Goshen Central High School - Yearbook (Goshen, NY)

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8 THE PIONEER worth of school spirit, public spirit, and patriotism can never be realized for the greatest good, unless the mind from which they spring is helped by a strong body. Mr. M. C. Smith must also be commended for carrying on the patriotic and unswerving policy of his predecessor. W. Y. R., ’04. THE SHAKESPERE CLUB. During the winter of 1905 the Sliakespere Club held its meetings at the High School Building, that is, if nothing happened to prevent, such as sociables and the other numerous pleasures of this dissipated Goshen. “King Lear” and “The Twelfth Night” were read, also articles written by the different members, concerning the principal characters of these plays. At the last meeting sketches of songs were given and illustrations of the kind of song of Sliakespere'8 time, or contrasted with the songs of to-day. Financially the club was successful, having a surplus of five cents in the treasury. Jennie 8. Bassett. THE CLASS WILL. We, the class of 1905, of the Goshen High School, being of sound mind and memory, do declare this to be our last will and testament: As our farewell words to the Junior class, we bequeath the right to meet in the Physics Laboratory at the inconvenience of teachers, students and others concerned, and we hope that they will conduct these meetings with the same dignity as we, who have gone before them, have conducted ours. Also, we give the right to sit in the rear seats [without whispering] of the High School Room I, but with the injunction to “ Do as we say, not as we did.” To Mr. Thomas T. Tuthill, the honored president of the class, we ask a last favor, that he will train next year for the “ meet ” as well as he did this year and win so many medals that he will rescue the silver cup. We also give the advice not to play “roots” in his senior year for it does not agree with hard study. One day in the Junior year in company with the charming -------------------is sufficient. To Miss Edith A. Harrington, the most worthy treasurer, we grant the right to enter into an athletic career that she may become something harder than “ putty.” We assign the whole vacation from “thinking” [if she so desires]. We offer the advice that she should not exercise her “hard influence” over anyone next year. We say also that descending the H. 8. stairs in an informal manner is not “half bad,” as some of the Seniors enjoy the recreation and designate it “lapsus.” To Miss Margaret V. Cox, the secretary, we offer the place of musician, which office, in former years, she has filled so admirably, and as far as we are concerned to play “Ragtime” after 8:55 a. m„ and 1:25 p. in., if the Faculty only consent. We grant the right to have “dozens” of adopted brothers and write ONCK a week to a friend in Michigan, with a classical name, for instance, “Egbertus Santurus G.-----” To Miss Thresa A. Byrne, the “ basket ball devotee ” of the class, we say that it is not just the right thing to go in a class with no one but a “nice young fellow” for company, especially as they have to amuse each other for a time before “DerLehrer” appears We also say that a low musical laugh is a very agreeable characteristic but we are inclined to attribute it to “ coyness.” To Miss Bertha M. Borland, our “dear flower of modesty,” we have no advice to give unless it is to remove her finger from her mouth when thinking, for otherwise she seems to satisfy all. We bequeath our best wishes for a successful Senior year and a very happy future after. To Mr. Percy M. Ivory, we give the advice that he shall not let small things touch his heart so. You know, gentle hearted one, that some are not deserving of “girl friends ” Alas, we deem it worthy to tell you that it is cheaper to have one’s fortune told at the county fair [if you have the patience to wait] than to become involved in such a tangle, merely for the sake of a witty tongue, because even the local papers caught a drift of the affair. To Miss Mabel A. Knapp, the “ Lady Bountiful ” of the class, we think it would be better to store away her “decollect” toilettes and put on the guise of “Little Daisy” just for next year, for every one believes in the motto “ Work while you work and play while you play,” for after “'00” we grant the right to play as much as desirable. We, alas, say the sweet “stuff is detrimental to “leanness.” Also we give her consolation on account of being separated from her gentlemen friends and being put up in front with the girls.

