El Reno High School - Boomer Yearbook (El Reno, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1907 volume:

PREFACE It has been said, and truly. “Thcro Is nothing new under the sun.” Although a thing may be new in one community, yet somewhere it has been known and tried before, or at least different phases of it in various com- munities. which may be combined In a novel way by an original thinker. It has long been the custom In large schools and colleges to edit at the close of the school year a book relating to the important events of the past year. These books vary In Interest, for the larger the school the more material for working up a more interesting book, the more money and the greater experience. In the past years pupils of the El Reno High School have never felt that the school had sufficient material or a large enough enrollment to assure the success of such an undertaking, nor had they the necessary Incentive in the person of a teacher sufficiently Interested. This fall, at the suggestion of the principal, the Juniors decided to establish a precedent for their successors, something to employ their time and attention. Accordingly the staff was elected and went to work. Having had no predecessors, in consequence they had all the problems to face that pioneers In any line have. Therefore the staff begs you to be very lenient, for it offers you Its best effort and hopefully prophesies that in years to come “The Blue and White” of E. H. S. will surpass any High School paper In the State. To the Faculty in Remembrance of Many Favors We the Classes of 1908 Respectfully dedicate This Book U LT Y SUPERINTENDENT F. N. HOWELL, A. R. After two years of preparatory work in Lane Uni- versity, located at Lecompton, Kan., Mr. Howell entered the Kansas State Normal, where ho remained a year and a half. After graduation he entered the University of Kansas and was graduated from that institution in 1894 with an A. B. degree. He then became principal of Fre- donia High School. At the end of three years he was elected principal of El Reno High School and in 1900 was elected to the Superintendency. In addition to the regu- lar duties devolving upon him as Superintendent, he teaches the subject of physics in the High School. If you will excuse the slang phraseology. Mr. Howell as a teacher is tlp-top.” He has taken an active part in educational work of Oklahoma. Ho has held the office of President of the Teachers Association, and at the present holds the office of Secretary of the Teachers and Pupils Reading Circle. That ho has proven himself a man of knowledge and a capable instructor is evident from the fact that he has held his present position so long and from the general satisfaction expressed by the patrons of the school. SUPERINTENDENT F. N HOWELL. A.B. N 4 KARL A. ROBINSON, B. S.. PRINCIPAL. Mathematics and Sciences. Prof. Robinson was graduated from the grammar school of Clinton, Iowa, in 1894 and after completing a course In Bpworth Seminary, continued his search for knowledge in Cornell College, located at Mt. Vernon, Iowa. From this institution he received a special dip- loma in education with his degree of bachelor of science in the year 1906. Having taught one year of rural school in Clinton County and served as principal of a graded school at Delaware, he came to us well qualified for his present po- sition. He has not only proven himself an able instruc- tor. but has made manifest his interest In the welfare of the students of the High School. That he has done much for the advancement of this institution is evidenced in the organization of the various basket ball teams, of a wide awake literary society for the girls and a debating society for the boys, all of which have done successful and commendable work. And it was at his suggestion that the editing of this Annual was undertaken. EARL A. ROBINSON B S MISS ALTMAN, A. B. Languages, Literatim and History. Miss Altman was graduated from the Hardy. Neb.. High School In 1900 and two years later from the Su- perior High School of the same state. She continued her education in the Presbyterian College, located at Em- poria. Kan., where she specialized in the languages and studied voice culture. From this college she received her A. B. degree In 1905, and after graduating from the Pedagogical Department also received a Kansas State teacher’s certificate. Having taught English and history in the Prepara- tory Department of college and one year of rural school, she came to us In 1906 an experienced and capable teacher, who has not only the ability to acquire knowl- edge, but has the happy faculty of imparting it to the students in such a manner as to arouse their Interest and desire for a more complete education. While directing the singing in chapel she made the music of High School both pleasant and instructive, hav- ing organized and successfully drilled a gils’ double quartette and a boys’ double quartette. MISS ALTMAN MRS MADDOX MHS. MADDOX. Comm Piri nl Department. Not until 1906 was the Commercial Department In- troduced into the High School, but it was then with Mrs. Maddox as the able instructor. She was graduated from Kingman High School In 1894 and continued her educa- tion for four terms in the Kansas State Normal at Em- poria. Following this she enterod the Wichita Business College and after completing a course there took an ex- amination under Isaac S. Dement of Chicago, whose text in shorthand is at present used In our .High School, and received a qualified teacher's certificate. She taught two and one-half years in the same school, where she held the position of principal In the typewriting department and teacher of shorthand. With six additional years of experience she came to us well qualified to hold her pres- ent position, and has won the respect and admiration of the pupils of the El Reno High School. MISS RAltHOUIt. A. It. History and Science. In the middle of the present year, because of the additional classes that had to be formed, it was necessary to add a new teacher to the faculty. To till this need Miss Rarbour came very highly recommended. Her en- tire higher education was procured at the University of Oklahoma, located at Norman, from which she was grad- uated in 1902 with an A. B. degree. She has the further qualification of having taught five and one-half years In the graded schools at Norman. Though Miss Barbour has been with us so short a time, she has proven herself a capable teacher and has won the respect of the students of the High School. MISS BARBOUR YE HIGH SCHOOL EL RENO And In the beginning, yea even as far back as the year 1893, was the High School founded and Hopkins, the wise, did for many years hold a good and firm sway over It. Even in a wooden building, so the myth sayeth. was it held, and Cole, the man of long lfmb. did strike into the hearts, terror, and knowledge into the minds of the disciples of Athena. And It came to pass in the first four cycles