Hellgate High School - Halberd Yearbook (Missoula, MT)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1925 volume:

Missoula County High School DEDICATION To all those scattered tribes of Western Indians who, before the coming of the white man, long held undisputed sway over the hills and valleys of Montana, we respect- fully dedicate this, the 1925 Bitter Root. ■i £3££ «- W(SX' FOREWORD This is our book—a 1925 model, built for, and by the class of 1925, but in it there will, no doubt, be found much to criticize. We cheerfully admit our faults and failings, but offer no apologies. This is our first and, perhaps, our last attempt to put out a year book and our purpose has not been to create a masterpiece of its kind. Our aim has been to create a lasting memorial to the class of 1925— something that will help to keep fresh in our mem- ories the joys and sorrows, trials and tribulations of our four years of high school life and we leave the reader to judge of our success. «H£ C--------------------- ' 2 in Memoriam DAVID BEEBE July 3, 1924 ROBERT BYRON PUGSLEY July 26, 1924 WINCHELL EDWARDS PEARSON August 16, 1924 FRED RUSSELL JAMIESON August 29, 1924 HENRY LUKE PEERY August 29, 1924 EARL NEFF April 21, 1925 THE BITTER ROOT 5 MEMORIES FUST gRCUND‘ OUR HI OUR £YM” 6 THE BITTER ROOT MISSOULA SCENES in ii t css tia' in in ii 0 ai hi in ii ■ Ii in Court House Crai£ Hall Main Hall Hif iri Avenue Rattlesnake THE BITTER ROOT 7 O UR OUT OF DOORS Qreenou h V$rk in V intct Oo IZZTCmn Chance Lake 'in MsscitJ Mountains THE BITTER ROOT THE BITTER ROOT 9 MONTANA INDIAN PICTURES lflornirjff on the Ftathe d 3vn D$ncz ofihcBlacJfbot TO THE NATIVE OWNERS OF THIS, OUR LAND 10 THE BITTER ROOT JUST SCENES ffeltlesn kz Ldes The Bitter Root 12 THE BITTER ROOT Faculty Personnel PRINCIPAL...................G. A. Ketciiam MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT: Stephanie Bertiiot, Head; Maude L. Johnson, Gertrude Clark, Ruth Porter. ENGLISH DEPARTMENT: Mabel I. Rich, Head; Margaret Ronan, Lyle Noble, Hortense Moore, Mrs. Ellsworth Smith, Grace Ryon, Nina Marie Mitchell, Winnifred Adams, Russell I). Niles, Hazel Swearingen . SCIENCE DEPARTMENT: Grace Bailey, Head; II. K. White, Mary Good, Flossie Lee Arnold. FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT: Spanish—Celia Parker. Latin—IIettie Hunt, Elsie Wadell. HISTORY DEPARTMENT: Edna Mann, Head; Jean Morgan Mair, Ida MacDonald, Rutii Barrows, Helen Wilkinson. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT : Mina I. ('are. Head; Mrs. Florence Keeton, Guy Stegner (Athletic Coach), Lewis V. Bergtold, Bula Swan . MANUAL ARTS DEPARTMENT: L. C. Ennis, Head. LIBRARIAN: Mrs. Margaret Dauffenbacii. SECRETARY: Ruby Johnson. STUDY HALL TEACHER: Mrs. Marion Kellogg. Absent second semester. THE BITTER ROOT 1 3 (3. A. KETCH AM, Principal 14 THE BITTER ROOT Ryon Dauffenbach Ennis Mitchell Ronan Moore Noble ann Parker Swearingen Adams THE BITTER ROOT 15 Wadell Swan Carr Clark Mjh-I Hall. V Niles Mail- Kellogg Johnson Berthot THE BITTER ROOT Barrows Wilkinson Stegner Porter M. Johnson 18 THE BITTER ROOT Roger Johnston George Williamson Mary Cardeli Miss Rich CLASS OFFICERS President ........................Roger Johnston Vice-President ....................Mary Cardeli Secretary ....................George Williamson Sponsor ......................Miss Mabel I. Rich Senior Creed We are the class of 1925. Together we entered the portals of M. H. S. and sought our places here. Together we have worked and played and struggled to uphold the honor of our school and together we shall leave these halls which have become so dear to us to seek our various places in the business world or in some institution of higher education. We have learned much during the four years of our high school career and, as we proceed in life, we shall endeavor to apply those fundamental prin- ciples of upright living and good fellowship as we have learned to apply them here. May our creed and motto ever be HONESTY LOYALTY SINCERITY SERVICE THE BITTER ROOT 19 Mary Kellogg Frances Lines Alice Stoverud ARTIE DAWKS: 'She pleased while distant But when near she charmed.” MARY KELLOGG: Come and trip It as you go On tlie light fantastic toe. Chorus '21: Girls’ Glee Club '23. '24. ’25; The Gypsy Rover : The Wishing Well : Love Pirates of Hawaii ; Honor Roll; Girls' Quartet '25; Debate Squad; Music Meet '25. FRANCES LINKS: Simplicity and truth dwell in her heart.” President of Girls’ Club '25; Vice-President Girls' Club '2 1; Girls' Club Cabinet 23. '24. ’.25: Sacajawea Campfire '23, ’24, '25; Vice-President Campfire ’24, '25; Konah Staff; Producing Staff of Romantic Age”, ’’Katherine's Nephew , Daddy Long Legs ; Delegate to Bozeman Vo- cational Congress; Dramatic Club '23, '24: Vice-President Girls' Reserves '22; Assistant Direc- tor The Vigil”; Spanish Club; Honor Roll; National Honor Society. ALICE STOVERUD: Alice can sing, dance, and play. And at school she is a shark; We know she surely will make good And reach the highest mark. Ghl Reserves '22; Girls’ Club Cabinet '23, '2 1; Spanish Club; Senior Carnival '23, '24, '25. VIVIAN ROBERTSON: ‘Jinks' they call her; guess she Is; Sparks and bubbles like White Rock fizz. Fashion Show '21; Carnival '21, '22, '24; Girls' Glee Club '24, '25; Love Pirates of Hawaii ; Mrs. Kantsay Know”; Girls' Club Cabinet; Music Meet '25; Spanish Club '25. T BITTER ROOT atricia Hooper Gardner Porter Frank Hamor Elna Breiner EDWARD SHOPE 'Sings like Caruso, dances like Ted, And that’s not all, girls; he has something in his head. Entered from Fargo High School as a Senior; Boys’ Glee Club ’25; Boys’ Quartette; Mu- sic Meet, PATRICIA