East High School - Sunrise Yearbook (Erie, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 162 of the 1928 volume:

Preface The mysterious hand of destiny weaves for us incidents, which tend to make the history of our school. It is our purpose in publishing this annual, to bring to your remembrance the main events of every activity in the school. The Sunrise Staff wishes to express its appreciation of the co-operation of the faculty and student body of East High School. The typewriting assistants under the guidance of Miss Gerboth have given much of their time to the practical work of this book. The art features made by the art department and panel border by Raymond Britton add much to its attractiveness. EE— Nl-’ 1?:. a, Our School Board Diehl, John C. Superintendent of Schools Member Executive Committe Moore, George O. Assistant Superintendent of Schools Griswold, R. W. Chairman Finance and Property Committee Executive Committee Zurn, John A. Vice-President Board Member Finance and Property Committee Baker, Isaac Member Committee on Instruction Hitchcock, Otto G. President Board Chairman Executive Committee Weschler, Robert E. Chairman, Committee on Instruction Member Executive Committee Missimer, Wilson Clay Member Committee on Instruction MacDonald, John Member Finance and Property Committee Speed, James Member Committee on Instruction Scobell, R. Stanley Secretary and Business Manager Member Executive Committee Reichard, S. Warren, M. D. Member Finance and Property Committee r ipiiiration (En ifltHB iWiriant Si. Uooth. uiho bu her aplrubiii ro-oppratiun in all nf our lit-rrary artinitirs anit hpr unfailing hrlpfulnraa in guiding and inspiring ua to rpnpuipd pffort, ltaa uiou our lasting gratitndr anil apprrriatiou. uu tlir rlaan of nim'trrn lntn-iirrii tuirntu-right. iio ltrrrliy drdiratr tliia annual. Mr. Ray’s Message to the Senior Classes The High School is today facing a problem that is extremely difficult to solve. The popularity of higher education has caused great numbers to seek admission to the colleges. Some of the colleges are selective. They admit only High School graduates from the first quartile of the class. Other colleges are more generous and make it possible for any graduate to enter. Many of these students are not college timber. They eventually fail the work and are sent home. The High School gets the blame for their failure. Many parents who have never found out the mental caliber of their children, come out against the public school and claim their sons or daughters are poorly prepared, when as a matter of fact they do not possess ability enough to do work in college. The students who are succeeding are students of ability. Their Terman score is high and their record cards show that they have not been idle in High School, while the ones who are failing do not, as a rule, have all of these qualifications. Seniors, check up on yourselves. Maybe you should not go to college,—it may mean a waste of time and money. One expert told you this year that to take up a profession you should have a Terman score of not less than 128. Ask yourself these questions and find out the answers. 1. Do I stand in the first quartile of the class? 2. Is my Terman Score well over the one hundred mark? 3. Is my High School record a good one? It may save your Alma Mater the blame for your failure in a field where you have little chance to succeed. 10 Grace Torrance Editor in Chief Alfred Higby Business Manager Staff William Smith Circulation Mgr. And Exchange Ed. Estelle Klick Society Editor Margaret Leslie Ass’t Bus. Mgr. Alice Klund Associate Ed. Lucille Kellie Ass’t Literary Editor Ruth Lindgren 1st Ass’t Editor Mary Cronin Ass’t Society Editor Margaret Hough Literary Editor Helen McLaughlin Stenographer Lucille Stephens Stenographer Jack Blackmore Sport Editor Martha Reuthmiller Art Editor Fracis Mattson Joke Editor Raymond Britton Art Editor George Baumann Art Editor Miss Sadie Winkler Faculty Advisor Robert Alloway Art Editor Miss Lillian McConkey Art Supervisor Mr. H. F. Heck Faculty Treasurer Mr. R. E. Harbold Ass’t Faculty Treasurer Mrs. Blanche Sackett Faculty Advisor —i-i slfeii 12 Torrance, Grace Preston, Louise Kaltenbach, Margaret Nickel, Margaret Editor of Sunrise Ed. of Spokesman Ed. of Academe Ed. of Academe Curtze, Charles Reed, George Higby, Alfred Bus. Mgr. Spokesman Bus. Mgr. Academe Bus. Mgr. Sunrise The Tri-Angular Staff This year the three senior high schools of Erie, decided to organize a staff composed of the chief business faculty adviser, editor-in-chief and business manager of each school publication. The object of its meetings was to discuss the various features and plans necessary to make the high school annuals of this city more modern and artistic in their arrangement. Three such meetings were held at the Lawrence Hotel, preceded by a dinner. After the transaction of business the meetings were followed by social activities. 13 The Faculty MR. J. W. RAY, Principal MR. W. E. COON, Assistant Principal MISS M. S. FARLEY, Assistant Principal MRS. CAROLYN ALDEN, Related Shop Work MISS LAURA ALLEN, Geography MR. WALTER ANDERSON. General Shop Work MR. GUS ANDERSON, Physical Education and Athletic Coach MR. FRANK ANTHONY, General Shop Work MISS MARGARET BONNELL, Cookery MISS MIRIAM BOOTH, Advanced English MISS JENNIE BUELENS, French MISS TERESA BURNS, English MISS CHARLOTTE CROWELL, Sewing MR. HARRY L. COTTER, Machine Shop Practice MRS. MARY G. CRANE, Related Studies for Industrial Classes MISS ELIZABETH P. CARR, Nature and Geography MR. A. G. DICKEY, General Science MISS ALICE FOUST. History MR. H. E. FRITTS, Tailoring MISS GERTRUDE GOLDSTEIN, Penmanship and Spelling MR. WELLS M. GOULD, Physics and Chemistry MISS AUGUSTA GERBOTH, Typewriting MISS MARY GILLESPIE, Mathematics MISS RUTH IRENE GRAVES, Geography MR. RALPH E. HARBOLD, Advanced History MR. HENRY F. HECK, Bookkeeping MRS. LAURA J. HICKS, Geography MISS GERTRUDE HUGHES, English MR. JOHN J. JEFFERY, Drafting MR. WALTER JORDON, General Shop MISS NAN JOSSELYN, History MR. D. E. KELLOGG, Drafting MISS LYDIA KERN, German MISS EMMA KOERBER, Advanced Sewing MR. JACK KOMORA, Swimming and Coaching MR. J. STANLEY LANSING, Music MISS JENNIE LEO, Latin MISS MARY McMAHON, English MISS LILLIAN McCONKEY, Art MISS MAUD MEAD, History MR. CLYDE MERRILEES, Related Studies in Shop Work MR. FRANK MILLER, History MISS MARGARET NASH, Mathematics MR. JOHN W. NEASE, Stenography and Commercial Law MISS KATHERINE PILLE, Physical Education and Coaching MR. RALPH POWELL, Biology MISS MARY QUINN, Music MR. JOHN RAINSFORD, Plumbing MR. RALPH RIBLET, Advanced Mathematics and Physiography MISS CALLA ROTH, English MRS. BLANCHE SACKETT, English MISS LILLIE SCHABACKER, Mathematics MR. JOHN L. SCOTT, Related Mathematics MISS CARROL SIPLE, English MISS MILDRED STUART, History MR. TED A. SIEDLE, Citizenship MR. EDMUND THOMAS, Industrial Work MR. CHARLES THOMAS, Industrial Work MISS ETHEL THOMPSON, Commercial Arithmetic MISS EMMA VANCE, Art MISS HELEN VERNON, Sewing MISS ANNA WALSH. Algebra MISS ERMA WEINHEIMER, Swimming MISS SADIE WINKLER, English MISS ELEANOR YOUNG, English MISS MARY E. REED. Librarian MISS MABEL COOPER, Clerk MISS FLORENCE STOLTZ, Clerk Honor to whom R PRIT7CW .� Honor is due.” 15 J------------------------------------------------------------------- Stout, William Klund, Alice Madsen, Harry February Class History When the 1928 mid-year class entered East High for the first time, it was a brisk, sparkling day. This was considered a good omen. The halls were quiet with a sense of awful bigness. Mr. Ray greeted us kindly, as is his fashion and in the auditorium, gave us our first instructions as to behavior. We were quiet and subdued for a time, but our natural instincts got the better of us and we have had a great time ever since! What member of the class doesn’t remember playing ball in the alley and going on those delightful Maywalks? However, with the upper-class work piling up, such things are bound to be neglected. As is the history of all classes, ours pegged along year by year quietly, and as happy as the teachers permitted! Some of us dropped by the wayside and fate removed others from the group, but the majority remained to finish their schooling at East. At the close of the Junior year we awakened to the fact for the first time, that ours was an individual class,—a unit. A February graduation was quietly mentioned; the idea took root,—frail, it is true. Soon it began to be talked of enthusiastically and plans were made for organization. Wouldn’t it be great to be the first February graduates? Yes indeed, but quite an impossibility. We requested the privilege of organization which was given to us without much discussion. So our work began! It was necessary to convince Mr. Ray that we were capable of standing by our work and backing up the necessary undertakings. We also had to persuade various students that February was an ideal graduation time. After some difficulty and splendid co-operation on the part of Mr. Ray, we were finally able to plan definitely for the various events. 16 Madsen, Harry Josselyn, Miss Nan Levick, Ethel Siple, Miss Carrol Much gratitude is due to the June class for the times they have helped us in undertakings requiring greater backing than that of which we were capable. The mid-year Prom was also much appreciated. Class day held the greatest of terrors for us, and it was with trembling that we took charge of the auditorium. Dress-up day being one of traditional fun, was not to be omitted. The boys having a slight bashful complex did not respond wholeheartedly, but we enjoyed it nevertheless. We were greatly pleased that the privilege of giving a class play was granted, and members of the cast worked industriously on “Peg 0’ My Heart.” Its success was a great encouragement in more ways than one. Time flew fast and our good times, including a splendid banquet, quickly passed into history. As a reminder to the school of our lasting affection and loyalty, we left a sum of money to be used for the purchase of much-needed musical instruments. Graduation day dawned at length and who would not feel a trifle tremulous to say good-bye to high school and all it had meant in the years gone by? All obstacles surmounted and our work well done, we sailed away in the splendid snow-white ship, “Graduation,” carrying a precious freight of dreams and forward-looking thoughts. 17 —ALICE KLUND ANDERSON, ALICE ELVIRA “AT” Club 2, 3, 4 The most outstanding thing about Alice is her wonderful congenial and interesting personality. She has not told us her plans for the future. BOWES, DOROTHY College Club, 4—Basketball, 2—“M” Club, 4—Banquet Com., 4 Did you ever notice Dorothy’s cherry lips, blue eyes and flaxen hair? They’re worth looking at—and after that, get to know her,—You won’t regret it, Good luck, Dorothy. DOYLE, WILLIAM EDWIN Orchestra 3, 4—Mam’zelle Taps Com. 2. Edwin, because of his quietness, is unknown to some, although he has numerous friends. Ed isn’t the kind of a boy to make a big splurge, but what he does is done with an accuracy and finish that is astonishing. Although he has not taken part in athletics he has made quite a name for himself with his many fine qualities of manhood. East will miss you, Eddie. FICKENWORTH, MABEL “A ” Club 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 3, 4— Banquet Com. 4. Mabel’s blonde hair and laughing eyes give an impression of eternal sunshine. We shall miss her cheerful smile and pep. But Mabel will make a success of everything she undertakes. The business world claims her. GIBB, MARIE ELLEN College Club, 2, 3, 4— Peg O’ Mg Heart 4— Class Pag Com. 4 Dramatic Club, 1, 2— Announcement Com. 4. Have you ever noticed how very calmly Marie takes life? However, there is a volcano inside of her, which it is dangerous to stir up. She has been known to visit frequently in Grove City, but says she is going in training at Harnot this fall. 18 HENRY, MARY ELLEN Glee Club, 4— “M Club, 2, 3, 4— Social Com. 4— College Club, 3. “Smile girls, that’s the style.” Mary Ellen goes with her smile, which is almost everywhere. It’s a pleasure to be in such sunny company. Try it and see. She should be called, “We” as a nickname for “my smile and I.” HOWE, LLEWELLYN S. Mam’zellc Tups, 2— Capt. Crossboties,— Glee Club, 1, 2 Class Play, 4— Student Council, 3, 4— Ring Com. 4. Here is one of the cheerful members of our class. It has to be a very gloomy day that finds “Doc” without a cheerful grin. No matter how deep the trouble may be, he will always bob up smiling. The industrial world has already claimed our little genius and he’s bound to make good. We expect a lot of you, Doc. KLUND, ALICE Tennis 2, 3, 4— Soccer, 3— School News, 3-— Sunrise, 4—Glee Club, 4 —College Club, 1, 2, 3, 4— Peg O’ My Heart, 4 Class Officer, 4— Announcement Com. 4. “Bugs” is a friend worth having. She’s cheerful, thoughtful and sincere. Everyone who knows her, enjoys her bits of dry wit and humor. She intends to enter Ohio Wesleyan this fall. Here’s wishing her great success. LEVICK, ETHEL SHIRLEY Out O' The Air, 4— Hum’s Oratorical Contest, 3— Announcement Com. 4— Ring Com. 4— Class Speaker, 4. Ethel is the valedictorian of the February class. She has proved her value by her class work and high grades. Aside from studying, she is jolly and has a charming personality. All who know her, love her and desire to keep her as a close friend. Ethel is going away to school and we wish her all success. LILLARD, DORA Glee Club, 4— “M” Club, 3, 4— Class Play, 4— Class Day Com. 4. Diminutive, sweet, with the proverbial dash of pepper for snap, and a charming manner, which was shown in the “leading lady” of “Peg O’ My Heart,” is Dora. Her host of friends wish her great success. We wonder if that includes “B. R.” 19 MADSEN, HARRY ALFRED Ochestra, 2, 3, 4— Mum’zelle Taps Com.— Copt. Crossbones— Glee Club, 1, 2, 4— Out O’ The Air, 3— Class Plan 4— Class Treas. 4— Class Speaker— Class Day Com. D. Here is one of the shining lights of the February class of ’28. This blond boy with his pleasant personality and his delightful sense of humor, has left an imprint at East that can never be erased. His ability as a student has done credit to this school, to his class, to his teachers and to himself. Good luck, Harry. MATTISON, IlOWARJ) WILLIAM Football, 3, 4— Basketball, 3, 4— Copt. Crossbones— Track 2— Prom. Com. 3— German Club, 2—- Class Day Com. 4— Glee Club, 1, 2— Hi-Y-Club, 2, 3. Here is one of the big men of our class, “Hock” has established an athletic record at East that will be hard to beat. Of course, a really great athlete must have his admirers and “Howie” has his share. I know several of them and so does he. MORRISON, JAMES DONALD Track, 1, 2, 3— Play Com. 4— Ring Com. 4— Class Play, 4. Step right up girls! This handsome young man just can’t help making the girls turn their heads. Jimmy has stepped to the front through his enviable ability and has reaped loads of glory for East, being a star on the track, and a student whose recitations were marvelous to hear. Success is yours, Jimmy— Best wishes! O’KEEFE, CATHERINE M. “A ” Club, 3— College Club, 3— Peg O’ My Heart, 4— Out O’ The Air, 4— Class Officer, 4— Orchestra, 4— Water Pageant, 2— Prom. Com. 3— Class Day Com. 4. Did you ever get to know “Cutsy” outside of school? She just overflows with good spirits and fun, and is a splendid companion. Ask the cast of “Peg O’ My Heart” how she can cook! Catherine is going to Normal. RUETIIMILLER, MARTHA Sunrise Staff, 4— “A ” Club, 3, 4. Martha is an artist to the n’th degree. She has done much for our school magazine and we appreciate it. She is a fun-loving, charming girl, especially when she drives around in her coupe. Martha with her talent is sure to have many lucky breaks. 20 STOUT, WILLIAM THOMAS Orchestra, 2, 3, 4— Mam’zelle Taps—Capt. Crossbones— Glee Club, 1, 2, 4—Out O’ The Air, 3— Class Play, 4— Class President, 4. Bill showed that he was a great man when he guided our class through a stormy year preceding graduation. In the future it will be a pleasure to greet the president of one of our manufacturing concerns by the friendly name of Bill! Success to you, Bill. TORRANCE, GRACE CATHERINE Editor-in-Chief, Sunrise, 4— Class President, 2— Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4— Treasurer, 4— Joke Editor, 3— Burn's Oratorical Contest, 3— Student Council, 4— Class Ring Com. 4— Class Play Com. 4— College Club, 1, 2, 3, 4—- “M” Club, 3— Capt. Crossbones, 2— Out O’ the Air, 3— Dramatic Club, 1. Speaking of busy editors, the most one saw of Grace was her back rapidly disappearing around corners. Did you ever see her when she started to laugh?—She has a most artistic squeak. “Tiny” is not only talented as a writer but has a lovely soprano voice which has been very much enjoyed by the students. On the Departure of the Mid-Year Class The Mid-year class of ninteen twenty-eight Has now “commenced” in quite the finest state, And though you may have thought you’re rid of us, We’ll oft’ be coming back to raise a fuss. Nineteen of us who sat upon the stage, Have started, as we think, the latest rage In having our Commencement in mid-year And launching out upon a bold career, Because our class was small does not denote That we, in any way, shall be the goat; Don’t worry! We all know “our stuff,” ’tis true, And all through life we’ll manage to pull through Without disgrace or shadow of defeat, For we have never dabbled in deceit— We hope! So bid, “God Speed!” and wish us luck And I am sure we’ll never run amuck. Then let this be our parting word to you: Don’t always give up when you’re feeling blue, No matter how discouraged you may be Just say, “I will!” and not, “I can’t!” You’ll see That that’s the most successful policy. Our group was small but we did not give in, That is the thing that really helped us win. —MARTHA RUETHMILLER 21 Blackmore, Jack Hall, Alice Weber, Herman Martin, Mae C. Booth, Miss Mariam B. Gould, Mr. Wells M. June Class History With shaking knees we climbed the stone steps and cautiously sought the whereabouts of the principal’s office. We were directed to our respective home rooms, but, alas, we were unable to locate them. Then, to make matters worse, we forgot the numbers. Thus, the first day in high school was one huge nightmare. We had read terrifying stories of the dreadful hazing to which Freshies are subjected and we looked with awe upon the husky upper classmen, wondering what would happen next. While we were laboring through our Freshman year, the spark of school spirit began to smoulder within us. This Hame was to grow and remain with us not only during our school years, but throughout our entire lives. What an eventful day was that date in June when we would call ourselves Sophomores. We patted ourselves on the back all summer because of this exalted position. What we wouldn’t do to the Freshmen! When the school term reopened, however, we soon went shopping for smaller sized hats. We were still underclassmen, still “know-nothings,” still too inexperienced in the eyes of the Juniors; and in the eyes of the Seniors—they had no eyes for us whatsoever. Consequently our activities were limited and quite undeveloped. We longed to do something for our school. That spark in us burst into flame, but it was of no use. It was promptly extinguished by the upper classmen’s attitude toward our noble attempts! 22 0-.3«o m knn Spicer, Glenn MacLaughlin, Helen Rose, Howard Klick, Estelle In our Junior year all was changed “in the twinkling of an eye.’’ We were recognized by the Seniors. I should say we were. We were needed by them to assist in some of the activities of the school. We tried our best to give them our hearty support as the present Junior Class have given theirs. Our spark of school spirit blazed forth writh glorifying light and heat. Our social activities were extended. We assisted in the annual Prom and sponsored several other social events through our clubs. Throughout the entire year we kept our eyes upon the goal and marched steadily onward until we reached the enviable position—that of Seniors. Now that we had become worthy of such a title, we were overjoyed. We plunged into our work with a vim which showed how our pent up energies were galloping with the joy of action. In honor of the February Graduating Class we gave a Prom which was a huge success. We became so busy with scholastic studies and other activities that the days just Hew. We tried our best to carry on the ideals of our beloved school in scholastic standards, social activities and athletics. We hope we have done our part toward making our East High a better place. We not only want to express our deep appreciation to teachers who have unselfishly served us as advisers, but we wish to thank each of the faculty for the patience and helpfulness expressed in the untiring effort to make us worthy of our Alma Mater. As the time draws nigh for the happiest days of our life to end, we lament our misfortune. In future years may we all remember our East High School as the dearest treasure of our youth. We are now prepared to take our stations in the world. May we exemplify the teachings of our Alma Mater throughout this life. 23 ALEXANDER, CLARENCE E. Clarence is a studious, industrious, likable chap. His cheery smile has gained for him many staunch friends, who enjoy his keen sense of humor. We all wish Clarence every success in the world and expect to hear big things of him in the future. ALLEN, MONA ELIZABETH Although Mona, before you know her, seems such a quiet g'r , y?u will find she is a good, sincere friend. Her good nature and willingness to help are valued by everyone who knows her. AQUINO, MARGARET MARY Follow my motto: Laugh, King and be gay. Make the most of every day. one iia.K unorueu me sewing classes much amusment. “A great uproar from a little giggle grows. Whatever vocation she may intend to follow, we are certain she will be a success. BARBER, GEORGE “Dud” certainly has won his way into the hearts of whom he has met. George possesses the rare faculty by the poet as “keep apluggin,.” We wish him sucees ever line he pursues expressed in what- BARBER, LEROY EDWARD Tennis 3, 4 Leroy is one of our main stays in the tennis team this year He has been a quiet fellow but a very good student He is amiable and as good nature is one of the necessities of business we are sure he will advance. 