Bluffton University - Ista Yearbook (Bluffton, OH)

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'llllm N X ml' lnunuumuu if 5 E 5 2 as PHOTOS LUGIBIHL STUDIO Bluffton, Ohio momvmos THE ANTON ENGRAVING Canton, Ohio COMPANY mgsrwmu THE BLUFFTON NEWS Bluffton Ohlo if WLM Wah, ,IP 1 I uVm,1u11V M qf lllJ mwn9 'I g 1 C E E S S 49 1 ml, 1 'Ask wmv GQNN9 lmullfl 'wing' I Tin, R I' ' ' TE hl'11v1ll'r . -,,.i-K -, ,,2, . ,Q N QQLLEQE FAQERLTY QEQASSSS QGNSERVHTQRY GRQANHZATHGNS AQTEWTEES ATEELETEQ5 BERRY EHEMGR AND AEVQRTESENQ a ' , W ly' , X P Q, .mb 0umm,,.,, I Jlfqlf' mlb. Ilxpw 8 hllu l CQ it Winn I' wmv 'L ,N mu 1nlll'l' 'Rho of 'Vo mi. IHIIIIII Illll rum N, 1 ffl' HHN 'nlllll mumummgmlmmuuluuuumum ,,,,,uum N Win A ' Ill ,jf 0 S 3 0 'w,, -. 5 -, I i 5 -.- Q 0 Q f ' 6' 2 1 'X 1 'L - 5 E : E 2. - 5 5 5 6 'Q s 5 5 5 5 E E 5 a E a E 7: 2 1 a E - 2 T0 . QBai1 3 ehmzm Who as our class advisor has been unceasing in his generous efforts to advance every activity of the classg Who as a teacher has devotedly and successfully striven to es- tablish a high standard of musical instruction hereg Who as a friend has, by his hearty amicability and vigorous personality, won the love and admiration of the studentsg We, the Junior class, aifectionately dedicate the Ista of 1925. 4 Qt 5 ,950 Ss '21 N Q Q, Q,-9 '44, xN G 71,001 ll n Bmw lllluluu lllllll xvmlwl 'llum' , .fl Nlh ' muxxxill' 'um,,,, 3 nmpf' 'i gl ,Ji , ...iw ' I ' L iw llllr .f, pil nggqliiw In W I all 'lJn 1 nlln unlllllllllllllllllllllllll U. e is F ' E 5 5 lllllllmllliml I I' lnlllllll E . -, s , , . JW - , s 'mm as 505 5 5, s 0ffm,, E 1-. QE R1 E : z'--fl E, N., f , E yr , Wg E Q 0 5 sy E E S E S 5' s 5 A curious welter of impressions, a faint sense of vagu remembrances, a vain longing after dead yesterdays are the formless tracks which a passing school year leaves behind. They are too often all that remain of our college day experiences when we fain would enjoy them again in retrospect. To fill these empty tracks, to render articulate this medley of memories and to preserve our bygone joys is the purpose of this Ista. In so far as it has achieved this its mission is fulfilled. Accept it then, students .and faculty, as a memento of your life as it was lived in the year 1924-1925. Accept it, friends, as a material expression of that which is Bluffton 2 College. 2 S o .v 'W S' wh oy ,Uma l xuilass M17 I N0 uulnum, lllmlil N swmvxw llllllnu IV I 1 .hmnumygxwumixxxx II www' x llx5w.uw 't ' as S?E mylllllllu11n1mnm111uull11l11mM .BBW 1 S?E? Stanley Lehman Gerald Stahly Uv 'll Edxtor 1n Chlef Busmess Manager Rudolph Augspurger Helen Baughman M110 Troyer August Nagel Paul Stoodt ASSlSt3Ht Edltor Assoclate Ed1t01 Assocxate Edxtor Assoclate Edltor Advertxsmg Manager Fred Hxlty Asslstant Advertlslng Manager Irun Baumgartner Anna Cellar Robert Byers Chester Gottshall Dwam Mumay Edlth Stemer Ivan Hostettler Wllhelmma Grothaus Peter Wrebe Davld Moser 1 '71 Engravmg Edxtor Rehglous Edltor Organlzatlons Editor Athletlc Edltor Humor Edxtor Dlary Edltor Asslstant Dlary Ed1tor Snaps Ed1tor Clrculatxon Manager r ll' 7 1 'll x llll',.,11f Ml' W ,KW ' I' 11 Vg, 1l'lq,,'lh 4' My 6 1 .996 4' F N ss S . . . ' ' Editor W A 4,4 , 1 I ' ....- ' fp 11 aw I1 ' 1 '11 11 , . 00091111111 1' ml ll' I YN xxnxullmn ' I 1 -I , . .XL lu ml ' Ill W -,l MMF 'lin llhhm',u1,1 'S QQLLEQE THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ex-Oiicio Samuel K. Mosiman, President H. A. Alderfer, Treasurer OLD MENN ON ITES C. H. Hilty, 1925 .............................. Ada, Ohio J. S. Slabaugh, 1926 .... .. . Nappanee, Ind. E. B. Betzner, 1927 .......................... Kitchener, Ont GENERAL CONFERENCE MENNONITES J. F. Lehman, 1925 ............................ Berne, Ind. Maxwell H. Kratz, 1926 . .. . .. Philadelphia, Pa. C. J. Claassen, 1927 .......................... Omaha, Nebr. CENTRAL CONFERENCE MENNONITES Valentine Strubhar, 1925 .................... Washington, Ill. Ben Esch, 1926 ........... .... W ashington, Ill. Emanuel Troyer, 1927 .......................... Carlock, Ill. MENNONITE BRETHREN IN CHRIST T. H. Brenneman, 1925 ........................ Goshen, Ind. R. R. Schryer, 1926 ..... ......... Li ma, Ohio B. A. Sherk, 1927 ........................ Port Huron, Mich. DEFENSELESS MENNONITES W. H. Kraft, 1925 ........................ Fort Wayne, Ind. E. E. Rupp, 1926 ...... .... A rchbold, Ohio D N. Claudon, 1927 ...................... .... M eadows, Ill. ALUMNI MEMBERS W. A. Albrecht, 1925 ........................ Columbia, Mo. M. W. 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And plant a shrub where my body lies In its early bed under vaulted skies, That my lone soul from beneath the sod May spring with Howers to its home with God. X fl Rx 17 lm-719 TA I X ff f X X A HISTORY OF BLUFFTON COLLEGE For many years the need of an institution of learning was greatly felt by the mid- dle district conference of the Mennonites of North America. The background of Bluff- ton College is to be found in the school at Wadsworth, Ohio, tJanuary 2, 1868-Doc. 31, 18781 from which a number of real leaders went forth who spread the spirit of higher education among their people. Only a few years after the close of this school a new school sprang up in a larger and newer center of Mennonite settlements, near Halstead, Kansas 418823. Large immigrations from Russia and Germany were settling in Kansas and other western states. a fact which naturally resulted in centering edu- cational interests there. This new school was continued at Halstead for ten years and was a direct forerunner of Bethel College established in Newton, Kansas in 1893. No sooner did Bethel College open its doors than the people of Indiana and Ohio and Pennsylvania discovered that it was a long distance to Kansas for them to sen-I their children to school. Few went. Remarks were frequently heard that the distance was too great, even for those who had scholarships by reason of funds contributed by parents or friends. To induce students to go there teachers from Ohio and other east- Laying the Corner-stone of Main College Building ern points were placed on the facultyg but without apparent results. But where shouifl thc young people go to school? Many were studying in different schools near home. As early as 1894 the matter of establishing a College was urged before the conference and gradually from year to year the interest in thc school increased and the way to its erection became more clear. In 1894 the conference met in Bethel, Missouri. Dr. N. C. Ilirschy wrote a paper on XVass Kami die Mittlere Distrikt Konferenz fur die Schul- sache bezuglich unscrer Denomination thun . In it was put forth the claim that the confercnce should establish a school and that what ought to he done could be done. ln 1896 some investigation of the prospects of uniting the efforts of the Middle District Ks 18 71 ,f l'E?zeF1STAl ffl W! Church and the College at Elkart, Ind., was made. They soon found that such a plan X would be impossible at this time. A school committee of three was appointed in 1896 and one of seven in 1897 to de- cide on the location and to secure funds and, as soon as sufficient funds were secured, to proceed with the erection of a building. At the next conference the committee cor- sisting of: J. H. Tschantz, C. Showalter, C. D. Amstutz, J. F. Lehman, N. C. Hirschy, J. B. Baer, W. W. Miller submitted full plans as a result of their efforts. The follow- ing year the present location wr' decided on by the conference and a Board of nine trustees was elected. In 1899 a corstitution was .adopted and the trustees authorized to erect necessary buildings and make all preparations for opening the school. Their work was a marked success. Before the next conference met the new building was completed. The corner stone was laid on Tuesday, June 19, 1900. Enthusiasm for the College at this time was high. A great throng of people gathered in the grove for the occasion. A program of addresses and appropriate songs was prepared. The formal act of laying the corner stone was fittingly committed to the aged Rev. John Moser. This day marked the pro- gress in the educational work among the Mennonites. The next conference held its session in the St. Johns church near Pandora. As a part of its program came the dedication of the first building of the college, Wednesday October 31, 1900 in the presence of a great throng of people. Stirring -addresses and excellent. music marked the event. Rev. S. F. Spiungr gave the most impressive ad- dress on Bis hierer hat der Herr geholfenf' On Monday Nov. 5, 1900 the school was formally opened and work was begun on Tuesday Nov. 6, 1900 with an enrollment of twenty students. Only the academic, roi-mal, ard the commercial departments were opened the first year. The first work in the college was done in the winter of 19039 the first Bible school was opened in the fall teiun of 1904. Much of the success of the school in these early days of its existence must be ac- credited to Dr. N. C. Hirschy and his co-workers who, thru their untiring eiforts and skill, steered the ship of Bluffton thru many a dangerous placeg but always after the storm had cleared -away the small ship was again sailing on in its beaming splendor of success, ever growing, ever striving to attain something higher. For the first eight years Dr. N. C. Hirschy was president of Bluffton College, then known -as the Central Mennonite College of Bluffton, Ohio. He resigned in 1908. In his farewell speech he says, For fourteen years, ever since the first thought of a college was suggested to me, I have cherished the fondest hopes of its possibilities. Dr. S. K. Mosiman was elected president in 1909. In this year the college was put on a sound iinancial basis, which caused the institution to throb with new life. This was a remarkable yearg perhaps the college never before opened under such a pall of misgiving hanging over it. Probably it never closed a years work with ia brighter prospect for the future. In 1911 work was begun on a Department of Agriculture and in the same year the Department of Art was added. On January 27, 1914 the Central Mennonite College was transformed into a larger Bluffton College and Mennonite Seminary. The movement leading up to presert college organization had its inspira- tion in the conviction among several of the leaders in educational work of several branches of the Mennonite Church that the young people of the church demand a well equipped, fully endowed standard college. In 1912 an informal meeting was held at Chicago to consider this question. The leading men at this meeting were: Pres. J. W. Kliewer of Bethel College and Pres. N. E. Byers of Goshen College. At this meeting it was tacitly agreed that any advanced work in education in the Mennonite Church if it is to serve the largest possible number of people could be best accomplished by the cooperation of a number of branches of the Church. It was further agreed that if there was suificient interest in such a movement in several localities, a meeting should be called at some central place to consider possibilities of such an undertaking. After some investigation had been made it was found that a number in several bodies of the Mennonites expressed their willingness to attend a meeting to consider a Ns 19 l'67zeFISTAl X ,ff f N N l Building of the Gymnasium union school movement in which the various branches of the church could unite. Ac- cordingly a meeting was called to be held at Warsaw, Indiana on May 29, 1913. Friends from the Mennonite Brethren in Christ, the Defenfeless Mennonites, The Central Illinois Conference of Mennonites, The Old Mennonites and the General Menno- nites agreed to be present. Twenty-four friends of this movement attended the meeting. The most important resolution passed at this meeting was the following: Resolved that it is the sentiment of this meeting that an institution be established, representing the various branches of the Mennonite Church, giving the undergraduate and graduate work of a standard college, the theological and biblical work of a stand- ard seminary and a course in music aiming at the thorough development of the musical ability of our people and meeting the needs of our churches. From year to year the enrollment of Bluffton College grew. Not only did the number of students increase but the standards of the College were also raised and the faculty was gradually improved and increased. The endowment was steadily increas- ing. Finally the progress of the school justified the construction of more building facilities, which resulted in two new buildings in 1915 and one in 1923. The dreary December days of 1915 had no effect on the girls of Bluffton for they were patiently waiting the completion of the new dormitory. Finally the eventful moving day came. The Hall was no longer a pleasant dream -and the girls insisted that the old adage should read, Realization is better than anticipation. The Science Hall which is so highly honored by all Blufftonites for the abundance of scientific knowledge, which one can secure in it, was completed in 1915. In 1923 Lincoln Hall, the men's Dormitory was completed, and now nearly a hundred men call it their home. This spring the twenty-fifth anniversary of the founding of Bluffton College is to be celebrated. This year marks one epoch in our history during which the marvelous materialization of ia vision occured. We have men of vision now. Will you support them? as 20 N Rx if! 1 I I X M JUN X ,Fmwzs X W N ff f Till V x jf l it XXX A X x! X2 l , T 'Y 'H DL.: if A - PRESIDENT MOSIMAN Men of vision, men of purpose, men who sacrifice. men who strive, unselfish men- l the true heroes of history, the present movers of a progressive world. President Mosiman is a worthy example ol' such as these. Bluflton College stands as an inspiring' witness of his-and other's-- zealous devotion to a cause and assiduous pursuance of an altruistic course to its realization. The Forces for good which spring' and have sprung from Bluffton College cannot, of course, he estimated, or can the un- told results of President Mosin1an's noble work be fully knowng but that small part which can be seen gives a living' testimony of the broad place he is filling in life. On this twenty-fifth anniversary we cannot too deeply appreciate and adequately realize the tremendous accomplishment which is his. s f x - fi 22 ,f lferwsrn I X ELIZABETH BOEHR, B. S., Assistant Professor of Home Economics. B. S., University of Nebraska, 1917, Ornicron Nu, 1917, Graduate Student, University of Chicago, Instructor in Home Economics, West Point, fNeb.J High School, 1917-18, Instruct- or in Home Economics, Bluifton College, 1918- 22, Assistant Professor of Home Economics, Bluffton College, 1922-. 75 25f-lgfl Mx f NOAH E. BYERS A M Professor of Philosophy B. S., Northwestern Unix 1 1tV 1898 Prrncr pal of Elkhart Inst1tute 1898 1903 Graduate Student of Philosophy and Education The University of Chrca o Austin Scholar Har vard Unrxersrty 1902 03 A M Harvard University 1900 Graduate Student Unrversi ty of Pennsylx ania Summer of 1924 Presl dent and Professor of Philosophy and Educa tion, Goshen College 1903 13 Professor of Psychology A E F Unix ersrtv Beaune France 1919 Act1ng Professor of Psvcholo gy, Tempe State Normal of Arizona 1927 23, Dean and Professor of Philosophy Bluff ton College 1913 EDMUND JOHN HIRSCHLER S M Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy A. B., University of Kansas 1901 Phi Beta Kappa, 1901 Sigma X1 1901 Instructor in ,German Rose Polynechnrc Institute 1901 03 S. M., The University of Chicago 1916 Pro fessor of Mathematics and Astronomy Bluff ton College 1903 - ---- of---WM i T1 'W X .ff ,.,- 'Q Q13 1 XX 9 1 I X, f X C. HENRY SMITH. Ph. D., Professor of History. A. B., L'l'!lY91'Sltj' of Illinois, 1902: A. M., The University of Chicago. 1903: Phi Beta Kappa, 1903: Instructor, Goshen College, 1903-053 Ph. D., The University of Chicago, 19073 In- structor, Illinois State Normal, Summer 1907, Professor ot' History anml Social Sciences, Goshen College, 1908-13: Dean of Goshen Col- lege, 1908-133 Acting Professor of History, Bethel College. 19122-23: Professor of Historv. Bluffton College, 1913-. D Ffyjv . GPSTAV ADOLF LEHMAN. A. B., Professor of Music. A. B., Iiurlhum College, 19112: Instructor in Hermgln, Bluffton Collf,-HQ. 15712-1-12 Ins1l'LlC1U1' in Singing unfl Theory. Bluffton College, 1911- 162 Student York: Assistant Professor of Music, Bluffton College, 1916-20: Dean of Conservatory of Music. 1914-3 Professor of Music, Blufftoi College, 1920 with Sergei Klihunsky. New HERBERT WELLER BERKY, A. B., Professor of Chemistry. Grfuluate, Perkiomen Seminary, 19093 A. B Princeton University, 1913, Graduate Stu- elent, The University of Chicagog Instructor' in Physical Sciences, Bluffton College, 1913- 16, Assistant Professor of Physical Science-1, Bluffton College, 1916-21, Professor of Chem' istry, Bluffton College, 1921-. Rx 24 x Mx lfzmalsml N X l ff X f - .i P- NAOMI BRENNEMAN, A. M., Professor of En glish. A. B., Oberlin College, 19153 A. M., Universi- ty of Chicago, 1921, Instructor' in English Olivet University, 1917-22g Assistant Profes- sor of English, Bluffton College, 1922-255 Pro- fessor of English, Bluffton College, 1925-. 25 C. A. FERDIXIAND RUGE Ph D Professor of German and Spanish 3 Graduate Gxnrnasrunr Muehlhau en Sfrxonx 18969 Ph D Unrx ersrtv of Hslle Wittenberg Gerrnanx 1900 Profe or of Fernran anl Spanish Bluffton College 1922 DIETRICH NEUFIEID Ph D I-'rote-ssor ot Modern Ianguxges Graduate Gvmna rum Ba el SXXltZ91l2il'lfl 1911, Ph D Unrxer its of Jena 1992 Pro fessor of History and French Linder zrehung sheinr fSclrulgemerndeJ Odernald near Hep penheinr 1911 18 Professor of German Lrte ature and Hrstorx of Western Europe Semi nary, Chortrtza Southern Russia 1919 20 Instructor rn German Russian and French Huddinge Sxxeden 1921 Instructor rn Ger man, Summer School for teachers Altonfr Canada 1923 Professor of Modern Lan guages Bluffton College 1923 jf X lmefismj x XI f N HARVEY E. BEIDLER, A. B., Instructor in Phy- sics and Geology. A. B., Bluffton College, 1920, Electrician, Bluifton Electric Light Plant, 1920-22, Super- intendent of Bluffton Electric Light Plant, 1922-235 Graduate Student, The Ohio State University, Instructor in Physics and Geolo- gy, Bluffton College, 1923-. 0 S 4 D NFDELLA Moox, A. B., Assistant Professor of 1 Q Biology. ..,.'. A. B., Miami University, 1921g Student, Lake V ,., A Laboratory, Put-in-Bay, Ohio! Assistant Prin- - i'11': ' cipal and Teacher of Science, Independence ' High School, Independence, Kentucky, 1918- il 19, Teacher of Science, Brookville High i 54.3,-A ' School, Brookville, Ohio, 1919-205 Graduate of Student, The Ohio State University, 1923-24, ' Instructor in Biology, Bluffton College, 1921- ff L 253 Assistant Professor of Botany, Bluffton College 1925-. 'fi 2' I Jag? III 'iii JT, x Q . I-N' H. 4 H 1 'Sw .. ., ABRAM H. WIEBE, A. M., Instructor in Biology. A. B., Bluffton College, 19229 Graduate Stu- dent, The Ohio State University, 1922-23: A. M., The Ohio State University, 19243 Instruct- or in Biology, Bluffton College, 1923--. Rx fa' 26 jf! Im sm xx ffl I X' f X WILBUR I-IOWE, A. M., Assistant Professor sf Engliih and Coach of Debating. Student, A. E. F. University, Beaune, France, 1919, A. B., Bluffton College, 1920, A. M., The Ohio State University, 1924, Teacher, Trenton, O., High School, 1919-20, Principal, Wayne Township High School, 1920-22, In- structor in English, Bluffton College, 1922-255 Assistant Professor of English, Bluffton Col- lege, 1925-. AGNES AMSTUTZ, A. B., Instructor in Latin. A. B., Bluffton College, 19223 Teacher in Pub- lic School, Bluffton, 1913-185 Assistant in Latin, Bluffton College, 1921-225 Graduate Student, University of Michigan, Instructor in Latin, Bluffton College, 1922-. .. I BOYD D. SMUCKER, M. O., Assistant Professor ' of Oratory. . 954.15 Graduate of School of Oratory, Goshen Col- lege, 1905, Graduate of Kings School of Ora- tory, 1906, Special Instructor at Waynesburg College, 1907-12, M. O., Kings School of Ora- tory, 19085 Director of School of Oratory, Goshen College, 1907-13, Instructor in Ora- tory, Bluffton College, 1915-255 Assistant Professor of Oratory, Bluffton College, 1925 Mx 27 ff f x Rx 1 I lm-75 TA I X PEARL BUGART NIAXX. Assistant Professor nt' REV. J. NORMAN KING. A. B., B. D., Acting Professor of Economics and Sociology. A. B., Alma College. 19053 B. D., Princeton Theological Seminary, 19093 P a s t o r o 5 Churches, 1909-19183 Instructor A. E. F. Uni- versity, Beaune, France, 19193 Acting Profes- sor of Economics and Sociology, Bluifton Col- lege, 1921-. StL14lE'llt,HlLlf'litOll College School of Music, 1905-06: Findlay College, 1907-083 Cincinnati Conserxatnry of Music, 1908-091 Student with Fredrick Maxton, Philadelphia, Summer 191433 Student, Cornell L'niversity, Summer 1920: Instructor in Pianoforte, Bluffton College, 1911-183 Assistent Professor of Pianofortc. Bluffton College, 1918-. JACOB S. Nfl-ll l ll X NI Assistant Professor ol' Education A. B.. in Educ itim, Unix ei ity of' Minnesota, 19193 A. M., L'niversity of Minnesota, 1924, Conservatory, Minneapolis, 1914, Principal, M. E. I. Gretna, Manitoba, 1915-173 Instruct- or, M. C. I. Gretna, 1917-183 Superintendent. High School, Clara City, Minnesota, 1919-233 Superintendent Consolidated Schools, May- nard, Minnesota, 1923-243 Assistant Professor of Education, Bluffton College, 1924-. 28 if! SIDNEY HAUENSTEIN, Ph. C., Assistant Pro- fessor of String and Wind Instruments. Ph. C., University of Michigan, 1907, Conduc- tor, Bluffton College Orchestra, 1911-g In- structor in String Instruments, Bluffton Col- lege, 1911-18, Student, Chicago Musical Col- lege, Punnner 1921, Assistant Professor of String and Wind Instrunients, Bluffton Col- lege, 1918-. DEA D- RUTH KREHBIEL, A. B., Instructor in Singing and Theory. A. B., Bluffton College, 1918, Graduate stu- dent, University of California, 1919-20, Teach- er, Ssnger, California, Union High School, 1920-225 Student Hochschule fuer Musik, Ber- lin, 1922-245 Instructor in Singing and The- w ory, Bluffton College, 1925-. J .-' OTTO HOLTKAMP, Mus. B., Professor of Organ and Theory. Mus. B., Oberlin Conservatory of Music, 1917, Instructor in Piano and Theory, Goshen Col- lege, 1917-233 Organist and Choir Director, English Lutheran Church, Goshen, Indiana, 1917-23, Professor of Organ and Theory, Bluffton College, 1923-. VX Z l Ry Qi.: 29 lfmmjsrnl XX 7 N X 2-ff l'Eic'1.S TAI X f X HEY. JACOB QCIRING, A. Nl., B. D.. Professor ol' Greek. lleulschule Vfeierliof, clent, l'lx'.1ngolisCl1f- SXYltfIl?1'l2J.'ltl, 1893-953 A. fl' Cliicizgfo. 19123 B. D., girfzil Seminary, 19123 A. of Cliiclxgfo, 1913, Nettie low in H1-l1l'f-xv, 1913-155 L'nirersity. 1913-15 :intl the Dezxcones- Home. S Berlin, 1915-173 Professor College, 1921-. .A L1 It D Germany, 1886-923 Stu- Pretligerschule, Basel, Stutlc-nt in Berlin REV. PAl'L E. WHITMER. A. M.. D. B., Profes- sor of Church History. A. B., Oberlin College, 19073 D. B., Oberlin Theological Seminary, 19083 Instructor in Goshen College, 1908-093 Professor of Bible, Goshen College, 1909-123 Professor of En- glish, Goshen College, 1912-162 Dean of Goshen College, 1913-163 A. M., The Univer- sity of Chicago, 19171 Professor of Church History, Bluffton College and Witniarsum Seminary, 1917-. B., The University McCormick Theolo- M., The University F. McCormick Fel- 1918-213 Pastor of nlem, Lichtenrzirle. of Greek, Bluffton REV. AMOS E. KREIDER, A. B., B. D., Professor of Biblical Literature and Religious Education. A. B., Goshen College, 19153 B. D., Garrett Biblical Institute, 19173 Instructor Goshen College, 1917-183 Minister Mennonite Church, Sterling, Ill., 1918-213 Dean of the Bible School, Goshen College, l92l'23Q Acting Pro- fessor of Biblical Theology, Witmarsum The- ological Seminary, 1923-243 Professor ot' Biblical Literature and Religious Eclucation, Bluffton College, 1924-. Rx 30 ANDREW C. BURCKY, A. B., Instructor in Phy- sical Education and Director of Athletics. Student, University of Illinois, 1921-22, A. B., Bluffton College, 19223 Instructor in Physical Training and Director of Athletics, Bluifton College, 1922-. MRS. NETTIE V. CARDER, Instructor in Decora- tive Art. Began the study of art in Oil and China paint- ing with Mrs. Emma G. Linaweaver of Find- lay, Ohio, in 1895 -and 1896, Student of Mrs. A. A. Frazee of Chicago, Ill. in 1899 and 1900 and Mrs. Kathryn E. Cherry of St. Louis, Mo., Private student of Paul Putzki of Wash- ington, D. C., of Mrs. Vance Phillips of New York City, of Nelle Garner Prince of New York City and Mrs. Alice Bengal of Pitts- burgh, Pa., Conducted a private studio for several years at Green Spring, W. Va., Life member of The Art Collectors Club of Phil- aclelphia, Pa. 3 HAROLD B. ADAMS, Professor of Pianoforte and Organ. Student of Morris, Amy Fay, Sherwood, God- owskyg Professor of Pianoforte and Organ, Bluffton College, 1908-. N I Miko A , Rx or ,f ai 31 jf! IWMSTAI N C' N x w N l 2 5551! lm 15 T. xi XN H X HENRY A. ,XI,llERlkER. EDXA HANLEY, 'I reahur:-r Secretary to President i n s n n l mas. l.m'ls.x musk. C. n. .msTl rz. Slulrun of Rupp Hall Superintendent of Gr0unds 2 15 UU' fn r .' , K 5 MT ' L Q-f LLL!-N,'f, . V N-an- A f4N.--+ ----MZ- - n - ' - AJ fv1w.w.vvg4fw,Ilxa2 ' A iff iwwsra! X f X rf x DE Ml?!fIFSQ1'RAE1N?5T'3IM I K l I X f iq ib' Y 1 ' ,, Emfgs f f , f Q 1 GLASSES X X, X1 M Mx '4 71 1 lfmfisrnl X XI K N 'THE CROSSROADU At the end of every road or highway We come upon a sign, That points the way to other by-roads In some straight or winding line. Looking back we see the pointers Telling us the way we've gone, Some are good roads, some are bad roads, Still they guide us, on and on. So we've traveled life's great highway Thru these four long years at school, 'Till at last we've reached the crossroad- A finished product-a finished tool. Looking back we view the pathways We've gone over day by day, Some were good roads, some were bad roads, Still we trod them all the way. But now there's a turn in the highway, It goes beyond-somewhere- To lands far off, to lands unknown, It leads away from here. We've run the race, we've finished the course, We did our best, each one. The laurels ours, we now depart To find our place within the sun. Dear College, we shall ne'e1' forget The lessons thou hast taught, For in each heart and life of ours, Some good thou hast surely wrought. We enter the world with thy ideals It is to them we cleave. The past is good, the future bright, Our very best wish to thee we leave. I -Kathryn Lawrence. X. M A 34 P H-E if , 1 7459 11211575 TA I X li 1 I SENHQRS x, f' fl 35 lfmfis TA i X ff DWIGHT S. SALZNIAN Czirlock. Illinoi-5 Mzijorf Biological Science: Eilucution. Student '1'1'il1unz1l 3: Football 33 Track. 1, 2, 3, -I, Mgr. 3, -11 Capt. 3. -1: Allele pliizing Trezis. 2: Sec. 331 lntei'fSociety I Council 3. -I: Junior Ilziv: Irtu St11'l'g Ohio Ilelziyw 3, -1: l'i'es. Illinois Club 3, I'Il.l,,X RUHRBACH Souderton, Pai. Major-fl-loine Iicouoinics. l'liiloinatlie:in 1, 2, 3, -1: lstzi Sturt' 233 Junior Play 3: Y. W. Cabinet 3, -1: l'i Ileltu Society 3: Choral Society: Maid ol' Honor 3: Choral Society 1, 2, 3, 4: Sec. 3: l'l2l5.L'l9SlN6l9 33 Home Econoniicl .-Xssiatunt -I. ROHER'l' SCHVMACHER Pandora, 0. Mzijoi'-l'l1ysicul Science. Iluclieloi- ot' Arts: Y. M. C. A. ineinberz Ailelpliiun l'Al'l, WICNGER Paindorii, Ollifr Mujoi'-MatIwmatics. l'liysicul Sciences, Amlclpliiun 1, 2, 33, 115 l'i'f'r:. 4, Illce Cluli ,lg Choral Society 11, lizxkc Ilenvvza C35 Class I'1'eS. 43 l'rcs. of Athletic i'.ss'ci,1- tion 43 Varsity B5 Football 4. Rx 7' f ,' lfwwsrn I X L '55 MARION E. JACOBS St. Louis, Mo. Major-Music and English. Pi Delta, Choral 1, 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Vesper Choir 3, 4, Oratorican. Association 3, 45 Debating 3, 45 Philo- niathean 1, 2, 3, 43 Treasurer 25 Trans- Mississippi club, Y. W. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 45 Honor Roll. HELEN LUGINBUHL Bluffton, Ohio Major--Home Economics. Student 'Tribunal 3, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Mgr. 4, Track 4. Philomathean V. P1'es. 4, Y. member. VVILLIAM J. GEIGER Pandora, Ohio Major-Physical Sciences. Aclelphian 1, 2, 3, 4, Treas. 3, Y ' cabi- net 35 Y Pres. 4, Lake Geneva 33 Ecli- tor Ista 3, Glee Club 3, 4, Pres. 43 Col- lege Quartette 3, Debating 45 Pres. House Council 45 Tennis 33 Varsity UB . LYDIA E. LIECHTY Berne, Indiana Major-English. Philomathean 1, 2, 3, 4, Treas. 25 Y. W. C. A. Cabinet 3, 4, Treas. 3, H. S. Girl Reserve Advisor 4, Student Senate 3, Ista Staff 33 Hiking Club 1, Choral So- ciety 1, 2, 3, 4, Vesper Choir 43 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4g Sec.-Treas. 43 Lake Geneva 3. Mx ,Jr f l'257zef7S TA I N F 5 i HAYDN STEINER Pandora, Ohio Major-History. Athenian, Choral Society 23 Y. M. mem- ber. EMORY DILLER Cary, Ohio Major-Social Science. Athenian lg Choral Society lg Vesper Choir 2, 3, 45 Y. M. cabinet 2, 33 Editor Hand Book 3. ELM A I-IOSTETTLER Orrville, 0. Major-Ancient Languages. Goshen College 1, 25 Aletheang Hiking Club 33 Pi Delta Society. WALTER J. EIGSTI Manson, Iowa Major-Education. Goshen College 1, 25 Basketball 3, 43 Track 33 Class play 35 Varsity B. 3, 4. RX 38 M' 2-f f IWMSTAI X f . 'X Rx ng y fffr fin, - THELMA E. MILLER Republic, Pellna. Major-English. Temple University 15 Philomatheang Pennsylvania Clubg Hiking Club 5 Junior Play 35 May Queen Attendant 35 Y. W. member. WALTER C. JONES Benton Ridge, Ohio Major-Education and History. Baseball 2, 3, 45 Varsity B 35 Sec. of Y. M. C. A. 45 Pi Delta 35 Honor stu- dent 1, 2, 3. MARY H. PRICE Lima, Ohio Major-History. Summer School 1922, '23, '245 Glee Club 15 Choral Society 1, 2, 45 Alethean 2, 45 Critic 45 Hiking Club 15 Y. W. member. VVARREN S. ROSENBERGER Philadelphia, Penna. Major-History. Adelphian, Sec'y. 2, Pres. 35 Press Club 2, 35 Associate Editor Ista 35 Junior Play 35 Bluifton Day Chairman 35 Ten- nis Mgr. 35 Editor-in-Chief Witmarsum 45 Penna. Clubg Pres. 2, 35 Y. M. Ca.bi- 'net 45 Republican Club Chairman 45 Basketball 45 Tennis 4. Ima 75ml X -IGYES E. FRANZ Berne, Indiana Major-Music. Y. W. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 45 Cabinet 45 Stu- dent Tribunal 35 Philomathean 1, 2, 3, 45 Hiking Club 1. RALPH MILLER Shipshewana, Ind. Major-History and Social Science. Goshen College 15 Athenian5 V. Pres. 35 Intercollegiate Debating 2, 35 Glee Club 2, 3, 45 V. Pres. Hoosier club 25 Sec'y.- Treas. 35 Sec. Inter-Society Council 35 Member of Student Tribunal 35 Sec. Oratorical Ass'n. 35 Pres. 45 Ista Staff 35 Junior Play 35 Press Club 2, 35 Man- aging Editor 45 Y. M. C. A. Cabinet 4: Ass't. Librarian 3, 45 Departmental I-lonorsg Pi Kappa Delta. EVA. GEIGER Bluffton, Ohio Major-English. Alethean Pres. 35 Inter-Soc. Council Sec. 45 Oratorical Asso. Glee Club 1, 35 Vesper Choir 2, 35 Choral Societyg V. W. C. A. Pres. 45 Lake Geneva 33 Indianapolis 35 Student Volunteer 1-45 Press Club 45 Ista Staff 35 Student Sen- ate 35 Pi Delta Society. IFRRY SAUDER Grabill, Ind. Major-Philosophy, Bible. Athenian 1, 45 Choral Society 1, 45 Wit- mai-sum Theological Seminary 1, 2, 35 Summer School 25 Indianapolisg Stu- dent Volunteer Convention 3g Washing- ton D. C. Foreign Missions Convention 45 Y. M. C. A. Cabinet 5. x Rx jf ,I IWMISTAI X NN f MILDRED AGNER Ottawa, Ohio Major-Music. Philolnathean Literary 1, 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 43 Vesper Choir 1, 2, 3, 4, Choral Society 1, 2, 3, 4, Executive Committee of Choral Society 35 Y. W. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Y. W. C. A. Music Com. 39 Chorister of Philomathean Lit. 4. OLIVER W. GRATZ Blulfton, Ohio Major-Biological Science, Education. Summer School 3, 45 Y. M. C. A. 1, 2, 45 Choral 1, 2, Science Club 1, 29 Aclelphianp Ass't. Tennis Mgr. 33 Lake Geneva 4. ' BERNICE M. ALTHAUS Bluffton, Ohio Major-English. Philomathean 35 Sec. 4g Glee Club lg Choral Society 1, 2, Y. W. member. ROY HILTY Pandora, Ohio Major-Music. Aclelphian Lit. 3, 49 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Vesper Choir 43 Orchestra 3, 4, Stu- dent Senate 2g Y. M. C. A. Cabinet 2, 33 Tennis Mgr. 4. X 1 ! Im-75 ml X L . ll 1. 1 . 1. - ,. L, -.. NONA MILLER Shipshewana, Ind. Major-English. Philomatliean V. Pres. 3, Pres. 43 Gosh- en College 15 Hiking Club 3, Mgr. 4. EARL E. SMITH Findlay Ohio Major-Music, French. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 43 Choral Society 43 Band 1, 2, 3, 45 Glee Club. BLANCHE STUTZMAN Carlock, Ill. Major-English. Philoniatheang Hiking Club 15 Pi Delta Society. ELMER J. YODER Columbiana, Ohio Major-Mathematics. Goshen College 1919-21, Instructor Mennonite Collegiate Institute, Gretna, Man. 1921-23, Pi Delta Society, Varsity B5 Pres. Student Senate 43 Y. M. C. A. Cabinet 43 Athenian 3, 4, Pres. 4, In- tercollegiate Debate 4. Rx fl 42 ff I-mfisral BERTHA HABERKAMP New Knoxville, Ohio Major-Home Economics. Baldwin-Wallace lg Y. W. C. A. 2, 3, 4, Alethean 3, 4, Pres. 4, Glee Club 2, 3, 45 Choral Soc. 2, 3, 4. LEO C. BURCKY Tiskilwa, Ill. Major-Physical and Biological Science. Adeiphian 1, 2, 3, 4, Sec. 4, Choral So- ciety 1, 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 43 Varsity B 2, 3, 4, Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Football 1. KATHRYN C. LAWRENCE Benton Ridge, Ohio Major-History. Philomathean 1, 2, 3, 4, Treas. 3, Pres. 4, Treas. Ropp Hall 25 Oratorical As- sociation 3, 4, Treas. 4, Choral Society 2, 3, 4, Press Club 2, 3, 45 Associate Editor Ista 3, Honor Court Chairman 4, Debating 3, 4, Captain 4, Pi Delta, Treas. 4, Hiking Club 4, State Oratori- cal Contest 4, Departmental Honors, Lake Geneva 3. EARL L. GINGRICH Trenton, Ohio Major-Social Science, History, Adel- phiang Circulating Mgr. Witmarsum 2, 3, Engraving Editor Ista 3, Honor Stu- dent 3, Bus. Mgr. Witmarsum 4, Aclelphian Pres. 4. Rx 43 ff f N l'6Ec 1 sml X 'Ii 0-fi Xb Rl l'H ,-XLLGYER VVest Liberty, Ohio Mujoi'-English. l'hiliinz1tliean: Goshen College 13 Y. W. Cabinet 4: Tribunal Sec. 4: Glee Club '31 Pier. -l: Class Sec.-Treas. 4: Hiking Club 3. ALLAN BA!'MGAR'l'NER Blulflon, Ohio lilujoi'-Social Science. Foutliull 1, 2: Basketball 15 Tennis 1: i. M. C. A. Cabinet Treasq Junior Play Cust: HiLLXX'kitl12lU play castg May Queen Guurml: Eilitoi' of Students Han'l llnnlinl Atlienizm: Ailvertising lx'Iill1ZiQ,'Pl' ul' the 1512-1 Ista. CLEUNA Nl. Al'GSBl'RGER Hopedzlle, Ill. Major- Home Economics. Hiking' Club 15 Sec.-Treas. Illinois Clulm 2: Sec.-'l'1'eus. Class 35 Y. W. Cab- ' inet 2, Ii, 43 Pliiluinatliean, Sec. 3: Inter- Snciety Council 43 May Queen Attend- :inl Zi, 4: Lake Geneva 3. JOHN li. liAl'l'IR. liarln, Pu. - Mujm'-llinlogical Sciencesg Ailelpliiung Chemistry Assistant. Rx 44 1 XA. I l'2vZff75 TA l xx: PJ s 1, 3, 4, Class Sec.-Treas., 2, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Captain 3. 4, Class Play 3: , Lake Geneva Conference 3, Y. VV. C. A. Cabinet 3, 4, Illinois Club Pres. 4, Stu- . dent Senate 4, Ropp Hall House Pres. 4, May Queen 4. - .- l b . . p , MELVIX L. KIRCHHOFER Dalton, O. Major-Biological Science, Education. Member Y. M. C. A., Adelphian 1, 2, 3. ll EDNA BURKHALTER Berne, Ind. V C 4 Major-Music. Y. VV. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 4,Alethian 1, 3, 4: , . Pianist 3, V. Pres. 4, Choral Society, 1, 2, 3, 4, Ex. Com. 3, Glee Club 1, 2, 4, Accompanist 3, 4, Vesper Choir 1, V 3, 4. , 'I . 1 J. EDWARD LEHMAN Monroe, Ind. Major-Philosophy. Athenian 1, 2, 4, Choral Society 1: Honor Roll 2, Adv. Mgr. Witmarsum 2: Summer School 1924, 1925, Y. M. C. A. member 1, 2, 4. I LORENA BIRKY Bloomington, Ill. A- ' A Major-Mathematics. ' Hiking Club 1, Mgr. 2, Philomathean f XS. X45 45' If UTA! XI yr X 1 l l H A U0 sn , , . rue A-,W .,,,,,-,, ,-- -. A 40714117 P-J He- YIOLETTA THOMPSON Bluffton. Ohio Major-Home Economics. Y. W. C. A. Member 1, 3, 43 May Queen Att. 43 Choral Society 33 Philomathean 3, 4, Scc'y. 4: Carnegie Tech. Summer '22, ROLIJ L. REUSSER Berne, Ind. Major-Music, Momlern Languages. Aclelphian 3, 43 Y. M. Cabinet 43 Junior Pl11y3 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 43 Bus. Mgr. 33 Vesper Choir 2, 3, 43 Asst. Editor Ista: Pres. Choral Society 43 Tennis 3. Rl'TH WILLIAMSON Rawson, Ohio Major-Home Economics. Aletheun 1, 2, 3, 43 Pros. 43 Sec. 23 Stu- rlent Senate 13 Hiking Club 13 Choral Society 1, 23 Press Club 3, 43 Ista Staff 33 May Queen Attendant 4. N CLYMER Mt. Cory, Ohio Major-Biological Science. Choral Society 1, 3, 4g College Orches- tra 13 Football 1, 3, Capt. 43 Baseball 1, 2, Capt. 43 Men's Glec Club 1, 2, 43 Aclelphian 3, 43 Pres. Junior Class 33 Varsity B 1 ,2, 3, 43 Class Play 3. 1...l1..- 46 N in bff lfewisrnl xXx l , GRACE RADEBAUGH Bluffton, Ohio. Major-History and Social Science. Y. W. C. A.g Philo, Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4, Track, Oratory 4. WILLIAM J. HILTY. Butler, Ohio Major-Philosophy and Education. Intercollegiate Debating 3, 4, Pres. Adelphians 3, 43 State fPeaceJ Oratori- cal contest 4, Y. M. C. A. member 43 Oratorical Association 3, 4. FERNE YODER Middlebury, Ind. Majol'-Mathematics. Goshen College 1, 23 Hiking Club 35 Alethean 3, 4, Sec. 3s Student Tribun- al 43 Hoosier Club Sec.-Treas. 4. HOWARD H. MICHAUD Berne, Ind. Major-Biological Sciences, Education. Adelphian 1, 2, 45 Advertising Mgr. Witmarsum 13 Orchestra lg Glee Club 1, 23 Mgr. 4, Cheer Leader 23 Cheer Master 43 Press Club 43 Intercollegiate Debate 49 Tennis 4, Choral Society 2, 4. iq57lC'7.S TA l X ,ff f -f X ,- 1 HIRAM THUT Lima. Ohio l Major-Biological Sciences. , Goshen College 1919-215 Student Tri- bunal 4: Athenian 3, 4, Lake Geneva 3: Varsity B , Track 3, 4. l LEONARD GRABER Noble, Iowa Major-Etlucation. Intercollegiate Debating 1, 2, 3, Capt. 33 Ailelphian 1. 2, 3,3 Y. M. C. A., 1, 2, 3: Oratorical Association 1, 2, 3, Pres 3. l 4 l HERMAN F. BRANDT Bluffton, Ohio ' Religious Education, Tabor College lg Kansas. IC. I.. HARSHBARGER Cable. Ohio Major-Emlucation. Logan Co. Normal 15 Bluffton summer school 25 Pi Delta Society, Athenian 3, 43 Pres. 43 Debating 3, 4, Glee Club 34, 43 Choral Society 3, 4g Press Club 3, 4, Football 35 Oratorical Association 3, 4: V. Pres. 45 Pres. Stumlent 'l'ribunal 45 Y. M. Cabinet 3, 43 Treas. 43 Student Assistant, History 3, English 4, Inter- collegiate Peace Orator 4, Class Orator 4. D E M Ks 48. 77 l'2?Eof'1STA I X Q fs SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Mary H. Price 1925! the anniversary year of Bluffton College,-and even more than that,-the class that entered college in 1922, graduates,-the largest class ever sent out into the world from Bluffton. We entered Bluffton College, as I have said, in 1922, a bunch of eighty-eight green freshmen. Of course that does not make us any different from any other class, -but as time went on, we soon left our mark in various places around the college, especially around the frog-pond . Some trouble was encountered in finding a class president that would stay with us, Les Sprunger leaving the class to take up his work elsewhere. Finally Orville Litwiller was chosen. Prof. H. W. Berky was chosen as our class Dad and took upon himself the task of acclimating us to Bluffton. That spring we separated, but the following fall the Hbunchi' was reunited with a loss of about twenty-five members. Although we were sorry that they were not back, we didn't allow it to break our spirit. As Sophomores, we felt it our duty to initiate the Freslnnen, and so we found our l'-ands quite full. Later during the year we had time to enjoy some parties, various athletic contests, and other affairs. As the end of the year drew near, we felt that now we were truly a part of Bluffton College, and it was up to us to leave even a greater impression during the following years. The next year we returned as Juniors,-with the addition of several members from Goshen College. The aim of the class this year was to put out the Ista and give a class play. Both were big successes,- Pals First being the play that was given. Of course we can not forget the parties,-especially the Valentine Party and the bob- sled party to Pandora. Now comes the best part of our college career,-that of being Seniors. When we returned for our last year, we felt just a tinge of sadness, but still we were glad to feel that our goal was nearer than ever before. To us was given the task of being dignified,-but, sometimes we forgot. Perhaps our biggest affair was our f'Sneak Day to Columbus, Ohio, to see the State-Chicago football game. We were also entertained at a party given by Violetta Thompson. The Senior class has had a hand in all athletics,', as well as social af- fairs. furnishing men for every sport,-and so ends our college career. This is not the end of all,-for even greater tasks await us in the world. We must go out and influence others to follow in our foot-steps,-to come to Bluffton and receive from her what she has to give. Then we can say with the poet, Days may come and days may go, But Bluffton goes on foreverln' OFFICERS President ..... ............. . . Paul Wenger Vice President ..... William Geiger Secretary-Treasurer . . . . . . Ruth Allgyer X fl 'AN ..........- 49 jff' lm-Isrfxl XX' f x kl .--Z-. . Q 1 I A . ' lib . N Rx , 4 f lfewlsrnl X A X A REVIEW OF REVIEWS Returning to the campus again brings back memories of the students and activities as they used to be. The trees, the lagoon, Krehbiel bridge-they have all changed, but I see it now as it was in the spring of '25. I see the members of the Class of '25, see them as they were the day they graduated, but I see them best as I learned to know them during the years there. Their ambitions, hopes, and desires-I remember them all as if the universe had turned back that spring of '25 and each member was there just as before. I can see Plucks standing before us as president of the senior class. He was only a member of our class one year, but we realized his worth when we chose him to guide us through our last ye:1r's decisions. There were others also who were with us only one year, whom we gladly welcom- ed into our class in the fall. They were Grace, John, Wendell, Edward and Rev. Brant. Katie was the poet of our class and many were the times that we would tax her poetical ability, demanding a poem for some special occasion. Our musicians were Agnes, Mid, Edna, Rowdy, Smitty and Doc. They all had to take their turns at leading the singing in Chapel or playing the piano or organ in the absence of Dad , Mrs. Mann or Mr. Holtkamp. Now I can visualize a Saturday morning just after Chapel and down the street comes Rosy, tall and capable, carrying a big bunch of Wits over his arm. I wonder how they have gotten along without Rosy these many years. Blanche, quiet but always capable of any task, returned to our class after being gone one year. 'PH Then- there was Elma with her giggle and a call Did anyone go after the mail. Three members of our class, Leonard, Bill H. and Melvin finished their work dur- ing the preceding summer, but we can't omit them from the Class of '25 for they were with us, body and spirit, the first three years. Bill G. and his Ain't you glad? joined us in our junior year and probably all of us remember Bill best because of his hard work and worries over the Ista. Elmer, with his superior knowledge, taught many a freshmen some fundamental of algebra and geometry. When there's a will there's a way. Ella used always to have the will and she never failed to find a way. Ralph behind the librarian's desk looked as stern and sober as you could expect any senior' to look. Helen was always on deck at girl's basket ball games, holding down her forward and using a little nudge or poke in the ribs if necessary. I can see Eva perambulating toward Ropp Hall about 4:10 every Tuesday after- noon to attend Cabinet meeting, because she was president of the Y. W. Emory' left us before the first semester was over to enter the undertaker's busi- ness and we saw him very little after that. Haydn and Bob were Pandora men. Haydn's hobby seemed to be to snap people with his pocket camera and then later show them their picture. Bob's interest seemed to center around the radio. If you heard someone shout Hurrah for our side , no matter where you were, you could be quite confident that Hi was around. ' ' '-1 u-u-r' 51 71 f lwfflsral X X, Salzie was one of our real track men. To see Salzie come in, leading by several feet, made the rest of us all let out a whoop. Two whom we nearly always saw together were Ruth and Nona. They were two girls whom you could count upon to do something and do it right. The saying The tal- ent of success is in doing well what you do, can certainly be applied to them. Basketball games saw Eigsti, Leo, and Bummer in suit and with the pep and spirit of the student body back of them, they fought hard to win a victory for their Alma Mater. Before a game ,debate or track meet we would usually see Cleona with a bunch of tickets, doing her best to persuade every girl to support her team. It is often said that Still waters run deepest and I believe that characterizes Ferne better than anything else that could be said. B Rah! fPausel C. Rah! fPauseJ B. C. QPauseJ Rah! Rah! Can't you just see Howdy after chapel teaching us that yell? He'd shake his head and say No, that isn't right. Do it again. We learned it, too-eventually. If size were proportioned to ability you would never have found Earl as Managing Editor of the Witmarsum or in other responsible positions, but you could count on Earl to see a thing thru when he had once started it. Mary always had an after dinner walk, but why not? Probably some others could testify as to how enjoyable they were. Bert was one of several of our girls who had Home Economics as a major. So if we wanted to know how many calories, etc., that we should eat we could just ask Bert. Give to the world the best that you have and the best will come back to you . Wc're sure that the best has come back to Lydia for she certainly gave her best to her class. Bernice was busy, always busy, but she certainly fooled the American Literature class when she conducted the class one day in the absence of Mr. Howe. We used to see Jerry often, but many of us, I'm sure, never learned to know him. Those who do know him declare him to be of sterling quality. Then I remember Violetta and how she used to entertain at her home. Let's see, she invited the senior class to her home one evening and it was an evening of fun and frolic. And there's Lorena, I can't imagine school without herg her friendly, sympathetic, good nature won for her the respect and admiration of all. She was our May Queen. I well remember her modest embarrassment when her picture was discovered in the Cleveland Plain Dealer . We all knew Ringer to be an all around girl. Peg was a loyal enthusiast at all games or social functions. She was always there ready aml willing to help. Don and Jonsey were real baseball men. Without Jonsey as pitcher and Don as catcher the baseball nine was not complete. Oh yes, there was Harshbargcr. He was a debater of no little ability. He was capable of holding up his end of the argument in any discussion. I believe that that is all of our class. How I wish we could all be here on the campus once again! Just to get the old gang together would surely be worth while. It brings to my mind that parody: How dear to my heart are the scenes of old Bluffton When fond recollections present them to view, The campus, the building, the winding walks 'round them, And every loved spot that my student days knew. A X 52 - X if I I , x X Rx JUNHCQDRS N ,ff iff Y lf6Ecf'ISTAI X I -- s I I ' 3 i 1 A l , , - 1 I , i 4 I I 4 V ' ' ?',uVA l . i' RV HFLI-IN BAVGHM.-IN Pulaski, Iowa Our class would be very incomplete without a Secretary-Treasurer and such is the position which Helen fills. Not only is she interested in class activities, but also in Glee Club, Y, IV. work and especially in Lit. One seldom sees her about the campus without music of some description, for she is majoring in that art. Never a day passes without a letter appearing in the Ropp Hall mail basket for this young lady. IN BAl'MGAR'I'NER Aberdeen, Idaho Just notice all the pretty pictures in this book. Now-try to imagine what our lsta would have been like without them. All the credit is due to the un- tiring efforts of this young westerner. We all hope that his steel pony won't wr-ar out before he has finished riding it thru college. There is no indecision in anything Irvin attempts to do, and success is his goal in all he undertakes. RV IJUEIL EIINA DILLE Bluffton, Ohio This quiet lass is more often seen than In-ard because of her reserved nature. She is gentle, even-tempered, good na- tured, seemingly free from the blue spells from which some other students suffer. She seems very receptive of friendliness, but never aggressive in dc- mzinding it. Her major is in Home Economics. CHESTER GOTTSHALL Boyertown, Pa. Jeff is the name by which his friends know him best. Hailing as he does from Pennsylvania, he is an ardent ad- vocate of the project of establishing Pennsylvania Dutch as a national language. Not only does he excel in football, basketball, baseball and track but this year saw his entry in the finer arts, that of play-acting in which his re- markable delivery and character por- trayal proved him to be a veritable Ed- win Booth. He represents us on the Glee Club and is a member of the Y Cabinet all of which show him to be a master of not one but many things. Mx F4 f limfisrnl X EDITH STEINER Pandora, Ohio A pleasant smile, a kindly word, and be- hold Edith. This loyal Junior has en- deared herself to all by means of her pleasing personality. It is a rare thing to discover Edith in a pessimistic state of mind, which is saying much. Her major is music, and once you have heard her sing, you immediately decide that she has chosen rightly. Much suc- cess is certain to follow her in her chosen line of work. GERHARD TOEWS Mountain Lake, Minn. After a year's work in Bethel College, Toews came back to Bluffton and be- came a member of the class of 1926. His purpose is high for he is planning to enter the medical service on the for- eign mission field. His talents are var- ied This year he earned some renown as pastry cook at the Iron Lantern . Whatever he attempts, he works at with a will and a determination to do his best. NI ABEL WILLIAMS Gomer, Ohio Don't bother me, I must finish my harmony lessonl' says Mabel, who is one of those music majors. She spends. most of her time composing little melo- dies to which she attaches the most fantastic titles. M-abel's day would be utterly ruined if someone were to hide her schedule of daily routine which she so carefully follows. Her wit and hum- or affords many a happy hour to Ropp Hall inmates. DIETRICH VVARKENTIN Mountain Lake, Minn. Under the veil of reserve and pensive- ness which is very characteristic of Die- trich, one will find him to be an active, willing worker in any line of work In which his assistance may be sought. In anythng from his major, Religious Ed- ucation, to stage work fduring the Junior class playj, he is hard to beat, and even in Math, it is impossible to hopelessly entangle him. To know him is to know that a merry heart doeth good like a medicine. Ax f' Im-isral X ff JUUQUQQV Ill 5 1 , , 1 'l I P L If P Q L l el . . . DW BIIRIAM LEAMAN Chicago, Ill. Miriam is from Chicago. This is very evident, as she persists in being an ar- dent supporter of her home town . She is extremely talented musically, and a splendid student. It is rather ditficult to become acquainted with Miriam, but we'll wager the attempt is repaid. She is ambitious, positive, frank and sympathetic, we know she will lead an interesting life. IGHT MURRAY Blutfton, Ohio A combination of the theory of econom- ics learned in the pursuance of his major subject and the practical experi- ence acquired in the collection of rents, should make him a close rival of J. P. Morgan. Even though he is undoubted- ly a very busy man, Deck can still find time to study his favorite subject- Women. Anyone wishing a report on the unreliability of Illinois women ap- ply at the Western Ohio ticket office. HAY Ho pi 1- INEZ LEHMAN Pandora, 0hi0 Another member of the Junior class who hails from Pandora. Inez return- ed to school after several years of school-teaching, but has now decided to finish her college course. She is one of the five Berky-house girls, and one is always given a warm welcome when you chance to visit her. Quiet, reserved, and dignified, she has won her way into the hearts of all those who have been fortunate enough to come into contact with her. DWAIN MURRAY BlulTton, Ohio A silent man, thoughtful, grave, sin- cere, and yet a living exemplification of the old saying: A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best nf' men. We need not speak of his artis- tic genius for that is well evidenced on certain pages of this book. He is the old reliable of this year's backfield and is captain of next year's eleven. Rx f f lfzmfflsrnl X IVAN HOSTETTLER Baltic, Ohio Ivan is a very active Junior, not only in class affairs, but also in some of the college organizations, such as the Glee Club, Literary Society and Debating. As a member of the Junior Play cast, he played his Jewish role in typically Jewish fashion. And did you ever hear him giggle or tell funny stories? Meals at Ropp Hall taste so much better be- cause of these two accomplishments on his pa1't. MELVENA GERBER Pandora, Ohio But few persons are given the oppor-- tunity of becoming intimately acquaint- ed with our Pandora friend, because of her quiet disposition, but hidden under this cloak of reserve and quietness we find a true blue girl, always ready to help the other person. Her studies seem to occupy the greater part of her time. but nevertheless she is also inter- ested in extra curricular activities, lit- erary work, particularly. DXVIGHT MUSSELMAN Bluffton, Ohio You go to basketball games, don't you? Then you know Cheese , One of the mainstays of the team for three years. he is one of the most valuable men in college. Athletics, however. are only a part of his activities. It is he who guards the destiny of the High Y , as well as being active in the college or- ganization. Dwight will be missed much when he graduates next year. MAYNARD L. MANN Bluffton, Ohio A Bluffton product with very high ideals fcomrnercial aviation just at pre- sentj. Not content with the knowledge he can acquire during the day he spends most of his evenings in the vicinity of the college. Two other distinguishing traits which Maynard possesses are the ability to coax more speed out of a Ford than Henry implanted and a will- ingness to argue on any question men- tioned. X fl lgg !'A.l 57 , Ifwms m l X ff X . 4, N ESTHER BYRKHARD Goshen, Ind. Although this is Esther's first year heie. she has quite readily absorbed the Blui'r'ton Spirit , and we are proud to have her as one of our number. She has ably filled her office as Vice Presi- dent of the Y. W. C. A., and has taken an active part in all social activities, and yet has done justice to her studies. Like most young people, she finds no little pleasure in spending many of her evenings in the presence of a well- known bower , which is to be seen on the campus. URVILLE AFGSBURGER Hopedale, Ill. Broadax as he is known by everyone, has the sunny disposition which makes for friends and more friends. He is a hard l-vorker gastronomically speaking and has gained spcial renown at the table. He ably represents the Juniors in all sports, especially basketball for he has an uncanny eye for the basket. Does he have ambitions of becoming a druggist? Whether or no, suffice it to say, much of his time is spent at Sid- ncy's drug shop. FERN BIXEL Bluffton, Ohio Fern came back to her home town and Bluffton College to enter the class ol' '26 after spending several years in the Bible Institute in Los Angeles, Cali- fornia. She is a very conscientious stu- dent, always coming to class with well- prepared lessons. She is reserved but always pleasant and ready with a cheery smile for everyone. Rl'D0l.PH Al'GSPl7RGER Hamilton, 0. Rudy , as ne is familiarly called, is one of the most popular men on the campus. He is especially well known for his ability as a debater, for his ac- tivc inte-rest in Y work, for his envi- able record as a scholar, and for the ex- cellent manner in which he portrayed his diificult role in The Melting Pot . He has also had the opportunity O1 helping out many a discouraged Fresh- man in the chemistry laboratory. He Is always ready to help anyone-and this he does gladly. Mx I ff lfmfisrnl XX ' if s X L STANLEY LEHMAN Nappanee, Ind. Stan is one of the few unattached , eligible men of the campus. He is aimable, energetic, and original. Stan is always in full possession of his emo- tions, and is not easily swayed from his purpose. He has great executive abili- ty. We find him everywhere on the campus, as he is interested in every phase of college life. Not satisfied with being .an unusually good student and clever writer, he is also an all-round athlete. FLORENCE SCHUMACHER Pandora, O. Here's our stick-to-it Florence. She never gives up. She has prolonged her college career by simultaneously su- pervising the music of the grade schools. A ready smile, and a friendly word is in her line of attack to win us. She is musically inclined-a dependable singer. She is helpful, hopeful, rever- ent, and generous. When all the world has failed, we can still depend on Florence. GERALD STAHLY Danvers, Ill. DW This young man, who hails from the country where tall corn grows, lives up to the reputation of Illinois products. for his height exceeds six feet. He very ably managed the business end of the Junior play and the Ista. As a de- bator, he is fiery and effective, and was a member of the Ohio Conference var- sity squads of '24 and '25. The Adel- phian Literary Society acclaims him a valuable Lit member. Finally, he is very deeply interested in a certain Magnolia blossom . IGHT STRIKENBERGER Mt. Cory, O. Like the Assyrian of old Strikenberger descended upon us from the wilderness of Mt. Cory. After the smoke of battle cleared away things were found to be almost as they were before. The ex- ception necessitating the almost deals with the fourth letter of the alphabet. Although this is his first year among us, Strikenberger and his Ford Qkeys .attachedj occupy a very prominent place on the campus. Rx 59 7' f X Rx 1 f lm-is TA I X 4 t ELLEN BIXEL Bluffton, Ohio Have a smile for everyone you meet is Ellen's motto, and she surely lives up to it. She is an enthusiastic HY. W. worker, and has been secretary of the association here this year. As Baron- ess Reveinlal' in the class play, she played a very elegant, foreign role in an almost professional manner. What would we have done without her. You can always depend upon Ellen to do her share in anything she may be asked to lend assistance. MERLE FOLK Mt. Cory, Ohlo One's first impression of this youth is likely to be that he is a very serious- minded person, but though he has his serious moments, he is as witty and or- iprinzd a person as one would care to meet. His originality manifests itself more especially in the titles which he invents for his original melodies in ear-training . Who knows-we may have a noted future composer in our midst, for music is one of his chief in- terests. WILHELNIINA GROTHAUS New Bremen, Ohio Billie and her dimples! The insepar- able, We wouldn't know Billie without her illuminating smile. She is lively, but ouietg ambitious, reserved and lo- quacious. She is exceedingly friendly. careful. and self-reliant. Billie is a :food student, tho she'll never admit it. She's tactful, a good sort, and as tena- cious as John Bull. FRED HILTY Pandora, Ohio Fritz is not satisfied with easy cours- es. This keen Buckeye chose Math for his major. In fact we have a genuine Newton in our midst. To be confiden- tial one of his best friends is Ana Lytics . Ho also takes great delight in spending many precious hours in the laboratory experimenting with Organic compounds. His broad grin bespeaks him the jolly good fellow he is. 60 2.1 X' P5716 'ISTAI X XX X EL DORA LEHMAN Pandora, Ohio To one who has never been in a dormi- tory room or in a Berky-house room when Eudora was in the crowd, or to one who has never sat at the same table with Eudora,-she may seem unusually demure and independent, but-to be- come acquainted with her is to know that she has neither of those two char- acteristics. To hear her laugh makes one forget his blues and think, Laugh and the world laughs with you. Even tho she has been classed as a Junior only the second semester, she is a valuable asset to the class and very dependable, regardless of what she is asked to do. DAVID BIOSER Bluffton, Ohio Dave'i with the cheery smile and glad hand for everyone. Whether on the gridiron or in the classroom he is with- out doubt one of the most even temper- ed fellows in school. As a musician, David is an exception, being a faithful member of both the Glee Club and the Orchestra. The Juniors may well be nroud to have David as a member of their class. EDITH ROGERS Blulfton, Ohio 'WVant to ride down town? is Edith's cheery invitation to many a weary ped- estrian about the campus. for she and her little Ford coupe are inseparable. As Vera Revendaln in the Junior class plav. she played her role of leading ladv to perfection! Her ability to play is also exhibited on the gvni Hoor in a basketball game. Studies are bv no means slighted, for Edith's grades te'l the tale there. Her latest success is being chosen Maid of Honor for May Day. AL GUST NAGEL Berne, Indiana August is another of the Hoosier pro- ducts but that is not enoughg he must be further labeled Berne, Indiana'l to have the desired effect. He has repre- sented us on the Glee Clubs and Wit- marsum staif for several years which fact alone tells its story. For awhile he had high aspirations of raising a mustache, but we are glad that he has again returned to his studies and othei- activities about the school. We like him for his fun-loving and happy-go- lucky disposition. 