HOOPER: “Her hair is not more sunny than her smile.” Konah Staff '24; Girls' Club Cabinet ’24, 25; Vice-President Girl Reserves ’23, ’24; Presi- dent Girls Reserves ’24, ’25; Bitter Root Staff '25; National Honor Society. GARDNER PORTER: “Men of few words, they say, are often the best men.” Dramatic Club ’23, ’24, ’25; Senior Carnival '25; Bitter Root Staff ’25; Sports Editor of Konah ’24, '25; Spanish Club ’25. FRANK HAMOR: ‘He talked; he smiled; our hearts he wyl’d. He charmed our souls; we wist na how!” Konah Staff '25; Spanish Club ’25; Senior Carnival ’25; Junior Prom Committee ’24. ELNA BRIENER: Chorus ’22, ’23, ’24, ’25. “Although not so noted as many. She is just as loyal as any.” THE BITTER ROO J-awrence Anderson Maude Graven Louise Heyfron Leslie Andrews Beulah Leslie LAWRENCE ANDERSON: “His Is but to do or die. ’ Spanish Club '25. LOUISE HEYFRON: “So sweet or temper that the very stars shine soft upon her.” Carnival '23, '25; Girls’ Glee Club '24; Chorus ’24. LESLIE ANDREW’S: “His work was mostly of a man's endeavor.” Entered as Sophomore from Bin: Sandy. MAUDE E. GRAVEN: “An inborn charm of graciousness, Made sweet her smile and tone. Girls’ Chorus ’21, ’22, ’23, '24; Sacajawea Campfire '24, ’25. BEULAII LESLIE: “She speaks less than she knoweth. 22 THE BITTER ROOT Gertrude Leonard Dorothy Elliott Philip Henry Ina Hamma Ethel Hoverson GERTRUDE LEONARD: “Whom not even critics criticize.” Fashion Show ’22; Carnival '23. ’24; Camp Fire Girls ’22. '23; Secretary Camp Fire Girls ’23; Chorus '24, ’25: Konah Staff ’25. PHIL HENRY: “The test he has worthily stood; Of stature he’s not so tall, As a tennis player he's very good; He, too, plays basketball.” Entered from Great Falls High ’23; Declamatory Contest '24, ’25; Basketball '25; Radio Club 24. 25. INA HAMMA: “A maiden modest and yet self-possessed Youthful, too, and simply dressed.” Girls' Chorus; Campfire Girls. DOROTHY ELLIOTT: She’s shy but not so coy. And she’s bubbling o’er with joy.” Editor Konah ’25; Girls' Club Cabinet '24. '25: Delegate to Girls’ Vocational Congress in Bozeman '25: Konah Staff '24; Senior Carnival '24. '25: Sacajawea Campfire '23, '24, ’25; President Sacajawea Campfire '25; Fashion Show '22; Chairman Membership Committee of Girls’ Club Cabinet ’25; Spanish Club '24; Honor Roll; National Honor Society. ETHEL HOVERSON: I have heard of the lady, and Gcod words went with her name.” Entered from Clinton High School ’23; Konah Staff ’25. THE BITTER ROOT 23 Robert Dunton Isabel Brown Nellie Hunton George Gray Hilda Halvarl ROBERT DUNTON: “Robert is modest and shy But wiser than you or than I.“ Honor Roll ’25; Class Track ’25. ISABEL BROWN: “In any M. H. S. affair You’re always sure to find her there.” Senior Carnival '24, '25; Konah Staff ’23; Spanish Club '24; Junior Prom Committee; Girls’ Club Cabinet '25; Honor Roll ’23, ’24, ’25. NELLIE HUNTON: “In her tongue Is the law of kindness.” Entered from Pullman, Washington, ’22; Girl Reserves '24, ’25; Spanish Club ’25. GEORGE GRAY: “A man be seems of cheerful yesterdays And confident tomorrows.” HILDA HALYARD “Quiet, staid, of sober mind, With a head for study inclined.” 24 THE BITTER ROOT Dick Eberhart Myron Soelberg Charles Paddock Julian Thomas 'They say he’s a woman hater but the Bible says ‘Love your enemy .” MYRON SOELBERG Entered as Senior from Central High School, Sioux City, Iowa. DICK EBERHART: Konah Staff ’24. “Dick is not a shark at books But he has all the sheiky looks.” JEANNE ANDERSON: “True worth is in being, not seeming. JULIAN THOMAS: “Always blushing, never pale.” Class Track ’25. CHARLES PADDOCK: ‘Til put a girdle round about the earth in forty minutes. Entered from Fargo, North Dakota, ’24. I BITTER Dexter Fee Charles Reeves Walter Jacobsen DEXTER FEE: “Be silent anti safe—silence, never. ' Senate: Radio Club; Carnival '23, ’24: Oratorical Contest ’24, '25; Lincoln Essay Contest ’25; Chemical Essay Contest ’25. CHARLES REEVES: “What’s the price of glory?” President of Students' Association: Radio Club; Secretary and Treasurer Radio Club; Pep Club; Chairman Pep Club; Debate Squad; Debate Team (vs� Butte, Phillpsburg, Stevens- viile for District Championship) '24. ’25; Carnival; Honor Roll ’21, '22, '23. '24, ’25; National Honor Society. MARK GORMLEY: “Oh mischief, thou art swift To enter in his thoughts.” Entered from L. H. S. 1923. WALTER JACOBSEN: “Methinks I feel this youth’s perfection. Football '23, ’24; Honor Roll ’21, '22, ’23; Track ’25; Junior Prom Committee; Spanish Club; Senior Carnival '25; National Honor Society. IRENE JOLLY: “All that her name implies.” Vice-President Girls Reserves ’22; Girl Reserves ’23, ’24, '25. BITTER R( Pedro Mario Margaret Farquahrson Bessie Zuber Marion Redle Robert Gilman PEDRO ESCOBAR MARIO: “ ’Tis the mind that makes the body rich.” Boys’ Senate ’20, '21; Spanish Club '21, ’22; Radio Club '22, 23; Public Speaking Club ’22, 23; Vice-President Public Speaking Club '22, '23. MARGARET FARQUAHRSON: “Her mirth the world required She bathed it in smiles of glee.” BESSIE ZUBER: “Bessie is quiet and sober. And liked by everyone who knows her.” MARION REDLE: “She’s small, but full of ’pepper,’ Yet quiet and polite; ’Tis not easy to describe her— Except she seems ‘just right’.” ROBERT C. GILMAN: “Bob is one of the bachelor boys, He’s always full of fun. Always ready to stir up some noise When all his work is done.” Radio Club ’23; Secretary Radio Club ’24-’25; Senior Carnival ’25. Gladys Chaffin Gean Wlgal Roy Llndborg Esther Hart Gertrude Snow GLADYS CHAFFIN: “A iulet girl who is loyal and true, And one who is glad to help you.” Entered as Senior from Arlee High School. GEAN LUCILLE WIGAL: Her voice is sweet, her style is neat.” Basketbnll; Radio Club. ROY WALTER LINDBORG: Let joy be uneonflned.” Football 22; Wishing Well” '24: Rustlers Club '24; Boys Glee Club ’24-’26; Love Pi- rates of Hawaii” '25; Music Meet '25. ESTHER HART: Her voice was ever soft, gentle, and low— An excellent thing in woman.” Entered as Senior from Harlowton High School; Honor Roll. GERTRUDE SNOW: She talks nice, acts nice and is nice.” Girls’ Club Cabinet; Konah Staff. 