Casey High School - Flame Yearbook (Casey, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1936 volume:

• THE FLAME OF NINETEEN HUNDRED THIRTY-SIX PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS CASEY TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL CASEY. ILLINOIS FOREWORD We of the class of 1936 are continuing to keep alive an old tradition of Casey Township High School by again publishing the Flame This privilege offers a sacred trust and duty which we desire to fulfill to the best of our ability. We realize that in but a few months this duty will again be passed on to another class, just as in a few years our civilization will have passed completely from the hands of our parents into the generation which we now represent. Therefore, we hope that as a class we have taken advantage of the many opportunities that Casey Township High School has offered us. and that we will be able to take the place that is expected of us. Many associations will be kept alive through this book, the making of which has been a pleasure. DORIS STALEY Editor-in-Chief. IAKE WALTERS Business Manager. DEDICATEE We, the class of 1936 herewith wish to present respectfully to our sponsor, Miss Lulu Mae Johnston, the 1936 Flame as the product of our class under her efficient direction. May we thus hereby dedicate this Flame of 1936 to her, trusting that in this act we may express to her our sincere appreciation for her kindly supervision and courteous assistance at all times. The Class of '36. CONTENTS ADMINISTRATION SCHOOL AUTUMN WINTER SPRING FEATURES 0 Yet it ne'er shall be forgotten PRINCIPAL'S GREETINGS From Seniors of Casey Township High School to Alumni you have now passed. As Seniors you looked backward and saw yourself entering Casey High School four years ago somewhat fearfully, yet fairly confident at least, that you could accomplish the task of reaching a new goal in life. This goal you have now attained, but with the attainment you find that another goal has been set. Once again you are facing a new task, and entering once again somewhat fearfully yet confidently, I hope, upon this task. This question is now before you— Can you see your new goal as clearly as you saw the goal of high school achievement four years ago? Not only the tasks of life itself, but of greater training for life's work lies ahead. Not only to partake of one's country's abundant riches, but to contribute to those riches is one's duty. Not only to accept the blessing of a well-ordered government, but to be able to assist in maintaining this orderliness is one's obligation. Not only to enjoy health and happiness in daily living, but also to assist others in this same enjoyment is our opportunity. Thus, we see the goals of life stretching far ahead—no longer measured by a span of four or five brief years but measured by life itself. We are but freshmen of life—though alumni of Casey High School. That Casey High has made it possible for you to vision your new goals more clearly, and has set you more confidently upon the task of attaining them is our wish for you. J. B. Buckler Page 6 Mr. J. Bruce Buckler, Principal University of Illinois, A.B., M.A. Page 7 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE In behalf of the Board of Education, I wish to offer you our most sincere congratulations on your having successfully completed the course prescribed for you in this school. You are now ready to begin the serious journey of life and we wish for you all the blessings of happiness and prosperity. But as all lives are beset with some trials and troubles, we hope that the education you have received here in the last four years will greatly aid you to cope with these problems. Your high school days are over; you have come to a cross-road in life. What will you do now? High School is just the beginning of an education. It serves as a frame work for further training in a world more competitive than ever before in history. It has always been the aim of this Board of Education to produce for its student body the best corps of in- structors, and the best equipment which its means would allow, and we are pleased to note the manner in which you have availed yourselves of this opportunity. We feel that you appreciate our efforts in your behalf, and we look forward in the hopes of seeing each of you go far in the business and professional field. Now, members of the class of '36, the time has come in your life when you must make a decision. Do you intend to press onward and upward and secure a better and higher education, or do you just intend to drift? I hope and believe that none of you will be drifters, but that each of you can go on to college and complete your education and training. For when you go out into the business and professional world today, you will find that you will need this training more than ever before because you will be coming in contact with the brainiest men and women of the world, each of whom will be competent, alert, forward-looking, and active. Unless you are similarly equipped and endowed, you will be seriously handicapped in your effort to make your way. Therefore, do not stop with the crowd, but get into the race with the leaders. Claude McKean Page 8 BOARD OF EDUCATION Mr. Harry Eumont (Term of Service, One Year) Mr. E. O. Todd (Term of Service, One Year) Mr. Harry Partlow (Term of Service, Two Years) Mr. August Heims (Term of Service. Two Years) Mr. Claude McKean (Term of Service, Six Years) Mr. Otis Elliott (Term oi Service. Nine Years) Mr. W. J. Goben (Term of Service, Six Years) Page 9 FACULTY FIRST ROW Virginia Christman. Commerce University of Illinois. B. S. Mary Cochonour, Biology and Phys ical Education Indiana State Teacher’s College. It. S.: University of Wisconsin Carl Bcrgcson. History, Football and Track Coach University of Illinois. _ It. S.; Northwestern University Coaching School SECOND ROW Emily Kelley, Latin and History University of Illinois, It. S.; University of Colorado Maurine Johnson. Mathematics James Millikin. A. It.; University of Illinois. M. A. J. O. Hawkins. Music Indiana Central College, Bachelor of M usic THIRD ROW Walter A. Ncwlin. Agriculture University of Illinois. B. S. Mary Huntington. General Science and Mathematics University of Illinois, B. S. E. C. Gordon. Manual Training Eastern Illinois State Teachers College; Normal University, Diploma FOURTH ROW T. C. Tade. Commerce Marion Normal College. M. Acct.; Indiana State Teacher’s College; Bowling Green College of Commerce Margaret B. Jones, Domestic Science Blackburn College; University of Illinois. It. S.; Columbia University A. C. Daugherty. Science Knox College. It. S.; University of Illinois, M.S.; University of Iowa FIFTH ROW A. B. Ives. English ard Public Speaking Illinois Wesleyan University, A. It.; Illinois State Normal University. B. Ed.; Northwestern University P. E. Acker. Civics. Economics. Basketball Coach and Boy's Physical Education University of Illinois, It. S.; Coaching School Northwestern, Butler, ami Indiana Helen C. Harris. English James Millikin University, A. It.; Columbia University; University of Wisconsin SIXTH ROW Lulu Mae Johnston, French and English MacMurry College. A. It. ; McGill University; University of Wisconsin : University of Iowa Marie Emerich, Librarian Indiana State Teacher's College SCHOOL Yesterday, today, and tomorrow.' THEME In order to compile a new and different arrangement from any proceeding Flame, an entirely new method in theme has been used in this annual of nineteen hundred and thirty-six. Instead of the usual departmental topical form, the activities are grouped into the three school seasons of autumn, winter, and spring, together with original and appropriate verses for each division—the verses being written by members of our school group to add to actual school representation. To further develop the theme, silhouettes representing the various departments and organizations are used. The three portions of the school calendar appear in their proper seasonal division describing and explaining the activities which appear there. Then there are also numerous snapshots with correct divisional placement which altogether give in picture and in summary an outline of each season of school life at Casey Township High School. STAFF Editor-in-Chief............Doris Staley Assistant Editor................Maxine Giffin Business Manager..........Jake Walters Art Editor.............Bernice Kilborn Organizations.............Mayme Etnire Boys' Sports.................Carl Stull Calendar..................Paul Roberts Snapshots.................Ruby Bertram Girls' Sports.........Subrina Huffman Humor.............................Harry Clem Assistant Humor............Joe Buckler Typist.................Alverta Philippi Financial Advisor. . . . A. C. Daugherty Editorial Advisor.. . Lulu Mae Johnston Page 12 SENIORS Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Barker. Loren “Bark “Why should I worry about my lessons I have them in my book. Baumgartner. Marjorie “Marj She takes great pleasure in Domestic Science: she’s learning to cook for two. Bell. David Dave Possessing a wit and humor one would never suspect. Bertram, Ruby Bertie “Some may laugh and some may talk, but I do both forever. Brooke. Scott Scoot” If you can’t express yourself, come by freight. Buckler, Joe Joe Quiet and steady—one to depend on. Stephens. Lois (Xo picture) Burnett. William Bill Where’s Grace? Clark. Fred Freddie Seen, but seldom heard. Clark. Ellen Laugh at all things, great and small. Claypool. Verlin Verl So air-minded it’s a wonder he stays on the ground. Bliss. Frederick Freddie' Small hut mighty. Page 13 Clem, Harry “Buddy I never let my studies interfere with my education. SENIORS Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Cramer. Donald Don'’ Nary a care nor a worry. Duckworth. Cleo Squeaky ‘ ‘Worry never made a man great.” Foster, Winifred Curly” Full of fun. well-liked. Coartney. Helen Simplicity is greatness.” Edwards, Ina As blithe a maid as you could see. Francis. Lorean “Jackie” Our President. Cummins. Clarence “What can I do to he famous”? Et-ire. Dclmar ”Delm 1 prefer blondes or brunettes or redheads.” Giffin. Maxine “Maxie •‘‘When duty and pleasure clash, let duty go to smash!” Daughhetee. Wanda Wan” The little girl with the big car. Etnire, Mayme A real leading lady.” Greever. Rodney “Rod” Not dead, but sleeping. Donr.er. Victor “Vick A most good-natured and accomodating lad. Forakcr, Crawford Crawf” By his length ye shall know him. Hall. Loyal He must have socialized in letter writing. Page 14 SENIORS Row 2 Row 3 Hartman. Verlin Vcrlic” •Til Ik a great man yet.” Hawker. Howard Hawker” A most amiable person with nary an enemy. Hires. Donald Don” A football man, if there ever was one. Huffman. Subrina “Dot” As merry as the day is long. Jacobs. Clara What I have learned I have forgotten. What 1 know I have guessed at.” Johnson, Loretta Retta What would the clarinet section do without her? Johnson. Charles “Huck” Td rather be small than not at all.” Kilborn. Bernice Bish Truly, the gods have made thee artistic. Laccy. Ernestine Ernie Chewing gum is the spice of life.” Lawson. Edna Midge” For a man is a giddy thing and this is my conclusion.” Lee, Lucille “Lucy” We know you lielong to somebody else. Liffick. Mary Liff” She never hurries, but she gets there just the same. Lindsey. David Dave” He speaks a.i infinite deal of nothing. Lcgue. Russell Russ “ No. girls, I can't croon. The name is Osbv.” McCrcry. Helen Mac A little bit independent in her walk.” SENIORS Row 1 McConnell, John Mac” Forgive me if I blush.” Miller. Laverl “Eddie A most outstanding football player. Row 2 Mullen. Leland Moon A man of deeds not words. Ormsby. Donald “Don” If hot air were music, Don would l e a brass band. Row 3 Pulliam. Lovell Pullam” Where the fun is, there am I.” Ramsey, Helen She’s a quiet girl sometimes! Miller. Virginia Miller” Our Drum Major. Doty. Hazel Moore A ring o:i the finger is worth two on the phone.” Orand. Grace “Gracie” She prefers wild flowers, especially Sweet Williams. Payne. Dorothy Dot She had a weakness for sophomores. Ragon. Willie “Bill” Still waters run deep. Roberts. Paul Dobbins” Knows a lot, but can't think of it. Morrison. Mardy “I care not for man; he is too simple ’ Philippi. Alverta Flip “I rolled and I rolled and I gained two ounces.” Roberts. Freda Freed Where there’s a will there’s a way.” Page 16 Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Shawvcr, Mary Is she talking again or yet? Shawver, Rosalie Brownie” ‘‘Studies first if you have time.” Smith. Clayton “Clayt” lie was always on time when he wasn’t late. Smith. Hugh “Hugh A good scholar and a good friend. Staley. Doris “Tommie” She is one of those quiet kind whose nature never varies. Stallings. Albert “Magellan” Care once killed a cat, hut I’m not bothered. Stewart, Winfred Wince Itnrglar. take my money, hut don’t muss by hair.” Stull. Carl Frere He taketh most delight in winning prizes. Tcwsend. Clarence “Big Shot” “You gotta be a f«x thall hero Underwood, Iris As silent as a windy night. Walters. Jake What should a man do hut l e merry ?” Warren. Stafford Staff” Men of few words are the best. Webber. Ethel Eth Silence personified. Welker. Virginia Ginger” “I have tons of learning, hut the lx ttom is out.” Wright. Paul Pete” Muzzy is his best friend. Page 17 SENIORS SENIORS Loren Barker, A funmaker. Latin Club 2, 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Minstrel 1; Class Play 3; Music Letter 2. That's one way of looking at life. Marjorie Baumgartner, An unassuming Miss. G. A. A. award 3; Latin Club 1; Band 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1; Scholarship Letter 1, 2, 3. Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers. David Bell, A ready wit. French Club 3, 4, F. F. A. 1, 2, 3; Science Club 1; Broadcaster Staff 4. Of course, we all like you. Ruby Bertram, A helping hand. G. A. A. Award 2; Girl's Chorus 1, 3; Mixed Chorus 2; Home Economics Club 4; Latin Club 1, 2; French Club 3, 4; Flame Staff 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 3; Class Play 3, 4; Music Letter 4. Keep up the pace, Ruby. Frederick Bliss, Athletic hero. Latin Club 1, 2, 3; Science Club 1; Minstrel 2; Football Letter 4; Carnival 1; Basketball Manager 4. Size does not always count. Scott Brooke, The delight of his teachers. Student Council 1, 4; French Club 3, 4; Football Letter 2, 3, 4. You're a good scout too. Scoot. Joe Buckler, Our superintendent's son. Latin Club 1, 2; Flame Staff 4; Band 2, 3, 4, Operetta 1, 3; Stunt Show 2; Minstrel 1; Class Play 3, 4; Music Letter 4. The gods will be kind to you. William Burnett, The football pep. F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football Letter 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1. We hope you always hold that line. Fred Clark, A good friend F. F. A. 2. 3, 4. The best of luck, Fred, you deserve it. Ellen Clark, Considerate of others. Newton High School 3; Band 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; Home Economics 1, 2, 4; Operetta 1. We think you must prefer Casey. Verlin Claypool, A good fellow. F. F. A. 1, 2, 3; Scholarship Letter 1, 2, 3. A peace-abiding student. Harry Clem. A good athlete. Student Council 2; French Club 3, 4; Flame Staff 4; Football Letter 3, 4; Basketball Letter 3, 4. Keep your pep, Buddy. Helen Coartney, A quiet student. Ashmore High School 1. 2, 3. We wish you happiness, Helen. Donald Cramer, A good friend. Yale High School 1, 2. Success to you. Clarence Cummins, Happy-go-lucky. Newton High School 1, 2, 3; Latin Club 4. A life full of laughs to you, Clarence. Wanda Daughhetee, A redhead, and a thinker. Student Council 4; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Home Economics Club 2, 3, 4; French Club 3, 4, Broadcaster Staff 4; Scholarship Letter 1, 2. 3. You've done a good job, Wanda. Victor Donner, A senior who pleases all. French Club 3. You're a good chum. Hazel Moore Doty, Good student. Science Club 1; Minstrel 1. Here's wishing you luck. Hazel. Cleo Duckworth, Good natured lad. Latin Club 4; Band 1, 2. 3, 4; Football Letter 4; Music Letter 4. A fair and square shooter. Ina Edwards, A good pal. Jewett High School 2; G. A. A. Award 3, 4, Latin Club 1; French Club 3, 4. We admire your serene and even disposition. Mayme Etnire, Finds favor with everyone. Student Council 1; G. A. A. Award 2; Glee Club Contest Chorus 1, 2, 3; Home Economics Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Flame Staff 4, Broadcaster Staff 4; Operetta 1, 2; Class Play 3, 4. And is good to look at. Delmar Etnire, Funster. Hymera, Indiana, High School 1; Student Council 2; Latin Club 3; Broadcaster Staff 4; Minstrel 2; Class Play 4. Let's have your fun recipe. Crawford Foraker, Likes good music. French Club 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Orchestra 4, Class Play 4; Basketball Letter 3, 4: Track 3, 4; Music Letter 3, 4; Bass Solo 3, 4, Brass sextet 3, 4. Keep looking ahead, Crawf. Winifred Foster, A good chum Student Council 1; Glee Club Contest Chorus 1. 