Goshen Central High School - Yearbook (Goshen, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 48 of the 1916 volume:

GOSHEN HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY, 1015-1U1O M. S. Smith...... ALICE M. PORTER . . . LOU M. BUCKLYN -- SARAH VAN SHAICK . E. WHITTIMORE --- N. ELIZABETH MOULD MILDRED SCOTT --- MRS. CROUCH ..... SARAH KELLOGG . . . . . Supervising Principal . . Preceptress, German ............... English .... Algebra and Latin .... Algebra and Latin Science and Mathematics ............... History ............ Commercial ..... Teacher Training JOHN B. SWEZBY AARON V. D. WALLACE Boa. 1 oj Education JOSEPH MERRITT, President JOHN L. CUMMINS WILLIAM S. DAYTON Officers JOSEPH MERRITT. President FRANK J. EDWARDS, Clerk w- A- WELLS, Treasurer M. C. SMITH. Library Clerk HARRY B. SMITH, Collector. GEO. F. RUSSELL, Attendance Officer SENIOR ( LASS THE PIONEER Vol. 12 Goshen High School, Goshen, N. Y., June, 1914 Price 25 Cents STAFF HAROLD HOUSTON. Editor-in-Chief HAROLD GILLESPIE, Business Manager. HELEN DURLAND, Ass’t Editor. INTRODUCTION ANI) GREETING. Another school year has passed. Once again a class has attained that rank which entitles its members to the honored position of Seniors. As a climax to our High School life, and as a remembrance in future years, our class presents this twelfth edition of the “Pioneer. We have worked hard in our studies during the past year and have endeavored to make our school life more pleasant by an occasional social gathering. The spirit of friendship and co-operation has been cultivated to a greater extent than formerly and. if we have been the means of creating a better or more deeply rooted school spirit, we are sincerely glad. We are grateful to all, who have in any way aided us, and to all who have been interested in our class. To our teachers especially do we owe much for their untiring efforts to make us winners when perhaps, we at times seemed indifferent or unappreciative. To the public, to our friends and patrons we, the Class of ’16, extend our most hearty greetings. EDITOR. CALENDAR. Baccalaureate Sermon, Methodist Church, June 25. Junior-Senior Picnic. June 30. Graduation Exercises, Auditorium, June 28. Alumni Reception, June 27. ALICE GOTT HARRY MARSTON FLORENCE HINCHMAN WARREN SAYER HAROLD HOUSTON CHRISTINE MAKUEN SENIOR CLASS ROLL President EMILY PEMBLETON Vice-President ANNE SUTHERLAND Secretary HAROLD GILLESPIE Treasurer SARAH LOCKWOOD Editor HOWARD MANCHESTER ELLEN COATES WILLIAM EHLERS JANET COATES HELEN DURLAND HERMAN FRANCE MILDRED TAFT ALTA TOEPP CHARLES NOLAN MURRAY THOMPSON 4 THE PIONEER GLASS POEM A teacher said to a faculty friend, “Just look at the class of ’16, We’re sorry their brilliant career is to end. They’re the finest class we have seen.” The class boasts a president wise and good. She shone in the Senior Class play. Talk about acting!—she certainly could. She’s a perfect wonder they say. From Golden Hill comes Harry M., Who wallops the tennis ball. As a hustling vice-president he’s a gem. But he frisks in the study hall. Their band contains a secretary, Florence M. Hinchman, by name. She writes many stories bright and airy. And some day will be known to fame. In a nice big black “flivver’’ from Unionville way Comes treasurer. Warren S. He treats the whole high school to gum. they say. But no one objects, we guess. Janet was Mrs. Billetdoux In the play of the Senior Class; She’s also a cut up, a suffragette, too. Now, what do you think of that lass? The editor of this “Pioneer’’ Is Houston, the shining light. He’s great in athletics (Let’s give him a cheer). And as Smith in the play was just right. Next comes Christine, the bright valedic. Who won a D. A. R. prize. As Miss Juliette Smith she sure was quite “chic” And made us all open our eyes. In this school of ours there’s a girls track team. Whose captain is Ellen Coates. From things that have happened it surely would seem That on a front seat she dotes. Harold Gillespie, known better as “Glue,” Is a dancer of some renown. As an actor also some credit is due. But he plays baseball like a clown. Chester sends to us Mildred Taft. We wonder if she’s kin to “Billy.” When we asked her, why, she only laughed. And said, “Why, aren’t you silly!” THE PIONEER 5 A cute little lad with curly black hair, Is Herman W. France. He talks at each class meeting, rainy or fair, Until we're all ready to prance. Mechanicstown gives to us Alta Toepp. (She arrives in a trolley car). In Geometry problems she well can cope And in Caesar they say she’s a star. There is a girl with dimples two. Who was “Julia” the cute little maid. That she was an actress is perfectly true. She put Marguerite Clark in the shade. Manchester is a husky lad, He can put the shot a mile. Throwing the hammer is also a fad, He can throw it from Hudson to Nile. A new comer to the noble tribe Is Charles Aloysuis Nolan. A knowledge of French he loves to imbibe. Suppose his French book was stolen! Another one of the great athletes Is William, known better as “Pop.” He helps them to score in the class track meets, And brings them up on the top. That funny cook lady in “Why Smith Left Home” Was Helen, of D. A. R. fame, And we think, that as over life's pathway she’ll roam, As a reformer she’ll make a great name. A girl who giggles most all the time Is Sarah (or Rose in the play). About here it's hard to make a good rhyme; But she's a mighty nice girl they all say. Now don't you acree with us, faculty friend, In praising that class of ’16? We wish them all success without end, And may they by fame be seen. F. M. H. '16 A. S. G. '16 6 THE PIONEER Our honored President, Alice Gott, started her education at Miss Gedney's private school. Due to her exceptional knowledge she was allowed to skip the eighth grade. She has attained great executive ability in conducting the numerous Senior meetings. Warren, Sayer, who drives his car in from West-town every day, has had the important job of keeping Miss Kellogg’s proteges in good humor for the last two years. Incidentally he has had charge of the vast amount of money belonging to the class. Shortly after shedding h curls, Harry Marston entered the public school. Upon seeing a teacher the first time he became frightened that he made bee-line for home and as result has grown scarcel more than an inch a year Like our President, our Vice- President, also sk the eighth grade. He been prominent in athletics, both in tennis and on the track team. Ellen Coates became a member of the fifth grade in the Noah Webster. She has been exceedingly industrious ever since, so industrious, in fact, that she now holds down a front seat. Recently her ambitions turned toward athletics, when she was elected captain of the girls’ track team. Our Secretary, Florence Hinchman, started her education under the instruction of private teachers. Since then she has been a student of which G. H. S. has been proud. She likes her studies very much, so in order never to miss any precious moments from recitation she always is present on time. Harold Gillespie has been busy, very busy, of late in hunting up ads for the Pioneer. He is especially skillful in throwing notes. Perhaps he acquired this skill in playing baseball. THE PIONEER 7 Janet Coates has progressed through the various and laborious stages of High School until she now holds the honored position as member of the Senior Class of '16. She is very fond of putting on book covers, or anything else relating to “glue. Howard Manchester, our great weight thrower, before coming to Goshen attended several schools in different parts of the State, so you see he is a man of |j wide experience. William Ehlers, better known as “Pop, has always attended a school of high standard, for he has studied in the Goshen institutions of learning. During his last year he has been a tower of strength to the track team. Mildren’s Taft's home is1 in the renowned hamlet of Chester, where she formerly went to school. We do not think she is any relation to the Honorable Billy, but she is fully as fond of exercise as he. Anne Sutherland, one of our members, started upon the path to knowledge in the primary and has since been with us on our way to graduation. She (as Julia) caused so much trouble in the Smith family. Herman France, after attending school in California and Massachusetts, came to Goshen. He has always had a high scholastic record in his class. He has spent much time in H. S. debates and mock trials. We wish him great success as a mechanical engineer. 