Commerce High School - Commerce Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 156 of the 1912 volume:

1 3n mngmtum of frottbly intmat amount anb kindly arruur rrndrrrd in jmblialjing tljia book. ute rordially bediratc tljia. thr Ihird iiiigi) rljocl of (Eommerre Annual, to {Hr. £ . Sootier. —ulje fcditora 3 (ttontputa Cover Design—Design by John Mayer ............ Title Page—Design by Gertrude Grady .......... Dedication ................................... Contents—Design by Ella Schroeder............. Tail Piece—Design by Harold Lawrence ......... Annual Board.................................. Our Annual ................................... The Annual.................................... The Principal's Word.......................... Advisory Committee ........................... Faculty....................................... Faculty E. II. S. of C........................ A Visit to the W. H. S. of C.................. Alumni ....................................... Tail Piece—Design by Esther Weisman........... Seniors—Design by Alice Clark................. Class History, 1912 .......................... Class Will ................................... First Senior Dance ........................... Tail Piece—Design by Frances Sclmanovitz...... Seniors ........................................ “The Peace Pipe”.............................. To Ye Seniors................................. Nicknames, Offices and Favorite Sayings....... Senior Candy Sale............................. Weeds from our Seniors.......................... Alliterations ................................ Senior Alphabet .............................. Senior Class Officers ........................ Class Day and Commencement Speakers........... School ....................................... Lecture Course................................ The Great Crusade of Commerce................. A Popular Teacher............................. Twentieth Century Problem Play ............... Rules to be Observed When Applying for a Position Study to Play ................................ Society—Design by Grace McKenzie.............. Orchestra .................................... 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 22 23 40 42 42 54 55 56 57 59 59 60 61 63 64 67 70 70 71 72 4 (famttxdB Music—Design by Alice Winsper...................................... 73 Glee Club ......................................................... 75 Kormaw—Design by Florence Nally.................................... 76 Ecremmoc—Design by Hazel Fawcett .................................. 81 Debates—Design by Alice Winsper.................................... 83 Athletic—Design by Eleanor Aults................................... 89 Foot Ball—Design by Amanda Heimberger ............................. 91 Tail Piece—Design by Maybell Sebek................................. 93 Basket Ball—Design by Robert Gilliland............................. 95 Basket Ball E. H. S. of C..........................................100 Base Ball—Design by Harold Scoville ...............................101 Class of 1913 .....................................................102 Class of 1914......................................................106 Class of 1915 .....................................................109 E. H. S. of Commerce...............................................113 Literature—Design by Libbie Rivkin ................................117 Smiles—Design by Elma Mantey.......................................138 Tail Piece—Design by Harry Sturges.................................137 Calendar—Design by Goldie Thow .................................. 147 Tail Piece—Design by Eleanore Matchett.............................153 5 6 Annual Soarft Thomas V. Murphy ...................................................... Editor Pearl Delahunt.............................................. Assistant Editor Margret Grosser ............................................. Business Manager Courtney Turney.....................Assistant Business Manager and Secretary Amanda Heimberger ................................................ Art Editor Frieda Lucht .. ............................................. Literary Editor Gale Raybon ..................................................... Joke Editor Ella Shroeder ...................................................... Solicitor Otto Bartunek ............................................... Athletic Editor Lionel Russon .......................................... (3) Associate Editor Florence Ott ........................................... (3) Associate Editor Homer Twitchell ........................................ (2) Associate Editor Harvey Class ........................................... (3) Associate Editor Bettie Chlad .............................Assistant Manager, East Commerce Faculty Advisers: Miss Amidon Miss Ely Mr. Gehring Mr. Griffiths Mr. Heald ®ur Annual Let the Contents of this book Serve as Memory’s every nook— Full of dreams, and happy thought And of work that here we’ve wrought. Let it go abroad and see Just how useful it can be— Filling every heart with glee By its magic pleasantry. Praise unto our book is due It indites a record true Of our tasks and of our fun, Of a contest nobly won. 7 FRIEDA LUCHT, 1912. 0fje Annual HISTORY, the compilation of a systematic account of eveuts, applies itself to most things where progress and growth are worth preserving for future use and instruction. The Annual of the High School of Commerce has reached a point where its growth and development are assured. In other words it has begun its history. As editor of the present Annual we shall endeavor to record the most interesting occurrences through which the publication has passed during its short but brilliant career. It is our aim faithfully to set down all the main eveuts of this history, so that there will be a permanent and summarized account which future historians may use as a guide and help in the publications which are to follow. From the date of the schools opening in 1909, the student body of this institution, which included boys and girls from all sections of our fair city, was anxious to edit some record of the occurrences which were taking place in their new surroundings. After much warm discussion, it was finally decided unanimously that the publication should take the form of an Annual. A committee which came to be known as the Annual Board, was elected to push forward the work of publication, and for that purpose held its first meeting on December the second, nineteen hundred and nine. This board for the past three years, has consisted of the following officers: An Editor-in-chief, whose duty it is to direct the general workings of the publication but more particularly the editorial department. He presides at all meetings of the board, and holds the other editors responsible to him for the work of the various departments. An Assistant Editor-in-chief, who aids the Editor in every possible way, taking his place in case of absence. A Business Manager, an Assistant Business Manager and a Solicitor who look after all contracts, subscriptions and business in general. An Art Editor, who handles the work of the artists, and this feature has made the Annuals, so far published, fine specimens of the excellent art work that is created at this school. To record the humor of the school we have a Joke Editorship, which position has been filled for three years by the Jokcsmith of the class. The athletics of the school are written up for the Annual by an Athletic Editor, who has complete charge of that department of the book. The Literary Editor aids the Editor-in-chief in the editorial work and also looks after the literature, stories and poems written for the Annual. These Editors must be seniors, as it is the Senior Class that is responsible for the success or failure of the edition. 8 For the associate editors there are two Juniors, one Sophomore and one Freshman, who are elected by their respective classes on this board. These editors are counselled by several faculty advisers, whose help has gone far toward making our Annuals such successes. The Annual Board, elected by the class of nineteen hundred and ten, was directed by Edmund Kirby as Editor-in-chief, and Arthur J. Buzek as Business Manager. This board held regular meetings throughout the year at which all matters pertaining to the Annual were decided definitely. After several months of hard, patient work the first Annual went to the press on May the nineteenth, nineteen hundred and ten, and was ready for distributing a week before the vacation commenced. The total number of Annuals published was three hundred (300), the cost of which was entirely covered by the price of subscriptions and advertisements. This Annual proved such an attraction that the class of 1911 knuckled down to edit one that would far excel it in every possible way. As a start toward this goal, the second Annual Board met on November the ninth, nineteen hundred and ten ready for business. George Groman served as Editor-in-chief, and George Leopold as Business Manager. The plan of directing business was similar to that of the previous board, but the total sales of the Annual were increased to about three hundred and fifty (350) owing to the growth of the school. Subscriptions, advertisements and candy sales contributed toward off-setting the expenses of publication, and the second Annual was published without debt. The swift pace set by our predecessors has excited in the Class of 1912 a desire, and more than that, an assurance, that the Annual published by this class shall maintain the pace set by those of the past two years. The present staff under the leadership of Thomas V. Murphy as Editor-in-chief, and Mar-gret Grosser as Business Manager, has attempted several features unthought of by the former boards. The plan of this board is to run the Annual without advertisements, to have the picture of every student in the school appear in the Annual with his class-mates, and to establish payments for subscriptions on the installment plan. These innovations will tend to increase the sale of the book to a figure far exceeding those of former years. The good work accomplished by the two previous boards makes it plainly seen that to accomplish what wc desire will be a Herculean task. As the East Commerce, an overflow school of Commerce High, a school composed of over one hundred first and second year pupils, was opened this year, the present board decided to have that school represented on the Annual Board. A representative known as the Assistant Manager for East Commerce, was elected by the student body of that school and has been present at all of the Annual Board meetings. In this way East Commerce is kept well posted as to the progress of the Annual and is given a vote in all matters pertaining to this publication. 9 No effort has been lost which can help in any way to make this Annual a credit to the school. A second feature of this year’s management is a Finance Committee composed of the Editor-in-chief, Business Manager and Mr. Gehring as faculty adviser. The work of this committee has been to pass on all receipts and payments of cash, and through the issuing of triple receipts, it has maintained a complete check on all transactions. The school, as a whole, has given hearty support in their ready subscriptions and copy, conditions foretell that this co-operation will make this Annual one second to none of its class, a record of which any student of the High School of Commerce may be proud, a register of the words and deeds of our schoolmates: those little remembrances which in after years will recall to our minds the past and happy days of our lives spent at the old school, The High School of Commerce. THOMAS V. MURPHY, Editor-in-chief. 01fr Ifrinripal’a ffinrfc THE appearance of this Annual marks the close of the third year of the High School of Commerce. Compared with the preceding years, it is the best of all. It has been a year of quiet and earnest work. Profiting by the experience of these years, we arc learning (both teachers and pupils) how best to economize our time and energy, and how best to pursue our studies in order to promote efficiency in our preparation for a business life. At the end of the first year of our existence a class of 35 seniors was graduated. These students had but one year in the High School of Commerce, having previously taken three years’ work in the commercial course of the academic high schools of the city. During the second year two classes were graduated, numbering 62. These boys and girls are now occupying responsible positions in various business houses of the city. Those graduating this year are more nearly the real product of our own school. By the latter part of August a considerable number of students who entered this school from the Grammar schools, three years ago, will finish the course. By attending the summer terms, they have been enabled to complete a Four years’ course in three years. Four classes, numbering 94 students, will have graduated within the present year, making a total of 191 since the organization of the school. With our cramped quarters, the graduation of this comparatively large number of students makes possible the admission of a larger number of entering pupils to take their places. Were it not for these frequent graduations and the all year round school, it would not have been possible to accommodate all who have sought admission. 10 As it is, the present building and its three portable buildings, have proved inadequate, and a branch school was opened on the East side where 130 first and second year pupils are enrolled. The new building, so obviously needed, and so long promised, has again been delayed ou account of the lack of funds for building purposes, owing, it is said, to the Smith one per cent law which arbitrarily limits the amount of money to be spent for all purposes, including public schools. Our immediate hope is the issuance of bonds to be voted upon by the people this month (May). It is earnestly hoped that the voters of Cleveland will understand and appreciate the necessity of this action and will put their seal of approval upon what seems to be the only method of relief for the present situation. In the meantime we shall keep on doing our work as efficiently as we know how, constantly looking forward to the time when we can be housed in a building specifically adapted to our work and sufficiently ample for all our needs. Aifttteonj (Committer Siijli rijool of (Comutrrrr, 1912 Mr. F. F. Prentiss, Chairman. Chas. E. Adams ........................................Cleveland Hardware Co. O. J. Fish ...........................Secretary, American Ship Building Co. E. W. Fisher....................................President, E. W. Fisher Co. n. E. Hackenberg ............................Treasurer, National Carbon Co. S. U. Halle.....................................President, Halle Brothers Co. Munson Havens .............................Secretary, Chamber of Commerce. W. S. Hayden ............................................Hayden, Miller Co. Chas. S. Howe .....................President, Case School of Applied Science. John G. Jennings ............................Treasurer, Lamson Sessions Co. George W. Kinney ...........................................Kinney Levan. W. G. Leopold...............Secretary-Treasurer, Henry Leopold Furniture Co. Bascom Little ........................................... Citizens’ Building. Malcolm L. McBride ..........................Treasurer, Root McBride Co. David E. McLean .............................President, Herrman-McLean Co. Harry New ..................Secretary-Treasurer, Landesman llirscheimer Co. Chas. A. Nesbit,-----Secretary, Commercial Travelers’ Life Accident Ass’n. Stephen L. Pierce .........................................S. L. Pierce Co. George A. Rudd ........................Secretary-Treasurer, Chandler Rudd Co. Lyman H. Treadway ......................Vice-President, Peck, Stow Wilcox Co. ll 12 iFarultg of tljc g� rl|ool of (Eotttmm? Mr. Solomon Weimer, Principal. Mr. S. R. Hoover, Assistant Principal, Baldwin University, B. A.. M. A. Miss Nellie M. Amidon, Assistant Principal. Geneva Normal School. Belmont College. B. A., M. A. Mr. James S. Curry, Upshur Academy and Normal School, Spencerian Business School. Department of Shorthand. Mr. E. Wilbur Harrison, Pernln Business College. Michigan State Normal School. Shorthand and Penmanship. Mr. Harvey C. Ditmer, Oberlln Business College. Department of Bookkeeping. Mr. J. 0. Gordon, Ashland University. B. E Penmanship and Business Forms. Mr. Jude L. Ileald, Indiana State Normal School, Northwestern University. Department of English. Mrs. Lillian R. Pardee, Buchtel College. Boston School of Oratory, English. Mr. Anton Ex. Gehring, Western Reserve University. Ph. B.. Department of Modern Languages. Mr. Joseph Johnston, Indiana State Normal School, Indiana University. Department History of Commerce. Mr. II. T. McMyler, Western Reserve University. University of Wisconsin. Department of Mathematics. Mr. D. M. Evans, Ohio Wesleyan University. Mathematics and Faculty Coach. Mr. Charles F. Dutton, Jr., Oberlin College, A. B.. Department of Cornmcrciul Geography. Miss Olive Pittis, Valparaiso University, B. S.. Harvard. Western Reserve, and Cornell Universities. English and Commercial Geography. Mr. John M. Harsh, Ohio State University. A. B., Graduate School. Western Reserve University. A. M.. Department of Chemistry and Physics. Mr. J. Earl Griffith, State Normal School, Cortland. New York. Honor Graduate In professional ability. Pratt Institute, New York City, Applied Arts. Miss Mabel D. Ely, Western Maryland College, Westminster. Maryland, Maryland Institute School of Art, Baltimore. Charcoal Club Art School, Baltimore. Graduate Normal Art and Manual Training Course. Pratt Institute. New York City. Applied Arts. Mr. Orson E. Warfield, B. P. E., International Y. M. C. A. Training School. Starling. Ohio, Medical School, Department of Hygiene and Physical Culture. Miss Alice Bandeen, Cushing Academy. New Haven Normal School of Gymnastics. Department of Physical Culture. Mr. John W. Creig, Rochester University. Vorles Business College. Penmanship. Mr. Manville, Private Tutors in Music. Music Department. Miss Jean Corscr, Minneapolis School of Fine Arts. Teachers' College. Columbia University, Department of Applied Arts. Miss Alice Constance Hagan, College for Women. W. R U.. A. B.. English and Penmanship. Miss Minna Mary Rohn, Michigan State Normal College, University of Michigan. Department of Biology. Miss Lillian M. Hildreth, Atanslleld Normal School. Business course with private tutors. Nine years' practical Business Experience. Penmanship, Bookkeeping and Shorthand. Miss Etta Freedlandcr. College for Women. W. R U., A. B.. University of Chicago. Teachers’ College. Columbia University. Mathematics and Commercial Geography. Miss Florence A. Heal, Syracuse University. Teachers’ College. New York City. Department of Applied Arts. Miss S. Gertrude lladlow. College for Women. Ph. B., PoBt Graduate Chicago University. English and Mathematics. Mr. Earl Sydney Weber, University of Wisconsin, Department of History and Civics. Miss Pearl M. Maxwell, Secretary. Miss Frances Lorena Davis. Stenographer and Typist. Frederick C. Donberg, Custodian. 13 14 Faculty uf tfie £aat liigli S'rljoal of (Eommcrcc Mr. Pemberton J. Twiggs, Asst. Principal. Buchtel College, Departemnt of Bookkeeping. Miss Lucy Cordelia' Alien, Western Reserve University, A. B., Department of English. Miss Edith I. Beman, Western Reserve University. Ph. B., University of Michigan. University of Chicago. Mathematics and English. Mr. Samuel Zechar, Otterbein University. A. B.. Commercial Geography. Miss Maggie Richardson, Western Reserve University. A. B. Mathematics. History of Commerce. Miss Agness B. Slaymaker, School Industrial Art, Phlla.. Art Department. Pratt Institute. New York City, Fine Arts, Teachers' College, Columbia University. Art Department. A TUtstt lo tire ffirst Sjiyh rljuol of (Eonxmrrrr ONE day last November Mr. Weimer extended an invitation to our school to visit the West High School of Commerce, which we very heartily accepted. Mr. Twiggs secured a special car to take us to the School. There we were greeted by Mr. Weimer with that broad, loving smile which not only assured us that we were welcome but also made us feel that we were a part of that school. School not being dismissed, we examined the museum and gymnasium. Then Mr. Weimer took us through the following rooms where students were at work: The Banking and Finance room where students are taught the value of banking and finance; the Botany room in which the students study the growth of plants and various other things; the Typewriting and Shorthand rooms from which competent typists and stenographers come prepared to excel in that kind of work; the Art rooms with their walls decorated with drawings and designs made by the art students. As we went through the Typewriting and Shorthand rooms some of our Freshmen eagerly watched the typewriting and were filled with ecstasy as they meditated over the thought of some day becoming as skilled in their lines of work as these students are. Then we went to the assembly room where the whole school soon assembled and Mr. Weimer gave a short address of welcome. After this we were entertained by a play which was composed and acted by some of the Seniors. In this play they tried to show the value of a competent student to his employer and the chance a good graduate of the High School of Commerce has to obtain a desirable position in the business world. After the play when school was dismissed, some of our students lingered about the halls chatting with chums and old friends. HAROLD LAWRENCE, East High School of Commerce. 15 SJhr Alumni FTBR a year of pleasant companionship in 1910, the first thought of the class which had just been graduated was to continue that companionship. The result was the organization of the Alumni. The first important step was the adoption of the constitution and the election of officers. Shortly after this, the Alumni gave a dancing party in the gymnasium of the High School of Commerce. It was an altogether pleasant evening. The next big event was a dance at Bedford Glens. The Alumni reserved the floor for the evening. This was in September and the weather was still warm. Those present enjoyed themselves to the utmost and the evening was a great success. In January of Nineteen Hundred and Twelve, an entertainment was given under the auspices of the Alumni. This entertainment was the biggest success in the history of the Alumni. All of the numbers on the program were rendered by persons of special talent. A good sized audience attended. The Alumni invites all those who have graduated to join the organization and enjoy the good times yet to come. WALTER B. MADIGAN, 1910. Alumni Armstrong, Margret Barret, Madge Bandlow, Walter Bernstein, Joseph Billenstein, Myra Buzek. Arthur Beck, Stella Boltey, Mildred Boehm. Lillian Bollman, Malcolm Brennan, Marie Call, Mary Clark, Mabel Colberg, Gertrude Crebbin. Frank Cosgritf, James Caldwell. Blanche Combes, Ed mo Creer, Julia DeForest, Richard Kirby, Edmund Kirian, Sylvia Krause, Edwin Lampus, Ora Lustig, Ladimer Leopold, George Lucht, Anna Libal, Edward Lehman, Beatrice McTigue, John McCorkindale, Anna Mead, Elsie Munz, Bertha Mullally, Rose Madigan, Walter Martin, Joseph Martin, Bessie Maxwell, Pearl Morris. Pearl Nichols. Harold Davis, Frances Downing, Clyde Eggert, Rose Emde, Emma Foley, Esther Foster, Alice Feller, Florence Fox, Helen Gil bride, Florence Greer, Adelene Grom an, George Goldberg, Anna Hach, George Hadde, Leonard Hafemeister, Bessie Hasey, John Hawkins, Laura Halloway, Florence Housego, Beatrice Hummel, Mabel Harrington, Lenore Hayes, Margrct Johnson, Fred Joslin, Raymond Klump, Olga Kramer, William Krewson, Ethel Karlovec, Anton King, Nellie O’Connor, Rose Osterland, Viola Pfister, Clara Pfleger, Florence Pfleger, Nettie Putnam, Flora Per ram, Jessie Russ, Gladys Romanis, Harold Rosenberg, Louis Schacha, Valeria Sinek, Herbert Satink, Helen Smith, Harold Smith, Julius Smill, Eva Smith, Esther Steigerwald, Carl Strauss, Cecil Svec, Edward Thoering, Leona Tobin, John Thumm, Carl Wendell, Elizabeth Wickson, Loretta Wilson, Ross Whipp, Ethel Zak, Lillian 17 fflfjrrr ffiur (£raimat?fl are Emplagrb Banks— Union National Bank Equity Savings Loan Co. Lorain St. Savings Bank First National Bank National Commercial Bank Peoples’ Savings Bank Cleveland Trust Co. Society for Savings Cleveland Savings Loan Co. Businkss and Manufacturing Concerns— Winton Motor Car Co. Brown Hoisting Co. Arcade Piano Co. Bankers’ Mortgage Trust Co. Wheeling Lake Erie Rd. Co. Standard Oil Co. Ranney Fish Co. Boehmke Co. Cleveland Knitting Mills Sherwin-Williams Co. J. E. Sickman Co. National Carbon Co. W. E. Hamlin Co. Ernst Ernst Atlantic Refining Co. Fowler Slater White Sewing Machine Co. Lake Shore Saw Mill Lumber Co. Grasselli Chemical Co. Schwegler Co. High School of Commerce Newkirk Forest J. C. Hub Mfg. Co. United Shirt Collar Co. Myers. Weil Co. Silbert, Morganstern Co. Atlas Oil Co. Board of Education Brierley Machine Co. Harry L. Davis Cleveland Leader Brown Bros. Great Western Oil Co. Cleveland Engineering Society Bingham Co. Atlantic Paint Co. Sherwood Drug Co. Penton Publishing Co. Pittsburg Plate Glass Co. Atlantic Refining Co. Patton Mfg. Co. Bradstreet Mercantile Co. National Refining Co. Cleveland-Akron Bag Co. A. G. Spaulding Co. Bortou Borton Excelsior Candy Co. Bailey Co. Leopold Furniture Co. N. J. Rich Co. Halle Bros. Baker Electric Printz-Biederman Co. Columbia Mutual Lumber Co. Friebolin Byer Richmond Co. A. G. Gibson Co. Land Title Abstract Co. Mechanical Rubber Co. Cleveland Household Supply Co. 18 (Class ISjistnnj 1912 'TMIE history of our class dates back just three years ago, to the time when the High School of Commerce opened its doors to its first pupils. Prior to that time, we had been merely the scattered members of various high schools. The opening of “Commerce” meant much to us, as in this building, because of unity of purpose throughout the entire school, our special course of study would be emphasized. That disagreeable year of “Flat” insignificance most of us never experienced at dear old Commerce, hence our remembrances of school life here are all glowing with satisfaction. ITow important we did feel to be sure that first year, for now we were “sophs” and could look down on such mere infants as the “ freshies. ” We were not too over-bearing, however, for had we not once been “freshies” ourselves, but that day, of course, seemed a long time ago. Still the second year at high school is not altogether one of ease and our class, even as Sophomores, had trouble to meet. But after undergoing the tortures of Geometry and Essay Writing we finished our second year and then became full fledged Juniors. Our class has, however, among its numbers some who entered as first year pupils, but they are people of the ultra ambitious class. These by virtue of attending school four terms every year, will successfully finish the full high school course in three years. They never minded being called “Flats”! They were too busy to notice anything save their studies. When school opened in the fall of 1910 our class was there in full force, and my! what a proud feeling we had, for we were almost Seniors. As we were all deep in the mysteries of shorthand and the fascination of typewriting, the third year passed all too quickly. On February 16, 1911, we gave our Junior Informal, which proved a great success. In February of this year we lost seventeen members of our class who became seniors, but in turn we received a greater number of Sophomores who became Juniors. W’hen the year ended and the reports were received, many a time could be heard the question, “How many points have you got?” “Must you carry an extra subject?” and so on. Soon the records were all cleared up and those who had received forty-four credits were now Seniors. Seniors, the Class of the School; How much the word means, and how much the position demands! Work and more work, this year, has been our lot. After the Senior Class was organized, however, work was not everything. What times we did have in Senior meetings! The Kormaw and the Ecreinmoc Societies now became our special care, and in these we developd originality, especially during the initiation of new members. Informals and parties came in bunches. One party was hardly over when we heard rumors of the next. But Oh! those Senior dues! How absent-minded we became when they were to be collected. 