Coopersville High School - Zenith Yearbook (Coopersville, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1922 volume:

Sc aa5 '22 COOPERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL raojaefavillfeSigh 5c aDl '11 Dedication E, THE SENIORS of Coopers- ville High School, Class of ’22, in appreciation of the efforts put forth for our benefit, for the sup- port and encouragement in all our endeavors, and for the sacri- fices willingly made for our gain; Dedicate this Annual to all those who have made our education possible. Page Three Annual Staff The annual staff assure the patrons of the high school that they, with the valuable and timely aid of the faculty, have put forth their best efforts to make the annual a success and tender it to the public with the hope that it will meet with their approval. Editor-in-Chief.............. Assistant Editor-in-Chief.... Literary Editor.............. Picture Editor............... Joke Editor.................. Art Editor................... Business Manager............. Assistant Business Manager Athletic Editor.............. HESTER BUSMAN HERBERT SCHILLINGER MARTHA MAEBIUS BEATRICE PRESTON WILLIAM LIEFFERS ROBERT RUSSELL GRANT TRELOAR FRANCIS GARTER ALICE VAN ALLSBURG Page Four Page Five ravpwrsviih f ji$rh$chtjaf W. A. CONRAD, Superintendent Algebra Latin Ferris Institute Western State Normal ADA DePREE, A. B. French English Hope PAUL R. DAIILBERG Science DeKalb Normal University of Michigan Page Six $ rsiapwsvflk ftigh School V. SCHELLENBARGER Commercial Western S'tate Normal JOHN R. KEMPERS, A. B. Principal History Mathematics Hope LOIS EMERSON Latin History Music Western State Normal Page Seven faith- hope - charity J-Over‘s LANe PETE PBHBMI OflJfCT TO CATS OLD TIP COO G-i-AO TO 5EE YOU Page Eight Page Nine DOROTHY M. ALBRECHT “Here’s to the girl with a heart and a smile, Who makes the bubble of life worth while.” Hot Lunch Club 1919-’20. Track Meet ’21. Basket-Ball T9, ’20, ’21, ’22. Salutatory. M. ALVERNA BAKER “The pangs of absence to remove by letters— Soft interpreters of love.” Hot Lunch Club T9, ’20, ’21, ’22. Orchestra ’20, ’21, ’22. HESTER A. BUSMAN “Gentle, perhaps shy, but a true friend to those who know her well.” Class Treasurer T9. Editor-in-Chief ’22. Valedictorian LILLIE E. FROST “Quips and cranks and wanton wiles, Nods and becks, and wreathed smiles.” Basket-Ball T9. Class Prophecy ’22. DELIA J. FYNEWEVER “She is kind as she is fair.” Treasurer of Class ’20. Treasurer of H. L. C. ’21. President of H. L. C. ’22. H. L. C. T9, ’20, ’21, ’22. Page Ten JEANETTE L. FYNEWEVER “A sunny disposition is the very soul of success.” Orchestra ’19, ’20, ’21. Hot Lunch ’19, ’20, ’21. FRANCIS S. GARTER “A good heart is worth gold.” Assistant Business Manager ’22. Vice-President '22. KENNETH GARTER “His years are young, but his experience old.” Class Poet. CELIA L. GINSBURG “Yea, Music is the Prophet’s art!” President of Class ’20. H. L. C. ’20, ’21, ’22. Secretary of H. L. C. ’21. General Manager H. L. C. ’22. Orchestra ’20, ’21. Musical Editor ’20, ’21. Orchestra Director ’22. Giftatory. JOHN J. HARMSEN “He is bigger of heart than of stature.” Entered from Lamont High School ’22. Page Eleven G. FLORENCE HOBAN “Eternal sunshine settles on her head.” Hot Lunch ’19, ’20, ’21. EMMA E. LAKE “Her heart is not in her work, ’tis else- where.” , Basket-Ball ’20, ’21. HENRY H. LANGLAM) “I have sworn to be a bachelor.” “Entered from Lamont High School.” ELMER E. LEE “We know him well, no need of praise. Basket-Ball ’22, Reserves ’19, ’20, ’21. Baseball ’19, ’20, ’21, ’22. Baseball Manager (Capt.) ’22. Track ’19, ’20, ’21. WILLIAM G. LIEFFERS “The only way to have a friend is to be Hi-Y ’20. Assistant Joke Editor ’21. Joke Editor ’22. Basket-Ball ’22. Page Twelve BARN ERI) M. LUBEN ‘!The world always listens to a man with a will in him.” Class President ’22. Declamatory Contest ’22. Class Will. MARTHA G. MAEBIUS “Her modest look the cottage might adorn; Sweet as the primrose peeps beneath the thorn.” Entered from Nunica High School. H. L. C. ’21, ’22. Secretary-Treasurer H. L. C. ’22. Class ’22 Treasurer. Declamatory Contest ’22. Literary Editor ’22. Basket-Ball ’21, ’22. Basket-Ball (Capt.) ’22. Class History. ANNA M. MOHRHARDT “As merry as the day is long.” Orchestra ’19, ’20, ’21, ’22. President of Class T9. Basket-Ball T9, ’20. BEATRICE G. PRESTON “O, she is all perfection, all that the blooming earth can send forth fair.” Basket-Ball ’20, ’21, ’22. Track ’21. Orchestra ’20, ’21. Secretary of Class ’22. Picture Editor ’22. CLYDE H. PRYER “His bark is worse than his bite.” Entered from Nunica High School. Baseball ’21, ’22. Page Thirteen MERLIN A. FRYER “He is not conscious of his worth.” Entered from Nunica High School ’19. Track ’20, ’21. Baseball ’22. ROBERT T. RUSSELL “As good a friend as anyone ever had.” Track ’19, ’21. Basket-Ball Reserves ’19, ’20. Vice-President of Class ’20. Assistant Art Editor ’20, ’21. President of Class ’21. Basket-Ball (Capt.-Mgr.) ’22. President Athletic Association ’22. Art Editor ’22. Baseball ’22. HERBERT SCHILLINGER “I value science—none can prize it more. Entered from Nunica High School ’20. Orchestra ’21, ’22. Class Poet. Assistant Editor-in-Chief. ALICE H. SEEK .MAN “Does not come under the head of noisy. H. L. C. ’19. CURTIS L. TAYLOR “His only books were woman’s looks.” Entered from Nunica High School ’20. Baseball ’22. Orchestra ’22. Page Fourteen GRANT W. TRELOAR “He beareth himself with honorable action.” Secretary of Class ’21. Track Manager ’22. Assistant Scoutmaster Troop No. 1. Business Manager Co-Hi ’22. ALICE A. VAN ALLSBURG “Why, then, methinks, ’tis time to smile again.” Hot Lunch Club T9, ’20. Track ’20, ’21. Basket-Ball ’20, ’21, ’22. Manager Basket-Ball ’21, ’22. Athletic Editor ’22. ERMA L. WARREN “She has a manner all her own.” Hot Lunch Club T9, ’20, ’21, ’22. Orchestra T9, ’20, ’21. MARIE WELLING “In spite of all the learned have said, still I keep my own opinion.” Hot Lunch Club T9, '20, ’21. “The course of true love never did run smooth.” Entered from Conklin High School ’20. Page Fifteen Page Sixteen atsperivilla ffgh Schaal 'll Our Class Twelve years ago in the village school, Ruled o’er by a village lass, We learned quotations and the Golden Rule In the first—the premier class. Each year a precious milestone we passed, Representing good work done. Yet, classmates, we’ve net reached the last, Though a longed-for goal is won. Trials there came while we were working, Perplexity, gloom, and dark; But we knew the lessons worth the learning— Worth more than passing remark. i Difficult, but valuable, lessons were those; Lessons some might shirk. From these the virtue of school arose, For they taught the value of work. Friends and teachers there worked with us And helped us to persevere. The thoughts of hope and the aid they gave us Will always be memories dear. They’ve been happy years we’ve passed together, With interests of all as one, But no longer as a class we’ll gather: Our school life here is done. Our school days still were often joyous, Laughter pealed oft’ long. May friendships true for ever bind us, Our hearts be happy with song. We still must traverse life’s long road, But as a class must part. Each must shoulder his own load; Godspeed all from the start. HERBERT SCHILLINGER. Page Seventeen Eaapvrxviifo j-ji A School 21 Salutatory O YOU, dear parents, who have made this evening possible; to you, kind friends, who have always been interested in the welfare of our school; to you, our teachers, who have so kindly aided and assisted us during the past years; and, to you, my fellow students, I take pleasure, in behalf of the class of ’22, to extend the first greeting this evening. When we think of commencement, we think of the beginning. The beginning of what? Of our career. Some people think that the education obtained in high school is the final step, but, in reality, we have only mounted one round of the ladder of life. We are not fit to take any station in this world other than that acquired by the daily routine of our high school course. During our four years in high school each one of us has struggled hard to attain his goal. This goal was thought to be “graduation.” But now, as we near this, we ask ourselves, “Is this what I anticipated as my career?” No; in fact, this is just the be- ginning of a career, for we are merely amateurs in the world’s work, having had no experience whatever, except what we have learned in school. Tonight, friends, we, the class of ’22, meet possibly for the last time in a class union. But as we separate and each takes his individual path out into the world, will this union be dissolved? No, for at school we have become great friends, and thus we hope to be after our school days have ended. Each one of us will go out into the world, some of us probably becoming great men and women, whose names will be recorded in history, while others may be great and still not attain a great name for themselves. It is not always the great things that count in this world, but the little things as well; and if we do each little thing well, gradually the larger things become easier. Longfellow has aptly said: All are architects of Fate, Working in these walls of Time; Some with massive deeds are great, Some with ornaments of rhyme. Although none of us may achieve great fame, by heroic deeds or writing inspir- ing poetry, yet we must realize that we are all architects of fate, constructing the walls of character, and should see that only the best material is used in the building. How long our building stands, or, in other words, the length of our lives, is not so important as the quality of the material in the building. Our career is based upon our actions of today and yesterday. For, if we are de- termined to make a success in the world, we must look forward and eagerly grasp the little things which later will develop into greater things. These little things must be done thoroughly and while we are accomplishing these, do not think that because they are not great and will not bring you worldly fame they will not be noticed. In the days gone by, builders wrought their work with great care, and from that we are today reaping the harvest. Page Eighteen roopeiuvilla High SchDOl 22 as they did. Gold is good in its place, but living brave and patriotic men and women are better than gold, lherefore, in selecting the best material, we make our lives better and more fitted for the life we have before us, and are also following out one of the most im- portant precepts of the immortal Shakespeare, “Desire not to live long, but to live well, how long we live not years but actions tell.” I Let us, then, be up and doing and do our work as well and with as much eagerness Build today, then, strong and sure, With a firm and ample base; And ascending and secure Shall tomorrow find its place. Thus alone can we attain To those turrets, where the eye Sees the world as one vast plain, And one boundless reach of sky. D. A. ’22. Page Nineteen Jjcmp pJv5Jk jpjJijh 5chanl being the worst class that ever entered the building. What trials and troubles arose, and how hard it was to master the subjects that we never had a particle of knowledge of. Many social events were enjoyed during our Freshman year, among which were a social, given for the purpose of raising funds for the class, and the picnic, in June, at Kiverside Park. With a somewhat smaller number, we studiously undertook the duties of Sopho- mores. We pried into the secrets of the Juniors and Seniors, and were admitted into the society of the upperclassmen. And, as it is well known by