orville's size deterred him but he was always in the thick of the fight and was a reliable man to put in at any moment. On offense he also did much in keeping the opponents' scores down. I ,A W11K NC E IIEI, A NDE It Tall I Inlander did not play much but whenever he was under fire, lie conducted himself splendidly. Next year he is going to prove himself a valuable asset to any good basketball team, and will do his share in helping our boys win. GLEN MYKKS ‘‘Ji Itck'y l$ucky was a reliable guard, ably playing either one. He repeatedly broke up the other team’s best laid plans and be will prove :e good man on next year's squad. GORDON RUSSELL “Gundy Much of the credit for the success of the team goes to Gundy. He ably managed the team and took an active interest in the hoys, and the team is greatly indebted to him for the spirit and enthusiasm he aroused among the student body. 1926 THE BETH.4NNUAL Standing, left to r Cordon Riism-II, Orville Johnson. Lawrence 11 c’a odor. (ilcn Myers. C'oacli Anderson. Silling: l.loyd Hanson. W'alfrcd l.undsten, Paul Wohlford, Marvin Samuclson. Rudolph Klmhom. III1' good showing mode by the basket ball boys this year was clue largely $1] 'fp'd to the creditable coaching of Herman Anderson. He has had much experience in playing and coaching and this, combined with the intev-cst he showed in the boys and the co-operation they gave him, was very valuable to the team. It ended its season with fifteen wins and two defeats, both by close scores and to tint same team. It. was runner up for the Academic League Trophy, which it lost to Minnesota College, its only conqueror, by the close scores of 12-11 and 10-11 respective!v. Previous to this first game. Bethel defeated Minnehaha Academy by a 21-2 score and was doped to win the trophy, but the defeats by Minnesota College did not spoil their record as in both games they went down fighting gamely. Prospects look bright for a strong team next year as only one man. Lloyd Hanson, is lost by graduation; so with the return of the four regulars, l.undsten, Elinhom. Samuclson and Captain Wohlford, strengthened by the substitutes, Myers, Johnson and Helandcr. the championship can be expected. The men receiving letters arc l.undsten. Samuclson, Elinhom. Hanson, Johnson and Myers. 1926 07 THE BETHANNUAL Standing, left to right: Cordon Kuswll; Marvin Samuclson. Trea .: Fritchiof Johnson. Sitting: Ruth Dahlin; Klvcra Wik; Hazel Christie. Sec.; Walfrcd I.nndgtcn, Chairman. Track Meet X May 3 the annual Inter-Class Track Meet was held, (rood track ma-terial was uncovered in this meet especially by the Freshmen who easily captured the meet with a score of 53. The Seniors came next with 20 while the Sophomores followed with 14 and the Juniors trailed last with 13 points. The Freshmen and Juniors combined in the one-half mile relay against the Seniors and Sophomores and the fourth and second year men lost by a great margin. The individual scores are as follows: Peterson 1(� , Helander 2. Russell 2. Wentz 6, I.undstcn 25. Hoagfclt 7, Tupa 2. Anderson 5, Samuclson 5, Khnbom 5, Sjolund 3, Johnson 2. Wohlford 4. Bcrgstcn 10. Led by Captain Lnndstcn, highest point getter in the Interelass Meet. Bethel easily defeated their old rival. Minnehaha, by the score ( l-22. Bv this victory, Bethel regained the cup won by Minnehaha last year. Bethel also entered faster competition, the Ilnmlinc Relay. In this meet they pitted their skill against the best academics of the state but due to their inexperience and absence of men. they failed to place. 1926- Eate Of 4 =THE BETH ANNUAL - — School Diary September. 15— Registration at Bethel Academy—many new and strange but promising faces. 16— First school day. 17— Homesickness spreads among the Frcshics. 18— All feci better after get-acquainted social. October. 6—Seniors are not yet dignified—they enjoy their social. 10—Wc enjoyed the visit from our Australian cousin, Miss Holder. 11—Bethel students and faculty guests at Central Church. I t—Alpha Beta. 20— I)r. Clark, a pioneer missionary, addresses student body. � 21—Several loyal sons and daughters of “Modcr Svea” hold their first meeting of the Literary Society, Svea.” 27— A wheatless day and sleepless night—for on the morrow:— 28— Grade cards given out. November. 