'X !'A.J Tyj I-me-75 ml XX 4 re so x X s Eats FOREST BFRKHOLDER Orrville. Ohio Smiley's cheery smile and disposition make him liked by everyone. His hon- esty is common knowledge, and his ability to handle finances made him the ideal man to fill the positions as treas- urer of Lincoln Hall, Glee Club, the Choral Society and Business Manager of the Ista. He was a tireless worker in the interests of the HY and was a cabinet member. We were indeed sorry to lose him at the end of the semester. Did he decide or was someone else re- sponsible for his making: this sudden decision '? ROBERT BYERS Bluffton. Ohio Here's n man who is not worried by the co-eds, or at least doesn't appear to be. Although he visits Ropp Hall quite fre- quently, no one girl has yet been able to monopolize his attentions. Bob's in- terests are many. Y. M. C. A., Literary Society, and music occupy his time. Happy go lucky, friendly, and a willing worker, he is indeed a valuable Junior. HRS. HILIJA BENDER BIuITton, Ohio Ssh-here's a woman with a past. Only it isn't past yet. She's married and has two very young sons. In spite of the fact that her husband and her fam- ily take up much of her time, she does her college work well and thoroly. She is orderly. careful, and modest. She has goml taste, power of concentration, forethought, idealism and is a good con- vr-rsationalist. We need not say that she is ambitious. That is obvious. And she is persistent enough to succeed. Flitlfvx Wi VPIUPIYVD MAI, Bl'RliH0l.llER Bluffton, Ohio Commercialization with a capital C is ilink's sentiment. I should say one of his st-ntinif-nts. Veg never would say whether he expressed any others or not. A major in mathematics and a minor in Donn Hall could not keep Lyal busy all the time. so last fall he aided the Pur- nh- and White foot ball squad quite ma- tr-rially. lmeisra I XX l ANNA MAE CELLAR Ashland, Ohio Anna is a serious, hard-working, and faithful student. She is a loyal member of the Y. W. C. A. and the Alethean Literary society. She has also served faithfully on the Witmarsum staff and lsta stai. Her retiring nature shrinks from imposing itself on anyone, but there are depths of thought and feeling there, which few, if any, have fathom- ed. PETER WIEBE Delft, Minnesota Husky. hale. cheerful. and popular Pete. Who has not seen Pete knock 'em down on the gridiron? Who has not heard and marveled at his unioue two-toned whistle? Peter was much in evidence in the class plav, acting adroitly the role of Herr Papelmeister. And how he worked at gathering snaps and at con- trivinc' artistic arrangements of them! Om- tribute to Pete is this: we all like him-'ind I might add, all admire that fur collar of his. MARY BONSER Saylorsburg, Pa. Mary has given evidence of her inter- Q est and ability in various lines of school work by her activity in literary work, Y. W. C A. and glee club: also the manner in which she carried out her difficult part in the Junior play is de- serving of much credit. VVe were sorry to see her leave the second semester. She decided to become numbered among the Lima pedagogues. but we are very glad that she will still be able to grad- uate with the class of 1926. A 4 MILO TROYER Shipshewana, Indiana One good handshake and a hearty greeting from this Handsome Hoosier at once interests us in knowing more about him. Mike came to our midst last fall from Earlham as a Junior. Football and baseball are the two es- sential sports according to his opinion. Give this acrobat a chance on the mat and he will surely show you some really clever stunts. His convincing argu- ments as a debater were indeed credible. Above all his motto is Others for his . greatest ambition is to become a doctor. 63 x VITXI 7 . XX: EMERSOX PAGE Goshen, Ind. Doc comes from the Hoosier state and is apparently proud of it. His is a disposition which fosters a ready smile and cheerful greeting for everyone. This year witnessed his entrance in the forensic contests and he proved himself to be of no mean ability as a debator. His knowledge of history and govern- ment has proven itself to be far above the average and we all predict a suc- cessful political career for R. Emerson Page. ERYIN ZEHR Peoria, Ill. After two years of teaching experience in South Dakota Zehr decided to come back and fall in line at B. C. again, and we are glad to have him with us. Any- one who has been around him very long knows that it isn't a boresome or awk- ward matter to converse with him, be- cause Zehr-with his friendly disposi- tion and sense of humor. makes friends with everyone-even professors, as he is a good student. PAUL STOODT Beaverdam, Ohio To briefly sketch his biography we must say that he is a real business man. His knowledge of Social Sciences is a strong asset in convinving others that self insurance pays. Capital and labor are favorite topics of discussion for this thrifty young junior. His humorous jokes are good spice for those who real- ly know him. Besides a student and insurance agent he also takes great pride in coaching athletics in his native high school. HOVVARD LIECHTY Beme, Ind. In Howard we have a conscientious young man who can always be relied upon to do his very best at any task to which he is assigned. Although he has been with us only one semester this year, we have already discovered him to be an active participant in college affairs, particularly Y. M. C. A. This has been shown by the place given him on next year's cabinet. His studies are bv no means neglected as his scholar- ship record shows. Altogether he is a very valuable asset to our class and we are indeed glad that he decided to cast his lot with us. X l f fa? X Rx 'NUTS TA I X P-ff fi X JUNIOR HISTORY Regardless of the fact that the class of '26 has never been able to boast of being a record-breaker in size, there is another thing to be taken into consideration other than quantity and that is quality. As Freshmen, even tho we were typical of that classification in every respect, without us our Alma Mater could not possibly have pro- gressed as she has. The first and best thing we did during our first year was when we elected Dad Lehman as our class advisor,-our class Dad , as he has surely been that to us. We certainly made a fortunate choice. Some other things that we did during that never-to-be-forgotten first year-that are worthy of mention, are winning the inter-class basketball tournament, holding our own in the tug-o'-war, contributing Io the college four varsity men, twenty glee club members, a cheer leader, and in gen- eral really wading whole-heartedly into all the activities. By the end of that year we knew what it was about the singing of the Alma Mater that made us feel glad we were a part of it. When we eagerly came back to our campus the following fall, our number was even smaller than the preceding year, but that did not in the least make the rest of us feel that we did not have enough pep to go right on, so-on we went, with an enroll- ment of about forty, where we had had sixty-nine the first year. The Sophomore year is usually the most insignificant of the four years, but we made our presence felt by our loyal response to all activities, to drives for funds, and to Bible and discussion classes. As in our Freshman year, we again most heartily enjoyed the reception given to us by our class Dad and Mrs. Lehman. We began in the spring to make arrange- ments for the work to be done during our Junior year. The next fall, again several of our number did not come back to our campus, but there were quite a few absentees of the previous year, who came to fall in line again, so our enrollment was about forty-tive. Wie all realized our responsibilities as Juniors, and- where there's a will, there's a way , and there was a will, so we knew there would be a way. Under Dad's devoted guidance, our first success was in our class play, The Melting Pot , which has been said by many to be the best play ever given by Bluffton college students. It was a success in every way, in spite of rainy weather. Our other responsibility was to edit this book, and we leave it to you as to whether or not it is a success. But our Junior year has not all been work. We were so intent during the first part of the year on getting everything under head-way, that we forgot about social affairs, but we made up for that in the spring when we had a real picnic in the woods, and later, another splendid reception was given to us by Prof. and Mrs. Lehman. As enjoyable and profitable as our first three years have been we all look forward to our Senior year as our best. OFFICERS President ....... ........... . . Chester Gottshall Vice President ...... Forest Burkholder Secretary-Treasurer . .. .. Helen Baughman 65 5. Rx bw G'.1C'75T.'X I XX V I L 1 , gf , V1 Ummm toms , ,,, , S f i 4 , 3 '-Y' 1 . .l- .4 A' . - 2' - I x ,J - I 1, QQ.: -' :vi 5:3-' s 3 4 ..fpl,F Y tn- 'A -1 1.1 66 fl s N I 1 w 1 1 1 P f i'e?e,'TSTAl XX, '44 '5 W H il? ' wt 1 M, s I X , Q 1 W J f Wi ,, , l i U' w U l I, N. 1 gl is X i I. 2 H SQPHCDIQRES 1 ' 1 I I I X .X FXR fa b lfevwsral X P? E X SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY The Sophomore class of Bluffton College returned last fall with fifty-four mem- bers from the ninety-six of our class of the previous year. It isn't the quantity we look forward to, but the quality, and spirit we have kept throughout the year. Though we have many corners to round off, we have profited by the advice of our upper class- men. Early last fall we chose as our faculty advisor, Dr. Smith, due to the absence of our former advisor, Prof. Miller. The class works in co-operation with every organization for the support and bet- terment of the school. The class has taken an interest in spiritual, physical and social affairs. The achievements we have reached are due to our contribution to the literaries, glee clubs, athletics, gymnasium, the Y. M. and Y. W., and most of all to the recitation rooms. This shows that we are preparing for greater lives and service for the future. In the fall the Sophomores had a party. The forepart of the evening was spent in a social way in the reading room of the administration building, after which we went to the Iron Lantern for a banquet. Dr. Smith gave us an interesting toast con- cerning his trip to Europe. The .party we had this spring was informal, and held on the college farm. Everv- one enjoyed this out-of-doors party. We have now completed one-half of our college career. In co-operation with the entire student body we are all striving to excel. OFFICERS President ...... ........... . . Harold Kropf Vice President ...... ..., F ranc Yoder Secretary-Treasurer . . . . . . Naomi Stettler Faculty Advisor Dr. C. H. Smith Rx 68 ff f lffmwsrnl X f 'X Amstutz, Bernice E. Augsburger, Jesse Augspurger, Ruth Helen Bailey, Ruth Beechy, W. Lloyd Brechbill, E. Pearl Burkhard, Samuel Burkholder, Hazel Burkholder, Melva Dille1', Edison Diller, M. Leland Eichelberger, Glenn K. Fankhauser, Magdalena Franz, Flora Eva Freed, Maxine Geiger, Beulah Geiger, Lillian G. Gerber, Myron Gratz, Rosina Hauenstein, H. Kent Theodore SOPHOMORE ROLL Herbein, Minerva Ritter Salzman, Mary Mae Herr, Edgar A. Schrag, Alma N. Hershberger, Walter R. Schumacher, Herman L. Hilty, Glenn W. Hilty, Lenora Hostettler, Claude M. Howe, George E. Iutzi, Helen Kibele, Roland D. Kraft, Beulah Mae Kraft, Ruth Madeline Kropf, Harold C. Kropf, Winfield J. LaRue, Olan Lehman, Eudora E. Locher, Ruth Miner, seth 0. Murray, Dwain Carl Nelson, Dewey Rohrbach, Catherine E. A Schwartz, Letta M. 1+ ffj Sommer, Henry J. Spangler, Ora . Sprunge1', Clinton Glenn Steiner, Harold R. Steiner, L. Grace St6il1B1', Stanton Stettler, Naomi Sundheimer, Earl Thut, Isaac Tschantz, Milton Welty, Henry D. Williams, Mabel Waneta Yoder, Franc Louise Zehrbach, Edgar Zuerche1', J ephthah Rx 69 f Ifmfrs ra I CONSIDER THE SOPHOMORES There are people and people: preachers, brick-laye1's, students, burglars, senators, butchers, professors, and there are-Sophomores. These last named creatures we all knowg they constitute an indispensable nxture on any campus. iiere at Blunton, at least, they are an integral essential of our college plant. At any rate, it would be very in- convenient not to have them about. It falls only once-thank heaven-to the lot of mortal man to be a college Sopho- more. That once, the faculty will lustily assert with one accord, IS enough. Not that the Sophomoric period is such an inherently bad one, but it is a turning point and turning always is a dizzy process. It is the transitory stage when the student turns from his childish ways, when he scorns the milk and tums to the meat platter. His juvenile manner of thinking, his juvenile way of looking, and his juvenile manner of acting all then, if ever, give place to manly maturity. It is a period of great doubt and disillusionment. The cheesy composition of the moon is rather questioned, if for no other reason than that the Sophomore has noticed it is not green. Everyone has, no doubt, seen Sophomores terribly upset at Christmas time, when they, through their own shrewdness, discover the truth about the Santa Claus myth, or some who, through the insidious iniiuence of their course in ornith- ology, have come to learn the real habits of the stork. Yes, the Sophomores think for themselves. Next, their former way of looking is no more. No longer will the Sophomore girl go bare-footed and wear sun bonnets or the boy wear snap bow ties and fancy sleeve garters. They experience a great pride in their personal appearance and no time is spared in achieving distinction in this regard. One this year, for instance, has ac- quired a delicate mustache which seems to be the happy result of tender nurture and conscientious care. Two other prominent ones who might be mentioned as admirable illustrations, cherish two beautiful blonde coiffures. Oh, the wonders of peroxide! Yes, the Sophomores change their way of looking. . And last their way of acting. Similar progress is evident here. Now, they begin to tip their hats, eat peas with a fork, and to dress up on Saturday nights. The males begin to cast about for another Sophomore with whom to share their new found knowledge and achievements. They begin to sing with new sincerity the ph1'3S6 of the Alma. Mater: friendships dear, we owe to thee. The Sophomores fall or think they fall in love. Yes, their manner of acting is different. So consider the Sophomores. Mx f 70 xy M Rx ff? jfff lffmQJ1STAi X XI f X f f FRESHMEN N Rx lensfwsrnl X iff X THE FRESHMEN VYava Stuber The Freshmen, it is true, are not in the limelight of the college, but they play an important part in the supporting cast. The Freshmen arrived at the theatre last fall, but were asked to remain behind the scenes until Thanksgiving. Then they were al- lowed their big entree. Their stage frolics-in the form of Freshmen parties-were more exciting after this, and the audience must have thrilled to see such heart gripping scenes. Some of the player's hearts are still gripped. The winter scene was enlivened when a sleighing party was staged. This scene showed the good will, sociability, and cooperation of the class, not to mention the cul- inary art of the chaperons. The Freshmen and Sophomores vied for first place on the stage in the Athletic Act: Scene, Interclass Basket Ball. After a hard fight, the Freshmen lost by a veiy small margin, but were game to play a close second, and were as prominent as any of the leading players in this Act. In this same Athletic Act: Scenes Baseball and Track, the Freshmen have a good representation. In some of the Track events they can boast that some of the supporting characters step to the front and take the leading roles. The Spring Scene, with the most picturesque setting was in the form of a hike and an outdoor supper. By this time the players were acquainted and used to the foot-- lightsg consequently they gave themselves wholly to their parts and the evening was a success. Following this scene came the climax-Commencement Week, the most beautiful of all. The Freshmen girls were prominent in the May Day festivities when they so gracefully wound the May Pole. As a whole, the class manifested an eminent spirit throughout the play. Thoy will have the opportunity of playing in this college drama for three years, and we hope they will continue to develop themselves to play their parts better each year. OFFICERS President ........... ........... . .. John Augsburger Secretary-Treasurex- .. . .... Mable Geiger Class Advisor ....... A. C. Burcky H' ' 72 7 f X f IWJISTAI X Alspach, Florence Eloise Althaus, Oscar Amstutz, Kenneth Leland Amstutz, Mary Elizabeth Augsburger, John Frederick Augsburger, Ida Mae Badertscher, Milton J. Basinger, Charlotte M. Basinger, Eldon Ray Bauman, Joseph L. Benson, LaVerne E. Bixel, T. Willis Buhler, Leucile Steiner Burkhard, Anna Lois Burkholder, Harley Close, Russell E. Clymer, Roy B. Conrad, Irvin L. Conrad, Vernon F. Criblez, Lucille F. Diller, Eva Elenore Dunbar, Margaret Eash, C. Harold Frederick, Richard J. Geiger, Leslie R. FRESHMAN ROLL Geiger, Mabel Augusta Gratz, Eldora Herr, Nelson Hilty, Laoma L. Hilty, Myron D. Hilty, Walden K. Huber, Margaret Hope Janzen, Henry F. Kibele, Elbert Edison Kimmel, Margaret Klassen, Henry J. Lantz, Mary Pauline Lewis, Olan Lugibihl, Kathleen Maus, Richard Maxwell, Robert Miller, Cloy Miller, Gladys L. Murray, A-aron B. Nagai, Tamaki Niswander, Evelyn Obenour, Eva Anna Rempel, David Gerhard Rohrbach, Lillian Roth, Clarence Schick, Doit Robert Schumacher, Richard B. Sommer, Joseph B. Springer, J. Mervin Sprunger, Agnes Lenore Steiner, Eulalia Steiner, Margaret L. Steiner, Waldo S. Steininger, Cleo Leslie Stuber, Wava Marguerite Thielman, Henry Van der Smissen, Edna B Walke, Clifford LeRoy Warkentin, Jacob M. Warren, Clyde, O. Welty, Ferne Oresta Wittrig, Arvilla M. Wright, Kenneth Elmore Yoakam, Cleora Mary Yoder, Carl Howard Yoder, Mabel M. Sub-Freshmen Beery, V. Peter Kirchhofer, Delvin C. Lowenberg, Emma Cecil Rx M 73 ,f lmis TA l X 5 X This Page is Reserved fer the Fresh Editors Note-The clear ones left it blank. But j lg not too harshly, readerg it i. only their Hrst year. They will learn. x Rx ff lfzf,71oJ7ISTA Q Z' X X N MUSHC N f Rx 4 75 l'zaa1STA l X iff E X THE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Probably of all the arts, 1nusic is the least comprehended in the fact that it paints no visual pictures, it tells no story as does the poem, and yet it does more, by it we are lifted up to the more beautiful in life. Music arouses our emotions and carries us away from the prosaic and the ordinary. Music does for the emotions what mythology and poetry do tor the imagination and philosophy for the intellect, it brings us into tune with the noble ideals of life. There are vast treasures in the musical world which are yet untouched. It is the aim of music not only to teach the art of music in the nobler and higher sense but also to develop the characters, minds and tastes of those under its influences. Under the guidance of' Prof. G. A. Lehman, the influence of the Conservatory has not only been felt in the college itself, but also throughout the whore community. Through the cooperation of the entire Conservatory faculty the music department is being taken more and more seriously and is being strengthened yearly. Twice a year Dad conducts the Choral' Society in its sacred concerts. The Mes- siah is rendered every year along with another appropriate cantata or oratorio in the Spring. Students have the privilege of becoming more familiar with the great works of the masters in music through being ,active members of the Choral Society. The Voice department, under the direction of Prof. G. A. Lehman and Miss Kreh- biel has become one of the most popular departments in the conservatory. From here come our great warblers of note. Mrs. Mann is an expert on the piano and in this phase of the work what she says goes. Her personality attracts every one and all who know her love her. Prof. Adams also works in this department and we have learned to respect him for his accomplish- ments. The Organ department becoming more and more popular due to the guidance of Prof. Holtkamp. We are beginning to realize that organ playing itself is .a real art, and is one that requires as much study and preparation as any other field of musical art. Prof. Hauenstein has charge of the violin teaching, and the orchestra. As direct- or of' the orchestra he has clearly manifested his artistic ability. We feel deeply in- debted to Mr. Hauenstein for bringing before the community the real beauty in 01'- chestral works and compositions by giving us a deeper appreciation of them. Thru his untiring efforts Bluffton has come to appreciate what really is good music. We must not forget the Glee Clubs which are an important phase of our musical organization and also the Vespcr Choir. Each fits in its field and evidences a great deal of training and accomplishment. Improvements are constantly being made in this department as in the other de- partments and we predict that soon Bluffton will be as noted for her strong musical department as for her liberal arts course. Rx 76 iff lfavfasrnl XXI Tenors Roy Hilty Ralph Miller Peter Wiebe Ervin Zehr Elmer Kanagy August Nagel Harold Kropf Contraltos Nelle Lugibihl Cleora Basinger Ruth Allgyer Agnes Arnstutz Franc Yoder Anna Burkhard Agnes Sprunger VESPER CHOIR PERSONNEL Sopranos Helen Baughman Florence Schumachei Mildred Agner Minerva Herbein Marion Jacobs Edna Burkhalter Basses Edward Liechty Earl Smith ' Harold Reusser Howard Michaud John Blough Truman Bixel G. A. Lehman 1' lfm.f1.STA I X X MEN'S GLEE CLUB X f N , X The elements having showered their blessings in abundance upon this year's tour of the Glee Club, it feels that it is about to complete one of its most successful years. In spite of the fact that graduation depleted the ranks of the previous year, the pre- sent club has set an enviable record. The usual bi-weekly and six o'clock morning re- hearsals, although not always so welcome at the time, are now insignificant as we re- view the results. And most of the laurels are to the credit of the club's guiding spirit, Pror. G. A. Lehman. Although the men had before them visions of extra work upon their return, they eagerly boarded the five cars, furnished for the trip by members of the club. No little credit must be given to these machires, as their good behavior did much to keep up the morale of the club. Any of their occupants will tcstify as to their merits, especially Motor-boat Bill . The caravan was, by no means, a product of the present and repre- sented five makes of automobiles, yct it has to its record twelve hundred miles of travel with only two cases of tire trouble. The club feels especially grateful to all the good people, who gave their time and homes to entertain the men: alsw to the large audiences that greeted them everywhere, which made the presentatioiis of the concerts, both a delight and a success. It is the sincere wish of the club that this tour may have drone much to bring its college closer io all its old and new friends. The men had the opportunity to visit nearly a dozen other colleges, being enter- tained by two of them: North Manchester and Eailham. Some of these campuses are beautiful and it is hoped that the visits may have done much to create a friendly spirit between their and our institutions. Members of the club also visited a different yet no less interesting type of institutions when guides took them through the asylum at Mas- sillon, the State Penitentiary and the reformatory. No one was compelled to remain at the former. In this little summary of the club's activities must be recorded the splendid at- tempt to win the state Intercollegiate Glce Club Contest of April 22 at Columbus which netted it second place, by the close margin of one and six-tenths per cent. Out of a possible 300 points Ohio University won with 256.6 points and BlufTton was sec- ond with 255 points. The prize song was John Dowlandls Come, Come Again Sweet Love. All the other clubs represented larger institutions than our own, yet the praise for Bluffton was enthusiastic and one of the judges proclaimed it the smallest margin ever given in any contest in which he oificiated. The men are determined not to recede in their efforts until they have reached their goal, the cup. The club broadcasted from W L W Cincinnati on April 18. Reports indicate that the concert was easily heard and well received wherever it was listened to. Although there are yet several concerts to be given, it can safely be said that the club has been a real success this year. Profs. Holtkamp, Smucker, and Haucnstein pro- vided very much appreciated numbers 'on the program and their associations with the men as well as all others encountered during the season, will remain a storehouse of pleasant memories for times to come. Director Dad Lehman was a Dad to the men in every way and it can be expected that in the future, under his direction, other great things will be accomplished which will bring renown to Bluffton College. The club has thus been inspired to greater loyalty to its Alma Mater. Following is the itinerary of the tour through the middlewest from April 10-23: Fri. Apr. 10, Archbold, O.: Sat. Apr. 11, Shipshcwana, Ind.: Sun. Apr. 12, 10:00 A. M., Topeka, Ind., 2:30 P. M., Nappanee, lnd., 6:00 P. M., Elkhart, Ind., 8:00 P. M., Wakarusa, Ind.: Mon. Apr. 13, Middlebury, Ind.: Tues., Apr. 14, North Manchester, Ind.: Wed. Apr. 15, Berne, Ind.: Fri. Apr. 17-Noon-Richmond, Ind., Eve., Reily, O.: Sat. Apr. 18, 3:00 P. M. Station W l W, Cincinnati, 3:00 I'. M., Trenton, O.: Sun. Apr. 19, 10:00 A. M., Trenton, O., 2:30 P. M., Middletown, O., 7:30 P. M., Hamilton, O.: Mon. Apr. 20, Dayton, 0.3 Tue. Apr. 21, Rushsylvania, O.: Wed. Apr. 22, Columbus, State Glee Club Contest: Thu. Apr. 23, Sugar Creek, O.: Fri. Apr. 24, Massillon, O.: Sat. Apr. 25, Wooster, O., Chester Twp. H. S.: Sun. Apr. 26, 10:00 A. M., Wadsworth, O., 2:30 P. M., Orrville, O., 7:30 P. M., Dalton, O.: Mon. Apr. 27, Sycamore, O.: Tue. Apr. 28, Bluffton Home Concert. Rx T8 X ei 2-f f l'67ze!1,5'TAI XI f X X First Tenors Ervin Zehr August Nagel Elmer K-anagy Seth Miller Richard Schumacher Vernon Conrad Baritones Don Clymer Vililliam Geiger Howard Michaud Harold Reusser Earl Smith G. A. Lehman William Geiger .. Howard Michaud .. G. A. Lehman MEN'S GLEE CLUB PERSONNEL Second Tetiors Roy Hilty Ralph Miller Ivan Hostettler David Moser Myron Gerber Harold Kropf Ifasses - Emmet Harshbarger Paul Wenger Leo Burcky Clinton Sprunger Samuel Burkhard Joseph Bauman OFFICERS . . . . President Otto Holtkamp . . . . Accompaniet .. Manager Sidney Hauenstein .. ..... Violinifst . . . Director B. D. Smucker .... . . . Reader f Rx r 79 .mi ,f Ifezasral X f X GIRLS GLEE CLUB Almost everyone believes with Browning that due to the great power of music it can reach the human heart when nothing' else can. But this is not the only reason why girls are anxious for membership into this club, for with it comes the great tie of friendship which such an organization forms and strengthens through the many re- hearsals, performances and tours. No once can really appreciate what it means to be a Glee Club member unless he has enjoyed the traveling, endured