8 THE PIONEER Christine Makuen has been very prominent in High School affairs. Through H. S. she has been at the head of her class and now holds the coveted position as valedictorian. Harold Houston, the good natured president of the student body, is one of our class members, of whom we are proud. He has taken active interest and part In all school affairs, especially in athletics. Charles Nolan having come to us from Hartford High became a member of our class in the beginning of the school year. He has studied in several schools, but finally decided upon old Goshen High as the best place to finish his High School education. Sarah Lockwood nearly became implicated in a tragedy early in the spring, for she (as Rose) fell in love at first sight. Fortunately she recovered and has been studying hard the latter part of the year. Helen Durland, the assistant editor, has been a very busy member of our class. She has spent her entire school life as a student in the Goshen schools. Although the girls' track team did not have a chance to show its ability, we are sure it would have come home with flying colors, for with Helen Durland as manager it could hardly have been otherwise. Our classmate, Murray Thompson, has gained much prominence on the baseball field, as a pitcher. He has obtained his entire High School education in Goshen and is now a member of our Class of 16. THE PIONEER 9 THE CLASS PROPHECY. The other day, when we Seniors were having a meeting, we heard a terrible noise in the Chemistry Laboratory. Rushing in, we found one of our members lying unconscious on the floor. He had remained in the laboratory, wishing to make an experiment with hydrocaroxletic gas, while we parleyed at a meeting. But, when we looked at the bottle that he had used, we found he had made a mistake, and had experimented with “futurprophecying ether While we stood wondering how to revive him, he commenced to murmur, and to our surprise he began talking about us. “Why, Harold Houston, you, married! I thought you told me once that you intended to keep ‘Bachelor’s Hall. Well, old man, I can’t blame you much! And how fine your farm looks! I see your knowledge of scientific management has made you the most prosperous farmer in the community. ’ “Well, of all things, Alice Gott, I never expected to see you singing in the largest church in the city. But then, you always did sing wonderfully well. What? You sing for Victor Records, too! If this doesn’t take the cake! I never thought you would do anything so tame. I expected to see you in the movies or on the stage.’’ “I hear the President of the United States rise to his feet and address the members of his Cabinet, ‘Gentlemen, the great war is over. I wish to appoint Harry Marston as ambassador to Germany, which, contrary to my expectations, is still on the map. Does this meet with your approval?’ Not a dissenting voice is raised. ' “Isn’t she sweet! A dear, gray-haired, old maid fondling a black pussy cat with a squawking parrot just over her head! Of all things, Janet Coates, did you never marry? I see you have found time to paint as well as to teach domestic science. Why. are you a fashion designer, too? What funny styles! Are they for 1950?’’ “Toot! Toot! Honk! Honk! Oh, is that a Ford? How funny! ‘For Training Class Girls Only!’ That probably explains the absence of masculinity. Oh, there’s a man! He’s running it! Who in the world can it be? Warren Sayer. as big as life, and at the same old business of taking the bonnie girls of Orange County out sky-larking! Well, I do declare!” “Listen! Didn’t I hear some one say, ‘Now, put the eggs in! Why, you have peppered this twice!’ Yes. I am sure I know that voice. Why, of course, it is Sarah Lockwood, giving instructions to a lot of (still green) pupils in domestic science.” “That’s true. William Ehlers, a rolling stone gathers no moss. When you get a good job, stick to it, and what could be better than forever to deal out ‘sweets to the sweet?’ ” “Click! Click Clickety click! Who can that be making so much noise? Well, if it isn't Christine Makuen, (who was our class valedict) private secretary for the Governor of New York State! Well, well, did you say that the governor goes to you for advice concerning governmental affairs— and that you two are working out a complete plan for the reform of civil service? Why, that’s so, you won a prize for an essay on “Civil Service Reform” once, didn’t you?” “I see rising before me a gorgeous mountain peak. What a beautiful place, but what misery, poverty and distress among the mountain people! How much they need the ministry of helping hands. Ah! there she comes, the angel of the Kentucky Mountains, beloved by all for her noble deeds. As she draws nearer—what! No, it cannot be! But, yes, it is—Helen Durland! Who would have dreamed of such a thing, and yet. it is fitting after all.” “My goodness! Is that Charles Nolan with that doctor’s case? What is he trying to bring back to life, a man, or a horse? I’ll go nearer and investigate! A man! Who would have thought it? Guess I will have to get sick!” “ ‘Gentlemen of the Jury, I leave this woman in your hands. She has done wrong, but who can blame her for poisoning that dog. which was slowly winning her husband’s affection to the utter forgetfulness of her, his own wife?’ Whose voice is that, vibrant with feeling, which rings out from the crowded court room? Oh! here’s the name on an office door. ‘Ellen W. Coates, lawyer, (who never loses a case).’ ” “Hello! Howard, old boy, who would have thought you would get tired of winning all the track events, and would go to prize fighting! Well, he (or she) does have to be of some size to knock you out!” “What! Do my eyes deceive me? Say, who is that over there? She—she—is just going in that old shack with all those dirty youngsters around her! Florence Hinchman? Why, Florence, no wonder I thought I couldn’t see straight! To find you in this kind of work! After all. it is like you to give up your life for others.” “This is a strange looking building! Just read this! ‘Big Opening Night of the Superior New York Cafe! All movies guaranteed to be original 10 THE PIONEER productions! Harold Gillespie, sole owner, proprietor, producer and star!’ for goodness sake, that’s what you’d call ‘Four in One?’ How does he manage it all?” “ ‘Now girls, stop your giggling. Brownie leave this room, immediately, and remain an hour after school! Hilda, where is Africa?’ Ha! Ha! Sounds like old times! Who can the teacher be? Now, I know, it is Mildred Taft trying to lead the rising generation of Sugar Loaf to heights of knowledge.” ” ‘Tonight at the Central will be given a lecture on ‘The Advancement of the Monkey Race,’ by Professor Herman Willard France, President of the Mechanical E-Lecture-Neering University. Admission $2.00! My! That sound good, and, if I’m not mistaken, that’s my old schoolmate ‘Bunn.’ ” ‘‘Hello! John Wanamaker’s, hey? See that crowd around the window! Let me get a peek! Well, of all things! Anne Sutherland. But why is she turning and turning like a merry-go-round? Oh! I see, she is letting that crowd of women examine her costume at every angle. She’s what you call, ‘A Living Model.’ ” ‘‘Oh! Oh! See that runaway. He will be killed!—Stop them! Stop them! Look at that milk spilled all over the road! Why, it’s some young farmer taking his morning’s milk to the creamery, and, as true as I live, it is Murray Thompson.” ‘‘See that girl! I believe It is Alta Toepp! But what a crowrd of youngsters around her. They are all so small too! What kind of a place can it be? Why, of course, any one should know that it is a kindergarten and Alta Toepp is manager, teacher and friend as well. How lovely!” “Emily Pembleton, how can you do so much? I should think it would be hard enough to teach school, without trying to be an elocutionist and also to sing at all of Mrs. Harriman’s social affairs! You have many talents but try to choose one, and develop it well.” “What’s the matter? Where am I? Why are you laughing? Oh—I’m cold! Tell me what I’ve been doing!” Simultaneously the Senior Class with much laughter replied, “Ho! Ho! that futurprophecying ether was too much for you! You have told us not only our future but your own as well. It took Miss Mould to revive you with that neutralization powder mixed in a pail of cold water. Many thinks for your prophetic vision.” H. V. D. and C. M. CLASS WILL. Being about to depart forever from Goshen High School, we hereby make our Last Will and Testament, to which we affix our seals this 20th day of June. To the honored President of the Junior Class, Harry Durland, we leave a seat in the study hall where he can talk without being heard. To their Vice-President, Henry Hansen, we leave an excuse for absence good for three hundred and sixty-five days in the year. To Elizabeth Phillips, the Secretary and Treasurer. a mortgage on the Physics Laboratory, also a “Trailer” to fasten on her automobile to accommodate all friends. To Lucie Wallace, the advice that she shouldn’t attempt to get the teachers’ goats. To Elsie Rutan, the honor of being the best dancer in her class. To Harold Knapp the opportunity of taking “Her” to all future “Frat” dances. To