Central College - Pelican Yearbook (Pella, IA)

Text from Pages 1 - 98 of the 1937 volume:

Ex Libris H N C. U. I. THQ? Come, let us sing Old Central,s,' praise Come let us sing of by gone days, Sing of the clays she went to war, Sing of the clays that are no more, And to the heavens raise our song, For now we make a mighty throng, And though we pass life's open gates, We'll not forget our college mates. C. U. I. Oh, C. U. -1. Oh, may your glory never die. C. U. I. Oh, C. U. I. Oh, may your glory never die. Sing of our Dean and teachers trueg Sing now a verse for Prexy to, Sing, and her name to breezes Hing, That all her friends may also sing, Ours is the flag of red and white, Ours is the Hag of truth and right, Long may our college virtues hold, That here today by us are told. C. U. I. Oh, C. U. I. Oh, may your glory never die, C. U. I. Oh, C. U. I. Oh, may your glory never die, -yayyf-w-f NJ t 15 a Theory zn Art that -1 the simple t thzngs are the most 'J dz :cult to do-and the most Worth Wfule when done THE PE LIOAN 1937 VOLUME THIRTY PRESENTED BY THE IUNIOR CLASS OF Central College Pella, Iowa CO O S OVSUSIN S G S HOVVARD MCKEE DR. IRWIN I. LUBBERS, President DEDICATION CAMONG THE MANY individuals on Cenfmzu campus, there is one who will always he intensely admir- ed and respected-an individual with high idealsg an individual with an all-absorbing interest not only in Cen- tral College hut in each person in the Collegeg an indi- vidual who never was too husy to pass on a word of hope and encouragemnt to a forlorn, bewildered student. The Pelican realizes how inadequate this trihute isg and yet, knowing the sentiment of Central students toward the personality, the character, and the steadfast- ness of this mang it is with great pleasure and honor that the class, which was initiated with him to Central,s administration in '34-'35, sincerely and respectfully dedi- cates this volume of the Pelican to Dr. Irwin J. Lubbers, our President. 4 l .1 i l Ii 1 J I FORWARD It was the aim of the staff in compiling this 1937 edition of the Pelican to neither denounce conservatism nor be bound by old, standardized rules of annual build- ing. To as great a degree as possible we have made the theme of the book an informal one, molding it in what we believe to be an original manner, endeavor- ing to review for you Central's life and spirit and re- kindling the great love which only a Centralite can hold for C. U. I. We believe that it matters not so much what a person does but how he does it. With dislike for formal explanations and a degree of respect for the old Chinese proverb- A picture is worth 10,000 words, we have avoided stiffness in explanations and have utilized as much space as prac- tically possible for photographs. Contents Autumn Winter Spring Autumn I P 4 5 X Q 5, li s i 5: li' Q , by The Faculty ELIZABETH NIELSEN, A. M. Dean of Women Professor of English HENRY W. PIETENPOL, A. M Dean of Men Professor of Mathematics YUM 'Hunk- A FREDERICK S. Boscu, A. M., B. D. , Registrar Professor of German and Greek GEORGE I-I. MENNENGA, A. M., Th. M Director of Personnel Professor of Bible RoBERT BINGAMAN, A. M. CORNELIUS Evans, M. S. WINIFRED REENTS, A. B. Professor of Business and Administration Professor of Professor of Stenography Economics Biology and Physics WILLIAM VANDER LUGT, Ph. D. WILLIAM GOULD, A. M. Professor of Philosophy Professor of Speech Arts M.. ,. .. Y.,, . WILLIAM WING, B. Mus., A. M. CUNERA VAN EMMERIK, Ph. M. THOMAS H. LIGGETT, M. S Professor of French and Voice Professor of English Professor of Chemistry RICHARD DROST, Ph. D. JEWELL PETERSON, A. M. Professor of History Professor of Piano, Pipe Organ, Harmony ELIZABETH GEZEL PIETENPOL, ARTHUR H. REENTS, A. M. HERNIAN STUART, Ph. D A, M, Professor of, History and Latin Professor of Education Professor of Latin LEONARD A. WINTER, A. B. ALEDA LAIRD, A. M. Athletic Coach Normal Training HENRY VANDEN BERG MARIE GREINER SIMON HEEMSTRA Treasurer Librarian Manager of Central College Industries MRS. CARRIE HALBERT MARTHA FIRTI-I, A. M. HERMAN VANDEN BERG Matron of Graham Hall Professor of Social Science Chief Engineer Freshmen EARNEST SCHIPPERS President DOROTHY VAN I-IOUWELING Vice-President ELEANOR WEURDING Treasurer HE CLASS OF '40 is but a mere stripling on the mark, set, and ready to Ngo placesf, Give it time to realize its talents, to develop its hopes, to achieve its ambitions. There is a purpose which lures it on, a purpose to make its dreams a reality. In seven months it has entered into a startling and refreshing college life with an unparalleled zest. From its 'green strength of enthusiastic youth flows that vigor which carries with it the dynamic qualities necessary for Success and accomplishments. Although it may still be young and foolish, it pledges an earnest loyalty first to Central, then to itself as a class. Back Row--Grayce De Wit, Marie Palmer, Herle Ferrell, Cornelia Van Gorp, Dick Laird, Raymond Wessels. Front Row--john Synlrorst, Harry Van Hunnilq, Loren Loupee, Edward Hnibregtse, Leroy Lind, james Evers. Back Row-Clarence Den Adel, Pauline Lfealwerlin, jane Meppelink, Marcella l Sikkink, Hazel Ulferts, Bertlm De Leeuw, Hfillianz IWcLaren. Front Row-Cornie ,Van Zee, Harold Kester, Robert Marsl7a'll. Back Row-Robert Augustine, Harry Starrett, Donald Wharf. , Middle Row-Margaretta' Slobe, Hernia Braam, Wayne Meyer, Harry Thompson Gene Cook, Garold Van Engen, Harold Roelofs. Front Row-Catherine Kleinjan, Plvyllis Rickey, Genera Wilder. Back Row-Raymond Rus, Mildred Vander Zyl, Donald Menning. Middle Row-Ernest Sclzippers, Dorotluy Van Houweling, Flora Wiseman, Leonor Van Rlreenen, Leona Witzenberg, Raymond Denelias. Front Row-John Ailts, LaVerne Barton, james Brass, Walter Ackerman. l r www --...., ,,,,m5,, e Baek Row-George Geyer, Jolm Gouger, Earl Leslie, Marie Meyer, Dalton Smith, Robert Stafford. Front Row-Ivan Kruye, John Tapper, Doretlva Vogelaar, Wilma Baker, Ona New- gard, Josephine Bigfre. Back Row-Franklin Verrips, Neal lWol, foe Van Roelcel, Marie jansz, Martlva Intafeld, Garrett Roorda. Front Row-Leo Van Etten, Lester Granrlia, Dorothy Van Roelqel, Irene Veldlouizen, Viola Stratmann, Calvin Hayenga. Back Row-Irene Veldlmizen, Vee Van Vark, Dorotlvy Terpstra, Alrnira Klein Alvina Ostendorf. A ' Front Row--Ben Stowie, Mildred Kemink, Marjorie Siklaema, Herbert Rosenbolvm Gladys Somsen, Pleasant Figgins, Edwin Davis, Minnekus Sclwaleel. Back Row-Carolyn Dykstra, Freda Den Burger, Ruth Heerema. Middle Row-Jeanette jurgens, Edna Ver Duglrt, Margaret Vander Linden, Eunice Sclrolten, Dorothy Kaldenberg, Dorothy lWcCord. Front Row-junior Dykstra, Herbert Wormlroudt, Herman Rosenberg. r,,,,,1,.,,,w, .,,,, Tala .,,,V ... ,,,,,..W.,,M Back Row-Merle Hamre, Wi.'bert Benda, La Verne jones. Front Row-Algoncla Van Wely, Eleanor Weurding, Lillian Iutting, Rayclife Davis, Cbarles Wessluncl, Elmer Bates, Edwin Carl. Back Row-Lyle Racbuy, Lee Vriezelaar, Darwin Squibb, Martin Nelson, Dwigbt Claraban. Front Row-Edna Landsieclel, Foster Dawson, Kenneth Beebout, Iobn Stubbs, Stan- ley Flikkema. Foot Ball P' 'T s Grinnell 7 vs. Central 6 A highly favored Grinnell team nosed out Cen- tral in the last three minutes after being led since early in the first quarter, when Central pushed over its only marker of the game. The extra point de- cided the game. Buena Vista 6 vs. Central 7 Opening with a power-house offense, the locals scored in the early minutes and successfully converted the extra point. The Beavers threatened in the fourth quarter when they scored a touchdown on a leather tossing spree. St. Ambrose 13 vs. Central 7 The Saints tripped the Dutch at Davenport in a listless game. St. Ambrose scored in the first and third quarters. Centralls lone markers came in the fourth quarters, but the team lacked the power to count again. James Berkey Bruce Gardner Burton Paullin Carroll Beem Harold Macy Orville Smith Drake 44 vs. Central 14 Central was overwhelmed lay a powerful Drake eleven at Des Moines. The Bulldog machine scored in all four periodsg Central scored only in the second and the fourth quarters. The game was harder fought than the score indicated. Columbia 6 vs. Central 12 The Crimson and White Dutchmen downed a fighting crew of Duhawlcs on the local field for their second conference win. The entire team played well and the game was characterized by a fast changing lineup during the contest. Simpson 7 vs. Central 6 Central lost their homecoming tilt to the Metho- dists in an uninteresting game. Central played a poor brand of hall throughout, and Simpson deserved to win. Simpson's aggressiveness was the deciding factor. Edw Day H le Ferr 11 Rup t F0 d Wlbert Be d ll I-lryM1hal LusM er Ale Mes l P F, Q'- Edwin Carl Virgil Ford Penn 0 vs, Central 39 In this game the Dutch handed Penn the worst defeat ever administered to the Quakers. Central scored at will while the Pennites couldn't function. This gave Central three Conference