of time that a new and great temple was erected and to it did ail the thirstors after knowledge rush. So It happened at the end of the fourth cycle, to preserve accord and harmony, four followers of Pallas did with mighty speech and lengthy, take leave of the assemblage, yea even in the year 1897 did they fare forth to battle and strife with ignorance. There was Annie Hughes, the lovely; and Miss Gainer, the studious: with even two more who departed with them and of them all not one was of the gender masculine. In the course of time. Hopkins, of much knowledge, was called away and the concourse cried out with much confusion and babble for Cole. Cole, he of long limb, did accept the robe and scepter and much rejoicing was there at. Then for ages did events flow on and Athena reign- ed supreme, gaining many adherents to her cause and extending the bounds of her realm, yea even to the end and extremities of the earth. Valiantly did her sons contest for supremacy and many enemies did they con- quer. yea many foes were defeated upon the gridiron and much lamentation was in the campus of her enemies. So even in the lapse of centuries was Cole taken away and Howell, like unto his forebears In stature, was chosen upon. And some years later a loud cry went up from the multitude for a tribute to the Muses and great and vast were the preparations for festivity even so that the necessary funds might be raised. This thing was done and in the tenth year from its beginning was the High School possessed of a piano and in the following year but one were many books procured out of which songs were raised in praise of Zeus. Apollo and of Her- mes, of Hera Aphrodite and even to Hestia and Demeter were songs raised in tribute. Then was it rumored that a great and grand temple might be builded even of larger dimentions than the flrst. and intense was the excitement which was caused thereby. And great demonstrations were held such as never before had been soon and men spake one to the other saying that the sons of Pallas were indeed tire- less and mighty in the pursuit of knowledge. In the year of 1904 did It become a certainty that a new place of worship was to be erected and great were the re- joicing thereat. In the year 1905 did the great upheaval take place and mighty indeed were the convulsions which passed through the council chamber of Athens. Verily, I say unto you. that such a thing had never been seen before even in all the ages which had passed away. During this time many had gone from the temple but always, yea ever, were their places filled by new converts and in the year of 1906 was terror stricken Into the hearts of the timid until they were sore afraid, for the departing members, disgressing from the method of their predecessors, did not by speech incite and in- flame their auditors but rather did they play until much laughter was within them and even did it bubble con- tinually over until the chamber was filled with sound while the tinkle of many coins was in the ears of the digresso rs. And it came to pass that from much usage certain of the books of melody did become much frayed about the edges and many leaves were missing therefrom, so was it decided in full conclave and assembly that more and better should be procured. Liberally, yea, free- heartcdly, did the disciples respond, and from the sect of the Daughters of Eve, known by their connection with a certain game called Basket Ball, was tho sum of $10 received which same called much applause. All the aforesaid did happen in the year 1907 according to tho record of the scribes. Lo and behold, at the end of the same year did a band of ten go forth from the portals, well prepared and equipped even for to strive with the ancient enemy, ignor- ance, and that same band, together with all that had gone before, did number sixty. And the same was known as the twenty-third epoch. Even at the end of each year is a great feast held to which do come all of the desciples and thus doth end the first, yea. even the only history of the Temple of Athena at El Reno. J. GILBERT TOMPKINS. GLASSES r 4 SENIOR President. .. . Vice-President Secretary..... Treasurer.... Motto ........ Colors........ In the fall of 1903 some thirty-nine boys and girls entered the El Reno High School, and as fate decreed It, they have become known as the illustrious Class of ’07.” During the first term of their new school life they mas- tered their studies, much as all Freshmen did before, do now, and will continue to do, saying High School was fun. they did not have to work or study and the teach- ers gave short, easy lessons. If they did it was only because they judged the would-be-scholars to be un- able for heavier work. During the term of ’03-’04 these Freshmen organized, held class meetings, had good times, and various other things, but as the Sophomore star dawned they realized that fun was a thing of the past and that hard study was their lot for the future; some grew discouraged and dropped out of the class and High School life, but the faithfuls pushed bravely on. Having overcome Caesar and Geometry the Sopho- mores felt much more able to compete with the other classes for first place in valor, heroism, class spirit, etc. In the spring of 1905, the class of that year flung their banner to the four winds and the Soph’s immediately becoming angry, tore the emblem Into shreds, and broke CLASS .....Della Roberts. ...Hazel Jackman. ........Pearl Dlx. .....Effle Dowell. .....Immer Hoher Orange and White. in upon the wrath of the powers that be. I will mention here the fact that no more class emblems were seen on the flag staff. One night the class of ’06 got busy” and climbing the standpipe to a dangerous height placed thereon the Initial of every member of the class in flaming yellow paint. The next morning the Sophomores cast dark glances in the direction of the Juniors but they received only smiles in return. At nightfall the inhabitants in the vicinity of the stand- pipe were horror struck to see a figure slowly and labor- iously climb to the very top of the great structure. There the valorous Sophomore placed the Initial of all his class- mates and changed the former inscription E. H. S. ’07 to E. H. S. '06. The Juniors did not attempt to avenge themselves. As Juniors this great class of '07 were known as the most cunning, sly and courageous in school. The lo- cation of the High School had been changed and the new- building being much larger than the old It afforded better ways and means for various tricks to be played and feasts to bo held. A new terror, or rather an obstacle to these, now arose in the person of a new and strange Professor. However, it took the Juniors about a week to “size him up (pardon the slang phraseology), and then there was trouble. It seemed to every inmate of the institution as though those Juniors Just about ran the whole place. Lunches, picnics, cut classes and every thing imaginable, to worry and distress