all, we strove to make life a little more enjoyable for the Freshmen. A few parties were the only events that marred the general routine of our Sophomore year. Our Junior year was greeted by all with some importance, for was it not true that we were on an equal basis socially with the Seniors, an honor envied by all underclass- men. The Junior class consisted of thirty-nine members, the number being reinforced by students from Lamont, Nunica, and Allendale. This was the year that the Juniors demonstrated what athletes they were. Many of the boys took part in both basket- ball and track, and the class could boast of a good fast basket-ball team of girls. Among the events, the Junior Banquet proved to be our greatest success. On account of the difficulty of coming to a decision, the picnic at Wolf Lake was some- what a failure as some did not attend. Our Senior year came at last! It was bound to be the most interesting and enjoy- able of all years, especially with Miss De Pree, who was the only member of the preced- ing faculty who remained. We began our Senior activities by electing the following class officers: Barnerd Luben, President; Francis Garter, Vice-President; Beatrice Preston, Secretary; and Martha Maebius, Treasurer. A short time after this election, the Annual Board was chosen, with Hester Busman as Editor-in-Chief and Grant Treloar as Business Manager. In athletics, our pride and glow was upheld by boasting of three members of the class on the boys’ basket-ball team and four on the girls’ team. History of the Class of 1922 Jjjrjl IGH SCHOOL? Yes, we were in High School and we were Freshmen; still _|S it matters not, we were proud. The Class of 1922, when seated in the b'.g He I jj assembly room, like other Freshmen classes, greatly resembled a huge stretch of meadowland, but with the prospects of a bounteous harvest. We soon adapted ourselves to High School life and in a short time gained the reputation of Page Twenty [nap rsviih fjgJi 22 _- Every year of High School life, some time during the month of November, has been celebrated with a Freshmen Reception. This year the affair was quite an event, especially the games, one of which required the Freshmen to crawl on the floor and shove peanuts with their noses. This game is better known as a peanut race, but the little black noses of those who had finished reminded one of a solitary black cherry in the middle of a white plate. Of the other social whirls of the year, we cannot omit the delightful unexpected ones of every day life in which we were so active. We must express our gratitude to Mr. Kempers for his earnest appeals to be better students, which caused us many times to escape the embarrassment of saying, “I don’t know” to questions in History Class. Then, too, those who remained at school for their lunches were often entertained by the most interesting lectures by the different members of the renowned Physics Class, on whether the world was round or flat. Orchestra has been one of the foremast factors in school life. Every year many members from our class have been supplied both to the First and Second orchestras, and we are justified in saying that we have a few accomplished musicians. The final event of the Class of 1922 will be a play, which is to be given in the fore part of May. As we now hold in view the end of our High School career, we realize what a small portion of our life High School occupies. It is now that we recall, with fuller apprecia- tion, the experiences which made life worth living, and which we had looked upon so lightly, always seeing something greater in the future. Our High School days are now almost gone, but they will never be forgotten. It is with the deepest regret that we leave school to undertake our tasks as individuals in this great universe. However, no matter how far we go or no matter what occupation we may pursue, nothing will blot out the memory of our happiest days spent in old C. H. S. We, like others, do not realize our good fortune until it has passed, and then we look back with regret. MARTHA MAEBIUS ’22. Page Twenty-one j| pjopettvllle School “22 Class Will KNOW all peoples by these gifts, that we, the Graduating Class of ’22, of the renowned High School of Coopersville, the Metropolis of Michigan, being of great wisdom and of a sound mind and memory (though seme doubt it), hereby make and publish this official document, in the following manner, our final Will and Testament: To our most worthy successors, the Juniors, we grant the privileges acquired by us as Seniors, namely, the right to take your seats just as the gong strikes, to take more than one step at a time in travelling the stairs, and to talk aloud when going to and from classes—rights greatly to be appreciated. To the Faculty, who have patiently engineered our intellectual machinery and carefully and constantly supplied the fuel of knowledge, and for the financial assistance given, we wish to bequeath our inexpressible thanks and best wishes. I, Henry Langland, bequeath my domineering voice to the vocally weak Sopho- mores. I, Alice Seekman, bequeath all my pep and enthusiasm to Harold Stephens, thus hoping to enliven his unusually quiet disposition. I, Curtis Taylor, bequeath my obedient and submissive pompadour to Kenneth Flagel, that he may thereby conquer his contrary and stubborn hair. I, Herbert Schillinger, do grant all my knowledge of and my earnest desire for chemistry to Eleanor Stephens, knowing that, with this help, she will be more successful in a second attempt to master it; and, being generously inclined, do bequeath my manly stride to any Freshman who would become as great as I. I, Beatrice Preston, bequeath my charming ways and effectual means of winning men’s hearts to the government of the United States for the benefit of the Ways and Means Committee in reducing the war debt. I, Elmer Lee, bequeath my athletic successes to Robert Koning, that he may be the star player of the Class of ’24. I, Robert Russell, bequeath my artistic talents and drawing abilities to the Fresh- men for drawing better marks in their Sophomore year, which will also be a great aid to them in their Geometry course. I, William Lieffers, do grant all the rebukes of the teachers and the twenty minutes after school to Bennie Gunneman, presenting this to the one who needs it more than I do. I, Kenneth Garter, do grant unto Naomi Busman the full right of imitating my comical laugh, which I know she will enjoy very much. I, John Harmsen, bequeath my fine use of the English language and oratorical talents to Dorothy Lake. I, Alice Van Allsburg, give unto Mildred Gordon my honored position as forward on the basket-ball team, knowing that I will have a worthy successor. Page Tweni -tw $ fj30per|vfti f-jijrfo ichaol 22 If Francis Garter, bequeath my agreeable nature and poetic aspirations to next years Freshman class, that their High School course may be a delight and pleasure to them. I, Celia Ginsburg, having meditated much over this, bequeath unto Walter Omlor and Harold Van Doom my position as orchestra director, hoping that they will make a success of it. We, Delia Fynewever and Alverna Baker, grant our wide knowledge of cooking, gained in the Hot Lunch Club, to all future cooks of said club. I, Lillie Frost, bequeath my sunny smiles to John Johnson, that he may thereby win the favor of the teachers. We, Merlin and Clyde Pryer, bequeath our extensive knowledge of English and French to Herman Laug and Walter Dietz, that they may be a great pleasure to our most beloved teacher, Miss De Pree, as we have been in the past. I, Florence Hoban, having gained renown through it, bequeath my red hair; and I, Grant Treloar, as a soldierly duty, wish to bequeath the blue of my trueness as a Scout; and we request a Junior, Josephine Weaver, to contribute her snowy locks to the School Board as an appropriation for a new flag. We, Janet Fynewever and Marie Welling, the Physic sharks, bequeath our wide understanding of said subject to next year’s Physics class, that they may succeed as well as we did. I, Martha Maebius, bequeath my high standing among the boys to Beatrice Bolhuis, and I speak for Hester Busman, universally known for her wisdom, who wishes to give her a bit of advice—it is best to have only one beau at a time. Take her advice Beatrice, because she knows. I, Gertrude Whitman, bequeath my whistle to Gayle Grieve, to be used on the Methodist Church corners, that “Doc” will not have to walk to school alone next year, providing you do not speak to him. , I, Emma Lake, bequeath my Civics book, which is just as good as new, to Mr. Kempers for further reference and as a token of easily gotten lessons. I, Anna Marie Mohrhardt, with the greatest respect, grant unto the Civics class the sole right and privilege to answer all of Mr. Kempers’ questions that I have been unable to answer. I, Dorothy Albrecht, bequeath my sweet and quiet nature to Lyle Hanchett. I, Erma Warren, bequeath my innumerable virtues, including my expressive way of singing, to my worthy successor, Edna Balcom. , We, the Class of ’22, hereby appoint our faithful counsellor, Mr. John Kempers, executor of this, our last Will and Testament. In witness whereof, we hereby set our hand and seal. Class of ’22. BARNERD LUBEN. Page Twenty-three Prophecy Scene—Passenger Train A girl sitting alone reading when a former schoolmate comes in and sits down beside her. A.—Well, if it isn’t Lillie Frost! What have you been doing all these years since you graduated? L.—I have been working in a clothing store in New York for several years and have just returned from Paris, bringing back the newest styles. And what have you been doing? A.—Oh, I am manager of the “Baker” millinery shops and have branch stores in several cities. I am now on my way to hear the latest opera sung by Erma Warren, who is said to be a rival of the nightingale. L.—I always thought she would become famous, as she had a wonderful voice when in school. When in Paris last week I went into a manicuring shop, and who do you think I saw? Delia and Jeannette Fynewever. Jeannette was busy dressing a fashionable society lady’s hair, and Delia manicured my nails. They certainly are well off. A.—Money reminds me of my special customer, Mrs. Ford, who, with her maid, Alice Seekman, came in to buy a hat last week. Alice has changed much in the past years. While in Detroit I heard a lecture by Herbert Schillinger, who is running for Senator. He has gained the favor of the women by advocating short skirts. L.—Did you know that Hester is a private secretary for Curtis Taylor, who is now President of M. A. C.? But what ever became of Gert Whitman? A.—I saw her in the new theater at Dennison. She was the leading chorus girl, and Kenneth Garter was the leader of the famous “Garter” orchestra. While in Den- nison, I took a drive into the country and visited the noted poultry farm owned by William Lieffers. You remember he was always fond of “chickens.” L.—That reminds me. I read an article about a wonderful operation performed by Dr. Henry Langland and his chief nurse, Beatrice Preston, on Florence Hoban, who has been matron of a home. A.—Langland a doctor? Well! Who do you suppose came to my store in Detroit to buy a hat for his wife? Well, you could never guess. It was John Harmsen, who is now a farmer near Allendale. Have you seen Celia Ginsburg? Last time I saw her she was playing in a five and ten cent store in Grand Rapids. L.—Yes, she has been studying in Europe for several years and has gained quite a reputation. During my last stay in Paris I visited an art studio and there I saw a splendid oil painting by Robert Russell. He had been cartoonist for the Conklin paper for a number of years. A.