Bethel University - Spire Yearbook (St Paul, MN)

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 - —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 —:------------------------- =

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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

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- =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.”