poor Zip,” as they irreverently called their professor. And yet, through it all the class, as a whole, did splendid work, (they entertained the graduating class of 1906 with one of the finest receptions in the history of the High School.' German. Physics, English Literature, and other slight obstructions, having been conquered, those Juniors carae back one bright September morn in 1906, as Seniors. At this time the class numbered only eleven, but they had the strength of many, indeed, it seemed almost that this class had believed and lived up to the theory of the survival of the fittest. Two boys and nine girls. Eight girls of the nine with the aid of four of the girls of ’08, formed a Basket Ball team and did some very commendable work. And now the Seniors are almost at the stopping point or rather nearing the first mile-stone on life's broad way. We, their fellow students, wish them all success, and are confident that they will win, for they will each, and every one. show that dominant spirit that so characterized their school life. CLASS YELL Seven come eleven; Seven come eleven; We'll get there in 1907. JUNIOR CLASS President ..........ELSIE CARTER Vice-President____JESSIE WARING Secretary . . FLORENCE LA URYFit Treasurer ..........OPAL KELLEY Colors—Crimson and black. Motto—-Ad astra per aspera. The present Junior Class of the El Reno High School is one of the most brilliant which has ever adorned that seat of learning. It is also a very valua- ble class, for Its collections are: One Garnet, two Amethysts, two Bloodstones, one Agate, one Sardonyx, three Chrysolites, one Opal, one Topaz and three Tur- quoise. The class now numbers only seventeen, although an eighteenth member was enrolled at the beginning of the year. Pressing financial matters, however, ren- dered it impossible for him to keop up his attendance and the class mourns the absence of one of its best ap- pearing masculine members. But to commence at the beginning: The years 1888, 1889, 1890 and 1891 saw the birth of the various youngsters who comprise this class. Thence upward through the grades in widely separated sections of the United States until three years ago they stood as part of the Freshman Class of the El Reno High School. Still upward they struggled through the quaking sub- mission of Frcshmanhood and the bare toleration of Sophomoreship until they now constitute the passing Junior Class, while close before looms the coveted goal of Seniority. Before proceeding It may be well to mention that the class holds in its embrace a historical landmark in the person of Mr. James Gilbert Tompkins, who has the proud distinction of being the first boy hatched in the city of El Reno. Only three have joined the class since that memora- ble day when its debut was made from the grades: Miss Mabel Stephens, whose previous High School experience was at Brookfield, Mo.; Miss Elsie Carter, who for- merly attended the Stillwater High School, and Miss Ethel McCafferty, by whom the Garborn High School was honored. Last year the first effort was made toward class organization, but it was so close to the end of the term that no badges were secured. Colors were selected, bronze and blue being chosen. Mr. Simon Tanncbaum was elected President; Mr. Lewis Hensley. Vice Presi- dent; Miss Elsie Carter, Treasurer, and Miss Jessie War- ing. Secretary. Nothing of importance was undertaken and no socials were held. At the beginning of the past year the class was or- ganized and Miss Elsie Carter was chosen President: Miss Jessie Waring, Vice President: Miss Florence La Bryer, Secretary, and Miss Opal Kelley, Treasurer. Red and black were selected as colors and very neat badges obtained. Socials were occasionally indulged in. The class enjoyed the distinction of keeping its Hag on the school building for one-half day and recovering the same. The grand banquet given the Seniors on May 22nd marks the culmination of the year's efforts and the class bids fair to be a strong branch of the parental stem next year. ('LASS YELL Crimson and black: Sharp as a tack; Juniors. Juniors. Yakety Yak. ■ JUNIOR JUNIOR ROLL ELSIE CARTER: Born to rule and reign. Our beloved president al- ways wants (Moore). ELLEN LA BRYER: A handsome young lady, with a fair haired young man and a grey automobile always at her disposal. MABEL STEPHENS: A young lady of gypsy liko appearance well skilled In the use of the oculars. LEWIS HENSLEY: One third bass voice, one third tenor voice, and one third fudge. ARCHIE HANKS: Terribly and horribly wise In Geometry. ZOA HUNT: A sweet child who loves to go to Sunday School. BLANCHE PYLE: Her sweet voice is always heard In Sunday School entertainments. Indeed her warbling qualities are said to equal those of a nightingale. SIMON TANNEBAUM: Our worthy manager is very fond of the truth. GILBERT TOMPKINS: A nice boy. The author of some most refreshing poetry. ETHEL McCAFFERTY: A descendant from Scotland’s sunny isle. One can always see her studiously bending over her books. ROLL FLORENCE LA BRYER: Cheeks so rosy, eyes so bright, hair as black as darkest night. JOSIE KRALL: As wise as a serpent and as harmless as a dovo. She always proves her Geometry theorems very “res- pectfully.'' OPAL KELLY: Oh! How her fingers fly over the keys as she plays. Rock of Ages.” “Music hath charms to soothe the savage breast.” JESSIE WARING: Pretty cheeks and eyes of dark brown, one of the sweetest girls in town. MINNA JENSEN: The “Dcutch lady of the class. She will chatter German for you free of charge any time you care to lis- ten. LURA COOK: Our dignified editor never wastes much electricity In studying. It is all spent in deciding how to look at- tractive the next day at school. EDITH CLARK: A merry winter sprite, tall and slender, characteriz- ed by the happy way she calls to you “Christmas Gift.” MILDRED LAIRD: A young lady who writes letters on the typewriter. Generally love. SOPHOMORE CLASS President.................................Maude Peters. Treasurer...............................Matilda Dreuer. Colors..............................Crimson and Cream Motto.........................Constantia Omnia Vinclt At the beginning of the term of school In the year 1905 a largo band of Freshmen entered the El Reno High School. They wore about forty-two In number. This class of '09 was certainly an exception to most Freshmen. Instead of being rather backward about expressing them- selves and feeling a little bit like strangers, they at onco took the whole school Into their hands. About the first month this body organized, chose their officers, col- ors, mottoes, yells, etc. This was more than any other Freshmen Class, previous to this had done. The next thing they wished to do was to have a social class meet- ing. Of course they were young and Innocent and did not know the ways of the world and did not know the harm of letting the fact out that they were to have a party. They talked freely among themselves and to any others that