Dunkerton High School - Raider Yearbook (Dunkerton, IA)

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1919 volume:

THE PROCESS Being a Year Book compiled by the Students of The Dunkerton Schools 1919 DUNKERTON IOWA We the Sophomores of 1919 do dedicate this ( Annual to our Principal and Teacher oMrs. Pearl Giddings Cruise who has so faithfully labored with us the past year Process of Svolution Before the town of Dunkerton was even on the map the District Xo. 9 school house stood near Fettkether’s corner. They held school out there after the town of Dunkerton was started, then they moved it to town. In 1892 the board voted to rent the building which stood on H. YV. Bucher’s lots for ninety dollars a year for a term of three years. This same building is occupied at present by M. Rinderknecht. Some of the teachers who taught here were: Kellie Johnson. Minnie Jones, Anna Lanigan, Grace Jones, F. F. Knapp, Jessie Markin, C. W. Harter and I. N. Eaton. In 1895 the school board bought a tract of land for $410 of Win. McNellis for a site for a new school building. The lowest bid for building was $1,300 made by C. M. Lamb and was accepted. 1. N. Eaton with Olivia Bachman were the first teachers; others were Lucy Dunkerton, J. V. Boyle, Bessie llodges, I. M. Law, G. Sage, Ortha Hartman (Mrs. Ortha Cowlishaw), Clara Chapman, Mae Frances, Lucy D. Mason and her daughter Mildred, Edyth Van Tuyl and Bessie Jones. Bessie Hodges taught here the longest of any teacher except Miss Whillis, who was here nearly five years. In 1900 the board had a meeting to decide what should be done with the school house. It was voted to repair it as much as absolutely necessary and bring the question to the voters at the next annual meeting. In 1908 the board met and delegated T. 1’. Dunkerton and J. R. Page to have the old building torn down. I lie laborers, who tore down the building were paid 15c an hour for their work. The board bought the present school house site of G. T. McNellis for $200. 1 he bids that were up for the decision of the board were from Mr. Scales -and J. A. Renz. J. A. Renz’s bid for $2,200 was accepted. When it came to buying a bell, a motion was made that they buy the bell from Sears, Roebuck Co., but when it came to a vote there were two in favor and two opposed, it was then decided to buy the bell of J. A. Campbell. The first teachers who taught in the new building were Gertrude Merrit who taught in the upper grades, for $40, and Harriet Merrit in the lower grades at $40. Some of the teachers who followed were: Marguerite Atherton, B. E. Guyer, J. G. Spiecher, Mamie Shillington, Robina Leask. Mrs. C. A. Morris and Miss Maude liillis who came in March, 1914, to take the place of Mamie Shillington. 1 lie following fall the school was somewhat enlarged by the addition of the ninth grade, which was taught by Miss E. E. Morgan while Miss De Frehn had the primary room. 'I'lie school house has been improved ( ?) a little by the addition of a house over the front door, and the tearing out of the partition in the upper room to make more space and accommodate more grades, and the changing of the heating plant. This leads up to the beginning of the present school year with the same corps of teachers as the preceding year. They were Mrs. Cruise, principal; Miss Strayer, grammar; Aliss Whillis, intermediate, and Miss Coombs, primary. Everything ran smoothly until the “flu” made us close down for a while, and the civil service called Miss Coombs, Miss Strayer and Miss Whillis to Washington, D. C. Aliss Wheeler took the place left vacant by Aliss Coombs, and Airs. R. brands substituted in the grammar grades for a week, then Aliss Lucy Francis was appointed to finish out the year, while Airs. Johnson took Aliss Whillis’ place in the intermediate room. Afarch 28 an election was called to find out the sentiment of the people. 1 hirteen votes were cast for an addition and twenty-eight for a new building. We anxiously await the future. —Russell Brant. Education is a process from the time one enters school as “raw material” until he comes out, a finished product. It is a melting, mixing, refining, shaping and moulding process until at last he is ready for a useful life. Each must go through the big “Factory of Schools” and the “Machinery of Books.” When the child enters school as “raw material,” we must subject him to a melting process, by teaching him the fundamentals of education. The mixing process takes place in the fourth, fifth and sixth grades. Here the child must be mixed with the elements that make a good student. Writing and Arithmetic and a few thoughts in History, Geography, Grammar and Agriculture tend to make a good firm backing for a future useful life. The refining process comes in the Seventh Grade, where the things which will not be useful must be eliminated and the essentials retained. Now comes the most particular process, where the child is either shaped into a useful production for the “World Market of Life” or becomes an inferior article. If the Eighth Grade is passed then a High School training is generally the result. After the strenuous measures are taken to finish Grammar Grade he must enter upon a High School career. Here he must mould his ideas for his life’s work. If in moulding lie is made strong enough to finish the Ninth process, we may feel sure that the High School will be finished. The Tenth Part is the Finishing Process for the Dunkerton Schools and, the getting ready to enter another factory which gives the highest process. Our aim is to