2; Home Economics 3, 4, Broadcaster Staff 4; Operetta 1; Minstrel 2; Class Play 3, 4. Success to you, Curly. Page 18 Lorean Francis, A leader. Student Council 3, 4; G. A. A. president 4, Home Economics 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 4; Science Club 1; Class Play 3; G. A. A. Award 2, 3, 4; Tennis tournament 2, 3. We'll follow your progress. Maxine Giffin, Her charms are many. French Club 3, 4; Home Economics Club 2, 3, 4; Flame Staff 4; Broadcaster Staff 3, 4; Operetta 3. You've been a big help, Maxie. Edna Lawson, A real student. G. A. A. Award 3, 4, Latin Club 3, 4, Science Club 1; Scholarship Letter 2, 3, 4. Keep up the good work, Edna. Lucille Lee, A brown-eyed alto. G. A. A. 4; Home Economics Club 2; Girls Chorus 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Glee Club Contest Chorus 1, 2. 3, 4, Latin Club 1; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 3; Class Play 3; Girls Trio 2, 3, 4. Your place will be hard to fill. Rodney Greever, Our sleepy head. Student Council 2; Latin Club 3. Keep up the reading. Pod. Don Hires, A football man. French Club 3, 4; F. F. A. 1, 2, 3; Football Letter 3, 4, Placed in State Judging Contest 3. Success in the future. Loyal Hall, Future statesman. Newton High School 1; French Club 3, 4; Debate Squad 3, 4. We have political ambitions for you. Verlin Hartman, A willing worker. F. F A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football Letter 2, 3, 4; Track 3. The world loves a farmer. Howard Hawker, He strides like the wind Science Club 1. Hazel Dell can send us more like you. Subrina Huffman, A girl athlete. Home Economics 3, 4; Latin Club 3. 4; Flame Staff 4; G. A. A. Award 2, 3, 4; Tennis Tournament 3. She can and will work. Clara Jacobs, A record for speedy speech G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Home Economics 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1. Happiness to you, Clara. Charles Johnson, Sometimes very serious. French Club 3, 4, Science Club 1. Good luck, Chuck. Loretta Johnson, A musician. G. A. A. 1; Glee Club Contest Chorus 1; Home Economics 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 3; Class Play 3; Music Letter 4; Assistant Librarian for Band 3, 4. Bernice Kilborn. An artist. Flame Staff 4; Band 3, 4; Operetta 3; Scholarship Letter 1, 3; French Club 3, 4; Home Economics 3, 4; G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Girl's Chorus 2, 3. Always draw your own conclusion. Ernestine Lacey, A cheerful person. Latin Club 1, 2; Home Economics Club 2, 3; Operetta 1; G. A. A. Award 4. Health and happiness are the worlds riches. Page 19 Mary Liffick, A steadfast friend. French Club 3, 4; Latin Club 1, 3; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1; Operetta 1; Stunt Show 2. Keep that school girl complexion, Mary. David Lindsay. A Newcomer. Willow Hill 1. 2, 3; F. F. A. 4. More power to you. Russell Logue, A well-liked lad French Club 3, 4; Band 1; Football Letter 4, Basketball Letter 3, 4. We know you would rather shoot baskets than eat. John McConnel, Another newcomer. Westfield High School 1, 2, 3. We are glad to have you, John. Helen McCrory. A sophisticated lady. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3; Girls Chorus 4; Home Economics 1, 2, 3, 4, Operetta 1, 2; Music Letter 4; Science Club 1. Best of luck, Helen. Laverl Miller, All-around American boy. F. F. A. 1. 2, 3; French Club 4, Athletics Letter 3; Football Letter 3, 4; Track 3. Wishing you future success. Virginia Miller, Drum Major Latin Club 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Operetta 3; Music Letter 2, 3, 4; Clarinet Solo Contest, first in district 2, 3; Clarinet solo contest, first in state 3; Clarinet quartet 2, 3; Librarian for Band 3. 4. Keep up to get ahead. Miller. Mardy Morrison, A girl of few words. G. A. A. 1, 2, 3. 4, Glee Club Contest Chorus 1; Latin Club 1, 2; Broadcaster Staff 3; Scholarship Letter 3. We know you'll win, Mardy. Leland Mullen. A handy friend. F. F. A. 1, 2, 3. 4; Football Letter 1. • Luck to you, Leland. Grace Orand, With Commercial Inclinations. Home Economics Club 3, 4; Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. A. Award 1. 3. You will be a good stenographer. V Donald Ormsby, There are no rainy days for me. Latin Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Music Letter 3, 4; Literary Contest 2, 3, 4. Continue to keep your chin up, Don. Dorothy Payne. A silent lass. French Club 3, 4, Home Economics Club 4, Operetta 1. Good luck. Dorothy. Alverta Philippi. The Flame typist. Science Club 1; French Club 3; Home Economics 2, 3, 4; Flame Staff 4; Operetta 1. A most willing worker. Lovell Pulliam, Fun lover. Glee Club Contest Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, French Club 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1; Stunt Show 3; Minstrel 3; Class Play 3, 4; Music Letter 3, 4; Brass sextet 3, 4. We hope trouble always keeps its distance Willie Ragon. A future farmer. Willow Hill High School 1. 2, 3; F. F. A. 4 Good luck to you, Willie. Helen Ramsey, A good sport. Nickerson, Kansas, high school 3; G. A. A 2; Home Economics 1. 2. We re glad to have you back, Helen. Freda Roberts. A good chum. Martinsville High School 2; G. A. A. 3, 4; Home Economics 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4, Glee Club 3; Operetta 3; G. A. A. Award 4. Goodbye and good luck, Freda. Paul Roberts. Calendar man French Club 3, 4, Flame Staff 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1; Science Club 1; Drum Solo Contest 2, 3, 4; Composition 3; Music Letter 4. Seven days writing makes one week. Mary Shawver. A cheerful smile Home Economics 1, 2, 3, 4, Broadcaster Staff 4; G. A. A. Award 1, 2, 4. Keeping going, Mary. Rosalie Shawver, Sugar and spice and everything nice. Home Economics 2, 3, 4; French Club 3, 4; Operetta 1; Scholarship Letter 2, 3; G. A. A. Award 3. Nice going, Brownie. Albert Stallings. Another future farmer. F. F A. 1, 2. 3. 4; French Club 3, 4, Track 3. 4 The best of luck. Doris Staley, Loves music. Girls Trio 2, 3, 4; Girls Chorus 1; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4, Contest Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 3; Flame Staff 4, Broadcaster Staff 3; Stunt Show 1; Minstrel 2; Scholarship Letter 3, 4; Science Club 1; Girls Sextet and Quartet 1; Music Letter 4. We'll miss you, Tommie. Winifred Stewart. Our future aviator. Mixed Chorus 2; Operetta 1, 3; Minstrel 2. Sky high success. Wince. Carl Stull. Our prize winner. Student Council 3; F. F. A. 1. 2, 3, 4; French Club 3, 4; Broadcaster Staff 3, 4; Class Play 3; Scholarship Letter 1, 2, 3. May you find bigger and better prizes. Clarence Townsend. Athletic star. F. F. A. 2, 3; Football Letter 2, 3, 4; Basketball Letter 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 1, 2, 3, 4. Nice work, Townsend. Iris Underwood, A friend of many. G. A. A. Award 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 1, 2, 3; Broadcaster Staff 4; Class Play 4. Happiness to you, Iris. Jake Walters. Master of Ceremonies. Student Council 2, 3; Glee Club Contest Chorus 1. 2, 3, 4, French Club 3, 4, F. F. A 1, 2, 3; Flame Staff 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 3; Minstrel 2; Class Play 3, 4, Music Letter 3, 4 Success to you in the future. Ethel Webber, A quiet girl. Latin Club 3, 4; G. A. A. Award 3, 4. Here's wishing you happiness. Virginia Welkei. A modest lass. Home Economics Club 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; G. A. A. Award 4 Keep up the work. Ginger. Paul Wright, Future historian French Club 3, 4; Biology 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2; Music Letter 3, 4. That's right, hold your place, Paul. Clayton Smith. You'll know him as a friend French Club 3; Football Letter 4, Baasket-ball 4; Tennis 2. Keep up the pace. Clayt. tHugh Smith, Everybody’s friend. French Club 4; Stunt Show 1; Class Play 4; Football Letter 3; Track 2, 3; Manager in Athletics 4. You have been a valuable student. Stafford Warren, Happy-go lucky, he goes his way. Latin Club 3. Happy landings, Stafford. Lois Stephens. Effingham 1, 2, 3. We're glad to have known you even for a short while, Lois. Page 20 SENIOR HISTORY In looking over the senior section of the assembly at the dignified sophisticates making up the membership of that class, one finds it is hard to believe that in 1932 they were green freshmen. However, such is the case, because at that time one hundred and fifteen freshmen timidly registered and began their four years of high school education. It took a month to learn where the classrooms were. An all-school party, and various other activities as general assemblies, pep parades, and extra-curricular activities were given to get them partially acclimated to the new atmosphere. The first official business of the year was to elect officers as follows: president, Scott Brooke; vice-president, Mayme Etnire; treasurer, Winifred Foster; and secretary, Oran Boyd. The sophomore year found the members of the class full-fledged high school students, anxious to help the new freshmen class get as good a start as they had. Participation in various activities was continued and a greater enthusiasm for high school life was shown. The destiny of the class was guided by fake Walters as president, assisted by Delmar Etnire, vice-president and Harry Clem, secretary and treasurer. In the fall of 1934, eighty-eight of the original one hundred and fifteen returned as upper classmen and as juniors took on the dignity and mien Page 21 that behooved their position in school life. Jake Walters was again elected president with Carl Stull, vice-president, and Lorean Francis, secretary and treasurer. The class play Second Childhood was given on December 13, with Mayme Etnire, Carl Stull, Winifred Foster, Joe Buckler, Jake Walters, Ruby Bertram, Lucille Lee, Lorean Francis, Loretta Johnson, Lovell Pulliam and Rex Davis each playing his part in a creditable manner. The year was brought to a fitting climax by the Junior-Senior Banquet given in the New Gym, which for the occasion was decorated to represent a Spanish court yard. The Spanish model was further carried out by the Cordova Concert Company presenting a program of Spanish songs and dances. In the fall of 1935 the spirit of Emmeline Pankhurst and Susan B. Anthony struck seventy-three members of the now senior class, and as a result, Lorean Francis was elected president to be ably assisted by Scott Brooke as vice-president and Wanda Daughhetee, secretary and treasurer. The class play this year was Tons of Money. Members ol the cast were Jake Walters, Mayme Etnire, Lovell Pulliam, Delmar Etnire, Ruby Bertram, Winifred Foster, Joe Buckler, Iris Underwood, Hugh Smith, and Crawford Foraker. In the spring the class was delightfully entertained by the juniors at the annual banquet, this being the first of the many spring events which precede the commencement activities that always bring together old friends and leave happy memories. Four pleasant years of high school life were brought to a close on May 29, at the Annual Commencement. JUNIORS First Row—Eugene Hillard. Charles Umbarger, Walter Hart. Lyle Bcnett, Hugh McConnel. Charles Goble. Harold Ragon, Jay Littlejohn. Second Row—James McFarling. Allen Barlow, William Staley. Max Weaver. Everett Queen. Richard Lacey. Junior Hunsaker. Third Row—Mack Jones. Leon Coleman. William Stallings. Morris Paden. Dale Underwood. Lloyd Coartney, Floyd Johnson. Lee Davjs. Fourth Row—Paul Dill. William Walling. George Sloan. Eugene Stiff. Russell Haddock. Howard Smith. Arthur Risingcr. On an eventful day in September of 1933, a group of ninety-nine boys and girls supposedly ''green enrolled as members of the student body of Casey Township High School. After a few weeks of the usual good-natured ''razzing from the upper classmen, we finally won a place in the activities of the student body. To begin the school year in a legal manner, we elected for our president, William Walling; vice-president, William Staley; secretary and treasurer, Clifford Lamb. Throughout the year we were sponsored by Mr. Johnson and Miss Cochonour in two enjoyable social events, a weiner roast at Fairview Park, and an indoor party in the high school gymnasium. Also we were well represented throughout the year in student activities. Four of our boys went out for basketball and eight, for football. Ten members were represented in the band, and from six to ten names appeared consistently on the honor roll. After reassembling in September, we found that our classmates had dwindled to sixty-three. Everyone seemed to be enthusiastic for the activities of '34 and '35 to dawn, particularly because we were entitled to the privilege of making life uneasy for the freshmen at the allschool party. Our officers elected to officiate during the ensuing year were as follows: Dale Underwood, president; William Staley, vice-president; Jay Littlejohn, secretary and treasurer. As usual the sophomores participated in many activities, both individual and group. An outstanding honor given to us were the important roles played by Rosemary Arney and Lee Davis in the operetta, And It Rained. We were also well represented in the choruses, debate, and athletics of all kinds. We were Page 22 JUNIORS First Row—Maxine Leohr. Ida Glosser. Maxine Weaver. Area Johnson. Eva Griffy. Marguerite Willsey. Dorothy Estes. Lela Mae Stevens. Second Row—Elizabeth Le May. Inez Shuey, Doris Callahan. Phyllis Comer. Elsie Stephens. La-verne Henderson. Ruth Shawvcr, Geneva Biggs. Trcssic Biggs. Third Row—Betty Buckler. Mildred Petty. Rosemary Arney. Chlorene Shicks. Marjorie Sharp, Edna Ragon, Irene Briggs. Mildred Huddleston. Fourth Row—Ursa Sidwell. Coral Huddleston. Alice Ripple, Virginia Poe. Virginia Whitton. Ruth Williams. guided during the school year by Miss Meyer and Miss Cochonour. Of the ninety-nine students who registered in the fall of 1933, fifty-five entered Casey Township High School as juniors in the fall of 1935. With Dale Underwood as our leader we felt that we were one of the ''peppiest'' organizations in high school. But Dale had some very capable helpers, being experienced in their particular line of work from the year before; William Staley, vice-president, and Jay Littlejohn, secretary and treasurer. Dale Underwood not only acted as our class president, but also as yell leader for the basketball rooting section which was usually filled with a great many juniors. Those boys from the junior class who were eligible for the first teams in football and basketball were as follows: football, Paul Dill, William Staley, William Stallings, and Eugene Stiff; basketball, James McFar-ling, Max Weaver, Russell Haddock, and Eugene Stiff. We were very proud of our boys when we were informed that Paul Dill and William Staley received honorable mention on the Wabash Valley Championship team and Eugene Stiff gained a place at tackle on the fourth team. Another great honor was given us when William Staley was elected captain of the football team of 1936. Also there were eleven members of our class that played in the sixty-piece Concert band of Casey Township High School. Practically every six-weeks period, a few names appeared on the honor roll. Debate, choruses, contest work, G. A. A. and various clubs have found these students valuable members. The climax of this year came May 1, when the juniors invited the seniors to an informal banquet given in the high school gymnasium. The scene was that of a summer resort with an orchestra as the chief attraction. We owe our credit for our successful achievement this past year to our sponsors, Miss Cochonour and Mr. Gordon. Page 23 SOPHO- MORES First Rcw—Lowell Slater, Bcb Goble. Stanley Kuhn. Charles Seewer. Charles Collins. Berl Slater. Bernard Stephenson. Noel Greever. Junior Law, Clifford Lamb. Second Row—Leon Taylor. Ivan Shicls. Carl Cahoon. Henry Staley, Leon Elliot. Paul Clark. Robert Coartney, Duane Miller, Lconal Elliott, Charles Hartham. Third Row—Herbert Lee, Albert Hcnsiek. Bcmont Cutright, Billy McDaniel, Leon Williams. Rex Connelly. Eugene Galey, Willard McCrory. Bernard Forester. Fourth Row—Don Henry. Bill Buckler. Russell Jones. Marion Shawver. Leonard McCrory. William Prather. William Fuson. James Giffin. Fifth Row—Floyd Smith. Franklin Thomas, Billy Emrich, Cecil Johnson. In September 1934, a group of one hundred and sixteen of us innocent little freshmen entered the portals of the Casey Township High School to become for the first time a part of its student body. Of course, there were the usual blunders, such as falling downstairs, getting into the wrong classes, and the like, but under the official guidance of Miss Huntington and Mr. Lee, we managed to organize ourselves as a class with Bill Buckler as president, Bob Goble as vice-president, and Charles Collins, as secretary and treasurer. By the second semester we had become sufficiently organized and at home to have a party in honor of St. Valentine and to produce what went on record as the first freshman class play in the history of Casey High. Elmer was the title of our production, and the characters were as follows: Elmer, Junior Law; Susan, Emma BelleLemley; Jeanie, Marguerite Middleton; Janie, Betty Chen-oweth; Fannie Belle, Marjorie Kil-born; Hubert, Bill Prather; Hubert's friend, Bill Fuson; Mother, Doris Lay- mon; Seamstress, Florence Finny. We felt that the play was quite a success and a worthy precedent for those who were to follow in our footsteps. The following September found our number reduced to ninety-eight but still retaining the same energy and pep of the old gang. The highly waxed floors proved somewhat upsetting to our newly acquired dignity as several of our members found themselves even more clumsy than in the freshman days. Once we were able to maintain our equilibrium