German Township High School - Laureola Yearbook (McClellandtown, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 154 of the 1926 volume:

®ltp Saumtla Uolump § punitmi (Unman litgli §rhuol iHrQJlrllanfitmtiu. |Ia. fJublT£il7r bn (Et?r (ClaBH nf (Uitrntij-§num Editor-in-Chief Business Manager Sara V. Johnson Israel H. Janoff 2 THE LAUREOLA FOREWORD DEDICATION HIGH SCHOOL SONG OUR HIGH SCHOOL G. T. H. S. DIRECTORY G. T. H. S. BOARD OF EDUCATION DIARY OF ’25 AND ’26 FACULTY SENIOR CLASS DIRECTORY JUNIOR CLASS DIRECTORY SOPHOMORE CLASS DIRECTORY FRESHMAN CLASS DIRECTORY COMMERCIAL CLASS MICROSCOPE STAFF LAUREOLA STAFF SOCIETIES CONTESTANTS EDITORIALS DANDY LIONS PLAYS CUPID’S PAGE FOOTBALL BASKETBALL TRACK ALUMNI SNAPSHOTS JOKES AUTOGRAPHS THE LAUREOLA 3 3Fnmmu In completing this, the seventeenth volume of the Laureola, we have striven our utmost to portray to you our school life and our school activities. Mayhaps there are errors, but please do not dwell on our mistakes, but on our merits. So, Friends and Readers, we hope that as you scan these pages o’er you will find there something of interest or of entertainment to you. THE STAFF. 4 THE LAUREOLA iCluijii ittaiamt To Mr. Lloyd Matson, as a token of their appreciation of his untiring efforts in the behalf of the school, this volume is respectfully dedicated by the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-seven of the German Township High School. THE LAUREOLA 5 HIGH SCHOOL SONG I. The school we love the best, is German Township High, Anri far abovs the rest, her flag shall always fly. We’ll guard her emblem well, that none may float ahead. Of Alma Mater’s banner fair, the Black and Red. (Harmony—Loud) Oh! Black and Red we love thy fair, fair folds; A treasure that each son and daughter sacred holds. Then proudly wave as years go fleeting by The emblem of our dear old German Township High. (Unison—Maestoso) Hail to the Alma Mater that we love, And love her well, as each can tell, Hail to the flag that floats above them all. The Black and Red must float ahead. Hail, to the motto that we love the best, “Scientia Potestas est.” Wave Red and Black forever, Falter may you never. Dear Old German Township High. II Thy praises we will sing, Oh! Alma Mater, dear, Our songs and cheers shall ring, for you from year to year, The lessons we have learned in life shall be our guide. And may we all, at Duty’s call tuna back with pride. —J. B. Sheetz. 6 THE LAUREOLA OUR HIGH SCHOOL G. T. H. S. CREED I will keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight. I will try to keep my standard high and help others to do likewise. 1 will help others to get the comforts of life and happiness which are rightfully theirs. I will improve my language which is the expression of my character. I pledge myself to honor, to uphold, and do all I can for the good of my school. These are the best services I can render to my school, to my state, to my country. MOTTO: Scientia Potestas Est. COLOR: Red and Black. YELL Zippi—Yeppi—Lepida—Zam! Hoki—Poki—Millime—Yam! Rodi—Modi—Metiza—Da! German Township High School! Rah!—Rah!—Rah! THE LAUREOLA 7 R. E. RUDISILL, A. B. District Superintendent ELIZABETH J- RIDER Office Clerk G. T. H. S. 1923 Graduate FLORENCE I. ROYCROFT Assistant Office Clerk G. T. H. S. 1923 Graduate 8 THE LAUREOLA Stmturg uf ( mnan (Enumahip President-----------------------B. S. Newcomer, Jr-, McClellandtown, Pa. Vice President------------------------------------E. R. Bliss, Adah, Pa. Secretary--------------------Dr. J. Holmes Sangston, McClellandtown, Pa. Treasurer---------------------------John M. Crow, McClellandtown, Pa. Prank M. Lardin-----------------------------------------Uniontown, Pa. W. J. Culleton----------------------------------------------Ronco, Pa. Thomas W- McCracken______________________________________Edenborn, Pa. District Superintendent-------------R. E. Rudisill, McClellandtown! Pa. Otfice Assistant----------------------------------Miss Elizabeth Rider Medical Inspector---------------Dr. J. H. Sangston, McClellandtown, Pa. Penmanship Supervisor---------------Prof. P. 0. Peterson, Greensburg, Pa. HIGH SCHOOL—No. 1 J. B. Sheetz------------------------------------- McClellandtown, Pa. High School Principal, Chemistry J Carman Newcomer---------------------------------Uniontown, Pa. R. D. Vice-Principal, Mathematics, Dramatics and Athletics Lloyd Matson------------------------------------- McClellandtown, Pa. English and Librarian Harold D. Wheeler----------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. Latin and Athletics Clarence G. Enterline.-----------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. Principal, Commercial Department Anna F. Leonard..------------------------------------- Uniontown, Pa. Assistant Principal Commercial Department James D. Shaner------------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa Science Samuel W. Shuss-----------------------------------AIcClellandtown, Pa Manuel Training and Mechanical Drawing Minnie Hoover--------------_____-------------------McClellandtown, Pa. Domestic Science Department Goldie Stewart----------------------------------------Carmichaels, Pa. Household Arts Department Helen Sapper--------------------------------------Uniontown, Pa., R. D French Elizabeth Vail----------------------------------- McClellandtown, Pa English and. Public Speaking Ross Minor------------------------------------------------Dunkard, Pa. Mathematics, Athletics T. L. Titus-------------------------------------------Carmichaels, Pa. History, Athletics GATES—No. 14 1 Hilda Benke---------------------------------------------Leisenring, Pa. 2 Sylvia auiiivan--------------------------------------Connellsville, Pa. 3 Virginia Jordan----------------------------------------------Gates, Pa. 4 Marguerite Ewing----------------------------------------Smithfield, Pa. 5 Samera Brizts---------------------------------------------Leckrone, Pa. 6 Mary Nelis----------------------------------------------------Adah, Pa. 7 Walter Fretts--------------------------------------- Masontown, Pa 8 D. L. McClelland, Principal______________________________Masontown, Pa. to 1 0 — cscno wtoi- cicnitkostoi-1 -3 os ca it go to i- oo-iosoi-uosroi-1 THE LAUREOLA 9 LECKRONE—No. 10 Pearle Payton_______________ Nell Ruth Witt______________ Mildred Franks______________ Marguerite Swift____________ Mildred Coldren_____________ Ruth Rider_________ Catherine MeGinty__________ Edgar Cunningham, Prncipal ________Martin, Pa. -----Union town, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. ------Leckrone, Pa. -----Masontown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. --------Dawson, Pa. McClellandtown—No. 2 Nelle Jamison__________________________ Eugenia Loucks_________________________ Sara Roycroft__________________________ Florence Woodfill_______________________ Pearl Ache_____________________________ Rose Eisenberg_________________________ Frank Hamilton, Principal_______________ DEARTHTOWN—No. 5 McClellandtown, Pa. -----Lamberton, Pa. ____New Salem, Pa. -----Uniontown, Pa McClellandtown, Pa. _____Uniontown, Pa. _____Lamberton, Pa. Grace Keener__________________________ Viola Shives__________________________ Elizabeth Brown_______________________ Jean McKay____________________________ Margaretta McMullen___________________ Thcmas Gault, Principal_______________ BESSEMER—No. 11 --------Lamberton, Pa. ---------Republic, Pa. ------------Hibbs, Pa. ________Uniontown, Pa. ________Uniontown, Pa. Scottdale, Pa., R. F. D. Lenore Woodfill_______________________ Wilella Dalzell_______________________ Liberty Brizts________________________ Winifred De Priest____________________ Edna Wilson___________________________ George Morris, Principal______________ CORE—No. 8 ---Uniontown, Pa. ___Masontown, Pa. -----Leckrone, Pa ---Masontown, Pa. —Masontown, Pa. Grays Landing, Pa. Mary M. Franks------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. Milton Carson, Principal____________________McClellandtown, Pa. Mary M. Franks------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. Milton Carson, Principal____________________McClellandtown, Pa. POUNDSTONE—No. 19 1 Vernon Devan__________________________ BALSINGER—No. 20 1 Lillian Thorne________________________ 2 Gwendolyn Bames______________________ EDEN BORN—No- 12 1 B Mary Murphy__________________________ 1 A Margaret Yauger______________________ 2 B Mary Gilland________________________ 2 A Dora Enlow__________________________ 3 B Edna Smell___________________________ Hopwood, Pa. __________Uledi, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. -McClellandtown, Pa. ------Edenborn, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. -McClellandtown, Pa. w m ►-� oo-Joscn cofoi-i oo q si oi m w m h 10 THE LAUREOLA 3 A 4 B 4 A 5 B 5 A 6 B 6 A 7 B 8 Nola Moore_____________ Mary Enlow_____________ Margraet Nicholson----- Elizabeth Cassidy------ Anna Cassidy___________ Bessie Childs---------- Pearl Barber___________ Caroline Duggan Brown C. P. Kendall, Principal McClellandtown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. _____Smithfield, Pa. _____New Salem, Pa. _____New Salem, Pa. _____Uniontown, Pa. .McClellandtown, Pa. -McClellandtown, Pa. -McClellandtown, Pa. RONCO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Cornelia Glenn------- Margaret Johnson_____ Victoria Secosk.v____ Harold McLaughlin... Mary Hague----------- Hilda Stuyvesant----- D. A. Huhn, Principal Grays Landing, Pa ___Masontown, Pa. ________Ronco, Pa. ______Kiester, Pa. ________Ronco, Pa. ____Masontown, Pa. ________Ronco, Pa. MASONTOWN Clara Lee__________________________________________Masontown, Pa. Sara Miller________________________________________Masontown, Pa. Edith Stuyvesant___________________________________Masontown, Pa. Beulah Sterling____________________________________Masontown, Pa. B Ira Crise__________________________________________Dunbar, Pa. A Anna Franks______________________________________Leckrone, Pa. B Mabel Taylor____________________________________Masontown, Pa. A Era Walek_______________________________________Masontown, Pa. Alice Lewellen_____________________________________Masontown, Pa J. S. McClelland, Principal________________________Masontown, Pa. FOOTEDALE—No. 6 Cora Van Kirk____ Nell Poundstone.. Ruth Dean------- Elizabeth Jeffries Ulah White_______ Edna Vail-------- Mary Hauger------ Virgil C. Hess--- _____New Salem, Pa. _____Uniontown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. _____New Salem, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. _____Uniontown, Pa. _____Brownsville, Pa. MESSMORE—No. 7 Elizabeth Harford___________________________________Messmore, Pa- Nora Grove____________________________________McClellandtown, Pa. Carolvn Fiat__________________________________McClellandtown, Pa. 0. II.' Hostetler, Principal__________________McClellandtown, Pa. McLAIN—No. 18 1 Clifford Buell Masontown, Pa. ROSS—No. 19 1 Calvin Wolfe McClellandtown, Pa. THE LAUREOLA 11 PALMER—No. 13 1 B Mary Martin___________________________________________ Donora, Pa. 1 A Ruth Gildroy-------------------------------------------Dunbar, Pa. 2 CatherineCatherine Lynch________________________McClellandtown, Pa. 3 Edna Hall---------------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. 4 B Iola Owens----------------------------------------------Hibbs, Pa. 4 A Margaret Esken----------------------------------Star Junction, Pa. 5 Ruth Swagler---------------------------------------Scenery Hill, Pa- 6 Helen Benke-----------------------------------------Leisenring, Pa. 7 Edith Miller--------------------------------------------Dunbar, Pa. 8 Leslie Sharpnack, Principal________________________Carmichaels, Pa. LOWER LAMBERT—No. 3 1 Mary Hamilton______ 2 Opal Smell_________ 3 Ethel McCann_______ 4 Etta Brooks________ 5 Edgar Jeffries, Principal UPPER LAMBERT—No. 4 1 Mary Louise Weller_________________________McClellandtown, Pa. 2 Mae Mostetler------------------------------McClellandtown, Pa. 3 Hazel Franks_______________________________McClellandtown, Pa. 4 J. A. Holland, Principal________________________Uniontown, Pa. MT STERLING—No. 16 1 Laura Harford__________________________________Somerfield, Pa. 2 Elizabeth Price_______________________________ Masontown, Pa. 3 Anna Cottage____________________________________Masontown, Pa. 1 Bryan Christopher, Principal____________________Masontown, Pa. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS 1 Florence Roycroft_______________________________Footedale, Pa. JANITORS -------Lambert, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. McClellandtown, Pa. _______Lambert, Pa. _____Uniontown, Pa. High School______ Edenborn_________ Leckrone_________ Footedale________ Dearth town______ Bessmcr__________ West Masontown___ McClellandtown. _v. Palmer___________ Gates____________ Mt. Sterling_____ Messmore_________ Lower Lambert____ Upper Lambert____ Ronco____________ __________________J. J. McCann, McClellandtown, Pa. __________________A. E. Moser, McClellandtown, Pa. _______________David W. Riffle, McClellandtown, Pa. -------------Gilbert Coffman. McClellandtown, Pa. _____________J. W. Christopher, McClellandtown, Pa- __________________D. B. Christopher, Masontown, Pa. _______________________Sanford West, Masontown, Pa. _____________J. A. McWilliams, McClellandtown, Pa. ____________________Ernest McClelland, Adah, Pa. __________________________George Riter, Adah, Pa. _________________________George Smith, Masontown, Pa. _________________________A. C. Tracy, Messmore, Pa. _________________Frank Coffman, McClellandtown, Pa ____________________Thomas Hostetler, Lambert, Pa. ____________________Robert Williard, Masontown, Pa. AMERICANIZATION CLASSES Gates__________________________________D. L. McClellan, Masontown, Pa. Palmer_________________________________________Mary Martin, Adab, Pa. Edenborn___________________________Caroline Brown, McClellandtown, Pa. Ralph________________________________Thomas W. Gault, New Salem, Pa. Lambert__________________________________Frank Hamilton, Lambert, Pa. Footedale____________________________Virgil C. Hess, Merrittstown, Pa. 12 THE LAUREOLA Hoari) of duration 1— FRANK M. LARDIN 2— THOMAS W. McCRACKEN 3— JOHN M. CROW 4— E. R. BLISS Vice-President 5— B. S. NEWCOMER President 6— DR. J. H. SANGSTON (No photo available) 7— W J. CULLETON (No photo available) THE LAUREOLA 13 DIARY OF ’25 AND ’26 AUGUST 31—Opening of new school year. All expect it to be a good year. SEPTEMBER 4—Well, one week over. “Freshies” are beginning to feel not so green, but greener. SEPTEMBER 7—Monday. Ready to start back to work again after 2 day’s vacation. SEPTEMBER 8—Had assembly to-day- The Professors, H. D. Wheeler, T. L. Titus and A. R. Minor gave short talks on football. SEPTEMBER 9—Girl’s and boy’s had their athletic meetings. SEPTEMBER 10—Had assembly. Supt. Rudisill explained transportation rules. SEPTEMBER 11—Juniors had first test. History! All made good? SEPTEMBER 14—We are having some great experiments in Physics! We sure do like Physics??? (0) SEPTEMBER—Nothing doing, just studying hard. SEPTEMBER 16—Laureola Staff was elected. Now our hard work’s begun. SEPTEMBER 17—Assembly to-dav. Getting ready for our first football game. Spirits high. We play Jefferson- SEPTEMBER 18—Hurrah! We won the game to-day—78-7. Put all the Subs in during the second quarter. Started to rain and everyone made a 100-yard dash for their cars. SEPTEMBER 21—Assembly. A few speeches made. Gave the G. T. H. S. yell for the team. Redstone’ll have to go some to get that Cup. SEPTEMBER 22—Assembly. A Senior boy got a new powder-box. Everyone losing a lot of sleep over monthly tests. SEPTEMBER 23—Assembly again Distributed signs for the Brownsville game. SEPTEMBER 24—Raised the roof to-day, practicing yells for Brownsville gam .e SEPTEMBER 25—Victorious again! Beat Brownsville 14-6. Big crowd at our first home game. SEPTEMBER 28—All the teachers seemed sleepy to-day. Must have been up late last night. At Church. Maybe. SEPTEMBER 29—Assembly. Received our football season tickets. Laureola Staff had a meeting. SEPTEMBER 30—Received first issue of Microscope. Sure is good. Junior rings arrive. Say, but they’re pretty. OCTOBER 1—Teachers are fixing out our grades. Wonder what we got- OCTOBER 2—First league game with Alverton to-day. Mud was knee deep. As a result the score was 0-0. Freshmen reception to-night OCTOBER 5—Girl’s Athletic Association had a meeting. OCTOBER 6—Yes, we got our report cards to-day. That is some did. OCTOBER 7—Assembly to-day at 9 o’clock. Prof. Sheetz gave us a good lecture concerning our good marks. 14 THE LAUREOLA OCTOBER 8—Practiced yells and had a snake-dance down on the gridiron in preparation for to-morrow’s game with South Union. OCTOBER 9—We won to-day 13-0. Sure was cold, a swell football day. OCTOBER 12—Columbus Day. Also Blue Monday. OCTOBER 13—All assembled in auditorium and listened in on the sixth game of the World’s Series. Pittsburgh won, Rah! Rah! OCTOBER 14—We are getting ready for the next football game Friday at Mt- Pleasant. OCTOBER 15—Hurrah! Pittsburgh won the World’s Series. OCTOBER 16—The boys played Mt. Pleasant to-day and lost 13-0. The Arid was not in condition to play. OCTOBER 19—Had assembly at 9 o’clock to-day. Also Laureola Staff meeting. O TORER 20—Another day gone by. Nothing haopened to-day. OCTOBER 21—Junior Class had meeting. Prepared for a Hallowe'en Party. OCTOBER 22—Assembly. We he rd a good lecture on football. P- of. Wheeler sure can get you interested in the game. OCTOBER 23—Played North nion and lost. Score 6-0. OCTOBER 26—We’re getting ready for next Friday’s game- It will be the best game of t e pc son. Who do we play? REDSTONE! That means work, if we want to keep that Cup. OCTOBER 27—A lot of us got megaphones for the game Friday. OCTOBER 28—H,jd nssemblv and heard seme fine sneeches. Prof. Minor explained football. Also had a pep meeting. Oh! I wonder what the outcome of the game will be? OCTOBER 30—Hurrah! We won! Score—G. T. H. S., 6. Redstone. 0. Yanrhus threw a forward nass to Smith and Smith, being already ever the goal line, fell with the ball, thus making the only score of the game. NOVEMBER 2—Everyone harpy to-day. We had assembly and a few speeches about the game. NOVEMBER 3—We play Dunbar Friday. Another hard team. NOVEMRER 4- -The Freshman Class had a meeting to-day. Also had assembly. NOVEMBER 5—Had a pep meeting. Engaged a special car for the Dunbar game, Friday. NOVEMBER 6—We won again! The score was 6-0. It was the best game ever played bv a High School team. Poor Prof. Shaner lost his voice. In fact we all did. NOVEMBER 9—Well, Prof. Shaner found his voice again. We heard seme srlendid speeches given in assembly to-day by all the teachers that attended the game. NOVEMBER 10—Organized our Literary Societies to-da.v. Our first meeting will be the Wednesday before Thanksgiving Received report cards. NOVEMBER 11—Had assembly to-day. Mr. Schmidt from Union-town recited rm ny poems. In the afternoon we listened to a new invention of the Phonograph. THE LAUREOLA 15 NOVEMBER 12—Had pep meeting to-day at 3 o’clock. We play Fredericktown to-morrow. NOVEMBER 13—This must have been a lucky Friday the 13th. We beat Fredericktown. It rained as usual. NOVEMBER 16—The girls had a basketball meeting at 3:15. If they all turn out at every practice, we’ll have enough for 7 teams. NOVEMBER 18—Had a pep meeting for the game. We play Fair-chance. NOVEMBER 19—Heard that Fairchance only had 8 eligible men on the team. But we are going to beat them anyway. NOVEMBER 20—I was right, we did beat them- A 13 to 0 victory. NOVEMBER 23—Had assembly to-day. A few speeches were given. NOVEMBER 24—Tomorrow we play the Freshman team of Waynesburg College in football. NOVEMBER 25—Gosh ! We won again. The score was 6-0. Goodbye, dear Diary, until after Thanksgiving vacation. Had Literary program for first time. NOVEMBER 30—Back again. Had assembly. Miss Williard gave a talk on Christmas Tuberculosis Seals. The boys had their first basketball meeting. Also had a Laureola Staff meeting. DECEMBER 1—The cast for the play “17” are practicing every day. The play is to be given December 17 and 18. DECEMBER 2—The Laureola Staff had their pictures taken to-day. 0, Yes, the “show” was fine. DECEMBER 3—The Microscope Staff had their pictures taken today- DECEMBER 4—Gee! this is Friday and the football season is over. Sure hope we get to keep that Cup. Got our report cards to-day. DECEMBER 7—Hurrah! The Cup is ours again. Some write-up in The Morning Herald. DECEMBER 8—Assembly. Got word that the Penn State Alumni will be here sometime this week to present the Cup. DECEMBER 9—The boys or girls are practicing basketball every night. The Seniors are starting to deliver their orations. DECEMBER 10—Oh! Yes, we are all getting ready for the midyear examinations. DECEMBER 11—Had assembly this morning. Mr. Schmidt was here again and recited a few selections. The Cup will be presented to us next Tuesday. DECEMBER 14—The Junior Class officers had their pictures taken. DECEMBER 15—Received the Cup to-day at 3 o’clock Mr. C. L. Rumberger, as representative cf Penn State Alumni, presented it. The program was fine. DECEMBER 16—The Senior Commercials gave a Xmas dinner to the Faculty. School took up late, and then we had assembly. Three Senior orations and the first Junior reading were given to-day. DECEMBER 17—Everyone is getting ready for the play, “17”, which will be given to-night and to-morrow night. DECEMBER 18—The play was fine last night. The Faculty played the Varsity to-day in basketball. The Faculty won. Well, dear Diary, 1 16 THE LAUREOLA wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Will see you “next year.” JANUARY 4—Back again, everyone wore their new Xmas gifts. Had assembly to-day to distribute the ads for our tirst basketball game. It is to be with Georges Township. The boys and girls both play. JANUARY 5—Had assembly to-day. Was told when our mid-year exams will be Gee! doesn’t that make you sweat? JANUARY 6—Had assembly again to-day. J. Buell Snyder and Mr. Charles Miller were here and both gave a splendid talk on Literature. JANUARY 7—Nothing important happened, only studying hard. JANUARY 8—Had a pep meeting to get ready for to-night’s game. Titus and Minor gave speeches. We’re going to win. JANUARY 11—I was half way right. The girls won, but the boys lost. A nice crowd attended. Had assembly. JANUARY 12—Our next game will be at North Union Friday night. JANUARY 13—Freshie falls out of Palmer bus. Everyone is busy, studying for the exams. JANUARY 14—Had assembly. Tried to provide a way for the girls to go to the game to-morrow night- JANUARY 15—O, if the exams were only over! JANUARY 18 I .... JANUARY 19 J EXAMINATIONS ! ! ! ! JANUARY 20—A few flunks. We won Friday night, both boys anci girls. JANUARY 21—We play Redstone to-morrow. JANUARY 22—Had assembly. Two Seniors gave their orations. Street-car wrecks at Shamrock. Pupils late. Snow-storm. JANUARY 25—Redstone won—18-16. Girls lost. Sad day. JANUARY 26—Junior Physics test. 0. K. JANUARY 27—Another snow-storm. JANUARY 28—Street-car late. No busses arrive, “snowed in” JANUARY 29—Lost to Pt. Marion (Basketball). FEBRUARY 1—Microscope out to-day, another month and 4 more to go. FEBRUARY 2—Snow melts. Orations. FEBRUARY 3—More orations. FEBRUARY 4—Assembly. Another day. FEBRUARY 5—Snow-storm. Assembly. Orations. 3 in 1 FEBRUARY 8—Dreary Monday. No happeningss. FEBRUARY 9—Fight between two Juniors. Some excitement. FEBRUARY 10—MORE ORATIONS! Getting tiresome. FEBRUARY 11—MORE ORATIONS!! Basketball game. Sophs beat Juniors. FEBRUARY 12—Celebrating that thing that happened February 12, 1809, (Lincoln’s Birthday). FEBRUARY 15—10 o’clock and all’s well. FEBRUARY 16—Junior boys duck some Freshies. Snowball fight. FEBRUARY 17—Fight in Mason’s store over the floor (not a girl). FEBRUARY 18—Basketball—Freshies victorious over Senior Commercials. Ray Freshies! 3 Cheers THE LAUREOLA 17 FEBRUARY 19—Orations—Orations—Orations! ! ! FEBRUARY 22—Washington’s Birthday. Assembly at 1:00 P. M. FEBRUARY 23—New law—No more snowballing, two girls hit. FEBRUARY 24—Rumors: Lady members of the Faculty to play fat girls of the H. S.—Bertha Antram, etc., etc. Soon. FEBRUARY 25—Thursday, did you know it? I did. FEBRUARY 26—Good-bye. Last school day of the shortest month of the year. Redstone won. MARCH 1—Welcome—6 and 3 to go. (months, not days). MARCH 2—Laureola Staff meeting Assembly and orations. MARCH 3—Snow-torm, Orations. MARCH 4—Basketball game—Minor Specials Vs. Sophomores. Ray Sophomores! 