make our Finished Products acceptable in the larger factories. —Editor-i n-C h ief. Soldier Boips—Once Dunkerton Students Walter Alexander—Guard and Fire Co., Camp Hill, Newport News, Va. Discharged. Orville Bactelle—127 M. G. Bn., Co. A, Am. E. F. Ralph Biash—France, Am. E. F. Harold Bellmer—Prisoner in German prison at Rahstadt, Baden, Germany, August-December, 1918. Niel Buehner—Camp Forrest, Lytle, Ga. Discharged. Albert Burk—First Class Chauf., 31st Aero Squadron, Am. E. F. Fred Carlton—Co. K, 3d Pioneer Inf., 58th Div., Am. E. F. Arthur Holdiman—Camp Dodge, Des Moines, Iowa. Discharged. Sgt. Richard Holdiman—Camp Pike, Ark. Discharged. Earl Kleckner—Central Officers Training School. Camp Pike, Ark. Discharged. Frank Kleckner—4th Training Detachment, Ames, Iowa. Discharged. Lichty Krahn—3d Class Fireman, Navy. Capt. Ira Magee—A. P. O. 785, Camp Hosp. 48. Am. E. F. Paul Magee—Camp Dodge, Des Moines, Iowa. Discharged. Bernard McIntosh—Co. M, 352 Inf., 88 Div., Am. E. F. Verne Newsome—Nufchateau, Sandstorm Div., Am. E. F. Harry Owen—Co. C, 2d Tr. Reg.. Camp Pike. Ark. Discharged. Flight Sgt. Elmer Page—31st Aero Squadron, Am. E. F. Joel Millard Page—Co. E, 313th Engineers, 88 Div., Am. E. F. Corp. Paul Penne—Co. E, 318th Engineers, 6th Div., Am. E. F. Sgt. Major Robert Penne—Electrician, Signal Corps, Camp Meade, Md. Discharged. Archibald Shimp—Navy, Norfolk. Va. Discharged. Lloyd Smith—Fireman, U. S. Georgia. George Wetzlick—Co. E, 104 Inf., 26th Div., Frecourt, Am. E. F. John Young—Camp Pike. Discharged. CLmerican s Creed I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people, whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed, a democracy in a republic, a Sovereign Nation of many Sovereign States; a perfect Union, one and inseparable, established upon those principles of Freedom, Equality, Justice, and Humanity for which American Patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes. I therefore believe it is my duty to my Country to love it, to support its Constitution, to obey its Laws, to respect its Flag, and to defend it against all enemies. —William Tyler Page. 4 Success He has achieved success who has lived long, laughed often, and loved much: who has gained the trust of pure women, the respect of intelligent men, and the love of little children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who has left the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem or a rescued soul; who has never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty nor failed to express it; who has always looked for the best in others and given the best he had; whose life was an inspiration and memory a benediction. —Mrs. Stanley. THE PROCESS I THE FINISHED PRODUCT Class Roll and Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief— Rubye Owen Lois Fressle Literary Business Manager— Mrs. Pearl G. Cruise Assistants— Blanche Smith Oscar Guyer Humorous Illustrator Local Editor— Ruth Cowlishaw Reporters— Elmer Meyers Freshman Mabel Cowlishaw Ruth Goef Grammar Martha Magee Floyd Guyer Intermediate Margaret Wheeler Eva Neseield Primary Class History In September, 1918, we, as a class, started to make the history of the 1919 Sophomores of D. H. S. Our number was soon diminished to twelve by two of our members, Lillian and Frances Olsen, leaving for Waterloo. The first few weeks flew by swiftly until the school was closed on account of the “flu.” After reopening, we have been forced to work much harder for the loss of those weeks. Members of our class took a leading part in the community play. Although we all heartily agree that this year has been enjoyable as well as beneficial, we hope that in the future years we may enjoy each year as much. Class organization was as follows: Margaret Wheeler, President; Oscar Guyer, Vice President; Rubye Owen, Secretary; Eva Xes-field, Treasurer. Class colors—Cherry and White. Class motto—“Who Does Not Advance Falls Behind.” 4 Did the Sophs hare a May Breakfast? When? Where? Don’t you wish you had been there? Our Goods (?) and Our Bads (?) This article, or treatise if you wish to call it such, is a sort of self examination or confession of our good characteristics. You know it is always an easy matter to enumerate our good qualities—one is eternally singing them from the housetops so to speak, but our bads—that is a very intimate and delicate matter, we never like to acknowledge them but they are bound to show themselves unawares. For instance, we of the Sophomore realm—that land of ecstatic dreams to which enterprising Freshmen hopefully aspire—believe in working but not hard enough to injure our health or our joyous spirits. On the other hand we are most obliging, nothing is too hard nor too difficult for us to be willing to try. Perhaps our most besetting sin is ascending the hill to the school at about two minutes after nine. But we are always punctual when the bell tolls for dismissal. We also have the acquired talent for writing mysterious missives of minute capacity but of magnanimous importance. Another epidemic quite prevalent among we Sophomores is that of conversing with one’s neighbor, but when asked to talk in class we somehow become very reserved. We arc most willing to approve. We are very sensible of our defects and although it may not seem so sometimes, we strive continually to improve ourselves. hen we stop and get to thinking We have finished our Sophomore year, That reminds us we are leaving One of the schools we love so dear. We will leave D. 11. S. together, To seek more knowledge