Elmira Free Academy - Torch / Sagoyawatha Yearbook (Elmira, NY)

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WALTER BOSLEY “The muscles strong, the temperate will, Endurance, foresight, strength and skill.” It is a combination of all those qualities that has made “Al” the star athlete of the Class of 1920. He shines in Basketball, Track, Football,—indeed, in every phase of ath- letic activity. That “Al” will make good in the future is cer- tain, for a strong body, an active mind, and a big heart have never been known to fail. Athletic Council, (3), Pres. (4) Varsity Basketball (2), (3), (4) Varsity Track (3), (4) Varsity Football (2), (3), (4) Student Council, (3), (4) Forum, (3) Senior Glee Club Inter-class Basketball Track Manager, (3) HELEN E. BOWER “’Tis good in every sense, you know, To have two strings unto her bow.” Helen is as well known for her love of fun as for her ability to get on the Honor Roll. It is the former that has made her such a favorite with her classmates, but the latter, needless to say, goes better with the Faculty. It is rumored that she desires to be a schoolmarm of “math” and doubtless, in a few years, we shall hear that she is at the Academy, “Denouncing dire reproach to luckless fools Unskilled to plod in mathematics rules.” Senior Circus Committee HELEN BOSWORTH “Thou hast no faults, Oh I no faults can spy.” Helen is one of that large number of girls that go through life minding their own business, bothering no one, and yet finding plenty of joy and pleasure in their own calm, quiet way. When called upon, she has always done her class duties effectively and well, has always passed her exams with a safe margin, and can graduate with a mind free from worry or care. Class Motto Committee ALICE BRETT “A friend as a friend should be— Loyal alike in praise and in blame-— Prone to be silent yet prompt to foresee Every call upon friendship’s name.” Alice is of the calm, serene, unruffled type, which makes her such a delightful chum. Nothing seems to bother her, except, perhaps, an especially hard American History lesson. She is as interested in her school work as in social affairs— a creditable point for any Senior. Alice’s vocation, we hear, is to be a stenographer, and we know she will have no diffi- culty in finding a fine position Senior Class Motto Committee Commercial Play Senior Announcement Committee Commercial Club

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VIVIAN BERGSTRESSER “And in the glances of her eyes Ever her heart’s good humor flies.” If you have seen “Diddie” and heard her laugh, you will never forget her. She is one of those sunny, joyful girls that make everyone happier wherever they go. If there is any- thing going on, she is sure to be right in the midst of it, and to do her full share either of work or play. A business life is her ambition, and we envy the man that gets her for a secretary. Secretary of Senior Class Pin and Ring Committee Senior Reception Committee Girls’ Vindex Get-together Party Committee Commercial Club EMILY BOGARDUS “ I have a heart with room for every joy.” Emily’s whole manner tells that to anyone at first glance. If you hear somebody chatting or humming busily in the hall, look around; and you will be sure to see her. For sev- eral weeks toward the end of this year, she has been forced to stay out of school owing to sickness, but we all hope that, in spite of this handicap, she will receive her long-desired diploma with us this June. The Class of 1920 can ill afford to have her name taken from its roll. Senior Reception Committee ANDREW BLASH “Much learning may make thee mad.” Perhaps “Andy” was familiar with this warning, and acted accordingly. However that may be, he has never been very crazy over the pursuit of knowledge, though he has always successfully weathered his exams, thanks to his amiable qualities and lots of good luck. Close shaves doubtless will come to “Andy” in the future, as well as to his patrons, but we feel sure that they, as well as he, will come through safe and sound. Senior Glee Club Get-together Party Dramatic Club GEORGE BOGART Quiet, calm deliberation disentangles every knot.” As George is the very embodiment of calm deliberation, it is very probable that that is the secret of his ability to pass examinations without apparent effort. He has never sought fame for himself, but is always willing to lend a helping hand to others, and consequently is universally recognized as a good scout. George is a big man in more ways than one, and his grip on the future will never lack strength or a clear brain to back it up. Senior Reception Committee Dramatic Club

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 LYLE BROWN “So dost thou travel on life’s common way, In cheerful kindness.” Lyle is one .of the hustlers of the Senior Class. Just to hear her talk is enough to convince anyone of this fact, and to see her at work is absolute proof. She is, consequently, a general favorite among the teachers as well as among tlie students. It is Lyle’s ambition to be a nurse, and we phophesy that “I don’t want to get well” will be a favorite song at the hospital she enters. Class Motto Committee SAMUEL BROWN “Let labor meet delight half-way.” Whenever a good time is in prospect, “Sam” is right on the job. He differs from most of us, however, in that he is just as willing to work and help anyone else as he is to help make a party a success. Artistic printing is his specialty, and this book can give proof that his work is of the highest order. Our class is indeed fortunate in possessing “Sam” Brown. “Blue and White” Board Get-together Party Committee RUTH BROWN “There’s little of the melancholy element in he: .” That’s Ruth! There’s always a cheery smile and glad wel- come to be secured by greeting her in the hall, or anywhere else she happens to be. She is one of the jolliest, most good natured girls in the Class and consequently there are a great many of its members that can rightfully and proudly declare, “She is my friend.” Student Council Get-together Party Committee Senior Reception Committee J. LEO BUCKLEY “But lo! no common orator can hope The envied silver cup within his scope.” Leo, however, is no common orator, for he has been train- ing himself for three years in the art of public speaking, with wonderful results. He entered the Forum as a Sophomore and learned how to talk, but conserved his supply of hot air until his Senior year, when he let it escape with a blast that rolled over all opposition, even to our redoubtable debate rivals from Binghamton. Debating Team Business Manager of Senior Play President of Dramatic Club Forum, (2), (3), (4) Senior Glee Club Senior Reception Committee Senior Circus Committee