inquired. Things went ofT nicely until about ten o’clock when ready to serve refreshments and the hostess wont to get the ice cream, greatly to their embarassment, none was there. What could have be- come of It? This question was answered by a confusion of running and smothered laughter, outside. By this timo the whole class was aroused and went out of doors to find the marauders, but saw nothing but an empty freezer and a plate with a few scattered crumbs on it. This set them down so hard that they were not able to rise to their feet again until 1906. By this time their number was reduced to fourteen and although this was a great decline they had lost none of their ’•freshness” or class spirit. The first thing they wished to do was to ini- tiate the (what they deemed their inferiors in know- ledge) Freshmen. After they had received them with open arms, and of course tried to make them feel very much at ease, they felt as though they had done their duty as older students. If there was ever a class that had what they called class spirit” it was certainly this one of 1909. They wished to show their colors immediately at the beginning of the term, as was manifested to their fellow students about two weeks after the beginning of school, from the flag staff on Central School building. This class might well be compared to a python. It Is a very dangerous and fierce reptile and will strike down any thing in its path when it has long been without food, but when its hunger is appeased is as gentle and comely a creature as can be imagined. Thus after this class of '09 had hoisted their flag they were satisfied not to take another taste for about two months. Then their great appetite gained complete control of them again when the class of '08 was being entertained at the home of one of Its members. These marauders slipped up to the house, unlocked the door and pushed in. Of course they were treated very kindly by the Juniors, asked to be seated and for a time behaved very nicely, but soon this insatiable appetite drovo them to search for something to cat. However they were not able to find anything—for who would think of looking under the bed to find such things? Finally the noble Juniors took pity on them and served crackers and water. They seemed to enjoy this immensely and at 10 o'clock took their departure and went” at the suggestion of the Juniors who told them that it was time for all good children to be in bed.” The quiet period following this outburst continued for the remainder of the year and thus ended the second epoch of the History of the Class of 1909. CLASS YELL Crimson and Cream. Crimson and cream; Sophomores. Sophomores. We're no dream. We don’t shine. Rut we get along fine; And we’ll quit the business In 1909. PHOTO ■� J. • «MUCH FRESHMAN CLASS President.... Vice-President Secretary..... Treasurer... . Colors........ Motto......... On September 10, 1906, about 7:30 a. m. as the sun looked down on the Central School in El Reno, we saw, wandering about and looking idly around, a crowd of boys and girls. Do not think for a minute that there was one separated from the crowd. In fact, they looked as though they would have sunk from existence had they been shaken apart And you ask who these are? Why should you ask? Three words tell the tale. “They were Fresh- men” Who else would be at the building a half hour before time for class. But of course we excuse them as they were slightly embarrassed and wished to look around and see what they could. They did not stay out of doors but a few minutes. As they went rushing madly up the Btalrs the teachers came out of their rooms with be- wildered expressions on their faces. Could this mob in any way be stopped or persuaded to make less noise? No, they were like stampeded cattle. Their own lives were in danger as they did not seem to see each other but the larger ones were simply running over the smaller ones. Not taking time to remove their wraps in the hall, they all went at the same speed as they had come up the stairs Into the assembly room and again ran over each ..........Wanna Kintzley ...............Joe Shell .............George Rice ............Mlgnon Carter Old Rose and Nile Green. .....Rowing not Drifting other, all trying to get in the back row of seats. The principal at once began to search for paper that they might enroll and he could enlist their names in his de- merit book. Finding he could not write fast enough and mark the demerits, he commanded in a very stern voice that they should first remove their wraps and hang them up, and then bring their books and sit as near the front as possible, leaving a seat between them. Thus the confusion became subdued somewhat until they were call- ed to class. Directions wero given them to move quietly across the hall to the recitation room. About this time the superintendent became alarmed at the rush up the stairs to his office. Having Inquired into the cause and learning they were seeking their recitation room, he at- tempted to tell them which was their room. After starting into every other room in the building and being told as many times which was the proper one. they fin- ally rushed into the right one where they found the teach- er nervously pulling his hair and wondering if the pu- pils had gone home or what had become of them. There was a repetition of this act at overy class that day and In fact for several days. A little later when they had discovered that the other classes were organized bodies, having social meet- ings, etc., they decided to organize. Reing rather timid they had the principal announce in chapel that there would be a Freshmen Class Meeting in the library, at 11:45. At this time this great body went hurrying there to see what was going to be done, not hardly know- ing whether it was a safe step or not. Now what was to be done? After spending about a half hour quibbling about what to do they decided to adjourn until some time whon they could get the aid of the principal, who was ever ready to give advice. So about a week later the Freshmen Class Meeting” was again announced. This time they procured the aid of the principal and succeed- ed in choosing their officors, colors, mottoes, etc., and since then have been having splendid times at their so- cial meetings as well as doing excellent work in school. Although this class of 1910 seemed a hopeless case at first, the El Reno High School is now very proud of them and they bid fair to pass the first mile stone in their career at the ond of this term. CLASS YELL Freshmen, Freshmen. When? When? When? We'll be Seniors 1910. ► MOTO ■� J, a. IMUC� ADVICE TO FRESHMEN Don't hesitate to talk In the hall. It's your prlv- lege. Don’t walk lightly as you pass from one recita- tion room to another; other people like to hear the noise. All the classes make commotion; why shouldn’t you? When you come Into the assembly room laugh and talk without permission. Don't ever have your lessons prepared; the