—I always thought Bob would become famous. But who would have thought that Alice Van would be the daring aviatrix that she is. I have heard several say that she is even better than Ruth Law. Did you notice the writeup in the Chicago Tribune about Elmer Lee’s new system of high school mathematics? L.—No, but that reminds me—in my trunk I have a magazine edited by Clyde Page Twenty-four $ [aaparivllfo Jjigh $ehoo) '11 Pryer called the CevUlian. It has in it an article by Grant Treloar, telling about the discovery of a new system of light generated by the firefly. Also an article by Merlin Pryer, now a veterinary surgeon, telling how to take the squeal out of a pig. And then there is still another telling about the work Emma Lake is doing for the Eskimos in her outdoor school. A.—About a year ago Marie Welling was in school to sell me some massage cream which was guaranteed to remove and prevent all wrinkles. I bought some, and you can see the remarkable change that it has brought about. L—On my way to Eur pe I sailed on a ship called the “Mayflower,” owned and operated by Dorothy Albrecht. On my arrival I met Francis Garter, a distinguished literary critic. We took lunch together and, while there, in came Anna M. Morhardt. She told me that she was a governess for an aristocratic family in England. A.—You surely have met a lot of our old classmates. I saw Bernerd Luben not ling ago at the University of Michigan. He is at the head of the Horticultural Depart- ment and thinks that Martha Maebius, his stenographer, is one of his prettiest flowers. L.—We’re in the city now. I’ll have to leave you soon. Have you seen or heard anything of our faculty? A.—Yes. I attended church services conducted by Mr. Kempers in the new church at Allendale, and you should see his wife, a former graduate of Hope. Don’t you know we used to think he liked Miss DePree. I guess she liked him, too, the way she turned down others; and now, as I understand, she is still teaching. L.—The last I heard, Mr. Dahlberg was making dolls to amuse the pupils of the little school under the supervision of Miss Wasson. That was a long time ago, though, and I suppose they are married by this time. A.—Jlr. Conrad was superintendent of a school in Big Rapids for several years after leaving C’ville. He has now returned and is living in Ravenna. Miss Emerson fell in love with one of her music pupils and it strangely happened that Miss Shellen- barger was the private secretary to the boy’s father. L.—This is my station, so I shall have to go. Hope I can see you again soon. L. F. A. B. ’22. Page Twenty-five | ‘aupvrsviifoftigh c iool '22 Looking Forward Say, folks, when first we came here, It seemed like a long way to go, Before we would finish High School; But now it seems as though We’ve been here but a little while, And now we’re nearly done. Our school days here are over But our life is scarce begun. Let us hope that in the future Our High School life will be A help for every burden To be borne by you and me. For we must toil and labor For many, many days Before we reach our highest goal And receive a word of praise. Since there’s no task that can’t be conquered, Let us try to do our best; Then, when our work is finished And we have a chance to rest, We can think back without regrets And know our work’s well done, For what better can we wish Than to know that we have won? Four years we now have been here And we’ve had a lot of fun, But after all, the best of life Is when you have begun To be a little serious And to see what you can do When you are really working And not just trying to. Though you did your best All through your High School days, Don’t get over-confident And swell up with self-praise; But whatever happens to you Keep faith in God and man, And use this for your motto: “I’ll do the best I can.” H. K. G. ’22. Page Twenty-six Page Twenty-seven Page Twenty-eight Page Twenty-nine rnoperaville School '22 Junior Class WE’RE the “Jolly Junior Bunch” of C. H. S. Our class has increased to much this year that we might be called “Jolly Junior Crowd.” Although new students have come from all over the state, they have shown as much pep and class spirit as any C’ville Junior. We’re not a dignified group—you can tell that by our faces. We respect our dear old Seniors and even allow the Freshmen to sit on the Junior side when we are not in the room. We are considered studious, and have the reputation of being the best class in the High School. (Of course we don’t think so!) Everyone knows we’re interested in athletics by the continual motion on the Junior side. And musical? Just ask Mr. Dahlberg. We have had two class parties and one roast thus far, but we intend to have a great many more this spring. Never will these parties be forgotten, especially the coffee grounds which we ate so heartdy at our roast. Next year we all expect to be Seniors. And what kind cf Seniors? The best Seniors that ever graduated from C’ville High School. The officers of the class are: President.................................Richard Conrad Vice-President............................Jewel Lieffers Secretary.................................Mildred Gordon Treasurer.................................Abraham Ginsburg Class Advisor.............................Miss Schellenbarger CLASS ROLL Akins, Ethel Andrews, Gwendolyn Baker, Garland Balcom, Edna Bolhuis, Beatrice Busman, Naomi Conrad, Richard Cox, Stanley Easterly, Margaret Esther, Bertha Ferguson, Norris Flagel, Kenneth Forbes, Beulah Ginsburg, Abraham Golden, Ethel Gordon, Mildred Johnson, John Lake, Dorothy Laug, Forrest Lawton, Marion Lieffers, Jewel Maebius, Kenneth Nanninga, Nicholas Omlor, Walter Rankins, Eva Rankins, Howard Rankins, Frances Reed, Marie Russell, Mildred Sanger, Alice Sawyer, Alden Spencer, Leslie Stephens, Harold Streeter, Esther TerAvest, William Van Doom, Harold Walcott, Lucile Weaver, Josephine Westrate, Jennie Young, Frank Page Thirty Page Thirty-one Sophomore Class Class Roll Allen Harold Andrews, Marjorie Bolhuis, Frances Bulthuis, Marvin Cook, Reuben DeMaagd, Theodore Gleason, Beryl Gleason, Lealah Goodrich, Reginald Grieve, Gayle Gunneman, Bennie Haan, Harry Hanchett, Lyle Hillard, Cora Hudson, Alta Hudson, Glen Koning, Robert Lubben, Gerald Marshall, Marietta Miendertsma, Miner Mohns, Glenroe Noble, Hunter Sickles, Wilma TerAvest, Helene Page Thirty-two $ fuopspjfviNa J-jigh 5chao) Sophomore Class THE Sophomore Class of 1922 is very small, but we have tried to make up in quality what we lack in quantity. During the first semester, the faculty had a poor opinion of us, but we tried to do better the last seme ter. Some of us intend to take a course in music after we graduate, as Mr. Dahlberg is well pleased with our singing. The first semester we lacked class unity, and our first party was a failure. At the beginning of the second semester we had another party, which was a great suc- cess. The boys prepared the lunch and everyone had a wonderful time. Some of the boys belong to the Hi-Y, and the girls have a fine business-like Camp Fire group. The officers of the class are: President...............................Gerald Lubben Vice-President..........................Marjorie Andrews Secretary...............................Wilma Sickles Treasurer...............................Lealah Gleason Class Advisor...........................Miss DePree Page Thirty-three Page Thirty-four Freshman Class CLASS ROLL Barnard, Margaret Bennett, Muriel Busman, Dorothy Busman, Jennie Blankenburg, Carl Cook, Arthur Cox, Bernadette De Kock, Claressa DePender, Peter DeVries, Leon Dietz, Walter Fonger, Lillian Forbes, Velma Gunneman, Jeanette Haan, Cora Hehl, Eleanor Hehl, Fred Hinken, John Horling, Elizabeth Hudson, Verlan Kramer, Peter Laug, Gerald Laug, Herman Lillie, Leo Lubben, Harriet Maycroft, Mary Messinger, Doris Miendertsma, Mae Meerman, John Meerman, Peter Mohns, Theola Mosher, Irene Nixon, Ruth Nixon, Howard Park, Kenneth Peabody, Mary Sevrey, Ruth Swanlund, Vera Thompson, Luella TerAvest, Josephine Toogood, Margaret Lawton, Mildred Lemmen, Minnie Vander Linden, Ruth Van Atter, Harold Page Thirty-six FreshmanClass ON THE fourth day of September, nineteen hundred twenty-one, forty-five Fresh- men came to occupy the portion of the High School building assigned to them, Eighteen of this number having completed their eighth grade year at Coopers- ville. On that eventful day we could not help but notice that we were the objects of oblique glances on the part of our upper classmen, which revealed to us the fact that they expected nothing but traditional greenness of a first-year class. It was not long, however, before the fact became established that we were not as verdant as we seemed. Several of our number are active members of the Athletic Association, Orchestra, Boy Scout and other organizations. At present we are the largest class in the High School, and it is our determination to be the most successful class. H. V. M. P. Class Officers— President.......... Vice-President..... Secretary-T reasu rer Reporter........... Class Advisor...... John Hinken Josephine Ter Avest Gerald Laug Ruth Vanderlinden Miss Emerson Page Thirty-seven y merican5 Q 'fu.iiire f 5 ■: Our Contribution kvururXk aJjL n mTh- MARJOME. ANDERS IDS Page Thirty-eight Board of Control President................. Vice-President............ Secretary-Treasurer Basket Ball Manager....... Baseball Manager.......... Track Manager ............ Girls’ Basket Ball Manager. Custodian................. ROBERT RUSSELL STANLEY COX JOHN KEMPERS ROBERT RUSSELL ELMER LEE GRANT TRELOAR ALICE VAN ALLSBURG JOHN KEMPERS Page Thirty-nine Left to right, front row—Mr. Kempers, Coach; William TerAvest, Sub. F.; Leo Lillie, R. F.; William Lieffers, R. G.; Robert Russell, Center, Captain, Mgr.; Forrest Laug, L. G.; Elmer Lee, L. G. Basket Ball SCHEDULE Played at— C. H. S. Coopersville ...................... 18 Muskegon .......................... 20 Coopersville ...................... 15 Coopersville ...................... 12 Coopersville ..................... 45 Coopersville ...................... 20 Coopersville ....................... 9 Sparta ............................ 16 Kent City ......................... 23 Grand Haven ....................... 14 Holland ........................... 10 Grandville ........................ 10 Coopersville ...................... 33 245 Opponents Hope .....................;........ 8 Muskegon Heights ................. 10 Grandville ....................... 26 Alumni ........................... 11 Kent City ........................ 17 . St. Pauls (Muskegon).............. 10 Nunica ........................... 15 Sparta ........................... 14 Kent City ........................ 21 Grand Haven Reserves............... 6 Hope Preps ....................... 26 Grandville ........................ 9 Sparta ............................ 