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

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1909 volume:

El Reno Central High School Prologue (Apologies to Henry W. Longfellow.) Thou too. sail on. O ship sedate! Sail on. O High School, strong and great! And may thy future voyage be Safe ami secure on Learning’s sea. Thy pilot gui ding at the helm. Thy captain calm no storms o'erwhclm. Thy training crew of girls and boys— From Freshmen w'th their childish noise. To Seniors grave, whose joys are past. For this year’s training is their last. May all the crew show their devotion As they pass on to Life’s great ocean. Bright and beautiful and fair to see. May they but know, the world to be. The nation’s hopes are all with thee! Arc all with thee—are all with thee! lU'iticntimt In appreciation of the support given us in preparing this volume, we. the Junior class, respectfully dedicate it to the student body of the El Reno High School and set it «float on its voyage o’er the waves of “Criticism” to the land of Alumni Annuals. A. I.. PROF. CHAS. THUERMER MISS KATHERINE BARBOUR MISS MAE OVERSTREET MISS BEULAH ALTMAN MISS VIOLA E. HAYNER Board of Editors CONTRIBUTORS. Maude Peters. Pea Mount. Matilda Breucr. Ponis ; Hatchett. Anna I.ibby. Rose Lcske. Emerson Montgomery. Elma Wheatley. Julia Howell. Joy Fraucher. Caroline Hirech Edith Paulsen. Susie Stone. President— Mamie Peters. Vice-President—Ethel Dowell. Secretary-Treasurer—Joe Shell. Colors—Crimson and Cream. Motto—Constantia Omnia Vincit. Flower—American Peauty Rose. ' £- . Class Yell- Crimson and Cream! Crimson and Cream! Senior. Senior. We're no dream. We don’t shine. Hut get along fine. And we'll quit the Business in 1900! ETHEL DOWELL. MAUDE PETERS. Vice-President '09. “She's little but she's wise: She's a terror for her size.” P. V.—“Her hair was curled in many a curious fret.” P. F.—“Violent of temper, subject to sudden cranks. Class President. Basket ball '08. “Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low. Principal virtue—Teaching school. Principal faults—“I don't think I have any. JOE SHELL. Secretary-treasurer of class '09. Baseball 'oS-'oq ; football '07-08.’09: basket ball '09. From the crown of his head to the sole of his foot, he is all worth.” P. V.— F.thcl Sams. P. F.— F.thcl Sams. 1 m Kmlly Wewerka Clara MeCrolght Bea Mount Matilda Brcuor Wanna Klntzlcy Dan Gallagher HELENA MUTTER. Her glossy hair was clustered o’er her brow. Bright with intelligence and fair and smooth.” I . V.—“A good cook. I'. F.—“For what I will, I will, and there’s an end.” BEA MOUNT. If silence is golden she :s a 24 karat. I . V.— Making fudge and (satanized ? ) eggs.” P. F.— riting for the press. CLARA McCREIGHT. “My crown is in my heart, not on my head. My crown is called contentment.” P. V’.—“One of uncommon silence and reserve.” P. F.—(-----.) STELLA BUNCH. Whence is thy learning, hath thy toil o'er lxx ks con- sumed the midnight oil. P. V.—“Chemistry. I’. F.— Junior classes. BOYD BUNCH. Football and basket ball. ’08-‘09. Thy music hath charms to sooth the savage beast. P. V.—“Tieing Hair Ribbon ” P. F.— Trying to equal Beethoven.” MILDRED SCOTT. Happy is he on whom she smiles. P. V.—“A nightingale thou surely art.” P. F.— And still her tongue ran on.” DAN GALLAGHER. Football, basket ball and baseball, ’O7-’0S-’09. In stature manly, bold and tall.” I . Y.— Doing for other people what they ask.' I . F.—“Whispering.” VERA STREETER. A violet by a mossy stone. Half hidden from the eye.” P. V.— The mildest manner and gentlest heart. P. F.— Learning the keyboard.” EMILY WEWERKA. Sec what a knowledge is seated on that brow. P. V.—“German. P. F.— Trying to be an author. WANNA KINTZLEY. A noble type of good, heroic womanhood.” P. V.— Given to much study.” P. F.—“Yet graceful ease and sweetness void of pride. Might hide her faults if she had faults to hide.. MATILDA BREUER. Ibisket Ball ’( 7-’ft8-’09. Her eyes were berry black. P. V.—“Forever foremost in the ranks of fun. P F.— A first-class dauber. MILFRED McCREIGHT. N'ever creeping like a snail unwillingly to school.' P. V.— History. P. F.— Athletics. (?) Senior Class Poem Happiest «lays, soon to pass away, are those of onr High School years; Days full of pleasure and purest joy, mingled oft times with our fears: Days when our hearts for one purpose throbbed, our eyes toward the same goal turned: Days when we’ve shared every hope, every dread, ami all have the same lessons learned. We arc gla«l in a way to have done with it all, this end- less pond'ring o'er hooks. ‘f forever obeying a teacher’s command and feigning those innocent looks. If. by chance, or mishap, we are found in the hall discuss- ing—some lesson, you know: It is certainly hard when the rest have a lunch, if one of the number can’t go. No more shall we dread all those Chemistry tests, or Latin exams and the like; No more for an innocent joke we have played, to an angry professor must hike; No more must we stand in submissive respect when we’d like to say just what we think. Nor just because someone says that we shall, must we write all our work out in ink. But a feeling of sadness comes o’er us now. when wc think that we all must part. For our lives which till now in the same course lay. must each on a new path start. Leading on. ever upward wc trust, but wc know they can't all be the same. And we feel that the tics which are sundered tonight the future can never reclaim. In the days which now seem very distant to us. the future so far away. Perhaps then wc will turn from duty sometimes to think of Commencement Day. T hen wc II laugh at the fears that trouble us now. and I will just wager a guess . Every one would be glad to be back for a while, boys and girls in old E. H. S. M. P. Class History Memorable is the «lay in the fall of 1905. when we entered the El Reno High School as Freshmen. To be sure, we were very youthful and extremely inexperienc- ed. and for several days we continued to get into the wrong recitation rooms an«l were greeted on every side l� v the jeers of the upper classmen. The Sophomores, especially, made it a point never to overlook a single blunder. But soon the meek and submissive feeling cx- pericnce«l by all Freshmen disappeared, for had not all the teachers declared us the brightest and best-looking class that had ever entered the El Reno High School? The faculty at that time numbered but three—Mr. Ingold. Miss Altman and Mrs. Maddox. The latter two remained with us for three years, gaining the respect and admiration of all. being willing to help, ever ready to suggest. Indeed, it was at Miss Altman’s suggestion that during the first month we organized, choosing colors, motto, flower and drew up a constitution with many amendments. The greater part of the year was spent, as most Freshmen spend it—trying to fathom the secrets of Senior indifference and bravado, with only occasional manifestation of class spirit. It was not until the eighth month that we gathered courage for a class party, which was so thoroughly enjoyed that a May basket party fol- lowed soon, and this in turn was followed by a day in the woods near Sniithton. A few months of rest and then, as Sophomores, we came back the following September. We were greatly disappointed to learn that so many had left our ranks; but others took their places, thus making twelve in ail. It took us but a short time to become acquainted with the new principal. Mr. Robinson. We soon learned that if we brought a lunch and hid it in the little dark room under the stairs we could dispose of it while Mr. Robinson was in the library assisting Juniors in their search for hidden knowle«lge. With occasional spreads in the furnace room and a Hallowe'en party the year sped away. Then the ever- dreaded examinations came, were passed and we became Juniors. As we met in the assembly for the third time we noticed an extremely tall man making constant trips to Mr. Howell’s office, evidently in quest of information. It was the new principal, they all said, and so it proved. Mr. Thuermcr came to us from Indiana, or America.” as lie prefers to call it. with an entirely new story or anccodatc for every occasion. A few days before the first of April there was much whispering and secret consultation between the Juniors and Seniors, which resulted in an April Fool picnic at Caddo Springs. The weather was decidedly cold, but we wrapped up in cloaks and furs, ami just had the time of our lives. A few weeks later, we enjoyed a