somewhere; For we do not believe in quitting, But are the ones to do and dare. For the world needs bright young helpers, That is the goal we’re working, too. And not sit down and think that others Can do the work that we should do. While we are working Onward, Upward, We'll look back to our old school days And think of all the friends and teachers Who helped us on in our many ways. We, the Sophomores, all remember That our lives are in our hands; So let us all do something worthy, That we may meet in the Better Land. —Lois. Poem —Eva. Modern Geometry Theorem: In the same or in similar classes the students will get through: (1) if the teacher wills it, (2) if the students will it, (3) if each daily lesson is mastered, (4) if the students stick to it. Given a group of students forming a Sophomore class of irregular habits and uncertain abilities. To prove that the class will get through. Proof: Place class under an instructor of strong abilities and when the students have a grave and studious appearance and the instructor looks weary we have proved the first two conditions namely: (1) The teacher wills it. (2) The students will it. The price of success is constant vigilance. We can now prove (3) that each daily lesson is mastered since the students and the instructor will it and. Rome was not built in a day. Now it is evident that (4) the students will stick to it; never attempt anything which you do not intend to finish. Therefore, we have proved that the class will get through. Know All Men by these Presents: That we. being of a sound mind but mindful of the uncertainties of life, do hereby make and declare this to be our last will and statements. 1. We, the Sophomores, do bequeath to the Freshmen our splendid example in Deportment and Industry. 2. We, the Sophomores, do will to our Principal, Mrs. Cruise, our gratitude for her interest and sympathy in our behalf. 3. I, Ruth Cowlishaw, do will my talent for note writing to Charles Penne, provided he does not abuse the privilege. 4. I, Elmer Meyers, do bequeath my secret on how to become tall to Irene Penne. 5. I, Lois Fressle, do will my fluent vocabulary to Clarence Leibert. 6. We, Blanche Smith and Rubye Owen, do bequeath our ambitions to become school teachers to Gladys Holdiman. 7. I, Margaret Wheeler, do will my position as Sophomore President to my successor. 8. I, Eva Nesfield, do cheerfully bequeath my ability to blush to Claire Lamb. 9. I, Ruth Goff, do will my good nature to Thomas Bond. 10. I. Martha Magee, do will my ability to flirt to Bernice Nesfield. 11. We. Mabel Cowlishaw and Oscar Guyer, do bequeath our habits of disagreement to Marvel Adams, on condition that she does not exceed the limit. 12. T, Floyd Guyer, do will my talents of observation to Edward Gardner, so that he may become proficient in the art. —Q. E. D. Lois. vty'i 4 Johnnie Soph, Willie Junior. Peg of the Orphan Asylum Directed bs PEARL GIDDINGS CRUISE A play, “Peg of the Orphan Asylum,” was given by the members of the school and community on the evening of December 18th, the proceeds of which went toward a Community Service Flag and the remainder for the school benefit. The Service Flag was purchased in advance and raised that evening by Katherine Burke and Nettie Bunn-Holdiman at the close of a short address by Mr. F. P. Davis. We all agree that the play was a success. The house was packed and some mined away before the players themselves arrived. At the close of the play Miss Tribon in behalf of the players presented Mrs. Cruise with a bouquet of American Beauty roses as a token of appreciation for the efforts she had put forth in directing in the play. After the performance the caste enjoyed an oyster supper at the O. K. with Mrs. Gardner. CAST OF CHARACTF.RS. Miss Coombs..................Peggy Malone, “Aw’ cut the comedy, Zingy, cut the comedy.” Miss Whillis..........................................Mrs. Bacon, “Don’t you darling me.” Feme Fisher..................................Miss Molly Mealy, “Wasn’t that Romantical.” Miss Strayer......................................Zingara, “Teil your fortune pretty lady.” Katherine Burke ............................................................ Beulah Marie Harriet Trihon ......................................................Miss Henrietta Dash Geraldine Greelis............................................................... Miss Lee Lois Fressle ....................................................................... Neata Elmer Meyer..................Benjamin Battercake Bluggs Martha Magee.........................Begonia Bittersweet Bluggs Randall Brant...............Burton Buttonbender Bluggs Minnie Magee............................Belinda Bilberry Bluggs Robert Davis.............................Barnahy Babcock Bluggs Maxine Bellmer..................Beatrice Bridget Bluggs Vivian Bellmer .......................... Baby Beelzebub CAMPFIRE GIRLS. Lula Carnes ....... Nell Mason Blanche Smith......Doris Grey Rubye Owen ... Margery Gilmore Nettie Bunn .... Melissa Hicks Eva Nesfield___ Betty Thurston Gladys Holdiman Phyllis Marvin Mary Rodgers................Nan Lester ORCHESTRA. Violin ............. Mr. Parks Piano .......... Greta McIntosh Drums........... Edward Gardner SYNOPSIS. Christmas day in Mrs. Bacon’s boarding house finds her almost in a state of collapse. Peggy, the drudge of the house, has not yet returned with the cakes for Beulah Marie’s party. Miss Mealy finds Peggy under the table, where she has hid from Mrs. Bacon, because her hand is badly burned while assisting