wins. Parsons 21 vs. Central 12 ln a well played game, Parsons pushed over two markers in the fourth quarter to overcome a Central lead of l2-7. Both teams played a spirited brand ef ball and the game was undecided until the last few minutes. Iowa Wesleyan 6 vs. Central 7 Iowa Wesleyan scored first in the last game. The Dutch scored late in the final period to overcome this lead and luring about a well deserved win. This gave Central a record of four Conference wins and three losses. Robert Taylor Hell Y Geel'Y Charles Fuhr I-ICDMECCDMING Miss Central HOUSING a representative coed from the student body to he Miss Centralv during the Homecoming festivities is rap- idly growing into a tradition even though it has a history of only two years standing. Miss Centralf, Alberta De Jonge, was elected hy popular vote of the student body who kept in mind her ability and activeness in school functions and her personality. Lu- verne Dei Haan, Pearl Ulferts, Frances Newsome, and Gretchen McQuillcen receiv- ed the next highest votes and, therefore, were Q'Miss Central,s,' attendants. The innovation of Miss Central and her attendants was held at the All College and Alumni party held on the eve of Home- coming. Ar that time the guests of honor marched into the gymnasium where they were presented with gold keys by the general chairman of Homecoming, and were extend- ed invirations to the various functions dur- ing Homccoming by the minor chairmen. Wfhen Homecoming did arrive Miss Central and her attendants rode in the parade and were present at all the other activities of the day. HOMECOMING FOR 1936 reached a new high, in a succession of seven events on October 24 and 24, which combined to make the annual affair a success. Louis Bosveld headed the plan-makers as general chairman, and was aided by a corpse of six assistants, each in charge of some event of the occasion. Festivities began as the literary societies of the campus entertained their former brothers and sisters with special programs in their honor. Immediately following the society meetings, a record crowd of students, faculty, alumni, and visitors assembled for a pep-rally. Light for the event was furnished by a bonfire, kindled from a stack of combustibles, assembled by Ralph Menning and his assistants. Climaxing the evening events was a party, with the Student Council members as hosts. This entertainment was the newest feature in the growing number of Old Grad, s Day activi- ties. An orchestra played as the guests filed in. As the musicians swung into a steady march tempo, in marched Alberta De Jong, Homecoming Queen, and her attendants, Gretchen McQuilken, Frances Newsome, Luverne De Haan, and Pearl Ulferts, who had been selected by the student body. The queen and her attendants were officially proclaimed rulers of the reunion festivities. Represntative members of various committees invited the young ladies to all the events of the following day. With the weatherman cooperating to the fullest extent, the activities of the final day of celebrating got under way as the parade was assembled. The band, in uniform, headed the procession, with the queen and her attendants immediately following, twelve floats entered, in addition to Pi Kappa Delta's Horse, a flivver carrying the quintuplets, fnot the Dionne Quintsj, and several bicycles. Local citizens, acting as judges rated the Epsilon Phi Sigma, and Alpha Kappa Alpha float high. These new societies, composed almost entirely of fresh- men, had a newly hatched chicken and the shell, from which it had just emerged, mounted on a platform. It also bore these words, Hasn't scratched yetf, Second prize money went to the Philo-Alethia motor launch, done in crimson and white, with, Central Sails On written on the bow. Four Philo-Alethia sailors piloted the brig. The L. E. Phi society took third honors with a hill representing the goal of achievement. The gala atmosphere was slightly dampened as a strong squad of football warriors from Simpson defeated the Dutchnien by a narrow one-point margin. The score was 7-6. The lone Dutch touchdown came after a march up the field with XX'ilbur Benda and Virgil Ford sharing most of the ball carrying duties. Ford finally went around left end for the tally. The try for extra point was blocked. A Halbert-cooked dinner came in short order, for at 6:30 Homecomers, faculty, and students, hungry from the dayis activities, relieved their appetites, while they ate together at Graham Hall. The annual celebration was officially closed after 'QTommy, a three act comedy, was presented in the High School Auditorium. Professor Gould, in his initial production at Cen- tral, put a well drilled cast on the stage, with Helen Vander Pol and Lyle Rachuy in the leading roles. And so the 1936 Homecoming books were closed after some 1,000 students, alumni, and friends, had participated in the celebration. -mfsnasisswamwavg... ..,.,. ,.,. - Sophomores S TARTING WITH A BANG and continuing throughout the years, is evidently the motto of this class. Not only did they pull the Sophs', through the pond upon their arrival, hut they also managed to stay dry this year. Such physical strength of a class is rare, but combined with the intel- lectual power, and supplemented with adeptness and willingness to participate in extra class-room activities, the Sophomores are continuing their winning ways. JOE VAN ARKEL ADA VANDER SCHAAF CHARLES FUHR 101-IN BENES LILLIAN RosK1Ns SALOME BEUKELMAN HENRY ZYLSTRA LAURA VANDER SCI-IAAF HUBERT STRAKS WILLIAM ROSENBERG JOSEPHINE ROLLINS BILLIE SHAWVER Jo ANN BOUMAN S? MAXINE VANDER PLOEG Treasurer JUNIOR I-Iosmsks .ANNA BESS MALLORY CASPER SMEDEMA ETI-IEL BRUMMEL EVERETT VAN KOOTEN CHRISTINE CI-IRISTIANSEN FRANCIS DYKSTRA EARL KOOI ARTHUR WORMHOUDT WILLIAM BURK WARNIE SAGE FRANCES NEWSOME U ANTON DEGEUS MILDRED VANDER PLOEG WILLIAM GOSSELINK ROBERT NURSE GERALDINE REDEKER President BERNICE LANGERAK ALVIN DEELSNYDER ARDENA QUIRE DANIEL REEVERTS MARGARET JURGENS WILLIAM FENNEMA JOYCE HUIBREGTSE CORNELIUS REYNEN VIOLA BOEKELMAN FRED BOSVELD PETER GAAss HELEN VANDER Por. BERNICE VER PLOEG GLEN I-IOCKETT . . U Y W l MARVIN CADY JOHN VANDEN HOEK HELEN BOGAARD DARRELL LINIJBERG WILMENA SCHUT WILLIS LINBERG JANET DYKEMA ROBERT IMIEEREMA MAXINE ROBINSON HARVEY AMMERMAN CORLENA VANDER WILT ROBERT ROMANS PHYLLIS MEIER JOHN HEEREN LEO LEAVENGOOD DOROTHY CEASAR ADA VANDEN HOEK HENRY TEN CLAY ROY VANDER PLOEG GEORGE I-IEEREN ARNON LENSINK VIOLA KALDENBERG Vice President REEFA HOLDSWORTH GEORGE AMMERMAN CARROL BEEM BERNARD VOGELAAR HARRIS WAGAMAN ARLO ROBERTS Freshmen - Sophomore Pull : 4 CCOUNTS QF the annual Freshman-Sophomore pull vary. The Fmph and Saphs apparently have two separate stories of the affair, while the Upper-classnien remain rather indiferent. The Freshmen :ell the story like this: A heroic hand of freshmea war- riors dropped a close decision to a well-balanced, eXpericn:ed, sophomore rope-pulling team, and followed their end if the rope through the watery pond to the opposite bank. The Snhomores were superior only because they had been drilling for two weeks for the tussel. Sophomores relate the incident thus: A team of husky, powerful and bruising s phomores overcame a weaker band of frosh representatives, and compelled them by brute force to succumb and dragged them through muddy Ver Meer,s pond. The feat was a duplication of last year's victory at freshmen. The victors apparently had little trouble in downing their opponents, for after rising to a standing position at the end of the pre- liminary pull, it was but a matter of minutes before the Sophemores had the dawncast freshmen on their way through the slimy, aquatic basin. Student Administration ..v.V... -Y j, Back Row: Viretta Van Zante, Geraldine Redeker, Howard Mc- Kee, junior Hoxpers, Herbert Wormhoudt, Louis Boweld. Front Row: Gretchen McQuilken, Dean Piet- enpol, Palmer Whitten- berg, Alberta De fonge, Bernice Schalekamp. Student Council T IS SAFE to say that the majority of the present-clay educational institutions have some form of student government or student representation. Central College calls its repre- sentative body the Student Council. The Council consists of ten members-four Seniors, three juniors, two Sophomores, and one Freshman. Dean H. W. Pietenpol acts in the capacity of faculty advisor. The Council members are elected each year by the respective classes. The Student Council's purpose is to promote peace and progress on the campus. The Council makes recommendations to the faculty-recommendations which they feel will ben- efit the entire student body. The faculty has been very helpful in considering the suggestions made by the Council. The Council also has the power of making laws and regulations sub- ject to the approval of the faculty. The body meets once a week to discuss student problems, and to secure a greater co-operation between students and faculty. The Student Council is progressing rapidly