Commerce High School - Commerce Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

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GIZELLA GOODMAN. We have among us a little girl named Gizella. Yes, I nearly forgot she is a “Good-man.” She is jolly and easily wins the happy smiles of her classmates. IRVING GRESSLE. Irving Gressle, tall and fair, Ex-editor of an Annual affair. Bright in his studies, bright in his looks, Is never seen without his books. C. H. MYRTLE HAASE. Everywhere present is this dark-haired, pleasant-faced lass, with eyes that twinkle and show the fun that is in her. Her chief thought is eating. If she continues to play the epicure, we may expect to find her, twenty years hence, the champion heavy-weight of her class. E. T. JOSEPH HACHA. To tell his characteristics is to guess, and through fear of dissent, the task is given up. MARCELLA HILBERER. Small, but not unknown is she, And carries her head with dignity; Her coal-black hair and rosy cheeks May show that she is fond of sweets. W. E. GENEVA HINTON. Placid, dignified, quiet, and reserved, Geneva has all the elements of a lady. The difficulty of getting acquainted with her is due to reserve, and not to egotistic arrogance. Her contentment, her fondness for all delicate subjects, the careful deliberation over all her actions, reveal her strong personality. With a memory of her face lingering in his mind, even the weakest person would refrain from doing wrong. M. T. JOHN HLINOVSKY. With the gait of a future business man, and lofty carriage of his head, he appears in the class-room a dignified student, eager to recite. This young man is devotedly interested in Bookkeeping, and makes a special practice of the subject in his leisure hours. He is also a very enthusiastic spectator at Commerce games. RHODA FRIEDMAN. Rhoda Friedman is a most enthusiastic musician. Her sunny countenance shows her musical inclinations. She is known by her classmates as the girl who has her own ideas and who does not fear to express them. TILLIE FRIEDMAN. Light-haired, brown-eyed, gentle and fair, With a silvery voice as light as air. Very good-looking, bright and precise, And—well—just everything else that is nice. G. B. RUDY FOREIT. He does not pose as a saint, but does work hard as a student. CLARENCE GIBSON. Without a murmur, with never a whine, He makes his life brim full of sunshine, His face is pleasant, his eyes are bright, In the world of thought, he’ll attain great height. LOUIS GIRZ. He is a boy that seldom speaks unless spoken to, and is rather bashful, especially when among girls. His smile and golden locks make one think of the “Sunny South.” One glance at his high and mighty forehead reveals his remarkable intelligence. HYMAN GOLDSTEIN. Hyman Goldstein is a clever, cheerful, and witty young gentleman, but very shy. He reminds us of the “Man with the Hoe,” since he cannot stand without the assistance of a desk, but we overlook this because he is very lovable, anyway. PEARL GOODING. This dark-haired girl has striking gray eyes, which read your thoughts when you speak to her. At times, wrinkles in her forehead show her puzzled over what you are saying, yet eager to be convinced. With actions quick, and mind always alert, she does not especially dislike to do anything. Out-door sports are her delight.