the hardships, met the surprises, with the fellow members day after day in the interest of his Alma Mater. In September as the time for Glee Club tryouts came, it was found that of the large number who tried, six new members were added to the former fourteen. The club felt a great difi'iculty facing them in the loss of its former directress, Mrs. Mann, who for years most ably directed the club by which she was loved and respect- ed. It was not easy to fill the position vacated by one so experienced and successful. However, the club was compensated in having as directress, Miss Ruth Krehbiel, who had studied in Europe recently. Through the several concerts given, she proved her- self able to fill the position during this, her first year, and we look forward with great expectations as she continues her work in the future. The first program given by this Club was a Christmas program, open to all, in the College Chapel. The Chapel Hall had been very effectively decorated to help in bring- ing the Christmas message. A banister was constructed, decorated and placed before the Club, on which were placed red lighted candles, serving as footlights in the dimly lighted hall. After the birth of Jesus was announced by solos and by reading of the scripture, accompanied by soft organ music, the Club, still outside, softly sang List the Cherubic Host . The story continued while the Club, dressed in white, marched up to the stage from both sides while singing an old chant. In the concert which fol- lowed the full Christmas story was given in the readings, choruses, solos, duets and quartets. The Club made its next appearance when it sang at Ropp Hall, singing several se- lections at the Open House program. Much time was spent during the second semester in preparing an Easter program given at the Mennonite church, April 19. The outstanding numbers of this program were Wagner's Pilgrim Chorus , Gouno1l's Praise Ye the Father ', Palestrinafs Cru- cifixes , and Handel's Largo . The organ prelude and postlude by Marion Jacobs added greatly to bringing the Easter spirit in the program as well as some solos, duets :md quartets. After thcsc programs the Club will prepare for a special spring concert, which is to be a secular program. so 'M jf f lfwwsral X fl X First Sopranos Mabel Williams '26 Minerva Herbein '27 Helen Baughman '26 Mildred Agner '25 Second Sopranos Edith Steiner '26 Mary Bonser '26 Evelyn Niswander '28 Grace Radebaugh '25 Naomi Stettler '27 GIRL'S GLEE CLUB PERSONNEL First Altos Bertha Haberkamp '25 Lydia Liechty '25 Mary Elizabeth Anistutz '28 Magdalene Fankhauser '27 Agnes Sprunger '28 Second Altos Ruth Allgyer '25 Franc Yoder '27 Eva Diller '28 Anna Burkhard '28 Miriam Leaman '26 OFFICERS President . . . ............... . . . Ruth Allgyer Sec. and Treas. .. ...... Lydia Liechty Librarian ...... . . . Agnes Sprunger Pianist ...... .... E dna Burkhalter Rx 81' jf f lik '15 -I-in N N 5 A We ff I lfmfrsral X if E N THE COLLEGE ORCHESTRA The personnel of this organization was not confined to the College alone, but em- braced the more advanced players of the community as well and consisted of thirty- five members. The student body, however, was better represented than usual, especially in the string section which was fully equipped as to instrumentation. The same could be said of the woodwinds with only the bassoon lacking. With more than the usual requirements of material for the brass section it was not diificult to H11 the vacancies for these various places. As usual the drums were available, but there is a great need for the addition of a tympani which is to be supplied for the coming year together with a bassoon which has already been acquired. The orchestra for the season of 1925--26 will therefore be well equipped and enlarged to symphonic proportions. The past season was very successful, a part of the organization participating in the accompaniments for both the renditions of the Messiah and Stabat Mater. The full orchestra gave one concert in April for a local audience and one per- formance at Pandora. The programs were varied but perhaps the best work accomplished was the play- ing of Schubert's K'Unfmished Symphony . With the splendid impetus that has been given to orchestral work in the Public Schools there should and is much to be expected from this phase of instrumental music in the college and community for the coming seasons. The work has been under the direction of Mr. Sidney Hauenstein, professor of violin and head of the orchestral department. The officers for the past year were: President ...................... Sec'y.-Treas. . . Librarian .... Violins Earl Smith Samuel Burkhard Ralph Hilty Naomi Stettler Ora Spangler John Scothorn Zoa Manges Hazel Fett Earl Salzman Celia Hirschler Grace Steiner Joseph Bauman Lillian Rohrbach .Tohn Augsburger Hope Huber Peter Wiebe PERSONNEL Violas Oswin Luginbuhl Roy Hilty Marcile Fett Cellos Clayton Bixel Edna Van der Smissen Armin H. Hauenstein Basses David Moser Harley Burkholder Oboe and Clarinet Kent Hauenstein Earl Smith . . Samuel Burkhard . . . . Joseph Bauman Flute Samuel Diller Trumpets Margaret Kimmel Ralph Valentine Horn Mark Simon Tromhones Theodore Stepleton Clinton Sprunger Oscar Althaus Drums Ralph Stearns Rx 83 1 116110175 TA I X K X ---- - VY Y ,Y ini, , .A ,--,, wilsfiqwi ' I r i F m C., I '4 25' 5 fu 1-il ' ..: g X f ,411 . 1. N A a E, '1 if J xxx' R ' I f 'r , W i i B 4 ' ' rl. I 4 Y X 53 93 gg ' FM '35 5 W ' f K I ,. 14 1 I -, 1 1- ff --... . ' f- ' Q 1 T I I V r M '- T eh L H . X . , X X1 Rx fl 84 If-611 Sm! X iff az E, 7 N BD ax? Neff , f A X- 05-5 3515-. W 'i fm N :'? ' 'l-Q!'pQf+1lfm4 I Ji, P' uw! l, l N 53,1 'w ..:ngi .2-:.1!ie W F Qwbezeaxmuzzmfmcauwgs x Rx ff jfff l'l'ifC,'75T:1 l X f' S'l'l'DENT SENATE 1 Blull'ton College believes that the host training for citizenship in a tlemocracy is not to he gotten from hooks hut from active participation in democratic government organized on a small scale. It is for this reason that a system of stmlent government, of which the Stnflent Senate is the heail, has been intrmluci-il. The functions of the sf,-nate are chic-fly aclministrativr- anrl legislative. It appoints the membrers of the Honor Court, and supervises the election of the Tribunal, May Day Chairman, May Queen, anfl Maifl of Honor. It recommencls student stanclarzls of con- :luct anfl has gr-neral supervision over all activities not conwluctecl by other organiza- tions. The Sf-nate for 1924-1925 consists of the following members: Elmer Yomler '25, I'res.g Lorena Iiirky '25, Vice Pres., lflvlith Steiner '26, Sec.-'l'reus.g Stanley Lehman '26g unfl Jesse Augspurger '27, x Rx ff 86 X lm-WSTAI X pf x 54.4 STUDENT TRIBUNAL The Student Tribunal is rapidly becoming a recognized authority in student gov- ernment. To it is intrusted the enforcement of the college rules and regulations. Its policy has .always been one of helpfulness rather than repression. Mindful ever of the common good of the student body it has tried at all times to render decisions in keeping with the rules of our Alma Mater and the demands of justice. Little irregu- larities of student conduct are promptly rectified and helpful precedents are establish- ed which are beneficial to future students. The success of such an organization is due almost entirely to the cooperation of the student body. It, therefore, be-hooves all persons who are desirous of good con- duct among college students to cooperate with the Tribunal in all its endeavors. The personnel of the Student Tribunal of 1924-'25 is -as follows: President .................................. E. L. Harshbarger '25 Secretary .......... ,....... R uth Allgyer '25 Hiram Thut '25 Ferne Yoder '25 David Moser '26 Dwight Musselman '26 Ferne Bixel '26 Helen Baughman '26 Glenn Hilty '27 Flora Franz '27 Vernon Conrad '28 Evelyn Niswander '28 Rx 87 N Rx 77 f '5.ic75T.-Xl f X .VS- Y. Nl. C. A. C 1924-1925 I'1e.N1-lent . ..... .., William Geiger .. Stanley Lehman Yice Presiflent ... Secretary ...... ....... N Yalter .Iener Treufaxer ........ I-I. L. Harshbarger Bible Stu-iy Chairman ..... Ralph Miller Religious Meetings Chairman .......... ICliiie1'Yn.lei' Social Chairman Warren Ilofeiilnergei' Blufic Chairman ........ Harnlll Reuwser Sncial Service Chairman R1-bert Ryeis Publicity Chairman. .... Chefter Gnttfhall Inter Colleziate Chairman .............. .............,.. Walter I'If'1'rl1lJ9l',4Z9l' Hi-Y .......,....... Uwiglit Muffelinan Staff Rf-prefentatix'e ................ .,. ..............., Iluflrilph Augspurger Seminary Representative .. Earl Salzman Faculty .-Xllvisnrs ....,............,.... l'rwf. Wilbur Howe, Prof. J. Norinan King ABINETS 1923-1926 President ....., Vice Vresillent .... Secretary . . .... T1'vQ'LlSLl1'91' . Dwight Musselman Huilnlph Augrspurger Milton Tschantz ...... Gerald Stahly Social Service Chairman .............. Mervin Springer Mufic Chairman ..... Samuel BU1'klI3.l'4l Ilulvlicity Chairman .. Clinton Sprunger Stalin Ilepresentative ........ Isaac Thut Social Chairman ........ Winnclil Kropf Seminary Ileprvfentative . Jerry Sauiler Mifsinns Chairman Religious Meetings Bible Stuily . ,. Hi-Y .......... Intercollegiate ... ... .. Hayinonfl Hilti: Chairman .......... Walter Herslilrerger .. . . Hnwarll Liechty David Moser ..... Ivan Hostettler Faculty Advisors ..................... ........,. Rev. Ki-ciller. Dean Byers 88 jf ,f lm-7srAl X N Y. M, C. A. The Young Men's Christian Associations in our colleges today are primarily move- ments of students, for students, and by students. The great objective of the Y is to lead students to become disciples of Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord and to train them for His service in the world. Here in Bluffton, we have tried to preserve certain fundamental and distinctive principles which have in the past characterized the unique contribution of the associa- tion. Some of these are: Q11 To create a college consciousness favorable to a vital and reason-able faith, Q21 To recognize and utilize this college consciousness in religion in a way not unlike its utilization in social life, athletics, and other activities, Q31 To represent a thoroughly interdenorninational spirit and to train men of all denomina- tions to work togetherg Q41 To assist in developing the loyalty of students to the church, Q53 To inspire men to give up their whole lives to the propagation of the spirit of Jesus Christ in the solution of social problems and in the evangelization of the world. The Y in Bluffton College is perhaps the one organization that has the best and greatest iniiuence on the college fellow. The day before school opened, the cabinet and other active workers were at the railroad stations, here and at Lima, to meet the new and old studentsg and efforts were put forth to help the new students especially and to make them feel at home in Bluffton College. The Stag and joint Y. W. and Y. M. reception were enjoyed by all. The hearty welcome extended by the -associations is always appreciated. The weekly meetings of the year were quite varied in order to suit the needs of allg however the second semester meetings, arrangd according to professions, seemed to be of great help and inspiration. Prominent men presented the opportunities for service in their particular fields-ministry, medicine, business, missions, etc. Great interest and enthusiasm were shown by the fellows and the meetings were always well attended. Gospel teams were organized which gave fine programs in local and neighboring churches. These programs consisted of special music, talks on Peace, War, Personal Responsibility, Missions, and Christian Work in general. The Bible Study Classes were also a success and proved to be of great help to all who attended regularly. The spring and fall cabinet retreats helped to bind the cabi- net together and promoted fine fellowship and cooperation. We admit that our Y has its weaknesses, but in spite of its shortcomings, it is an organization that cannot be dispensed with. If it should disappear from our cam- pus, the following things for which it stands would suffer or be done away with: faj A spirit of brotherhood in which all men share. fbj Place where students can face freely their problems. fel Certain kinds of services. Qdj An opportunity to connect up with the great student movements of the world. fel An influence on student life which administrations recognize and depend upon. ffl Intercollegiate relationship fostered thru the Geneva Conference. MX 4 89 X Rx f ffl x' 97, lmisra f 'T' iv- Y. W. C. A. CABIXI-I'l'S 19211-1925 1925-1926 Presillent ......... ,...,.. I' Iva Ch-iuer Presiflent .,.... Magwlalena Fankhauser Vice Presiflent .. l-Isther Hui-kharll Vice Presillent ............ Helen Iutzi SE'C1'9I1ll'y .... .... ....... I' I llF'll lflX9l SQCl'Et1il'y ,,,.,, ,,,, I Zeuluh Kraft Treasurer ,....,.......... Agn-fs Franz 'freasurei' ...........,. Miriam Leaman l.vllllFfl'!l'llllLlLltf' llepresenlative ......... Social Seiwico Chairman ............ .. .........,............l,orf'-naHirky ..,.,..,...........FIs1.lierBu1'kharll Religious Meetings Cliairnlan .......... Music Chairman . . P lorence Schumacher Ruth Allpfyei' PublicityC'l1airman Social Service iV1llZlll'lllll.ll ............... .........,.. I iuth Helen Augsburger ..................Cleona .-Xiigslnliuel' Membership Chairman ..... Helen Iutzi Music Chairman .. Helen Baughmun Social Kfhairinan ........ lilla llohrhach Staff Represr-ntative . Kathryn Lawrence Poster Chairrnan ......,.. Maxine Freell High School Chairman .... I,y1lia Lic-chty Mission anfl Hihle Stufly Vhairnian .... ............. 3lZlLfll2ll4 lIll I illlkllZlLl.4f'l' Faculty Aflvisors .........,........ .... Mrs. xx'llll.llN'l', Miss llrenneman Stall' Representative ..... Ora Spangler llihle Stufly and Missions . .. Ellen Bixel Religious Meeting Chairman .......... Grace Steinei l'n1lergra:luate Representative ......... Helen Baughman High School Chairman ..... Flora Franz 90 lfsvifflsml X ff f X X Y. W. C. A. The work of the Y. W. C. A. begins when the big sisters find their little sis- ters , from that time on all girls 1661 the spirlt oi comradeship, love, and service that is manifested in the organization. 'Lhe first week of school brings with it the annual Y. W. hike and the Y. W. and Y. M. reception, both important social events arrordlng opportunity for getting ac- quainted. The first Y. W. meeting of the year was .a pageant, The Keeping of the Light . Soon alter Iollowed the beautlrul recognition SQIVICE in which the new g'lTlS were wel- comed into the great organization and then all accepted the challenge of following Him in all phases of life. The Blble Study Classes under direction of the Y's were organized early and be- came active from the very first week of school. Another pageant was presented during the Christmas week, which was Tolstoi's story Where Love Is, God ls , dramatized in the form of a silnple play entitled To the Least of These . The production portrays an old cobbler who places a candle in the window of his hut to guide the Christ to his holne. But the bealn of light attracts only ordinary humanity in appalling circumstances. He ministers to them, however, in the name or Christ, relieve their sulfering. AIt61'MEl1'ClS, disappointed because the Christ has -apparently not visited him, he feels he has had no opportunity to serve his master and sits down to read once more the message of His coming. Whereupon he hears a voice saying Even as much as ye have done it unto one of the least of these, my brethren, ye have done it unto me. The responsibility of vocational Training was felt by the Christian organizations, and the Y. W. ably took up this line of work in their programs. Both outside and local speakers were secured to discuss various phases of life work, including missions, so- cial service, the lnedical profession, home-making, teaching, and others. Perhaps every girl, in looking back over her college career in the light of a Y. W. member can find the expression of her sentiments in these lines: 'Tis the hour when we gather as one big clan, And the sun sinks low in the west, And the night drops down oier the hilltops grey, As We sing songs we love the best. Our association receives our praise For gifts we can ne'er repay, And we learn right here of a broader love In our own Y. W. C. A. In Y. W. C. A. all good will abounds, And we meet on a colnmon ground. - As the years roll by we shall ne'er forget All the new friends which here we've found. Come cheer our clubs e'er the shadows fall, Let us think what we mean when We say That a spirit of love means a world of peace In our own Y. W. C. A. Rx 91 f C I-are-isrnl THE STUDENT VOLUNTEER BAND One of the best organizations on our campus is our Foreign Volunteer Band. This organization is an expression of the spirit among the students of eagerness to help carry on the great task of the Christian church-the task of preaching Christ to the whole world. The members of this group are those who have signed the Declaration Card of the Student Volunteer Movement. Signing this card is declaring that it is our purpose, if God permits, to give our lives in foreign missionary service. In actual numbers our group was smaller this year than in some other years, yet the student body showed keener interest in our programs and work than ever before. We were very fortunate in having with us a number of returned missionaries from China, India, and Africa, whose friendship was a constant source of inspiration to us. They enabled us to get a clearer vision and understanding of the actual work and needs of the mission fields. Most of our meetings were held in the Seminary library and were devotional an-I inspirational in nature. But we also gave a number of special programs for the stu- dents and faculty. And in co-operation with the Y. M. and Y. W. associations we gave several missionary programs in some of the neighboring churches. We had a large delegation at the great Missionary Convention held in Washing- ton, D. C., this winterg this meeting was very inspirational, especially to those who attended and also to those who heard their reports. Perhaps the most significant event of the year was the conference of the North- em Ohio Union of the Student Volunteer Movement held at Wooster College ii. March. Bluffton was one of the smallest colleges represented there, yet we had the third largest delegation. All who went were deeply impressed by the inspiring mes- sages of Dr. Wilder, Miss Nichols, Rev. Dinwiddie, and the other speakers. They brought to us anew the spirit and purpose of foreign missions and our responsibility to this great enterprise. The spirit of the meeting, as well as the spirit of our group, is shown in the Conference Motto: Not by might, nor by power, but BY MY SPIRIT, saith the Lord. -Zech. 4: 6. 92 V 77 f lfmflsral X N J' X I 1 V I l n l i l ORATORICAL ASSOCIATION b To sponsor forensic activities in such a way that they will leave a lasting impres- sion with the student body, and to have students representing the college in all forensic activities who are worthy of that distinction is the aim of the Oratorical Association. This organization is composed of those students who have represented the college in any intercollegiate forensic contest or those contestants of the Annual Inter-Society contest. This has been the bamier year of the Oratorical Association. Xot only did it sponsor two complete debating teams, each of which made an enviable record in their respective conferences, but contestants were entered in the Annual Inter-Collegiate Peace Association Oratorical contest held at Heidelberg U., both men and women competing. Bluifton also became a member of the Ohio-Michigan debating conference, com- posed of nine leading schools in Northern Ohio and southern Michigan. Although or- ganized late in the season some intense rivalry has already developed and by next year Bluffton will ind some active and sportsmanlike competitors. Due to the high standard of debating which has been upheld by the college, Bluffton has also become a member of the Pi Kappa Delta, a national forensic associa- tion, which is a distinctive honor and it is hoped that the local chapter will be able to hold its own with the larger schools. This will be possible if many students make it their ambition to gain sufficient oratorical experience to be admitted as a member and it is believed that this new or- ganization will provide the necessary stimulus. OFFICERS President ........ ........... ........... R a lph Miller Vice President Emmett Harshbarger Secretary ...... .. Rudolph Augspurger Treasurer ....... .... K athrvn Lawrence Debating Coach ..... W. A. Howe X KX K' Ag 93 CHARTER MEMBERS l'i57zef'1S TA l X, if! HONOR ROLL Seventeen students during the year 1923-1924 attained the standards of scholar- ship set by the Faculty which entitled them to have their names placed on the roll of Bluffton scholars. These students must have had grades of A and B in cwurses during the past year. all their ROLL OF BLCFFTON SCHOLARS 1923-1924 Ruth Allgyer Rudolph Augspurger E. Pearl Brechbill Earl Gingrich Emmett L. Harshbarger Vera Holtzapple Elma C. Hostetler Walter C. Jones Kathryn Lawrence Eunice Leaman J. Edward Lehman Alta Smith Esther E. Smucker Clifton Sprunger Vernon J. Sprunger Clara Grace Steiner Elmer J. Yoder PI DELTA SOCIETY Pi Delta, the honor society, was organized in the fall of 1922 with twenty-nine charter members. The purpose of the organization is to promote a greater interest in high standards of scholarship. A certificate of admission is granted upon recommendation of the faculty after at- taining the requirements of the organization. Minimum standards for entrance into Pi Delta are as follows: having received departmental honors or having been on the roll of Bluffton Scholars for at least one year and with all grades of A and B with the ex- ception of a small percentage of C's. Students are not eligible for recommendation un- til after the close of the Junior year. Class of 1915 Elmer Basinger May Carolus Crouse Class of 1917 Owen Hatfield C. Lloyd Pan nabecker S. Floyd Pannabecker Class of 1918 Ella Welty Kohler Class of 1919 Harvey Bauman Rosella Beiderman Class of 1920 Hilda Leete Class 1922 Harold Alderfer Bonnie Steiner BaumgartnerAgnes Amstutz Viola Welty Class 1921 Helen Baker Esta Lugibill Abram Rickerc Arthur Rosenberger Harriet Scheid Krabill Samuel L. Flueckler Faery Huber Adams Winifred Scheid Abram Wiebe Harry C. Krehbiel Class of 1923 Irvin Bauer C. Floyd Byers Alma Iutzi Lenore Ringelman Dickey Erma Stearns ELECTED 1924 Alta Smith Class of 1925 Kathryn Lawrence Walter Jones Marion Jacobs Eva Geiger Ella Rohrbach ELECTED 1923 Class of 1923 Ivlagdalcne Baumgartner Kauffman Clorinda Steiner Edna Iutzi Kraft Irwin Bauman Fannie Clymer Wickersham Amos Badertscher Pauline Schantz N Rx 94 l'671ff75TAl X X if! N i- - 3 1 i , s ' .- , 1 MEFF I MEMBERS OF THE ALETHEAN SOCIETY Mary Bonser Helen Baughman Edna Burkhalter X Hilda I. Bender Anna Cellar y Edna Diller Magdalena Fankhauser Eva Geiger Mabel Geiger Beulah Geiger Melvina Gerber cwlf if Wilhelmina Grothaus Rosina Gratz Bertha Haberkainp Laoma Hilty Elma Hostettler Mabel Yoder Hope Huber Helen Iutzi Beulah Kraft Ruth Kr-aft Miriam Leaman Eudora Lehman Gladys Miller Mary Price Lillian Rohrbach Edith Steiner Grace Steiner Naomi Stettlei' Ora Spangler Mabel Williams Ruth Williamson y Ferne Yoder Rx 95' X Mx lf-6251.5 TA I X PZ Y A LETHEAN LITERARY SOCIETY It has been proven that the co cd of tcday can really be serious and consider the problems of the world. This fact has been shown by members of the Alethean Literary Society in their attitude toward international, national and school problems as evidenc- ed in various discussions at the literary meetings. College humor also crept in for humor is relished by the best of women. Interest has been much better this year than for the past several years. This may be due to the fact that rushing was not permitted until the new students had had an opportunity to visit all societies. The program committee was thus kept busy trying to plan novel, original and educational programs. Then it became a habit and the programs were of high quality and enjoyed by all. It has been the aim of the members to live up to the ideals set by the founders of the society and if possible to raise these standards for future members. And we hope that future Aletheans will do their bit to raise the aims and principles of the society. OFFICERS First Semester Second Semester President ............. Ruth Williamson President ........... Bertha Haberkamp Secretary .. .. Naomi Stettler Vice President Edna Burkhalter Treasurer . Melrina Gerber Secretary ....... ...... R uth Kraft Pianist .. Edna Burkhalter Treasurer ...... Grace Steiner Chorister .... Helen lutzi Pianist .... Miriam Lehman Chaplain Mary Bonser Chorister .... .. Mabel Williams Critic . . . . . . Eva Geiger Chaplain .... Elma Hostettler S'gt. at Arms Critic ....... Laoma Hilty .. . Mary Price jflf IWMISTAI f fl l ll X Rudolph Augspurger Eldon Basinger Joseph Bauman Irvin Baumgartner Lloyd Beechy Willis Bixel Forest Burkholder Emmet Harshbarger Fred Hilty Ivan Hostettler Walter Hershberger Glenn Hilty Elmer Kanagy ATHENIAN MEMBERS Henry Jansen Harold Kropf Henry Klassen Edward Lehman Cloy Miller Seth Miller Ralph Miller Ralph Page David Rempel Jerry Sauder Herman Schumacher Richard Schumacher Joseph Sommer Elmer Yoder Henry Sommer Earl Sundheimer Hiram Thut Isaac Thut Milton Tschantz Milo Troyer Hayden Steiner Dietrich Warkentln Jacob Warkentin Milton Badertschei Henry Thielman Clarence Roth Mx -Au 97 7-I f I-mfrsral X 5 X THE ATHEXIAX LITERARY SOCIETY At the first meeting of the Athenian literary society it was plainly evident that the old members had not forgotten the real Athenian spirit during the summer vaca- tion. Much enthusiasm and real ability was manifested thruout the entire year. Both old and new members took a great interest in the work which made this one of the biggest years in the history of the society. Lfte- Thanksgiving, when the Freshmen and new students were permitted to join some society, the old Athenian members were successful in filling the Athenian ranks with some of the best men from these groups. The new members played no small part in making this a successful year for the society. The number of new members was not so large but was of the type that were willing to work and anxious to build up the society. That the society is composed of men of ability is shoxm by the number of debaters it produced. Out of the sixteen Inter-collegiate debaters, eleven came from the Athenian ranks. Two of these eleven received special honors as two of the best In- ter-collegiate debaters in the state. Then also, three out of the four contestants of the local oratorical peace contest were Athenians. The society aims to develop the art of speaking tiuently in public and to learn to think on one's feet. At the same time the programs are both informational and enter- taining and are of such a nature that they are enjoyed by all. With most of the old . N members back again for next year, we anticipate another big year for the society. OFFICERS First Semester President .......... Vice President Sec.-Treas. . . . . Chaplain . . . Chorister .... S'g't. at Arms Cntxc. ....... . . . . . . Elmer Yoder . . . . Ralph Miller Stanley Lehman . . . Milton Tschantz . .. Elmer Kanagy . . .......... Glenn Hilty Emmet Harshbarger Second Semester President ......... Emmet Harshbarger Vice President ............. Milo Troyer Sec.-Treas. .... ...... W infield Kropf Chaplain .... . . . Jerry Sauder Chorister ...... ...... Se th Miller S'gt. at Arms . . . .... Joseph Sommer Critic ......... ..... 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Ang: Nag! lg LsA.rn ..,,.,... Ddvilirzbfer Critic ........, 8g'Y.,atA:'m.,. ..,. lervislpfiger 0 in 1 i 1 l V X 1 i n 102' f , .,.. , N kfh-FL 55.51, X x QYX 5. iv-1 , .1 x., Q.. X Vs- xxx xx ...x. N x ' -Q ' -XX Q- i 7.D.X N 71 f was ml X, THE HOOSIER L'LI'B Opit the sti aikxess bf the canipus comes the drowsy melofly Indiana Moon. 1'-f gnis jug . accliizrpariiei. bf: the '.i.'-111: strains of a few ul-ies. The voices, rising in a nmar.i:,g cz ,- scer,-rf-. express the great amount nf feeling anfl lonliness they feel for Zheir fu . native state. TEQL1- are nialie t-1 '.1nfierstan1l the loyalty of the thirtj' H11-osiers fi' their i'.o:r.e. Pvvpgiar ir. the sez-,lol activities. ue ha'-'e How-i3 '. cheer master: Eflna van fler Srni-sein. star fm .'.'aiwE ir. ba.-ketball: Stanley Lehman, Ista eflitor anfl an all-arounrl college feif-it '.'.' 1 anti Ralph Page. -xoctfi-r of debating. Besifles these we boast of eleven members ir. the Glee clubs anti -wrchestra. also three faculty members. We '.'.'ez'e cizallenggf-fi to a gante of baslcetball by nur would-be superiors. the Suck- ers. Ho '.'.' ever. the friends Fate anti Skill were with u- anfl we won by the over- '-'fheiminz .scfire of 24 to 18. At our first meeting in tixff fall chose Lis f-ur lezuler the capable Stanley Leh- man, an-i as his assistant. Franc Yfuier. Fern Ymler was chosen as Secretary anfl Treasurer. This spring we had our annual hike and picnic. anfl enflefl the evening with a rounfl of peppj: Infiiana songs. What coulfl be mere flesirable than to belong to this bunch of care-free Hoosiers? OFFICERS President ..... . Stanley Lehman Vice President ....., Franc Yoder Secretary-Treasurer . .. Fern Yoder fl Rx M 104 N x , ,-,, IFJ s-4 ILLINOIS CLUB This year from the best state in the union, one of rich, broad green plains and Waving corn, came a band of txventy-tivo Suckers . With the usual amount of pep and vigor we immediately organized our club and planned for some peppy social gath- erings to be held thruout the year. On February 12th, the birthday of one of the nation's greatest men, we had our first meeting, a banquet given by four visiting ministers from Illinois. The enteitain- ment was in keeping with the spirit of the day and after many appreciative toasts and jokes We departed stronger in heart and proud of the fact that we are sons and daugh- ters of the native state of Abraham Lincoln. YVe are well represented in all forms of college activities as basketball, football, track, Y. M. and Y. W. organizations and in the various other positions which some of the members are privileged to hold. Our annual spring outing in the woods is always looked forvvard to with much pleasure and as We are bound together more firmly as a group with a common interest We unconsciously utter this old refrain- Unto thee we pledge our heart and hand, Dear old Illinois. OFFICERS President ............ .. Lorena Birky Secretary-Treasurer .... Glenn Eichelberger x Rx f 105 jf f I-we-isml f i 1 i 1 E li ll li l W l iw 1 w 4 ll lm l I l. u 1 li M ll l A l l I fl 5 A.. 277' 1:1515 TA I X: if ' r L llrf- F- ? A 3 l ll l 1 ti l l E A 3 l'EXNSYl.YANIA Lil.l'H I-7,3 yy 5 l-Q.-h, Ui 'N ri ie- of their native .-tate gig ,. rpm, .- 1 ' W ff' ff. L.- S-ptenxbei' again rollefl am, ,.'A 1 .1 my 4 eb. 1, tre beautiful country of Pla-ter: lee' ' v A' an 15 - r,e','1f'n tre lwftj: niountainw of the :re-ierz. pak, ' tue -tate. ' 11' ewftw rr' gfafwefe anti gratituvle that we ' again -ei fy fn: It Q f '. ll f i ,f fm' va- iiryefi '.',A itr. melancholy for it was to oe the In 1, Qffkf. get -,reg 1 f f 'fi' t:Q,.':,pi. aw: afghie'.'ernent, the reaching of the ' zual after tw.: year- 'if pai 1 to 1- .-tr.ri:.g. V.':.f-r. the ez-:citernf-at ina: al ',', - :n,te:.1z- tfe wpeninz of a fchool year hall fliefl fzo'.'.'n. r-'.erQ.'m '. four 'eir place. it '. a- :Q-cf-rtainfffl that I'ennsylvania'.- repre-I-rzatlw ' uf mal'---t ia 139741-I .n fam. mt a ,-ingle new ftuflent had put in 4 ay,pe:.ra',f'e. 'e -evesa rm: 1!!'JA'.121I 'l am: wtyer- failefi to return. Nevertheless, ' l trere f:erf,l'.'ef: ,pun tif- fe ','. ine re-por..-illilitg' of carrjsinu the fair name of I'ennSyl- IN 'raria into all the rf.af.QI'olf. e env ara: acti'.'itie.- of thf- college, which tafk they have l 1 perfurrrff a rrff-t corr.r:.e:,f:ahIf- n.ar.ner. I Tm- rr.erf.be'e fl' the group. 11- well a- all gzrafiuate- an-l former Students who l i claim l'1-nr,-j.'l'.'ar.ia their :.ati'.'e .-tate, Lhoulf: fer-l a greater responsibility in pre- semgnz the clairrf of Bfuffton to pro-pectivf' .-tuflents. The records made by Key- -toner- v.r.f, are zrafiuate- of thi- school certainly offer cfmvincing testimony of what Iilufl'tf-r. i- ff Arg for le. ,-'.u1'f-rt-, if an inltitutlon ia tv, be jullgwl by her prmluct. An alurnri urgarizatiorl '.'.'hich 5-houlfl llave thi- as its chief aim is highly desirable, and 1-hnulfl be supported wlfmle-heartefiIQ: hy all Kej.'Ft'mers. OFFICERS I'res'iflent ......,,., ........,.... . . Chester Gottshall N Secretary-Treasurer ., . Minerva Herbein 4 X . r - X A X ,AX -.X ... 106 . if e ,Lx 1 -'Ju 71 f lam-YST.-il KN f 4l ill ll l l ,ll WI l , P Ll if VW li l, l P s in I . l lx ll : 11 Fits. rrxv: Jac ts, F-1 i,l'!11:1!1 ' if Second ww: Eigsii. Sabres, 'Wie're, Fast. Baumgzariner 4 ', Third row: Vfitxig. YYarLier in. Schitag. Varkeittizi, Ltwenberg X .1 ' TRANS-MISSISSIPPI CLUB From the land of the Golden West comes a small percent of Blufftoifs student l body. Every year students from the we-st get together and form what is called the Trans-Mississippi Club. The ditferent states represented are South Dakota, Nebraska. Missouri, Iowa, Idaho, Minnesota, and California. l ' Surely these states have done their part toward every activity. They have con- l tributed to Bluifton College a dean, music instructor. glee club members, debaters. Y Workers, musicians, athletes, and many in numerous minor activities of the College. l. OFFICERS f V 5 X. President ......... . Peter Wiebe ll , , Secretary-T1'easurer .. . Adeline Schrag .Li 2 w r 1 N N, 107 rj A I-mismj X, if X N THE PRESS CLUB The Press Club might be termed the Campus Diary . It is the untiring agency which records with the keenest sense of literary observation and appreciation the var- ious activities of the college and its organizations. Its product, the Witmarsum, is a weekly publication, which is eagerly devoured and scanned word for word on its ap- pearance every Saturday noon. The Witmarsum is one of the most influential contributions to the activities of the campus. Not only are the members of the staff necessarily quick to grasp daily events and happenings, but they must be quite as able to give new light, intelligent interpre- tation and just credit and honor to all who by virtue of their talent or personality can demand any such recognition. Enthusiasm and proper conduct has gained tremendous impetus through editorial propagation. If college news stories were recorded without the individual touch contributed by staff members, the publication could not exist, be- cause a small college lends itself to news distribution very readilyg therefore the press club is a vital factor in the success of the publication. The success of the Witmarsum during the past year is due in no slight degree to the energy and untiring work of the editor. Warren Rosenberger has proven himself a very capable pilot to the ever ready hands of the Witmarsum crew. Every staff re- porter responded willingly to his requests. Among the members of the staff there was displayed much literary art, and journalistic intelligence. Certainly, the type of write-ups for the college paper is a guarantee of the potentialities that are inherent in the contributors, and their successes as literary adepts will cause their work to emanate into the field of future literary and journalistic art. How incomplete would be our campus life without the weekly Campus Diary , the chronicler of all student activities. It would be void of spirit, it would lack great- ly the dissemination of all that is of value, to all who are interested in the ever in- creasing worth of Bluffton. In that sense then, the Witmarsum staff has functioned exclusively for the benefit of all who remain within the fold of their own Alma. Mater. Rx 108 2-f 1 l'Z7izeXTSTAl xx K Q Editor-in-Chief .... Managing Editor . .. Business Manager .. Advertising Manager Assistant .......... Circulation Manager Assistants ......... Kathryn Lawrence '25 Ruth Williamson '25 THE XVITBIARSUM STAFF Warren Rosenberger Ralph S. Miller .. Earl L. Gingerich . . . . . . Seth Miller Winfield Kropf ..... August Nagel Lloyd Beechy '27, Mervin Springer EDITORIAL STAFF Emmett Harshbarger '25 Eva Geiger '25 Howard Michaud '25 Gerald Stahly '26 Anna Cellar '26 Kent Hauenstein '27 Ruth Locher l27 Joseph Bauman '28 rx Xl My !A.J 109 in T5 ml X: fi! xx W 1 1 4 THE IST 1 Y Q I I - 1.VY,Z,: f:fr'w141 nf 1'ffUl3'f H117 Il'N:li-lwfi bf UH' JUHWI 'JI?1 - ll 'ff'fk' 1 1 1 ,., . , 1 -1 p 'girl 5, fgfuvxpyfhlrx-i'.f1 1,fn,:1l uf' um -vhfml Lu3Y,i',Ui11- :Ami al-U 1 f. rw 1:1 1 'rl i' v:,Uj1,' f, 1,1 1, mr- ir-fu1'u.:1' f',l,w11:1wi liffa IW, i- U 1 Q. TMI' i-lu 'f' ,L-,, ,I If 1- i.,. Il, 441114 :Ay .1 ji- yf,'- fp X., l,rqrjIf1'.l-f bg Ev' r,g1',1-u',r- ji' fv'1Vw:. IH Agn- fu: i xt J vi, ,,,,,,.. 1, ,rr In 1-gy U, w,yy,af, Ugif. U14 :3r,ymm.rf1 fH'qvY,- of H :1r,..' w:Nif' 1111- hook I f ' 1 ' ' ' 'Q bn up U, hp by 131- flwirfnir, uf' Ulf' -lwxrliwl , nwl fin' dill. I 5 X ,-'Va' 104, Iflrlyf .,,. f'llUU1J'-ill-ffhjffll W X 'Lf4:z1'f- F',:.f f. , liu-im-H Mzunugvl' I11' 1 'gff .Xuym w:'I-- . A-Xi-tant Iifiitwr I H11 1-' H:1,1g'3 . A- -Uljialf: Hllilfll' ,'v1.Iw 'If ffl, 1- . ,AI-I-fllfiilll' Hlitvfx' .i.,yN, ', 'my' .. .. Az-,-'n:ia1.r: liviitm' 4 I':1,! Ft f.1,f it , . AfIw111i.ving Manager Z Pwf' Hfvg. Af iytmv, Avi-.rfrti-ing Manuyffl' N If . I H:1,r1,g'ay 's-: . .. l'fl1Lfl'J4Vil1g Hdilfll' I ' A ','. :1 ffl- my ..,, Hfeliyioul- Hflitox' ' Iiwm-r' HQ.:-y , Onyzlnizatinrr- Hfiitm' Q fin- if-1 'intl nm' ,4.A Athlfflic l'I1lif.01' If '.',' am 3Iur1:1j.' Art Hllilol' 1 Plfmif EUWYIPI' .. Humor Editor I I'-ar. H0 U'U,Il:1' .. ......... Diary Eflitfll' V-'1E1f1Irr,,r:1 '2m'E.:,w A:-1-iz-lam. Diary Hfliifn' I'M,ff1 Vflvbff ........ Snark Eflilfu' Da'.'i'i Mfref . Circulation Manager ' V---W -4- --V-H'-j j 'qi ' ,--..-.-..,.- - f A f V 110 6 .J .- .wx Q- 12 F5:l5 K--1.39 fx - if 1' If-e11ef1,S TA I f x f' AK .r 1. . divx K3 ? 5 . ' , I Zmfsinvnifnms X f v 4 N 111 x XX ? I ' ' ' ,'.'If..F- .1 l 1 '. .. A , -,-4' I N w f 1 I W M N N 1 V N N 1 x t i 1 l r l 1 6 r E N M ,, 1 - ,. ,lv- , A I Ei I 5 I N N a K l 1 f Z , : X41 1 if I'zs71ef7S TA I X A X MAY QUEEN-ALTA SMITH MAID OF HONOR-ELLA ROHRBACH ATTENDANTS Helen Todd Helen Bechtel Clara Birky Thyra Roberts Gladys Ioder Evelyn Harmon Thelma Miller Cleona Augsburger HERALDS Charles Miller Don Clymer MAY DAY CHAIRMAN VVarren Rosenberger PROGRAM Because of rain, crowning of Queen was postponed from Bluffton Day to Wednesday. 12:00 Noon 6:00 P. M. Class Reunions Varsity B Banquet 1:00 P. M. 7:00 P. M. Conference Track Meet Pi Delta Business Meeting 4:00 P. M. 8:15 P. M. Crowning of May Queen Class Day Exercises 4:30 P. M. May Pole Dance MOCK DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION, TUESDAY AFTERNOON Temporary Chairman ............................................ C. H. Sprunger Permanent Chairman .... ....... E lmer Yoder Secretary ......................... ....... E arl Gingrich Committee on Rules Chairman ...... Rudolph Augspurger Committee on Resolutions Chairman Emmet Harshbarger PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES W111. G. McAdoo ................................ Leonard Graber Oscar Underwood . . . . . Byron Spangler Samuel Ralston .... Ralph Page Henry Ford ...... . . . Ernest Stahly Al Smith ............ Harold Kropf John W. Davis ........ Gerald Stahly Judge Florence Allen .... .. .... Marion Jacobs James M. Cox .................................... William Hilty Senator Samuel E. Ralston was nominated for President on Third Ballot. Hon. Carter Glass of Virginia was nominated for Vice President. X f R N .113 71 f lfmfrsral X Xl K X JUNIOR PLAY The play presented by the Junior Class this year proved to be one of unusual dramatic and human interest appeal, containing, as it did, heavy episodes of intense emotion which were relieved at other places by subtle and diverting humor. Taking place in the poorer section of New York, it depicts a phase of life which is seldom seen. in so vivid a manner as to makeya lasting impression upon all who saw it. The plot of Zangwill's The Melting Plot is woven around an Americanization Ideal. David, a Russian Jew, is a great musician with no reputation. He has a vision for the future of his Great America, and is attempting to incorporate this dream into a Symphony. He received inspiration for his work when playing for the Settlement children. To him, Miss Revendal, a Russion Christian and Settlement worker, is the very embodiment of his ideals. David's family had been killed in one of the Jewish pogroms before his veiy eyes. He is trying to forget the horror of it all in the writing of his Symphony. Thru the influence of Miss Ravendal, a rich American agrees to produce David's work, but David refuses to allow his Dream to be the means of another night's revelry for an Un- principled Rich Class. However, Herr Papplemeister, a German orchestra conductor, pronounces it a great work and promises to produce it, with David playing the princi- ple violin part, before the Settlement children on the Fourth of July. In the meantime, David learns that Miss Revendal's father was the leader of the massacre in which his folks were killed. However, she is a revolutionist, and no longer has anything to do with her father, yet David hardly knows what to do. He thinks his ideals will be lost should he marry Miss Revendal. At last the day comes for the realization of David's dream, the rendition of his Symhony. It is played. The result is even greater than expected and afterwards, the people call for Davidg but he is sad. He has failed to live true to his ideal. He loves Miss Revendal and she loves himg but an unsurmountable barrier, that of national difference, stands between them. The climax comes when, in their own hearts, the realization of David's ideal, America- God's Great Melting Pot of the Nations-makes itself real and to them, the statue of Liberty stands for a New Freedom, a New Liberty, a New Love. The Melting Pot was given December 16 and 17 to two full houses, despite bad weather. It probably caused more comment than any other amateur production previ- ously given in Bluffton and it was a production worthy of the effort in every respect. The cast was well chosen and the play particularly well fitted for their respective parts. Dad Lehman and Prof. Smucker, both serving in the capacity of coaches, deserve no little credit for the success of the play. 114 x Mx .'!, lfzfms TA I 7' fl l 'y. X Llnttfhzill. Rofrere. XYiclne. Mgll. G11-rlmus. l-lostetllvr. Bowser. Steiner. Eixel. Augspurgcr Mendel Quixano ..,.. Kathleene O'Reilly ....... Vera Revendal ...,..., Frau Quixano ..... David Qui:-:ano .....,.,.,..,. Quincy Davenport Jr. Herr Pappelmeister .... . Settlement Servant ....,. Baron Revendal .....,.,. Baroness Revendal ....... JUNIOR PLAY CAST Ivan Hostettler Wilhelniina Grothaus Edith Rogers Mary Bonser Chester Gottshall Maynard Manu Peter Wiebe Edith Steiner Rudolph Augspurger Ellen Bixel 1-1.5. bf ,f' l'.?a'15T.'U X NN f N ,I i N Y I Ti N ,,A---- A ff 1 I 1 2 I I Nl ! ' f' -f' -WM + 'Q . ,HRea1C f.':' New lug - for i 'Q ,, 2 it A f' 4 4 I- , ff 4 LNYY 7 A 116 1 PJ ,f lair-1sT.4l XX. f 'N THE ANNUAL BIBLE LECTIIRES The Annual Bible Lectures Series is a red letter event in the annals of the col- lege, eagerly looked forward to with great anticipation and high hopes lt is a week of special Bible study bringing with it an acquisition of Biblical knowledsae and the practical application of its principles The speaker for this year's series was Rev. Charles R. Erdrnan, D. D., professor of Practical Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, N. J. He is also one of the country's leading churchrnen. His reputation as a speaker had already been es- tablished in Bluffton, for he deliyered a similar splendid series of lectures here in 1916. Dr. Erdnran is widely known as a great thinker and a great teacher. ln his ad- dresses here his delivery was all the rnore eloquent because of its simplicity and direct- ness, and back of the delivery was the force of his personality. The chapel and church were tilled each time. He selected a character or event from the Bible for his subject. chose the out- standing characteristics of the person or points of the situation and translated thes- pr-inciples of the past into a living, present, every-day language. These heroes and heroines of the Bible sinrph' seenred to step out of the pages for us and to deliver their inspiring rnessage and hereafter when we nreet them we will recall Dr. Erdrnans inters pretation of their actions The inspiration and helpfulnes recei'-ed fr-orn such a week of Bible stuthr can never be estimated-they lite on and on. The following were the characters and thernes that for-rned the weeks series of lectures: Samson, Following Christ, Abraham, The Greatnes of John, Isaac, The Ternptation, Jacob, The Inspiration of the Scriptures, Joseph, Prayer. Esther, Service. and Nehemiah. CHRISTIAN BIBLE WORKERS CONFERENCE The Christian Bible Workers Conference is held in connection with the annual mble lecturss The interest manifested in the corrfererrce was greater- this year than it has ever been before, the attendance was larger and the enthusiasm nrore pronounced. The arrangement of the lectures was especialhr appropriate for it afforded a celebra- tion of the four hundredth anniversary of the foundirg' of the Mennonite church. The spared neither time nor etforts in the preparation of their subjects: for the papers showed technical research work and thorough mastery of the subject matter. The lectures and speakers were as follows: The Dissenthrg Sects of the Middle Ages, Rev. J. W. Kliewer of Bethel College, Newton, Kansas: The Rofornratiorr in Germany to 1850, President Sr K. Mosirnang Zhvingli and the Anabaptists, Dean P. E. Whitnrer: The Dispersion of Anabaptisrn over Europe. Rev. S. M. Musselnran: The Heretic-al Groups among the Anabaptists, P'r'ofes'or C. H. Snith: Merino Srnons and his Work, Professor Henry A. Fast: The Earb' Mennonites hx Central and Eastern Europe, Professor Jacob Quiring: Early Mcnnonites as Pioneers hr Religious Tolera- tion, Rev. A. S. Rosenhergcr. Pandora: and The Ethics of Early Mennonitisnr, Presi- dent J. E. Har-txlor. 111' Q Q-g.1smg TI,I.EST S OJXFQEXCE 4h4.r1exmL4noe1ere1n2nd!smembDramdem1wdersf:umNx1hen0hoed- Lga'f1m:s'mmz.if5:mhnidnmv gronpz::theredm4mrampnsforaslnn uusmf-+-rme-fm.z. 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Problems of the modern day were subjected to a close scrutiny in the light of Jesus' way of life. What would be the effect on the world if all mankind lived according to these principles? The answer is given in the prize song of the conference. From the Midwest colleges, Here we men have gathered, With the sacred memories of this moonlit lake. Geneva! Geneva! Upon thy Vision Hill Has come to us the challenge To find God's will. Dreams we have of a warless world Where all men are brothers 3 Justice's banner wide unfurled In all realms of life. Geneva! Geneva! In us thy power fulfillg All bound in one great fellowship To find God's will. Our Y. W. C. A. conference is much like that of the Y. M. C. A. preceding. In the afternoons we hike, swim, go boating, visit Yerkes, have a social gathering on In- spiration hill or just rest . Mornings and evenings are spent in vital questions of the day and our relation to them as students. We come face to face with questions of war, race, relations of men and women, and industrial relations. Students from foreign countries make pleas for better understanding between nations and races. We Search more deeply into the words of Jesus fora solution of present day problems. At the close of the day as we gather at the pier to sing negro spirituals and other haunting melo- dies there steals into our hearts while gazing across the dark lake with the brilliant stars above, a feeling of peace, quiet, and deep consecration. Geneva has helped to re- mold our lives, it is as if we have talked and walked with the Master. 120 bf! IQ-5116215 m I X f X J 4 Xianw gwxx W fvfihl ' ,F qi ,Wig .WWQAWN wwwwxm 'U gf JNNT IIWSS ima ll il fi P mm Jim I 'x I II ll DEBATES X Mx ff 'Kicils TA X , l X1 CILMAH HUWIC lJ1ii5.X 1 1.x xi llfljtttlllji is an iiiteltolllqgiate lllflltltjl, nnlcn, il conducted on a high plane XYlll do .ls niucn to inane a inline lo. zz stli. ol Lis any oi its other actnitles. 10 establish neoat.ng on a hlgn pltiilrf nas been tile ann ol Ille college Loi' the last 10ul' years and tm-' le.-uit oi till: ical s minus is all- incl l4l.itL sep trlnalltl Llldl glllil. Blulltull WHS IIUL Ulilqt QLUIL' Lil Quill fIfL'lfllll file Akl, ' All L.M,' XJ llnxf px Alln Litngx' Uul FAIL? :UPU lldU. U. Llfulli COMP peting in the newly organized tllllll-illlfilllgllll conlerence which attained an enviable standing. The question of the Ohio Conference, Resolved, that the U. S. and Canada should jointly construct the St. Lawrence Deep Sea waterway, although very dilficult to work out, proved to be very interesting to every debating audience. Blutitons aliirmative ttlilll niet hlitllli and lnllllltvill-tvclllttlllf, gal llll. g lui the Juligtfs votes. lm: lltgatixc team although not so fortunate against Muskingum and Wittenberg, the conference leaders of last year, were able to gain two judges votes. The one from Muskingum being the first they have lost in two years. The question of the Ohio-Michigan Conference, Resolved that Congress should have power by a twoathirds vote to override those decisions of the Supreme Court de- claring laws unconstitutional was debated in a triangular debate with Bowling Green, Ypsilanti and Blulfton as competitors while dual debates were held with Toledo U. and St. Johns L'. Although this question was only studied two months the standard of the debates was excellent. This work also developed some splendid new men who will strive for a varsity berth next fall. A large share of credit due this years team is to be given to Coach W. A. Howe who worked untiringly with the members ol' all four teams in securing the necessary material, and in working with the material until they arrived at the root of each ques- tion. Prof. Smuckr-r also deseives much praise lor hls work ol coaching the delivery ol' the speeches which now is a large part of any debate. CONFEltl'INCl'I STANDING Muskingum Ohio Northern Vl'ittenberg Baldwin-Wallace Hluflton Akron Heidelberg Otterbein Hiram 122 Xl xl -n. X' lmefisral X X l GCis'E'l' Hai-shbarner Syahly Michaud THE ST. LAWRENCE AFFIRMATIVE To debate in the Ohio Conference and remain an undefeated team is a notable achievement. This is what the affirmative team upholding the construction of the St. Lawrence Deep Sea Waterway, which was composed of Emmet Harshbarger, Capt., Gerald Stahly, William Geiger, and Howard Michaud were able to do. They hold vic- tories by unanimous decisions over both Hiram and Baldwin-Wallace and made a splen- did showing against Ohio Northern, debating before the Lima Open Forum in a no deci- sion debate. After each debate there remained no doubt in the minds of the audience but that the proposed waterway should be constructed. William Geiger, as first affirmative speaker in the debate with Hiram made his first attempt at intercollegiate debating and proved to be master of the situation at all times in the presentation of the affirmative case. Howard Michaud more than held his own against Baldwin-Wallace as first affirma- tive speaker in that debate, for those hearing him judged him to be a seasoned gab- festorf' A splendid thinker and a polished orator was Howdy . Our Abraham Lincoln to be, still known as Gerald Stahly, in his deliberative, con- cise, energetic fashion and with an oratorical voice which was convincing, presented an array of facts which made one feel he never took up a case unless he was sure of win' ning. But to Capt. Harshbarger goes the credit of being the best mooter Bluffton has produced for some years. He was given special distinction by being judged high point man in both conference debates. A clear cut, straight forward, logically arranged at- tack, delivered with a well trained oratorical voice, proved to be the Waterloo for his opponents. He will be lost by graduation but he has clearly demonstrated that pre- paration is the best foundation in debating. X, fl Mx XA 123 -yy fmisrixl X Xl 2 4 X li-wr .Xvifi-iuwi' l-1-num! Bllllvl' Sl. l,ANVREXCl'I NEGA'l'lYE 'lim' iifgzttiw' tr-tim, coinposwl ol' Rtulolph :XUjISIJL1l'fIt'l', Captain, Milton Tscliuntz, Milo Flll'lYf'4'l' mill llulph Mills-i', contvsting' with otlwi' inemhrfrs of the' Ohio llfahutiiiig u-.i v1'wlicr-, l 'Ai Ctlllf.f the St. 1,t1wi'1,-new Det-p Sea Waterway project, guinesl it vt-ry avi-4lE':ililc mt-oiwl for lilutlton forvnsius this your. The schools against which they tl'-iuitwl ww-iv the- two strongvst in thc- C0lll4Cl'Gl1C8 lust year, Muskingjuzn winning first plum- :intl xYltl llllY'l'Ll' sm-on-l. 'l'h1- tact that lllutfton could compvtv with elehut- r'l'wUl'rL1l'll high mink iiifliczntu- the tim- l'4'llLltlltllbll :intl l'hl.PPlll Blutfton has g':1inm-ml, while thr- rtlftlr of thi- tr-:nn its coinpni-ml with its competitors, shows the excellent caliber of its peist nm-i. 'l'liougii placed in the igznnvn :it ai l'lltllf'l' lutv ilute, Milton Tschuntz :ns first speak- :-i' of this tr-ann, pmvwl tu he tn vnltiuhlc ussc-t to its rezlsoning powerg for with his un- :ilytic niieiii hr- wats zthlf- to vie-w the project from cwwy possible angle :mtl to show XYlH'l'f'lIl :Init fr-ut woulil not sf-me its purposv sutl'iciPntly to waiiant its Construction. i Nftyt cnnir- Blilu '1'i-oyr-r who soon ni1inil'f-str-il his :ihility as amfliinvntzltive orutoi' :ni-l rfb ii-lf--L thf- tr-uni in :wliiv-viiiig its l'PPUt2ltl0lI. Tlzf- 1:n:il app'-:il of' Viiptziin lluvlolph Atigspurigm' was convincing. With his H1118- trerful orutory linfIy forcf-f'nlIy swayed his umlia-nce over to his view of' the situation, mul thi' :ti'i:timr-nts ho zulvzincv-el .showf-il an tliorougli knowlvtlige of his suhjvct. At VVit- tmilwug to which thf- tc-:im journeyml, hr- was :uljuilgi-:I high point main unml in the alc- hzitfa with Muskingum hr- won secuml plucf-. With :all tlirw- tv-um nu-mhm's buck nvxt your lilufl'ton's cle-hating repute promises to hs- :ihly mziiiituinefl. x Mx fd 124 xxx 'a 1 lfwlsml X l 2 Thut Basinzor Page Lawrence SUPREME COU RT AFFIMATIVE The affirmative team debating the Supreme Court question was composed of Kath- ryn Lawrence, Captain, Ralph Page and Isaac Thut, with Eldon Basinger as alternate. With only two months to study this question, this team organized a case and present.- ed it in a clear, energetic, and persuasive manner which made the opposition realize they were debating a strong, well balanced team. On M-arch 12 this team participated in the first Ohio-Michigan conference triangu- lar debate, the triangle being composed of Ypsilanti, Bowling Green and Bluffton. Ypsilanti proved to be strong competitors and gained the decision of the expert judge. Dual debates were also held with St. Johns and Toledo universities on March 25 and April 3 respectively. The rivalry was intense and both teams are to be commend- ed for their fine sportsman-like type of debating. The masterly presentation ot' a logical array of facts by Ralph Page and the deli- cately contrived constructive speech of Isaac Thut are cogent indications of the fact that Blufton can retain her dcbiting S1,?17lQ1lllTCy net-it year. Kathryn Lawrence, who will be lost by graduation, as the co-ed member of the team proved to be exceptionally strong when the time came for the final rebuttal and with rapid fire speed destroyed the stronger arguments of the opposition and so effec- tively closed the debate. Bluffton 1-Ypsilanti 2 Bluffton 2-St. Johns 1 Bluffton 1-Toledo 2 fi. 125 f 6 f lfaet '15T.il X X: f X 1 X Jn-' ills Ymlm ll-lstvllllxl SUPREME COURT NEGATIVE Thi- team upholllinpr the powers ot' the supreme court as they now stznnl was com- po.-wl of l':lll1l'l' Ymler. 1'aptain,Marion Jacobs, nnll Ivan Hostu,-ttler, with Glen Hilty Ll'llll1I as ziltf-rnatv. Not only flifl they ellvctiw-lj.' npholil the Constitution in its pw'- sf-nt form hut thr-y ilemonstrateul a type ol' llc-hating: which has given us a Hne standing' in thi- nflw Oliiosklicliigan Cfll1i'6'l't'llC'9. This tv-:im il'-lratell Bowling Green anfl St. John's L'nivO1'sity away from home :intl iltliongh tlw tlecisions wr-re against them, the style of their mlehatingg at Hluiltnn prov- 1-fl their I't'Zl.l ability. The UIH IlillL'f attack ot' Ivan Hostvttler,ulelivf,-1'e1l with the ease of a seasoned orator, r-lr-:Lrly showf-fl that hr' must hr- consiilercil as a strong: Canwlillalte for next years Vzirsitjl' tv-am. Marion Jacobs. with one years experience lu-lnnfl her, hr-lil hm' own with the men infl aflllf-ul mum-h to the caliber ot' the team lluc to hc-i' ahility to strike at the pillars of' l rhr- opponf-nt's nrgumr-nt. The final attack of' Iilmei- Yofler, ilue to his kc-enness of in- iight, lPlllHlf'Il out any inconsistencies anfl then llestroyr-il the remaining hulwark of the -ipponf-nt'.s attzick. Thr- two mf-mln-rs of this team lost by graduation can fer-I that they have vstah- li.-hr-.I an a-nviahlr- recon-il as mootvrs in Bluffton. Bluffton 0-Bowling Gr:-on 3 Bluffton 2-Toledo I Bluffton 1-St. Johns 2 XX - 126 A rdf f IWISTAI ff X Tj X LH I 44. . ' , X i PETMLETBQB X f NS fm f 'aic1.STAl COACH BURCKY In this day of constantly increasing emphasis on physical education and the all around development ofthe individual student in our colleges, one of' the salient figures on the campus is the athletic coach. This personage seemingly must be many-sided if he is to utilize to the fullest extent the opportunity for iuculcating high ideals ot' sportsmanship and clean and vigorous living vrhich his peculiar relationship to the student body makes possible. The man who sets up ideals of such a character before those who come under his direction deserves a prominent niche in the Hall of Fame. Andrew Burcky, one of BlufTton's stellar athletes of former days, has for three years successfully filled the position of' full time physical director here. To a high de- gree he has demonstrated his fitness fer this responsible office. Possessing unbounded energy, enthusiasm and an earnest desire to serve in his special field, he has won th' respect and esteem of both friend and foe in athletic circles. A keen, analytic mind has eiiabled him to size up an opponent's style of' play to the advantage of his own 'fam, and thru this same faculty he has developed a system of coaching which has pro- duced remarkable results. Many green and inexperienced men have been developed into capable performers under his tutelage and guidance. Coach has left no stone unturned in order that our represenatives on gridiron, court or diamond might have the hest training, instruction and equipment possible for their lltlhflst development. He has studied under the leading coaches in the country, and has diligently sought to apply the newest and most progressive innovations in the field of physical education. The facilities and splendid equipment which Bluffton can offer to her athletes are largely due to his untiring efforts in this direction. We have said that a coach of athletics must be many sided. Coach Burcky does not limit his activity on the campus to the narrow bounds of athletics. He is as zeal- ous and enthusiastic about other phases of our life here as any student. Thus we learn to know him thru many contacts, and with this ripening friendship comes a greater re- gard and admiration for his qualities as a man and a pal to every student of Bluff- ton College. ,., , . . -.