Goshen Central High School - Yearbook (Goshen, NY)

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]() THE PIONEER, Although we agree that a little fun is not wrong, still we would advise you against too much, as we lind it is not conducive to such scholarship as we wish you to attaiu. All those childish tricks which we have noticed on your part during the past year will have to be given up when you become Seniors. Some of you are inclined to use “ponies” in Latin translations. For your dear sakes we have tried the experiment in order to advise you about it. We have found that when one gets accustomed to trotting with a “pony” you have to go at a snail’s pace when you have left it home. Make an earnest effort to get along without the use of helps, next year. In interscholastic contests, maintain the record that Goshen has made, following the example of certain of us Seniors, thereby preserving the honor of the school. With best wishes for your success, The Class of 1913. C. II. L., ’13. Pres. The Organization of a German Club. A German Club, composed of members of the second and third year German classes, was organized this year in the Goshen High School, under the supervision of Miss Taylor. The following officers were elected: Charles Lynch, President. Anna Strong, Vice-President. Abram Clark, Secretary. Clara Sutherland, Treasurer. The first action of the club was a German lunch, held one noon in the School library. The menu consisted of only German dishes, excepting the drink, of course. Committees were appointed to arrange the weekly programs of entertainments. The only one on record is another lunch, but in picnic style, held in the rear of the Erie Street School. The attendance at the meetings is steadily increasing and gieat achievements are hoped for from the undergraduate members. J. M. II., ’13. The Class Will. We, the class of 191.'!, while still in possession of the soundest minds ever manufactured by Goshen High, do declare this to be our last will and testament. We are about to depart from the life which you must lead for yet another year, but before we go, we generously scatter among you such suitable gifts as we deem necessary and acceptable, namely: To Reginald aldo, we bequeath some of our dignity which is an essential to his high position, also a jointed fishing rod which is easily unjointed, being especially adapted for Sabbath fishing. To Mary Fitchie, we grant the sole privilege ol being Jay Entee’s leading lady, both in and out of his plays. She has the good wishes of the entire class. To Alice Dayton we give the honor of being the only “Countess” ever educated in Goshen High, and also the privilege of winning the gold medal for prize speaking next year. To Bertha Bookstaver, the treasurer, we give the authority of collecting the dues from the members of the class, and we hope they may be as plentiful as the dew of the heavens. To Anna Brown, we bequeath an individual looking-glass, in order that the other girls might have a chance at the public one. Also the advice, “If your hair be-cometh unruly—cast it from thee.” For Louise Coleman, the singer of the class, we have manufactured a chin sup-

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THE PIONEER. 9 informed me that the three chums who, on almost any afternoon, could be seen walking together on Main Street of Goshen at 3:30 in 1913, were now instructors in the I'niversity. Being rather pressed for time, Charles and I congratulated them on their success and departed. We rode to a beautiful residence on the outskirts of the city and my surprise as we stopped here was soon overcome by the joy of seeing my old pal “Chick” of the days gone by, sitting beside his spouse on the porch. He was now known as Justice Coleman of the Supreme Court. lie also deserved congratulations and we soon left him to his “happiness,” by his side. Next we visited a large stock farm of which Moses Rowe was “the Boss.” Mose was very happy and proud of his success and so were we. Leaving here, we visited another farm, the largest dairy farm in the state. The owner’s name was “Smythe,” who had taken for a bride our studious friend Eva Galloway. We always knew she wouldn’t remain single very long. Now we motored back to the city and visited a well furnished office. While waiting here, another visitor entered and I recognized another class mate, Agnes Alton. She informed me that she was at the head of a Charitable Institution and that she was here on business. Just then, in stepped Hen Merritt, and again there was an old time chat. He was now a powerful politician, being the leader of the great party to which he had always belonged. We next drove down an avenue and stopped at a well kept place. Here was Mary Leonard, living a quiet life, after lee turing for many years on that popular topic, “Concentration of the Mind.” I thought 1 had seen all of my classmates now but Charles found that there was still Charlotte Seacord. Instead of its being a fine residence as I expected, it was an office we went to. There sat Charlotte, busy at work. Her office was a political one and she had obtained it through “Votes for Women.” At last 1 had seen all my old friends and Charles was suggesting that I spend the night with him when I felt a splash of cold water on my face and came to my senses again, to find myself lying on the ground near first base, rather embarrssed at having caused so much excitement, but I had found out what I wished to, the whereabouts of my class mates a quarter of a century hence. So you see that G. II. S. has kept up its reputation by turning out another class of smart, successful men and women. Let us hope that other classes will be as successful as ours. R. C. R., ’13. Junior Charge. Dear Juniors: For many years it has been customary for the Seniors to give a few words of wisdom and counsel to the Juniors, before our parting from the school makes it necessary for you to fight for yourselves, without our example to follow. It has also been the custom for the Juniors to receive this advice good naturedly, as one of the penalties for being a Junior. Next term you will occupy seats further to the rear of the study hall than you have heretofore. We know from experience that there will arise many temptations for you little Juniors to do things which are not in accordance with the dignity of a Senior.

