Bethel University - Spire Yearbook (St Paul, MN)

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- :{1929 BETHANNUAL 1929 }• - nestled on the ship’s bosom. The tars went alxmt their work without a question or murmur and in a short time every sail was unfurled. After a few days at sea in a gentle morning: breeze they chose their officers. Miss Nelson by popular acclaim was already at the wheel. The members honored were: Clarence Gilbert, captain: Ivar Anderson, first mate; Dona Miller, keeper of the log; Helen Florcn. purser. A few months had passed. In the distance loomed storm clouds that threatened to swoop down upon them and devour them like a great sea monster. Every member worked frantically to insure their safety. The storm finally broke but the crew had done its work well and the ship was saved. As they had not failed they were able to invite the crew from the ship, Class of ’28 to a great feast. This was the only record of any serious danger on this trip. By the time port was sighted the rays of the warm June sun had so saturated their lxxlies with a want for rest that the crew was glad' to cross the gangplank and take their well earned rest. Again after three months had passed the crew gathered for its final voyage. Due to their previous experience the group was now familiar with the ways of the sea. The last journey was looked forward to with happiness and confidence that can only come with years of sailing. After three years of hard work they were at last reaching a high degree of seamanship. It was easy to see that they were the oldest crew on the sea. Jt being the usual custom to elect the officers from the crew, Clarence Gilbert was chosen captain: Ivar Anderson, first mate: Dona Miller, keeper of the log; Justine Xeufeld, purser. On their last and final voyage it was necessary to pick an old and experienced pilot. After searching the records carefully it was found that Mr. J I. C. Wingblade had piloted many vessels and not once had he failed to bring them in safely to port. 1 le consented to take the wheel of the ship. When the old rose and silver banner of the ship was hoisted, the anchor hauled, the ship pulled out of harbor full steam ahead. After cruising several months the crew decided to stage a drama on the high seas. This proved to be very interesting as on the appointed night many ships had dropped anchor to watch this spectacle. As the ships were reaching port on their final voyage it had always been the unique custom for the next oldest and ablest crew to show their respect to the retiring crew. When this event was held all worries and cares were cast over board and they had a great feast. Finally the good ship under the guiding hand of the capable pilot steamed into port and dropped anchor for the last time. The crew gathered on deck arrayed in their latest uniforms. Amid the shouting and acclaim of the assembled multitude, Grand Admirable I lagstrom crossed the gangplank. Addressing the assembled crowd lie told them of the accomplishments and purposes of the faithful crew. With great solemnity and respect he bestowed on each sailor the highest and noblest honor that could be given to a person who had successfully sailed the sea of Bethel. '«W H Historians—Allan Lee, Theodore Tupa

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-•■»}{ 1929 BETHANNUAL 1929 ) ■- Class Colors: Rose and Siller Class Flower: Rose Class Motto: .Is The Life So The find Clarence Gilbert ----- President Ivar Axdersox ----- Vice-President Dona Miller ------ Secretary Jl’STlXK Xbufeld ----- Treasurer Four Years Afloat BACK in the daze’ of '25 a raft” of the greenest, freshest, and noisiest plel es that had ever ho| ed to sail gathered from the plains and cities to become sailors on the vast waters of the sea of Bethel. Many came with ho] es and fears, but they were soon put to rest by Admirable Wingbladc. who examined them, found their shortcomings, and assigned them to their various tasks. The very first day after their arrival they started their cruise. As soon as these landlubl)ers had gained their sea legs” they selected their officers. Walfrcd Lundstcn was chosen captain; Marvin Samuclson, first mate; Olga Anderson, keeper of the log: Ada Peterson, purser. While these officers were very comjietcnt. they were very inexperienced. In view of this fact it was decided to select an old sea-faring pilot to guide them over the sometimes tumultuous and rocky sea. There were a number eligible for the position. When the lot was cast it was found that Miss Effie Xelson was the least fortunate among the licensed pilots. But being a veteran seaman she immediately took her place at the helm of the good ship “Class of '29”. So on sailed the good ship in a very interesting and enlightening but somewhat uneventful voyage. However, near the end of the journey a great storm arose and a few of the careless were swept overboard into the angry sea. Part of these were picked up by the following ship. Class of ’30”. but sad to say a few were lost forever, never again to climb the mast of a worthy vessel. Shortly after this, the lx at reached port and the crew went their various ways. When it was time to haul anchor, again most of the old hands were found on deck. Also among the old ones were a numljcr of swarthy salts who came from other vessels. As it was the custom of the good ship to choose new officers for each voyage. Marvin Samuelson was selected to occupy the captain’s position with Waif red Lundsten as first mate. Myrtle Crick son and Ella Ostrom were made keejier of the log and purser respectively. As Miss Xelson had faithfully taken them thru the first stormy voyage, she was again found at the helm of the good ship. This trip found a great number immune to sea-sickness, which showed a marked degree of experience. The crew made less mistakes and went about their duties in a more disciplined manner. As a result, the ship weathered the storms much more easily and reached port in due time a very happy crew. After a brief lapse of time, the great dock was swarming with sailors going to and fro in prej»aration to sail on their respective ships. One fine September day, from the deck of the '29 a cry of Heave to” was heard. The great chain that held the anchor was heard rumbling on its roller and the anchor was soon ’ »£ • 16