6 181 Page Forty EoojiarjvJlfo jj-j h Sckaa! '21 Boys’ Basket Ball Basket ball during this season was a decided improvement over former years. Through the foresight of our Coach, practice was begun at an early date and, by giving everyone a chance, some unexpected material was dis- covered. Although our time for practice was limited, the determination of the men, under the supervision and instruction of Coach Kempers, de- veloped into a team which was able to win 10 out of 13 games, a new record for C. H. S. The team was built around Russell, our lanky center and captain. “Bob” was the man most feared by our opponents because of his unfailing eye for long shots. Through his splendid floor work, he led his teammates to many a victory. Forrest Laug, our gritty and reliable left forward, has sent many opposing guards home with a headache. He mastered the trick of making jump shots, and was continually outwitting his guards. Laug will be a candidate for the pivot position of the 1923 team. “Lillie” was a dangerous man with the ball when under the basket. His cleverness and speed made up for his lack of weight. He has three more years of service for C. H. S. and will undoubtedly prove his merit as one of the best forwards Coopersville ever had. “Dutch” Lee as a guard was invincible. His speed and alertness broke up play after play of opposing teams. Though playing guard, with an occasional burst of speed, he came through for several baskets. The bigger his opponents, the harder he played. “Bill” Lieffers, the other guard, could always be depended on. His weight and long arms were the dread of opposing forwards. In his last game, being shifted to forward, “Bill” managed to make a count for his Alma Mater. The two subs, TerAvest and Bulthuis, broke into the lineup occasion- ally and have so developed that, along with Lillie and Laug, they will form the mainstay of next year’s team. Mr. Kempers, better known on the floor as “Kemp,” stood by the team through thick and thin. His love for clean play was instilled into every- one and caused the team to play the clean, hard games they did. W. G. L. L. O. L. Page Forty-one Standing, left to right—Mr. Kempers, Coach; Howard Rankins, Right Field; Forrest Laug, Center Field; Gerald Lubben, Second Base; Curtis Taylor, Substitute. Sitting—Clyde Pryer, Catcher; Robert Russell, First Base; Elmer Lee, Pitcher; Merlin Pryer, Third Base; Leo Lillie, Short Stop. Baseball The close of the 1921 season left us with very few experienced players but Mr. Kempers, our coach, scoured around until he found enough material from which to forage a strong team. It took a long time to get the team well organized and in good playing condition. Our neighboring schools also had hard luck in forming their teams, so it was diffi- cult to get games in the first of the season. We went to Grandville for our first game Oct. 14 and were defeated by a score of 11 to 7. Grandville gave us a return game Oct. 21, in which we took our revenge on them by a score of 11 to 1. Although track will be the big thing for this spring, we intend to keep as much interest as possible in the national sport. E. L. ’22. Page Forty-two fao erville J-figh 5d aul Triangular Track Meet HUDSONVIL.LE, COOPERSVILLE, AND RAVENNA Early on the morn of May 20th, 1921, patrons and pupils of the three named schools began to arrive in great numbers, some in automobiles, many in Fords, and some on bicycles, but all with banners of the different schools flying. A parade, led by the Coopersville High School band, was formed at the High School and all of the residents of the village were out in force to view it. Events by the grades and the High School girls were staged in the morning, con- sisting of pole vault, standing broad jump, running high and broad jump, 50 and 100 yard dashes by the eighth grade boys, baseball distance throw, running high jump, basket ball relay, 50, 100 and 200 yard dashes by the High School girls. In the afternoon the events of the High School boys were staged. These events consisted of 50, 100, 220 and 440 yard dashes, one-half mile relay, running and standing broad jumps, running and standing high jump, one mile run, shot put, and pole vault. Coopersville was the winner of the trophy which for two years had been the well earned property of Ravenna High. The day passed all too swiftly and, aside from a slight accident during the shot put contest, nothing occurred to mar its pleasure. Troop One, Boy Scouts of America of Coopersville, were the guards of public safety throughout the day. The Coopersville High Hot Lunch Club certainly did themselves proud in regard to dinner, which was served in an abundant and appetizing manner. The program this year will be followed out as nearly the same as it is possible to do with the material on hand, although several of our best athletes finished their high school career last year. It is expected that the business places will all be closed for a half day to give all a chance to attend and learn what our boys and girls are doing along athletic lines. G. T. ’22. Tennis Along with the revival of other athletics here came—tennis. Oh! boy, how they fell for it when the idea circulated through their craniums. Racquets flourished, then—Zip! Putt! Back and Forth! See the ball go! Without question, it is a great sport. In the spring, a tennis tournament to supersede the one begun in the fall of ’21 is expected to take place. It bids fair to bring out some classy material in this line of sport. H. S. Page Forty-three GIRLS’ BASKET BALL Left to right, standing—Alice VanAllsburg, L. F.; Dorothy Albrecht, L. G.; Mr. Dahlberg, Coach; Marion Lawton, Sub. Guard. Front row—Mildred Gordon, Sub. F. R. C.; Beatrice Preston, R. G.; Martha Maebius, J. C.; Esther Streeter, R. F.; Mildred Russell, R. C. Girls’ Basket Ball SCHEDULE Muskegon Heights ............... 24 Grandville ..................... 10 Alumnae ...................... 32 Kent City........................ 4 Faculty ........................ 18 Sparta ......................... 13 Kent City ....................... 4 Grandville ..................... 29 Sparta ......................... 18 Conklin Ind...................... 4 C. H. S............................ 31 C. H. S............................ 37 C. H. S............................ 26 C. H. S............................ 38 C. H. S............................. 54 C. H. S............................ 26 C. H. S............................ 25 C. H. S............................ 28 C. H. S............................ 28 C. H. S............................ 30 Page Forty-four £oopmvilfe Schod i Girls’ Basket Ball The season of 1921-1922 has been a successful one for the girls’ basket ball team. Playing a schedule of ten games, our girls won eight victories, losing one game to Grandville by the narrow margin of one point and another to the Alumnae. They scored a total of 323 points as opposed to our opponents’ total of 156. Never before has such a record been made by a C. H. S. girls’ basket ball team. The team was hampered from the beginning by a scarcity of material, having only two players from last year’s squad. However, every player was out to win and full of real fighting spirit. Martha Maebius, captain of the team, combined all the characteristics desired of a captain. She possessed those excellent qualities of leadership and cooperaton which are so essential to both the team and coach. She played a good reliable game at jumping center. Alice Van Allsburg, playing at left forward, was the outstanding star of the team. She was fast on the floor, accurate in her passing and a consistent point gainer. Esther Streeter, playing the other forward, was an excellent team mate for Alice. Esther has one more year to play for C. H. S. and should be one of the mainstays of next year’s team. Beatrice Preston was a very reliable player for she had the remarkable ability of playing almost any position successfully. STie played forward, guard, and running center. Her regular position was at guard. She was fast and aggressive. Dorothy Albrecht played guard. She was steady and dependable, playing a de- fensive game which was hard for any forward to break through. She was the kind of player who, without starring, gives stability to the team and a feeling of security to the coach. Mildred Russell filled the regular berth at running center. She was aggressive and had a fine fighting spirit. She will have one more year to play for Coopersville. Marion Lawton has played guard and jumping center. She was fast and valuable on the defense for her ability to cover a lot of territory. She will be a valuable asset to next year’s team. Mildred Gordon played her first year of basket ball this year. She developed rapidly, however, became the fastest player on the team, and had an uncanny ability for following the ball. The team owes much of its success to the interest and enthusiasm of their coach, Mr. Dahlberg. The season’s splendid record is due largely to his success in getting the team to work together as a unit. Page Forty-five School Yells LOCOMOTIVE Rah! Rah! Rah! C! H! S! Rah! Rah! Rah! C! H! S! Rah! Rah! Rah! C! H! S! Rah! Rah! Rah! C! H! S! RAH! STRAW BERRY Straw Berry Short Cake, Huckle Berry Pie, V-I-C-T-O-R-Y. Are we in it, well I guess; We’re the bunch from C. H. S. THE AXE Give ’em the axe, the axe, the axe Give ’em the axe, the axe, the axe WHERE? Right in the neck, the neck, the neck Right in the neck, the neck, the neck THERE. We’re the B-E-S-T best Of all the R-E-S-T rest And we’ll B-E-A-T beat you All the T-I-M-E time. Boom-Chika-Boom Boom-Chika-Boom Boom-Chika-Rika-Chika-Rika-Chika-Boom Zip-Boom-Bah Zip-Boom-Bah Coopersville High School Rah! Rah! Rah! NINE RAH’S Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Team! Team! Team! SKY ROCKET s-s-s-s-s-s --- BOOM Ah—Coopersville When you’re up you’re up When you’re down, you’re down When you’re up against C’ville You’re upside down. Page Forty-six Orchestra The Orchestra, which was organized in 1919, has still continued to be a success. The First or Advanced orchestra consists of fifteen members, the number being slightly diminished by last year’s graduating class. Rehearsals are held at the High School on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00. The Advanced orchestra has furnished music for the public several times, will be a few occasions in the future which will call for music. There Rehearsals are held on Wednesday after- The interest shown by The Second orchestra has ten members, noons from 4:00 to 5:00. Music has added greatly to the influence of the school. Miss Emerson and Mr. Conrad has been greatly appreciated. These orchestras, under the leadership of Celia Ginsburg, have progressed very much. Miss Ginsburg is a member of the graduating class. She has proven herself very competent in instruction in the field of music. Leader—Celia Ginsburg Advisors—Mr. Conrad, Miss Emerson Esther Streeter Curtis Taylor Herbert Schillinger Dorothy Lake Anna Marie Mohrhardt Alga Laubengayer Eva Rankins Alverna Baker Adeline Dyke Josephine Weaver Margaret Barnard Leslie Spencer Carol Hill Kenneth Maebius Gerald Laug June Thompson Gayle Grieve Lester Libbey Page Forty-seven Hot Lunch Club The Hot Lunch Club was organized in the fall of 1917 and with much success has continued up to the present date. The membership this year is fifteen. Among the side lines of the school, the H. L. C. is one of the best, especially with the system we have been using the past year. Each girl who does the required amount of work obtains a half credit. We, as members of the H. L. C., feel very much honored for still holding the posi- tion as being the best H. L. C. in the county. The girls feel very grateful for the kind advice given to them by Mr. Conrad and Miss Taylor. They also appreciate Mr. Knowlton’s assistance by keeping the kitchen floor clean. We hope to close this year with a social as has been done in the past years. The officers for the year are: President........... Vice-President...... Secretary-Treasurer. General Manager..... Theola Mohns Jeanette Gunneman Dorothy Busman Celia Ginsburg Delia Fynewever Margaret Easterly Wilma Sickles Delia Fynewever Edna Balcom Martha Maebius Celia Ginsburg D. F. ’22. Erma Warren