20 During the winter 1911 and 1912, we were enlivened every now and then by a basket ball game, at which we paid our opponents back some old scores and came out high in the running. Taking everything in general, our years at Commerce High have been years of work mingled with pleasure. Each season has seen advancement in mental development; until as we near the end of our Senior year, we have reached the climax of knowledge: we now actually know how little we actually know. Our class has set many records, both in athletics and study. Of none are we more proud than of the work of the Debating Team. Let us hope the following classes will take pride in viewing the cup which we, the first three of Commerce’s classes have finally succeeded in securing. With the Class Day and Commencement speakers chosen, we are near the close of our school life. The spirit of our class has always been one of doing our best. Let this spirit be the main spring of our lives and let us be true to our motto as a class, “We can.” PEARL DELAHUNT, 1912. Eh? (Class fflill WE, the Class of Nineteen Twelve, being about to leave this sphere, and being in full possession of sound mind and good faculties do make and publish this, our last will and testament, thereby making void all previous wills made by us. Such estate as it has pleased the Fates to give us, we dispose of as follows: Item I: We give and bequeath to the underclassmen of the High School of Commerce, all agonies of examinations and the embarrassments of failures. Item II: We bequeath to our beloved sister, the class of “13”, the following: (al The name of Senior, and may she do honor to it. To all the other classes, we give the following advice: Look to “12” and be encouraged. Item III: The following list will be recognized as the rightful property of “12”, who being the rightful successors, propose to give to our heirs: (a) The Senior seats in Rooms 6 and 1, to which “Ye Juniors” the class of ’13, we hope will give due honor. Let each member show his gratitude by being in his seat at 8:30 A. M. (b) We bequeath the work and glory of precedence. May you set a good example to the under-classmen. Ttem IV: Senior Privileges—with the principal’s kind permission. These are too well understood to need detailing. Last Item: It is exceedingly hard for us to part with these old friends, Senior Economics, Law, and Banking. We might tell you something of these branches of lore, but we cannot do so without blasting your hopes and doing an injustice to these subjects of interest. 21 Besides these gifts, we leave, not of necessity, but of our own volition from henceforth, to the High School of Commerce, our blessing and pledge of friendship. If “Thirteen” gains half the profit and inspiration that we have found with Mr. Gehring in Room 6, this will be their precious possession, as it is ours. The remainder of our property, if any, we bequeath to Mr. Gehring, in return for the advice so often rendered. And we do hereby constitute and appoint the said Mr. Gehring, sole executor of this our last will and testament. In Witness Whereof. We the Class of Nineteen Twelve, the testators, have to this, our will, written in this book, set our hand and seal this 24th day of May, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred twelve. SARAH YOELSON, 1912. iFirst g rmor Sanrp ON the Third of November all senior girls appeared in light airy dresses, and the boys all had their suits pressed (some even had new ones.) The “Magic Hour” arrived, and we betook ourselves to lower regions (the gymnasium) with more speed than ceremony. As a warming up, several games were played. Among these was numbered “Progressive Peanuts.” This game was greatly enjoyed by the members of the Faculty who participated, but the younger portion of the crowd enjoyed eating the peanuts far better. Six o’clock and Supper seemed such a 1-o-n-g way off. Chicken, banana salad, ice cream and cake were very welcome by the time supper was announced. We marched to the prettily decorated dining room and were waited on like kings and queens, by charming waitresses, daintily attired and adorned with little white aprons. What happened next is hard to describe. The gymnasium floor was transformed from sticky wood to polished glass, and presently numberless forms were circling around and around. Perhaps Mr. Gehring’s left reverse might be mentioned here, as the cause of dizziness on the part of all of his partners. To speak in the mildest terms of this dance, we all had the “best time of our lives” as is proved by the fact that we needed all of the following Monday to talk the function over. FRIEDA LUCHT, 1912. 22 FLORENCE REILLY This little girl is Irish! No! But why then call her Pat! Because some person in a freak, Got up and named her that. CLYDE ENABLE He keeps bis eye on everything That happens 'round about, And always helps when needed As becomes a good Boys' Scout. EVA SMILL When she gets home 'ere six o’clock (With no exaggeration) Her mother thinks that Commerce High la out on a vacation. ELROY CRISTMAN To use bis head for big, long words This tall youth cannot bear So he needs must scratch upon his ear And muss his well-combed hair. ETHEL DEWAR As with a characteristic shrug She answers every query, Her tougue is given time to rest And so does not grow weary. 23 FLORENCE LUNTE A champion in several ways, Not typewriting alone. For oft as champion skater, she’s In Sunday papers shown. JOHN KOZMINSKY “Hard he laboured, long and well. META MOLITOR “They only the victory win, Who have fought a good fight. COURTNEY TURNEY In helping decorate the Gym, (Before we had a dance) He always got to cutting up Whene’er he had a chance. RUTH OSBORNE It really is a hopeless task, Or so it still appears, For her to train her willful hair Over her willful ears. 24 HELEN KRAUSS Who when she came on time Was greeted with surprise Because we all knew perfectly She hated to arise. GALE RAYBON From out his mouth there fell no pearls Or diamonds when he spoke— But, every time he loosed his tongue lie made a real, live joke. FLORENCE LAMB Birds are supposed to sing all day, And some e’en in the dark; But we know of a Lambkin's voice, Which beats that of the lark. ISAAC LIFSCIIITZ “One who never turned his back, but marched breast forward. FLORENCE EVANS In every condition, And all sorts of weather— Her smile proves her heart As light as a feather. 25 ALBINA GEIGER She takes, but to give again As the sea returns the rivers, in rain. ” STEVE SCHILLY “We who loved him, followed him, honored him. BERTHA KRAMER As funny as the day is long With always some new joke; A smile illumines her whole face Which nothing can provoke. RAYMOND REEHORST And lie himself was tall and thin With sharp blue eyes, each like a pin. GERTRUDE DOLAN She laughs until she’s told to stop: And then she starts all over Until the rest of us join in— And that is why we love her. 26 HAZEL WIECK O, who can tell what secrets lie Beneath that sunny brow? 'Tis left for everyone to guess, What is phe thinking now? WILLIAM NUTTING A veritable question box. That opens constantly; But for this he redeems himself By generosity. EDITH HOFFMAN Quite popular at Brookside Park With Minnie she will be: For don’t you know that peanuts crisp Are now her specialty? JOHN MHOHALY No tuft on cheek, nor beard on chin, But lips where smiles went out and in. ETHEL ROSENBERG Some folks with much audacity May call her suffraget. But how can this young lady vote, Who isn’t eighteen yet? 27 EDNA BORN “Calm as that second summer which Precedes the first fall of the snow.” EDWARD TUMA A. modern Hercules in size, As well as in his strength— 80 what is lacking in his width Is quite repaired by length. CAROLINE JARUS Through all the year ONE incident Alone, could quite upset her, And that was when none of the boys Would let her wear his sweater. WILLIAM MORRISON “He needs must balance his prone brow Oppressive with his mind.’’ SARAH YOELSON If Noah Webster could arise He'd surely be surprised, For Sarah Yoelson thinks ’twould pay To have his book revised I 28 OLGA WLECKE So small that in the smallest nook You easily could wedge her— Yet, she quite easily could prove Her individual ledger. OTTO BAKTUNEK Who, when be made our game reports And put in all the capers, Was sorely disappointed ’Cause they knocked us in the papers. AMANDA HEIMBERGER President, the second term Of Kormaw Club was she, And swiftly did the office fill Her mede of dignity. WALTER PETUSKA In missing spelling words, this boy A lasting record made. So—when the “after-school” class met He with much pleasure stayed. FANNIE KLEIN “With eourage, patience and with skill, She carries out the thought ‘I will’.” 29 GOLDIE THOW “Oh, and her genius put t.o scorn The proudest in the purple born.” HELEN MEYERS “0, true and tried so well and long From very weakness she seemed strong.'' LESTER SMITH When reading back his shorthand notes, His eyes would quite give out, So with his pencil for a cane He’d feel his way about. LOUISE HOEWENER “Thy voice sounds like a prophet's word, And foresees things, not yet occurred. ROSE RAVITCH “For she was jes’ the quiet kin' Whose natures never vary. Like streams that keep a summer mind Snow hid in Jenooary. ” 30 EVA HORTON “It's wiser being good than bad— And she is always good. MARIE CASEY Somebody I know Hopes one day for reputation. ’ ’ JOSEPH TRINAJSTIC Morning, evening, noon and nigh!, They praise him, every one. LAURA SATAVA Blue were her eyes like the fairy flax Her cheeks like the'dawn of day. FRIEDA LUCHT The girl, who wrote these verses true, And ne’er complained a bit We hope at least she ’ll please a few, With all this real, fine wit. (The Editors.) 31 ADA ROGERS A si range propensity she had For wearing bright red bows— But who can teJlf Perhaps they helped To brighten banking woes. MAURICE ZTPSER “lie listened not when people jabbered hard. But folded his two hands, and let them talk. ” ESTHER HEDTN Her voice is low, and she so tall That teachers, on their knees Must crane their weary necks to say, “Won't you speak louder, PLEASEf” JOE KONCANA Who, after taking salesmanship, Had learned to use no slang, Walked straight out of the room and said-“Oh, I don't give a hang! ELLA SCHROEDEK From girlhood back to babyland Without a word she goes, By just a motion of the hand, Or tilting of the nose. 32 EMMA APPLEBY Her name and checks are similar. Ab in them both arc seen Ripe, rosy apples, that perhaps Four years ago were green. ESTHER CROWE So small to all appearances, But peer beneath the skin And find out to your great surpris' The treasures hid within. HERMAN KAPLAN Two years ago in English class His voice was wont to shake, But now he gives orations grand Without a single break. JANET RIGGS Tis not because of bashfulness, Or lacking in repose, Quite naturally, when railed upon She blushes like a rose. SOPHIE CHARVAT In several special privileges Indulges this wee lass, The most important of which is, To fall asleep in class. 33 MERLE YESBERGER Not 80 much in her worthy head, That one could call her “wise”, But in her fingers are the brains Wherein her power lies. MORRIS KOLINSKI Why do the boy9 of Ecremmoc Paint him in such bright huest Well, he attends the meetings—and He always pays his dues. MARY KUTINA There are but few who with such ease, Can take things as they come, Without a murmur or regret Although the world looks glum. HOWARD RAUS A business man he sure will be, In this progressive age, Because he even looks like one When acting on the stage. FANNY HERTZ “O, honest face, which all well knew! O. tender heart, but known to few.” 34 ANNA FRYAUFF ‘ Roses arc her cheeks, And a rose her mouth. FRANCIS PALEVSKY In spite of all the learned have said, She gets her thoughts from her own head. edward McDermott At school he's calm and quiet, Id action somewhat slow; At home, when in his rightful sphere, All that he says must go. ANNA OBERG My life is like a summer rose That opens to the morning sky. FLORENCE HEUPEL This girl decided not to live— but know. 35 ANNA KORBEL She finds her joy in others’ smiles And so she spends the day— In cheering up her gloomy friends And driving blues away. JOANNA IRVINE Her life has many a hope and aim. Duties enough and little cares.” FRANCIS BETT Was quite adept at chewing gum (At least upon the stage,) Whereat bis play-employer Exhibited much rage.” CHRISTINE EGGLESTON A perfect senior, proud and wise, Who always paid her dues, And never once came late to class Or earned the hated ”U's”. ALICE CLARK ‘ Her every tone is music ’a own Like those of morning birds. ’ ’ 36 LILLIAN SZCZYTKOWSKI A great longing for peppermints Possesses all our hearts When to the store at twelve o'clock This candy lover starts. IRENE GUENTZLER With all that knowledge burdened sore, And 'tis a mighty yoke— She still finds time to smile her smile And crack her little joke. THOMAS MURPHY Of everything he forms a part And plays the leading role, Because he is so capable And well liked on the whole. MARGRET GROSSER A young lady who during law, Will stick to her opinion As well as in the Spanish class— Her own, her right dominion. ETHEL KILFOYLE There’s one thing we can say of her She writes so perfectly That conscientious Mr. Creig Can bless her with an E. 37 TILLIE WEISS At. all the ball games she was heard To yell with so much noise That many, who were near her say— She drowned the Rooter Boys. ESTHER GORIE There should a wreath be woven To tell the world her worth.’’ ANDREW ROLLER He shoulders care quite willingly, And knows how things are done— He goes at them with one grand rush Until the goal is won. DORIS KLEIN Sweet piece of bashful maiden art! With a pure soul and purer heart. EDNA COMER Let others delight in new pleasures to roam, But give me, oh give me, the pleasures of home. ’ ’ 38 WENDELL LONG “There in his place he did rejoice Self centered in his prophet mind.” MABEL GROVES • ‘ Tho ’ one should smite her on the cheek And on the mouth, she will not speak. SAGE ROSE ARTHUR THACKER “ He was full of jokes and jest He tranquilly insists upon deciding And oft his merry quips were heard. for himself. WALTER WEEL “Prom out his throbbing heart a power Broke, like the rainbow from a shower. HARRY GOLDMAN “His open eyes desire the truth, The wisdom of a thousand years. RUBY ECKERMAN “Every line and glance of thine Is a picture, most divine. WALTER KOMBER “His kind eye seemed full of A kind content to all. FERDINAND MEYERS “And nobody could enough admire The tall man in his dark attire. OTTO HEIL “History is lurid with the wasting fires of his madness. PEARL DELAHUNT When fifteen minutes she's allowed To take from German class. She eats her lunch with so much ease That fifteen more may pass. FLORENCE SPERNOGA “How faintly flushed, how phantom fair. With her bright eyes and sunny hair. JOHN VOBORNIK “And thou art worthy: full of power; All gentle; liberal minded, great. 39 Eli? Annual tBnarfc in a EljriUing Snftian Eragebg Entitle %i ? tyvaa $vpt' CAST OF CHARACTERS. Thomas, Murphy. Ring Leader.................. Margret Grosser, An Ideal Business Woman . Pearl Delahunt, Descendant of the Iroquois .. Courtney Turney, A Busy Secretary ........... Frieda Lucht, Just An Indiau ................ Amanda Heimburger, A Harmless Villainness Otto Bartunek, A Sportsman .................. Gale Raybon, A Personified Joke ............. Ella Sehroeder, A Faithful Squaw ............ Florence Ott, A Lovable Maiden .............. Homer Twitchell, A Court Favorite ........... Lionel Russon, A Vertiable Jeff ............. Harvey Class, A Boy in Knickerbockers .. Betty Chlad, Member of an Eastern Tribe) Mr. Gehring, The Money Man ) Mr. Griffith, A Speech Maker) Mr. Heald, A Mystery ........................ Miss Amidon, A Precise Character ............ Miss Ely, A Willing Helper................... ...A Chief with Many Cares. ..............Chief’s Standby. ..............A Fortune Teller. ............The Medicine Man. ......She Speaks for Herself. ............Decorator of Tents. ..........A Sharp-Eyed Spy. .........An Exiled Warrior. ...Chief’s Wife, Silver Moon. .......Silver Moon’s Satellite. ...............Big Basketballo. ..........Twin to Basketballo. .....The Only Two Papooses. The Cause of All the Trouble. ..............The Absent One. .................Smiling Face. ......A Friend of the Family. Scene—Room 23, H. S. of C. Time—3:15 P. M. to 4:00 P. M. Act I. An Aspect of General Contentment. Act II. Scene 1. Entrance of the Trouble Makers. Sceue 2. A Murderous Tongue Lashing. Act III. Smiling Face Searches for the Peace Pipe. (In Robert’s Rules of Order.) Act IV. Big Chief Finds the Missing Article. Act V. Peace Restored. 40 Slip Put HE whole tribe, less the Absent One, and the Trouble Makers, had gath- ered about the camp fire to discuss the momentous question as to whether or not the Eastern portion of the Tribe were to have their work intermingled with ours, in the annual “Shooting Match.” This having been favorably decided, we turned our faces toward the western horizon, and were seriously thinking of adjourning, when the shadows of the Speech Maker and the Money Man were reflected on the trail. Their faces spoke of conflict within. After exchanging grunts around, we waited. And then “it happened.” Very soon a grand discussion was in full sway between the two latest arrivals, concerning the price of last year’s engraving. (Not that it is any of our business, only it pays to know a few things.) The Speech Man: “There is nothing that makes a book more pleasing to the eye than numberless tail pieces, and numerous headings. My dear Boy!” The Boy probably caused the next. The Money Man: “But, My Child, all these things cost MONEY, and that is exactly what we haven’t got!” At this the villaiuess piped in, “Why not have a Candy Sale?” but her voice was drowned in the clatter. Smiling Face is getting decidedly bored. When Big Chief could be heard above the din. he roared: “Mr. Ditmer has an account of all the expenditures and you can easily get any information you want from him.” Instantly the aspect of things was changed, and the two Trouble Makers, (they sat side by side), slapped each other on the shoulders and LAUGHED. Everybody else wondered why. As the result of an arduous search the peace pipe had been discovered, behind an adjacent pine tree, (the radiator) where it had taken refuge when the fray began. When the smoke from the many different nostrils blended into a harmonious whole, somewhere near the ceiling, the ideas of the several minds indicated a desire for HOME. And then-----We adjourned. 41 FRIEDA LUCIIT, 1912. So $nriiir BE not like the Pessimistic Locust, who, when the world is glad, talks of sorrow and grief. Look not to the past dreaming over what might have been, but be the Optimistic Willow, for while the wintry blast is still blowing, he speaks in rejoicing words of the coming of Spring. Speak not of sorrow; there is enough grief in this great world. Talk happiness and you shall overcome, with comparative ease, the difficulties in your Life’s Road. Talk faith and you shall have faith; talk health and you shall have health. “There are two kinds of people on this earth, today, Just two kinds of people, no more, I say; The kinds of people on earth, I mean Are the people who lift and the people who lean.” Which are you? In this world of ours, there is only one lifter to twenty who lean. 0, Seniors, be not of the greater class, but share your portion of labor and care and worry. If you can make some sad lip smile, make some one burden less, or ease some troubled heart, then life has been worth while. So, my friends, when you go out into your Life’s Road, look not to yourself alone, think of others, their happiness, their sorrow and their pains, and you shall be successful on your Road of Travel. “This were my wish! from thy life's beginning Let be what has been! wisdom planned the whole; Thy want, thy woe, thy errors, and thy sinning, All, all were needed lessons for thy soul.” —MARGRET GROSSER. Nirknamrs, Jatunitr Sayings anfc ©ffires FLORENCE REILLEY. “Pat.” “Ye gods and little fishes.” Secretary Senior Class, Fall and Summer Terms. CLYDE ENABLE. “Derby.” “Quit maltin’ me laugh.” Treasurer Senior Class, Spring Term. Ecremmoc. 42 EVA SMILL. “Tanguay.” “Oh, shucks.” Vice-President Kormaw, Fall Term. ELROY CHRISTMAN. “ Tchabod.” “For the love of Mike.” Treasurer Ecremmoc, Winter Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Winter Term. Vice-President Ecremmoc, Spring Term. Orchestra. Commencement. ETHEL DEWAR. “Sis.” “Ain’t that so, huh?” Kormaw. FLORENCE LUNTE. “Flo.” “Oh, dear.” President Kormaw, Summer Term. Vice-President Senior Class, Fall Term and Sum-Term. Class Day. JOHN KOZMINSKY. “Kazie.” “Aw, we should worry.” Ecremmoc. META MOLITOR. “Di.” “Oh, dear.” Vice-President Girls’ Glee Club. Kormaw. COURTNEY TURNEY. “Fay.” “Some kid, eh?” Executive Committee Senior Class, Winter Term. Sergeant-at-Arms Ecremmoc, WTinter Term. Annual Board. Class Day. RUTH OSBORNE. “Rufus.” “Deliver me.” Sergeant-at-Arms Kormaw, Spring Term. 43 HELEN KRAUSS. “Kraussie.” ‘ ‘ Oh, you 're crazy. ’ ’ Executive Committee Korrnaw, Summer Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Summer Term. GALE RAYBON. “Chickey.” “Get me, kid?” Treasurer Senior Class, Winter Term. Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Winter Term. Treasurer Ecremmoc, Spring Term. Annual Board. FLORENCE LAMB. “Lammy.” “It is too.” Vice-President Senior Class, Winter Term. Executive Committee Korrnaw, Winter Term. Girls' Glee Club. Class Day. ISAAC LIFSCHITZ. “Issie.” “How's business.” Ecremmoc. FLORENCE EVANS. “Floss.” “That makes it nice, don’t it?” Korrnaw. ALBINA GEIGER. “Beany.” “Oh, Bologna.” Korrnaw. STEVE SCHILLY. “Stubb.” “Well, it auto be.” Olenville-Lincoln Debates. Class Day. BERTHA KRAMER. “Flip.” “Got any gum?” Sergeant-at-Arms Korrnaw, Summer Term. 44 RAYMOND REEHORST. 4 ‘ Racehorse. ’ ’ “Jiminy Crickets ’ Ecremmoc. GERTRUDE DOLAN. “Irish.” “Do tell.” Kormaw. HAZEL WIECK. “Wick.” “Oh. piffles.” Executive Committee Senior Class, Winter Term. Girls’ Glee Club. Kormaw. WILLIAM NUTTING. “Buzz.” “Get me, Jimmy?” Sergeant-at-Arms Senior Class, Winter Term. Sergeant-at-Arms Ecremmoc, Winter Term. Secretary Ecremmoc. Spring Term. Class Day. EDITH HOFFMAN. “Edie.” “Oh, Gee.” Executive Committee Kormaw, Winter Term. Vice-President Senior Class, Spring Term. JOHN MROHALY. “Dimples.” “Come out of it.” Ecremmoc. ETHEL ROSENBERG. “Rosie.” 44Oh, joy, it gives me a pain.” Sergeant-at-Arms Kormaw, Winter Term. Class Day. EDNA BORN. “Eddie.” “Really.” Kormaw. 45 Girls’ Glee Club. EDWARD TUMA. “Fat.” “ Anybody that don’t buy a tag, ought to be shot. Sergeant-at-Arms Senior Class, Summer Term. Treasurer Ecremmoc, Fall Term. Base Ball. CAROLINE JARUS. ' “Carrie. “Urn, bebby. Secretary Kormaw, Fall Term. WILLIAM MORRISON. “Billy. “It’s like this, fellows. Glenville-Lincoln Debates. SARAH YOELSON. “Reel. “I haven’t any. Secretary Kormaw, Winter Term. Commencement. OLGA WLECKE. “Ottie. “I thought I’d die. Secretary Senior Class, Winter Term. Kormaw. OTTO BARTUNEK. “Barty. “Sometime next week, but not now. Secretary Ecremmoc, Fall Term. Executive Committe Senior Class, Fall Term. President Senior Class, Winter Term. President Ecremmoc, Winter Term. Manager Foot Ball. Annual Board. AMANDA HEIMBERGER. “Mandy Lane. “That’s Scrumptious. President Kormaw, Winter Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Winter Term. Annual Board. WALTER PETUSKA. “Peanuts. “Do you want to sec sparks? Vice-President Ecremmoc, Summer Term. Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Fall Term. 46 FANNIE KLEIN. “Fan.” “Go on!” Kormaw. GOLDIE THOW. “Dick.” “Oh, you great big—” Vice-President Kormaw, Spring Term. FERDINAND MEIER. “Meierlein.” Ecremmoc. Orchestra. Class Day. LESTER SMITH. “Curly.” “Oh, Heck.” Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Winter Term. LOUISE IIOEWNER. “Strawberry Blonde.” “You little brat.” Girls’ Glee Club. Kormaw. ROSE RAVITCH. “Rosie.” “Give them all my best love.” Kormaw. EVA HORTON. “Tanguay.” “I don’t know.” Kormaw. MARIE CASEY. “Casey.” “Take that from an Irishman.” Kormaw. JOSEPH TRINAJSTIC. “Joe.” “Gimme my apple.” Ecremmoc. LAURA SATAVA. “Larry.” “Now do you get me?” Girls' Glee Club. 47 Kormaw. FRIEDA LUCHT. “Fritzi.” “I don’t care.” “That man!” Executive Committee Kormaw, Fall Term. Vice-President Kormaw, Winter Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Fall Terra. President Girls’ Glee Club. Annual Board. Commencement. ADA ROGERS. “Chicken.” “I’ll do that.” Vice-President Athletic Association. Kormaw. MAURICE ZIPSER. “Zippie.” “Aw, fish.” Eeremmoc. ESTHER HEDIN. “Dups.” “Swell business.” Kormaw. JOE KONCANA. “Tincana.” “Aw, lemme alone.” Secretary Eeremmoc, Winter Term. Executive Committee Eeremmoc, Spring Term. ELLA SCIIROEDER. “Billy.” “You!” Girls’ Glee Club. Kormaw. Annual Board. EMMA APPLEBY. “Emmer.” “What is it?” Treasurer Kormaw, Spring Term. ESTHER CROWE. “Dettie.” “Oh, Glory, I don’t know.” Treasurer Kormaw, Summer Term. 48 HERMAN KAPLAN. “Kap.” “It looks like this to me.” Executive Committee Senior Class, Summer Term. Glenville Debate. Ecremmoc. Commencement. JANET RIGGS. “Jane.” “Oh, you chicken.” Executive Committee Kormaw, Spring Term. SOPHIE CHARVAT. “Little One.” “Well-ah.” Treasurer Kormaw, Fall Term. MERLE YESBERGER. “Pug.” “Lordy! Lordy!” Girls’ Glee Club. Kormaw. MORRIS KOLINSKI. “Kollins.” “Come on, let’s start something.” Sergcant-at-Arms Senior Class, Spring Term. Ecremmoc. MARY KUTINA. “Sis.” “Beans.” Kormaw. HOWARD RADS. “Turk.” “Tomorrow.” Sergeant-at-Arms Ecremmoc, Fall and Summer Term. Foot Ball. FANNY HERTZ. “Fanquita.” “Thank you.” Kormaw’. 