again, we held another election, this time under the guidance of our two new sponsors, Miss Kelley and Mr. Acker. The results were: Don Henry, president; Herbert Lee, vice-president; and Doris Laymon, secretary and treasurer. At the all-school party we took the greatest of pleasure in watching the freshmen suffer as we had suffered the previous year. However, as the first six weeks rolled by and the grade cards appeared, many of us found ourselves more concerned about our own trials. Again we Page 24 SOPHO- MORES First Row—Wanctia Perisho. Helen Leohr. Mildred Daughhetee. Lenna McFarling, Enid Crouch. Marjorie Watson. Mary Orrell, Betty Cartwright. Wanda Brewer. Marie Speakman. Beulah Collins. Reba Frazier. Second Row—Norma Atkins. Emma Belle Lcmlcy. Marjorie Hock. Francis Clarke. Bernadinc Wallace. Doris Laymon. Modena Stanfield, Sybil Watts. Madeline Downey, Anna Mae Bliss, Marguerite Hock. Vera Beasley Third Row—Margie Kilborn. Marilyn Smith, Marguerite Middleton. Florence Finney. Rosamond Gardner. Betty Chenoweth. Phyllis Carroll. Pauline Cummins. Florine Stifal. Betty June Delp. Juanita Roberts. Eva Collins. Fourth Row—Evelyn Fain. Mary Ellen Artcrburn. Lucille Richardson. Verrctta Watts. Lavon Chrysler, Iva Brandenburg. Geneva Shaffer. Buda Coverstonc. Rose Crandall. Fifth Row—Eva Biggs. Sophia Wright. Ruth Webber. Alice Buckler. Mary June Sloan. made a fresh beginning and resolved that more work and less play would better our dignified position. As we were about to be dismissed for the short Christmas vacation, we were quite surprised to hear Junior Law read to Santa Claus a number of our secret wishes that had been recorded by our very efficient secretary. Throughout the year our class was well represented in athletics. Fifteen of our boys went out for basketball or football or both. They were: Franklin Thomas, Clifford Lamb, Bill Emrich, Albert Hensiek, Marion Shawver, Bill Fuson, Bill Buckler, Russell Jones, Leon Elliott, Noel Greever, Herbert Lee, Leon Taylor, Rex Connelly, Bill McDaniel, and Eugene Galey. Twelve members of our class were active in band work. They were: Emma Belle Lemley, Junior Law, Alice Buckler, Marjorie Kilborn, Bill Prather, Eugene Minear, Bob Goble, Bill Buckler, Leonal Elliott, Bill Fuson, Herbert Lee, and Betty Chenoweth. Page 25 We had our share of fun. In regard to this we should like to express our thanks to the School Board for having made possible our noontime recreation by furnishing us moving pictures and various games. We have profited by them and feel that they have helped us to become better school citizens. As to the scholastic record of our class, the first six weeks Beulah Collins, James Griffin, and Bill Prather made high honors. The second six weeks Beulah Collins and Doris Laymon were the only ones to earn high honors. By the time the third six weeks rolled around Billy Prather was the only one to reach the goal. Beulah Collins, James Giffin, and Billy Prather made high honors for the semester. As a class we have tried to uphold the standards of our school, and .we hope that we may continue to hold a respected place among the students and faculty of dear old Casey High. FRESHMEN First Row—Russell Craig. Eugene McCrory. Howard Elliott. Merle Funk. Robert Arney, Howard Mathis. Dean Middleton, Ben Bertram. Paul Robey. Ernest Hillard. Second Row—Lowell Layman. Herman Gardner. Don Underwood. Warren Barlow. Wayne Pumph-rey. Dale Bell, Dale Small. Harry Lee Gardner. Carl Ragon, Eugene Minear. Third Row—Ralph Allenthrop. Clifford Roan. Donald Maulding, Eugene Johnson. Herschel Collins. Junior Brewer. Willie Johnson. Walter Hall. Bob Wright. Max Meeker. Fourth Row—Paul Larkins. Dale Hoyt. George Demorois, Dean Evans. Junior Hartman, Don Brewer. John Fain. Doyle Estes. Fifth Row—George Hudson. Everett Comer. Scene: C. T. H. S. Time: September 3, 1935 to May 27, 1936. Act I—Scene I The scene opened with eighty-three green freshmen and Mr. Buckler in the assemly. Mr. Buckler directed the freshmen about their school duties and classes and at the sound of the bell, the freshmen scurried off to their lockers and various classes. Much to their embarrasment they often found themselves in the senior History class or the English III class, and occasionally were seen sliding down the stairs or in a none-too-graceful sitting position in the hall. The next thing, the inexperienced new-comers attempted to do was to organize the class. At the first meeting they elected as president, Eugene Johnson; vice-president, Max Meeker; secretary and treasurer, Betty Jane Daniel. This meeting enabled them to become acquainted with their class adivsor, Miss Huntington and Miss Harris. The freshmen became more experienced at the all school party given at the beginning of the school year. The upper classmen received no little amount of enjoyment out of tormenting the poor innocent beginners, but from the entertainment furnished by the embarrassed freshmen, the would-be superiors received much education. A class party was given by the new group on December 19, 1935 at which about forty boys and girls were present. Games were played, refreshments served, and lessons forgotten in a general good time. After having taken the examinations at the end of the first semester, they began to feel like full-fledged High School students. They began to realize that high school was to be taken much more seriously than grade school had been taken. The cockiness of the eighth grade was beginning to wane. Unfortunately not all of the class were able to stand the difficulties of high school work, for at the close of the second semester there were only seventy-eight enrolled. Scene II This beginning class, determined not to be outdone in activities by the Page 26 FRESHMEN First Row—Glcncva Havens. Ruth Crampton, Bernice Watt. Roberta Dean. Norma Ann Greever. Mary Shick. Maxine Staley, Betty Brown. Marjorie Delph. Maxine Davidson. Second Row—Gusta Maulding, Juanita Barr. Virginia Wright, Wanda Lea Beasley. Marjorie Watt, Irene Kemper. Doris Shafer. Lucille Roberts. Nola Fain. Ruby Thompson. Third Row—Betty Jane Daniels. Helen Dawson. Marie Cohoon. Esther Sidwell. Ruby Partlow. Clcda Smith. Mary Louise McNurlan, Arladenc Main. Ethel Ulrey. Fourth Row—Marabcllc Jenkins. Marian Lacey. Maude Orndoff. Ruth Steward. upper classmen, brought several leaders to the front. Robert Wright carried its name to fame in football, playing substitute for first team. Russell Craig, Donald Brewer, Freeman Biggs, Bennie Bertram, Howard Mathis, Robert Wright and Eugene fohnson, upheld the banners of the class in basketball. The class was duly represented in band by Donald Brewer, Norma Ann Greever, Bennie Bertram, Ruth Crampton, Bernice Watts, Doyle Estes, Gleneva Havens, Irene Kemper, Mary Louise McNurlan, Roberta Helen Dean, Arladene Main, Junior Brewer, Betty Jane Daniel, Marjorie Delp and Max Meeker. The mixed chorus members were Dale Bell, Arladene Main, Mary Louise McNurlan, Betty Jane Daniel and Max Meeker. For the scholastic honors of the first six weeks, high honors were given to Betty Jane Daniel, Eugene Johnson; honors, Roberta Dean, Modena Jeffers, Arladene Maine, Max Meeker, Clifford Roan, Mary Shicks. For the second six weeks, high honors, Betty Jane Daniel; honors, Modena Jeffers, Eugene Johnson, Clifford Roan, Mary Shick, Marjorie Watt, and Bernice Watts. Third six weeks, high honors, Betty Jane Daniel, Modena Jeffers, Eugene Johnson and Marjorie Watt. Honors, Herschel Collins, Max Meeker, Clifford Roan, Mary Shick and Bernice Watts. High honors for semester were Betty Jane Daniel, Modena Jeffers, Eugene Johnson and Marjorie Watt. The freshmen gave a play during the second semester for which they charged a whole nickel, thus serving the double purpose of entertaining the entire assembly and of paying for their page in the Flame. It is hoped that practically every member of the class will return next September to again take up his role as a student here in Casey High. Act II will begin September, 1936, and will extend until the last of May, 1937. Page 27 A U T U M N The crisping, falling leaves, the dying rose. The rain, the dripping eaves, the wind that blows, The garden now so void of flowers seems To put an end to all your summer dreams. You've schemes of camping out or hikes on eves. Of merry woodland picnics, tramps through leaves; The nights are ushered in with cheerful fire And as the red flames leap, your dreams conspire. Within the smoke they travel up the flue Where mostly all your day dreams end in view Of knowledge that but small percentage tossed Are charted up as won and not as lost. So fill your Autumn days with work and fun; And dream beside the fire when day is done. Doris J. Staley '36. Page 28 The earth’s shroud is embossed With gems of twinkling frost.” Page 29 CALENDAR September 2 Labor Day—Seniors begin their last labors. 3 Freshmen in wrong classrooms, as usual. 4 Oops!! Several people find that the floors have been waxed during the summer. 5 Students discover a few bad and many good points about their teachers. 6 Don't worry, Freshies, you won't always be green. Look at the Seniors. 9 Whoa, there! High School students who aspire to be race drivers find they are governed by Casey Police Force stationed at the grade school corner. 10 Don Ormsby, Balboa walked up a tree and discovered the Pacific Ocean. 11 We thought that most flowers were through blooming by now, but we see a few romances in the bud. 12 Watch out, Faculty!! Tomorrow is Friday, the thoiteenth. 13 The Casey Warriors journeyed to Mattoon to play their opening game. They were defeated by the heavier Mattoon eleven 14-0. The boys fought hard all through the game and threatened to score but could not put over a touchdown. 16 Classes may pass, and so ends all Monday morning assemblies. 17 School dismissed early on account of heat. Whew, it's hot! 19 Strange, stifling odors ensue from the chemistry laboratory, and so do the students. 23 Reverend Main gives interesting talk at Monday assembly. 24 Mr. Daugherty uses his new byword awk! frequently when wrong answers are given in science classes. 25 Illustrious Flame Staff of 1936 elected. Expect big things of them! 26 All school party. Freshies wander around the countryside in the wee small hours—also Mr. Ives. 27 Lovell Pulliam gives an imitation of a fancy ballet dancer on the slippery assembly floor. 28 The Casey boys engaged Robinson at Robinson. Both teams played a fine defensive game, but each lacked offensive power, the score being 0-0. We were heavily handicapped by the loss of one of our star back-field men, Clarence Townsend, who was on the injured list until the Paris game. 30 Another blue Monday. 31 Our second team beats Marshall's second team 6-0. Good omen! October 1 Mr. Bergeson says of course, in one History class exactly 1030 times by actual count. 2 Bleachers set up and football field lined. We are out for a good season this year. 3 School dismissed at noon to see Fall Festival Celebration. 4 Casey beats Charleston High in Story book finish game, of 12-0. Our Warriors marched out on the field determined to get revenge for Charleston's two victories of preceding years. It was a hard fought game climaxed by a forty-yard pass from Clayton Smith to Harry Clem that put the ball in scoring position. The winning touchdown came in the last minute of the game. 5 G. A. A. Play Day. 7 Group singing (more vigorous than usually because of new song books) and talk by Reverend Wilson for the Monday morning assembly. 8 Iris Underwood receives instructions that the word guy is not proper English. (Continued on Page 32) Page 30 SNAPS Fight for Old Casey High Senior Cutups Hello, Everybody! Our Drum Major Pals Fall Festival. Queen English, Latin and Science The Rainbow Float Page 31 10-11 Vacation — Teachers' Institute at Marshall. Do we hate it! ! 12 The Bergeson Crew, under a polished running and passing attack, upset the Palestine Pioneers to the tune of 12-0 on the local gridiron. This was the first Eastern Illinois victory and it inspired the boys to other triumphs. 14 Woe is us! First six-weeks tests. 15 Rinny Boy, famous dog of stage, radio, and screen, accompanied by his owner and trainer furnished an hour of entertainment in the old gym today. 16 Thoughts for today. Some peop'e talk of their small amount of studying as if they were proud of it. 17 The Mothers and Daughters stage their annual get-together. The speaker and honor guest of the evening was Mrs. John Hessler from Millikin University at Decatur, Illinois. The attendance record was broken, as there were more present than at any former Mother-Daughter banquet. 18 Wince Stewart returns to school after an appendectomy and an absence of four weeks. 21 Post-grads do a unique dramatization of The Highwayman, and Gilbert Gross performs an intricate operation. 23 First report cards, accompanied by sighs and tears. Freshies find that E does not mean excellent. 24 Fire drill. Each class went out the nearest door in orderly fashion. 25 A large crowd accompanied the Warriors for a night encounter with Paris at Paris. Paris, a weak team, wilted under the inspired running attack of the Casey boys. Laverl Miller's educated toe accounted for six points after touchdowns. 28 Whew, what a whopper. Mr. Gordon tells of his Wisconsin fishing trip in Monday morning assembly. 29 Boners in chemistry class: Crawford F. Atoms have muscular action. Carl S. Sb. stands for alimony. Laverl M. Hydraulic acid. 31 Halloween! Bands and many other groups from C. H. S. win prizes. November 4 Well, well! Here it is the month of Thanksgiving and turkey. 6 What's this? After all these weeks a freshman still gets into the wrong class. 8 Lyceum: Coffer Miller Players present Le Bourgeois Gentil-homme, a splendid comedy of the early eighteenth century. Public Speaking classes have tea for players. 11 The Blue Streaks of Martinsville invaded the Casey gridiron on Armistice day, and were sent back home with a 19-0 defeat at the hands of the Casey Warriors. Both teams played good ball, but the locals had the edge in most departments, especially the scoring department. 13 Rodney Greever is feeling pretty low. Tish, tish, all this fuss over an Eighth Grader. 14 At last the long expected Class Play arrives— Tons of Money. 18 Quite an honor. Lee Davis, Lucille Lee, and Doris Staley are picked for all state chorus. We learn that they did very well. 27 Big Parade! Will surely beat Marshall now. 28 The final game, an Eastern Illinois Championship game, and the turkey day game all in one was played on the local gridiron on Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day. The teams were well-matched and each displayed real footballplaying all through the game. Late in the final quarter Clarence Townsend booted a beauty of a field goal that gave us the winning margin. The great victory gave us the Eastern Illinois Championship and Marshall's goat. 29 Close of second six-weeks' period. Page 32 FOOTBALL First Row—Howard Smith, Russell Haddock. Harry Clem. Eugene Stiff. Paul Dill. Caotain Scott Brooke. Cleo Duckworth. Verlin Hartman. Don Hires. Marion Shawver, Franklin Thomas. Second Row—Albert Stallings. William Emrick. William Stallings. Russell Logue. William Staley. Laverl Miller. Clarence Townsend. William Burnett. Clayton Smith. Robert Wright. Russell Jones. Leonal Elliott. Assistant Coach Acker. Third Row—Coach Bcrgeson, Manager Hugh Smith. Noel Greever. Ivan Shiels, Dale Underwood. Everett Queen. Max Weaver. Albert Hcnsiek. Herbert Lee, Floyd Johnson. Frederick Bliss. William Fuson. The 1935 football season at Casey High was a reversal of the season of 1934 as far as games won and lost were concerned. The football team of 1935 won five, lost two, and tied one. Both losses were outside the League competition. Casey won the first Eastern Illinois League trophy in the history of the school. In 1926-1927, there was not a league organization. In 1931 Casey won, but a trophy was not given. The school and people of the community are mighty proud of this year's honor. Casey also finished fourth in the Wabash Valley, a league composed of about twenty-five schools. The only loss was to Garfield who was the ultimate winner of the Valley title and who finished third in the state of Indiana. Another feature of this season's team was that nine of the regular team received recognition or honorable mention in one of the four All-Valley Teams. Verlin Hartman made the first All-Valley Team at tackle, Clarence Townsend, the third and Eugene Stiff, the fourth. The following earned honorable mention: Clem Page 33 and Hires, ends; Miller and Staley, backs; Dill and Brooke, linemen. Casey surely received its share of Valley honors. About forty-five boys answered the call for football issued by Mr. Bergeson, who was assisted by Mr. Acker, the new assistant coach. In the group were nine letter men; consequently a successful season was in prospect. Sixteen boys received letters this year. Thirteen were seniors: Captain Brooke, Townsend, Hartman, Duckworth, Burnett, Logue, Miller, Clem, Hires, Stiff, Wm. Stallings, Smith and Bliss. The junior winners were Captain-elect Bill Staley, Paul Dill, and Russell Haddock. The final game with Marshall deserves mention, as every boy who played gave all he had, and the team looked as good as any Casey High team in many years. Every senior played as a senior should, a great finish in football for those boys. We all wish them the