6— Annual Hike. The longest way around was not the sweetest way home. 7— General appearance of the student body reminded one of the morning after the night before. 2—Sophomore social. Sophs lived up to their name and found out who should first enter wedlock. 4— Mrs. Omark takes us into the higher realms by rendering violin selections at ■i chapel. 10—Armistice Day. Ex-service men of Bethel Institute in charge of chapel service. r 14—Gustavus Adolphus program. 21— Athcnacan Program. It was first resolved and then proved that a woman’s intellect surpasses that of a man. December. o—Oratorical Contest Tryout. Some great orators will come from Bethel in the near future. 9—Grade cards given out—wished we had thought of it before. 12—O. J. M. M. M. Program. 17— An unusual event—the girls entertain the boys. 18— Last day of school before Christmas. „ 19—Golden Rule, Emporium and Wool worth’s patronised by B. A. students. January. 5— Back to pencils and books at 8 A. M. v 9—Alpha Beta. 14—Wc receive a message from l)r. Babcock of Minneapolis. “A man of valor is one who does the best with the things lie has.” 28— Svea meeting. Rev. Wahlborg gives a lecture on Political, Social, and Religious conditions of Sweden.” 25— Banquet held in honor of Rev. Wallcndorf. 26— Milton Froyd and Hildur Johnson get first and second prizes respectively at the final oratorical contest. 27— Thinking caps put on for a few days—final exams. 29— Girls reseated in chapel. Wonder why? « r —THE BETIIANNUAL — School Diary—Cont’d February. 2—Grand opening of Second semester. 5—Prof. Danielson addresses the students. G—Alpha Beta. ]0—Missionary day. We are inspired by messages from Dr. and Mrs. Pierce as well as Prof. Danielson. 17—Declamatory Tryout. 20—Junior Program—even the Seniors enjoyed it. 27—Alpha Beta. Frances Anderson displayed her qualities as a debater. March. G—Sven Declamatory. Birger Swenson, Adolph Carlson, Martin Erickson took the honors. 8—An inspiring chapel message by Rev. Vernon. “If Jesus had not come into the world.” 13— Alumni day. Do you suppose they ever were as we are? 17—Grade cards given out. What we sow we must also reap. 20—Final Declamatory. Hazel Christie and Bessee I.e Master are the stars. 2(i—Faster recess begins. April. G—Easter recess ends. 10—Alpha Beta meeting. 14— Visited by Mr. and Mrs. Nicholson of Congo. 17—Sven meeting. 24—Sophomore Preliminary Debate. 29— Campus day—some worked, others enjoyed baseball game on fair grounds. 30— B. A. is in apple pie order. May. 7—Senior Program. A most talented class—you know the rest. 12—Field meet with Minnehaha Academy. G0-2I in our favor. Three cheers for our athletes! 14— Juniors pretend to he busy. 15— J. S. Banquet. A wonderful event! 22— P'inal Debate. 23— Baccalaureate sermon preached by Rev. Med berg of Chicago, at Central. 24— Alumni Banquet. What a pity that all good things come to an end. 25— Senior Picnic. Under-classmen green with envv. June. 5—Gather in chapel for the last time this school year. Not much fun. 7— All become unusually studious—except seniors. 8— P'inal examinations. 9— More exams— 10— And more exams! All is well that ends well. 11— Seniors climb the last rung of B. A. ladder. COMMENCEMENT. 1926 raze ;• FINIS Finally it is finished. This Book may not have attained to perfection; It may never be wreathed with laurels; And yet if it affords hours of enjoyment, And brings to mind happy experiences of school days— We are satisfied. Our Advertisers to whom we are grateful for helping to make possible this publication. 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I’ogc Si INETEEN TWENTY-SIX will mark a mile stone in accomplishment in hospital service by Northwest Baptists. 5 With the opening of the beautiful new Midway hospital adequate facilities long needed are now available. The new edifice is one of which Baptists may be justly proud. 5 Coupled with the service of theMounds Park Sanitarium and its specialization a complete hospital service on the highest plane is now offered by Baptists in their work of administering to the sick. 5 Increased also are the facilities of Mounds School of Nursing as is also every department of the Association. Truly Nineteen Twenty-six marks a mile stone. Northwestern Baptist Hospital Association Qcneral Offices: Indian Mounds Park Saint Paul P Ke S.