49 ANNA FRYAUFF. “Dimples.” “Quit your kiddin'.” Kormaw. FRANCESPALEVSKY. “Polly.” “Oh, dear.” Kormaw. edward McDermott. “Mack.” “Duck, Masek is looking for you.” Secretary Ecrcmmoc, Summer Term. Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Fall Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Summer Term. Orchestra. ANNA OBERG. “Gentle Ann.” “Now you are talking.” Kormaw. FLORENCE HEUPEL. “Flossie.” “I don’t know.” Sergeant-at-Arms Kormaw, Fall Term. ANNA KORBEL. “Mouse.” “Sure.” Kormaw. JOANNA IRVINE. “Joe.” “For pity sake.” Kormaw. FRANCIS BETT. “Bessie.” “I’ll tell my ma.” Vice-President Ecremmoc. Fall Term. Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Spring Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Fall Term. 50 CHRISTINE EGGLESTON. “Chris.” Vice-President Kormaw, Summer Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Fall Term. Commencement. ALICE CLARK. “Ben.” “Go sit on a tack.” Kormaw. Girls’ Glee Club. LILLIAN SZCZYTKOWSKI. “Patsy.” “Oh, now I see it.” Kormaw. IRENE GUENTZLER. “Cupid.” “Let George do it.” Executive Committee Kormaw, Spring Term. Commencement. THOMAS MURPHY. “Murph.” “Just a minute.” Executive Committee Senior Class, Fall Term. Vive-President Ecremmoc, Winter Term Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Spring Term. President Athletic Association. Annual Board. President Senior Class, Spring Term. Glenville-Lineoln Debates. Commencement. MARGRET GROSSER. “Peggy.” “Is that so?” Executive Committee Kormaw. Fall and Winter Terms. Executive Committee Senior Class, Spring Term. Secretary Kormaw, Spring Term. Annual Board. Commencement. ETHEL KILFOYLE. “Nibbs.” “I’ll be jiggered.” Secretary Senior Class, Spring Term. Executive Committee Kormaw, Spring Term. 51 TILLIE WEISS. “Freckles.” “Tell me.” President Kormaw, Fall Term. Class Day. ESTHER GORIE. “Beth.” “Get me?” Kormaw. ANDREW ROLLER. “Chief.” “I know too much to pass.” DORIS KLEIN. “Dorie.” “Good-night.” Kormaw. EDNA COMER. “Ed.” “My goodness.” Kormaw. ARTHUR THACKER. “Ham.” “Well that was good, wasn’t it fellows?” President Senior Class, Fall Term. President Eeremmoc, Summer Term. Treasurer Eeremmoc, Summer Term. Foot Ball. OTTO HEIL. “Heels.” “I’ll never get there.” Treasurer Senior Class, Fall Term. Executive Committee Eeremmoc, Fall Term. Commencement. PEARL DELAHUNT. “Prell.” “For the land's sake.” Treasurer Kormaw, Winter Term. Annual Board. MABLE GROVES. “Grovsey.” “Gee Whiz.” Kormaw. fi2 WENDELL LONG. “Shorty.” “Butch.” “How about it, kid?” President Ecremraoc, Spring Term. Executive Committee Senior Class, Fall Term. SAGE ROSE. “Rosie.” “Oh, well, it might have been worse.” Executive Committee Ecremmoc, Spring Term. WALTER WE EL. “ Weel.” “Lordy.” Sergeant-at-Arms Senior Class, Winter Term. Sergeant-at-Arms Ecremmoc, Spring Term. Annual Board. HARRY GOLDMAN. “Goldie.” “Gee whiz.” Ecremmoc. RUBY ECKERMAN. “Ruben.” “Listen.” Korraaw. HELEN MYERS. “Hecate.” “Oh, Shucks.” President Kormaw, Spring Term. FLORENCE SPERNOGA. “Spaghetti.” “Aw, gawan.” President Kormaw, Summer Term. Girls’ Glee Club. JOHN VOBORNIK. “Tell it to Sweeney.” Ecremmoc. WALTER KOMBER. “Walt.” “Who said so?” 53 pninr (fianig § alr 117' EDNESDAY of the week preceding January 22, there appeared at High School of Commerce a placard, bearing notices such as, “Save your pennies for January 22.” “The Seniors will show us their candy making ability Monday,” and others equally as attractive. The posters in themselves were works of art and vied in originality with the advertising circulars written by the English class. The advertisements proved a great drawing card, for if they were so excellent what must be the candy which they advertised! In consequence of the great expectations raised, excitement was intense. During recitations “meditation lapses” were of frequent occurrence, and between classes everybody was wondering and talking about the sweet announcements. Well, at last the important day arrived, for no matter what has been promised, all remember that the “proof of the pudding is in the eating.” So when bulky packages were hustled through the halls by important and dignified looking seniors, every individual pupil in school realized that he had a sweet tooth, and that tooth needed attention forthwith. Of course, from the time that the first candy box was sighted, everybody was anxiously awaiting the 11:30 bell to test the contents of those valuable packages. Between the third and fourth periods, the sweets were put on display in pretty gold and white booths built at the east and west ends of the lower hall. But the wonderful display of real home-Senior-madc candy, although ready for the exhibit, was not permitted to be seen by the coming customers until the psychological moment—the ringing of the bell for lunch. With the sound of the dinner gong great was the hurry and scurry at each end of the hall. It required the efforts of the two waitresses and one waiter in each booth to attend to the crowd of customers. But selling was pleasant, especially when the buyers were so easily satisfied, and all enjoyed the great rush of business. From the one cent peanut bars to the fifty cent boxes of candy, everything was disposed of by 12:30 P. M. This rapidity of sales can hardly be equalled considering the amount to be disposed of. It certainly showed the Seniors well drilled in salesmanship. Then, better than all. the sale not only yielded a good profit, but at the same time it afforded pleasure to the Seniors and the School. From one hundred to one hundred fifty pounds were sold, and $23 were realized. TILLIE C. WEISS, 1912. 54 Skria from ( ur ttiars Name. Discarded. Adopted. Anna Oberg Blushes Seriousness Frances Palevsky Curls Hair pins Meta Molitor Old friends Speed on the typewriter Helen Myers Studying Library books Fanny Klein Front seats Independence Rose R-avitch Giggling Dignity Laura Satava Smiles An allowance Lillian Szczytkowski Chewing gum Red sweater Goldie Thow Initiation Velvet bows Fanny Hertz Comdra Club Dancing Louise Hoewener High collars Curl Doris Klein Whispering Long walks Mary Kutina High heeled shoes Nose glasses Alice Clark Flirting Spring suit Gertrude Grady Rubbers Matinees Albina Geiger Lunch A family crest Ruby Eckerman Car fare Spelling Edna Comer Obedience Teasing Edna Born Rats Sleeping out doors Esther Gorie Reciting Hair nets Merle Yesberger Skipping school Strict attention Frieda Lucht Repartee The senior boys Ethel Rosenberg Temper Teaching German Florence Lamb Perfume Grand opera Margret Grosser Late hours White plumes Eleanor Matchett Awkwardness Sweets Florence Lunte Hair, ribbons Skating medals Marie Casey Sarcasm Politeness Helen Krause Reporting to Room 6 Collar stays Ethel Dewar The “Blues” Answering advertisements Pearl Dclahunt Extra studies A position Hazel Wieck Cosmetics Waiting Amanda Heimberger Debating Cartooning Florence Evans Reading Mrs. Maxwell Banking Esther Iledin Getting permits Crocheting Gertrude Dolan Frills Acting Ethel Kilfoyle Whistling A high coiffure Olga Wlecke Slang Concentration Ada Rogers Sunday night callers Church work Edith Hoffman Writing notes Cooking Sarah Yoelson Bangs Elocution 55 Same. Discarded. Adopted Janet Riggs Winking New desk Eva Smill Baby dresses Belts Caroline Jams C 111 Math. Good looks Tillie Weiss Three months’ work A varsity sweater Sophie Charvat Meditation Nine hours’ sleep Florence lleupel Eating candy Grape nuts Emma Appleby Braids Rosy cheeks Irene Guentzler Being expelled Silence Joanna Irvine Loneliness Crowds Mable Groves Loud talking A megaphone Clara Loomis Her beau Second soprano Eva Horton Others' business Her own Florence Reilly Senior office Running Christine Eggleston Letters Business Bertha Kramer Dolls Long skirts Esther Crowe 8:30 bells Coming at noon Alliterations Emma Appleby always aims airily. Francis Bett, banker, bangs “Bach” beautifully. Esther Crowe can cut classes courageously. Gertrude Dolan desires daily “doings”. Florence Evans eats edibles every evening. Herbert Fix feels frigid frequently. Irene Guentzler gains goodness gradually. Eva Horton happily holds “His” heart. Johanna Irvine is improving immensely in industry. Caroline Jams just jabbers jokingly. Joseph Koncana cannot cook curly cabbage correctly. Florence Lamb loves learning little. “Bill” Nutting needs no nutty nutritive. Anua Oberg often overeats on olives. Walter Petuska punishes prunes prudently. Janet Riggs reaps remarkable riches rapidly. Lester Smith shows signs signals successfully. Arthur Thacker turns triumphantly towards typewriting. Tillie Weiss wanders wearily when walking. Merle Yesberger yawned yearningly yesterday. 56 atu r Alphabet A is for Albertson, friendly to all. Appleby, too, who does nothing small. 13's for Bartunek, a sturdy young lad, Also for Bett. He never feels sad. C is for Charvat, who’s mild and demure, And also for Crowe, in banking she’s sure. D stands for Dolan; for De la War too: For Delahunt also, kindly and true. E is for Evans, so modest and mild, For Eggleston also; she was wise when a child. F is for Fox; Earl is his name. He feels at home in a foot ball game. G is for Gabel, for Grosser and Groves, Guentzler, too, whom everyone loves. II stands for Heimberger, for Hedin and Heil, For Hoffman and Heupel. These people all smile. I is for “Ieh’ Christman’s his name, He closely resembles Ichabod Crane. J’s for Jares, happy and gay, Not an example of work and no play. K is for Kaplan and Korbel and Kirk, Katz and Koncana. They all love (?) to work. K’s also for Ivilfoyle, for Kramer and Krauss; Our K’s are such strong ones they bring down the house. L is for Lamb, a young girl who sings; For Lucht, it stands also; she hasn’t yet wings. L’s also for Lunte, happy and fair: For Long and for Loomis; their sayings arc rare. M stands for McDermott, a stenographer, he; For Murphy, who will a great orator be. 57 N is for Nutting, our senior so cute, Who came to the dance in a new spring suit. 0 is for Oberg, who can’t you see, Is trying a teacher of banking to be. P is for Petuska, without ever a care, He never even thinks of parting his hair. Q is for question, we all know it well. The one in our test we tripped on and fell. R is for Rosenberg, for Riggs, and for Rose, Raus, Rogers and Reilly as every one knows. R’s also for Raybon, the second team’s ‘cap’: Who made his team work with vigor and snap. S stands for Smill, a mild senior lass; For Smith, who a ‘stenog’ will be if he pass. T is for Thacker, witty and wise, For Tuma, whose worth ought to win him a prize. T’s also for Turney. Of them there are two; Of such handsome young people we find very few. IT is for UNION. In this we grow strong: With it as our slogan we’d never go wrong. V is for vacation, which soon will be here, The one best time of all the school year. W is for Wieck, Wlecke and Weiss. Also for Weel, whose hair looks real nice. X is an unknown. For failures ’twill stand. May its value be zero. It is much in demand. Y is for Yesberger, charming to meet. Also for Yeolson, in debate sure to beat. Z is for Zipser, so smart and so small He’s seldom seen ‘hanging around’ in the hall. THOMAS ALBERTSON, 1912. 58 9?nuir (Elaaa ©Surra SUMMER TERM. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Sergeant-at-Arms .... George Hach Arthur Thacker FALL TERM. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Sergeant-at-Arms Florence Reilly Otto Heil WINTER TERM. President ......................Otto Bartunek Vice-President .................Florence Lamb Secretary ......................Olga Wlecke Treasurer........................ Gale Raybon Sergeant-at-Arms................Walter Weel William Nutting SPRING TERM. President........ Vice-President .. Secretary ....... Treasurer........ Sergeant-at-Arms Thomas V. Murphy ... .Edith Hoffman .....Ethel Kilfoyle ......Clyde Enable ..Elroy Christman (Elaaa Daij p?ah?ra Ella Schroeder Florence Lamb Steve Schilley Courtney Turney William Nutting Florence Lunte Ethel Rosenberg Tillie Weiss (Exmtmntrrmrnt prakrra Frieda Lucht Irene Guentzler Margret Grosser Herman Kaplan Elroy Christman Christine Egleston Sarah Yoelson Otto Heil Thomas V. Murphy 59 60 ®ljr Sjtijl) of (fiommrrrp terturr (fiouroe THE lecture course this year has been one of unusual interest and profit. The aim has been to secure speakers who had real messages to bring— who could speak out of the fullness of their experience in the various occupations of life. The speakers came without expense to the school and freely gave their valuable time, bringing to us not only wealth of knowledge, but inspiration that awakened the highest ambition for best things. A pleasant innovation has been the change to the morning hour for rhetorical exercises when every one is fresh and can properly appreciate the good things offered. Cast your eye over the list of the following speakers and subjects. Do you know of any better lecture course or a more diversified list of Asst. Prin. Hoover—“History of the Phonograph.” The Ilaviland Boys’ Band—Concert. City Forester, Mr. Geo. Rettig—“Care of Trees.” Mr. S. R. Hoover—“Back to the Farm.” Chas. W. Toland—“How a Case is Tried in Court.” Capt. V. Beahan—“Railroad Building in the Far West.” Mr. R. E. Lewis—“The War in China.” Hon. Paul Howland—“How Laws are Made in Congress.” Mr. C. A. Vogt, Auditor American Steel Wire—“History of American Steel .Wire Corporation.” Mr. W. S. Hayden—“How the Brokerage Business is Conducted.” Rev. Dr. W. W. Bustard—“Lessons from the Base Ball Diamond.” Rev. Dr. A. B. Meldrum—“Scotland and the Scots.” Mrs. Frank McGibbeny—Reading. E. R. Wright, Editor Leader,—“How a Great Newspaper is Made.” Superintendent J. F. Jackson—“Helpful Charities.” Mr. Victor Sincere, Mgr. Bailey Co.—“Business Qualifications.” Benjamin H. Chapin—Impersonation Abraham Lincoln. Morning, Rev. Avery A. Shaw—“A Life or a Living.” Afternoon, Hon. John Barrett, Director General Pan-American Union. Mr. Ezra Brudno, Author—“Ideals in Education.” Mr. W. R. Rose, Editor Plain Dealer—“Humor in Newspaper Wbrk.” Mr. Albert J. Leitch—“How to Succeed.” Arbor Day, Louise Klein Miller—“Home Gardening.” Presentation of Trophy Cup, Lamar T. Bcman. President Chas. F. Thwing, Western Reserve University. 61 subjects ? September 15, 29, October 6, it 13, i i 20, November 3, 4 • 10, 1 « 17, 4 4 24, December 8, 14 15, January 5, 44 32, 44 19, 4 i 26, February 9. 44 16, March 1, 44 8, 4 4 8, 44 15, 4 4 22, 44 29, April 12, it 19, 4 4 26, In connection with these addresses we are indebted to the following persons for musical numbers: Miss Haidee Hoover, Piano. Boys’ Haviland Band, Concert. Miss Esther Morton. Whistling Solo. Miss Anna Dexter, Vocal Solo. H. S. C. Girls’ Glee Club. H. S. C. Orchestra. The Molitor Sisters, Piano. Miss Vera Van Wormer, Piano. Master Challinor, Violin. Master William Hruby, Cello. Mr. Edward Goldberg, Violin. Miss Elizabeth Brinsmade, Piano. Master Emanuel Stiel, Cornet. Miss Ruth Skeel, Soloist. Master Edward Narovec, Cornet. Mrs. Harry Fussner, Vocal Solo. Master Davy Conners, Vocal Solos. Miss Rose Peach, Vocal Solos. Mr. J. 0. Manville, Vocal Solos. It is interesting to note in reference to the distinguished gentleman, Hon. John Barrett, who honored our school with his presence and gave such an inspiring address, that he was first appointed U. S. Minister to Siam by President Cleveland in 1894, when he was but 26 years old and only four years out of college, which position he held till 1898. His subsequent appointments were as follows: Special Commissioner to the Philippines and China, 1898-9. Commissioner General of Foreign Affairs of St. Louis World’s Fair, making a trip around the world in 1901-2. United States Minister to Argentine Republic, 1908-4. United State Minister to Panama, 1904-5. United States Minister to Columbia, 1905-6. Director General of Pan-American Union, 1907. He is by virtue of this position the International Officer of twenty-one nations. 62 ®reat (finwato of “(ttammpm A CRUSADE has been started at. the High School of Commerce headed by Mr. Harrison, Miss Amidon, Mr. Weber, and twenty-three other faithful officers. The entire forces, it is thought, will amount to 500 or more before the next three months are over. The excitement is waxing strong and everybody is enlisting. The object of this is not to rescue the Holy Sepulcher from infidel hands but to rescue Spelling from the threatening state it has fallen into. The uprising was started at a teachers’ meeting, when Mr. Harrison mentioned spelling and immediately a heated discussion took place, the result of which was that a committee, of those previously named, was appointed. Several councils of war were held and the result was the establishment of an auxiliary spelling class. The first great battle of words was fought in room 6, Tuesday, January 9th; neither army accomplished much and the forces were withdrawn at about 3:45. The second battle showed improvements: the wounds inflicted by the enemy were few and far between while those made by the crusaders were more numerous, and some of the latter even emerged from the battle without a scar, displaying large trophies of victory, marked “100”. Volunteers are enlisting daily and the array, which at first consisted of about twenty-five who were drafted, has now grown considerably. Although not everybody can take an active part, all students are booming the cause among themselves and it is thought our forces will surely win in the end. There are several strong warriors amongst the opposing forces, however, such as General Carelessness, who always is in the front ranks and who with his closest associates Major Inseparable, Colonel Phenomenon, Corporal Scourge, Lieutenant Tyranny and others, do mast of the damage. And these are the ones we are attacking with added vim. The committee has decided that besides those volunteers, that are continually enlisting, some shall be drafted every month for a certain time, most likely until the number is sufficient to conquer the enemy. A recruiting station has been opened in room 23; all that is demanded of a recruit is that he shall keep his eyes open for signs of the enemy at all times, that he shall report once a week for the encounter on Tuesdays. Among the enemies’ lines there are a few two-faced fellows such as Private ei, and ie, ea, and ae. These fellows are downing our men right and left but they never stay down: they will rise and try the second, third and even the fourth time until they succeed, as this is the only way to treat such fellows. Mr. Harrison is helping to solve the problem of how to do away with these enemies by giving daily drill in sentences containing these and other combinations. 63 Our army fights with various formations, the solid phalanx or the hollow square being the favorite modes, but however we fight, and whenever the contest, a slight advance is gained, and it is prophesied that out of the High School of Commerce Twentieth Century Crusade will grow a movement that will revolutionize the spelling of the English speaking world.. HENRY REICH. 1912. A Popular Srarhrr ON Friday, February 16th, the teachers and pupils were sorry to learn that Mr. J. Earl Griffiths, the head of our Art Department, and for the past three years one of the advisory members of the Annual Board, was about to leave us. He is to take a position in a similar school at Newark, New Jersey. “Commerce” will feel his loss greatly. Our Annuals are in all points second to none of their class, and the Art work produced under Mr. Griffith’s guidance has made them objects of great admiration. He has established the Art Department on such an excellent basis that it will always be a strong division of our curriculum. His genial manner and ready assistance has made him many friends and as a teacher he was loved by all his pupils. We wish to congratulate his new friends on securing his services, knowing what an invaluable man they are getting. We shall never forget our old friend Mr. Griffiths, and we w'ish him every success in his new surroundings. Miss Ely will take the place of Mr. Griffiths on the Annual Board and with her excellent advice the Art work in the Annual will maintain its usual high standard. THOMAS V. MURPHY, Editor. 64 ®uirnltFtlr (Century problem prrarntri) bg Nmtpmbpr, 19 H. (grahuatra CHARACTERS. (As they appear.) Mr. Greatheart, Principal H. S. of C.......... Miss Able, Secretary ......................... Mr. Law, Assistant Principal ................. Miss Justice, Assistant Principal ............ Office Boy .................................. Mr. Stearn, Business Man ..................... Miss Bright, Stenographer .................... Frank Williams Mike Kelly Boys Seeking Position ... Hans Gugenheimer ) J. P. Morgan ................................. Grumble, The Shipping Clerk .................. Mr. Bingham, Contractor ..................... Laura Careful, Secretary ..................... Ethel ) Charlie Typewriters ........................ Lizzie ) Miss Fluff, Seeking a Job ................... Office Boy ................................... Messenger..................................... Chorus ................................ .Edward Turn a. Florence Reilly. ,. .Lester Smith. Florence Luutc. ..........Otto Ileil. ..... Helen Krause. Francis Bett. Edward Gabel. Edward McDermott. ........ Howard Raus. ..........A. Thacker. .....Arthur Thacker. .Christine Eggleston. Esther Crowe. F. Bett. Bertha Kramer. ...........H. Krause. .......Lester Smith. Otto Bartunek. Owing to the length of the drama, we are obliged to omit the full text and print only the choruses of the various acts. 67 CHORUS TO ACT I. Most honored friends, to you I bow To explain this, if you’ll allow, Our model drama of the strife That soon we’ll meet in business life. We hope our play will somewhat please ; Hence first, to put you at your ease And let you know our studied plan, A simple outline I will scan: For purpose, ’twas designed to reach The class itself and lessons teach, That we might grasp, through sight and sound The precepts that in life abound. Our play was written by the class: Fifteen we were, (but let that pass, For one poor youth, alack the thought, By doctor’s drugs was vilely caught.) Five on each act were told to work. Some did their part, the rest did—shirk. Results turned out a three act play, And this you’ll listen to today. Our first act Mr. Greatheart shows. Our principal, here in the throes Of fitting people to the place Best suiting each in Life’s great race. With Justice strict, and by firm Law lie forms his judgment without flaw. Act One proves clear that when we’re through And to our school have bid adieu, We still the “lengthened chain’’ will hold That binds us to dear Commerce’s fold. This act a lesson, too, would teach, That if each student he could reach Our principal would, day by day, The work of each alumnus sway. Here in his office he is seen. Act One will show you what we mean. 68 CHORUS TO ACT II. Act two shows Commerce girls and boys Are nobly taught, have stately poise. Know what they want to do, and gain Positions sought by some in vain. ’Twill show the need of highest art, Effectively to play our part In life. That worth eternally Is to Success the magic key. That now amidst the business world The Commerce Banner is unfurled. CHORUS TO ACT III. Now comes Act Three, and here we see The Business man’s perplexity. The idle boy, the giggling girl. The office in a giddy whirl, The applicants too crude to aid, The awkward boy, the careless maid, The shipping clerk's mistakes, aud too, All troubles that the man goes through Who needs a clerk, and seeks to find One suited to the work, refined. Alert, undaunted, careful, bright, In short, one taught to do what’s right. And here you’ll see that in Act Three Our play brings out its unity. The business world in dire distress Refers to Commerce for redress. The Business man seeks Commerce’s aid, And by his search is well repaid. EPILOGUE. This act has closed our Business play, O’erlook the faults and kindly say, “The boys and girls have done their best.” Our play, though crude, has given zest Unto our other work; and we Have had our fun in comedy. 69 Sults hi br ©bserurb Iflljrti Applying fur a fJuailuin All graduates who faithfully observe these rules are assured of success in their business career. 1. When applying for a position be sure to be equipped with some of that perpetual masticating substance, which, when in full use, is so suggestive of one’s dignified character. 2. When entering an office invariably stumble over the rug, which seems to be a trap for those who persist in holding their heads so high, characteristic of High School graduates. So, if you are determined to succeed, do not forget this rule. 3. Should your prospective employer have his hat on the chair, do not fail to take advantage of the cushioned seat. 4. Be sure to be greatly embarrassed and flustrated so that you say everything except that which in your previously well rehearsed speech, you planned to say. 5. While waiting to see the manager, by all means do not forget to fringe, with your teeth, those well manicured nails, which you had so painstakingly cared for the night before. This might give a favorable impression of your appearance. 6. Be sure to indulge in some of those pet school phrases of yours. They are so interesting to a stranger. 7. WTien told that you are to be given a trial, do not fail to make one of those well connected, clear, terse, brief speeches, you were accustomed to making when elected to an office in your society. —SELECTED. tn JJlaif A boy comes to high school determined to learn, And his lessons to get every day. Good marks he attains, that he fairly did earn, For his mind’s on his work, not on play. He becomes acquainted with some of the boys, Supporters of various teams; Learns all of the yells and makes a loud noise, But his grades fast decrease, then, it seems. In his sophomore year, he goes out for the team, Determined to make it or die. His marks fall below, he must them redeem, Before he gets even a try. He’s aware of the fact that in order to play, He’s three P’s at least to attain. So our hero, to be an athlete some day, Condescends to study again. MAURICE II. LEBOWITZ. 1913. 