with each new year, and it proves to be the most valuable medium for students in creating a spirit of harmony and unity among all. V MEMBERS Seniors-Van Zante, Schalekamp, Bosveld, Wfhittenberg Juniors-McQuilken, De Jonge, McKee Sophomores-Redeker, Hospers Freshmen-Wormhoudt The Central Ray UST AS the heartening ray of a distant lighthouse cheers the mariners on their perilous voyage, so our student publication, the Ray, inspirits the student body as they sail the un- charted seas of college life. This four-page collection of the latest news, humor, and gossip, as i.nterpreted hy the Ray reporters, is edited weekly under the guiding hand of Arthur Wesselink. Since the first edition of the Central Ray in 1866, it has been one of the outstanding features of campus life at Central. Every week, the timely visit of this welcome friend is eagerly awaited by the many students, alumni, and friends of Central College, for through the Ray, the spirit of college life is lcept constantly aglow. A word of cominenclation may well be given to the Ray staff, particularly the Editor, Arthur Wesselink and the Business Manager, Alfred Vander Ploeg, for their persevering efforts in making the college journal the success that it is. Q Patty. , Wessel in t Back Row umor I-Iosperx, Paul Teeslm George Husmleveld Ed ward Wesfellnk Amon Lensink, Orvzlze Smztlr Middle Row Gene Cook, Vzretta Van Zan te, Greta De Koster Henrietta Lucas Clvrts line Clmrtzansen Carol Front Row Al red Vander Ploeg Gladys Hyink, Thelma New gard, Gertrude Van Roe t kel, Marguer ta Slobe Janet Dylzema Arthur -- ----- 7- Y -Y Back Row: Henrietta Lucas, Edna Landsiedel, Corlena Vander Wilt, Lillian Roslzens, Ger- trude Van Roelzel. Front Row: Thelma Newgard, Geraldine Re- deker, foyre Huibregtse, Georgia Weurding, Ber- nice Schaleleanip, Lu- verne De Haan. Back Row: Lester Al- berts, Henry Ten Clay, Orville Smith, Paul Arn- merman, Louis Miller, Ralph Menning. Front Row: Gilbert Kuyper, Junior Hospers, Howard McKee, Ray- mond Van Heztkelom. Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. HE Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. maintain a threefold purpose in their Worlc on the campus. They provide a program that develops the physical, mental and spiritual life of the student. They promote Christian fellowship through their regular weelcly meetings and their social get-to-getl1ers.H The ogicial organization of the Y. W. C. A. and the Y. M. C. A. respectively, is the cahinet composed of ten students each, who arrange the programs for the school year. In accordance with this three-fold standard, unusual programs of unusual interest were presented this year. These organizations, this year, sponsored the annual College Mixer and the Washing- ton Banquet. Together they have sent out Gospel Teams to the outlying churches. The Y. W. C. A. also gave gifts of 325.00 to both Ferris Seminary, Yolcahama, Japan, and the Indian Mission at Dulce, New Mexico. Together they are l3L1I'1Cl'llI1g fOI'Il1 CO do gI'C2lt6I' Zllid IWCUTCI' IlllI1gS O11 C2I'1U'Z1l,S CHITIPUS. Inter-Society Council and A. W. S. I-IE INTER-SOCIETY COUNCIL, formerly composed of seven members-one from each Literary Society and two faculty advisors-was this year increased to nine mem- bers because of the fact that two new societies-the girls' Alpha Kappa Alpha and the boys' Epsilon Phi Sigma--had to be organized. It was necessary to organize these two societies because of the increased enrollment in the freshmen class. It is the duty of the Inter-Society Council to set dates for the Formal Reception for the issuing of bids, and for the public initiation, and also to offer solutions to society problems. HE ASSOCIATED Wauinen Students Organization was founded in 1935 by the wom- en of the college under the direction of lNliss Nielsen. Every girl on the campus arbi- trarily became a member upon registration. The organization was established so that the members might solve their own problems of government and social life. In order that the purpose of the group might be better accomplished, a board of eight members was chosen by the coeds to be the governing body. This council is composed of a social president, judic- iary president, secretary, treasurer, and a representative from each of the three upper classes who formulated new rules and regulations for the governing of Graham Hall. Social President . Judiciary President . . , Vice President . , . Secretary . . . . . . . . Treasurer ......., , . Senior Representative Junior Representative . .. ,. Sophomore Representative Bernice Schalelcamp . . . . . .Pearl Ulferts .Mildred Fliklcema .Alberta De -Ionge . .Thelma Newgard .Georgia Weurding . , , . . .Esther Bosch . .Frances Newsome Back Row: Esther Bosch, Thelma Newgard, Frances Newsorneg Eliza- betlr Nielsen, Dean of Women. 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WAYNE Pos REBECCA HEIvIIvIEs Treasurer WILLIAM DE .IONG CLARENCE VANDER BRAKE RICHARD PATTY ESTHER RUTH BosCH STANLEY ROELOFS ' 1 4 HENRY GEERY GYSBERT RozEBooM FRANK FURDA RALPH MENNING HOWARD MCKEE ALBERTA DE JONGE Junior Class He who knows and knows not that he knows is rt junior. Pity him. However, the Junior Class of 1937 is an exception to the proverhg for they know and know that they know. Those who are Juniors enter that happy stage of the perfect man. They have neither the superior attitude of the Seniors, nor do they have the startling naive of the Freshmen and Sophomores. Proof for these facts is obtained by making a note of the excellent record the class has made both in scholarship and athletics. Hail to the Junior Class of 1937! Basket Ball r Top Row: AZ Nelson, Rupert Ford, Paul .7Vel5on, Harry Tlvompson, Gerald Van Arlqel. Bottom Row: Harley Clark, Harris Wagaman, Donald lVIenning, Virgil Ford, Loren Loupee. CENTRAL GOT OFF to a bad start by losing the first three games-to Iowa State 30-37, and two to Coe 23-32, 26-32. Then the baslceteers soundly trounced Grandview 46-20. Wartburg was our visitor on December 17 and we dropped this one 38-41. During vacation the team traveled to the Rock Island tour- nament to lose two games. St. Ambrose came to our campus January 11 and we lost a game 21-32. Our red- clad boys, four days later, eked out a 33-32 victory over Penn in a badly played game. Upper Iowa then t00k our measure the next week to the tune of 19-26. Winter' and the boys copped the next two-from Parsons, 26-245 from Dubuque, 32-28. On a road trip February 1 and 2 we lost to Luther 29-35 and Upper Iowa 36-41. The next Friday and Saturday we dropped two, one to Iowa Wesleyan-29-45, and one to St. Am- brose-28-32. On February 12 Columbia traveled here to add another victory to their string- 21-22. The team went to Parsons and won a hard game, 38-29 and another from Penn on February 19, 32-38. The team finally found itself in its first game with the strong Simpson players, although we dropped the game by two points, 45-47.. Luther then outplayed us 28-38 and Iowa Wfesleyan, March 1, 43-54. In our last game Simpson won 45-53. The season was not so successful from the win column, but a wealth of new material was found for the next three years in the freshmen who all turned in good games. SQUAD Back Row: Manager Carol Patty, Al Nelson, Herle Ferrell, Lee Lind, Dwight Claralvan, Raymond Wessels. Middle Row: Joe Van Arkel, Hubert Stralqs, Donald Menning, Harold Kester, Loren Loupee, Robert Heerema, Eldon Gearlzart, Earl Leslie. Q Front Row: Coach L. A. Winter, Gerald Van Arleel, Virgil Ford, Harley Clark, fake Hoelestra, Rupert Ford, William McLaren, Harry Thompson, Harris Wagaman. c Pelican Staff The Pelican THE CENTRAL COLLEGE YEARBOOK PUBLISHED ANNUALLY BY THE JUNIOR CLASS HE SMALL but aggressive staff has labored diligently to carry out a new idea bound and preserved between the covers of the 1937 Pelican. It has been the purpose of the staff to represent Central College life in as natural a way as possible by means of informal pho- tograhy. Since the idea was new, there was some difficulty in obtaining suitable pictures. However, we wish to express our thanks to each student and nrganization as well as faculty members for the cooperation. We ho e that we have succeeded in our attem t to reserve memories and that this P P P v book may ever recall for you the characteristic morale of Central College. Editor-in-Chief . . , . ,... Ralph Menning Assistant Editor .. ...... Gladys Hyinlc Business Manager . . .........,, Howard McKee Advertising ..,,.. .... . . ,.......... Edward Wesselink Sports Editors .. .........,.......... ............, V irgil Ford, Robert Taylor Snapshot Editors . . .,............,,,.,. . . . Gretchen McQuilken, Thelma Newgard Copy Editors . .... Ardys Klein, Greta De Koster, Betty Benninlc, Rebecca Hemmes Crganizations Debate, Oratory, and Extemporaneous Speaking ENTRAL COLLEGE has completed the most successful debate season that she has ever had. The season opened with a