Eleanor Pise, we leave all the honors of the Class of ’17, also our permission to pass her Regents’ Exams, over one hundred per cent. To Harold Jackson, an unbreakable mirror. (We don’t wish him any bad luck). To “Junior” Kingsland, a straight-jacket to keep him in his seat during study periods. We don’t approve of so much running around. To Gladys Carvey, a censor to O. K. (or not) the books she reads. To Millard Strack, a new method of passing notes, so he won’t have to get the ink so often. To Edith Ehlers, the difficult task of keeping up life in the study hall when we leave. To Joseph Gerow, their celebrity, a caretaker for all the bouquets at ball games. To Nina Vogel, a muzzle to keep her from biting. To Helen Seeley, an American History prompter. To Philip Wilcox, we bequeath all the Elizabeths in school. To Bob Lewis, a portable shoe shiner so he won’t have to go down town every five minutes. To Natalie Scott, we leave a rear seat in the study hall, so she won’t obstruct anyones view of Miss Porter (also conversely). Last, but not least, we leave the Faculty a dictaphone so that it may feel able to leave the study hall once in a while with a clear conscience. E. C. ’16 H. M. ’16 NAME Title Favorite Diversion Favorite Topic of Conversation Ambition Future Occupation Favorite Expression A. S. GOTT “Pat” Practicing on the mandolin Egghead” To win a Phi Beta Kappa Key Actress Oh! Lawks! W. R. SAYER “Westie” Running a Ford Training Class girls To raise a moustache Furnishing gum for G. H. S. I’m sorry F. M. HINCHMAN “Peggy” Reading College To talk louldy in Latin Social worker Pickles! C. A. NOLAN “Can” Timer of track team French To rival Virgil as a poet Doctor Very good, Eddie! H. V. DURLAND “Darling” Teasing Pinochle To convert the heathen Missionary Jimminy Crickets! H. A. GILLESPIE “Glue” Writing notes “Ads.” To get in bed by nine Gentleman of leisure Oh! for goodness sake J. W. COATES “Dennis” Passing notes Getting rid of school nuisance To have fun in study hall Teaching parots to swear Zowie! H. R. MANCHESTER •Cutie” Digesting the periodical table Deutsch and wrestling To fish forever Chemist For the Love of Mike! A. M. SUTHERLAND “Dimples” Giggling Dances To be an old maid Keeping house You get outa here! H. G. MARSTON Dick” Making a noise Those awful girls Ain’t got none Minister Oh! Storks! S. H. LOCKWOOD “Mike” Dancing Books To have curly hair Athletic instructor Potato—Potato I. H. HOUSTON “House” Writing letters (?) Cakes Anolas To be an explorer Scientific farmer Oh. shucks! M. TAFT “Middle” Fussing with her wool —valley To climb Sugar Loar Bine Lehrerin By gravy! H. W. FRANCE “Bunn” Debating Boxing To discover a new theory Mechanical engineer Ganz gut! A. M. TOEPP “Alta” Training future citizens Catching the trolley To be a preceptress School marm By gracious! W. F. EHLERS “Pop” Annoying the one in front of him Y. M. C. A. To be a great athlete Landscape gardener You said a gob! E. W. COATES “Elsie” Decorating her school books The tardy” one To occupy a back seat Telling others how to work Curses! W. M. THOMPSON “Murray” Running a car Anything To belong to the Giants’ pitching Btaff Tiller of the soil Oh. Heck! C. MAKUEN “Teen” Going to church “Bumblebees” To be a private secretary Chief cook in the Waldorf Oh, dear! E. C. PEMBLETON E.” Walking Great singer To run an auto Teacher Well! Well! 12 THE PIONEER “THE JUNIOR CHARGE.” Dear Juniors: — “The best of things must come to an end” and so it is with our high school life. We are leaving to you the joy and responsibility of being the leaders in school activities next year, although we have serious doubts as to your capability. But before departing we wish to give you a little good advice, which we hope you will take gracefully. Whatever you do, don’t “knock. Stand up for your school, and try to help along its various projects, instead of running them down. For. people of your extreme youth are apt to be rather hard in their criticism. Then, dear Juniors, don’t sit back and wait for some one else to start things going. Because, if you don’t take the lead in school matters, who will? We have a fine building and a fine faculty, and will soon have a wonderful athletic field, making our equipment for learning, one of the best in the State. And we hope that you will uphold the fine average in scholarship made by previous Senior Classes, and, if possible, raise that average. Those coveted seats in the back of the Study Hall are very comfortable, and we earnestly hope that you will enjoy them. But, like many other good things, they are not always easy to retain. For, a back seat demands very good behavior, a thing not always found with little Juniors. And, now in closing, we, the Class of 1916, wish you,the Class of 1917, all kinds of success during the coming year. CLASS OF 1916, A. S. G., Pres. SINGULAR THINGS IN PLURALS. We’ll begin with a box and the plural is boxes. But the plural of ox should be oxen not oxes. Then one fowl is goose, but two are called geese; Yet the plural of moose should never be meese. You man find a lone mouse or a whole lot of mice, But the plural of house is houses, not hice. If the plural of man is sometimes called men. Why shouldn’t the plural of pan be called pen? The cow in the plural may be cows or kine, But bow, if repeated, is never called bine, And the plural of vow is vows, not vine; And if I speak of foot would you show me your feet, And I give you a boot, would a pair be called beet? If one is a tooth and a whole set are teeth. Why shouldn’t the plural of booth be called beeth? If the singular is this and the plural is these, Should the plural of kiss be nicknamed keese? Then one may be that and three may be those, Yet the plural of hat is never called hose. And the plural of cat is cats, not cose. We speak of brother and also of brethren, But though we say mothers we never say methren. The masculine pronouns are he, his and him, But imagine the feminine she, shis and shim. So the English, I think you all will agree, Is the most wonderful language you ever did see. —Springfield Republican. STORIES A story contest was held in the High School during May. The best story from each class is printed in the Pioneer. AN AFTERNOON’S DIVERSION. A group of young people were sitting on the shady part of the club porch, drinking cooling beverages in a vain attempt to keep cool, and amusing themselves by telling their various adventures. “Well, remarked a bronzed individual, who spent most of his time on the tennis courts, “the other day I met a man, whom I had not seen since the time I was in the Soudan. “Say, Billy, drawled a young man, “how did it happen that you left your tennis long enough to go to Africa? “I hadn’t gone in for tennis, then, old top. To return to the subject, this fellow, Monty Jacks he was called, was an Englishman and an awful snob. His only fault, too. At least we thought so. Billy paused and regarded the group thoughtfully, until his eyes caught sight of one girl, who was trying to conceal a mischievous grin. He frowned angrily at her and went on with his story. “While we were away at camp. Jacks and the rest of us discovered that someone, who had an idea that our watches, cuff-links, etc., were too much of a burden for us to carry through the jungle, had very kindly relieved us of them. Of course, we searched the natives of the party, (they didn’t have much clothing to search) and our two white guides; but we did not discover either thief or valuables. We went into the jungle, shot our game and returned. After we came to town, we had the party searched again, but with the same results. Jacks grumbled more than the rest of us over the theft and no amount of talking cheered him up. THE PIONEER 13 Billy paused and, glancing toward the girl he had frowned at. slowly closed one eye and opened it again. The girl nodded her head as if she was answering “yes' to some question. “The time soon came,” continued Billy, “for our steamer to sail and, as Monty Jacks was coming to the good old U. S., he still remained one of the party. Just as we started to board the steamer that afternoon, a fussy, little, fat man stopped us and asked in a wheezy falsetto, “I say, which ode of you fellows is Monty Jacks?” Billy paused to laugh and then went on. “Well, you should have seen Jacks beat ii up the gangway. He reminded me of a commuter running after the morning train, only a little more so. ‘Well,’ I asked, ‘what is your business with Jacks?’ ‘My business? Oh! I’m a Scotland Yard man and Jacks just made a big haul in London and got away with it.’ “Naturally, we were surprised and told ‘Mr. Scotland Yard Man' about the disappearance of our things. He grinned and said, ‘You'll get 'em back, never fear,’ and went on up the gangplank. In a few minutes we saw him returning, towing Jacks with one hand and carrying a package in the other. He gave the package to us with the remark that it probably contained our stuff, and then he went back on land again.” “Well,” gasped the others, excitedly, “did you find your things in the package?” “No.” “You didn’t? What was in the package then?” “Muzzles,” drawled Billy, “for those who bite.” The mischievous girl snickered, “I wondered how Billy would get that off on somebody. I fooled him with a story similar to that this morning.” MARIE C. HOFFMANN, '18. THIRTY MILES TO ITHACA. There was excitement in the town of Three Bridges on that beautiful June morning. Si Barns had purchased a third hand Ford runabout, (model 1906), and it was rumored that he was to start that morning with his wife, Maria, to attend the graduation of their son, Daniel, who was a student at Cornell. Many an alarm clock was set half an hour earlier than usual so that the industrious house-wife would not have to neglect any of her early morning “chores,” in order to witness the momentous departure at eight o’clock. Si and Maria were to start this early because, as Maria said, “Ithaca’s thirty miles from here, Si, and we ain’t gonna take no chances of gettin' ketched in the dark.” Therefore at precisely eight o'clock the watchers were rewarded by the sound of a mighty chug-chug and Silas appeared coming up the road from the barn. He brought his car to an abrupt stop about five yards from the “hitchin’ post,” and Maria, after traversing the muddy distance intervening, climbed into her seat, settled herself uncomfortably on the extreme edge, and held tightly to the side with her black cotton gloved hands. Silas performed certain mysterious gyrations with feet and hands, and they were off. “Si,” the stillness was broken by a quivering voice, “Ain’t yer goin' turrible fast?” “ ’Tis purty fast, Mariar. We’re a-goin’ five miles an hour. Ain't skeered, be ye?” After this conversation flagged. At about noon they stopped along the road and ate the lunch of bread and cheese which Maria had brought in a paper bag. After this meal they again climbed into the car. Si went thru the usual motions but the car failed to respond. “Wh-what’s the matter, Si?” quaveringly inquired Maria. “Blamed if I know. Mariar,” was the dubious answer. Oh, yes ” more hopefully as a brilliant thought struck him. “I clean forgot to wind the blame thing up.” After this necessary performance had been accomplished they once more managed to get started. After travelling serenely for about an hour the engine all at once stopped and the car came to a stand-still at the top of a hill. Marie ventured the opinion that perhaps it was run down” so Silas got out to see if “winding up” would do any good, but, this time, he failed to get favorable results. After a few minutes of deep meditation Si remembered that some one had told him, when the engine wouldn't start, to push the car down a hill, and, when the engine started, to jump in. So Si and Maria pushed. The plan worked so far as starting the car went, but as to jumping in------! In less time than it takes to tell the car was at the bottom of the hill, while Si and Maria were standing near the top open mouthed with horror. Upon closer examination they found that although the car seemed none the worse for her wild solitary expedition, she could not be induced to go. At last a large car. overflowing with college boys returning from a ball game, came along. “Want a tow?” they asked. 14 THE PIONEER Silas sad “Yes ,f and attaching to a long rope, Si and Maria made their impressive entrance into Ithaca. After an exciting meal with their beloved “Danie” all three walked over to inspect the car. Danie lifted the lid of the gasolene tank and said, “Why. dad, you haven’t any gasolene in here.” Si’s mouth dropped open. ‘Wal, how’d I know ye had to feed the blamed thing?’’ FLORENCE HINCHMAN, '16. OX PROBATION. Jimmy Barlow was a poor lad His father and mother had never given him the ghost of a chance. They had always abused him. beat him, and sent him out into the streets to pick up a few pennies, with which they could get some whiskey to drink. Some times Jimmy would come home without anything, and then he would have to take the consequences, a beating. As time went on. and Jimmie’s beatings became more frequent, he dreaded more and more the going home. But Jimmy was not the kind to run. He stuck it out until finally it b came almost unbearable. One night he came home without a cent. His father gave him an extra hard beating, and then shut him in a dark hole in the cellar. After two or three hours his father called him up stairs, and whispered something in his ear. He began to protest. but he saw the look on his father’s face, and became silent. In about an hour Jimmy sneaked out of the back door, found the house his father had indicated, climbed quietly through the window’, and stole some money. Many times after that his father made him go out and steal. After' a few times it became easier, and finally it grew into a habit. Then one day his father died. A few weeks after this his mother also died. Jimmy felt sorry for a time, but after all it wasn't such a serious loss to him; so he just w’ent on in the same old path that his father had forced him into, for now’ it was a habit. As time went on Jimmy grew worse and w’orse, stole more and more, until finally he became a thoroughly bad character. But. even if he was a thief, he had a heart. He often gave money to help some poor fellow’ in trouble, or to aid some one who was sick or in need. By doing this he was constantly out of money, w'hich made him steal more often. One night Jimmy forced entrance into a bank. He had just got hold of some money, and started away when two policemen grabbed him. He offered no resistance, but went quietly with them to the lock-up. The next day Jimmy wras tried in the Juvenile Court. He confessed everything, telling how he had been handicapped, and how’ his father had forced him to steal. The case was talked over and the judge decided to put him in charge of the Probation Officer. In the afternoon the Probation Officer, wfhose name was John Astor, came up to Jimmy and greeted him so heartily with a warm hand shake, that it made Jimmy feel good. “Come on in here, Jimmy,” he said, so friendly, that Jimmy did not hesitate. “Now, Jimmy, you and I are going to have a talk together. First, I want you to tell your life’s story, then I have a proposition to make you.” After Jimmy had told his story, Mr. Astor said: Well, Jimmy, that certainly was a pretty hard life, but just listen to me a minute. The law states that a young man under the age of tw’enty-one can not be named as a criminal. So, as you are only seventeen, that is one point in your favor. And now. Jimmy. I want to know if you w’ant to reform.” Upon Jimmie's answer in the affirmative, the officer went on. “I have a friend who would like to employ a bright young man as general helper in his office, and I am going to get you the job, providing you are willing. Jimmy, I w’ant you to go to night school. Study hard. lad. and see if you can’t make good. Here’s the man’s address, and there's mine. Report to me every week. Goodbye. Be good, boy.” “Good-bye, sir, I don’t know how to thank you. “Never mind the thanks, Jimmy. Good-bye. I’ll see you next week.” Two years have passed. Jimmy is now nineteen. He has worked hard and has made good. He has reported every week to the Probation Officer, and they have become warm friends. Jimmy has a responsible position in the office of a large firm and in time will be taken in as a partner. HARRY DITRLAND, '17. AN EXCITING NIGHT.” Long before and for some time during the Civil War. negroes escaped from their owners and were taken, by a way called the “Underground Railroad,” to freedom in Canada. My initiation into the secrets of this mysterious THE PIONEER 15 plan came one night during my fourteenth year. I was awakened by a loud knock at the front door, and by a voice calling, “Mr. Harmon. Mr. Harmon. I heard my parents dressing, and then my father went down and opened the door. “Here are two more, said a gruff voice. “Feed them, and take them to Mr. Setwood, and be quick about it. for, in a lower voice, “they’re on the trial. As the man rode off into the night, the visitors were taken into our kitchen, and I could hear my mother getting a hasty lunch. Once the woman began to cry. but my father promptly silenced her. With eager curiosity I quickly dressed, crept down, and peeped in at the kitchen door. Two negroes, a man and a woman, were seated at the table ravenously eating; and my father, hat in hand was pacing the floor. Lunch over, he took them to the yard, and made them lie in the bottom of the wagon. I followed and, when he had covered them writh hay. and was taking the reins I stepped out of the shadows and said: “Father, mayn’t I go too? “You. Albert, he said, “you are too