28 THE BITTER ROOT Dorothy Smading Glenna McNorton Irene Clawson Margery Richardson Jack Erkkila DOROTHY SMADING: Quiet and kind. A reserved lass— Welcome, say we, In any class. Member of Saeajawea Camp Fire '23, '24. '25; Treasurer Sacajavvea Campfire '24, '25; Basketball '24; Senior Carnival ’23. '24; Member of Konah Staff '24; Girls’ Chorus ’23. GLENNA McNORTON: Strong reasons make strong actions. Spanish Club '23; Honor Roll ’24, ’25. IRENE CLAWSON: “A studious lass is she, But full of loyalty.” Honor Roll; Saeajawea Camp Fire '24, '25; Girl Reserves ’22; Carnival ’24. '25; Girls’ Club Cabinet '23, '24; National Honor Society. MARGERY RICHARDSON: Her life is earnest work, not play. Delegate to Girls’ Vocational Congress. JACK ERKKILA: Class Track ’23. “The women say he’s bashful; The men say he’s wise! Edwin Mannlx Lenitu Spottswood Booker Blbhs Virginia Muchmore Della York EDWIN MANNIX: A man of Indies and every Inch a man. Class Track; Konah Staff '23; Editor Konah ’24; Honor Roll ’21, ’22, '23, 24, ’25; Junior Stunt; National Honor Society; Assistant Carnival Manager. LENITA SPOTTSWOOD: Lenita 1ms her Bulck, Lenita has her fun; But Lenita doesn’t have it Until her work is done. Dramatic Club ’24, ’25; Carnival 25; Honor Roll ’21, ’22, '23. VIRGINIA MUCHMORE: There’s one, modest, kind and true.” BOOKER BIBBS: Booker lived up to his name. He’s sure to achieve great fame; He went thru school in three and one-half years, But upon graduating he shed no tears. DELLA YORK: The mildest manners and the gentlest heart.” Entered from Potomac High School 1922; Girl Reserves '23; Spanish Club ’22. The kind who ‘makes this life worth while’.” Assistant Editor of Konah '25; Konah Staff '24, ’25; Delegate to Girls’ Vocational Con- gress at Bozeman ’25; Senior Carnival ’23. ’24; Camp Fire '22; Glee Club ’22. ’23. ’24. ’25; President Glee Club ’24, '25; Delegate to Butte Music Meet 25; Wishing Well”; Yanki San ; Gypsy Rover. HELEN WICKES: She sings with a voice so sweet and clear; A voice one always longs to hear.” Carnival ’22, ’23. '24, ’25; Honor Roll; Girls’ Club Cabinet '24; Girls’ Glee Club ’25; Girls’ Quartette ’25; Love Pirates of Hawaii”; National Honor Society; Camp Fire ’23. BETH MUCHMORE: Ready for work. Ready for fun, Succeeding well In either one.” INEZ HANNES: Music hath its charms. Aye, but musicians have more.” Girls’ Club Cabinet ’25; Camp Fire Girls ’23. ’24, ’25; Orchestra ’23, ’24; Carnival ’23, ’24, ’25; Konah Staff ’25; Pep Club ’25; Honor Roll ’22. ’23. ’24. ’25; National Honor Society. ALFRED SPAULDING; Alfred comes from Bonner, Our little neighboring town; He is very, very modest, And not the village clown.” Carnival ’23; Track ’25. THE BITTER ROOT 31 Vandella. Johnson Vernon Morris Walter Klose Lamar Dickinson Marjorie Rooney VANDELLA JOHNSON: “She’s tall and blonde.” WALTER KLOSE: “He’s new this year, and a radio bug.” Entered from Seneca, Kansas; Pep Club President '25; Radio Clui� President '25; Senior Carnival '25. LAMAR DICKINSON: Like the pianos at his father’s stand, Lamar is upright, square and grand.” Carnival '22, '23, '25; Orchestra '23, '24; Boys’ Glee Club '24, '25; Operetta Senate '21, 22; Band '23, ’24. VERNON MORRIS: “One who doesn't put things off. But puts them over. MARJORIE ROONEY: “One who works, knowing that Success is spelled with four letters— W-o-r-k.” Fashion Show; Senior Carnival '22, '23; Konah Staff. „ 3 W 32 THE BITTER ROOT Allene Armstrong Roy Chapel Florence Colby Helen Ranstrom Nelda Talbert ALLENE ARMSTRONG: “None but herself can be her parallel.” Fashion Show ’22: “Yank! San” ’23; “Wishing: Well ’24; Delegate to Girls’ Vocational Congress ’24; Spanish Club ’24; Girls’ Club Cabinet ’23, '24, '25; Chairman Social Committee of Girls’ Club Cabinet ’24, '25; Senior Carnival '25; Chorus '22, ’24, '25. FLORENCE COLBY: “A bubbling girl is Florence, So full of life, and gay; She never wears a frown, But maybe she will some day.” Camp Fire ’22, ’23, ’24, ’25; Senior Carnival ’23, ’24; Secretary of Camp Fire ’25; Or- chestra '23; “Gypsy Rover” '23. HELEN RANSTROM: “True as the dial to the sun.” Girls’ Chorus ’21, ’22; Latin Club ’22; Honor Roll ’24. ’25. ROY CHAPEL: “When Chapel takes a notion, He’s often very bright. When he sets his tongue in motion, We’re sure he’s in the right.” Entered from Great Falls High School as Sophomore '22: Glee Club ’24; Konah ’24; Dele- gate to Bozeman Vocational Conference ’24, ’25; Stock Judging Club ’25; Bitter Root Staff ’25; Honor Roll; Rally Leader '22, ’24. NELDA TALBERT: “Nelda has such coal black hair, It’s curled so many ways. That even Rowe is kept spell-bound And plunged in deepest maze.” Spanish Club; Honor Roll ’24; Senior Carnival ’24. John Beatty Raymond Delight Beeson Merritt Carl Virginia Sedman 1 lollensteiner JOHN BEATTY: Everybody's friend Is he. Business-like to a high degree.' Entered as a Junior from Billings High; Dramatic Club. RAY MERRIT: “Come on girls. I'm not bashful. Circulation Manager Konah ’24; Business Manager Konah '25; President Rudio Club '24: Radio Club '25: Pep Club '24, '25; Debate Club '25; Carnival '25; National Chemistry Essay Contest '25. CARL HOLLENSTEINER: In thy face I see the map of honor, truth, and loyalty. Entered as Senior from Clinton High School. DELIGHT BEESON: One who Is meant for some high destiny. Konah Staff '23: Declamatory Contest '23. '25: Carnival '22. '23. '24. '25: Honor Roll '25: Winning Side Show '24. '25. VIRGINIA SEDMAN: Writing clever compositions With no little skill. Working always for the best With a ready will.” Fashion Show ’21; Senior Carnival '21, ’22, ’23. '24; Konah Staff '24; Girls’ Club Cabinet '24, ’25: Honor Roll '23, '24; Robin Good-fellow '24. 