best of success in their after high-school days. So ends another football season at Casey High. SENIOR CLASS PLAY Joe Buckler. Winifred Foster. Mayme Etnire. Crawford Foraker, Jake Walters. Delmar Etnirc. Lovell Pulliam, Ruby Bertram, Hugh Smith, Iris Underwood. Swish! The curtain has just closed on the first act of Tons of Money, a clever English farce, which was interpreted with reckless speed and abandon by a capable cast, Swish! should really have been preceded by thump as Jake Walters hit the floor and as Mayme Etnire wept, Oh! I've killed him. Cheer up, girls and boys, she didn't make it. He lived to drown in the second act, and to vanish mysteriously in the third act only to return as twins. You may think the writer of the above two paragraphs is crazy—he is—he saw Tons of Money. To give you an idea of just how odd this drama was, let us mention that Lovell Pulliam and Ruby Bertram were the two legs of a triangle whose hypotenuse was Delmar Etnire. Hugh Smith, the perfect butler, was in love with the maid, Iris Underwood. Giles, the gardner, laid eggs in the parlor, and Auntie, Wini- fred Foster, deaf as the W. K. post, quarrelled with him about his manners. The cast cavorted before a newly painted set of flats, which seemed to put pep into their performance. The entire entertainment lasted eighty-four minutes. The plot of the play was not so important to the audience as the situations, which kept developing in rapid succession. Nor are the plot, character names, or setting of this play important to the annals of the future. It is important to remember only that a play was performed, fun was had, and a job was well done. As a financial result, the sum of ninety dollars was added to the Senior Class treasury. After the performance, December 19, 1935, Miss Johnston, senior sponsor, invited the cast to her home for refreshments and for a hash session. The director, Mr. Ives, received a handsome leather wallet and keyring set as a gift from the cast. Page 34 FLAME STAFF First Row—Bernice Kilborn. Doris Staley. Carl Stull. Mayme Etnire. Jake Walters. Second Row—Subrina Huffman. Alverta Philippi. Joe Buckler, Paul Roberts. Maxine Giffin. Harry Clem. The flame staff which was organized September twenty-fifth by the votes of the Senior Class held its first meeting a few weeks later. This group decided upon their goal and have successfully worked together to attain it. It is their hope that you, as readers of this Flame of 1936, will find it newly different, better organized, and more interesting than any of its predecessors. The publication and distribution of annuals is one of the most important events which takes place during the closing weeks of school. The seniors especially look forward to the annual year book as it is a written and a pictured record of their life with friends and teachers in Casey High. As for the underclassmen, it is valuable to have an annual for each of their years in the organization of which they become a more important part with the progress of each term. There is more to say concerning the work required of each member, the tasks he did, and the willingness Page 35 with which he accomplished them, than there is space for. But each and every one of them know that no one person was responsible for the results obtained—that except for the interest in the work and the full cooperation of everyone, this annual would have been merely a collection of pictures and facts. As it is, there are bits of character woven throughout each article and feature, and a definite use for each picture that is involved to make up a complete work. Miss Johnston was the guide and an important figure in the work. Her time spent in this task is fully appreciated. In addition to the actual make up, production and publication of the book, there is another chapter to the story, and that is the matter of financing. Because the selling price is much less than the cost, other means of financing the project must be planned. This was arranged by the business managers, directed by Mr. Daugherty, who devised the schemes to make the extra dollars to pay for the 1936 Flame. STUDENT COUNCIL First Row—Jay Littlejohn. Wanda Daughhetee. Betty Jane Daniel. Lorean Francis. Doris Laymon, Max Meeker. Second Row—William Staley. Donald Henry, Herbert Lee. Dale Underwood. Scott Brooke. Eugene Johnson. The Student Council, which is reorganized each year, is made up of officers of the four classes. Lorean Francis, president of the Senior Class, was president of the organization, while the other officers of the Senior Class assisted her in performing the duties of the group. This year the Student Council, wiih the help of Miss Kelley, took upon themselves the responsibility of planning the assembly programs, which consisted of various types of musical, literary, and miscellaneous features. An unusually good Lyceum course has also been sponsored by the Student Council. Some of the numbers appearing in the year's course were: Coffer-Miller players; Dr. White, Scientist; and Loring Campbell, magician. All the pep meetings were in charge of the Student Council which in turn assigned special pep meetings to the various classes, who were responsible for that particular program. The outstanding pep meetings of the year were held the days before Thanksgiving and Armistice games. Along with the pep meetings, the Student Council planned one large all-school parade. All students were requested to participate in this in order to show the people of Casey that the high school really had some pep. The parade was probably the best that has been sponsored for the past five years. Members of the student body decorated a float which made a valuable contribution. This parade was held before the football season opened. Besides the sponsoring of pep meetings, parades, Lyceum Courses, and various other activities of interest, the Student Council was in charge of tournaments which were held at Casey throughout the year. All members of the organization are admitted free to all tournaments in session at Casey. Of course, this fully repays them for the year's hardships! To be a member of the Student Council is one of the highest honors a person can attain while in high school, for the position carries with it a prestige that few of the other offices do. In reality, the members of the Student Council are the school's leaders, and consequently, should so conduct themselves that at all times they v ill command the respect of the entire student body. Page 36 G. A. A. First Rcw—Ida Glosser. Edna Lawson. Wanctia Perisho. Dorothy Estes. La Verne Henderson. Lenna McFarling. Enid Crouch. Subrira Huffman. Eva Biggs. Second Row—Anna Mae Bliss. Marguerite Hock. Ina Edwards. Emma Belle Lcmley. Rcba Frazier. Buda Coverstonc, Virginia Welker. Mardy Morrison. Alice Ripple. Mildred Huddleston, Geneva Biggs. Mary Ellen Arterburn. Mary Liffick. Freda Roberts. Third Rcw—Florine Stifal. Vera Bcasly. Ernestine Lacey. SoDhia Wright. Marjorie Sharp. Mildred Petty. Elizabeth Lemay. Rosalie Shawver. Evelyn Fain. Veretta Watts. Ruth Shawver. Wanda Daughhetee, Lavon Chrysler. Fourth Row—Marguerite Middleton. Madylcnc Downey. Virginia Whitton. Chlorene Shick. Ethel Webber. Marjorie Baumgartner. Maxine Weaver. Grace Orand, Elsie Stephens, Geneva Shaffer. Margie Kilborn. Rose Crandall. Fifth Row—Betty Buckler, Lorean Francis. Inez Shuey. Virginia Poe, Phyllis Comer. Mayme Et-nire. Betty Chenoweth. Betty Delp. Juanita Roberts. Ruth Williams. Alice Buckler. G. A. A. Pledge: I promise to uphold the ideals of the Girls' Athletic Association. By prompting interest in the Athletics and the out-of-doors. By living so that I may be healthy and strong.” This is the pledge that the present enrollment of eighty-five G. A. A. members have taken during the past year. Before becoming a member of the Girls' Athletic Association, each girl must have earned 150 points, these points must be earned by maintaining training rules and by taking part in a certain number of outside sports. The seasonal sports offered are: soccer, volleyball, basketball and baseball. Other activities by which points can be secured are archery, horseshoe pitching, hikes, tennis, and dancing. Awards are given to the girls according to the number of points they have earned. To the girl who has earned 600 points, the first local Page 37 award is an emblem; for 1200 points, the second award, a C”, is given, for 1600 points the letter the second State award; for 2000 points, the League emblem is presented. Approximately twenty-five girls received awards this year. The five highest point girls were: Iris Underwood, Mary Shawver, Lorean Francis, Subrina Huffman, and Grace Orand At the beginning of the school year, a thorough examination of each girl was made by the State Examining Doctor and Nurse. Because of the follow-up work many of our girls were one hundred per-cent at the close of the school year. One hundred girls were physically able to take the entire course of physical education throughout the year. During the second semester, units covering personal and community hygiene and first aid v ere presented. A successful G. A. A. closed with a physical education demonstration in which a majority of the G. A. A. members participated. W I Pure white, a thousand shapes with none alike Fall swiftly in the gathering gray twilight. The snow, a joy of boys and girls of sports Comes falling in abundance for snow forts. We hear the wind come howling 'round the place, And nature has indeed a different face. Other sounds come stealing through the night; The song of Jingle Bells rings out with might. Boys and girls are skating over there, where Shouts and laughter float thru moonlight air. But cozy, on the inside by the fires, We hear tales of other winters, told by sires. So winters come and winters go—some fair— Some good—some leaving memories lingering there. Edna Lawson '36 Page 38 And forest and meadow and slope of hill Around thee are lonely, lovely, and still.” Page 39 CALENDAR December 2 Here begins the last month of a fairly good year. 4 Oops! Another explosion in chemistry. Victims: Clayton Smith and Paul Roberts. 6 The Casey Warriors go to Mat-toon to play the first game of the season. Mattoon wins by a score of 32-21. 9 Mr. Bergeson: Well, now considering the A. A. A.— Mary Shawver: What's the A. A. A.? 11 B-r-r-r—here's old man winter again. 12 Snow, and nobody would stop it. 13 The invasion of Paris on the local court was a treat for the Warriors as it meant the season's first victory. Casey's clock-like offense and staunch defense gave them victory with a 32-22 score. The scoring was well-divided with all the boys hitting the baskets with regularity. 14 The Warriors meet their second defeat of the season at Effingham. It seemed to be an off night for our boys as no one could hit the basket as he normally did. 17 Mr. I. E. Conner of the Huston-Patterson Corporation of Decatur calls in regard to the Flame. 20 The Warriors suffer the worst defeat of the season by the score of 35-12 in favor of Greenup: 21 The Warriors lost a heartbreaker to Robinson on the home floor by the score of 30-28. After having held the advantage in all parts of the game, as well as the scoring until the last thirty seconds, the boys were defeated by Robinson's last quarter rally. The game was a thriller all the way with each team fighting hard. Clem and Townsend turned in good floor games as usual. The scoring was pretty well divided among the five boys. 23 Look at it snow! It seems we'll have a white Christmas after all. 24 Shhh—Santa comes tonight! 26 Flare of new Xmas neckties. 27 Christmas toys all broken by now. 30 Back to school. Is everybody happy? 31 Whoopee tonight—headaches tomorrow. January 1 Well, well, here we are in another new year. It won't be long now (said the monkey as he caught his tail in the sausage grinder.) 2 Students are reminded that it won't be long until semester exams. Gloom. 3 After having been defeated three times in a row, the Purple and Gold defeated the Marshall Lions and recorded its second victory of the season. The game was very rough and hard fought with close guarding on both sides. Even though Casey scored only nineteen points, it was enough to defeat the Lions who could only gain sixteen. 4 Another game that should have been a victory for the Warriors was a victory for Hutsonville. The Warriors were unable to crash the stout zone defense used by their opponents. The result of the game showed Casey on the small end of a 22-24 score. 6 Theodore Roosevelt, a great man, died on this day. From a glance at the Monday assembly it seems that several young men are going to follow in his footsteps. 8 Pipe bursts—half day vacation. 9 County Tournament starts at Martinsville. 10 Whoopee! Casey came through and the gold trophy is ours. 13 Textbooks begin trips to respective homes of students for perhaps the first time this year. 14 The Warriors were the victims of (Continued on Page 42) Page 40 SNAPS The cold wind doth blow, and we shall have snow. The Four Horsemen Three of Us Sophomores Junior Cronies Two Flames on the Staff The Bus Gets Us Here on Time It's always fair weather when pals get together 3KET- BALL one of the most terrific fourth quarter rallies of the season. Unable to stop the Newton team, the Warriors were defeated by the score of 35-25. It was a fast offensive battle with one and then the other leading until Newton took command in the last quarter. 15 The town s practically deserted this evening. 16 Ah, hall At last the day has come when we must do or die. 17 Close of first semester. 20 Exam, results show who has and who has not made the grade. Oh, Me! 22 School dismissed early. Big snow on the way. 23 Snow. 24 And more snow. Records show worst cold since 1899. 25 After three successive defeats, the Purple and Gold of Casey turned on the steam to defeat the Charleston Trojans by a score of 38-30. The Warriors connected with several baskets as the score shows. 28 E. I. Tourney begins. 30 President Roosevelt born, 1882. Bergeson still claims he was one of the best ever. 31 Mr. Bergeson: Well, I see—of course—that the A. A. A. is dead. February 1 Oblong wins the E. I. Tourney. 2 Ground hog day. The sun shone —too bad. Overshoes still in fashion. 4 Oops—one down and two to go —going—gone. Streets seem slick. 6 Amateur Contest. Lots of good talent, but John W. Brewer proves the best. 7 The Warriors were overcome by Oblong, the Eastern Illinois League Champions this season. The Purple and Gold put up a splendid fight that fell short only by five points. For the locals, Clayton Smith was high point man with ten points. The other boys played good floor games but were unable to break into the scoring very heavily. Townsend and Haddock played an especially good defensive game. 8 The Warriors turned on all their power, and defeated the West-field team by the score of 33-21. This was the third time that the locals had defeated the West-field team. The two previous times were in the County Tournament and the E. I. Tournament. 11 Kansas defeated the Casey Warriors in a most unusual game. It was more like a football game than a basketball game. Many freak shots were made by each team. Casey was found on the short end of a 30-25 score when the game was over. Haddock gathered 13 points to be high for the local team, but it was not enough for victory. 12 Lincoln's birthday. Special assembly program. 14 When the Warriors defeated the Palestine Pioneers, they probably turned in their best game of the season. This was the eighth victory of the season for the Acker-coached boys. 15 The Warriors gained revenge when they defeated the Mattoon team 32-25 in an overtime game. Mattoon had defeated the Casey Warriors in their start of the season. Casey took charge of the scoring from the start and were ahead from then except toward the end. Clayton Smith scored five points in the overtime, giving Casey a winning margin. Clem and Etnire each scored six points. 17 Tryouts for cheer leader. Marilyn Smith, Modena Stanfield, and Dale Underwood are elected. 22 Washington's birthday. Last scheduled game for Casey. 21-24 No school. N.E. A. at St. Louis. 27-28-29 District Basketball Tourney at Casey. 