18-15. MARCH 5—Point Marion defeated. Score 19-10. Sweet revenge for our deal last year. MARCH 8—Monday and the first Literary contest. Fred Bryan defeated in the select oration. MARCH 9—Assembly at 9:00 A. M. Sad news. Varsity Basketball team defeated by Keystone Club. 28-26. MARCH 10—Laureola Staff meeting. MARCH 11—P. M Program and Debate. MARCH 12—The hit of the season—A Faculty program. Our negative debating team defeats Uniontown’s affirmative. MARCH 13—Miss Frances De Priest of German Township wins third place in the Reading contest at Perryopolis High School. MARCH 16—Presentation of Football rings to varsity men by “Benny” Friedman. MARCH 17—Assembly and some more orations. German Township affirmative defeats Point Marion’s negative. MARCH 18—Poor day for editorials. MARCH 19—Lost debate to North Union’s negative and affirmative. MARCH 22—Raymond Moser of German Township wins Original oration contest. With the oration, “One and His Call.” MARCH 23—Mr. Moser is the hero of the day. Congratulations. MARCH 24—Assembly and rain. MARCH 25—Another day- MARCH 26—8th Grade Reading Contest eliminations. MARCH 29—String Instrument contest at Uniontown. We lost, but it wasn’t Powell’s fault. MARCH 30—Dreary day. MARCH 31—Came in like a lamb and going out as a lion. APRIL 1—Welcome, seven and two to go (months). APRIL 2—Assembly. Program. Lots of fun. Waiting for Easter. APRIL 5—Everyone smiling. Start to organize Class Baseball teamsj Wind Instrument and Vocal Contest. APRIL 6—Snow, rain, sleet, assembly, and orations. Everything comes at once. APRIL 7—Talk by John Willard- APRIL 8—No assembly. Snow. 18 THE LAUREOLA APRIL 9—Eighth Grade Spelling and Reading Contest. APRIL 12—First track and baseball practice. Many candidates out lor tryout. APRIL 13—Assembly with 16 orations. Not a bit tiresome ? ? ? APRIL 14—Assembly for the presentation of 1925 baseball letters. APRIL 15—High School play, “A prairie Rose.” Great. APRIL 16—Repeating of School play. APRIL 19—Assembly and orations. APRIL 20—Matinee of “A Prairie Rose.” APRIL 21—Spook night—a bad and dreary day. APRIL 22—Seniors win inter-class track meet, Juniors are second, Freshmen are third and Sophomores are last. APRIL 23—Matinee of Keystone Minstrel Main show—Ross Minor. APRIL 26—Last week for all orations. Seniors start to rehearse for Commencement. APRIL 27—Assembly, orations, and marching practice. APRIL 28—Track team wins field meet at Carmichaels. APRIL 29—Senior rehearsal getting tiresome. APRIL 30—Orations completed. Thank Goodness! Good-bye, April. MAY 3—Ira Riffle succeeds R. E. Rudisill, whose term expired as Superintendent of German Township Schools. MAY 4—No assembly. Quiet day. MAY 5—Circus in Town, no one played, hook? Senior final exams. MAY 6—Senior finals. All itching for their diplomas. MAY 7—Circus fever again aroused Not very many missing. MAY 10—Senior vacation begins. MAY 11—Triangle track meet—Point Marion, Redstone, and German Township. MAY 12—Finals nearing. MAY 13—Assembly—very quiet, indeed. MAY 14—Full rehearsal of Seniors. MAY 17—Baccalaureate Sermon yesterday afternoon. MAY 18—Senior Class Night. MAY 19—FINAL EXAMINATIONS. MAY 20—Ditto. Senior Commencement. MAY 24—Junior Class Play, “A Full House.” Correct. MAY 25—Play again. Good-bye, dear, old books, snif, snif. THE END. T n i'lJJ inin rrrj’jrrrnt r wKcftc ARe J0fe 4.0� M6 N CRT ? V What a Grand Old World SOPHOMORE freshman 20 THE LAUREOLA Jfarttltg 1—JACOB B. SHEETZ, A. B. 3—H. D. WHEELER, B. Sc. 2-J. C. NEWCOMER, A B. 4—LLOYD MATSON, B. Sc. 5—SAMUEL W. SHUSS 22 THE LAUREOLA Jacob B. Sheetz, A. B. Chemistry 1901- 03 Taught Silver Hill School 1902- 03 Millersville Normal School 1903- 05 Principal Muddy Creek Schools 1909 Franklin and Marshall (Grad.) 191G Johns Hopkins University (Post Grad. Work) 1909-26 Principal G. T. H. S. J. C. Newcomer, A. B. Social Science and Mathematics 1909-10 Taught German Township Graded School 1911-17 Juniata College (Graduate) 1921-26 Vice Principal G. T. H. S. H. D. Wheeler B. Sc. Latin and Athletics 1911-15 Cambridge, Ohio High School 1915-19 Ohio State University 1919-23 Taught Circleville, O., H. S. 1925-26 G. T. H. S. Lloyd Matson, B. Sc. English 1909 North Union Twp. H. S. 1915 Ohio Northern University 1909-12 Taught N. Union Twp. Schools 1915-17 Taught S. Union Twp. Schools 1918 Taught Menallen Twp. Schools 1921-26 G. T. H. S. Samuel W. Shuss Manual Training 1910-13 Millersville State Normal 1919-21 University of Pittsburgh 1921-22 Carnegie Tech 1906-10 Taught Public Schools in Penna. Taught for three years in North Dakota Schools Instructor at Gievres, France 1921-26 G. T. H. S. 1— CLARENCE G. ENTERLINE' Commercial Principal 1918- 19 Taught Ungraded School (Dauphin County) 1919- 20 South Brownsville High School 1920- 24 North Union Township High School 1920 (Summer) Palmer Business School, Phila. 1924- 26 G T. H. S. 2— THURMAN L. TITUS, B. Sc. History and Science 190 -10 Noimal School, California 1910-13 Taught Public School, Greene County 1913-16 Taught Public School German Township 1916-18 Taught Public School Menallen Township 1918- 19 Clerk in store 1919- 23 Taught Public School German Township 1923-25 Wavnesburg College 1925- 26 G. T. H. S. THE LAUREOLA 23 1916-20 1921- 22 1922- 24 1924-26 1919-20 1920- 21 1921- 26 1926 1913-17 1917-21 1921- 22 1922- 24 1924-26 1918 1920 1921-26 1902 1915-22 1915-26 1914-17 1918- 19 1919- 21 1921-25 1917-21 1921-25 1926 1919 1920-24 1924-26 3—JAMES D. SHANER, B. Sc. Physics and Biology Westminister College Taught Westernport, Md., High School Bangor, Pa., High School G. T. H. S- 4—ANNA F. LEONARD Commercial Assistant Uniontown High School Douglas Business College Miller School of Business (Accredited Graduate) Taught Miller School of Business G. T. H. S. Indiana Normal 5—ELIZABETH VAIL, A. B. English Graduate of G. T. H. S. Waynesburg College (Graduate) Taught South Brownsville High School Taught German Township Graded School G. T H. S. 6— GOLDIE STEWART Department of Household Arts and Domestic Arts Graduate of Chicago Technical School (Summer) University of Pittsburgh G. T. H. S. 7— MINNIE HOOVER Department of Domestic Science Cumberland Valley State Normal, Blair County Schools (11 Terms) Penn State (Summer) Taught German Township Schools G. T. H. S. 8— A. ROSS MINOR, B. Sc. Mathematics Taught Public School, Greene County In 28th. Division, France Taught Public School, Greene County Waynesburg College 9— MARY E. MILLER, A B. Vocational Civics and Dramatics Rockwoo High School West Virginia University (Graduate) G. T. H. S. 10—HELEN E. SAPPER, A. B. French G. T. H. S. (Graduate) Pennsylvania College for Women G. T. H. S- 24 THE LAUREOLA m t c ALL MAKES AND MODELS SECTION hik tm.k m imk tmam Mm RPBH -«kstha («M� ; C. - o.v TJIB AIK Agoodeld7riend kyereahy (Wrrmau 3iu� n btp limb £rhmtl jfarilllll 4 sS 2 g M Women i� 0 Kitchen (■LB . This Test 'K ill Tell AMIM TKI ' Bouquet httaWwSHttit? Do You Know TUm Import aat c nts About tb B CKWARD FACULTY So here's to the Faculty Long may they live; Even as long As the lessons they give. Some one has wisely said that school wouldn’t be school if there wasn’t any Faculty. The German Township Faculty is not always backward as it may look, indeed when it comes to assigning lessons some are anything but backward. So we wish success to everyone of them, and long life and happiness to all. whether backward or forward. THE LAUREOLA 27 CLASS SONG (To Be Sung to the Tune of Penn State’s Victory) Come now classmates, let us sing Loy-al-ly our voices ring Dear Rose and Black we will ’ere de-fend Through life un-til the end. Though we now go forth for-ever Ne-ver to re-turn; If we be on land or sea For Thee, we’ll fond-ly yearn. CHORUS: Glory to the Rose and the Black, Glo-ry to dear old Ger-man High, Our thoughts, to thee will ev-er turn back And our love for thee shall nev-er die, For-eV-er shall we hon-or thee Ev-er thy good-ness prove. Nev-er by us will you be for-got, Ev-er thy name we’ll love. Sing it o’er again. We know not what life may bring, In the years that are to be, Dear German High we will ever cling With lov-ing thoughts to thee, “26 be-lov-ed class Part-ing we re-gret A-gain this way we’ll not pass. But each will not for-get. CHORUS: Frances De Priest. 28 THE LAUREOLA MOTTO: May the end crown the work. COLOR: Black and Old Rose-FLOWER: Pink Rose. YELL Brickety brix galix galix, We’re the class of ’26 Brickety brix galix galix. We’re From German Township Hi. CLASS OFFICERS President_____ Vico President Secretary______ Treasurer______ Historian______ Poet___________ Marsh oil______ ____Raymond Moser ____Guy Eberhart ____Helen Russell _ Robert Stevenson ____Elizabeth Huhn Frances De Priest _________Tom Boyd SENIOR ( LASS ROLL Idella Angry Mildred Antram Margaret Baer Orville Beal William Blanc Thomas Boyd Fred Bryan Clayton Buell Anthony Caruso Leona Christopher Mary Connell Frank Demaske Frances De Priest Guy Eberhart Andy Franks Ruth Fretts Margaret Gilmor Julia Harto Glenn Honsaker Charles Howard Elizabeth Huhn Alberta Johnson Arthur Johnson Elizabeth Johnson Gladys Johnson Lauretta Johnson Henrietta Keener Elizabeth Kondzer Sara Lee Elizabeth Lilley Gwenthleen Loucks Eleanore MacMaster Charles Maust Wallace McDougle Clarence McGinnis Gertrude McKenna Mildred McWilliams Jeanette Merrvman Pauline Merrvman Gabriel Mhlev Raymond Moser Arthelia Murray Margaret Mixev Hamilene Voit Gladys Nicholson Martha Oberleitner Lorretta Owens Neva Provance Helen Russell Ewing Sapper Frank Smit h Katherine Smith Josephine Sterling Robert Stevenson Clara Sullenberger Evelyn Townsend Margaret Tracy Raymond Williams Russell Wright Lawrence Yanchus Mary Yanchus Jesse Whitacre Arthur Durr Edward Glowatski Edith Magalotti Post Graduate Ralph Stout THE LAUREOLA 29 SENIOR CLASS HISTORY By Elizabeth Huhn “Time rolls his ceaseless course,” and on his great Dial-plate his hands are now pointing to a space which reads, “SENIORS, MCMXXVI; TIMES UP.” Since Father Time has indicated his summons to us, it is my intention to record, in a general way, an account of the historical events, relative to our class, which may be found engraved thereupon tnat portion of Father Time’s Dial-plate, known as the Past. Our Freshman Ship was launched September 6, 1922. Aboard there were 112 passengers with high aspirations to sail the Untried Main. For our colors we floated Black and Old Rose; for our motto we sang, “Finus opus coronet” (May the end crown our work.) Just ahead of us sailed the Ship Sophomore. On the way she extended the hand of good fellowship, and entertained us royally with a splendid reception. Although some fell overboard, or were attracted away by the song of the Sirens, our Freshman voyage was successful. After a brief interval for rest, and an exchange of ships, we boarded the Sophomore, hoisted our colors, and set sail again Our number on this voyage was less, and the waters more rough, but yet we sailed safely through the midst, the hail, and the snow. Another stop, a short pause, a changing again of ships, and our vessel, the Junior, spread he sails to the blast, September 1, 1924. On board this ship there were 78. Many business activities confronted us on this voyage. The most important one was the publication of our “logbook,” or the Laureola. A staff was elected to compile and manage this publication. To defray the expenses of our annual, a play entitled Turn To The Right was given May 25-26. 1925, under the direction of Mr. Newcomer. This event, however, marked the close of the voyage on our ship Junior. Again disembarkation, a brief stopover, and we put to sea, August 31, 1925, the craft Senior to do the homeward stretch. A splendid expedition indeed! Results of the former sailings, added to those of the present, show that many already possess characteristics of eminence as athletes, orators, teachers, and musicians. To catalogue all traits of distinction embodied in our ciass would require too much space and be too tiresome to read. But, a few however are important and interesting. On the gridiron seven members of our class were instrumental in winning the championship in the county football contest. On March 21, 1926, Raymond Moser, our class president, brought honor to his Alma Mater by his winning the cuo in the Oratorical Contest. Other members of our class, who are to be highly commended by the wav they represented our school in literary activities are: Orville Beal, Margaret Giimor, and Elizabeth Lilley in debate; Frances De Priest in reading; Fred Bryan in select oration; and Leona Christopher in vocal solo. The Ship Senior cast anchor in the evening of May 20, 1926 ” All the people, our friends, on shore, were exalting and shouting.” Our trustworthy captain, Professor Sheetz, gave us our passports signed by all the noble crew that directed our course through sunshine and shadow. Our voyage was now ended. Stepping from off that Ship of Splendor, we departed. filled with lofty aspirations to attempt other untried seas. 30 THE LAUREOLA SENIOR ROASTS Idella Angry________ Mildred Antram______ Marguerite Baer____ Orville Beal_______ William Blanc_______ Thomas Boyd_________ Fred Bryan__________ Clayton Buell_______ Anthony Caruso______ Leona Christopher. _ Mary Connell________ Frank De Maske_____ Frances De Priest__ Arthur Durr_________ Guy Ebe chart______ Andy Franks________ Ruth Fretts________ Margaret Gilmore___ Edward Glavvatski__ Julia Harto________ Glenn Iionsaker____ Charles Howard_____ Elziabeth Huhn_____ Alberta Johnston___ Arthur Johnson_____ Elizabeth Johnston.. Gladys Johnston____ Lauretta Johnston__ Henrietta Keener___ Elizabeth Kondzer__ Sara Lee___________ Elizabeth Lilley___ Gwenthleen Loucks. Edith Magalotti____ Charles Maust Clarence McGinnis Wallace McDougle.. Eleanore MacMaster Gertrude McKenna-Mildred McWilliams Pauline Merryman. Jeanette Merryman. Gabriel Mhley______ Margaret Mixey_____ Raymond Moser______ Arthelia Murray____ Gladys Nicholson___ Helen Russell______ Ewing Sapper_______ Catherine Smith____ Theodore Smith_____ ----------------------------A quiet Senior -----------Going to be an Undertaker’s Wife ------------------Not bare or bear but Baer -------------------------------Some Typist ______________________________________“Mose” ---------------------------------------Funny -------------------------Likes his “Buffalo” ----------------------------Preacher’s Son ----------------------No relation to Enrico C. ----------------------Head over heels in love ------------------------Druggist’s daughter --------’______________________Football Star ________________________Our mother, (stage) ------------------------------Ride-er Cowboy -------------Visits Point Marion quite often ----------------------------Future Lawyer --------------------With a smile for everyone -----------------------Personal Mail Carrier -------------------------------Still Growing ---------------------------------Miss Boke ----------------------Tall and skinny????? ----------------------------------------Drag -------------------------------Ray’s Future ---------------------------------Our Pianist ------------------------------Future Artist --------------------Sure can express herself ___________Likes a certain one from Puritan --------------------------------Another one ---------------------------------Wait on me -----------------Wants to be a Stenographer ---------------------Cannot check her blush ______________Would like to beat Hank’s time ----------------------------Short, but sweet ---------------------Crossed the briny deep ----------------------------Some steppers ---------------------Husband (see Gladys N.) -------------Future-Domestic Arts Instructor ------------------------Some Cheer Leader ----------------------------“Whistling Jim” ------------------------------------Songster -------------------------------------Pianist -----------------------Going to be a Scientist --------------------------------Sarto’s Pal ----------------------------Loud Speaker . - Always wants to read the first line of Virgil _____________________Wife (see Wallace M.) _____As sweet as a blooming, blushing Rose ___________ ____________I’d like to have a grl ____________________________Basketball star _______________________Likes to be ladies man THE LAUREOLA 31 Frank Smith__________________ Demonstrator of chemical Josephine Sterling___________ Robert Stevenson_____________ Clara Sullenberger__________ Evelyn Townsend______________ Margaret Tracy_______________ Raymond Williams_____________ Jesse Whittacre_____________ Russell Wright_______________ Mary Yanchus_________________ Lawrence Yanchus_____________ Hamliene Voit________________ Martha Oberleitner___________ Loretta Owens________________ Neva Provance_______________ apparatus, to restore chemical combustion ---------------------“Oh, that certain party'’ -------------An efficient Football Manager The Siamese Twins ----------Not married, but willing to be --------------------Elizabeth’s Future ----------May success be with you always ----------------------------Some shiek ----------------Often heard before seen --------The “Red Grange” of G. T. H. S. ----------------------------A newcomer Went to Jefferson Game with Charles V. _________Show me the way to Greensboro -------------------------Struck on Durr SENIOR MUSIC DIRECTORY Mildred Antram_________________“Let Me Linger Longer In Your Arms” Ideila Angry------------------------------------------“Some Other Day” Marguerite Baer_________________“A Smile Will Go a Long, Long While” Orville Beal______________________________________“The Little Old Ford” William Blanc------------------------------ :____________“Big Bad Bill’ Thomas Boyd_________________________“You Can’t Make a Fool Outof Me” Fred Bryan________________________________________“The Prince of Wales” Clayton Buell____________________________“Let It Rain! Let It Pour!” Anthony Caruso__________________“O, You Can’t Fool An Old Horse Fly” Leona Christopher___________________________________________“Tea for Two” Mary Connell_______________________________________“My Wild Irish Rose” Frank Demaske_______________________“Somewhere, Somehow, Someday” F'rances De Priest____________________________“It’s a Fine Thing to Sing” Arthur Dun _________________________________________________“Let It Rain” Guy Eberhart_____________________________________“She’s the Lass for Me” Andy Franks________________________________________________________“Long Boy ’ Ruth Fretts_______________________________________________________________“Sun Girl” Margaret Gilmor_______________________________________________________“Always” Edward Glowatski__________________________“Thanks for the Buggy Ride” Julia Harto____________________________“Brown Eyes Why Are You Blue” Glenn Honsaker_________________________________________________________“Sleep” Charles Howard_____________________________________________________________“O? Eleanora” Elizabeth Huhn___________________ ________________“Honest and Truly” Alberta Johnston______________________________________“The Gliding Girl” Arthur Johnson____________________________________________________“Collegiate” ?????? Elizabeth Johnston__________________________________________“Nut Brown Maiden” Gladys Johnson___________________________________________“O Joseph” Lauretta Johnson____________________________________________“I Love You Truly” Henrietta Keener________________________“Show Me the Way to Go Home” Elizabeth Knodzer________________________________________“All Alone” Sara Lee_______________________________________________________________“AH-HA” 32 THE LAUREOLA Elizabeth Lilley_____________________________________________“Listening” Gwenthleen Loucks________________________________________________“Little Peach” Edith Magalotti___________________________“I’ll Take You Back to Italy” Charles Maust_______________________“Please Go Away and Let Me Sleep” Wallace McDougle____________________________________“Only One for Me” Clarence McGinnis___________________________ “On a Sunday Afternoon” Eleanore MacMaster_______________________________“Charley, MY BOY” Gertrude McKenna________________________________________________“HOT HOT HOTTENTOT” Mildred McWilliams______________________________________________“Mocking Biard” Jeanette Merryman_____________________“Only What a Weaver of Dreams” Paulne Merryman_______________________________________________“Yearning” Gabriel Mhley__________________________“Tie Me to Your Apron Strings” Margaret Mixey_____________________“Gee But I Hate to Go Home Along” Raymond Moser_________________________________“Pal of My Cradle Days” Arthelia Murray__________________________________________“Two Blue Eyes” Gladys Nicholson________________________________“Oh, How I Miss You” Martha Oberleithner______________________________“Breakfast In Bed” Loretta Owens-----------------------------------“Ma’s Curly Headed Baby” Neva Provins----------------------------------“SEE You In My Dreams” Helen Russell-----------------------------“A Picture Without a Frame” Ewing Sapper------------------------------------------“Gotta Getta Girl” Katherine Smith______________________________________________________“O, Katharine” Theodore Smith___________________________________________“On My Ukelele” Frank Smith________________________________________________“Too Tired” Josephine Sterling___________________________________________“Gigolette” Robert Stevenson--------------------------“Because They All Love You” Clara Sullenberger__________________________________________“I Love You” Evelyn Townsend---------------------------------“When I Think of You” Margaret Tracy----------:_______________________“Just Wait and See” Raymond Williams--------------------------“Yes, Sir, That’s My Baby” Russell Wright------------------------“Save Your Sorrow for Tomorrow” Lawrence Yanchus----------------------“Hail the Conquering Hero Comes” Mary Yanchus-----------------------------------“Kitten on the Keys” Jesse Whitacre------------------“The Little Church Around the Corner” Hamilene Voit-----------------------------------“Look at Those Eyes” THE LAUREOLA Valedictory Salutatory ANNl VL COMMENC EMENT GLADYS I. NIC HOI .SON GERMAN TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL CLR55 ROBERT I . STEVENSON Fonklm r.W ENT1ILEEN I.OIVKS L 1925 CLASS NIGHT RAVMONI) MOSER RAYMOND J. WILLIAMS 84 THE LAUREOLA CLASS NIGHT PROGRAM May 18, 1926 Music _________________________________________________________Orchestra President’s Address__________________________________J. Raymond Moser Class History________________________________________Elizabeth J. Lilley Violin Solo______________________________________________________Gabriel Mhley Class Oration______________________________________J. Raymond Williams Class Prophecy___________________Elizabeth A. Johnston, Helen M. Russell Whistling Solo____________________________________Mildred E. McWilliams Class Will_____________________________________________Arthelia Murray Key Oration_________________________________________________________Fred Byran Double Quartet_____________________________________________________ Leona G. Christopher, Frances De Priest, Fred Byran, Clayton E. Buell, Clara M. Sullenberger, Pauline Merryman, Jesse W. Whitacre, Clarence McGinnis. Presentation_______________________________________________________ ________Sara Lee, Marguerite Baer, Guy F. Eberhart, Thomas H. Boyd Class Song_________________________________________________________Class COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM May 20, 1926 Processional________________________________________________Alberta Johnston Invocation_________________________________Rev. Jesse W. Whitacre Salutatory—“Americanism”_______________________Andrew George Franks Piano Solo______________________________________Mary Thresa Yanchus Lanier inn Oration— The Purpose of an Education”_Gwenthleen Loucks Franklin Oration— The Gift of Empty Hands”..Robert Presley Stevenson Piano Solo_________________________________Elizabeth Margaret Huhn Original Reading— The Open Doors _________________Frances De Priest Valedictory— The Thread of Life _____________Gladys Irene Nicholson Vocal Solo_________________________________Leona Gladys Christopher Commencement Address--------------------------------Dr. S. S- Baker Alma Mater Song-----------------------------------------------Class Presentation of Diplomas----------------------------------Principal “Farewell Alma Mater”-----------------------------------------Class Return March- 36 THE LAUREOLA JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President_____ Vice President Secretary_____ Treasurer______ Historian_____ Poet___________ Marshal________ -----Israel H. Janoff Evelyn M. Stevenson Frances E. Bradigan _____Mabel G. Wilson -Helen R. Yablonsky -------Jennie Bryan _______Wade Barber JUNIOR CLASS YELL Biff! Bang! Boo! Biff! Bang! Boo! Whahoo! Whaboo! German Township High School! ’27! ’27! ’27! MOTTO: By work we shall reach the goal for which we are striving. COLOR: Maroon and White. FLOWER: American Beauty Rose. THE LAUREOLA 37 “JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY” By Helen Yablonsky No, not so long has it been since Me, the members of the present Junior Class entered school in various places for the first time And, what an experience! Hom- well do we all see the picture of that memorable day of our tender childhood, when sixty fond mothers washed our little hand's and faces, dressed us neatly, and sent us away to receive our first instruction. Standing in the doorway, no doubt, these mothers, just a little uneasy, Matched us till Mre turned some comer and were “out o’ sight.” After we have rounded the comer, probably in our memories a little red schoolhouse looms up near some spreading elm, where larger boys and girls are playing under it’s leafy branches. Here it was, to some such a place of a now-cherished memory, all of us tripped away and began our school career; here we learned our first lessons, and spent our first year at school. So, onward and upM'ard, passing from grade to grade, Mfe plodded through eigh years of preparatory training to attain our long-hoped-for purpose; namely, our meeting the requirements for entrance to high school. Soon after our winning of this achievement, we, as a class, M-ere called together for the first time ,on May 26, 1923, at an eighth-grade commencement given in the auditorium of German Township High School. Representatives of every eighth grade in German Township were present. Songs, musical selections, and declamations were beautifully rendered by different members of the graduating class. Moreover, Mr. Dumbauld, a prominent attorney of Uniontown, Pa., gave a splendid address on “School Life.” Last but not least, Professor J. Sheetz presented to all of us our diplomas and writing certificates. Our next meeting was September 4, 1923, when we enrolled as high school freshies. Our number, M'hich M'as 138, soon increased to 155 pupils. Yea, 155 freshmen, somewhat embarrassed in our new’ situation, but nevertheless, delighted with our new surroundings. Not many days passed, until we became adapted to our unfamiliar situation, and were a conspicuous part of that splendid organization known as the student body of German Township High School- Consequently, the date of our registration marked the initial historical event of our class as a high school unit. From this time on, incidents of an historical nature were so numerous that it would be advisable to record but a few of the most important, M'hich occurred during our freshman year. First: A class meeting was held in which Mre elected officers, se- lected, as our colors, old rose and gold, and adopted the following as our motto: “By working we shall reach the goal for which M'e are striving.” Second: Our class was honored bv the sophomores, who gave us a reception on the evening of October 12. Tricks, games, and the playing of jokes M’ere the amusing features of the evening. The funniest and hardest ordeal of this occasion was the initiatory one—the running of the gauntlet by the freshies. Dodging the buffets, falling down and scrambling to his feet, each made his M'av betM-een the lines, and came out delighted M'ith his experience. Third: The final examinations at the end of the term marked the close of our first year in high school. We, that were successful in making the required average, received our report cards, and went our way rejoicing. The following September we returned to high school again—not as 38 THE LAUREOLA freshies, but sophomores. Similar events occurred this year, with the exception of two: First: Different colors were adopted by our class—“Maroon and White” were selected instead of “Old Rose and Gold,” our original colors. Second: William Powell, in a musical contest held, March 23, 1925, at Perrvopolis, Pa., brought honor to our class by his winning the J. Holmes Sangston Loving Cup. Final examinations again marked the close of our second year in high school. We laid aside our school-work in order to enjoy another vacation. At the end of our vacation, August 31. 