24 BAUMAN, CHARLES MAYA Here he is, girls! This handsome young man, with his pleasing personality, has many friends, especially among the fair sex. His many friends will miss him when he leaves East to continue his studies at Notre Dame. With his ability he is bound to succeed in whatever he attempts. BAUMAN, GEORGE EDWARD Class Basketball, 3, 4— Sunrise Staff, 4. George’s friendly, quiet manner has gained for him the regard of us all. He has been an earnest worker in all his undertakings. He performs his studies in a most satisfactory manner, and his ability tends toward worth while things. His art work is of good quality. We hope he has the best of success in life. In time he will own a cleaning company of his own. BELL, MILDRED MARIE Here is one of our sincere, quiet girls who intends to follow a business career. “True friends are like diamonds, precious but rare, False ones like autumn leaves, found everywhere. She’s one of the true ones. BLACKMORE, JACK ARTHUR Class President, 4— Burn’s Oratorical Contest, 4— Football Mgr. 4— Debating, 3, 4— Junior Declamation Contest, 1— Sunrise Staff, 4—- Hi-Y, 2, 3, 4— Orchestra, 1, 2, 3— Band, 1, 2— Constitutional Oratorical Contest, 4. Jack is among the most popular fellows of our class. He has proved himself a good debater, writer, musician, broadcaster and football manager. We consider it a great honor to have this all-around good citizen and future minister in our class. He leaves with the best wishes from the whole class for a happy and successful life. BRITTON. RAYMOND HENRY Sunrise Staff, 4. Raymond is one of our best artists. He has contributed much to our Sunrise Magazine and Annual. “Ray” is quiet but cheerful. If he continues his work in the world as he has in school, we are sure he will succeed and become a great cartoonist. BURGNON, EDITH LOUISE “M Club, 4— Glee Club, 1, 2— College Club, 1— Student Council, 1, 2. Edith is a tall, slender, blue-eyed lass who is very attractive to the opposite sex. Her pleasant disposition and willingness to join in the fun, make her a welcome member of every group. CARNEY, EDWARD JOSEPH Glee Club, 4. Whenever Ed appears, gloom disappears. His ready smile and clever wit have made many friends for him while here at East. We want to thank Ed for chasing the “blues” away and wish him success for the future. CARYL, DELMONT ALBERT Football, 3, 4— Baseball, 3, 4— Class Basketball, 4. “Del” is one of East’s outstanding football men, and we expect to hear of him as a member of the “All American” team in the near future. He is not only popular with the fellows, but has to hide sometimes from the pursuit of girls. He will overcome bashfulness in time and then the rest of the fellows better “clear the deck.” CHIZ, MARY ANTOINETTE Glee Club, 4. Mary is a very quiet girl (if you don’t know her). Her favorite question is “Got your commercial law cases?” She has never been slack in anything during the four years, and we all wish her luck in the business world. CONNORS, VIRGINIA CLARA “A ” Club, 4. Here is a girl you can’t help but like. She is a member of one of those inseparable groups. Though she has not stated her intentions concerning her work after leaving school, we are sure that whatever she may attempt, will be successful. 26 COOPER, HOMER BERTRAM This blonde young man though he has not been in school activities, has gained many friends, and proven himself to be a good student. The school wishes him much success in life. CRONIN, MARY GERTRUDE College Club, 3, 4— “XI Club, 3, 4— Sunrise Stuff, 4— Glee Club, 3— Announcement Committee, 4. Mary’s hazel eyes and black hair have proved too much for many a man, but that’s not all. She is a good sport and lively company. “Trusty, dusky, vivid, true With eyes of gold and bramble-dew Steel-true and blade-straight.” CROSS, MAXINE LENORA Glee Club, 3, 4— “XI Club, 4. Max is notably quiet, but she has a vigor in her makeup which makes her a dangerous rival. Coming from Lawrence Park, she has been with us only three years but have you ever noticed how many friends she has? EKSTROM, ETHEL RAGNHILD Basketball 2, 3— “AT” Club, 4— College Club, 4. The fairest sight is a friendly face, The blithest tread is a friendly pace, And heaven will be a better place For a friend or two. This surely is Ethel’s motto, for this flaxon-haired maid has a heart as golden as her hair. EMLING, JEROME Football, 1, 2, 3, 4— Basketball, 2, 3, 4— Track, 2, 4— Baseball, 3, 4— Band, 1, 2— Orchestra, 3. “Shunnel” is widely known for his attempts to imitate “Blubber” Sullivan, and he certainly succeeded in football tackling. He has held a position in our school life that will be hard to fill. We know he will be a success in life, for he has proven the makings of a business man already. 27 FAIRGRAVES, ROBERT JAMES Ring Com. 4— Debate, 4. Robert’s specialty is girls. But he also has ability at debating. “Behold! Our silver tongued orator!” That is Bob. He’ll probably be a congressman some day. His sunny grin and determination have helped him win a place never to be erased, in the heart of East. FORSBERG, HERBERT Herbert has the promise of being a second Paul Whiteman with the great musical genius that is his. Aside from this he is a studious fellow and well liked by all, who wish him success in his chosen career. FORSBERG, PHILIP “Phil” has done much to help East establish its prestige in debating. His speeches were full of good arguments, humor, and clever wit, which showed his character in true colors. He plays the piano, too, and without him the “Double Quintet” would fall flat. He’s bound to make a big hit for East some day. GILES, RUTH “The envy of all, the glory of one. This little wisp of an Irish Miss is the sweetest thing this side of the ocean and fit to grace a King George’s table. GORTON, CHARLES WILLIAM Baseball Mgr., 4— Class Basketball, 2, 3, 4. This young man, as a manager of East’s 1928 nine has proven his mettle. He is witty, goodnatured and has many friends who admire him for his manly qualities and studious application in the class rooms. Athletics is his specialty and we wish him every success in it. 28 HALL, ALICE EVELYN “A ” Club, 2, 3, 4— Announcement Com. 4— Glee Club, 1— Vice President, 4. Here is a sparkling brown-eyed lass, one of the sweetest and most popular girls of the class. Who could help loving Alice? She is the silver lining to our clouds of gloom. We do not know whether Alice intends to enter the musical or commercial world. Whichever it may be, we know that with her winning personality she will be a credit to East. HEAL, FRANCES ELIZABETH “A ” Club, 3, 4— College Club, 3— Ring Com. 4. This dark haired miss is very popular at East—especially with the hoys. She has a permanent smile, which is “catching” even on test days. We do not know what college she has chosen, but we know her popularity will continue. HEIN, ROBERT HENRY Glee Club, 4. Robert’s frank and amiable manner has made for him many friends. His studies absorb the greater part of his time, but he finds time to provide enjoyment for others. While not participating in athletics to a great extent, he is a firm supporter of our teams. HIGBY, ALFRED Business Manager Sunrise Staff, 4. Here is the business man of our class. Although Alfred is very quiet, he is much valued as a sincere friend to everyone. He plans to be an electrical engineer and we are sure he will succeed because of his perseverance. HOUGH, MARGARET LOUISE “AP Club, 4— Sunrise Staff, 4— Senior Class Flag Committee 4. All hail to one of our champion typists. Margaret intends to enter the business world and it is a certainty that she will make a success of her future life with her smile, good nature and winning ways. 2(J HOYDIC, ANNA FRANCES Orchestra, 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 3— Interscholastic Orchestra, 3, 4— Stringed Orchestra, 3. “Here’s to the lass with the eyes of brown; May that smiling face ne’er hold a frown.” Her happy smiles win a way to everybody’s heart. Ask Francis, he knows. She is going to have a musical career and will some day be the rival of Zimbalist, the famous violinist. JACOBY, GEORGE STEELE Water Polo, 2, 3— Football, 3. Quiet, unassuming, and a steady worker, he exemplifies the spirit of courtesy and loyalty. To know George is to have a constant, true-hearted friend. He hasn’t decided upon his future career, but it would not be a surprise to see him as a statesman some day. Our best wishes go with him. JANSEN, NICHOLAS Nick, though one of the quiet members of our class has a large spot in the hearts of all his friends. His sincerity is one of his greatest assets. His future plans, although unknown, are sure to be a success. Class of ’28 gives him their best wishes. KAECHELE, GEORGE George is one of our jolly, good-natured fellows, who hasn’t much to say, but can make a trumpet talk. He has helped greatly in making our orchestras and bands a success. We only hope George will play with some of the largest musical organizations of our country. KING, LILLIAN ALICE Swimming, 2, 3, 4— Basketball, 2, 3— Glee Club, b, 3— “A ” Club, 4. “Naughty but nice!” This little blonde is ready for fun any time, and no class room is ever dull when she is there. Lillian has been a great help to our swimming and basketball teams. East will certainly miss her. 30 KING, ROBERT ROY Capt. Crossbones, 2— Glee Club, 2, 3. “Bob” left us once and we were glad when he came back among us, especially in his last year. He has become very studious, which proves he does not spend all his time in jollity. His manliness and good looks will certainly help him in whatever career he chooses. KINGSLEY, ELEANOR MARGARET If you ever feel unhappy, get Eleanor to cheer you up, for her peppy remarks and dazzling smile would chase the worst “blues” away. Through her personality she has won many friends, who wish her to be successful in her life’s work. KLICK, ESTELLE MARIE VIRGINIA College Club, 4— “A ” Club, 3, 4— Pres, of “A ” Club 4— Sunrise Staff, 4. “Talk! Ye Gods, how she can talk.” That eternal three—Alice, Peg and Estelle are forever upsetting some class room by their giggling. Nevertheless she is a good student and will prove invaluable in the business world. She, as favorite among her class, was chosen as a commencement speaker. We all wonder why she’s so interested in Cathedral Prep. KOMORA, MICHAEL RICHARD Track, 3, 4— Football, 3, 4— Captain, 4— Basketball, 3, 4— Baseball, 3, 4. Behold! East’s great football captain. Mike came to East in his third year from New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Since then he has shown great ability as an athlete in every line. He, also, is a great orator! Good luck, Mike, in whatever you attempt. KRILL, GERTRUDE MARY College Club, 3, 4— A ” Club, 3, 4— Glee Club, 3. “Who is it can read a woman?” Gert! That name in our school spells many things. In for fun, sport or serious hard work—-that is taciturn Gert. She is always near when needed. But all these things are necessary in a journalist and poet. 31 KROMO, MARGARET ANN Glee Club Margaret has the kind of personality which appeals to people. When she desires to be entertaining you may be sure of a stomach-ache! However, with her perseverance she’s bound to win. LEINGANG, GEORGE FRANK Class President, 3— Class Treasurer, 1— Baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4— Football, 4— Dance Committee, 4. “Dutch” is the liveliest fellow in our class. He flashes in whatever he does, especially on the basketball court. We do not know what Dutch intends to do after leaving school, but we know that he will succeed, for a fellow of his type cannot be kept in the background. LENKNER. NORA ELIZABETH “A ” Club, 4— College Club, 4— Basketball, 2, 3— Class Play Committee, 4. Have you ever seen such perfect dimples? Her bewitching smile and sparkling eyes are a sure remedy for chasing the blues. Her light-heartedness always has an effect. Her good work as a student at East must not be forgotten. LESLIE, MARGARET ELIZABETH Glee Club, 2— “A ” Club, 4— Sunrise Staff, 4. Margaret, otherwise known as “Peg” is one of our popular girls, and belongs to one of the most popular groups in the school. She is the Assistant Business Manager of this magazine and has proved her value as such. The business world claims her if a “certain party” doesn’t change her mind. LUKACHEVICH, AGNES “A ” Club, 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 3— College Club, 4. This young lady will be a poet some day, if she keeps at it. By her laughing eyes, Agnes proves her sincerity and jollity, and each of these qualities may be found in her. 32 McDonald, alice Gertrude “A ” Club, 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 1, 2. She is a girl with a heart as big as herself. When you want someone you can depend on, call on Alice. Though she may be quiet, all the girls know her to be good-natured and full of fun. She will be a success after leaving school if Shorty” doesn’t interfere. MAC LAUGHLIN, HELEN “A ” Club, 4— Sunrise Stuff, 4. Hail the star pupil of the class of ’28! Although she does not seem to study any more than the rest of us, Helen is first in all her studies. In years to come East can feel proud to have had Helen as a student, and we all wish her success. MARTIN, MAE ELIZABETH Swimming, 1, 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 1, 2, 4-— Copt. Crossbones, 2— Basketball, 2, 4— Tennis, 1 ,2— Cheerleader, 1, 2— Track, 1, 4— Out O' The Air, 3— College Club, 3, 4— “A ” Club, 2, 3, 4. Orchids and diamonds! That’s our Mae. Mae is not only very good looking, but has a dazzling personality that charms all who come in contact with her. The swimming team could not exist without her help, for she is a champion plunger, too. Mae, we wish you success in whatever you attempt. MATTSON, FRANCIS LA VERNE Glee Club, 4— Golf, 2, 3, 4— Sunrise Staff, 4. Matt” is one of the Lawrence Park “Pals”. Possessing a sunny disposition, this chap is well liked by all his friends. Golf is one of “Matt’s” favorite sports, although tennis holds his interest, too. He is a jolly good sport and we all like him. MOORE, ETHEL ANN “A ” Club, 3, 4— College Club, 4. “This shy little maiden With dark curly hair— Her charming presence Is requested everywhere.” During this last year Ethel has become known throughout the school by her sparkling personality. She intends to be a nurse. May she prove to be an exceptionally good one. 33 MOZDY, EDWARD MAXIMILIAN Swimming, 1— Glee Club, 4. Edward is our great bass singer and excels in the use of long, high-brow words in his frequent arguments. He is an earnest student. With his cheerfulness and light “love taps” he has won many friends. We wish him well on his road to success. MULLETTE, MARTHA Basketball, 2, 3— “M” Club, 2, 3— Glee Club, 2, 3, 4— College Club, 3. “She’s a jolly good fellow”—This describes Martha to a “T.” She’s full of fun and always ready for a good time. The Double Quintet would not be complete without her. We hope when she’s a nurse, her cheerful spirits will help her patients. NAGORSKI, FRANCIS THOMAS Glee Club, 4— Class Plag Com. 4. “Fran” is one of the “pillars” of the class. Whenever there is action, he is there. His ambitions are to follow in his father’s footsteps as a lawyer. The class certainly hopes he will succeed, for he has the qualifications to follow some profession. ORLOFF, ADNA Swimming, 1, 2, 3, 4— Basketball, 2— Tumbling Team, 4— College Club, 4. Adna is one of our famous athletic girls. She is very well known for her ability as a swimmer, but this has in no way interfered with her scholastic work, for Adna is one of our best students. PALMER, SUE ELOISE Glee Club, 2, 3— Basketball, 2, 3— Captain, 3— College Club, 4 “3 ” Club, 2, 3. “Tall of stature and full of fun, Sue is loved by everyone.” Her cheerful disposition and pleasant smile have won for her a host of friends—and a certain admirer, too. Words cannot express our hope for her success in the future. 34 KESINGER, FLORENCE Florence has made many friends at East with her ready smile and pleasant manners. The Moody Bible Institute is to claim this popular student, and we are sure, that, if she maintains the high standard she did at East, her success is assured. RICE, EDWARD Ed is one of our French sharks. He is also an excellent bookkeeper. We think he likes bookkeeping because then he has more girls to talk to. We wish him success in his business career. ROSE, HOWARD Class President, 3— Class Treasurer, 1— Baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4— Football, 2, 3, 4— Track, 3, 4— Basketball, 4. “Howie” is one of our best hits as a sticker and worker. He doesn’t say much but we know he has big ideas. Most of the football fellows and coaches know why Howie didn’t go right home when football practice was over early. Was it love for tennis or her? Good luck to you. ROYER, HARRIETT College Club, 4— “A ” Club, 4. This little lady may appear to be quiet and unassuming, but to one who knows her, she is a very cheerful and winning person. Harriett is one of the most willing workers of the class and her cheerfulness is one of her greatest assets. RUSSELL, ANNA JEANETTE “Af” Club, 3, 4— Glee Club,, 3. “No one knows how much she knows.” Anna is quiet, yet with qualities indefinable, that win friends and success in life. These assets are the cornerstone on which “Ann” will build her business career. 35 SANDGREN, ETHEL Ethel is one of ’28’s most attractive blondes. She is one of the inseparables, Harriet R. being the other. Their piggies may be heard at almost any time. Ethel is planning a business career and we know she will reach her goal. SCARLETT, CHESTER BELL Football, 2 ,3, 4— Student Council, 3— Class Basketball, 3. ‘Chet” has devoted most of his time to his studies. The teachers are proud of him for they know he is a hard worker. In his good-natured way he has made many friends. We hope he succeeds in his work when he leaves school for he deserves whatever luck fate gives him. SELIG, MARY FRANCES Orchestra, 3, 4— “iV ” Club, 3, 4. ‘‘Rain is wet, dust is dry; Life is short, and so am I.” Mary is quiet but underneath this is a fun-loving spirit. It is rumored that she is going to be a nurse. By the way, has onyone heard of “Chick”— I wonder? SMITH, WILLIAM ALFRED Track, 2— Glee Cluby 4— Sunrise Staff, 4. Big Bill is one of the fellows who likes the fun of arguing in the classroom. Besides being a good student, he is also a good friend. Bill plans to be a salesman, and we are sure, with his winning ways, he will be a success. SPICER, GLENN RAYMOND Football, 3, 4— Class Basketball, 3, 4— Orchestra, 2, 3— Band, 3— Debating, 4— Prom Com. 3, 4— Ring Com. 4— Class Play, 4— Commencement Speaker. The clowm of the class! Whenever there is any merrymaking going on you’re sure to find “Spike” in the midst of it. Although he has only been with us three years, he has won many friends through his unmatched ability to entertain, especially the football team. Glenn’s winning personality plus his comical capers and witty remarks all tend to stamp him as one of the best liked chaps of the school. 36 STERRETT, KENNETH RAYMOND Glee Club, 3, 4— Baseball, 3. We haven’t heard what “Ken” intends to do, but he can follow almost any profession because of his ability to adapt himself to difficult situations. He has an exceptionally good bass voice, too, which has helped the “Double Quintet” greatly in its performances. We have enjoyed Ken’s friendship and shall miss him. STINEFORD, HILDA BLAKE Debating, 4— “A ” Club, 4— Ring Committee, 4. Hilda came to us from Norway High School, Maine, in her senior year. In spite of her short time among us, she has an enviable record as a speaker. She has chosen oratory as her profession and we hope she will be famous some day. STONE, CLIFFORD GIBSON Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4— Band, 1, 2. Clifford always overflows with music. He plays several instruments well, and is a handy man to fill any gap that may occur in the orchestra. His clever sayings and happy-go-lucky manner have made him very popular with the girls. Clifford will no doubt be heard from after he leaves school. STORCH, CHARLES HENRY Ring Committee, 4. Charles is shy of the fair ones, perhaps because he knows they all like him. He is big in stature, ideals and ability. His comradeship has been enjoyed by all who know him. He has spent much time in study and has proven a good student. SWANSON, WILFORD GUSTAF. Wilfred has been very quiet about school, but we do know he can make the ivory keys talk. He has been a very good student and the class unites in wishing him success in life. 37 SWANSON, WILLARD GOTTFRIED Glee Club, 4— Class Basketball, 4. This young man, with his quaint humor, has gained a host of friends, who value him much. He has not stated his future intentions, but we wish him all the success in the world. TRAMBLEY, VALERY B. Football, 2, 3, 4— Basketball, 3, 4— Track, 4. Here is the football hero! When our team was standing on its own goal trying to hold off almost certain defeat, “Val” bobbed up from nowhere to turn the tide to glorious victory. We certainly hope he keeps his Ievel-headedness in his life’s work and it will win for him success and happiness. ULRICH, NORMAN JOSEPH Glee Club, 4. Although “Norm” belongs to the more pensive group, he has time for fun, too. He has been a good supporter of our sports and school activities, and will support his chosen profession, whatever it may be, in the same way. We feel he is in for something big in the future because of his intelligence. WALACK, MICHAEL Basketball, 1, 4. If this young man uses the same perseverance in the future that he has shown in his studies and in basketball, he will surely be a great success. Good luck, Mike! WALLER, KATHLEEN HELEN “M” Club, 1, 2, 3, 4— College Club, 2— Glee Club, 1, 2, 3. “Alas! thy coquettish ways have proven disastrous.” Our pretty artist will be a loss to the “Sunrise” but our loss will be another’s gain. After her traveling about this summer, she will give her whole attention to the study of art and—.! Best wishes to you, Kathleen. 