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THE PIONEER 7 championship of the country ; a big special from Goshen passeth before our sight on the way to the metropolis, to witness the final triumph of the season. And what of his private work ? Again the vision vanisheth all too quickly, but praise and j ower seemeth to hover about it. Scarce could it be otherwise with one of the class of ’( 5. I see as if written upon a piece of parchment and unrolled before my gaze, the future of another of the class of 1905. Charlotte Glover's high school course hath been followed by one in bookkeeping, and by years filled with devotion and loving ministration in the home, until finally her heart’s desire hath been accomplished, and she is dedicating her life to the cause of mission work in distant lands, winning many of the benighted to the cause of Christianity. And now there remaineth only one more who, with his usual courtesy, hath waited until the last. Let us look with bated breath, and fix our gaze more intently, that wre may read correctly the future of the class president. The score that unfoldeth to our vision is brilliant with light, and the ear is filled with music. Fair women and gallant men lead the mazy dance and the form that appeareth to be leader of the “four hundred” is Mr. Gott with the accustomed handsome flush still upon his cheek, a very Beau Brummel, Lord Chesterfield and Ward McAllister in one. But not alone as a society leader is our president renowned ; the spirit voices whisper of a life work with high aims, of knightly deeds accomplished and noble purposes faithfully carried out. We foresee that he who hath so admirably led the class along its weary way to this final triumphant finish shall be likewise successful in all his future undertakings. But listen ! Something calls me back. It is the murmur of childish words seemingly in prattle with older speech, and answering a query about its name, the lisping voice plainly utters, “Joseph W. Gott 4th.” And now’ my classmates, the prophecy is ended. There remaineth only the assurance that were the Seeress the arbiter rather than the prophetess of thy fortunes, there should be given unto each one the fullest possible measure of happiness and success, of grand and noble achievement and of enduring fame. “Tom Tuthill w’ould rather see a Trot(t) than a pace. TRUE SCHOOL SPIRIT. Of late years there has been a new force at work in the high schools. This force, inspiring every student to do work of greater excellence, has tended always to the advancement of the school. For the more their efforts are directed by this influence the higher will be the standard of work which the students are able to turn out. This force which has for its aim the intellectual and physical betterment of the students is true school spirit. It is generally conceded that those habits w’hich are founded in the begining of life are the ones that govern our after life to a great extent. This fact alone is sufficient reason why every student of the high schools should become imbued with and governed by true school spirit. For school spirit shines against and conquers one of the most sinful and miserable habits—selfishness. True school spirit might well be written self sacrifice. Because, the student whose habits and actions are directed by true school spirit will sacrifice all personal pleasure if by so doing he may bring honor and glory to his school. But these beneficial effects continue all through life. Public spirit is but a continuation of school spirit. Those w ho have done their best in school and sacrificed their own conveniences and pleasures for the sake of the school will become public spirited citizens of the type so much needed to-day if America is to remain a great and free nation. School spirit, however, has a more far reaching and enobling purpose than merely leading students to do good work in school and preparing them to become good citizens. School spirit readily develops into patriotism. Those wdiose minds and bodies have been developed under the animation of true school spirit w’ill never hesitate to risk their lives for their country. Should our great and prosperous country ever be forced to undergo the hardships of wrar the Alumni will be as loyal and willing to suffer from as great privations as did our renowned forefathers in the day that tried men's souls. In closing great praise should be given Mr. G. H. Baskerville for his untiring efforts while principal of this school. Mr. Baskerville, during the six years of his administration, did more to make school spirit a virtue of every student than had been done during the previous existence of the school. This was wisely accomplished by interesting the students in athletics. The true

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THE PIONEER 9 To Mr. Lewis C. Merritt, a most scholarly young man, we say it is not good to be late too often for it is not a promotor of good character. Most decidedly it “matters,” for the “esprit de corps” of the school is generully obtained at Chapel exercises. The class as a whole does not approve of so many courses for dinner as it inclines one to “lateness” and “inquisitiveness.” Last but by no means least, one of the class of “’05” intends to complete a book soon named “Questions on every topic in the Universe,” and the use of this book we grant to Mr. Merritt with the strict admonition “ not to bother the faculty any more.” To Miss Bertha R. Mills, our quiet one, we advise that it is not the best policy to remain silent too long for you must enjoy yourself during youth. We also commend her on her ability to master lessons, for as the honored President of the class of “'05” said, “Knowledge is Power.” To Miss Helen C. Trott, the sweet and most popular member of the class, we extend congratulations on her success in somk matters since she entered the Goshen High School. We give the advice that it is quite dangerous to look so “ sweet and pretty ” as to make the hearts of the opposite sex beat faster than ordinary. We caution you, dear one, for you know what become of the Princess in the fairy tale who tried to----. K. M. HAYES, “’05.” THE SCHOOL S LOSS. The close of the present school year brings to us not only the regret of leaving the place where we have labored so long, but it also brings to our minds what the school has lost by the resignation of our esteemed Principal, G. H. Baskerville, who for six years has so ably filled the position of superintendent of the schools of Goshen. While he was here the school not only kept its high standard as an institution of learning but has steadily improved. And in losing him all felt that it was a matter of personal regret, and while we rejoice in his promotion we feel that Goshen could ill afford to lose such a man. Great praise is due, however, to the succeeding Principal, Montgomery C. Smith, who has already won the respect and esteem of all, and all hope for continued success in his work here. F. H. P., ’05. HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY, This library is a very complete one of its kind. It is one of the best school libraries in the county. During the term of 1904-’05, 225 new books were added and previous terms there have been an average of 389 books added, making a total of 2,329 books in the library at the present time. These books may be drawn by any student in the school on Tuesday and Thursday nights after school. They are allowed the use of but one book at a time and are allowed to keep it two weeks. At the end of that time if it is not returned or renewed for another two weeks a fine of two cents a day is charged for every day it is kept out over time. The money thus obtained is used in buying new books. There were 591 books drawn during the term of 1904-,05 by the students. This is an average of 1C books per week. The books in this library consist of 827 books of Fiction, 30 books of Reports, 84 Reference books, 1G4 American Histories, 152 General Histories, 70 Ancient Histories, and the remainder are books of Art, Science, Pedagogy, American Biography and Text, number 1,002. There are two complete sets of Sir Walter Scott’s historical novels, a complete set of Louise Muhlbach’s works, a set of Cooper’s works, a set of George Clinton’s public papers, a complete set of Shakespeare’s plays, a set of McMastend’s History of the People of the United States, Laws of New York (5 vols), Riverside Natural History, a History of the American People by Woodrow Wilson, and the New International Encyclopaedia. Besides all these, there are several other encyclopaidas and many other complete sets of works by the well known writers. P. M. I., ’05. To all in the Knocker’s Club, greeting and gesundheit. Get together and hit hard, for the Devil loveth a cheerful knocker. Miss Jane Lemon was married several years ago to Mr. Ebenezer Sweet. After the announcement of their marriage in the paper the editor added this:— How happily extremes do meet In Jane and Ebenezer ; She’s no longer sour but sweet And he’s a Lemon squeezer.