70 71 ®hp Sigh ri}0nl nf (Cummmr ©rrhrstra TO those engaged in it the Monday afternoon rehearsal is one of the most pleasant hours of the entire week, and the constant improvement shown is abundant warrant for the time spent. Like anything else worth having, this excellence costs some effort, but the appreciation manifested by the school upon the occasions when the orchestra has appeared at rhetoricals and other public entertainments lightens the task very much. It has been the aim of the director to maintain a high standard in the character of the music used, because of the educational value of that kind of music to both the players and the audience. Nevertheless he has admitted enough of the lighter compositions to spice the pudding. The orchestra has uot only stimulated the application of those who played some instrument when they entered the school but has also incited a number of our pupils to begin the study of instruments they had never tried until after entering the High School of Commerce. Of course the great event of the year in the musical line is the Annual Concert, which was given this year on the 18th of April. We are indebted to several outside persons for assistance in the rendition of a program of unusual excellence. In addition to the good work done by the orchestra, variety and interest were added by the solo of Miss Lamb, the whistling of Miss Morton, the club swinging of Miss Hoover, the singing of the glee club and school chorus, and the quartet composed of Messrs. Kast, Manville, Jackson and Hoover, as indicated in the following program: 73 PART I. Danse Grotesque—“Cossack Revels” HIGH SCHOOL OF COM MERCK ORCHESTRA. Barcarole—“0 Belle Nuit” CHORUS AND ORCHESTRA. Vocal March—“Our Soldiers” CHORUS. Horn Duet S. R. HOOVER AND MARION CHAMPLIN. Tschakoff Offenbach Raff Hoffman Gipsy Song—“Roumanian Folk Song” Arr. by N. C. Page CHORUS. Indian Club Swinging Accompaniment by Marion Champlin HAIDEE HAZEL HOOVER. May Morning Song—“Come Away!” Arr. by J. L. Tomlins CHORUS. Whistling Solo—“II Bacio (The Kiss)” Arditi ESTHER MORTON. Wedding March—From “Lohengrin” Wagner THE ORCHESTRA. PART II. Overture—“Poet and Peasant” THE ORCHESTRA. Suppe Two Numbers—“Tell Me,” “When Love is Kind” THE GLEE CLUB. Nevin A Wish—“Could I But Come to Thee” THE QUARTET. Tosti Anvil Chorus—From “11 Trovatore” THE ORCHESTRA. Verdi Vocal Solo—“May Morning” FLORENCE LAMB. Denza Sextette—From “Lucia di Lammermoor” THE ORCHESTRA. Donizetti Serenade—“Pale in the Amber West” THE QUARTET. Parks Toreador Song—From “Carmen” THE ORCHESTRA. 74 Bizet (fclrr (Club 75 76 Sfjr Kxirmatn “0, be my friend and teach me to be thine.” SUCH is the underlying basis on which the girls of Commerce High build their characters. To so live that one can say, ‘‘I have no enemies,” is no longer to be considered as wonderful as formerly, consequently, we have organizations springing up all over the country similar to the Kormaw. The purpose of the club is three-fold: First: To promote friendship. Second: To establish a high standard of morals throughout the entire student body. Third: To WORK. Pleasure might be added as a fourth, but that follows work as naturally as the night the day. We have had our successes and our failures. Among the former may be numbered all our programs and the dances we arranged for the boys. The one big failure we encountered was the method of initiation, in which the new arrivals were made the victims of considerable rudeness and much peppery water. This old style has been displaced by one much more dignified and attractive; one that inspires the new comer with earnestness and a desire to begin life properly by preparing to work; to work hard, not only for the amusement of her associates, but also for her own betterment. The Society pin has also undergone a change. It is now of Roman gold, bearing a letter K, so arranged as to harmoniously balance the beautiful daisy, whose graceful petals droop over the upper right hand corner, symbolic of innocence and constancy. 77 We are not members during our school career only, but as members of the Alumnae, we may demand admittance to any of the meetings without fearing in the least the sergeant-at-arms. Miss Amidon is “One of the Girls,” as well as helper and adviser and as she will probably help the succeeding members over the stiles which we have successfully left behind, the Kormaw Girls pledge her to “let the good work go on.” Our society has so brilliant a future that in the years to come, when sweet remembrances softly steal into our drowsy thoughts, we shall know that others have been welcomed to its embrace and have gone out better and wiser into the hard, busy world. FRIEDA LUCHT, 1912. GMfirmi of tlje ICxtrmam ortetg SPRING TERM. President...........................Florence Lunte Vice-President ...........Christine Eglcston Secretary ..........................Florence Reilley Treasurer.............................Esther Crowe Sergeant-at-Arras.....................Bertha Kramer FALL TERM. President........ Vice-President .. Secretary ....... Treasurer........ Sergeant-at-Arms .....Tillie Weiss ......Eva Smill ..Caroline Jarus ..Sophie Charvat Florence Ilcupel WINTER TERM. President..................Amanda Ileimberger Vice-President ...............Frieda Lucht Secretary.....................Sarah Yoelson Treasurer.....................Pearl Delahunt Sergeant-at-Arms ...........Ethel Rosenberg SPRING TERM. President .....................Helen Meyers Vice-President...................Goldie Thow Secretary......................Margret Grosser Treasurer .....................Emma Appleby Sergeant-at-Arms ..............Ruth Osborne 78 Mtmbtrs of tlj? Xortmuo orietij Appleby, Emma Korbel, Anna Balcolm, Mabel Kramer, Bertha Born, Edna Krauss, Helen Casey, Marie Kutina, Mary Charvat, Sophie Lamb, Florence Clark, Alice Lehman, Beatrice Comer, Edna Loomis, Clara Crowe. Esther Lucht, Frieda Delahunt, Pearl Lunte, Florence DeWar, Ethel Meyers, Helen Dolan, Gertrude' Molitor, Meta Eckermau, Ruby Mullally, Rose Egleston, Christine Oberg, Anna Evans, Florence Osborne, Ruth Feller, Florence Palevsky, Frances Fox, Helen Passig, Ella Geiger, Albina Raviteh. Rose Gorie, Esther Reilley. Florence Grady, Gertrude Riggs, Janet Grosser, Margret Rogers, Ada Groves, Mabel Rosenberg, Ethel Guentzler, Irene Russ, Gladys Hedin, Esther Satava, Laura Ileimberger, Amanda Satink, Helen Hertz, Fanny Schroeder, Ella Ileupel, Florence Smill, Eva Hoewener, Louise Spernoga, Florence Hoffman, Edith Szczytkowski, Lillian Horton, Eva Thow, Goldie Irvine, Joanna Walker, Emma Jarus, Caroline Weiss, Tillie Klein, Fanny Wieck, Hazel Klein, Doris Wlecke, Olga Kilfoyle, Ethel Yesbergcr, Merle Yoelson, Sarah 79 80 Sljr Emmmnr Eitrranj THE only literary society for boys in the High School of Commerce, the “Ecremmoc” was founded by the boys of the class of 1910. With the assistance of Mr. Gehring, the work of the Society was made a complete success by the class of 1912. The most important event was the addition of a form of initiation, to the By-Laws of our constitution. The initiation requires that every senior boy wishing to enter the Society, must pass an examination on the constitution. New members were admitted at the close of the second term, when the new form of initiation was given a thorough trial. It proved to be a complete success. A committee of three was appointed by the President. The duty of this committee was to arrange programs for each meeting. This committee with the co-operation of the members, carried on the literary work of the Society. We are satisfied that we have utilized the ninth hour of every other Wednesday to the best of our ability. Whether we have accomplished the object of this Society, that of helping the whole school as well as the senior boys, remains to be seen. JOSEPH C. KONCANA, 1912. ©fftrrra of tfjr trmttmnr Swirly SUMMER TERM. President............... Vice-President.......... Secretary............... Treasurer............... Sergeant-at-Arms........ Si ......George Hach ....Walter Petuska Edward McDermott ... .Arthur Thacker .....Howard Raus FALL TERM. President ...... Vice-President .. Secretary ...... Treasurer ....... Sergeant-at-Arms Arthur Thacker ... Francis Bett .Otto Bartunek .Edward Turaa .. Howard Raus WINTER TERM. President ...... Vice-President .. Secretary........ Treasurer ....... Sergeaut-at-Arms .... Otto Bartunek Thomas V. Murphy ...Joseph Koncana .. Elroy Christman ......Walter Weel SPRING TERM. President........ Vice-President .. Secretary....... Treasurer....... Sergeant-at-Arms .. .Wendell Long . Elroy Christman .William Nutting .... Gale Raybon Courtney Turney Ambers Albertson, Thomas Bartunek, Otto Bett, Francis Christman. Elroy Don berg, Harold Gabel. Edward Goldman, Harry Hach, George Heil, Otto Kaplan, Herman Koncana. Joseph Knable, Clyde Kolinsky, Maurice Kozminsld, John Katz, Harry Kirk. Howard Long, Wendell Lifschitz. Isaac Lebowitz, Maurice McDermott, Edward Murphy, Thomas V. Mrohaly, John Nutting, William Petuska, Walter Raus, Howard Rose, Sage Raybon, Gale Reehorst. Raymond Smith, Lester Turney, Courtney Tuma, Edward Thacker, Arthur Vobornik, Johu Weel, Walter Weintraub, Jacob Zipser. Maurice 82 ‘DEBATES UR debates this season were the most significant events of Cleveland High School life in the year, and by far the most important episode in the career of our own school. They made our name known throughout the entire city of Cleveland; and brought lasting fame to Commerce High by giving us final possession of the hard contested Interscholastic Debating Cup. Even had nothing more than the preservation of an untarnished record been at stake, that would have been sufficient to justify the extraordinary interest and spirit shown. But to win this year was to attain the championship: a goal which past records and present circumstances pointed to us. January nineteenth the first encounter took place with Glenville High, at their auditorium. The question under discussion was: “Resolved, that the establishment of a filtration plant in Cleveland is the best method of securing a pure water supply.” We were represented by Thomas Murphy. Herman Kaplan, William Morrison aud Steven Schiliy, and upheld the affirmative side of the question. Glenville maintained the negative. Both teams made a good presentation of their respective positions, with about equal effectiveness. But in the rebuttal Commerce was decidedly in the lead. The Glenville boys found our position unshakable. The result was a decision of two to one. in favor of the Affirmative. Great was the joy in Commerce High, following this prophetic victory; but greater still was the earnestness and sticktoitiveuess with which the team set to work again, preparing for the coming, decisive contest. Our success in the first encounter served only to pave the way to a second and even greater contest. Lincoln High was nowr the only rival left in the field, but one whose conquest meant work. To them we submitted the question: “Resolved, that all corporations engaged in interstate commerce should be required to take out a Federal charter, on such terms as Congress may by law prescribe. Constiution-ality conceded.” They chose the negative. Debating 83 Our team was now slightly changed; for, as Herman Kaplan had graduated in February, his place was filled by Henry Reich. Libraries were searched for every particle of information on the question: the material was carefully worked up into an argument; and then the walls of our auditorium re-echoed with the forceful addresses of Murphy ; the thunderous tones of Reich; and the earnest voice of Morrison, as our speakers delivered their message to a vast audience of vacant seats. The crowd that assembled in Commerce Auditorium on the night of March twenty-ninth was all that could be desired. Seven hundred people were present. Surely, the opportunity of addressing such an audience was worth all the effort that had been expended. No doubt, the size of our auditorium had something to do with the crowding, but still it was a goodly audience, and quite dispelled any notion of ours that we were talking to air. The audience was keyed up to a high pitch of expectancy, and the enthusiastic school yells did not cease until the speakers began, promptly at eight o’clock. Our fellows put up a steel-proof argument, and delivered it with such force and earnestness that they carried conviction to the minds of the audience. “Lincoln” did their best. Our fellows never faltered, but argued with an air of certainty that inspired confidence. Judging from results, the same could not be said of “Lincoln”. When the direct arguments were over, the Negative attempted to reply to our contentions, and failed. Whereupon Thomas Murphy, in a ten minute speech, with ease, grace, and convincing language, actually did refute “Lincoln’s” arguments. A brief interval of suspense, and then the decision was announced. It was what we had worked for and hoped for. and yet it was none the less gratifying: unanimous in favor of the Affirmative. We had won the trophy! The shaking of hands did not seem to end that night. Smiling faces were seen, and congratulations heard on every side. Everybody congratulated everybody else. Except, of course, the “Lincoln” people. 84 The cup arrived at the High School of Commerce, its final destination, on Friday, April nineteenth. Here it will be kept in a conspicuous place, where it will serve the double purpose of reminding students of past glory, and inspiring them in the struggle for future victories. • • • We have won the cup. It is in our possession. We have won the championship. But this is no guarantee that we will win another championship, three years hence. To reach that goal, we must strive as hard in the future, as we have in the past. Therefore, we call upon all those of this school who have the ability, to put forth their best efforts toward this end; and to begin now. Our present status in debating is not due to the work of the last teams alone, nor to that of any oue of the preceding teams. Had any of the earlier debates been lost, our final victories would have been shorn of their chief glory; had these latter debates not been won, our earlier victories would now be without most of their significance. It is the accumulated effort of all the teams that has enabled our school to climb to the top. One of the important factors in our success was the able direction and keen criticism of our coach, Mr. H. T. McMyler. His was the guiding spirit that spurred us on. It is our fond hope that he may yet coach many a High School of Commerce team to vitcory. STEVEN SCHILLY, 1912. 85 Prrarntation nf IBrbatittg (Srnpliii ON Friday, April 19th, at 2:30 P. M., the “trophy cup” was formally presented to the school by Mr. Lamar T. Beman, President of the Inter-scholastic Literary League, who presided, and also made a short speech. Mr. Weimer accepted the cup on behalf of the school. By special invitation the Debating teams of 1910, 1911, 1912 were present. The “1910“ team was composed of Harold Nichols, Fred Johnson and Herbert Sinek. John Tobin, George Groman and Walter Weel represented the school in 1911. While this year's teams were Thomas Murphy, Henry Reich, Wm. Morrison, Herman Kaplan and Steve Schilly. The orchestra and the glee club offered pleasing selections. Much enthusiasm was displayed, as the Rooters' Club was present with all members on hand. The occasion will long be remembered, as this is the first cup and championship the school has won. HENRY REICH, 1913. afyr Sanqurt ON Thursda}'. April 18th, a banquet was given at our lunch room by the teachers of this school. The guests of honor were Mr. McMyler and the debaters, Thomas Murphy, Henry Reich, Wm. Morrison, Herman Kaplan, and Steve Schilly. The others present were Mr. Weimer, Mr. Hoover, Miss Amidon, Miss Pittis, Miss Hadlow, Miss Ely, Miss Bandeen, Miss Hildreth, Miss Rohn, Miss Hagan, Miss Friedlander, Miss Corser, Mr. Heald, Mr. Gordon, Mr. Ditmer, Mr. Curry, Mr. Harsh, Mr. Gehring, Mr. Dutton, Mr. Harrison, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Manville, Mr. Evans, Mr. Warfield, Mr. Weber, Miss Heal, Miss Maxwell, Miss Davis. The lunch room was decorated in the school colors and the tables were decorated with flowers. Mr. Heald acted as toastmaster. Mr. Weimer spoke on “A Look to the End.” Mr. Gordon’s topic was “Little, But Oh My.” Miss Amidon gave a toast to “Our Victory” and Steve Schilly responded with “The Cost of Victory.” Mr. McMyler spoke on “Appearances are Sometimes Deceiving.” The speeches were all greeted with great applause. And everybody expressed the wish that next year a banquet might also be held in honor of the victors. 86 fttrmbrrB nf all Srbalittg Crams anil C rugby 87 ©ur Baufti At the banquet to the debaters, in response to one of the toasts a parody on “David and Goliath” was given. This received such praise that it is thought best to insert it in the Annual.—The Editor. Once there was a mighty man. A David in his liue, Who dared to hurl his arguments Against Old “Lincoln’s” line. This “Lincoln” line had stood, for-years, The onslaught of most able peers. Their ranks had never known defeat And surely now would not retreat. Said M------to “Mac,” “ Twill never do, This cup we know won’t go to you.” “Great Scott!” said “Mac,” his “Irish” up, “We’ll show you how to earn a cup!” Our little “Mac” then filled his sling With facts and figures, every thing To stay this giant, who dared defy A power such as Commerce High. He searched the books of truth and light, He spent his hours well into night, He read from Webster, Blackstone, Gray, Bacon, Shakespeare, Browning, Clay. He gathered points from far and near, From Howland, Burton, “Teddy,” Gear, From London, Cairo, Dublin, Rome, From Melbourne, “Jersey,” Athens, Nome. Then Murphy, Schilly, Morrison, Reich, Great Warriors bold, who dared to strike, Hurled sure their spears at Lincoln’s line, Displaying courage rare and fine. With shots well aimed, they pierced conceit, That clad this giant from crown to feet, They ran him through and took his head, To make full sure that he was dead. The battle gained, Goliath done. We honor “J ac” our gallant Son. Whose wise direction set the pace That won, at last, this furious race. S3 90 Jfarot Sail GAIN in 1911 the problem of whether or not Commerce should have a foot ball team was faced by the faculty and the athletic board. As foot ball is an expensive proposition, this question was hard to decide. But the student body wanted a foot ball team. They began to buy pins to help pay part of the expense; they even went so far as to make promises to buy tags. The purchases and promises helped to settle the financial matters, and the general spirit of the school aided the rest. Consequently the decision of the faculty was announced to be in favor of foot ball. When a call for candidates was given many fellows responded. Weintraub, Hilberer, Zak, Katz, Lebowitz and Kirk were the only veterans among the candidates, while the others knew little if anything about the game. Coach Evans taught all who came out, how to play the game and by the time the first contest was to be played, he had the team in pretty good condition. We started the season September thirtieth by playing South High at Edgewater Park where we made a good showing, but through better team work, South defeated us by a score of 37 to 0. The coach drilled the players with double energy for the next game and the following Saturday Lincoln was played at Edgewater Park. This game was hard fought and although the players did their best, they were beaten by the respectable score of 43 to 0. The next game was played with East at Shaw field. East’s team both outweighed the Commerce team, and knew the game better than Commerce, consequently it defeated us to the tune of 116 to 0. At this game Commerce was compelled to throw seven substitutes into the field, using but four varsity men throughout the entire game, a fact that might account for the high score against us. The following week, although no game was scheduled, the boys kept in practice by playing the Cleveland Heights team at Edgewater Park. In the clash we showed good form and defeated our opponents 21 to 5. The next week a game between the west side high schools, namely, Commerce and West, was played at Edgewater Park. As this game decided the championship of the high schools of the west side, Commerce tried its level best to win, but when the game was over the score stood in favor of West, 19 to 5. The last Senate game was played with Glenville High at Gordon Park. This was hard fought by both teams as neither had won a game up to that time. The play was clean, well executed, but Commerce went down to defeat in the hands of the Glenville team, by the score of 6 to 0. The last game of the season took place at Edgewater Park with St. Ignatius College. The greater part was played in the dark and Commerce lost to the fast St. Ignatius’ team by a score of 18 to 2. Commerce High was again awarded the “Stellar Championship” and accepted it with cheerfulness. Gameness and true spirit were the main qualities shown by the team, throughout the whole season. Although Commerce had a weak team it showed its true school spirit by going up against some of the oldest high schools of the city. Although the players received numerous injuries, they resumed play as soon as possible. Captain Hilberer ran the team in a way that showed his battles were well thought out. Although only one game was won by the team, the school showed its appreciation to the players for their hard work, and awarded the following with letters: Manager Bartunek, Captain Hilberer, Zak, Katz, Weintraub, Lebowitz. Kirk, Raus, Baxter, Kirian, Krause, Thacker, Broz, Kipstuhl and Gilbert. During Manager Bartunek’s sickness, Assistant Manager Cullen carried the w'ork on successfully. The prospects for a winning team for next year are bright, as eleven of this year’s players will be back at school. ©ur (Eoarlj MR. D. M. Evans, who is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University, coached the Commerce teams again this year, and will continue to do so next year. Mr. Evans is an all round player. His skill at basket ball was shown in the faculty game. We bespeak for him the hearty co-operation of the students in coming years. 92 Date, 1911. Score. Sept. 30..............H. S. C............... 0 South................... 37 Oct. 7..............H. S. C............... 0 Lincoln ................. 43 Oct. 14..............H. S. C............... 0 East.....................116 Oct. 21..............H. S. C...............21 Cleveland Heights ... 5 Oct. 28..............H. S. C............... 5 West................... 19 Nov. 4..............H. S. C...............0 Glenville ................ 6 Nov. 8..............H. S. C............... 2 St. Ignatius............. 18 Total .................................... 28 244 LINE-UP. Lebowitz, Bros ... Kipstuhl, Gilbert . Kirk ............. Katz, Fischer..... Raus.............. Thacker............ Zak................ Ililberer (Captain) Baxter, Krauss ... Kirian ........... Weintraub......... Otto Bartunek ,.. .Left End . .Left Tackle . Left Guard ......Center Right Guard Right Tackle .. Right End .....Quarter ...Left Half .Right Half ...Full Back ____Manager 37-, 6- FI TEVE JPORT plt y the: GRMEFOt? HEGflMESi iflKE 93 5 4 Saakrt Sail THE Basket Ball Team of 1912 was a great delight to the School, because it proved a complete success. Although Captain “Jake” Weiutraub was the only veteran back at school, Coach Evans built the best team Commerce has ever had. Of the forty candidates that came out for the team the following were picked: “Captain Weintraub and Broz, forwards; Russon, center; Zak and Lebowitz, guards; Hilberer and Twitchell, as substitutes. Thomas Albertson was chosen as manager, which office he filled with great satisfaction. The first game was played December fifteenth, when the faculty and varsity engaged in a hard struggle. The faculty won with a score of eight to seven. Coach Evans scored most of the points for his team. West was next defeated by Commerce with the score of sixteen to seven. This meant the championship of the West-side, and gave us a fine start in the senate race. Glenville was met next and defeated by a great margin, the score being twenty-four to eight. With two victories and no defeats Commerce after training hard all the week sent the team against East. The game was the fastest one ever played on Commerce’s floor, and when the final whistle sounded Commerce found itself the winner. The next game was with South, the first game of the season played on an opponent’s floor. Commerce was again victorious. The following week Central was defeated at Commerce, in a very exciting game. The next game, Commerce vs. Tech, at Tech, was the greatest game of the season. Both teams were tied for first place in the Senate League. With three minutes of overtime playing. Tech won a victory. The score was twenty-seven to twenty-five. The last senate game of the season was played against Lincoln, at Lincoln. Commerce was handicapped by the small gymnasium and lost. This game brought to a close the most successful basket ball season the High School of Commerce has ever experienced. The second team composed of Donley, Goldberg. Rosenstein, Kamnetzky and Raybon deserves mention. The team-work showed by these fellows was excellent, as is proven by the winning of six out of the eight games played. (Color Sratno The color team basket ball teams were again continued this year by Mr. Warfield. A captain was elected by the members of each color: Weintraub-Greensr Broz-Blues; Howorth-Gold, and Hilberer-Red. 95 Sankrt Sail § rljpbulr Date, 1912. Score. Jan. 5............II. S. C..............16 West .................... 7 Jan. 12.............H. S. C..............24 Glenville................ 8 Jan. 19.............H. S. C..............25 East.................... 12 Jan. 26.............H. S. C..............11 South.................... 9 Feb. 2.............H. S. C..............11 Central ................. 5 Feb. 9............II. S. C..............25 Tech ................... 28 Feb. 16.............H. S. C..............11 Lincoln ................ 17 Mar. 1............II. S. C..............17 Geneva ................. 12 Dec. 15 (1911)........H. S. C........•....... 7 Faculty ................. 8 Total ...................................147 106 LINE-UP. Weintraub (Captain) Broz............... Russon ............ Zak ............... Lebowitz........... Hilberer, Twitchell . Thomas Albertson .. Right Forward .Left Forward ...... Center . .Right Guard ___Left Guard .........Subs .....Manager ®ljr Sootrra' (fllub NEVER before was such spirit shown in Athletics and Debating as that displayed this year. Some credit for this school spirit is due, of course, to the winning teams we placed in the field, but a great part of the credit is due to the Rooters’ Club. On Thursday, January the eleventh, at the call of Mr. Ross Baxter, the first meeting of this Club was held in the auditorium, at which yells, new and old, were rehearsed. For the way he handled the fellows through the yells, Ross deserves much praise. The writer knows that a good yell, from his side of the fence, goes a long way towards victory, for it instills a certain desire to forge ahead, inspired by the knowledge that one is well backed. Ross will be with us next year and it is hoped the Rooters’ Club will again be able to cheer a winning team on to victory. THOMAS V. MURPHY, Editor. 