38 WEBER, HERMAN This is “Honey,” our premier arguer. He can make almost anyone change his mind when he begins to use his vocabulary. He has not made much of a name as a lady’s man, but he may change his mind before long. Ask him about “Ben’s Lost Child.” Here’s to your success, Herman. WEBER, RALPH Ralph is a peppy fellow from Lawrence Park. He seems to enjoy talking to all the girls. Everyone is wondering how he is going to get along without his pow-wow with Kathleen after he graduates. WHITTIER, DOROTHY MARIAN College Club, 4— “M Club, 2, 3, 4— Glee Club, 2, 3. 4. “All good girls love their brothers, but so good we have grown that we love other girls’ brothers, too!” “Dot” is one of the darling misses from the “Gang” in Lawrence Park. She is always in for the best of everything, and helps to make others happy by her charming manner and her friendliness. WILLIAMS, GRANT Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4— Capt. Crossbones, 2— Track, 3, 4— Peg O’ My Heart, 4. Here is one of East’s greatest cheerleaders. His pep and enthusiasm have many times aroused the players to victory. He has entertained the students, too. with his fine tenor voice. He may be a second Caruso, who knows? Above all. Grant is manly and clean, possessing the qualities which will lead him to the success he desires. WILLIAMS, MARY IRENE “A ” Club, 3, 4— Glee Club, 2, 3— College Club, 4. “Seek me for advice, A willing hand I lend, And many broken hearts I have to mend.” Have you ever been tangled in one of Mary’s pastimes— a debate? ' Mary sticks to her point until she has conquered all. Her winning ways will carry her far in the business world. 39 WILSON, WALTER “Pete” is one of our hard working managers and a good student. We know he will be a success in whatever he undertakes after leaving East. It has been rumored that Pete’s face has been shining like a gold piece because he has been flying around with a Wing! WING, EILEEN College Club, 4— “A ” Club, 4— Basketball, 2, 3. “Short and sweet . And very petite.” Eileen is one of the dearest, jolliest girls in the class of Her friends number many of both sexes. We are sure she w‘ll be a great success in any career she may chose, even if it might be household art! ’28. WOLF, MARGERIE GLADYS Literary Club, 1— Glee Club, 3, 4. Margerie hails from “Lawrence Park.” She is taking a ousiness course and plans to be a stenographer. She is jolly gay and sincere. May she have luck in her chosen profession. YAPLE, EVELYN MAUDE Class Play, 4. Here is one of our quiet, intellectual students, who is well known in the school, being one of Miss Reed’s helpers Her recitations are of the kind that are few and far between. We know she will be a great success as a stenographer after she leaves dear old East. ZENY, WILLIAM Basketball, 1, 4. This y°ung man has shown himself an industrious, quiet fellow well-liked by all who know him. We know he is a good basketball player,too. We wonder what he intends to do in the future. Time will tell. 40 nE AND NY SHADOW N rtvj S� r p«son Jr. Arrowsmith, Harold, Pres.—Stano, John V., Pres.—Kellie, Lucille, Sec.—Divens, Cecil, Bachtel, Erma— Beck, Helen— Brown, Titus— Burdick Leland— Bury, Dorothy— Carr, John— Clauson, Clara— Daley, Charles— Dean, Mae— Demetter, Henry— Drinane, Helen— Eisengart, Mercedes— Emerson, Edith— Frederick, Helen. 42 Gibb, Evelyn— Gilbert, Esther— Harrington, Raymond— Holland, Ailsa— Kleiner, Joseph— Mariella, Gabe— McClintock, Helen— Meyer, Harold— Praetzel, William— Schaffer, Virginia— Simpson, Harry— Skaredzinski, John— Ward, John— Wood, Francis— Woodrow, Myrtle— Zimmer, Thelma 43 Class of 1929 (Mid Year Section) When our class first entered East High, every member of the class felt that he, or she, owned the school. Of course the upper classmen soon drove that idea out of our heads. We spent two years as insignificant Junior High students. Then we entered ninth grade. We were Freshmen. How proud we were to be able to make our own schedules. But alas! we were just as insignificant as before. Soon we became Sophomores. We began to open our eyes and take part in the school activities. Although no one paid any attention to us, we thought that the school could not get along without us. The next year we reached the exalted height of Juniors. We had looked forward to this when we were Sophomores, but now that we had reached the height, we longed to be Seniors. Now we are Twelve B Seniors and are at last organized. We have tried our best to live up to the high standards of the school! I suppose, however, that when we are Seniors we shall look forward to graduation and possibly college. —ESTHER GILBERT Grade 12 44 DeTuerk, James Shea, Harold I wig, Orville Pres. Vice Pres. Treas. Secretary Class of 1929 Three years ago, (it seems three centuries) we of the present Junior Class became Freshmen. Freshmen! Magic term! Wonder what it means? Fresh-men, presumably, but I have consulted Webster for the definition of “fresh,” and have completed each of his worthy thoughts in accordance with my own opinions—for I’m sure that when Mr Webster defined the word, he had us in mind, because we were:— New—to the school and world in general. Recent—additions to a vast institution of learning. Uninjured by time—which we were yet to serve, crushed between four brick walls. In good condition—to attack the monstrous savages who lurked in every classroom. Not forgotten—because no one, as yet, had noticed that we were there. Not wearied—as any of the teachers will testify. Lively—at the wrong time and in the wrong places. Inexperienced—for didn’t we think that the Faculty took orders from the Seniors? Forward—to a degree which necessitated our being thrust, at frequent intervals, into obscure places. Intoxicated—with the joy of being alive and being —Freshmen! All of which we outgrew within the course of a year, and we made our next bow to the world as sadder and wiser Sophomores! My dear reader, I perceived no glory in the station of Sophomore, except that we were looked up to by the Freshmen. Having been pushed up to the third rung of the ladder, we are now eagerly awaiting the moment when we shall take the great, final step and become Seniors! I will add, for the benefit of interested by-standers that the aforesaid phenomenon will occur in the eastern part of the city, the early part of next September. 45 —MARIAN DEAN, ’29 Aik) way. Robert— Amann, Margaret— Anderson, Frederica— Anderson, Harriett— Baxter. Donald—Becker, Francis— Benedict, George— Bowen. Harriett. Boyce. Benton— Britton, Carlton— Brown. Gladys— Bruce. Robert— Burke, James— Carey, Florence— Christine, Robert— Clauson. Bernice. Cooper. Robert— Crane. Virginia— Crotty. Virginia— Dean. Marian— De Coursey. Ethel— De Maison, Dorinda— Garber, Clara— Gilbert. Raymond. Gillespie. irgmia— Guelcher. Walter— Haschalk, Franees— Hicks. Frederick— Hoffman. Gertrude— Kane. Eleanor— Kelley. Marie— Kennedy. John Kendall. Richard— Kieklak. Andrew— Kochis, Velma— Laird. Robert— Lee. Ethel— Liley, Catherine— Lindgren. Ruth— Lynch, Marie. 46 Koenig, Thomas— Lyons, Anna— Majewski, Stella— Martin, Christine— Mattison, Horace— Mayer, Camilla— McCarthy, Winifred— McKiege, Paul. McQuillian, Walter—Merski, Anthony—Mifkovikz, John—Miller, William—Morrison, Catherine— Mosciaro, John— Moser, Roy— Peterson, Vega. Quigley, Flavia— Rastatter, Edward— Rastatter, Marian— Reynolds, Douglas— Reynolds, Elizabeth— Rittenhouse, Paul— Schemech, Melverta— Scott, Dorothy. Sedelmeyer, Charles— Smith, Kenneth— Smith, Marian— Smith, Paul— Smith, Virginia— Sorensen, Eyner— Stevens, Lucille— Stoddard, Laura. Syczawanski, Stanley— Todd, James— Troyan, Josephine— Uglow, Mary— Waltman, Evelyn— Watts, Coral— Webster, Lucille— Yesko, James. 47 Behold! THE SOPHS AND FROSH “ARE COMING ON” WM05 TUCRR? R. Alloway 49 50 Top Row Sherbondy, Robert— Eger, William— Sherbondy, George— Murray, Donald— Wilson, Howard— DeTuerk, John— Heller, Abe— Kelsey, Ellis. Second Row Nowak, Theresa— Rutemiller, Myrtle— Langdon, Sadie— Williams, Phyllis— Speck, Violet— Brown, Fay— Kraemer, Katherine. First Row Stazer, Gertrude— Converse, Thelma— Burns, Ethel— Arnold, Dorothy— Anderson, Hulda— Raymond, Armena— Settino, Theresa— Snyder, Esther. Top Row Major, John— Jones, Floyd— Kelley, Arthur— Flynn, James— Lind, John Daly, Damian Second Row Kreider, William— Jablonski, Roman— Fisher, Mary Ellen— Berkheimer, Helen— King, Dorothy— Burdell, John— Jones, Vincent— Henry, John. Third Row Bernard, Verne— Peterson, Lillie— Werzel, Laura—Rohrbacher, Vivian— Helgesen, Bergliot— Zielinsky, Eleanore— McCollum, Betty. Fourth Row Winklemas, Elizabeth— Riethmiller, Sara Grace— Spiece, Lenore— Hoydic, Emily— Stunder, Catherine— Boltz, Helena— Sleboda, Catherine. Front Row Puzarowski, Helene— Jurkovich, Pauline— Simpson, Margaret— Jaeoboski, Marie— Scott, Thora— Knoll, Hariett— Stanley, Florence— Cranch, Doris— Clausson, Ruth. Front Row O’Neil, Marguerite— Daly, Rose— Tave, Jennie— Little, Catherine— Bowen, Lucille Gerhart, Eleanor— Holmberg, Svea— Wollett, Elizabeth. Second Row Shaw, George— Theuret, Ray— Carter, Robert— Lind, Eleanore— Wasiewicz, Florence— Heck, Margaret— Watkins, Elmer— Major, Gaza. Third Row Piotrowski, Andrew— Weiblen, Foster— Songer, Adrian— Shick, La Rue— Michel, Earl— Steele, Fred— McCarthy, James— McCurdy, Frederick. Top Row Palmquist, Oscar— Van Amberg, Frederick— Trostmiller, Howard— Cook, George—-Linse, Francis— Wells, Irvin— Weber, George— Linsey, Francis— Sipple, Norman. Class of 1930 We are indeed on our way to fame! Another successful year has passed and we have succeeded in obtaining some notice from the upper classmen. Of course we have yet to reach the goal of being Seniors, but we will let Time tread its course. The Sophomore class has sponsored several social functions which were well attended and the results were gratifying. Furthermore the class of which I am speaking has participated in every enterprise offered at East;—football, basketball, baseball, track and music. Of course our efforts have been appreciated and in the future we hope to do bigger and better things for the school for—ahem! who can deny the fact that we are the model class! —CATHERINE STUNDER, 10A MY DOCTOR Should I get a splinter in my hand, Right off quick I hunt up Dad. He’s the bestest on them splinter jobs A boy ’bout ten most ever had: Sayin’, “Now you brace up there, hold tight, old Jasper,” To me, cause I’m squirmin’ nigh to beat the band, As Daddy layin’ ’side his paper, ’Zamines splinter in my hand. “Mm-m—that’s a pretty dirty flipper,” (Kind-a talking to himself), “Would almost bet a doughnut hole” (Still chucklin’ to himself), “That the left’s a trifle dirtier. How’ bout it there, ole scout? Let’s see.” Droppin’ quick the lid of his right eye Sorta winkin’ at me. “Think before we try to operate We’ll use the aqua bath.” Used ta ask him what he meant by that, But he’d only shake with laugh. Seems my Dad he’s always laughin’ C’n even whistle like Bob White, When a splinter, just the biggest one’s Under thumbnail awful tight. N’that I guess is the reason why I run i-ight quick to Dad, Why, he’s the bestest on them splinter jobs A boy ’bout ten e’er had. Cause he laughs ’n jokes, an’ whistles, Makes me ’shamed to cry an’ sob; Why, I grit my teeth’n hold my breath ’N squirm to beat the band, While he’s workin’ at the splinter That’s hurtin’ my hand. —GEORGE S. JACOBY 52 LLLL r Renz 53 54 9-A Back Row—(left to right) Adleff, Karl— MacRoberts, Glenn— Baier, Charles— Byrd, David— Kearns, William— Anderson, Paul. Second Row Patterson, Howard— Bradley, Kenneth— Rice, Dean— Lee, John— Miller, Howard Uglow, Gerald— Eckert, Clarence— Pauli, Edwin. Third Row Cuthbert, Richard— Burns, Edward— Wells, John— Milliken, John— Ropelewski, Joseph— Tucker, Robert— Cantor, Charles— Lanagan, Thomas. Front Row Wood, Jack— Krajewski, Thomas— Dunfee, Raymond— Maciejczyk, John— Milliken, William— Wheeler, Frank— Czarnecki, Reynold— Nawrocki, Joseph. 9-A Front Row Flaugh, Ida— Macaulay, Dorothy— De Tuerk, Barbara— Bower, Geraldine— Allen, Ruth— Ford, Iola— Philip, Christina— Fisher, Margaret. Second Row Ilerbstritt, Clarice— Kernick, Ruth— Doyle, Marion— Nowak, Genevieve— Dean, Harriett— Smith, Elma— Kohout, Virginia— Cooper, Margaret— Langdon, Marion. Third Row Heugel, Edne Mae— Mohoney, Helen— Divens, Dorothy— Andrews, Elizabeth— Essigmann, Elizabeth— Schneider, Dolores— Roback, Eva— Doerrler, Virginia. Top Row Massey, Mary Wilma— Alloway, Naomi— Cantlon, Dorothy— DeFraeo, Pasquale— Andrews, Billy— Arrowsmith, Noden— Kane, Agnes— Gross, Evelyn— Cotter, Jeanette. 9-A—9-B First Row Letchner, Edith— Eichelsdorfer, Francis— Heprich, Frieda— Weber, Ruth Machuga, Juliana— Lord, Margaret— Herbstritt, Clarice— Ford, Iola. Middle Row Totman, Thelma— Federoff, Gertrude— Vollmer, Myrtle— Daley, Mary Jane— Burdick, Marion— Scott, Marion—Kuzmin, Katherine— Macuk, Elizabeth. Third Row Kernick, Ruth— Doyle, Marion— Nowak, Genevieve— Elliott, Mary— Mayhew, Anna Burke, Clara— Mohney, Helen— Huegel, Edna Mae. Fourth Row Helgesen, Ingrid— Linder, Dorothy— McCarthy, Margaret— Daniels, Katie— Koston, Jane— Divens, Dorothy— Essigmann, Elizabeth— Langdon, Marion. Fifth Row Yaple, Robert— Detzel, Arthur— Cleaver, Charles—Davis, Clyde— Loader, Wilford Ferrier, William— Reidel, Samuel— Herzog, Jos.—McGinty, Earl. Sixth Row Mozdy, Stanley— Howell, Linsey— Arrowsmith, Noden— Pruzinski, Paul— Eppler, Donald— McAdoo, Claud— Edmunds, Janies— Konieczko, Anthony. 55 Class of 1931 Three years ago, in September 1925, this class entered Junior High at East. In fear and trembling, although proud to be a part of a great school such as our beloved East High, we began a long period of hard work. Unnoticed, we worshiped the Senior class from afar. Always rejoicing in a mere nod or smile from a student of the Senior High, we passed two uneventful years. They were uneventful except that we feel we have done our part in upholding the scholastic standard of East and supporting all her activities. Then came the long-looked-for day when we became Freshmen. For weeks we walked on air with our heads in the clouds, but soon, oh day of disillusionment! We found ourselves almost ignored. So another year has passed and still we worship at the Seniors feet. But, in a few months we shall become Sophomores. Perhaps then we shall be discovered by the upperclassmen. We have high hopes for what we wish to do in the future. We shall, to the best of our ability, keep on in our loyal support of athletics, the musical organizations, debating and dramatics. We shall continue our patronage of both games and plays. Soon we shall be having our own dances and banquets, then our Senior Class Play, and last but not least, our own Commencement exercises. In an all-too-short three years our high-school days will be over. 56 —BETTY BRIGHT, 9A 57 MACHINE SHOP Our machine shop offers a splendid opportunity for any boy wishing to major in this type of work. The department is very well equipped with the necessary tools, some being made by the boys for practice. A certificate is given at the end of a two-year course if the student has averaged 85 per cent in shop work and 75 per cent in related subjects. Parallel to the practical work, is an academic course which is one half of the prescribed course. This eliminates to a fair extent the onesidedness of mere practical experince. Top Row Beskid, Joseph— Kosobucki, Joseph— Szymanowski, Charles— Hoeseh, Leopold— Craig, Robert— Pruzinski, Joseph— Cermak, Frank— Dojnokowski, Bernard. Second Row Sczymanski, Ernest— Macurkiewicz, Stanley— Jurkovic, Joseph— Wroczynski, Frank— Heberle, Harry— Winiarczyk. Casimir— Wojnarowski, John— Miller, Elmer— Harry L. Cotter, Instructor. Third Row Mikula, Mike— Wojcieehowski, Alois— Blasczyk, John— Krepcho, Valentine— Evens, Peter— Merski, Frank— Jarzomski, Stanley— Gido, James. 59 o o Top Row Tivak, Joseph— Bokal, John— Struchen, Kenneth— Waskewicz, Alphonse— Winkler, Chester— Essigmann, Adolph— Regan, Michael— Weber, Charles— Menoski, William. Second Row Graczyk, Thomas— Tanner. Grant— Spiegel, Joseph— Uhrmacher, Stephen— McCallion, Charles— Buger, Arthur— Gallant, Zygle— Dombrowski, Joseph— Sawicki, Lavis. Third Row Thomas, Charles E.— Asztembarski, John— Niland, Vincent— Shilliflf, Calley— Vogel, Robert— Dolleschal, Herman— Andrusking, Raymond— Shemela, John— Zbrezny, Joseph. Fourth Row Macivkiewicz, Frank— Dunst, Anthony— La Mave, Grant— Czyz, Walter— Herbo, John— Majchrowski, Marion. AUTO SHOP The course in which students learn the auto repairing trade is taught in East High School by Mr. Thomas. The object of this course is to show the students whether they are capable of learning that trade as a life work. Almost every type of automobile is definitely' explained and overhauled before the students so that they may at least realize the vastness of the field of work they have chosen. The engines are compared so as to show the difference in their construction. Then machines are brought in for the boys to repair under the guidance of Mr. Thomas. Besides some practical work in reparing automobiles, the course also includes English, Science and Mathematics. This course occupies two years. THE GENERAL SHOP The purpose of the General Shop is to give the students of the seventh and eighth grades the opportunity of experimenting with a number of the modern shop trades. The shops of the school have been equipped with machinery of almost every type. Mr. Anthony, Mr. W. O. Anderson, Mr. W. C. Jordan and Mr. Rainsforc! are the instructors of the General Shop. It is here that the pupils discover their fitness for any particular work, so that they may make a wise choice for a life vocation. TAILORING Mr. Fritts is the instructor in tailoring. The course is very thorough, beginning with the simplest rudiments of the trade and working up to the most difficult part, that of making a suit of clothes. Some of the students make suits for themselves, thus making the course practical as well as educational. A diploma is given at the end of a satisfactory two-year course, enabling the student to obtain a good position more readily. DRAFTING GROUP Top Row, left to right: Raymond Robaskiewicz, Frank Skibinski, John Dwan, Leo Janeski, Edward Hartline, John Kieklak, Frank Pikiewicz. Second Row, left to right: Frank Adamczyk, Alfred Janeski, John Yusz, William Jant, Henry Cappelletty, John De Vries, Joseph Borowski. The attention of many students has been given to drafting. The course is very interesting and worthwhile for those who wish to make drafting their life’s work. The boys are given a thorough and clear understanding of the practical part of the work which will do much in helping them secure positions in this line. Modern apparatus and instruments have been purchased for use in the classes. This is a two-year course and Mr. Jeffery is the instructor. PLUMBING The second class of plumbing in the history of East High School will graduate this year. When a student has completed this course he will have a firm understanding of the technique and practical work of the vocation. Mr. Rainsford has a shop equipped with all modern tools, which makes it easier to explain the work to the students. The boys have been given experience in setting up and repairing plumbing apparatus and attachments and this will be of great value to them when thev obtain a position. 