Commerce High School - Commerce Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

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IRMA BENDER. We all know of a sweet, modest girl in our classes, whose name is Irma Bender. Her interest in Woman’s Rights —of which she is a great defender—is shown by her love of Civics. Her character is that of a bubbling brook, which sings merrily as it ripples joyously over the many stones that lie in its path. ESTHER BERG. Esther, although a very small girl, has a large capacity for mischief. She seems to be extremely serious in everything she says. B. C. PHILIP BERKMAN. Although he preaches more than fit, To practice is his one great hit. His nature is a conquering one, For his work’s not dropped until it’s done. We know that he, a skilled mechanic. Will do great deeds almost titanic. B. D. AMELIA BLACK. At Commerce, known by many, is Amelia Black. She is a capable speaker, and has absorbed a fair portion of the dictionary. Her insight into things is keen, and she is always on the alert. These characteristics ought to aid her to success in the future. RUTH BLAU. This dark-eyed, dark-haired girl is rather stout and not very tall. The sparkling twinkle in her eyes shows that she does everything with earnestness. When in an amiable mood she acts from a spirit of kindness, but when her temper is aroused she does things from a sadly different motive; this does not often occur. T. B. LAWRENCE BRENNAN. A tall, blue-eyed Junior, who takes life somewhat seriously. He does not laugh at every little error that is made in class, and is always well informed as to his own lessons. His artist’s soul displays its talent when he plays the cornet. G. G. CLARA BROOKS. Clara refuses to recognize the word discouragement. Let the task be never so difficult, she is always ready to try. GWENDOLYN BROWN. A girl of slight stature, brown hair and dark eyes. Her merry smile is her crowning characteristic, though she is inclined to be quiet. Her pleasing personality has won her many friends. MARGARET BROWN. On first glancing at Margaret, one would at once be attracted by her brown eyes and oval face. She is fond of reading, and is up to the times in current affairs. She retains her friends easily. How unfortunate she doesn’t like German, and always studies it first to get it off her mind! H. G. ANNA BRUCE. As neat as a daisy, as gentle as a dove, A girl with pretty features, whom every one can love. As modest as a violet, as cheerful as a lark, As true as a sunbeam, she strives for highest mark. P. B. HILDA BUCHMAN. Although she is somewhat small in body, she’s very large in brains. She seems inclined to be stubborn, when matters don’t go her way. The ambition of her care-free life runs to pounding the keys either of the typewriter or of the piano. H. M. MYRTLE CAIN. A smiling, roly-poly girl is Myrtle. When Myrtle was reared mischief grew with her, hence this young lady has a keen love for fun. She is an active member of the “Chiplet Trio.” M. S. EDITH CALDWELL. She hums a song and dreams. Happy at all times, the hardships of life seem to pass her by. 7

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COMMERCE JUIORS. “0 wad some Power the giftie gie us To see oursel's as ithers see us! It wad frae monie a blunder free us, And foolish notion: What airs in dress an' gait wad lea’ us, And ev'n devotion! CLASS OF 1915. II. B. MYRTLE ANDERSON. With a flash of her dark brown eyes, a smile lighting up her face and a nod of her dainty brown head, she passes no one without a cheery word. She is commonly called “Chiplet,” is an ardent supporter of basketball and an antisuffragette. E. T. FLORENCE BECKER. This philosophical girl admits having some work that is disagreeable, but her idea is, that the best way to handle this is to think of better times. The material and money she wastes is doubly repaid by her manner of spending time, for which she is in turn credited by good grades. E. A. MYRTLE BEHREND. Kind and loving, with friendly disposition and keen intellect, she never shirks a duty nor wastes any time. She is studious and ambitious, and is admired by all her classmates. That she pursues her studies with a determination to win, is proved by her excellent recitations. E. W. JAKE BENDAU. This young fellow, about “sweet sixteen,” is ambitious; he looks on the bright side of things. Mr. Heald calls him “Jakey,” which usually gets a twitter from the girls. No matter if he is named “Jakey,” he's an optimist, so We should worry.” 96

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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.