large group of enthusiastic students working on the interesting and important question that Congress should be empowered to fix minimum wages and maximum hours for industry. Simpson College was the scene of the first contest, where orators from several colleges under the aus- pices of the National Peace League competed. Ernest Schippers won third place with his peace oration, while Wayiie Pos was honored for representing Central in the extemporaneous division. The next contest was at Coe College, Cedar Rapids with Betty Benninlc and Frank Smits taking part in the State Extemporaneous Contest. Charles Vlfesslund represented Central in the oratorical division and won fourth place with a discussion of highway conditions under the title, You May Be Next. At the Provincial Contest, held at Kirlcsville, Nlissouri, April 1, 2 and 3, Charles Wesslund won second place in the oratorical division. Several other persons also performed at Kirlcsville. Betty Benninlc and Lyle Rachuy represented Cen- tral in the Extemporaneous division, and Alberta De Jonge, in the Wonien's Oratorical Division. On February 17, Central entertained debaters from Simpson, Penn, Fletcher, and 1owa VVesleyan in a practice tournament. Twenty-six debates were held that day. One of the outstanding events of the season was a trip to Nlichigan. On lVlarch 1, Howard McKee, Ray- mond Van Heukelom, Janet Dykema, Henrietta Lucas, and Miss Van Emmerilc began their tour meeting teams at Carthage, Tllinois State Normal, Calvin College, Hope College, Kalamazoo, and Wheaton. On March 11, 12, and 13, the annual state forensic tournament was held at Cedar Rapids. In men's debate, Howard McKee and Raymond Van Heukelom were undefeated thereby winning the men's champion- ship for the State of 1owa. The womenls team of Central, janet Dylcema and Henrietta Lucas, placed third in the state. 4 The debate season closed with the Provincial Pi Kappa Delta Tournament held at Kirlcsville, Missouri. Pi Kappa Delta National Honorary Forensic Society HE LOCAL Iowa Beta Chapter is an organization of students and faculty members who have met the national requirements for membership in the fields of oratory, extemporaneous speaking, and debate. The insignia of the Pi Kappa Delta is the lcey. The order and degree of distinction is denoted by the jewel. The ruby signifies membership in fraternityg the amethyst signifies proficiencyg the emerald signifies honorg and the diamond signifies special distinction. Only members of the fraternity are allowed to wear the key, which thus gives to its wearers a measure of distinction. Last year two debate teams, an orator, and Miss Van Emmerilc, Coach, represented Central at the National Pi Kappa Delta tournament at Houston. The next national tournament will be held in Topeka, Kansas, in the spring of the coming year. Activities of the cha ter this ear consisted of a rovincial tournament held in Kirlcsville Missouri a local P Y a s ban uet and a 'oint initiation service with Sim son Colle e at Indianola. q , I P 8 Cast: Lyle Ratlvny, Alberta De fonge, Ernest Sclvippers, Laverne De Haan, Willianz Rosenberg, Harley Clark, Helen Vander Pal, Minnekzts Sclraleel, Robert Heerevna. Central Players' Guild I-IE FALL OF 1935 marked the rise of a new dramatic organization on Central's campus. Thirty-.four talented students, participants in previous college plays, organized them- selves for the purpose of promoting interest and ability in dramatics. The organization chose to be called, The Central Players' Guildf' as this was in keeping with the terms used to rate the members of the old English worker's guilds. There are three ranks of membership: the Master, one who has gained three hundred pointsg the journeyman, who has at least one hun- dred points, and the Apprentice, one who has any number of points below one hundred. These points are gained by Working on college plays, the number being determined by the director. At present there is one Master, sixteen vlourneymen, and twenty-three Apprentices, or a total membership of forty talented young men and women. This past year at Homecoming, the Central Players' Guild, under the supervision of W. S. Gould, Professor of Speech, presented the all-college play, Tommy,,' as the climax of the occasion. Later in the year, Jerome K. ,leromels famous play, q'The Passing of the Third Floor Backf' and Owen Davis' gripping drama, The Ninth Guestf' were given by the organization. By the completion of the year, Professor Gould plans to sponsor the Senior Class play and a Tulip Time play written from Alexander Dumus' novel, l'The Black Tulipf, Although the Central Players' Guild is still in its infancy, it has made a noble represen- tation of itself this yearg and backed by the students' loyalty, it will undoubtedly continue to hold an important place on Central's campus. OFFICERS First Semester Second Semester President ..... .... B ernice Szhalekamp , . .. Betty Liggett Vice President . . . .... Lyle Rachuy , , .... . . . Louis Bosvelcl Secretary .......,......... .... vl anet Dykema ,..,.. . . , Lyle Rachuy Treasurer and Business Mgr. ....... Everett Van Kooten. . . ,,,. Frank Smits Zeta Sigma Pi NATIONAL I-IONORARY SOCIAL SCIENCE FRATERNITY Motto-lnvc5tigatioi'1, Difcussion, Action ETA SIGMA PI aims to secure greater cooperation between students and faculty of the history, social science, and psychology departments, and at the same time to attain a new degree of integration of subject matter together with a broader interest in other fields. Its ideals emphasize not only a high scholastic standard, but stress in addition the need for an intelligent approach to modern problems. Any student or faculty member, who has completed at least ten hours of social science work in the fields of Sociology, Economics, General Psychology, I-Iistory, and Political Science in any recognized institution of higher learning, may be elected to membership by a three fourths vote of all members of the chapter provided that such person has an average of not less than B in his college worlc. The key represents a strong youth holding his shield in an attitude of readiness to tackle any problem which may face him at any time. Back Row: Junior Horper5, Dr. Vander Lzegt, Dr. Stuart, Dr. Drost, Raymond Van Heuleelom Middle Row: Melvin Johnson, Betty Benninle, Professor Van Emmerik, Helen Bogard, Rupert Ford Front Row: Viretta Van Zante, Margaret fansen, Henrietta Lucas, Greta De Koster, Luverne De Haan l. ,.. , L Back Row: William Rosenberg, John Ailts, Raymond Denekas, Lyle Rachuy, Gerald Van Engen, Lester Alberts. Third Row: Ralph Menning, Gilbert Kuypcr, Raymond Van Heukelom, Cornie Van Zee, Gysbert Rozeboom, Henry Zylstra, Herman Rosenberg, Cornelius Reynen Second Row: John Benes, Henry Ten Clay, Luvcrnc Barton, Daniel Rcevcrts, Francis Dykstra, Leo Van Etten First Row: Ivan Kruse, James Brass, John Tapper, Harvey Ammerman, Hubert Straks, Marvin Cady, Joe Van Roekel, Alvin Goldhorn Theopeithians I-HS ORGANIZATION has received its name from two Greek words, meaning, Q'Obedient to God. The Theopeithian Society, with Professor Mennenga as faculty advisor, is in the second year of its existence. Ir consists of students who are planning to go into some active kingdom service viz.: mission or ministerial work. This group meets reg- ularly the second Wednesday of every month, besides for an occasional special meeting. A large part of its meetings are spent in open discussion of some topic which one of the members introduces. The purpose of this organization is to clear up some of the problems of the world today in order to meet them better as they are encountered in the ministry. President ....,...,.... , , .Gysbert Rozenboom Secretary and Treasurer . . . . .Cornelius Reynen Volunteers TUDENT VOLUNTEERS is an organization composed of those young people who have pledged themselves to definite Christian service at home or in the foreign fleldg there- fore the purpose is to discuss at the hi-weelcly meetings the prohlems we will have to face when in active service. ln this way we not only strive for a hetter understanding of the nature of our worlc hut also of our Master, who is our Great Teacher, and whose mission it was and is to educate humanity. The organization strengthens its memhers in that through exper- ience it increases our ahility to minister and to he of service. Above all this we strive to become hetter acquainted with God and l-lis Willg so that we may strengthen our character and hecome more like l-lim. We are very happy to say that this has heen a blessed year for the organization. The memhership of twelve was increased to thirty-eight enthusiastic young people, zealous for the cause. Our new members pledged themselves to service in a wonderfully inspired candlelight service at the home of Professor Mennenga, our Faculty Advisor. Living for .lesusv was chosen as our theme song. Vile trust that this year is only huilding a