teacher will consider the source;they know you are going through High School on tho line of the least resistance. When you drop chalk or erasers on the floor don't stop to pick it up, there’s plenty more such things for your use—or misuse. Don't fail to cut classes in order to go up town, It gives much evidence of your class spirit, Always clap your hands if anything out of the ordinary happens. The higher classmen enjoy the knowledge that you are pleased, you know. When you are reproved always laugh in the face of your super- ior. It's polite. If you wish to, throw paper on the floor. The school room isn't your home and it makes little difference if it is neat or otherwise. When you have feasts and spreads deposit the remnants in the new biding place. Miss Gerrer knows where it Is. Don’t forget to play Basket Ball during school hours, even if it does annoy the classes, they won’t object as long as you're out of other mischief. When the instructor from the depths of his great heart, excuses you from the reci- tation do all you can to bother the remaining pupils by passing and re-passing the door, making the poor, less fortunate ones feel like, well, anything but what a well regulated pupil should feel. OWED TO SUB-FRESHMEN Oh! Those bloomin’ star beginners. Gee Whizz! Their minds wero soda water. All fizz; The material In their brains. Would not pay you for the pains Of hearing them recite. Gee Whizz! Oh! those foolish under Freshmen, Littlo chap. On the slightest provocation They would clap; They would clap and keep on clapping Till the teacher came a' rapping. On their pates just gently tapping; Little chap. The superlative of wisdom. Freshmen Class. But you changed your mind on seeing it. En masse. For the stone it most resembled Was the bright and flashing em'rald. When alone It was ensembled; Freshmen Class. But there’s some good can be said about them Maybe. They were really interesting Just like— Baby. And their merry little pranks Of the kind which merit spanks. Wore very cute and quite diverting— Maybe. of I THE ALETHEAN LITERARY SOCIETY President...................................Lura Cook Vice-President......................Florence La Dryer Secretary........................................Anna Libby Treasurer.............................Zita Montgomery Motto........................Vestigia nulla restorsum Color............................................Gold Yell.. .Tra-la-la-tra-la- A-L-E-T-H-E-A-N—Aletheau. Until this year our High School had no Literary Society, but through the efforts of Professor Robinson and Miss Altman, the girls became interested In things literary and In November organized a society under the name Alethean. It took some time for the organization to become well established on account of the Interfer- ence of the Christmas holiday spirit, but In January the society began to Increase In numbers and interest and has advanced In a mannor most marvelous. Every Fri- day afternoon at three o’clock the meeting Is called to order by the presiding officer. The program is then rendered. These are very high class entertainments consisting of musical and literary numbers. The pro- grams arc open to any one and the public, especially high school pupils are invited to attend. As former president. Miss Carter, said In her inaugural address to the Aletheans; “Probably no society ever had In its be- ginning a greater number of accomplished and talented girls.” The society has already done much In bring- ing the more retiring girls of the High School to the front and all the classes seem more congenial one to another. From a membership in the beginning of about twenty the society has grown until it now numbers thirty six; an increase of sixteen in three months, which we consider very good, considering that this is the first Literary Society In the E. H. S. and many of its stu- dents are now aware of the many advantages. We hope next year the Interest along this line will be so great that the organization of at least one more society will be necessitated. PHOTO ev I. «MUCH THE BOYS' DEBATING CLUB President .........HARRY RLAKK Vice President ...MARCUS TRUITT Secretary..........THOMAS SHUTTER Treasurer ALMOX TIXKELPAUGH Critic .....................PROP. ROBINSON Colors—Purple and white. Yell— Hi linkity, linkity lo; We’re not slow. Who says so? He’s out of his mind; so lo so lo! Rickety rockety, rockety rub; Hurrah for the Roys’ Dotaiting Club. It was at the suggestion of Mr. Harry Blake that Professor Robinson called a meeting of the boys of the High School, about the middle of January. The object of this meeting, as stated by the Professor, was to or- ganize a literary debating society. After a few short talks by the different persons present upon the advan- tages of such a club, the majority were enthused with the Idea. This was the founding of the Boys’ Debating Club. Within a short time the club was organized and officers elected. The object of the club Is to cultivate in its mem- bers the art of public speaking and to increase their knowledge of parliamentary usages. In order to attain the former end dobates, essays, orations and readings are placed upon the programs, and to attain the latter end mock bills are introduced and the business is car- ried on under the most rigid observance of Roberts’ Rules of Order. The club also holds mock trials in or- der that its members may become more familiar with the proceedings of the court. (This club intends to grad- uate several lawyers during the next few years—Hanks and Blake, for instance.) The club has met the Alethcan Literary Society in two debates and has received a challenge from Enid. The challenge, however, was not accepted, because of unsatisfactory stipulations, and was then withdrawn be- cause the time consumed in making satisfactory agree- ments would throw the debate too late in the season. Considering the short time since its organization, and the fact that it is the first of its kind in the High School, the club has met with a most remarkable success, the enthusiasm and spirit manifested in it being most extraordinary and exceptional. PHOTO IV J. . SHUCK GIRLS' BASKET BALL In the year ‘04-'05 the girls of the High School first attempted to organize a basket ball team. Mr. Dale P. Koontz. the principal, gave them his assistance, but be- cause of the lack of supporters among the students the team was disbanded before any matched games were played. Nevertheless those who practiced were better prepared for the games to come. During the year 06-’06 nothing was done to in- crease the interest in the athletics, so it was not until the year ’06-’07 that much attention was paid to the organization of the basket ball team. Our new princi- pal. Earl A. Robinson, spent much of his time with the girls, practicing three or four times a week with them. It was through his efforts that the team at last thought themselves sufficiently skilled for a matched game. As a result Kingfisher High