34 THE BITTER ROOT Earnest James Leta Thompson Goldie Seheibal Edith Gustafson Gertrude Heckeroth EARNEST JAMES: “He’s ‘done his oil’ athletically. And has always done his best; On gridiron, floor or track, He’s kept up with the best. Football ’23; Track '24. LETA THOMPSON: On with the dance, let joy be unconfined.” GOLDIE SCHEIBAL: “A dandy, friendly, pleasant girl With quite a winning way.” Entered from Fergus County High School ’24; Konah Staff ’25; Honor Roll '24. EDITH GUSTAFSON: “Dux femina facti. Spanish Club ’25. GERTRUDE HECKEROTH: “Nor bold, nor shy, nor short, nor tall. But a new mingling of them all. Entered as a Senior from Alberton High School. THE BITTER ROOT 35 Ronald Miller Sallle Maclay Philip Marks Dorothy Severy Allen Neeley RONALD MILLER: “He knows his 'oil,' and it’s refined, too.” Glee Club '21. '22. 23. 24, 25; Gypsy Rover ; “Wishing Well ; Love Pirates of Hawaii : Senate 21; Chairman Senior Mixer Committee 25; President Glee Club 24, 2f ; Senior Car- nival Manager 25; Konah Staff '2 1; Dramatic Club 2 1. '25; The Penalty ; Daddy Long Legs”; Stage Manager Love Pirates of Hawaii ; Pep Club '25; State Music Meet, Butte, ’2f ; Annual Stuff '25. SALLIB MACLAY: A mind to conceive, Ability to direct; Her name and failure Will never connect. Girls' Club Cabinet '23; Konah Staff '23; Editor Konah '24; Second place State extemp- oraneous Begay Contest '25; Assistant Editor Hitter Root. PHILIP MARKS: The man of the hours. Radio Club '24; Pep Club '21: Dramatic Club '24: The Vigil '24; Business Manager or Konah '24; The Tourist '24; Delegate to C. I. P. A. Convention at Madison, Wls.; Senior Executive Committee; Senate. DOROTHY SEVERY: She’s a wonder in her part. Little ‘Miss Prim' that's what thou art. But we wonder what HE thought When she called out 'Where’s My Heart'?” Entered as Sophomore from Elyria. Ohio: Vice-President Latin Club '21; Girls' Club Cab- inet '24; Gills' Vocational Congress '24; Carnival '23; Girls’ Glee Club '25; Love Pirates of Hawaii '25; Music Meet ‘25; Pep Club '25; National Honor Society. ALLEN NEELEY: Serious minded through and through. But Just you watch what he will do. Boys’ Glee Club '25; Music Meet '25. 36 THE BITTER ROOT Dorothea Kiff Byron Poet Lillian Aspengren Wellington Ross Richard Mertz DOROTHEA KIFF: The lady Vere de Vere of olden fame.” Fashion Show; Girls' Club Side Show '24, '25; Spanish Club ’25. BYRON PEET: The glass of fashion and the mold of form. The observed of all observers. WELLINGTON ROSS: Dark and clever and tall as a mile; Girls just can’t resist his smile. Boys’ Glee Club, Vice-President ’23, President ’24; Senior Carnival '24; Rustlers Club '23, ’24. LILLIAN ASPENGREN: Her lovely looks a sprightly mind discloses. Entered from Bainville High School. RICHARD MERTZ: A lion among the ladies.” Kants Kutie Korus”; Senior Carnival. )W yu Tt] ay,j THE BITTER ROOT Herman Jacobsen Caroline Lyman Millard Graybeal Lloyd Whiting: PhylllH Russell HERMAN JACOBSEN: Fun I love and noise as of a carnival, but mathematics more.” Football ’23. ’24; Honor Roll '22, '23, '24, '25; Track '22; Konah Staff ’23; National Honor Society. CAROLINE LYMAN: ' hOo r ( She never has So much to say; She does her bit In a quiet way.” Entered from Darby High School in Junior Year; Gill Reserves; Spanish Club. MILLARD GRAYBEAL: “Full well we laughed with much glee At all his jokes, for many a joke had he.” Basketball ’24-'25; Boys' Glee Club '25; Boys’ Quartette ’24-’25; Music Meet ’24-’25; Or- chestra ’24; Spanish Club '25; Senior Carnival ’23-’24. K , ‘ A I 4- V LLOYD WHITING: Honor Roll '25. PHYLLIS RUSSELL: ‘A quiet lad is Lloyd, A quiet lad. I say. He neither looks to right nor left, But calmly goes his way.” Bubbling over with life and music. pjJ , Senior Carnival ’22, '23. ’24. '25; Camp Fire Girls ’22, ’23, ’24, ’25; Spanish Club ’25- Girls Club Cabinet ’23. As Jirls’ r Ia Hugos Anna Kimball Ethlyne Parsons Earl Carle ton .UCINDA HUGOS 'And still they gazed, and still their wonder grew That one small head could carry all she knew.” Entered from Central High School, Minneapolis '23; Honor Roll '23, ’24, ’25; Debate Squad '25; Spanish Club '25; Senior Carnival '25. ANNA KIMBALL: Quite a clever actress, A gill witli a sunny smile— Who's always very busy With anything worth while.” Chorus '22; Girls' Club Cabinet '23, '24, ’25: Chairman Financial Committee '24, ‘25; Girls' Vocational Congress '23; Secretary Girls’ Club ’25: Gypsy Rover”; Dramatic Club '23, '24, '25; Chairman Program Committee ’25; The Charm School”; The Romantic Age ; Daddy Long Legs ; Director of Icycles” and The Vigil ; “Hurrytown on the Hudson ; Secretary Class ’23. '24; Carnival '24, ’25; Declamatory Contest ’22. Third Place '23. Second Place ’24; Konah Staff; Honor Roll ’22, '23. '24. '25; National Honor Society. ETHLYNE PARSONS: “Temperamental, lovable and gay. Yes. it’s ‘Jack’ who saved the day! Dramatic Club ’24: President Dramatic Club '25; Fashion Show ’22: Prelude Club ’23, '24, ’25: Secretary Spanish Club ’25: Girls’ Club Cabinet ’25; The Penalty ; I lurry town on the Hudson”; “Daddy Long Legs ; Music Meet ’25; Carnival '22, ’23, ’24, ’25; Konali