29 Leap year day. Are you making the most of it? Page 42 BASKET- BALL First Row—Paul Wright, Eugene Stiff. Russell Logue, Harry Clem. Crawford Foraker, Russell Haddock. Clarence Townsend. Dclmar Etnire, Clayton Smith. Max Weaver. Manage Second Row—Ben Bertram, William Staley. Marion Shawver. Leon Coleman. William Franklin Thomas. William Fuson. Robert Coarlney. Eugene Galey, Albert Hensie . Burnett. Everett Queen. James McFarling, Freeman Biggs. Third Row—Coach Acker. Assistant Coach Bergeson. The 1935-36 basketball season opened at Casey High a few weeks in advance of the close of the football season as the boys not out for football began basketball under the direction of our new basketball coach, P. E. Acker. The team this year was built around Harry Clem, Crawford Foraker, Russel Logue, Eugene Stiff, and Clarence Townsend. Five others who did not see much action last year but proved themselves to be important cogs of this year's team were Delmar Etnire, Russell Haddock, Clayton Smith, Max Weaver, and Paul Wright. About fifty boys reported for practice at the first of the season, and a majority of this number stayed out all season. In fact, as the season ended, something like thirty-five boys were playing basketball. Just four days after the close of the football season, the first game was played at Mattoon on December 6, and was lost. In the first game of the season at Casey on December 13, the boys were rounding into shape and proceeded to initiate and Page 43 dedicate their new basketball uniforms by handing Paris a 32-22 drubbing. From this game to the end of the season the boys developed in ability day by day as a team that would bear watching. The second team, under the direction of Mr. Bergeson, was composed largely of sophomores who were guided through a thorough developing process and a successful season. Those showing up best during this year were: Bennie Bertram, Freeman Biggs, Don Brewer, Bill Buckler, Bob Coartney, Lloyd Coartney, Bill Fuson, Eugene Galey, Albert Hensiek, Dale Hoyt, Howard Mathis, Jim McFarling, Everett Queen, Bill Staley, Marion Shawver, Howard Smith, and Bob Wright. To these boys together with Russell Haddock and Max Weaver, the only two of the first ten to remain for next year. Delm Etnire, Buddy Clem, Crawf Foraker, Russ Logue, Sticks Stiff, Clayt Smith, Townie Townsend, Pete Wright, and Wince Stewart, whose basketball career at Casey High closes this season say: Carry on, You Casey Warriors)'' First Row—Lcwell Laymon. James McFarling. William Glidwell. Charles Collins. Berna-d Stephenson. Berl Slater. Harold Ragon. Rex Connelly. Dale Underwood. John Fain. Walter Hart. Lcwell Slater. Second Row—Eugene Hillard, Don Mauldir.g. Fred Clark. David Bell. Richard Lacey. William Burnett. Dwane Miller, Robert Coartney. Willie Johnson. Jay Littlejohn. Leonard McCrory. Third Row—Albert Stallings. Don Hires. Vcrlin Claypool. Laverl Miller. Lloyd Coartney. William Stallings. Everett Queen. George Demarios. Willard McCrory. Fourth Row—Clarence Cummins. Dale Hoyt, Russell Jones. Morris Padcn. William Emrich. Lcland Mullens. Floyd Smith. Franklin Thomas. Fifth Row—David Lindsay. Mr. Ncwlin. Carl Stull. George Sloan. Howard Smith. Clarence Townsend. Verlin Hartman. The Future Farmers of America is an organization of farm boys who are enrolled in vocational agriculture. The Casey Chapter with a membership of about fifty boys is one of two hundred such chapters in Illinois, which go to make up the state organization. The National F. F. A is composed of all the state chapters, of which there are 3,500 in the United States and the Hawaiian Islands with a membership of 80,000 boys. The F. F. A. tends to promote, and develop farming activities, leadership, competitive activities, scholarship, thrift, and citizenship. The boys of the Casey chapter participated in sectional and state judging contests, in dairy, fat stock, poultry, corn and grain, during the past year, and won many blue ribbons. Their winnings at the live stock fair and the corn, grain and poultry show have been more than $350 for 1935. Carl Stull was awarded the degree of State Farmer in 1935 for his achievements in F. F. A. activities. Carl will be a student in the college of agriculture at Urbana next year. Forrest Wright and Arthur Sidwell, former Casey F. F. A boys, are now students in the Agricultural College. Alex Reed, Clinton Cutright, Walter Lacey, Wayne Sidwell, and Thurman Wright, former members of the Casey Agricultural Department, are teaching vocational agriculture in high schools in Illinois. Many former F. F. A. boys are now successfully established in farming in their respective communities. An evening conference for farmers on pasture improvement was held during November and December. With the College of Agriculture cooperating, these meetings were well attended by an interested group of farmers from which good results are to be expected. The officers for the Club are: President, Howard Smith; vice-president, Floyd Smith; secretary, Jay Littlejohn; treasurer, Fred Clark; reporter, Carl Stull; advisor, Walter A. Newlin. Page 44 HOME , .; ... CLUB First Row—Trcssic Biggs. Wanctia Perisho. Mary Shawvcr. Mildred Daughhetce. Phyllis Comer, Wanda Daughhetce. Mayme Etnire. Bernadine Wallace. Norma Atkins. Modena Stanfield. Marilyn Smith. Subrina Huffman. Freda Roberts. Second Row—Betty Brown. Eva Biggs. Nolia Fain. Ida Glosser. Winifred Foster. Edna Ragon. Rosemary Arney. Anna Mae Bliss. Enid Crouch. Reba Frazier. Florine Stifal. Marguerite Hock. Vera Beasley. Third Row—Marie Spcakman, Lucille Roberts. Alverta Philippi. Evc’.yn Fain. Vcrctta Watts. Geneva Biggs. Mildred Huddleston. Ruby Bertram, Lucille Lee. Doris Callahan, Lenna McFar-ling, Beulah Collins. Madylenc Downey. Fourth Row—Geneva Shaffer. Juanita Roberts. Ruby Partlow. Marie Cahoon. Rosalie Shawver, Grace Orand. Eva Collins. La Verne Henderson, Rose Crandall. Fifth Row—Dorothy Payne. Florence Finney. Loretta Johnson. Helen McCrory. Maxine Giffin. Mary June Sloan, Sophia Wright. The Home Economics Club, under the leadership of Miss Margaret B. Jones, completed a very successful year for 1935-1936. In order to be a member of the club each girl had to have taken a course in Home Economics at some time. For the regular club meeting, committees were chosen who divided the group so that every girl took part at some time during the year in the program. The program definitely included the serving of tea. The purpose of the serving of tea was to develop poise in being a hostess, to learn how to be hospitable, and to provide a bit of sociability. The club's educational program included the following activities: Exhibition of pictures of sculptures, consumer education project, the serving of hot luncheons, and the spring style show. Probably the most successful and beneficial project of the year was the serving of hot lunch at the noon hours. It not only helped the club to earn money but also taught the girls how to buy food economically, how to serve and how to arrange their work. The money from the project was used for the trip to the rally day at Newton. The social activities of the year were the Mother and Daughter banquet, the Mother and Daughter tea, and the Big and Little Sister evening at club. No doubt the Mother and Daughter banquet was the most important event. The food was cooked and served by the girls taking foods. This banquet enabled the mothers to meet each other and to meet the women of the high school faculty. The honor guest and speaker of the evening was Mrs. John Hessler from Millikin University at Decatur, Illinois. The membership for the year was about seventy-five. The club took some of the money they earned from the hot lunch and registered as a member of the state association which was a forward step for the club. Page 45 BROAD- CASTER STAFF First Rcw-—Mary Shawver, Iris Underwood. Mayme Etnire, Winifred Foster. Elsie Stephens. Chlor-ene Shick. Ida Glosser. Wanda Daughhctcc. Second Row—Mildred Petty. Maxine Giffin. Delmar Etnire. Carl Stull. David Bell. Virginia Whitton, Inez Shuey. The Broadcaster, the C. T. H. S. receiving and transmitting station in print of school history in the making, has during the fall of 1935 and the winter and spring of 1936 continued to truthfully, vividly, and correctly in words convey through the page in the Casey Banner Times, the news of the school. Within a few days after the ringing of the first bell in September, the staff organized with the asistance of Miss Christman, our supervising editor. At first our columns required writing and rewriting to construct accurately, but as the staff gained in experience and practice the news stories evolved with more ease and speed. With the compilation of registration statistics completed, the staff began chronicling the events of the fall sports season and the outstanding achievements in the regular routine of school life. The class plays and art exhibit took their share in the head lines. As the weeks passed the three six weeks' honor rolls and semester examinations and averages became the news of the week. The lyceum numbers, clubs, class and faculty meetings, county, district and state contests, and Monday morning and special assemblies were interesting events of which to write from time to time. A special edition broadcast, a four page sheet, was issued before Christmas for the hofiday season and the alumni reunion. The year 1936 brought the winter indoor sports and basketball tilts to be diagnosed and retold, and spring the outdoor sports, and music, literary, departmental, and track contests. Through all of these the staff forgot not their excellent sense of humor, and added an enlivening pinch of nonsense to what might have been, otherwise, sometimes, a rather dull tale. The live wires who have kept this broadcast current in 1935-1936 are: Maxine Giffin, Mary Shawver, Winifred Foster, Mayme Etnire, Delmar Etnire, Chlorine Shick, Elsie Stephens, Wanda Daughhetee, Virginia Poe, Inez Shuey, Mildred Petty, Wanda Brewer, Iris Underwood, and Ida Glosser. Page 46 First Row—Eugene Johnson. Chlorene Shick. Edna Lawson, Ruth Shawver. Jay Littlejohn, Hugh McConnell. Second Row—William Stallings, Loyal Hall. Bernard Forester, Mr. Ives. Morris Paden. Dale Underwood, Dale Bell. Resolved: That the several states should enact legislation providing a system of complete medical service available to “till citizens at public expense. Above is the statement of the debate question for 1935-1936 season. The topic, popularly known as “Socialized Medicine, is loaded with economic and social implications of importance to everyone, rich or poor. There is bound to be keen discussion and widespread public interest in this question. Casey debaters were only a half dozen out of more than 100,000 high schools who were debating this question in 1936. Our schedule included these meetings: Paris affirmative at Paris while Effingham negative came to Casey February twelth. On February twenty-sixth Newton affirmative came to Casey, and Casey affirmative met Westfield. Finally Robinson negative team were our guests on March tenth, and Casey negative went to Charleston. These three series of debates were part of the Eastern Illinois League activities. Later in the spring we participated in the debates of the newly formed Illinois High School Speech Association. Since we had no experienced speakers, our season promised to be a difficult one, especially since the question was complicated. Whatever success this year's team had is due to the work of each individual member, and to the able coaching of Mr. Ives. Page 47 s p R I N G We are glad that spring has come again, After winter's cold and stormy reign, Bringing her flowers and shrubs and vines, And leaves for the trees and columbines. Nature's supreme on hills, in vales. And wild life treks on woodland trails, The birds are warbling in the trees, And bushes blowing in the breeze. Spring brings happiness and bliss Her breath is like a maiden's kiss. The earth is trimmed with bright spring flowers, And the grass is fresh with April showers, Her skies are purest azure blue, And bring the love of life to you. Wm. Chalmers Prather '38 Page 48 ' I here a dance of leaves in that aspen bower, I here's a smile on the fruit and a smile on the flower.' Page 49 CALENDAR March 2 Lyceum, Marionettes. Very amusing and intricate. Students thoroughly enjoy program. 4 Grade cards for first six weeks. Ah, me! 5-6-7 Regional Tournament. 7 Sunshiny day, such a relief. 9 Courtesy week sponsored by Home Economics Club. Special Courtesy program in assembly. 10 Debate. Robinson negative at Casey. Casey negative at Charleston. 11 Faculty dinner party at J. B. Buckler's home. 12 Sectional tournament at Mattoon. 13 Older Boy's Conference—Lawr-enceville. Casey is well represented. Friday the thirteenth. Ep-worth League Leap Year party. 16 Monday morning assembly for St. Patrick. 17 St. Patrick, and all the green bows and neck ties. 18-19-20 State Basketball Tournament. 20 Junior class play—Romeo and Juliet. Well done, Juniors. 20 Solo and Ensemble contest at Effingham. The following people take part: Solos in clarinet, Virginia Miller and Loretta Johnson; in cornet, Lovell Pulliam, Lee Davis and Bob Goble; in flute, Margie Kilborn; in oboe, Alice Buckler, in trombone. Bill Buckler; in bass, Herbert Lee and Crawford Foraker; in French horn, Paul Wright and Don Ormsby; in piano, Betty Daniel in drum, Paul Roberts and Charles Goble; in tenor sax. Bill Prather. Sextet— Paul Wright, Lovell Pulliam, Lee Davis, Crawford Foraker, Bill Fu-son, and Bill Buckler. Quintet— Don Ormsby, Alice Buckler, Betty Buckler, Noel Greever, and Arludene Main. 23 French Club—movie on scenes of France and Paris. 30 Assembly program. 31 March leaves according to the old saying. April 1 Customary April Fool tricks. 3 District Band contest at Effingham. 4 Gymhkana Circus Illinois University—sponsored by Boy Scouts. 6 Senior Guidance Day—This is the second day of its kind at Casey High School. Last year's day which was very successful was planned by a committee of the Eastern Illinois School Master's Club. Casey was selected as the meeting place because of its location and because it was equipped to accomodate the project. The general purpose of this educational project was to offer guidance to groups of high school seniors. 8 The Red Lamp, Freshman Class play. Surely, they are dramatic. 9 Preliminary Literary and Musical contest. On your toes, children. 9 Close of second six-weeks. Five down and one more to go. 10 Good Friday. 11 G. A. A. Play Day for ten surrounding schools. 13 Home Economics reception for senior girls. Election of officers for 1936-1937. The club receives recognition of membership in the National American Home Economic Association. 15 County Literary meet at West-field. 16 County music meet at Marshall. “Oh, the music goes 'round and 'round.'' 18 County track meet at Casey. Home Economic club rally at Newton. Only those girls are eligible who have taken part in exhibit and who enter judging contest. (Continued on Page 52) Page 50 SNAPS A Fish Story—Seeing Is Believing Junior Chums Noonday Frolic Just Being Natural Hobby?—Snaps In the Spring a Young Man's Fancy Signs of Spring What—Againl Page 51 21 Latin Club Banquet. Roman food, favors, program and plenty of fun as is customary at this event. 25 State Band Contest at Urbana. Winners of the district compete. Eastern Illinois Literary, Music, Track meet at Paris. Casey won last year, too. May 1 Junior-Senior Banquet. The southern colonels and their ladies were entertained with a grand feast in the garden of one of the prominent estates. The guests gathered on the veranda of the mansion which was festively decorated with wisteria and orange blossoms. The rustic furniture and artistic spinning wheels furnished a truly romantic setting for the younger couples. The four white pillars on the veranda made it seem very stately and dignified even though there was a great deal of noise and excitement among the younger guests as this was a long looked-for event of the year. The ladies and colonels strolled through the garden admiring the many flowers and especially the rock garden and fountain of youth in the center. Directly overhanging the fountain was a brightly colored star with streamers of purple and violet running to the edge of the garden. The effect was one of a canopy of streamers. Dinner was served in true colonial fashion at huge banquet tables decorated with candles and violets. The program books were enveloped in silhouettes of colonial characters. During the course of the evening and dinner the guests were entertained by plantation singers and other music. The most important number on the program was Frances Sellers —radio's foremost whistler and bird call interpreter. All of the colonels and ladies regretted the time when their victorias and carriages arrived to whisk them away to their own plantations. 4 Home Economic Club sponsor Mother-Daughter Tea and Style Show. 7 Iowa Tests. For five years we have taken these Iowa state tests which we think are the stiffest of their kind. 15 Exhibit Day. Unusual display of year's work. Public speaking one-act plays are given very nicely. 20 French Club Banquet. This banquet is honoring the senior members of the French department. Everything is done to carry out the French theme. The predominating colors used in the decorations are black, white, and red. The place cards and table decorations carry out the French theme. An appropriate program consisting of toasts on the popular French idioms of Oui, Oui, Madame, Au Revoir, and Bon Voyage. Musical numbers furnished the remaining part of the program. 22 Senior Examinations.. All seniors who have a B average or better are exempt. 25 Review for finals. 