62 ACWbbCIGS Athletic Fore ward Again, the name of “Erie East” has been spread far and wide by its representatives in various lines of athletics. We may be justly proud of our school. Our football team established an enviable record in defeating much of the strong opposition met. We are now planning a heavier team next fall, which, with many lettermen back, will capture city honors. With practically every letterman gone, our basketball team started out to perform great tasks under the tutelage of the one and only Gus Anderson. Our team finished second in the City and League honors. Nevertheless, we defeated the team which won the Northwestern title, Sharon. East has led in Water Polo, Girl’s Swimming and Baseball and performed very well in track. As we go to press, the track and baseball teams are being organized. Good Luck! We are confident of your bringing honor to East. 63 Walter A. Anderson Faculty Athletic Advisor Gus Anderson Head Athletic Coach Jack Blaekmore Student Football Mgr. Jack Komora Swimming, Baseball Basketball and Assistant Coach Walter Wilson Student Basketball Mgr. 64 r 91 65 Howard Mattison Basketball Captain Mike Komora Football Captain Ci OS FOOTBALL SQUAD Football History Indeed! That plucky little team of 1927 must be recalled with a thought of admiration and praise. Starting with a very light team, they accomplished marvelous feats! The first football of the season was seen on De Tuerk’s farm at Harborcreek, where East conducted a football camp, in preparation for the coming season. Here all were brought into fine condition and learned much of the technique of the game. EAST 19 BRADFORD 0 On Sept. 24, our season opened at Bradford, where great opposition was expected. Two clever passes from Rose to Gabe and Arrowsmith constituted the scoring. This was a hard-fought contest, but it marked a fine opening of the season. EAST 20 ASHTABULA HARBOR 0 Oct. 1, was the date set for the Ashtabula Harbor game at the Athletic Field. A bitter struggle was anticipated because of the Harbor’s rating; nevertheless, with such spectacles as Rose’s 70 yd. run for touchdown, East had little trouble in offering thrills for its backers. EAST 13 NIAGARA FALLS 6 This game in the Stadium was one of the most sensational of the year. Near the opening of the game Trambley scored a touchdown. Later, Niagara scored, making the count 0-6. With fifteen seconds to play, Arrowsmith completed a long pass over the goal line, thus bringing a 13-6 decision. EAST 0 W’ARREN 13 On Oct. 15, we encountered a bitter struggle with Warren, on their grounds. Our team was very much out of form, and although they offered great l'esistance, the game ended at 13-0. EAST 45 BUFFALO TECH 0 Then came a shifting of the lineup, which evidently improved its playing qualities, as displayed against the heralded Technical High of Buffalo. The game was one-sided and showed the brilliancy of our offense. Rose and Trambley made repeated long runaways. EAST 13 CENTRAL 0 At last the day arrived for comparison of Erie schools. On Oct. 29, we met Coach Hyde’s proteges. In the third quarter, just as it looked darkest for East, and Central was in the very shadow of the goal-posts, Trambley snatched a fumbled ball, and with the marvelous interference of De Tuerk, ran 99 yards for a touchdown. Again—victors over our downtown neighbors! EAST 12 CLEVELAND EAST 6 East High, champions of Cleveland, met Erie East on Nov. 5. Not until the third quarter did Rose score. Later a pass from Rose to Ghise down the side line accounted for another. In the final minutes the Fifth City Eastsiders scored one touchdown. EAST 0 NEW’ CASTLE 46 On Nov. 12 our diminutive warriors journeyed to New Castle to do battle with the greatest and largest team ever produced in that city. East entered the game greatly outweighed and found the going very tough. East may be commended for booking such bitter opposition a week before a city series game. Again we were visited by ill luck when Rose became disabled for the Academy game. EAST 6 ACADEMY 18 This struggle found our light team unable to withstand the attack of our “giant lion” neighbors. The fact that the first half ended 0-0 made it evident that we were Academy’s equals in all but weight. Gazing back over the past season, we see that we have won six games and lost three. Cannot we call this success, considering the tvpe of opposition, defeating the strong Niagaia team. East High champions of Cleveland, Central, and overwhelming Buffalo Tech, Bradford and the strong Ashtabula Harbor team? Let us look toward the winning of City Championship next fall under the leadership of captain-elect Bud Meyer! 67 Varsity Basketball Climaxing a brilliant campaign on the hardwood, East High finished runnersup for both city scholastic honors and Section B of the N. W. P. I. A. A. league. Central copped both of these championships. Although it was the first time in four years that the Scarlet and Gray did not vie for honors at Grove City, the season may be considered satisfactory when the team’s record is summed up—East having won 13 games out of 17. Starting the season with only three lettermen as a nucleus, Coach Gus Anderson endeavored to weld together another one of those famous smooth-working, well-oiled machines. For a time it appeared as though his efforts were not to be in vain, when the city championship was only one stride further, but Fate was against him. In the initial encounter of the season, Cleveland East came down here and trounced our boys in a decisive manner. Undaunted, the boys worked harder and soon the local papers were commenting on the improvement of the Sunrise outfit. After the Cleveland game, the all star alumni five was defeated 40-31 and the DeMolay was swamped under a 52-27 count. Central then came through and handed us our second defeat to the tune of 33-27. This defeat seemed to instill a new spirit into the team and they romped through the next six games in a determined manner, turning back Academy, Oil City, Warren, Elyria twice, and last but not least, Central. The revenge that East had planned for Central was very sweet when the boys walked off the floor a 29-24 winner. With an eight point lead and about three minutes of play left, two regulars were forced to the sidelines via the four personal foul route. But the team kept fighting, cut off Central’s short rally and the game was won. The loss of our sturdy captain, Howie Mattison, through mid-year graduation dealt a weakening blow to the team. Academy doomed our hopes of the city championship by a 25-19 lacing. The remainder of the season was spent in winning five out of the last six encounters, including our close win over Sharon High at that city. Captain Howie Mattison was the most outstanding individual of the aggregation, with Leingang giving him a close run for honors. Trostmiller, the scoring ace of the team, was another clever boy. A great deal of credit is also due Ending, Daly, Komora, Meyer and Arrowsmith. These boys were always fighting hard and ever ready to pull a game out of the fire. Of these eight players, Mattison. Leingang, Emling and Komora, graduate, while Arrowsmith and Meyer will be back for a half year. Trostmiller and Daly have two years before them The team’s record for the year: East Opponents East Opponents 24 Cleveland East 29 17 Sharon 15 40 Alumni 31 23 Sharpsville 18 52 DeMolay 27 32 North East 22 27 Central 33 East 6 Faculty 1 36 Academy 34 East 10 Titusville 6 40 Elyria 25 East 12 Kanty College 3 50 Warren 28 East 10 Warren 0 37 Oil City 18 East 7 Oil City 5 20 Central 24 East 8 P. N. A. C. 5 19 Academy 25 East 0 Oil City 6 33 Oil City 21 East 4 Kanty College 5 42 Warren 25 East 13 Central 0 24 Cleveland East 29 East 9 East 8 Wesleyville 2 Central 5 69 Varsity Baseball Last spring;, baseball was again put on East’s athletic calendar after a lay-off of several years. The season was opened by an interesting battle with the East Faculty. Gus Anderson and Jack Komora, baseball coaches, and “Darby” Mannix of the Erie Sailors, were outstanding in the faculty lineup, while the whole varsity played well. Next Captain Hart and his team-mates journeyed to Titusville and continued their good playing, winning the game 10-6. Mozdy and Rose led the batters with three hits apiece. Kanty offered little opposition in the next game which was played on the home lot. The final score was 12-3. Captain “Pootch” Hart got the longest drive of the day, a triple to right. The heavy slugging was continued when Warren was defeated 10 to 0 at Warren. Frankie Mozdy fanned 17 men and allowed but one hit, a single. Oil City put up a stiff battle, but 5 runs in the eighth won the next game for East. The final score was 7 to 5. Polish National Alliance College was the next victim of the East sluggers. “Dutch” Leingang carried off batting honors for the day with three hits, a home run and two singles. After a journey to Oil City in the old school bus, East lost a return game with Oil City High. Oil City played good ball, but the long ride and the queer playing field had a bad effect on the East team and they gave a ragged exhibition. The work of Roman and Popinciu, East catcher and third baseman respectively, was outstanding. In the return game at Kanty, East was forced to accept some very raw decisions and lost the game 5 to 4. “Kenny” Vaughn pitched good ball and deserved to win the game, but the Kanty umpire evidently thought otherwise. “Merkle” (Canavino’s) Central team was an easy victim in the next game. East walked away with a 13 to 0 decision. Rose knocked a home run to center with one man on, in the second inning. The highly touted Wesleyville nine was set down without a hit in the next game. Frankie Mozdy was in rare form and had all the Wesleyville batters eating out of his hand. Final score—9 to 2. Central was again defeated in a return game but put up a much better fight than in the first game. In the first half of the ninth, Central tied the score at 5-5, but the first two men up for East in the last half got on, then “Howie” Rose broke up the game with a homer to left. Of last year’s team, six men are left for this year. They are: Leingang, Miller, Roman, Komora, Rose and Trostmiller. 71 TRACK Last year, interest in track was not stirred to the highest degree,because of the baseball team which aroused keen interest from all. Nevertheless, East did very well considering the time given to it. The triangular meet offered its thrills to all onlookers, the end of the last event finding East in second place. Academy won this meet with Central a low third. East was also very well represented in the sectional meet which took place in the Stadium. The close of this day found De Tuerk and Cyril Sullivan eligible for competition at Bucknell University State meet. However, only DeTuerk was sent from East. Our expectations are high for this year’s team, although lacking in experience. WATER POLO Behold our worthy champions! This year our water-polo team has accomplished great things for East, winning the City Scholastic Championship from Academy and Central. J This is merely a starting of their accomplishments and means the capturing of the first entrenchment guarding the city trophy for Water Polo. Although Academy has two years to its credit we are looking forward to two years hence when we shall have the trophy in our permanent possession. ..... Following are the lettermen: Praetzel, H. Ring, Weber, Reynolds, Sorenson, Wilson, Nelson, Dombrowik, McCarthy, Tirak, Mgr. Next year under captain-elect Praetzel, we hope again to bring honor to our Alma Mater! 72 THE GOLF TEAM Golf is a comparatively new scholastic sport, and East has already taken the lead. Under the leadership of Norm Gaylord, the team defeated Central in a very interesting dual match. Later in the season they won the city championship, in which the three high schools took part. In this three-way match, the team won four out of the first five places, the five men being all that entered from East. Two of our lettermen, Norm Gaylord and Francis Mattson are still with us and with their aid we hope to take the cup again. Norman is also club champion of the Lawrence Park Club. 73 —FRANCIS MATTSON James De Tuerk Among our outstanding lads of the cinder path is Jimmie De Tuerk. His performances in the past two years have been worthy of loud acclaim. In his second year on the track, he qualified in the half-mile, to compete at Bucknell. There he won 5th place among representatives from all over the state. Good luck, Jim, may you again see Bucknell! 74 Robert Craig All hail, our Wrestling Champion! Believe it or not, in our midst is a lad eligible for the National Olympic tryout finals. Bobby, although only a high school boy, has accomplished mighty feats in the line of wrestling. On March 13, 1928 at the Interscholastic Wrestling Championship held at Academy, Craig won the titles in the 118 lb., 126 lb. and 134 lb. classes. In the finals, Bobby weighed in at 117 pounds, while his opponent, a representative of Academy, weighed 140 pounds. In spite of the weight handicap, Bobby pinned his opponent’s shoulders to the mat in six minutes. This lad also holds the honor of being the 118 pound champion of A. U. U. Allegheny Mt. District. On March 10, 1928 he became runnerup in the 123 pound class in the Olympic tryouts, Allegheny Mountain District. He has won the privilege of participating in the finals of the National Olympic tryouts to be held at Grand Rapids, Mich., on July 4, 5, 6, 1928. 75 FOOTBALL LETTERMEN 76 Wearers of the “E FOOTBALL Mike Komora Jack Blackmore Harold Arrow-smith Delmont Caryl Damion Daly Jerome Ending James DeTuerk Nick Ghise George Leingang Jerome Ending Howard Mattison Gabe Mariella Harold Meyer Chet Miller Wm. Praetzel BASKETBALL Howard Mattison Walter Wilson Damian Daly Howard Trostmiller Mike Komora Wm. Praetzel Harvey Ring Ralph Weber WATER POLO George Tirak Douglas Reynolds Eyner Sorenson Howard Wilson TRACK Janies DeTuerk Jay Smith Cyril Sullivan Mike Komora BASEBALL Francis Hart Kenneth Sterrett George Leingang Howard Trostmiller Roman Jablonski Chester Miller Cyril Sullivan Mike Komora GIRLS’ SWIMMING Ethel Lee Adna Orloff Mary Steele Lillian King Phyllis Williams Mildred Staley Capt. Mgr. Howard Rose Roman Jablonski Glen Spicer John Stano Valery Trambley James Yesko Capt. Mgr. Harold Arrowsmith Harold Meyer Mgr. Joeffrey Nelson Frank Dombrowik Neil McCarthy Capt. Mgr. Harold Shea Capt. Mgr. Frank Mozdy Howard Gresham Kenneth Vaughn Capt. Mgr. Mae Martin Theresa Reskowski 77 INTER-COLLEGIATE BASKETBALL SQUAD Due to the fine work of Coaches Gus Anderson and Jack Komora, an Intercollegiate Basketball league composed of boys from the seventh and eighth grades was organized for the first time in the history of the school. The league was a huge success. Penn State, the winner of the league, was forced to the limit, and won out only after a playoff with Notre Dame, the runnerup team. After defeating the latter five, Penn State added further laurels when it defeated the Drafting team, winner of the Shop circuit. In this game, Penn State emerged triumphant 15-14, only after the hardest struggle of the year. Penn State’s record is as follows: Penn State Opponents 43 Notre Dame 38 34 Navy 6 2 Yale (forfeit) 0 26 Southern California 5 7 Colgate 8 25 New York U. 12 34 Princeton 2 38 Harvard 12 26 Bucknell 12 27 Notre Dame 8 15 Drafting 14 78 Total 277 Total 107 JUNIOR BASKETBALL TEAM Despite the fact that he had only two lettermen left from his championship aggregation of the 1927-28 season. Coach Jack Komora welded together another winning five that made a strong bid for the Junior League Championship. Komora placed a smooth working combination on the floor, and the team accepted defeat only after giving a good account of itself and forcing the opponents to their utmost. In Pruzinski, Komora had one of the cleverest uppercourt men of the league. Johnny Lee, who paired with the former was an ideal running mate. Eppler, at center, could usually be counted on to gain the top and start the team on the offense. Captain De Coursey and Smith were a great defensive combination. Coach Komora had capable substitutes in McCarthy, N. Arrowsmith, and R. Arrowsmith. 79 Junior High Baseball Coach Jack Komora’s Junior baseball team for the 1927 season was too much for the other teams in the league, and the result was that they went through the season without defeat, six straight victories being compiled during the short period of play. The nine was well balanced, being strong in about every department of the game. Connelly and Mozdy formed a battery that was well nigh unbeatable, while the hitting of the latter along with his other mates proved an important reason why they cinched the league. Komora has only a few of these men available for the 1928 season so he will be hard put to place another championship nine on the field again. You have our best wishes, Jack. SCORES Gridley 1 ...................................... East 16 Lincoln 1 East 5 Roosevelt 4 .........................................East 16 Gridley 4 East 21 Lincoln 2 ....................................... East 6 Roosevelt 2 East 9 81 GIRLS’ SWIMMING TEAM 82 Girls' Swimming Team Athletic honors at East are by no means restricted to boys, for our mermaids have established an enviable record in city scholastic meets. The winning of the city swimming championship is becoming a habit for the girls of East High, this year adding the fourth consecutive annual title to their crown. In the city championship meet, our mermaids exhibited great skill, breaking two previous local records. Miss Ethel Lee, who has brought great honor to East, established a new record in the 50 yard dash, while Kathryn Machuga established a new record in the breaststroke. Later a dual meet was held with Central. Here, East again was more than equal to the occasion, defeating the downtown school,34-14. This splendid aggregation, led by Miss Lee, deserves great commendation, and great things are expected from them next year. Williams, Phyllis— Arloff, Adna— Steele, Mary Martin, Mae, Manager— Miss Pille. Coach— Lee, Ethel— Staley, Mildred— Reskowski. Theresa— King. Lillian 83 SHOP LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM Another basketball circuit that made its initial appearance this season, was the Shop League, made up of boys from the various trade courses and under the supervision of Coaches Anderson and Kornora. Although the winning team of the new league, the drafting class, was a bit hard pressed for competition, the games as a whole were well played and keenly fought. To the victors, the drafting class, goes due credit for their splendid showing in the league. They compiled an excellent record, winning the major portion of the contests. Their defeat at the hands of the Penn State aggregation, champs of tile Intercollegiate league, was a blow to them. The Drafting Class League record follows: Draftsmen Oponents 11 Auto Mechanics I 8 27 Plumbing 10 12 Machinists II 7 33 Tailoring I 3 15 Tailoring II 12 24 Machinists I 9 23 Auto Mechanics II 7 24 Industrial 14 14 Penn State 15 Total 85 84 Total 183 85 Peg O’ My Heart, a play of touching pathos and sparkling laughter just touched with tears, was given by the February graduates. Peg, a little Irish girl, was torn from her father in America, to be educated by a wealthy English aunt. Being a fun-loving normal child, she was a sad misfit in the austere, joyless household. There was no bond of understanding to cheer the poor little waif surrounded by shocked, sophisticated relatives. She was merely tolerated because a deceased uncle had provided a tidy little sum of money for the person who undertook her education. This money was sadly needed by Peg’s aunt due to the failure of her bank. So the extreme hardship of keeping Petr was tolerated. The curtain closes on the happy scene of Peg’s forthcoming marriage to Jerrv and the family finances once more on a firm footing. as. charmingly portrayed by Dora Lillard, Jerry by James Morrison Ethel by Mane Gibb The difficult role of Mrs. Chichester was admirably interpreted by Catherine O Keefe, the part of Alaric being hilariously interpreted by Llewellvn Howe- Harry Madsen took the part of a typical English butler, and Alice Klund that ol the maid. 86 The debating team this year has engaged in three dual debates, and a single debate will be held later. In our debate with Niagara Falls High School, the affirmative teams were both victorious by a 3-0 decision. The second, with alien High School, was a 4-2 victory for East, the East negative winning a 3-0 judges’ decision, and the Warren negative gaining a 2-1 victory. Unfortunately we lost the debate with Central for the City Championship, 4-2. Central won a 2-1 decision with both the affirmative and negative. Although five of our men are lost by graduation, we hope with the promising new material we have, to carry off the city championship next year. Mr. Ray and Mr. Coon coached the team during the first semester, but in the second semester the job was turned over to Mr. Riblet, when debating was made a regular five-credit subject. 87 M” Club “If you are lonely and feeling blue, Join the “M” Club, it’s a stive cure for you A membership campaign was launched in early September. The “M” Club of this year is the most active and the largest organization in the club history. A Hallowe’en and Valentine dance have received worthy comment. At the Mother and Daughter banquet, May 17, the senior girls of the club will be given diplomas and will be graduated into the Business Department of the Y. W. C. A. Sickness among the crippled children forced us to postpone the St. Patrick’s party to be given in their honor. The Hi-Y and Girl Reserves are planning joint business and social meetings. Two delegates from our East “M” Club represented the club at the Summer Conference. They brought back several excellent plans for the welfare of our organization. Five girls and two advisers were sent as representatives to the Mid-Year Conference. Service work was another feature of our program. The theme of our club is, “Gift Bringers Are We All.” The advisers are Miss Postance, Miss Vance, Miss Josselyn, and Miss Quinn. The officers who served this year are: Estelle Klick ............................ President Sue Palmer............................Vice President Gladys Brown...............................Secretary Helen McLaughlin...........................Treasurer Through the efforts and co-operation of the advisers, officers and members it has been one of the most worthwhile activities of the school. 