strong foundation for hetter years to follow in which more of our plans may develop and definite mission fields may hecome part of us. OFFICERS Fire! Semester Second Semester President ...., . . .Gertrude Van Rcielcel . , Henry Ten Clay Vice President . . .Henry Ten Clay . , Cornie Reynen Secretary-Treasurer . . .John Benes . . Wilmena Schut Ray Reporter , . . . .Cornie Reynen . . Viola Strattman Back Row: Alvin Goldhorn, Cornelius Reynen, Gerlrude Van Roekel, Raymond Denekas, John Benes, Ivan Kruse, Gilbert Kuyper, Gerald Van Engen, Henry Ten Clay. Middle Row: Georgia Weurding, Almira Klein, Margaret Jansen, Lester Muller, Junior Hospers, Wilma Baker, Lyle Rzxchuy, Flora Wiseman Front Row: Dorothy Van Roekel, Lillian Roskens, Wilmena Schut, Viola Stratmann, Ralph Menning, Edna Lansiedel, Betty Bennink, Joe Van Ruekel, Saloma Beukelman Q 4- l A Omicron Zeta Pl'1ilsoopl1yClub HE PHILOSOPHY department is very fortunate in having Dr. Vander Lugt at its head. His judgment and knowledge is highly regarded, and he wields a great and good influence on Central's campus. It was because of Dr. Vander Lugt's active and keen interest concerning his students that he instigated and helped to organize the Philosophy Club on December 17, 1935. Inter- est in the club continued this year. The Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at the home of some member. The purpose of the society is the promotion of interest in philosophy, the cultivation of skill in the dialecric, a better grasp of philosphy and its implications, and the promotion of fellowship among its members. This year the club discussed Plato's Republic and Protagoras. At each meeting some member gave a paper concerning some portion of the Republic. An interesting and attractive discussion followed, guided by Dr. Vander Lugt. Many practical implications were taken from Plato's idea of a perfect state and justice. With what is philosophy concerned? Truth. To Plato this was more glorious and incomparable with the lust of flesh and the dross of the world. And there is always some wistful remnant in us of that earl wooin-f of wisdom. Life has meanin we feel with n 1 . 4 Y D . g,- . - Browning, to find its meaning is my meat and drink? Too much of our life is meaning- less and futile. We want to understand: Life should mean to us a constant transformation into light and flame, all that we are or meet withf' Philosophy will not give us money, but an answer to many questions. We want to seize the value and prospective of passing things, and so to pull ourselves up out of the mael- storm of daily experience. We want to be whole, to coordinate our energies by criticizing and harmonizing our desires. Bacon says, Seek ye first the good things of the mind, and the rest will either be sup- plied or its loss will not be felt. Truth will not make us rich, but it will make us freef, International Relations Club HE SECOND YEAR of the International Relations Club has been a successful one. It was organized in 1936 for the purpose of studying and discussing international affairs. The regular meeting is held every second Wfednesday throughout the school year. The Club was represented by four members at the International Relations Convention held at Grinnell College. Many international speakers were heard and almost every Interna- tional Club in this section of the country was reresented. The Student Legislative Assembly at Topeka, Kansas, was the scene of the next appear- ance of Central College representatives. Howard McKee, Raymond Van Heukelom, Lyle Rachuy, Ralph Menning, and Professor Gould made the trip and distinguished themselves by their Hne work. McKee and Van Heukelom spoke over the Columbia Broadcasting System in the discussion on a bill which McKee introduced. Central also had the chairman- ship of the Democratic Party, held by McKee. Mr. Edward Bradby, an Englishman and international lecturer on international affairs visited the club and spent a day on Central's campus. Dr. Drost, our correspondent and faculty advisor, has been in touch with the Carnegie Endowment fund, and he has received books regularly for the members. Societies Philo Back Row: Lawrence Fennema, Stanley Roelofs, Edward Huibregtse, Louis Miller, Paul Ammer- man, Edward Wesselink, Arnon Lensink, Robert Heerema, Junior Dykstra. Middle Row: Lawrence Liggett, Robert Taylor, Alfred Vander Ploeg, Dick Laird, Harris Waga- man, Virgil Ford, Stanley Flikkema, Hospers Kuyper Front Row: Alex Miressi, Palmer Whittenberg, Fred Bosveld, Gene Cook, Arthur Wesselinl-I, Louis Bosveld, Glenn Hackett, Carol Patty. Members not on picture: Rupert Ford, Peter George Gaass, Robert Nurse, Herbert Wormhoudt, Dick Patty, Eldon Gearhart President 4 . . Vice President .,,. Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary ., .. Treasurer . . . .,..,,.. . . . . COI1SUlS , . . Critic .,.. Cborister . . Sergeant ....,........... . . , Inter Soc. Representative . , . . OFFICERS Firft Semester Palmer Wbittenberg Paul Ammerman , , , Robert Nurse . .. .Virgil Ford .. Rupert Ford .,... Arnon Lensinlc ,. Hospers Kuyper , . . Arthur Wesselink . . Stanley Roelofs . . Robert Taylor ..,. .Louis Bosveld . . Second Semester . , .Arthur Wesselink , . . . .Louis Bosveld ,Edward l-luibregtse . . . ,Robert Taylor .........,Rupert Ford Herbert Wormhoudt .....,.,.GeneCoolc .. Paul Ammerman . , . l-lospers Kuyper Palmer Wbittenberg . . . . . Louis Bosveld Philomathian Literary Society Once a Philo, Always a Philo M' DESIRE FOR a common spirit of fellowship in college life made the term, friends, applicable to Philomathia. During a period from 1873 to the present time, this trait has been evolved, and has be- come a permanent g-:al of the society. It is this feature which plays the prominent role in all Philo activities. The highest mark of literary development for the past year is the introduction of an instructive report in the regular meetings. Society singing has also found a conspicuous place in the course of a regular meeting. The initiation of ten members marks an increase to a membership of thirty-two. This gain was offset somewhat by the loss of several members who discontinued their studies at the close of the first semester. With the high standards of good fellowship and scholarship before it, Philomathia continues on into its eightieth year of existence on Central's campus. Once a Philo, always a Philof, Only through graduation or a discontinuation of studies will Philomathia ever lose members and die a natural death. Philos have that kind of spirit. PI-IILO YELL Wie Wie Wo Blie Blo Blom I-lie Hi Ho Philomathian Alethia -f y,,,gfs7 1 Back Row: Josephine Snake, Hazel Ulferts, Eleanor VVeurding, Georgia Weurding, Bernice Schalekamp, Anna Bess Mallory, Edna Landsiedel, Cornelia Van Gorp, Mildred Vander Ploeg, Jose phine Rollins, Billie Shawver Middle Row: Gretchen McQuilken, Pearl Ulferts. Fern Ulferts, Lillian Roskens, Maxine Robin- son, Geneva Wilder, Dorothy McCord, Margaretta Slobe, Helen Vander Pol, Janet Dykema Front Row: Esther Bosch, Ardys Klein, Margaret Vander Linden, Frances Newsome, Viola Kal- denberg, Luverne De Haan, Joyce Huibregtse, Christine Christiansen, Geraldine Redeker Members not on picture: Ethel Brummcl, Bonnie Klein, Helen Holdsworth, Mildred Flikkema, Betty Liggett, Mary Vander Stoep OFFICERS First Term President ..,.. . . . Luverne De Haan Vice President ,.,,. . . ,Bernice Schalelcamp Recording Secretary .... , . .Ardys Klein ..,. . . . Corresponding Secretary , . , . ,Helen Vander Pol Treasurer ..,.,....., . .Esther Bosch , . . Critic . . . . lanet Dylcema . . . . . Consuls . ...Frances Newsome Mildred v.d Ploeg.. Sergeant . . ,Mildred Flilclcema Chorister . Joyce l-luihregtse Second Term Third Term Mildred Flilclcema . Bernice Schalelcamp Bernice Schalelcamp ,Georgia Wfeurding Geraldine Redelcer . . Frances Newsonie Christina Christiansen Gretchen McQuillcen Esther Bosch ,..... ..,. E sther Bosch Joyce l-luihregtse Edna Landsiedel Billie Shawver . Josephine Snake ,. ,. Lillian Ppslcens . Mildred Flilclcema Josephine Rollins ,. Anna Bess Mallory Margaretta Slohe Luverne De Haan. . Alethian Literary Society LETHIA, founded by Mary Manning in 1872, is the oldest girls, society on the campus. Eight new members filled the quota, so that now thirty-live members and two associate members strive to do their best for the society and to live up to its motto 'RTO be rather than to seem. Meetings are held every Friday evening. The programs have contributed unusual liter- ary inspiration and entertainment. This year two former Alethians, Mrs. P. G. Gaass and Mrs. A. Kuyper, were chosen Honorary Matrons of the society. The various activities of the year were the annual formal tea, an extraordinary Hallow- e'en party in Kuyper's Garage, Philo-Alethian Treasure hunt, formal private initiation, and the annual pOSt-eXam dinner. May Alethians ever remain loyal. COLORS Blue and Gold YELL Dux Femina Factal