two little children at the Xmas tree fire. Miss Mealy binds it up and Peggy, completely exhausted, falls asleep. She dreams she is the Indian Princess Pocahontas and saves Captain John Smith from execution. Peggy awakens and finds it was a dream. She is accused of stealing Melissa’s purse and Mrs. Bacon turns her out of the house. Zingara, the Gypsy, befriends her. Peggy is sheltered a year with the Gypsy. The Camp Fire girls on a hike find the Gypsy camp. Molly Mealy who is now happily married confirms Peggy’s disappearance. They find Peg and award her with the Carnegie Medal and a fixed income for her heroism. Pathfinder Girls After some weeks of hoping, Mrs. Marie Holden, as companion, consented to organize the Pathfinders. Lois Fressle was elected President, and all the girls are very much interested in their achievement. Meetings are held every two weeks and as soon as pleasant weather develops, hikes and woodland tramps will be the vogue. They are planning on attending the state assembly held in August at Iowa Falls. � —---------------j MRS. HOLDEN Lois Fressle Margaret Wheeler Rubye Owen Martha Magee Gladys Holdiman Marvel Adams Mary Rodgers Dorothy Creel is Alice West Helen Campbell Naomi Brant Melba Dunkerton Blanche Gushard Fima Magee Ruth Cowlishaw Bernice GofT Elsie Cummings To study or not to study—that is the question; Whether 'tis nobler to sit and burn the midnight oil When your neighbors are snug in feather beds Or take the consequences of the next day And not study. To dream, to dream, to dream. Of having Geometry and Algebra perfect the next day; To sleep, to dream, to dream. Perchance to have a test. Aye, there’s the rub! For if perchance you should fail Who’s there that would give you a lift? et if you had studied and studied well That would make an end of all the calamities of your dreams. —Blanche. Boy Scouts Troop No. 1, Boy Scouts of America, was organized in March with Rev. E. R. Kilclow as Scout Master and Rev. F. L. Holden as Assistant Scout Master. MR. KILDON Eagle Patrol. Charles Dundon, Leader Clair Lamb, Asst. Leader Oscar Guyer Clair Barlow Joe Hazel Clyde Barlow Black Bear Patrol. Russell Brant. Leader Edward Gardner, Asst. Leader Thomas Bond Floyd Guyer Clarence Liebert Donald Bellmer MR. HOLDEN Young Scouts. With Mr. F. I’. Davis as Director, the Young Scouts were organized. The voting scouts are having a glorious time at regular meetings. Later these meetings will be held out in the open. Current Events .Sept. 1, 1918. 'fhe process opened up in the school house on the hill with Jrs. Cruise as our Principal and Instructor. After the summer vacation everyone was in readiness to master the tasks which were put before him fast and furious. Everything went well with the work until the awful plague, the “flu” :ame into our midst. Sept. 18. A patriotic program was held in the Grade Building. The High School furnished a few numbers of the program and a stirring address was given by Mr. Boatman, Superintendent of Schools at Hudson. Sept. 30 brought sorrow to every heart in the community and the funeral of Peter Kress our first contribuiton to the war. The school attended in a body and led in a procession to the cemetery. Each pupil carrying a flag to show his respect to the brave boy who had given his life as a sacrifice for his home and friends. Sept. 26. Each of the departments prepared two or four minute Liberty Loan speeches, which were given in the respective rooms. The public was invited. judges were chosen and the following students who won first places received season tickets to the Cattle Congress: High School. Ruth Cowlishaw; Grammar. Elma Magee; Intermediate. Frances Barlow; Primary. Marie Magee! Those with honorable mention were: Blanche Smith. Edward Gardner, Russell Brant. Minnie Magee, Roger Dunkerton and Dorothy Greelis. Victory Day. Xov. 11. Victory Day! We knew it early, very early in the morning. School proceeded with a charged atmosphere until 11 A. M., when a parade led by veterans of the Civil V ar, followed by the school and the entire city population, little, medium and big. marched through the city streets. Flags, bells, horns, guns, singing and shouting betokened the joy at the news of peace. School was declared off for the remainder of the day, and to do justice to Dunkerton and give vent to our joyous spirits we chartered the auto truck, decked it with flags, pennants and banners, borrowed all the charivari articles from the hardware store and started for Waterloo. Thirty Grammar and High School students chaperoned by Mrs. Cruise and Miss Coombs joined the thousands of V aterloo. Up and down, up and down, until the shades of evening reminded the hoarse, but happy throng that the day was closing and we bowled home. In the evening the garage was cleared, seats installed and Rev. Essly from Waterloo delivered a stirring victory address to hundreds of people who crowded in. Surely this was a wonderful day in the world’s history, for north, east, south and west celebrated with minds with but a single thought and hearts that beat as one. During the summer vacation five of the Girls’ Sewing Club made their regulation uniforms. These were exhibited at Ames, later at the State Fair at Des Moines, where Grace Bartholomew received first and Elma Magee second prizes. These garments were later exhibited at the Cedar Valley Fair with the following premiums: Elma Magee first and Helen Campbell second. Oscar Guver received first premium at the Cedar Valley Fair on pop corn grown in his school garden. Feb. 3-6. A