Staff ’24. MARY CARDELL: “A merry heart, a merry smile, Doth often carry one a mile. Honor Roll ’22. ’23. '24; Girls' Club Cabinet '24: Girls’ Vocational Congress: Vice-President of Prelude Club '24; President of Prelude Club '25: Chairman of Junior Prom Committee; Contestant in Music Meet '25; Accompanist for Girls’ Glee Club; Vice-President of Senior Class ’24: Dramatic Club; Daddy Long Legs”; Senior Carnival; Advertising Manager of Annual; Executive Committee of Class of '25. EARL CARLETON: A quiet lad is Earl, But studious is he, He always does his work well, As anyone may see.” Entered as Senior from Ronan High School. THE BITTER ROOT 39 Clifford Boyd Ted Fitzpatrick Eva Olson Roger Johnston Estelln Marcoe CLIFFORD BOYD: Clifford, the five-year senior, Clifford, tlie brawny back, lie leaves this time forever. He’s tired of 'holding the sack’.” TED FITZPATRICK: In arguing, too, he owned his skill, For vanquished, he could argue still. EVA OLSON: She knows riddles, rhymes and things. Tusitala Girl Reserve Cabinet. ROGER JOHNSTON: Quiet and clever, hopeful, too, He understands his ‘biz ; He carries on until he’s through. A real mathematical ‘whiz’. Vocational Conference ’25; Glee Club ’22. ’24. '25; Secretary of Glee Club ’24, '25; Wish- ing Well ; Love Pirates of Hawaii ; Business Manager of LoVe Pirates of Hawaii”; Presi- dent Sophomore Class; Vice-President Junior Class; President Senior Class; Carnival '21, '22, ’22; Music Meet ’25; Debate '24. '25; Senate '21, '22; Konah ’25; Honor Roll '21, '22, '23, '24, '25; Pep Club; Member of National Honor Society. ESTELLA MARCO 15: A bit of help, A friendly smile; A happy girl— A friend .worth while. Annual Staff; Konah Staff ’25; Honor Roll '24, '25; Entered from Hot Springs High. THE BITTER ROOT Frank Eigeman Murray Madeen Dorothy Ellinghouse Frank Dorfler Harold Fuller FRANK EIGEMAN: “Frank is a keen athlete And keeps Ids grades up. too. M. H. S. needs more like him To save us all from rue.” Football ’23, '24; Basketball squad '24; Basketball '25 (Captain); M Club Treasurer. MURRAY MADEEN: We point with pride to the results obtained from Mellln’s food. Carnival '22, ’23. '24; Honor Roll '21, '22, ’23. '24. FRANK DORFLER: He has a brain to contrive, A tongue to persuade, Ability to execute. Entered as a senior from Wabasha. Minn.; President of Debate Squad '25; Extemporaneous Speaking Contest ‘25; Circulation Manager of Konah '25. DOROTHY ELLINGHOUSE: The wealth of general courtesy; The calm of self reliance. Entered as a Junior from Sheridan High School; Girls’ Club Cabinet '25. HAROLD FULLER: As a wit, if not first, In the very first line. Glee Club ’21, ’22, ’23. '24; The Gypsy Rover ; The Wishing Well ; Senior Carnival ’23. ’24. THE BITTER ROOT 41 Emma Neffner Avis Wheat Emily Thrailkill Carl Nottingham Laverne Rainer EMMA NEFFNER: For never can any tiling be amiss When simpleness and duty tender it.” Entered as a Senior from Dixon High. School; Konuh Staff '25; Tusitala Girl Reserves. EMILY THRAILKILL: Snappy and jolly and much alive And always loyal to ’25.” Senior Carnival '23, ’25. CARL NOTTINGHAM: Watch Carl bring home the bacon. Honor Roll; Senior Carnival ’24, '25; Spanish Club '25; Konah Staff ’25. AVIS WHEAT: Spanish Club '25. Howe’er it be, it seems to me ’Tis only noble to be good.” LA VERNE RAYMER: Whence is thy learning? Has thy toil o’er books consumed the midnight oil?” Carnival; Honor Roll. 42 THE BITTER ROOT Gordon McDonald Lincoln Kellogg Dona Wilson Marie Bell Lee Evans GORDON MCDONALD: Track ’23, '24. “A fig for care, The same for woe; A good time? Powder River, let’s go!” DONA WILSON: ‘‘Vim and dash and laughter sublime, Let her name live throughout all time.” Entered from Alberton High School as a Senior; Debate Squad ’25; Dramatic Club ’25; “The Vigil”; Senior Carnival ’25; Junior-Senior Debate. MARIE BELL: Saucy and meek, intelligent and sweet.” Entered as a Senior from Calgary, Canada. LINCOLN KELLOGG: The bold pirate chief of a thousand graces.” Athletic Manager '24: Boys' Glee Club ‘24. '25; Stage Manager of “Romantic Age ; Senior Carnival '24, ’25; Operetta ’24, '25; Daddy Long Legs ; Football, second team, '23. LEE EVANS: Lee is always modest, Lee is never bold, But he’s a shark at Math, and such, So we have been told.” Carnival ’24; Honor Roll. THE BITTER ROOT 43 Jeannette Eveland Dorothea Sonntag Louise Blumenthal James Ritchey George Williamson JEANNETTE EVELAND: A sweet personality—that's our Jeannette.” Carnival '23; Konah Staff '25; Dramatic Club ’25; “The Penalty”; “Daddy Long Legs.' DOROTHEA SONNTAG: “Lots of pep and more than that. She has more than hair under her hat.” Girls’ Glee Club 23. '24, '25; Camp Fire Girls '23, ’24, ’25; “Gypsy Hover”; “The Wishing Well”; Love Pirates of Hawaii”; Senior Carnival '23, '24, '25; Chorus '22; Music Meet '25. LOUISE BLUMENTHAL: “A gifted lass, she has no airs, And she Isn’t worried with any cares.” Konah Staff '24; Class Editor of Bitter Root '25; Honor Roll ’22, '23, '24, '25; Spanish Club '25; Saeajawea Camp Fire '25; Chorus 25. JAMES G. RITCHEY: “He’s quiet and efficient, And does his very best, One of that hard working kind Who always stands the test. Class President 23, '24; Dramatic Club ’22, '23, '24, ’25; Konah Staff 24; “Daddy Long Legs”; “Tom Burchard’s Recovery ; Honor Roll 24, ’25; Football ’23; Glee Club ’23, '24, ’25; “The Tourist ; The Wishing Well”; “Love Pirates of Hawaii’; Music Meet ’25; “A True Prince ; Senior Carnival '22. ’23; Orchestra '21, ’22, '23; Final Declamation Contest ’22, ’23, '24; Junior Prom Committee ’24; Bitter Root Staff ’25; National Honor Society. GEORGE WILLIAMSON: “He has two ambitions—Carol