young. “I can sit on the back and watch for pursuers, I said, and so he consented. After a time I heard hoofbeats on the road behind. “They are coming, father, I sang out. “So soon? he said. “Well, our only hope is to make Carter’s Lane. Carter’s Lane! Well did I know the place! A man had once been found there murdered, and no one knows who he was. He had been buried in this lane, and as we turned in there T shuddered. After racing his horses about half a minute, father pulled up, rushed to the side of the wagon and fairly dragged the negroes out, and off to the side of the road. After striking a match he pulled open a door cleverly concealed by the thick bushes along the road. The light disclosed a small room containing some boxes, food, beds, and a few articles of clothing. Hastily pushing the terrified negroes in he said: “Mr. Setwood will call for you in the morning. Quickly shutting the door, he rushed for the wagon, and drove back to the main road. Just as we had nicely started along this road a body of horsemen came up. “Seen any niggers? they asked, and not waiting for a reply, searched the wagon. It was entirely empty, for the straw had had been left in the dug-out with the negroes. Finding no clues, the men raved and swore for a while and then rode off, not even seeing the entrance to the lane. Reaching home father sent a messenger to Mr. Setwood, telling where the negroes were hidden, and we learned that he found them the next day, and took them over his section of the “Road. After that I saw many fleeing negroes at our house, but not all found the railroad as safe as these had. Father always said that those two were saved because it was my initiation night. CHARLOTTE DANN, '19. MARYS LITTLE COLD. Mary had a little cold That started in her head. And everywhere that Mary went That cold was sure to spread. It followed her to school one day (There wasn’t any rule) It made the children cough and sneeze To have that cold in school. The teacher tried to drive it out; She tried hard, but—kerchoo! It didn’t do a bit of good, For the teacher caught it, too. “Harold, what are you studying now? asked Mrs. Gillespie. “We are taking up the subject of molecules, answered her son. “I hope you will be very attentive, and practice constantly. said his mother. “I tried to get your father to wear one, but he could not keep it in his eye. AN ODE: In a parlor there were three, A pretty maid, a light and he. Two are a company without a dout. And so the little light went out. Howard: — (At the window): “O ma, an auto- mobile just went by as big as a barn. His Mother:—“Howard, why do you exaggerate so? I’ve told you a million times about that habit of yours, and it doesn’t seem to do a bit of good. Bob:—After washing my face. I look in the mirror to see if its clean, don’t you? Millard:—Don’t have to. I look at the towel. 16 THE PIONEER Jt'MOH CLASS ROLL. HARRY DURLAND President HENRY HANSEN Vice-President ELIZABETH PHILLIPS Secretary and Treasurer HAROLD KNAPP LUCIE WALLACE HAROLD JACKSON ELEANOR PISE PHILIP WILCOX ELSIE RUTAN NATALIE SCOTT ROBERT LEWIS GLADYS GARVEY REPLY TO SENIORS CHARGE. “The best of things must come to an end.’ This seems very true, as our beloved superiors, the Seniors of the class of 1916, are about to depart. However, by the time that the year 1917 rolls around, we shall be old and dignified enough to take all the responsibilities, as well as joys, of being Seniors, upon our “broad” shoulders. WTe earnestly thank you for all the good and wise advice, which you have so kindly offered and we, “the little Juniors,” faithfully promise to heed every word of it, because, it came from the “old and wise Seniors.” We are very proud of our building and faculty, especially the faculty, and we promise to honor and adore them, as you always have. Dear Seniors, as we look back and see how nobly and honorably you have carried yourselves through the four long years of High School life, we cannot help but take you as an example, and try to reach as high, or even a higher standard than you have reached. As to the back seats, which every one looks forward to, (or backward to, I should say) we especially hold to hold. For. dear Seniors, not one of the “dear little Juniors” has had a seat changed. But, as it is now. four of the little angels of the Senior Class, faithfully hold their post in the front of the room, besides some of the “Freshies.” And now, as you are about to leave this dear old High, we wish you the best of success. But, don’t let your ambition in life be, to get a back seat, as in the High School. Get a front seat and keep it. CLASS OF ’17, H. L. D., Pres. FOR HIRE:—Quartet composed of Bob Lewis, bass, and Maurice Hubbard, tenor—other members missing. TRACK TEAM THE PIONEER 19 TRAINING CLASS Members of Class 1910 ANNA B. CRANS ESTHER BEAMS KATHRYN BIRCH BERTHA A. BOOKSTAVER ANNA BROWN BESS R. DALTON ALICE E. DAYTON HELEN DINIEN HELEN DUNNING ELMA M. EARL BLANCHE FARQUHAR RUTH C. HANLON SARA F. HEATON RUTH LINDSLEY MILLICENT M. LAIN LOUISE E. MACKENROTH NELLIE O’BRIEN EMILY C. PBMBLETON HELEN M. RIDER JENNIE M. ROWE ISABELLE SATTERLY MARION SHERIDAN LUELLA E. THOMPSON IDA K. VAN DEWATER Class Officers. RUTH C. HANLON President HELEN DUNNING Vice-President ESTHER BEAMS Secretary BERTHA BOOKSTAVER Treasurer BIRDS. This last year great interest has been taken in birds. In all the grades Audubon Societies have been formed. In this way the pupils have been induced to observe nature more keenly. In the winter the boys of the several grades made bird houses, for which Millard Snow. Henry Hopkins and Linton Foster each received a prize for the best made houses. THE Y. W. C. A. During the past year the girls belonging to the Y. W. C. A., of the Goshen High School, have met in the laboratory every Tuesday. This year has been a most successful one for the group. The organization started well by choosing the right sort of officers. Florence Lewis was chosen president; Ethel Seely, vice-president, and Katherine Egbertson secretary. They also chose competent leaders for the four serving teams into which the Y. W. C. A. was divided. During the year three very enjoyable entertainments stand out in our memory. We had a union meeting wfith the Y. M. C. A. in February, celebrating Washington’s Birthday. Many patriotic songs were sung, there were appropriate speeches and we took home little booklets with the signatures of those present as souvenirs. On March 14th the girls were treated unusually well. Miss Jeanne Tier entertained with recitations, first giving us pathetic and then humorous selections. Miss Parker’s share in the entertainment was the rendering of some delightful songs. On May 16th the girls went outdoors and played games as long as the time permitted. This was a change from the usual form of entertainment and was most acceptable. During the year the girls have had a speaker almost every week. Of these, perhaps those which made the greatest impression were: “Character Building for Girls,” by Mrs. Knox, of Warwick; “Seeking True Values,” by Mrs. Dann and a series of talks by Mr. Wilcox. The titles of Mr. Wilcox’s talks were: “The Road to Self-Knowledge,” “The Road to Self-Reverence,” and “Self-Control.” These talks were brimful of big thoughts and high ideals and are well worth thinking over. At the close of the year as the girls look back over the meetings and recollect the fine thoughts they have received and the lofty ideals they have gained, they feel that this organization has certainly been successful. To Miss Mould, Miss Gerow and Mr. Wilcox, who have worked so earnestly and planned so carefully that the Y. W. C. A. might have the best standards and ideals, we are full of gratitude. In this past year, nothing has been of more value to us than these noon meetings for they have broadened our visions, raised our standards and made us more worthy for the struggles that await us in the great world outside. A. M. T. 16. PATENTED:—My Poses. H. W. FRANCE. 20 THE PIONEER ATHLETIC TRACK HISTORY The year 1916 has not been very successful for G. H. S. track athletics, owing to the lack of seasoned material. Early in the season at a meeting of the student body Harry Marston was chosen manager of the track team, and at the first meeting of the track candidates Harold Houston was elected captain. As soon as possible the aspirants to the team began training out of doors each one hoping that to him would fall the honor of winning one or more places in the O. C. I. A. A. meet. The first test of the team’s ability came on May 20th at New York Military Academy. The only places taken by Goshen were seconds in the shot put and half-mile, making six points altogether. The O. C. I. A. A. meet, which was held May 20th at the Historic Track, was then trained for in earnest. All the events went ofT smoothly, with no serious accidents. Middletown took first place, with Newburgh second. Port Jervis a close third and Monroe 4th, and G. H. S. fifth. The point winners in the meet with points made by each are as follows: L. Tuthill .................. 