moonlight ride to the home of one of the Seniors, several miles in the country, taking Miss Barbour and Mr. Thcurmcr as chaperones. Here we played such games on the lawn as drop the handkerchief.” ring-around-a-rosic,” whip- crack. Although as a rule our professor is extremely graceful, his extraordinary altitude made it almost im- possible for him to maintain his equilibrium during the latter game and several times he was to be noticed roll- ing down the grass slope. The last few months of the year were made busy and interesting in writing and compiling our famous High School Annual, “the Blue Jay. ■ The well-earned vacation days seemed all too short, but we gladly came back to assume the responsibilities of Senior-hood and to receive the envied scats of honor always occupied by Seniors. Many days of hard work have been spent in the laboratory. Doubtless we have often judged our in- structor too severely when he insisted on our presence till four o’clock or later, but such trifles will not be re- membered long. These hours of toil, however, have had their moments of pleasure and we have enjoyed more than one hearty laugh at another’s expense. For in- stance. it never failed to bring a smile to our faces when we saw our Tiny standing in the middle of the room with a test-tube in each hand and heard her calling. “I want some sodium: 1 want some sodium. Or. “Some one get me some ferric-sulphate quick. Xor will we ever dis- cover why Mildred and Joe always have a supply of test-tubes, while hc rest of us have so few. Several accidents have occurred to relieve the monotony of a long, tiresome afternoon. The most exciting of these was the hydrogen explosion. Tho’ we laugh at it now. it was most terrifying to see a flask filled with acid ascending to the ceiling and descending in a shower of glass over our heads. In justice to ourselves, it must be said that we have acted in direct opposition to a teacher’s commands but a few times. One day we decided that we had been study- inp chemistry too hard and needed a rest: accordingly, instead of going to recite, we went home. Mr. Thuermcr obligingly gave us the much-needed rest and excused us from recitation indefinitely. In a week we came back greatly refreshed and prepared for one of those still tests, as only Mr. Theunner knows bow to give. There must have been a misunderstanding all around when, on tlu- day before April Fool, al! the Seniors attended the Junior class meeting for the purpose of planning an April bool picnic, under the impression that permission had been granted for the meeting. We now hope that no other class will ever have to undergo the humiliation of being inarched up to Mr. Howells office as we were, and there receive a forty-five minute lecture. It may be added that we all came to school bright and early the following morning. With increasing interest during our four years of High School life we have watched the institution grow aiu! expand in every department. Each year a new course has been added to the curriculum and a new member to the faculty, which has grown from three to ti e present number of six. Several new bookcases filled with new books now occupy a prominent position in the assembly room Manv times along the way we have wearied of school life and longed for freedom from study and the con- stant submission to rules. We rejoiced when we be- came Seniors that our goal was almost attained, but now. when we have finished, we realize that, lie the course of our lives as it may. it can never compare with the sweet comradeship and the happy goodfcllowship which we have enjoyed in the High School. M. B. President—Anna I.ibby. Vice-President—I fden Kmpey. Secretary-Treasurer—Bert Ini McCafferty. Class Colors—Rod and Black Class Motto—Ad Astra Per Aspera. Class Veil— Yackerty Jack. Yackerty Yen! Junior. Juniors 1910! Second Row Imogeno Goff. Anna Lib -. Bertha McCafferty. Su.le Stone. Mtanon Carter. A Poem to the Junior Talk about your awful tasks An’ real hard work. An’ all the ornery little jobs A fellow likes to shirk. The writin’ o’ class poetry Is the orn’riest o’ the lot; For you can’t sigh Oh! Sweet Springtime In a fairy garden spot But you've got to get the rudiments O' poetry from the first. An’ learn o’ meter and the rhyme. Those two I think arc ’worst’. For the rhyme may be rhvmc-royal. An’ the lir.es arc cut in feet. An’ blank verse is aw-ful common For that’s what you always meet. Rut I'll tell you ’bout the Juniors, An’ you'll say they'll have their fling, But there's one who’s writ a sonnet Unto “Spring, beau-ti-ful spring.” Why, they’re essayists and composers. An' all their things arc fine! An’ when it comes to quizzin' You can go right down the line, For there ain’t a single Hunker. Yon can bet your life on that; Any question you can ask ’em. hv—a—they’re always standin' pat. So we’li raise our goblets, brothers. Or our bumpers. I would say, An’ we’ll give three rousing cheers, folks, To the Juniors of today. So here's health to them and wealth to them. Honors and gifts a thousand strong; Here’s name to them and fame to them. Blessings and joys a whole life long. But lest bright fortune's star grow dim, And sometime cease to move them. We’ll fill our bumpers to the brim And pledge a lot of love to them. A. L. Junior Voyage On September to, 1906, about forty boys and girls assembled at the Freshman port for admittance to the good ship, Central. which was starting out for a four- years’ voyage on the Sea of Knowledge. All managed to get aboard, and after many farewells, the ship weighed anchor. It was one of the rapid twin- screw steamers, well-rigged and full-manned. Captain Howell, in charge: E. A. Robinson, first mate; E. B. Maddox, quartermaster: B. L. Altman, interpreter, and B. C. Harris, chief stoker. In general our course was easy sailing, over smooth seas. However, we occasionally encountered some heavy seas and fog. But the incessant precautions taken by the entire crew for the welfare of the passengers brought us through all dangers. Notwithstanding this, the squalls encountered at the equinox (mid-year exams) so frightened some of the more timorous ones that they left the good ship at the first port. We tried to keep a chart of our bearings, but fre- quently waylaid the captain and other officers for in- formation as to our latitude and longitude and as to the progress we were making. The officers kindlv gave us valuable assistance in mastering the English. Latin and German languages. So interested were we in the pur- suit of knowledge that we chalked our cabin walls, deck benches and floors with algebraic signs, circles, angles, prisms and Junes. While anchoring at Yuletidc we took on K. Barbour as ship surgeon. We stopped at port Sophomore a while to renew our acquaintance with the natives and enjoy their care-free life. Again weighing anchor, we resumed our voyage. The personnel of our officers was now changed somc- ubnt. ('. II.Theurnier succeeded First Mate Robinson ano M. Overstreet was stationed at the pilot wheel. Later in our voyage L. A. Mulloy succeeded Qartcrmaster Maddox, with G. C. Grimes as assistant and V. E. Hayncr became our new interpreter. Our third year began with clear skies, but we soon encountered sonic rough seas and storms. Our worst storm was a heavy squall from northeast by east in February, and it came near being of serious consequence. During the excitement we heard the cry of “man over- board. and to our horror saw Lottie Gillilan battling with the waves. We were all frightened, but the officers, calm and cool, threw her a rope and a life preserver and she was soon rescued and brought safely aboard. 