9« Sljr (Srnnm (6arnr MARCH the first was a great day for the basketball team: great because victory made us another visit on that day; and great because of the fun we had on our first out-of-town game. On that day the team took a trip to Geneva to play the so-called “Geneva Hayseeds.” To say that we were almost scared to death at the sight of the town marshall “Uncle Zeke” would put it mildly. No sooner had the manager of the Geneva team taken us from the station to the armory, than he, the town marshal, made his presence felt. He informed us that we would have to behave ourselves in a way that would be satisfactory to him or we would be made to feel the hand of the law as administered in that town. We were to walk along the street without making any noise and we were to keep away from the girls of the Geneva High School. The thing that impressed the boys most was his enormous badge, which glistened like the moon and resembled our neighboring plauet Mars in size. When we entered the armory to practice a short time before the game started, we noticed that the girls of the town sat in one part of the armory and the boys in another. The girls did the rooting and the boys did the yelling for our blood. On one side of the hall the village notables were seated on a stage, and they included everybody from the mayor to the truant officer, the last of whom, afterwards played an important part in one of the scenes. The notables became as much excited as the boys and the girls, as the game went ou. and they also became thirsty for our blood. To emphasize this they showed the boys a little old fashioned cheering. It was about ten minutes after the game started that the marshal was given a chance to show the town officials and voters that they had elected a man that would stand for home interests. Mr. Evans called time, so as to talk to the referee about one of the rules and as the Geneva team was still scoreless, the marshal thought that he would help them to score by not letting the referee explain the rules; so he marched out on the floor and ordered the coach off under the penalty of arrest if he disobeyed. The village lads applauded this act with great gusto and the marshal threw out his chest as if he had actually succeeded in capturing a great burglar. Zak had his head injured and the truant officer put in a bid for fame by escorting him to the doctor for repairs. The shedding of blood seemed to have a maddening effect on the crowd for they yelled for the death of a few of our boys. The Geneva team had a colored man to rub them down before the game but he was a “hoodoo” rather than a help, and after the game he told us the reason his team lost was because the star of the team played only thirty-five of the forty minutes it took to play the game. As a side issue to this scene in real country greatness we succeeded in trouncing the “Hayseeds” to the tune of 18 to 13, and in consequence we left town in a joyful state singing all the way home. LIONEL RUSSON, 1913. 97 Basket Ball (Same—iFarulty us. Harsitg UPON entering the home rooms on December 14, 1911, attention was attracted by an encircled sign in one corner of the blackboard, which read: “Watch this space, tomorrow.” Of course all the pupils were anxious until tomorrow came, for they wished to know what was going to take place. The first thing the pupil had in mind, upon his arrival at school the next day, wa,s to go to his home room and look for the empty space. All were surprised at reading, “Scrape up fifteen cents for Friday.” But the secret had spread all over the school when this announcement was made, for the pupils knew, by intuition it seemed, that it would not be anything except a basket ball game. The students reasoned that as the basket ball season had not yet opened, this must be the Faculty and. Varsity game. The reasoning was good, and it took place on December 21, 1911, at 4:00 P. M., immediately after school. The effects of last year’s game between Faculty and Varsity brought about a decided change in the time of playing, the Faculty team, seeming afraid of ill luck, decided to alter their time of play from Tuesday to Friday, so that in case of a second defeat, they would not be noticed the next day, as would be the case had they scheduled the game for Tuesday. As if a flock of sheep were scared away by a wolf, there was a rush and a tumble for the Gymnasium door, for everyone wanted to witness this grand game. After all had settled down in their seats and the atmosphere had cleared away, the game began. Among the varsity men were, Capt. Weintraub and Bros, forwards; Rus-son, center; Zag and Lebowitz. guards; while Hilberer and Twitchell were substitute men. The players picked from the faculty were: Mathematic Mc-Myler and Civic Weber, forwards; Coach Evans, center; Physical Director Warfield and Music Tutor Manville, guards; Shorthand Harrison acted as first assistant referee to Coach Evans. Dr. Dutton had been called upon to act as first aid to the injured and the last man to be signed up on the team was Chemical Harsh, as chief water boy. During the interval of time that had elapsed between the assigning of teachers to their respective positions, and the time of play, there had been set up by the Faculty team excluding any of the Varsity representatives, a new code of rules governing the game. After the game, the Varsity team demanded from Mr. Harrison an explanation regarding the change of rules. Suspicions were aroused from the fact that the Faculty had induced the referee to stay in the Gymnasium office and to refrain from talking to any of the Varsity players. The one hundred and fifty spectators present, were astonished to see the Faculty arrayed in last year’s Varsity basket ball togs, and in the meantime, the present Varsity men had got. in return, each a new suit. Mr. Manville furnished all the comedy necessary to make every one hold his sides. He insisted on grappling w ith his opponent, even when Referee Har- 08 rison had blown the whistle. He tried to shoot baskets until someone yelled out, “Throw the ball to the referee.” The features of the game were the basket shooting of Coach Evans, who accidentally made all the points for the Faculty, and the sensational refereeing of Mr. Harrison, when the coach persisted in helping to call all the fouls every time the ball went up between two men. For Coach Evans was very fond of shooting baskets from the foul line. All this nerve-racking, heroic effort on the part of Coach Evans, however, brought the Faculty home victorious, with the score standing eight to seven when the time-keeper, for the last time, blew his whistle. The Varsity, feeling somewhat grieved over the outcome of the game, insisted upon a return match with the Faculty, but owing to the fear of being defeated and consequently destroying their average of 1,000 per cent, they refused to grant the Varsity team a return game. Thus ended one of the most important games of the season, one never to be forgotten by those who witnessed it. ANDREW R. KOLLER. 1912. Atljlrtic Association ATHLETIC activities at Commerce were well supported during the year. The suits and necessary furnishings for the teams were bought by the Athletic Association, with the money raised from the sale of buttons and tags. This year a better way of raising money, and having a good pin. was discovered, in which each member paid fifty eents for a silver pin, as a receipt of membership fees for four years. (©ttuprs of tlje Sjigh School of (Aommrrrp Athlrtic Association President ......... Vice-President ... Treasurer ........ Secretary ......... Principal.......... Faculty Treasurer Thomas V. Murphy .... Florence Ott ..William Hilberer .... Ada Rodgers .. Solomon Weimer .Charles F. Dutton Mr. Evans Coach: Managers: Base Ball Foot Ball Basket Ball f 9 Carl Steigerwald Otto Bartunek ... Thomas Albertson . Base Ball . Foot Ball Basket Ball 100 Base Ball Saar Sail OWING to financial conditions base ball was not favored at first, but the boys preferred base ball to track, and as a result in 1911 Commerce had a base ball team. With but three veterans back, namely, Captain Crebbin, Smith and Leopold, Coach Evans built a team. Many candidates responded to the call for players, but the long distance to Edgewater Park, where the team practiced, and the brief time available after school were the main factors in the failure to build up a winning team. As the prospects for a winning team at Commerce this year were slight, Coach Evans advised against base ball during the 1912 season. Safip Sail rl??duU Date, 1911. April 22 H. April 29 H. May 6 H. May 13 H. May 20 H. Total Score. S. c 2 S. c 2 S. c 2 s. c 1 s. c 0 7 Shaw .................. 11 Lincoln ............... 16 Glenville (12 innings). 4 West ................... 9 South (forfeit) ........ 9 49 LINE-UP. Tunis, Kipstuhl. Hasselo ................Pitchers Leopold, Reeves............................ Catchers Kusson ..................................First Base Weintraub ..............................Second Base Kleinert, Broz...........................Third Base Crebbin (Captain), Kramer................Short Stop Smith, Lebowitz, Hacli, Goldman ............Outfield Carl Steigerwald .....................Manager 101 102 (Elaas of 1913 T last we have attained the third step in the course offered by the High School of Commerce and there now remains only one more before us. That final step we will tackle in the same way we have the others, in a way for which the Juniors have become noted. Only after the hardest kind of work are we able to proudly call ourselves Juniors. However, we are able to say that all the effort we have put into our work has been amply repaid by the results we have obtained. The fact that we are at last Juniors gives us additional courage and strength and, as a result, we hope that a mark will be established by us that we will be proud of in the future. Our labor in one direction has borne fruit in the shape of great development in athletics and this in turn has made us a big surprise among the older schools. Ours is also the honor of having helped the championship debating team to victory. Our great Debating Team had two members of our class ready and able to devote their time to argument. They held up our standard along these lines, bringing fame to the school and themselves by the manly way in which they accomplished their task. As the boys are expected back again next year the greatest of success is wished them and it is the hope of the school to be again at the head of the race and that we will soon have another cup as a reward for the efforts of the boys. The basket ball team was composed wholly of Juniors and they toiled manfully to turn out the best work that the school has ever known and as a result the team was feared by all the other schools and it finished second in the race for the city championship. As an additional honor the captain was picked for the all-scholastic team. The fact that the team was composed of Juniors is inspiring for they have done so well at the first attempt that it is safe to say they will do better at the second trial. The captain of the foot ball team and most of his men are from the class of 1913 and they will try to return their team a victor. The athletics of the school has been cornered by our class and we are glad to know that it is of so good a quality. The Junior Girls come in for their share of renown, for one of them holds the Typewriting Championship of Cleveland, and it appears as if it will be held by her for some time to come. Their smiling faces attracted many pennies and nickles during the Junior candy sale and helped to swell the amount of profit materially. Several clubs were formed among the girls and they were the means of affording them a little pleasure after the day’s work was finished. Of course the Juniors had to have a dance and it was held in the Gymnasium after school on the 22nd of March. The teachers were invited and with the aid of the boys and girls they had as good a time as any one of us. All forgot school for the time and danced to their heart’s content and after the dance was over every one was able to say that he had had a good time. The mysteries of Shorthand and Chemistry were from the start very enticing and it was not long until we were working away with might and main 103 to conquer them. But although they were difficult to master, in chemistry class, the first thing that was asked of Mr. Harsh mornings was. “Are we going to have laboratory work, today? We have adopted as our insignia or badge a large Shorthand Book as a background with a pail of 11,0 placed slightly in front of it. The Class has endeavored to establish a record of themselves that will long be remembered and that will cause people to speak of them as a class that tried. They have given the best that was in their power to the school enterprises and it is their wish that other classes may derive pleasure in sharing the victories our class has been so instrumental in gaining. As this Annual goes to print we call ourselves no longer Juniors, but the Class of 1913. LIONEL RUSSON, 1913. Sumurfl—(fllaaa nf 1913 Adelman, Rose Albertson, Isabelle Almassy, Arthur A. Amundsen, Walter Apathy, Elsie Apfel, Bertha Aults, Elenore Barry, Helen Bernstein, Jacob Bender, William Bett, Elwood Bisig, William Bittle, Marie Block, Andrew Bomstein, Fanny Bowles, Edith Brooks, Clara Broz, Eugene Brunner, Elmer C. Burch, Harold J. Bushman. Harold Caine, Howard Camingcovitch, Lena Cole, Catherine Coll. Yetta Colvin, Vilas Crossmeyer, Ida Cullen, Frank Day, Edwin Decker. Dorothy Doak, Vernice Dolezal, Anthony Don berg, Marguerite Donnelly, James Dunbar, Helen Eckstein, Mildred Ewing, Olive Fix, Herbert J. Floodstrand, Thomas Fomason, Martha Frankel, Frieda Friedman, Mildred Froelich, Florence Gairing, Helma Gaiser, Eleanore Gedeon, Helen Oiberman, Himan H. Gilbert, Frank Goldberg, Edward Goldmau. Helen Goldstein, Samuel Gommel, Hilda Gordon, Anna Greenberg, Hyman L. Griffiths, Myron Haag, Walter Haas, Arthur Ilarbaugh. William Hemmerlin, Ruth Herbst, Belle 104 Ilerold, Raymond Herschowitz, Ruth Heupel, Carrie Hilberer, William Hlavsa, Julia Ilorak, Adelaide Houghton. Emma Howorth, Frank Isaac, Walter Jelinek, Irene Johnson, Daniel K mnetzky, David Klonowski, Helen Korbel, Louis Kraus, Clara Krivets, Anna Kuba, Frank I Amp, Rosa Lin tern, Alfred Mackey, Mae Mahoney, Timothy Martin, Benjamin Mercer, Vera McMillcn, William Merkt, Alice Merrick, Ralph Mezivitz, Isadore Michael, Lizzie Milstein, Sarah Moellering, Alvin Nally, Florence Monahan, May Neilson, Emma Noble, Doris Noss, Harvey O’Connor, Sylvester Orwiler, De Leon Ott, Florence Pleasance, Gertrude Pauuackel, Charlotte Prasek, Lawrence Puls, Arthur Putnam, Irene Ramsey, Elsie Randolph, Amanda Red fern, Alice Reeve, Ralph Reich, Henry Reiches. Dora Reilly Hazel Renz, Harold Rivkin, Libbie Rosenstein, Jacob Rotbart, Louis Ruch, Ethel Russel, Alverna Russon, Lionel Samuels, Isadore Sebeck, May belle Shannon, Florence Sholtz, Ella Shepherd, Helen Shochtovitz, Abraham Simak, Ernest Simonds, Esther Sipher, Eunice Smith, Adelbert Smolik, Joseph Snyder, Ruth Spencer, Tracy Spidell, Kathryn Stark, Carl Strasbourger, Miriam Sunkel, Charles Svec, Lillian Swancott, Helen Thorkelson, Hazel Trneny, Clara Volf, Frank Vunderink, Albert Wagenbauer, Elsie Weil, Lawrence Weinberg, Hyman Weissman, Esther Wilcox, Estelle Winsper, Alice Wischmeyer, Charles Wolf, Florence Zak, Louis 105 106 ffliafifi of 1914 WHEN this wonderful class entered the High School of Commerce it was the largest class in the school, and it is still holding its own, for what we have lost iu numbers, we make up in size, witness, Anthony Dolezal and John Stark, to say nothing of the author of this history. The Sophomores have been doing things as well, and are famous in all lines, but it is in athletics especially that we shine. We had several players on our very successful foot ball team, and the second basket ball team was composed mostly of Sophomores, while several boys intend to try for the base ball team if it materializes. The Rooters’ Club which is composed mostly of Sophomores was led by a Sophomore who is without doubt one of the best leaders in the city. Here is a sample of one of the yells: ‘‘One a zippa, two a zippa, three a zippa zang, Wc are the boys of the Commerce gang. Stand us on our heads, stand us on our feet, We are the boys who can’t be beat.” About our standing in our studies, let people ask any of our teachers and they will agree that ours is a class of workers. Although some of our number have visited the office for an occasional offence, usually a minor one, we are as a rule very well behaved students. But as to conduct in general we also outshine the rest of the school. Ask Mr. Creig who are the best pupils in conduct, and I will venture to say that he will immediately answer, “The Sopohmores are by far the best.” The girls having become more intimate with the school than they were during their Freshman year, have taken more interest and had more enjoyment than ever before. They worked hard and earnestly to make the Sophomore Candy Sale a success, and in getting “sweets from the sweets,” they more than succeeded. Many of the Sophomore girls are also valued members of the Glee Club. By reading this over, you will surely say the rest of the classes do not compare with the Sophomores, and we hope that all of the pupils in this year's Sophomore class will return next year and help keep up our fine record, so that as Juniors, we may still reipain the biggest class in all respects. HOMER TWITCHELL, 1914. g’lipljrnnorpfi—(fllaaa of 1914 Abrams, Dorothy Appleby, Margaret Apple, Paul Barber, Clarence Bauer, Robert Baxter, Ross Bender, George Berenbaum, Tilly Bergold, Fred Black, Amelia Blanchard, Grace Bowlin, Truwery Brady, Mary Bratburd, Flora Brown, Louisa Brugge, Irwin Buchman, Hilda Buchwald, Alfred Buesch, Lucy Cadisch, Melania Caldwell, Ruth Champlin, Marion 107 Cohn, Joseph Crawford, Ora Curphy, Bertha Curtiss, Grace Dornbrook, Ilenry Dorsey, Florence Dunaysky, Charles Eckerraan, Hazel Egleston, Doris Fawcett, Hazel Field, Thomas W. Fischer, Henry Fligle, Durwood Forsberg, Arthur Friedman, Celia Gaiser, Emily Galloway, Hazel Gibson, Clarence Gilliland, Robert Guhl, Lydia Haag, Richard Hammer, Paula Hanchette, Lada Herskovitz. Abraham Henning, Edna Ilerwald, Anna Hohmau, Margaret Horn, Leona Isaac, Myrtle Jelinek, Bessie Jokay, Karla Kaiser, Florence Kamenetsky, Sarah Katzel, Samual Kerr, Ruth Kilbane, Marie Kilrain, Edward Kirian, Edwin Klein, David Knorr, Lillian Kohlicek, Frances Krivos, James Kraus, Mildred Krauss, Walter Levinson, Nettie Light. Daniel Lusky, Rose Lyon, Ethel Luther, Frank Marsh, Marie Mayer, John Mackenzie, Charles McMillen, Harry McTige, Hubert Mead, George Mettel, Beatrice Menger, Louise Miller, Viola Miller, Claire Minch. Edward Mrohaly, Margaret Molitor, Lillian Moskowitz, Stella Mullen. Ralph Murphy, Eleanore Oestreich, Louise Oviatt, Isabelle Peach, Helen Porter, Viola Puska, Ksenia Rayner. Beatrice Reidthaler, Malvine Rife, Florence Sack, Morris Sauernheimer, Erwin Schmitt, George Schwartz, Edna Sclmanovitz, Frances Soman, Andrew Sicha, Lawrence Siess, Frank Silberman, Edith Snider, Pearl Solomon, Sara Smith, Ruth Stark, John Strauss, Frances Stoffel, Viola Tomchick, Andrew Todd, Mary Twitchell, Homer Verrell, Elmer Weikert, Helen Weiner, Irwin Weinberg, Mollie Weiss, Lina Weiss, Yetta Wiseman, Leland Woldman, Edward Young, Evylene 108 109 ®ljr (Slaaa of 1915 WE arc triplets and not afraid to own that we are fine children. Over and over we hear the other children of our school family mentioned as doing well, but Mother Commerce generally ends her praise of the rest by saying, “But the D’s they are fine classes.” Our names are Junedee, Scpteraberdee and Decemberdee. We arc all young and good natured, and happy that we can go to the High School. Mother Commerce is proud of us and we are proud of her. Our sister Junedee has a fine “stand in” with all her teachers because she went to school all summer, while the rest of us were swimming in the pools and having a fine time in the country. Mother Commerce often says, “Junedee is such an ambitious child.” My brother and myself are ambitious too—sometimes, but if Jundee wants to make a book-worm out of herself, that’s her own business, but my brother and myself are strong advocates of “No School in Summer.” Septcmberdee is the biggest, and he likes to show his strength, you sometimes hear him say, “I am 97 strong.” Decemberdee is small but he is a good student, and Mother Commerce is hoping that he will be ambitious and go to summer school, so that he may begin the new Sophomore school year when the rest of us do. Our names are long, as you must have noticed, but we never go by them. Nicknames with us are the fashion. Threedy, Twody and Onedy, you will hear us called. The older boys in school call us flats, but you just watch us when we come back to school next fall. There will be another group of flats in our places and they will take from us whatever we please to give them. We shall certainly make life interesting for them. At present, however, we are keeping our eyes open and our mouths closed, but wait! I myself think the school would be dead without flats. Flats are the most popular people in the building and always will be popular wherever they are. Ever since the days of Julius Caesar, flats have been spoken of with honor. Don’t you remember when Caesar was talking to those senators he said. “Yon Cassius hath a lean and hungry look. “Let me have men about me who are flat.” At least that is the way one of our number read it. and Julius Caesar knew who were the right kind of people. Caesar would have liked us for another reason, too, a member of our class insists “because we do not think too much.” and we remember that one reason the “great Roman” had for disliking Cassius was because of his deep thinking. No one ever dared accuse one of our class of over-thinking. You would agree with this statement if you ever heard some of the thoughtless answers in our classes. Neither do our members seem to have much trouble “sleeping nights.” —Why some of us D’s have been known to fall asleep while reciting lessons! Scientists say sleep rests the mind, so a little sleep will probably do some of us no harm and may help us to get to the goal just the same. We shall be through the first year soon and we hope that most of us shall come back as 1912-’13 Sophomores. no HARVEY CLASS, 1915. Jrwlimen—(Elafia of 1915 Adelm n, Jessie Addison, Eva Arnold, Helen Aranowitz, Isadore Barger, Mahlon Balke, Mildred Barnett. Bernice Becker, Florence Bellish, Anna Bender, Anna Bender, Irma Benninger, Alexander Berry, Michael Berg, Esther Berger, William Blair, Ruth Bollinger, Alma Brandt, Bertha Breen, Margaret Brisky, Arthur Carlson, Russel Cherdron, Emily Class, Harvey Cohen, Jacob Comingcovitch, Rose Condon, 'William Corcoran, Charlotte Coulton, Marion Cowell, Dudley Crawford, Alina Crawford, Florence Danielson, Harry Davis, Ethel Dawson, Earl De Fillip, Carrie Dial, Ruby Diamond, Rose Dimenstein, Ben Doty, Alice Dudash, Helen Duperow, Florence Durell, Norman Egleston, Lloyd Esper, Arthur Fetterman, Perry Fialo, Edward Fiuesilver, Elias Frash, Kenneth Frank, Elmer Fried, Anna Friedl, Joseph Friedman, Rhoda Fuhr, Morris Gaeth, El Frieda Gable, Margaret Gilmour, Gertrude Giltner, Christine Goldman, Frieda Gold ring, Louis Goldstein. Moses Goodman, Gizella Goodwin, Ida Gottfried, Emil Grossman, Edward Greenhut, Emil Gross, Til lie Haase, Myrtle Halford, John Harmon, Dorothy Ilebebrand, Arthur Heine, Marie Henrichs, Herbert Hermann, Elizabeth Ilerschberg, Isadore Ilerschowitz, Minnie Hesland, Bertha Hilberer, Marcella Hinton, Geneva Hitchcock, May Illinovsky, John Hoflieh, Warren Hohner, Albert Holly, Bernice Horacek, Carrie Howie, Oliva Iluegle, Edwin Isaac, Bertha Isler, Lillian Jaquavs, Luella Jenkins, Edwin Kane, Teresa ill Kepke, Esther Kerst, Verna Kireher, Elsie Kleiman, Marie Kobabe, Berenice Kohl. Edna Kulka, Steven Lane, Marie Layford, Elmer Lepole, Helen Levin, Kate Le Vere, Hazel Lipstein, Harry Lisy, Helen Mackey, Clare Maeeker, Minnie Mahnke, Malinda Mangan, Joseph Manheim, Florence McAleer. Margaret MeCardle, Charles McGrath, Edith McManamon, Joseph McLeod, Bacil Meese, Florence Meier, Florence Mendelson, Isadore Mercer, Clare Meyer, Albert Min to, Leon Mitchell, May Mizenko, Anna Monahon, John Morgenstern, Margarite Moritz, Reuben Morris, Sylvester Motto, Charles Murphy, Leonard Nabring, Edwin Namen, Jacob Nerad, Otto Newman, Gertrude Noderer, Esther O’Malley, Agnes Opper, Gussie Owen, Hattie Paige, Ralph Pellon, George Pesicka, Valerian Pesta, Jerry Plummer, Charles Reap, Thomas Schad, George Sehoenbeck, Herbert Schnittker, Myrtle Schultz, Florence Schuman, Edna Scott, Helen Sohechter, Arthur Simon, Frauces Strachovsky, Irene Smalheer, Martin Smith, Cornelius Smith, Dorothy Smith, Janett Spero, Rose Stanton, Mary Stark, William Stiefel, Donald Stiel, Leo Stockhaus, Lorenz Sturges. Harvey Summers, Helen Swogger, Ross Tractmaun, Anna Trcister, Elsie Thunhorst, Leonhard' Ilobkin, Morris Tomko, Frank Unger, Eva Wachs, Elizabeth Warshawsky, Jeannette Weber, Myrtle Weil, Leo Weiss, Ella Weiss, Malvina Werner, Emma Williams, Marie Wronna, Walter Zaehelmayer, Ottilie Zell, Blanche Zidd, Joe 112 113 East Sjigli rljool tif (ftmttmme it TTELLO, there! Why. I haven’t seen you in a long time! Say, I’m going n to graduate next June, and I don't know what high school to go to. Where do you go? It’s that little one way out in the East End, isn’t it?” “Yes, it’s the East High School of Commerce, or the ‘little one way out in the East End,’ as you call it; but although it may be small, probably the smallest high school in the city, every student in it thinks it by far the best.” “Tell me all about your school, from the day you started, until now, will you? That may be the very school I want to go to, after all.” “This little frame building on Moulton Avenue, a rather muddy street on rainy days, was made into the East High School of Commerce on the fifth of September, nineteen hundred eleven. An iron fence surrounds the rather small yard, which has but little grass in it, and a narrow board walk leads up to the door of the school. The building has eight large, bright rooms, six of which are used as class rooms. One of the remaining two was transformed into a gymnasium, the other is our so-called assembly hall.” •“There are about one hundred and thirty boys and girls in the school, and nearly all know one another. There are five teachers, whom all know.” “During the cold winter months it was with great difficulty that our building was kept warm; the rooms would not or could not be heated; one or two days they let us go home. You know, we wouldn’t mind if those days would come quite often. For a while wc had a great deal of trouble with the bells. But they are fixed now so that we can hear them without difficulty. For a number of weeks after the opening of school, we had no lunch room, so every one had to carry his lunch and eat it in the school room. We now have a lunch room, however, where, if we wish, wc can buy our lunches, although it is in a separate building from the school.” “At Christmas time we had a short and successful program in our assembly hall. On the fourteenth of February we had a candy sale. We raised a fair sum of money, part of which we gave toward publishing the Annual, the balance we used for buying pictures for the class rooms. On Thursday, March twenty-eighth, we had another entertainment in Rosedale Auditorium, for the purpose of buying more pictures. One day, the West Commerce Orchestra came over to our school and played for us. They really have a very good orchestra, but it won’t be long before ours will be just as good.” “We all have happy days, and sad ones, days that go well and days that don’t, but we all like East Commerce very well, so well in fact, that one girl came near spending the night there.” “Well, I know where I’m going to school.” “Where?” To the best school in Cleveland.” “Good for you. Now he sure not to change your mind between now and September.” “I should say not. Nothing could change my mind about ‘the little school way out in the East End.’ ” ANNA McKEON, 1915, East Commerce. 114 East (Botttmm Adasek, Comilla Bratburd, Edwin Brown, Herbert Confeld, Minnie Culver, Myrtle Eging, Emma Goldman, Benjamin Herron, Raymond Lawrence, Harold MacKenzie, Charles MacKenzie, Grace Miller, Gertrude Nehls, Alice Selmanovitz, Frances Thomas, Harry Woodford, Katharine Weinberg, Mollie least (Smtirnm? Altoff, Hazel Adasek, Camilla Anderson, Myrtle Archibald, Madeleine Bagnall, George Behrend. Myrtle Berg, Esther Berman, Bella Beyer, Fred Bolton, Gladys Bradley, Mary Brennan. Lawrence Brown, Margaret Bruce, Treva Buchwald, Alfred Cain, Myrtle Cairns, Alice Campbell, Walter Carroll, Bridget Cave, Doris Chappell, Bertha Chlad, Bettie Connel. James Davies, Edmund Deater, Helen Dema, Joseph Downs, Edna Dunbar. Katharine Elliott, Ruth Emmett, Peter Engel, Marian Ernst, George Fay, Ruth Fenton. Lela JFrpslmmt Fitzgerald, John Foote, Hazel Forcit, Rudy Fox, Joseph Frick, Hilda Gartman, William George, Florence Cerlach, Carl Girz, Louis Goldstein, Heiman Gresslc, Irving Groth, Carl Gruss, Philip Hames, Ralph Heimberger. Elsie Heudryx, Howard Hendryx, George Hoff, Antoinette Hunousek, Herbert Jacobs, Leona Johnson, llarriette Johnson, Ruth Jones, Roy Kastor, Kenneth Kaighin, Arthur Kennedy, Elsie Kennedy, Harold Kirsop, Grace Klingman, LaVerna Kollie, Leo Kornsweit, Ida Kovarek, Clement Knable, Raymond • Deceased 115 Kuhn, Pearl Sehreiber, Henry Lease, Carl Schulmau, Alexander Lease, Floyd Sebesta, Martin Lesser, Harry Strout, Elsie Lichtig, Leonard Slater, Violet Maybury, Adelaide Scroden, Ralph McBride, George Spira, Jacob McCormick, Lawrence Strasser, James AlcKeon, Anna Tapp. John Millman, Rose Terry, Bernice Molnar, Mary Thompson, Matilda Morgan, Ahvyn Tiffany, Edith Novasel, Hyman Torry, Elsie Orgel, Rupert Vitetta, Rose Oster, Altissa Vom Ende, Hilda Palmer, Alta Weber, Harry Peek. Walter Weiler, Eddie Peterson, John Weisberger, Abraham Prendergast, Harry Weizer, John Prives, Rhea Wells, Florence Proctor, Cecil Wettrick, Myron Prosser, Dorothy Wilson, Naomi Roy, Alexander Wiseman, Perry Sackett, Clyde Wuertz, Harriet Scarflf. Ella Zeidler, Elmer Schlabach, Tom Zid, Joseph Sehmieletsky, Walter Zwemer, Frank Afctrirr to iFrrsfjmrn Take heed now little Freshmen And hear each word I say; For if you don’t my little ones, For this you’ll dearly pay. Be you a hoy, then raise your hat When Seniors you do pass. For if you don't, beware now son They’ll follow you to class. If girl you are, then nod your head And dainty let it be, For if you don’t, you may prepare For your dear life to flee. So now each little Freshman With Seniors you be fair, For if you don’t, now take my word, You’d better all beware. 116 GOLDIE THOW, 1912. 117 aljr IFiital Btrtory HELLO, old man, congratulations again this morning. We did shake hands over it last night, but the fellows’ cheering drowned anything we might say, so shake again. We won the debating championship, all right.” With these words a tall, muscular lad of about seventeen years, greeted his chum, a handsome youth, about the same age but somewhat smaller and stouter. “Thanks, Will, we did the best we could and we won. They gave us some sound arguments, all right, but our rebuttal weakened them at every turn.” “By the way, Frank,” and the speaker glanced inquiringly at his friend, “I heard some of those Judsou Academy people were up to a little crooked game. Any truth in the report?” “Yes, I’ll tell you, but keep it on the quiet. When I got home last night, I called up the “Daily Mail” and told them 1 wanted to report the championship debate between the York High School of Commerce and Judson Academy. They told me they already had the report that the negative had won unanimously, and that Judson had the negative. I was astonished beyond expression, I told them that the report was not true at all, that I was one of the speakers of the High School of Commerce, and that we had the negative and had won.” “What do you think of that for nerve?” Will exclaimed in astonishment, which quickly turned to indignation. “The man on the Daily Mail said to me, ‘Is that straight goods,’ and I answered, ‘Yes,’ and they kindly took my word for it.” “Sounds like the villain in a melodrama, doesn’t it?” said Will. “Indeed it does and I couldn’t believe my own ears; I thought that the newspaper office might not have heard the report correctly as it was over the telephone. So I called up the other morning paper and it was the same story there; but they would not take my word for it and as a result, as you must have seen by the papers, the Daily Mail has only a small report while the other has nothing.” “Some mean work, all right,” his chum indignantly said. “Of course, their school is in no way directly responsible for it. It was probably some outsider or some mean cad that may have done it for pure malice.” “Say, Frank, I have my suspicions about that,” Will said as he suddenly raised his head and looked questioningly at his chum, “I think it was that cad leader of theirs who made that very gentlemanly remark last night at the debate. He ought to have been made to take it back there and then.” “Well, I don’t know. He probably isn’t responsible, but I believe that he is capable of doing such a thing,” Frank reluctantly admitted. Anyhow, we won fairly and that’s all we want. I have to go home now and get to digging into my Law, for I’ve got to pass those exams. So long.” “So long. I’ll meet you at school Monday, old chap.” “All right.” 118 The above conversation took place between the two chums as they accidentally met in a downtown street in Yorkfield, New York, one Saturday morning. It was the day following a decisive debate between the High School of Commerce of that town and the Judson Academy of Judson, N. Y., deciding the championship of New York State, whereby the winner was to receive a silver cup, offered by a magazine to the championship team. The debate was a hot and strong one as championship contests of that kind are wont to be. Both teams were almost equal as regarded their speeches, but the rebuttal decided the winner. The Commerce team went at them with vigor closing in on their opponents slowly but firmly, until Frank who was leader came up, acquitting himself brilliantly, and utterly destroyed their arguments. However, the affirmative, that is the Judson team was to be reckoned with. They came back at them with equal vigor, but they were cornered. They soon became so desperate as to lose all their coolness, which is one of the most unfortunate things for a debating team to do. Their leader, instead of sticking to his arguments, began to slander the other side. The bell rang; the time was up. In a breathless moment the judges wrote their decisions, handed them to the chairman who slowly opened them. “The decision is two to one in favor of the negative,” he slowly pronounced. An uproar greeted the decision. The Commerce delegation cheered and cheered. Everybody shook hands with the winners. All the Commerce admirers were happy beyond expression for the High School of Commerce had won the championship of New York State. n. Three years later we find Frank holding a high position in the First National Bank of New York City. There we see the following scene enacted: “Frank Webster, here is a letter for you.” “Thank you, sir,” our friend from Commerce politely answered and added to himself, “Looks like an epistle fr 5m Will.” He opened the letter and read it. Looking over his shoulders we can see the following: Syracuse, N. Y., Feb. 5, 1915. Dear Frank: I received your letter, and you can be sure I was glad to hear that you were advanced to Second Assistant Paying Teller. I tell you Commerce is a fine school. It can well be proud of itself when it turns out fellows that succeed so admirably. You asked me concerning what I am doing at college. Well, outside of work, nothing much. However, I made the basketball team. I am getting along pretty well in my studies. T tell you. some of the things I learned at Commerce have made the work in college a great deal easier. But let’s get to the most important part of my letter. I’ll bet you’d never guess whom I met here at college; Robert Morganheimer, the fellow that was leader of the Judson Academy debating team, the one that made that remark about your being a “mercenary bookkeeper,” the night of our debate with them, for the championship cup. 119 I have found him no better than when we first ran up against him. In fact he has become a great deal worse. He has entered “Society” as he calls it. That is he has fallen in with a bunch that play cards almost every night till 1:00 A. M., and when they get through, the street is most of the time, to them, like a small boat on a stormy sea. You get me? In other words he is speeding above the limit on the high road to perdition, and not a policeman on the beat to stop him. The other night I was at a “frat” entertainment, and he was there too— one of the few times that has found us on the same stamping ground. We got to talking about old times, for here friendliness is the fashion, and he asked me if I knew what you were doing. I told him you were working at the First National Bank of New York. “0, is that so?” said he. “My old man is president of that bank,” and at this his chest stuck out about five feet in the air, as if he had put his father there. I then broke the news to him that you had just been advanced, and maybe I was not some chesty too. He turned up his nose and said sneeringly, “I suppose he must have bribed the Cashier to get there.” Well, was I mad? You couldn’t express it. I couldn’t control myself. I made a swing at him, but the fellows just caught my arm and held it. I tell you if this had happened in any other place, he would have been sorry all his life for it. The boys saved him. I had to cool down as we weren’t in the ring. He was as pale as a ghost. I told him to take it back, or I’d make him swallow his words, and he apologized. He won't say anything like that again, to my face, no knowing what he will do, though, on the sly. If you ever meet him, be on your guard. Well, I suppose, I have bored you enough and will have to close. Congratulating you on your advancement and hoping it will become a frequent occurrence to you, I remain Your friend. Will Thompson “That cad doesn’t deserve to be hit,” was all that Frank exclaimed and, folding the letter, he quietly went back to his work. III. A glance at the First National Bank of New York, five years later, shows us Frank Webster occupying the position of First Assistant Cashier, to which he has just been advanced. But whom do we find in the position just below him. It is Robert Morganheimer occupying the position of Second Assistant Cashier. Frank deserved the position he had. The Cashier was an honest man and worked for efficiency in every way possible, ne knew that Frank was the best man for the position and he fought for that idea. When he tried to advance Frank to the position, however, Mr. Morganheimer intercepted and overruled him. A heated discussion followed. President and Cashier cooled down only after they agreed to take the question up at the next meeting of the Board of Directors. 120 There, the same thing happened. The other directors wanted to let the Cashier have his way, but the power of Mr. Morganheimer was so great that they had to side with the president. The Cashier became angry at this and threatened to resign. The directors began to rebel also, at seeing this turn of affairs. The president then made a frantic attempt to get the place for his son. In this he failed, and now he saw his designs in danger of being utterly frustrated. He made a final effort to prevent Frank from being advanced to the position, but in vain, for the Cashier would not yield in the least, and Frank was advanecd. While Mr. Morganheimer was obliged to accept for his son the place vacated by Frank. However, that is another story. Let us return to Robert Morganheimer. He is sitting at his desk brooding and mumbling to himself. If we listen closely, we can make out what he is saying: “I'll get even with that fellow, Frank, for doing me out of that place. The nerve that the beggar has shown by playing on the sympathies of the Cashier and getting the place when my father is the president of this bank! I'll get even with him all right. The question of how I can do it alone remains to be solved. He sat there, his head in his hands, a frown on his face, brooding and thinking. He looked the part of a perfect conspirator. “I have it, he almost shouted as he sprang from his chair, shaking his fist, with a look of devilish glee on his face. “He signs all Cashier Checks. I’ll forge a check, payable to bearer, with his name and he’ll get caught, appropriating money after it is cashed. But, he hesitated, “I might get caught. He considered the full import of his last words. However, such a plan of getting even, appealed to him too much to be given up. “It’s a good idea though. I’ve got to get even with him. O. he suddenly cried, as a new thought struck him, “I can get the check cashed and pay my ‘private’ debts with the money. I am hard-up at present and the old man is getting tight-fisted, so I can kill two birds with one stone. I’ll make it safe enough so I can’t get caught. IV. “Frank, come here just for a second, the Cashier called. “Yes, sir, what is itf he asked as he came up. “I have here a Cashier’s Check, signed by you, for $2,000 that is recorded in payment of a draft, record of which I cannot find in the files. Have you any idea where it is or whether it was received at allf “Let me seek the check, Mr. Winthrop, and I may be able to tell you, Frank said as he took the paper from the Cashier’s hand and scrutinized it carefully. “I don’t remember ever giving out such a paper at all, but it looks like my signature though. he said after a while. “Is it recorded in all the books T 121 “Yes. The issuing of the check is recorded, but there is do entry of a draft such as is mentioned iu the records.” “We’ll have to ask Mr. Morganheimer, Jr. He attends to the drafts.” Frank said. “All right,—Robert, I want to see you for a while.” “Yes, sir,” Robert Morganheimer said as he came up. His knees suddenly became weak, his face pale, as he said to himself, “It’s coming.” “Here is a check that has been issued in payment of a draft of which there is no trace whatever. Do you know anything of it?” the Cashier asked. “Just a minute, I will look in my books,” he answered. Hoping to strengthen a suspicion that he felt sure was resting on his rival, he made a show of looking carefully through his books. “No, sir, I can’t find any trace of it?” he finally said, “and I am sure that I have recorded everything, according to your directions. The Cashier looked worried. He knew that Frank’s honesty was unquestionable. But everything seemed to point to Frank as the guilty party. “Well Frank, we have made a thorough search for it before and can’t find it. It throws a suspicion on you. What have you to say.” “Sir,” he answered, “I am absolutely innocent.” “I am sure you are innocent. However, we will have to see Mr. Morganheimer. Somebody must have been a little careless. I cannot see how this turn of affairs could have happened otherwise. You had better come along also, Robert.” he said as they walked toward the president’s office. “Well, what is it?” Mr. Morganheimer asked as he looked up. The Cashier then explained the whole matter to him. The president’s face became grave when the Cashier finished. A look of anxiety, that had swept over his face at hearing the account and seeing his son, gave place to one of hope as he glanced at Frank and felt that he read guilt. “Well, what do you make of the matter?” he asked Mr. Winthrop. “Appearances are against Frank, but I cannot believe he would do anything of such a nature.” Mr. Morganheimer studied for a long time. Meanwhile Frank was as pale as a sheet. Ilis knees shook. Visions of the penitentiary flitted before his eyes. Who could have written this check, and, how had this state of affairs come about? These questions passed through his mind one after the other. Had he forgotten that he had written it? No. Besides, he always kept records of the checks he wrote, and he had none of this one. Had he let somebody else write it and then signed it himself? But, no, he never did that, and his memory was not conscious of doing it. He racked his brain for ways in. which this check could be accounted for and then turned down every one. At last he gave up in utter despair. Then he saw his mother, a widow, weeping for him and hiding her face from the world because of the shame that had come to her innocent son, for she would feel sure he could be nothing but innocent. How she, who had struggled in his boyhood so fiercely to drive the wolf from her door and to keep the 122 roof over their head, might now feel when a worse calamity should overwhelm her in her last days. She would die if her son were proved a criminal. lie reeled as he saw this and caught hold of a chair just in time to save himself from falling. “Young man, what have you to say?” The words of the president fell on his ear like a thunderbolt. Making an almost Herculean effort to keep calm, he said, “Sir, I know nothing about the check.” “But you see we have the paper here with your own signature as you acknowledge. How could it have gotten past you when you signed it? “I never signed that check at all, although the signature looks like mine. It is a forgery,” bravely asserted Frank, trusting that his innocence would be established. “Well sir, the only way to settle that, is in the court. I’ll have to call the police,” arid so saying Mr. Morganheimer picked up the telephone receiver. Frank dropped into a chair; he could hardly breathe, and hope seemed to give place to despair. “Arrested,” the word came unconsciously. “Before you act hastily, sir,” the cashier suddenly interrupted, “You should be sure. Have we not, just now in the bank, a hand-writing expert? Have him tell you whether the signature is false or true.” The President again showed that look of anxiety, as he recalled that a hand-writing expert had been only that day called in to test the validity of a paper that bore his own signature. Frank’s face lit up at that little gleam of hope. “It is unnecessary,” Mr. Morganheimer said, “but it can do no harm.” He accordingly called the expert, who immediately entered the office. “Mr. Penman, here is a check with a doubtful signature. I would like to know whether it is false or not.” “Can I have a few specimens of the real signature,” said the expert, hoping in this case he could readily come to a decision and retrieve his reputation, which was almost lost by his failure to decide the validity of a paper that very morning. “Certainly. Frank, sign your name a few times here, and Mr. Winthrop. will you please bring in our copy of Mr. Webster’s signature.” Frank signed in an easy manner, and soon the Cashier returned with the regular signature, which tallied exactly with the last. The expert examined them closely and then examined the check. He took out a lens and a rule, drew a few lines on the check and the specimens, and examined them very closely. Meanwhile each held his breath, awaiting the verdict. Was it to be “No”? Was it to be “Yes”? Frank balanced himself by gripping his chair. “No” would mean the penitentiary for him and poverty for his mother. “Yes” he would stay. The expert looked up. He began to speak. 123 “It is—” Frank’s heart stopped. He looked intensely at the expert, awaiting the final words which would mean “Yes” or “No”. “------ a forgery.” Frank almost jumped for joy. A cry came from the other end of the room. They all turned in that direction. Robert was there. His face was haggard. His hands were tearing his hair. “I forged it,” he groaned. “You,” they all cried. “Yes, I did it to get even.” There was an uncanny pause, only to be interrupted by Mr. Morganheimer who was sitting in his chair half angry and half grieving. “I cannot prosecute my own son. and I cannot allow' anybody else to prosecute him. He will have to leave and I will return the money,” he said as he slowly shook his head. “My signature too? Did you forge that”? “No. This is my first crime. I was jealous—I was mad to do it. Dad, give me one more chance. Let me stay here and I will earn enough to return the money. Just give me one more chance.” “I can’t let you stay here, son, I can’t do it. I-” “Sir, give him another chance. He’ll make good this time.” It was Frank’s voice that interrupted. Mr. Morganheimer was astounded. He couldn’t understand it. He turned to the Cashier. “What do you say, Mr. Winthrop.” “I would advise you to give your son another chauce. He’ll make good this time,” the Cashier slowly answered. “Thank you very much. I will do it.” At the side Frank was struggling with himself. Across his mind flashed the memories of the times he had been slighted by the boy that was now in trouble. Remembrances of the debate. WTill’s letter, and, finally, the forged check, passed in succession across his mind, lie struggled and struggled, now his hate on account of wrongs, and now his generous impulses gained the upper hand. But at last the better side of his nature triumphantly became the conqueror. He walked up to Robert and extended his hand. “Shake.” “Do you really mean it?” Robert asked as he swallowed hard. “Yes,” Frank answered and they clasped hands firmly as a sign of the friendship that was to exist ever afterward. “Well, you’re white,” Robert said with emotion. “I thought that you were my enemy because I was jealous of you, so I wronged you from the start; but now I see clearly that it was I who was in the wrong and your enemy. By your nobility you have totally disarmed me of resentment. In my arrogance I applied a fine sounding epithet to you, which I now recall. “Mercenary,” you are not. You may be able to run a typewriter, but, what is of greater import, you have the ability to run the human machine. Because of your manliness you can control even a college fellow. You’re white, that’s all there is to it.” HERMAN KAPLAN, ’12. 