is both of them.” Secretary Class '25; Junior Prom Committee; Annual Staff; Spanish Club. Madison Jones Lena Bielby Roy Adderholt Willard Hartley Henry Bedard MADISON JONES: “He pulls A’s in College Algebra and plays football, too. Football ’24, ’25; Basketball 24. '25; Honor Roll '23. '24, '25; “M Club ’25; Spanish Club '25; Konah Staff '25; National Honor Society. LENA BIELBY: “The school’s scholarship Will go down a bit. For disa girl Lena— She usa her beana!” Girls’ Club Cabinet ’25; Konah Class ’24; Honor Roll '22, '23, ’24, '25; Senior Carnival ’25; National Honor Society. ROY ADDERHOLT: “His life is linked sweetness long drawn out.” Carnival ’20. '22; Orchestra ’20, ’21, '22, '23; Class Track ’24: “Wishing Well” ’24; “Love Pirates of Hawaii” ’25; Music Meet ’25; Boys’ Glee Club ’21, '22, ’23. ’25; Boys’ Quartette ’24, '25; Mixed Chorus ’25. WILLARD HARTLEY: • “I never dare to sing as well as I can.” Boys’ Glee Club 21, ’22, ’23. ’24, ’25; Senior Carnival ’23, ’24; “The Gypsy Rover”; “Love Pirates of Hawaii”; Music Meet ’25. HENRY BEDARD: “Still waters run deep.” THE BITTER ROOT 45 William Taylor Roy Johnson Adelarde Dussault Christopher Angle Milda Korkalo Harold Deering ADELARD DUSSAULT 'Nothing small about him Public Speaking Club '22; Senate '21; Boys’ Vocational Congress ’24, '25; Dramatic Club 25; Stock Judging Club '25; Honor Roll ’25. MILDA KARKALO: “Eat, drink and be merry, For tomorrow we may die. WILLIAM TAYLOR: Taylor is our fighting man, lie made St. Patrick sick. He said it took both of his fists To turn the Irish trick. Dramatic Club '23, ’24, ’25; Declamatory Contest ’22, '23, '24, '25. CHRISTOPHER ANGLE: He came, he saw, he conquered.” Senior Carnival '24, ’25; Track ’24; Konah Staff ’25. HAROLD DEERING: His life is gentle, and the elements So mixed in him. that nature might stand up And say to all the world, ‘This is a man'.” Spanish Club ’25: Radio Club ’22: FootbalF ’23. ’24; M” Club '25: Konah Staff '23; Basket- ball ’25; Honor Roll ’22. '23, '24, ’25; Editor Bitter Root ’25; Senate '23; National Honor Society. ROY JOHNSON: Quiet and unassuming he dwells among us.” Entered from Moiese High in ’23; Stock Judging Club ’25; Stock Judging Team '25; Radio Club ’25; Radio Bug ’25. 46 THE BITTER ROOT FERD TUCKER: “A cheerful smile will set you in where a kicker is unknown.” Entered from Victor HigTi School; Boys' Vocational Congress ’25; Stock Judging Club Track Squad. IRENE NEELEY: ‘‘‘For she was jes’ the quiet kind Whose natures never vary.” EILEEN BARROWS: A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.” Member of National Honor Society; Girls’ Club. ANNA WILSON: ‘‘Anna is a quiet lass, But not to be surpassed.” Entered as a Senior from St. Regis. LYMAN BROCKWAY: “From M. H. S. at last I’m free; I wonder what’ll become of me?” MICHAEL LYNCH: “Where words are scarce they are seldom spent in vain.” ARTHUR PEAT: “With malice toward none, with charity for all.” THE BITTER ROOT 47 Lines Hooper Ritchey Wickes Severy Maclay Deering Elliott Jacobsen Clawson Jones Kimball Mannix Bielby Johnston Hannes Reeves Honor Society The membership of the Missoula Chapter of the National Honor Society, which was organized four years ago, totaled eighteen. This is an increase of five members over last year. Elections to the society are made by the faculty on the basis of scholarship, service, leadership and character. None but Seniors who rank in the upper fourth of their class are eligible, and only fifteen per cent of the class may be elected. Roge r John ston Edwin Mannix Lena Bielby Anne Kimball Frances Lines Patricia Hooper Sallie Maclay Helen Wickes Dorothy Severy Madison Jones Dorothy Elliott Inez Ilannes Charles Reeves Harold Deering Walter Jacobsen Herman Jacobsen James Ritchey Irene Clawson 48 THE BITTER ROOT Miller Cardeli Kimball Hooper Chapel Porter Maclay Blumenthal Deering Williamson Ritchey Bitter Root Staff Harold Deering Sallie Maclay Gardner Porter Anna Kimball Louise Blumenthal Patricia Hooper James Ritchey E STELLA MARCOE Roy Chapel Mary Cardell George W i llia m son Ronald Miller Mabel I. Rich Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor Athletics Literary and Art Classes Calendar Organizations Jokes Pictures Advertising Manager Circulation Managers Sponsor THE BITTER ROOT 49 We, the class of nineteen hundred and twenty-five of Missoula County High School, of County Missoula, State of Montana, being aware of the ap- proach of the end of our M. II. S. career, but being of sound and disposing minds, do hereby declare and (we doubt it) make public this our last will and testament: First, We give, devise and bequeath all our money (after debts have been paid) and property, personal or otherwise, to Missoula County High School to use as it sees fit. Second, It is our will and desire that the obsequies be in the hands of the School Board to be assisted by our principal, Mr. G. A. Ketcham. Third, We give, devise, and bequeath (1) our exceptional ability; (2) our wonderful reputation, and (3) our good opinion of ourselves to the Juniors. Fourth, We give, devise and bequeath our honor roll record and our brains to the Sophomores. Fifth, We give, devise and bequeath, our colossal nerve and tonsorial ability to the Freshmen. (Look up those two words, Freshies.) Sixth, To Mr. Ketcham we leave all fond memories. (We are taking other memories with us.) Seventh, To the faculty we bequeath hundreds of reams of paper that we have used in attempting themes, problems, etc. Eighth, We also give, devise and bequeath the following individual pos- sessions, to-wit: Lawrence Anderson's red hair to Cal Johnson; 50 THE BITTER ROOT Ted Fitzpatrick’s