Garrett High School - Aeolian Yearbook (Garrett, IN)

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SENIOR CLASS PROPHECY The time for my long desired vacation had arrived and I eagerly seized the op¬ portunity for enjoying these few valuable weeks to the utmost of my ability. Accord¬ ingly, early in July I began my journey by aeroplane. My trip had been delightful until one afternoon I glanced at the gasoline indicator and I discovered that my supply was low. I saw a good landing place, whereupon I decided to alight and purchase some gas begore proceeding farther. I placed my plane in a hanger and strolled up the street. Everything looked familiar and I soon learned that I was in Indianapolis. This was not only a great surprise, but it seemed delightful, for I had not been in my native state for years. At a newsstand I purchased a magazine, and imagine my surprise when I saw Mamie Rahmer in charge of this place of business. We had a lengthy chat con¬ cerning old G. H. S. days and I questioned her as to whether or not there were any more old classmates in the city. Blushing, she replied, “Yes, I know one.” Then she told me that she had married Coe Van Lear and that they were living in the city. Later when I called at their home I found Coe wearing a white apron over his dark blue suit. He embraced me feelingly upon my arrival, as though I were his long lost brother. He explained the wearing of the apron by saying that he did the washing and general house work while Mamie made the money. When I returned to my plane and began to push her out of the hanger, my eyes alighted upon Ralph Eldridge. He was owner of the hangar and was delighted to hear of my meeting with the Van Lears. I took the air and flew for about five hours. Soon I came in view of a large body of water and I alighted here because it was a famous resort. Then I rented a bathing suit, and seeing a crowd at a little distance, through curiosity I walked in that direction. Imagine my surprise when I saw they were all gathering around two fancy divers, and these were no other than Albert Trapp and Lydia Yarde. I also learned that they were advertised as the world’s greatest divers. I met Lydia and Albert later and we enjoyed a short visit, during which they informed me that Amel Swan¬ ders was proprietor of a prominent dancing academy at this resort. We visited him several hours later, and after meeting these old friends I decided to visit Garrett. It was a little late when I began this journey and consequently I was only able on that day to reach Akron, Ohio. I registered at a hotel, and worn out by my trip, I went at once to my room. I was amazed when I viewed Ralph Scisinger, mop and bucket in hand, slowly trudging down the steps. I questioned him about his unusual occupa¬ tion and he enlightened me by saying that he was the owner of the hotel, but that he did odd jobs now and then since help had become so expensive. The next morning I continued cn my way to Garrett, arriving there about 11 a. m. The place had changed unbelievably since I had last seen it. The business district was some distance from the landing ground, consequently I boarded a north bound car. The conductor’s voice sounded very much like that of a woman, and upon glancing up I recognized Isabelle Slifer. Later we took lunch together. After I had left the car and was walking along the business district I noticed posters in every window. I stopped to read one, and the following greeted my eyes: ‘‘For Mayer, Faye Sanders, Candidate on the Republican Ticket.” The picture great- I’age Twenty

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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1916 a most enthusiastic group of seventy-nine Freshmen began their interesting career in Garrett High. We were given a social entertainment and very civil reception in the High School building by the Class of ' 19, after the de¬ cision had been made to modify the initiation of Freshmen. However, some members of the class of ’19, unable to abide by the “Golden Rule,’’ gave several of our boys a very enthusiastic welcome, with the result that the latter were robbed temporarily of some of their personal beauty. Our first year in high school was occupied in those most numerous mistakes and blunders that are inevitable in the career of every Freshman class. As Sophomores, we formed our first class organization. This event was espec¬ ially important, because it was the first time a class had organized before they had assumed the dignified title of “Juniors.” The year was spent in numerous parties and social events, and we gradually began to realize the many benefits of a class or¬ ganization. When we entered old room Seven, beginning our role as Juniors, we determined to make the year a most successful one. The class was organized the second week of school, and after we had enjoyed several parties, we began to comprehend the fact that it was time to plan for our Carnival. Several busy weeks followed, with the class of ’20 working most energetically, and when the eventful time arrived, the most successful Carnival of all was presented. A large sum of money was cleared, and it was decided to expend this for some entertainment of the Class of ’19. Ac¬ cordingly, on May 5, 1919, the most prominent social event of the year, the Junior- Senior banquet, was held and proclaimed a decided success by all. Soon after the graduation of the 1919 Class, we Juniors left for Lake Wawasee, where we enjoyed a week of fun and good times. As Seniors, we have reached the zenith of our school day ambitions. On the first Monday of school forty-two old faithfuls answered the call of the school-bell and began our work as Seniors. The class organization took place September 18, 1919, and plans were immediately made for the raising of money for our Memorial fund. The proceeds from our “Movie” show, which amounted to sixty-five dollars, was set aside as a part of this fund. In the high school honor roll the Seniors were foremost and we were first to go “over the top” in the A. A. memberships. Our class also possesses the winner of the prize essay contest. Athletics have been made most successful in our high school this year, due to the fact that the Senior Class furnished a majority of the football, basketball and baseball candidates, in addition to three captains. We are indeed proud of our Memorial Library, consisting of one hundred dollars worth of the best books available and presented to Garrett High in remembrance of the class of ’20. It is our earnest desire that the future Senior classes will con¬ tribute to this library, so that our high school may boast an efficient, creditable school library. The social events of our Senior year have been many. We have enjoyed numerous parties, bobsled rides and “feeds.” Our Senior class play, “The Corner Store,” presented after weeks of practice, was a decided success, and most assuredly the best entertainment given during this school year. The proceeds from this will finance the Senior lake trip, which is scheduled for the week following graduation. We, as Seniors, are leaving the G. H. S. in the care of you under-graduates, expecting you to cherish and revere the old Maroon and Blue. It is our most ardent desire that the future graduating classes, following our example, will be true and loyal to Garrett High; that they will back athletics; encourage the efforts of the A. A..; and that they will help to raise the standard and character of the G. H. S. to the highest degree. —VIRGINIA PATTERSON. Page Nineteen