Farmers’ Institute was held in Dunkerton. The pupils in the school competed for the prizes offered. Essay: “Value of Good Farm Buildings.” First, Elma Magee; second, Russell McXellis. Essay: “The Reasons Why One Cannot Afford to Waste Time While Securing an Education.” First, Marvel Adams; second, Ruth Cowlishaw. Essay: “Why Every' Home Should Have a Kitchen Cabinet.” First, Oscar Guyer. Letter: “Why Every Home Should Have Electricity.” First, Marvel Adams; second, Ruth Goff. Longest list of homes not possessing a kitchen cabinet—Melba Dunkerton. Needlework—Elma Magee. Best garment—Mary Rodgers. Second, Melba Dunkerton. Manual training—waste basket—First, Russell Brant; second, Otto Beehner. Cookies—Elma Magee. Tuesday evening at the Methodist church, Mr. Macy Campbell from Cedar halls gave an address, 1 he Problems Confronting Us in the Reconstruction.” After community singing these numbers were given: The Slumber Boat—Primary Pupils. Story—Jumping Over Dollars—Edward Gardner. Reading—The Perfect Tribute—Ruth Cowlishaw. Plantation Sketches—Kentucky Babe; Tommy, the Cat. beb. 11. The Boys’ Working Reserve was organized with the following boys as members: Elmer Meyers, Charles Penne, Floyd Guyer, Edward Gardner and Charles Dundon. 1 his makes the school 100 per cent working reserve. Feb. 19. A party was given by Oscar and Floyd Guyer at their home to members of the High School and Grammar Grades. Twenty young people were present and after a pleasant evening spent in playing games a light lunch of sandwiches, wafers, pickles, cake and ice cream were served by Mrs. Guyer and her mother, Mrs. Swartz. March 20. 1 he pig contest for Lester and Bennington Townships was held at the James Magee farm. The contestants from here were Edward Gardner, Charles Penne, Oscar Guyer, Otto Beehner and Nick Wellner. Charles Penne, who was the fortunate contestant from Lester, received the prize pig. Among the records we purchased this year the following stars are greatly enjoyed: Gluck and Kellogg, Homer, Lauder, Columbian Symphony Orchestra, Caruso and Tetrazzini. March 18-21. Miss Burr, the County School Nurse, made her first visit Tuesday. At 3 :30 a social was given to the mothers for the purpose of meeting the nurse and hearing her explain the new health crusade. About thirty were present and at the close of a pleasant and profitable hour, refreshments were served by the teachers. This new work is receiving marked attention in all progressive localities and its value will be clearly seen by everyone in a short time. We certainly feel much pleased with Miss Burr and her work while here. March 28. At least fifteen girls volunteered to knit scarfs for the War Sufferers Relief. During the first semester the High School took a short course in Mineralogy in connection with Physiography. This work in analyzing and tracing minerals seemed to be greatly enjoyed and opened up a new line of research. Two weeks were devoted to the study of Topography and Nautical Charts. Maps and charts had been secured from the Government for this work. One of the practical courses which we took this year was Business English. We had no real conception of the ability or knowledge required to carry on the business world’s correspondence until it fell to our lot in this course. ON TO BERLIN SOCIETIES. Early in the school year “On to Berlin Clubs” were organized in all the departments to encourage the purchase of War Savings Stamps among the pupils. In the High School and Grammar Rooms societies were organized which gave splendid drill in parliamentary law to the members. In all the departments charts of Europe were used with Berlin as a goal and one’s amount of W. S. S. was shown by the position of tiny flags placed in one of the sixteen trenches on the chart. Gold or silver stars were given for every W. S. S. purchased. Everyone took an earnest interest in the work, until the school’s average was raised to twenty-four dollars and forty cents apiece. At the beginning of the Second Semester the names of the clubs were changed to “On to Berlin, With a Government of the People, by the People, for the People.” A Freshie§ Dream I had a dream the other day, I wish it would come true; I’d get revenge in work and play, That there’s just what I’d do. I dreamed I was a Soph ’n say, You ought to a seen me oversee; ’Twas so darned fine it broke my heart To wake up just a Freshie. I dreamed I was the headmost SOPH, I wuz sure the one big guy. An’ what I did wuz nothin’ slow, You should have seen ’em cry. I made those other Sophs behave, Just like they used to me, I says to ’em, “Go get my work. I’ll stand no monkey shines, SEE! Well, I wuz about to make ’em sing My glory and my fame, When someone happened to pinch me hard, I think it wuz a Dame. It woke me up and darn it all, I found it wasn’t real. -GEE, WHIZ! I’m disappointed bad, You don’t know how I feel. Process of the Ninth Part Marvel—She hath the gift of gab. She gives her tongue no moment’s rest. Irene Penne—She has quaint and quiet ways. Bernice Nesfield—There is nothing half so sweet in life as love’s young dream. Charley Penne—Silent but none the less wonderful. Clarence Liebcrt—He bore a bashful air. Edward Gardner—Hop, skip and flunk, or the “man” with the giggles. Thomas Bond—Knowledge and grace in him combined to make a perfect man. Claire Lamb—There’s a deal of deviltry beneath his mild exterior, something between a hindrance and a help. Gladys Holdiman—To whisper is her sin. 4 In the spring of 1918 eight pupils graduated from the eighth grade