Irish disposition to Phillip Patterson; Nellie Hunton’s friendly smile to Erma Bollman; Irene Neely’s, Helen Ranstrum’s and Hilda Halvarri’s quiet, unassuming ways to Sophomore girls; William Taylor’s love for the Irish to Pinky Simerson; Dona May Wilson’s dramatic ability to Frances Faick; Dorothy Severv and Roger Johnston’s case to Evelyn Steele and “Bud” Sturm; Nelda Talbert’s brunette beauty to Marian Schroeder; Dorothea Kiff’s blonde beauty to Dorothy Bell; Isabel Brown’s sweet ways to Dorothy Ilays; Vernon Morris’s love—oh no, it’s gone; Myron Soelberg’s way with the women to John Sparrenberger. (Does he need it?) Marjorie Beebe’s voice, eye-lashes, and hair to freshmen girls; Frank Dorfler’s oratorical ability to Benjamin Blomquist; Anna Kimball gladly gives the blame of the will to anyone who will take it; Glenna McNorton’s scholarship to Katrina McNorton; Gean Wigal’s way with Pep Club men to Ruth Lacklen; Lena Bielby’s lovely hair to Marjorie Brock way; Lyman Brockway’s Ford to anybody who has fifty cents; Lee Evans’s blushes to Hildegard Mertz; Frank Ilamor’s curly hair to Leroy Sturm; Patricia Hooper’s Titian locks to Louise Huff; Frances Lines’s executive ability to the next Girls’ Club president; Emma Neffner’s brains to Juniors; Virginia Sedman’s demure walk to Marian Wienke; Lenita Spottswood’s and Jack Parson’s hair to all girls who have Ponjola cuts next year. Marie Bell’s hair to Catherine Besancon; Delight Beeson’s ability to wear a straight to Maybelle Willard; Florence Colby’s and Dorothea Sonntag’s giggles to Annie Mayo; Roy Chapel’s charm, personality and ambition to future snapshot editors; Allene Armstrong’s ability to ride a horse to all future M. II. S. cow punchers ; Leslie Andrews’s and Henry Bedard’s bashful ways to John Sparren- berger ; Roy Aderholt’s violin to M. II. S. orchestra; Margaret Farquahrson’s, Edith Gustafson’s and Bessie Zuber’s unique names to all Smiths and Joneses; Gertrude Heckeroth’s and George Gray’s case to Dorothy Bell and George Pease; Dorothy Ellinghouse’s auburn hair to all young Titian blondes; Harold Deering’s all around ability to future Annual editors; Adelarde Dussault’s and Murray Madeen’s size to all M. II. S. football men; THE BITTER ROOT 51 Lamar Dickinson wills memories of rides in his car to all those who had them; Inez Ilannes’s laughing eyes to bashful freshmen girls Lincoln Kellogg’s and Arthur Peat’s height to all M. H. S. baby sheiks; Louise Heyfron’s marcels to Franklin Baily; Beulah Leslie’s brains to all who need them; Walter Klose’s place in the Pep Club to the peppiest; Mary Kellogg’s charm to Merle Beebe; Willard Ilartly’s and Julian Thomas’s hair to Katherine Wilburn ; Michael James Lynch’s courage and stick-to-it-iveness to everyone; Sallie Maelay’s literary ability to next year’s essay winner; Phillip Marks’s swagger to Rowe Morrell; Allen Neely’s electrical knowledge to next year’s physics classes; Gardner Porter’s dramatic ability to new Dramatic Club members; Charles Reeves’s debating ability to Margaret Brown; George Williamson’s love to Carol Scott; Emily Thrailkill’s blushes to Clara Griffin; Alice Stoverud’s smile and cheery “Hello” to everyone she gave them to; Vivian Robertson’s speedy walk to Mrs. Dauffenbach ; Dorothy Smading’s typing ability to all E typing students; Roy Lindborg’s ear to Betty Porter; Gladys Chaffin’s hair to Mr. Ketcham and Mr. Ennis; Della York’s height to Fern Carnali; Helen Wickes’s voice to Louise Iluff; Leta Thompson’s place in the Dramatic Club to Faith Shaw; Goldie Scheibal’s smile to Thula Weisel; Dorothy Elliott’s artistic talent to Margaret Mix; Jeannette Eveland’s demure manner to Marjorie Zeli; Ina. Hanna’s shorthand ability to future students; Anna Wilson’s studious ways to future dumbbells; Robert Gilman’s sober mien to Jean McMurry; Earl Carlton’s walk to future tardy students; Irene Clawson’s happy manner to sober freshies; Mary Cardeli’s diplomatic tactics to Mr. White; Elna Breiner’s bashful ways to Mr. Bergtold; Clifford Boyd’s size to Coach Stegner; Louise Blumenthal’s typing skill to other Blumenthals; Millard Graybeal’s skill on the piano to Ida Frances Cosner; Maude Gravin’s erect carriage to Margaret Poison; Mark Gormley’s P. A. D. notebook to Miss Barrows; Harold Fuller’s Ford to Mr. Niles; Gertrude Leonard’s chuckle to Helene Wilbur; Irene Jolly is glad to will her glasses to anyone who wants them; Madison Jones’s skilL at football to Coach Stegner; Charles Paddock’s hobnail boots to Pinky Simerson; La Verne Raymer’s ankles to Ella Pollinger; 52 THE BITTER ROOT Eva Olsen’s friendly smile to everyone; Carl Nottingham’s height to Eddie Mertz; Lloyd Whiting’s brains to Paul Keith; Avis Wheat’s appealing smile to Donna Fitzpatrick; Booker Bibbs’s grades to those who need them; Jeanne Anderson’s blushes to Helen Putney; Lillian Aspengren’s, Esther Hart’s, and Caroline Lyman’s quiet, sweet ways to Mary Lee; John Beatty’s position as Dramatic Club electrician to anybody who can do as well; Dexter Fee’s Lincoln medal to next year’s biographer; Frank Eigeman’s athletic ability to rising freshmen; Jack Erkilla’s, Roy Johnson’s, and Alfred Spaulding’s bashful ways to Franklin Bailey; Earnest James gladly wills his cane to the furnace; Carl Hollensteiner’s hair to Virginia Muckier; Vandella Johnson’s ability to “step on her” to Cal Johnson (if he needs it) ; Eleanor Hull’s charming way to Helen Krebs; Raymond Merritt’s bass voice to young freshies; Lucinda Ilugos’s style to Lillian Wanamakcr; Edwin Mannix is leaving the memory of all A’s to his teachers; James Ritchey’s sober expression to Merle Beebe; Beth and Virginia leave Muchmore