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ly resembled Faye and I was surprised to learn that she had entered the political arena. I soon entered a restaurant and met “Izzv” as we had planned. Talking over old times I asked about news concerning many of my former classmates. She informed me that Phyllis Greene, Wilma Franks and Jessie Pressler were star actresses for the Show-down Dramatic Company. She also mentioned that Faye Miller had mar¬ ried the manager of a large automobile factory, and that Auliene Schulthess was traveling with Ringling Brothers as the Sweet Fat Woman of world renown. After my short visit in Garrett I continued my journey, and as a part of my internary I went to sunny California. At noon I landed in Chicago, where, while eating my lunch, I read in the Railroad Age Gazette that Alcie Freeze was president of the Baltimore Ohio railroad and that Franklin Lehmbeck had recently been appointed vice president. I went to their office, but learned that both of them were in New York on business. Los Angeles was coon reached and at about three o ' clock one afternoon I went to a large studio to watch the production of a real movie. The play and characters seemed familiar to me, and upon close inspection I discovered that it was “The Corner Store” which had been made famous by the G. H. S. Senior Class of 1920. After the show when I went to consult the manager concerning the success of the play, I found him making love to the leading lady. He turned toward me and I recognized my old friend, Harry Moran. Harry said that he had been all over the world playing “The Corner Store.” His company consisted of three old class¬ mates, Jessie Rafferty, Lillian Bass and Forrest Jones. Lillian and Forrest had been married for some time and now they were playing the leading roles. Harry, moreover, asserted that Harold Hughes was running a drug store in Los Angeles and that Gladys Utter who was living in a small town in Wisconsin, had married an agent for the Mitchell touring aeroplane. Marlow, he said, was prospering as a sur¬ geon in New York City. “Gob” and I enjoyed several days’ visit before I left for home. On my return I again alighted in Chicago, hoping to see “Al” and “Ben.” I found them both in Freeze’s office, and we began to talk about our Senior days in high school. Sud¬ denly Alcie turned his head away and began to cry. Ben explained this action by saying that Maurine Little had vamped poor Alcie. and later when she had spent all of his money, she left him. I asked Ben if he were married, and he smiled as he said that he was the happiest man in the world since he had married Virginia Patterson. I asked about Paul, and he said he had learned that Paul and Virginia had had very serious domestic troubles which had resulted in a divorce several years previous. As I flew over Garrett homeward bound, I could not refrain from landing and taking one more look at the prosperous city. I chanced to enter a telephone booth and in the directory I saw an advertisement of the “Fern Mann Beauty Parlor.” I called her, and Fern, in a very professional manner, told of her prosperous busi¬ ness. She became sad as she related how, on that very day, Milly Van Houten had been taken to the hospital for treatment for a nervous breakdown, but she became cheerful when she mentioned her afternoon appointments with Madge Williams and Ilo Ballentine. Both of these young ladies, who lived in the city, were married and patronized her continuously. I replaced the receiver on the hook at the close of the conversation and very Page Twenty-One