1 here has been no other nautical incident of note. Most of the company arc continuing their voyage with profit to themselves. Just n feiv have lost out. Some possibly by too much interest in playing shuttle cock and battledore. Our hours have been long and tedious, but we have had pleasant amusements and many good times. Favored by the good stoker we have stolen away to the ship’s hold for a spread; and, what the captain had time and was in the mood we have heard famous sea tales and have been encouraged by him to clear the deck for a musical, a debate or a box supper. We arc now nearing our Senior port and all the faithful arc summoned to the captain’s office for roll call. I’lakc. Marian—As sweet and shy as ever, answers “eye as to each of the following: Carter, Mignon—Who, persuaded to embark in an- other vessel a while, came back to us. Clymer, Clarice—Orator and mathematician. Conwqy. Hud—The favorite gentleman and courtier. Empev. Helen—An all around sailor. (Jillilan. I ttie—The jolliost of the jolly, and the kindest of the kind. ('.off, Jmogene—Who studied extra hours and gave up other company to join the class of 1910. Hardcastlc, Dallas—From the Lone Star state, join- ed us in October. Hatchett. I.ouise—Prima donna, native of Ok- lahoma. Lowe, Bess—Artist with pen, pencil and brush. I.ibby, Anna—Of basket ball fame and president of class 1910. Lemon (s), Clara—Her name a misnomer. McCaffertv. Bertha—Of Scotch parentage, but with ready Irish wit. Sams. Ethel—-Shcli(s), Shcll(s), Shell(s) of the sea shore sings she. Shnbncll. Sherman—Shakcspcrian scholar. —Tiw. ' anner and gentlest H. E. Class Colors—Orange and Black. Class Motto—Work and Win. Class Yell- Hobble. Gobble, Sis Boom, Ba, Sophomores, Sophomores, Rah. Rah. Rah! President—Emerson Montgomery. Vice-President—Ontie Hovendon. Secretary-Treasurer—Bennie Wewerka. First Row—Earl Uwy, Rose l.e ke. Will Mohr. Grorftr Roberta. Hath rlne B ready. Wlll'.o Vo . Crescent Mutter. Hrlen Allarde. Fecond Row—l.otta Neely. Cha . Pen «right Francis Young. Geo. 1-anman. Marguerite Hubbard. Elnta Wheatley. May me Shaw. Third Row—Louise Gerr.T. Gertrude Robert . Ruth Maher. Raymond Maher. Mena Scott. Sophomore Poem The Sophomores of 1909 are the foremost class of today; We arc not as fresh as we used to be—only rather fray. We'd much ra'hcr be where we are, yott know, Than sitting in the l'reshman row. The Freshmen on their duties just begun. May think it lots of fun, Rut let us advise that as their work is done. Shall he determined whether the race is lost or won. Alas, the Juniors have had their play. And have earned their credits in an honorable way. But they long to sit in the Seniors' place. Which they hope to fill with dignity and grace. The time is swiftly drawing nigh When the Seniors, with many a sigh. Must to the old school bid farewell. Ami answer ne’er more to the call of its bell. ih.it alas for them all. for the teachers must rule. And they sav the Sophs arc the most talented class in the school. So. Freshmen, take notice' We’ve set the pace; Follow us and you’ll win at the end of the race. Of course, we don’t believe in boasting this way, Rut our good professor was heard to say Tfiat the Sophomore class of nineteen-nine Was the finest he had had for some time. Xow to our teachers give grateful thanks From the class that stands first in the ranks. May they forgive us things we've thoughtlessly done. Which to them was vexation, but to us only fun. E. W. President—Charles Deardoff. Vice-President—Muriel McCrcight. Secretary-Treasurer—Julia Howell. Class Colors—Olive. Green and Old Rose. Class Motto—Climb, though the hills he rugged. Class Yell— Who are? Who arc? Who are we? Kl Reno Freshmen, don’t you see! Are we alright ? Well. I should smile! We’ve been alright for quite a while. Freshmen Limericks H is our dear old High. To love it we need not try; There day after day We study and play, Faithful, whether we laugh or sigh. I is the Interest intense, With which people stand outside the fence To see a good game; Alas! What a shame. They lack so few nickels and cents. G is the Good and Great Freshmen, such is our fate, Not made forlorn. Nor viewed with scorn. For we get next at a rapid rate. H is the Hour that we Hate. The morning we come in too late, For then since we must We think with disgust Of the Xs assigned as our fate. S is the Seat in the front. For which in vain we may hunt; It is only for «hose Who sweet peace oppose. And brilliantly try some new stunt. C is the Care we take, A delightful impression to make; It is known as a ‘■bluff,” And is really enough To make us at night lie awake. H is the Horror to come. At intervals felt by some. As they stop to think Of the Xs in ink. When their brains begin to hum. O is the Olive and Old rose. These colors we proudly expose; Well known afar. They frequently arc Seen in both poetry and prose. O is also the midnight Owl. Who binds his poor head in a tow’l. And works in the night— It is really not right— To study the methods so “fowl.” And I, always means the Last, The days coming surely and fast. When to Life in old High We must all say good-bye,” And its joy will slip on to the past. Commercial Department SHORTHAND. TYPEWRITING. BOOK-KEEPING Metlo: YELL Through Dlfllcultiej to Succos� . Kl! Yl! Kl! Yl! SI —Room—Bab— Co,or : Commercial—Commercial. Pink ami White. Rah! Rah! Rah! Flower: Wild Rose. OFFICERS. President. CAROLINE HIRSCH Treaaurer, JESSE BURGE Class Roll Anron Beck H Men Brown Je� w Burge Robert Brandenburg Claud Devine Justin Devine Roland Engle Edna Eyslnk Charlie Glllllan Holly Haworth laora Hubbard Caroline Hlracta Loo Kamm Martha Monger Walter Postletwalte Edith Paulsen Janies Roch “nbach Pearl Stewart Camp Stream Veronica Schiller Gladys Smith MEMORY SYSTEM.' When long years have o’er us flown We’ll steal an hour from days gone by. As l ack again to us arc blown The sunny days of nineteen-nine. Then we will think of the voices Of teachers, classmates and all. While our mind and heart rejoice At everything we recall. You who are now in our places. Try to do the best you can. To keep up with steady paces. nd rise on the best of plans. Tis then that we’ll remember The lessons we scanned o’er. The word-signs learned together On each succeeding morn. Remember the click of the typewriter. While our fingers slid over the keys. The even, smooth words of dictation. As an echo from over the seas. It is pleasant to sit in the sunshine. To loiter and talk in the shade; Rut better to be working all the while. Working for a splendid grade. I’-nt. farewell to the dear old class room. Teachers, schoolmates and all. Happv was the time when we, like you. Moved subservient to each call. A Brief History of the Commercial Department 19C8-1909 The E. H. S. Commercia! Department entered upon it fourth year with the largest enrollment in its history. A “faithful few” from the classes of the previous year continued the work, being promoted to advanced class work. More than fifty per cent of the pupils who took one of the Commercial branches were enrolled in other classes, so that the strictly Commercial represented only the smaller part of the number taking this work. The enrollment of 1008-09 was as follows: Shorthand. 34: Typewriting. 40: Hookkeeping, 55: Total, 129. The work in this Department has shown that the pupils were interested and ambitious, and the results have been most gratifying to those in charge. There was a time when the knowledge of business was considered necessary only as an equipment for men. and ladies rather prided themselves on their ignorance of the ''business affairs of life. The old order has now ras cd away, and with the new era has come in the self- reliant, independent American woman, not bold or aggressive, but with a courage based on knowledge and common sense grounded in science. The type of woman frequently met with today has. in addition to a High School or College education, an accurate acquaintance with business forms, bookkeeping, stenography, type- writing. and all things that will enable her to look after her own interests in the world of commerce. Hence, wc find almost as many girls as boys availing themselves of the opportunity presented in the Commercial Course to fit themselves for the affairs of life. Many realize that no branch of education is of more practical value to the average man or woman than the Commercial. The re- sult is that many of the High School students are pre- paring to press forward “through difficulties to success. E. P. A There was no more picturesque view in the country than that of the Duttan homestead. It was a cottage of one room, with a single window, covered with a mass of vines and surrounded with innumerable clusters of trees: the background a pyramidal hill, the top of which was flat and grassy. A short distance from the door was a peacefully flowing stream, to which led numerous deer paths, and a thirsty deer might now and then he seen approaching. It was a scene better imagined than described. The dinner was over and Mr. Duttan. with all the children, save the youngest, started down the river to fish. Mrs. Duttan and her sister. Jane, watched them until the boat rounded the curve, and then they returned to their work. “I will do the dishes while you put the baby to sleep. said Jane, then we can both sit