5 H. Houston .................. 2 H. Marston .................. l W. Ehlers ................... 2 H. Manchester ................. 5 H. R. M. '16. 15 BASE BALL Early in March nominations for manager of the baseball team were called for and two days later a meeting of the Student Body was called to elect one of the nominees. J. Millard Strack was elected, the entire Student Body assuring him of their support. Two weeks later a meeting of all the possible candidates was called to elect a captain. To this honorable position they elected Raymond Richner. The team is composed this year almost entirely of new material, in fact only two of last year’s players remain and in the beginning not much enthusiasm was shown. The first game of the season wras played with Middletown at that place and much to their surprise and much to Goshen’s also, we beat them by a score of 2-0. The next game was with Middletown at Goshen and again our “recruits” beat the “Invincibles, this time by a score of 8-6. We then journeyed to Monroe and up to Mackenzie’s Prep. School. This was the closest and most exciting game of the season, but in the ninth, with the score 10-10, Goshen scored a run on a disputed play and the game ended, much to our regret, in a disagreement. Our next game was with Middletown at that place and this time we met our first defeat of the season, owing to a lack of practice, by a score of THE PIONEER 21 6-1. but the following Wednesday Middletown came to Goshen and we reversed the score in our favor, 7-6. The game was most exciting as Middletown was ahead 6-3 in the ninth and two out, when Goshen scored the winning runs, thus ending the series with Middletown. The team’s line-up is as follows: Raymond Richner, catcher. Joseph Gerow, pitcher. , Harold Gillespie, first base. Raymond Seaman, second base. W’illiam Clark, short stop. Millard Strack, third base. Clifford Morvin, left field. Henry Hansen, center field. Everett Peat, right field. Harold Knapp, substitute. Y. M. C. A. In company with the various other activities of our school, the boys’ Y. M. C. A. Noon Group is completing its course for this school year. Beginning in early fall, meetings have been held one noon each week with a regular attendance of over twenty high school boys, eighty per cent, of whom are from the farms. The group was first organized by County Secretary Z. L. Wilcox, under whose leadership it has continued. The general program has consisted of a luncheon served by a committee of the members, followed by outdoor games or a talk by an invited guest. The latter feature has been especially educating and inspiring. Many splendid talks by both business and professional men have been enjoyed. During the last school term, alternating with regular speakers, a series of discussions on ethics have been in charge of Rev. C. A. Dann. Though space is not used here to name our speakers, benefactors and others who have contributed to the success and pleasure of the year’s work, we wish to again extend to them our hearty appreciation. Our club was represented at the big Rochester State Convention, December 1-3, by four delegates. On February 17th, a union meeting of the girls’ and boys’ groups, similar to last year’s, was held in the auditorium, with over eighty present. After refreshments, patriotic speeches and songs in celebration of the birthdays of Lincoln and Washington were enjoyed. Music was furnished by the Y. M. C. A. orchestra. The officers for the year have been: Herman France, President. Raymond Seaman. Vice-President. Howard Manchester, Secretary and Treasurer. We feel proudly confident that we have even surpassed the efficiency and success of previous groups, and hope our challenge may be an impetus in next year’s continuation of the good work. H. W. F. ’16. THE CHAUTAUQUA ENTERTAINMENT COURSE On February eighth, ninth and tenth, 1916, the people of Goshen enjoyed an unusual treat. The Chautauqua Entertainment Bureau of Elmira, N. Y., gave very pleasing programs, both afternoon and evening of those days. Dr. Downey, the director of the bureau, spoke each afternoon in a very interesting and instructive way on theories concerning the training of children. Dr. Turner lectured on “How to Rebuild Your Town,” Frank Stephens, a man strongly against preparedness, on “The World’s War,” and Dr. Pierson, of Swarth-. more College, gave a short, inspiring talk filled with beautiful poems anecdotes and words of wisdom. Very enjoyable musical programs were rendered by the Soiree Singers, the College Club and the Cartwright Brothers. In my opinion the most pleasant evening was spent in listening to Miss Agnes Doyle give the reading. “Peg of My Heart.” She portrayed this sweet story so charmingly that no one could be present and not be immediately captivated by her. After the last evening’s entertainment, all who had attended agreed that no more delightful week could have been passed, and hoped that at no very distant date another course of like nature might be as successfully carried out. C. M. ’16. Small Boy:—“Good flshin’?” “Yes, sir; ye go down that private road till ye come to the sign, •Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted.’ cross the field with th’ bull in it an’ you’ll see a sign. ‘No Fishing Allowed’—that’s it.” Miss Scott:—Why are the middle aged known as the dark ages? Dorothy Dougherty:—Because there were so many Knights. Teacher:—“Philip, where is Mexico?” Philip:—“On page ten of the geography. Miss.” 22 THE PIONEER 5DLETY I). A. K. ESSAY CONTEST. On the evening of March 1st in the High School Auditorium the two annual prizes, given by the Minisink Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, were awarded. The subject chosen was: “The Civil Service Reform.” A number of essays were submitted. The Glee Club sang some selected pieces which were followed by a very interesting speech by Rev. J R. Sizoo. After his address Miss Alice Hart Neafie presented the prizes which were awarded to Helen Durland and Christine Makuen. Their wras no honorable mention as Miss Neafie said, “All deserved equal praise.” On that evening a bust of George Washington was presented to the school by the Patriotic Order Sons of America, for which the school is very grateful. Each year the students look forward to the day when Minisink Chapter visits the school. S. H. L. 16. Marston:—I know a fellow who is ready to box anyone in the world for $25. Gillespie:—Who is he, a White Hope? Marston:—No, an undertaker. If Harold Houston landed in Middletown, where would Anne Sutherland? THE GOSHEN ATHLETIC FIELD. This past year has been an eventful one for the Goshen High School. Early in the spring Mr. A. S. Murray, Jr., and Dr. James C. Coleman very generously gave the tract of land in the rear of the Erie Street school, which extends to the Montgomery tracks, as seen by the accompanying illustration. According to the plans there will be a quarter-mile cinder track with a hundred yards straightaway. Inside the track there will be a splendid baseball diamond, where Goshen’s future champion teams may fight their battles. Closeby the track a spacious grand stand will be placed, to the south of which will be two tennis courts. The Field will be enclosed with trees and shrubs, which will add much to the beauty of the grounds. No one can tell to what an extent this field will benefit not only the High School, but also the town but, that great benefit will be derived from it, there can be no doubt. Once more we, the High School students, express our gratitude to those who have made possible this field. WANTED:—Our rear seats in the Study Hall. HAROLD GILLESPIE, ALICE GOTT, HARRY MARSTON, ELLEN COATES. . UPSILOX TAU SIGMA fraternity THE PIONEER 25 TENNIS.. One of our latest and most fascinating sports has been the lawn tennis. Shortly following the opening of school in September, elimination matches in tennis were played to determine the members of the team. Remembering the success of the previous year, and realizing the departure of the boy and girl champions with the Class of ’15, G. H. S. entered the field of the county’s amateur tennis for the second time. Owing to the short season, our team played only two high schools. In both cases boys’ and girls’ doubles and singles, and mixed doubles were played. The first high school we tackled was Cornwall on-Hudson. Out of six matches played at Goshen on Mr. Percy Gott’s court, each team captured three. Of the next eight matches to be played at Cornwall-on-Hudson. four went to Goshen, three to the home team, and the last was not completed. Both sides exhibited much skill in the game. The last of the season was then occupied with