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THE PIONEER. 11 porter to be used during chapel for the purpose of steadying her chin, while attempting to reach the high notes. We grant her the privilege of studying, unmolested, her favorite saint. To Katherine Doremus, we leave the pleasure of riding to Orange Lake with Frank, “but don’t go near the water.” To Hannah Brown, we leave the request that she originate a new shade, “Hannah Brown.” “Alice Blue,” “Helen Pink” and “Nell Rose” are rather trying to some complexions. To Sarah Horan, we leave a hit of advice—It is more profitable in the end to spend noon hours in study, rather than sitting in the Park with her friend or even going to Middletown. We have found this out by experience. To Edith Nash, we bequeath a very desirable position of stenographer in Seigel-Cooper’s, Denton, N. Y. To Donald Parker, we give the exclusive right of setting dates with foreigners as well as Americans. To Ralph Pemhleton, we leave the gentle reminder that ladies should not adorn themselves in gentlemen’s attire. Also the privilege of playing “Good-Night Nurse” on his violin, when the solid doors of dear old G. II. S. have been closed to us forever. To Philina Young, we extend our sincere regrets that she is not a Senior with us but we give her the honor of being the valedictorian of next year’s class. To Emily Pemhleton, we leave a clear path for her to do wonders in the way of public speaking next year. We further grant her the position of honorary President of the “Knockers Club.” To Franklin Sehriver, the next “Bull Moose” President, we bequeath a book on “How to Speak in Public” and “Present Day Politics,” in order that he may prepare for the great future in store for him. To Marjorie Thompson, the class boss, a book of new jokes, is bequeathed, to tell the fellows. To Karl Wehinger, “Windy,” we leave the position of reporter for next year’s Pioneer, with an increase of salary. To Elizabeth Slmrts we leave a suitable sum to be loaned by “A. G. S.,” for sodas at Ackley’s. To Clara Sutherland we do bequeath a bottle of “soothing syrup” for her nerves, to be taken before and during carriage or auto rides. To Elting France we leave a book on “Fancy Steps in Dancing,” and the right to smile once in a while, if he feels like it. Class of 11)13. Athletics. The year of 11)13 will long be remembered by the members of the track team and every member of the High School, who lias a spark of school spirit. For it was in that year on May 30th, that the Goshen team succeeded in winning six gold medals, two silver medals and one bronze medal. William Welsh and Charles Coleman made eighteen points apiece and were tied with Lubin of Middletown, for the individual honor and point cup. The Athletic Association decided to give each of the three contestants a silver cup. William Welsh, with Goshen High School to back him up, succeeded in breaking the discus record of 130 feet, raising it to 135 feet 5 inches. It is something to be proud of and it is hoped that it will remain so for some time, as it is the only record held by a Goshen athlete. Welsh also won the hammer throw with a heave