out in the shade and knit. All right, that is a good plan. said Mrs. Duttan. and they both dashed into the work and it was soon done. Then they chose a cool spot by the stream, where they might see Mr. Duttan and the children as they rounded the curve on their return. Hut knitting didn’t satisfy Jane very long. “I am tired. she said, and am going to the house after a pole to fish a while. When she returned Mrs. Duttan was standing, looking down th. stream. “Are they coming back already?” asked Jane. “Yes. I guess they—no! It is not they. Jane! It must be— “It is the Indians! said Jane. Come, let us run to the house. Hut no. not to the house, they will burn that. Yes. I know, but there is the baby.” cried Mrs. Duttan. and she was at the babe’s side almost before she ceased speaking, and snatching it up. they ran up the hill and descended the other side. Hut the Indians had seen them and. lauding the boat, started in hot pursuit. “Jane, wc must hide the baby somewhere, and quickly, too—but where' said the terrified mother. There in the hollow of that old oak tree. The children play there often and will likely find it.” said Jane. This was done none too soon, for the next time they looked around the feathered heads of the Indians were just appearing over the hill. There were three of them. who. rushing down upon the women, grabbed them roughly by the arms and started slowly back to- ward the river. From the hill top they saw the cottage in flames. Mrs. Duttan uttered a cry of horror, for which she received a cruel blow that almost felled her. L’pon reaching the river the Indians roughly pushed the women into a canoe, in one end of which they crouched, too frightened to speak. Slowly and painfully the melancholy hours passed, the only hope being that Mr. Duttan might discover and follow them. It grew dark: on and on they glided: the Indians were terribly rilent: the only sound that greeted their ears was the lapping of the oars in the black water. Suddenly the oars were raised and the boat shot close into the land. Two Indians came to help them ashore, and after a short conversation the captives were led to a small tent. After securing the tent and leaving two braves to guard it, the other three Indians were soon fast asleep in their tent. Soon the prisoners, hearing the regular breathing of the guards, knew that they, too. were asleep, and began to whisper together. Jane, isn't there any chance for escape?” asked Mrs. Duttan almost in tears. Oh. don’t give up. said her companion. “Maybe we ll come out all right. While there is life there is hope—hark! Did you not hear some one call? They listened. There were sounds of a struggle without. Then they heard Mrs. Duttan's name in low. familiar tones. She responded with a lew Yes, and, seizing Jane, crept to the opening. The canvas was thrown aside and they stepped out into the moonlight. Passing breathlessly over the bo'i s CLASS SPIRIT. Some subtle power within the class entwineth. I’niting all in splendid harmony. Thus our school life, like a symphony. And, like the power of music sweet, it bindeth I's together—and. like sweet bells while chiming. Entrancc'h. as the ringing rhymeth. So also charms this perfect euphony— This subtle power, which through the c!'?s is windin'� . of the sleeping guards, no time was lost in reaching the � at. Directing them to his boat, Mr. Duttan quickly set the Indians' boat adrift. It will be a cunning red- skin who hurts a hair of your heads, said Mr. Duttan, and. giving a sweep of his paddle, steered off from the fringe of dark hemlocks into the open stream. Silently they sped on. ever scanning the backward way fearful of pursuit. Finally they reached home in safety, and it was not until then that Mr. Duttan told how he rescued them. After catching several fish he had wandered into the woods with the children. On emerging he had seen the Indians with their captives pass down the river, and had noticed the absence of the baby. Then he had taken the children home and, searching around, found the baby in the old oak. Leaving the children, he had started in pursuit, knowing that large bands of Indians often sent out small marauding parties and believing this to be one of these minor parties, lie had been willing to risk the '-gacitv ami cunning of the frontiersman against that of the Indian. t u ’nvisible, I ut still, invincible! And surely strengthened every passing day: Docile, yet ever indomitable— Developing always in work and play. Noblest element of a noble class. May our Class Spirit forever last! E. M. Coach—George Halent 1. Center—Emllle Wewerka. Center Guard—Ina Cook Forward —Anna Ubby and Bum Paulsen. Guards—Matilda Breuer and Cteithen . Sub —Kuth Maher and Eva 8 recent Mutt Jr. Pitch—Seen ana Shaw. F:r t Ba r—Shaw an.l Lo iimon . Left Field— Shell Catch—Robtrt . Second Bare— V wcrka. Celt r Kiel,I—Oroady Shortstop—Shingle . Third Base—E. Vo . Right Field—W. Vo The beginning of the school year 1908-09 found athletic conditions much improved at the Kl Reno High School. Accordingly, the boys took heart and. organiz- ing a football team September 22. soon became masters of the gridiron, as out of seven games played Kl Reno won four. The girls, not to be outdone, organized a basket ball team, which did some very creditable work, winning two ganus out of the three played. Growing jealous of the success cf the girls, the boys also organized a basket ball team, which, however, did little more than discuss the possibilities oP securing challenges. Toward the close of the second semester a baseball (earn was organized, which, in spite of having to play professionals in one game and having other equally im- portant troubles in another, has come to the front nobly and beaten the Norman team, which had not been beaten in three years. The team is in fine shape and all it needs now is the support of the High School and success is guaranteed. SCHEDULE GIRLS’ BASKET BALL GAMES. October 31st—E. H. S. vs. Chickasha. at Kl Reno. Score. 9 ii. favor of Chickasha. November i6th-E. H. S. vs. Irving school. Score. 2-2. favor of E. H. S. ‘ December 5th—E. H. S. vs. Geary, at Geary. Score. 13-5. favor of E. H. S. December 12th—Return game with Geary. Score. 16-9, favor of E. H. S. December 22—E. H. S. vs. Irving school. Score, 25-3. favor of E. H. S. SCHEDULE FOOTBALL GAMES. October 10—E. H. S. vs. C. H. S.. at Chickasha. T vcntv-fivc-mini:tc halves. Score. 5-0. in favor of K. H. S. October 16—O. H. S. vs. E. H. S.. at El Reno. Twentv-five-minute halves. Score. 5-5. October 31-C. H. S. vs! E. H. S.. at El Reno. Score. 10-11. favor of Chickasha. November 26—Purcell vs. E. H. S.. at El Reno. Score,18-0, favor of Purcell. i),H- iu—Geary vs. K. II. S. ntGeary, Son- o- . December 25-K. H. S. vs. Geary, at El Reno. Score. 32-0. favor of E! Reno. December 2 -Shawnec vs. E. H. S.. at Shawnee. Score. 9-5. favor of Shawnee. SCHEDULE BASEBALL GAMES. March t«.—E. H. S. vs. Geary, at Geary. Score. 6-1. favor E. H. S. March :6—E. II. S. s. Norman, at El Reno. Score. o-c, favor E. H. S. „ , April 2_E. II. S. vs. Geary, at El Reno. Score. 0-4. favor Geary. _ , April 30—E. H. S. vs. Enid, at El Reno. Score. 6-1. favor Enid. SCHEDULE BOYS’ BASKET BALL GAMES. December 17—E. II. S. vs. Enid, at Enid. Score, 2 27. favor of Enid. January 8—E. H. S. vs. Mineo H. S., at El Reno. Score. favor of F.l Reno. March 13— E. H. S. vs. Cheyenne Indians. Score. 