26-27 Final Examinations. Now we’ll know what's what. 28 Class Day. 29 Commencement. The speaker is William Rainey Bennett, who for over twenty years has lectured professionally in practically every city in the United States. Most of his engagements now are return dates. Bennett looks and lives his philosophy which is, You're never down and out until you admit it yourself. He thinks straight, hits hard and makes you like it. He has a high sense of humor, gets many laughs from his audience. He is a great favorite of youth. Farewell to C. T. H. S. This has been a fine year. Page 52 BAND First Row—Marjorie Baumgartner. Elizabeth Lc May. Rosemary Arney. Loretta Johnson. Betty Buckler. Roberta Helen Dean. Mary Louise McNurlan, Alice Buckler. Arladcnc Maine. Betty Chenoweth. Margie Kilborn. Second Row—Ruby Bertram. Maxine Weaver, Mildred Petty. Lucille Lee. Ruth Williams. Marjorie Delp. Norma Louise Lc May. Norma Greever. Junior Law. Don Ormsby. Cleo Duckworth. Loren Barker. Paul Wright. Virginia Moore. Wanda Brewer. Russel Haddock. Max Meeker. Lee Davis. Bob Goble, Lovell Pulliam. Third Row—J. O. Hawkins. Bernice Kilborn. Ben Bertram. Emma Belle Lemley, Inez Shuey. Bernice Watts. Doris Callahan. Ruth Crampton. Irene Kemper. Noel Greever. Paul Roberts. Herbert Lee. Crawford Foraker. Eugene Stiff, William Fuson. Doyle Estes. Joe Buckler. Charles Goble. Jake Walters. Billy Prather. Don Brewer. Duane Miller. Leonal Elliot. Virginia Whitton. Betty Jane Daniel. Bill Buckler. Virginia Miller. The band is without doubt the most popular music organization of Casey High School. There is a lure to the band that is not present in other music groups. Then, too, by its many appearances at the various school and community functions it does its own advertising. During the past seven years, the Casey High School Band has grown from a small band of twenty players, without any degree of balanced instrumentation and without uniforms, to the present band of over sixty musicians, all gayly uniformed in the latest military style in the school colors of purple and gold. The Casey band has proved its merit in the past by winning three successive first division ratings in the district band contests and each time ranking second division in the State Band contests. A large percent of the players entered the solo and ensemble contest’and carried away honors for Casey High. In the solo and ensemble contest this year at Effingham, Casey was represented by fifteen soloists and four en- Page 53 sembles. The band played a group of concert numbers on the Annual Music Festival sponsored by the Casey Informal Club, which was well received. The band played at all home football and basketball games this year, and traveled with the team and fans to the football game at Paris. Also our band was selected as the concert band to play at all the sessions of the Eastern Illinois League Basketball tournament. During Casey's Fall Festival the parade was headed by the Casey High School Band, with Virginia Miller, our solo clarinetist, out in front step-pin' high with the Drum Major's baton to the tune of “Hail, Hail, Casey. The object of our band department is not to turn out finished musicians, but to bring an opportunity to all students to experience the thrill of playing in a band and to acquire many of the fundamentals of technique to get an insight into some of the finer music of the great composers. MIXED CHORUS First Row—Betty Chenowcth. Lavon Chrysler. Betty Jane Daniel. Mary Louise McNurlan, Mary Ellei Arterburn. Doris Staley. Lucille Lee. Arladcne Main. Second Row—Herbert Lee. Max Meeker. Bill Buckler. Bernard Forester. Lee Davis. Lovell Pulliam. Dale Bell Third Row—Jake Walters. Joe Buckler. Rex Connelly. The mixed chorus has been growing in popularity each year since it was first organized. The fact that it is a permanent organization of our school, and that it has won two E. I. League pennants in succession, par tly accounts for the growing interest. Our aim for this chorus is to select as members only students with the necessary musicianship with voices that blend in order that some degree of perfection may be attained in the beautiful art of ensemble singing. The iype of music used this year has been largely A Cappella in style. Much time has been spent in vocal exercises and vowel blending. A collection of Bach Chorales has been a source of great help toward better group singing. Some of the numbers sung by this year's chorus are: Today There Is Ringing, Lullaby on Christmas Eve, Skipper Ireson's Ride, and In These Delightful Pleasant Groves. Members of the chorus are: Sopranos: Mary Louise McNurlan, Betty Chenoweth, Betty Daniel, and Elizabeth LeMay. Altos: Lucille Lee, fell Doris Staley, and Arladine Main. Tenors: Lovell Pulliam, Lee Davis, Joe Buckler, Dale Bell, and Rex Connelly. Basses: Jake Walters, Herbert Lee, Bill Buckler, Max Meeker, and Bernard Forester. The chorus of this fall had the distinction of three of its members being selected to sing in the All-State Chorus which was one of the high lights in the program given during the High School Teachers' Conference at Urbana. The three students were Lee Davis, first tenor; Doris Staley, first alto; Lucille Lee, second alto. Our splendid chorus of 1935-1936 has participated in several events this year. It sang at the Annual Music Festival sponsored by the Casey Informal Club, Missionary program at the M. E. Church, general programs before the high school assembly, and the annual commencement exercises. In addition the group furnished keen competition in the County and E. I. League Contests. All of the music is directed by Mr. Orville Hawkins. Page 54 GIRLS CHORUS First Row—Maxine Davidson, Glencva Havens. Doris Laymon. Dorothy Estes, Rosamond Gardner. Elsie Stephens. Emma Belle Lemley. Marjorie Hock. Second Row—Marilyn Smith. Margie Kilborn, Loretta Johnson. Helen McCrory. Ruby Bertram. Rosemary Arney. Marguerite Willsey. Casey High School has always been a singing school.” The Girls' Glee club is a carefully selected group from the entire school. During the past ten years or more it has made a record which has been difficult to maintain. It is one of three choral groups which rehearses twice each week throughout the year. There is one group called the General Chorus, made up largely of underclass students with no special vocal requirements as to membership. It is really a feeder” for the two contest groups —the Mixed Chorus and the Girls' Glee club. We started the Girls' Glee club this year with only a few girls because of losing several of last year's chorus at graduation. Then the requirements for membership are somewhat more rigid. To be admitted to a contest chorus, a singer should be able to sustain a tone indefinitely without pitch, wavering or change of quality. The voice, of course, must be pleasing and have blending quality. Much time in our rehearsals has been used in drill on fundamentals Page 55 of voice technique, such as proper breathing, ear training, vowel blending, and phrasings. Our principal aim is not to win contests, but to enable the students to sing; first with freedom and no throat constriction, second with proper support of tone through correct breathing, third with a beautiful tone quality, fourth with correct intonation, and fifth with musical intelligence. New members to the chorus have been added from time to time. The more promising girls in the general chorus were graduated into the girls' chorus. The specified number of girls for contest was then rehearsed together in preparation for the spring events—which were held the same places as last year. The County Contest at Marshall was April 16, and the E I. League contest in Paris, April 25. The required selection for this year was Lo, A Voice from Heaven Sounding” by Bortiansky. This was sung A Cappella. The chorus has appeared in community functions, and school programs at different times throughout the year. LE CERCLE FRANCAIS First Row—Maxine Weaver. Mary Liffick. Ina Edwards. Lorean Francis. Dorothy Estes. Rosalie Shawver. Rosamond Gardner, Ruby Bertram. Bernice Kilborn. Mayme Etnirc. Wanda Daughhetee. Area Johnson. Doris Mae Laymon. Second Row—Charles Johnson. Albert Stallings. Geneva Biggs. Lavcrnc Henderson. Maxine Giffin. Ruth Williams, Dorothy Payne. Margie Kilborn. Alice Ripple. Loyal Hall. David Bell. Charles Umbarger. Third Row—Walter Hart. Allen Barlow. Everett Queen. Charles Goble. Paul Wright. Jake Walters. William Staley. Carl Stull. Floyd Johnson. Fcuith Row—Laverl Miller. Vcrlin Claypool. Morris Paden. Scott Brooke. Harry Clem. William Walling. Paul Roberts. Clayton Smith. Fifth Row—Max Weaver. Don Hires. Crawford Forakcr. Howard Smith. Russell Haddock, Hugh Smith. Russell Loguc. Since we believe that the study of foreign languages is a vital part of a school program, we give as much time and thought in the development of that unit as we possibly can. Le Cercle Francais, which is a cl Lib composed of all the students in the French department, was organized several years ago for the purpose of developing among the students a greater ability in French conversation, and for the purpose of acquainting this group of American students with the customs, traditions, and mode of living of the French people. A monthly meeting is held at which programs of varying nature are given at the conclusion of a short business meeting. These programs may consist of special reports made by certain students on the French family, religion, education, and government. Other reports deal with the subjects that pertain to the geography of the country, splendid discussions on the natural resources of the country, its rivers, mountains, deposits, and products arise as a result. Thus through the French Club the students gain a deeper appreciation of the accomplishments of the people whose language they study. Sometimes the program assumes a lighter nature and may take the form of games, contests and lively conversations, with the singing of French songs. The first social event of the organization is the party held just before the Christmas vacation. At this Reunion de Noel, le Pere Noel usually comes and brings a gift to everyone. A second social event is the French club banquet at which the French atmosphere is carried out in games, menu, program and decorations. This is usually given in the month of May and, more or less, honors the seniors who will be graduating in a short time. We as a club feel that Le Cercle Francais is worth while and that the boys and girls get something out of the meetings in addition to what they can get in the class room. Page 56 INTER NOS First Row—Helen Lcohr. Mary Shick. Norma Ann Greever. Lenna McFarling. Marguerite Willsey. Subrina Huffman. Ruby Bertram. Iris Underwood, Marilyn Smith, Buda Coverstonc. Reba Frazier. Marjorie Dclp. Second Row—Mary Orrel, Lcla Mae Stevens. Anna Mac Bliss. Edna Lawson. Virginia. Welker. Norma Adkins. Emma Belle Lemley. Grace Orand, Virginia Millcrf Ruth Crampton, Roberta Dean. Bernice Watts. Betty Delo. Third Row—Chlorenc Shick. Ruth Steward. Maxine Staley. Francis Clark. Sophia Wright. Betty {arc Daniel, Helen Dawson. Iva Brandenburg. Mildred Petty. Inez Shucy. Marjorie Sharp, .avon Chrysler. I'ourth Row—George Hudson, Leon Coleman, Beulah Collins. Betty Chcnowcth, Rosemary Arncy. Elizabeth Le May. Betty Buckler. Mary June Sloan. Esther Sidwcll. Modena Jeffers, Mary Ellen Arterburn. Alice Buckler. Edna Ragon, Wanda Lea Beasley. Fifth Row—Virginia Whitton. Ruth Shawver. Lucille Richardson. Clifford Roan. Billy Prather. Bill Me Daniels. Eugene Johnson. Don Ormsby, Jay Littlejohn. Dale Underwood. Sixth Row—Lyle Bennett, Rodney Greever. Cleo Duckworth. William Stallings. Clarence Cummins. George Sloan, Bernard Forester. Hugh McConnell. Inter Nos with over sixty members crowded into the agriculture room this year has had a first hand opportunity to sympathize with the similar situation in modern Italy as well as to study more of its ancient culture. Each of the monthly scheduled meetings has had a varied program including always something of Roman life and literature. In addition, there have been Latin contests, singing of Latin songs, old and new, and various games in which all members have had an opportunity to participate. In December the club joined in the nation-wide celebration of the two thousandth anniversary of the birth of the much-loved poet, Horace. This meeting was held during the Saturnalia, the ancient Roman holidays which came at about the same time as our Christmas season. An interesting account of the poet's life was presented and several of his most popular poems were read. The re- Page 57 mainaer of the program was given over to the Saturnalian festivities with the traditional exchange of sweets and little wax candles. The chief social event of the year was the Roman banquet which, it is hoped, will continue to be an annual event of the club. This project, planned and prepared by the members themselves, furnished an excellent opportunity for the study and practice of a great many of the ancient Roman customs. Although coiaches were not available for the toga-clad guests, the food served in the typically Roman style, and the entertainment furnished between choruses created an atmosphere truly Roman. Through the banquet and various meetings, an opportunity has been open to students for creative work and entertainment, and much has been gained in the way of actual experience which would not have been possible in the regular activities. LOYALTY CASEY LOYALTY Fight for old Casey High, Purple and royal Gold. Carry her banners proudly. Echo her praises loudly, All honor to her warriors. FIGHT FOR CASEY Fight for her noble name. Fight for eternal fame. Give all the best within And Casey is sure to win. Fight for old Casey High. HAIL! HAIL! CASEY Where wave the golden corn fields In dear old Illinois There is a school to hear its fame. Does fill our hearts with joy. Its maidens are the fairest, Its boys like knights of old, So sing we will of victory, For the purple and the gold, Hail, Hail, Casey. The best school in the land. Hail, Hail, Casey, for you we ll take our stand With loyalty we'll back you. To you we will be true, Dear Old Casey, Our hearts are all with you. CASEY WARRIORS Casey Warriors; Casey Warriors, Break right through that line. Carry on for Casey High, A touchdown sure this time, Casey Warriors, Casey Warriors, Fight on for our fame. Fight fellows, fight! fight! fight And we'll win this game. CHEER THE TEAM Cheer the team of dear old Casey Fighting for our fame! Wave the flag of gold and purple Honor to our name. With our warriors out to lead us. We do not fear the foe. Cheer the team of dear old Casey With a mighty Go! Team! Go! TEAM MATES STAND TOGETHER We're team mates forever, Loyal we will stand On the floor or gridiron Fighting every foe that is at hand. Win or lose we’re with you. Knowing what you'll do. Every game is what you make it, We are here to help you take it. Three big CHEERS for you! Rah!. . Rah!. . . Rah!. . . Rah! Ca. .. Sey. .. High. . . School! Rah! . Rah!. . Rah!. . . Rah! Ca. . . Sey. . . High. . . School! Rah! Rah! Rah!... Rah! Ca. . . Sey. .. High. . . School! Yea! Yea! Yea! Victory! Victory is our cry! V-I-C-T-O-R-Y Are we in it? Well I guess! Casey Warriors! Yes! Yes Yes! C-C-C-A-S S-S-S-E-Y Cas-Sey Casey! Casey! Casey! High! Yea—team! Yea—team! Skyrocket! S-S-S-S-S-S-S-s-s Boom! AH-H H-H-H (Stand up) Casey! Yea Purple! Yea Gold! Yea Casey! Let's Go! Page 58 FEATURES You and I and everybody ” Page 59 SENIOR PROPHECY We, the Flame Staff, hope you enjoy the following account of the various members of our class which takes you twenty years into the future. It is now 1956. Loren Barker and David Bell are tho proud owners and operators of one of the most exclusive barber shops in New York City. They report a sweeping business. The Metropolis of Vevay Park is enriched by the addition of a newly constructed Miller's Mill to a Dollar Store, being managed by Laverl Miller, former Casey grid star. Mary Shawver and Winifred Foster are operating a beauty shop in the latest developed mining town in Ethiopia. Business is reported as excellent. Verlin Clay pool and Clarence Cummins are on the mechanics staff at Rantoul. Grace Orand and Bill Burnett are situated on an ostrich farm two miles east of Hazel Dell. Grace's hats are the envy of all the social centers. Virginia Miller is band major at a musical Score of Progress being held at Martinsville. Charles Johnson and Don Hires, two up and coming politicians, have been announced by the Republican party as the most likely candidates for dog-catcher and town marshall of Oilfield. Ernestine Lacey is a valuable air-hostess on the San Francisco and Hawaiian airlines. Paul Wright is coaching the Illini debate squad—class of '54. Loretta Johnson and Subrina Huffman are engaged as tango dancers at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. A featured attraction at the Co-coanut Grove, fresh from his European triumphs, is Verlin Hartman, toe dancer. Hazel Doty will dismiss her Social Charm school for the rest of the week in celebration of her twentieth wedding anniversary. Don Ormsby, soap-box ora-or, is in'roducing fascism to the inhabitant of Jewett. Mardy Morrison is the Doan of a now tvpe of girls' college in Utah. Hugh Smi h has a possible chance as a cundida-e on the United States Olympic team. Wanda Daughhetee and Marjorie Baumgartner have finished their French course at Sorbonne University and are returning home to sign contracts as professors of French at McGill University in Montreal. The Duckworth-Foraker-Hall Hospital is progressing rapidly under the capable management of the above mentioned. The latest discovery is a cure of Laughing Fever perfected by experiments on white mice. Their first human experiment was with the late Clara Jacobs who convalesced under the expert care of the nurses, Helen Coartney and Helen Ramsey. Helen McCrory has completed her eighth successful screen picture. Her latest is a western, Two-Gun Lady! Jake Walters is posing as a second Moses in Paul Roberts' latest production titled, Crusades of 1929. Mayme Etnire is leading lady in the same production. A possible change of title is expected— Mayme and Moses. Ellen Clark is chemical enginer at Polytechnical. She has destroyed