Alethia! C. U. Il i Chresto Back Row: John Heeren, VVilliam Gosselink, Wayne Meyer, Earl Kooi, Ellis Furda, Carlos Bryan, Everett Van Kooten Middle Row: Arthur Wormhoudl, Ernest Beerends, Carroll Beem, Orville Smith, Harvey Am- merman, Merle Hamre, Marvin Cady, George Ammerman. Front Row: Paul Teeslink, Earl Breuklnnder, Frank Smits, Frank Furda, Hubert Straks, Casper Smedema, Darwin Squibb, Martin Nelson, John Gouger Nlembers not on picture: William Fennema, Darrell Lindberg, John Synhorst, Clarence Vander Brake, Kenneth Van Zee President .... Vice President , Secretary . . . Treasurer .... .. . Corresponding Secretary . Chorister . . ..,.,..,. , , Critic . . Sergeant .,...,. ..,...,,.. . , . lnter Society Representative OFFICERS Fin! Semester Orville Smith ,. Jake l-loelcstra , Arthur Wormluoildt Casper Smedcma , Bill Fennema . Everett Van Kooten Paul Teeslinlc .. . Franlc Furcla , Frank Furcla .. Q Second Semester A . .Paul Teeslink . Earl Breulclander Carol Beem , Casper Smeclema Everett Van Kooten .. , Wayne Meyer A . ,John I-leeren . . .Orville Smith Frank Furcla Chrestomathian Literary Society HE CHRESTOMATHIAN Literary Society, although not nearly the oldest society on the campus, is however one of the greatest in power. Every year is a hettzr year for the society and thus for Central. Chresto wants men and gets men who will be loyal and fraternal and always be true to the high standard of the society set forth in its niottor- To do something usefulf? The programs given everv Friday evening in Chresto Hall are especially planned to benefit both the individual and the group. Here members receive training for leadership and practice in speaking which has been proven to give results by the splendid records which old Chresto brothers are now setting in their lives. Carrying on under their banner of Marooii and Gold, the Chresto men look forward to the great future in years to come in which they will see their Hag placed close to the Crimson and White standard of their Alma Mater. I-Iere's to Chresto! A past to be envied and a great future to which to look forward. May it always endeavor to hold up the aims and ideals of usefulness. COLORS: Maroon and Gold EMBLEM: Anchor Morro: To Do Something Useful YELL Boom-a-laca! Boom-a-lacka Wee! Wo! Wil Chrestol Chresto! C. U. I. Delphi Back Row: Gertrude Huygens, Thelma Newgard, Leona Witzenherg, Nlargaret Jansen, Helen Bogard, Ju Ann Bouman, Ardena Quire, Wilmena Schutt, Dorothy Caesar, Greta De Kuster, Bertha De Leeuw Middle Row: Rebecca Hemmes, Henrietta Lucas, Grayce De Witt, Ada Vander Schaaf, Laura Vander Schaaf, Alberta De Jonge Gertrude Van Roekel, Margaret Jurgens, Betty Bennink Front Row: Ona Newgard, Gladys Hyink, Viola Boekelman, Bernice Ver Ploeg, Gladyce Somsen, Mildred Kemmk Members not on picture: Bernice Langerak, Maxine Vander Ploeg, Corlena Vander Wilt, Mildred Vander Zyl President ...... Vice President .... . . Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary . . . . . Treasurer ............. . . . Critic .,.... Ray Reporter . . Chorister .. Sergeant .................. . . . Inter Society Representative . OFFICERS First Semester Alberta De Jonge . . . .Gertrude Van Roelcel Gladys l-lyink ...... Margaret Jansen .. . Henrietta Lucas .. Thelma Newgard .. Greta De Koster Rebecca l-lemmes .. Bernice Ver Ploeg . Gertrude Huygens Second Semester Gertrude Van Roelcel . . . ,Margaret Jansen . , .Greta De Koster . . .Thelma Newgard ..Bernice Ver Ploeg . . . .Elizabeth Benninlc . , . . . .Gladys Hyink .Alberta De Jonge . . .Rebecca I-'lemmes . .Gertrude l-luygens Delphian Literary Society HROUGI-I TROUBLOUS times and through peaceful times, Delphi with her high and true ideals has ever maintained a worthy criteria of living. Thirty-two memhers this year have worked diligently to develop their talents of leadership and culture by partici- pating in educational and entertaining programs. Two of Delphi's members played a prominent part in Forensics during the spring of 1936. They made the tour to Houstin Texas to attend the Pi Kappa Delta National Tour- nament. Delphi also has the added distinction of having won permanent possession of the Mennenga Scholarship Cup, which is given to the group winning scholastic honors for three successive years. MOTTO-Anchored deep EMBLEM-Anchor CCLORS-Pink and White YELL Yact est alia! Ne! No! Ni! Delphi! Delphi! C. U. I, Lambda Epsilon Phi Back Row: William Rosenberg, James Brass, Daniel Reeverts, Howard McKee, Gilbert Kuyper, Melvin Johnson, Ralph Menning Third Row: Robert Romans, Neal Mol, Kenneth Crum, Clifford Branson, Francis. Dykstra, Henry Zylstra, Cornelius Reynen, Alvin Deelsnycler Second Row: John Vanden Hoek, Ray Van Heukelom, Ivan Kruse, Gysbert Roseboom, John Benes, Alvin Goldhorn, Henry Ten Clay Front Row: George Heusinkveld, Harry Van Hunnik, Willis Limberg, Earl Grandia, Junior Hos- pers, John Tapper, John Ailts, Lester Alberts Members not on picture: Lester Muller, Wayne Pos President .,... . . Vice President Secretary . . . . Treasurer . . Consuls . . Chorister .. Sergeant .. Pianist ...., Ray Reporter Society Representative . . . , OFFICERS First Semester Second Semester .Gilbert Kuyper . ,,....,. Raymond Van Heulielom Raymond Van Heulcelom ..... . . Earl Granclia ....,...,,, Alvin Goldhorn Henry Ten Clay Junior Hospers . . Henry Zylstra . . Daniel Reeverts Junior Hospers Melvin johnson . Ralph Nlenning . . . . . .Earl Grandia .......John Benes .. Henry Ten Clay . . .Junior Hospers . . .Henry Zylstra . . .Howard McKee . . .Lester Muller . . . .Junior Hospers George Heusinlcveld . . .Ralph Menning Lambda Epsilon Phi Literary Society g COOPERATION, fellowship, sacrifice for the common good-to these are due the rapid progress of the L. E. Phi Society. Its motto, Liberty, equality, fraternity is cherished and practiced by its members, and today the society is noted especially for its fine coopera- tion with all worthy causes, its harmony among its members, its spirit of brotherly love, its helping hand to newer organizations, and its high ideals. L. E. Phi Society upholds a high moral standard. Its members have been especially outstanding in literary, forensic, and religious fields. Its weekly programs provide the mem- bers with useful knowledge, real inspiration, noble thoughts and challenges, sparkling humor, and a broad outlook upon life. Its other activities give the members useful training in the social world, cooperation here also has given it an enviable reputation. SONG L. E. Phi, L. E. Phi, our fidelity, Liberty, equality, fraternity, Thirty strori, marching on, Onward be our cry- Loyal friends forever after C. U. I. YELL Chingalanga, chingalanga Ching, chang, chi, Amarama, amarama. L. E. Phi. Epsilon Phi Sigma Back Row: Calvin Hayenga, Herman Rosenberg, Dalton Smith, Walter Ackerman, Edwin Davis Third Row: Robert Augustine, Herbert Rosenbnlxm, Raymond Denekas, Lester Grandia, Gerald Van Engen Second Row: Herle Ferrell, Harold Roelofs, James Evers, Laverne Barton, Joe Van Roekel, Leo Van Etten First Row: Lee Vriezelaar, Donald Menning, Pleasant Figgins, Robert Stafford, Charles Wesslund, Robert Marshall, Lyle Rachuy Members not on picture: Elmer Bates, Kenneth Beebout, Dwight Clarahan, Harold Kester, Lee Lind, Loren Loupee, Harry Starrett, Garret Roorda. Ernest Schippers, Franklin Verrips, Raymond Wes- sels, Donald Wharff President , , . Vice-President . Secretary . . . Treasurer . . OFFICERS First Semester Herle Ferrell .. Lyle Raclluy , , , Donald Menning James Evers Second Semester . . Lyle Ruchuy Robert Stafford Harold Roelofs . . .James Evers Epsilon Phi Sigma Literary Society ARLY IN THE AUTUMN of 1936 Il new men's society, the Epsilon Phi Sigma, made its debut on Central's campus. Even before school had begun it became apparent to the administration that the older societies, with their limited membership, could not accommodate all who wished to belong to a society. With the co-operation of the Inter-Society Council, plans were completed for the forma- tion of a new society. The older societies did not send their bids until the Sigmas had a firm foundation with thirty-four charter members. But since that humble beginning great steps forward have been taken. The first year has been one packed full of social activities. After only a few days of organization, the society was well represented by a beautiful booth at the Society Reception. No little excitement was caused by the joint winning of the Homecoming iioat trophy by the Sigmas and their sister society, the Alphas. The two societies have also enjoyed two very pleasent college parties. No new members were taken in during 1936-37, but next year the Sigmas hope to begin the year on an equal footing with all other societies. Alpha Kappa Alpha Back Row: Dorothy Van Roekel, Leonor Van Rheenen, Viola Stratmnnn, Freda Den Burger, Vee Van Vark, Ruth Heerema Third Row: Catherine Kleinjan, Marie Meyer, Alvina Oostendorf, Hex-ma Braam, Marie Palmer, Pauline Heaberlin, Dorothy Van Houweling ' Second Row: Edna Ver Dught, Dorothy Terpstra, Jeanette Jurgens, Marjorie Sikl-tema, Lillian Jutting, Carolyn Dykstra, Wilma Baker First Row: Flora Wiseman, Eunice Scholten, Algonda Van i'Wely, Martha Intvelt, Almira Klein, Marcella Sikkink, Salome Beukelman Members not on picture: Phyllis Meier., Marie Jansz, Doretha Vogelaar President .... Vice President ,..,. . Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary. . . Treasurer ...,........... Consuls . . . Critic .... Chorister . . Sergeant .......... . . . . Inter-Soc. Council Rep.. . , , OFHCERS First Term Martha lntveld .Catherine Kleinjan Freda Den Burger . . .. Vee Van Vark . Lillian jutting . Dorothy Terpstra Flora Wiseman . Jeanette Jurgens .... Alganda Van Wely Dorothy Van Roekel ,,.,, Second Term Viola Straatman . Catherine Kleinjan Freda Den Burger Vee Van Varlc Lillian Jutting .. Dorothy Terpstra . . Flora Wiseman . Jeanette Jurgens . , . Algonda Van Wely Dorothy Van Roelcel ,.,. Third Term Dorothy Van I-louweling . . . . . . .Viola Straatman . , .Jeanette Jurgens . , Marjorie Silclcema . . . Lillian Jutting . Eunice Scholten . . . . Freda Den Burger . Algonda Van Wely . .. Alvina O-zstendorf . . , ,.... Almira Klein Dorothy Van ldouweling Dorothy Van Houweling Dorothy Van Roelcel Alpha Kappa Alpha EW AND INTERESTING have been the experiences of the Alpha Kappa Alpha society. The second week of school urged by the need of new literary societies on the campus and by the realization of the honor of being charter members of such an organization twenty-five girls .enteredtupon the pioneering adventure of forming a new society. By the time of the society reception the Alpha Kappa Alpha with their brother society, the Epsilon Phi Sigma, was ready to take part in the program and to greet the other new students in its own booth in the gymnasium. Homecoming found the societies active again. With an enlarged model of the famous Ben Ami chick and its shell, the new societies announced to the school that they hadn't scratched yet.', With this float they won first place. The societies have contributed greatly to the social life of their members and to the unifying of the two societies by two joint parties. The Alpha Kappa Alpha also formally iniated five new members. A K. By the end of the first semester the ,organization ofthe, society had been completd. The name Alpha Kappa Alpha, meaning truthful, beautiful, and good, had been selected, the constitution drawn up and adopted, the song, yell, colors, and motto chosen. Interesting pro- grams were presented on each Friday night set aside for society. Alpha Kappa Alpha feels ready to carry on in the future with enthusiasm. However its members realize they owe much of their success so far to the kind help of other societies and to the student and faculty members of the inter-society council. SONG Here's to dear A. K. A. Held dear by all. Here's to its honor, May its glory never fall- Rahl Rahl Rahl Herc's to the good old times Wie hold so clear. Long may its memory stand And cherish all the friendships Vife made here. YELL Borm-a-laclca-boom-a-lacka, Bow-wow-wow Chicloa-laclca--chick-a-laclca Chow-chow-:how Boom-a-laclcabing -chick-a-lacka ching Alpha Kappa Alpha just the thing. FLOWER-Tea Rose MOTTO-Aim I-Iigh Spring EARL GRANDIA Pella High School, 1933, Band '34, '35, '36, Debate '35, A Cap- Choir '37, Lambda Epsilon 1. LUVERNE DE HAAN Mathematics Platte, So. Dak., High School, 1933: Class President '34, Ray Statl' '34, Band '34, '36, Peg o' My Heart '34, Seventeen '352 The Ninth Guest '37, First place Keables Contest '34, First place Women's Oratory '34: Pi Kappa Delta Pres. '37, Zeta Sigma Pi Pres. '37, Y. W. C. A. Cab. '36, '37, Pres. '36, A Cappella Choir '35, '36, '37, Student Coun- cil '36, Pelican Staff '36, Players' Guild, Who's Who among College Students '37, Debate '35, Alethia Pres. '37, Alethia. PALMER WHITTENBERG Chemistry Knoxville High School, 1932, Class President '36, Student Council Pres. '37, A Cappella Choir '34. '35, '36, Much Ado About Nothing '36, Who's Who in American Students '37, Pelican Business Manager '36, Philo Pres. '36, Philo. Semor PAUL AMMERNIAN Philosophy St. Cloud Teachers College, 1934, 1935, Y. M. C. A. Pres. '34, '37, Choir Bus. Manager '35, Pres. '37, lnternational Relations Club '36, '37, Theopeithians '37, Pres. '36, Omicron Zeta '36, '37, Class President '37, Philo. RAY VAN HEUKELOM Philosophy Pella High School, 1933, Finals Freshman - Sophomore Oratory Contest '34, '35, Debate '35, '36, '37, A Cappella Choir '35, Omi- cron Zeta '36, Pres. '37, Pi Kappa Delta '35, '36, Vice-Pres. '37, Zeta Sigma Pi '36, '37, International Relations Club '36, Theopeithians '36, '37, Y. M. C. A. Cab. '37: Chairman of Religious Survey Committee '37, Lambda Epsilon Phi Pres. '37, Lambda Epsilon Phi. LAWRENCE I-I. FENNEMA a S S Business Administration Pclla Hiyzh School, 1933, Base- ball Team '34, Philo. BERNICE SCHALEKAMP Chemistry Sioux Center High School, 1933, Band '34, '35, A Cappella Choir '34, '35, '36, '37, Ray Staff '34, '35, '37, Pelican Staff '36, Dramatic Club Pres. '37, Y. W. C. A. Cab. '35, '36. '37, Student -vs Council '37, Seventeen '35, Passing of Third Floor Back '37, A. W. S. Council '36, '37: Alethia. EARL BREUKLANDER Business Administration Pella High School, 1032, Chres- FERMER ADAIR Chemistry Terrible Meek , Passing of the Third Floor Back , Players' Guild, Student Council '34, '35, '36, Pel- ican Staff '36, Band. GERTRUDE VAN ROEKEL Mathematics Sully High School, 1932, Cen- tral Academy: Y. W. C. A. Cab. '33, '36, '37, Ray Staff '37, W. A. A. '33, '36, '37, Board '37, Volun- teer Pres. '37, Central Players Guilfl '37, W'inner of Vander Werf and Coles Bible prizes contest, Delphi President '37, Delphi. Pclla High School, 1932, The- V, ar- - 'sz PAUL TEESLXNK M atbematics Alton High School, 1933, North- western J. C., 1935, International Relations Club '37, Pi Kappa Del- ta '37: Zeta Sigma Pi '36, '37, Omicron Zeta '37, Debate '36: '37, Ray Reporter '37, Chrcsto Pres. '37: Chresto. JAKE HOEKSTRA History Maurice High School, 1933: Basketball '34, '35, '36, '37, Track '35, '36, '37, Coming Through the Rye '35, Masqucrsg Chresto. GEORGIA RUTH WEURDING C,76mi5f7y Grant High School, Cedar Rall- ids. 1933, Y. W. C. A. Cab. '34, '35, '36, Pres. '37, A. W. S. Council '36, '37, Inter-society Council '3T: Volunteers: Bible Memory Contest, Pelican Staff '36, Biology Assistant '36, Alethia. ORVILLE SMITH History Attica Hiprh School, 1933, Y. M. C. A. Cab. '35, '36, '37, Vice- Pres. '36, '37, Ray Staff '35, '37, Pelican Staff '36, Football '33, '34, '35, '36, Track '34, '35, '36, '37Z Tumblini: '37, Philo Cup Winner '34, Chrcsto Pres. '36, Chrcsto. GERALD VAN ARKEL History Pella High School, 15132, Foot- ball '33, '34, '36, '37, Baseball '33, '34, '36, '37: Basketball '33, '34, '36, Captain '37, Philo. LESTER W. MULLER History, Social Science Pleasant Prairie Academy, 1933, Y. M. C. A. '34, '35, '36, '37, Vol- unteers, Theopcithians '36, '37, A Cappella Choir '35, Omicron Zeta '36, '37, Much Ado About Nothing '36, Lambda Epsilon Phi. MELVIN JOHNSON Latin Drake, 1934, Track '36, '37, De- bate '36, '37, Seventeen '35, Ray Staff '36, Zeta Sigma Pi, Philosophy Club, International Re- lations Club, Lambda Epsilon Phi. ALEX MIRESSI History Rushville High School, 1933 : Football '33, '34, '35, '36, Rand Zoology Assistant '37, Philo. JAMES BERKEY ' Social Science Humeston High School, 1933g Class Officer '34, Football '34, '35, '36, Captain '37. HENRIETTA LUCAS M atkematics Sheldon High School, 1933, Sheldon Jr. College '34, '35, Peli- can Staff '36, Ray Staff '36, Zeta Sigma Pi '37, Y. W. C. A, Cab. '37, W. A. A. '36, '37, Intercol- legiate Debate '37, Third place in State meet, Delphi. VIRETTA VAN ZANTE English Pella High School, 1933, Zeta Sigma Pi '36, Vice-Pres. '37, Stu- dent Council '37, Class Treas. '37, Assistant Editor of Ray '37. ARTHUR WESSELINK Chemistry Sioux Center High School, 1933, A Cappella Choir '34, '35, '36, '37, Student Council '36, Pelican Staif '36, Omicron Zeta '37, Editor of Ray '37, Philo Pres. '37, Philo. MILDRED FLIKKEMA English Fulton, Illinois, High School, 1933, Alpha Zi Omega Pres. '37, Central Players Guild '37, Mas- quers Club '35, Coming Through the Rye '35, Much Ado About Nothing '36, Passing of Third Floor Back '37, A Cappella Choir '34, '35, '36, '37, Y. W. C. A. Cab. '34, '35, '36, '37, A. W. S. Council '36, '37, Class Treas. '36, Band' '34, '35, '36, '37, Alethia Pres. '37, Alethia. GERTRUDE I-IUYGENS English Newkirk High School, 1933, Debate '35, Pi Kappa Delta, Coming Through the Rye '35, Masquers '35, Central Players Guild, W. A. A., Inter-Society Council '37, Delphi. Louis BOSVELD M athematics Pella High School, 1932, Alpha Psi Omega, The Bird's Christ- mas Carol '34, The Terrible Meek '35, Editor of Pelican '36, Cab. '35, '36, Student Council '34, '35, '36, General Chairman of