13-14. favor of E. II. S. The team made 97 points, while the opponents made 48 points. The Moon Editor: May i, 1909. I promised to write you concerning our trip. Space will not permit me to tell half of what has happened, but I shall send you a short account. As you know, we left El Reno June 10th. 1908. and, by the way. I'oyd still has those flowers your treasurer gave him. Y c had before us a journey of 231.920 miles. During the first day we had no difficulty. )ur balloon worked admirably and long after the shadows of night came stealing over the earth we enjoyed the beautiful sunshine. Although the air became more rare, we did not suffer on this account, as we had a condensing aparatus with us. which we put into immediate use. Upward and upward we went until at last the earth appeared as a huge ball dotted here and there with brilliant lights. On the third morning Harry Blake determined to return to the earth, and no amount of persuasion could induce him to go on with us Returning to within a reasonable distance from the earth, we put poor Harry in a parachute and started him downward. I think he landed in the goo block. South Hoff. This delay retarded us greatly, and we were afraid our food supply would give out. So the doctor decided to limit us to a certain amount daily, plus a few extras. He was so generous in his few extras. however, that this limitation affected none but Joe. who. though, almost starved to death, con- tinued in the same good health. During the last of our journey we neared Mars. Dr. Sccord decided to stop there a while. Imagine our sur- prise to find awaiting us Wanna Kintzley, Emily Wewerka. Mildred Scott, Stella and Boyd Bunch. They verv kindly showed us over the planet, which to a great extent resembles the earth. The next day we continued our journey, taking our kind entertainers with us. On the twentieth morning we awoke in great terror. W e thought the balloon had burst, and at the rate we were descending, we would be dashed to the earth. We threw out ballast after ballast, but all to no avail. W e saw land beneath us. The air had become much denser, so that it now supported our weight and checked our downward flight. Now that we had time to view the country, we saw that it was not the earth. b«t the moon. We landed, or rather, tumbled, in to the midst of a thriving city, which proved to be the capital of the moon. We were soon surrounded by strange looking people of small stature, many of whom, on be- holding Tiny, with her wealth of golden hair, fell down upon their faces, imploting her mercy. And until this lav they regard her as a goddess. She has only to make known her slightest wish and it is immediately fulfille«l. They have erected a beautiful palace for her, built en- tirely of moonstones. On the second «lay after our arrival, the President of the Republic of the Moon, an old bachelor by the name of Irdonoznr. called to bid us welcome and to ask our btisiness. As had been previously agreed upon. Helena was to receive him and perform the honors of the house. So charmingly did she perform her duties that she has been called upon time after time to repeat them. This she always docs in a noble self-sacrificing way, and it is rumored that ere long President Irdonozur will take unto himself a wife. It is certain that he has rebuilt his palace and it is for no dwarf, either. short time after our arrival Clara and Milfred opened a scientific school, in which chemistry was the principal branch taught. Hut, alas for this institution, one day while the instructors were before their classes eloquently discouring upon the action of water ujK n sodium, a brilliant light appeared around them ami they were suddenly carried out into space, where they became two large and brilliant meteors. Without doubt, this accounts for the appearance of the two new comets that have attracted so much attention. The atmosphere on the moon has had a profound effect upon Maude, for within twenty-four hours after she landed her mental ability was greatly increased. Indeed, she became so thoughtful, so studious and such a close observer of human nature that President Irodonzur has given into her hands the destiny of a member of the alumni from the E. H. S. Maude has been heard to remark that if this young man lives to be as old as Methuselah lie will die a bachelor unless she returns to earth, and until then his thread of life will have a snarl in it. During the first part of the journey. Matilda seemed rather discouraged, doubtless because the wireless tele- graph system we installed was not in working order. Hut as we ascended higher and higher, the attractiveness of the moon overcame the lack of interest and she became the jolliest of the crowd. Since we have reached our destination she has given her time exclusively to the study of art, and has made rapid progress. Lately she has painted a life-size picture of Mr. Theurnter in one of his characteristic poses when making an address in chapel. This picture made her name renowned through- out the moon. It was indeed a spectacular sight to see a great crowd of dwarfs clamoring for the next turn to mount a step-iadder in order to look upon this wonderful production. After several weeks on the mcon Joe became list- less and to him life in that place seemed monotonous. Every day we would hear the same query: When would we return to terra firma r The professor would always say: “When my treatise on moon life is finished.” At last Joe became despondent and took to writing verses. His themes were either “brown, wavy hair” or “eyes like stars.” To these verses he would attach small moon- stones ard drop them front the moon. Whether or not they reached their destination it is hard to say. In th? meantime his actions became more and more infantile. Gradually he shrank in stature and one morning he ap- peared before us in a white linen Russian suit and a big sailor hat. Joe had reached bis second childhood and we know tlir.t it is a vast improvement on his first. Dttrng ottr trip Vera developed, to a great extent, one of her many characteristics, and since her abode here she bas become a lady of leisure, and does nothing but curl her hair and arrange her dress. Some day she hope to meet the man in the moon.” Here, as in Germany, that most popular of pastries pies, is not known. Once the President made his daily visit just as we were commencing dinner. Emily hail prepared the dinner, and among other dainties she had cocoannt custard pie Of course. President Irdonozur ate with ns. When the pie was served he looked at it rather doubtfully, hut finally tasted it. after which the pic disappeared with frightful rapidity. Emily decided, since pie had proven so delightful to the President, others would like it also. So she opened a hotel, which, excepting the kitchen, resembled the Hotels de la Monk in circuses on the earth. In the kitchen she has all the modern improvements, and has it large enough that she may entertain her friends of mundane sphere. One flay Stella and W anna heard of a magic foun- tain. whose waters would assure eternal youth and beauty, so they quietly stole away from us in quest of this fountain. After wandering around for weeks, they came to a beautiful lake, whose rose-colored waters re- flected the trees along its shores. A golden goblet lay on the bank. Eagerly they seized this, rushed out into the Faculty OVERSTREET— Xow. wait a minute until that sinks in. I think Shawnee comes the nearest to being in the woods of any town I ever saw. fhat’s a burning shame. lake, and took a deep draught. Then they stood and g r c at each other, while gradually an expression of fear spread over their countenances, for slowly but surely they were becoming mermaids. And now every night at midnight they may l c seen combing their hair with a golden comb, and melodiously singing Die I.orelci. One night while we were enjoying a lawn party, we persuaded Bo d to sing for us. Immediately a great crowd of pigmies surrounded our lawn. They were so pleased with his graceful movements and voice that ilovd lias founded a theatre and performs every night to a large crowd. As I said, this is not half of what has happened, but the messenger, a typical moon-creature, by whom I am sending this, starts for the earth within an hour. Since we have taught him the American language he will doubtless prove very interesting to you. Dr. Secord sends his greetings, with a Big Dipper full of the Milky ay. to Prof. Howell as a souvenir from the moon. Wishing you the greatest success in all affairs pertaining to your Annual. I am Very truly yours. BE A MOUNT. Remarks Bud, have you made up your life of Poe? Well, you're reciting, my dear! Vou re iust falling right down on your record. That’s all right: that pleases me. Ontic, have you got a beautiful figure? Yes. you’re doing fine; but I believe I can lo a little better. You just get that Annual done right away. Burl, there isn’t a finer looking gentleman in school than you are. I like I ra better than Mamie. I never like to divide the life of a man. ALTMAN— When I used to study Latin— That's a stereotyped expression; you ought to have learned it by this time. What English derivative do we get from that? Why not? Take your l ook and sit over there. THUERMER— Now then, if you want to ask me a question you must keep still: I will rot talk when some one else is spouting off all the time. If you’ll remember the laws of common politeness you will get along pretty well. I think you had better run along and mind your own business. Scholarship worries other