124 Att 3nk 5attlrs i)lUi)qitg (Continued from 1911.) H, I’m so glad that it’s Friday night. Maybe I can talk to myself a little while now. I always have to keep quiet during school time for fear of disturbing those studious children in the study-room. I’m afraid I’ll burst one ot these times, because I do so love to talk. I must be very careful what I say these days, for last year, just about this time, I happened to be talking to myself and about a month after I heard some one reading from a green-backed book and they read just what I had said. They called the book an Annual, but I can’t understand what they are talking about half of the time. My! but it does beat all how those kids find things out. Why they even know months beforehand when they are going to have a day or two of vacation. I remember perfectly, how on one bright September day, I heard a boy telling his chum about all the vacations they were going to have that year. He had even figured out on what day school should close in May. Wasn’t he a fine calculator? He must have been at the head of his class in calculus. This is a fine school. Why, they even teach the boys how to yell till their lungs nearly burst. They holler all kinds of things about shakadaroos and shubygaboos, until I hardly know where I am. I think I’ll be a stationary dictionary soon, for every day I hear about half a dozen different spelling lessons. The other day I found out what I was. Two girls were learning the definitions of their spelling words. Two of the definitions went right home to me, and they stayed there too. They were mighty high-sounding words that I thought only dignified professors and some members of the faculty would know anything about. It seems almost sacrilegious to hear those little children, (“Flats” as some of the older ones call them), roll forth those magnificent, soul inspiring, hair-raising, blood curdling, harmonious words, just as if they were silver-tongued orators. (My but I’m glad that’s gone). Those large words nearly choke me, because I hear so many of them every day, and I can’t repeat them. Well, as I was saying to myself some time ago, I heard these two grand words which seemed to adhere to my mind as closely as sticky flypaper sticks to a black, cross-eyed cat in summer time. The first little girl piped in a little voice, “Say, do you know the definitions of optimist and pessimist? They sound so much alike that I don’t know which definition belongs to which word. Do you know what they are, Sadie?” Then midget number two piped up in her little, wee voice and said, “Well, I think I do, Bessie. You know our teacher counts the missing of one definition as two words, and do you think I want to join the 3:15 Spelling Club? Well, I think not! The members meet every Tuesday afternoon after school and have awful jolly good times, but I’d rather go home than go out at night, and buy ice-cream and peanuts, the way all big girls do. It’s just grand. You ought to try it some time. I tell you what we’ll do, Sadie. I’ll call for you next Sunday evening, and we’ll go to Elmer’s and buy ice-cream, and then go home about eight o’clock, just the way all society people do. It will be fine. You ask your mother, Sadie, and I’ll call for you. Oh! My Goodness! Look at that clock! What shall I do? There’s only five more minutes before the bell rings, and I’ve never even looked at my spelling. Give me that book. Quick. Don’t be so awful slow. Some day when you start out for school I wish your mother would chase the dog after you, and make you hurry. Then if she chases the dog faster, the dog would chase you fast, and then you’d all be nice and warm. (I tell you what, Sadie, I’ve learned how to be economical since I studied economy). Why just think! You wouldn’t need any fire in the house! Well now, let me see. What on earth were we talking about before we started talking our last talk? Oh yes! It was about those definitions. An optimist is one who always looks on the bright side of things, and a pessimist is one who always looks on the dark side of things.” Just then the bell rang and the two girls hurried away. Well, that set me thinking. I just applied it to myself. Last year at the time of my dreadful calamity, (I can’t forget the audacity of those children listening to me), I was situated on the side of the study-room opposite the window’s. It wasn’t very light over there, and I always had to look at the wall because my face was turned that way, and I can’t turn around very well. Once in a while someone opened one of the doors near me, and let in a bright streak of light, but he always shut the door immediately. These streaks frightened me because they were alw'ays so unexpected, and usually occurred when I was seriously meditating on some topic. Why, a person couldn’t be more frightened if he was on a little sail-boat out on the middle of the ocean on a wild, stormy night, than I was on those awrful occasions. Well, as I said before, that wall was always dark, and as I always looked on the dark side of things, I must have been a pessimist. This winter I was placed on the side of the room nearest the window's, and nowr I look on the bright side of things, therefore I must be an optimist. This school is a wonderful place. Early in the morning I can see the sun rise (if it does), and I stay at school all day, and at night I talk a while and then drop off to sleep. Sometimes I w'ake up in the middle of the night, when it’s awful dark and creepy, and I can hear the rats and mice running all over the floor and the desks, picking up crumbs that the boys and girls drop on the floor at lunch time. I’m nearly tired to death of their midnight feasts. They even get up on the desks and bounce me up and down and stuff me full of old crumbs which they find. I’ve sworn off eating so much and now' I live mostly on fresh air, geometry, calculus. (I’m not quite sure about that one), and arithmetic, civics, economics, and a number of other interesting things. I wish I could study economy, I’m sure I’d put it in practice more than those children do, (I mean those who spill their crumbs on the study-room floor when teacher isn’t looking). Why I’d eat every one of them if I died in the attempt. Oh, I wdsh it wouldn’t get dark so soon. Every night about this time, I hear queer noises, and I always imagine that all those dozens of bottles down in the 12G chemistry room are coming up to torment me. The smallest will be first, followed by larger ones; they’ll march up the steps in single file, and come and surround me. I suppose they’ll nearly tease me to death and then explode and kill me with all their old acids, and bases, and sulphides. Well, such is life at night. My! What do I smellt Cheese, combustified hydrogen of zinc, oranges, or—Bless my soul! It’s doughnut crumbs, right on this very desk! Oh, now for a grand old feast before I lay me down to sleep. EMMA APPLEBY, 1912. Eljp (EanMfmtrs THE school bell rang and a large group of excited boys, ranging from fourteen to twenty years of age, dispersed with reluctance. After lunch they had all gathered in the Gymnasium to talk over the prospects in Baseball, for the Spring. It was the latter part of February, basket-ball was over and the next thing of interest would be baseball. And so after hastily eating their lunch, they gathered in groups and took note of this or that new candidate and bewailed the fact that the best pitcher the school afforded, had graduated and without him the team would be incomplete. The sudden and mysterious disappearance of most of the boys at noon, for about a week, led to the discovery that these secret meetings were being held. They were not prevented, however, from holding them, except that the ones concerned must be punctual at the next class. Thus it had gone on day after day and at last a notice was posted on the bulletin board, one day, that the candidates for baseball were to report at the “Gym” the following day after school. The next day the fellows strolled in, both in groups and individually. Jim Lawrence, the big captain, was there before the others, and as they filed in, he took mental note of each and wondered if he would be favorable or not. This was his senior year at Verdi High School and he hoped to make it a success. He wanted his team to have a victorious season and as he viewed them all together he thought he could accomplish his purpose. There were about forty candidates, four or five of whom were those who had played the year before. There were some there too, who had nearly made the varsity team the year before and hoped to fill the places left vacant by the graduates. One of these was a fellow of eighteen years, of strong build, with dark hair and blue eyes. He was known as “Beauty Dawson,” because he evidently made people know he was good looking and with the aid of plenty of money, he attempted to domineer over all those who came near him. He intended to make an illustrious record for himself as the “pitcher of the Verdi High School Nine.” He also expected to be captain for the next year. He had no doubts as to being pitcher, for the position was vacant and he was acknowledged to be the best in the school at the time. As he stepped into the line of candidates, he got directly behind a tall, broad-shouldered fellow of about seventeen years, who was studying some 127 lesson while waiting for his turn to come. Tie was a good looking fellow with clear-cut feature, light hair and blue eyes. Ilis clothes were neat and of a dark color, a direct contrast to those worn by Dawson which were conspicuous for brightness and the variety of colors. At the first glance Dawson knew this fellow was a new pupil, for he hadn’t seen him before. He wondered what position he was trying for. He turned to one of his companions and said in a voice, loud enough to be heard, “Say, I wonder who that Hayseed is yonder that’s studying so hard. Looks like a regular mamma-boy, doesn’t he.’’ The last remark was greeted by a boisterous laugh by Dawson’s friends. But further conversation was cut short and the line moved up. The young stranger was apparently cool, but his eyes flashed while attempting to answer the coach’s questions. “Name?” “William Webber.” “Age?” “Seventeen.” “Ever played before?” “A little.” “What position?” “Pitcher.” At the mention of pitching, Dawson straightened up, surprised, and angry that anybody should presume to take his position. Later his anger grew into hatred for the stranger. About a week afterward, the weather being pleasant, practice began. The experienced players were placed in their old positions: Hamilton, as catcher. Ward as 1st baseman, Howell as 2nd baseman. Madden as shortstop and Lawrence as 3rd baseman. Substitutes were placed in the other positions while a second team was formed out of the best of those that were left. Dawson was placed as pitcher for the first team while Webber was given the same position on the second. April second, the first game was played with Lawreneeville School. The day was clear and brisk. The game was to be played on Verdi's grounds at two o’clock in the afternoon. Both teams were anxious and nervous although they denied this fact. The first inning ended without either side scoring. At the end of the fourth inning the score was 4 to 2 in favor of Lawreneeville. Dawson’s arm was tired, apparently, for his pitching had no vim in it. The deliveries were all of the same kind and seemingly very familiar to the opposing team. Good fielding on the part of the Verdi’s, however, prevented the score from going higher. The Coach disliked taking Dawson out because he was not sure of the quality of Webber’s pitching. But he knew he would have to do something, for at the end of the fifth inning. Dawson was exhausted and the score favored the opposing team. At the beginning of the sixth inning the Coach crossed the field and motioned for Webber. The boy needed but one bidding. Dawson, however, would not agree to go out of the game without making some trouble. He looked at ■Webber and muttered, “Mamma-boy,” and walked off the field. The game began in earnest then for the new pitcher inspired confidence in his team-mates. His pitching was a mystery to the Lawreneeville team and as the first man 128 struck out and the second one did the same, they began to grow alarmed. The surprise, however, was not limited to these for the Coach now blamed himself for having given Dawson so much attention and letting this fellow shift for himself. The game ended with a score of 10 to 8 in favor of Verdi. Dawson sulked, secretly mortified that the game had been won without him. Some of the glory which had fallen to his lot until now, was transferred to Webber. Honors, however, were now evenly divided, as Dawson and Webber pitched alternately. Dawson was looking forward to pitching the last game because Webber was to pitch the preceding one and the captaincy, in a great measure, depended on the final playing. The game was the deciding one of Walton and Verdi High Schools. A pennant was to he awarded to the winner. These schools had been rivals for several years and the balauce had hung pretty even, until they agreed that this game should decide the championship. The game started and Dawson began to pitch with a swaggering air, glad that he had triumphed over Webber. The thoughts of the captaincy were running through his mind and he was wondering whom they would dare to nominate against him when his election was so positive. Suddenly he heard somebody call from the grandstand, “Say, beauty, wake up, this isn't practice.” Anger surged over him, that anyone should call to the future captain in that way. He capped the climax by sending the next ball wide from the plate. The Coach, disgusted with his poor attempt at pitching, motioned for Webber to take his place. Dawson, hardly believing this, did not move at first until he heard the cries from the grandstand, “Don’t you know enough to walk when you're told to, Beauty,” or “Hurry up, Beauty, clear out, we want to see some pitching.” Angry at himself and at those around him, he retreated to the sidelines and the game went on. It was a hard fought contest and the score persisted in being tied. At the beginning of the ninth inning, it was 5 to 5. The Waltons batted first. The first man went to first base on balls, the second struck out, the third batted a “grounder” which gave him time to get to first base. The next man was put out at first base. There were two men on bases now, 2nd and 3rd, and two men out. Webber noticed that the man on third was trying to steal home and caught him with a quick turn and throw to third, when lie was not watching. Then the Verdi boys came in resolved to raise the score. Their playing was similar to that of the other team. There were two men out and two men on bases when Webber’s turn came to bat. One of Dawson’s friends called out, “Mamma’s-boy is going to try to bat.” Webber heard it and gritted his teeth. The first ball he did not strike at, the second he missed. The excitement in the grandstand was felt by the batter. He knew he would have to strike at the next for he would be sure to miss the last. He struck and the bat and ball met with a clear, sharp crack. He started to run, for although the ball had gone out beyond the outfielder who was playing in too far, he would have to hurry. He passed first, second, then third and the cries of 129 “Home!” “Home!” made him run the faster. He heard the shrill, “slide!” and he slid, reaching the plate a second before the ball did. The game ended with a score of 8 to 5 in favor of Verdi. The boys lifted Webber to their shoulders and paraded around the field. Many were the “three times three for Webber” given. The election, the following day. was a unanimous victory for the hero. Dawson, after hearing the result, quit Verdi High School and started in at another school where, he said. “Decent playing would be appreciated.” AMANDA HEIMBERGER, 1912. Aintt halite's (Chirkrn Supper AN unpainted, weather stained cabin, stood in the midst of a group of beautiful Carolina palm trees, and in their shade romped a little pickaninny. His big, dark eyes rolled and sparkled with delight as the delicious cool breeze played with his dusky curls, that hung about his shoulders. Yes. Jim had curls; not tight woolly ones, but beautiful, soft, silky curls. As he stood on his little bare toes to reach a big, glossy leaf that hung down, he heard a voice from behind. The voice belonged to Jim's grandfather, who had just come out of the cabin. He was well known, in the little near-by town of Sanford, by the name of Henry Patrick, for he was head deacon in the Methodist Church and in his younger days had been the most powerful singer in the congregation. “Now. Jim. I reckon you bettah jest ’have yourself dis here day, ’cause yer ole mudder is guan ter hab chicken for supper, an’ if 1 sen’ you all to bed you doan git none.” Henry was a bow-legged, stooped, white-haired negro, who appeared to be eighty years old. but in reality he had not passed his sixtieth birthday. Jim didn't get a chicken supper every day and he naturally became interested in the prospect of one so soon to come. “Lawdy. Mister Henry Patrick. I’se did all you don’ tol’ me an I aint deserbin’ ob dis here talkin’,” answered Jim, rolling his eyes and grinning at his grandfather, for Jim knew how to be polite, but he didn’t make use of his knowledge unless he could attain his desired result in no other way. “Jim,” the old man’s voice was one of command now, “you jest go long right smart an’ git dat wood for your mudder.” Since Henry was too lazy to do anything else. Aunt Sallie, his wife, had always insisted that he should carry in wood, and Jim on any other occasion would have reminded his white-haired grandparent of this fact, but a chicken supper was a chicken supper. Jim took the wood into the kitchen and for once was careful to get it into the box and not on the white, newly-scrubbed floor. “Jim.” the voice was like a man’s, “Jim! You heali me? I aint guan ter call you all day.” Jim didn’t answer other then to roll his eyes and grin. 130 “Stan there an grin! Where am dat ignorant ole man of yourn? I done tell him ter fetch dat ’ar wood. You go long wid you an tell him fo' to git hisself long here right smart, ’fore I comes arter him.” Jim knew too well what was coming and decided to champion his grandmother no matter to what extremes the case might go. For every time in the family jars that had arisen, since he could remember, his grandmother, right or wrong, had come out victor. In the meantime Henry had goue to the stable; his usual retreat. Jim started on a run but soon stopped. The idea of a coming conflict appealed to his excitable imagination. “The longer it takes him to get there the moah he’ll kotch it,” mused the curly headed, grinning little imp of darkness. Henry was talking to a younger fellow who pretended to work, but who loafed around the stables, which belonged to “Mas'r Harry.” a prosperous southern gentleman, and .apparently didn’t like the thought of being interrupted by Jim. “You jes run chil’ an doan you bodder me no moah.” “Mammy, she done tell me for to tell you to git long heah right smart.” Henry’s stooped shoulders straightened and his bowed legs sprung a sharper cum as he yelled at the boy. “You jes tell dat ole woman ob mine dat she aint got no string on me.” Jim had accomplished what he intended, so he started back at once in order to cut off any contradiction that his worthy old grandfather might add. The half hour that had elapsed since Aunt Sallie had sent Henry for wood was sufficient cause to put her into a sweet mood. “Where am dat ole man?” greeted Jim when he put his head in at the door. “My pop”—Jim’s father died before his boy was old enough to know him and Henry had been “Pop” to Jim from the time the little fellow was old enough to talk. “My pop, he said you doan got no string on him an he aint cornin’ for you all.” Aunt Sallie’s fat sides shook as she laughed, a derisive, malignant laugh, and she waddled out through the door-way. Her head bobbed up and down as she grumbled to herself about the good for nothing “ole man what I done got to keep.” After Jim had informed Henry that his presence was desired at the cabin, and then had left no chance for him to add a favorable message for Aunt Sallie, Henry decided that he had better busy himself some'place where she would not be apt to look for him. As a rule he could walk to Sanford in an hour, but he was in a hurry today and covered the distance in a remarkably short time. He stayed in town until he thought Aunt Sallie’s temper would have cooled, and strange to say arrived home just in time for the chicken supper. The fact that no one eats at Aunt Sallie’s table without an invitation accounts for the anxious look on Jim’s face and also for the uncomfortable angle 131 at which Henry sat in his corner, on a cane seated chair. The chair was, however, minus the cane seat with the exception of a fringe around the inside of the frame. Aunt Sal lie arranged the tempting dishes on the crimson table cloth, and after a self-satisfied look at the result she turned to Jim. “Jim, you has been a good chile an your ole mammy is mighty proud ob you. Jes pull your chair up to dis heah table an I’ll git you some ob dis chicken.” A cunning smile played round the corner of her mouth and a queer light shone in her eyes. Now if Jim had been anxious before, he was astonished this time for Henry had always been the first told, that he should come to the table and Jim always followed. His face nowr took on a troubled, anxious look, at he stood on one foot by his chair. “Set down chile, set down! I reckon you doan eat your supper standin’ dat 'ar way.” Aunt Sallie smiled wickedly as she seated herself and urged Jim to eat. “Neber ’fore dis time did I ebber hab sech a fat tendah fowl as what dat one am.” As she spoke thus to Jim she watched Henry, out of the corner of her eye, to see just what effect her words had on him. Henry was gazing longingly at the delicious bite that Jim was just about to put into his mouth. She was satisfied with Henry but believed that he needed still more practical admonition. “Hab some ob dis graby on your taters, Jimf It’ll make your mawf wattah all over your face. It jes does my heart good to see you eat dat ’ar way. —Um! ----! dat am a sure ’nuff fine bird.” Jim’s eye happened to catch sight of Henry’s face and a guilty look flashed over his own. For a minute he was decidedly uncomfortable but consoled himself with the thought that it was all Aunt Sallie’s doing. Nevertheless, the next bite of chicken was mighty hard to swallow. To see Aunt Sallie and Jim devouring this delicious meal was more then Henry could stand. He could wait no longer but cautiously drew his chair toward the table. “Nigger,” yelled Aunt Sallie, holding her head as high as her thick, short neck permitted. “You jes gwan out in dat ’ar kitchen. You can hab your suppah out dar. We doan want none ob you in dis room!” “Now—now’—jes you let me set here long side ob you Sallie, you done cooked a mighty fine suppah you has.” His attempt to pacify his irate spouse was indeed in vain for she had seemingly determined not to be pacified. “You done run roun’ dat town all day an’ you aint eben chopped a stick ob wood for my fiah! I aint got no call for to keep sech a lazy nigger. You jes gwan back to town an ax them to gib you some suppah. I’se jes gwan to quit dis workin’ all day to keep the likes ob you.” 132 Poor old Henry’s knees shook under him and his eyes could find nothing to look at but the floor and for some reason or other he felt that the blow was yet to come. Aunt Sallie put her hands on her hips and continued her speech. “What you s’pose the Lawd made you fort Jes to look at? Answer me dat nigger! Lawdy no! He doan make ugly niggers jes to look at,” and as if to give the effect of her words the greater strength, the knot of wool on the back of her head, which was already fairly tight, she wound up with such a vicious twist that her skull, had it been able, would have shrieked the protest it must have felt. In the midst of this action she finished her tirade. “He made ’em to work an’ dat’s jes what you is gwin to do.’’ “Now—Now—jes let—jes—why—” “Shet up your inawf till I gets done talkin’.” “Sallie, I’se been a-” “Shet up I tell you! When I gets my say all done you wont want no say. Mas’r Henry he come down here dis berry mawnin’ for you. He says no reason why you can’t work at his stables an I jes said as how you’d be up dar bright an early in the mawnin’.” Henry’s mouth gaped wide open and his eyes seemed to start from his head. Henry hadn’t worked regularly for two hours, continuous labor, since he married Aunt Sallie and it was certainly a great blow to his pride to be sent to work after being supported by his wife so long. Ilis hands went to his head to be sure he wasn’t dreaming and when he decided that he must be awake, he heard her say, “Youse a goin’ nigger! Youse a goin’.” Then her face softened and she spoke in a tone more like the one she ordinarily used. “Secin’ how early you’ll hab to get up an how hard you'll hab to work you ken jes set down an hab some suppah wid Jim an me.” Henry shuffled to the table and sat down mechanically. Aunt Sallie could certainly not have dreamed of more satisfactory results for Henry was completely cowed. Do what he would that awful word—WORK—stared him in the face. He was so thoroughly shocked at the turn affairs had taken that he forgot to eat until Aunt Sallie shoved a heaped plate before him and reminded him of his natural appetite for chicken, by saying: “Eat hearty ole man, it’s the berry last meal your Aunt Sallie's gwan to earn for you! You’ll do the bread earnin’ from dis day on.” Jim’s eyes were full of unshed tears for he had never known his grandfather to do a half day’s work. He soon noticed that in spite of the fact that Henry hated work as a cat hates a cold shower bath, he was enjoying Aunt Sal-lie’s chicken supper. Jim’s dear little heart beat with joy, for after all he loved both his grandparents dearly and he reasoned that work was not such a terrible thing for Pop Henry, after all, since he seemed to forget all about its terror as he bent his energies on Aunt Sallie's chicken supper. ALVERNA RUSSELL. 1913. 133 ffiatuiratarg 9al?0man0i?tp MR. HOOVER, having just completed a most satisfactory term’s work in salesmanship, closed the book and said to the pupils, “Do you know what salesmanship is like now?” The pupils unanimously agreed that they knew all there was to salesmanship. “And now',” said Mr. Hoover, after giving the class a few final suggestions about the subject, “to apply your knowledge, you may make an actual test of progressive salesmanship. The class will meet me tomorrow at Blank’s store and there study actual sales and report thereon for the concluding lesson on this important subject.” On the next morning, therefore, which happened to be a pleasant morning in February, the class of which I was a member, visited one of the largest stores in the city. As we arrived at the place, a classmate and I w-ere told to visit three salesmen. Of course we were given instructions first, by Mr. Hoover, who never fails in directions of how to do things. One of the instructions was. “Go and see how they sell things, but do not buy anything.” As this looked cheap, (if I may use the word), we decided to go to a lady we knew’, (for convenience I will call her Miss Myth) and have her refer us to some saleslady, who could tell us how she approached a customer; this would save us the embarrassment of getting information free of charge; but to our great disappointment, Miss Myth was not, at that time, on this floor. Consequently we went down to another floor where she was supposed to be, and waited for her. As we left the elevator the floor manager asked us w'hat we wanted. Before I go any farther. I must tell you, this floor was devoted entirely to women’s gowns, suits and cloaks. Can you imagine how we two boys felt, waiting on THIS FLOOR! The floor manager did all he could toward finding our saleslady for us, but he could not locate her. Time flew by. No skyrocket ever went faster. We thought the manager took us for some suspicious characters, for he passed us so continuously, and every time eyed us closely. When by chance we happened to see three lamps, above the clock, suddenly light, we thought this was surely the signal for a detective. Now the detective of this store is a woman, and we were beginning to feel more than a little nervous, for what can a woman not detect! To save ourselves from further surveillance we told the manager just why we wanted to see this special lady. Yes we made a clean breast of it and told him that we were from the High School of Commerce and that we were to study salesmanship first hand from three salesmen, who strange to say in this case were salesladies. The floor manager won our hearts by his sympathizing manner. He immediately called a saleslady and told her in a way that meant business, to wait on us, and show us that they had goods worth buying. This was a great surprise to both of us, as we are not at the present time greatly interested in ladies’ suits. But we could not get out of the dilemma, so we decided to take things in 134 the way they came. We were in with hands and feet; ensnared if you please. Luckily the lady he had called was still busy, and this looked like a loop-hole for us, consequently we tried to make an excuse and get off this floor; but the manager immediately called a saleslady who was not busy. He said to her, “Show’ these gentlemen a suit,” acting very nicely about it, and we wondered whether he was doing this to try our mettle or to give us information. Then the fear came that maybe he thought we were “sharps” and not believing our account, had seut for an officer to arrest us. We were taken to the front of the floor, where we were asked to sit down; next a big chair was set before us, on which the suits we were shown were laid. Of course we had to act seriously about our pretended purchase. We had now' more than “Double double, toil and trouble.” We had treble. We were still afraid of being considered suspicious characters; we feared making ourselves ridiculous in the eyes of the saleslady who was really pretty, hence attractive; but most of all we feared that our “practical lesson” might turn out a failure. So we went headlong at our task of testing the art of salesmanship. My classmate and I posed as brothers although at one glance people would say, we do not in the least look alike. Acting seriously all along, we told the saleslady we wanted to buy a suit for mother. First of all we were shown a linen suit wrhich was valued at $45.00. We were told that a great many linen suits were worn by people who travel. After we had looked at the goods awhile, the saleslady happened to ask what size our mother wore. My supposed elder brother said, thirty-eight as soon as the question came. Wise boy! How could he happen to strike just the right size, for the saleslady seemed satisfied that that was a good number. I admired his resourcefulness, until I happened to glance at a ladies’ coat that he was studying closely, and saw in the label “Price $40.00, Size 38.” Then came suits galore. We told the saleslady we wanted to buy a black suit for mother. And although she had been tempting us with a navy blue suit, she immediately said that “ladies always looked well in black.” Finally the saleslady picked out a black suit, and told us this one would be suitable for our mother and cost $25.00. If I had told her what I judged it was worth, she would probably have told me something of the value of serges, but I let the opportunity pass. She saw that we seemed still undecided and told us that they had run out of suits to some extent, but she could show us some fine cloaks. By the looks of the big pile of suits she bad brought out, I thought she ought to learn how to count; but we told her we were interested in a suit not a cloak. This buying business was now going so far that we were on the verge of buying the suit. At least she seemed to think so, and I know if I had had twenty-five dollars, she would have had a real instead of a near customer. However for various reasons we refrained from buying and told her we thought we had better bring our mother to the store. She agreed with us saying that it would be better to have the coat tried on and fitted. We promised to bring mother down the following day in a wagon, since as an excuse for our looking, we had intimated that our mother was practically an invalid. 