and in September with Clarence Liebert from the country, we took up our duties in the High School. Class organization was as follows: Thomas Bond ................................President Marvel Adams ...........................Vice President Claire Lamb.................................Secretary 4 Miss Gladys Holdiman gave a masquerade party at her home Oct. 31, 1918. The Eighth Grade and Freshies came all decked in their sixteenth century clothes which looked very becoming to them all. After guessing who each other was, games were played until supper was served and then they bade their hostess adieus for the boys were very anxious to be showing some one else a good time. 4? On the evening of Feb. 8, 1919, a group of young people met at the home of Bennie Nesfield and went up and gave Sam Lamb the surprise party of his life. Games were played in a room cleared for the purpose of having a good time. Then a midnight supper was served and R. Clubine had the floor and entertained the bunch who laughed until they could laugh ijo longer at his capers. As the clock tolled the wee hours of morning they decided they had the most fun they had had in many a day and all said good morning to Mrs. Lamb and departed. Process of the Eighth Part Alice West Dorothy Greelis Blanche Gushard Charles Dundon Russell Brant Mary Rodgers Oren Fetthkether Claire Barlow CLASS ORGANIZATION Charles Dundon .........President Dorothy Greelis...............Secretary Russell Brant.....Vice President Mary Rodgers ..................Treasurer Class Colors—Old Rose and White. Class Flower—Pink Carnation. Class Motto— To Victory Through Hardships.” 4 During the second week of May the Township Eighth Grade Graduation and May Pageant were given on the school campus at 6:30. By vote of the pupils, Blanche Smith was chosen the May Queen. The class colors of the graduates, Old Rose and White, were used in the decorations for the garlands, canopy and open air stage. 1. Pageant March. II. Crowning the Queen. 1. Song of Triumph. III. Eighth Grade Graduation. 1. Class Song. 2. Presentation of Diplomas. IV. Revels. 1. Norwegian Mountain March. 2. Old Country Dance. 3. Robin Hood Capers. 4. Klappans. 5. Cornin’ Thru the Rye. V. Boy Scout Demonstration. VI. Grecian Solo Dance. VII. May Pole Revels. VIII. Homeward March. The girls of the two grades have had sewing, supervised by the Primary teacher. Besides the work done for exhibit many pretty and useful articles have been made by each girl. Excellent work has been done. The girls are developing skill in planning, cutting, fitting and sewing, and best of all, they thoroughly enjoy it. The last articles made were their Pathfinder uniforms. Seventh and Eighth Grade boys have had Manual Training twice a week during the entire school year. After making tool racks, each made a waste paper basket of wood. The Eighth Grade presented one to each room in the [Continued on next paie Process of the Seventh Part Melba Dunkerton—Has always a pleasant smile. Naomi Brant—A happy little maiden. Margaret Beehner—Studies to make good. Randall Brant—We call him “Funny.” Otto Beehner—He is going to make good. Elma Magee—Little, but Oh. my! Nick Wellner—There is mischief in his eyes. 4 Process of the Eighth Part (Continued) school. The Seventh Grade kept theirs. Magazine racks were then made for each room, the boys working in pairs. Good work has been done. A surprise party was given in honor of Miss Strayer at the home of Dorothy Greelis. The evening was spent in playing games. Refreshments were served after which the guests departed at a late hour. 4 WHICH ONE IS YOURS? Miss Strayer in Eighth Grade Examinations. Question—Name and locate four institutions in Iowa for DEFECTIX ES. Answer—Institution for the Blind at Vinton, the Reformatory at Anamosa, die Hospital for the Insane at Independence and the Iowa State College at Cedar Falls for TEACHERS. Iowa has a corn climate suitable for small grain. A patriotic song written during the past two years, “I Don’t Want to Get Well, I’m in Love with a Beautiful Nurse.” The four good movements used in writing are Finger Movement, Arm Movement, Hand Movement and Body Movement. Use the Finger in Arithmetic, the Hand in Writing, and the Arm in Penmanship. Raleigh was the first man who tried to smoke. Boone shot a bear and carved a tree. Columbus opened up the ocean and discovered America. 4? Charles P.: “Why do you call that pig of yours Ink. He isn't black.” Ben: “I call him Ink because be is always running from the pen.” Mary: “Wish I were in your shoes.” Dorothy: “Why ?” Mary: “Because mine squeak.” Chuck: “May I see you home?” Midge: “Yes. I’ll send you a picture of it tomorrow night.” Interested Miss: “What were you doing last summer?” Russell: “Working in a bank.” The Intermediate Process Favorite Songs—Sixth Grade. Howard—“Teasing” (Bernice). Donald—“You’re My Girl” (Minnie). Joe—“Dreaming.” Morton— I Don't Want to be Good.” Elizabeth— Work for the Night is Coining.” Clyde— A Mystery.” Minnie—“Smile, Smile, Smile” (at Donald). Grace—“I Want You” (Clifford). Burrell—“Every Little Movement.” Favorite Pastimes—Fifth Grade. Josephine—Being quiet. Thelma—Playing hang. . Paul—Counting his playing things. Robert—Promising himself better grades Bernice—Giving Paul orders. Agnes—Being seen and not heard. Helen—Chewing gum. Dale—Day-dreaming. Warren—Entertaining Francis. Colon—Pouting. Wendell—Arguing. Grace—Sitting in the front seat. Esther—To know what Thelma is doing. Freda—Looking pleasant. Dorothy—Being studious. Greatest Desire—Fourth