heads wiser than mine. Just sit right down there. BARBOUR— I never heard such gabbling in my life; It sounds just like a flock of geese. Docs that give you any light on the subject? Daniel has a good figure. Girls! Girls! That means right now. I want the talking stopped here on this bench; 1 will not have it. We haven’t time nor room for people that can i keep still. IIAYNER— Speech is silver; silence is golden. Girls, keep quiet. If you folks don't quit making such a noise I shall have to send you home. Xow. don’t get rattled. Miss Bunch is reciting. Here' Here! CRIMES— Some of you arc slow. I want you to wake up. Walter, i want you to stand up straight: you can do better work. You are the first young man I ever saw I couldn't make work. Some of you folks arc losing out in this deal. Young man. I want you to straighten right down and get to work. Ml’I.I.OY— Beg pa Mon. Arc you reportin’ to a class? Sho’t hand three, please repo't. Hints for New Students The following remarks arc here set forth for the . special benefit of the incoming students, believing that if they will read these comments carefully they will sooner become acquainted with the different members of the faculty and thereby learn how to “work them to tie best advantage. We learned long ago that the better the pupils be- come acquainted with the peculiarities of the faculty the easier it is to get along with them. However, the con- vene of th's has not in all cases proven true. He must indeed be a stranger who does not thoroughly understand that in the case of Prof. Howell a crusty exterior often hides his unfailing patience and good humor. In spite of his love for discipline, lie enjoys a jaks at our expense and seems to delight in catching you off your guard for the sole purpose of an interview which may possibly terminate in a scolding for you. Mr. Thuermer, our professor, is a very tall, com- manding sort of person. Hut he isn’t half as severe as he appears. Perhaps, if lie catches you whispering he will say to you if you don't stop I will land on you,” but don't take him too earnestly. Qr. should he tell you lie wrs going to ’ cut your cars off don’t be afraid, as it is only his gentle way of reminding you that you must behave yourself. From the expression he wears when he sometimes sits gazing longingly across the hall you might get the impression that he was sort of a dreamy person. l nt when he gets started he can spring al out as many jokes as the next one. Of Miss Hayner, who has only been with us one term, we cannot say much. Hut this one thing we do know: That she is full of. even running over with. fun. as is easily seen from the way her eyes dance at times. Outside of the school room she is the jolliest you ever Tan up against. and should you have need of a chaperon on your class picnics you could find none who would be any more of a kid with you. or do anv more towards making you have a good time. Miss Overstreet is very much interested in travel, and should any of you talk to her a short time about travel and question her about her travels abroad, jou will find your grade in Hnglish much improved. While she is very I iisv. earnest in all her work, and very exacting with all her pupils in keeping up work, she has been very kind to the staff in excusing them from work in composi- tion while engaged in the difficult task of preparing this Annual. Miss Harbour is very nervous and if. when in the assembly room, you sec her coming down the aisle snapping her fingers again and again, don’t be alarmed, rs it is only her way. Hut if she tells you to sit on the front seat it is advisable to do so without delay. Hut now. good friend, beware—lest you should get .a little round wheel without any spokes in it for an algebra or history grade. irs. Mulloy. the small lady with black hair, you will find to be quick of word and action, but you will also find that she has the kindest feeling for all. which is so characteristic of the South. Miss Grimes will undoubtedly “want” you to do many things. For example, she will want you to stand up straight. “want you to stop whispering.” “want yon to prepare your lesson.” but. in spite of her many “wants,” she is always jolly and ready for “dictation.” and she has been of great assistance to us in this gigantic task of preparing this Voyage. If. perchance, when you have stood at the board and solved problems for sometime, you suddenly become extremely tired and sink down in one of the neighboring chairs for a short rest, she should chance to say, Get busy there; this is no time for rest.” lay aside all thoughts of rest and return at once to the tedious task of solving problems. Hut. in spite of all these shortcomings, and many more that might be mentioned, the members of the faculty are all hard-working, conscientious teachers, who have the interest of even.’ High School student deeply at heart. Calendar September 14—Found us back at school again. September 22—Itoys are getting in good practice for the first football game, with Mr. Calloway as coach. September 25—The girls have organized a basket ball team. October 10—The football team went to Chickasha to play their first game. They were victorious. Score. 5-0. October 12—Mr. Calloway spoke in chapel. October 16—Oklahoma City High School team • came here to play football. Game resulted in a tie. October 31—Hoys and girls of Chickasha team played football and basket ball here. All went home happy, having won both games. November —Miss Pearl Phillipp. of the Senior class, has accepted a position in Knterprise. Kansas. November 0—Miss Overstreet chaperoned a crowd of students to see Hen Hur in Oklahoma City. November 1!—Rev. Rippcy, of McAlcster. spoke in chapel. November 26—Purcell football boys played here, winning the game 18-0. December 5—Girls’ basket ball team went to Geary, where they won the game. 13-5. December q—Freshman class was organized and their president gathered courage to make an announce- ment in chapel. December ti—Rev. Scott gave an excellent talk in chapel. December 12—Geary girls played the return game here, but lost by 16-9. December 14—Miss Ringland. of the Western Ox- ford Woman’s College, visited the High School. December 18—The football boys played the Geary team. Tic. December 21—Miss Altman, our teacher of langu- ages. resigned her position here to accept one in Inde- pendence. Kansas. December 24—School closed for holiday vacation. December 25—Geary football boys played here. Score. 32-0. favor of El Reno. January 4—School reopens. Mrs. Hayes and Miss Hayes, an English teacher at Walters. Oklahoma, visited us. January 7—N'o laboratory. Professor went skating. January u — Exams, are the all-absorbing topic at present. January 25—The High School is the proud possessor of twenty-two new Freshmen as green as the greenest. Pro,'. Thttermcr gave a talk in their honor. January 27—Miss Overstreet entertained the Juniors and Senic rs at a Ben Httr party. January 28—Miss Carman organized a High School Glee Club. January 29—Minco boys played basket Pall here. Score. 55-5. in our favor. February 12—A very interesting Lincoln program was given by several students. March 1—Boys have organized a baseball team. March 7—Rev. Sellers and Mr. St. John conducted •chapel exercises. Marcii 15—Chapel period was devoted to Class meetings. March to—Boys played the first baseball game of the season at Geary. Score. 