89 ESTELLE KLICK ORCHESTRA The Orchestra Top Row Chileli, Edward— Schau, George— Riley, Robert— Harman, Robert— Watkins, Elmer— Stone, Clifford— Burns, Edward— Swiderski, Joe— Drezewski, Leo— Morgan, Edwin— Riley, Jack— Kearns, James— Corritore, Paul. Second Row Simmons, Thomas— Burdell, John— Anderson, Raymond— Swanson, Leonard— Baier, Charles— Gilbert, Raymond— Lind, John— Stout, Emerson— Forsberg, Herbert— Kaechele, George— Benedict, George— Burdick, Leland— Lansing, J. Stanley. Front Row Johnson, Helen— Helgesen, Bergliot— Martin, Christina— Hoydic, Anna— Lee, Ethel— Smith, Elma— Werzel, Laura— Pauli Beatrice— Scharrer, Rose— Helgesen, Ingrid— Selig, Mary Frances. The orchestra, under the direction of Mr. J. Stanley Lansing, has done commendable work this year. It consists of thirty-two members who are capable of handling their instruments well. Classes have been formed for those desiring to play any instrument that the school has purchased. The numbers presented in several auditoriums were very much appreciated. The realization has come to the students, as a whole, that in order to be a school of high rating, the musical department as well as others must be above par and we have been gradually climbing the ladder of perseverance, hoping to attain success. o to GIRLS GLEE CLUB The Girls’ Glee Club Top Row Divens, Ceeile— Zimmer, Tholma— Hicks, Mary— Diesel, Florence— Kraemer, Katherine— Goodwin, Dorothy— Cross, Maxine— Mullette, Martha— James, Emily— Klund, Alice. Second Row Kellie Lucille— Spiece, Lenore— Williams, Maxine— Martin, Mae— Gillespie, Virginia— Scott, Marian— Morrison, Kathryn— Wolf, Marjorie— Lee, Ethel— Lansing, J. Stanley. Third Row Mayhew, Anna— Amann, Margaret— Steele, Mary— McCarthy, Winifred— Heck, Margaret— Miller, Agnes— Sonnenfeld, Josephine— Polka, Hedwig— Machuga, Juliana. Front Row Schell, Madelynne— Ziek, Margaret— Brown, Fay— Torrance, Grace— Britton, Charlton— Burdick, Marian— Hodges, Inez— Webster, Lucille— Little, Catherine. The Girls’ Glee Club of East High is composed of forty members. We practice a full period each day, and have sung several times in auditorium. At this writing, plans are under way for the appearance of the club in the Inter-Scholastic Contest, at Grove City, May 4, and for broadcasting sometime in the near future. This is only the second semester for the club, under the direction of Mr. Lansing. By next year we hope to have increased our number, and are sure we shall have a Girls’ Glee Club that East High can be proud to claim. 93 By FAY BROWN CD Philip Forsberg, Accompanist— Grant Williams— Joe Bingham— Kenneth Sterrett— Joe Kliner— Mr. Lansing, instructor. Second Row Fay Brown— Grace Torrance— Mae Martin— Alice Klund— Martha Mullett Lucille Webster. THE DOUBLE QUINTET The double quintet of East High under the direction of Mr. Lansing, has represented the school on many occasions. During the last semester, they sang at the Burns Oratorical Contest held at Central High School, at the Erie Branch of the State College and from radio station W. E. D. H. for which they received many comments both from the press and listeners. —LUCILLE WEBSTER 29 o Cn Top Row Nagorski, Francis— Kingston, Paul— Sedelmeyer, Charles— Forsberg, Philip— Fargo, Kenneth. Second Row Kleiner, Joseph— Williams, Grant— Mattison, Horace— Bingham, Joseph— Ulrich, Norman— Merski, Anthony— Lansing, J. Stanley. Front Row Forsberg, Carl— Wells, Irvin— Schick, La Rue— Ricart, Edward— Puscher, Gus— Campbell, Raymond. THE BOYS' GLEE CLUB This year the Boy’s Glee Club has been reorganized under Mr. Lansing’s direction. During the first week of the formation of the Girls’ and Boys’ Glee Clubs there seemed to be a contest as to which could have the largest club. The girls won. But the boys threaten to out-do them next year. So, girls, beware! 96 Senior Class Play Bernard Ingals.... Eunice Ingals..... Noel Derby........ Leo Day .......... Rhoda ..........., Julia Murdoch...... Mrs. Bradley...... Hugh Ingals....... Ronald Murdoch.. Lois Ingals....... Bradley Ingals.... Dagmar Carroll... Elliott Kimberley. Francis Nagorski ..Margaret Hough ...Glenn Spicer George Leingang ... Evelyn Yaple ...Margaret Leslie ...Hilda Stineford ...Ralph Weber ...Philip Forsberg ...Gertrude Krill ...Herman Weber ...Mary Cronin ...William Smith The Senior class play, “The Goose Hangs High” by Lewis Beach, was presented on the 23 and 24 of May. The play not only brought out the humorous side of life, but displayed a fine moral, which was its main purpose. It showed the great love of a mother for her children, and a sacrificing father, who is striving to uphold the old family name. Of course the thoughtless and carefree children, do not know of the struggle the parents are having to supply them with the money they so foolishly spend. The straightening out of all the trouble has shown the parents their children’s true nature and they are brought closer together. Margaret Hough and Francis Nagorski made the ideal mother and father who are the backbone of the play, while Hilda Stineford took the part of a typical grandmother who prentends disgust with the younger generation, but who in the end rallies to their aid. 97 GO TO COLLEGE CLUB Here we are! Who? The Girls’ Go-To-College Club, of course. Although you have often heard of us in auditorium, perhaps this is your first opportunity to become acquainted with us. The fourth year of the Girls’ Go-To-College Club began with a rally of thirty girls, among whom were several charter members. Some of these were lost when East’s first mid-year class was graduated. The outstanding event of the year was the annual party sponsored by the College Women’s Club. The East High girls acted as hostesses at the Y. W. C. A. on January 17, to some hundred guests from the Go-To-College Clubs of Academy and Central. The dinner and the party which followed proved to be very successful. East surprised the audience by presenting an original radio program. At one of our meetings. Miss Crowell gave an interesting talk on her tour through France, illustrating it by pictures and post-cards. And to whom does the club owe its success? To our advisers, Miss Booth ond Miss Crowell. The officers for the year were as follows: President................. Mary Cronin Secretary..................... Gertrude Krill Vice President ............Estelle Klick Treasurer.........................Marie Gibb Each year the Erie County Fish and Game Protective Association holds a bird house contest, in which any boy or girl, between the ages of ten and seventeen may participate. Keen competition is seen in these contests. Many boys and girls go home with a prize and a happy heart, while others who have not won anything, go home with the idea of getting a prize the next year. This year the boys from East High won prizes as follows: Grand Prize: Wm. Simpson First Prize: James Edmonds First Prize: Fred Rogers First Prize: Wm. Simpson Second Prife: Age 14 Merle Wade Age 13 Age 14 Age 14 Age 14 Loving Cup Jack Knife Kodak 20 Room Martin House Feeder and Bird Bath 4 Room Wren House Field Glasses 20 Room Martin House Hunting Knife Single Room Swallow House James Edmonds received first prize, a flashlight, for the best entry by a member of the Junior Radio Club. Harry Rudd and Lyle Kendall received honorable mention for their houses. 99 —FREDERICK ROGERS 101 xoivaicoia Ghosts or Visions A ghost is defined as a phantom, a shadowy semblance or an apparition, haunting the living. A vision is an apparition, especially that which is seen otherwise than by natural sight. In a certain sense they are synonymous, but in a restricted sense one is the very antithesis of the other. Ordinarily, a ghost symbolizes a disembodied spirit, a shadow of what has been— a gruesome something which only a person filled with remorse can conjure up, while on the other hand, a vision symbolizes a beacon light which awakens in the soul of the beholder, ambition, courage, faith to accomplish something which should be for the betterment of humanity. Tradition and literature are replete with incidents in which the terms are interchangeable. In earlier days every district had its haunted house, and reliable people testified that they had seen visible forms on certain occasions. This was due to ignorance and superstition. Which of us, in our childhood, has not been awed into a state of terror by the relating of a ghost story? Which of us has not been thrilled after he has read what has been accomplished, in the fields of invention, science, philanthropy, industry, as the result of a vision. If we look back to the sixteenth century, we see that intrigue and crime were rampant and to a great extent might made right. Shakespeare, the greatest dramatist of all time, tried to instill a vision into the minds of his fellowmen, showing the direful results of crime. This is illustrated in his Richard III where he uses the agency of ghosts to portray the degraded condition of society. In this tragedy, Shakespeare narrates the dastardly deeds of the wicked king,—beginning with his accession to the throne and ending with his death in battle. He relates how the king’s sleep was disturbed on the night before the battle with Richmond. In slow procession the ghosts of all whom he had murdered, entered his tent, pronounced his doom of the morrow and uttered, “While in battle, think of me.” They then retraced their steps in like manner. Richard sees ghosts of his two little nephews—then the image of his former wife, Queen Anne, all of whom he had murdered. On they passed until at dawn, Richard found beads of perspiration standing on his body. Later, he was consoled by his comrades and urged to drop from his memory the slightest thought of his so-called illusions, but still they obstinately returned to his vision. Indeed, even in the battle itself, he thought of them as had been predicted. I say that this ghostly vision was most real of all things in the mind of Richard, as exemplified upon his awakening when he uttered: “By the apostle Paul, shadows tonight have struck more terror in the heart of Richard than the substance of ten thousand soldiers.” Ghosts!—greater in reality than the substance of ten thousand soldiers! Abou Ben Adhem(may his tribe increase!) Awoke one night from a deep dream of peace, And saw within the moonlight in the room, An angel writing in a book of gold. Exceeding peace had made Ben Ahem bold: And to tbe Presence in the room he said, 102 “What writest thou?” The vision raised Its head, And answered, “The names of those who love the Lord.” “And is mine one?” said Abou. “Nay, not so,” Replied the angel. Abou spoke more low, But eheerly still; and said, “I pray thee, then, Write me as one that loves his fellowmen.” The angel wrote, and vanished. The next night It came again, with a great wakening light. And showed the names whom love of God had blessed; And lo! Ben Adhem’s name led all the rest. Writers are influenced by the condition of society in which they live. Historians give an account of conditions from a political standpoint;—novelists from social conditions. In the last century, Charles Dickens, one of the greatest novelists of his day, may be truly said to be a man of vision. As a boy his life was one of poverty and privation, well acquainted with the direful conditions then existing in the charitable institutions of England. The vision he had, was to improve these poor people, and to endeavor, by his brain and pen, to arouse the people of his country to better the conditions. In his “Oliver Twist” after the villain, Sykes, had committed murder and fled from London into the country, Dickens says: “There was a shed in a field he passed, that offered shelter for the night. Before the door were three tall poplar trees, which made it very dark within; and the wind moaned through them with a dismal wail. He could not walk on, till daylight came again; and here he stretched himself close to the wall—to undergo new torture. For now a vision came before him, as constant and more terrible than that from which he escaped. Those widely staring eyes, so lusterless and so glassy, that he had better borne to see them than think upon them, appeared in the midst of the darkness; light in themselves, but giving light to nothing. There were but two, but they were everywhere. If he shut out the sight, there came the room with every well-known object—some, indeed, that he would have forgotten,if he had gone over its contents from memory—each in its accustomed place. The body was in its place, and its eyes were as he saw them when he stole away. He got up, reentered the shed, and shrank down once more. The eyes were there, before he had laid himself down.” Think you not that this ghost was a reality to Sykes, when he says that he had better borne to see those glassy eyes than to think of them. Just as the light of civilization was dawning in those eastern lands, we may see the pagan monarch sitting upon his heathen throne amid one of his feasts. We may suppose that even he was forced to recognize the reality of visions, for in the midst of the hilarity of the occasion, Belshazzar was horror-stricken as he visualized the form of a hand writing upon the wall. Upon translation, the writing was found to read, “Thou has been weighed in a balance and found wanting.” In later years Lord Byron, with this incident as a theme, also showed that he felt the truth and power of the account. The king was on his throne, The satraps thronged the hall, A thousand bright lamps shone O’er that high festival. In that same hour and hall, The fingers of a hand Came forth against the wall, And wrote as if on sand. The monarch saw and shook, And bade no more rejoice. All bloodless waxed his look. And tremulous his voice. As the ages have rolled on, and we now pride ourselves on our marvelous development of civilization, we see that ghosts and visions have played important parts in the lives of men. Ghosts may be pictured as mocking fiends of the dead past, perhaps pointing to deeds of omission and commission—visions—as mental aspirations of the future, inspiring us to greater accomplishments for our fellowmen. Someday as we reach the ebbing of the tide of life’s great sea, and look back over our few brief years, will our memories be shrouded with myriads of haunting ghosts or with the inspiring visions which have brought happiness to humanity. 103 JACK BLACKMORE, ’28. Deep Seas for Pearls If we could ride a magic carpet and stop at the South Sea Islands or at Japan, we should see numerous boats, and divers stripped to the waist, busily engaged in the industry of pearl fishing. In preparing for a deep descent, the diver sits for several minutes in characteristic attitude with hands hanging over knees, and repeatedly inflates his lungs to the fullest capacity, exhaling the air slowly through his mouth. After five or six minutes of “taking the wind,” the diver inhales a good breath, drops over the gunwale into the water to give him a start, and descends feet foremost. At a distance of twelve or fifteen feet below the surface, gracefully as an otter or a seal, he bends forward and turns head downward and, with limbs showing dimly in frog-like motion, he swims vertically the remaining distance to the bottom. There he assumes a horizontal position and swims slowly just above the ground, searching critically for suitable oysters, in this way traversing a distance of possibly fifty feet or more. When he has secured an oyster, or his breath is approaching exhaustion, he springs from the ground in an erect position and rapidly swims upward, the buoyancy of his body hastening his ascent so that he pops head and shoulders above the surface, and falls back with laboring pulse and panting breath. In case the dive has been unusually extended, a few drops of blood may trickle from the nose and mouth. His find—consisting frequently of nothing, and rarely of more than one oyster—is carried in a cocoanut fiber sack suspended from the neck, or is held in the left hand. Sharks and sting-rays and devil-fish there are in abundance, and many of them know the taste of diver’s flesh. All this trouble—all this danger has been endured for perhaps one pearl and that one, possibly not of the greatest value. It may be that we, too, go in search of pearls; pearls of learning, of wisdom, of cultural arts, of economic problems. We too, have to dive into a sea of knowledge and learning, and with great difficulty secure the pearl for which we are searching. Won Second Prize at the It am 's Oratorical Contest Nothing worth while can be accomplished or secured without a hard struggle or determined effort. One of the Greek orators, Demosthenes, won his fame by hard work and perseverance. He would practice elocution by the seashore to pitch his voice above the roar of the sea. He would also practice articulation by trying to enunciate clearly with his mouth full of pebbles. Through perseverance and hard work, he dove and found the pearl of oratory. Columbus started out on his momentous voyage of discovery surrounded by an ignorant and superstitious crew. What of him? Did he despair? Not at all ' He oufgfe t coyuntnrynd kn°W Wh t reSU,t His Pearl was indeed a find- 104 One of America’s greatest men—born in a log cabin, revered for all time, was Abraham Lincoln, a poor boy. Was he content to remain so? Did he not dive into the sea of knowledge and by perseverance and toil, surmount many hardships? Andrew Carnegie was only a poor telegraph messenger but by persistence and hard work, he found and possessed a pearl of great price. He was one of America’s richest men. His pearl he divided among his fellow-men. Instead of hiding it away as a secret treasure, he let the whole nation enjoy its beauty and lustre, for it is Andrew Carnegie who has donated fine libraries and pipe organs to the country. What have we gained from the lives of such men as these? A deep sea diver may dive many times and come up to the surface with nothing but empty shells. In our lives searching for knowledge and learning, we too, must dive deeply into out subject to acquire the pearl for which we are searching. There is a story told of a young girl who asked her father for a pearl necklace containing twenty-one pearls, for her twenty-first birthday. The father laughingly promised, and when the birthday arrived, he told his daughter he had the pearls. “Twenty-one?” she said. “Yes!” he replied, “twenty-one.” They went into the library and he pointed to a new bookcase containing twenty-one volumes. Here are your pearls of wisdom and understanding. Profit by them and the other pearls will come later.” A jeweler does not regard the pearl as the most precious of all gems. There are many gems more valuable and pearls can lose their lustre unless they are worn. The worth of a pearl depends on its size, its shape, its color and its sheen or its lustre. Whatever we have struggled for, persevered for, striven for, and finally acquired, is our precious pearl. What are we doing with it? Are we hiding it away as a secret treasure, or are we showing it to the world so that its beauty is ever increasing? The pearl has not the color of the ruby or the fire of the diamond, but it has more purity than either of these. “The pearl is raised wherever gems are seen, though it be not the dearest by way of merchandise. Why is the pearl so prized, save for its purity, that wins praise for it above all white stones? It shineth so bright; it is so round of shape; without fault or stain; if it be truly a pearl.” After all we search deep seas for pearls, which, being interpreted, may mean that nothing is acquired without hard work, self-sacrifice, or perseverance. True, the pearl we find may not be a perfect one, not the right size or color; then, it may be necessary to dive repeatedly to acquire our prize. Alice Cary once said, “Diving and finding no pearls in the sea. Blame not the ocean; the fault is in thee.” It rests with us, to eliminate such a fault, and to strive again and again until we secure our pearl. Finally, when we have such a treasure, let us cherish it, so that its beauty may increase and it may shed its lustre around us, for all time. 105 VIRGINIA SHAFFER, ’29. CANOEING Is there anything so ideal for canoeing as a golden summer day made colorful by wild flowers, the wisp-like white cloudlets in an azure sky teased by vagrant small breezes? There is a cool, winding river near by, which flows for a mile or so inland, and then trickles into a bubbling, laughing stream. The canoe is as gracefully light as a feather and responds to the slightest touch. Dress in cool white, take your dream-bag along, and the day will be charmed. The dark, deep water carries one far from the noises of town to shady banks and sunny meadows. Bees drone sleepily by, butterflies rest, slowly fanning their delicate wings, and birds twitter in green branches. A great crashing noise heralds an ungainly crane which brings to mind Alice-In-Wonderland. Is that a bridge around the next pretty bend? You may tell by the lapping of the water. Under this bridge, if your eyes are sharp, you may see pretty, delicate birds' nests. The spider-webs there seem musty from ages, and a cricket chirps on up the river. As the sun is a dazzling white ball overhead, you seek the arching branches and imagine perhaps you’re an Indian as you glide slowly beneath low hanging trees and keep close to the bank. Some truant boys run swiftly and hide as they hear your approach to their haunt. You smile to yourself and still go lazily on. So, near the end, one comes to “Pan’s Corner” so named because of its delicate, wild beauty. The old stumps covered with moss make a picturesque fairy table and the toad-stools around, as the fairy books tell, are chairs for the tiny people. A little harbor is quietly reached, tempting you to get out and roam about. Then you soon float back home with the current, which is soon lost in the gleeful, dimpling lake. —ALICE KLUND, ’28 THE WORLD OF MIRRORS The only God-given mirror, untouched by the hand of man, is the lake. From day-break to sunset it reflects all the colors of the rainbow, the flying birds, and pleasure-seeking and commercial-going vessels. The trees and flowers along the water’s