Homecoming '36, Central Players Guild, Inter-society Coun- cil '37, Philo. MARGARET JANSEN History Pella High School, 1933: A Cappella Choir '34, '35, '36, '37: W. A. A. Board '35, '36, '37: Vol- unteers: Pinafore : Zeta Sigma Pi. Secretary '36, '37: Y. W. C. A.: Winner of S. A. R. History Medal '36: Secretary to President of Central College '34, '35, '36: Y. Y. C. A. Cab. '35, '36, '37: Del- D l. GILBERT KUYPER History Albert Lea High School, 1933: Volunteers: Omicron Zeta : Theo- peithians: Lambda Epsilon Phi Pres. '36: Lambda Epsilon Phi. PEARL ULFERTS English Senior Class HERE IS an old saying to the effect that it is not quan- tity that counts but quality. The class of '37 may be a few in number-just 28-but it is abundant in that quality which spells success. Among our members we find those who will prove them- selves fully as viral a part in their professional sphere as they did on Central's campus. During our four years at Central the Class of '37 had representatives in every field of activity-football, basketball, forensics, dramatics, and music. We have ut forth earnest P efforts to con uer those roblems set before us, and we are Cl P ready to take our new stand at the half-way mark toward the goal of success ever before us. Clara City High School, 1932: W. A. A.: A. W. S.: Dorm House President, '37: A Cappella Choir '36: Hansel and Grete1 : Alethia. ,si , Back Row: Paul Nelson, Casper Smedema, Stanley Flikkema, Alvin Goldhorn, Lawrence Liggell, Daniel Reeverts, Everett Van Kooten, Arthur Wesselink, Harry Starrett, Hospers Kuyper Third Row: Paul Ammerman, Edward Huibreglse, Lee Vriezelaar, Earl Grandia, Ralph Menning, Professor Wing, Bruce Gardner, Stanley Roelofs, Harry Van Hunnik, Cnrlos Bryan Second Row: Salome Beukelman, Ardena Quire, Corlena Vander Wilt, Edna Landsiedel, .Laura Vander Schaaf, Margaret Jansen, Greta Dc Koster. Janet Dykema, Lillian Rnskens, Betty Bennink First Row: Ada Vander Schaaf, Ona Newgard, Rebecca Hemmes, Frances Newsome, Jewel Peter- son, Director, Professor Elizabeth Nielsen, Lillian Jutting, Joyce Huibregtse, Helen Vander Pol, Chris- tiansen, Josephine Rollins A Cappella Choir HE A CAPPELLA CHOIR, directed by Miss Jewel Peterson, which is more and more becoming an outstanding student activitiy, has now completed its fifth successful year. During the 1936-1937 season membership consisted of forty-two chosen from the entire student body. A result of the choir's growing strength and popularity has heen the new gowns bought this year, consisting of blaclc cassoclc, white and blaclc surplice. The first program of the year was given the Sunday before Christmas vacation by the Women of the choir. It consisted of a lovely carol candle-light service which many attended and enjoyed. The choir appeared for a concert at the First Reformed Church of Pella, and on March 9 they malce a trip to Des Nloines. Here they sang at the Younlcers' Tea Room before the Des Moines Advertising Club and later broadcast over station KRNT and KSO. Plans were made for a spring vacation trip to Chicago and vicinity, but with prospects of a bigger and better trip in june these plans were dropped. As the Pelican goes to press, plans for this trip east to the General Synod are being completed. OFFICERS President . ...,,... , Paul Ammerman Secretary . .. Joyce Huibregtse Q H Back Row: Gene Cook, Ona Newgard, Van Niewaal, Junior Hospers, Alfred Vander Ploeg, Har- vey Ammerman, Hospers Kuyper, Frances Newsome, Edward Huibregtse, James Brass. Front Row: Leona Witzenberg, Dorothy Van Roekel, Flora Wiseman, Thelma Newgard, Janet Dykema, Dorothy McCord, Arnon Lensink, Stanley Flikkema, Fred Bosveld, Mr. Hugo Kuypcr, Director The Band I-IE BAND is one of the most outstanding organizations on the campus. Everyone is proud of the members of the band when they come marching on the field with their ted and white uniforms. The band is the center of the cheering section at the football and basketball games. It made its annual trip to Fairfield for the Central-Parsons game this year, and it plans to malce the trip to the Drake Relays an annual occurrence. The band has regular practice every Nlonday evening. In order to create more interest in this or anization, the Student Council has ado ted 3 P the plan of presenting a UC letter to all those who attend ninety per cent of the practices and public appearances. Nlany will receive a letter this year. Mr. Hugo Kuyper, director, deserves special mention for his service, and under his able leadership the band has made much progress. Manager . ..... . . . . Arnon Lensinlc Assistant Manager ,. . Alfred Vander Ploeg - vv-V Central College Athletic Committee The function of the Athletic Committee, composeed of Dean Pietenpol, Professor Bingaman, Dr. Vander Lugt, Dr. Drost, and the athletic director, L. A. W'inter, is to approve the schedules of games played by college teams in all sports, to approve all athletic expenditures and awards, and to arrange the athletic budget. Each year Dean Pietenpol, as chairman, represents the committee at the annual Iowa Conference meeting. At this meeting he reports the athletic records made by the teams and hands in the eligibility list. Womenls Athletic Association I-IIS NATIONAL organization, better known by its initial letters, W. A. A., has attained a very promi- nent place on this campus, especially after the reorganization three years ago by its sponsor, Mrs. Winter. This year there are thirty-five active members, besides a large group of freshmen, who will be members at the end of this school year. The chief purpose of this association is to develop these young women both physically and socially-giv- ing each an opportunity to display her ability in the athletic? realm. Several outstanding features ofthe schol year have been sponsored by W. A. A. Among these are the following: the girl's intra-mural basketball games, archery meet fto be held this springj 5 and the election of a W. A. A. Queen to represent Central at the Iowa-Illinois Intercollegiate Basketball Tournament at Rock Island, Illinois, January 8 and 9. Miss Rebecca I-Iemmes was chosen by the association to represent Central at this tournament. Any girl who has not had the privilege of being an active member of this organization cannot fully ap- preciate its merits. Back Row: Margaret Jansen, Vice Presidentg Gertrude Van Roekel, Treasurerg Gretchen Mc- A Quilken, Publicity Chairman Front Row: Esther Bosch, Social Chairmang Rebecca Hemmes, Presidentg Bernice Ver Ploeg, Secretaryg Ardena Quire, Sports Chairman 4. I ' 1' Q If 1 W 3 3 3 ,Tv X .A 'Xt 2 I Z 1 It ' ' 3 . lqk ....,,,, ,Milf fn ' Track Squad 1936 I AST YEAR track really became a major sport at Central for the first time in many years. Consider- ing the lack of balance and experience of the squad, it turned in an excellent record. The mile and half- mile relay teams were entered in the Iowa Conference Section of the Drake Relays and finished third in both races. In a dual meet with Simpson the Dutch furnished keen competition for the strong Metliodist team. Central's runners piled up enough points to finish third in a quintangular meet with Simpson, Parsons, Wes- leyan, and Penn, and tied for fifth in the Iowa Conference Meet. Perhaps the outstanding performance of the season was made by the mile relay team of Kregel, Beem, Ammerman, and I-loekstra when they established a quintangular meet record of 3:30.7 in winning their event in that meet. The outstanding individual performer was I-loekstra who turned in excellent performances in every meet in the 100, 200, and 440 yard races. jake won his section of the 440 in the conference meet in 51 seconds flat. Letter winners were as follows: Hoekstra, Beem, Ammerman, Smith, Kooi, Rozenboom, Kregel, Gardner. Philo Cup Meet I-IE PI-IILO meet is held every year during Commencement Week and is made possible through the ef- forts of the Philomathian Society, which each year presents the cup. To gain possession of the cup, the contestant must win the meet for three successive years. In the 1936 meet there were five contestants who gave each other keen competition. I-Ioekstra won with outstanding records which are as follows: 440 Yard Dash, 51:0 Seconds, Discus, 98:10 Inches, High Jump, 5 Feet 1 Inch, Javelin, 123 Feet 8 Inches, 220 Yard Dash, 22.7 Seconds, Shot, 31 Feet 9 M, Inches, High Hurdles, 15.9 Secondsg Broad Jump, 18 Feet 9 Inches, 100 Yard Dash, 10 Seconds, Pole Vault, 8 Feet 6 Inches. Orville Smith won second place, Charles Fuhr third place, Virgil Ford won fourth place, and Harold Macy won fifth place. 4 FIRST REFORMED CHURCH Come thou with us, and we will do thee good. Numbers 10:20 A. I-IAVERKAMP, Pastor SUNDAY SERVICES Bible School ................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Wo1'ship . . . . . .10 :45 A.M. Holland Service .... . . .2:00 P.M. Evening Praise .. ,..... ...... 7 :30 P.M. BROADWAY AND UNION STREETS i fi .Ex -cis: 'Wi- Ts V.