only two class rooms in the past month by explosions. Ina Edwards is superintendent of an orphans' home in Effingham. Prominent board members are, Willie Ragon and Stafford Warren. Virginia Welker is conducting a six months unicycle marthon. News Flash! Sixty-eighth day! Vick Don-ner is leading the field of contestants. Running him a close second is Page 60 Lorean Francis. Lovell Pulliam and Iris Underwood are definitely out, due to a head-on collision on the dangerous southwest turn. Dr. Fred Clark, head specialist, has a tent located one-quarter of a mile from the track. His best patient is John McConnell, time-keeper. The comic strip, Slim and Spud, has been brought to the screen by the superb performances of Scoot Brooke and Joe Buckler. Clarence Townsend for the past six years has held the position of star quarter-back on the Chicago Bears Professional football team. The newspapers have proclaimed the sudden and startling news of the resignation of Don Cramer, Premier of France. The disappearance of His Lord-ship, Duke Doolittle, alias Harry Clem, is solved by an announcement in the Chinese Gazette of the marriage of Princess Pat to a visiting Englishman. During his absence, Harry's English estate is in the hands of Carl Stull, the greatest financial budget balancer in the English Common-wealth. Carl is going to attempt to solve various financial problems by entering Duckfoot, trained and jockeyed by Clayton Smith, in the great Steeplechase. Rosalie Shawver has filed suit for divorce from the Prince of Poland. She announces that her failure to gain the headlines with the prince does not discourage her eighth matrimonial attempt for fame. Howard Hawker is off on his eleventh expedition to the land of ice and polar bears to try to discover the fuel sources of the Northern Lights. Leland Mullen has requested that he bring him a piece of the north pole as he needs a new door post. David Lindsay manages an ice cream parlor in Fairbanks, Alaska. Freda Roberts and Alverta Philippi are capable soda jerkers. What's all this blubbering about whale oil in the ice cream? Bernice Kilborn's latest art sensation will be placed in the British Museum. The work is done in brilliant silver oil and entitled The Golden Pheasant. Lucille Lee and Doris Staley have completed their music lessons in Italy and are now conducting a Metropolitan Music Academy for the purpose of cultivating bass voices. Winfred Stewart, Russell Logue, and Delmar Etnire are the most outstanding students, all three claiming to be capable of reaching two octaves below middle C. Ethel Webber has been nominated for a second term in the House of Representatives for the state of Illinois. Dorothy Payne, the renowned stunt performer, has just acclaimed a great feat of dare devilism by her Steve Brodie leap from Brooklyn Bridge in a Domino sugar sack. She will receive $25,000 from this corporation. Mary Liffick and Edna Lawson, the distinguished teachers of foreign languages, are returning to Europe for further study. Mary wishes to reside in Czechoslovakia as she claims that language to be the only one left for her to master, while Edna has begun work on a new language which she claims, if perfected, can be used internationally. Signal flares have been seen repeatedly from Mars since Rodney Greever, explorer for the United States Scientific Research organization, flew his rocket plane to the planet to seek alposterenistic organisms. In excitement of his great voyage, Mr. Greever took a supply of four dozen parachutes instead of four dozen rockets with which to return home. Maxine Giffin is managing a seaside resort near Palm Beach, Florida. Ruby Bertram is engaged as nurse and is kept quite busy. Albert Stallings, the world's greatest trails-Atlantic tunnelman, started' his latest tunnel under the Atlantic —ob j ect—Portugal. This is Frederick Bliss's third year of football coaching at Northwestern University. Page 61 SENIOR WILL We, the Seniors of 1936, being of sound mind and body, do hereby make our last will and testament. I, Loren Barker, leave my classroom disturbances to George Sloan. I, Marjorie Baumgartner, leave my tenor voice interests to some Junior. I, David Bell, leave my studious disposition to Area Johnson. I, Ruby Bertram, leave my ambition to become a nurse to Geneva. I, Frederick Bliss, leave my height to Ursa Sidwell. I, Ellen Clark, leave my sunny smile to Russell Haddock. I, Scott Brooke, leave my public speaking ability to any intelligent Junior. I, Helen Coartney, leave my sophistication to Tressie Biggs. I, Joe Buckler, leave my kettle drum playing to Charles Goble. I, Wanda Daughhetee, leave my careful auto driving to Mary June. 1, William Burnett, leave my noon hour parking space to Dorothy Estes. I, Ina Edwards, leave my place at Daugherty's to any capable person. I, Fred Clark, leave my ability as a farmer to Jay Littlejohn. I, Mayme Etnire, leave my dramatic ability to Ruth Shawver. I, Verlin Claypool, will my ability to concentrate to Lyle Bennett. We, Winifred Foster and Mary Shawver, leave our roaming natures to Virginia Whitton. 1, Harry Clem, leave my beautiful blushes to Everett Queen. I, Lorean Francis, leave my student council position to Dale. I, Maxine Giffin, leave my striking appearance to any Junior who can acquire it. I, Clarence Cummins, leave my flirtatious airs to Eugene Stiff. 1, Subrina Huffman, leave my tennis ability to Virginia Poe. I, Victor Donner, leave my broken heart to any other Junior girl who can mend it. I, Clara Jacobs, leave my power of rapid speech to Chlorene Shicks. I, Cleo Duckworth, leave my curly locks to Paul Dill. We, Loretta Johnson, Virginia Miller, and Alverta Philippi, leave our lunch room seats to Rosemary Ar-ney, Inez Shuey, and Mildred Petty. 1, Delmar Etnire, leave my fatal charm to William Walling. I, Bernice Kilborn, leave my artistic ability to Elsie Stephens. I, Crawford Foraker, will my slight stature to Doris Callahan. I, Ernestine Lacey, leave my winsome ways to Phyllis Comer. I, Rodney Greever, leave my propensity for slumber to any junior. I, Edna Lawson, leave my scholastic ability to Juniors. I, Loyal Hall, leave my assembly seat with Marie Speakman to William Stallings. I, Lucille Lee, will my alto voice to Betty Mae Chenoweth. I, Verlin Hartman, leave my Wabash Valley position to Bill Staley. We, Mary Liffick and Dorothy Payne, leave our speed to Eva Griffy. We, Howard Hawker, Willie Ra-gon, and Virginia Welker, leave our bus seats to anyone. We, Helen McCrory and Rosalie Shawver, leave our typing ability to Irene Briggs and Alice Ripple. I, Don Ormsby, leave my innocent appearances to Walter Hart. I, Doris Staley, give my editing experience to a capable Junior. I, Jake Walters, leave my charming personality to Hugh McConnell. I, Lovell Pulliam, do not leave Tressie Biggs to Max Weaver. I, Winfred Stewart, leave my crooning ability to Richard Lacey. I, Iris Underwood, leave my debating ability to Betty Buckler. We, Freda Roberts and Helen Ramsey, leave our asembly conversations to our successors. The Flame Staff Page 62 CLASS FAREWELLS SOPHOMORE FRESHMAN Freshman, Remember Every Senior Has Many Attacks of knowing Nothing. Come Let's All Say So-long. JUNIOR Join Us Now In Our Final Rush. Can't Loiter long At all, for Soon we'll be Seniors. Say farewell, Old Pals of High School, Off cast Many Old Regrets. Every Classmate Looks forward to Another Successful Season. SENIOR Sophisticated, Educated, Never In Orderly Rank. Can't Linger always, Although So Sorry, Off Forever 1 9 3 6 Page 63 SENIOR LIBRARY Delmar Etnire Hugh Smith and Crawford Foraker Scott Brooke Hazel Doty Winfred Stewart Leland Mullen Don Ormsby . Ruby Bertram Marjorie Baumgartner Willie Ragon . Victor Donner Carl Stull.... Loren Barker Subrina Huffman filbert Stallings Winifred Foster and Mary Shawver Iris Underwood Mayme Etnire Cleo Duckworth, Verlin Hartman and Laverl Miller.................... Lucille Lee Fred Clark Howard Hawker Helen Ramsey Loretta Johnson Mardy Morrison John McConnell Helen Coartney ........... Wanda Daughhetee. Edna Lawson . Don Cramer Harry Clem Clayton Smith. Don Hires Clarence Townsend Paul Wright ...... David Bell Lovell Pulliam and Jake Walters Verlin Claypool, David Lindsay and Clarence Cummins ................ Frederick Bliss Charles Johnson Joe Buckler . Paul Roberts Russel Logue Stafford Warren Doris Staley Rodney Greever Loyal Hall William Burnett Ellen Clark Ina Edwards Lorean Francis Maxine Giffin, Helen McCrory and fllverta Philippi.................. Clara Jacobs..... Bernice Kilborn Ernestine Lacey, Grace Orand .and Rosalie Shawver ................... Mary Liffick Viriginia Miller Dorothy Payne Freda Roberts Ethel Webber Virginia Welker Lois Stephens . . . Friend of Ceasar Little Men . So Big Homemaker Count of Monte Cristo Return of the Native Modern Comedy White Linen Nurse A White Bird Flying The Pilot Who's Who in America • The Beloved Vagabond You fire Only Young Once Isn't That Just Like a Man . . A Man for the Ages We The Girl from Glengarry Eucation of a Princess Famous Warriors . Crowded Hours The Man Nobody Knows What Can a Man Believe . Freckles The Turmoil . Years Are So Long Lord Jim • Queen Victoria Kentucky Cardinal . A Lantern in Her Hand . Master of Silence . Uncle Remus Gentle Grafter . David Harum .Captain Blood - If I were King Just David Certain People of Importance • Three Musketeers • The Red Badge of Courage . Huckleberry Finn . Daddy Long Legs The Other Wise Man A Certain Rich Man . Shepherd of the Hills • Uncrowned Queen . A Few Foolish Ones ...The Making of an American William the Conqueror . Anne's House of Dreams . . . Seventeen Romona . Little Women .The Story of My Life . Within This Present . . . Little Aliens . Mary of Scotland .The Conqueror . . Miss Bishop . Youth . . Somehow Good ..The Romantic Rebel . . .The Newcomers Page 64 BY THEIR INITIALS YE SHALL KNOW THEM Loren Barker . Likes Barbershops Marjorie Baumgartner Mighty Blue David Bell Dad's Boy Ruby Bertram Really Bashful Fred Bliss For Basketball Scott Brooke Scrawny Boy Joe Buckler Jolly Bachelor William Burnett Windy Bill Fred Clark . First Class Ellen Clark . . Eats Candy Verlin Claypool Very Clever Harry Clem Handsome Cutup Helen Coartney Honestly Courteous Donald Cramer . Don't Crowd Clarence Cummins Charming Chap Wanda Daughhetee Wants Daring Victor Donner......Very Doubtful Hazel Moore Doty Hates Men? Doubtful Cleo Duckworth Can't Dance Ina Edwards .. Ignores Enemies Mayme Etnire Mack (for) Ever Delmar Etnire......Despises English Crawford Foraker . Clumsy Feet Winifred Foster Winning Fairy Lorean Francis Loves Friends Maxine Giffin Makes Good Rodney Greever Relies (on) Guessing Don Hires Distinctly Humorous Loyal Hall Lovely Hands Verlin Hartman Very Heroic Howard Hawker . How Happy Subrina Huffman . . Surely Huffy Clara Jacobs.......Carries Joy Loretta Johnson....Loves John Charles Johnson . .Can't Joke Bernice Kilborn . . Boy Krazy Ernestine Lacey. ..Ever Lasting Edna Lawson........Ever Laughing Lucille Lee .......Loves Long Mary Liffick .... Mighty Little David Lindsay . . Doesn't Love Russell Logue . . Really Lazy Helen McCrory Happy Maid John McConnell Jingles Money Laverl Miller . . Ladies Man Virginia Miller . . Very Musical Mardy Morrison Mischievous Mite Leland Mullen . . Loses Money Donald Ormsby Don't Omit Grace Orand . . . Gorgeous Ornament Dorothy Payne . . Dad's Pet Alverta Philippi . . Always Peppy Lovell Pulliam . . Lovely Personality Helen Ramsey.......Highly Recommended Willie Ragon . . Warbling Rambler Paul Roberts . . Please Remember Freda Roberts . . Fights Romance Mary Shawver . Mighty Saucy Rosalie Shawver . Really Scholastic Clayton Smith . Called Snuffy Hugh Smith.........Hello Stranger Doris Staley.......Dimpled Smiles Albert Stallings . . . Awful Strong Winfred Stewart....Winning Smiles Carl Stull ........Carefree Senior Clarence Townsend Can Tarry Iris Underwood .1 Understand Jake Walters.......Just Wise Stafford Warren .Stops Willingly Ethel Webber........Every Wish Virginia Welker ...Very Witty Paul Wright........Please Write Lois Stephens . ... Lotsa Style Page 65 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS COUNTY The first tournament to be held during the basketball season of 1935-1936 was the Clark county tourney held at Martinsville on January ninth and tenth. Martinsville and Marshall, last year's champions, were matched in the first game which Martinsville won 31-16. Casey then proceeded to drop Westfield by a score of 34-24 in the second game. Casey held the lead throughout the whole game. During the third quarter, the boys rang up six buckets, while holding Westfield without a field goal, to coast the rest of the way to victory. In the final game the boys displayed the best brand of ball they had played to date and defeated Martinsville 29-26 to bring home the Clark County Championship and trophy. EASTERN ILLINOIS The Eastern Illinois League tourney was held at Casey on January 28, 29, 30, 31, and February 1. This year marked the seventh year in succession that Casey has had the honor of being host for this tournament which is considered as being one of the best in the state. Casey toppled Westfield in her first game 41-20. This victory entitled our boys to a shot at Greenup, which we were anxious and ready to meet. In this game the boys played very well, but could not connect for a basket on several occasions when they had a seemingly easy open shot under the basket. The game ended 31-26 in Greenup's favor after a gallant stand by our boys. Oblong won the tournament for the third time by beating Greenup in the final game, 44-23. In this game it was simply a matter of too much height and previous tourney experience for the small, but fast uncanny snipers of Greenup. This made Oblong the first team to win the E. I. League championship three times since the Beacon News Trophy had been donated as a traveling trophy for the annual championship. The victory this year entitled Oblong to permanent possession of the much desired trophy. DISTRICT The District Tournament was at Casey on February 27, 28, and 29 with the following teams competing: T. C. High, Martinsville, Ashmore, Lerna, Toledo, Willow Hill, West-field, and Casey. The favorites to win were Ashmore, Martinsville, and Casey. With the first game T. C. High proved it was going to be a black horse. The local Warriors were defeated by T. C. High, which ruined Casey's hopes for winning the distrist. Meanwhile Martinsville was proving its power by defeating Westfield and Ashmore. The finals brought T. C. High and Martinsville together with T. C. the victors. Casey won over Ashmore in the consolation game. T. C. High, Martinsville, and Casey represented this district in the Regional Tournament. REGIONAL The Regional Tournament was held at Casey High School on March 5, 6, and 7. In the first game Casey, the host school, was defeated by Greenup by the score of 31 to 15. This ended all of Casey's threats of a sectional team. Hutsonville upset Oblong by handing them a 29 to 23 defeat. Newton came along in grand style in defeating Martinsville and Robinson. Greenup defeated Newton in the finals by a score of 29 to 19. Both Greenup and Newton, however, will represent this region at Mattoon in the Sectional Tournament. Page 66 BOYS' SPORTS Bergie You Gotta Be a Football Hero On Your Mark! Rah, rah, rahl Some of the Squad Our Tennis Champs Cheer the Team Page 67 JOKES A tramp— Please, sir, will you give me a dime |or a sandwich? Mr. Daugherty— Let me see the sandwich. Mr. Bergeson— Don, who was Anne Boleyn? Don O.— Anne Boleyn was a flat iron. Mr. Bergeson— What on earth do you mean? Don— Well, it says here in the history book, 'Henry having disposed of Catherine pressed his suit with Anne Boleyn'. Mr. Hawkins— I teil you, once for all that I am no fool. Mrs. Hawkins— I admit that. The saying is that a fool and his money are soon parted—but I'm never able to get a dollar out of you. Miss Cochonour — How many bones have you in your body, Loren? Loren B.— About 25,000. Miss Cochonour— That's impossible, Loren. Loren— No, it’s the truth. I ate sardines for lunch. Winifred S.— Boy, I had a terrible pain in my arms last night. Delmar E.— Who was she? Have you heard of the Scotchman who fried his bacon in Lux to keep it from shrinking? Mr. Gordon called a hammer a hammer until he hit his finger with it. Miss Johnson questioning Bennie Bertram who sat in the front row: Bennie, if your father had $40 and he gave your mother $20, what would she have? Without hesitation Bennie answered: Heart failure. Leonal Elliott was at the fountain-pen counter making a purchase. You see, he said: “I'm buying this for Betty Daniel. A surprise, eh? I'll say so. You see she's expecting a Packard. Judge— You say the officer arrested you while you were quietly minding your own business? George Sloan— Yes, your honor. Judge— You were quietly attending your own business, making no noise or disturbance of any kind? George— None whatever, sir. Judge— What is your business? George— I'm a burglar. Obliging Fat Man (in a movie to little boy sitting behind him): Can't you see little fellow? Don Ormsby— Not a thing. Fat Man— Then keep your eye on me and laugh when I do. Charles U.— Pop, I got a lickin' in school today and it's your fault. Pop— How's that, son? Charles— Remember when I asked you how much a million dollars was? Pop— Yes, I remember. Charles— Well, 'helluva lot isn't the right answer. Duane M.