1925, we, as Juniors, began the nresent year’s work We numbered 78, but now our number is 75. Out of this group many of the members of our class have displayed talent in several ways, such as athletes, musicians, and literary workers. Soon after the beginning of the term the Juniors met and organized their class. September 9, 1925. At this meeting the following officers were elected: President, Israel Janoff; Vice President. Evelyn Stevenson; Secretary. Frances Bradigan: Treasurer, Mabel Wilson; Mai'shall. Wade Barber; Class Poet, Jennie Bryan; and Class Historian, Helen Yablonsky. On Seotember 16. 1925, Israel Jam ff. our class president, called a meeting of the Juniors in order to elect a staff for the publication of the Laureola, our class annual. At this meeting the following officials were elected; Editor-in-Chief, Sara Johnson; Assistant Editor. David Millward; Business Manager, Israel Janoff; Literary Editor, Helen Yablonsky; Literary Assistant, Herschell Eddy; Statistical Editor, Thelma Kendall: Athletic Edit' rs: LeRov Howard. Steve Ketchel, and Martha Lilley; Art Editors: Mabel Sterling, Joseph Eaton, and Mollie Sosin; Joke Editors: Harriet Darrall, Nathaniel Pinsker and Mabel Wilson; Official Photo-Louis Fabbri. John Smell, and Corinne Ewart; Faculty Advisors: Mr. Shaner. Mr. Newcomer, Miss Vail, Mr. Enterline, and Mr. Matson. The Juniors in honor of the Seniors, gave a “Prom” which was held in the Eastern Star Hall, April 27, 1926, at Masontown, Pa. Music, dancing. and games were the interesting featur es of the evening. On May 24, 25, the Junior play entitled “Full House” was staged under the directions of Miss Mary Miller. At both performances there was a full house that enjoyed “Full House.” The proceeds derived from this play were used to defray the expenses of publishing the Laureola, our class annual. In concluding our class history, we, the Juniors, extend our sincerest thanks to our kind and generous Superintendent, Principal, and teachers, who, by their careful directions, have made possible the privileges we have so gloriously enjoyed. And further, we look forward with pleasure to our senior year, when again we shall have the opportunity of being under their patient guidance. THE LAUREOLA 39 HELEN R YABLONSKY Edenborn, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-:} Athletic Association 3 Class Historian 3 Laureola Staff “Helen Helen’s friends are beyond count, And to something great. She will sometime mount. HERSCHELL EDDY Greensboro, Pa. Franklin 1-2 Morgantown High School 3 Athletic Association 3 Laureola Staff 3 School Play 3 Football, Track 3 Junior Class Play “Eddy Some men are born heroes, So many folks will claim; And when you look in Eddy's face, You’ll have to admit the same. JOSEPH E. McGINTY McClellandtown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Football Squad 1 Class President 1 Track 1- 2 Latin Club 2 Baseball 2- 3 Basketball 3 Junior Class Play “Joe The girls all like him, So do the boys. Are lessons oi football his joys? MARTHA E. LILLEY McClellandtown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Laureola “Curly Eyes that could see her on a summer day, Migh find it hard to turn away; But Arthur G. is far more clever, He’s going to claim her as his own, forever. 40 THE LAUREOLA SARA S. EPSTEIN Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Microscope Staff 3 Shorthand Club 3 Junior Class Play “Fatty” This dark-eyed maid is always jolly. Taking short-hand is her greatest folly; But in other studies she works with a will. Striving hard, her tasks to fulfill. JAMES J. FAST New Geneva, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Laureola Staff “James” This is the follow that everyone likes, Even Margaret Titus they say; To help out in all things, this capable man Has never been known to say nay. MARY DONATELLI Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 1 Mary” A shudder, a scieam. Resounds thru the house; All became Mary, Has seen a wee mouse. GLENN ROWANI) Palmer, Pa. Franklin 1-2 West Monongah, H. S., W. Va. 3 G. T. H. S. 3 Athletic Association 3 Microscope Staff 3 Short-hand Club “Glenn' “Still waters run deep,” As the saying goes, And its true of our Glenn As everyone knows. THE LAUREOLA 41 STELLA FORNERA PAUL GROSS Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club Stella” Here is to Stella, Who’s always true; May she always be happy. And never blue. Edenborn, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club Gross Paul is another bright lad, A loyal member of our class, In life’s hard journey We wish him success. ALFRED CAVALCANTE JENNIE BRYAN McClellandtown, Pa. Masontown, Pa. Lanierian Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 2 French Club “Fricky Fricky comes from Edenborn, A splendid looking town; He hauls the girls to school and from. With the contest, cutest frown. Jennie Here’s to our dear little lass. Who in her studies is hard to surpass. We only hope that later in life She’ll make some man a happy wife. 42 THE LAUREOLA NETTIE RANKIN Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club “Billy” Here is Nettie, cute and fickle, Who always eats pie and pickle; We’ll say she has a great many beaux, But who they are, she only knows. SILVIO VALERIO Footedale, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Sil” I may look soft and easy. At times great, at times teasy, A bear-cat at work, achum in the class, But “Sil” is the talk of many a lass. ARGETTI A. FRASCONI Leckrone, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1- 2 I atin Club 2- 3 Tennis “Getti” Now, let us add to our list, One of the great and honorable men, This one’s name is Argetti. WILLIAM M. POWELL Hibbs, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Orchestra 2 French Club 2 Class Historian 3 Laureola Staff 31 Baseball, Tennis, Class Basketball “Bill” Bill will be great some day, Because he wants to be. He’ll become a famous violinist And make the school famous for you and me. THE LAUREOLA 43 EVELYN MILDRED WELLER New Salem, Pa. Franklin L-2 Georges Township High School 3 Athletic Association 3 Shorthand Club 3 Junior Class Play “Jimmy Evelyn is a golden haired lass, Who is allowed to entertain beaux, She likes them all fairly well But Bruce M. is only the one to be her’s. MABEL GRACE WILSON Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Class Poet 2 Vice President 2 French Club 3 Class Treasurer 3 Laureola Staff, Microscope Staff 3 Vice-President Girl’s Athletic Assoc. 3 Junior Class Play “Fluffy A mistress of typewriting is this little lass. To see her work makes your head whirl; She works with a snap, composure, and grace, She’ll make a success most any place. ISRAEL H. JANOFF Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Tennis (Asst. Mgr.) Class Basketball 1-2 Latin Club 1-2 Ochestra 3 Class President 3 Laureola Staff 3 Debating Team “Izzy Maybe he is a woman-hater? But one sure thing, he’s a star debater. FRANCIS LAICK Palmer, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Junior Class Play 3 Shorthand Club “Francis Here’s to Francis, One of our very best friends; We hope his happiness, May never end. 44 THE LAUREOLA CAROLYN CROW NORA PANICUCCI McClellandtown, Pa. Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Shorthand Club “Carolyn” Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Basketball “Barney” Carolyn, the happy And .brilliant young lass I've heard that in music She’s hard to surpass. This is the girl named Nora. Nora with the coal black hair. She’s sweeter than the sugar on the table, And fairer than the bill of fair. WADE BARBER McClellandtown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association “Wade” Wade is a sport. I’ll say he is, He doesn’t drive In an old tin liz. EDNA ELAINE JENKINS Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Laureola Slaff 3 Junior Class Play “Teddy” Apples are red, So are Edna’s cheeks; Edna’s a beautiful Sheba, And winner of all handsome sheiks. THE LAUREOLA HARLAN DeBOLT Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Harlan” Harlan doesn’t have curly hair. But to the girls he seems quite fair; He’s always seen when one is near, And seems to think them all quite dear. MOLLIE BUSH Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 3 Shorthand Club “Mollie” Mollie is a studious lass, A member of the Commercial Class, She’s always so full of life. And will surely succeed in her business life. WILLIAM R. KEFFER Palmer, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association i-2 Latin Club “Keffer” You hear that boy laughing. You think he’s all fun; And the angles laugh too. At the good he has done. GERTRUDE SECOSKY Ronco, Pa. Lanierian I-2-o Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Gert” Carefree and joyous is our Gertie Gifted in song, work, and play; She’s attractive and vivacious, And a real “nice girl,” they say. 46 THE LAUREOLA FRANCES ELLEN BRADIGAN Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-S Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Class Secretary “Pigeon” Frances is rosy, A significance, of good health; We wish her a kind husband Of course, one with great wealth. JOHN E. HANNA Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-5? Athletic Association 2 French Club 2 Tennis, Class Basketball 2 School Play 3 Junior Class Play “Johnnie” John is a jolly good lad He’s not very good, yet not very bad: He doesn’t sing, he doesn’t play. Except in class with always something to say. LIBERO CERRI Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 1-2 Orchestra l-2Tennis “Cerri” Libero is a jolly chap, In his studies he tries hard To remember all that he has learned That it may never from his memory depart. NELLIE GERTRUDE HUMBERT Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2 Georges Township High School 3 German Township High School 3 Athletic Association “Nellie” They tell me that speed in typing is rare. Of the maid with the glory of red hair; Her success is assured in her chosen work, For duty she’s never .been known to shirk. THE LAUREOLA 47 JOHN JOSEPH SMELL Hibbs, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Baseball 3 Laureola Staff, Microscope Staff “John Please meet our friend John, Who is not very talkative; But as the saying goes, “Men of few words are the best men. WILLIAM H. STERLING Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1- 2 Latin Club 2- 3 Tennis 3 Junior Class Play “Ichabod Bill Sterling of steady gait, Promises to be something great. DAVID B. MILLWARD Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Laureola Staff “Dave Here’s to David, Ichabod’s best friend; We hope his success, May never end. FREDRICK GRAY Ronco, Pa. 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club “Fred Here’s to Fred, So happy and jolly; Riding in his Ford, Is his greatest folly. 48 THE LAUREOLA WARREN W. SPRINGER New Geneva, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-? Athletic Association 2 French Club “Shorty Here’s to Shorty, Who is liked by all; We wish him success. If he never grows tall. MILDRED E. SLAGLE Ronco, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-31 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 3 Shorthand Club “Mildred Everywhere Orville’s thinking, Of thy blue eyes sweet smile A sea of blue thoughts is spreading, O’er Beal’s heart all the while. JOHN HANUSCHOCK Palmer, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Shorthand Club “John John is quiet and studious, John is backward and shy; When John sees a pretty girl, He just lets her go right by. THELMA LOREEN KENDALL McClellandtown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Varsity Basketball (3—Captain) 1-2 Latin Club 1-2-3 Girl’s Chorus 3 Laureola Staff “Tim Here’s to Thelma, The tallest in our class; In solving propositions, She can’t be surpassed. THE LAUREOLA 49 SARA VIRGINIA JOHNSON Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2 3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 1 Class Historian 2 Class President 3 Laureola Staff. Microscope Staff “Sar” Her virtues are many, Her faults are few, When Saia’s your friend You’ve one that’s true. JAMES A. SOLOMON Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 2 French Club “Jim” For nature made him what he is. And never hath made another; To find a better friend, We do not wish to bother. MARGUERITE L. HAGAN Nemacolin, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Tootle” This is the girl. Who never rests; Until she passes. All her hard tests. JOSEPH W. EATON Uiedi, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Laureola Staff 3 Football 3 School Play 3 Junior Class Play “Joe Just because his name is Eaton, It don’t mean all he does is eat; For when it comes to eating, Our Joe just can’t be beat. 50 THE LAUREOLA MARIA L- COFFMAN McClellandtown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Coffee” Maria is quiet and gentle, Her voice is soft and low; She’s seldom seen without Martha, For always together they go. WILSON W. AVERY Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1- 2-3 Athletic Association 2- 3 Basketball 3 Ass’t. Mgr. Football Team 2 Tennis 2 French Club “Wilson” As bright as he can be; As to his abilityi on the basketball floor, Well, you just wait and see. LOUIS FABRI Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Shothand Club 3 Laureola Staff, Microscope Staff “Louis” Note that preoccupied expression, That’s worn .by reporters alone; Already has he begun preparation, For the future to which he is prone. PRISCILLA STEVENSON New Geneva, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club “Priscilla” Priscilla always knows it, No matter what it may be; Wonderfully bright student, And not bad looking, See! THE LAUREOLA 51 MABEL STERLING Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Class Treasurer, 2 French Club 3 Laureola Staff, Microscope Staff 3 Basketball “Bonny Friendly, Peppy and jolly is she, Her laugh it faileth nevei; Her way is kind, her voice is clear, And maketh music ever. ARTHUR LECKEY Smithfield, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Junior Class Play “Leckey” Though he is tall and handsome. He's always full of fun; Everywhere he goes, He’s always on the run. STEVE KETCHEL Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 3 Laureola Staff 3 Class Baseball Team “Peff” Stephen is his name, And there’s something we like about him; He’s diligent and friendly just the same, And we couldn’t do without him. HARRIET DARRALL Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Microscope Staff 2 TreasurerFranklin Staff 3 Laureola Staff “Pinkie” Harriet the happy, Harriet the clever; Harriet the Popular, Joyous forever. 52 THE LAUREOLA JOHN WALEK Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club “John” Catherine S.here, Catherine S. there; Catherine for John, Is found everywhere. MYRA C. HONSAKER Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Varsity Basketball 3 Laureola Staff “Dot ' Myra is the smiling dear, The cutest little lass; We wish her all that’s good, And a multiplied success. WILLIAM JAMISON Greensboro, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club Jamison We know' a little hoy, who has a Forth And merrily, merrily they fly; They rumble and jump, scamper and bump. Look out! He’s always on high. NATHANIEL L. PINSKER Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 2 French Club 2 Tennis, Class Basketball ? Laureola Staff “Natty Although our Natty is lather small, He is a friend to one and all. THE LAUREOLA 53 JOSEPH SAVANICK 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Joe” When one meets this jolly chap. You have nothing else to say; But give him a hearty welcome. And say a polite, “Good-day.” EVELYN M. STEVENSON New Salem, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Class Vice-Pesident. “Katrina” Now, Evelyn, don’t look so so.ber, Smile with that friendly smile; We shall love you all the more, And remember you all the while. BERTHA HAZEL SHOAF Smithfield, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Junior Class Play “Jim” Every girl has a giggle all her own. But there’s always one from another, Who joins her when she’s alone. ELIZABETH LOUISE KIKTA Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club “Lizbeth” She’s ambitious, loyal, and witty too. Always cheerful, kind, and true. 54 THE LAUREOLA CHARLES CAYELLI Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club 2 Class Marshal 2 Baseball “Chap” He’s noble and manly, As men should be; His success as a husband. We’ll wait and see. MILDRED SHIPLEY Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 I atin Club “Mid” She is pretty to walk with. And witty to talk with, And pleasant, too, to think of. SYLVIA L. ELLINGER McClellandtown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 2 Fench Club “Tut” Here’s to Sylvia, As pretty as a flower; With her knowledge of the world. May she reach the highest tower. ANTHONY SHUBERT Edenborn, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 I atin Club “Anthony” Look at our Anthony, A pugnacious lad; He’s falling fast for the girls, And thinks he’s not doing bad. THE LAUREOLA 55 LeROY K. HOWARD Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 Class Treasurer 31 Laureola Staff 1-3 Class Basketball 2 Varsity Basketball, Tennis “Petie” Here’s to Petie, Who always looks neat; At winning girls, He can’t be beat. BERTHA MARIE ANTRAM Hibbs, Pa. 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 3 Junior Class Play “Betsy’' This is to our Betsy, So sweet and jolly; Studying Physics Is her greatest folly. GEORGE M. PROVANCE McClellandtown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 Fench Club “Provance” A little nonsense, Now and then, Is relished by the best of men. CORRINE L. EWART Messmore, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1 Latin Club 2 French Club 3 I.aureola Staff “Rusty” Here’s to Corrine, With hair like gold; And when portraying her singing, She is very bold. 56 THE LAUREOLA MARIE A. NATALE New Salem, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Marie” When we meet a fiiend like you, We know we have one kind and MOLLIE SOSIN Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1- 2-3 Athletic Association 2- 3 Microscope Staff 3 Laureola Staff 3 Junior Class Play “Mollie” Her air, her manners, Courteous, though coy. And gentle though retired. JOHN VALKO Edenborn, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club 2 French Club “John” It was a childish ignorance. But now ’tis childish joy; To know that Johnnie is farther off from Heaven, Than when he was a boy. JOSEPH JURIST Edenborn, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Jockey” Here’s a lad. Who is pretty shy; But in his studies, He stands fairly high. THE LAUREOLA 57 JOSEPHINE De MARCHI Masontown, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2 Latin Club “Jo A maiden so bright, cheerful, and gay. Makes friends wherever she goes; List to the melody, hark to the sway, Of music that ripples and flows. INGHRAM RIFFLE Palmer, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 3 Shorthand Club “Riffle Riffle is bright and jolly, Riffle is bright and gay; Rut when you speak of girls, He runs the ether way. And you all know, not very bad; DANIEL RAVEIA Masontown, Pa. Franklin 1-2-3 Athletic Association 2 French Club “Bruno Now we come to a dear little Junior. Whose face is familiar to all; He’s willing to do you a favor. If you are but willing to call. ROBERT V. AMBROSE Leckrone, Pa. Lanierian 1-2-3 Athletic Association 1-2-3 Class Basketball 1- 3 Track 2- 3 Baseball 1-2 Latin Club 3 Varsity Footjbull “Bob Here’s to Bob, a striking lad. When it comes to girls he’s just right there, For, Oh! just look at his raven black hair. 58 THE LAUREOLA MARTHA C. KIRKPATRICK Martin, Pa. Franklin 1-2 Derry High 3 G. T. H. S. ‘Martha” Mar ha, loyal and true. To (he Junior Class; Whatever they do. We wish success to you. JUNIOR CLASS ROLL Bertha Marie Antram Wilson W. Avery Jennie Bryan Wade Barber Frances Ellen Bradigan Mollie Bush Carolyn Crow Libero Cerri Maria L. Coffman Lillian Cox Harlan De Bolt Harriet M. Darrall Mary Donatelli Josephine De Marchi Sarah S. Epstein Sylvia L. Ellinger Corrine L. Ewart Herschell Eddy Joseph W. Eaton Louis Fabi’i Argetti A. Frasconi Stella Fornera James J. Fast Paul Gross Frederick Gray Frank Gaydos John Hannishock Robert Ambrose Le Roy K. Howard John E. Hanna Myra C. Honsaker Joseph Jurist Israel H. Janoff Edna E. Jenkins Sara V. Johnson Thelma Kendall William R. Keffer Stephen E- Ketchel Elizabeth L. Kikta Martha E. Lilley Arthur R. Leckey Frances Laick Thomas Lynn David B. Millward Marie A. Natale George M. Provance Nora C. Panicucci William M. Powell Nathaniel L. Pinsker Daniel Raveia Nettie Rankin Inghram Riffle Glenn Rowand James A. Solomon William H. Sterling Mildred Slagle Gertrude Secosky Anthony Shubert John J. Smell Bertha H. Shoaf Mabel Sterling Evelyn M. Stevenson Priscilla Stevenson Mollie Sosin Mildred Shipley Warren W. Springer Joseph Savanick John Valko Silvio Valerio Mabel G. Wilson Evelyn M- Weller John Walek Thomas H. Wright Helen R. Yablonsky David Lardin Marguerite Hagan Nellie Humbert Charles Cayelli Martha C. Kirkpatrick Joseph E. McGinty Audrey Voit THE LAUREOLA 59 JUNIOR ROASTS Aigetti Frasconi—Rhubarb Vaselino. Harriet Dai rail—Dignified. Sara Johnson—Skinny Lank. Edna Jenkins—Photographer ? ? ? ? ? Francis Bradigan—See