Elmhurst College - Elms Yearbook (Elmhurst, IL)

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Prophistory of the Class of 1922 On emerging from the operating room where I had assisted in a dehcate operation a nurse on whose sweet smiling face beamed the hope of becommg consecrated to her work, handed me a bulky letter. The handwritmg on it was somewhat feminine and the nurse gave it to me with a knowing twinkle in her eye. And I must confess that my heart did beat faster after I had carefully reread the address, for I recognized it as the script of Fred Nied- ringhaus, my old Side Kicker, back in the days of dear old Elmhurst. 1 hurried to the dressing room for the necessary shower, and then happy and refreshed, went straight to my den where I could rest and read the long- expected class letter. Having settled snugly in my big Morris, with my feet resting nicely at just the comfortable angle, I tore open the envelope and read : .., 10-, Fort Bliss, Texas, April 8, 1929. My Dear Classmates : In accordance with our agreement to have a class letter made when we were still in Elmhurst, I shall make a beginning. For the last five years I have been trying to put some meaning into the name of this place which, as you have noticed, is Fort Bliss. My knowl- edge of Spanish has been of untold value to me, for I have the rare oppor- tunity of working with the Mexicans as well as with our own people. I am very happy here. The Mexicans respond to the story of Jesus, as well as others. Besides my church here, I have a mission just across the Rio Grande. Mrs. Emigholz and I go over once a week. She claims to have more reason for going than I, the first being that some pretty Mexican girls might kidnap me, and the other, her desire to assist in the work. She teaches the women to care for their babies and keep their homes, and I teach and preach the Old Gospel story. Our little Joe is now four years old, and already talks of the time when he can go to Elmhurst of the South, here in our own Lone When you have all added to this letter, send it back to me and we ' ll begin over again. Ell send this on to Gerhold. With regards to all. Your friend, Emmy (Ludwig Emigholz). Evangelical Deaconess Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio, April 15, 1929. Dear Fellows : , Received the letter from Emmy last week, but until now, I haven t had time to add my part. Since accepting the superintendency of the hospital last year, I have been very busy getting settled and acquainted. Living here at the hospital has brought me such a sense of security, that I am venturmg marriage in Tune. I have come to the conclusion that two Buckeyes will be more able to see their way through life than one. My best wishes to all of you. Arthur (Arthur Gerhold). St. Louis, Mo., April 20, 1929. Dear Old Classmates: I was glad to hear from all of you, but I will be brief in adding my note. As editor of the Evangelical Herald you hear from me often enough. To 29

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THEODORE LEHMAN— Ted. The highest ivisdom is continual cheerfulness; such a state, like the region above the moon, is always clear and serene. — Montaigne. His smile dispels gloom and it displays itself right often too. He was a nature lover indeed, paying double tribute to the beauties of Elmhurst. His well modu- lated voice is peculiarly adapted to parlor oratory. He certainly deserves much credit for grit and stick-to-it-iveness. FRED NIEDRINGHAUS Fritz. Gladness of heart is the life of a man. — Anon. It is certain that we shall always remember Fred as a jovial friend, capable of deep and serious thinking, as well as seeing the humorous side of things. Fred ' s proficiency as a specialty salesman will undoubtedly help him in his efforts to induce that rich young widow to accept his goods. GILBERT SCHRODT— Schrodt, Nature is man ' s teacher. She unfolds her treasures to his search, illuminates his mind, and purifies his heart; an influence breathes from all the sights and sounds of her existence. — Street. Gilbert ' s unique characteristic was his love for the beauty contained in the Great-Out-of-Doors. As nature always takes an unimposing attitude, we believe that Gilbert has modeled after her in chosing modesty as his virtue.

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add a personal touch though, my good wife has insisted on calHng our twins, Evangehne and Harold, so we have a heralding Evangeline, and an evangelical Harold all our own. Send in some of your interesting experiences once in a while and we ' ll tell the world about them. Your old pet barker, John ( John Flucke). Champaign, III, May 1, 1929. My Esteemed Friends : I am in receipt of the class letter which seems to be altogether void of dignity and refinement. Nevertheless it is very interesting to me and I am willing to give way to its spirit. I am now an assistant professor of natural science in the university here. My work is gratifying beyond comprehension. By experimentation I have almost succeeded in crossing the honey bee and the lightning bug. Think what an advantage it will be to have bees work in night and day shifts. Then I may succeed in revolutionizing the top in- dustry. By careful cultivation, I have almost succeeded in raising wooden turnips. I want all of you to feel free to write me for any desired information. Your respectful friend, Gilbert (Gilbert Schrodt). P. S. — The tuft of my hair that used to dangle in front, has made my right eye weak and now I wear a monocle. One of ni}- older girl students has suggested that I wear my hair pompadour, and so I do. G. S. Hudson, N. Y., May 5, 1929. Dear Old Classmates : Here I am way over East. It ' s the Sleepy Hollow region, but everyou ' is lively. My church has about five hundred members. At first I had trouble with my choir, but eliminated it by marrying the leader. We now have a little chorister of our own, and at her inspiration (she ' s alwavs cooing and oo-ing), I have written several songs, The Return of the Dove and The Owl ' s Lullab} ' . A big advantage in living so far east is that it doesn ' t take me long to get m}- articles to the Pathfinder Publishing Co. in Washington. My article in the last number, Did Rip Van Winkle snore, and whv he slept twenty years instead of thirty, may be of interest to vou. My best to all. Elmer (Elmer Hoefer). Port Roval, Bav Islands (Gulf of Honduras), May 23, 1929. Dear Old Gang: Getting the class letter was a double treat for me. Besides bringing me news from the States, it comes from friends I think of so often. Contributing my part now reminds me of the time when I kept the records of our class legislation in our Elmhurst days. I wish I were as close to you now, but don ' t get the impression that I would swap positions with anv of vou. The natives here are slow in all their ways and the seed I ' m planting isn ' t sprout- ing like a weed. I do see results, however. One nice thing about this place is that the climate keeps a fellow from getting cold feet. It gets so hot sometimes that I am tempted to preach in niy B.V.D. ' s. W ' e keep in close touch with the mission on the mainland. Mrs. Yogelman is at present helping out in San Pedro. My blessings on all of you. Walter (Walter ogelman). 30