School was challenged, and to our delight they accepted. The entire High School was by this time much inter- ested and every day when the team was preparing for their opponents, crowds of students were on the grounds to note the increase In the skill of the players. When the appointed Saturday arrived thrlty-flve of the El Reno students were almost breathlessly await- ing the beginning of the game in the Kingfisher hall. At the end of the first half our hearts almost sank, for we had only one chance to cheer while Kingfisher had made thirteen points. During the intermission all the players received their share of advice and the whistle was blown to again take position. We were still hopeful, and when our champion for- ward, Hazel Jackman, made a field throw almost the first thing, the hall would scarcely sustain our cheers. We continued to make points and prevented Kingfisher from gaining a single one. so that when time was called the score was 13 to 11 in favor of Kingfisher. Although the game was lost, we were quite proud of our girls, since the game had been so close and not played in the open field, where our team was accustomed to playing. It was after midnight when El Reno re- sounded with the cheers of those returning from their first though lost game. Oklahoma City having accepted a challenge, about twenty of the students. Including the players, journeyed to that far away land to try their luck again. The team was well entertained by the Oklahoma City girls, but the game was not near so exciting as the first. The re- sult was 13 to 8 in their favor. Our next attempt was the return game with King- fisher. Despite our efforts this game was also as unsuc- cessful as the others, and when the score was anounced to be 12 to 8 In their favor we determined to win the next game or call it our last. A hall was rented and our principal practiced every night with the girls for two weeks previous to the return game with Oklahoma City. The hall was packed and the delight of the El Renoites could scarcely be expressed when we won the game by a score of 17 to 11. Although only one game was won this season wc do not consider ourselves beaten, but only bettor pre- pared to play a strong game next season. The Freshmen and Sophomores also organized a team In the year of '06-’07 which did good work and furnished excellent practice for the first team. � PHOTO BY J. A. IHUCK THE LOST Candidly, Mr. O'Flahartay was Just a trifle unsteady on bis pedal extremities when he came home at moon the other evening. Mrs. O’Flaharaty was away, and of course the cook was absent. Mr. O'Flaharaty had put the key In a se- cure hiding place after locking the door when he started for town, but for the life o’ him he could not recollect the exact location of that spot. His mental machinery was somewhat gummy and it took some time for him to realize that he must find that key or break in. Omitt- ing the brogue, this Is what followed: “Sure, and maybe I put it in the coal bin or—hie or in the hayloft. I might have dropped It down the— hie—well, though, or perhaps ’tis on the goat's left horn I hung it.” Here thought failed him and he started on his voy- age of discovery. Well might his gait be compared to that of a ship on the waves. The first obstruction that he encountered was the ash can. Stumbling against it roused his ire, and he kicked the offending can with all his strength. The pet corn on his big toe formed the connection between foot and can. A howl of pain burst from him and for the en- suing flvo minutes he nursed the foot and vowed ven- geance upon the key. The next difficulty with which he met was the clothes line. It caught him Just beneath the chin, and so force- fully did the ground rise to meet him that he could do nothing but lay and gasp for the space of several mo- ments. Then further maledictions were hurled at tho devoted key while he recovered his feet and also his men- tal equilibrium as far as possible. Just at this Juncture the goat appeared, and if the DOOR KEY key was not there the left horn certainly was, for falling to recognize Mr. O'Flaharaty as his master, and follow- ing the time-honored custom of his kind, the goat charged, with the result that Mr. O'Flaharaty landed in the half dug cave which occupied a portion of the back yard, some ten feet from where he stood. A perfect ga- laxy of stars rose from the surrounding objects which Mr. O'Flaharaty lay quietly admiring, while the goat, de- ciding that his enemy was hors de combat, departed for pastures new. Loud and deep were the exclamations ut- tered by Mr. O'Flaharaty when returning consciousness brought him to a realization of his condition, but they neither mended his torn garments nor alleviated the pain which radiated from the dome-shaped lump on the back of his head. His energies in the searching line being about ex- hausted. he decided to try breaking in. The windows on the ground were all fastened, but after hard and care- ful deliberation he arrived at the conclusion that the one in his upstairs bedroom was open. A trellis covered with vines ran up to it and what easier than to climb up, crawl in the window and tumble into bed? Mentally patting himself on the back, he set about his task. Slowly and laboriously, with many muttered ejacu- lations, ho drew himself up about twelve feet. Here he stopped to rest, and forgetting to keep a tight hold, his treacherous fingers slipped and he fell. A resounding grunt was emitted as he reached the ground, or rather the sudden stop put him to sleep, and soon his peaceful snores woro tho only sounds that broke the silence. Several hours later he awoke with a clear mind and returning to the front door he found the key—In the lock. J. GILBERT TOMPKINS. HIGH SCHOOL A stands for Annual, edited by '08; We hope It has met with a most happy fate. R stands for Blanche, one of those who know all; She always comes at the minister's call. C is for cutting classes, lots of fun; Not nearly so much after It’s done. D stands for Deutsch, which the Juniors learn; When in trouble, to it they always turn. E stands for Edith, so very strong. Who is not very fat, but still very long. F stands for Florence, the teacher's pet. Whose tender words she cannot forget. 0 stands for Globe, which on the piano stands; On Its surface the Freshmen find all well known lands. H stands for Hazel, a little Senior girl; See her standing there In company with Pearl. 