edge nod to and fro to see their images dance and quiver as the breezes delightfully play on the surface. Then, too, as the sun begins to slide toward the western horizon, it sends its rays to evaporate the surplus water. And oh, what a glorious image it prints upon the placid lake! But soon the light of the sun disappears, and the moon sheds its “milky way,” lighting the dusky world. For man, the water is not enough to serve as a mirror. The mirrors we commonly see now, are wrought by the hand of man or machinery. The distorted mirrors of olden days are the most amusing of all. When one looked at his reflection his forehead would be high or narrow, or an eye would bulge beyond recognition. Perhaps the lips would shrink entirely out of sight or the nose would look flat and broad. The ears would become twice their size, or not be there at all. Children would be afraid to gaze at their own reflections because of such gruesome distortions. Today these mirrors can be found only in circuses. The full length mirrors heighten or broaden the body to the most extreme proportions and cause much mirth for both young and old. Shaving mirrors cause trouble, too. When father gets up early in the morning to shave, with only one eye open, the razor slips and he gets either sliced or scratched. The smart upsets him for the rest of the day, unless darling mother comes to the rescue with some witch hazel to rub on it. When the young son shaves himself for the first time, he gets his face so close to the mirror, his nose fairly touches it. He probably shaves too close and suffers for it all day long. These shaving mirrors certainly do see enough to keep them amused most of the time. I am sure our ears would burn, if by chance, mirrors could talk! 106 THE WORLD OF MIRRORS—(Continued) The motion picture screens are mirrors. They reflect figures of people, and print before us stories of much interest which prove the evolution of mirrors. While one gazes on the screen, a quick flash of light on the eyes draws the attention away. Lo and behold! A young “Little Miss Prim” has to see if her nose is shiny, and out comes a tiny mirror in a shiny box, which tells her, her needs. It used to be considered vulgar, but now everyone does it, so what's the difference? There are also many tiny mirrors in diamonds and other gems which reflect the light to attract attention. While we are considering mirrors, why can’t we say that the human countenance is a mirror? It reflects character, moods and thoughts. A soul is written on everyone’s face for the public eye to see. Thus there are mirrors in almost every conceivable place to attract attention, and plant the seed of conceit. —GRACE TORRANCE REFLECTIONS OF A STUDY HALL DESK Ouch! Oh, why doesn’t that horrid boy stop scratching me? Ow! I’ll have to be all fixed over if he doesn’t soon stop. Now he’s cramming me full of papers. Whee! there goes the bell and now maybe I will have a little peace. Nobody is going to sit in me so I’ll tell you something about myself. My poor top is a mass of initials of football, basketball, and other stars, with here and there a remark about one of them. Over here in the right hand corner is a heart with two sets of initials in it and my left hand corner is the insignia of some club. Of course, my whole top is nothing but scratches and writing. There goes another bell so I’ll see who will occupy me this period. Hurrah! It’s a girl, but I hope she will be as nice to me as most girls are. Yes, I guess she will, as she has already started her lessons. Now she has stopped and is powdering her nose. Oo—she dropped her compact and the powder is all over the floor. Once more she resumes her studies, but only to be interrupted by a neighbor asking for an eraser. Now what do you think of that? Just as the principal came into the room, she stuck a “wad” of gum under my top. I certainly didn’t think she would do that to me. Oh! What’s that I hear? Do my ears deceive me? I hope not. No, I guess it’s really true that at last we desks are to be refinished. I can hardly wait to see whether I will be the same color I was before. The bell again, and once more a boy is sitting in me. Why he certainly has forgotten where he is, for he has gone to sleep on me. This is really too much for anybody to stand. Well, I’m certainly glad that’s over. I was never so humiliated in my life as when he took me for a bed. Another period and—(slam, bang) ouch! Just what does he mean by slamming his books down on me like that? What does he think I am? There, the teacher changed his seat, so I guess I’ll rest until the next bell rings. There it goes now. Ah! here comes my favorite teacher. Just see how nice she is to us. She makes all the pupils take all the paper out of us and also orders them not to put any more in us. I certainly wish I could tell her how much I appreciate her interest. The bell again and she leaves us for to-day. Here come the men who are going to refinish us. Well, I think I’ve talked enough for to-day but come back to-morrow and see how nice we look. 107 -LUCILLE KELLIE, 12B AN ART EXHIBIT Today the library is beautiful. Today pictures, paintings and portraits of various descriptions are displayed upon the bookshelves for our inspection. I should think anyone could find at least one picture that suited his artistic taste in this diversified collection. Here we see a sailing vessel, its huge white sails swelled by the strong wind, pushing its way through the tumbling green billows. The fleecy clouds rolling lazily above form a quiet contrast to the tumultuous waves below. Farther along the shelf, a prairie schooner is making its way over a desert plain in the ruddy glow of a western sunset. Here and there are occasional trees, and the wide expanse is lightly sprinkled with scraggy patches of vegetation; in the distance appear looming hills which must be surmounted by those plodding mules. I am confident, however, that this will be accomplished. I am now somewhat rudely jolted out of my speculations by this wild and vivid buccaneer scene. Bloodthirsty pirates are clambering over the sides of a sea-going vessel. Undoubtedly the luckless crew of the attacked ship are resolved to do or die as they await the plunderers. The swarthy faces and bare backs of the rapacious sea-hounds glisten in the sun as they climb to the deck. Their keen eyes, inflamed with the lust of plunder, glitter as brightly as the shining weapons they carry in their teeth. I think that I should as soon meet the most horrible of that sinister crew which Milton visualized as guarding the gates of the underworld as to face a fierce and roaring pirate. I was rescued from the thoughts of such an encounter, however, by directing my gaze to the background of the picture. Here, again, were drifting clouds, apparently wafted along by shimmering breezes through the deep blue of the heavens. Their calm spirit was little affected by the strife below, and like a noble heart, remained aloof from this illicit plunder. My eye now meets the grandest scene of all: a smooth river is flowing slowly over its wide course, reflecting the trees and the heavy, green foliage upon its banks; in the background, a majestic, white building towers above the dense wood, seeming to be the appointed and potential guardian of this picture of peace. There is another scene of beauty which moves me very much. In this vista of tranquillity I see another river, pushing its cool pathway through the leafy, thickly-clustered trees which cover the fertile country-side. Breaking its way through this density, the sharp spire of a country church lifts its piercing profile against the vague and hazy horizon. This is the church of Stratford-on-Avon. Here then, is the resting place of the immortal Bard of the Ages. Indeed, what a grand and appropriate surrounding for reposing greatness! Finally, I stand in respect before the portrait of a great American. I view with admiration those Herculean features and that elevated brow. Those eyes seem to radiate the undying love which is contained in that heart for this nation of free, prosperous and intelligent people. I have since wondered if any art exhibit during the month of February, in any American Institution, would be complete without the portrait of Abraham Lincoln. An art exhibit always lends an air of enchantment to ordinary routine. To pause from one’s studies and let one’s eyes wander over lofty hills, dipping valleys, and green meadows is a pleasant diversion from the plain white walls and unadorned bookshelves. The faces of students in the library seem to reflect this change. Possibly they are impressed with many of their favorite pictures. All may not care for quiet rivers and rolling countrysides, though for me these views have a restful and pleasing effect. What opportunities here are offered not only for enjoyment, but for the ever-useful alibi! For now in answer to rebuking questions which often pierce our silent reveries, one may answer, “No thank you, I am not dreaming. My far-away gaze is directed toward that white, sandy lane across the room; the one overhung by those trees with the myriads of gorgeous, autumnal-colored leaves, a picture of one of Erie’s beautiful drives, painted by an East High art teacher. Have you noticed it? —NORMAN ULRICH, Grade 12 108 NIGHTS OF TERROR Long ago when off to bed, It seemed a’way upstairs, When all the lights were taken away, And I had said my prayers. Then things began to happen, And things began to dance, The boards would creak, so spooky-like And goblins start to prance. And nothing I could ever do, Would help to shut them out; I’d close my eyes and hold my breath, But they were roundabout— 9 That dancing band of awful things. Little, big, and stout. Some danced upon the squeaky floor. Some danced upon the bed, Some danced along the inky wall The rest around my head. Then’s the time that I’d get scared, And give an awful shout. And mother’d come a’running quick, And shut the black things out. But soon as she had gone away, And the room had changed to black. They’d all come out from their hiding place And come a’dancing back. And then t’would be the same tale I’d nearly die with horror, Another squawk—the light again, And I’d find myself on the floor. And so it was for many a year, The nights with goblins spent. If any wrong you’ve ever done, When the goblins come, you repent. CHARLES STORCH. 12A HONES’ T GOSH HE IS He’s only a little dawg My dawg he is, Jist plain dawg, tha’s all; He ain’t got no style er frills. My dawg he ain’t. But jus’ the same He’s a dem good pal, My dawg he is. He’s brown all over My dawg he is. With some white here an’ there; He’s no circus dawg. My dawg he ain’t; But he sure is awful smart— He’s most got a soul My dawg he has. Honest, he’s awful nice; My dawg he is, Y’ couldn’t call ’im ’andsome But he’s ain’t homely neither; My dawg he ain’t; Ah! Gee! what eyes he’s got. He kin talk with ’em eyes My dawg he kin. Many a time jus’ me an’ him Have sat an’ just talked an’ talked. My dawg he’d even die fer me; He’s sure got a warm place in my heart My dawg he has. . —R. WEBER HAPPINESS Fairest of all maidens!— whose best presence we entreat Into ev’ry habitation, be it sumptuous or meek; Rich men seek thy presence through their opulent estate, The ruler sees thy glory in dominion, strong and great, The man of war perceives thee in the victor’s loud acclaim. The scholar,—in his works of art, the champion,—in his main; —But seldom doth thy presence grace the gliit’ring halls of these Who have sought thy rich endowments in mere selfish revelries; But instead,—the lowly dwelling of the humble man you bless, Who extends his hand in kindly deed,— with him lives Happiness! -JACK BLACKMORE, 12A SPRING We laugh, we shout, we’re feeling gay, Why? Because it’s spring. Our hearts are just full of joy, And so is everything. The trees are growing new green leaves. The grass is turning green, Together they make a pretty sight, The prettiest ever seen. Let us close our books and throw off cares, Respond to the call of spring; She lures us on with happy songs She tells the birds to sing. —ALICE HALL Grade 12A THE JUNIOR’S LAMENT O school! O work! 0 play! On whose welcome steps I climb. Longing for that which I dreaded before; When will your glory be shared with mine? No more—oh, never more! Out of school and into the night Many a joy has taken flight; Sweet spring, spicy autumn, and winter roar, Oft filled my heart with grief, but with delight Xo more—oh, never more! Parody on “A Lament.” by Percy By take Shelly —KATHLEEN WALLER POEMS (with apologue to Joyce Kilmer) I think that I shall never see A poem as good as this will be. I don’t know what it’s all about. But hope that I will soon find out. A poem whose lines don’t always rhyme. But that won’t make it less sublime. A poem that may in English class Be good enough to help me pass. A poem whose lovely lines are based On knowledge none too common-place. This poem's not so bad. you see Although it’s made by a fool like me. —ADXA ORLOFF. 12 109 FANCIES Tonight I shall be a child again. I shall travel the pathway that leads to storybook land,—dim, fading, but holding still the recollections of my childhood. With evening, a merry crackling fire, and the steady tick-tock of the old grandfather’s clock, I shall settle myself on that childish “Ship of State,” the old couch, and with my childhood story-book beside me, I shall delve into wonderland. Far in the distance my eyes behold a road, a stony road it is true, but one overrun with daisies and bachelor-buttons. The sun is perched in the misty heaven like a million stars in one giant mass, its hot scorching rays beating down on two travelers. They are weary. Their clothes are ragged and dusty, and their heads droop. I behold one as a little girl, but the other is an old, old man. I hear the child exclaim, “Yes, grandfather, we have left that horrid place; let us never return.” Who is there who does not know this tender pair? It is little Nell and the old man, going, ever traveling from the place in which they were ridiculed and taunted. They are favorites of hundreds of tiny tots who nightly implore that they be ushered into the land of midnight fancies by this whimsical tale. Nell, the true hearted, patient maiden who clings to the old man, who patiently points out during the day the figures of Mrs. Jarley’s wax-works; who walks at dusk with the village school-master; and whom we finally leave sleeping in the little churchyard she loved so well, has a place in every child’s heart. But wait;! The road is becoming harder to distinguish; the sky is hung low with foreboding clouds. The sun has now disappeared and the curious blue-gray mists are drooping nearer the earth. Chanticleer rushes into view with his wife Partlet. She has a chestnut fast in her throat, and she must have water. Chanticleer flies to the brook with a piece of ribbon. He wets it and hastens to poor Partlet who, neverthless, succumbs. This is another tragedy in the annals of the little make-believe people. Chanticleer shall travel many a day and cast his lot with many a fox before he finds another mate as loyal and true as Dame Partlet. I take another peep into the window of illusions. This time I behold a tall, tall tower. Very tall it is and perhaps apart from all civilization. A movement at the top window attracts my attention, and as the illusion draws near, I behold a childish, innocent face; a beautiful face to behold but one showing marks of suffering. Look! The window slowly opens and out comes a queer-looking object. Can it be the thief of Bagdad? No, it is the little lame prince in his magic cloak. I hear his childish glee as he beholds the ground below. And yet once again I behold the dim outline of the road as it melts from the range of my vision. Far away I seem to hear the tap, tapping of a tiny crutch as gradually there appears against the setting sun, a little figure. Yes, you have guessed; it is tiny Tim. His little face is lighted with a sort of heavenly radiance. He is cheerfully singing as he beats time with the miserable crutch. Behind him come Bob Cratchit, Mrs. Cratchit, and all the rest. Such a din! Hear their joyous voices, as they ring with the happy merriment of youth. I seem to discern the dismal figure of gruff, old Scrooge in the background, but this illusion disappears in the uproar of the young Cratchits. They all slowly pass from my vision and I am ready to close my eyes in peaceful slumber, when from the receding picture I hear, “God bless us everyone.” And so I might continue to view the pantomine of youthful playfellows. Children in whom I saw an ideal; children who never failed me—are all there to bring to the front of my mind the happy hours spent in their midst. No matter how dark the night, how tumultuously the storm raged outside, I was never alone. I was always sure of these playmates who would never desert me. These cherished story-book comrades never quarreled with me, they never broke up my toys. My faith in them was never shattered. Can you blame me for not shutting them from my memory? No, they will never be forgotten; they will claim a part of mv life which others cannot fill, and they will always reign in that realm of childish recollections. DOROTHY GOODWIN Grade 12 110 - EAST HIGH MIRROR NO. 1928 JUNE 1, 1950 Price 15c per copy EAST HIGH PUBLICATION GLENN SPICER, FORMER EAST HIGH STUDENT, WINS JAZZ KING’S CROWN Glenn Spicer has been a rival of Paul Whiteman, Jazz King for three consecutive years, in an annual contest among- the orchestra leaders to see who is supreme. Paul Whiteman has won the crown for twenty years. On April 1st, the honor was conferred upon Mr. Spicer. Mr. Whiteman had a heart attack from the shock and was rushed to St. Luke’s hospital. DOUBLE QUINTET TOURS EUROPE The former double quintet of East High under the direction of J. Stanley Lansing, is touring Europe. They are giving concerts in all of the leading cities. Royalty, especially in England, France and Russia, has received and entertained them. The double quintet consists of the Misses Fay Brown, Lucille Webster, Alice Klund, Martha Maulette, Grace Torrance and Mae Martin; the Messrs. Kenneth Sterrett, Joe Kline, Grant Williams, Joe Bingham and Phil Forsberg at the piano. TRAMBLEY IS ELECTED “Val” Trambley, football hero, is elected to the city council. He will have charge of the City Street Cleaning Department. All complaints in connection with this department should be henceforth addressed to Mr. Trambley. NURSE HONORED Miss Marie Gibb, a graduate of Hamot Hospital, has become resident nurse in the home of the President of the United States. Her great responsibility is to keep the President from sneezing. SECOND BABE RUTH Howard Mattison, ex-East High athlete has won a berth with the Giants His manager is very nroud of him and promises enthusiasts a worthy successor to Babe Ruth. The first game of the season which opens short-lv, will be attended by his many Erie followers. APPOINTED CENSORS Harrv Madsen, Frances Heal Ed. Carney, and Eileen Wing have been appointed a« members of the Penna. State Board of Censors for the Erie theaters. With a capable bodv such as this, the character of movies in Erie will no doubt undergo a much needed reform. The sa'erv for this important office is estimated at approximately $1,000 annually. NEW SENATOR AD-. Michael Knmora has been elected Pennsylvania Senator. His nobt.ical sne°ches op e-eneral “clean-un” which he proposes making on some of the traditionally had laws of the U. S.. have won the hearts of our citizens. Our greatest hone is that he will settle the coal question. NEW DISCOVERY Whi. Smith, physicist, has discovered a way to use a photometer in a lighted room. The photometer is an instrument used for determining the candle power of an electric light bulb. He has spent twelve years on this invention and we expect it will soon become a world renowned piece of apparatus in the field of science. FAMOUS PAINTING A recent painting entitled “Glorious Mud” has been proclaimed the greatest masterpiece of the twentieth century. Miss Kathleen Waller, the artist, spent two years in producing this colorful picture. America has a modern artist of international renown at last! MR. R. FAIRGRAVES champion jaw exerciser, has returned to the capital where he will begin his new work of teaching the Senators to overcome weak jaw conditions. MISS DOROTHY GOODWIN renowned concert pianist, has returned from an extended tour abroad. She expects to open a studio for the purpose of instructing infants in the venerable art of piano playing. MR. AND MRS. Lillard of East 6th Street wish to announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Dora Lillard to Mr. William Reichart. 