6-1, in Geary’s favor. March 20—Hoys played Cheyenne Indians a game of basket ball here. Boys victorious. March 26—Mr. Howell delightfully entertained the Seniors at his home. March jt--Class meeting of Juniors and Seniors. Superintendent Howell put a stop to cutting school on April Fool's day. April 1—April Fool, but no one was fooled. April 2—Rev. H. C. Garrett, the pastor of the M. E. South Church conducted chapel exercises. April 7—Rev. Fitzgerald gave a very interest ing chape! talk on Character.” April 8—Capt. T. J. Mitts presented the High School with a fine engraving of President McKinley. April 28—I)r. J. A. Hatchett gave an interesting talk during chape'. May 1—Sophomore picnic at Caddo Springs. AH reported a fine time. May 8—Senior. Junior and Freshmen enjoyed a picnic at Caddo Springs. They came home on the train on account of the rain. May 17—Preparing for final examinations. Mav 21—Class play. “Merchant of Venice May 23—Baccalaureate sermon. May 28—Commencement exercises. Teacher—“What three words arc used most often by the Seniors? Freshman— I don't know.” Teach er—“Corree t If old Caesar but knew What a burden we bear. He'd surely feel sorry For us in our care. Feel sorry. I guess so: But this I'll vouch for: Had he known we'd read it. He ’d've written still more. —Caesar Student How do you write 'horn'? asked the teacher of a small hoy at the blackboard. “A horn isn't written at all, answered the boy: “it's blowcd.” THE SELFISH BOY. Mother, reading telegram—“Henry telegraphs that the football match is over and he came out of it with three broken ribs.” Father, eagerly— And who won? Mother---- He doesn't say.” Father, impatiently— Counfound it all. That boy never things of anybody but himself. Now I must wait until I get the paper in the morning.” THE WISE VIRGINS. The old man laid down his newspaper. My child,” he said to the fair girl in sables who had just come in, her cheeks pink and her eyes shining from the frosty air; my child, I am unspeakably shocked and grieved. Your mother informs me that you arc engaged to five young men at once. But his daughter laughed and patted his shoulders in reassuring fashion. Dear old stupid dad, it’s all right, she said. “They arc football players, and at the end of the season I shall wed the survivor.” Oh! said the father, and his brow clearing, he re- sumed his reading.—Ex. Miss H.—“Joe, if you should go to Germany, what would you take with you?” Joe—“Ethel.” A Freshman says that Whittier wrote on any kind of involuntary labor. Sherman (stumbling over translation)— .{Hint fofc auf Orr ?onf unb btelt fir jdrtlitb auf frinett Pnieen. Sanar, lonflr birltrn fit fid) fdwrifltnb umfafct. btnn bit rtfctr, rrditr 2:tbt ft rid)t niefet. fir filfet )unR. A girl studying grammar in school was asked by the teacher if kiss was a common or proper noun. After some hesitation, she said: “It is both common and proper, according to cir- cumstances.” BLESSINGS TO THEE. COLLEGE MAN. Blessings on thee, college man. With thy low cut shoes of tan, With thy high cuffed pantaloons, And thy rag-time whistled tunes, With thy loud socks, louder still With their stripes of flashy frill; With a meerschaum in thy face. Puffing with thy jaunty grace. From my heart 1 give you joy, I was once a college hoy. Prince thou art—a grown up man, f Politics, Republican. Let the million-dollared ride With you riding at his side. He is easy, let him buy All that comes before thy eye Which gives pleasure, inward joy. Thine for asking, college boy.—Ex. Prof. T. (after careful explanation on the cause of the seasons!— Now, is that clear to everybody?” Sub F.. suddenly enlightened— Oh! Then we are really living on the outside of the earth.” Miss O.—“What caused Milton’s blindness?” L. T.—“I don’t know, but he was married three times.” Miss Barbour—“How may a line be divided?” Helena—“The way I understand it. into commen?—- able and in commensurable sigmerits. i8$7. Mrs. Anna Hughes-Bast in—Oklahoma City. Mrs. Stella Dixon-Rouchcllc— Miss Ina Gainer—Oklahoma City. Mrs. Mabel Jensen-Humphrey—Chickasha. 1898. Mr. Will Brown—El Reno. Mr. Jesse Johnson—Eni l, Okla. Miss Ruth Warren— Mrs. Famine Samuels-Paxton—Norman. Okla. Mr. Lloyd Kelley—I' S. Army. 1899. John Rice—El Reno. Mr. Elhy Wagoner—Berkley. Cal. Mrs. Blanche Fryherger-Fogg—El Reno. Miss Lena Grossman— Mrs. Mae Carmichael-Y’ogcl—El Reno. 1900. Mr. Myron Humphrey—Chickasha. Mr. Albert Menger—Alamagordo. N. M. Miss Grace Sanford—Fay. Okla. 1901. Mrs. Ora Smith-Devers—El Reno. Mrs. Gertude Smith-Cornclious— Mrs. Adah Montgomery-Gillctre—Nashville, T Miss Leona Rugg— 1902. Mrs. Rossie Wagncr-Kengcl—El Reno. Alumni Mrs. Bessie Palmcr-Buse—El Reno. Mrs. Mabel Jackson— Mrs. Etta YVclsh-Housc—El Reno. Mr. Edward Gelder—El Reno. Miss l.uciic Sitler—Oklahoma City. Mr. James Conville—Salt Lake City. Utah. Mr. Tracy Brown—El Reno. Miss Bessie Parker—El Reno. «903- Miss Nellie Crockett—Wyoming. Mr. Howard Crockett—El Reno. Miss Matilda Hoffman—Fort Smith. Ark. «9°4- Mr. Charles Hampton—Oklahoma City. Mr. Claude Pitts—F.1 Reno. Mr. Fred Hoffman—Fort Smith. Ark. «90S- Mr. William Benz—Hinton. Mr. William Prince—Enid, Okla. Miss Helen Brown—Boulder. Col. Mrs. Ruby Morris-Brown—Enid. Okla. Mr. Carl Rhode—Ann Arbor, Mich. Miss Addie Ryan—El Reno. Mr. Harry Jensen—El Reno. 1906. Mrs. Lucille Talbot-Ohnsman—El Reno. Mr. Barney Stewait—Oklahoma City. Miss Pearl Morris—El Reno. Mrs. Mac Stone-Morris—Oklahoma City. Mr. William Schcin—Richland, Okla. Mr. Harry Boutain—Stillwater, Okla. Mr. Dayton Shepard—El Reno. Miss Vina Hardy—El Reno. 1907- Miss Pearl Dix—El Reno. Miss Hazel Jackman—Altus, Okla Miss Eva Stone—El Reno. Miss Ethel Mott—Marengo, Iowa. Miss Jessie McLean—El Reno. Miss Bessie McCaffcrty—El Reno. Mjss Della Roberts—El Reno. Miss Effie Dowell—El Reno. Mr. Marcus Truitt—El Reno. Miss lola Hicks—El Reno. 1908. Miss Florence LaBryer—El Reno. HIGH SCHOOL Spirit is to the High School as patriotism is to the nation. Disloyalty is regarded in the same light as treason. Each pupil should be ambitious for his school, as well as for himself, yet this ambition should not lead to jealousy. If the time of each pupil is propcrlv improv- ed. no thoughts of envy toward his fellow students will be engendered. The right kind of spirit generates no Mr. Gilbert Tompkins—j£| | ton Miss Edith Clark—El Reno. Miss Blanche Pyle—El Reno. Mr. Simon Tannehaum—El Reno. Miss Jessie Waring—El Reno. Miss Minna Jensen—El Reno. Miss Margaret Fitzgerald—El Reno. Miss Opal Kelley—El Reno. Miss Lura Cook—El Reno. Miss Zita Montgomery—El Reno. Mrs. Ellen LaBryer-Stewart—Oklahoma Cit Miss Garland Leigh—El Reno. Miss Mabel Stephens—El Reno. Miss Josic Krall—Hydro. Okla. Mr. Archie Hanks—El Reno. Miss Ethel McCafferty—El Reno. Miss Zca Hunt—El Reno. SPIRIT. jealousy toward either another school or a pupil of your own school. N‘o more spirit should be shown in athletics than in the daily work of lessons. Each pupil should strive to raise the standard of the school not only in this direction, but also in scholarship and conduct. Loyalty t0 V teachers and to each member of the High School teens to raise the standard. If the citizens of a nation lo not pay due respect and honor to their officials and fellow citizens, a strong and prosperous nation cannot he perpetuated. So it is with the High School. Each pupil should respect his fellow students and teachers, ami if he does not do so there can he no unity of action and the standard will be lowered rather than raised. If the teachers and pupils do not work in harmony the result is similar to that of a country torn by internal dissensions. IXJvalty to the teachers is evi- dence of that respect ami honor due those who patiently toil with the scholars day after day. while disloyalty is to manifest the greatest inappreciation. If you have read thus far. we thank you. In pre- senting our Annual. “The Voyage. to our patrons, we do not make excuses for the result of our attempt, hut plead onlv our absolute inexperience. 'Phis book combines our many pleasures and disappointments, our earnest efforts and dismal failures. We submit it. trusting to charity in criticism and leniency in judgment. !n the compilation of our book we have been greatly The spirit among the pupils does as much to ac- complish the purpose toward which it is directed, either to lower or raise the standard, as all the work of the facultv. The members of the faculty may labor from dawn till «lark, but if the pupils arc working in the wrong direction little will be accomplished. If students will manifest the proper High School spirit they must be loyal to their teachers and fellow students in the diligent pursuit oi all studies, in all sports and pastimes. To be united by a common interest and to be above petty jealousy should be the high and noble aim of every member of the High School. aided by the faculty, and especially by our Superintend- ent. Prof. F. X. Howell. Wc arc sure that if this Annual meets with the approval of our patrons its success is largely due to his wise counsel and untiring assistance. To the faculty ami to all who have helped us by their contributions, we gladly make public acknowledge- ment of our indebtedness. THE BOARD. SJ5 0 MM §epdlf§ El Reno’s Largest Shoe Store When Think- ing of SHOES Think Tnd Davis Would like to be remembered by all the Students when in need of Ice Cream, Cold Drinks, Candies and Fruits PHONE 215 219 S. ROCK ISLAND H. S. PARKER DEALER IN Farm and City Property C;n Sell Ycu Vac.nt Lots or Nice Homes for Cash or On Easy Terms. SEE HIM BEFORE BUYING r.fflce 2C4 South Rock Island avenue. 