1 stands for Iola, a smiling Senior beauty; She Is one who always does her duty. J stands for Josle, a comely little girl, Who wears down her back a long, yellow curl. K is for kicking foot balls, which boys love to do. But Indeed, It Is played by a select few. L stands for Lura, our editor dignified. Whose learning Is not by grave looks signified. M stands for Marcus, the Senior boys.” Although but few. they make lots of noise. N stands for napping. In which you arc apt to be caught; Then up to a justice you'll surely be brought. ALPHABET O stands for Opal, our piano she'll play; When any one asks her. she'll never say “nay.” P stands for Pearl, she plays basket ball; She is so graceful, and also quite tall. Q stands for quiet, which in High School should reign; But the noise which ensues gives all teachers pain. R stands for Robinson, our teacher very kind. One who sees not his good traits would surely be blind. S stands for Simon, who the Annual manages; Since It is edited we'll sue him for damages. T stands for tricks, which the students do play. For you know they grow weary of study all day. U stands for Uneeda biscuit, and eat them Seniors will; Then when they've finished eating, to father they'll send the bill. V stands for valentines, which girls receive; That they come from the boys is of couse not hard to believe. W stands for wisdom, which the Freshmen think they own: But really 'tis wisdom by which Juniors are known. X is the unknown quantity which worries the Algebra Class 'Tis also the unknown grade which if found will tell whether they pass. Y stands for you. who read this interesting book; If you’re found on Its pages just take a good look. V. stands for the zoo. mamma takes the Freshman there. And they see the zebra, the lion and the bear. HOW TWO G Mary and Jennie arc seated in a big arm chair, in front of a fire place studying history. “Say, Jenie, said Mary, you ask me the questions first and then I'll ask you. “All right, when did Alexander capture the Per- sians?” “Well, now let me see, it must have been about. Oh! I don’t know when it was. Say did you go to the opera last night?” “Yes I did,” said Mary, “and it was just fine. Did you see Grace's new hat? That was the only reason she went. “Yes I knew it was, and I don't think the hat is a bit pretty either. answered Jennie, Rut Mary we must got our lessons, or the Professor will storm, he Just nearly scares me to death when he gets to scolding so much. Alexander discovered America In 1492, oh! I mean Persia. No, interrupted Mary, “it wasn't either, because I remember what a swell reception was given Colum- bus for discovering it. I think it was New York that gave him the reception.” “How do you know that? When I was in the eighth grade my teacher told me. Oh! Didn’t El Reno give Fairbanks a swell recep- tion?” asked Jennie. Pooh! his reception wasn’t any thing compared to Bryan’s, and besides Bryan gave us a talk.” IRLS STUDY Why Mary you are not a Democrat are you?” ‘Of course I am, my papa says— Yes, and my papa says—” Just then a third voice was heard to say, Girls, that is not history.” So both left off politics. The next question,” said Jennie, “is about the Persian wars.” Oh! I know all about that. It was between Grecco and England, and they were lighting over Florida; then the United States took a part and whipped them both,— afterwards she added Florida to herself.” Oh! say Mary are you going to the ball game Sat- urday?” Of course I am. Jennie I didn't tell what time they fought the Persian wars. Well it was the same time Balboa discovered the Mississippi, and that was during Wahington's presidential term, becauso I know he rode his gray horse straight to the river—as soon as ho heard about it. Oh! say, Mary, Papa is going to get me a new ring for the party tomorrow night.” I am so glad, mamma said she would get mo a new locket and I saw a swell one in the Jewelry window today.” Oh. we have studied nearly two hours! “Goody, I know my lesson.” So do I, lets go and flinish that new novel we were reading yesterday.” BEA MOUNT INSPIRING SENTIMENTS AND REFLECTIONS Wo have gono thus far, folks.” “I want you to understand I’m master of the situation. Supposln.' Why. children, you ought to know that.”—Prof. Howell. History repeats itself.” I would like to have the stopping talk.” “The person who cannot refrain from whispering is depraved.” I'd rather bo right than be president. —Prof. Robinson. “I cannot say with Caesar, 'Veni vidi vici.’ ”—Miss Altman. That's just what I was going to say.”—Pert Sub- Freshman. Give mo liberty or give me death.”—Pearl Dix. Well, now, are we going to have our pictures taken?”— Here's to you.”—Miss Jackman. “ 'TIs against the rules.”—Miss Altman. There were two little girl in geometry class On whom Prof. Robinson a compliment would pass. 'You dear young ladles,' pleasantly said he, Know entirely too much geometry.’ ” March 17, my wedding day.”—Blanche. February 22, George Washington’s birthday. My birthday! Which is the greater man?”—Prof. Robinson. Miss Waring is trying to transform Milton's Para- dise Lost.”—Fetal Kay. Edith—Why isn't Ihm in the Acc? Miss Altman—Oh. because it follows Toot (thut). I haven’t time to draw my breath or my salary. — Prof. Robinson. “You are old enough to behave yourselves.”—Miss Altman. Why doesn’t Mabel go with other boys? Oh, be- cause she Is looking for a True it.” You ought to see Walker Whiteside.”—Miss Stephens. This is not right in any way at all whatever.”— Miss Altman. Miss Altman the bell doesn’t ring.”— I’ve had experience In that. I’ve seen that. —Miss Stephens. Not knowing, I feel a delicacy In articulating for fear of prevaricating.”—Herr Tannebaum. “Is that impossible?”—The Senior Boys. CALENDAR. ELECTRIC LIGHT IS THE November. ONLY SATE LIGHT FOR CLOSETS Nov. 15. Nov. 23. The girls’ Alethean Society was organized. Ono of the Junior girls is enjoying Erathema. Nov. 25. The manager of the girls’ basket ball team looks as If she had the mumps, but I guess it’s sim- ply toothache. Nov. 26. Wanted—A re- cipe for soap bubbles, by Prof. Howell. The Junior Physics class is ignorant. December. Absolutely no danger from fire. Every closet should . _ . have one. Besides being safe it is a convenience too Dec. 7. The girls’ basket .. ... , „ . . great to be without. Haven’t you been groping ball team won a victory over , ' . ... t around in the dark long enough? the Oklahoma City team in � a matched game played here. Dec. 12. We don’t like to sing any more because we can’t sing “Tho Boys W’ont Up to Klngflsher.” t,lio Scntor bo” arc ,c El Reno Gas Electric Co. ;; H. T. Smith, President Chas. L. Engle, Cashier W. T. Malone, Asst. Cashier - ;; Otto A. Shuttee, Vice-Pres. Dayton Munsell, “ Cashier !! (Sxtmm Natinnal lank EL RENO. OKLAHOMA :: ;; Capital $50,000; Surplus and Profits $25,000 :: Deposits $800,000 United tatrs Dfpnfliturij • ’ DIRECTORS ;; H. T. Smith, J. T. Allison, F. L. Winkler, C. O. Blake !! • C. L. Engle H. Lassen Otto A. Shuttee ” : H w H-x x-x-:x-x i-x- x-xx-x-x Xr x-x x-:-- i- Xr-:-x-x-x-xxx -Xr x-x x x x-x-x-xx- x-x • CALENDAR. January, ’07. 