Jennie Westrate Alverna Baker Marietta Marshall Marie Welling Martha Maebius Harriet Lubben Page Forty-eight Hi-Y The Hi-Y, an organization which has for its aim the development of the four square man, has held its own during the past year. With a membership of fifteen we have met on Wednesday afternoons to discuss problems vital to the young man. Under the leadership of Mr. Kempers and with the help of outside speakers, we have tried to make service, which is the really worthwhile thing in life, our ideal. Mr. TerAvest also gave a series of interesting talks which helped to round out our program. After the discussion meetings we adjourned to the hall for gymnasium work. The Hi-Y sent three representatives to the State Convention at Saginaw, who came back with stronger convictions and a noble resolve to face the problems of life squarely. The officers are: President....... Secretary....... Treasurer....... Chief Counsellor. . Gerald Lubben William TerAvest . Forest Laug John Kempers Hunter Noble Theodore De Maagd Richard Conrad Gerald Laug Harvey Busman Herman Laug Reginald Goodrich Bennie Gunneman John Hinken Kenneth Maebius Marvin Bulthuis Page Forty-nine CAMP TA-TA-POCHEN Page Fifty CAMP WA-TA-POOKEE ■ foopw vUte School 22 Camp Ta-Ta-Pochen Ta-Ta-Pochen—“Hold Together”—is the name of a strong and cheer- ful band of maidens. Ever joyful, ever striving, we have for three years kept the seven laws of the Campfire. First, with Waloli, we grew together in a strong and everlasting friendship. Then, at Camp Kewano where we spent one beautiful and ne’er-to-be-forgotten week, we lost our faithful guide. But as her lost ties of guardianship burned in the grand council fire, we gathered into our fold one Newana, who has since paddled our canoe down the stream of love and friendship. Then as passed the moons of harvest, we once more gathered at our fire and, with our eleven kindles, we welcomed three more consci- entious sisters: Wacha, Wanga, and Oga-nyada. Now we are again gathering finances for the joyous and longed-for camp. In December we pleased the public with our play. Eagerly we are looking forward to the time when we shall again bring together the mothers and daughters in their annual banquet. As our golden sun is gradually setting, we hope our younger sisters will keep the Camp Fires ever burning. D. L. ’23. Camp Wa-Ta-Pookee Camp Wa-ta-pookee was organized in October, 1921, and as a group of girls we feel we have accomplished a great deal since then. We now have eight members, Eluta having joined our group in September. In 1921 we helped with the Mother and Daughter Banquet which was a de- cided success both socially and financially. We have enjoyed several hikes and gleaned a great deal of pleasure as well as instruction. Our guardian, Miss Reynolds, has spared herself in no way to help keep us in an active and healthy condition. We helped with the presenting of a play which was highly appreciated by all and was repeated upon the request of the com- munity. In the summer of ’21 we camped at Camp Kewano for four days, during which time we followed a regular program of Camp Fire Girls. The hearty cooperation of all made everything move along smoothly and we came home stronger than when we went. Once a month we have a ceremonial meeting. This is instructive and helpful, and is enjoyed by all. We learn songs, get honors and are taught new things. H. T. A. ’24. Page Fifty-one CoopeMville 5chaa 22 Declamatory Contestants Dorothy Lake Barnerd Luben Ruth Sevrey ranker.!villa SEhaD 22 Declamatory Contest That which interests us most and on which most stress is laid is ad- vancement along the specified lines of school work. To master our lessons day by day and thus develop our minds is naturally of primary importance. But, in order that the high school graduate may become the kind of leader the world is in need of, students must be trained to speak in public and to address assemblies with a certain degree of confidence. To give some an opportunity for such training, as also for the purpose of entertainment, a declamatory contest was held this year. Of the four members chosen from each class, two were eliminated by preliminary con- tests held early in the year. After some diligent practice, the final contest was held in a public meeting on the evening of March 15. The interest the people showed in this contest was gratifying to say the least. The judges awarded first honors to Barnerd Luben with the declamation “How the LaRue Stakes were Lost;” second place was won by Dorothy Lake with “Two Homecomings;” and third place by Ruth Sevrey speaking “Within the Law.” Page Fifty-three Ooa BMvilk 32 Life Life, the period one sojourns here on earth, Where each and every day gives birth To something new, and never seen before And every night, is but the opening of a door Into a realm of sorrow, or delight, According as the failing sight Of mortal man,—may see things In his heedless flight. Pursuing wealth, luxury, or fame. His life can never be the same. He hurries on, nor heeds the spirit call To the higher, better things in life; He has lost his heart, his soul, his all, In one mad rush of toil and strife, Forgetting to play the game that has been The object in life, of all true men. Life is good, not to be sold. Life is life, worth more than gold. Who among us dare define, This thing so complex and divine, Better we should drift along, On our lips a joyful song, Death shall come unto all men, And 3'e shall die, yet live again. F. G. ’22. Page Fifty-four 1 Scouts and Scouting The problem which presents itself in any attempt at analysis cf boy nature is perhaps the most fluid and changeable in the world. There is a tendency in boy be- havior to avoid the time-worn paths and customs of experience and to seek new chan- nels in which to discharge a supply of energy that is constantly bubbling over. The solution of this problem is the aim of the Boy Scout movement. Scouting is not a military movement. There is not a single factor in the whole scout program that tends toward militarism. The spirit of the Scout program is well expressed by the Scout Oath taken by every boy before he can become a Scout: “On my honor, I will do my best (1) To do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; (2) To help others at all times; (3) To keep myself awake and morally straight.” Such an aim presents an alluring target for cynics, but nevertheless by it? very idealism raises the plane of scouting to something worth striving for. Although scouting is religious it is not sectarian. It does not aim to take the place of the Sunday School or Church. The Boy Scout organization deals primarily with leaderless youths between the ages of twelve and twenty years. During this period of adolescense which is so crucial in a boy’s life, the Scout program aims to divert the restless spirit of boyhood from demoralizing elements, vandalism, and a misguided spirit of adventure by introducing voluntary and yet purposeful activity along lines of interest and pleasure to the boy. To accomplish this scouting turns to the unknown world of woodcraft, fieldcraft, camp- craft, and lifeeraft in which every red blooded youth is genuinely interested and under conditions of pleasure and interest, conditions of character formation, of association, and cooperation, attempts to realize the adult aims of citizenship and character through the boy’s own interest. The fall and winter of 1921-22 has been a period of great activity for Troop 1 of the Coopersville Boy Scouts. Meetings have been held regularly on Monday evenings at troop headquarters with good attendance and a good Scout spirit prevailing. A number of hikes, principally “snow hikes,” interesting and instructive talks by prom- inent men of the town, examinations for promotions, merit badge tests and plans for next summer’s camp have occupied all the time fully; fifes and a drum have been pur- chased for a fife and drum corps. Spring and summer promise increased activity. A play, “A Country Boy Scouts,” is to be given for the benefit of the Scout Camp fund, after which all energy will be concentrated on making the 1922 Camp the best ever. The officers are as follows: Boy Scouts of America Coopersville, Michigan Page Fifty-five Scoutmaster.......... Assistant Scoutmaster Senior Patrol Leader. P. R. Dahlberg Grant Treloar Frank Young ALUMNI OF THE COOPERS VILLE HIGH SCHOOL ’92 Hattie Maxfield Hattie L. McNaughton ’93 Jennie B. Lillie Stella M. Storrs Cassa Griffin Alice Laubach Belle McClellan ’94 Harley J. Phillips Esther Fitzpatrick Bernice Pierce Jennie Sietsema Alice Noble Barney Lubben Harry Alford William Phillips Lillian McNaughton John Higgins ’95 Guy C. Lillie Marie Higgins Evangeline Bevins Gertie Maxfield Caroline Baxter R. J. Foster Nancy Lillie Lucas Slaughter Bessie Treat Arthur Toogood George Lang ’96 Elma Peck Ethel Hutchins Elsie Stewart Elta Turner Horace Walcott George Toogood Gertrude Payne Henry Marshall Joseph Noble Josie Hunter Lyda Arthur Mina Lillie Mae Lillie Mary Platt Minnie Jackson Nellie Walcott William Hoban William Woodhull ’98 Melvina Bailard Hattie Pierce Cora Himelburger Minnie Witcop Ben Rosink Ray Rice Glenn Grieve Alva Cournyer Harold Muzzall Albert Nixon Maud Garnett Lillian Watts ’99 Ruby Oakes Archie Oakes Edith Watts Faye Smith Althea Hutchins Cloie Durham Blanche Reed Harriet Walter Guy Barrett Eddie Downs Lena Austays Goldie Deming Maude White Nellie Slootmaker Bertha Root Myra Lillie Jessie Stewart Charles Reed Elta Barnett 1900 Alice Cooney Archie Walcott Alton Bevins Dean Treat Lawrence Goodrich Frank DeVos Ruby Payne Myrtle Averill Minta Buck Eliza Fitzpatrick Eva Woods ’01 Leta Morrison Edith Hutchins Hattie Minnich Nina Kearney Nina Fiske Frank Minnich Lizzie Guidebeck Grace Barrett ’02 Vernor Muzzall Lizzie Archibald Grace Durham Josephine Walburg Herbert Holmes Goldie Ives Grace Grose Roy Reed John Sivers ’03 Ava Muzzall John Schaub Winnie DeCan Hazel Haas Irma Muzzall Carrie Bailard Loie Locklin William Molloy ’04 Harry Kettle Clyde Hedges Mabel Kelley Edith Marshall Della Rice Allen Jones Herman Goodrich Ray Irish ’05 John Lillie Sumner Irish Lena Plant Bessie Pierce Theresa Zaham Sadie Hart ’06 Benjamin Peck Jessie Tuxbury Florence Schreuder Francis Payne Kathryn Lawton Gertrude Richards Waldo Coburn Ellis Lillie Minnie Averill Don Lillie Ray Muzzall Guy Turner Charles Andrew Ora Lillie Myra VanNett Edyth Lull Ora Garter ’07 Mildred Averill Mildred Thomas Linnie Elbers Ida Zoll Bessie Munger Leon Ives Maurice Buck Otto Schreuder Cora Hoban Audra Garter Beal Kelley Bertha Taylor ’09 Irene Van Allsburg Lura Hosmer Frank Ingalls Ellis Peck Ruth Buck Mary Walter Mabel Wood ’10 Lena Stamp Stella Stillson Mina Messenger Myrtle Triel William Shafer Zola Allen Marie Shafer Asa Kelley ’ll Violet Bache Florence Bevins George Busman Ruth Easton Frank Hambleton Blanche Hosmer Nellie Kloosterhouse Gladys Lake Marion Lawton Elizabeth McIntyre Florence Meyers Lillian Meyers Goldie Platt Rolland Plant I ester Richards Elizabeth Slootmaker Myrtle Styles Edward Guy Slater Jacob Witcop ’12 Hattie Garter Janie Van Allsburg Edna McIntyre Myrtle Baker Constance Ellis Nellie Mulder Silas Sichterman Lester Marston ’13 A lice Bullis Mabel Bullis Ilo Clare Dunning Marcella Glynn Page Fifty-six £oO:pet JviHt, j-|ijrh Howard Irish Mary Lake Dorothy Lillie M. Elizabeth Morrison Alton Murray Florence Peck Wilson Peck Winona Sevey Alta Taylor Vera Van Allsburg ’14 Mary E. Bowser Charles McIntyre Hesse TenHave Helen L. Reynolds Louise G. Van Allsburg Fannie Stevens Bessie M. Stewart Glenn Lake Edna Cook Everett Halleck ’15 M. Berle Bennett Hilda Braamse John W. Busman Lillian Easton Fern Harris Floyd Hull George Laug Harold Laug Bessie McKinnon Lyton Murray Florence Reed Nellie Scott Hoyt Sevey Grace Sichterman Minnie Slootmaker Blanche Stuart Eltha VanSinger ’16 Gervin Blankshine Byron Braamse George Bullis John Elbers Thelma Frost Theresa Granstra Eleanor Kelley Barbara Lillie Lottie Lillie Frieda McKinnon Albert Meyers Harold Scott Russell Slater Nettie Peabody ’17 Edna Bond K. Mae Busman Everett Coleman Florence Douck Viola Hitsman Edna Housler Ruth Hubbel Carl Hutchins Edna Hutchins Herbert Kendall Melvin Lull Gregg Maxfield Mary McIntyre Delia Meyers Wessel Shears Rose Slootmaker Elizabeth Smith Mary Stevens Lizzie Van Allsburg William Venema ’18 Lila Blain Lillian Bonner William Bouwkamp Carrie Burdick Donald Fletcher Frieda Gunneman John Gunneman Martin Hoban Anna Laug Margaret Meyers Helen Peck John Schestag Mary Smith Don Stevens Elsie Mae Stiles Arthur Van Allsburg Iona Wallis Nellie Walt Dorothy Wolbrink Francis Wolbrink ’19 Helen Hanchett Jennie Hinken Katherine Hoban Edithe Housler Hessel Kooistra Ruth Laug Hazel Lubben Glenn Messenger Wayne Murray Clarence Schestag Marion Spencer Gerald Squier Russel Van Koevering Ruth Wallis Warren Wallis Russell Wolbrink ’21 Lettie Albrecht Marie Albrecht Harold Bargwell Harvey Busman Helen Busman Helen Daggett Maude Easterly Marie Edwards Margery Frost Pearl Garter Gladys Face Frank Gunneman Leah Gunneman Jacob Hinken Ina Legget Lloyd Lewis Marjorie Park Irene Smith Edith Spencer Glenn Taylor Harvey Teusink Alice Toogood Charles Westover Anita Walt John Wolbrink F. J. Comstock Howard McKinnon Phila McIntyre Thelma Hill Florence Reynolds Jennie Scott Minnie Van Allsburg Jeannette Van Koevering Ruby Lieffers Lloyd Pryer Iva Taylor Arthur Getty ’20 Myron Albrecht Charles Allen Howard Brecken Evelyn Brown Norma Campbell Esther Cook John De Maagd Gladys De Neff DIRECTORY M. E. Church, Coopersville Rev. E. Andrews, Pastor Services (Sunday) 10:30 a. m. Preaching Service 11:45 a. m. Sunday School 5:30 p. m. Junior League 7:00 p. m. Epworth League 7:45 p. m. Preaching Service Free Methodist Church, Coopersville Rev. G. H. Akins, Pastor Services (Sunday) 10:00 a. m. Sunday School 11:00 a. m. Preaching Service 7:30 p. m. Evening Service 7:30 p. m. Prayer Meeting (Thursday) Hi-Y John Kempers, Counsellor Gerald Lubben, President 3:30 p. m. Wednesday 4:45 p. m. Recreation I. O. O. F. Hall Boy Scouts of America Paul Dahlberg, Scoutmaster Grant Treloar, Assistant Scoutmaster 7:00 p. m. Monday. Town Hall Reformed Church, Coopersville Rev. Harry Hoffs, Pastor Services 9:00 a. m. Holland Language 2:00 p. m. English Language 3:30 p. m. Sunday School 7:45 p. m. Christian Endeavor 2:00 p. m. Cathechism (Saturday) St. Michael’s Church, Dennison Rev. Daniel Hyland, Pastor Services , 8:30 a. m. Second Sunday of month 11:00 a. m. Fourth Sunday of month St. Mary’s Church, Marne 8:30 a. m. Fourth Sunday of month 11:00 a. m. Second Sunday of month Christian Reformed Mission, Coopersville Services 10:30 a. m. (Sunday) Camp Fire—Camp Ta-Ta-Pochen Ada DePree, Guardian Camp Wa-ta-pookee 3:30 p. m. Wednesday Helen Reynolds, Guardian Monthly ceremonial meeting Page Fifty-eight “Martha had a little curl, It hung beside her ear, But when she went to bed it hung Upon the chiffonier.” Some fellows get up at five o’clock in the morning so that they’ll have more time to loaf. Has anybody here seen Al. Cohal? Kero sene her last night; she hasn’t ben zine since. Gaso lined against the lamp post and took a nap tha. Oh! Caesar, when you did depart, Where climate never varies, Why, in your haste, did you forget To take your Commentaries? Little drops of acid, Little drops of zinc, Put into a test tube Make an awful—ODOR! Fresh—“Let me borrow your pen?” Soph—“Nothing doing; that’s how I got it.” Miss De Free—“Do you know “Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address?” M. A.—“Why—ah—I thought he lived at the White House.” Sevior (to Junior)—“Would you like to meet my cousin? She has just reached the age of 20.” Junior (after one look)—“For the love of Mike, what detained her?” B. L.—“I’m doing my best to get ahead.” Miss Emerson—“Well, it’s a cinch you need one.” Soph (to Fresh)—“There’s a place named after you in Ohio.” Fresh—“Oh! what is it?” Soph—“Marbletop.” Dahlberg (in Chemistry)—“We will all take Sulphuric Acid tomorrow.” Page Fifty-nine NEW HOTEL LUNCH RULES Guests are requested not to speak to the dumb waiter. If the room gets too hot, open the window and watch the fire escape. Don’t worry about paying your bill; the house is supported by its foundation. If you are fond of athletics and like good jumping, lift the mattress and see the bed spring. Guests who wish to do a little driving will find the hammer and nails in the cupboard. If the gas goes out, take a feather from the pillow; that’s light enough for any room. Bed ticks furnished to tell time. Go to bed every night, because the bed won’t go to you. Miss De Pree—“Have you done any outside reading?” L. L.—“No, ma’am; it’s too cold.” Dahl (discussion of birds)—“Sea gulls can fly very far.” Fresh—“Gee, storks must have strong wings, they fly around enough. Do they really come down the chimney?” K. P.—“What’s that bump on your head?” J. H.—“Oh! that’s where another thought struck.” C. P.—“Are you Hungary?” A. V. A.—“Yes, Siam.” C. P.—“Well, come along; I’ll Fiji.” Physics Class—“A flywheel makes seven resolutions per second.” Little Boy—“Do you know what I am thinking of?” His Sister—“No, what is it?” Little Boy—“I am thinking,” said he, “that if I were not in the room your beau would kiss you.” His Sister—“You impudent boy; leave the room instantly.” Capt.—“Fire at will.” Ken.—“Where is he?” Owen Moore went away Owen Moore than he could pay; Owen Moore came back again Owen Moore. Dahlberg (to Stan.)—“When do you intend to work?” Stan.—'“As soon as I quit school.” W. L.—“Say, did you know that the jokes for the annual are improving?” F. G.—“How’s that?” W. L.—“Well, I tried a couple in the furnace, and the furnace roared.” Soph (to Fresh)—“Hey, kid; got any thumb tacks?” Fresh—“No, but I’ve got pretty good finger nails.” E. L.—“Say, do you know what the Freshmen Class reminds me of?” L. F.—-“No, what?” E. L.—“A Ford.” L. F.—“Why?” E. L.—“Because there’s a crank in front and about 59 nuts behind.” Goodrich—“What makes you so fat?” Fat (Hunter)—“I eat what’s right. What makes you so thin?” Goodrich—“I eat what’s left.” Soph—“We can’t send letters to Washington any more.” Fresh—“Why! How’s that?” Soph—“ ’Cause he’s dead, brainless!” Page Sixty OaapErivilfe jjJgb School 22 First Pupil—“If the tea leaves, does the coffee have grounds for divorce?” Second Pupil—“Yes, if the tea spoons.” D. L. (on seeing a light-house)—“Gee, I’d hate to be a light-house keeper.” R. T. A.—“Did you say ‘light house’ keeper?” E. L.—“Do you know what the part in the middle of Bob’s hair reminds me of?” F. G.—“No.” E. L.—“A path through a vacant lot.” G. W.—“What do you expect to be when you graduate, Dock?” Dock—“Grey-headed.” J. R. K.—”Say, wouldn’t it be an awful sight if everybody were—blind?” B. P.—“Why, how tired your eyes look.” J■ IV.—“Well, they ought to be; I’ve been rolling them all evening.” Miss De Pree (in English Class)—“Say, Francis, do you want to go to the office?” Francis—“Naw, I kin have just as much fun here.” Gert—“Dock said I was the only girl he could marry.” Martha—“Why? Had he asked all the rest?” F. L.—“Did you hear the new one about the flea?” H. J. S.—“No, what is it?” F. L.—“There’s one on you.” Soph (to Fresh)—“I can tell you something that will turn your head.” Fresh—“Oh! what is it?” Soph—“Your neck.” Miss Emerson (absent-mindedly)—“Well, if I have to go at all, I might as well go in person.” WHO???????? He failed in French, He failed in Chem, We heard him softly hiss, “I’d like to get the guy who said— That ignorance is bliss.” If love is blind And lovers can’t see. Why in the dickens Don’t someone love me? M. P.—“I owe you some money, don’t I?” R. T. R.—“Yes, four bits.” M. P.—“What for?” B. T. R.—“Any four you want to give me.” M. D. P.—“Curtis, was that you talking aloud?” C. r.-“No, ma’am.” M. D. P.—“Are you sure you were not talking aloud?” C. T.—“Yes, ma’am.” M. D. P.—“Well, whoever it was better stop it, Curtis.” Capt.—“Run to first base, Harvey!” H. B.—“What’s the matter; did the ball hit me?” Dahlberg—“Forrest, what is a molecule?” Forrest—“I don’t know. I never saw one.” C. G.—“Oh! I’ve such a cold in my head this morning.” J. F.—“Well, that’s better than nothing.” Page Sixty-one faDpgMviljjj fflfth chaol '22 Physiology Class—“Harold, how many ribs have you?” Harold—“I don’t know; I’m so ticklish I never could count them.” Inquisitive Student—“To what do you attribute your long life, Mr. Conrad?” Mr. Conrad—“ ’Cause I was born a long time ago.” Kempers—“What are you late again for?” Boh K.—“For school, sir.” ' Hester B.—“Have you anv hair nets?” Clerk—“Yes, ma’am.” Hester B.—“Invisible?” Clerk—'“Yes.” Hester B.—“Let me see one.” Harvey Bus. saw a sign on a guide-post in the country: “This will take you to Grand Rapids.” He sat on the sign for about three hours and then exclaimed, “I wonder when the blooming thing is going to start.” Ken. Flac el—“Are you going to ask us everything we don’t know in French exam- ination, Miss De Pree?” Miss De Pree—“Can’t be done, Kenneth, we only have an hour.” Miss Emerson—“You say you like my eyes; how do you like my mouth?” Mr. Dahlberg—“Well, taking it as a whole—” Miss Emerson—“Sir!” FLUNK! F—orgot to study L—ate hours! U—nexpected examination. N—othing prepared? K—icked out of class. Miss Shellenbarger—“I love those flowers you sent me, Mr. Kempers; they’re so fresh. I believe there’s a little dew on them.” Mr. Kempers—“Oh! there is, but I’ll pay it next week.” CLASS STONES Freshman—Emerald Sophomore—Sbapstone Junior—Grindstone Sen ior—Tombstone Considering how much the bell knows, it is wonderful how much it has tolled. Is “stealing a march” worse than taking a walk. Matchless misery—Having a cigarette and nothing to light it with. Long Division—A divorce. Johnny, don’t sit in your shirt sleeves or you’ll catch cold. Johnny—How can I sit in my shirtsleeves? Wanted—A hinge from the gait of a horse. All is not bliss that blisters. A high hat doesn’t become all men, but it seems to us that a stove pipe soots everybody. Wanted—A hired girl made to order. A round sum—A penny. A buy word—How much? A capital business—Lending money. A death blow—A cyclone. What’s the use of a seat of war to a standing army? W. G. L. ’22. Page Sixty-two ville School 21 Autobiography of an Annual Well, here I am down off the shelf again I s’pose, to show me to some friend; Although I am only a book, I’ve often received many a look From pupils and their teachers dear. Some think that I am very queer— Now, on my first pages you will see An advertisement for Lipton’s Tea; Then next I have a hat so fine Miss Waller chose this from her line. Now begin the faculty’s faces, And now they have a change of places. Upon the page listed as four Is the editorial staff looking quite bored. Then the senior class officers looking quite fine, With real happy faces and right there in line. My, some do receive a terrible slam, I bet to graduate they have had to cram. Ah, there’s that old class prophecy Take it down and see what it says for me. I know they have given me something still In that grand old page of their class will. Just lock at that great junior class, They sure have got the Co-Hi’s pass On all those sophomores over there, And above all the Freshmen’s stare. Gaze on that calendar for the year, We’ve had many a good time and cheer Most all the Basket Ball games we have won, Although we played them just for fun. See there, our boys’ great strong team, They’ve won most every game, now don’t it seem? Our girls just broke the record work Won every game right from the start. Here’s the Hot Lunch Club advertised, too, Sounds like cocoa to me, don’t it to you? Next comes the miscellaneous snaps Of many a girlie with their chaps. Look at those jokes oh, aren’t they great? But we’re at the end, for pity sake Now how would you like to listen to That tone of voice, it’s something new. Well I get ripped down from here A million times in any year. Sometimes I’m not treated very good And I sure would tell them if I could. Now that my pages are nearly done I hope your admiration I have won. D. L. ’23. 