Monroe, who made us the first visit. Though their team was a great improvement on the previous year’s, G. H. S. had little trouble in taking four out of five matches on Mr. J. S. Phillips’ court. At Monroe, the Goshen eight also won the day with three out of five matches. The members of the team were. H. JACKSON, Mgr. L. WALLACE H. MARSTON, Capt. E. PHILLIPS J. COATES P. WILCOX E. COATES H. FRANCE Since each set of tennis games required the whole day. the home team in each case furnished refreshments, greatly increasing the social enjoyment. Owing to the kindness of friends and members of the team, all travelling was done in automobiles. H. W. F. 16 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES The Senior Class of 1916 has kept the social activities of the G. H. S. on the hum during the past year. Beginning November 1, 1915, it was arranged to have a matinee dance in the Auditorium every Friday afternoon from four until six o’clock. A Victrola furnished the music for the occasions. These dances were certainly very much of a success and were continuel until April 1. Friday evening. October 27, a Hallowe’en party was held in the Auditorium. The Faculty and Juniors were the honored guests, who with others that were present, represented ghosts. All participated in dancing and games, after which light refreshments were served. A Christmas dance, for which Tierney's orchestra furnished music, was given by the Juniors and Seniors December 3. Many of the town people, having responded to invitations given by the different students, were present. It was an evening very pleasantly spent. A sleigh ride party, minus all signs of dignity, and any amount of noise (with the exception of the chaperones), departed from Goshen one charming winter's evening. After a very enjoyable ride all were invited to Alice Gott's home for a social time. This surely gave the affair a very pleasant climax. Several weeks after the Senior Class play, the cast of “Whv Smith Left Home, was Invited by Mr Gott to attend a photo play at the Central Theatre afte which they were again entertained at the hosnitable home of Mr. and Mrs. Gott. As a mrans of raising money for the Athletic Association a mid-winter dance was given in the Auditorium. Toward the latter part of the year the danc°s gradually decreased in number, the Easter dance being the last. It will be •’cknow’ledged by the Seniors and others, who have joined in their social functions, that this class has, no doubt, surpassed all preceding classes in having the best of times. A. M. S. ’16. THE STUDENT ASSOCIATION. At the beginning of the school term the students got together and after a spirited campaign elected the following officers of the Student Body: President—Harold Houston. Vice-President—Harry Durland. Secretary—Joseph Gerow. Treasurer—Miss Bucklyn. The Association, with the aid of the Principal, has conducted all matters pertaining to the students and to the welfare of the school in a most satisfactory manner. The students are permitted to voice their opinions on all subjects under discussion and under these conditions they become more interested in school affairs. H. G. M. 16. Miss Scott:— George, what is a nature book? George:— A volume of misinformation about animals. 26 THE PIONEER SENIOR CLASS PLAY On the evening of March 3rd, with a clear sky, a house packed to overflowing, and an S. R. O. sign hanging out, the Senior Class of the Goshen High School presented the play “Why Smith Left Home” The role of John Smith was played by Harold Houston with marked ability. His domestic tragedies and the ways with which he disposed of them were extremely ludicrous. Harry Marston, as General Billetdoux. the long-suffering but patient second husband of Mrs. Billet-doux, covered himself with glory. His susceptibility to beauty lead him into predicaments, the funny side of which was not appreciated by his wife. As Count Von Guggenheim, the aspirer to the hand of “der beautiful Miss Schmidt, Howard Manchester distinguished himself as an actor of unusual ability. William Ehlers, as Major Buncombe, jilted twenty years ago by the cruel Miss Smith (“when she was only twelve,”) brought the house down with applause, when success crowned his efforts in the last act. Ila.cld Gillespie, as the carefree Robert Walton, caused great confusion in the household of Smith. His fiantic efforts to obtain food led him to meas-ui . s not usually employed in polite society. The part of Mrs. John Smith, as taken by Alice Gott, was played to perfection. The ease with which she overcame the difficulty of maintaining peace in her household was admirable. With the arrival of Mrs. Billetdoux, matters became complicated since she immediately took affairs into her own hands and proceeded to make a mess of them. This part was taken by Janet Coates. Christine Makuen, as Miss Smith, was exceedingly good. Her complex love affairs were a source of great amusement to the audience. The part of Rose Walton, as taken by Sarah Lockwood, was played with clever imitation of the true chorus girl and she conducted herself without flaw. Anne Sutherland, as Julia, the maid, was very coy. She was “touchingly clever” in regard to a certain difficulty that arose unexpectedly. The part of Elsie, the trim and very correct maid, was taken by Florence Hinchman, who played the part very well. Lavinia Daly, the self-reliant cook-lady, completed the cast of characters. This part was played by Helen Durland with extraordinary skill. The success of the play was largely due to the generosity and interest of Mr. J. W. Gott and the untiring patience of Miss Bucklyn. Each and every member contributed his part toward making the play what it was, and it is with great pride that we proclaim this to be the best play given yet by a graduating class of the High School. J. W. C. 16. S. H. L. 16. HIGH SCHOOL PECULIARITIES. Noisiest—Harry Marston. Naughtiest—Ellen Coates. Funniest—Bud Strack. Most bashful—Hank Jackson. Beautiful eyes—Flora Howell. Most attractive—Gladys Carvey. Most dramatic—Bunn France. Most lonesome—Warren Sayer (?). Perfect Lady—Bob Lewis. Most Timorous—Charles Nolan. Biggest Grafter—Harold Gillespie. Worst bluffer—Junior Kingsland. “The Pigmy”—Howard Manchester. Silliest—Dorothy Dougherty. Worst cut-up—Janet Coates. Greatest whisperer—Alice Gott. Most pious—Helen Durland. Jolliest—Kathryn Egbertson. Greasy grind—Christine Makuen. Worst flirt—Marie Hoffman. Strong minded—Gladys Seely. Prettiest—Philip Wilcox. Best Singer—Florence Hinchman (?). Softest Heart—Harold Houston. “Warren, you’re a naughty boy. You can go to bed without any supper.” “Well, mother, what about that medicine I’ve got to take after meals?” Sayer:—I had an awful close shave the other day. Houston:—Gee, what was the matter? Saver:—I needed it. If Howard Manchester fell down, would Gladys Seeley pick him up? No, but Sarah Lockwood. If Joe Brandt denied something, what would Miss P. say? Charles Saw-yer. fa ERIE STREET SCHOOL . THE PIONEER 29 NONSENSE. WANTED:—A little ‘Pep. AMERICAN HISTORY CLASS. LOST:—One pound of fat; finder need not return. HANK JACKSON. LOST:—My dog. Answers to the name of Flor ence. LUCIE WALLACE. WANTED:—Someone to remove the squeak from ray shoes. HARRY THURNBURG. IMAGINE— Howard Manchester climbing through a knot hole. Mr. Smith:—Why were you late this morning, Kingland? Kingsland:—The bell rang too soon. I hear you little boy is taking lessons on the flute. “Yes, he is studying with a private footer. WANTED:—Someone to fill the position of Faculty Pet. Must be handsme, intelligent and honest. No girls need apply. FACULTY. Miss Mould: Harold, what is water? Harold:— A colorless fluid that turns black when you wash your hands. Breathes there a boy with soul so dead Who never to himself hath said: I hope my teacher’s sick in bed. Mother: — (To son who is still in bed, though it is after ten o’clock) John, why don't you get up? John:— I haven’t got time. WANTED:—Someone to listen to me while I explain my virtues. None with a limited amount of spare time need apply. W. J. KINGSLAND, JR. The Sophmore Class with some boys. lbs Phillips throwing a spit-ball. Junior Kingsland with a hair cut. Library paste struck on Janet Coates instead of glue. 19 16 ADVERTISEMENTS GOSHEN INN Goshen, Grange County, N� Y„ CUISINE DE LUXE Compliments of TM. 23. §ranb With Best Regards THOS. MOULD DONOVAN’S GARAGE Ample Accomodations Compliments of MILLER CART CO. N. SCHWEIGER GOSHEN, NEW YORK McNEIECE BROS. FRED DURLAND ?XCeats, 'Poultry and Qame in Season DEALER IN TELEPHONE 167 15 JKCinisink ‘Place Goshen, R[eix York Milk and Cream ADVERTISEMENTS PROGRAMME TUESDAY, AUGUST 15 2:12 Trot ........$2,000 2:24 Trot ........ 2,000 2:18 Pace......... 2,000 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 2- year-old Trot...$2,000 3- year-old Trot... 2,000 2:10 Trot ......... 