-,..........- fs, we A-J C 128 X s gf l'dzeP1STA I D D Z ls E I 1 ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION l Paul Wenger .... .... P resident David Moser .... Vice President Walter Jones .... . . Secretary-T1'easurer Dwight Salzman ..............,,....... Track Manager Dwight Musselnian . .. . . . Basketball Manager, Football Manager Glen Hilty ........ ................ A dvertising Manager George Howe .. Baseball Manager Roy Hilty .... ........ T ennis Manager Nona Miller .... Hiking Club Manager N 'P Ag XA. i:,.1'5T.il xg l -.rw dr Robert Byers ...,...................................... lll0S'Il0lll. Chester Gottsliall . . . . . SE'C'l'l't1ll'j'-TlP2lSLll'f'l' A. C. Burcky .......... , ,................. , Coacri Dwight Salzman .. Don Clymer .. Leo Burcky VValter Eigsti ..., Peter Wic-be ...,.. Orville Augsburger Stwnlcy Lehman .. Chester Gottshall . Dwight Musselman Robert Byers .... K Dwain Murray l Dwight Murray .. Edison Diller Roland Kibele .... 5 Elbert Kibele .. Vemon Conrad Roy Clymer ...... Lyle Burkholder .. KAllan Baumgartner Paul Wenger ..... William Geiger .. Elmer Yoder . . . Harold Reusser .. David Moser ..... Fred Hilty ....... Glen Eichelbergcr Tran-'Q Football, baseball Baseball, baslietbill Track, basketball . ......... Foollwll . . ........... Baseball, track Basketball, tennis . .... Baseball, basketball, track lfootball, basketball Fool lin II Football, baseball . .... Football ... Football . . Basketball . . Football . . . Football . . . Football . . . Football . . . Football . . . Football . . Tennis . . . Tennis . . . . Tennis . . Football . . Football . . Baseball l 4 1 u f 'N gfmfuzsrfwa NN ' N a M, N hflg X ii I I ' 1 W lg If ' W if is h If I ug 2 + ,Lf W 125 ,, w ,J Nw A1 J 531 I Y, I ', M3 12 im 'A , iw F iii M M - e VIL 'I I W 1 1 i qw: W I A N N 1 PUGET ALL x 1 5 s a VX? i Lf! lkBQXxQ.1... .,4: 4-g,, ii . Q V 131 2-f f lmisrnl X XI K X K4 X l'll'Nl mu: ilwltflmll. Myer-. Mummy. llylm-1. Bull-.lnl-l.1', lwnnnl, .fXan:-lnlrgcl' S I-r-nnll rum: lxluelf-. RIfrNI'I'. Muw--Inmn. f'lf.'ml'. XK'illvQ, XY--nuvr. Hllly Tlm-ll run: l4:aumu':u'lm-r, T1-ny--r, llfzu-h Buluky, lilllel. l'm1r:wl. H:l1'el1ln'uu.l', Auusburpzer. Nfs X! 7ul-relv-Ar Ql'lIlll1'l2l ll l' hl I li ll 1 I-nullh rf-W' G. .T. B. B.... Oct. 4 Oct. 18 Nov. 15 Nov. 21 . Sta y. Uwe, :14luc-'. VARSITY FOOTBALL LINEUP First Team Reserve ...............V.Conrarl I..E...., ...............G.Hilty ........P.Wenger L.T.... ........G.Stahly ............ P. Wiebe L. G. ... .... I-2. Ha1'shbarg'e1' .... 1Capt.j D. Clymer C. .... ...... I. Conrad .. . . .. D. Musselman R. G. . ....... E. Diller ...... D. Moser R. T. ... .... E. Businger .... E. Kibele R. E. ... .... M. Troyer ....R.Byers Q.B.... ........Gottshall . . .. D. Murray R. H. . . . .. . O. Augsburger .. . L. Burkholrler L. H. .... R. Augspurger ..... R. Clymer F. B. ... ... Schumacher J. Zuercher A. Baumgartner GA MES PLAYED 0. N. U. There Findlay There Bowling Green Here Defiance Here Opp. B. C. 19 2 0 0 6 0 12 6 Rx- 132 ff I-zneflsrni X RESUME OF FOOTBALL SEASON It was evident at the opening of the 1924-25 school year that football would again occupy an important place in Bluffton's athletic program. Although the schedule was limited to four games, the enthusiasm and ardor shown by the candidates who sought Varsity berths showed that the students want football and will support a team. Veterans from last ye-ar's successful squad and a host of new men with college and high school experience greeted Coach Ziggy Burcky when the call for candidates went forth. With the opening game with Ohio Northern only 3 weeks distant, it was necessary that workouts should be immediately engaged in and signals and plays per- fected as soon as possible. This was accomplished with the hearty cooperation of the men. The gridders met Ohio' Northern in the initial tilt for both schools on October 4. A large band of Bluffton rooters made the trip to Ada to support the eleven. The threatening clouds of the moming had disappeared and the weather was ideal. The superior weight of the Polar Bear line proved too much for Burcky's fighting crew, and they succeeded in crossing Bluffton's goal on three occasions. The Purple and White averted a shut-out when Kibele, Blufi'ton's lanky end, tackled a Norseman and forced him over the goal line just as he received Clymer's punt. The low score of 19-2 against a team of the calibre of Ohio Northern testified to the game put up by the Bluffton eleven. After a two weeks lay-off, the Varsity tackled the Findlay eleven'at Findlay, Octo- ber 18. Here the two elevens battled to a scoreless tie. Bluffton had the better of the argument, but lacked the punch to put the oval across. The inability of R. Clymer, fullback, to play in the game was keenly felt by the team. However, a backfield com- posed of Burkholder, Conrad, Byers and Murray performed valiently. Numerous at- tempts at place kicks by both elevens proved unsuccessful. The superiority of the Purple and White machine was demonstrated by the fact that Bluffton registered eleven first downs to Findlay's three. The first annual Homecoming game on November 15 gave fans their chance to see and the teacher eleven gained the verdict by the narrow margin of a touchdown. Bowling Green put over the lone score of the game in the final quarter on line-plunges. The parade which was staged up town, the presence of many visitors, the splendid work of the band, and last, but not least, the snappy ,autumn weather, helped to make the first homecoming a day that will live in the memory of every Blufftonite. The supreme test of the season's work came in the game with Defiance played on Harmon field on November 21. The gridders gave a real exhibition of football against the strong visiting eleven. This game was played in several inches of mud, with a driving rain thrown in to make things interesting. Bluffton threw a scare in the .Yel- low-jackets camp by sweeping all before them in a4steady march to the Defiance goal. Defiance held at crucial moments and .averted a Bluffton score. The Yellow-jackets opened up in the third quarter and put over two touchdown on fakes. In spite of this setback the Purple and White fought gamely and scored their first touchdown of the season when V. Conrad intercepted a Defiance pass and raced sixty yards for a touch- down. The game ended with the final score at 12-6. Captain Don Clymer played aryvh-ale of a game at center thruout the season and piloted the eleven in a way that earned for him the respect and support of every team member. Members of the team to be lost thru graduation are Capt. Clymer, Wenger and Baumgartner. Prospects for next year are exceptionally favorable as the majority of the squad will be on deck. Dwain Murray, half-back, has been elected as captain of next season's eleven. Mx f 133 jf X l1m 15T.fxl -X X1 5 X Q A Cilaumiiengemnrce, . - ' , 'ivacm Mae? V V ' , - X f Moms Ccowuumnrra ' + Ysofflv all Game x A Rx xl 134 1 1 1 1 1 E5 an 1 1, J 1- X f 11 1 1 11 1 111 1 1 11 1 11 1- 1 1 1 , H 1 1 , 1 1 11 1 11 1 ,1 1 11 11 1 1 1 1 '1 1 1 1 BASKET HALL W1 1 ' 1 1 x gg N ' fQ.J 135 f Ifzsif,-TSTAI jf X BASKETBALL REVIEW The record of the past year's cage squad fell somewhat below that set in the pre- vious year, but in spite of the low standing in the Conference, several outstanding ac- complishments must be credited to these men. An abundance of material was avail- able at the start of the season, but Coach Burcky experienced his greatest difficulty in finding a working combination, which could cope with the opponent's style of play. However, the team members when called upon were always ready to fight until the final whistle. Besides the Conference tilts, non-conference games were played. Adrian College was defeated twice by the Purple and White, once at home and once at the Michigan school. These victories over the strong Michigan five were high spots in the season, both games being splendid exhibitions of clean, fast basketball. The sportsmanship of the Adrian school was all that could be desired. Ohio Northern, our ancient rival, again garnered the long end of the SC01'6 in the annual tilts between the two schools. The first setto, played at Bluffton before the Christmas vacation, was decided by a one-point margin, a foul toss giving the Polar Bears a 19-18 win. The retu1'n scrap at Ada found the home five ,superior in all re- spects to the Burckymen. The final figures showed Northern holding a comfortable margin, 32-17. The bright spot in the Conference season was the game with Toledo, played on the Bluffton court. Coming from behind with a determination that would not admit defeat, the team nosed out the Toledo outfit by a single point in the final minutes of play. Findlay proved easy meat for the Varsity in both encounters, but outside of these victories the team was unable to hand trimmings to the other Conference teams, Bowling Green and Defiance, with veteran line-ups, being pointed for the Bluffton games. A total of fourteen games was played during the season, five of which resulted in victories. All were fiercely contested, and in no case was the Varsity outclassed. De- fiance was thc last opponent, their victory in this game giving them a tie with Toledo for first place in the Conference. The student body gave the team splendid backing in all the home contests. With two capable cheer-leaders on the job, the cheering was very effective and a great help to the men. With only two Varsity men to be lost thru graduation the 1926-27 team can be counted on to again put Bluffton in the place she belongs in the basketball world. X A X A 'RN 136 f lWcP1STAI XX: ? Q N Coach Burcky. Gottshall. Einsti, ElCh9llJEl'291', Aug'sburg'er, Mueselman, Clymer. Baumu'artner. Kibele Burcky BASKETBALL SEASON 1924-1925 Date Opponent Where Played Opponent Bluffton Dec 13 Bantas Bluffton 17 Dec. 18 O. N. U. Bluffton 18 Jan. 16 St. Johns Toledo 25 Jan. 27 Bowlng Green Bowling Green 20 Jan. 24 Adrian Bluffton 27 Jan. 30 Toledo U. Bluiton 16 Jan. 31 Findlay Findlay 36 Feb. 7 Defiance Bluffton 17 Feb. 14 Adrian Adrian 31 Feb. 19 Bowling Green Bluffton 18 Feb. 24 Findlay Bluffton 48 Feb. 25 O. N. U. Ada 17 Feb. 27 Toledo Toledo 20 Mar. 4 Defiance Defiance 24 Rx 137 NN if If l'i3Tie'15T.Ql X XI Dwight Musselman Bluffton. Ohio Guard Played in 185 halves-Scored 10 pol t- A stone'-vall at defense. and sc: Ti j '-t often enough to kr-ep an oppoments f1'J',l.'l busy, Cheese provcd hims lf to be of in- estimable value to the If-ffl: tlli- year. Al- ways cool and collected. he al 'ng 4 had that reserve punch which liofw- ill for :in fppo-- ing forward. He plavf-fl c 1-Tw it hull. a' d no matter hoxv big the fdfi-. lf! 1-e f-1' Que up the fight. har- alllllfcl 1-'cw' ahead of him, and should l.l1 J'-ff him.-ell' one of the most valuable men to the team, Chester Gottshall Forward and Guard Played in ITM halves-Scored 70 points Jeff is an athlete from head to foot and his work on the Varsity was of that never fail variety that can be depended on to win. His pep and scrap made him in- dispensible to the squad and are the corner- stones of his record. He is a fast, skillful forward with a wicked eye for the basket. Occasionally Jeff was sent into the game to show up his opponents and he performed his duty very successfully. Gottshall still has another year of service before him and without a doubt will be one of the main cogs on next year's machine. Boyertown, Pa. Leo Burcky Tiskilwa. Ill. Guard Played in 1731 lir:l r-s-Scozefl 7 points Altli-lglinftulat'cl1rlj.'1'r 1 'play- er, HZ? 'M n ll pei ww p 1 4 f 'Jar- sity b5f Il'l e 1 l' livs ju .,- -' , I, 1, :nd IIUKEQII stick1,o-itixvwp. in llf- l, jf +1 ,.-v.-- ing forwarfls xvorrieel will l . 4 fi ' was only when he was takcn out tint his real worth became known. He had :HIIXP had luck shooting, but he mole than :nude up for that in light. His place will be a hard one to fill next year. I Orrville Augsburgcr Hopedale, Ill. Forward Played in 15M halves-Scored 128 points Sprffd, a good eye and general basket- ball ability are the qualities which this Junior from Illinois possesses. He was un- doubtedly thf: fastest player on the floor and lost many a guard who essayed to cover him. Playing in the majority of the games, Broadie was the high point collector of the squad. He has made more than one guard swallow a bitter pill, for it seems there is no end to his scoring after he gets started. Augsburger has still another year of basketball before him. 71 f lm-ISTAI f X N. ft, X J ' L , 5 i i I 4 5, Wvaltel- Eigsti ylanson' Ia. Allen Baumgartner Bluffton. Ohio Forward Center Played in 9 halves-Scored 31 points Geet was one of the Seniors who broke in on the show again this year. His uncanny ways of hurling the ball made him a valuable asset to the team. The agility of this forward was matched by his ability to shoot the pill through the rim. When this Hawkeye got his hands on the leather. it was not a bit hard to predict what was go- ing to happen. Although Eigsti will be miss- ed when the roll is called next year. we pre- dict a great future for him as coach. v Played in S halves-Scored 10 points Bumnier was handicapped to a great extent with a bad knee. which persisted in slipping out of place at the most inoppor- tune time. but when he had a chance. he al- ways gave a good account of himself. He played a great pass game. and remained calm and steady iegar-ifess of therstate of the game. BT.Tll1lllE'l ' is another men whose place will take a gifs-l man to fill on next years squad. 1 25 Roy Clymer Mi- C0153 0hi0 Center Played in 1312 halves-Scored 14 points Clymer proved his worth to the squad when he made his debut as a eager in the Adrian game. He added other laurels when he dropped in the winning basket in the wild Toledo contest. He was a good utility man, working at either guard, center, or forward, wherever he was most needed. Altho a freshman, he showed the old fight all the time, and is sure to make some man work for a steady berth next year. X-S. Glenn Eichelberger Hopedale. Ill. Forward Played in 61.1. halves-Scored 15 points This Sophomore succeeded in gaining a berth as forward on the squad this year. His earnestness and eagerness to work earn- ed him a place on the team. A man who goes down for practice each time deserves a big slice of the credit in helping to make the Varsity what it ought to be. His pep and go-getivenessu will prove to be a won- derful asset to the team next year. Acquit- ting himself in a very creditable manner, Eilde will without doubt retain his posi- tion in his two years before him. Rx jf f lm-ISTAI X f lliiiy. Springer, ll..s-Agiliem-1' t oq1z-lnliiiix-lvy, Kula-lv. Auurl-nrem Sumllieinwl BASKETBALI. RESERVES It is a well known fact that often the real heroes are those about whom nothing' is saiul. They may be :loing a great work but still they remain in the background. Of such are the Reserves. They have been working harml all year, giving their time r0 that the team might benefit by it. The seeonnl squafl came out and workeil as faith- fully as the Varsity men even though they knew they coultl not all make the Varsity. Although they haul only a few opportunities to show their skill publicly, they tlirl their part willingly. It was against them that the Varsity trieml out all their plays. It was by their 1-ftolts that the team was built into a unifieel organization. These combats with the sc-conml squatl tlitl much to prepare the Varsity for their strenuous season. Kosenberger anrl Kibele deserve a great aleal of creclit. Their faithfulness, to- gether with harrl work, earned for them berths on the Varsity before the enrl of the season. Sunrlheimer and Augsburger are two stellar guarrls anrl will be heard from in the future. Hilty anrl Springer, though this is their first year, look very promising. We take our hats ofl' to the seconrl team. 'l'oo often their rleemls are unsung but they are a vital factor in the development of' any team. x Rx fi 140 2.1 f If-611U7,S ml f X MiCf.a1'd Maus X i CHEER LEADERS Following a tryout in chapel last fall, the cheer leaders were elected by the stu- dent body. Dwight Murray was again chosen cheer master and Howard Michaud and Richard Maus, cheer leaders. However, upon the resignation of the cheer master Howard Michaud was picked by the students to fill the vacancy. A great deal of credit must be given to these men for the splendid yelling at the different athletic games and contests. Howdy with his unusual amount of wit and humor was able to draw out the most possible noise from the rooting squad. His pep and enthusiasm aroused the same in the spectators on the sidelines. Dick was only a shade behind the master in this line of activity. With several years of high school experience to back him up he proved himself to be quite proficient at this throat split- ting business. These Uhowling geniusesn were a big factor in the support which all teams must have. Michaud will be lost by graduation. X f MX f A5 141 xx HIKING L'I.l'Ii 'l'h+1 fum of the whole is this: Walk :mil he happy, Walk aml he healthy. Sw with u goal uf nm- llLIIlllI'f'4I milf-s hei'zn'e them, I.Ilf'ht' girls, knights of the road . ret out nfttimes In-l'4nw nhl S1,I :n'i.-of xvfth :i via-xx to 4-nw-i-ing' tvn miles at a time, an'l with the entl ut' happiness aml health in view. Some hecomc- llImCOLIl'1lI1C1I and fall out by thr- way hut most of them are valiant and coui'ay.5enus and cfmtimne thru the various portions of the hunwlrml miles, returning home tirerl in holly, hut m,-vertlieless healthier and happier. At the rfnrl nf the lung matl in hiking, ax 1.fl'C'2l.I.I'I' rmfwarfl awaits thc- travelers, for the IUIILK-I00lCf'4l for anfl clifwisliwl symbol ol' olfl llluflton, the emblem of their many hikes, zz Il , if hanwlefl each of the hikers. MICIIIIIICHS OF TI-IIC HIKING CLUB Manager-Nona Miller Miriam Leaman Mary Salzman Edna van :ler Smissen Mabel Williams Ruth Helen Augspurger Arvilla Wittrig Edith Steiner Grace Steiner Emma Lowenberg Laoma Hilty Agnes Sprunger Esther Burkhart! Mabel Yoflr-r Fluflora Lehman Ruth Kraft Kathleen Lugibihl Elrlora Gratz Melt-ina Gerber Florence Schumacher Alma Schrag Letta Schwartz Inez Lehman Eva Diller Margzirc-t Kimmel Evelyn Niswamler Kathryn Lawrence 142 . .-.tv .,...- 1 1.-...A ,N A r ' I l l l l ll l l i 'l ll ll alll ill, i'l l I l 'li l, lll lui ll x I I l l 1 l l l l i l 1 l li I. :fl li I -,...,..,.. V-b , In f.fA:,..,l 1 fn- -- -7- -Y , , , . ,f NJ -,f LA- A M A ---------1---1---4------'--f ---- ,-. , 1 , 17757--.v.-..J BASE BALL 1 'Z J A 4 W , , - ,,...i.i.---J f f, Y Y, --------'-'- ' f 5 QX iff ' , -- , 4 V-f--'W f , 3: :g.Q, 143 ll! Isa-,f1.srfxl X 2? E X BASEBA LL REVIEW Baseball-the national game-always finds an enthusiastic following in Bluffton College. This season was no exception, and with the early advent of warm weather, which permitted outdcor practice almost from the start, each day found from 20 to 25 aspirants for the Varsity cavorting on the baseball field. The process of selecting a regular team from the big list of eligibles proved to be no easy task. Coach A. C. Burcky, hero of more than one pitcher's battle in his time, solved the problem by retaining the entire group, and giving each candidate an oppor- tunity to develop along his own special line. The entire squad was fully uniformed, and by judicious handling of his material in certain situations in the game, the Bluff- ton mentor was often able to secuie a few additional counters by a strengthened offers: and defense The outlook at the start of the season was especially favorable, with a number of veterans on deck. Other men with experience in high school and independent circles promised to make the veterans hustle for their positions. Under the tutelage of Coach Burcky, a well rounded aggregation was put on the field. However, weakness with the stick has been the chief cause of the defeats to date, and if this department is bolster- ed, a change in the position of Bluffton in the Conference can be expected. The schedule this year was the same as in previous years, with the exception of a game with Capitol University as a feature of Booster Day on May 2. This was the premier test for the Varsity, and the team suffered a 17-4 set back at the hands of the Columbus nine. The following Wednesday the squad took on Ohio Northern at Ada and was defeated by the narrow margin of one run. Due to the inability of the regu- lar pitchers, Howe and R. Clymer, to perform, Jeff Gottshall was drafted for mound duty, and gave a good account of himself. On May 9 the first Conference encounter was staged at Defiance. Masterful twirl- ing by Swisher, Defiance College ace, held the Burckymen in check thruout. Defiance garnered seven markers while Bluffton was held scoreless. R. Clymer pitched nice ball in this contest, whiffing eleven of the yellow jackets and allowing only five scattered hits. Toledo gained a 4-3 verdict over the locals in a five-inning game played here the following week. A doubtful decision in the fifth prevented a tying run and gave the game to Toledo as rain forced an end to the pastime. Bowling Green was next in line, and the teachers batted their way to an 8-5 win on May 20. R. Clymer and Howe worked for Bluffton. The team showed improved hitting strength in this game, but lacked the punch at opportune moments. On Saturday, May 23, a double header was played here with Findlay. This ar- rangement was necessitated by a postponement earlier in the season. Burcky's pro- feges used these encounters to fatten their batting averages, as both games were won, 11-6 and 9-2. Gottshall twirled in the opener and Howe worked in the second game. Howe and Nelson showed up to best advantage with the stick and the whole team had little trouble in connecting with the pill. Return conference tilts still remain to be played at this writing, in addition to the Northern game and a tilt with the Alumni. Mx ..,. A 144 Mx jf ,' l'ZfFhe!1STAI XXI fl 1 First row: Spruuuer. K1-cpl. Streitenberqer, Clymer, Burcky, Augsburxrer. Second row: Clymer. Coach Burcky, Murray, Sumlheimer, Nelon, Howe Third row: Jones. Close. WVelty. Auflsburgrer, Gerber, Troyer. Howe . . . Clymer .... Gottshall .. Sprunger . . . . Burcky ...... Eichelberger Nelson ..... Sundheimer Augsburger BASEBALL LINEUP Pitcher Pitcher Pitcher . . . . 1 b. . . . . 2 b. . . . ss. . . . . 3 b. lf., 3 b. cf., lf. H. Kropf .... W. Jones .... R. Close . . . H. Welty ...... John Augsburger Murray . ..... . . D. Clymer .... M. Troyer . . . M. Gerber .... rf. ....rf. lf. cf. 2b. cf.,c. Catcher Q Capt. J lb. rf. 1 TX XXI I5 I' L ' H 1,- K 3 . 4 Z 6 9 M 0m 9 an an I 9.2 Q ea 6 iw ze fu mm 5 wg GEMM, Szuvmf, 4 i ' ff' Q' 3 1 vfamen Hgllwwal ff ' 00 9' 139 x ,, '5 M l -.qs -Q. fig if F3515 TA I 1 i x n I 1 2 i i E Q I TRACCK ' 2 H X 1411 X Irie-TSTA I X 7' X. f x X TRACK REVIEW The spirit of track was again keen this year. The history of the track team was such that every fellow knew he must strive hard and work faithfully to keep up the past record. Throughout the winter months there were men doing conditioning work. Especially those who were aspirants for the relay team worked in this capacity. The vacant places caused by graduation were ably filled by enthusiastic newcomers and thus with a well balanced team the track season opened. On April 29th the Varsity traveled to Findlay and with little difficulty annexed another victory by the score 94 to 35. The men encountered a new experience in this meet by competing on the turf in the track events as well as in the field events. How- ever, the records show that no grass grew under their feet. On May 2nd our old rivals O. N. U. gave the Varsity the keenest competition they have ever encountered. The outcome of the meet was doubtful until the last event was completed. It was managed to avoid a tie and the final score showed us victors 64 to 62. The relay that followed the meet was highly spirited, however, the time was slow be- cause each man had previously competed in at least three events. It was won in the second quarter by the stellar work of J. Augsburger who overcame a lead of 15 yards. On May 19th we again took on O. N. U. However, this time we fell short of our ex- pectations and lost the meet 8055 to 4555. The previous week Jesse Augsburger sus- tained injuries that withheld him from competitiong because of his absence the relay was forfeited. The Conference meet wiil be held on the College Field on June 9th. It is certain that the meet will be closely contested because the colleges are envious of our record and they are coming here with the spirit of revenge. It is our last meet of the season and it is sure the men will give a good account of themselves to retain the Conference Championship. Individual honor goes to V. Conrad who was high point man in each meet. Gott- shall, J. Augsburger and Salzman have shown their old time form and accumulated many points that helped lead to victory. With the wealth of material that will remain we look forward to a successful sea- son next year. Those who remain and who so nobly achieved this season will, without doubt, achieve again. as 148 f. if , 1 ifmfwsrn lj XX First row: Gottshall, Conrad. Springer. Salzman. Liechty, Lehman Second row: Michaud. Thut, Auy:sburg.:'er, Troyer, Zuercher, Wenger Third l'0'vVI Amxsburger, Kropf, Eash. Benson. Coach Burcky THE TRACK 'TEAM Members Events Points to Date V. Conrad sprints, hurdles, broad jump, discus 61 J. Augsburger hurdles, broad jump, high jump 25 D. Salzman sprints, javelin, discus, middle distance runs 33 C. Gottshall distance and middle distance runs 28 S. Lehman pole vault 9 H. Thut high jump, discus 14 L. Benson distance 1'uns 7 M. Springer sprints 3 P. Wenger shot put 1 G. Hilty hurdles, broad jump 2 M. Hilty shot put 6 M. Troyer shot put 1 D. Murray javelin 3 X f fl Rx D 149 ,ff lfaat-Isml i X XE f - ,,.. 5 l Fonrxul. Augslnir-fer, tluli'-lmll. Swlvman THE RELAY TEA M The fine record of our relay team at the Ohio State field meet is one of which we can be duly proud. Having lost one of the men who was a contestant last year, there were some misgivings as to the ability ol' our relay team this year. But the loss de- veloped into a gain and the boys contested in the Ohio State meet in a very creditable manner. This year the classification ol' the contestants was changed considerably in that all class B universities and colleges in the U. S. were allowed to enter. The fact that Bluffton took Ttli place amply indicates the intensive training which the boys underwent. Colgate University took first place, running the mile in 3:27. The mem- bers of the relay team were V. Conrad, Jesse Augshurger, Jeff Gottshall and Dwight Salzmang running in the order given. Salzman who graduates this year will be great- ly missed but with the other members of the team back, our relay team will no douht have a record year before them. X Mx f' 150 s x N if I X TENNIS N Rx ff fait-Israel l ,Jr f 1 ii:'v it rx: llifly, lfrsli. Mivlmusl 5-1' and rrm 1 lhlrklrarll. tl--im-r. RuSL'IIll',I'l1'0l'. Llflimhll, Reussvr THE TENNIS TEAM The 19235 lmniis tr-am, altlmugli not arliling greatly to the list of Blulfton victories, has time trnf imlmnilalmlv l'lIull'ton spirit. The team is somewhat l1Qll1llll lE4l because there is just nm- of last yi-ar's Varsity mon on the regular squad. The first and sec- onwl singles men of last year are busy with more important activities. Sn far, about hall' of the conference matches have been playetl. With Defiance, Tnlewlo :nal Howling lin-on, Blulfton took the smaller eml of the score, but easily took Findlay into camp. ln the return games, we expect to give the victors a merry chase anrl ailil to our list ui' victories. The llluifton racket wielders this year are trying' to play real tennis, using stand- :ml strokes and flaring, smashing flrives. These do not work every time, but when once uniler control, Rlulltun will easily rank first in the conference. Qt fl 152 X lmfflsral if X X ALUMNI EQVQWE. anis CEP The Alumni Association-just what is its relation to Bluifton College? Does it consist in having the Alumni return to their Alma Mater once a year, of making merry with fellow students around the banquet table, and then going on their ways, to forget about the school until next year? As we think of what the Alumni have done for Bluffton College, of the readiness they have always shown when called on for help, we answer with fervor that the merry making each year is but a lighter mani- festation of the deeper feelings which they hold for the College. In recent periodicals Alumni have been criticised because they force the schools to be governed by their policies, against the better judgment of those in authority. Certainly the Alumni of Bluffton College do not belong to this class, although they are represented on the Board of Trustees, it is more for the purpose of becoming acquaint- ed with the program of the school and helping to carry it out. Perhaps it is because the Alumni are living through the early struggles of the school, and are Charter Mem- bers, so to speak, of collegiate education among the Mennonites of this country, that they have been so intensely interested in the growth and development of the Collge. Whether called on to give financial help, or to sponsor the Glee Clubs when they visit their communities, or to aid in any other work of the College, they have ever been willing to lend a hand. The Alumni Association, from the small beginning of seven members in 1903, has grown from year to year, until in 1925 it has over two-hundred and fifty members. Some credit for this growth must certainly be given to the Alumni themselvesg they have advertised the College by leading the kind of lives for which Bluffton College stands, which is, after all, the best advertisement a school can have. And from making small contributions, they are this year endowing the Chair of Mathematics to the extent of 350,000.00 The appearance of the Campus must indeed be astonishing to one who has not re- visited the College since 1905, or even later. He must feel almost a stranger, except for two things-College Hall and the gift his class presented. But it is surely grati- fying to the Alumni who can return from year to year, to see the progress that is be- ing made on the Campus, and to think th-at they have had a share in the great work. All Bluffton students owe a debt of gratitude to the class of 190 for the happy choice of their class gift-that of planting the Ivy which now adorns College Hall. The elm trees and the stone pillars at the entrance of the drive, the lights on the Science H-all lawn, surely make the Campus a memory that will live long in the hearts of the Alumni. Probably there are many Alumni who will help celebrate the twenty-fifth anni- versary of Bluffton College who have not in many years revisited their Alma Mater. To such it must indeed be a revelation and a joy, th-at in a short twenty-five year'.1 time, so great a development took place. The Alumni Association extends its hearti- est congratulations to those who have the work of the College in charge, and assures them that they will do their utmost in fulthering the work of their Alma Mater. OFFICERS President ...... ............. . . C. H. Sprunger Vice President G. A. Lehman Secretary ..... .... A gnes Amstutz Treasurer .... .... C . F. Byers MX K' A. 153 jf ,X l'6ie-'ISTAI X f X '22 '22 '22 '22 '24 '24 '24 '20 '17 '24 '21 '21 '18 '20 '23 '21 '20 '22 '21 '15 '23 '19 '19 '23 '20 20 22 '22 '24 '17 '18 '23 '24 '20 ' 19 '18 '24 '19 '21 '21 '22 '22 '20 '19 '24 '24 '22 '22 '16 '18 '23 '23 '15 '19 '21 '21 '18 '21 '24 '20 '23 '24 '21 '17 '24 '22 '23 LIST OF A. B. GRADUATES Faery Huber Adams lMrs. Paulj, Fostoria, Ohio, R. F. D. 5 ................ Wife Harold 1-'. Alderfer, Marion, S. U. ................... Superintendent, Teacher Vera Althaus ttlckert, Sycamore, Ohio ............ .. ......,......... .. Agnes Amstutz, Bluffton, Ohio ........ . Edith Amstutz, Lewisburg, Ohio Grace Amstutz, Miller City, Ohio . . . Lenore Amstutz, Pandora, Ohio ........................... Ruth Amstutz, Adrian, Michigan ........................ .... .......... Teacher Teacher . . Teacher Teacher Home Teacher Mary Schumacher Amstutz, Qivrrs. Wm. B.J 423 Cross St., Ann Arbor ....... wire Willis J. Amstutz, Bristol, Indiana ...,................................ Teacher D0l13lCi Augsburger, 238 N. 2nd St., Lewisburg, Penna. ....................... . rred Augsourger, Buhler, Kansas ..................... Superintendent, Teacher Agnes Auten, 411 Newbern Ave., Raleigh, N. C. ...................... Librarian Mary Auten, Randolph-Macon Womens College, Lynchburg, Va. ......... Teacher Amos E. Badertscher, Marion, S. D. ......................... . ...,.... Teacher Helen Baker, North Baltimore, O. ..................................... 'I eacher Byron Basinger, 609 N. Thayer, Ann Arbor, Michigan ...... .. . Medical School Ethel Roulet Basinger, lMrs. Byronl Ann Arbor, Michigan ...... Cleora Basinger, Delphos, Ohio ........................... Rev. Elmer Basinger, rreeman, S, D. ................... . Irvin B. Bauer, Windham, O. ........................ .. Harvey Bauman, M. D. ............................... .. Dr. Ella Barber-Bauman, Hospital, Allentown, Penna. .. Irwin W. Bauman, Hartford Theological Seminary ........ . Donavin Baumgartner, 4214 Behrwood Ave., Cleveland Wife . . . . . . Teacher Preacher Teacher Medical Missionary Medical Missionary Student Medical School . . . . . . Teacher Bonnie Steiner Baumgartner, lMrs. Donavinj, Cleveland .... ....... T eacher Ira Baumgartner, Rawson, Ohio ........................... Mabel Smith Baumgartner, Rawson, Ohio, QMrs. Iraj ..................... J. Gaius Baumgartner, Jenera, Ohio, 7753 S. May St., Chicago Martin Baumgartner, 6538 Kenwood Ave., Chicago, lll. .... .... ..... . Bernice Bogart Baumgartner fMrs. Martin, Chicago, Ill. ..... ....... . Olin C. Baumgartner, Reily, Ohio ...................... Helen Bechtel, Bally, Penna. ......................... . Harvey E. Beidler, Bluffton, Ohio ............ A. M. C. Edward Bender, Bluffton, Ohio .......... .. Olga Kennel Berky QMrs. H. W., Bluffton, O. ........................... . Clara Birky, Ada, Ohio, 126 E. Highland Ave. ............ . Wife Music Student Salesman Wife . . . . . . . Teacher ......... Teacher College teacher Superintendent Wife Teacher Dr. Rosella Biedcrman, Children's bree Hospital, Louisville, Ky. Medical Missionary Gordon Bixel, Bixel-Moser Co., Kitchener, Ont. ......... . Madeline Bixel, Pandora, Ohio ............................ Munson R. Bixel, Harrison Club Hotel, Cincinnati .............. Russell Bixel, 702512 S. Main St., Lima, Ohio ................ Business, Manufacturer Teacher Medical Student . . .... . . . Salesman Helen Schwartzentraub Blumenshine lMrs. Leo.J, Washington, lll. ......... Wife Dr. Isaac Boehr, Tecumseh, Nebraska .................................. Doctor Herbert Bowers, Y. M. C. A., Honolulu, Hawaii ........... Y. M. C. A. Secretary Mildred Brenneman, Hopedale, lll. .............. .............. ' feacher Gerhard Buhler, Bluffton, 0. ................. ............ '1 'eacher A. C. Burcky, Bluffton, O. ............. ....... C oach Martha Burkhalter, Berne, Indiana ...... Missionary Noah L. Burkhalter, deceased C. Floyd Byers, 811 W. Elm St., Lima, O. ..................... . . .. Y. M. C. A. Ida Kennel Byers, QMrs. C. Floyd, ............................ ........ W ife May Carolus Crouse, lMrs Ifloydj El Verjel, Angol, Chile, S. A. ...... Missionary Verna Davidson, Lima, Ohio .......................................... Teacher Allan R. Day, 1400 E. Walnut Lane, Germantown, Penna. .......... Univ. Student Mae Heller Day, CMrs. Allan RJ, Germantown, Penna. Metta Lehman Dean, lMrs. Davidj, Shen Lu Chiek, K'nei Wife Chai Ch'ang Peking, china ................................. - ................. f ..... w ife Paul Hochstettler, Elyria, O. ........................................ . Vera Holtzapple, Magnolia, O. .. Wilbur Howe, Bluffton, Ohio . Alma Iutzi, Delphos, O. ............................ . Gladys loder, Princeton, Ill. ......................... . Jacob Jantz, 609 Williams St., Ann Arbor, Mich. ........ . Rev. Edmund Kauffman, Kai Chow, Chili Province, China .. John M. Kauffman, 702 E. Harrison St., Kirksville, Mo. ......... . Kennion K. Kauffman, 1708 Wooster Rd., Rocky River, O. Teacher Teacher ......... . .. College Teacher Teacher Home . . . Medical student ... . . . .. Missionary Medical student Medical Student Magdalene Baumgartner Kauffman lMrs. K. KJ, Rocky River, 0. ...... Teacher Rx 154 I'o7ieX1STAI ,Jr f N. . . . . . . Minister Elrena Tschantz Keiser QMrs. A. RJ, Dalton, O. .......................... Wife Elmer M. Kennel, Y. M. C. A., Dayton, O., 500 S. Summit St. ....... Y. M. Secfy. Rev. Austin R. Keiser, Dalton, O. ........................... . Blanche Augsburger Kennel fMrs. Elmer MJ Dayton, O. Wife Chancey D. King, 720 W. 26th St., Chicago, Ill. ................ Medical Student Clara Kinsinger, Meadows, Ill. ........................................ Teacher Wilma Kirchhofer, Smithville, O. ..................................... Teacher Pauline Stultz Kiser QMrs. F. AJ 29 W. Winter St., Delaware, O. .......... Wife Harry L. Kohler, Brookings, S. D. ............................. College Teacher Ella Welty Kohler CMrs Harryj Brookings, S. D. ........................ Wife Homer J. Kohli, Medina, Ohio, R. F. D. 5 .............. Superintendent, Teacher Harriet Scheid Krabill QMrs. Melvinj, Wadsworth, Ohio .................. Wife Edna Iutzi Kraft, Mrs. C. WJ, 10538 Waterloo Ave., Detroit ......... Wife Lester C. Kraft, 6300 W. Gr. River Ave., Detroit, Mich. ....... ........ T eacher Harry C. Krehbiel, 1701 B. St., Pullman, Washington ....... .. Univ. Student Robert D. Krehbiel, Cutler, Cal. ..................... ........ M erchant Ruth Krehbiel, Bluiton, O. ............................ College teacher Ruth Ringelman Dickey fMrs. R. JJ Parlier, California ........ Teacher Jesse Diller, 107 W. 11th Ave., Columbus, Ohio ...... ............ U niv. Student Frank U. Dyck, Winkler, Manitoba, Canada ........................... Teacher Della Luginbuhl Egly fMrs. W. HJ 613 Oakland Ave., Ann Arbor U. Librarian Mary I. Evans, Cortland, O. .......................................... Teacher Ethel Schindler Fast CMrs. Henryj, Bluffton, Ohio ........................ Wife Thomas W. Fenton, Bluffton, Ohio ................ Time Keeper Samuel L. Flueckiger, Kewanee, Ill. ..................... ............. T eacher A. M. Gustav Frey, Hillsboro, Kansas ......................... College Teacher Ruth Hochstettler Fulton fMrs. Jesseb, 558 Mulberry St., Mansfield, O. ..... Wife Estelle M. Geiger, Bluffton, O. ........................................ Teacher Homer H. Geiger, South Euclid, O. ................................... Teacher Flora Gottshall Geiger, fMrs. Homer HJ, South Euclid, O. Teacher F. Steiner Geiger, Hamlet, Indiana ......................... Teacher John Geiger, 307 N. Main St., Mt. Vernon, O. ............. Teacher Herbert Gottshall, Painesville, O. ........... Teacher Dr. Levi Gratz, 512 N. 4th St., Palatka, Fla. .... . Vera Rogers Gratz fMrs Levij, Palatka, Fla. .. ..... ' . Wife Lillie Gratz, Tarlton, Ohio .................. ..... '1 'eacher Charles Grothaus, Belle Center, O. ................... ...... T eacher Rev. Alfred Habeggar, Busby, Montana ................ .... M issionary Martha Baumgartner Habeggar fMrs. C. TJ Berne, Ind. .. ....... Wife Joe F. Habeggar, Berne, Indian-a ....................... Salesman Edna R. Hanley, Bluffton, Ohio .................................... Secretary Evelyn Harmon, Alger, Ohio ........................................ Teacher Mildred Bixel Hartman QMrs. Oscarj 312 W. Wilson Ave., Glendale, Cal. .. Wife Owen F. Hatfield, Dunkirk, N. Y., 627 Washington Ave. ................ Teacher Milo Herr, Buhler, Kansas .......................................... Teacher Mabel Castanien Hilbish QMrs. Russellj 239 Metz, Ave., Akron, O. .. .... Wife Bedros Snarian, 10644 Cedar Ave. S. E. Cleveland, O. .............. Minister Cordelia Lahr, Winchester, 'Indiana ................... Teacher Dorothy Landis, Laceyville, Penna. ................. Teacher Lillian Lantz, St. Charles, Ill. ............. Teacher Ruth Lantz, Loda, Ill. ...................... Teacher Hilda Leete, 1618 Lakewood Ave., Lima, O. ....... Teacher Austin F. Lehmann, Dennison, O. ................... ..... T eacher C. 0. Lehman, 231 W. 4th Ave., Apt. 2, Columbus O. .... U. Student Carol Betzner Lehman QMrs. C. 0.5, Columbus, Ohio ....... ........ W ife Huldah Moser Lehman QMrs. G. AJ Bluffton, Ohio ...................... Wife Rev. M. M. Lehman, 1500 W. 72nd Place, Chicago, Ill. ................. Minister Menno I. Lehman, Y. M. C. A., Fostoria, O .............. Athletic director Y. M. Christine Habeggar Leiper, fMrs. M. HJ Blauvelt, N. Y. ................. Wife Helen Adams Liszt Jr. QMrs. Edwardj, Koppel, Pa. ....................... Wife Reuben Liechty, Berne, Ind. ............................... . .. Business Edward Liechty, Ottawa, O. ......................................... Teacher John H. Lorenz, Nagar Kurnool, via J anumpett, Deccan, India ....... Missionary Corrienne Lowry, 796 S. Main St., Lima ...................... Estelle Lugibill, Hurley, S. D. ............................. Teacher Nelle Lugibill, Bluffton, O. ...................................... .... C lerk Esta Lugibill, Fremont, O. ........................................... Teacher Ethel Steinman Magee fMrs. Russellj 1871 E. 97th St., Cleveland, O. .... 'Teacher Nettie Moser Martin CMrs. J. AJ Cuyaba, Matta Grossa, Brazil, S. A. Missionary Charles W. Miller, 9325 Amwell Ave., Cleveland, O. ................. U. Student NN E Rx 155 A faf l'Cvf:iC'l15 mg Z!! X Alford Moser, Deer Creek, Ill. ........................................ Teacher Elizabeth Moser, Nurses' Home, John Hopkins' Hospital, Baltimore, Md. .. Student Ezra Moser, Bixel-Moser Co., Kitchener, Ont., Canada ............ Manufacturer Homer Moser, Vuyaba, Matto Grosso, Brazil, Caixa 41 .............. Missionary Edith Lahr Moser, tMrs. Homerj, Matto Grosso, Brazil, Caixa 41 .... Missionary Rev. John F. Moyer, Bethel College, Newton, Kansas ............ College teacher Metta Habeggar Moyer fMrs. S. TJ Basna via Raigarh, C. P. India .. Missionary Aaron Myers, 4947 Folsom St., Philadelphia, Penna. ................... Teacher Lenore Miller Myers tMrs. Aaronl Philadelphia, Penna. ................ Teacher Elizabeth Kunst Myers Mrs. J. O. HJ 109 N. Mulberry St., Lancaster, Pa. .. Wife Reuel Niswander, Oakwood, O. ...................................... Teacher Rev. A. J. Neuenschwander, 2416 N. Sixth, Philadelphia, Penna. ........ Minister S. Floyd Pannabccker, Tamingfu, C. P., China ...................... Sylvia Tschantz Pannabecker fMrs. S. Floydj ..................... Missionary Missionary C. Lloyd Pannabecker, Ann Arbor, Mich., 607 E. William St. .. Medical Missionary Lelia Roth Pannabecker CMrs. C. Lloydl, Ann Arbor, Mich. ............... Wife Wanda Battles Quigley lMrs. Raymondj 1619 E. 73d St., Cleveland, O. ..... Wife ' U Harry Ramseyer, Pulaski, Ia. .......................... . ...... .. .. . Student Lloyd Ramseyer, Heywortli, Illinois ..... . .... ...................... T eacher Obern Ramseyer, Deceased V. C. Ramseyer, Pulaski, Iowa Joseph Rediger, San Rafael, Calif., Box 173 Teacher Abram M. Rickert, Minerva, O. ............ .. Teacher Marie Ringelman, Caruthers, Calif. ....... .. .. . .. Teacher Thyra Roberts, Barberton, O. R. F. D. 2 .............. ..,. T eacher Arthur S. Rosenberger, Pandora, O. ................... ..., Il Iiniste: Ella Habeggar Rosenberger, lMrs. A. SJ Pandora, O. ........... ..... W ife Mildred Russel, Morral, O. ....................................... .. Teacher Nellie Eaton Sarrick, QMrs. G. LJ 516 Ysilboia, Los Angeles, Calif. .... Wife Pauline Schantz, Tiskilwa, Ill. ................................... .. Teacher Theodore G. Scheid, Jr. 103 W. Washington St., Havana, Ill. .. Teacher Winifred Scheid, 843 W. Spring St., Lima, 0. ............... ......... T eacher Augusta Schmidt, Goessel, Kansas ....................... ............. W ife Raymond R. Schryer, Bluffton, 0. ............................ Insurance Agent Dr. Waldo Schumacher, 210 Walnut Place, Syracuse, N. Y. .......... U. Teacher William Schumacher, Garrison, N. D. ................................. Teacher Alice Mueller Settlage CMrs. W. AJ 18654 Washington St., Tiffin, O. Wife Wilmer Shelly, Armington, Ill. ....................................... Teacher Emma Good Shelly lMrs. Wilmerj Armington, Ill. ...... ........ . . Teacher Nelle Shuler, Marseilles, lll. ....................... .... T eacher Alta Smith, Metamora, Ill. ..................... ....... H ome Dora Soldner, Berne, Ind. ........................... U. Student Rev. Grover T. Soldner, Souderton, Penna. ........... . Beulah Geiger Soldner iMrs. G. TJ Souderton, Penna. .... Minister Wife Selma Suter Sommer QMrs. C. CJ Crawfordsville, Iowa ......... Wife Byron Spangler, Rockford, O .......................... ....... T eacher Clifton H. Sprunger, Y. M. C. A. Ft. Wayne, Ind. ...... .... Y . M. Sec'y. Helen Kennel Sprunger, tMrs. E. HJ Detroit, Mich. ......... Wife Milton Sprunger, Buda, Ill. ......................... .... T eacher Ernest Stahly, Ashville, N. Carolina ................ .. Teacher Edwin S. Stauffer, Rear 1292 Neal Ave., Columbus, O. .. Teacher William Stauffer, Pana, Ill. ......................... .... T eacher Erma Stearns, Upper Sandusky, O. ............... ...... T eacher Mamie Stearns, Bluffton, O. ............... Restaurant Tesla E. Stearns, Third St., Alpena, Mich. .. .... Teacher Clorinda Steiner, Rushsylvania, 0. ........ .. Teacher Elvina Steiner, Pandora, O. ........................ Teacher Jesse Steiner, Bluffton, Ohio ......................... .. Teacher Naomi Steiner, 1212 W. Clifton Blvd., Lakewood, O. .. Teacher Susan Steiner, Pandora, O. ......................... .... H ome Clair Stettler, Logan, O. ......................... .. Teacher Sidney C. Stettler, Bluffton, O. ................. ' ............... .. Student Abraham D. Stoesz, Hillsboro, Kansas ............................ .. Teacher Carrie Sutter Stratton lMrs. Raymond! 886 W. Spring St., Lima, O. ........ Wife Frieda Streid, Washington, Ill. ........................................ Home Lyle Strubhar, Washington, Ill. ............................ Hatchery Business Verna Krabill Strubhar, lMrs. Lylej Washington, Ill. .............. Wife Clair W. Studer, 2100 Beaver Ave., McKeesport, Pa. .. ......... Teacher Walter Studer, Ney, Ohio ......................... . Studer as 156 X l'E7zo'1,S TA I 7! x f '15 '17 '22 '15 '17 '20 '22 '24 '24 '24 '23 '21 '21 '23 '21 '22 '21 '23 '20 '21 '17 '20 '21 '16 '16 '23 '22 '17 '21 '24 '19 '23 '23 Otto E. Stultz, 701 E. Benton St., Wapakoneta, O. ....... Teacher Waldo Suter, 236 W. Second Ave., Columbus, O. ....... ........ U . Student Otho Thompson, 3609 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. ......... Medical student Charlotte Townsend, Gen. Sec'y. Y. W. C. A., Beloit, Wis. . ...... Y. W. C A. Teacher Teacher Charles S. Trachsel, 407 Dubuque St., Iowa City, Ia. .... ...... . Clyde M. Tschantz, Marshallville, O. ..................... Rebecca Hoge Tschantz iMrs. Clyde MJ Marshallville, O. ..... Wife Sylvia W. Thut, Peninsula, O. ........................... .... T eacher Bernice Thut, Lima, O., R. F. D. .................... ......... T eacher Helen M. Todd, Wapakoneta, O. ........................ ............ T eacher Maurice E. Troyer, Bureau Twp. H. S., Princeton, Ill. .................. Teacher Minister . . Wife Rev. John D. Warkentin, Lostwoocl, N. D. .................... Teacher, Hermina Augsburger Warkentin fMrs. Johnl Lostwood, N. D. ......... . Harry F. Weber, 502 Seventh Ave., Sterling, Ill. ...................... Teacher Delbert Welty, Reedley, Cal. ........................... . ........ .. Fred A. Welty, Lima Rescue Home, Lima, Ohio .. .... Teacher Leo. Welty, Wooster, O. ......................,.. ..... ...... T e acher Leonard B. Welty, Reedley, Calif. ........................ .............. . Paul S. Welty, 1607 Lantz Ave., Fort Wayne, Ind. ................. Y. M. C. A. Dr. Scudder Welty, Rialto Theatre Bldg., Fort Wayne, Ind. ............ Physician Rev. S. Roy Welty, Lima Rescue Home, Lima, O., 329 N. Central Ave. ......... . Viola Welty, Y. W. C. A., Evansville, Incl. .......................... Y. W. C A. Marie Augspurger Wenger QMrs. Harry! Apt. 411, Ambassador Apts., Indianapolis. Ind. ............................................... Wife Ralph E. West, 52 S. 7th St.. Minneapolis, Minn. ..............,. Sales Manager Sarabelle Brubaker West 1Mrs. Ralph EJ Minneapolis, Minn. .. .......... Wife Fannie Clymer Wickersham fMrs. W. CJ Quakertown, Pa. ............... Wife Abram H. Wiebe, Bluffton, O. ................................ College teacher Laura Amstutz Witwer, deceased ........................ ................. Raymond C. Wulliman, 56 N. Park St., Tuscola, Ill. ............ Medical student Marie Warkentin. Pierpont. S. D. ......... 1 .......................... Teacher Ruth Strubhar Yeck fMrs. Raymondj 12732 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. O. ..... . . .. ..................................... . . . Preparing for nnsslon work Oswin Zuercher, 204 W. Green St.. Connellsville. Pa. ................... Teacher Priscilla Leatherman Zuercher fMrs. Oswinl, Connellsville, Pa. ............ Wife R. 157 ,11... . FE: 157-17 d--41, A 3-. D-,k 'QD X ' , .Q v 4. , 4 6 .fn X -1 V 4- ,. .k P' '- 1--sr -rl 'P 4 1 -I-W ,ESILMHINU 'SHE-ivtbi-l??E-, X AJ 258, f mee-ISTAI 257 Q DIARY 'Q 5 WRST xx X Qlxi , 1 iL5, IU! f 'S 3 I X45 'RN us I lm-751A I X 7' X. f x N SEPTEMBER Tues. 16-Registration day. The boys outnumber the girls two to one. Wed. 17-Classes start. Frosh look for class rooms, and their Bibles . Prexy gives the opening address at Chapel. Thur. 18-Y. W. hike to the woods. Nothing unusual happens aside from lost heels, bloody noses and torn dresses. Fellows feel deserted at dinner. Fri. 19-Y. M. and Y. W. reception in the gym. Frosh hear the law as read by an old, white-haired Soph. Some F1'0Si'l do not comprehend. Sat. 20-First edition of the College weekly, Wit . Leroy WValkie gives a three hour concert in his room on fourth floor. Sun. 21-Dedicatory service for new pipe organ at Mennonite church. New stu- dents entertained in private homes. Mon. 22-Y. M. stag on athletic field. A good time-cider and hot dogs. Tue. 23-First open literary program. Sophomore boys summon Frosh to Room 33 to explain to them the term fussing. Wed. 24-Harold Eash and Kenneth Wright violate the instructions they received last nite. Thur. 25-Y. W. Pageant. Organization of Lincoln Hall. Bill Geiger is elected president. Fri. 26-An ideal day. Even the Frosh are feeling good. Sat. 27-Picture sale in front of Ropp Hall. Rudy bids high for Girl's Debating' team. There's a reason. Senior girls entertain the H. S. teachers. Sun. 28-Eash, Wright and Augspurger walk back from Lima thru the rain after mid-night. They get to bed at four in the morning. Mon. 29-Faculty recital. Standing room only. Tue. 30-First closed literary program. Walkie discontinues his daily concerts-he must get a new string. OCTOBER Wed. 1--Tug o' war. Sophs and Frosh equally strong. First number of the music- lecture course. Dates . Thur. 2-Y. W. recognition service. Open discussion on the race problem at Y. M. meeting. Fri. --Political campaign in Lincoln Hall. All three parties well represented. Republican headquarters in Room 10. Pity Rosie. Sat. 4-First Foot Ball game of season. Bluffton 2, Ohio Northern 19. Sun. 5-Everybody goes to church-it's church going Sunday. Mon. 6-First game of world series . Seniors 10, Sophs 4. Tue. 7-Rowdy is asked to discuss a Group of two in Sociology. Class grins hut Rowdy blushes-Ringer ditto. Enthusiastic hikers organize. Motives are varied- reducing seems to be the most important. Wed. 8-Miriam breaks her record-no letter today. Thur. 9-Second game of series. Juniors 89 Frosh 2. Fri. 10-Sophs and Frosh have parties. Frosh return and find their rooms ran- sacked and their bedding blocks the halls and stairway. Froshs' cider disappears dur- ing party. Sat. 11-Glen Kropf and Ray Lantz visit friends at the college. Sun. 12-Vesper services. Dr. J. E. Hartzler gives the address. Mon. 13-Walkie entertains a large audience on fourth floor when he, for the sec- ond time, delivers his notorious Freshmen address. ' Tue. 14-Lecture by Ada Ward on, You Americans . More dates. Wed. 15-The whole school poses for a picture. The result is a fair production. Thur. 16-August Nagel has a date. Fri. 17-Mennonite and Methodist churches entertain students. Over three hun- dred dollars is subscribd for Y. M.. Sat. lx-Football with Findlay. Burcky's men keep Findlay from scoring--but Mx 160 P 7 'F Jiffrfzif7'f i 'fw51i'fjff?i'i1digits-DEIL5Till'F Tai ' Pg 5 'Q their opponents do likewise. 'J Sun. 19-Mrs. Burkhard visits her children at the college. i Mon. 20--A wiener roast at Ellen Bixel's home. I Tue. 21-Third game of series. Sophs 153 Frosh 5. 'i Wed. 22-Fourth game of series. Juniors 55 Seniors 4. All chemistry students Hi , are seen studying-a lab. quiz. 1 l Thur. 23-A number of students hear Paul Whitman's Jazz Orchestra at Lima. V Fri. 24-Dr. Neufeld gives illustrated lecture on, Mennonites in Russia. Junior ? E1 girls tie tin cups on Senor girls door knobs. Why ?? l Sat. 25-Senior sneak day to Columbus. Juniors are dignified seniors. Seniors J ,yi display in Reading room. 1 'N' Sun. 26-Seniors have general scramble for cosmetics before Sunday school. Q n Mon. 27-Recital by conservatory students. Tue. 28--Open Literary program. The Bluffton Giants and Martha and Clara 4 E. furnish the humor. 4 Wed. 29.- Dad expounds at Choral. Q ,Q Thur. 30-Prof. Howe gives a fine talk at Y on Readings of the College Man. L 5 Fri. 31-Hallowe'en. Big doings in Bluffton. Heaps 0' fun. I 1 5 NOVEMBER . le. Sat. 1-Paul Niswander and Merle Lehman from Dalton visited friends at the l , college. Q Sun. 2-Ropp Hall diners are entertained at Pandora. Some feed! Q .E Mon. 3-Everybody complains about Ropp Hall grub. Too much contrast. Q , , Tue. 4-Election day. Girls invited to Lincoln Hall to hear the returns. Five loyal 1 fi supporters stay up all night to learn how their parties are faring. li Wed. 5-Lecture at Church. Solicitation of new students for Literary societies. y . Thur. 6-Dedicatory program for the new piano at Y. M. 1 Fri. 7-Frosh decide to have their second party of the semester the Iirst Saturday , ., after Thanksgiving. Why not before? 5 Sat. 8-Nona, Ruth, Maggie, Cloy and Hershy migrate to Holmes county in Her- J li shy's mwer. l ' f'fm'z 1'1nTm'fv, I. ,l Sun. 9-Vesper address by Rev. William Snrdival from Ottawa. ii Mon. 10-A number of the students hear the Cincinnati Symphony at Lima. ' Tue. 11-Armistice day. Special services at Chapel. Piano concert by Leo Orn- stein. Wed. 12-Junior play cast become early risers--practice at 6:30.. A number of dates are already contracted for the Freshmen party. Thur. 13- Kennie Wright and Vern Conrad are very happy-but Edna and Ida Mae are happy too. Fri. 14-Everybody is getting ready for the big Homecoming game. Beat Bow- ling Green or Bust. Sat. 15-A big parade. Classes and organizations display floats. Bowling Green 6g Bluffton 0. Sun. 16-Football men keep their vow. They attend church in their whiskers. Mon. 17-First sign of winter-cold and snow. A few of the fellows have bad luck coming back from Wooster. Tue. 18-Philo-Adelphian and Alethean-Athenian socials. Good times and good eats. Wed. 19-Football men have disfigured faces. Pete is ready to join the House of David. Dr. Thut speaks at Y. M. and Y. M. Thur. 20-Prof. King looking at Bob Byers in Sociology asks, Is Mr. Byers here? No wonder, Bob's on the football squad. i Fri. 21-Last game of season. Defiance 125 Bluffton 6. Connie makes touchdown in last quarter. All men shave. Pete is relieved. Sat. 22-Violetta Thompson and Helen Lugibihl entertain Seniors. A number of Xl students see the play 'tLightnin at Lima. 71 xt W Hg X-A X i ffl! 1 L 'fsck'-T -r '- - M gii 'f' 'T 1161 71 f me-rsral X Xl ff Sun. 23-Roy Clymer violates Freshmen tradition. Mon. 24-Student recital. Walkie asks if Thanksgiving comes on Sunday this year. Tue. 25-Rosie makes the following announcement at dinner, after Monday, Tues- day and Wednesday comes Thursday, Friday and Saturday. He wins the ice cream. Wed. 26-Lecture by Dr. Brand on Mn Philipino. Freshies adorn themselves. Tomorrow we have dates. Thur. 27-Thanksgiving Day. No school. Freshmen sheiks are seen at Ropp Hall. Fri. 28-Open House at Lincoln Hall. A number of old students visit college. Sat. 29-Freshmen party. Their anticipations are realized. Grace Steiner enter- trains a number of students at her home. Sun. 30-Ropp Hall lobby is crowded. Frosh are in the game too. DECEMBER Mon. 1-Blue Monday. Tue. 2-Illustrated lecture at H. S. under auspices of the state Y. M. C. A. Wed. 3-Herb Seamon speaks at our regular Y. meeting. Thur. -L-Y. W. meeting with H. S. girls. Fri. 5--Stunt nite. Frosh feel very much at home in their stunt. Many arrests are made for minor offenses. Sat. 6-Party in Mable William's room. Freshmen fellows are again the main lobbyists at Ropp Hall. Sun. 7-Two renditions of the Messiah at Mennonite Church. Mon. 8-Edwin YVhitney reads, The Fortune Hunter' to a large audience at the high school . Tue. 9-Findlay Seniors spend their sneak dav in Bluffton. Mosh give program at Open Literary. Wed. 10-A number of Frosh and Sophs decide to remain Within the campus till February 15. Thur. 11-Musical Christmas program at Y. W. Fri. 12-Miss Krehbiel has wild time with Glee Club girls. Edith and Miriam faint at 5:30 a. m. rehearsal. Sat. 13-First Basket ball game of the season. Lima Bantas 19: Bluffton 17. Sun. 14-Cloy Miller and Harold Eash sleep in one single bed after they mistake the dummie in the other bed for a human being. Mon. 15-Y. W. Christmas pagaent. Tue. 16-Junior class play. A great success. Wed. 17-Junior class repeats play to another large audience. Dad feeds his performers at the Iron Lantern. Thur. 18-Basket ball with O. N. U. Bluffton 17g 0. N. 18. Ropp Hall farewell party. Pete Wiebe goes home for the first time in three years. Fri. 19-Vacation begins. Good bye Bluffton. JANUARY Mon. 5-Rowdy comes back a day early-but no wonder, Ringer is back too. Tue. 6-Vacation is over, every body back. No recitations, the Professors forgot the assignments. . Thur. 8-Fonest, our good friend and pal, discontinues his school work to take a position in a bank at Orrville, 0. Dr. Ruge gives preliminary tests. Fri. 9-Sleighing party at Burkholder's. Bennie goes horseback riding. Rudy and Katie go to Findlay. Sat. 10-Ralph Miller and Paul Wenger go to Columbus on a business trip. Walkie goes along to visit his bmther. Sun. 11-Johnnie Augspurger creates laughter at the table by his backward expresdon. Mon. IZ-Rowdy creates a Jewish atmosphere by his peculiar brogue. Page dis- plays cave man stunts in dining hall. Ai.. J- - 152 ff lmfisral Tue 13.