Bethel University - Spire Yearbook (St Paul, MN)

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- .1 1930 B E T H A N N U A L 1930 } - originality we might never have had those interesting productions which she extorted from persons of the greatest abilities. Edward Rieff displayed his gifts as an orator when he took part in the great annual debate. But his success as business manager places him among the most eminent business men of his day. The names of others who contributed considerably in the work have already been mentioned. 1 his same group of staff officers collaborated with the chief and assistant editor of the Beth-annual. The fact that the editor, Pearle Rold, possessed both literary and business ability accounts for her remarkable success. Viola Wik, the assistant editor, also possessed similar ability. Judging from comments made by contemporaries, she ranked high scholastically. Donald Tanquist was president of the Alpha Beta Society during the 19th century and Gust Anderson during the 20th century. Elmer Josephson and Hilding Lind distinguished themselves as debaters. Three men were mentioned for their athletic accomplishments during the Elizabethan Age. These men, Herbert Kallman, Paul Dahlcn, and Ralph Gebhard. however, did not win their laurels until the 20th century, when they defeated all competitors. Especially in the most popular game of that day, namely, basket-ball. It would be impossible to relate here the names of those students who today arc prominent figures in all walks of life. You are familiar with the persons mentioned throughout this history because their present day names have been used. Whenever you read of pioneers and leaders in every conceivable branch of learning and every high and noble profession from the early days before the 11th century, you will readily recognize the great men and women who received their training and instruction in this grand institution which is called Bethel. Class Motto: “Tonight we launch, where shall we anchor?” Class Colors: Blue and Maize. Class Flower: Jonquil. RICHARD HARDING.........................................President WALTER WATKIN .....................................Vice-President EVELYN SKOOGLUN.........................................Secretary RUSSELL JOHNSON.........................................Treasurer Thirly-one

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» { 1930 BETHANNUAL 1930 } - worthy of mention is Donald Tanquist; he performed great feats in the track meets held annually. There arc many names of which history says hut very little, yet the future will reveal the greatness of many of these. In the next chapter I shall endeavor to give an honest and a just account of all persons and activities of interest and importance. Chapter IV. The 19th and 20th Centuries. The past age was a period of expansion in knowledge, commerce, religious freedom, and human opportunities. The great men of that age were noted for their resourcefulness, their initiative, and their desire to realize the utmost out of life. Hut they were highly imaginative and their achievements were comparatively small when we think of the development and the practicability of this age. Professor H. C. Wingbladc, one who has influenced, helped, and instructed hundreds of the most scholarly persons the world has ever known, was appointed adviser. He was a master in English. His pupils, especially those of the present day. speak of the invaluable information, the learned interpretation, and the store of general knowledge that they received from him. His generosity, an outstanding trait in his character, was manifested when on one memorable evening the group of students were invited to bis home where they were royally entertained. Richard Harding, today a well known railroad magnate, was president. The efficient management of all affairs, which was duly and conscientiously carried out by his staff, was due to intelligent and sound leadership. It was said that he had the interest and welfare of his fellow students at heart. On one occasion he graciously entertained them at his own home. Walter Watkin served as vice-president. He was active in religious work. Evangelistic singing is said to have been his special field. Evelyn Skooglun, an able pianist, was secretary. Russell Johnson, an upright and jus: man was treasurer. Ruth VVeiscr, a great writer of the past age. but now considered a genius in the literary world, was reporter. Her present important position in literary circles is based on her originality and fearlessness of thought, and the unfailing sprightliness of her conversation. Gust Anderson, a serious, thoughful. and goodly man, was active in religious work. Astrid Johanson retained her high position in her own field during this era. Lillian Peterson and Amy Anlund have always served faithfully in the interest of the many activities connected with this great institution. While relating the facts concerning those who have been leaders and officers, I shall mention those who were responsible for the publication of the school’s monthly paper the Clarion—and the Hcthannual. The editor of the Clarion retired, because of ill-health, so Frances Lodicn, who rose rapidly in journalistic work, was then appointed editor. Marjorie Hampton was assistant editor. Without her suggestive Thirl y

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Inside Information on Us Seniors Xante If hat They Say If hat Makes Them Smile If hat Makes Them Sore If hat I hey Like To Do Lydia Johnson .......... Ya! I'll sav ........................Brother Leonard........Having her naps disturbed Write Stories. Ralph Gcbhard...........“Sprechen Sie Deutsch ................ Toody ............... Postponed Basketball games Sing a song of sixpence. Lcttv Jorgenson ........“Oh! Ya ..............................Her brother’s girl.....Shorthand ............Have a good time. Do you mind if I look at Mary Lou Kleinsasser my notes? ............................... To milk S. I). Cows”.Inverted Word Order .Argue in German Class. Nathan Esselstrom....... Hello Nothing ........................To take a vow.........Swedish ..............Keep still. Esther Kramer. “a ................................... Mistakes in German ...Her Brief Case........Go to Northwestern. Earnest Danielson ......“Read your English? .Amy Anlund Leaving Glee Club early .Go to work. Margaret Lindblom....... Yes! I should sav”...................Another Smile..........Missing a quiz Nursing. Paul Dahlen............. Just try and find out .............. Pillsburv's Best”.....(I wonder).............Sec how far he can run. (We would also like to Aleda Nelson............ Oh! Gee ....................... know) ....................Geometry at the board .Step out. Warren Ashur............ Well, Ya sec it’s this way ... Absolutely Nothing ..........Sermons ...............Try to sell his Packard. Dorothy Nelson Well, I don't care .................. Him .................Poor Marcels...............Stay home from school. Gust Anderson........... Go to bed, fellows .................Hulda .................Having his room stacked .Stand behind the pulpit. Grace Norsirom.......... Really? ............................Ricker.................Anything below A ...Argue with Riett. Ebba Anderson........... Nothing? ........................... Talk a little louder, please To be offered a ride Blush when she’s called on. Christopher Wcstlund .. Where's my iniquities? ...............Photographs ...........Academy Girls.........Play marbles. Margaret Anderson....... Oh, Lcttie! ......................... 100 in English.......To crack the ice ......Walk home from? Amy Anlund Oh! I just borrowed him Ich lie be Dich........Being teased ..........Light housekeeping. Walter Watkin........... l ack ska du ha .....................Committee Meetings.....Peanut Butter. Talk. Doris Benson............ Tee Hee .............................Aleck Olson ...........Street car rides ..... Take Cod-liver Oil Being sent out of English l.arl I nderwood .......“Well, what do you know?” ..Water-guns ................... IV Lean on the fountain. May Bernslon ........... Now, I think” .......................To win an argument.....Eating Sandwiches...........Her lessons. Khoda C arlson .........(Silence is Golden)...................Chewing Gum ...........To miss the Snclling car Cut School. Donald I anquist........ May I take you to a party?”.. Tying Snyder's feet together. “Andy ................Use his Chev. for a bus. Ida Erickson ........... I hanks ...........................To get a cheek.........To get a bill ..Type letters. I can't quite sec the proof Lloyd Skanse............ of this ..........................His speedy Ford .......The Kitchen............Draw. Helen Florin “Oh, Goodness”........................ A. J. Wingbladc ......Going home at 10 A. M. .Geometry. i 1930 BE T H A N N UAL 1930 }-'