Football Captain. Steve Ketchel—Charleston Instructor. Charles Ca.yelli—Physics Shark?????? David Milleward—Seen but not heard. Bertha Antram—Straight Eight. Robert Ambrose—Football Star. Wilson Avery—Future Football Manager. Sara Epstein—On a candy diet. Wade Barber—Haircuts, Shaves, etc. Mollie Bush—One of the three-Libero Cerri—Tennis Shark???? Maria Coffman—Taking Commercial. Josephine Demarchi—Mary’s friend. Mary Donatelli—Skinny??????? Harlan DeBolt—Always making love. Sylvia Ellinger—The milk maid. Corrine Ewart—Red hair. Joseph Eaton—Likes to eat. Stella Fornera—Has an ever ready smile. Louis Fabri—Woman hater. James Fast—Not Slow. Paul Gross—No. 144. LeRoy Howard—Farmer. John Hanna—Oh, you banana. Margaret Hagan—Megaphone. Myra Honsaker—Likes Geometry. (Teacher) Israel JanofF—Always. Joseph Jurist—Always found in court-Fred Gray—The colored boy. William Keffer—Giant. William Jamison—Comes from Greene County. Thelma Kendall- -Likes to count votes. Elizabeth Kikta—One of the lone four. Thomas Lynn—Likes to play (Hook). Francis Laick—Newly discovered lake. Arthur Lecky—Bashful, but willing to learn. Martha Lilley—The pond flower. Joseph McGinty—The partial shiek. Marie Natale—Helen’s friend. George Provance—Salesman $am. Nora Panicucci—Hawiian Dancer. Nathaniel Pinsker—Pest. William Powell—Our musician. Inghram Riffle—Small wave. Nettie Rankin—Too many dates-Daniel Raveia—Another Pest. Louis Merck—“Cookie.” GO THE LAUREOLA Mildred Shipley—“Mid.” Warren Springer—Future Detective. Mabel Wilson—Daphne Jr. Class Play. Mildred Slagle—A new Junior. Edward Rice—A love sick Boob. Evelyn Stevenson—Katrina Van Tassel. Mabel Sterling—Blondie. William Sterling—Ichabod Crane. Anthony Shubert—Has a set of false teeth. Mollie Sosin—Another of the Three. James Solomon—Not so wise as king. Gertrude Secosky—A quiet Junior. Pricilla Stevenson—Oh, Herschell! John Smell—A ladies’ Man. Joe Savanidk—Slow, but sure-Bertha Shoaf—“All Alone.” Otis Thompson—Oh, Esther! Silvio Malerio—“Sill.” John Walko—Loyal Junior. John Walek—Oh, Catherine S.! Herschell Eddy—“Red Grange.” John Honuschock—Back again. Helen Yablonsky—Likes Earl G. Evelyn Weller—Yearning for Bruce M. Nellie Humbert—Red Headed Girl. Martha Kirkpatrick—Wonder where Jack is. Audrey Voit—Just arrived. THE SOPHOMORE CLASS THE LAUREOLA 63 “SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY’’ (Edith Hirsch) The members of the Freshman Class of 1924-1925, having undergone a certain metamorphosis developed into a Sophomoiic stage on August 31, 1925, and now are in the process of completing their second annual rings. “Here’s hoping” lest a thunderbolt in the final exams, will shiver some of the wooden fabrications. At the outset of the term the Sophomore Class had 115 members, but several have dropped out during the year for various reasons, reducing the membership to 102. As yet the Sophomore Class cannot boast of having any social gatherings of note, but it can boast that within its group there are many indications of exceptional talent along different lines—such as athletic, musical, and literary activities- On the gridiron, Mike Demko, Eugene Franks, and Steve Smith are outstanding figures; on the basketball fioor, Robert Sernsey. William Culleton, and Eunice Miller are conspicuious; in literary and musical accomplishments, Clarence Haines, Elizabeth Martin, Melinda Fiat, and Jesse Freeman loom up in the limelight. In the latter part of September the Sophomores were called together to organize their class. At this meeting the following officers were elected: President, Robert Sernsey: Vice President, Earl Brown; Secretary, Fay Moore; Treasurer, William Culleton; Marshal, Delbert Riffle; Poet, Amelia Blasotti; and Historian, Edith Hirsch. Aside from this class organization there have been no business meetings. Most of the time has been spent by the Sophomores in the preparation of the subjects prescribed for second-year high school work. These subjects, however, may be classed under three heads; namely, domestic-science, mechanical training, and academic instruction. The domestic-science, which consists of house-hold arts and cooking, is open to girls only; the mechanical training, which consists of drawing, lettering, and the making of blueprints is open to boys only; the academic training, which comprises Algebra, Biology, English, Latin, French, and United States History is general. Now that the graduating class of ’28 has made one more step toward the goal for which it is seeking, may it keep up the good work until the Golden Fleece is won. May all its members be loyal and faithful to the “Blue and Gold,” which will stand in the future, as in the past, an emblem dear to each heart, inasmuch that it has been and will continue to be a manifestation of the efforts put forth in realizing the significance of the motto adopted by this illustrious class: “May knowledge increase.” 64 THE LAUREOLA i nphmnnrpB MOTTO: May Knowledge Increase. FLOWER: American Beauty Rose. COLORS: Blue and Gold. YELL Riff-RafF-Rate, We’re the Class of ’28 Biff-Baff-Bah, German Township School, RAH-RAH-RAH. CLASS OFFICERS --Robert Semsey ____Earl Brown ----Fay Moore William Culleton ----Edith Hirsch -Amelia Blasotti ____Delbert Riffle President______ Vice President Secretary______ Treasurer______ Historian______ Poet___________ Marshall_______ SOPHOMORE CLASS ROLL James Ainsley Thomas Allamon Hilda Allamon Mary Bcrtovich Anna Bertovich Elmer Berry Christine Betchy Marie Blackshere Amelia Blasotti Sidie Bononi Clarence Bowman James Boyd Earl Brown Charles Bryan Frank Buday Alfred Cavalcante Emit Capanna Anna Cappellini Helen Caruso Joseph Casurole Nelson Coffman Rosa Coletti Mary Correale Robert Gray Clarence Haines Bertha Heffern Edith Hirsch Susannah Howard Julia Hvizdos Frances Mager Elizabeth Martin Joseph Plisko John Piszczor Andrew Powell Emerson Provance Irma Reckner Mildred Rhoades Edward Rice Delbert Riffle Joseph Roll John Rosnack Andrew Sandusky George Savage Robert Sempsey Joseph Shotts Steve Smith Marion Stravish Stanford Sterling James Stout Nick Terbovich Viola Twyford Evelyn Umble John Wallace Wm. Walters Mary Crynock William Culleton Catherine Dean Ethel Deffenbaugh Thelma Gould Kathryn Gray Joe Marcinek Frances Maty us Cecelia McCardle Joseph McGinty Edward McGill Frank McCudden Frank Medlock Baldi Megalizzi Joseph Megalizzi Louis Merck Valentina Merick Thresa Michalec Eunice Miller Fay Moore Tony Moretti Margaret Mundell Carmen Natalie Clarence Newman Gazie Penska John Perego Anna Petruska Averal Whetzel Cecilia Williams Noah Wolfe Dewy Writh Edward Yanchus John Yuhas THE LAUREOLA 65 Win. Jamison Thomas Javorsky Frances Javorsky George Jordan Hugh Johns Gwendolyn Kennison Lorraine Kisinger Anna Kissel Charles Kobylarz Vera Kramer George Kramer Bertha Lewis Eleanor Lewis Harry Magalotti George Magerko Mary Frances Doorley James Doyle Katherine Duritza Beulah Duvall John Elizius Angela Ferranti Josephine Ferranti Rosemary Feeny Melinda Fiat Andy Frasconi Eugene Franks Jesse Freeman Ralph Galla Mary Gallick Clarence Glover Margaret Azkutansky Nick Zeros Edna Harford Frank Alberico Louis Ganoery Lucille Sturm Marguerite Martin Otis Thompson Frank Paccheroni Wm. Bowlin James Barrett Carl Utterback Robert Banks Geoi'gia Miles SOPHOMORE ROASTS Thomas Allaman—Basketball Star??????????? Sidie Bononi—Old Pest-Clarence Bowman—Likes Mary. Nelson Coffman—Sophomore Shiek. Mary Crynock—Ditto. Ethel Deffenbaugh—Noisy ??????????????? Mary Francis Doorley—Oh! Merckie. John Elizas—Studious. Rosemary Feeney—“Constable.” Melinda Fiat—Oh! Semsey. Eugene Franks—Caesar Shark. Mary Gallick—Hails from New Salem. Thelma Gould—Violinist. Robert Gray—Balsinger Shiek. Andy Frasconi—Football Star ?????????????? Jesse Freeman—Me and my Ford. Joseph Megalizzi—Assistant Barber. Frank Paceharoni—Mayor of Cameltown-Andrew Powell—Fidgety. Emerson Provance—Prof. Tutt. Delebert Riffle—Riding to school in a Ford. Joseph Roll—Fullback. John Rosnack—Shussess’ Brother. Andrew Sandusky—Sandy. Clarence Newman—Our Salesman. Steve Smith—Cave Man. George Savage—Fine Chap. Mike Demko—Skinny. Harry Magalotti—Shorty-Francis Maher—Sleepy Moses. Frank McCuddin—Class Skipper. Edward McGill—Likes Kidney Beans. Frank Medlock—Studying. Baldi Magalizzi—Barber. Mildred Rhodes—No relation to Roads. Viola Twyford—Small and Shy. Angela Ferranti Josephine j- —Twins. 66 THE LAUREOLA Evelyn Umbel—Small, but sure. Cecilia Williams—“Five foot two.” Emit Capenna—Caesar Shai’k. Frank Buday—Thin and tall. John Wallace—Wallace Reid’s Cousin. Anna Kissel—Hails from Ralph. Anna Petruska—Goes with John Smell. Bertha Heffern—The candy kid. Irma Reckner—Arthur Johnson?????????????? Edward Rice—Quit school. Georgia Miles—Shorty-Theresa Michalec—Noisy. Ralph Galla—De frog he hab no teeth. Louis Gawzy—The street car waits for no man. Robert Semsey—Wants to go to Uniontown High. Joseph Shotts—Algebra Shark. Robert Spear—Not spear. Marion Stavish—Likes French. Joseph Takats—Very bright. Nick Terbovich—Class Skipper. William Walters—Fisherman. Averial Whitzel—Quiet. Dewey Wright—Oh! Charlie Mae. James Barrett—A nice little boy. William Bowlin—Hails from Lambert. Carl Utterback—Some Sticker. Edna Hartford—Disappeared. Eleanor Lewis—Fat and Funny-Gwendolyn Kennison—Musician. Cecilia McArdle—Shorty. Elizabeth Martin—Oh, David! John Yohas—So’s your Ole man. Edward Yanchus—Caesar Shark. Stanford Sterling—Writes Love Letters????????? Noah Wolfe—Not savage. Charles Kobolary—Little Boy. Carmin Natale—Likes candy. George Magerko—Greek. Clarence Glover—Beware of the bad man. Clarence Haines—17 what an awful age. Edith Hirsch—Reliable. Sue Howard—He called her Susannah. Julia Hvizdos—She knows her stuff. Tom Javorsky—A little lad, who’s not at all bad. Loraine Kissinger—Loraine likes Robins. __ George Kurtik—A quiet fellow. Bertha Lewis—Now related to Otis-Margaret Mundell—The out door girl. Otis Thompson—Would rather Charleston than eat. Francis Javorsky—Dancing Francis. Valentina Merrick—Studious girl. Vera Kremer—Always giggling. Eunice Miller—Likes the boy’s. THE LAUREOLA 67 Frances Matyus—Oh, Patsy! Fay Moore—Irish Mike. James Ainsley—A second Paul Whiteman. Frank Alberici—One guy from New Salem. Hilda Allaman—Riding in a Ford roadster. Mary Bertovich—Bertovich No- 1. Anna Bertovich—Bertovich No. 2. Christine Betchy—Who moved away? Poor Christine. Marie Blackshere—Goodness help me. Amelia Blasotti—Who’s the lucky Sophomore. James Boyd—When do we eat? Earl Brown—Girls, did you think he was a shiek-Charles Bryan—Cameltown tear up. Anna Capelina—Ambition: Learn to dance. Mary Coreale—Perpetual Eater. Mary Cassurole—I'm an important guy. Helen Caruso—Bears no resemblance to late tenor. Bill Culleton—Patiently I wait for thee “Jenny.” Catherine Dean—Dean of the Class. James Doyle—French Shark??????????? Katherine Duritza—Owns a fur coat. Elmer Berry—Charleston Fool. Alfred Cavalcante—Taxi Driver. Evelvn B. Duvall—One of the Mischievous Club. William Jamison—Bookkeeping Shark?????????? George Jordan—“Brown Eyes.” Joe Marcinek—Skinny. John Perego—Doughnut Maker. N'ck Zeros—Algebra Shark???????? vioaanvT am 89 THE LAUREOLA 69 FRESHMAN CLASS HISTORY By George Reitz On August 31, 1925 there were enrolled in the Freshman Class at German 'township High School 181 pupils. A great number of these pupils came from the following towns: New Salem, Masontown, Gates, and West Masontown. The first month there were more or less changing from section to section, and from course to course. But at length we got settled down to business, and became accustomed to our new situation. The Sophomores on Friday, October 2 gave a reception in honor of our class. Many interesting and funny enjoyment for us all. Our dainties consisted of cake and ice cream. Splendid music was rendered by the Mc-Clellandtown band. At the close of our second month in high school the Freshman class began to show some marks of its brilliancy. One of the girls, Margaret Morris, of our class, made an average of 94 per cent. Most of our time this year was devoted to study. We held no meetings of any nature. We selected no colors, but nevertheless, one was bestowed upon us by the hereditary rig-hts; namely, green. Our class has such a claim on this color that everything which contain “green” is held in monopoly by us. We even demand royalty from all those who sing the hymn, “There’s a Little Green Hill Far Away.” In the latter part of May final examinations brought to a close our first term in high school. All of us who were successful in making the required mark received our report cards and went happily away to return the next September. -3 o THE FRESHMAN CLASS THE LAUREOLA 71 Jfrpshtmut MOTTO: Striving for Knowledge. FLOWER: White Rose. COLOR: Green and White. YELL We have no yell, We lose no time, But when we yell, We’re the class of ’29. CLASS OFFICERS President--------------------------------------------------Leo Faulkner Vice President---------------------A---------------------Vincent Owens Secretary ---------------------------------------------------Alice Beal Treasurer------------------------------ x.-----------------Cecil Adams Historian--------------------------------------------------George Reitz Poet----------------------------------------------------Betty Sangston FRESHMAN CLASS ROLL Cecil Adams Mabel Blaney Grace Blaney Margaruite Baran Lourena Bowie Bessie Bierbower Rose Brady Aralda Brecceroli Leona Brown Mary Brady Dominec Butch Lester Berry John Bohunicky Nick Balabon Thomas Boyd Alice Beal Olive Brashear Elizabeth Bryte Viola Barnhart Alice Benn Emma Belch Mary Bogovich Agnes Barnheart Delmas Bise Gladys Beal Adda Bryan Margaret Blackburn Lizzie Bogozi Rose Brokovich George Beal Thomas Becks Steve Baran Nick Cottage John Colilns Agnes Cassidy Edna Callaghan Yaustina Castelitz Esther Catney Libero Canderan Johanna Guley George Gable Anna Hoover Agnes Hanuschock Anna Haught lola Hutzel Mike Holhinec Jessie Hewitt Mildred Harford Anthony Hanna Raymond Hostetler Steve Hvizdos Dorothy Janoff Walter Johnston Joe Jasinski William Jesso Louis Kahn Irene Koches Mary Koren Mary Keener Mabel Kelly Frank Kabosky James Kravitz William Lancaster Fred Lane Henry Lukosky George Lilley Dorothy Lewis Maud Lardin Miles Lardin Roseales Lewis David Miller Thomas Miseropky Mildred McCann Mary Milhvard Mary Matyus Margaret Morris Virgina Merryman Mildred Merryman Ruth Rupert George Reitz Virginia Romondelli Mary Stankus Charles Secrets John Solomon Darrell Shultz John Hannah Clement Kreitzer Alice Cunningham Sara Speer Ruth Stevenson Alice Snyder Edith Snyder Lois Shoaf Mike Sherbo Esther Stout Dorothy Sterbutzel Stella Shultz Betty Sangston Ethel Smell Ruth Staley Wesley Seckler Beatrice Talbert Margaret Titus Helen Urbany Paul Ulabel Steve Vayda Mary Varhol William Venutriui Patty Venturini Helen Woosley Idella Walters Carl Weller George Wyda Emily Washko Helen Ward John Yanes Wessley Yaugher 72 THE LAUREOLA Freeman Clitis Walalce Dugan Leona Donges Lawrence Doorley Lester De Bolt Josephine Donges Rebecca Divan Nellie Dulaney Pete De Marchi Harold Enlow Raymond Eddy Isabel Eaton Ruth Eberhart Leda Frasconi James Fornwalt Alberta Franks Nettie Franks Beulah Fike John Gush Earnest Gibson Edward Ganoczy Ethel Francis Lea Faulknier Paul Guthrie Mildred Mallory Marian McCann Lloyd McWhirter George Mikula Charles McDermott Agnes Megalyza Mary Maust Mary Mickey Anna Novaskey Robert Newcomer Josephine Oberleitner Vincent Owens John Pasinosky Marie Perego Evelyn Paulson Charles Provance Mike Petruska Marino Pierattim Victoria aPtrick Paul Rosenshein Louis Rozzi Margaret Raho Melvin Rankin Theresa Zimcosky Joseph Zavojna Harvey Zimmerman Kenneth Myers Jacob Smell Michael Demko Thurman Altman Michael Krevinko Vera Hairston Stella Evans Carrie Dawling Frances Rain Anna Fatula Elizabeth Hovan Marguerite Johnson Alberta Johnson Mary Mehalovich Lucy Cassans Mary Kopacko Mary Grigsby Helen Fetcho Clara Helmick Matilda Gale FRESHMAN ROASTS Charles Secrets—Always has his Algebra??????? Olive Braesher—Likes a section C boy. Carl Weller—“Specks”. Gerald Shultz—Our great dancer??????? Anthony Hanna—A member of the morning Snooze. Mary Brady—“Roses sister”. Ruth Eberhart—“Never has to walk to school”. Lester Berry—Likes Esther Stout. John Passinosky—“Likes to fight”. John Solomon—“Some civics student”. James Kravitz—“A fine artist”. Frank Kobosky—Not so bad. Melin Rankin—Likes to go the Gates. Freeman Clites—Improving fast. Dominic Butch—“A Pest.” Joe Yanes—A great science Student. Wm. Lancester—Some Class. Thurman Altman—“Oh Alice.” Pete Demarchi—“Was on the Honor Roll.” Rebecca Devan—“Becky.” Liona Donges—“Likes Algebra.” Laurence Doorley—“Likes a Sophomore Girl.” Wallace Duggan—“Latin is easy.” Harold Enlow—“Always speaking out.” Raymond Eddy—“Some Sheik.” James Formivalt—“Had a sick spell.” Mike Krevinke—“Agents for Valentine Cards.” Kenneth Myers—“Sent her a heart.” Nellie Delaney—“A good student.” Aralda Freceroli—Gone but not forgotten. Mildred Harford—Some flirt. Mary Stankus—“Trys to Charleston.” THE LAUREOLA 73 Paul Guthrie—Went to see his fiirl. Dorothy Janoff—“Likes to work Algebra.” Mable Kelly—Likes a senior boy. Elizabeth Bryte—Balsinger Bound. John Bohenisky—“Gets mad sometime.” Cecil Adams—“My Josephine.” Thomas Becks—“Bikes to go to school ? ? ? ? Delams Bise—A heart breaker. Leo Faulkner—“Who is she” 12??_ George Gable—“Girl Hater.” Steve Hvizdos—“Algebra Shark. ’ Miles Lardin—Afraid to move. Vincent Owens—“My Wild Irish Rose.” Charles Provance—leasing the girls. Mike Patruska—After the girls. Jacob Smell—Always Blushing. Wesley Yaugher—Hair Tonic. Gladys Beal—“Noisy.” George Mickula—Uses powder and rouge. Paul Urable—Tall and slim. Clara Helmick—Likes Ted. Smith. Helen Fetchko—Another Algebra Shark. Walter Johnson—A great pitcher. Lloyd McWhirter—'leasing the girls. David Miller—Likes to go to school. Edward Ganoczy—Worked in the 5 10. Chailes McDermont—Margaret’s Shiek. Agnes Megalizzi—Winked at Newman. Jonana Gulley—Powdered her nose. Mary Millward—Had Charles going. Margaret Morris—Dainty. Mary Keener—Got a letter. Iiene Koches—Likes Nick Cottage. Vera Harrison—Crazy about Otis. Mildred Mallory—Likes Wheeler. Virginia Merryman—From Jacob’s Creek. Beulah Fike—Blondie. Mamie Lewis—Pretty. Robert Newcomer—Related to Prof. Newcomer. Anna Novaskey—Talkative. Josephine Oberleitner—Martha’s sister. Louis Rozzi—Likes English??????? Victoria Patrick—No relation to Patrick Henry. Marie Perego—Crazy about Natty. Marino Pierattini—Claiinet Player. Esther Stout—A friend of D. Wright. Virginia Romondelli—Arrives by Street Car. Ruth Rupert—Jennie’s sister. Wesley Sechler—Bashful. Dorothy Sterbutzel Lois Shoaf Ethel Smell Three Musketeers. Edith Snyder—Red. Alyce Snyder—A friend of Earl’s. 74 THE LAUREOLA Paul Rosenshein—Jeweler’s Son. Ruth Statley—Curley. Mike Sherba—Likes Mary Correale. Ruth Stevenson—A nice kid. Harvey Zimmermon—A good Debater. Margaret Titus—Hails from Greene County. Helen Urbany—Oh Andy! Mary Varhol—Quiet. Emily Washko—Loud speaker?????? William Venturini ) n Patty Venutrini Cousins Helen Ward—Nice. Steve Vayda—Pest. Lillian Woods—Heard before seen. George Wyda—A shiek???????? Theresa Zimcosky—A good student. Bessie Bierbower—“Missed her Latin teacher.” Grace Blaney—“Don’t like the bus.” Mary Bogovich—Basketball Star. Lourena Bowie—Coo-Coo over the boys. Thomas Boyd—A Mischievous Chap. Rose Brady—Got a letter from ?????? Leona Brown—Talked about LINCOLN. Agnes Cassidy—She’s all right. Yaustina Castelitz—Always combing her hair. Esther Cotney—Some Girl. John Collins—Vail’s Pest. Nick Cottage—A Great Speaker. Lester DeBolt—A noisy boy. Marion McCann—Bright Girl. Mary Kopecko—Likes a Section E boy. Marguerite Johnson—Comes from No Man’s Land. Henry Lucosky—Likes to argue. Dorothy Lewis—Likes a boy at Redstone. Maud Lard in—A neat little girl. Cathrine Hoover—Flapper. Ernest Gibson—Charleston Shiek. Mary Maust—Oh! Henry. John Gush—Likes Civics????? Joseph Jasinski—Never quiet?????? Agnes Honuschock—Always telling tales. Rose Brochovich—“Likes Louie Walker.” Margaret Blackburn—“A nice kid.” Isabel Eaton—“A good Civics student.” Blanche Franks—“Don’t use rouge??? Mary Mickey—“Quit school.” Nettie Franks—“A farmer’s daughter.” Mary Maytus—“A midget.” Evelyn Paulson—“Do that Charleston again.” Margaret Raho—“Some Violinist.” Beatrice Tolbert—“Oh Clarence.” Mike Hokenic—“Likes Algebra.” Matilda Gale—“Big Wind.” Lucy Cassano—“A faithful student.” Mary Mehalovich—“Slow but sure.” THE LAUREOLA 75 Alberta Johnson—“Always smiling.” Elizabeth Hovan—“Little but OH my.” Anna aFtula—“Quiet.” Idella Walters—“A flirt.” Helen Woolsey—“Loafs in Walker’s Store.” Nick Balabon—“Out of his seat.” Margaret Maron—“Kept still for once.” Tedro Beal—“Missed a lot of school.” Alice Beal—“Has a case on Thurman.” Emma Belch—“Memorized her lesson.” Anna Haught—Red Hot Mama. Jesse Claire Hewitt—Crazy over the boys. Iola Hutzel—Everybody’s Girl. Thomas Miseropky—VERY QUIET????? Fred Lane—Likes Vail??? George Lilley—A good basketball player. vioannvT 3hjl THE LAUREOLA 77 COMMERCIAL HISTORY The Commercial Department, as usual, has continued during the year to maintain its position as an important unit of the High School, rendering a most valuable service to the boys and girls of our community desiring a thorough business education. Last August when German Township High School opened a record number of wide awake, intelligent, business like young men and women grasped opportunity and enrolled in the Commercial Department to receive a business training that will enable them to enter the business world, obtain remunerative positions and probably become important business men and women of tomorrow. Thanks, to the kind and proficient instruction of our instructors, Mr. Enterline and Miss Leonard and also the inspiration of our class motto “Work” and “in” we have from the beginning progressed day by day, until we have mastered the various commercial subjects such as Commercial Law, Business English, Calculation. Penmanship. Tpyewriting and heretofore, seemingly inexplicable mysterirs of Shorthand. While studious attention to the course of study has remained paramount in our department, we have always found time to participate in the various social and athletic events of cur department and the school. Events of a social nature sponsored by the Commercials include the activities of the Shorthand club, a Senior Commercial luncheon for the faculty and an interesting trip to Uniontown by the Senior division to view an instructive display of many kinds of money at one of the banks. In athletics we gave to the varsity such men as Demaske and Howard of football fame and Howard and Glowatski valuable men in basketball. Another highlight in our accomplishments is the continued publication of our favored and successful department paper, the Microscope which has been so successfully managed by our efficient Editor1, Oi ville Beal. Our associations and activities have been most pleasant and it shall always be with a feeling of pride when we think of the Commercial De-paitment and its ideals. —Evelyn I. Townsend. MICROSCOPE STAFF THE LAUREOLA 79 THE MICROSCOPE The Microscope is a newsy little paper, interesting as well as educational, edited monthly by the Senior Commercials, with reporters from the various other classes. We have been rightfully proud of our paper this year, as it has improved steadily under the splendid Editorship of Orville Beal. Orville Beal has been a wonderful Editor, conscientious and faithful, and we are sorry that he will graduate this year. The members of the Staff are: Editor-in-Chief____________ Assistant Editor___________ Secretary _________________ Treasurer _________________ Business Manageis: Masontown______________ New Salem______________ Art Editors________________ Exchange Editor____________ Sport Editor_______________ Editorials_________________ Social Reporters___________ Junior Commercial Reporters Senior Class Reporter______ Junior Class Reporter------ Sophomore Class Reporter___ Freshman Class Reporter____ Faculty Advisors___________ ----------Orville Beal ____Clarence McGinnis _________Francis Laick ______ .Charles Maust __________Mollie Sosin _________William Blanc ( Arthur Johnson — | Louis Fabri _________Sarah Epstein _____Robert Stevenson ________Jesse Whitacre t Clara Sullenberger ) Evelyn Townsend t Mabel Sterling Mabel Wilson _____Gladys Nicholson _________Sara Johnson ______Clarence Ilaines _____Margaret Morris •7 ( Anna F. Leonard - ( C. G. Enterline LAUREOLA STAFF THE LAUREOLA 81 LAUREOLA STAFF Editor-in-Chief-------------- Assistant Editor_____________ Business Manager_____________ Assitant Business Manager Literary Editor______________ Assistant Literary Editor____ Statistical Editor___________ Assistant Statistical Editor. Art Editors__________________ Staff Artists Official Photographers Joke Editors Athletic Editors Faculty Advisor____ Assistants________ ____Sara Johnson .-David Millward ----Israel Janoff _Myra Honsaker Helen Yablonsky .