- SO NGO F T H K P KSSIMI ST Same old lessons, same old hooks Same old lunelics, same old cooks Same old “crushes” with the same old “few” and Excepting the rings—not one thing new. Naturally Mrs. Swedberg: “Glen, with what do you close a personal account?” Glen: “With pen and ink. NUFF SKI) Richard: “Joe, what would you do if you were in my shoes?” Joe: “I would get them shined.” F-L-U-X-K F...............Fierce lessons I,..............Late hours U...............Unex pected quijssscs N...............Not prepared K...............Knocked out F-A-C-U-L-T-Y F...............Flunk you 1 ..............Aggravate you C...............Cultivate you U...............Use you L...............Love you T...............Tantalize you Y...............Yank you In his book. “Tell Me Another,” Lord Aberdeen has a story about a lawyer named Curran. During the proceedings of a court on circuit in the country on a summer day, while Curran was addressing the court, a donkey in an adjoining field brayed loudly. The judge, interrupting, said: “Excuse me, Mr. Curran, one at a time please.” Curran bowed acquiescence, then proceeded with his address. Later, when the judge was delivering his charge to the jury, the donkey brayed aj'ain: on which Curran arose, and said: “I’m sorry, your Honor, but there seems to be such an echo that I can scarcely make out what you arc saying.” “If the president, vice-president and all the members of the cabinet should die, who would officiate?” asked the teacher. Old Lady: “Why don’t you make your little brother come out of that water and take him home? He’ll catch cold.” Roy: “It’s all right. ’E's got a cold already, lidy!” —Passiiif Show. “What is the name of the species I have just shot?” demanded the amateur hunter of his guide. “Well, sir,” returned the guide, “I’ve just been investigating and he says his name is Smith.” —Judge. A police officer met an organ grinder on the street and said, “Have you a license to play? If not. you must accompany me.” With pleasure,” answered the street musician. “What will you sing?” Restaurant proprietor (to orchestra conductor): “I wish you’d display a little more tact in choosing the music. We've got the Worshipful Company of Umbrella Makers dining here this evening, and you’ve just played, ‘It Ain’t Gonna Rain No More.” Briggs has a little Ford, One of the speedy kind, Wherever the front wheels go The rear ones go behind. i ila cales ter College extends a cordial welcome to Bethel students. Macalcster College, located about two miles south of Bethel, offers a well articulated program of studies in Arts and Sciences, in an atmosphere avowedly Christian. More buildings, including a new dormitory for men, and additional endowment will result from the present Macalcster Forward Movement. For catalog, address: J. P. Hall, Registrar Compliments Pepin’s Barber Shop High Class Service 1201 N. Snclling Avc. Upstairs J. W. Painter Confectionery 1578 W. Como Avc. Lunches Our Specialty Candies, Ice Cream, Notions Magazines, etc. “As eomenient as your refrigerator.” Books true to the Book” For sale at the Union Gospel Mission Book Corner Religious Books, Bibles, Gospel Records, Cards, Tracts, etc. 235 East Seventh Street Saint Paul, Minnesota Lumber For All Purposes Mill Work of Every Description S. BERGLUND LUMBER CO. ST. PAUL. MINN. 1171 Snclling Avc. N. Nestor 2130 SPeerless Cleaning Ageing Co. Peerless Process Pleases ST. PAUL: 729-31 N. SNELLING AVE., Cor. Minnehaha St.—Nestor 63 JI MINNEAPOLIS: 2126 LYNDALE AVE. SO., Cor. 22nd St —Dykesvater 1S01 rose t4 A Bethel’s Infirmary Inmates Lawrence Hclnndcr Rudy ........-..... Charles Enter ..... We, Us Co........ Lorcin C........... Bethel Track Team Anna J............. Lillian G.......... Beulah W........... 