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BRIDGET CARROLL. A young lady just as Irish as her name. She is very quiet unless greatly excited, and then, nothing can control her. Her great hobby is Shorthand, and nearly every day she shows what a bright little lass she is in that. V. S. EMILY CHERDRON. Early and late she keeps everlastingly at it; no noise, no fuss, just steady work. BETTIE CHLAD. What a pleasant picture! A winsome little Junior, clad in wreaths of smiles, books in one hand, a violin-case in the other—making tracks to the lunch-room. Our Bettie—student, musician, Indian runner, suffragette, and most pleasant companion. P. S. EDNA COHEN. Edna Cohen is a jolly good classmate. Her sparkling eyes express her love for dancing, and her hearty laugh tells us that she is ever after a good time. But Edna is not always giggling. When taking the part of a pirate at Comdra meeting, she is stern and fierce. JAMES CONNELL. On the machine he is fast with his fingers, Out on the track he ts fast with his feet; Smiling and cheerful and willing and kind, He has, all in all, a likable mind. ALMA CRAWFORD. In Alma we see a busy girl. By her eyes we can see that she is very careful in her decisions, but very resolute when she once has made up her mind. Her artistic thoughts tell us that she is not a lover of home industry, while her graceful movements denote her love for athletic activities. ORA CRAWFORD. Tall and graceful, keen and bright, Ora Crawford reveals her athletic spirit. Her high grades indicate that she is conscientious in her work. As she is full of self-confidence, her statements cannot be easily contradicted. Bookkeeping she considers her favorite study. FLORENCE DUPEROW. She is quaint, full of good will, and friendly with every one. Even though she loves fun, she does not neglect her lessons. She has plenty of ideas and opinions, and is ever ready to defend them. FLORENCE DUSEK. The girl whom I am about to describe is, in my judgment, five feet six inches tall. She is always quiet, and always willing to try. She is always bright in her studies, for she never fails to study; is calm and serene except when she giggles, which is about half of the time. She knows her lessons, and as for the titters, “she should worry ' MAY ECKSTEIN. A gay and hearty lass is May, Who spends her time in work and play; Her large, dark eyes contain a smile That keeps you guessing all the while. I. K. RUTH FAY. Modest and shy at times, and again bright and witty, she is loved by all who know her. Her companions are chosen, seemingly, for their degree of modesty. When we think she does not know her lesson, she surprises us, as well as the teacher, by giving a perfect recitation. C. M. AUGUSTA MAY FISHER. This little lassie is kind and fair, one who has a conquering air, One who is bashful, quiet and shy, one who is always willing to try, One who has pets and holds them dear, one who has never had a fear, One who is a lover of school, and never decides to play or fool, Is this dark-haired lassie. C. P. ANNA FRIED. Very dignified, with resolute features, that show her always on the alert, is Anna Fried. She is fast learning the merit one derives from promptness. Her sense of duty has greatly influenced her. Earnestness and sincerity predominate in her character. Anna is a fine type of the genus girl. A. O. M.

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CARRIE HORACEK. She either studies “Compensation” Or talks with pretty-looking boys, With well-developed elocution And also a sweet voice. BERTHA ISAAC. This young lady’s most striking gift is her voice, which, on occasion, she can raise to right the wrongs of her sex. We hope to see her, in the future, a Mrs. Daniel Webster. MARY JESSEL. Kind and sympathetic, Mary has a cheerful but rather serious disposition. Is she ever at ease among strangers? Does she tell her secrets to any one? Oh, no! She is too quiet and reserved. A good book is her favorite companion, therefore she does not indulge in many outdoor sports. KENNETH KASTOR. Kenneth is a decided blonde, with eyes of blue. He is an athlete, and in the track meets generally comes out first. He has shown signs of being a debater in the English class. Prophets would predict a great future for him. ESTHER KEPKE. As winsome as she is wise, Esther gains the hearts of her fellow students. Her favorite color being red, she responds to the proffered pleasures (and studies) with an eagerness that reminds one of the color. EDNA KOHL. A girl who excels in shorthand, possesses a happy disposition and a very inquiring mind, is liked by her associates, and yet who is no exception to the law of compensation, for she lacks the faculty of being cross. RUTH KORABEK. A willing, intelligent girl of high ambitions, who is always willing to do the right thing. She is care-free and merry, and a lover of books and songs. MILDRED KRAUS. Known to everybody by her winning smile and dancing eyes, she believes in having a good time when occasion arises. But Mildred is not too indulgent in pleasure; she keeps in touch with modern questions, and may become an ardent suffragette some day; she can already assert her ideas about politics. H. L. HELEN LEPOLE. A patient, determined, unassuming girl, who knows her own mind and tries to be a success. She is inclined to be quiet; her thoughts are deep; her mind is broad, and she expresses an opinion freely. She tries to do good to others, and is deserving of the same in return. W. W. GEORGE MCBRIDE. Appearances are deceiving.” This is true in George’s case. He is very quiet during recitations, but when he is out with the boys, well—he is far from quiet. George is a tall, light-haired boy, with polite ways, and he loves to go on one of Mr. Warfield’s famous hikes with the boys. E. T. ANNA McKEON. This tall, slender junior, with dark hair and blue eyes, shows in her every act a marked grace. Her far-away smile often warns her friends that she is in one of her thought-moods, while her twinkling eyes denote brilliancy. She is a rapid thinker, and is always ready to give valued ideas on topics under discussion. M. S. HARRY McMILLEN. Quiet? Yes, and bashful, too, yet excitement is always welcome to this shy lad of sixteen years. He has a sturdy ambition to be an efficient bookkeeper, yet will ever be watchful should something better offer itself. E. M. W. CLAIRE MACKEY. Claire is a short, plump girl, with blue eyes and an abundance of light brown hair. Although quiet, she is fond of playing tricks in the Chemistry class. Her favorite saying is, “I should worry.” R. F. 100