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-♦3( 1929 BF.THANNUAL 1929 -Identification Chart Xante Edith Anderson .Mice Anderstrom Xellie Angstrom Ellen Antonson Helen Bishop Christine Carlson Faith Carlson 'ivian Corrcll Florence Danielson Myrtle Erickson Olida Gchhard T.ucile Glover Ethel Grindall Marian ITallstrom Florence Medlund Deborah Johnson Ruth 1. Johnson Margaret Knutson Louise I.inschicd Lillian MacMillan Dona Miller Justine Xeuicld Helen Xoren Linnea Palniquist Gladys Rich Marie Skogman Mable Stenlund Astrid Swanson Elizabeth Wiebe Ivar Anderson Richard Anderson William Backlund Harry Berg Edwin Brandt Vernon Byron Glen Campbell Arthur Gammond Fault Future Occupation 1 )aintiness Kidding hoys Boy friends Shyness Collegiate cars Hiding letters Vamping Shorn tresses Aeroplane salesman Art Critic Model for fashion shows Shaking the baby bug- zy Matron in an orphanage Selling mouse traps 'flapping mosquitoes Teacher in Burma Dieting Frivolity Too much work Vanity Gland (Glen trouble Pontiac cars Blond men Ghost stories Basket-ball Reserve His curly hair Appetite for dates 1 Icr crooked smile ‘‘Dues Please!” Talents Hearty laugh Quest for a Dear Xcvcr satisfied Conductors German Book Being good Brilliant smile Skipping classes Raising mustaches (filing roller-coasters Athletic instructor in an ant hill Teacher at Bethel Mirror inspector ) Eluding cannibals Evangelistic singer Making false teeth Charming whales Making love-knots Received Mrs.” degree Perfuming roses 1 .ight house-keeper R u n n i n g M e n s’ Beauty Parlor Suffragette orator 1 Maying Type-1 Mano” Dietitian for----? Missionary nurse Deep sea diver Looking for white horse Raising and selling worms Running a doll hospital .Aeroplane Evangelist Cranking Ford Cars Mental gymnast “Emanuel” Zoo Kee| er Perfection Coach for girls' foot- ball Avoiding girls Prof, at the U of M Love for (B) Mounted police Ethel School girl com- Making pink pills plexion Yc shall Know Them by Hidden worth Story writing Common sense Her swiftness Modern melodies Her Specs. Her queue Charming friendliness Her cheerfulness 1 Icr dependability Her ambitions Curly hair Domestic qualities Her golden voice Teasing Cool haircut 1 ler black hair I Icr dimples Brief case Slim ankles Her giggles Her dignity Speaking ability 1 ler rosy checks 1 fear tv Ha Ha Determination Her Red hair Her long hair Swedish dialect Versatility Black derby Oratorical achievements His funny l onc Seriousness French} I I is book store Our Basket-ball hero Page l