112 TRICK ARTIST Mr. Leonard Swanson came to Erie this week to demonstrate his trick violin playing. He stands on three tiers of chairs ami balances himself while playing the instrument. He does fancy dancing and stands on his head also. He learned this wonderful profession from the great Russian artist Ambogzyskni. Erie can be proud of another one of its citizens. LOCAL ADVERTISEMENTS CLIFFORD STONE Justice of the Peace Office at 17 State Street Open all hours of the day and night. Come Two-----Come All LEINGANG NEWS Has all the Gossip of Younger Set and High Schools Purchase at any Prominent News Dealer HAMMER and CHIZEL DENTIST Painless to your teeth Uses Rubber Skids Mr. ALFRED HIGBY 330 Peach Street Attorney at Law MISS MARY WILLIAMS Speaks any Language Takes all cases such as Divorces— Will and Property Disputes EVELYN YAPI.E — :MODISTE: — Specializes in Diminutive MISSES' GOWNS Also for EXCEPTIONAL STOUTS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH is fortunate in securing for their new pastor, at the annual conference, Miss Hilda Stineford, who received her degree several years ago from B. R. U. BILL STOUT famous cellist has returned from his European tour, and will spend a few weeks at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stout, of East 6th Street. MONA ALLEN wishes to announce the opening of her new beauty shoppe in the Lawrence Hotel. She specializes in facials, shampoos and manicures. THE BAUMAN BROTHERS are on an extended voyage on the Mediterranean looking for natural color scheme and designs in the manufacture of their carpets. The Bauman carpets are considered the best on the market today. MR. AND MRS. Llewellyn Howe returned Friday from an extended tour south. Mrs. Howe was formerly Miss Gertrude Krill. MISS M. RIETHMILLER outstanding poet, has accepted the poet-laureat-ship of England. Altho formerly a resident of Erie, England is Miss Riethmiller’s adopted country. HERMAN WEBER President of the School Board of Erie held a dinner in his home entertaining the faculties of all the high schools. Norman Ulrich, superintendent of schools was the honored guest. ETHEL LEVICK composer, has returned to the home of her parents after visiting and entertaining various society circles in Chicago. She has had several offers to accompany various artists of the Chicago Civic Opera Company. LILLIAN KING AND ADNA ORLOFF returned home after a season on the stage during which they entertained distinguished audiences by their amazing acrobatic a-bility. THE MISSES MARY CRONIN AND MARY STEELE prominent members of the younger society set returned from Paris and New York last night. They purchased the exclusive right of the leading fads of the season, which will no doubt add to their already great popularity. JACK BLACKMORE musician, radio-announcer and famous after-dinner speaker has been entertained by the Men’s University Club of Erie for the past several days. The club is honored to have him spend a part of his vacation as their guest. He is planning to return to New Orleans within a day or so where he will continue his work among the Non-Composmentus Humias. ERIE GOLFER WINS NATIONALS Francis Mattson, famous golfer, won first place in the national contest for amateur golfers. The title was closely contested but no doubt was left as to the superiority of Mr. Mattson’s playing. Erie is proud to claim him as her own. MAE MARTIN Premier Danseuse of the 1930 Flo Ziegfried Follies, is visiting at the home of her parents during the interval before her next season opens in New York. Miss Martin was well known for her dancing a-bility before she left Erie. HOWARD ROSE famous for his “educated toe” in football has returned home after receiving his degree at Harvard. He was elected president of the local street car company where he will continue using his toe teaching new conductors how to use the foot-bell of the car. 113 “My watch isn’t going.1 “Was it invited?” She was only a taxi driver’s daughter —but you ought to meter. He (showing his girl about the town) “See that loving couple in that parked car?” They’ve been married for ten years.” She: “Really?” He: “Yes. but not to each other.” Since the recent discovery that fish can hear, several clergymen have taken up golf instead of fishing. “Well, everything I say goes.” “Come in the garage and tell that to the Ford.” Rose are red Violets are blue Sugar is sweet And nice in coffee. —College Humor “How dare you accost me, sir! You are a hardened old sinner.” “I may be bad, Miss, but I have reached no noticeable state of petrification.” It has been decided by the P. O. D. class that the reason there are so many escapes from the penal institutions, is that the men in charge are not keeping the prisons sufficiently attractive for the prisoners. Storekeeper: “I’m sorry, but we don’t handle gold fish.” Nice old Lady: “Well, I hope you don’t; it’s not good for them.” “My Scotch boy friend sent me his picture.” “How does it look?” “I don’t know, I haven’t had it developed yet.” Doctor—Your boy is tongue tied; a slight operation will cure him. Jones—No, let him alone; I want to make a radio announcer out of him. Willie—Ma, if the baby was to eat tadpoles, would it give him a big bass voice like a frog? Mother—Good gracious, no! They’d kill him. Willie—Well, they didn’t. He—If you’ll give me your telephone number, I’ll call you up some time. She It’s in the book. He—Fine! What’s your name? She—That’s in the book, too. East Prophet says: Laugh and the world laughs with you; smile and you’re just a flirt. The flivver that won’t run is a standing joke. East Prophet says: A wedding is a great thing, no married couple should be without it. “Do you drive your own car?” “No, ’ I have a son in high school.” Queen: “Knave, who is that playing the ‘Anvil Chorus’ out in the courtyard?” Jester: “Nay, my queen, ’tis the guests taking off their overcoats.” Miss Booth: “Is this theme original?” Leonard: “No, I wrote it myself.” “What makes you so sweet this morning?” “I guess it’s cause the Lord preserved me over night.” Why call a man a hard drinker if it’s the easiest thing he does? She (after operation for appendicitis) “I had the darlingest interne.” She No. 2: “Did they take it out and show it to you?” Alice: “I want some insect powder.” Clerk: “Do you want to take it with you?” Alice: “Of course not. I’ll send the bugs to you and you can give it to them.” “Did you see the Seine in Paris?” “Yes, but more that weren’t.” Franny Heal: “I see Mr. Harbold smokes a pipe. Stella Klick: “No, that is a mere- sham.” Mr. Harbold: “Why is it that they throw bombs in Chicago?” Lillian: “Why, so they won’t go off in their hands, I guess.” East Prophet says: “She may not be your maple sugar, but you’ll always be her sap.” Clarence: “I went over to see my girl last night and found about half a dozen rivals gathered around.” Phil: “How did she look?” Clarence: “Like a million dollars, one followed by six nothings.” 114 Englishman (pointing to head on coin) “That king made my great-great-grand father a knight.” American (pointing to head on coin) : “The Indian you see on that coin, made mine an angel.” AT THE PROM “Dencing?” “Esking?” “Esking.” “Dencing.” Jerry: “Our chairman of the English class is a prince, isn’t he?” Mike: “I’ve often wanted to crown him myself.” The main difference between a girl and a traffic cop is that the cop means it when he says “stop.” IN BEGINNING FRENCH “Say, Miss Buelens, do they make the roads in France out of Gaul stones?” She: “Mary told me you kissed her last night.” He: “Don’t believe all the idle boast- ing you hear.” “I want honest advertising!” thundered the new boss. “What,” shouted the ad. manager, “and take all the wind out of our sales?” Inquiring Customer: “Why do you advertise that your coal burns like a Movie Queen’s love?” Clerk: “Because it‘s been screened, lady.” Young boy: “Say, Bobby, what did your mother say when you asked her if you could have dinner with us?” Bobby: “She looked me straight in the ear and told me to go up and wash.” East Prophet says: A fool and his money soon pay a dime for a nickel cigar. Miss Reed: Isn’t this book rather technical? “Val” (absent minded) : It was that way when I got it, ma’m. She (meekly) : “Do you go to college, mister?” He (proudly): “Yes, indeed.” She: “Well, would you mind thinking up a name for my dog?” “Did you ever catch your husband flirting?” “Yes, that’s just how I did catch him.” A young woman who seemed to be having her first experience in a bank approached the window of a paying teller and gave him a large check which she wanted to cash. “How do you wish the money?” the teller inquired. “Oh,” replied the young woman, in some confusion, ”I’ll just hold out my hand and you can put the money in it.” An actress was taking her dog for a walk in the park. She met her deadliest rival, clad in a fur coat. The dog began to leap in friendly fashion around the wearer of the coat, and his mistress apologized sweetly. “Do forgive my Fido,” she said, “he’s so keen on rabbiting.” Father—If you had a little more spunk in you, son, you’d stand farther up in your class. Do you know what spunk is? Son— Yes sir. Past participle of spank. The steak was a la carte, so the frosh told them to wheel it in. Gladys Brown is so sweet tempered that she won’t even do cross-multiplication. Devil: “What’s the crowd outside?” First Assistant: “Those are the col- lege students who committed suicide.” Devil: “Well, be sure they write their last names first when they register.” Driver (headed over a hundred foot cliff) : “Say, did you ever have one of those headaches that make your eyes all blurry?” East Prophet says: Men are getting so polite now-a-days that they excuse themselves when they beat a woman to the vacant seat on the street car! Robert: “Pa, a man’s wife is his better half, isn’t she?” Pa: So we are told, son.” Robert: “Then, if a man marries twice there isn’t much left of him, is there?” Delmont: “I only met her yesterday, and she has said some nasty things about me.” Mike: “It’s a good thing you aren’t old friends.” Ortho: “I say, old top, what did you give up during Lent?” Dox: “For forty days, my lad, I ate no watermelon.” 115 Elaine: “Lancy, where did you get that handsome new suit?” Lancelot: “My tailor down at the smithy made it for me and he guarantees it to wear like iron.” Miss Hughes: It’s a disgrace the way my pupils hash Bacon.” Miss Booth: “That’s nothing; my pupils always roast Lamb.” Bauman: “There ain’t no flies on me.” G. Bauman: “I suppose not; they must draw the line somewhere.” The new president of Mexico is a very capable man, wasn’t he? “I hate to play cards with a bad loser, don’t you?” “Oh, I don’t know, I’d rather play cards with a bad loser than any kind of a winner.” Margaret Leslie: “What’s the biggest room in the world?” Helen McLaughlin: “I give up.” Margaret: “Room for improvement.” “Who’s that man with a cloth over his face?” “A Scotchman, afraid his face will give himself away.” Mr Gould: “What makes petrified trees?” A. Klund: “I guess the wind makes them rock.” Jimmie: “And why do you call me Pilgrim?” Dorinda: “Well, every time you call you make a little progress.” Tourist (2500 A. D.) : “Of all things! If it isn’t old Bill Jones of Loogootee, Indiana, United States of America, Earth, Solar System. Well, well it’s a small old universe after all..’ Hilda: “I thought you said this place was always crowded.” “Al” Higby: “It usually is between seven and eight, but I believe in coming late to avoid the rush that comes early to avoid the rush.” Lost Balloonist: “Ahoy, where am I?” Farmer: “Heh, heh, you can’t fool me, by gum. Ye’re right up there in that basket-----Giddyap, Susie.” Doctor—“You cough easier this morning.” Weary Patient—“I ought to: I’ve been practicing all night.” Heck (to group of sleeping students) : “This watch has a history older than I am. Longer in fact than one of Professor Harbold’s P. O. D. tests.” Student( rubbing eyes): “Does it keep good time?” Heck: “Keep good time? Why you notice the days are getting longer, don’t you?” Student: “Yes.” Heck: “Well, that’s just the sun try- ing to get back on schedule with mv watch.” History Prof.—“And when Lord Ches-efield saw that death was near he gathered all his friends around him. But before he breathed his last he uttered those last immortal words. Who can tell me what the dying words of Lord Chesterfield were? Class (in chorus)—“They satisfy.” A kiss is a peculiar proposition Of no use to one, yet absolute bliss to two. The small boy gets it for nothing. The young man has to steal it. The old man has to buy it. The baby’s right. The lover’s privilege. The hypocrite’s mask. To a young girl—Faith. To a married woman—Hope. To an old maid—Charity. Prof.—“Who were the three wise men?” Soph.—“Stop, Look and Listen.” First Stew: “I’ll drive, you’re drunk.” Second: “Aw right.” (they hit telephone pole). Second Stew: “Fooled yuh— didn’t unlock steering wheel.” Adelbert (passionately)—“The morel look at you, dear, the more beautiful you seem.” Adeline (expectantly)—“Yes?” Adelbert (brutally)—“I ought to look at you oftener.” Peg—“He’s just bashful. Why don’t you give him a little encouragement?” Estelle—“Encouragement? He needs a cheering section.” “This check is doubtless all right,” said the manager politely, “but have you anything about you by which you could be identified?” The pretty young thing faltered: ”1 have a mole on my left knee.” 11C, In what place are two heads better than one? In a barrel. Why is a field of grass like a person older than yourself? Because it’s pasturage (past your age). Mrs. Murphy: “An’ what have ye named your baby gurrel?” Mrs. Grogan: “We’re going to call her Hazel.” Mrs. Murphy: “Shure not! With 25 saints to choose from, ye’re not going to name her after a nut?” “This is little Waldo.” “Yes? And how old is he?” “Nearly six.” “Can the little fellow write?” “Oh, yes,” said the proud mother, “but he has not as yet published anything.” WEATHER REPORT I had occasion to make a trip to Milwaukee and I told my eight-year-old daughter to be sure to write me. A couple of days later I received a letter from her which started off like this: “Dear Daddy: It is awfully cold today. The wind is blowing hard with snow attached.” “So Bacigalupi’s going to marry money?” “Yeah; his girl’s got three gold teeth.” Sentimental Caller: “And does your daughter play any of the songs of yesterday?” Proud Mother: “Indeed, she does. Darling play “Valencia” for Mr. Elder.” Dick (looking up from his newspaper) “I say, Jim, what is the Order of the Bath?” Jim: “Well, as I have experienced it, it’s first the water’s too hot; then it’s too cold; then you’re short of a towel; then you step on the soap, and, finally, the telephone rings.” OUR NEIGHBORS The song is ended, but the radio program lingers on. Mrs. Newlywed: “Dear, will you meet mother at the station and show her the way home?” Mr. Newlywed: “Sure thing, where does she live?” “He must be pretty well crocked,” remarked the monkey as the weasel hopped into the vinegar jug. Visitor: “How does the land lie out this way?” Native: “It ain’t the land that lies; it’s the real estate agents.” SURE CURE Mandy: “Whaffer you all got dem bedsprings on yo’ stove?” Liza: “Don’t you know hot springs is good fo’ rheumatiz? Leastwise da’s what a doctah tol’ Mis’ Williams whar Ah works at.” Henry: “Just imagine, thirteen thousand seals were used to make fur coats this year for the Christmas trade.” Etta: “Ain’t it wonderful what they can train animals to do this present day and age?” Might it not be said that hunting for the north pole is going to extremes? Why I changed from engineering to commerce: My first problem was to pull up a well and saw it into post holes. Bill Smith: “Have you heard how the automobile has lengthened life in the United States?” “Al”: “How’s that? Prevents over- exertion, I suppose?” Bill: “Not that so much, but it has cut down the deaths from old age about eighty per cent.” It is thought that a man with a Harvard diploma and ten cents could get a cup of coffee anywhere. Senior: “Where can I get some good fly paper?” Frosh: “Down at the grocery store you can get it with the flies already caught.” PLEASANT DREAMS The nervous passenger approached the captain timidly. “What would happen, sir,” she asked, “if we struck an iceberg?” “The iceberg would pass along as though nothing had happened,” replied the captain. And the old lady was very much relieved. “I know I’m going to be just too thrilled for words,” giggled the condem-ed man as they turned on the switch. There, little convulsion, don’t cry: you’ll be a dance step by and by. East Prophet says: All that titters is is not bold. 117 Girl—“Could you fix me a dose of castor oil so the oil won’t taste?” Druggist— “Certainly! Won’t you have a glass of soda while waiting?” Girl—“Oh, thank you.” (And drinks the soda). Druggist—“Something else, Miss?” Girl—“No, just the oil.” Druggist—“But you have just drunk it.” Girl—“Oh, I wanted it for my mother.” A certain newspaper that made a practice of answering inquiries from readers received this one: “Please tell me what is the matter with my chickens. They go to roost apparently well. The next morning we find some of them on their backs on the floor, stiff, combs white and feet in the air.” It was the editor’s busy day, and this was the answer his reader received: “Dear sir, your chickens are dead.” She—“Why, it’s only six o’clock. I told you to come after supper.” He—“That’s what I’m after.” “Did any of your family ever make a brilliant marriage?” “Only my wife.” A lady out shopping one day entered a butcher’s shop and asked for a sheep’s head. She emphatically stated that she must have English mutton. “Sorry, mum,” replied the butcher, “We only stock Scotch mutton.” The lady was most anxious to purchase the sheep’s head, but was insistent that it must be English. Turning to the back of the shop, the butcher called his boy assistant to him and said, pointing to the head of a sheep lying on a counter at the far end of the shop, “Jock, tak’ the brains out o’ that heid.” Teacher—“An heirloom is something that has been handed down from father to son.” Small Boy—“That’s a funny name for pants.” Little Boy: “Papa, help me find the least common multiple.” Papa: Good gosh, haven’t they found that yet?” “I hear Ralph got a job as deckhand on a submarine.” “Yeh, and he’s just flooded with work.” East Prophet says: Footprints on the sands of time are not made by sitting down. “But why do you want to marry her?” “Because I love her.” “My dear fellow, that’s an excuse— not a reason.” It is estimated that—if all the people claiming to have had ancestors on the Mayflower were telling the truth, there were just 345,963,573 people on the Mayflower on that momentous voyage to America. Squire—“Did you send for me, my lord?” Lancelot—“Yes, make haste. Bring me the hammer; I’ve got a flea in my knight clothes.” King—“What ho, the guard!” Prime Minister—“Sire, the guard has lost his umbrella and it is raining.” King—“Then, what ho, the mudguard!” “I won’t wash my face,” said Dolly, defiantly. “Naughty, naughty,” reproved the grandmother. “When I was a little girl I always washed my face.” “Yes, and now look at it.” Judge—“Why did you stick your knife in this man?” Prisoner—“Well, I heard the police coming and I had to hide it somewhere.” Irate Father—“I’ll teach you to kiss my daughter.” Insolent Youth— “You’re too late. I’ve learned already.” Once upon a time two Scotchmen made a bet! The best battery to use on some radios would be a battery of howitzers. “I want to buy a pencil.” “Hard or soft?” “Hard, it’s for one of Harbold’s stiff tests.” Nurse: “Professor, a boy has arrived.” Professor: (absent minded) “Ask him what he wants.” Sue: So you overdrew your bank ac- count. Nora: Yes, but it’s all right. I sent them a check to cover the amount. IN GEOMETRY “Hey!” “What?” “Just wanted to tell you that you still have fifteen minutes to sleep.” 118 AH! HOWS THE MILKMAID ? IT ISNTMADE,SAP. THE COU GIVES IT. Mary (at zoo) : “Gee, that elephant must be dumb.” Kay: “What makes you say that?” Mary: “Well, his head is so full of ivory that it even sticks out.” No, Clifford, aviators don’t put their money in air pockets. Stude: “Say professor, I need a little light on this subject.” Professor: “Might I suggest a little reflection?” Benedict: “What excuse have you for not being married?” Bachelor: “I was born that way.” Dorothy: “Horrible tortures they used on the Orientals, weren’t they?” Ben: “Come how?” Dorothy: “I’ve just been reading how they plastered up the chinks in the walls of the old forts.” 119 THE EDO 120 TO OUR READERS: +■ . . We hope that those who have read this book will approve the efforts of the staff to produce an enjoyable means of remembering our high school days. The following pages contain advertisements of various business houses of the city. They have taken space in this volume for two reasons: 1. They are convinced that this is a valuable medium of advertising. 