East High School - Exodus Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

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SENIOR CLASS History' N the year 1908,'the inhabitants of peaceful dear old Genesee were startled by a rumbling sound, which caused them to stop, listen, and then rush to their doors. Had an earthquake dared to visit that tranquil valley? Imagine their relief to find that it was only the tramp of many feet, the feet of hopeful, determined pilgrims, who had heard of the famous Hospital De East, within whose walls, wondrous works had been performed. Patients, who upon entering were considered hopelessly incurable, had been discharged in perfect condition, ready to battle with the world. When the pilgrims arrived at the portal, they were graciously received by the famous Dr. B. U. Rannells and his incomparable corps of assistants. As soon as their cases were properly diagnosed, they were assigned to the wards best equipped for their particular needs. Each was told that in order to gain all the benefits which this famous institution offered, he must pay strict attention to all rules and regulations, and take the full course of treat- ments, which required four years. Temperatures were taken at each clinic, and, if the mercury which ranged from zero to ten, stayed in the upper part of the thermometer, the patient was progressing. Respiration, if time could be found, would be tested between each of the six clinics. The rapidity of the pulse depended largely upon the clinic in which it was sought. Now, it was not to be expected that these patients would be rational or tractable all the time. Many cases of delirium were detected in the corridors and cases of absolute unconsciousness were frequent during clinics. Those who took their medicine regularly, and conformed to the rules and regula- tions were permitted much healthful recreation-the male patients bringing much honor to themselves and the institution. Dr. Rannells, the head of this wonderful institution, had so carefully and methodically carried on the work that in 1910 he had only to place the reins, which he had so skillfully guided, where they could be taken up by' his successor, Dr. Lothman, who has labored faithfully to keep up the standard. If time and space permitted I should like to mention each member on this wonderful staff, and tell of some of the marvelous operations they performed and of the cures effected. The four-year struggle undertaken by the pilgrims of 1908 is drawing to a close. It has been marked by the best of feeling and excellent results, so that a goodly number will soon be discharged, who will go out into the world with clean bills of health, singing the praises of these helpers of man- kind. The convalescents, if any there be, will probably linger awhile longer. That there may be none is the wish of the Class of 1912.

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CLASS OFFICERS - 1 9 1 2 6 1 Officers Class of 1912 fSee page 2345 3

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Dorothy Marguerite Abrecht 1335 East 81st St. Classical QGreekJ Annual Board President of Athenaeum fSecond Term, Executive Committee Annual Play Faculty Choice for Commencement Louis Henry Ashrnun 1965 East 10lSt St. Scientific Manager of Hockey Team Mildred Josephine Avery 8019 Hough Ave. 7 ix Classical fGermanj'7 Homer Dudley Barch 1405 East 82d St. Scientific CLatinJ Glee Club Zetagathean Marguerite Catherine Bauman 6421 Varian Ave. Scientific fGermanj Athenaeum