-Violin concert by Miss Ray. Walkie refuses a date at dinner but changes his mind after it is too late. Wed. 14--Rowdy makes church choir announcement at dinner which creates laugh- ter. He surely is a Jew . Thur. 15-Freshmen have party at Grange . Wifty speaks at Y. M. Fri. 16-Two basket ball games. Bluffton 255 St. Johns 40. Bluffton 145 Bell Cen- ter 15. Sat. 17-Sam Burkhard gives a violin recital at Mt. Cory. Sun. 18-Vesper address by Rev. Quiring. Mon. 19-Eldora Gratz gets too much sulfur dioxide in chemistry lab. Tryouts for Ohio-Mich., debating teams. Tue. 20- Literary. Wed. 21-Basketball game at Bowling Green. Bluffton 205 Bowling Green 30. Thur. 22-Y. M. and Y. VV. exchange letters on general conception of ideal men and ideal women. Fri. 23-Cloy Miller and Carl Yoder hike to Detroit to see the total eclipse. Merle Folk's latest compositions, Don't forget the Sunshine and Forget it all , now on sale at Edgar's. Sat. 2-1-Students in grotesque positions gazing at old sol who is partly eclipsed. Our astronomeis return from Detroit. Bluffton Wins. Bliiton 275 Adrian 21. Sun. 25-Bob Byers entertains in honor of Haps . Mon. 26-I.. Verne Slout players git e, The Right Road. Tue. 27-Men's Glee Club concert at Dola. Wed. 28-Old quartet serenades Ropp Hall. Thur. 29-Mr. Piermont, Y. M. Secretary at Lima, speaks at Y. M. Fri. 30-Exams begin and so does misery. Bluffton Wins over Toledo U. 15 to 14 in an overtime game. Sat. 31-More exams. Basket ball game at Findlay. Bluffton 365 Findlay 9. FEBRUARY Sun. 1-Vesper address by Rev. Jacobs from Lima. Mon. 2-More exams. Tue. 3-Evams are over. Men's Glee club celebrate by serenading Ropp Hall. Concert by O. N. U. Orchestra. Wed. 4-Registration day. There's where my money goes. Thur. 5-Second semester begins. Board of Trustees meet. Fri. 6-Co-eds await coming of end of the World. No sleep. RoWdy's chair gets the best of him in Anthropology class. He blushes as usual. Sat. 7-Burcky's men defeated on the home floor. Bluffton 175 Denance 21. Sun. 8-First of series of Bible Lectures by Dr. Erdman. Mon. 9-Walkie gets permission to leave the reading room with added permis- sion not to return for two days. Tue. 10--August Nagel returns after spending a few days at his home. Wed. 11-Walkie says his education does not depend on the reading room. Thur. 12-Ill. ministers entertain lll. students and faculty members at a feed . Fri. 13-Basketball game between Board members and a few scrubs . Ther must all be scrubs . The score is a tie. Sat. 14-Bluffton again defeats Adrian at Adrian. Score 24-31. Sun. 15-Dr Landrith gives two lectures on Prohibition to a full house. Mon. 16-Inter-class game. Seniors 145 Frosh 16. Tue. 17--Continued: Sophs 215 Juniors 8. Wed. 18-Mr. Harrison, Secretary of the International Youth Movement, gives a lecture on peace. Thur. 19-Sophs beat Frosh in an overtime game. Varsity meets second defeat with Bowling Green. Score 18-21. . . . .. . RX .. as - 1 S f I-cieisrnl X fi is X Fri. 20-Juniors beat Seniors 29-10. Open house at Ropp Hall. Ropp Hall in- mates exhausted after strenous cleaning. Sat. 21- Dad Lehman attends Glee club contest at Chicago. Sun. 22-Rain and Church. Mon. 23-Findlay Eisteddfod. Isaac Thut learns that the inmates of the Girls cottage do not have special privileges. Tue. 24-Our second team beats Findlay varsity 30-48. Wed. 25-Bluffton gets beat by O. N. U. 17-35. Mike has his second date with Max. He says, By jove, I like her. Thur. 26-Miss Nicholas, sec. of Student Volunteer Movement, speaks at joint Y meeting. ' ' ' l l 1 Fri. 27-Bluffton meets another defeat at Toledo, 20-25. Sat. 28-Ralph Miller and Dewey Nelson leave for home. Bert is awfully lone- some. MARCH Sun. 1-Cold and snowy. Miss Burkhalter, missionary from India, gives vesper address. Mon. 2-Table No. 6 has ice cream, cake and candy for dinner. Miss Boehr makes unusual concessions-but she receives her reward. Tue. 3-Bluf'fton's authors, musicians, and poets display their ability at open lit. John doesn't know what an ester is. Wed .4-Instead of praying and listening to announcements at chapel, we hear President Coolidge's inaugural address over the radio. Thur. 5-Delegates leave for conference at Wooster. Intercollegiate debates. Bluffton wins at Hiram and loses to Wittenberg. Burcky's men are defeated at Defiance 24-43. Fri. 6-Leo Burcky's bed disappears. He finds it under the showers in the bath room. Sat. 7-Mike locks some of the fellows into his room while he calls Max for a date. Sun. 8-Ralph ceases to smile. Poor boy! it's awful hard on him since Bert is gone. Mon. 9-Bert returns and so do the smiles. Uncle Tom's Cabin comes to town. Tue. 10-Pete Wiebe is caught in a mouse trap in the act of switching on the light. Terrible thunder storm. Wed. 11-Harold Kropf goes to sleep in the 10:30 English Lit. class and sleeps on till the closing chapel song wakens him an hour later. Thur. 12-Lost: Two debates, one to Ypsilanti and the other to Bowling Green. Fri. 13-Bluffton wins from Baldwin Wallace 3-0 and loses to Muskingum 2-1. Cam- pus is fiooded. Students detour. Sat. 14-A few of the fellows receive mysterious telephone calls. Ask Mike and Kruppie about it. Debaters return from Baldwin Wallace. Stahly falls by the way- side. Sun. 15-Vesper choir gives concert. Gospel team gives program at Lima. Joh- nie Augspurger loses his mustache as a result of the mysterious calls. Mon. 16-Walkie wears a pretty green tie. Orrville Litweiler is visiting friends at the collegeP a friend in particular. Tue. 17-Walkie is tickled that he gets to Ella's table again. Wed. 18-Bluffton wins from Toledo U. 2-1. Thur. 19-Men's Glee club gives concert at Rockford. Fri. 20-Dr. Smith leaves for Ill. No History classes but something worse-tests. Edith Steiner is very happy. She sojourns to Ann Arbor. Sat. 21- Lit leaves. Troyer, Nelson and Page leave for home. Sun. 22-Mike's and Dewey's beds go up on high . Clint feels that he neglected his duty. Mon. 23-A big crowd awaits Mike's retum to witness the reaction from the ele- vated beds. Orchestra gives concert at Pandora. as 2164 A ! fad ,f g ,, r lens-ISTAI XXI V .fi Tue 24-College Orchestra concert. Max tells girls not to swear. She suggests , a substitute- Sure Mike . Wed. 25-Miss Amstutz is out of humor, as she loses a wisdom tooth. Emma Lowen- berg kills a mouse in cold blood. Thur. 26-Bluffton wins from St. Johns negative and loses to her affirmative. Both 2-1 decisions. Fri. 27-Stanley Lehman and Gerald Stahly give speeches at a Senior class meet- ing. Good results, the few are satisfied. Sat. 28-No Witmarsum today. Sun. 29-Open Forum at Lima. Harshberger misses his car so Rudy takes his place. Isaac Thut writes a ten page letter to his girl. Mon. 30--Henry finds a ghost in his room. 1-ie sees red when he turns on the light. Tue. 31-Bennie gives out a terrible scream at lunch. Rowdy is guilty, at least he gets his usual color. APRIL Wed. 1-April Fool day-many experience it. Smitty sits on a tack in Miss Bren- nemon's room. Thur. 2- Ringer is elected May Queen. Rowdy feels like a king ever since. Edith Rogers is chosen Maid of Honor. Fri. 3-hire escape door works overtime. High School Eisteddfod. Debate with Toledo. U. Decision 2-1 in favor of Toledo. Sat. 4- Kennie Wright learns that it is not safe to stick his head out of the win- dow-a bucket of water is showered upon him. Sun. 5-Two concerts by the College Choral society, Crucifixion in the afternoon and Stabat Mater in the evening. Mon. 6-Y. M. and Y. W. retreat of both old and new cabinets. Kruppie becomes a real hero, he rescues the indoor baseball twice. Tue. 7-Gaius Baumgardner sings at chapel. Mock session of congress at open Lit . King Reusser does not enjoy it, he says they got too personal. Wed. 8-Clarence Roth falls victim to his own plots when two buckets of water are showered upon him. VACATION Thur. 16-Bennie and Franc have a sneak day to Ada. Fri. 17-Glee Club beginning to be missed. Sat. 18-Radio party in Lincoln Hall. The Glee club heard from Cincinnati. Sun. 19-Girl's Glee Club concert at First Mennonite church. Mon. 20-Number of trees planted around track by varsity B and other students. Tues. 21-Naomi tells Pete she needs a groom. Wed. 22-Last year's Glee club has a surprise for Mrs. Mann. Thur. 23-Letters, as usual, from the Glee club. Chiefly noticed at Ropp Hall. Fri. 24-Frosh have a picnic supper. One casualty. Sat. 25-Track meet at Findlay. We win by a big score. Sun. 26-Certain repining co-eds began to grow eager for the big return. Mon. 27-Men's Glee club returns after three week's tour. A few anxious girls meet them at Sycamore. Tues. 28-Home Concert at High School and welcome dinner given by Girl's Glee club at Iron Lantern. Wed. 29-Rain! Rain! Rain! Game with Findlay called off. Miss Boehr enter- tains Senior girls. Thur. 30-Henry Limner, the book agent, is back again. MAY Sat. 2-First baseball game of the season. Bluffton 4, Capitol U. 17. Track meet with O. N. U. We win by two points Sun. 3-Limmer is back again. I wonder why. Mon. 4-Henry's salesmen have a. meeting to discuss the art of salesmanship. X Tue. 5-Northern defeats us in baseball 5-6. A number of men attended the Y. M. N. fa lrzmws TA I if! banquet at Lima. Wed. 6-May breakfast in the woods. Bacon and eggs were relished by the early risers. May baskets hung. Peace contest. Katie and Butch win. Thur, 7-Mother's day program at Y. W. and Y. M. Serenade from Krehbiel Bridge. Fii. 8-Track meet of class 'B' high schools. Bluffton high wins. Sat. 9-Baseball at Defiance. Score: 7-0 in their favor. Sun. 10-Mother's Day. Men's Glee club gives sacred concert at Mennonite church. Mon. 11-Sophs have a picnic supper at the college farm. Tues. 12-More picnics. Juniors are becoming sociable. Picnic supper at college farm. Broadic consumes six pork chops. Ivan I-lostettler called home. Wed. 13-Faculty entertains student bo-ly on campus. Thur. 1-1-Everybody plays tennis, Franc Yoder is promoted to crutches as a re- sult of last night's fun. Fri. 15-Seniors win Intra-mural track meet. Everybody is satisfied except the Freshmen. Sat. 16- Zig Burcky wins a city lot at Lima. What comes next? Sun. 17-Glee club gives concert at St. Johns church. Miriam and Bennie take advantage of excursion rates to Chicago. Mon. 18-Blue Monday. Result of last night's weather. Musicale given by Y. W. music committee. , Tues. 19-Literary societies have outings on the college farm and Eaton's woods. Eudora Lehman is injured. VVed. 20-Laoma Hilty entertains her third floor friends at a big country dinner. Thur. 21-Dean Byers entertains philosophy classes. Fri. 22-Oratorical Ass'n banquet at the Iron Lantern. Much borrowing of tuxedos. Sat. 23-A double header with Findlay. Blurl'ton wins both games. Sun. 24-Baccalaureate service for Seminary Students. Mon. 25- Dad and Mrs. Lehman entertain the Juniors. Tues. 26-Inter-society contest. Philo-Adelphians win 3-1. Wed. 27-Senior exams begin. Thu. 28-Senior Recital, Roy Hilty, Tenor. Sat. 30-Senior Recital, Agnes Franz, Pianist. JUNE Mon. 1-Senior Recital, Harold Reusser, Pianist. Tue. 2-Senior Recital, Earl Smith, Baritone. Wed. 3-Reception to Seniors by President and Mrs. Mosiman. Thu. 4-Senior Recital, Mildred Agner, Soprano. Fri. 5-Senior Recital, Edna Builchalter, Pianist. Sat. 6-Senior Recital, Marion Jacobs, Pianist. Sun. 7-Baccalaureate Sermon by Dr. S. K. Mosiman. Joint Y. W. andY. M. C. A. Mon. 8-Class Day. Baseball: O. N. U. vs. Bluffton. Crowning of May Queen- Lorena Birkyg Maid of Honor-Edith Rogers. Senior Class program. Tue. 9-Bluffton Day. Conference Track and Field meet. Varsity B dinner. Reunion Glee Club Concert. Junior-Senior Breakfast. Wed. 10-Alumni-Old students day. Board of Trustees meeting. Baseball-Alumni vs. Varsity. Pi Delta Banquet. Alumni procession by classes, Ropp Hall to College Hall. Pi Delta Address-Hon. Maxwell H. Kratz. Class Reunions. Alumni-Old Stu- dents banquet. Thu. 11-Anniversary Day. Anniversary program. Trustee-Faculty Reunion luncheon. Unveiling of Menno Simon bust and President's portrait. Anniversary Day address by President W. O. Thompson of Ohio State university. Literary society re- unions. Pageant- Masque of Peace . Fri. 12-Commencement Procession. Twenty-fifth Annual Commencement. Ad- dress by President J. Knox Montgomery of Muskingum College. Commencement lunch- eon. Dean N. E. Byers, Toastmaster. XX N Mx 166 fl 27, f ffzsml xx f N X-X X Hilumeyw ix ff? N Mx g. - 1:,ei:si'. ' R ' W W' B M 1 ll' Ax ZYX7 f N MUSINGS OF A MISERABLE WRETCH Canto I Flow on thou Riley, flow on, Thru hours of day and night, Flow on! What tho I'm in a sorry plight, What tho I'm a simple fool, What tho the profs all treat me cool, What tho I get thrown out of school,- Never you mind, Flow on! Canto II Flow on thou Riley, flow on, For time without an end, Flow on! It's true I've not a single friend, It's true my board-bilI's over-due, It's true my chances all look blue, But don't let that unsettle you,- Never you mind, Flow on! N. B. It flows on. Just Imagine Mid without Doc , Joe Bauman taking his time at eating. Mabel W. with twenty pounds less. Rosy three feet taller. Dad not bawling someone out in choral. Franc not talking. Elma H. without a lesson prepared. Allan B. minus a moustache. Helen not going to Lit . Edith Rogers walking to school. Broad-ax eating only one slice of bread. Brandt not talking in class. Ella R. not getting her letters from South Dakota. It is Correct- To remove your hat when having your hair cut. To have the Sunday evening buzzers of Ropp Hall, to leave one minute after 9:30 P. M., if the front exit is crowded at 9:30. To dodge prune seeds or water thrown at you from a nearby table. To leave lunch early to have your picture taken. It is not Conect- To appear in class without your lessons. To sit in the Junior section of the chapel when you are only a Sophomore. To come late to meals. To limit your social life to only one person. To have a date in the reading room without the Dean's permission. To kiss a girl on the forehead for you'll either get a bang on the mouth or get called down. 168 I w-' ,,, ,Jag -J. A E7 -T' U AL THE COLLEGE CROSS-WORD Horizontal Personal pronoun. What a basket-ball player likes to make. Our Prexy. One of the people of ancient Me- dia. What Fords are made of. Abbreviation for Geets' state. French for you . Insect feelers, QFreshmen don't have them.J Musicians syllable Qheard at music hall.J Great foot-ball coach. Plural fabbr.J Freshmen kiddies toy, and some- times necessity. Must have. Inventor of the cotton gin. ffirst name.J Kind of eyes some prof's. have. You and I -ask Doc . A chicken minus feathers. Lincoln hall Ruifiaus. A very high mountain of Switzer- land. A dull hollow sound. Form of to be . 'North east fabbr.J Our Alma Mater fabbr.J Personal pronoun fspanishl. What the letters from Sidney's Drug Shop mean. QAbbr.5 A high senior. Hazy, not bright. Vertical What you do when she opens the door for you at Ropp Hall. A freshman girl, also a Bernite. Saint Cabbrb. A noisy spring bird freally a birdj. Half an em. Prep. often misued. Something people shouldn't drink. What the debaters expect to be- come. It takes faith to remove them. fAbbr.j. Prof. Howe's subject Cabbizj. Prof. Ruge's subject for music stu- dents. A news story. Our chief librarian. Same as 8 vertical. What rich families hire in a church. Easy to lose unless you show good behavior. Latin for is , What you get in the head after studying .about 2 lessons. All of it is divided into 3 parts ac- cording to Caesar. Doctor of Laws. Mildred and ........ Another portion of to be . A philosophy student, also student of education. Cnicknamej. Prefix meaning two , lf.-me-15 TA I ff Puzzle-What are they? Ralph S Harold R e Earl Gi n Walter E i Le n Warren R Alla n Hiram Th u Roy Hil t Earl S Miller usser grich gsti Burcky osenberger Baumgartner K y mith Puzzle-What do they like best? Dwi g Bill Ge i Milo T r Seth Mi 1 Harold E s Ru T Mary H Lydia L e Naomi S Lor e Minerva H Mildred A E V Bertha Hab e Thelma M Elma Host e Hele n ht Murray gel' oyer ler ch h Williamson Price ichty tettler na Birky erbein gner a Geiger rkamp iller ttler Baughman A TRAGEDY IN THREE ACTS Act I A Student and two pints. 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We keep them posted on what is new and you can rely on their judgment. Bluffton College is ours, and we want you to feel at home in our store while you attend college. Il I I I I I I I Ii II II I III III III ,I I I I I I I , III III I I II II I I I I I 'I ,. If' - ,- .,-,.Y. .WY A I 176 f , . .-,,,..--J1....a g if Ifemsrnl ii X XI 1 if N 3 1 l H F-Q Q- , x , ,il fl' , 5 lv ' 4' Md' 5 va N N il Q J ,Q 'Q lgvqff' b whq'--rx! Q - lf'W'+2i ,L1i' ! xi X e elxfeu 9 V Hliiii i f i l' - -.-'-Y ' . he ' 2 I 'I 'Y 'ff5! f '2-fil l , 93? w.fqzi2.1f:, ' U ig. i- -- QC I Il, 5 QV. X A l E' U I ' X 'E' 1. I V x V Y . L.3:,1L,!vil2V, A' x X -4 1, . r .A , , yi.,-:L I : I Fx f X, . -f 2 ' f 'ff 5 Ls ..4r 0152? N X1 - Dacascol N ' --f I Why Should You Buy New Clothes The old ones comply with the lawg they protect you against the rain as well as new ones could. Why not patch them, and patch again, and still again? You know why, of course. Because to the people who see you, clothes indicate either he's a fail- ure or he's a comer. What an air of success and prosperity there is to these new ADLER COLLEGIANS! S30 and 335 Lower priced clothing made by MARX-HAAS - 5520 to S27 A. L. Baumgartner 6: Son WALK-OVERS X fl RX'---.m..-.-,, Fm- ,,,,,,,.,, has-'HA g W 177 T' Yip: ISTAI X f r 5 1 SERVE SAXIWVICHES ' mace with mx special sandvidc bread. lc It cuts splendidfy and Without cwmnb- X, g ling ever. when 'very thin slices are , uesrecl. You will ind it ine in isvor 4 , . , ., . . . . ' EDI. IPX If V1.1 X131-16 YOHI' SEDCYVICDQS .asia better tx.-1 ever :valor-e. Serve mx cake. tc-f. 1' is delicious ever? Siefield Bakery THIS STORE ADMIRES QL'ALI'I 1' GOODS QUITE AS MTQCH AS YOU DO-THATS VVHY WE FEEL PROUD OF OUR SHOYYING OF SMART STYLES IN lIEN'S YY'EAR CLOTHIN G-HEADWEAR-HABERDASHERY Eilerman Clothing Company Lima's Leading Men's Shop' 91, 4 'QNX 178 71 f 1effe75'T.al 4 PCR GIFTS ,.4L S 4 There is nothing more appropiate fa l a Handsome Cedar Chest. Always aeapts- ble. always appropziate. We Camp' ir stock an unusually large and complete selection of plain and brass bound Chests Wg 'QF The Blulfton Home of THE NEW EDISON PHONOGRAPH and VICTOR TALKING MACHINE Our Stock of Records is Complete I B 5 t ? 4 , i 4 I, l l 'Vv'1f' 1 . I l -,JO-l, n l mmmmwm im l- I ' 'H ll? :Wm lx JV! L ' , ll, il V gjlllll l H ' li 3 all 4 im lflg, Nl ' ' I llfl l l 'glll lg' l: aw'll ll a 1 I Q f f 1 '11 Basingerls Furniture Store X Mx 179 K f lm-'ISTAI X if X KODAKS and Kocleili Supplies TENNIS GOODS BASEBALL GOODS FISHING TACKLE Harley R. Lugibihl Lugibilql Studio -for- T 3 . A if f i P01 tl aut YM in If Training received under recognized leaders in the profession. MODERN EQUIPMENT DESIRE TO SERVE x 2 X A 'ax 4, .,-r,.,...I. I J 180 5-f f lwwsral X X' f X COMPLIMENTS OF R. T. Gregg SL Co. LIMA'S BUSY DEPARTMENT STORE Michael Clothing Company CLOTHING AND FURNISHING LIMA -: -:- -:- -:- -:- -: - OHIO 203 to 209 N. Main X My X 4.4 ge,-Q Uni XXI 'N THE UNIVERSAL CAR BYE' A FORD AXD SPEND THE DIFFEREXCE ' Stop Cars lil 529 . ' F. O. Ei. 'eil'-1-it 1: -'Ig' 7' TL -l 'L Tit: 5 f' Look Trucks H W d -Q p M - SE ? ' 0. EL, Detzf-it ' ale ir. th V. S. Listen Tractors I Fordson 7 gi-'ffflil' if 5 fee , , 1,1 93.4 S-4?5.f-- F, O. B. Deira-it The Dixie Motor Co. M911-D0 BiXt'L Mgr- Bluiton. Ohio 4 4 XA: 2-.1 bf! 251-15 T.'Ex yf 'Images - .S Fefe-:: C41-S Lliyi EJ 'iii 71: Q li 1 t-::i 1i'v.'1fE 'li' ' lie Q: 1:5 te? ' 'E::': 2.217 3: Sei. We ES Wa a waziefl-S 13-EffEiE-I 1 ' - ..'.: 'D-'-:S .af :S-.1-S: 1: --S 1,225 szf fit 'rs :Let-.1: .-,4. 5 -..f, Fifi: '1'La::. .i'..: iii Ezrjii PW. scifi CI:em.3-'f ,- ki -'-iii-2 L: '..L.i .l1T'7 :'...2 SS : 1-IQES 37:13. 'LET :S :S :i-. S::'...1' 325 -,. '- -I ' IL. . l7s.itT Ilterretaifm V'-rl '55-TT: ' :Qi 5 E I :St iattezi-i ti Ti. ' EQST: 'f all file .L izittel 5. :till iti: :S 1:-7.4 111: 2.11 '--S' I-- 205.1-. Mia: STSS . U-r-f n -H ' fr:-5 -- ..-.--. ... - ------- ---. I 5: S RCE: .tar E'..:Ti1': -1 Lgf life l'.Sat5.' l.,:: -'.'.-.-T- :I -gat -2 Watch us Grow in Blfuiton GO Yvhere the Crowds C The Store that l'nder'SeHS R Bixel's lJryQ GOods Store I-Li: Li: 4 l'll'T1I. :tees Q r. i f - V l 'Q j ff V, il r - O Q- I -L l K DRBS GOODS SIILKS XOUOSS l ROLLUS RLNSIOP HOSIERY I Pun Fashioned U Including our Celebrated 5 HTSDHSG BIRD SILK HOSE. PRICED 51.50 1' llxx . 77 f 'Fic 1535.1 I f fha MAN STORY I' A1 204 W MARKET ST. CITY OF LIMA -r. - - - - -- 4- -- - v v..v..w.w.w..w..w,.u,.vt:u..u,.v..u..v.u..w..-4.w..v..v..w.v.-4..v..-4..v..v..v4..u. PAT'S BARBER SHOP THE STUDENTS ALL KNOW ASK THEM Ladies 8 Gentlemen Agency for Shook's Laundry R. S. Patterson. Prop. r.r-..-..- - '-- -P'--' ' -,f-.mf-w.v,:-,.-ft-.v-A n-m-fr-..-',.-.1-f.t-.r-r.-1r-.w-,.- V..-1.-wrffwn.-1 r- - Bigler Bros. Dealers in FRESH AND SALT MEATS OF ALL KINDS L. T. Grading Dealer in HIGH GRADE HARDWARE ALUMINUM WARE FRY OVENWARE SPORTING GOODS FIQRNACES, STOVES PAINTS AND TINWARE ROOFING AND SPOUTING X 4 Rx 184 71 f IMIYSTAI xy K Q Aproximately one-hundred and fifty thousand dollars worth of Life Insurance l has been sold in Bluffton and Vicinity by the NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY of Montpelier, Vermont P. M. Driver Paul F. Stoodt ASK THE MAN WHO HAS A POLICE X fl MN 8 ff 2-ff lfmlsngl X f Its Worth is Warrant for its Welcome For Good Food JOHN BOEHR, PROP. Bluffton Phone 142 2nd Floor Lugibihl Block BLUFFTON, OHIO BANQUETS DINNERS LIGHT LUNCHES REFRESHMENTS SPECIAL DINNERS FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS DINNER HOURS 11 to 1-5 to 7 OPEN 6 A. M. to 10 P. M. X X7 Mx 'X A 186 dl. 'fr 4 u 'rr lm sm! X XI ff an x .v. we Chas. Hankish Bu For Less Confectlonery We carry a complete line of Wholesale and Retail Novelties and Souvenirs. When CANDY FRUITS ICE CREAM in the market for anything in the line of Holiday Goods, see us CIGARS . as we make that a specialty. 2 WHQF JL we JL wr JI. Shalley 6: Son sg i 5 8z 10c Store 4L.w.m.v.4L4L.meLJLJL . Ammon. . AJLJLJLJLJLJasLN.af..v..v..v. 1 1t'm-Wrwvvvwrwrwvwrnr '1 rwwrw ' 'wrmwr'm'fr'm'frn-'vrwform' Evidences of Savoir-faire Among the Experienced and Much Traveled Glee Club Members Ivan walked up to the secretary, at the Massillon Y, M. C. A. and said, When can I get a train outa here? Dick asked the Y secretary at Columbus, Is there any mail for me ? After singing two songs in the North Manchester College dining hall the club was loudly and lustily cheered. To appease the demands of the co-eds Dad decided to bow. Joe Bauman, however, beat him to it. The love warrior arose to his feet and gently bowed to the chagrin of the club. Forever and a day the boy will be known as Joe Bow Bauman. Permanent Waving Frosh to Paul W.: How did you get that wonderful hair? Paul: Sleeping in a waffle iron when I was a kid. Exposed! Walke, the gumshoe sleuth, says that it is now universally suspected that without the following items the cross-word puzzle would be practically non-existant: A personal pronoun Abbreviation for a state. A girl's name Conjunctions Extinct birds 1Arctic, Anarctic or Australianj Boats, weapons, etc., of the same W A printer's measure. QHumor continued on page 1911 X , Ky X A 18? fl jf f lfoie,-1.SQ'Al X X1 f The 5110014 Mulimmei Laundry Co. D 0 'eetme LAUNDERERS DRY CLEANERS CARPET AND RUG CLEANERS ELECTRICAL AND RADIO SUPPLIES 236-239 S. Main St. LIMA -:- -:- -:- OHIO Bluffton, Ohio G' Y r G ' we UU FOCCPIBS Feet a Chance We carry at all times a complete line of Staple Your feet will give you almost and Fancy Groceries unlimited uncomplaining service if you will put them in comfort- ahle shoes. Our repairing gives you the eornfort of old :ho th th service ol' new ohesfis M e Try our shoe repair service- :ip Q you'll like it. S. F. NUNAMAKER . , , Relchenbach Gpposite side entrance to Postoffice G roce ry X Mx 2-f f I'G7zeHISTAI X f X UCBIXFL ff if Q 1 ,:., I ,311 db 5? A Y -li' ' ?: N 5 ff . -- A 1' -l9'f' - 'VE X--' 4. X -ff ' -41 'A -e if ' wg!! jj Lf 410431165 me S mm ev ' f ma.uvrf1mm 5 X fl Rx JM M - ' '- U 189 4,75 I-af 15 TAI X KI x I omen's Friend asher I I I I I I I I I I . I J I I I I . I I I I I I I I I Makes Wash Day a Day of Pleasure Let Tie Wc-rz1a:'s Friend do the washing for you and the clothef will be on the line by nine. Manufactured by t The Hunfftum Mig, CQ. LX BLUFPTON. OHIO Mx A 130 if leie-TSTAI J f Startling Revelations of the Inthrate Side of the Ediwfs Life. He confesses that he: Is dmgerously nw: a nervous Wreck. Fought walking Ist.-E in dreams, T Swore I out loudj twice. Sv.-ore lunder b1-eatin los: count. Was sworn at, ditto. Lied, 13 times. Was lied to, 63 times. Received write-ups on time, one. Received copy tn:-alicia, Ji page. Went to class unprepared, 102 times. Got by, 87 times. Lon ri-oning faculty, 11 time. Was violent, 6 times. Is now-wnyalescirtg. The Buiness Manage? has S5.hl'.lT7.F:fi the foie'-yizg :ale of fm: Time lost dodging CIEFZKFS, 346 hours, 59 113:-.::e-:. Back-alley dashes imm same, 6. Time, fe: iat. Bawled out, Romeo and Juliet scene reyertefi. once- Weight 103 worryltg over 13 pozds- Time wasted collecting bile, 265 fzcrars. Times mistaken for married manlfiee to gay ani Leggari 1:-ck ,. Smztlai by prompt never. F502 receivein Stzrtled by dum, never. Ullways erpeetefip Arrested, cmee lliistaken for insazeq :.'..v,.v.'.:'..'.:..-..-,et 1 ,1 :L '.:,',-.:.z.-.3 1 :'ar.1-:L J-r..v..av..v.'-'.'v..-f.'.. ,.. ... ..',..v.f..'.'.'..'.-',.'.f,4'.:.4',..'. '..:',.:'..:...'.. . - .. ..A...A.L...A...A.,A., ., .. .A.A.A..A...A..A..A.L..A.. .. , .,N.,,,,..,,A. ... . GIFTS 11-:xr LAST otia HE.-LRTY CONGRATULATIONS To the Graduates and Faculty of Bluliton College, on this the 2-5th Annivelsary. SQ MAY YOUR SHADOW XEYER GROW LESS ' Bluffton Jewelry .n 1. sf Gift Shop William F. Hampe 12 Main sf. BLUFFION, OHIO ar L 1- Yom' Patronage Appreciated Do yo: It-e.'g:yg at The Commercial Bank 6: Savings Company THE OLD RELIABLE BAS-K Blufton. Ohio Resources March 30, 196.5 S1,36T.G5T-65 We ofet yo: ABSOLI. LE Sil- TY 21-5 SERVICE that E -eyerytiyz ie Tori gn- HATE STPERTLSIONS. C A E' - ABLE OFEICELS ern DPIECTOBS- and AMPLE RESER? for SAFE- TY. We tie a pegi iztenest in or cusmmes that we tray :L.P.TE ie: Mx f' 191 N I 'll ed' A la! fr 11 I I .,i i. ll l 1 ai jf f r lmasral X XI Not BETTER than the BEST but BETTER than the REST at anywhere near the price. NASH Tailored to measure, guaranteed fit, SUITS and OVERCOATS Choice of 200 all wool patterns 523.50 Having 10 to 12 salesmen working fiom this otfice, we at all times, have a few unclaimed suits and overcoats, for sale, at less than cost. Also, you can save 10 to 250 on MENS FURNISHINGS by buying in our IQPSTAIRS STORE Compare our quality and prices and be convinced. NASH TAILURING SHUP I. W. Byerly. Prop. Over Olml Humlson Lunch in American Bank Bldg. LIMA -:- -:- -:- OHIO JOHN FETT 6: SONS Dealers in HIGH GRADE HARDWARE BLUFFTON, OHIO Cut Flowers and Potted Plants for all Occasions EHUVE Bl. EHEENHUUSE ,. ,A J ., J -, J 1, , v, J 1, J V, A ,, J ,l ,Y f, N- 5 '. rn ru rn rn rw .-1 r nr '. ru rn r MELVILLE IJ. EIJASH, M. ll. BLUFFTON, OHIO COMPLIMENTS of J. 5. STEINEH, M. IJ. X A R 'X --an-...Q-n-...sung f 67zefI3TAI X QUALITY AND SERVICE I IS OUR AIM Badertscher Grocery as r.e'.,v..- f. JI..-V.,-I..-'..-1.4 as u.1'..v.4I.w..w.J The Elk Restaurant A Good Place to Eat Page's Kleen-Maid Ice Cream G. B. Long, Prop. Dr. Francis Basinger Dr. Evan Basinger DENTISTS City Phone 171 BLUFFTON - '- - :- OHIO MEATS We have home-dressed meats of high quality. For meats that are ready to eat stop at Basinger Bros. Meat Market X fl Mx A A -em ' 'fire' 'I' I Xf me-1sr,xl XX f X FOR THOSE WHO CARE The best work to be had anywhere and for the same money. We shall surely please you. Barber and Bobber Shop Anything you may wantf-we have it. BATHS. SHINES AND LAUNDRY Basement Shop J. 0. Basinger When you buy Monarch Quality Pro- ducts, you have a right to expect the best-and not only the best, but the assurance that you can serve them on your table with full confidence that each one, Catsup, Salad Dressing. Pickles, Mince Meat, Peanut Butter, or whatever it may be, has been pre- pared as carefully as you would pre- 35 pare it for your loved ones. Monarch Foods must never disappoint. lHE BLUFHIJN MILLINE EU None better obtainable at any price. fLOURl 8 Our Sweet Home Golden Sheaf 2 2 Flour Flour 'esx ,O X Rx f l'B7ze!1STA I PJ f x Compliments of The Richman Brothers Company -Makers of- RICHMAN'S CLOTHES Cleveland, Ohio Established 1879 The Lima Sporting Goods Company AND LIMA CAMERA SHOP Everything in Sports Football, Basketball, Baseball, Tennis, Golf Bathing Suits, Gym Suits, Leather Goods Fishing Tackle, Tents Kodaks, Sport Sweaters, Guns Hunting Coats, Hunting Knives Headquarters for Officials of All Sports 218 CARL W. Market BOB Y CHAS. O u n g OUR Gifts That Last Comprising Diamonds, Watches, Jew- elry, Silverware and Novelties represent exceptional values at prices that will appeal to you. Basin ger's Jewelers Diamond Merchants 104 N. Main Street LIMA, OHIO ZW! f'I5.ic75T.'XI xx A Y , N A Rx ff 95 71 f lweisral X XI f X The Witmarsum Theological Seminary DEPARTMENTS GRADUATE SEMINARY-Leading to Bachelor of Divinity Degree. THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE-Leading to degree of Bachelor of Theol- ogy. BIBLE SCHOOL-Diploma Course. By special agreement between the Seminary and Bluffton College students may register and study in the Seminary and receive the Master of Arts Degree from the College. For catalogue and information address Witmarsum Theological Seminary Bluffton, Ohio . .. L-'.:-. ,.v..-u.w..y..v.:Ls 'Lau v..'uL..v.aL.v..v.:z.'v..'L.v.cv..v..v.:L.m.-uaznzqaez- L.v.,-LN. 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