1807 is her and next year will be our year—1908. Jan. 5. Two of the Junior class's most brilliant young ladies are engaged In writ- ing “potry.” Jan. 10. Mr. Jarasky of Norman lectured in the au- ditorium on What It Means to be an Engineer. Jan. 25. The High School is the happy recipient of twenty-two new Freshmen, who wander aimlessly thro' the hall with the happiest of smiles on their faces. Mr. Robinson most graciously allowed the upper classmen to welcome them by giving the High School yells. Jan. 31. A very delight- ful musicale was given by Prof. Howell and the Junior class in the laboratory. Mr. Howell gave a most entranc- ing number on the sonome- ter. There was also a very musical organ pipe. x-x-xx m-x x-h-x Post Office Book Store Edith Setzer, Prop• Cigars, Magazines, Post-Cards, Office and School Supplies THIS DRUG STORE Is conducted on principal of rectitude and square dealing. I We compound prescription exactly as written by the physician. I No substitution. £ We sell PURE Drugs and standard medicines at low prices. Our rubber goods and sick room supplies are of the best qual- ity made. Toilet articles and perfumes sold here are brands of known value. We have what you want and give you what you ask for. No price inducement ever tempts us to buy, or would any profit incentive justify us in selling anything of inferior quality. C. R. MILLER CO. DRUGGISTS FOOLISHNESS. Prof. Howell—To what is the angle of incidence. Mr. Truitt? Miss Stephens—The angle of reflection. Prof. Howell—Mabel, your name is not Truitt yet. Teacher. Monday morning—Name a very small quantity. Tho Wise Alethean—The B. D. C. Simon—We all had a fine lesson in geometry today. John—Who recited. Simon—Oh. me and Hanks. Gilbert—Do you expect to go to Heaven. Professor? Professor—Certainly. Gilbert—Well, the unexpected always happens, don’t it. Professor? Freshman Anna—I smell burning cabbage. Sophomore Harry—You’ve got your head too near the radiator. Robinson, to Josie (who is attempting to draw a circle)—Let me show you how to hold your hand. Miss Josie. Professor in Physics—The things of which I am ignorant would fill a very small volume. The Public (in despair)—How can we get rain? E. H. S. Student—Oh, have the Aletheans and B. D. C. debate. FRYBERGER’S BIG DOUBLE STORE If you get it there, it is the best, IN STYLE, AND THE PRICE IS REASONABLE If You Are in Need of Seeds or Poultry Supplies CALL AT JOE W A RUNG’S SEED STORE CALENDAR. February. Feb. 1. The grades have placed their new piano in the lower hall. Feb. 4. Dr. Eichelberg- or. who is conducting a re- vival at the Presbyterian Church, spoko in chape) this morning. Feb. 11. What a shame Mr. Howell is wasting his life teaching school when he could be on the stage as a magician. Feb. 14. Rev. Carter and Mr. Yamamoto, recently from Japan, were visitors at the chapel this morning. Feb. 15. Prof. Robinson says we're dcpravod. Well, maybe we are. Feb. 20. Lee Rhodes, a former member of the class of '08, is a visitor this morn- ing. Feb. 22. The renowned Prof. Robinson and George Washington's birthdays. Mr.Robinson can’t tell which is the greater. b x -x-xx x -xx-x xx-xx x X Xx-xx-xx X XX+ xx -xx :-H-r •x-xh-x-w- Happy Colors You know that there are colors which signify sadness, others which indicate happiness—but do you ever stop to think how often people are made sad or glad because of the colors? You know that children and flowers thrive best in the sunshine. Why not have more sunshine in your own home, then—why not let us show you how to get it In the walls by using iUabasii € The Sanitary Wall Coating By having your walls decorated with Alabastine you will make them more artistic, more dur- able, more sanitary, and will make your home a more cheer- ful place to live in. 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Mr. Simon Tan- nebaum, Mr. Edward Men- ger. Miss Zita Montgomery and Miss Ethel Mott Miss Montgomery took the place of Miss Stephens, who was ill. March 11. Frce-of-all- charge lectures are given by Prof. Robinson at all hours of the day. on all sorts of subjects. Come ye to the chapel and hear. March 20. Rev. Fife and Mr. Saunders, Christian ev- angelists, visited us during chapel this morning. March 22. Rev. Scott and Prof. Wade, Baptist evange- lists. entertained us at chap- el this morning. SAM TANNEBAUM Star Clothier and Furnisher Sells the Best Known Brands of Merchandise Stetson Hats, $4.00 to $7.50 Crossett Shoes $4.00 to $5.00 Parisian Brand Clothing $10.00 to $20.00 Stein Block Clothing $20.00 to $50.00 I! Complete Stock in all Lines of Men’s and Boys’ Up-to-date Furnishings. SAM TANNEBAUM, 108 S. Rock Island ; tl-i“i H- M XH x x-w- x- r-X : X x x xx x--X X--x-:--x� :--: :--: :-x-:-:xx H x-w--x -x-x- H. R. Canon Co SHOES THAT’S ALL 121 S. Rock Island Ave. FOOLISHNESS. What out-door game do the Senior boys play? •Oh mostly ‘Goff.’ I believe.” Professor in Physics—Miss La Bryer. when is a body in motion? Miss La Bryer. absently—Why. when it Is moving. Robinson: Now let us have ‘Little Drops of Wa- ter again, and do please put a little spirit in it. Miss Barbour—What do you think of Shelley’s poems? Elhel S. (thinking of Joe Shell)—I think they're awfully sweet. Tl� e Junior Girl. Tho' not so great In size. In German she is wise. And she’ll talk It to you any time of day: But in Geom she falls down. And In English she’s a clown. And her physics book Is always in the way. Say. in Latin she is there. And no one will ever dare To say to her. Oh. you’re not educated:” For in German she’s a stunner. And in Cicero a hummer. Although th other studies are much hated. H. C. BRADFORD. President R. S. TRULOCK, Vice-President L. A. WILSON. Cashier J. O CHAMNESS, Asst. Cash. THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK EL RENO. OKLAHOMA CAPITAL. SURPLUS AND PROFITS $65,000 WE PAY INTEREST ON TIME DEPOSITS Come and get one of our Home Savings Banks and “Get the Habit of Saving.’ L. C. HICKMAN Everything Musical Local Representatives of the Leading Factories PIANOS. TALKING MACHINES, MANDOLINS, VIOLINS, ORGANS, GUITARS, MUSIC BOXES, ACCORDEONS, BANJOS. We solicit your orders and guarantee Genuine Musical Quality and the Lowest Prices. The City Drug Store P. J. COOK, Proprietor SPECIAL AGENT FOR Thelma Perfume CALENDAR. March. March 25. Miss Stephens, who has been 111 for three weeks with an “affection of the throat. Is at school again. March 26. Miss Carter, the Junior class President, Is sporting one new diamond. We suppose she can have Moore” If she wants. March 27. We really believe Miss Pyle has a wed- ding ring. April. April Fool! April 4. The Juniors are sporting a new member. Miss Garland Leigh. We regret that sho entered too late to be in the Junior picture and roll. Miss Leigh is from Hiawatha, Kan. April 5. Aletheans elected officers today for the following term. A splendid program was rendered. April 15. Miss Altman visited Chlckasha today, leaving the students very bereft, especially tho Freshman boys. April 19. The Aletheans and the Boys' Debating Club held a Joint debate last night and the Aletheans won by one point. The question was: Resolved, That Women Should Have Suffrage;” and the debaters were, on the affirmative, Marcus Truitt, Harry Blake; on the negative, Maude Peters, Elsie Carter. April 22. The eighteenth birthday of Oklahoma, and the Annual goes to press.