'Phone 177. Res. 611 South Macomb. Thorn 657. MILLINERY THE MOST UP-TO-DATE LINE IN EL RENO Something New ..All The Time... Weldon Dry Goods Co. Opposite Postoffice C. R . Miller, Pres. Karl Beebe, Cashier. C. M. Standard. V.-Pres. Karl G. Morris. Asst. Cashier. ILlu' (Litttutu'rrinl Bnttk EL RENO. OKLAHOMA Solicits New Business. Large or Small, Giving to Small Accounts the Same Care and Appreciation Bestowed Upon Larger Ones. Our Deposits are Guaranteed by the Depositors Guaranty Fund of the State of Oklahoma Learn the Way SCHOOLS OF LEARNING ARE ES SENTIAL IN ALL THE WALKS OF LIFE. Wo must LEARN to «lo thine : «■o must LEARN what I rleht: wo must LEARN all that wo «lo not know. If yon wouM wear tho best In MEN'S WEAR YOU MUST LEARN THE WAY TO Btekton DavMsnn Vjigb (Stride CMfoing and Tums§bm§§ Shoes and Leather Moods FOR MEN ONLY 213 South Bickford Ave., El Reno, Okla. -------n SEEDS- FEED AND POULTRY SUPPLIES Phone 540 Joe Waring 102 N. Rock Island Ave. WE HELP THE DOCTOR 10 HELP YOU You run no risk when you take your prescriptions to Howard Drug Company Pure Drug Druggists V you want to be well dressed go to the Dixie they have a fine line of Clothing Sole Jfgents for the Walk-Over Shoe Drop Ipto our torea.pd you will buy tl?e 117199« you peed because Ip our price tlpere l?a. beep . drop. It I good iperc pdlilpg to sell wtyfct you tya.ve got a.pd for pext e .«op to buy ipore. It doe pot p y u to c .rry jood over, but to ell t erp. We would lo e iptere t op tl?e ipopey we fy ve lpve ted lp our rperc pdUe. T e rea. op wl?y we ell t eset lpg cl?e ply tl?e yea.r a.roupd 1 because we ell our good a.pd dop’t c rry ttyerp over. Tfyese a.re orpe of tfye drop . 111 TMlor Aa.de ult ; a.11 Ta.llor Aa.de Skirts, a.11 Wool Dre Good . Aa.py otlper article too purperou to rpeptlop. It 1 drop you kpow ttyM “fill your bucket. We will bu now. (?)ur)bonoei £) btes. rc. c «. .� � • ]t ,”!!■ - If you buy your Clothing: at the House of Quality you are properly dressed. - ■ “ ■ . — Sure, I'll meet you at Toolan’s I’ll smoke and read while I wait |J| —■ ■ - - It is not what you buy, But what you get f str‘vc ° Please, by seeking to know your I JM wishes and to .Mipply them in the best possible man- j}( Cr: Rcnion,bcr 1,8 wh« you need Fine Stationery. 1 loilet Art teles. Perfumes and Sachet Powders. F.nc j I-ernon and Vanilla Flavorings. Fine Toilet Soaps I etc., etc. K‘ ’ jjj ffleaebam's Pbatmacv ,,7South yu,,uu y, ROCK island 1 EDUCATION IS SIMPLY A MEANS IO AN END We have been trying, and in a measure have succeeded, in educating the people in the TRUTH that QUALITY in MERCHANDISE regulates the price. The educated man draws the good salary. The standard makes of merchan- dise come a little higher than the imitations, but are worthy and give ser- vice. Our firm never has blown its horn on the CHEAP line, but the bugle blast has rung out clear and distinct, QUALITY, QUALITY, and prices consistent with the same. DRY GOODS, CLOTHING and FURNISHINGS are laid before you from the BEST MILLS and of the best BRANDS of the land. “Black Cat,” “Burling- ton” and “Onyx” Hosiery meet every demand. “Thompson’s” and “C. B.” Corsets make women happy. “Hackett-Carhart” and “Sincerity” Suits Clothe a man like a Prince. :: :: :: :: :: :: :: the 6 Jfeno Mercantile Co. L. C. HICKMAN (Everything jHnsirnl Local representative of the leading factories PIANOS. TALKING MACHINES. MANDOLINS VIOLINS ORGANS. GUITAR8. MUSIC BOXES. ACCOROEONS. BANJOS We solicit your orders and guarantee Genuine Musical Quality and Lowest Prices. !7 e S obe Store IN THE LEAD RIGHT UP FRONT WITH AN A NO. 1” LINK OF Suits, Skirts and )Yaists Three Doors South of P. O.. El Reno, Okla. Bmportrb itni� omrstir WALL PAPERS AND DECORATIVE SPECIALTIES ALL KINDS OF PAINTS FOR ALL, PURPOSES (Lite WALL PAPER AND PAINT HOUSE ■} Rock Island Ave. and Woodson Street Phone 867 EL RENO. OK LA. “Begin Right’ By trading at the Hexdl Store Miller-Jones Drug Co. PHONE NO. 69 J. E. JONES COAL, WOOD AND FEED CORNER WADE ST. AND BICKFORD AVE. PHONE 10. EL RENO. OKLA. NICHOLS SON HOME FURNISHERS 107 SOUTH BICKFORD Whtre are you going, ftlrs. Jones? to the 5 and 25c Store Zb Only Bargain Store in Town I 217 South Bickford Cbas. R. ZhomaSy Prop. 7resb and Snicked Meats I Home Lard and Sausage a Specialty jj Highest Cash Price paid for all kinds of Choice Buti her Stock Oysters, Celery and Fish in Season ; H. T. SMITH, President OTTO A. SHUTTEE. Vice President W. T. MALONE, Assistant Cashier DAYTON MUNSELL, Ass t Cashier CHARLES L. ENGLE, Cashier 5985 L 1 CXL1V711CIJ1 JLFCtJJLliV K El Reno, Oklahoma Capital $50,000 Surplus and Profits $35,000 Deposits $700,000 UNITED STATES DEPOSITORY DIRECTORS H. T. SMITH, J. T. ALLISON, HENRY SCHAFER, C. O. BLAKE, C. L. ENGLE, HENRY LASSEN, OTTO A. SHUTTEE El HO 01 HI I HE BUBUS EVERYWHERE 114-116 EAST WOODSON STREET —= TH E — EL RENO COMMERCIAL COLLEGE Extends to you a cordial invitation to visit us at any time and look over the class of wotk done by our students. We teach Shorthand Bookkeeping, Penmarvship, Commercial Law and any branch of High School work. We teach all the year. Our rates and terms are reasonable and easy. We prepare you for successful lives. Any information desired will be gladly furnished on application. Over Marks-Higgins Store, Phone 633 El Reno, Oklahoma Cbe diqb School Graduates Starting out to make their own way In the world should know that a bank ac- count Is essential to a successful career. All men and women who have at- tained any degree of success, at some time early In life started a bank ac- count and saved their enrnlngs. Many people labor under the mis- taken Idea that banks are only for business men. Anyone who has one dollar can start a bank account at the FIRST NA- TIONAL BANK, of El Reno, and then add a little to It every week or every month until h amount I sufficient to make an Investment. If you save your money and deposit It In this bank until you have a nice little sum and then find a good In- ve-tment requiring a little mow than you have, we will loan you the addi- tional funds needed. W extend the same courteous treatment to the small as to the large depositor or borrower. Phone Your Orders to the Hied Cms Pbamsty 209 South Rock Island Everything in Drugs and Druggists’ Sundries J. O. BEETS Manager Phone 341 Souih Bickford El Reno, Okla. i f. Iran SELLS “DIRT” See him before buying city and farm properties 204 South Rock Island Ave. When You Desire PURE MILK AND CREAM Phone 154 and have the EL RED PURE MU CO. Deliver it to your door £ a ves' 'SuTTusVu.r s 216 South Bickford Ave. EL RENO. OKLA. Every piece of Jewelry has our personal guarantee Marks-Higgins Co. Corner Rock Island and Russell Street The place for Boys’ and Young Men’s Clothes Shoes, Hats and Furnishings The EL RENO MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. I OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS OF THE EL RENO MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. R. I. Campbell. Treas. J. M. Wilton T. P. McNally H. C. Wolf J. P. Conlan J. W. Maher, Gen. Mgr. D. F. Fitzgerald. Pre . W. O. Lamear, Secy. Wa« organized In 18$7 under the name of the Oklahoma Farmer Mutual Insurance association, and under the new law passed by the last legislature It pre scribed a change of forms throughout and In doing so to expcdllte affairs, the name was chnnged. The company has been doing a fine business for eleven years, paying every loss in full, and now have on their books over 12.000 policies.-'represent- ing ovtr $7,000,000 combined insurance. The company was born in Canadian county and has grown to be the biggest institution of Its kind In the state- The total amount of Insurance carri cd In Canadian county amounts to $019.475. Deardorff Grocery Company Good Goods all the Time IF WE DON'T HAVE IT, WE LL GET IT OR THEY PONT MAKE IT Phone 183. 61 Httio, Oklahoma Willfurnish your home Complete. A little down and a little each Month Will Do Bonebrake-ComptOn Co. Home and Farm Furnishers l 11 — Nobby Suits Hats I and Shirts For Schoolboys I and Young Men First in Quality Lowest in Price SamTannebaum Star Clothier S. E. BRADY JEWELER Diamond Merchant and Silversmith 200 South Rock Island EL RENO, OKLA. J. Jl. Shuck Photographer 105 WEST WADE STREET EL RENO. OKLA. 'J'HREE consecutive years we were awarded the highest rating at the Oklahoma Photographers Convention Proud of it? Of course we are. It proves con- clusively that the best photos are made at Shuck’s Studio.