0 raapwsyilfafjjgh choaf '22 Why an Education is Necessary to the Man or Woman of Today. HAT has been the cause of the prosperity of our country? When the thirteen original colonies united under the “Articles of Confederation” to form a more stable government, the representatives chosen by the people to Congress were men of the very best education. Why? When the delegates to the Constitutional Convention of Virginia were to be sent and Washington’s name as one of the delegates was announced, why did it inspire hope in the hearts of the people? Why was Washington chosen President of this Convention? Because it was necessary to have for a President a man of ability and education. What does ability mean? To define “ability” we must take into consideration the power a person has to fit himself or herself into any circumstance. What were Washington’s abilities? Because of his education which he gained as a military leader, serving in the French and Indian Wars, he was chosen commander- in-chief in the Revolution and, after the independence of the Colonies was won, he was elected the first President of our country. Why does everyone experience such a thrill of patriotism when the names of Washington and Lincoln are mentioned? Learned, brave and true were these men, loved and honored by the whole nation. Education has a tendency to strengthen the character of a person. If Washington had not possessed such rare abilities, would he have been chosen President of our country? Here we find that education has caused the prosperity of this nation. Ambition is also an important factor. Education makes strength, religion, character and so many other things which help to make our country a united one. The man or woman of today finds that a more widely extended education is neces- sary to solve the problems of today than was necessary in the time of George Wash- ington. They also find that greater opportunities are offered today than in the time of Washington. So it will be in the days to come. Why not make a proper use of all these wonderful opportunities offered to us? Take your rightful place in this world as a true and educated citizen. Live up to the principles of America and make it still better than it has been before. Education is not a luxury. It is that “something” absolutely necessary for effi- ciency to help in the many problems caused by the World War and above all to build your character so as to be a true and loyal citizen of the United States of America. C. G. ’22. Page Sixty-four Qioper.syille j-jigj� 5c ao '11 The Diploma Centuries ago, to the early Greeks and Romans, certificates, written on wax tablets, were presented to the scholars, who had in accordance with the curriculum, pursued their studies with a high degree of excellence. We know that, today, upon graduation of a class from its Alma Mater, modified forms of the ancient certificates are given to each member. But, friend, perhaps you have considered it as only a mere link in a succession of formalities attendant upon Commencement. Do you fully realize the true graduate? Do you know that there is a wealth of personal history connected with it which gives to it a position of vital interest to its possessor? Within those printed clauses there is that which implies that the graduate has possession of an invaluable asset of character; and gives recommendation of ability,— the ability to work. Work,—consider that word. From time immemorable man was by nature called upon to work. Today, the man or woman who can and will work is the man or woman whom the world requires. To secure a diploma and to retain the reputation which attends it requires an unceasing continuance of labor. From day to day the student toils at his lessons. On many occasions he is perplexed and discouraged, still by perseverance and the friendly aid of the instructors the problem is made clear and there is a silent joy in his heart, —the exaltation of a conqueror. There are many months of ceaseless patience intervening between the time of entrance into school and graduation from it, but the student feels rewarded in a great measure, when upon the arrival of Commencement day,—the day of entrance into a new life,—he becomes the proud, elated possessor of his passport,—the diploma. H. S. ’22. Page Sixty-five rpnp rsvlifa j-jiijh chaal 22 Junior Class Alphabet A is for Alice that cute little girl. Who runs to and fro with a swing of a curl. And also for Abe and Akins, whom we take up next. They take school like a sermon with study for their text. B is for Beatrice and Bertha, who are so wise, They’re always declaiming shouts forth to the skies. And also for Baker, a geometry shark, Mischievous, fun-loving, always ready for a lark. C is for Conrad who thinks he’s first rate. If you’re looking for a peach, here’s a place for a date. I) is for Doris, whose eyes are so blue, They always look straight, as if they were true. Also for Dot, who rides in a Ford, Until it breaks down, then it’s drawn by a cord. E is for Edna, pretty little girl, When she rolls those wicked eyes of hers Your head begins to whirl. E is for Ethel, better known as Steve, Who is always seen with him, morning, noon and eve. Also for Eva and Eleanor, two little flowers, Who always come home in the late midnight hours. F is for Frances, so jolly and strong, She charms little boys with her sweet little song. G is for Gwen, grim and sedate, Who leaves someone else to tell of her fate. Also for Gordon, our mischievous boy Who once you really know, you begin to enjoy, H is for Helen who says what she means, And he who has seen her toward that attitude leans. I is for eyes, which you will need, When glancing over this annual, this article you read. J is for Johnny, the talkative boy, Who runs off his rhymes for the sake of the joy. Also for Jo, the orchestra star. While playing her fiddle, you can hear it afar. K is for Kenneth, that kute klever kid. Whose height is so short, he’s easily hid. L is for Lawton, the Junior vamp, Who turns every boy into a regular scamp. Also for Lieffers, Laug and their like, Who always get tired when they take a good hike. M is for Mildred, who is good through and through, In Dick’s estimation, it surely is true. M is for Maebius as also for Margaret, Who have never been known to quarrel as yet. Page Sixty-six foD envilla H SE a ®22 N is for Nicholas and Norris, who refuse to grow, They are already so tall and the ceiling so low. Also for Naomi, the true scripture name, Whose mind never changes, she’s always the same. O is for Omlor who’ll cry with surprise, If in reading this annual, his own name he spies. I’ is for Peter, whom none of us know, And is absent this year, so just let him go. Q is for queer, which stands for us all, So hold on quite tight lest we all fall. It is for Rankins, a genius in Latin, And R is for Reed a beauty in satin. S is for Streeter, a basket ball shark, Who chased after Dick until long after dark. Spencer and Swanson to this list we add, In order to keep them from feeling quite mad. Then comes Stephens, the Coopersville clown, Who in future days will be one of renown. T is for TerAvest. Who knows what he’ll make ? But this we do know, he’s fond of the lake. T is for our dear teachers, in number just six, Who sometimes get stuck in a very great fix. U is for you who we’re writing this for, But please for our studies sake, don’t ask for more. V means Van Doom, who looks so forlorn, Whenever you mention his girl in the morn. Of W’s there are three, Walcott and Wolbrink and West she goes straight In order to find a sweet little mate. X stands for kisses the shabby old things, Please keep them away and give us the rings. Y means we’re young with plenty of tongue And much comic sense that cannot be sung. Z is the last so we bid you adieu To take the next train for Kalamazoo. G. A. E. R. F. R. Page Sixty-seven fjripp nvMIe, fjijjh School 22 For Mother’s Sake” “Mother, why are we always hungry?” This question was asked by a small boy with curly hair, and large brown eyes that no longer laughed. Little Paul was an Armenian. He was often troubled because he could not understand why they must always be hungry. Their beautiful home had been destroyed, and where were his two brothers and his father? To all these questions his mother sorrowfully shook her head. If only Paul could understand! But we know the reason only too well. These poor people gave their lives for their country, and what did they get in return? As Paul grew to be a man he did understand, and vowed he would avenge the wrongs done to Armenia. In order to do this he must leave his dear old mother and go into the world to fight. She was the only one who held him back. After a hard struggle, he left her in care of an old neighbor lady and went bravely forth to fight his battle. Very determined, and with this one aim in mind, “Avenge the Wrongs of Armenia,” Paul joined the army. The war was over in word but not in deed. The small army marched wearily through the country trying to secure food by force or robbery. They were desperate, weak, and hungry. In this condition the little army happened to be traveling near the German border. Hungry and overcome with fatigue, they lay down to rest. A small portion of food had been given to each one. Paul decided to keep his until morning. Looking into the deep blue heavens, twinkling with stars, he imagined he saw his mother with out- stretched arms calling tearfully for him to come back. He almost resolved to turn traitor when “Avenge the Wrongs of Armenia” rang in his ears, and then a pitiful moan of someone in distress. He awakened from his reverie, dazed, and unable to realize where he was when the mournful sound again reached his ears. Now fully awake he sat up and listened! Only the sound of a hooting owl broke the silence. He trembled in the cool evening breeze, but listen! Again that moaning sound. Paul sprang to his feet and quietly but swiftly ran to where the sound seemed to come from. He approached a dark woods where a man was scarcely able to make his way. Still, with a great effort, he managed to crawl through the bushes and brambles, listen- ing eagerly for the sound again. Suddenly, he stumbled over a man and in the star- light he recognized the captain of the German army. Here, indeed, was his chance “to avenge the wrongs of Armenia.” Drawing his gun from under his arm he was about to draw the trigger when the body moved. “Mother! Mother! I’m coming,” came faintly from the lips of the wounded man. Paul lowered his gun. Again he saw his dear old mother waiting anxiously for him. Could he kill this man even though he were a German officer? A man who also had a mother waiting for him? His eyes drifted toward the sky. Softly he murmured, “For Mother’s Sake” and