Grade- Frances—To have some one to play with. Arlene—To have a perfect lesson. Clifford—Another day of (with) Grace. Anna—To be working. Wreatha—To please everybody. We, the undersigned, do hereby petition the school to install a kitchen in order to furnish Warren M. in fresh cookies for his school time lunch. Intermediate Grades. Tuesday evening, February 11, the Intermediate room held a surprise party on Lee Jenson, who was moving out of the district. The boys and girls, along with Mrs. Johnson and Miss Iva Jenson, were taken out to the Jenson home in an auto truck by Mr. Magee. The trip out there was enjoyed very much, but the grand good time took place after Lee welcomed his unexpected guests. [Continued on next page The Primary Process Third Grade Hanna Wellner Maxine Bellmer Glenn Shimp Rodger Dunkerton Marie Magee Class Roll Second Grade Roland Brasch Dorothy Shimp Francis Holden Estella Smith Russell Rudolph I Iugli Fettkether Elizabeth Beehner Floyd Spies First Grade Arthur Campbell Marie Wellner Izell West Audra Flinn Mary McNellis During the school year those who moved away were: Emma Bailey, Cecil Ferry and Carl Myers. Those entering were Audra Flynn. The room is a hundred per cent thrifty, and all belong to the Red Cross. At Christmas time the Primaries enjoyed a “Plum Pudding,” in this way gifts were exchanged by the different children. Miss Wheeler became the Primary teacher January 8, as Miss Combs had resigned. We enjoyed a Valentine Box February 14. The valentines were delivered by the Postmasters, Rodger and Maxine. The Brunswick is present every fourth week. It is found very useful in Penmanship, Marching, Folk Dancing and Physical Exercises. We have a 100 per cent enrollment in the Modern Health Crusade. All are Pages and are working on toward Knighthood. The Intermediate Process (Continued) Stories and games were enjoyed until a late hour when refreshments were served, after which the children departed for their homes, hoping that Lee would enjoy his new home and schoolmates. At the home of Freda Dunkerton, January 22, a Farewell Party was given to Miss Whillis by the Fourth to Seventh Grades inclusive. A delightful evening was spent playing games. In behalf of the Intermediates Grace Bar-rholmew presented the guest of honor with a beautiful ivory piece. During the evening a bounteous two course supper was served and if the much loved teacher had not been leaving for government work there would have been nothing to mar one glorious, good time. During the year some splendid booklets were made on Franklin. In Geography a Product Map of Iowa was one of the interesting features. This was placed on the wall and the product of the locality attached, either as a picture or the real article. Sports A home tournament had been planned, but with the coming of the “sickness” it terminated in an afternoon of Basket hall and three sets of Tennis. The day was cold, but the sidelines were filled with enthusiastic rooters. Some really good playing was seen on all sides. The middle of March Sergt. Howard Kildow of Ft. Snelling and Corp. Harry Kildow from the base hospital at Ft. Riley gave the boys some very good teamwork. After their departure Rev. Kildow kindly coached the boys in Basketball. Do the girls like tennis? ? ? Fairbanks Vs. Dunkerton At noon, April 1 the school held a “pep meeting” on Main street. Enthusiastic taggers were busy to meet the expenses of the visiting team. Autos and train brought in the visitors and team in charge of Superintendent Williams. An interesting crowd were in attendance, and the chorus from the side lines showed the spirit. Linenp Captain—Elmer Mr ers. Center—Russell Brant. Guards—Charles Dundon, Oren Fettkether Forwards—Clair Lamb, Elmer Meyers Referee and umpire, Mr. Williams and Mr. Kildow. Score 12 to 20 in favor of Fairbank. Our oys did some splendid work. Claire showed especial agility in basket work, while Russell as center was splendid. 1 he entire school wishes to extend their thanks to the business men and friends who so kindly showed their interest in our basketball by purchasing suits for the team. When Archie Slump came to the building and told of this gift to the school, it seemed too good to be true. The boys will make good and be a credit to the town and school. ej|? The Hard Luck of a Freshman Let me tell you, the coming Freshmen, that it sure takes lots of grit. For when you get a balling out the shoe is bound to fit. But this isn't all that the Ninth Grade takes, you must know how to study, You haven’t time to turn around or talk to anybody. So in order to be careful let this your motto be, “You take care of yourself and I’ll take care of me. Sure, the Sophomores say they’ve got it on you, Don’t believe it, not one bit. Sophomores have been Freshmen once and they can’t get out of it. Yes, the Freshmen get the balling out and they might be green in looks. 3ut they’ll be Seniors some day if they stick right to their books. —Edward. SMILE YOU FRESHIE THE FRESHMAN’S PRAYER. “Now T lay me down to rest, Thinking of that Algebra test. Should I die before I wake, That test I will not have to take.” Mrs. C.—“Bernice, give eight facts concerning an adult’s teeth?” Answer—“The change of climate in the mouth very often cracks the enamel.” 4. Science Class. Subject, “Seals” A student said they lived on land as much as they lived on water. The teacher asked a bright sophomore, “On what land?” Sophomore in middle of day dream: “In corn fields, don’t they?” «§� Instructor—“What three words are most used in the Freshman Class?” “I don't know,” said the Freshie. “Correct,” said the teacher. 