2,000 2:09 Pare.......... 2,000 THURSDAY, AUGUST 17 2:20 Trot.........$2,000 2:30 Trot ........ 2,000 2:18 Pare......... 2,000 1 Tuesday, August 15th, will be Ladies Day;no Tickets sold, on that day, to the Fair Sex for Admission at Gate—all the Management expects from the Ladies is a Smile ! Heart-throbbing Music will be offered by Qualified Experts something more C lassy than on any other Race Track, will be rendered on Ladies Day. JOHN R. TOWNSEND, President THE HISTORIC TRAC WORLD’S-RECORD RACING Every Purse $2,000 Every Heat a Thrill =0 G ADVERTISEMENTS J. FLOYD HALSTEAD -• ATTORNEY ■- Breach of Promise Cases a Specialty $1,000,000 TO LOAN GOSHEN, NEW YORK J. W. P. V. D. GOTT Attorneys at Law NEW ORANGE HOTEL Chas. Burant, Prop. Special attention given to Traveling men, Horsemen and Automobi-lists. Goshen, N. Y. M . T. REDDY Auto Service Night and Day Telephone 86 Goshen, N. Y. SUMMER SESSION AT THE MIDDLETOWN SCHOOL OF COMMERCE Monday, June 12---12 Weeks R. RICKBORN Cash Grocer 15 Greenwich Ave., Goshen, N. Y. Fine opportunity for graduates. Fall terms commence at our Middletown and Port Jervis Branches Tuesday, September 5th. Write or call for information. J. B. VAN GELDER, Pres. DR. C. H. THOMPSON Dentist Goshen, New York ADVERTISEMENTS With your High School work finished you naturally look forward to some means of earning the comforts of life. It is here that the Rams-dell School is ready to help you, with full commercial and shorthand courses, or special work to complete and unify what you already have. We can offer you touch typewriting with all courses, and the full course prescribed by the National Association of Accredited Commercial Schools with free employment agencies in many large Cities. Open all summer. Circulars for the asking. RAMSDELL SCHOOL. I 38 North St., Middletown, N. Y. HOTEL GERMANIA iUTHERLANO’S GERH. FRECHEM, Prop. Garage and Repair Shop : Telephone 142-R Goshen, N. Y. Telephone 222 Goshen, N. Y. Order of E. B. HARFORD, Mf Soda and Mineral Waters 252 Mein St., Goshe,. Home Comfon A CASE OF R. L. McGEOCH, M. D. OFFICE HOURS: 8 to 8:30 a. m., 1 to 2 p. m. Sundays, 1 to 2 p. m. Goshen, New York WANTED!! ALL KINDS OF TINFOIL Communicate with PHIL A. RORTY Attorney and Counselor LAURA RUT AN GOSHEN, NEW YORK ADVERTISEMENTS BLACK BULSON Restaurant and Chop House SEA FOOD A SPECIALTY Catering Open Day and Night Goshen, New York H. L. O’NEAL Painter and Paper Hanger Goshen, - - New York CHARLES E. O’NEAL RUSSELL S. O’NEAL O’NEAL BROTHERS Painters and Paper Hangers Phone 202 Goshen, N. Y. Instruction MISS HENDRICKS Private School Opens September 8, 1916 Compliments of Rooms 8 and 9 jdrgus Building Hours 9 a. m. to 12 m. 1:30 to 4 p. m. In Rooms after September st. Joseph Jflerritt ARTHUR DELEVAN, Mgr. PHONE 76- W WILLIAM HODSON Dealer in and Manufacturer of High Grade Racing and Farm Harness TURF GOODS A SPECIALTY. REPAIRING Compliments 3fofm JB. g toe ep ADVERTISEMENTS CONKLIN CUMMINS Pure Feed, Twice Screened Coal EVERY GOOD BUILDING MATERIAL Ruberoid Roofing Atlas Portland Cement Alpha Portland Cement Lowe Bros. Paint Upson Board The Standard of Excellence GOSHEN CLUB CIGAR CHAT 10c Sc THOS. FARRELL CO. MANUFACTURERS E. J. D1KEMAN PHARMACIST 148 W. MAIN ST., GOSHEN, N. Y. W. H. MILLER C| All kinds of Sewing Machines on easy payments, discount for cash. Needles, Belts and Oil for all Machines. Hulse Vienna Bakery J. H. VAN STEENBERGH, Prop. Established 1870 101 West Main St. 167 W. MAIN ST., GOSHEN ADVERTISEMENTS telephone 216 No Ho Wilcox Son Jlgent for fTfCaxwell Cars Jlulo Machine Shop Full Line of and Qarage Jluto Supplies JUTCS TO HIRE GEORGE G. ACKLEY MANUFACTURER OF Ice Cream and Candy JOBBER IN Confectionery and Fruits TELEPHONE 15-M 20-22 W. Main St., Goshen, New York B. V. D. Union Suits, White Cat Union Suits, Interwoven Hosiery, Young’s Hats, Weber and Tuttle Shoes, Columbia, Lion and Clermont Dress and Outing Shirts “LeMar” Neckwear. Browning, King Co., made to your Measure Clothes M. JONAS SON W. S. DAYTON Dealer in BOOTS and SHOES Leather Findings, Etc. Boots and Shoes Neatly Repaired COOK WITH GAS €lmo J|otel ADVERTISEMENTS Rubber Tire Work Wood Working Horseshoeing and General Jobbing A. B. WEYANT BLACKSMITH Lawn Mower Repairing Telephone 5-R Our Store is the Home of HART SCHAFFNER MARX CLOTHES TUXEDO AND FULL DRESS SUITS P. SAMUELS Samuel’s Block Goshen, N. Y. H. EL WEYANT EVERYTHIG IN SEASON W. MAIN ST. - CiOSIIEN, N. Y. Trank fi. Dorcmus The Church Street GROCER Fruit and Vegetables in Season SOUTH CHURCH ST. GOSHEN, N. Y. HIGH GRADE PRINTING Office 34 Grand Street Goshen, New York ADVERTISEMENTS NATIONAL BANK OF ORANGE COUNTY = FOUNDED 1812 G. W. MURRAY, President C. S. EDSALL, Cashier Joseph fflerritt, resitieiU la. 9. Well , (Cashier og()en National JBanfe §o$f)en, i eto ©ork (©rgamjeb I860 General tBanfeing lousiness WM. D. VAN VLIET, President HENRY B. KNIGHT, Treasurer GOSHEN SAVINGS BANK Assets Over a Million and a Half GAKRIKL H. REXNETT I'RANK DRAKK SENECA JESSUP WILLIAM KNIFFIN TRUSTEES HENRY It. KNIGHT RALPH L. MeGEOCH, M. I). THOMAS MOULD EDWIN L. ROYS JOSEPH MERRITT HARRY H. SMITH WILLIAM D. VAN VLIET AARON V.-l). WALLACE WILLIAM A. WELLS ADVERTISEMENTS A. GILLESPIE PAINTING NEW YORK J. H. HINCHMAN GOSHEN, NEW YORK J. A. TIERNEY ORCHESTRA For Receptions and Dances GOSHEN, - NEW YORK Sayer Lumber Co. COAL and LUMBER Lehigh Portland Cement GOSHEN, - - NEW YORK Snbepenbent Republican Printing Co. emiWittkly Detospaper Hp=tKo=Bate 3Toli printing ICclepfjone 81 £osfjen, iTteto gork ADVERTISEMENTS St. Elmo Barber Shop Sign of the Electric Barber Pole J. K- HANSEN Goshen, - - 5Veu) York Goshen Toggery Shop FOR :• Up-To-Date Furnishings E. J. RIVERKAMP DR. E. G. PARKER DENTIST Office Over Savings Bank. GOSHEN, N. Y. C E N T R A I. D 0 R E M U S Thf GOSHEN - ntL PHOTOGRAPHER t DR. E. R. VARCOE S. BRANDT Dealer in Oysters, Clams, Fruit and Vegetables in Season SPECIAL SALE SATURDAYS 97 W. Main Street, Goshen, New York ADVERTISEMENTS FRANK C. HOCK 1 L TJ M I E R LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE A. V-D. Wallace Real Estate and Insurance OOSIIEN, NEW YORK Goshen, New York Wear Foot Rest Hosiery! “Foot Rest” Hosiery is the best for wear, style, comfort and economy. The utmost care is given to the slightest detail in the making and each pair is designed to fit properly. The yarns used in the manufacture of “Foot Rest” are of the highest quality. Severest tests are used to determine weight and durability. In cotton, wool, silk lisle and silk from 10c to $1.00 pair. We are also exclusive Goshen agents for the “LA RHINE CORSETS from $1.00 up to $3.00. A trial will convince you what real value in CORSETS and HOSE is. Fine SHIRT WAISTS, summer UNDERWEAR, GLOVES, RIBBONS, LACES, HANDKERCHIEFS, STATIONERY, GOSHEN SOUVENIRS, LOCAL VIEW POSTAL CARDS, NOTIONS and SMALL WARES. CASH ECONOMY STORE IRVING IRELAND, Prop. Greenwich Avenue - - - Goshen, New York 45 DAYTON'S9 The Dry Goods Store TRY OUR RELIABLE GOODS “Banquet Cream Bread” at RIGHT TRICES Your TYConey {F}ack if not Satisfied GEORGE J. WOOD FRED DA YTON GOSHEN, - . CEW YORK ADVERTISEMENTS DECKER’S PHARMACY GOSHEN, N. Y. Scott’s $l)armacp 79 JUcst fHain Street ®o£f)en, : J2eto ©orfc Clothes may not make the man but it is useless to create a disturbance by going around without them. B. LEVISON Clothier, Gent’s Furnisher and •fflCerchant bailor GOSHEN. - HEW YORK Occidental Hotel THOS. BRADLEY, Prop. W. D. Van Vliet Son HOUSE FURNISHINGS Dependable Goods Always GOSHEN, : : NEW YORK MRS. MAR Y POTTER HOUSE FURNISHINGS AND CROCKERY : : West Main St., Goshen, New York ADVERTISEMENTS Rosenberg’s Department Store DRY GOODS. NOTIONS. MILLINERY. LADIES- AND CHILDREN’S CLOAKS. SUITS AND DRESSES. : : : For Jewelery Go T® J One word to the wise is sufficient. Get your goods in town at the lowest prices. FARRELL’S MRS. ROSENBERG, Prop. Wheeler, The Goshen Artist gives his Personal Attention to all the Details of his Studio and guarantees all work equal to the best. Nut Food for the Squirrels Apply BUD GLUE Wholesale Dealers DIANA’S SHOE STORE JUST RIGHT SHOES KEITH CONQUERER SHOES BOOTS AND RUBBERS Edison’s Recreation of Music “ Real Music” Come in and hear it First Class Stationery Office Supplies Sporting Goods West Main St. Goshen, N. Y. THE HANDY CORNER J. W. ROBINSON ADVERTISEMENTS THE EDUCATOR SHOE.. FOR Men, Women and Children Queen Quality Shoes for Women J. E. GRAKSIE Formerly with the Grand Circuit. Established 1870 E.G.SWEZEY T II E LEADING J E V E L E R 62 WEST MAIN STREET, GOSHEN, N. V. SION’ OF TIIK BIG WIUK1.KSS STREET CLOCK PRICES REASONABLE VK KYTHING FIRST CLASS PATRONIZE PIONEER ADVERTISERS Goshen Hardware Company Sporting Qoods, Victor 'Calling Machines AUTO SUPPLIES Summer Time Hardware Telephone 26-J 182 Greenwich Ave. FRED J. STRACK GOSHEN, NEW YORK Plumbing, Heating, Etc. Electric Bell Work Gas Fitting A