replaced his gun at his side. Lifting the man gently from his bed of moss, he discovered that he was severely wounded and threw him carefully across his shoulder. It was toward morning when he reached the camp, exhausted in body but not in spirit. He hid the German’s coat, and put his own upon him so that he would not be recognized. Then Paul gave him his portion of bread and water, and bound up his wounds. Of course, he could not express his thanks enough to Paul so he told him he would be rewarded later. When he was able to walk he left the camp, but not until he had heard Paul’s story. A week later the small Armenian army was surprised to see the same man enter their camp but this time in German uniform. They were about to seize Paul as a traitor when the German stopped them. He told them of Paul’s brave deed and said he could get all the food he wanted at a near-by German camp as a slight reward Paul had truly “avenged the wrongs of Armenia” but in an entirely different wav Now he could bring food to his mother, and to all his country. This was, indeed a better way to “avenge their wrongs.” J. L. ’23 Page Sixty-eight rmpzMvttfo JJijfh cJmsoI Class Schedule Name As We Know Favorite Saying Hobby Them Dorothy Albrecht............. Dot Gee! Whiz! Studying at noon Alverna Baker.......... Baker Oh— Writing letters Hester Busman... ... Bus It seems to me Getting “A’s” Lillie Frost................. Frosty My Gosh! Powdering Delia Fynewever.............. De-De Don’t you dare! Hot Lunch Jeanette Fynewever........... Jane My! Heavens! Being a perfect lady Francis Garter............... Garter Hot Dog! Writing poems Kenneth Garter............... Ken What the hen! Witty remarks Celia Ginsburg............... Ceil I’m shocked! Music Florence Hoban............... Fleecy “Lands sake” Blushing Emma Lake.................... Lakey “Holy Moses” Sassing teachers Elmer Lee.................... Dutch Dogg.ne it! Reading novels William Lieffers............. bill You win Sharpening pencils Barnerd Luben................ Barney Behave yourself! Going to church Anna M. Mohrhardt............ Rea Haven’t got time Chuckling Martha Maebius............... Curly O! Dear! Waiting for the car Beatrice Preston............. Bea Honest to Pat Fording Robert Russell............... Bob Pizzle Wizzle Drawing cartoons Alice Seekman................ Alice Uh! Huh! Singing Curtis Taylor................ Billy ??????? Throwing stuff Grant Treloar................ General Pipe down! Boy Scouts Alice VanAllsburg...-........ Taft I was so peeved Basket Ball Erma Warren.................. Wormie No! Sir! Singing Marie Welling................ Maria Go on-n-n Being stubborn Gertrude Whitman............. Gert Go home! Tobehelpedupstairs Henry Langland............... Hank Good nite! shirt! Talking French John Harmsen................. Harm Er-a-a Doing nothing Herbert Schillinger.......... Herb What the dickens Chemistry Clyde Pryer.................. Pryer My Gosh! Playing marbles Merlin Prver................. Mike Man, Oh! 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Mr. Osmer—reading in school. “ 25—Penny collection for Foch medal “ 27-28—Teachers Institute at Detroit Continued on page 79 DISTINCTIVE PRINTING Printing that will attract attention and put your advertising in a class by itself-printing that contains originality in conception and excellence in its execution—This quality of originality and individuality characterizes all the Printed work we turn out. VERDUIN SHEARS, Publishers THE COOPERSVILLE OBSERVER Page Seventy-: This space reserved for Chas. R. Parish Company that those endeavoring to succeed in attaining a higher education may have the support of every man, woman and child of the community. ill Page Seventy-eight SERVICE QUALITY Ottawa County Gas and Oil Company Phone No. 53 COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN Service Station on the Dixie. Call Us for Deliveries. TEXACO OILS KELLY - SPRINGFIELD TIRES Nov. 2-3-4—Mid-Term Exams. “ 9—Report cards are distrib- uted “ 11—Armistice program in As- sembly “ 18—Freshmen party “ 21—Contract for printing An- nual signed “ 28—Geometry class has Exercise 35 explained “ 30—Mr. Face speaks on “Edu- cation” in Assembly Dec. 2—C. H. S. vs. Hope Prep, game “ 9—C. H. S. vs. Muskegon Heights “ 9—Seniors tryout for Declama- tory Contest “ 16—Juniors tryout for Declama- tory Contest. C. H. S. vs. Grandville “ 17—C amp Fire Girls give “Windmills of Holland” “ 21—Miss Sima visits school “ 23—Christmas program Continued on page 81 J. S. SCHREUDER JEWELER A complete line of Graduation Gifts COOPERSVILLE............MICHIGAN Page Seventy-nine COMPLIMENTS OF --------THE------- Coopersville State Bank Capital and Surplus $47,500 CHAS. P. LILLIE, President L. D. MILLS, Vice President M. DURHAM, Cashier GERTIE COMSTOCK, Asst. Cashier PAUL HAHN, Teller Page Eighty J. A. LAUG Staple and Fancy GROCERIES JOHN AIMS TO PLEASE Jan. 3—Everybody back to work Hope College Gospel Team here “ 6—C. H. S. vs. Kent City. Sophomores tryout for De- clamatory Contest “ 11—Seniors introduce C o - H i. Freshmen tryout for De- clamatory Contest Reed Son TRY REED’S OCEAN TEA Guaranteed not to turn red COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN “ 12-13-16—Exams. “ 20—C. H. S. vs. Sparta “ 24—C. H. S vs. Nunica “ 27-28—Sparta-Kent City trip “ 30—Dick Conrad turns in his B. B. suit Continued on page 83 Phone TAYLOR’S GARAGE N°-84 DODGE BROTHERS MOTOR CARS Repairs and Accessories for All Makes of Automobiles. QUALITY AND SERVICE GUARANTEED COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN Page Eighty-one Famous since the days of Barbara Frietchie Cha se-Hackley Pianos For Lovers of Good Music The Exceltone Player-Piano, Style 28, pictured above, is the Piano that is bringing such joy to the homes of music-loving people today. Think of it! Without any knowledge of music you can, with the Exceltone Player, carry yourself and family into a fairyland of music by simply inserting a roll of your own choice. The Exceltone Player-Piano is designed in hardwood case, cross piled and double veneered, m fine figured Mahogany, Walnut or Oak. It incorporates double fold- ing lallboard, folding treadle set or pedals, and full seven and one-third octaves, 88-notes—I ull iron Irame. Complete overstrung bass. Ivory keys. Double re- peating piano action. Player action contains Flexible Striking Fingers, Self-Adjust- ing T rackcr Device, Self-Acting Accenting Bellows, and Indestructible metal tub- ing. Metal parts are absolutely uniform and true. Is equipped with Silver Tucker Bar. _ The action is of the lughset standard of quality and specially guaranteed. A favorite wherever seen, heard, or operated. The Chase-Hdckley line comprises Chase brothers Reproducing Pianos in both Grands and Uprights—Chase Brothers Uprights—Chase Brothers Players— Exceltone Players — Hackley Uprights—Carlisle Uprights. We invite your inspection of our Factory to Home fVay” which includes specials term to out-of-town buyers. Chase-Hackley Salesrooms Clay at Third Muskegon, Michigan Page Eighty-two The Grand Raf ids, Grand Haven and Muskegon Railway Company We d like to extend our system, and improve it. Don t you know. But we cannot, if we cannot get The necessary dough. We want to give you service, of a kind that Can t he heat. And your good-will will helf us To stand upon our feet And help to solve the problem of transportation cost. So with yovir co-operation, there s nothing can he lost. Feb. 2—“Windmills of Holland” again “ 3—Defeat G. H. Reserves “ 10—Sophomore class party “ 11—C. H. S. loses to Hope Preps —some trip “ 13—Faculty Valentine party at Reynold’s “ 15—C. H. S. defeats Grandville (there). Girls lose by one point “ 16—Hi-Y gives the pedaphone stunt in Assembly “ 17—Last basket ball game. A double victory over Sparta “ 22—Washington’s birthday pro- gram “ 28—Seniors win in the Inter- class tournament “ 18—Getting ads in G. R. is no snap. Junior class party at Omlor’s Continued on page 85 DR. E. BUSSIS VETERINARY SURGEON CALLS ANSWERED PROMPTLY DAY OR NIGHT phone 66 COOPERSVILLE. MICH. Page Eighty-three jnoj-XujSig agej IHItlllllMIIHtHimilllHIHIHIIIMIHIIIHIIHHIIIHIHHIlHmumilHtlltlllltlHKIIIIIIIinilltlltHIIIIIIIIIIIHIMII IIIIIHIIHIIIIIIIIIIII� MIII)tllllltllllllllllllllHIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIHIIIHIIIItllllllllllltllllHllllllllllllllllllaltHlllllllll l ll l,l lU iuv4tuoj Suiuuvj IpSSvQ J 3 3lfl Jo SJUOUlljdlUOJ .................................................................................................. m.......«mi COMPLIMENTS OF THE NUNICA STATE BANK 4% Paid on Savings Deposits NUNICA, - MICHIGAN ...MIMiMIIIIIMMlUiMMMNMMMMMMNMiMMUMIMM.IMMMIMMMMIN .•. Hl Mar. H 2— Co-Hi pictures taken 3— Freshmen class party 10—Faculty Play “Mr. Bob” 15—Declamatory Contest 22—Mid-Term Exams. 24—Annual goes to press 27—Spring Vacation Continued on page 87 It. S. BROWN “When Better Automobiles are Built Buick Will Build Them” Grain, Feed, Flour, Seed, Fertilizer Noble Buick Highest Market Price Paid for GRAIN Company NUNICA, MICHIGAN Muskegon, - Michigan Page Eighty five The Fourth National Bank 169 MONROE AVE. Grand Rapids. Michigan OFFICERS Wm, H. Anderson.........president L Z. Caukin. .... Vice President J C Bishop................cashier A T. Edison, . . , assistant cashier Harry Lundberg. assistant Cashier DIRECTORS Wm h. Anderson Robert D. Graham Samuel G. Braudy James L Hamilton Christian Bertsch Edward G. Raymond Lavant Z Caukin Sidney F. Stevens I William H. Gay Robert E. Shanahan I Marshall M Uhl Quality Builders’ Hardware House Furnishings, Paints and Varnishes Plumbing and Heating Willys-Knight and Overland Motor Cars Reo Speed Wagon Trucks J. I. Case and Twin City Power Farm Machinery Goodyear and Fisk Auto Tires Gargoyle Mobiloils, Etc. are some of the standard high quality merchandise we sell as merchants. Hillman Hardware Company COOPERSV1LLE, MICHIGAN Page Eighty-six EAT AT ALLEN’S RESTAURANT Meals and Short Orders R. REYNOLDS DEALER IN, Coal, Tile, Sewer Pipe, Fertilizer, Etc. COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN ... mill....I.II.I................... Ill...III!.MIIIIINININIHIII.I.IIUIIMININIMIHUIIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIMMIII April —Parties May —Track Meet “ —Final Exams. June 4—Commencement Sermon “ 7—Class Exercises “ 9—Commencement H. S. Helvetia Miilk Condensing Company - MANUFACTURERS OF----- Pet Brand Evaporated JVlillc COOPERSVILLE. MICHIGAN Page Eighty-seven Coopersville High School Stands for Scholarship Below is the Honor Roll for the Year 1922 HESTER BUSMAN. . 94.538 DOROTHY ALBRECHT. . 92.076 MARTHA G. MAEBIUS. . 90.857 BARNERD LUBBEN. 90.357 CELIA GINSBURG. . 88.916 ERMA WARREN. 88.8 ALVERNA BAKER. . 88.181 KENNETH GARTER. 87.75 LILLIE FROST. 87.643 DELIA FYNEWEVER. 87.615 HERBERT SCHILLINGER. 87.154 The Board of Education of Coopersville, Michigan IIMMIIIIIIIMIMIMMIMIMIMHIMHIIMIIMMIMIHlIIMli IIHHIMHMI Compliments of Men s and Boys o utfitters Page Eighty-nine tllllUIIIHUIItlMMIIlMlHllltlllllHMIIIIIIMUUIItllUIIIMMIKIWtlmilMilttMItlUMIMIMMIHIIIIIIMIHtlMIItllllHItlHItmiUHIL Always Pays the Highest Price for BUTTER-FAT Wall Paper Crystal Creamery Co. L. J. HINKEN, Prop. COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN Phone 142 At the Right Price and Hung Right. Satisfaction Guaranteed R. JOURDEN Also am agent for the Aermotor Self-Oiling Windmills COOPERSVILLE, MICHIGAN iilltHIMIIHIIIIIIIIMHIMIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllMIIIII Holland Furnaces Make Warm Friends Holland Furnace Co. 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