-Herschell Eddy __William Powell -Thelma Kendall Mabel Sterling Joseph Eaton Mollie Sosin Louis Fabri John Smell Corine Ewart Edna Jenkins James Fast Wilson Avery Harriet Dan-all Nathaniel Pinsker Mabel Wilson i Leroy Howard Martha Lilley Steve Ketchel _________Lloyd Matson ( Clarence Enterline | Elizabeth Vail 82 THE LAUREOLA LANIERIAN LITERARY SOCIETY “Virtus Post Funera Vivit” (Virtue lives beyond the grave) Anna F. Leonard The 1910 issue of the Laureola states that the Lanierian Literary Society was organized “at the beginning of the present school year.” From this we learn that the Society is now sixteen years old and, although its birthday has past, we are wishing it “many happy returns of the day.” The Society was named in honor of Sidney Lanier, the famous prose and poetry writer. The Lanierian colors are Red and White. Many people look upon a Literary Society and its activities as a group of people banded together for social purposes, and with no more serious object than to while away an afternoon in listening to pretty or nonsensical sayings. But a Literary Society is founded upon a much stronger basis than nonsense—it is founded upon education. It has educational values untold. If properly guided the latent powers of a student are brought to the fore, initiative is developed, courage is cultivated, and the purest and highest ideals are aforesaid. To make a kinder world we must look for kindness in every person, to play a noble part in life we must forget and forgive. To possess a countenace illuminated with love and life we must have faith in God, and to have a powerful and worth-while Literary Society we must seek for, and obtain, a true and earnest desire of each student to play well his part in this Society. Because our high school has been full and almost over-flowing with students this winter our meetings have been few and far between. Lack of class rooms made it quite essential that the auditorium be used for reporting rooms, necessitating floor, seats, and window space for the use of books, papers, and pencils. To operate a Literary Society successfully, create and hold interest and enthusiasm, requires space and this we did not have. However, activities along literary lines did not entirely cease to function because of the crowded condition. We had several programs which were both interesting and educational. Each year finds the high school with a greater number of talented folk. There are greater advantages to be had. If the modern girl and boy wish to take advantage of any of these opportunities he has a splendid chance to learn his ability to excel in some one of these literary achievements. The school term of 1925-26 has been a most fortunate one for us as we have had many students who have represented their school in a most creditable manner, and of whom we have had a justifiable feeling of pride. Long live the Lanierian Society! May it grow in numbers and in ability! THE LAUREOLA 83 FRANKLIN LITERARY SOCIETY (Elizabeth Vail) Way back in the dim days of 1909 Franklin Literary Society was founded to furnish its members means of gaining- a wider literary knowledge and secure a helpful social spirit. The name, “Franklin” was taken from that noble character, Benjamin Franklin, who has done so much for the literary and commercial world. When organized its membership consisted of forty-nine members and each year has increased, the enrollment of the school being equally divided between the Franklin society and the sister Society. Franklin Literary Society has been blessed with traditions of a notable past. Victories on the platform and merit in literary production form the record left by members who have gone out.. The good that has been done by the Franklin Literary Society is not measurable. Times have changed, new standards have arisen and new demands are in force, and although the Franklin Literary Society has not been active as a society she does not live altogether in the past. She is very much alive to the demands for leaders, trained to think and to act. She lecognizes that a leader mustpossess the ability to express clearly and force fully his thoughts before others and so from time to time through the past year programs have been rendered which gives the members an opportunity to gain poise before an audience and receive helpful criticisms. The programs have been directed to subjects that created interest and appreciation such as orations, readings and debates while Music and Dramatics like wise received due attention. So let us hope that throughout the year Franklin’s old motto, “Faith is Duty” has permeated the lives and actions of its members and urged them to put forth the best that w-as in them, both in the class room and on the stage. - MARGARET G1LM0R - DERATE ‘CRVALBEAL -DEBATE V ON LINCOLN MEDAL U8ERTA JOHNSTON - ACCOMPANIST E HAt .L JAN Or r - DEBATE - SSSSoji. '2.5(11 nLIMVUH. n u — - ACCOMPANIST LECW . JIRI5TOPHER - VOCAL- THE LAUREOLA 85 1926 FAYETTE COUNTY INTER-HIGH SCHOOL LITERARY AND MUSICAL ACTIVITIES These activities are conducted under the auspices of the Fayette County School Directors’ Association, with the cooperation of the County and District Superintendents, assisted by the County High School Principal and Teacher’s Association. The purpose is to create an interest in Literary and Musical Activities that will parallel the interest now manifested in High School Athletics; to give that larger group of students in every high school mental power that will enable them when out in life’s school to nut across their message effectively, and to award the contestants for their efforts in bringing these activities to a high and fully recognized plane. On March 22 at Georges Townshin our contestant J. Raymond Moser won first place in the Original Oration Contest. His oration was “One and his call”. This winning carried with it the award of the George L. Moore loving cup for the High School and a $200.00 scholarship for the contestant. German Township is surely proud of this able orator. On March 15 at Perry Townshin Miss Florence DePriest won the bronze medal for her leading “The Open Doors”. This was an original production also and merited great praise. Other contestants for German Townshin were Fred Bryan, who in a masterful way rendered his select oration “Washington”. Israel Janoff and Orville Beal who in the debate unheld the affirmative and won over Point Marion, Elizabeth Lilley and Margaret Gilmor who upheld the negative and won over Uniontown High School. William Powell accompanied bv Alberta Johnston rendered in the stringed instrument contest at Uniontown. March 29. “A Concerta in G Minor”, also as a second number “The Violin Maker of Cremona”. Bill can make his violin talk and breathe and moan. He is a real virtuoso and won for German Township first place in the 1925 contest. At Dunbar Township on April 5 we were represented by Libero Corri. accompanied by Malinda Fiat. The number so ably produced was “Cavalleria Rusticana.” At the same time and place Miss Leona Christopher very effectively rendered the vocal selections “What’s in the Air Todav?” and as a second number “Sonny O’Mine.” Her accompanist was Miss Johnston. German Township in 1923 held the Owen R. Brownfield cup. having been won by Miss Florence Roycroft with her masterful reading “Zingar-ella the Gypsy Flower Girl.” We wish to exnress our gratitude to California Normal School for the fine reception and banquet they tendered to our contestants and also to the University of Pittsburgh for their splendid entertainment and luncheon. Such perfect cooperation is indeed highly commendable. We also thank Mr. J. Buell Snyder for his interest manifested and his able assistance rendered. 86 THE LAUREOLA ONE AND HIS CALL From time immemorial, nations and people have had their heroes; a man to whom they could refer their highest conception of greatness. For there seems to mingle in man’s nature a certain inclination to fall before some fellow-man and make him his champion. These heroes are almost as numerous as mankind itself and as diversified in character as human nature is broad. But a hero, speaking strictly, is more often a national character distinguished of valor and enterprise, who by his noble deeds has in some way saved his country or aided his fellow country-men. The name of Washington turns your thought at once to the American hero; the hero in war, in council, and to the last champion of American ideals. With his name we associate that of Franklin, Jefferson, Grant, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. The Frenchman finds his ideal in a Voltaire or a Napoleon. Despite the wretched failure of both, they will live forever in the memory of history. The list of England’s heroes is long. Alfred the Great is known to every school-boy for his mighty generalship, his learning and his kindliness. For all time will the deeds of King Arthur delight the heart of the children. Gladstone, grand old man of English, though dead, will live on in their appreciation. The Jew today worships the memory of Solomon with his splendor and dazzling court. Victorious David is eulogized in Jewish chronicle and song. The Greek worships his Leonidas, the Roman his Caesar, the Geramn his Bismarck and the Swiss his Wilhelm Tell. Thus passes by the oarade of the world’s heroes. I beg that you will pause a moment as you view this procession of the World’s great men, and consider that as the muse of history, records the closing years of the 19th and that opening years of the 20th centuries in the United States, and lists therein the great men who have helped mould the fortunes of their nation, she will fill a dramatic chapter with the career of one, who was neither a Burbank, nor an Edison; one—who never won any renown on our heroic battlefields; one—who was at heart as in political name, a democrat; one—who must occupy a place with Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson in the annuls of the period in which this triumvirate of great men lived; one—whose life exemplified that noble manhood and citizenship which should be the highest ideals of every American. Three times a candidate for the highest office in the power which his countrymen could give him, once Secretary of State, during the crystallization of the most potent crisis in America’s history, esteemed one of the most eloquent men of his time, prophet of great social changes, and to millions of his fellow men the champoin of their religious faith—sui’ely —the name of William Jennings Bryan will hold a very prominent place. As we trace the life of this dominant figure, let us ask ourselves the Question: How can a man hold a place of major magnitude in our political life for nearly 30 years, while others rise and fall within a much shorter period ? How can any man be a candidate three times for the highest office in the land and an impotent factor in the other conventions and campaigns? Is it not a tribute to his intrinsic worth that falling short of winning his supreme honor he found scarcely a diminution of his leadership of great section of the American people? And yet, do we not find that if old followers of one campaign deserted after a battle was lost that new ones came and filled the ranks. Did he not receive more votes for the Presidency of the United States than any of the other Democratic nominees up until the time of woman Suffrage? THE LAUREOLA 87 Bryan was not a highly intellectual man. He led his people not by an appeal to their intellects, but by an appeal to their hearts. Of himself, the progress of events has shown that intellectually he was often wrong; but his heart was always right. No other man in generations has had the power to sway an audience as had Bryan. Go to the Chicago convention in 1896 and how completely his great speech “The Cross of Gold’’ swept the delegates off their feet and he rose from obscurity to the leader of the eDmocratic Party. No one will deny that the Nebraskan was a great speaker, yet he was more than a silver-tongued orator. Has he not rendered a splendid service to his country and to the world by his contribution toward making Woodrow Wilson, President? Has he not rendered a service to the nation by prematurely promulgating four constitutional amendments of the constitution which were later ratified; namely—Popular election of Senators, Income Tax, Prohibtion, and Woman Suffrage? Can we not truly say that as a leader he was the captain of the army of the Lord charging at the head of Michaels cavalry; as an evangelist crusader, pleader for causes and prophet, did he not have the zeal and enthusiasm of Elijah, the Tishbite? of the poet Isaiah? of the Apostle Paul ? of the reformer Martin Luther ? What was the mysterious power of this man? And whence? True, oratory may have helped to place a wreath of laurel upon his brow but there was a three-fold splendor about this noble man which ever challenge those who have lived in his day and these who are to carry on in the days to come. Had he not a capacity for noble living? His life was an open book beyond all possible reproach. Go with me, kind friends, into the home of this man. Uo we not find there—whether among his children, with his neighbors, or on his well-kept farm, a kindly, upright, debt-paying, unassuming citizen, full of gently rollicking humor. Do we not see there a man without an impure thought or an impure act? Do we not find there a Profound Christian without any presumptuous piety. Shall we not find there—a man who is very fond of his library, and yet withal very philanthropic, having spent more than half of his income in establishing college and school prizes and in contributions to various organizations. But these are not the things that show Bryan the man, as the public should know him. They only relate to his private life; and can not a man have two natures—one private and the other public. But private virtue and public virtue are not inseparable. We know that a man may be true to his family and neighbors and yet quite capable of wronging a stranger. Yet our great leader embraced them both. His character was unsullied to the very end. You can turn the search light of a critical publicity on any page of his past, through all manner of personal and political fortunes of life, and not one page is soiled or stained. There was no skel-ton in the closet. You do not have to tread softly over any episode. Friend and foe call him a man whose great concern was the causes he espoused, and to those causes he came with clean hands and a pure heart. Not only for what he said, but for what he was, will his name be treasui'ed. No one can understand the character of William Jennings Bryan, who does not recognize his reckless sincerity. When convinced that he was in the right—no ground was given to assault. It was this conviction that led him to attack the interests in the Democratic convention of 1912. This conviction made him declare against the conventions’ influence 88 THE LAUREOLA by Morgan, Ryan, and Belmont. Ah! it was this innate conviction that caused him to throw an orational bomb into Wall Street. Yet—right or wrong he was honest. He firmly believed that an honest man is the noblest work of God. Could he have not capitalized his power over people and have made millions—yet he preferred to use that power to bring- about results that be believed would aid the nation. You may say that he was not sincere—could any man have withstood the attacks on his sincerity which were directed at him throughout his life. Yet—we find all things for good or for evil, for success or defeat, must subordinate tehmselves to his personal conception of duty. That was the law in him. There was never a more wholesome personality in the world than Mr. Bryan. He was evenly developed and evenly balanced. He loved books better than theatres, the fields better than cities, and he loved men better than all. He was equally opposed to imperialism on the one hand and socialism on the other, believing that the national safety lay between the two, along the old American competitive system. With its equal opportunities for all. You may trace his career from country school to supreme leadership. All it will reveal at every point the patient planning of a wholesome ambition for public life. There never wras a political career less accidental. The study of public questions—all were carefully considered preparations for political leadership. Impulse had little to do with them. The boy planned what the man should be. Mr. Bryan’s favorite quotation reveals his story of life.—“We build the ladder by which we rise. From the lowly earth to the vaulted skies, and mount to the summit round by round.” And, too, where can you find a man who had such a rich capacity of faith? Throughout his career, religion and high morals were the motivating forces behind his actions. He had Lincoln’s deep religious feeling. He was not disillusioned about the world. He knew its ills and failures. How often he said that happiness will be restored, prosperity will beat again with its angel wings and peace will come with its eternal abiding, when men come back to the simple elemental forces of reverence and faith in God. Nothing lse explains the greatness of the man like the greatness of his faith. This was unchallengeable, irresistable, and burned with a quenchless fire. What more beautiful and typical picture could we have than in the last place in his career, standing in the little Tennessee town of Dayton, upright against the onslaughts of those whom he believed to be undermining the faith of the nation. Oh! What a picture! There stood Bryan with the strength and grandeur of a giant cak which holds firm against the fiercest storm. There he stood—baring to the taunts of the unbeliever the faith that had carried him through life, proclaiming publicly the simple beliefs that had steadied him through the storms of his career, he was at his best. Admitting his limitations, admitting some of the arguments of those who disagreed wth him—how valiant a figure! Yet with this drama of the Scopes trial over; another drama of the fight to protect revealed religion was to follow. At a lull in the fight our great defender went to an untimely death—a martyr to the cause of the living God. Then he died as he would liked to have died could he have chosen; with the trumpets of battle still sounding; with the sword of a righteous cause in his failing hand, and with the buckler of faith about him. Oh! What a noble type of manhood! Search the creation around and where can you find a truer type of American patriotism and citizenship. He lived not as the unscrupulous THE LAUREOLA 89 politician who crossed to the land of his ambition upon a pontoon bridge made of down-trodden fellow-citizens; not as we who erected his throne upon a pile of gold unjustly wrung from hands made hard with honest toil; not as the licensed voter who valued silver more than souls, and sought to build a city of men’s blood and women’s tears; but he lived as one who truly loved his fellowmen, and battled for the welfare of his country and his God in time of peace as well as in time of war. Not appreciated now, but when the twilight of time shall have faded into the dawn of eternity, and the binding mists of that which is human shall have vanished before light divine; when the omniscent Rewarder of men shall inscribe upon the roll of honor the names of those who best served their fellow men; then— high on that roll—in letters of immortal light shall stand the name of one —who for love of home and native land; dared champion the cause of righteousness; who sought to establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and promote the general welfare of his fellow-citizens; that name will be America’s Great Commoner—Wm. Jennings Bryan. Can we not with one accord, exclaim:— “God give us men, a time like this demands Strong minds; great hearts, true faith and ready hands; Men whom the lust of office does not kill; Men whom the spoils of office cannot buy; Men who possess opinions and a will; Men who have honor—men who will not lie; Men who can stand before a demagogue and scorn his treacherous flatteries without winking. Tall men—sun crowned, who live above the fog. In public duty, and in private thinking.” RAYMOND MOSER. 90 THE LAUREOLA “A TRUE SPORT ’ “On Your Marks—Get Set”—Bang! Five young fellows shot away from their marks as if propelled from the mouth of a cannon. In the brief spurt for the lead, two drew away from the others The first of these, Don Caldwell, was putting his utmost elfort into his race. The second, Paul Kenning, although keeping up a terrific pace, held in reserve a little energy for the final sprint for the tape. Down their hundred yard, white lined lanes they sped, Kenning a step behind the flying form of Don Caldwell. As they passed the flag at the fifty yard post, Paul let loose his final ounce of energy. He gained quickly on Caldwell, so that, twenty yards from the tape, he was running shoulder to shoulder with him. Then, just as Paul was about to pass Don, he sensed, without looking, a sudden change in young Caldwell. He instantly knew what was wrong—Caldwell, was afraid. He was afraid to lose. Paul felt certain of this, even though substained by his intuition only. Just as he was drawing ahead of Don, he felt, rather than saw, the young fellow stumble and fall. Far ahead of the rest, he broke the tape across his chest and knew that he had won. Moved by an innate spirit of sportmanship, he approached the group that had surrounded Don. “Rotten luck, old man,” he cried out, extending his hand. It seemed to him that with his hand of friendship he thrust also out of his mind all thoughts of the other’s “Quitting.” Being, himself, incapable of such an act, he refused to believe it of another. “Why say such a thing when you know you don’t mean it?” sneered young Caldwell. “You know that if I had not fallen that you would have placed second instead of first- Pretty sort for you, eh? But there is some consolation for me in the knowledge that I could have won had I finished.” Without a word Paul turned his back to the young snob, who had completely ignored his hand. His feelings were a mixture of supreme disgust and pity for the hypocritical Caldwell. For Caldwell’s actions and that flash of intuition just before Don fell caused him to believe that the fall had been intentional. Again he angrily thrust such thoughts from his mind and started for the dressing room. Just as he passed the judges of the Meet, the announcer stepped forward and called out through his magaphone, “Hundred yard dash— won by Paul Kenning. Time—ten and one-fifth seconds—breaking the school record held by Don Caldwell by one-fifth of a second.” Paul was stopped many times by his admirers, and others, before he reached his home. Each congratulated him, but few failed to mention his luck in winning. Nearly all believed that the Boastful Caldwell would have beaten him. Caldwell and his “sponging” friends easily caused this belief to spread. As to the time in which the race was run, Don and his followers professed the belief that it was erroneous. Paul was filled with hot resentment when these wide-spread stories reached his ears. He did not praise, but neither did he like to hear the results of his best efforts accredited to luck. But, even in the face of the things Caldwell told, he did not utter one word of his impression of the cause of his rival’s stumbling. He was above telling anything that would injure another, even in revenge. Both boys intended to go to College in the fall- Colonel Caldwell, Don’s father, had chosen, of course, Caldwell College, which was less than a hundred miles distant. Caldwell College was formerly known as Crafton, but had been changed to Caldwell in accordance with the condition of an THE LAUREOLA 91 endowment of quarter of a million by Gerald T. Caldwell, Don’s grandfather. Don preferred Yale or Harvard, but he foresaw that his wealth would not gain for him the prestige he held at home if he went to either of these larger colleges. But, if he went to Caldwell, he felt sure his name alone would bring him leadership in everything. Therefore, he voluntarily consented to go to Caldwell. Paul was also going to Caldwell, but for an entirely different reason. He could not afford to go farther from home. He intended to work all summer to help defray his expenses during the school term. He had already secured a good position as chauffeur for a physician in town. The summer soon passed and the school term began. Both Kenning and Caldwell left on the same day for school. A great crowd was at the station to see Don off. They were genuinely sorry to see him leave— he was so free with his money. A much smaller group surrounded Paul, but all were friends—good, true friends. Arriving at Caldwell, Paul was assigned to his room, which he was to share with another student, Dan Gordon. They liked each other from the start and were soon talking and acting like old friends Dan