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Why or Where( Emigration Agent: Married or Single?” Applicant: Married.” Agent: “Where were you married?” Applicant: “I don’t know.” Agent: “Don’t know where you were married?” Applicant: “Oh! I thought you said why.” A PROBLEM Policeman to Prof. G.: “You say you saw the accident? What was the number of the car that knocked the man down?” Prof. CL: “I’m afraid I have forgotten it. But I remember noticing that if it were multiplied by itself, the cube root of the product would be equal to the sum of the digits reversed.” The doctor listened intently as he put the stethoscope to Hogfelt's chest. Docs Anita Pectorius bother you? he inquired. “No, but Helen Skooglund does” he replied. SOME LINGUIST “They say, professor, that you are master of all European tongues. Is that so?” Yes—all excepting my wife’s.” A SURE TEST Editor to assistant editor: Rudy do you read your jokes to Wallic, your room-mate?” Rudy: “Yes, and when he doesn’t laugh I know they are good jokes.” Carlcton College j ortfjficltJ, fflinnetfota COLLEGE that ranks high na-tionaPy, has a faculty of splendid calibre, provides excellent educational equipment, cares for the health of its students, gives them wholesome social environment, and affords opportunity for balanced outside activities. Carlcton has the advantage of easy accessibility to the T win Cities and a healthful location. It is a Baptist institution. For information write to the Assistant to the President, 106 Leighton Hall, Northficld, Minnesota. C. J. H. W. ANDERSON Jewelers : : Optometrists A I'niversity Avc., at Snclling University Avc., at Prior SA1NT PAUL MINNESC TA Furnishings Hats C. Merritt Averill (Our Mi l llc Xiirm- ix Our Motto) 1592 University Avenue Xoor Sin llin;: If you want Style, Quality and Individuality in your wearing apparel, let us serve you. SHOES C. J. PETERSON Men's and W omen's Furnishings, Infants' Wear, Dry Goods, Shoes, Notions University and Snclling Avenues Tel., Nestor 1681 When you think of flowers it is Holm Olson “I have nothing but praise for the new minister.” said a member of the congregation to the usher after the morning service. So I observed while passing the collection plate.” replied the usher. —Presbyterian Adx'ance. Larkson: “I’m going up to the jail. I want to talk with the bandit who took my ear.” Parkson: “What’s the use?” Larkson: “Maybe lie’ll tell me how lie got fifty miles an hour out of her.” —Life. A class of little girls, studying drawing, was told hv the teacher to draw the one thing they wanted most. All got busy except little Myrtle, who remained deep in thought. What’s the matter, Myrtle?” asked the teacher. “Don't you know what you want most?” “Oh. ves, ma’am,” replied the child, “hut I don’t know how to draw it.” Well, what is it you want?” asked the teacher. I want to he married,” said the child. —Ladies' Home Journal. t’age M She: “Don't you find journalism rather a thankless task ?” lie: “On the contrary. Everything I have thus far written has been returned with thanks.” Teacher: Why are the muscles in the head smaller than those in the arms ?” May: “Because we don't use ’em as much. ’ Uncle Jimmy, passing down the hall, heard this audible closing to Jerry's evening prayer (Jerry is a radio fan): This is Jerry Henderson signing off. Will be on the air again tomorrow night at—not till mother makes me go to bed. Goodnight, God.” A traveler writes that bamboo, picked in its extreme youth, makes a delicious salad, and we have often speculated on what fine porch-building material some celery would have made if it had been allowed to grow a few days longer. —Kansas City Star. If society wants more housemaids and clergymen, it had better stop laughing at those it has.” —George Hirminyhani. When he was a minister in Charlestown. Mass., a lady of some social but of no other distinction, says l)r. George A. Gordon, called upon Dr. George Ellis, Unitarian minister, saying she would like to join his church, and begging him for a statement of his beliefs and that of his religious society. This the Doctor gave with great clearness and fullness of detail. He parted with this hopeful convert from Episcopacy and he never set eyes on her again till at an important social function she danced lightly up to the Doctor and said: “On thinking the matter over, I concluded to stay in my own church”; the reply to which was: That is right Madam! There’s no use changing the labels on cmply bottles.” —Christian Leader. In a card catalog in a country library were found such amusing incongruities its these: BACON—How to Fry On Inductive Reasoning. LEAD—Kindly Light Poisoning. Compliments Hassett’s Quick Lunch Service at all Hours A small place where you get good things to eat. 1214 Snclling Avenue Near Como t’uRc S7 utograpf)£i