4� I like to be a Sophomore And with a Sophomore stand, A fountain pen behind by ear, A notebook in my hand. I would not be a Freshie, Nor do what Freshies do. I’d rather be a Sophomore And work like Sophomores too. We’ve flunked in Science and Algebra, Our marks in History we’ve missed. “We’d like to find the man,” said they, “Who said ignorance was bliss.” Steam has been defined as ice water crazy with the heat.—Boy’s Life. L - Freshman—“When does a man become four handed ?” Sophomore—“When he doubles his fist.”—Boys’ Life. 4 “FOR SALE” One perfectly good set of Ninth Grade hooks, consisting of A1 Algebra, Modern History, Science and English. They are in good condition, never been opened. All they need is a little air. EDWARD GARDNER. TO SOME OF OUR BOYS Get all your studies, Learn all you can, So when you grow up, You’ll be a wise man. 4, IN ALGEBRA CLASS. Mrs. C.: “Now, Eddie, do you have that in your head ?” Eddie: “Yes.” Mrs. C.: “Then you have it all in a nutshell.” 4. Said the teacher to a little German boy: “Willie, is the world flat or round ?” “It ain’t needer one, teacher,” sai l Willie. “But, what is it then ?” said the teacher in surprise. “Veil,” said Willie, “Mine Fader says it vos crooked.” IN SHAKESPEARE’S TIME. Mrs. Cruise (explaining the theatres in Shakespeare’s time to Freshman) : “In those days everybody was a man.” (This is a real joke.) Question : What happens when one irresistible body meets another? Answer: They get married. 4 She: “He told me I was a poet. Her Friend: “Did he scan your feet ?” 4s On account of the great lonesomeness felt between Rubye and Elmer the High School is considering having school on Saturday and Sunday that they may not get “see sick” during the long period from Friday night until Monday morning. 4 Did you know this? A fracture is when you bump it. Sunshine is to color the body. Sight is a little ball in the eye. The result of the World War was: Germany departed. A prefix is a syllable attached to the head of a word. Columbus was a man that saile 1 and thought he landed on the west, but instead of that he landed in the east and discovered America. Monosyllables are words that are— we haven’t had polysyllables yet. Elmer: “How many senses are there ?” Lois: “Six.” Elmer: “What? I have only five.” Lois: “I know it. The other is common sense.” h ELMER’S IDEA OF HISTORY OUTLINE. A. Object: (1) To keep kids out of mischief. (2) To take up brain space. B. Accomplishments: (1) Sleepless nights. (2) Sore eyes. (3) Worries about finals. Lois, which really is correct: (S)m-a-c-k-s or M-a-x ? Geometry shark (Nit) ? As I sit here in my seat Waiting for the Geometry meet, When I close my eyes I see Longer points and circles square, Then I think and nearly swear. Of the pages I have turned And not a heap sight have I learned. Then I look and still I see An old worn book still far above me. When from my pipe dreams I awake And for the love of Heaven’s sake, There before my very eyes Lays the old “Scared” hook of lies. —Margaret. Mrs. Cruise in Science—“Is there any alcohol in cider?” Freshman—“Inside of who?” Sophomores’ contribution of Goat Feathers to the Trash Pile: Margaret W.—Gum. Martha M.—A copy of “A Mad Love.” Eva N.—Interest in city lots. Lois F.—Surplus energy. Elmer M.—Unfinished notebooks. Ruth G.—Bonbon boxes. Floyd G.—Lost ambition. Blanche S.—Gift of gab. Rubye O.—Geometry. Oscar G.—Wasted hours. Mable C.—Flirtations. Ruth C.—Notes. SOPHOMORE CLASS ANALYZED. Heaviest—Floyd. Lightest Weight—Mable. Oldest Girl—Martha. Youngest Girl—Mable. Youngest Boy—Oscar. Oldest Boy—Elmer. Tallest Girl—Eva. Tallest Boy—Elmer. Handsomest— ? Biggest Feet—Me. Prettiest Girl—All. Smallest Feet—Margaret. Silliest—Ruth C. Stingiest—Rubye. Greatest Worker—Lois. Greatest Bluffer—Floyd. Greatest Talker—Mable. Smartest—Undecided. Sweetest—Blanche. Little Lady—Ruth C. Happiest—Ruth G. OVERHEARD. Floyd, how many subjects are you carrying this year? (Hesitatingly) Well, I’m carrying one and dragging three. 4 Teacher: “Tommy, where is Mexico ?” Tommy: “On page ten in my jog- raphy. Miss.”—Boy’s Life. i. Mrs. Cruise: “What is an anec- dote, Marvel?” Marvel: “An anecdote is some- thing they give people when they have taken poison.” PICKED UP IN PASSING. You know what I’d like to do? That is get him to make up and then I’d turn him flat as a pancake. Don’t tell him so, though. Gee, -----’s all dolled up today. Wonder what’s the rip? Must be he is trying to attract a little attention from some of the girls. Ha, Ha ! No. 2. My, he sure does look cute though. Who is his permanent lady friend ? Ans. I don’t know but I guess he is lady less. Gee. I’m going to be in town next Wednesday night, I wish he would try me. Are you going down town this noon? I am tomorrow, you know why. Say, did C. S. call you up again? You pull my hair out by the roots. ARE you got your History? I haven’t. I wish those windows were closed, don’t you ? Ans. 4 Life is a school in which flunkers are not given another examination. HAPPENINGS IN SCIENCE. Oscar to Martha: “P-s-s-s-s-s-s-” (whispering). Mrs. Cruise: Hurry up Oscar and get through so that you can listen to the recitation.” 4 HEARD IN THE NATION’S CAPITAL. Whillis—Girls, I’m starved. Strayer—We don’t go that way, do we? Well, where are we anyway? Coombs—What time is it? Oh, I can sleep five minutes more. For information about Philadelphia ask Miss Strayer. She knows. 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