Gordon was a freckled-faced, well-built young fellow who seemed absolutely carefree. Nothing seemed to dampen his sunny disposition. Young Caldwell was received with open arms. He had his choice in rooms and preference in everything. Everybody soon gained the impression that he was as rich as Midas. Many of the fellows treated him just as they would another fellow with less wealth, but the rest acted toward him as if he were a young prince. They worshipped riches, and since they themselves were not wealthy, they paid honor to the man who possessed wealth. Besides, had not Don Caldwell’s grandfather endowed the college heavily? Could anything be too good for young Caldwell? A week after school started a notice was posted, notifying all candidates for football to report the next evening. Caldwell had lost seven of her varsity through graduation, so that new material must be found to make up the team for the beginning term. The undergraduates were all agog with excitement. Seven positions to be filled—surely each ought to have a good chance. Nearly seventy-five reported for practice the next evening, Don and Paul both reporting with the rest. Dan Gordon, varsity quarter-back, had been overjoyed at hearing that Paul was going out for practice. He cared little for men who did not go in for sports. He went in for everything whether he made the team or not. Then began a long hard period of practice. Punting, catching the ball, throwing passes, running with the ball, tackling—all were drilled into the players. After the first week of strenuous practice, the weakest began to drop out. They knew, without being told, that they could not make the grade. After the second week only twenty-five were left. Those who now ■ emained would try to the last gasp to make the team. Don and Paul had both hung on; both had made good. Paul was trying for left-tackle, Don for left-half. The candidates were divided into two teams. These teams played a short game daily. One day Don and Paul were both on the team opposing the one led by Dan Gordon, the captain of the regulars. The coach, who had been watching the work of Caldwell and Kenning, decided to give them a hard try-out before placing them on the varsity. He called Dan Gordon aside. “Dan, give Kenning and Caldwell a 92 THE LAUREOLA hard time of it today. Rush most of your plays through Kenning. If he can stop Blake, last year’s right-tackle, he is good enough for the team. Treat him rough. It’s the way a man stands up under fire that determines his worth. I’ll tell the quarter-back of the other team to give the ball to Caldwell as often as possible. I want you to drop him as often, and as hard as you can! Make him like it!” Grove, the quarterback of the team on which Paul was playing, kicked off to Gordon’s territory. The teams lined up and Gordon snappily called the signals. Paul tensed for the expected plunge. It came, and with it shot Blake, the famed right-tackle. He met him half way, an, although he seemed to have been hit by a human thunderbolt, he budged not an inch. Blake could not gain through Kenning. This was clearly demonstrated in the next few minutes. He stopped every attack, twice breaking through and dropping the man with the ball. Soon the Grove team got the ball on down. The signals were called, the ball snapped and passed to Caldwell, who sprinted around left end foi a five yard gain. The next play was a plunge through left-tackle. Paul was on his toes when Grove began to call his signals. As soon as the ball was snapped back he crashed into Blake, leaving an opening for Caldwell to make a six yard gain. At the end of fifteen minutes neither side had scored. Paul, standing his ground like a proverbial stone wall, had let not even one play pass him. He hailed the rest period with joy, for he had been battered steadily. Don Caldwell was also glad to rest for a short time. At every chance an opponent had dropped him like a stone. They clipped him with all their force and tackled him in such a manner that he always fell heavily. He showed signs of angry resentment at every tackle. He had been almost ready to “boil over” when the first period ended. The coach called Captain Gordon to him “What do you think of him!” he asked elatedly. “I think that Kenning will prove to be the best left-tackle that ever played for Caldwell College. You noticed how he held Blake. Why, he had him completely in his power. He couldn’t do anything he desired at his position. As to Caldwell, I am not sure. He is fast and brainy, but I believe that he is too hot-headed. He might become rash in a situation that called for coolness. Still, he is by far the best man for his position, so T advise you to nut him on the regular team, along with Kenning.” “Exactly what I thought,” commented the coach. “Well, we’ll test him. or rather them, still more the last period. Inform your men to slug Caldwell and Kenning at every opportunity. T shall watch what they do.” The second, and last, period began. Paul immediately sensed a difference in Blake. Blake had grinned good-naturedly as he returned from receiving instructions from Gordon. Paul had smiled back, wondering at the queer look in Blake’s eyes. They came together with the first scrimmage. and Paul’s curiosity ceased to exist. For Blake had struck him with his closed fist, struck him brazenlv. openlv. He kept his silence, questionly into Blake’s twinkling eyes. Perhaps it had been an accident. It would be best to wait. But. at the next mix-up, Blake hit him. Paul looked at the coach. He had. apparently, not noticed the incident. His studied air of innocence gave Paul an idea. So that was why he had been punched—testing him. were they! Well he’d pay them back in their own coin. He would be as innocent as the coach and hit as hard, perhaps harder, than Blake. That would “get their goat.” When the ball was next snapped he saw instantly that Blake again intended to slug. He ducked as the hard left smashed toward him and hit THE LAUREOLA 93 out with all his strength. His fist landed on Blake’s jaw, and landed Blake on his back. Paul crouched, ready to renew the fight, as Blake regained his feet. To his surprise, instead of the raging fury he had expected, he saw the light of genuine admiration in Blake’s eyes. The big fellow put out his hand. “You’re all there with the goods, Kenning!” he chuckled. “Boy, how you can sock!” The coach called Blake to him, and Paul saw that he seemed amused as he saw the bruise on Blake’s chin. After this session, the game was continued in peace, as far as Paul was concerned. The game continued, with the coach’s entire attention fixed upon Caldwell. One had passed the test. What would the other do? Would he see through the ruse and bide his time, or lose his head and start a fight? The coach fully intended to put Caldwell on the team. Yet. he desired to know what he would do under certain conditions. He studied his team almost as much as he did their playing. Therein lay the one secret of his success in the sport. Play began again with Caldwell carrying the ball. As Don crashed through the line he saw the right-half running in to drop him. He tried to dodge, but seeing he had no chance, he decided to plunge through as far as possible. He leaped on, expecting the right-tackle to attack at any instant. Huh instead of tackling, the player stepped aside and slugged him as he hu tied past. Then Caldwell saw red. He dropped the precious pigskin and turned upon Brown, the right-half- He had completely bowled him over and was pounding him to a pulp before his team-mates grasned the situation and separated them. They led him, still struggling, to the shower. “That is enough for today, boys” called the coach. “Gordon, I want to talk with you a minute.” “Well, sir, what do you think of them now?” queried Gordon when they were alone. “They are both on the varsity after today,” replied the coach. “Kenning. in my estimation, made the best showing. He demonstrated that he could keep cool under fire, and that is what counts. A man who can keep cool and yet retain a healthy, fighting temner will come out on top every time. Caldwell is a little too quick on the trigger, but he is by far the best material in sight for his position. “Then our whole team is selected ?” “It is, but, of course, if any player falls by the wayside, I will remove him instantly.” “Now, we shall have to get in some regular team work. The first games comes in a week,” said Gordon, thoughtfully. “Some of the men may not show up as good in this game. Many have never played before such a large crowd as will be here. But that is to be expected, and our competitors will be laboring under the same conditons ” The first game, with Blairley, was placed on the home grounds, so that practically the whole student body turned out for the onening contest. The Caldwell cheering section was packed to rte utmost. The two schools thundered forth roar after roar as the teams ran out on the field for the preliminary practice. Young Caldwell seemed at his worst on this opening day. Fate did not smile kindly upon him even once. On the very first kick-off Don fumbled the ball and was just able to pounce upon it before the first of the enemy reached him. More fumbles, poor passing and running with the ball caused the coach to send in Oakley in the last half. Caldwell, as the 94 THE LAUREOLA coach knew, was an excellent player, but was just having an “off” day. Perhaps it was the great crowd of roaring fans that made him nervous, or it might have been that his excitement was caused by the thrill of his first game. The fact remains that he made a miserable showing. As he left the gridiron he heard many encouraging calls of “Better luck next time,” or, “Too bad, old top.” Still he was deeply hurt, for he was not leaving the field as he often fondly imagined he would—a conquering heio. He sullenly, changed clothes and returned to watch the last half. F oth teams played fine football in the third quarter, neither side scoring. The fourth quarter began with the ball in Blairley’s possession, exactly midway between the goal posts Caldwell turned the visitors back like a rock for the first three downs. Then Blairley tried an end run, staking all on the fleetness of Leonard, their left-half. He seemingly received the ball and rushed around end before the Caldwell men could move in their tracks. Oakley moved swifter than the rest and intercepted him as he flew past, but misjudged the distance as he tackled and missed him by a hair’s breadth. Leonard continued down the field, with one man alone challenging his right to a touchdown, for his work on the cinders was known only too well to the Caldwell men. She had lost last season’s track meet because of the points gained by his speed in the dashes. So that there was only one man on the Caldwell team who set out with his heart in his work. That man was Kenning. Paul, from his position in the line, had noted the startling rapidity with which Leonard had received the ball and flashed around the end. He had guessed that he might not be stopped, and so, upsetting his man, he turned and darted in pursuit as he saw Oakley miss his tackle. He was past Gordon and his teammates before they were fairly started, and was off after Leonard. Roche, Caldwell full-back, alone remained between Leonard and the last white line. He was running in to quell the Blairley man's high aspirations, and failed miserable. Not only did he miss his tackle, but he rolled in front of Paul, who was compelled to hurdle him to get past. The first warning that Leonard had that he might be in danger was when he was dropped by Paul on the fifteen yard line. He was surprised as much, if not more, than the applauding thousands, at another’s overhauling him in a short dash when he had a short lead to start with. He rolled over in amazement and stared at the man who had accomplished such a feat. He and his teammates were still wondering if it could be true when the next scrimmage began. They were greatly demoralized by Leonard’s failure to score with an open field in front of him, so that Paul was really responsible for the winning of the game— for rfie fireworks began immediately after Blairley lost the ball on downs. Caldwell began an irresistible march down the field. They used the forward pass, end run, line plunge, everything, in fact, to the complete bewilderment of their opponents. They fairly sailed across the line with the one. and only, touchdown of the game. When the final whistle blew, with Blairley half-heartedly making another bid for victory, thousands rushed on the field. The whole team was carried around and around the field on the shoulders of their admirers. Half an hour passed before they all could escape to their dressing room. Here the glum Caldwell found them laughingly mauling Kenning for not telling them he was such a sprinter. Don grunted and turned away. The next evening Gordon entered their room, where Paul was quietly studying. Without looking up, Paul sensed that something had aroused Gordon’s ire. He fussed around, paced up and down the room, and finally broke in upon Paul’s studies by slamming a book down on the table. THE LAUREOLA 95 “What’s eating you, Dan?” “Know what young Don Caldwell is spreading about the Campus?” he inquired tersely. “No, I’ve not been around much today ” “The young snob is saying that you had him worked off the team through me. He says that because of a poor showing on one day, he is thrown out of the varsity. I know that the coach would take me or any other player out of any game if he thought I was having a poor day. He means to start Caldwell in the next game, for he is the logical man for the position.” “He is informing all his cronies, who, you may be sure, will pass it cn, that you hogged all the glory in any athletic contest in which he and you were entered. Oh, you are a “bad egg,” all right. You tripped him in a sprint last year and won. You mixed signals while he was pitching on the high school ball team and caused him to lose his games. He is saying a lot, and all these wealth-worshipping campus sheiks are absorbing every word of it as the gospel truth. They are swallowing it, hook, line, and sinker. The poor saps!” The extent of the two young fellows did not bother to deny any of the stories to Dan. He knew Dan did believe them and so saved his breath. “I always knew that he was a poor loser,” said Paul grimly, “but I never thought that he would stoop so low as to lie about a fellow whom he did not like. He never did care for me, if he is saying the things you have just told me, he must think he has some new cause for grievance.” “What are you going to do about it? I feel like punching his head.” “Not a thing- No one who really matters will believe him, and those who do believe him are not worth the trouble of explaining to. As for Don, he can do as he pleases. “Give a man enough rope,” you know, and he’ll hang himself. None of the fellows whom he really wants as friends will think much of him if he keeps on in this manner.” “You’re right, as usual, I suppose. But I would still like to punch him one,” growled Dan. “So would I, Dan,” smiled Paul, “But what do you suppose would happen to our team if the players took to fighting each other?” “All right, then, I give in, let’s go for a walk and get out of this stuffy room,” grinned Dan. “I study about once a month and so I am not accustomed to being cooped up.” “Come on,” cried Paul, tossing aside his books. Off they strolled, two tried and true friends. Each understood the other as well as he understood himself. Both bi-eathed forth the very essence of clean manhood. Every school has one team that it desires to conquer above all others. Such was the case with Marlin and Caldwell. Each was the other’s, most feared rival. The annual game between these two teams always drew the largest attendance of the sason Caldwell studnts had been eagerly anticipating the contest for weeks. At last the great day rolled round. Again the stands were packed. Both sections were ablaze with color. The students were horase with cheering even before the game started. They forgot their hoarseness when the teams ran out on the field, and let forth a mighty roar. Caldwell was again in the line up. He made good in the games following the one with Blairley, so that he had been quickly returned to his old position by the coach. In the first quarter neither side scored. In the second Marlin made the first touchdown of the game by a short march down the field. They 96 THE LAUREOLA were successful in their try for the extra point, so that the score rested at 7-0 when the first half ended. The score remained unchanged in the third quarter, despite the heart-breaking efforts of the Caldwell men to score. They had placed the ball within ten feet of the goal line before the third period ended. From here Dan Gordon carried the ball across in one great surge. The punt for the extra point missed by inches so that Marlin still led by a score of 7-6. Gordon kicked off to Marlin’s twenty-yard line. The ball was run back to the forty yard mark, where Marlin lost the ball on downs. Here the ball see-sawed back and forth as precious minutes flew past. Then, with about five minutes to go, Caldwell got the ball on downs. On their first down, Gordon plunged through the line for a gain of five yards. Next, the ball was carried around right end, but only two yards were gained. On the third down Caldwell was tackled for a loss of three yards. Now, Calwwell had one down in which to make six yards or lose possession of the ball. Gordon thought quickly. It would be hardly possible to make the distance by a little plunge. A forward pass was too dangerous. Therefore, he decided to fake an end run. After the ball was snapped Gordon was to start around right end with the ball, with the right-half and fullback accompanying him as interference. Almost before he had gotten into motion the ball was to be passed to Don Caldwell, who, if the ball was passed cleverly, could continue around let end and down the field before the Marlin men could turn back from their first rush toward Gordon. “2-6-24-16-2,” sang out Gordon, and darted toward light end with the ball- Both the full-back and right-half fell in as interference. Caldwell rushed passed Gordon in the opposite direction and secured the ball from him without aroused the attention of the Marlin men. He started toward left-end—and dropped the ball! Paul saw the ball as it slipped from Caldwell’s grasp. As it rolled away from Caldwell it bounced off and towards Paul. He sprang forward, intending to pick it up and run around the end, but, before he had taken even one step toward the rolling ball, he thought of Don’s rotten luck, and how badly he himself would feel if another player recovered the ball in the same situation. In the eyes of all that great crowd, Don could atone for his error only by getting the ball and continuing down the field. He decided instantly. “Get it, Don!” Paul cried, running alongside to act as intereference as Don seized the chance and scooped up the ball. The fumbling of the ball and its recovery had consumed only an instant, yet the Marlin right half had turned back and made a vain attempt to check them as they ran past. His fingers just brushed Don’s trousers, and fell away. They had an open field, with the exception of Marvin, the Marlin full-back. On down the field they ran, in as pretty a sprint as was ever witnessed on that field. They rapidly left the others behind. “Watch those fellows go!” “Can’t they run!” “Get that touchdown!” These were only a few of the cries that came from the fans as they arose to their feet, shouting themselves hoarse. Don and Paul quickly reduced the distance between Marvin and themselves. “Get back of me, Don,” Paul panted, “I’ll stop him!” Don cleverly stepped back j ust as Marvin hurled himself forward, so THE LAUREOLA 97 that instead of tackling the man with the ball, he dropped Paul. Don easily continued down the field and across the last white line with what proved to be the winning touchdown; for the Caldwell team, inspired by the light of victory, held Marvin scoreless for the rest of the period. This time there was no escaping for the victorious team. The great crowd, students and all, rushed out over the field and hoisted the players to their shoulders. Here they remained until the cheering hundreds had paraded around and around the field. They were finally let down and sent to the showers by the thunderous peal of the school yell. The same night came the annual football banquet. On this night every member of the team was required to make a speech; the captain of the following term’s team was elected; and those who had earned them received their C’s. The banquet was one of the chief social events of the year and was always looked forward to with keen anticipation. Caldwell was the first member of his team to speak. He arose amidst the ringing applause of his teammates. He seemed to be moved by some strong emotion as he began to speak. He was far different from the Old Don, the one who held himself above the common fellow, who sought to be the center of attraction. “I have thrown away the notes which I had prepared for my talk this evening. I am not going to talk to you in the flowery language which I had intended to use. I am going to talk to you about something which is far more important to me than any speech, and which, I hope, will be a lesson to all of you. “When I first came to school here, I wished to be the leader in everything. I wanted to hold the center of the stage at all times, and felt sure that my name and my father’s money would secure for me the prestige I desired. “From the same town came a young man I always disliked, although he had never done anything which should make me feel so. He is a true sport, and has acted so at all times. “We both went out for football. Both of us made good and were placed on the varsity. The first game of the season came. I was overanxious, and made costly errors. Justly, I was temporarily removed. This other man cool-headed at all times, made a fine showing in this same game. Angry and jealous, I circulated stories around the campus that were not altogether true. I have been sorry ever since for what I then said, but that does not excuse the malicious stories of an utter cad. He did not even bother to deny my stories. “Then came today’s big game. We tried our fake end run, and, I dropped the ball. This man was slightly nearer than I to the ball and could have picked it up and dashed down the field. Such an opportunity does not present itself more than a fe wtimes a season to a man in the line. The back field man almost always gets the glory. When a man in the line gets such a chance he usually grabs it, but this man did not. He gave me a chance to recover the ball I had dropped and ran along with me as interference. “Again he had a chance to injure me by letting Marvin past to stop me, but like the man that he is, he got in the way of Marvin, and I made the touchdown. Fellows, that man has changed my attitude toward life. He has shown me how a real gentleman should act at all times. I hope that he will accept my sincere apology for all I had said or done against him. I know that I shal lnever have to apologize again for such an act. In the future I am going to follow the example of that man. I offer my apology, gentlemen, to—Paul Kenning, a man from head to foot!” 98 THE LAUREOLA “Paul,” Don continued huskily, extending’ his hand across the table to the blushing Kenning, “Will you let me shake your hand ?” Without hesitation, Paul Kenning thrust forth his hand and shook the other’s heartily. His gray eyes told Don that he had already dismissed from his mind all the mean and petty acts. Don was through with petty acts. Amidst the ringing applause of the other men at the banquet Don continued his speech. “Dan Gordon is leaving! It will be difficult to find a man able to fill his position as capably as he has done. We are met here tonight to do this. Gentlemen, there is only one man, in my estimation, who is worthy of that position. “Mr. Chairman, I nominate Paul Kenning for the position of captain of our next term's team!” —Orville E. Beal. THE LAUREOLA 99 Not Too Early to Make Your Selections Lovely P Clever 4 Kavorite vwv The Charm Handsome Hot Stuff: Charming 1 Distinctive Attractive 'Different' Paste This In Your Bonnet 100 THE LAUREOLA THE LAUREOLA 101 “SEVENTEEN” The play “Seventeen” by Booth Tarkington, given for the benefit of the Laureola and the Athletic Association of G. T. H. S. made a great hit on the nights of December 17 and 18. The play was the first one staged this term and the first staged under the management of the new dramatic coach, Miss Mary E. Miller. The cast as a whole could not have been better suited for the parts they portrayed. Clarence (Conky) Haines, as Willie Baxter had the audience sympathizing with him one moment and roaring at him the next. He took to perfection the part of a young man, age seventeen, who is attacked by his first case of ‘puppy’ love. Frances DePriest as Mrs. Baxter, and Elizabeth Huhn as Jane, her daughter, took the house by storm. Frances played the part of a mother as only she can; while “Tibby” Huhn rocked the house by her love of bread-and-butter-and-applesauce-and-sugar and the delight she took in tormenting Willie. Gladys Johnson “baby talked” excellently in the part of Lola Pratt, the first love of Willie Baxter. She had every young man in town dizzily in love with her. Leona Christopher played well the part of May Parcher, sweetheart of Johnny Watson, that idol of the gridiorn, Tom Boyd. The part of Joe Bullit, another young man who was in love with Lola Pratt, was ably taken by Fred Bryan. Guy Eberhart took the part of Wallie Banks, Joe’s friend. Raymond Moser and Orville Beal played the parts of two cranky, old men, Mr. Baxter and Mr. Parcher. Eleanore MacMaster and Mollie Bush took the parts of two young women, Mary Brooks and Ethel Boke. William Blanc, as George Crooper, was a rival of Willie’s for the hand of Lola Pratt, but not least, is Otis Thompson, who was a scream as Genesis, a gardener during the day and a waiter at night. Two dogs were used in the play and the wonderful poise of these two animals showed that they wei’e not the least bit bothered with stage fright. The play was a great success and much credit should be given to Miss Miller for the excellent coaching. 