135 We left the floor with all the salesladies looking at us and laughing. After leaving this floor we visited the fob and glove departments, but were not treated as well as in the ladies’ suit department. We found that salesmanship was not an easy job and fo be a good saleslady one had to attend strictly to business, as did the lady in the ladies' suit department. OTTO J. BARTUNEK, 1912. Eljr (Uijarartmatirfi af “(Emnmrrrr” [TOR he’s a jolly good fellow,” sang the chorus as they hung around their A- wounded hero of nineteen eleven, Commerce High. lie sat. soberly viewing, with troubled eyes, the numerous kicks and bruises with which he was covered, and occasionally nursing a battered shin, while his comrades tenderly bandaged, with great solicitude, his wounded members. However, he was not one to bemoan his fate because he had not been the winner, but painfully he arose amidst the cheers of his comrades and, assisted by the eager hands and welcome shoulders of the boys, he was carried back to the field of battle, “with blood in his eye” and the determination to win in his heart, and win he did—in strength and agility; yet not a single victory came to him in the whole year. But his pluck never failed him and, in the next battles waged, in the year nineteen hundred and twelve, many a time he tasted victory. He always played a square game, and then, having won, he insisted upon sharing his hard-earned laurels and fame with his boon companion. School Spirit, whose little sister, Rooters’ Club, had helped him along immensely by coming to witness the fight. Bravely standing on her rather weak little limbs, almost wholly supported by School Spirit, she cheered him valiantly, never once wavering in her applause whether he was the victor or the good loser. Somehow Commerce was very popular wherever he went; the girls all loved him because, though he was at this stage, only a rather tall, angular youth, still he wras so gallant and always “on the job” and on time! Seeing this, the girls never kept him waiting while they curled their hair, or powdered their noses. The fellows liked him because he always held his own, and if he won, he never outgrew his hat and never neglected to treat. If he lost, he never said anything except in praise of his opponents and he set up the ice cream soda all the same. But there was one thing in which young Commerce excelled—Debate. Here he won in every contest and thus earned the “New’s Trophy.” Oh. how he loved to stand up before the audience, friends and foes alike, and state, with great distinctness, his side of the argument! Truly ’twas said, that he presented his case like a veteran lawyer. When Commerce stood on the platform and faced crowded houses, he literally took them by storm because of his manliness and the strength of his arguments. His friends trembled with delight and satisfaction, as Commerce w’ith his sincere, ringing voice gave his views of the question and made his oppon- 130 cots’ arguments stand out in all their weakness. Commerce, however, never failed to give credit for his debating prowess to Mr. McMyler, for whom he always had great respect and to whom, he claimed, all the credit of his speaking belonged. As Commerce developed more mentally, he realized that the theories with which his head had hitherto been filled were not all practical, and that he must indeed learn a great deal if he wished to make his life a success. Following up this idea he studied—no, he didn’t hurt himself and contract brain-fever—but he remembered what he was told and stored it away in a convenient place in his head, where it was always ready for use. He mounted the first step on the ladder of Success but found it to be a stiff climb. This ladder was crowded with all classes of persons, every one struggling to reach the topmost rung. Some reached it and some did not. Many of those who failed to scale the ladder at first, fell to the ground crushed, but rose up again and again, while those with less will and energy remaiued where they had fallen and the people who had once called them “Friend”, looked down at them scornfully and said to one another, “He’s a failure.” Commerce was an energetic young man, but he was pushed back more than once from this goal, Success. Hut nobody got an opportunity to brand him “a failure”, because he didn’t stay down long enough. His training on the losing team had taught him that he should never give up no matter what the odds. Always a determined youth, and ambitious, he climbed steadily upward uutil some years later, in fact in 1920, to be accurate, when Cleveland had become the second city in the United States, we find him managing and practically controlling the commerce, not only of this city but of the world. And as “Commerce” goes steadily forward, the whole world sings the song, “For he’s a jolly good fellow.” DORIS NOBLE. 1913. 137 3ahtB Has any one seen the bird lately ? What bird? Bratburd. Miss Allen (in English): Edwin, what does a vertebra mean? Edwin B.: The vertebra are an important part of the body. Miss A.: Where are your vertebra? E. B.: In my feet. Miss Richardson to student in II D Math, class: .John, what is a straight line? Student: A straight line is a line that is not crooked or bent. If Joe Fox owned a piece of property, would Carl Lease it. If George Bagnall had a bill, would Hazel Foote it. If Frances Straus has a great deal of hair, is Madeleine Archi-bald? If the girls had a race, would Helen Wald-run ? If Bridget and Bertha sang a Carroll in a Chappell, would Bettie be Chlad in Brown? In a tussle would Edna Down Myrtle or Would Myrtle Cain her? Jingles Ruth and Bill Went up the hill To get a pail of water The well was dry And they did try To fish up Campbell, Walter. BETTIE B. CHLAD. Siiiblrs When is a woman not a woman? When she is a ScarfT. A certain student in History of Commerce examination said, “The people coming back from the crusades brought new- words for the dictionary.” Miss Beman: Camilla, what is our Mathematics lesson about? Camilla: Revolution and Evolution. 139 There were two girls from room six, Who did such cute little tricks, We thought they were dandy And bought them some candy These two witty girls from room six. There were two boys from room one, Who when their lessons were done, Strapped books in a hurry, And away they did scurry These two hasty boys from room one. There was a nice teacher named Gehring, Who, we thought, was one time quite daring, When he said, fit to kill, “Won’t you Seniors keep still? If you don’t, I’ll never quit glaring.” There was a tall senior named Margret, Who for questions hard was a target. She’d speak up in a trice And give an answer, so nice, That kind, supercilious Margret. There was once a teacher named Curry, Who never did things in a hurry. Slow, but sure was he And, as all could see, Kind, was this good teacher named Curry. Miss Beman: Define suicide. Student: To die with your will to die. First Flat: “Can you give me change for a nickel?” Second One: “Yes, what do you want, pennies?” Mr. Johnston: “I want every pupil to sign his name on this slip of paper, and be sure to sign the last name first.” Student: “Why can’t we put the first name last?” Mr. Johnston: “Because I told you to do it the other way.” “If Roosevelt was born in New York, where was Edna Born?” 140 Arthur Haas: “Mr. Hoover, I'm awfully sorry, but I can't stay for the orchestra rehearsal, tonight. Mr. Hoover: “Then who will play the drums? Arthur: “Let the base drum. Frieda Lucht: “Can I go up and see Mr. Dutton? Mr. Qehring (with a grin): “I'll tell you when you come back. Mr. Creig: “Now look a’heah, man, fire the boss, don’t let the boss fire you. Mr. Creig: “Take your man out in the woodshed and have an understanding with him. Mr. Creig: “Boys, write the names of five large cities, beginning with C. Student: “Is Chicago a large city? Umbrellas are nice things to have, When the rain is falling fast, And handy things they arc to lose, After the storm is past. But Mr. Gehring. (genius he), Keeps his within close beck. By wearing it, as ornament, Around his graceful neck. Mr. Johnston (addressing Thomas Albertson, who was staying after school): “What are you waiting for Tommy? Tommy (absent-mindedly) : “Oh, the bell. Miss Pardee: “It is believed that Washington never told a lie. Howard Caine: “He might have said. ‘Good Morning’ when it was raining outside. Miss Pittis (in Com. Geography): “I have a little bear at home carved from gypsum, and I’ll bring it down to school some day. Harvey Class (just coming out of a dream): “Is he alive? Little Willie: “Papa, what is a foot ball coach? Pa: “A foot ball coach, my son, is an ambulance. (0 Mr. Evans, what next?) Herr Gehring could tell us all something about German but he could never telephone anything about the language. 141 Mr. Johnston (taking attendance in study room): “ Everybody who is not here today raise their hands.” Mr. Curry: ‘‘Those of you who were here yesterday, and are not here today will please stand.” Mr. Curry (speaking of the absence of ink): “Several districts have gone dry recently, this and the neighboring ward,” and he’s a temperance man. Heard in the region of a Soph home room: E. M.: “We had a test in bookkeeping today.” M. B.: “Did you, what did you have?” E. M.: “Questions.” Sporiirra’ agings Mr. Weimer (In Rhetoricals): “Mr. Hoover is looking for some one he can’t see.” Mr. Weber: “Now in Madison. Wis.” Mr. Harsh: “And the like of that.” Mr. Curry: “Ready, write.” Mr. Heald: “Quit, quitting.” Mr. Ditmer: “Now let’s get still, class.” Mr. Gehring: “Vass iss dass, Anna.” Miss Amidon: “Now pupils.” Mr. Craig: “Up on 3 and 4.” Mr. Warfield: “Foh-wad, ma(r)ch.” Mr. Harrison: “Time.” Miss Bandeen: “Girls.” Mr. McMyler: “Go to the board, class.” Miss Hildreth: “Does every oue know the lesson?” Mrs. Pardee: “What have you in your mouth?” Mr. Mauville: “Now, everybody sing.” Mr. Evans: “What did the Lord give you mouths for, anyhow?’' Mr. Hoover: “It takes some of you all day to get ready.” Mr. Dutton: “You get the idea, don’t you?” Miss ITadlow: “Now turn with me to page 27.” History Teacher: “Frank, who was Americus Vespucius?” Frank (without hesitation): “He was a Portugese salesman.” Mr. Weber (talking of hours of sprinkling): “If any of you doubt Lillian’s statement you might drop into the water department and find out.” 142 Teacher: “Fanny, you may tell us all about the county seat.” Fanny: “Well, the county seat is a board—” Civics Teacher: “Why are all citizens not voters?” Pupil: “Because they do not go to the polls.” Mr. Weber: “Meta, what is a Public Utility?” Meta: “That’s what I was going to ask.” History of Commerce 6th hour: “Arthur, how do cauals abridge distance?” Arthur Haas: “Well, take the Erie Canal for instance, if you wanted to go from New York to Cleveland you would have to go around South America if the canal wasn’t there. Mr. Harsh (to Maurice Kolinsky) : “What is specific gravity?” Maurice: “When a gram of cement weighs 3.5 as much as water, the specific gravity of the cement is 3.5.” Mr. Harsh: “How much water?” Maurice: “Well—er—um— the same weight as the cement.” Mr. Harsh: “Anna, how is petroleum formed?” Anna Oberg: “Well, nobody knows that.” Mr. Harsh: “Yes. I’ll admit it.” Mr. Weber: “Does any one know the depth of Lake Erie?” F. Palevsky: “I think it is fifty feet.” Mr. Weber: “Well, if you are not sure, drop in some day and find out.” John Kozminski: “What are we going to do on our next laboratory day Mr. Harsh?” Mr. Harsh: “I think I will show you how to dye (die) or the like of that.” Miss Arnidon: “Girls and Boys, I will allow one minute for your speeches, so that every pupil may get a chance to recite.” Isaac Lifshitz (in a speech): “Hon. Chairman and worthy classmates: Inasmuch as the U. S. Government has tried to solve the problem of imniigra tion for the last decade. I’ll try to solve it in one minute.” Mr. Curry: “What is the speed sentence, Marie?” M. Casey: “Ten dollars and costs.” Louis Zaks favorite saying: “I am glad I am married now.” Teacher: “What are the four forms of compositions?” Soph: “Exposition, Simile. Metaphor, and Synonyms.” 143 A bright Junior said: “A good bookkeeper may be able to keep some kinds of books, but he can’t keep any that belong to me.” Mr. Harsh: “What is chickory?’’ Julia H: “Something pertaining to chickens.” Miss JPittis: “Ralph, what is a vegetable?” Ralph: “Something that grows.” Clarence: “Well I grow, but I’m no vegetable.” Mr. Griffith (to Mr. Gehring, at annual board meeting) : “Say, little boy, ke6p still and let me do some of the talking.” Mr. Harsh: “What is the formula for water?” Beginner in Chemistry: “ILO,.” Esther Gorie: “Oh dear.” Clyde Enable: “Are you talking to me, Esther.” Mr. Creig (to a student who is busily chewing gum): “Please take that wax out of your mouth and stop making a moving picture out of yourself.” Mr. Ileuld: “Margret, what is an archipelago?” Margret: “It’s a kind of animal that lives in the mountain.” Mr. Weber: “What good is derived from a corporation?” John Mrohaly: “One of the partners supplies the capital while the other does the work and in this way the single man does not have such a large loss.” (An uproar.) Heard in a Commercial Geography class: Miss Pittis: “What are some things not named in the book which are made from corn?” Bright Girl (in a murmur): “Corn plaster.” Sniffles, giggles and gulps from the rear of the room. Arthur Thacker insulted our Joke Editor by pronouncing his name Mr. Rale Gaybon. Arthur, you must be more careful next time. Mr. Dutton: “There is a machine which enables us to hear a fly walk all over the room.” Did he mean that the people all over the room could hear the fly walk, by means of this machine? 144 Mr. Dutton: “When the switch is off. the circuit is broken, and the lights go out.” Bartunek: “How cau you tell when the lights are out?” At the Kormaw Party. Joe Koncana was endeavoring to carry a knife full of beans around a number of chairs, when Mr. Weber, pushed a chair in front of him, causing him to spill the beans. He looked around at Weber and thinking he was a student instead of an honored member of the faculty, he said to him in angry tones, “Get out of the way, you schrimp, you made me spill all of those beans.” If Wendell Long fell across two wires, would he be a short circuit? Mr. Curry: “I am going to dictate to you a while ago.” Mr. Gordon: “What are the two sides of assent?” Courtney T. (on the side): “Head and tail.” Mr. Gordon: “What constitutes the beginning of the government of our country?” Merle Y.: “The ten commandments.” Mr. Gordon: “Do you think the American people have enough leisure?” Elroy C.: “There are some classes in this School that could stand a little more.” Bartatuma from tlje School of S’orratra If Mr. Weimer saw Mr. Geh-ring the bell twenty minutes before time, would he act Harsh about it? When Mr. Weber hurt his knee in the Faculty-Varsity game, was he Heald? If Miss Ely designed a blue, purple, yellow, violet and pink bonnet, would Miss Ami-don it? When the debating team is working hard on the debate, I wonder if Miss Olive Pittis them? If Mr. Hoover saw an error in a problem in algebra, would Harvey C. Ditmer? HARRY GOLDMAN, 1912. 145 fflljr East tmr (A Parody.) Between 2:30 and the closing When our spirits begin to lower, Comes a pause in the school day’s confusion That is known as the “restless hour.” I hear in Room 20 around me The scraping of pencils that squeak, The sound of the doors that are slamming, And a murmur as many mouths speak. A whisper, a giggle, then silence And “The Head”, they observe and surmise That he is plotting and planning a lecture— They can tell by the gleam of his eyes. “I wish you would try to be careful And not make such noise on the stair; I’ve requested you over and over And I hardly can see how you dare.” “This noise will have to be lessened, You should bar it forever from schools, Because if you wish to remain here You will have to abide by the rules.” “I don’t wish to be arbitrary, To fret and to scold’s not my rule, But at last, I have reached a conclusion,— You boys may stay after school.” When the trials of each day are over. With his coat and his hat in his arms, He proceeds to the room of his pupils, And talks of the world and its charms. Ah, this is the life of a teacher Who teaches our Commerce High. This is written that he may remember The last hour to cherish us by. 146 HARVEY CLASS, 1915. g 8 (Calpnbor— ummpr Ernn JUNE. 5. Summer School begins. Pupils energetic. 0. Flats everywhere. 9. Introduction to Commercial Law. 14. Juniors beat Seniors in base ball game. Meeting of Ecremraoc and Kormaw Clubs for first time. . Commercial Law again. Seniors consider themselves near lawyers. . Surprise in store for us. Report cards given out. 30. Miss Boltey, a former graduate of the High School of Commerce, sang. 147 JULY. 1. “Smore” base ball games with Juniors. Otto Bartunek returns to school. 5. First Senior meeting. 13. Some of Senior class go to Edgewater park for a swim. 14. Asst. Supt. W. E. Hicks gave an interesting talk. 17. Several teachers begin their summer vacation, among them Miss Amidon. 19. Seniors have to wait until the sixth hour for lunch. 21. Haviland Boys’ Orchestra gave several good numbers. 25. Seniors beat Juniors in game of base ball. 26. Kormaw entertains Ecremmoc at Edgewater Park. They serve a lunch “Hull Swell.” 27. Those melancholy days. Rain and more rain. 28. Charles and Sylvia Ludinsky entertain at rhetoricals. Mr. W. F. Eirick talked on New High Level Bridge. 31. Report cards again doled out. AUGUST. 2. Much debating in Senior meeting on proposed picnic. 4. Mr. Hyre talks on “West Side Expo.” 9. Francis Bett and Arthur Thacker make mysterious visits to gym 9th hour. Ecremmoc Club entertains Kormaw Club. 11. Miss Makepeace talked on art of elocution. 18. Typewriting contest. Miss Billenstein wins by narrow margin. 22-23. Exams. 23. Ecremmoc pins chosen. 25. Senior picnic. A cold and rainy day. Eight persons attend. Olive eating race between Roy Curry and Otto Bartunek. FRANCIS BETT. 1911. CALENDAR—FALL TERM. SEPTEMBER. 5. School opens for the new year. And then the verdant Freshman, swaggering Soph; The haughty Junior and the Senior wise, With faltering step, and shining morning face Crept like the snail, unwillingly to school. 6. Books on sale at the office. 7. Same as the Sixth. 10. Because of Saturday and Sunday intermission, several Freshmen were lost. 148 13. First meetings of the Ecremmoc and Kormaw Societies. 14. Victims of initiation appear in red ties and different colored socks. The girls wear tissue paper ribbons. 16. Rally for the foot ball candidates. 18. Merle Yesberger arrives. 20. Senior meeting. Annual Board elected. 21. Mr. Curry has a cold. 22. It’s worse. 26-27-28. Exams. 29. Rhetoricals. Latest hits by Mr. Hoover’s talking machine. Election of officers of Athletic Association. Rally for the game. 30. Foot ball season opens. South 35, Commerce 0. (They played their hardest and then only beat us by 35. OCTOBER. 3. Reports go home. 4. Another Senior meeting. 5. Mr. Ileald has a substitute. 6. She’s still alive. Rhetoricals, Haviland orchestra. 7. Lincoln 44, Commerce 0. 9. The Juniors invade the Senior’s sanctum. Why? (Answer: They have become Seniors.) 10. The Kormaw girls make a great deal of noise. (Practicing for a dialogue.'' 12. Spooks in full play. East 116, Commerce 0. (We aim to please.) 17. Ten deep voiced men were out for the Debating Team. Papa Gehring makes a real, live joke in Spanish. 18. Dance talk in Senior meeting. 20. Rhetoricals. Back to the soil for forty-five minutes. 21. Cleveland Heights 5, Commerce 21. As seen in Room 13.—We 1. 23. The Glee Club sang.—All alone. 24. One of Mr. Gordon’s written lessons. 27. The teachers have a convention, and so do the pupils. 28. West 19, Commerce 5. “Tt might be worse. 31. The Gym. aids entertain. 149 NOVEMBER. 2. Business Manager enlivens us all with speeches. 3. SPECIAL—Senior dance and lunch. Chicken. 4. Glenville 5, Commerce 0. “lie who laughs last, laughs best.” 6. The school needed fumigating. Where were you? 7. Election talk. 8. A foot ball game in the dark. St. Ignatius 18, Commerce 2. 10. Kormaw dance for the Ecremmoc and foot ball boys. 11. The Kormaw goes bankrupt 13. It dropped toward zero. Much fire. 16. A visit from the East Siders. The November graduates give an original play. ’Twas good. 21. The graduates received their diplomas. 22-23. Final Exams. 24. Holiday for the teachers. (They mark papers.) 27. A mix-up all ’round. Excused at 11:30. 29. Rhetoricals. Congressman Howland spoke on “Congress”. Foot ball boys make “little speeches” and receive their letters. The Senior class divided between Rooms 6 and 1. (Overcrowded.) 30. Thanksgiving vacation. DECEMBER. 4. Petition asking for the Reunion of the Seniors. (Refused.) 5. Try out for basket ball. 6. Music in the halls at noon forbidden. 7. Great commotion in Annual Board Meeting! (Messrs. Gehring and Grif- fith have a tongue-lashing.) 12. Divers changes made in lockers. 13. Kormaw initiated her new victims. 14. They appear bedecked with court plaster. (Rather cute.) 18. Foot ball boys invited to the Ecremmoc dance. 19. Seniors requested to pay their dues. 20. Motto decided upon. (Suspense ended at last.) 21. The Ecremmoc dance. 22. Heap much trouble. Excused at 11 -.50. And Christmas comes but once a year! 150 JANUARY. 4. Picture of the entire school taken. Mr. Hoover breaks a few lenses. 5. Basket ball season opens. Commerce 16, West 7. (First Victory this season.) 8. The Commerce smile becomes a grin. Faculty picture taken. More broken lenses. 9. Zero weather again. 10. Ecremmoc meeting. The Kormaw Club had Some music. 11. Mr. Hoover takes his class to Halle Bros. (It beat Mother Goose “all hollow.”) 12. Scotch Rhetoricals, with Dr. Meldrum as lecturer. Best ever. COMMERCE 24, Glenville 8. (Second V-I-C-T-O-R-Y). 15. Basket ball boys got their sweaters. (Girls wear them.) 16. Freshy caught in the attempt to wear out one of the Remington machines. 19. East 12, Commerce 25. DEBATE. Commerce 2, Glenville 1. (TWO in ONE day.) 20. Senior candy sale. 23. Another of Mr. Gordon’s written lessons. 25. Florence Lamb loses 17 cents and four car tickets. (Therefore let us weep.) 26. Commerce 11, South 9. Fifth victory. 31. Announcements decided upon for Commencement. Nutting told to stop talking. FEBRUARY. 5. Youngsters galore make their debut into High School life. 6. New Seniors object to our calling the Flats, youngsters. Henceforth— infants. 7. Two Seniors' places at lunch usurped by the new comers. 9. Mr. Evans makes a speech, first hour. Commerce 11, Central 5. (Sixth victory.) 12. The Junior candy sale. Great demand for the water boy. 20-21. Exams. 22. Nine rahs for Washington. 23. Mr. Gehring loses seven of the fifty-seven varieties. 26. Several Seniors clean their desks. 28. Mr. Curry has another cold, and little white pills. 29. Leap year party. 151 MARCH. 1. 4. 5. 6. 7. 11. 14. 15. 19. 22. 26. 27. 28. 29. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 15. 18. 19. 9. 23. Abraham Lincoln “Recalled to Life.” Commerce 18, Geneva 13. (Seventh victory.) New regulations go into force. Permits needed for all irregularities. Class tardy bell. (NO MORE LOITERING.) Periods shortened for teachers' meeting. Spelling class meets under Mr. Weber. Senior meeting. Class day play decided upon. Speeches by Mr. Weiracr and Mr. Gehring. Mr. Gordon’s class in Local Industry excused. Cletus Graves returns from a special holiday. Blue—like all Mondays. Important Annual Board meeting. Cover selected. Mr. Weimer laughed real hard. (The speaker makes a joke.) Mr. Heald eats candy in class. Rhetoricals. Those awful report cards. Fee-fi-fo-fum—What is in the air? (Answer): Bell in Room 13. Vacation is coming. II is here. APRIL. Everybody dressed up. (Easter parade.) Mr. Gehring appears with spectacles. New typewriters in 13, and such CUTE ink-wells. (Several Seniors tamper with rubber corks and are reprimanded.) Great Sensation! Mr. Hoover is seriously affected by an Aereoplane hat. Symptons bad. But he may recover. Visit to Sherwin-Williams Paint Co. Mr. Gordon was anxious to get back for lunch. Arbor Day. Some had one—but most had more—Trees. Miss Amidon excavated from a debris of Annual work. Teachers give a banquet to Mr. McMylcr and the Debaters. Trophy presented by Mr. Lamar T. Beman. Songs by the Glee Club. ANNUAL GOES TO PRESS! MAY. Class Day. A Playlet: The Pan-American Congress. COMMENCEMENT. (Good-bye to Commerce.) (Finis.) 152 The Annual Board, this year, has tried the experiment of publishing the Annual without advertisements. Our business friends will appreciate this consideration............................ ( jfar?Chprcjpl� Iif fat Qi flgffh Jnt® fulart