2. Their interest in our high schools is sufficient to make them glad to help us in the production of this volume. In order that their judgment as to the value of this space may be justified we ask our readers not to stop here but to note carefully who have advertised in this book, and what their products are; and in order that the spirit of civic pride which they have shown in buying space may be matched by the high schools which they have benefitted, we ask you to give serious consideration to them in the matter of purchases or other business. Very sincerely, THE EDITOR. +■ I + Prayer of a Sportsman Dear Lord, in the battle that goes on through life I ask but a field that is fair, A chance that is equal with all in the strife, A courage to strive and to dare; And if I should win, let it be by the code With my faith and my honor held high; And if 1 should lose, let me stand by the road And cheer as the winners go by! And Lord, may my shouts be ungrudging and clear, A tribute that comes from the heart, And let me not cherish a snarl or a sneer Or play any sniveling part; Let me say, “There they ride on whom laurel’s bestowed Since they played the game better than I,” Let me stand with a smile by the side of the road And cheer as the winners go by! So grant me to conquer, if conquer 1 can By proving my worth in the fray; But teach me to lose like a Regular Man And not like a craven, I pray. Let me take off my hat to the warriors who strode To victory splendid and high, Yes, teach me to stand by the side of the road And cheer as the winners go by! BARTON BRALEY. Space Contributed By HAYS MFC. CO. THE FAMILY NEWSPAPER To be known as a family newspaper is the worthy ambition of every sincere, right minded newspaper. It is an ambition worth striving for. The Erie Dispatch-Herald endeavors—by conservative, clean, handling of the news and by features instructive and entertaining of interest to every member of the family— man, woman and child— to deserve a welcome in every Erie home, truly a family newspaper. EVENING AND SUNDAY ERIE DISPATCH-HERALD II + CLOTHING AND HABERDASHERY FOR YOUNG MEN Especially Designed For YOUNG MEN Are These Suits and Topcoats At $25 $30 $35 College Clothes are what some call them and they’ll stand the test with the best of them—but for you fellows who are following other careers than that of college they're equally acceptable. They come direct from America’s style houses to you. The “NOTTINGHAM” Designed for Young Men by Griffon ‘CHARTER HOUSE’ The Tailors Preferred by College Men HART, SCHAFFNER MARX Exclusively Patterned Young Men’s Clothes “For Your Inspection’ ISAAC BAKER 8c SON STATE STREET AT SEVENTH III +•—•'—■■——••—— — — — — — —”— — — — — —” •• '• •• •• ——4. This Graduation Exercise marks one of the important milestones in your life. You are graduating from one course of education into another and higher one—many of you to enter upon your life’s work. Financial success is a factor which deserves your earnest thought. Money and credit will serve you well, but you must know how to use them. We welcome the opportunity to help you. Erie Trust Cdmpanv Erie, Pennsylvania Evelyn Osborn ______________________ Academy, 1926 Bertha Becker ..................... Academy, 1926 Ellen McNamara _______...................... Academy, 1925 Anna F. Hartman ..................... Central, 1916 Wm. J. Robinson _____________________ Central, 1914 Daniel P. Dougherty......School of Hard Knocks ( PERMIT 52_________ TheBcst OH inthc World Reduces oil consumption —Reduces friction drag— Reduces repair bills—because it’s the “Best Oil in. the World.” Demand Autocrat Motor Oil. Nothing is more important than thorough lubrication. AUTOCRAT—THE OIL THAT IS DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHERS Beware of Substitutes. Baycrson Oil Works Erie, Pa. OUTFITTERS TO YOUNG GENTLEMEN Meyer Styles Are......... DIRECT FROM THE CAMPUS Prep Hats—In soft, easy shaping felts to match your Spring attire ...$5 Prep Caps—weaves and colorings that make a fellow seen by the girls ....$2 Prep Shirts—with long-pointed attached collars. Lots of pep to ’em ...........................$2 EVERYTHING'S in tune with Spring —weather getting balmy, track team working, baseball practice, examinations over, wearing the correct clothes. Wonderful new Suits and Topcoats we have for you “Hi” boys; styles worn at the leading American universities. Junior Hi sizes at $ I 7.50, $20.00, $22.50, with 2 trousers; Senior Hi sizes $23.50, with extra trousers at $4.00. Others $25.00 to $40.00. You’ll find these very advanced college styles in our exclusive new department Prep Hall, where university ideals in dress prevail—and originate. All the fellows come here; be sure and make Prep Hall your college club. Prep Ties—that knot tightly and stay “put.” An ocean of coloring ...$1 Prep Hosiery—silk, lisle, wool, in the proper Spring shades...........75c Prep Underwear—short running drawers for action and gym shirts ....$1.75 “Style Coach ” Magazine—Free for a Year. Send us your name, address and class. P. A. MEYER SONS 817-819 State Street v YOUR COMMENCEMENT Is an occasion of great importance in your life. For many, this event means the first real contact with the “Business World. Your success, no matter what your calling, will be aided by an account with this strong, progressive Bank. Savings Trust Co. Capital, Surplus and Profits $950,000. MY METHOD FIRST NOT LAST. If you have pain in your head, neck, shoulders, back, hips, legs or feet, I can remove the cause with my sensitive bare hands. No charge for Examination. SHIPLEY’S CHIROPRACTORS Over Weschlers Shoe Store 924 State Street Mutual Phone 24-734 •• + WHERE MEN FIND WHAT THEY WANT Are You Living Up To GOOD CLOTHES? It's the urge for better things that makes for progress. Things that were luxuries, become necessities, when you have attained them. Encourage yourself to dress better—to want the rewards that will be yours through progress. Get good clothes and live up to the alertness that they typify. Suits and Topcoats $3° - - $33 - - $4° MURRAY CLOTHES Authentically styled for University Men by Bart Murray and tailored by Adler-Rochester. Feature values at $45.00. MALLORY HATS Narrow brims, medium brims, tilt brims—new shades of tan, green, grey. Good quality hats at $6.00 Chas. S. Marks Company 914-916 State St. GOOD CLOTHES—Custom and Readij to Put On. Vll THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK ERIE, PENN’A Charter No. 12 Capital ................$ 300,000.00 Surplus ................ 1,250,000.00 Established 1852 Chartered 1863 Rechartered 1883 Rechartered 1903. THE OLDEST BANK IN ERIE COUNTY THE C. S. McGAVERN AGENCY ALL FORMS OF INSURANCE WRITTEN Phone 23-167 718 Commerce Building C. B. MARGESON SON CLEANERS AND DYERS 155 East Tenth Street ERIE, PA. SEND IT TO MARGESON VIII r3he The cream top bottle enables you to pour off rich whipping cream when you wish. It'f an aid to economy. Prompt and Courteous OeliVerqx WATERFORD FARMS —Model Dairies — Perfect Pasteurization — Sanitary Bottling—Laboratory Control-Prompt and Courteous Delivery. All along the line of the PURITY ROUTE the one thought is to produce the best, and we believe we have accomplished much. We have not stopped with the product, but have carried the same thought in our delivery to the home. We appreciate our responsibility and pledge our every resource to fulfill our obligation. Every route Salesman is a part of WATERFORD FARMS, anxious to serve in a courteous manner. He will be pleased to tell you more about his service. It’s the WATERFORD FARMS Way. WATERFORD FARMS “Fifth Parade” PHONE IX OUR CAPITAL. SURPLUS AND UNDIVIDED PROFITS OF OVER $1,000,000 together with a fully equipped organization, enables this bank to offer you a complete banking service —..—•+ +■—..— THE MARINE NATIONAL BANK OF ERIE ESTABLISHED 1864 A Complete Home Builder's Service— Certified and Bonded quality Materials 28mB BBE= CRIB ((g) PBNNA Wholesale-Retail SHOWROOMS AND MILL, 19th and Parade Sts. Compliments of The Skinner Studio PHOTOGRAPHERS to ERIE’S ELITE What News, Traveler “What tidings bring you ?” was once the common salutation of mankind. Sailors from foreign ports, messengers from other cities, traders with pack or caravan—these were once the news sources of their day. Was it a calamity of nature that wrecked a city; a plague or famine that devastated a country side; a change of government; or an oddity of gossip? The wayfarer was almost the only means of disseminating tidings of the event. Now it is different. Through the ether or over the wires comes the story of the event that is still transpiring. And in a matter of minutes, there goes out on printed sheets of paper the news of its happening. For in journalism, today is an eternity and is forgotten tomorrow. Only the present moment exists for the reader of the newspaper or the men who have collected and printed that news. This presentness of living, this attribute of the Fourth Estate, has been made possible by paper—generous in quantity, low in price, and universally available. HAMMERMILL PAPER COMPANY ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA XI THE SECOND NATIONAL BANK BANKING In all its Branches NINTH AT PEACH ERIE, PENNA. THE X. B. MAGOFFIN AGENCY of the Connecticut General Life Insurance Co. LIFE—ACCIDENT—GROUP INSURANCE 10th Floor Erie Trust Bldg., ERIE, PENNA. COMPLIMENTS OF RYBAK’S DRESS SHOP We Specialize in Dresses. 830 State Street ERIE, PA. ON’T take a blind alley job—one that leads you no-where and offers no opportunity for advancement. General Electric offers the young man who is unable to attend college the opportunity through its Apprentice Department at its Erie Works, to learn the following trades: Machinist, Toolmaking and Drafting. A special course trains technical clerks while the Technical Night School conducted by General Electric at Erie offers a four year course in engineering to employees of the company who wish to fit themselves for responsible positions in that line. The Supervisor of Industrial Service, Building 90, at the General Electric Works, on East Lake Road, will be glad to tell you more about these opportunities if you are interested. GENERAL ELECTRIC —f hnmnq in the' ace for pr Success II- In any track event, the winner must get off to a good start. But it is even more important to start building the foundation of your fortune immediately after graduation. Through a savings account at this friendly, helpful bank you can build up a fund even though the separate deposits be small. You'll be surprised how quickly you can accumulate money once you get started. Then a reserve in bank means you can grasp the opportunity when it comes. You 11 always find a hearty welcome here. Why not drop in and let us explain to you what a complete banking service we have. Peoples Bank - Trust Co. Main Office 811-813 State Street Central Branch 18th and State Streets USE Union-Pure Ice Delivery Co’s. I C E QUALITY SERVICE GRIFFIN MANUFACTURING CO. ERIE, PENNA. Manufacturers of HINGES. BUTTS. ETC. XIV +•- SIMS Low pressure heating boilers are serving the public satisfactorily in HARDING SCHOOL HAMILTON SCHOOL IRVING SCHOOL BURNS SCHOOL GARFIELD SCHOOL And many others in the County. It Pays to Patronize Home Industry. STAR WET WASH SOFT WATER DIAL ★ 23-805 “WE RETURN ALL YOUR CLOTHES” 119 EAST 24TH ST. C. B. Cross and C. W. McNary Proprietors PURE SOAP M. W. Maxwell Manager FLICKINGER’S HOTEL DEPT. Especially Selected Foods Packed for Hotels, Cafeterias and Institutions. Samples and Quotations Cheerfully Furnished. Office and Warehouse, N. Y. C. St. L. R. R. and Wallace Street ERIE PENNA. XV COMPLIM ENTS OF METRIC METAL WORKS OF THE AMERICAN METER CO., Inc. Manufacturers of Gas Meters PENNA. MAKE THE Y. M. C. A. YOUR DOWNTOWN HEADQUARTERS Yellow Cab One to five passengers carried at price of one Erie Taxicab Co. Dial 22-221 XVI COMPLIMENTS OF Erie City Ironworks ERIE, FENNX, U.S.A.. QUALITY FURNITURE THE NEW CHINA AND FURNISHINGS Serves the Best Food in Erie To supply Erie's Families with quality furniture and furnishings is our at chosen occupation. Moderate Prices. We constantly are on the lookout for LUNCHEON DINNERS new ways and means of better serving “the home maker.” II A. M. to 2 P. M. 5 P. M. to 8 P. M. SPECIAL SUNDAY DINNER It Pleases Us to Please You 12 M to 8:30 P. M. Jones Furniture Co. Ala Carte at all Hours 12th and Peach Sts. Erie, Pa. 806 State Street + ERIE HARDWARE COMPANY 1220 State Street., Erie, Pa. GOLF, TENNIS BASEBALL AND OUTING SUPPLIES EVERYTHING IN HARDWARE Your Dad is like any other person—putting off things that should be done today. Perhaps he's neglected to insure himself or his automobile against accident. Why not suggest to him that he check up on his insurance needs and make sure that he’s fully protected. Have him call 23-629 for insurance information. LEO SCHLAUDECKER CO. 25 East 8th Street ERIE. PENNA. XVIII TROY LAUNDRY 416 State Street HIGH CLASS GENERAL LAUNDRY WORK + FOR HIGH SCHOOL DAYS COLLEGE DAYS AND ALL OTHER DAYS WESCHLER’S SHOES ARE SMARTEST! There is a swagger and collegiate” air to Weschler’s shoe styles that satisfies the keen sense of style distinction of the young man or woman of high school and college age. Weschler's Shoes are noted, too, for their long wear and sensible prices. 924 State Street. ERIE FORGE CO. ERIK, PA. — GRISWOLD COOKING UTENSILS Solve Your KITCHEN PROBLEMS Good Housekeepers Choice Since 1865 “The line that's fine at Cooking Time The Griswold Mfg. Co. 12th and Raspberry Streets. XIX ERIE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC FACULTY Peter LeSueur Piano, Organ and Theory. Charles LeSueur Voice Percival LeSueur Organ Paul W. Cleveland Violin and Viola Mrs. Winifred LeSueur Elocution John R. Brown Violin and Viola Mrs. Clara A. Ricart Voice Mrs. Helena M. Hoffman Piano Mrs. Marion DeGraw Voice Mrs. Doris C. McCormack Piano Oscar L. Nutter Cornet, Trombone, Saxophone Mrs. Leslie F. Bowen Piano Miss Charlotte Masten Plectral Instruments Miss Edith A. Eldred Piano Roderick T. Adams Trumpet Josef F. Nieke Cello and Double Bass Eric C. Norboom Clarinet and Saxophone Richard Storm Flute Secretaries: Misses Thelma Tate and Irene Zwilling. Folders and all information on request. Graduation Courses, Grade Certificates, Frequent Recitals 156 West Seventh Street Phone 22-824 Our Best Wishes to ACADEMY, CENTRAL AND EAST HIGH American Sterilizer Company ERIE, PA. Why Not Eat the Finest Next Time You Entertain Let Us Prepare the Food. Chocolates Bonbons Hard Candies Fudge Fancy Boxes Tea Room Lunch Dinner Fountain Drinks Mocha Cakes Devil’s Food Cakes Spice Cakes Cocoanut Cakes Birthday Cakes Individual Cakes Date Tortes Southern Baked Ham Mayonnaise French Dressing Russian Dressing Chicken Salad Chicken Broth SANDWICHES Chicken Salad Egg and Mayonnaise Ham and Pickle Pimento Cheese Peanut Butter Drop in the Next Time You Come Down Town. Miss Adams’ Candy Shop 15 West 10th St. Deliveries made any time day or night. XX Success— In the Public Utility Field Success is a reward (or supplying a needed Service to the Public ... if, when and as the Public choose to desire it. Erie Lighting Co. 21-23 West Tenth Street American-Hollow Boring Company HOLLOW BORED FORGINGS and STEEL SHAFTS ERIE PENNA. COMPLIMENTS OF THE BOSTON STORE XXI The telephone is an indispensable feature of modern life —a time saver—a trouble saver and often a life saver. The many advantages of a telephone cost as little as 9 cents per day—an extension telephone less than 3 cents per day more. MUTUAL TELEPHONE COMPANY 1896-1928 EMIIiWFia LUMber coMPANY ERIE, PENNA. Phone 22-743 Buffalo Road and East Ave. JARECKI MANUFACTURING CO. ERIE, PENNA. Manufacturers of PIPE, PIPE FITTINGS, VALVES AND COCKS, PIPE THREADING MACHINES COMPRESSOR GOVERNORS, PIPE VISES, OIL, GAS AND WATER WELL SUPPLIES. We carry the largest stock of Pipe, Pipe Fittings, and Valves in Northwestern Pennsylvania. PIPE CUT AND THREADED TO ORDER The Jarecki Line of Products has been the Standard for 76 years. XXII +• ■4 90 Degree, Eight Cylinder CADILLAC Standard of the World 90 Degree, Eight Cylindei LA SALLE Companion Car to Cadillac ROTH CADILLAC COMPANY Cadillac Service — Genuine Cadillac Parts — Equipment — Tires — Tubes to fit all cars. Dependable Used Cars. Genuine Duco Refinishing. Sales: 20-22 E. 8th. Garage: 17-23 E. • 7th. Used Car Dept.: 716 French St. FIRTIETH YEAR School and College A Recognized Institution for Commercial Training. Supplies The Student Body for the past year included students and graduates from 19 Colleges and Universities, 5 Normal Schools, 5 Academies, 5 Preparatory Schools, and 62 High Schools. The following courses of study are offered: Student Note Books, Art Supplies COLLEGE GRADE COURSES Business Administration. Higher Accountancy (Leading to C. P. A. Degree). Secretarial Science. Waterman and Parker BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES Fountain Pens Stenographic Secretarial Bookkeeping. Business Training. ‘Duggan -'Rider Company Write or telephone for Catalogue and Information. Erie Business College 729 State Street +—— Penn Building Erie Pa. L ' + XXIII COMPLIMENTS BUCYRUS-ERIE COMPANY BRASS AND COPPER TUBES BRASS AND COPPER RODS BRASS AND COPPER SHEETS PENN BRASS COPPER CO. Dial 2.2-347 ERIE, PENNA. H. F. Watson Company Manufacturers of ROOFINGS, BUILDING PAPERS, COAL TAR, and ASPHALT PRODUCTS, ASBESTOS MATERIALS Factories Main Offices ERIE, PENNA. Erie, Pa., Chicago, 111. + — — — — — — XXIV COMPLIMENTS Erie Malleable Iron Co. Erie, Pennsylvania YOUR HEALTH —and strength depends almost entirely upon the food you eat. Thousands of people are pale and weak because they do not eat enough protein bearing foods—such as meat. Schaffner Bros. Co., for the past forty years have been packers and distributors of good, clean, wholesome meats—meats which will furnish the proteins so necessary to your body. Look for the SOVEREIGN LABEL ON MEATS. Seliluraff Floral Co. Incorporated ! Masonic Temple j 30 West 8th St. Erie, Penna. j It is OUR Guarantee of Quality. Schaffner Bros. Co. ERIE, PENNA. XXV SPICK SPAN Congratulate the younger generation on their splendid scholastic achievements. Paint—Glass—Painters’ Supplies WHOLESALE RETAIL Pa int Headquarters 13— 6 State Streets ‘A TREAT TO EAT’ HILL-MILL VELVET ICE CREAM Manufactured and Distributed By HILL- MILL ICE CREAM CO. 212-214 East Eighth Street “Erie’s Only Owned and Operated Ice Cream Co.” Chas. “Buster” Brown, Owner. XXVI P U L A K O S 926 STATE ST. KEEPING PACE WITH SHOE STYLE Nothing Over $5.00 There's a big difference between fad and style. We don’t attempt to keep up with shoe fads but we do succeed in keeping up with shoe styles. The newest shoe styles may always be found here. So if you read about something new in shoes in an authentic style magazine, don’t hesitate to call on us for it. Most likely we shall have it for you. Traveler Shoe Store IN ERIE 810 STATE ST. LONGS (Incorporated) 917 State St., Erie, Pa. Long’s Smart Clothes make Well-Dressed Women TRY LONG’S FIRST DIAMONDS WATCHES 4! A WEEK THE STORE OF BETTER VALUES HIRSCH Credit Jewelers 1104 STATE ST. IT PAYS - - - XXVI1 WHERE ERIE'S YOUNGER SET MEET. Erie’s Oldest Confection and Soda Fountain Dainty Sandwiches and Soda Grill Tea Room HERC” CHACONA, Mgi Establishment. A house catering to the School Students. Ma-Made Bread Pure as Home-Made Baked in our modern humidified Traveling Oven. It “Keeps Fresh to the Last Slice” FIRGH BAKING CO. i I i “At All Good Grocers” “IS OATS ‘IS’ OR ‘ARE’?” Not long ago newspapers all over the country were giving quite a little space to a discussion between authorities as to whether the word ‘oats’’’ is singular or plural. As no spirit medium could be found who could get in touch with the shades of Noah Webster the argument remained unsettled and authorities continue to voice their opinions. Passenger Traffic Manager of the Burlington road contends for are.” Traffic Vice-president of the Burlington road contends for is. Chicago University voted for is. Northwestern University supported are. Harvard University for is.” Princeton University for is. Yale University for are. “IS OATS ‘IS’ or ‘ARE’?” Haller’s 3-Minute Oat Flakes f IS Which is it? or THE BEST I ARE JACOB HALLER CO. XXVlli PALACE HARDWARE HOUSE 1 1 i j I I Compliments of i CONGRATULATIONS Upon the ACHIEVEMENTS of ANOTHER YEAR SKINNER ENGINE COMPANY | i ERIE BRONZE CO. ERIE, PENNA. I 1 j © Nineteenth and Chestnut Streets I i | I ERIE, PENNA. XXIX H. N. THAYER CO. Manufacturers of CHILDREN’S CARRIAGES CARPET AND RUG LIFE AND BEAUTY Our scientific shampooing process means new life and beauty for old carpets and rugs. It is also an economical process. “You’ll be Delighted” BAUMANN BROS. Double Bee Cleaners 644 East 5th Street Mutual 22-253 Always a success with an mi ECKERD’S for your DRUGS AND TOILET GOODS GAS RANGE Made in Erie Sold and Serviced by ERIEZ STOVE MFG. 60. City Sales Dept. 11th at Peach Two Stores 1103—State Street—706 ERIE, PENNA. XXX National Supply Co. FINE PLUMBING FIXTURES PIPE VALVES and FITTINGS H. J. Conrath Co. Engineers and Constructors General Offices Ariel Bldg., Erie, Pa. SCHOOL BUILDINGS RECENTLY COMPLETED BY US. Roosevelt Jr. High, Erie, Pa. Harding School, Erie, Pa. Irving School, Erie, Pa. Glenwood School, Erie, Pa. Sacred Heart School, Erie, Pa. Mercy Hurst College, Erie, Pa. Roosevelt High, Altoona, Pa. St. Walburges School, Titusville, Pa. L. R. Eckles School, Farrell, Pa. Farrell High School, Farrell, Pa. Monroe High School, Monroe, N. Y. Palmyra High School, Palmyra, N. Y. The Good Store Since 1900 Many Nationally Advertized Furniture Lines Eriez Gas Ranges Bigelow Hartford Rugs Armstrong Linoleums Leonard Refrigerators Colonial and Miller Clocks EPP FURNITURE CO. 1307-1309 State Street ERIE, PENNA. MILLOY LUMBER COMPANY Planing Mill Products Hardware and Paints Lons Timbers Roofing Material Builders Supplies OFFICE AND YARDS 12TH AND CASCADE STS. TELEPHONES 23-614 23-615 23-616 XXXI VITALIC Bicycle Tires “ NOT EVEN A SIGN OF WEAR” And they haven’t been spared any either, boys— I’ve been over every kind of road with 'em. Haven't had a puncture or trouble of any kind since I’ve had them—they surely are “TOUGHER THAN ELEPHANT HIDE” and besides. They are made right here in ERIE by Continental Rubber Works ■ | McDANNELL PHOTO STUDIOS 342 East 11 th Street. 115 West 7th St. 1032 Peach Street At Your Service Always. ‘PROVIDE FOR THE RAINY DAY’ Charles Messenkopf Co. INVESTMENT SECURITIES ERIE TRUST BLDG. ERIE, PA. XXXII “On The Shelf” Is that where your hard-earned diploma will soon be hidden away? Why not preserve it and have it neatly framed by JOHN A. UEBEL ART GILDING SHOP 26 West 11th St. ERIE. PA. COMPLIMENTS OF CASCADE FOUNDRY CO. ERIE, PA. IMPERIAL BEVERAGE COMPANY BOTTLERS OF PURE, WHOLESOME, INVIGORATING IMPERIAL BEVERAGES You Have Been Taught the value of physical strength, sound health, good temper and self control. Your feet enter into all these. Your success in life may depend upon proper footwear, correctly fitted. WM. A. FEIST Comfortable Footwear 21 West Eighth Erie, Pa. XXXIII This book was printed by A. K. D. PRINTING COMPANY HIGH GRADE PRINTING, CATALOGS. FINE HALFTONE COLOR WORK. □□ SPECIALISTS IN SCHOOL ANNUALS □ □ 1507-13 Sassalras Street Telephone Mutual 24-396 ERIE, PENNA. XXXIV h ♦ ‘ I ' -? t. -r ’ • ' , r Af y S v? • . It . a'lJnrt v , A?.. .