102 THE LAUREOLA “A PRAIRIE ROSE” On Thursday and Friday nights, April 15 and 16, the Athletic Association of G. T. H. S. gave their annual play, ‘‘A Prairie Rose.” This play, a comedy drama in four acts, proved to be a real treat to the theatrical population of German Township. The Community Band of McCiellandtown furnished the music for the occasion and put everybody in the proper spirit for a good play. An excellent opening scene, that of a camp fire, which surely looked true to life, made the setting seem more real. Large and appreciative audiences were in attendance at all performances (matinee included) and gave the cast of players the proper inspiration. “A Prairie Rose,” western in type, cleverly written, and splendidly acted, portrayed vividly ranch life where there “ain’t no ten Commandments” and a man can “raise a thirst,” and gave an insight into the character of these good old pioneers, genuine diamonds in the rough, and true as steel- A cleverly worked out plot centering around the life of a little prairie girl, deprived of the frills and fancies of modern life, intermingled with the fun and humor of four splendid comedy roles, kept the interest keen throughout the performance. Margaret Gilmor in the title role was supported by an all star cast. Her very appearance in Western regalia, made one actually hunger and thirst for the clatter and clang of the round-up. Her cow-boy friend and admirer, Bill Briggs (Herschell Eddy) fitted THE LAUREOLA 103 well into his part, and say, we defy any screen star, (Tom Mix included) to look more real and genuine than did Bill. Ralph Stout as Dr. Raymond, proved exceptional ability before the foot lights. In fact, one would think him a professional actor. Gwenthleen Loucks, as the Doctor’s divorced wife also showed remarkable talent. Clayton Buell, as Phil Bryant, was a surprise. Clayton is a real “Shiek” and was right at home in the art of love making. No wonder though, for playing opposite him was the fair, lovely, and charming Dorothy, in the person of Sara Lee. It has been rumored that those two look an dact so well together that it is too bad the play was not real. Arthur Johnson playing the part of Rosie’s father, Ralph Wilder, looked and lived the dignified pater he portrayed. And lets not forget Joe Eaton, as Silas Wilder, the deaf old ranchman. Altho this was Joe’s first play, he proved himself a real character and continually kept the audience in an uproar. Marshall Walker has not a thing on Joe as a comedian. Lizy Jane Slocum, Silas’ better half (Jeanette Merryman) was equally as good, and listen, it is noised about that Silas and Lizy have a real “case” and plan to go through life together??? Mose (William Blanc) the darkey servant was right at home It was well worth the price of the show to see Mose and his razor. Archibald Featherhead, just as lacking of brains as the name suggests, was well played by Clarence Haines. “Conky” needs no introduction as an actor. He acts at all times, whether on the stage or in class room. This play was a huge success in every way. The Association from the receipts at the door is now able to pay off all obligations and begin the new year of 1926 with a clean slate. This play was given under the direction of J. Carman Newcomer. “A FULL HOUSE” Hot on the heels of the last high school play, “A Prairie Rose,” comes the annual Junior Class Play, “A Full House.” Miss Mary E. Miller, who put across “Seventeen” with so remarkable success last December, is also coaching this play. “A Full House” promises to be an even greater hit than was “Seventeen.” The play itself is written by Fred Jackson, that well-known humorist. Crooks, lawyers, and others become hopelessly entangled in mirth-provoking situations. There is not a dull moment from beginning to end. The cast, in order in which they appear: Parkes, an English Servant_________________________________John Hanna Susie, from Sioux City, a maid___________________________Evelyn Weller Ottily Howell, a bride___________________________________Edna Jenkins Daphne Charters, Ottily’s sister__________________________Mabel Wilson Nicholas King, a stranger______________________________Herschell Eddy Ned Pembroke, Jr., an only son__________________________Francis Laick George Howell, a bridegroom____________________________Joseph McGintv Daugherty, a Police Sergeant___________________________William Sterling Jim Mooney, a Policeman__________________________________Joseph Eaton Clancy, another________________________________________Arthur Leckey Mrs. Fleming, who owns the apartment______________________Sara Epstein Vera Vernon, a show girl_________________________________Mollie Sosin Mrs. Pembroke, from Boston_______________________________Bertha Shoaf THE LAUREOLA F-Demaslye R. Ambrose T.BoYd Yduehtr T.SmiHh S. Sm ilh D.BtcE I. frmClus CJiowdrd A.FrAnks I. Merck O.T iiomPson i|.SempSe 106 THE LAUREOLA “VICTORS” Again we are the proud possessors of the Fayette County Football Trophy. This is the second consecutive year that German Township High School has produced a winning eleven. This is the third year that the Cup has been awarded since Penn State first offered it in 1923. Redstone was the first recipient of the Cup in 1923, but lost it in 1924, to German Township. By winning the county championship this year we have made a step toward the permanent possession of the Cup. The clean sportmanship of the team and school and school spirits played a px-ominent pai t in the winning of the Cup, in fact, just as important a part as games won. So let’s give thi’ee cheers and a tiger for our Team! And then let’s give three cheei-s and another tiger for Coach Wheelei , the best coach thex e evei was! . THE LAUREOLA 107 1925-1926 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE When Who Wh exe G. T. H. S. They September 18—Jefferson H. S_________'Jefferson____________78 7 September 25—Brownsville H S________McClellandtown--------14 6 3ctober 2—East Huntington H. S______McClellandtown—.—T_ 0 0 October 9—South Union H. S__________McClellandtow,n_ _ ;_-13 0 October 16—Mt. Pleasant H. S________Mt. Pleasant.__________0 13 October 23—North Union Twp. H. S._, McClellandtown _____0 6 October 30—Redstone Twp. H. S_______McClellandtown_________6 0 November 6—Dunbar Twp. H. S-________Trottdlv_______________6 0 November 13—Frederickstown H. S. v MCQcBandtown___________12 0 November 20—Fairchance H. S_____McClelfarrdtown___________13 0 November 25—Waynesburg Col. F_______McClellandtown_________6 0 INDIVIDUAL SCORING Touchdowns Points Yanehus 10 • 6 T. Smith 4 1 Demaske 4 0 Merck 2 1 Yaugher 1 1 Ambrose 1 1 0 McGinty . 1 0 Williams . 0 1 ' - — 23 10 Touchdowns Points Opponents _______________ 5 2 Total Scoring 66 25 24 13 7 6 6 1 148 Total Scoring 32 VARSITY Sempsey_____________________________________________Left Eend Bise________________________________________________Left Tackle Boyd, Captain______________________________________________Left Guard Yaugher _________________________________________________Center Williams__________________________________________ Right Guard Thompson________________________________ ---------Right Tackle A. Franks____________________________________________Right End S- Smith____________________________________________Quarterback T. Smith_____________________i__jc-------------------Left Half Yanehus_________________________r-x -----------------Right Half Demaske_________________________.LL_ r,--------------Full Back Ambrose_________________________---------------------Right End E. Franks_________________________________________ Right Guard Howard___________________J.__.iJl_—.----------------Left Tackle Merck ___________________L v_______________________Quarterback. _ “Subs ' McGinty, Demko, Sandusky, Hainesj'Culleton, Eaton. Ainsley, Roll, Eddy, Mtgalizzi, Solomon, Yuhas. WEARERS OF FOOTBALL G. Boyd, Yanehus, T. Smith, S. Smith, Ambrose, Yaugher, Demaske, Thompson, Williams, A. Franks, Sempsey, Bise, Howard, E. Franks, Merck, McGinty, Demko, Ainsley. Vk V 1 c yn33HM OAoa W9SV3 131S Vii d H0i 03 Uc «o •aaw' =ANdOtfl’ 3ms A A Jd aAoa wcll =N VldVO :'AI fAHS y vvaMiW 110 THE LAUREOLA GAMES GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL AT JEFFERSON G. T. H. S—78 JEFFERSON—7 The first game of the season was played against Jefferson, which resulted to a 78-7 victory for German. Our entire squad got into action, the varsity playing only one-half of the game- The -subs played the rest. The only score made by Jefferson was made against our'2nd. and 3rd. string men. The feature of the game was “Iron-Man” McGinty, who grabbed a paps' and ran unmolested for 50 yards. This game had a very demoralizing effect upon the team as they were bitten by over-confidence as a result of ft. v A GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. BROWNSVILLE AT McCLELLANDTOWN G. T. H. S.—14 BROWNSVILLE—6 On Friday, September 25, German Township won their first league game by trouncing the Brownsville squad by a score of 14-6. The Brownsville men caused-epfi5 .chills to race up and down the spines of G. T. H. S. fans ;n the first quaefer, when Mitchell, catching forward pass near to the goal line, crossed it for the first touch-down. But they failed for the extra point- Then in the second quarter our boys “stepped on the gas.” Yanchus. after-carrying the ball down the field by means of end runs, carried the ball around the end for a two yard gain and a touchdown. He sent a pretty drop-kick between the. goal post for an extra point, making the score 7-6. In the third miai tel Demaske made another touch-down, cinching the game. Yanchus' again succeeded wljgp he tried a drop-kick. In the last quarter neither side scored. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. ALVERTON AT McCLELLANDTOWN G. T. H. S.—0 ,.y y- ALVERTON—0 German Township encountered Iterr first set-back of the season on Friday, October 2, against AlveTton. Although our team wras within scoring distance several times, they failedVto put it across the last line, so the final score wras“0-0. The tw'o teams battled valiently in the mud, which was ankle deep in some places. Forward passes could not be used or punts kicked because of the mud. In the last quarter G. T- H. S. had the ball on the 20 yard line several times, but failed to put it .across. V. • r --r GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. SOUTH UNION AT McCLELLANDTOWN .. G. T. H. S—13 SOUTH UNION—0 S ggl' - Running' true U forjn, German Township added another victory to their list when theV dpfe§£ed South Union with a count of 13-0. In the first quarter South Union-held the home boys better than at any other stage of the game. In the second quarter, our boys opened up some pretty offensive plays and interference ancle sent 'Yanchus around the right end for a run of 30 yards and a touch-down. They failed for the extra point. In the third quarter, after the ball had been worked down the field to the THE LAUREOLA 111 goal line by a series of line plunges and end runs, Yanchus ran around the end for his second touch-down of the game. Yaugher kicked the extra point. Both teams failed to score in the last quartei . Yanchus was easily the star of the game, the feature run of the game was also made by Yanchus, when he tore off for a 50 yard gain after catching a South Union punt. The home boys 212 from scrimmage to their opponents 53, and mdae 13 first downs to South Union’s 3 German Township completed 3 forward passes out of a total of 7, while South Union failed to complete any out of 7. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. MT. PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL AT MT. PLEASANT G. T. H. S.-0 MT. PLEASANT—13 German Township High School met its first defeat of the season on October 16, when our outfit fell before the Mt. Pleasant squad by losing a 13-0 verdict. German Township played a safe defensive game during the majority of the game. Mt. Pleasant scored two touch-downs, the one in the second period and another in the third. It was not until late in the game that our boys opened up its aerial offense. They completed several passes, but this advance came too late, the timer’s signal cutting short their advance. The game was played on a field made muddy by rain This rain also made the pigskin heavy and hard to handle. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. NORTH UNION HIGH SCHOOL at McClellandtown G. T. H. S.—0 NORTH UNION—6 Overconfidence defeated German Township in the form of North Union by a score of 6-0. The whole school, team and all thought little of this game. It was going to be a “cinch!” But when Oldland dashed 25 yards for a touch-down, after receiving a pass, the spirit of both teams changed. Coach Wheeler’s eleven several times got the ball within the 15 yard line, but still could not put it over. Except for the first quarter, our boys completely outplayed the visitors. Their aerial game was the best that had yet been displayed on the field this year. Ambrose and Semsey shone in this game, both catching passes for nice gains. This was the only game lost in our league schedule. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. REDSTONE TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL at McClellan dtown G. T H. S.—6 REDSTONE—0 German Township eleven surprised the whole country when they trounced their old rivals, Redstone Township, to the tune of 6-0. Our boys completely outplayed Redstone Township in every department of the game. The game was played on a snow covered field, which made running rather difficult, but aside from that it was a perfect football day. This defeat by G. T. H. S. practically eliminated Redstone from consideration for the season’s Champs. The game was nearly all German Township’s, the home eleven having the pigskin at almost every turn. Three times during the 54 minutes of play, our players had the old ball inside the 20 yard line, but lacked the necessary punch to put it over the last chalk line. Finally after all these attempts had failed to put it over, by straight football, our boys resorted 112 THE LAUREOLA to the overhead game. Late in the third quarter with Redsone playing a strong defense game. Yanchus, our star halfback, caught the Redstone defense sleeping when he tossed a forward pass to T. Smith who dashed off the distance needed to send him across the goal line, making the only touch-down of the game. Earlier in the game before the touch-down was made, Yanchus tried for a drop kick, since they could not put it over by straight football, but the ball never left the snow covered ground a synopsis of the game shows that German Township gained 78 yards from scrimmage as against 47 for Redstone. Nine first downs were scored- Redstone leading in this phase of the game 5-4. The most part of the game was a punting affair. Yanchus, our star doing all the punting and whose work sparkled throughout the game. Redstone had no chance of scoring for when danger threatened German line punt up a stonewall defense. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. DUNBAR AT TROTTER G. T. H. S.—6 DUNBAR—0 After playing three quarters without a score German Township defeated Dunbar in the crucial game of the season by a forward pass late in the fourth quarter. With the ball on the thirty yard line, “Peanut” Smith threw a forward pass to Ambrose our end, who dashed over the line before being tackled. In the first half G. T. H. S. clearly outplayed the Dunbar eleven Twice our boys had the ball within ten yards of the goal, but failed to push it over the line. Once while they were close to the last mark Yanchus, tried a drop kick from the 32 yard line, but it was blocked. In bucking the line Demaske far outclassed any other man on either side. He made fine gains every time he carried the ball. Much credit is due to our smashing fullback for the victory. Yanchus played his usual stellar game at left-half in kicking and running with the ball. Once in the game it seemed that he was off for a long run and a toch-down, but due to his injured leg, he was caught although he ran about 40 yards. The line lead by Captain Boyd did remarkably wrell. Smith shone for Dunbar, slipping through for gains. After Ambrose made the toch-down by a pass from Smith, Dunbar tried desperately to score by aerial attacks, in the few remaining minutes, but our boys displayed their stonewall defense and easily kept Dunbar away from dangerous, territory. GERMAN TOWNSHIP V FREDERICKSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL AT McCLELLANDTOWN. G. T. H. S.—12 FREDERICKSTOWN—0 On November 13, the G. T. H. S. eleven added another victory to their string by slipping two touch-downs across in the first quarter against Frederickstown. After that time neither team could take the pigskin beyond the last white line for a touch-down. Our boys played the same calibre of football that enabled them to trim Dunbar a week previous to this game. They played a steady game using that smashing off-tackle play with Demaske carrying the ball usually for a steady gain. Several times our boys had the ball within scoring distance, once even getting it on the one hundred yard line, but were unable to shove it across. In the first two minutes of the play we got a break that decided the contest. German kicked off and then held F. for downs On the fourth down F. attempted to kick, but a F. youth got into the way of the THE LAUREOLA 113 punt and G. T. H. S. took the ball deep into F. Territory. Then on smashing off tackle plays and end runs by Demaske and Yanchus the former went across for a touch-down. Yanchus tried around end for extra point, but was dropped. G. T. H. S. took the next kick off and marched down the field using the same smashing off tackle play until Yanchus slipped across for a touch-down- He missed a drop kick. Coach Wheeler made several substitutions as the game progressed. G. T. H. S. collected 139 yards from scrimmage to 83 for Frederickstown. They also scored 10 first downs to 5 for visitors and completed two out of two passes. GERMAN TOWNSHIP Vs. FAIRCHANCE HIGH SCHOOL AT McCLELLANDTOWN G. T. H. S.—13 FAIRCHANCE—0 The German Township eleven ended their season with a decisive vie tcry over Fairchance H. S. eleven. Our boys keyed up to the right pitch smashed through the Fairchance’s eleven and sent them home with the short end of a 13-0 score Fairchance never threatened to score in fact not even reaching over 30 yard line. Yanchus sweeps around the end and his returning of punts were largely responsible for the victory. Demaske continued to be unstopable making nice gains through the line. “Peanuts” Smith Theodore Smith played “crackerjack” games as quarter and left half back, while the line lead by Captain “Tiny” Boyd, squashed Fairchance attempts to score through the line. German Township gained 266 yards from scrimmage to 72 yards gained by Fairchance, and made 17 first downs to 4 for the visitors. Both touch-downs and extra points were made by Yanchus. GERM AN TOWNSHIP Vs. WAYNESBURG COLLEGE FRESHMAN AT McCLELLANDTOWN G. T. H. S.—6 WAYNESBURG—0 The Waynesburg College Freshman received the surprise of their young lives when on November 25, they were turned back by the G. T. H. S. eleven by the tune of 6-0. Having a great advantage in age and experience, they expected to trounce our boys, but they found that our team had other notions. Our boys outplayed them in every phase of the game. The first and only touch-down of the game was made by Wesley Yaugher the team center, who having scooped up a Freshman’s fumble. He dashed down the field with the pigskin for about fifty yards and a touchdown. This was the first and only touch-down of the year for our fighting center. The line held back the Freshman as it had done to the other teams in the county. Again in this game they accomplished the fact of keeping their opponents within the 30 yard line. This makes the fifth consecutive game in which they had done this. Our four horsemen, Yanchus, Demaske, T. Smith, and S. Smith played a fine game. Two G. T. H. S. graduates played on the Waynesburg Freshman team “Nuts” Wright played left end end and Ike Ralston who snapped out the signals at quarterback. Ralston made a 30 yard run, which was the longest of the day. German Township made 8 first downs to 6 for the Freshman and gained 155 yards from scrimmage to 104 for the Freshman. The home team completed 2 passes out of 4, while the Freshman completed only 1 out of 10. 114 THE LAUREOLA BASKETBALL Although not the winning team of the County, our boys deserve a great deal of credit for their work this year. Much of their success was due to the untiring effort of the team and of their coach, T. L. Titus. The team also took part in the Waynesburg tournament with favorable results. Let us all join in a cheer for our Basketball Boys, that will resound through the halls of dear old German Township High School and wake the echoes for miles around. THE LAUREOLA 115 1926 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE German Township H. S_________27 German Township H. S________14 Germ?n Township H. S_________32 German Township H. S________16 Germpn Township H. S________16 German Township H. S________32 German Township H. S_________17 German Township H. S________16 German Township H. S________22 German Township H. S________28 German Township H. S________19 German Township H. S________26 German Township H. S________17 German Township H S_________58 Games won—7 Connellsville_______________39 Georges H. S__________________15 North Union__________________99 Redstone_____________________13 Pt. Marion H. S_______________27 Mapletown H. S_______________24 South Union__________________13 Carmichaels H. S-____________88 North Union H. S_______________7 Carter Club___________________21 Pt. Marion___________________10 Keystone Club________________28 South Union__________________21 Mapletown H. S________________14 Games lost—10 VARSITY PLAYERS Yanchus, (Captain)_________________ Sempsey____________________________ Franks ____________________________ C. Howard_________________________ Avery______________________________ Forward Forward __Center __Guard ._ .Guard SUBS McGinty . Merck____ Culleton . S. Smith Lilley __ Glowatski Williams Haines Forward Forward Forward Forward ...Guard --Guard -Guard -Guard WEARERS OF THE BASKETBALL G Sempsey, Yanchus, A. Franks, Howard, Avery and McGinty. WAYNESBURG TOURNAMENT G. T. H. S 13 Waynesburg H. S. 21 G. T. H S 26 Wadestown H. S. 19 G. T. H. s 20 Trinity H. S. 18 G. T. H. s 12 Braddock H. S.__ 46 THE LAUREOLA 117 GIRL’S BASKETBALL We certainly congratulate our girls for their splendid record this season. They sure played good basketball, winning five games, losing four and tying two. Both of the ties were with South Union- At the Uniontown tournament our girls again showed what they were made of, winning from I he rest o fthe teams in their group. In the tournament they had to play South Union and we are haopv to say that we won from them with a score of 11 to 9. Katherine Smith showed some excellent playing at the tournament and deserves special mention. Much of the success of the team is due to the splendid coaching of Mr. A. R. Minor, the Coach. Gertrude McKenna was an excellent manager. GIRL’S VARSITY Katherine Smith-. Thelma Kendall____ Mary Bogovich_____ Gertrude McKenna Myra Honsaker_____ Eunice Miller____ Right Forward .-Left Forward --------Center ---Side Center .—Right Guard ---Left Guard G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. 1. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. G. T. SUBS Mary Stankus____ Nora Pamicucci-Elizabeth Lilley Fay Moore_______ Irma Reckner__. ------Center ------Center Right Guard Right Guard -Left Guard WEARERS OF THE GIRL’S BASKETBALL G ARE: Honsaker, Kendall, Smith, Miller, Bogovich and McKenna. GIRL’S 1926 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE II. S. H S. H. S. H. S. H. S.. H S.. H. S.. H. S.. II. S.. H S.. H. S. Games won Games lost Games tied H. S-H. S. Georges Township____________________9 __11 North Union_______________________9 __5 Redstone ________________________11 .._14 South Union________________________14 __ 9 Carmichaels______________________16 __6 Georges Township__________________8 __2 Carmichaels______________________23 __14 North Union______________________12 __9 Redstone _________________________8 __17 Pt. Marion_______________________li __17 South Union______________________17 115 138 5 4 2 (Both wfith South Union) Uniontown Tournament ____7 North Union_____________________4 _____11 South Union______________________9 118 THE LAUREOLA FACULTY CHAMPS Faculty team—Right Forward, Miss Stewart; left Forward, Miss Vail; Center, Miss Miller; Side Center, Miss Leonard; Right Guard, Miss Hoover; left Guard, Miss Sapper; Cheer Leader, Gertrude McKenna.. Faculty Gents team—Cheer Leader, Fred Bryan; Manager, Mr. Mat-son; Forward, Mr Titus; Guard, Mr Minor; Center, Mr. Newcomer; Forward, Mr. Wheeler; Guard, Mr. Sheetz. Subs—Mr. Shanner, Mr. Shuss, Mr. Enterline and Mr. Rudisill. THE LAUREOLA 119 INTER-CLASS TRACK MEET On the afternoon of Thursday, April 22, the entire student body was dismissed for an inter-class track meet. The Seniors won first place, the Juniors; second, the Freshmen; third, the Sophomores coming last. The results of the meet were as follows: 100 yard dash—Cayelli, A. Franks, Reitz, Thompson. High Jump—Yanchus, Cayelli, Sterling, Haines. 200 yard dash—A. Franks, Cayelli, McCudden, Owens. Discus Throw—Eberhart, Cayelli, Shultz, S- Smith. Hurdles High—A. Franks, Haines, De Bolt. Shot Put—Eberhart, Yaugher, Bise, Cayelli. 440 yard Run—A. Franks, McCudden, Cayelli, Yuhas. Broad Jump—Yanchus, Yaugher, Haines, S. Smith. Half Mile Run—Yanchus, A. Franks, Frascone, S. Smith. Pole Vault—F. Smith, De Bolt, Cayelli, Haines. Mile Run—Yanchus, McGill, Eaton, De Bolt. Hurdles Low—A. Franks, Cayelli, Bise, Altman. Relay Race—1. Seniors, 2 Sophomores, 3. Freshmen, 4. Juniors. CLASS SCORING 1. Seniors—54 points. 2. Juniors—30 points. 3. Freshmen—24 points. 4. Sophomores—22 points. INDIVIDUAL SCORING A. Franks—22 points—Sr. Cayelli—21 points—Jr. Yanchus—16 points—Sr. Eberhart—8 points—Sr. Haines—7 points—Soph. Yaugher—6 points—Fresh. McCudden—5 points—Soph-De Bolt—5 points—Fresh. Bise—4 points—Fresh. F. Smith—4 points—Sr. Smith, S.—3 points—Soph. McGill—3 points—Soph. Shultz—2 points—Fresh. Reitz—2 points—Fresh. Frasconi—2 points—Jr. Sterling—2 points—Jr. Eaton—2 points—Jr. Altman—1 point—Fresh. Thompson—1 point—Jr. Owens—1 point—Fresh. 120 THE LAUREOLA ALUMNI Class of 1909 Bemies, Carl Dearth, Marguerite (Campbell) Del Zingro, Nicolas Newcomer, Modest (Weisenberg) Emery, Katherine Emery, Ella McCombs, Jewel Newcomer, Odessa Butler, Donna (Burns) Christopher, Floy (Jackman) Huhn, Josephine McCracken, Benjamine McCracken, Thomas Molten, Harry Class of 1010 Newcomer, Beryl Riffle, Ira W. Riffle, Nellie (McCracken) Rush, Lillian (McCann) Seaton, Charles Class of 1911 Riffle, Helen (McCracken) Newcomer, B- S., Jr. Taylor, Charles William, Norbett Class of 1912 Campbell, Gertrude (Leyden) Keener, Irvin Campbell, Margaret (Gearing) Lloyd, Albert Franks, Minor Shawman, Edgar Grove, Carl Wilson, Iphmer Huston, Dell Coffman, Russel Haines, Emilie (Sowers) Hostetler, Pearl (McGinty) Kirby, Vassie Boyle, John Coffman, Mildred (Rankin ) Cree, Pavy Dove, Etta Gray, Harry Emery, Ida Barbariaz, Charles Christopher, Bryan Coffman, Irene Coldren, Nellie (Stilwell) Emery, Glenn Gadd, Joseph Gadd, Harold Gilmore, Gwendolyn Golemske, Mary Golemske, Anna Wilson, Chester Baer, Medora Blanc, Joseph Brooks, Benjamin Christopher, Jennings Dalzell, Clarence Hostetler, Wilda Huhn, Harry Mariette, Quinet Class of 1913 Haines, Armour McWilliams, Jessie Miller, Dawson Ross, Bernice (Rockwell) Weltner, Caroline (Fallon) Class of 1914 Kendall, Karl K. Kennison, Alice (Grove) McCracken, Gladys Moser, Carrie ( Cree) Newcomer, Jacob Newcomer, Rebecca Newcomer, Ward Riffle, Blanch (Kendall) Riffle, George Shaw, Jennie (Coughenour) Zoldas, Andrew Class of 1915 Miller, Mary Ramsay, Paul Rockwell, Mary Simpson, Elizabeth Thomas, Ira Ward, Vera (Dennis) Wilson, Zona THE LAUREOLA 121 Class of 1917 Shaw, Dora Jankey, Eddie McCombs, Hazel (Morris) Sterling, Mabel Dearth, Sarah Kennison, Lauretta (Harve; Patterson, Charles McWilliams, Pearl (Ache) Ward, Frances Kendall, Harry Gray, Silvia McCracken, Mildred Bemies, Clifton Hostetler, Emily (Morris) Vail, Elizabeth Yanchus, Albert Talbott, William Kelley, Harold Kendall, Meryl Baer, Corrine Poundstone, Arnold Class of 1918 Brown, Rachel Roycroft, Helen Beal, Howard Kaspi, Mary Carpenter, Meryl Smith, John Christopher, Charles Sbarske, Elizabeth Balsinger, Arvella Taylor, Lois Ganoe, Ruth Williard, Dessa Duggan, Caroline (Brown) McClelland, Robert Glenn, Marie Solan ic, Anna Keener, Grace Jeffries, Herman Leckey, Clarence Jankey, Marie McLeod, Came (Girod) Chestnut, Lillian Miller, Charles Weimer, Charles (Deceased) McCloy, Harold Brown, George Murphy, Mary Matyus, Lucy (Cavalcante) Baer, Josephus Class of 1919 Blasotti, Egidio Woodfill, Florence Collins, Katherine Wright, Frank Cover, Joseph Sangston, Jefferson Davis, Edn a Vail, Edward Elizeus, Andrew Yanchus, Thomas Fast, Ethel Walters, Lawrence Franks, John Rider, 0. W. Franks, Hazel Riffle, Herman Franks, Antonette Rockwell, Elizabeth Guseman, Catherine Sapper, Helen Hostetler, Mae Sbarske, Sarah Huhn, Nancy Sharpnaek, Lee Jordan, Ralph Smith, Nannie Keener, Fannie Snider, Edwin Kelley, Samuel Newcomer, Jacob Kermes, Bessie Matyus, William Stofcheck, Andrew Woodfill, Paul Marucky, Margaret Sangston, J. P. McCann, Ethel Sangston, David Minor, Elva Tntorre, Angelo Nelson, Ray Cavalcante, Tony Quinette, Yvonne Smith, Miller Vail, Edna Blaney, Janet (Christopher) Watkins, Mary Mickey, Martha (Honsaker) 122 THE LAUREOLA Blackshere, James Edgar Class of 1920 West, Edith Blanc, Lewis Taliaferro, Thelma Huston, Paul V. Raveia, Mary Kelley, Samuel T. Gray, Frances Kendall, Robert Payton, James Nicholson, Marie O’Leniek, Elizabeth Sandusky, Louise Honsaker, Clarence Sharpnack, J. Glenn (Deceased) Balsotti, Mario Class of 1921 Lee, Clara B. Butler, Herman McCloy, Margaret DePriest, Harry Mechling. Josephine Flintosh, John Mosher, Frank Franks, Anna Ramsey. Wade Gualt, Jessie (Rider) Rider, Ruth Hague, Mary Riffle, Harry Harpas, Irene Thompson, Richard Hoover, Thomas Walek, Eve Kelley, Clara Crumrine, Audley Anderson, Thelma Class of 1922 Butler, James Blaney, Elizabeth (Huhn) Edwards, Catherine Boyd, Paul Glenn, Harry Bryan, William J. Haines, Hubert Gribble, Cecil Hoover, Marie Hastings, Hal lie Lardin, Blanche (Wright) Howard, Virgini a McGinty, Catherine McGee, George Roycroft, Sara McKenzie, Mary Secosky, Victoria Sangston, Russell Smith, Coffman Sharpnack, Mae Sterling, Estella (Hoover) Smell, Edna Thomas, Elizabeth Smell, Opal West, Edward Smith, Oscar Youger, Ewing Stilwell, Maude Rupert, Jack Ward, Wilson Zimmerman, James West, Pheobe Antram, Charles Class of 1923 Honsaker, Edgar Blaney, Mae Kuhns, Charles Betchy, Joseph Kramer, Mary Pearle Brown, Milfred Minor, Alice Britz, Smaria Payton, Pearle Caretti, Ella Ravia, Adeline Coldren, Mildred Rex, Anna C. Cunningham, Mildred Rider, Elizabeth Debolt, Edgar Roycroft, Florence Deffenbaugh, Alice Sapper, Marie Fiat, Carolyn Stets, Emma Gillin, Thomas Smith, Arthur Gillin, Luke (Deceased) Sterling, Beulah Hague, Charles Tate, Robert Hoover, Daniel Turney, Margaret THE LAUREOLA 123 Class of 1924 Ambrose, William Bowman, Wilbur Beal, Mildred Brvan, Hubert Buell, Clifford Christopher, Frank Cottage, Anne Cayelli, Ferdinand Culletin, Margaret (Race) Crow, Margaret Cavalcante, William De Priest, Winifred De Bolt, Marie Deffenbaugh, Lloyd Dalzill, Wilella Dean, Ruth Grove, Nora Hall, Edna Harford, Carl Hackney, Robert Humphreys. Benj. Johnson, Margaret Johnston, Margaret Kelley, Patsy Kendall, LaVerna (Fast) Lewellen, Alice Loucks, Eugenia McGee, Kathryn Marucchi, Henry Nicholson, Margaret (Fretts) Ober, Gwendolyn Powell, John Dean, Mayolla Perichco, Steve Dugan, Harry Pride, Beatrice Enlow, Mary Rupert, Jane Enlow, Dora South, Mary Fretts, Watler Swift, Margaret Franks, Mildred Searian, Joseph Frost, Gladys Smith, Oliver Gray, Virginia Stuyvesant, Hilda Gault, James Guseman, Arthur Tate, Jennie Class of 1925 An gel 1, Victor Lease, June Bromberg, Helen Mickey, George Brooks, Etta Miller, Sara Britz, Liberty Moore, Nola Brashear, Eleanor Merck, Elsie Brashear, Evelyn (Cartwright) Owens, Iola Cartwright, Daphne Ralston, John Carr, Hubert Ross, Bernice Connell, Robert Smell, Glenn Connell, Mabel Shank, William Dena, Charles Stilwell, Gerald Honsaker, David Stout, Ralph Hvizdos, Sophia Stuyvesant, Edith Imposimato, Antoinette Shank, Lyda Jordan, Virginia Weller, Mary Louise Kuhns, Robert Whissen, La France Lardin, Jane Wilson, Edna Wright, Lloyd Watkins, Margaret (Davis) Woods, Agries Tiys uK1 T r V, D urv bar lyuth ItVS DUNPAf? B' M I A T _ WHO is SH lU c.V. i beth. THE LAUREOLA 125 dlnkes Prof. Sheetz (In agry tones) Who told you to put that paper on the wall? Decorator: Your wife sir. Prof. Sheetz: Pretty isn’t it. Dad—Where’s Helen? Mom—Gone to see “The barber of Seville.” Dad—If that girl gets her hair bobbed I swan, I’ll spank her, I don’t care if she is eighteen. Prof. Newcomer—If I say “month” you think of 30 days then if I say 30 days what do you think of? C. Howard—Jail. You see me an’ Sheetz were ridin’ in an elevator together, and the driver dropped a cigarette, Me ’n Sheetz both dives for it and I gets it. So he flunks me outta school. Policeman (producing notebook)—Name please. Motorist—Aloysius—Alastair—Cyprian— Policeman (putting back the book)—Well, don’t let me catch you again. “George, I’ll give you a pint of scotch if you’ll hurry, over to my house and get my grip. Hurry now. What! Haven’t you gone yet? Gone boss I’se back? THE RAVIN One night as I lay thinking Of the pleasant days of yore, I heard a swishing, swashing, Just outside my bedroom door. Up the hall, a funny clicking. And some shuffling on the floor; ’Twas my sister in galoshes— Only that and nothing more. A crook smuggled an old saber into his cell and in the early hours of the morning vainly tried to hack his way through the bars with it but he aroused the guard and was given an extra year for disturbing the peace and mutilating government property. MORAL. The Pen is Mightier Than The Sword. “Are vou a trained nurse.” “Yes.” “Well, let’s see some of your tricks.” W. Culleton—How come your all wet? C. Haines—I fell into a barrel of cider. 126 THE LAUREOLA Culleton—Did you get hurt? Haines—No, it was soft cider. Prof. Wheeler—Nelson, who was the strongest man in Rome? Nelson—Caesar, He pitched his tent across the river. He—Who made the first cotton gin? She—Heavens! Are they making it from that too. Miss Vail (To young Miss)—“Parse the word Kiss.” Dorothy Lewis—“This word is usually used as a conjunction. It is never declined and more common than proper. It is never singular, in that it is usually used plural. It agrees with me.” All men are not homeless, but some are home less than others. Raymond W.—In which month do women talk the least? Tibbie—In February because that’s the shortest. Laugh and the world laughs with you, Laugh again and you laugh alone. The first time it is the teacher’s joke; The second joke is your own. Before you start going around with a married woman, be sure you can go two rounds with her husband. Is this the way you read your Laureola? First Five Minutes—Look for your own picture. Second Five Minutes—Look for your girl’s picture. Third Five Minutes—Scan them both carefully and close the book forever. Reformer—Young man, do you realize that you will never get anywhere by drinking? Stewed—Ain’t it the truth? I’ve started home from this corner five times already. The man—Two egges poached medium soft, buttered toast, not too hard, coffee, not too much cream in it. The waiter—Yes, sir would you like any special design on the dishes. Hey, Waiter, this steak is burnt black. Yes, Sir, a mark of respect, our head waiter died yesterday. He—I hear the Smiths gave the Newlyweds only a flat-iron for a wedding present. She—How absurb and they aren’t even going to live in a flat. The height of slow motion would be two Scotchman reaching for the dinner check. Cora—So Mary refused to marry you? Why didn’t you tell her you had a rich uncle. Cob—I did, and now Mary is my aunt. THE LAUREOLA 127 “Officer, catch that man running there. He tried to kiss me!” “S’all right, miss. There’ll be another along in a minute.” S. Smith: “Your girl is something of a riddle to me.” W. Yaugher,: “Yes, I am thinking of giving her up myself.” The difference between a motorman and a conductor is quite strange. The motorman changles the handle, the conductor handles the changes. “John, I hope I didn’t see you smiling at that creature who just passed.” “I hope you didn’t, m’ dear!” All joking aside, these intelligence tests really do indicate those who have brains. Those who have don’t take them. And so your name is Riley? Are you an relation to Tim Riley? Very dishtantly. I wuz me mother’s first child. Tim wiz the twelfth. Edna Jenkings—My ancestors came over on the Mayflower. D. Millward—It’s lucky they did. The immigration Laws are a little stricter now. Prof. Titus—What student was so rude as to laugh out loud? J. Fast—I laughed up my sleeve but there, ’s a hole in the elbow. Here, man, pull yourself together and go home before I call the wagon. Soaked—Hie—my—gwad—hie—have I come to pieces? Clock—Ever go to college? Thermometer—Sure, I’m graduated with over a hundred degrees. Man is often blind to virtue, but not to beauty. Egad—Sir Lancerot, what is that evil clatter I hear in yon court yard ? Forsooth, Sir Algernon me thinks the clothes line has parted. Lovely night. Crescent moon. Situation, Two Red lips. Aslight Mustache, A combination is a flash. Maiden whispers ere she can, Softly giggles, “naughty Man.” Hesitates—and whispers then, “Be a naughty man again.” Mrs. Matson—Oh, Lloyd, I bless the day I married you etc. etc. etc. Mr. Matson—Cut the comedy. What kind of a hat have you gone and bought now? 128 THE LAUREOLA STUDENTS—As We Know Them— Best Students—Gladys Nicholson and Orville Beal. Best Actor—Joseph Eaton. Best Actress—Elizabeth Huhn. Good Lookin'—Mary Connell. Handsome—James Fast. Smilin’ Sam—Tom Boyd. Sunshine Sally—Loretta Owens. Basketball Stars—Wilson Avery and Thelma Kendall. Best Athletes—Andy Franks and Lawrence Yanchus. Best Dancer—Joseph McGinty. Some Stepper—Martha Kirkpatrick. Class Skippers—Neva Provins and Israel Janoff. Bride—Mildred Shipley. Wittiest—Nathaniel Pinsker. Most Dignified—Harriet Darrall. Dumb Dora—Edna Jenkins. Long and Short—Bill Sterling and Warren Springer. Noisiest—Alberta Johnston and Conky Haines. Flashiest—Clayton Buell. Biggest Feet—Raymond Moser. Peacock—Cecil Adams. Siamese Twins—Martha Lilley, Maria Coffman. Primpiest—Mary Stankus. Most Bashful—Sempsey ?????? Shyest—William Sterling. Tiniest—Marie Natalie. Sllepiest—Bob Ambrose. Heavy Weight—Sara Johnson???????? Light Weight—Evelyn Stevenson???????? Cutiest—Keffer. Orville Beal—Cutie ???????? Mischievous Klub—Julia Harto, Beulah Duvall, Margaret Mixey. Shorthand Shark—Sara Epstein. “Black Eyed” Beauty—Beulah Duvall. Oh! Slush—Mollie Bush. Mollie Sosin—Pants Seamstress. Lone Four Bertha Antram Elizabeth Kikta Bertha Shoaf ra Honsaker THE LAUREOLA Autngrajjha 130 THE LAUREOLA Autmjraplui THE MASONTOWN NATIONAL BANK Masontown, Pa. THE BANK WITH THE CLOCK Capital _________________________ $150,000.00 Surplus and Profits_______________$115,000.00 A GOOD REPUTATION can be made by playing the game fairly, by giving (he worth of a dollar for a dollar, by doing one’s best and sitting tight, and by being resolute enough to own up to your mistakes. You surely will make no mistake by having a growing hank account with this bank. OFFICERS William L. Graham-------------- P. H. Ralston__________________ W, Orin Johnson________________ DIRECTORS E. S. Graham W. L. Graham E. R. Ingraham _____President Vice President _______Cashier W. O. Johnson S. E Peters P. H. Rilston Open Saturdays until 8 O’Clock. HOWARD M. STEELE Men’s Clothing- Headware Furnishings 36 East Main Street Opposite State Theatre Uniontown, Pa. Exclusive. But Not Expensive. Always the Very Latest for the Student. Suits $25 and up. Some wi h two trousers. Top Coats $25.00 and up. Hats $5.00 and up. Caps $1.00 and up. IF YOU CAN Duplicate for less money elsewhere, any merchandise purchased at this store, we will gladly refund your money upon return of merchandise. LEAVE YOUR PACKAGES HERE Shoppers may leave their packages here while attending business elsewhere. FOR EVENING APPOINTMENT Call Bell: Store 1855 Residence 2175 RELIABLE FURNITURE STORE LEADERS IN THE BEST OF FURNITURE. STOVES, RUGS, BEDDING. WALL PAPER AND HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS. CASH—IF YOU HAVE IT CREDIT—IF YOU WANT IT MASONTOWN, PA. JANOFF’S DEPT. STORE Complete Line of MEN’S, LADIES’ CHILDREN’S SHOES, AND READY TO WEAR. MASONTOWN, PA. GEORGE McLEOD REAL ESTATE and INSURANCE 110 S. Main Street, Bell Phone: Residence, 58. Office, 1K6- MASONTOWN. PA. Howard Stilwell Yard Goods of All Kinds HOSIERY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY 112 Main Street, MASONTOWN, PA. Bell Phone fi7-R LORETTA MAY VOCAL AND PIANO INSTRUCTOR SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO JUVINILE PUPILS STUDIO-LYCEUM HALL MASONTOWN. PA. Phone 17fi UNION HARDWARE STORE THEO. I. PINSKER, Proprietor Opposite LeRoy Hotel MASONTOWN. PA. A SQUARE DEAL TO ALL HARDWARE HOUSE FURNISHINGS WOC) DEN W A RE STOVES, PAINTS CUTLERY ALUMINUM WARE The Most Complete Hardware Store TRY The Leading Store of Mason- town, carrying the highest Grade of Merchandise as SCHLOSS CLOTHES, FRANK J. CONNELL YORKER SHOES, DRUGGIST and many other High Grade Makes Parker Fountain Pens in MEN’S and LADIES’ READY Waterman Fountain Pens TO WEAR. Eversharp Pencils TRY US, AND BE SATISFIED. EASTMAN KODAKS THE OUTLET DEPT. STORE MASONTOWN. PA. Bell Phone 16 Tri-State 12 C OFFMAN MOTOR COMPANY FIORE BROS. NEW SALEM, PA. FORD, FORDSON, TRACTORS CUSTOM TAILORS and LINCOLN CARS CLEANING, ALTERING AND REPAIRING We carry a complete line of Genuine Ford Parts. We also carry a full line of 101 Main Street TIRES, TUBES AND ACCESSORIES Phone 71-R FORD REPAIR WORK A SPECIALTY Ford Weekly Purchase Plan —$12.60— Will Deliver You a Ford Touring Or Roadster. Other Models Can Be Purchased, on the Same Plan. Complete Line of High Class Shoes for Men, Women and Children Headquarters of HART SHAFFNER MARX WOOLWEAR, YOUNG MEN’S AND BOYS’ CLOTHING. BEN WOLKOFF’S DEPARTMENT STORE GIFTS THAT LASTS For GRADUATION DIAMONDS WATCHES JEWELRY Uniontown’s Leading Jeweler BEN. L. HUNT Established 1858 JEWELER OPTOMETRIST Uniontown, Pa. THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK MASONTOWN, PENNA. CAPITAL____________________$100,000.00 RESOURCES, OVER $1,800,000.00 MASONTOWVS OLDEST LARGEST STRONGEST BANK STRONG ENOUGH TO PROTECT YOU LARGE ENOUGH TO SERVE YOU SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU 4% Interest Paid on Savings Accounts, Complete Foreign Exchange Department. MARTIN J. BERISH, Manager OFFICERS R. B. Hays ----------------------------------President Joseph G. Cover-------------------------Vice President Chas. H. Harbison______________________________Cashier DIRECTORS Joseph G. Cover Frank J- Connell R. K. Wright Chas. H. Harbison Banking Hours 9 A. M. to 3 P. M. Saturday’s 9 A. M. to 8 P. M. COMPLIMENTS OF BENJAMIN H. FRIEDMAN THE LEADER STORE MASONTOWN, PA. COMPLIMENTS OF THE “QUALITY MARKET” Masontown, Pa. H. A. JOHNSTON Funeral Director MASONTOWN, PA. “Thoughtful Service” WAYNESBURG COLLEGE Is A High Class Educational Institution Within One Hour’s Ride From Any Point in German Township Go to College and Live at Home. COMPLIMENTS Of The UNION TRUST CO. Beautifullyengraved white gold filled case fitted with a fine 15 jewel Bulova Movement. This watch will give a life time of t faithful service. Uniontown, Pa. STRAP WATCHES FOR MEN $10.00 TO $75.00 GOOD JEWELRY Wallace Miller Co. Jewels Optometrist FLOWERS —For— COMMENCEMENT And WEDDINGS Also Plants of all Kinds Stenson McGrail 11 Morgantown Street Phone 1587 M. A. YANCHUS The Leading Store for Dry Goods and Notions Dress Furnishings and Shoes Agent for Butterick Patterns Bell Telephone 29 12 South Main Street MASONTOWN, PA. M. S. DOLLAR COMPLIMENTS STORE Of Opposite S. T. YANCHUS Masontown National Bank SONS Masontown, Pa Men’s One Price Store More Goods for Same Money! More Goods for Less Money! Masontown, Pa. COMPLIMENTS A. E. NEWMAN Of AUTO SUPPLIES GENERAL TIRES GIRARD Goes a Long Way to Make BLASOTTI Friends. EXIDE BATTERIES THE ONE PRICE MEN’S SHOP TUTHILL GUARANTEED SPRINGS Bell 9029 Masontown, Pa. McCLELLANDTOWN, PA. STAR CANDY CO. We Specialize in Fancy SUNDAES, DRINKS AND HOME MADE CANDY. Michael Bashour Proprietor Phone 83 Masontown, Pa. COMPLIMENTS Of The ELECTRIC SHOE HOSPITAL EMERY STEFANKO Proprietor 12 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Masontown, Pa. W. W. DARRALL SON Dealer In LUMBER AND BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES Masontown, Pa. YOUR BANK SECOND NATIONAL BANK OF UNIONTOWN SAFE COURTEOUS friendly DEPENDABLE COMPLIMENTS DAVID R. JOHNSON PLUMBING, HEATING And General Supplies Electrical Household Appliances EAST CHURCH STREET, Masontown, Pa. PEOPLES STORE PHILIP SROKA, Proprietor 13 MAIN STREET, Masontown, Pa. BERNSON DEPT STORE Masontown, Pa. Everything to Wear for Everybody for Less. AGENCY Fd. V. Price Company Dunlap Shoes, Best Made. Van Huesen Collars. A Spuare Deal to All. JEWELRY OF ALL DESCRIPTION DIAMONDS, WATCHES, VICTROLAS and RECORDS Freed-Eisman and Crosle.v Radios Batteries, Tubes, Etc- —AT— ROSENSHEIN’S Jewelry Store WRIGHT-METZLER COMPANY OF UNIONTOWN Extends heartiest congratulations to the Class of 1926 German Township High School and cordially invites each and everyone to make the Friendly Store of Uniontown their shopping center, now and later. Cortley Clothes for the Men Carolyn Moeds for the Girls Are Exclusive Here Where Gold Bond Stamps save 2V2%. ANNOUNCEMENT! To our friends and patrons we announce that the Rempes Studio will in future be known as the Rempes-Royal Crest and in time the Rempes name will be dropped entirely. Our line is general photography in every- branch and we have recently added the very best Kodak film finishing labatories that money could buy or brains devise. THE REMPES-ROYAL CREST 84 V2 WEST MAIN STREET, UNIONTOWN PENN’A SOME DAY- Own a Home of Your Own Just a few short years and you high school boys and girls will be men and women with responsibilties. Take to heart this bit of sound advice from Arthur Brisbane, prominent editor and business man. “The man who owns his own house, who owns the roof over his head and the ground under his feet, whose children have a place that they look upon as their own, gives to himself and to his family a chance a thousand times better than that of the individual who is living in a box called an “apartment.” Make up your mind today that you are going to own a home of your own. It is the wisest investment after all. Start a SAVINGS ACCOUNT at the bank- Keep adding to your account a little every week or every month. Before long you’ll have enough to make the first payment on a home. Saving enough money to make the FIRST PAYMENT is the important step. Get that far and you’ll go through with it. Some day, own your own home. But BEGIN SAVING MONEY TODAY. If you have only a dollar to start with, make the start. Putting it off until you have more usually results in never making a start. Come in and talk it over with us. There’s no obligation in this service. We welcome opportunities like this to help young men and women. Citizens Title Trust f .o. Wniontowvu 9kb. WHEN YOU PAY A BILL OUT OF YOUR OWN POCKETBOOK You have no proof that you paid it. BUT, WHEN YOU PAY A BILL OUT OF YOUR CHECK BOOK your check is your receipt and shows that you paid the money. FAYETTE TITLE TRUST COMPANY Uniontown, Pa. PRIZE 1925 t hdeeco' mm WINNING ANNVALS I MIWI QMt | (jTjt ghdeeah Service is Prize Winning Service hr above picture tells its own story. Seventeen prizes in one year is a record of which we may well be proud. Let us help you put your annual in the prize winning class. — IVrite us for complete information. Indianapolis Engraving Company IVulsin Building INDIANAPOLIS ' INDIANA % 3 - 1NDTHI5 15 THE END OP OUR PROGRAM,GENTLE READERS. THIS 15 STAT10KP6.IH5. 5I NIM6 OFF UNTIL 1927:- GOOD-BYE.”