— Pa sent me for a piece of rope like this. Merchant— How much does he want? Duane— Just enough to reach from the goat to the fence. Miss Huntington— Can you give me an example of wasted energy? Wanda B.— Yes, sir; telling a hair-raising story to a bald-headed man. Page 63 Miss Christman— Lucille, give me a sentence using the word triangle. Lucille L.—After thinking for a short while. If you can't catch fish with fly hooks, try angle worms. Mr. Daugherty once uttered a very amusing statement concerning applause. He said, Applause before my speech means faith, applause during my speech means hope, and applause after my speech means charity. Betty C.— I'll help you with that English. I've got it all here in a nutshell. Alice B.— Oh! You've memorized it, eh? Norma A.— I had a lovely nut sundae. Emma Belle— That's nothing. I have one coming to take me out tonight. Max W.— I don't see how a watch can keep accurate time. Bill W.— Why not? Max— Because time flies and a watch only runs. Miss Johnson— Did your father help you with this problem? Bob W.— No, I got it wrong myself. Paul W.— It won't be long now before I'll be the flower of manhood. Jake W.— Shut up, you blooming idiot. Clayton S.—“What do bees do with their honey? Paul R.—“They cell it. Carl S.— Do you know the difference between a taxi and a trolley? Iris U.— No. Carl— We ll take the trolley then. Margie K.— Is there a man living here with one leg named Smith? Miss Jones— What's the other leg's name? Jim Me.— Do you think you could learn to love me? Lucille R.— I'm afraid not. Jim—“Tis as I feared: Too old to learn. A young man called on Carl's sister and said in the presence of the lad: Marie, you look sweet enough to eat in that dress. Sis, aren't you glad you wore ‘.hat dress? You'll get to eat instead Df drinking a coke, chimed in Carl. Mr. Newlin—(coming around the corner): What are you putting that muzzle on Lowell for? Beryl— 'Cos I'm sending him for some candy. Hazel D.—(after learning husband left her nothing): I want to take ‘Rest in Peace' off that tombstone I ordered yesterday. Stone Cutter:— I can’t do that, but I can put something underneath. Hazel— All right; put Till I come. Buy a bunch of violets for your sweetheart, sir? urged the flower seller. Haven't got one, replied Bill S. Take a bunch home to your wife. Sorry, I'm not married. Ere—buy the bloomin' lot to celebrate your luck! Eva Collins asking her mother: If I grow up and get married, will I have a husband like papa? Yes, dear, the mother replied. And if I do not get married, will I be an old maid like auntie? Yes . Eva thought for a minute, and remarked: Well, I'm in a fix . I’m sorry to have to do this, said Bobbie, as he spread the jam on Joan's face, but I can't have suspicion poinung its finger at me. Page 69 GIRLS' SPORTS Indian Summer Play Day To acquaint the freshmen with the G. A. A. organization, a play day was given early in October. The day was spent as a regular play day but with only Casey girls present. Upon their arrival the girls were divided into teams with the names of Indian tribes. They played soccer, volleyball, soccer baseball, horseshoe, relay games, and took part in stunts in the course of the day. Every thing was much fun and we all enjoyed ourselves a great deal. Volley Ball Volley ball was very much of a success this season. The girls reported regularly two evenings of each week. There were enough girls to organize four teams, the Volley Hotshots, the Volley Bears, the Peppers, and the Tigers. The captains of each were: Ina Edwards, Iris Underwood, Lavon Chrysler, and Earnestine Lacey. At the close of the season, a tournament was held. The Volley Hotshots and the Peppers were the winners. Altogether it was a very successful season. Tennis Another major sport of the fall and spring was tennis. During the winter months much time was spent in developing strokes and technique. The county tournament will be held in May. Virginia Whitton has acted as chairman. Archery and Horseshoe Approximately twenty girls add archery and horseshoe to their fall and spring calendar of activities. We have excellent archery equipment—-a forty-eight inch target, four bows and twenty arrows. Alice Buckler is archery chairman and Virginia Poe is horseshoe chairman. Basketball The success of basketball, one of the favorite after-school sports, was due to the splendid sportsmanship and cooperation shown by all teams, and the excellent leadership of Miss Cochonour. A round-robin tournament, in which strong competition took place, was played by the four teams. Approximately fifty girls reported this season. Each team chose a captain and a co-captain which were as follows: Seniors, Subrina Huffman and Ina Edwards; Juniors, Chlorene Shick and Elsie Stephens; Sophomores, Vera Beasely and Alice Buckler; Freshmen, Maxine Staley and Ruth Steward. Grade School Kiddies Entertained at Christmas Party Thirty-six first and second grade children accepted the invitation of the G. A. A. girls for a Christmas party on the afternoon of December 18. The party was given in the old gym which was decorated for the occasion with red and green streamers, a Christmas tree, and a red brick fire-place. After the kiddies had enjoyed a period of games, they gathered around the fireplace for stories and songs. In a short time sleigh bells were heard and Santa Claus came bounding in with gifts for all. Each child received two toys, a pair of woolen gloves, and a pop com ball. At the end of the party the children, their teachers, and the girls who had helped were served with chili. Scrapbook For the past few months snapshots, clippings and articles, concerning the G. A. A. organization and the things it has been doing, have been collected for a scrapbook. Snapshots were taken of the Indian Summer Playday, the girls' basketball teams and of other sports. Accounts of all activities have been written in the scrapbook. It is believed that this book will serve as a reminder of the things that the girls of 1936 did in Casey High. Page 70 SNAPS Freshmen Basketball Team Toe to Toe Junior Basketball Team Senior B. B. Champs Tennis Indian Summer Play-Day Team Strike Two! Le petite gym class Senior Sharp-shooters Page 71 JOKES Eugene J.— Well, I knocked 'em cold in Latin all right. Betty Jane— What did you get? Eugene J.— Zero . Howard S.— How's the farm work coming? Hugh Me.— Fine, the hot dog sign and billboard are both painted, and all the summer's gasoline is in the tanks. Mr. Bergeson— We must get rid of Radicalism, Socialism, Bolshevism, Communism, and Anarchism . David B.—“And while we're about it, why not throw in rheumatism? Miss Johnston— If you have all your lessons prepared tomorrow, what condition will that be? Bernard F.— Contrary to fact. Miss Kelley— Can you tell me one important thing we have now that we didn't have a hundred years ago? Roberta Helen D.— Me. Agent, to small boy in yard—- Is your mother at home? Freeman B.— Yep. Agent, after another siege of fruitless knocking— Then why don't she answer? Freeman— Oh, we live next door. How many dead? asked the doctor. Nine, said Nurse Ruby. But I ordered medicine for ten. Yes, but one wouldn't take it. Mr. Ives— Anonymous means without a name. Now give me a sentence using this word. Betty B.— Our neighbor's new baby is anonymous. Dad, gimme a dime. Russell, don't you think you're getting pretty big to be asking for dimes continually? Well, I guess you’re right, Dad; gimme a dollar! Mr. Buckler— Dale, if you don't behave, I'll have to send a note to your mother. Dale B.— You'd better not, Pa's as jealous as can be. Bill E.—(About to flip a coin): If it's heads I'll write a letter; if it's tails I'll read a magazine; if it lights on edge I'll sleep; and if it doesn't come down I'll study. Mr. Buckler— Who was that pretty little thing I saw you with last night? Mr. Hawkins— Will you promise not to tell my wife? Mr. Buckler— Surely, I promise. Mr. Hawkins— Well, it was my wife. Elizabeth— Where is Washington? Herbert Lee— He's dead. Elizabeth— I mean the capitol of the United States. Herbert— Oh, they loaned it all to Europe. Elizabeth— Do you promise to support the Constitution? Herbert— Me? How can I? I've got a wife and six children to support. Bill Staley— What do you think of my song? Maxine Weaver— It needs ventilating. Bill—“What do you mean? Maxine— The air's bad. Page 72 Mr. Gordon— Did you go to Niagara Falls on your honeymoon? Mr. Acker— We intended to but we saved the cost of the trip. They were showing it in a newsreel the week we were married, so we went to the movies. Inez— What does Washington, D. C., stand for? Rosemary— Well, for one thing it stands for a lot of criticism. Mr. Bergeson— Why are medieval times called the Dark Ages? Billie Prather — Because there were so many Knights, I suppose. Tressie— I'm going to revise the alphabet. Lovell— How? Tressie— I'm going to put U and I closer together. Charles C. (At riding academy): I want a saddle horse. Floyd S.— What kind of a saddle do you want, English or Mexican? Charles— What's the difference? Floyd— English saddles are perfectly plain, and the Mexican saddles have a horn. Charles— Give me one with a horn. I'm not used to the traffic. Marilyn S., watching the farm hands spreading out a stack of hay to dry, could contain her curiosity no longer, so she politely asked: Is it a needle you're looking for?” Mr. Acker— No, Charles, hold your head up and shoulders back— you'd like to have a fine carriage when you're a man, wouldn't you? Charles G.— Well, I’d rather have an airplane. Mary O.— Did you get your hair cut? Wanetia— Oh, no, I just washed it and it shrank. Mr. Acker— Give me a definition for woman. Pete Wright— Woman is—generally speaking . . Mr. Acker— Correct, take your seat. Lee Davis— Will you please get off my feet once in a while? Marjorie— It's too far to walk. Lorean F.— Oh, I just love dark men. Subrina H.—“What a time you'd have in Africa. Mr. Tade— Say, you, don't spit on the floor. Eugene M.— S'matter, the floor leak? William B.—“I've had this car for years and never had a wreck. Grace O.— You mean you've had this wreck for years and never had a car. Gene Stiff—”1 locked the car up before we left it and now, confound it. I’ve lost the key! Doris C.—(helpfully): Well never mind dear! It's a fine night—we can ride home in the rumble seat.” Miss Harris— Define Buttress. Geneva S.— A buttress is the wife of a butler. Inez S.— Why do you wear your socks wrong side out? Russel H.— Cause there's holes on the other side. Mr. Gardner— See here, Rosamond, I want you to stop seeing Joe. Rosamond— Oh, father, he's very close to me. Mr. Gardner— So I noticed last night when I came home. Page 73 HERE 'N THERE LIBRARY The High School library was established at a cost of $1,500 in October, 1921, by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Yager, as a memorial to their son, Leon Grant Yager. Each year the school board has added more books until the library is now comprised of 2600 volumes. In the summer of 1932 the east wall connecting the library with the old English I room was torn away—thus giving ample room for five library tables, easily seating forty pupils. An enclosure was built around the librarian's desk for storage purposes. A magazine rack filled with the latest magazines was placed under the south windows. We are very proud of our library—and rightly should be as it has proved to be the nucleus of our High School. POST GRADUATES The commercial course offered to the post graduate students includes two years of Shorthand, Typewriting, Bookkeeping, Business English, Business Arithmetic, Business Training, Advanced Algebra, Solid Geometry, and Commercial Geography. Those enrolled this year are Virginia Troughton, Mary Bower, Ruth Curry, Ruth Pendergast, June Conel, Grace Weigel, Evelyn Meeker, and Gilbert Gross. OUR JANITORS Not only has Casey High School two of the finest and best equipped buildings in the state, but it has three of the most efficient janitors. Eighteen years ago in January when Mr. L. M. Watts started his career, the high school building was in the process of construction. C. E. Hoyt has served for thirteen years. In 1929 the gymnasium was built, and since that time, that building has been Mr. Hoyt's chief care. The third janitor, Mr. Edgar Fasig, has a shorter record, having been here for three years. MANUAL TRAINING Manual training is steadily increasing in popularity, and the art itself is exceedingly useful as well as interesting. The students begin progress on the two-year course by learning all about the various shop equipment and by putting the knowledge to use. They study furniture and the many methods of putting it together. Besides making various things for personal use, the department constructs different articles for the school. Exhibits of the work of this department are always appreciated for their value in labor and appearance. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT The Commercial department of our high school has had a steady growth during the last few years. A few changes have been made in that the typing room has been enlarge and now offers plenty of room for the thirty typewriters. In the bookkeeping room, a teller's cage has been installed and a calculating machine has been added. Each year the school is represented by a shorthand, typing, and bookkeeping team in the district and state contests. THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Science furnishes the foundation for a great number of professions and is becoming increasingly important in our rapidly changing industrial world. The high school’s three laboratories are excellently equipped in the modern materials with which the student may perform many experiments in the field in which he is interested. The department is aware at all times of the new inventions and scientific experiments that are being made. Page 74 SNAPS Kitchen Maids Our Janitors Our Post Grads Mr. Tade—Our Banker Our Librarian Give Us a Saw and a Hammer We See for Ourselves P. S.— Second Shift Page 75 PATRONS The Staff of 1936 Flame is grateful to the following Casey business people and individuals who contributed to the support of this year's book: K. Z. Annex, K. Z. Pharmacy O. A. Logue Eagle Shoe Store Lola Fitzpatrick R. L. Bertram Dwight Moody and Co. Chrysler and Lansberry Clark County Oil Co. Casey Banner Times Star Market E. O. Todd and Son Wm. Haughn Drug Co. Nick Gehl B. S. Ruedy R. P. Sullivan Moore's Market R. N. Brown, Jeweler Kent H. Morgan Werkheiser Style Shop Main St. Pharmacy Tyhurst Barber Shop W. G. Buckler, Osteopath Erma H. Shaffer Dr. R. B. Boyd Mayfield's Restaurant First National Bank The Green Lantern Easton Studio Mrs. C. E. Johnson Casey Flower Shop Central Lumber Co. Chas. Kirchner Lbr. Yard Mitchell and Hills Lang's Insurance Agency Russell C. Flenner Cleaning Walls' Company Casey Bowling Alleys Usher English Cleaning Brown Printing Company Kemper Insurance Company Oakley’s Store, J. E. Taylor, Mgr. Anchor Chevrolet Co. Frank Richardson Acknowledgements— Photography, Easton Studio, Casey, Illinois Huston-Patterson Corporation, Decatur, Illinois Pontiac Engraving Co., Chicago, Illinois Page 76 INDEX THE FLAME ................... 1 FOREWORD..................... 2 DEDICATION ....... . .... 3 CONTENTS..................... 4 ADMINISTRATION................5 Principal's Greetings .6 Mr. Buckler................. .7 President's Message ......... 8 Board of Education........... 9 Faculty..................... 10 SCHOOL ..................... 11 Theme—Staff ............... .12 Senior Pictures ... 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 Senior Activities.... 18, 19, 20 Senior History ............ .21 Juniors........... ... 22, 23 Sophomores................24,25 Freshmen.............. ...26,27 AUTUMN—Poem .................28 Scene and Silhouette........29 Calendar .................. 30 Snaps.......................31 Calendar (concluded) . .32 Football Squad...............33 Senior Class Play . 34 Flame Staff..................35 Student Council..............36 Girls' Athletic Association .37 WINTER—Poem..................38 Scene and Silhouette........ 39 Calendar ....................40 Snaps ...................... 41 Calendar (concluded).........42 Basketball Squad ............. 43 Future Farmers ... 44 Home Economics ............... 45 Broadcaster Staff 46 Debate ........................47 SPRING—Poem .................. 48 Scene and Silhouette . . .49 Calendar . .50 Snaps ...................... 51 Calendar (concluded) ........52 Band ....................... . 53 Mixed Chorus...... .54 Girls' Chorus..... 55 French Club ................. 56 Latin Club.................. 57 Loyalty ...................... 58 FEATURES ......................59 Senior Class Prophecy......60, 61 Senior Class Will . . . . .62 Class Farewells .............. 63 Senior Library............... .64 By Their Initials Ye Shall Know Them ....................... 65 Basketball Tournaments 66 Boys' Sports ................ .67 Humor ......................68,69 Girls' Sports ................ 70 Snaps ........................ 71 Jokes.......................72,73 Here 'N There................. 74 Snaps ........................ 75 PATRON'S PAGE . 76 INDEX......................... 77 AUTOGRAPHS. .78,79,80 Page 77 AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS it AUTOGRAPHS H • • -Jn. ■% 4 Page 80 V V Tm'rj JTy1:• V 5F; .teSC' i gan