than they took in; Phyllis Russell’s cheerfulness to Eileen Lines; Marjorie Richardson’s rosy complexion to Joan Baker; Wellington Ross’s height to Tommy Rowe; Gordon MacDonald’s “IT” credits to future “U” students; Estelle Marcoe’s personality to Margaret Price; The superfluous weight of Dick Eberhart, Christopher Angle and Richard Mertz to Miss Carr; Eileen Barrows’s speed in getting through school to Paul Keith; Ronald Miller’s place in the Dramatic Club for someone to earn; Walter and Herman Jacobson’s interest in the fair sex to future Jacobsons; Artie Dawes’s smile to the teachers; Robert Dunton’s conscientiousness to lazy people; Marjorie Rooney’s popularity to Helen Rooney; Edward Shope’s powerful voice to Harold Carstens; Gertrude Snow’s shingle to Miss Noble; Ethel Iloverson’s slow walk to Carol Scott; Phil Henry’s brown eyes to Harold Dunbar; And lastly, we nominate and appoint as chief executors of this, our last will and testament, Mr. Ennis and Mr. White. THE BITTER ROOT 53 Prophecy PAGES FROM THE DIARY OF A SELF-MADE MAN June 12, 1945. Today, as has been the custom for the past fifteen years, my famous De Smet confetti factory ceased operation to commemorate the twentieth an- niversary of my graduation from Missoula County High School. As I advance in years, I find myself becoming of a more philosophical turn of mind and I often wonder what has happened to the people who gradu- ated with me twenty years ago; for, with the exception of a very few, I have heard very little of them during the past twenty years. Christopher Angle, who is head janitor of my confetti factory; Delight Beeson, who, of course, is the first woman governor of Montana; Roy Chapel, an up and coming junior partner of the Milltown Undertaking establishmnt; Myron Soelberg. who was last heard of as engaged in the exciting business of operating a hot dog stand in Siberia, and Charles Reeves, who, after repeated reverses in love, is at present electioneering for mayor of Lo Lo, his platform being “Down with the women and John Barleycorn P ’ are all that I have been able to keep track of in my busy career. I hereby make a resolve to leave no stone unturned until I have found out. what has become of the old bunch. June 16, 1945. Since I so nobly resolved at the last writing, I have paid a very profitable visit to the great and far-famed Flathead medicine man, Chief Under Dog, who is said to be the only living prophet of his kind and the only man who can, on the spur of the moment, tell the race, color, and past, present and future condition of servitude of any one whose name is mentioned. I found the great chief on the twenty-third floor of a thirty-two story building in Poison, a fashionable suburb of De Smet. I was completely awed by the grandeur of his spacious apartments, and, as he eyed me through his rose-colored monocle, I seemed to grow tragically small and insignificant. The chief proved to be quite approachable and very enlightening, however, and 54 THE BITTER ROOT after he had loaned me his rose-colored monocle which I found quite incon- venient, I proceeded to see all of the members of that famous class of ’25 whose names I could think of at the time. As my memory has grown rather bad of late, I shall proceed to record all that I learnd upon this eventful visit. The first thing that was revealed to me was the sumptuous apartment of a Paris designer and, as I waited, who should appear on the scene but M. Ade- larde Dussault who has become famous as the designer of exclusive evening gowns for the prima donna, Marjorie Bebe, of world renown. Next I learned that Ina Hamma and Glenna McNorton are growing quite opulent in conducting a home for the feeble minded in Iceland. A tali skyscraper in Washington, D. C., was next on the program. This proved to be the home of the “Scandal Monger,” an exclusive magazine owned, published and edited by one Miss Patricia Hooper, and guaranteed to contain all of the latest gossip of the capital. In a copy of said magazine 1 beheld a picture of a distinguished looking, bald headed gentleman. A news item under the picture read, 11 Latest photo of Senator Theodore Fitzpatrick who has re- cently gained fame for his probe into the Dorfler Automobile Company’s af- fairs.” Through the efforts of Senator Fitzpatrick, Mr. Dorfler, who is known as “Ford’s only rival,” is facing life imprisonment for violation of the pro- hibition law in attempting to perfect a car which runs on ten per cent alcohol and ninety per cent hot air. As I mentioned the name of Vernon Morris, the scene came back to more familiar things. I beheld a banquet in progress at the Florence hotel which was recently taken over by Dick Eberhart and Sons. Chief Under Dog explained that this was a reunion banquet of the class of 1935 of the University of Mon- tana. Among the many unfamiliar faces I distinguished some that I knew quite well. There were our old friends Vernon Morris, Harold Fuller, and Gordon MacDonald all of whom had won charming little leather medals for staying powers and endurance at the time of their graduation from the “U.” Michael Lynch and Walter Klose are operating a submarine line from Ireland to Finland, for the accommodation of all those wealthy people who are fortunate enough to have summer homes at the latter place. It is said that Arthur Peat of the Peat-Paddock Brokerage Company is a frequent pas- senger on this line, as are Jack Erkilla and George Gray who are the proud owners of a barber shop in Dublin. Alfred Spaulding, Lloyd Whiting, Leslie Andrews, and Earl Carlton, all business men of prominence, have taken up bachelor apartments in Hoboken. Murray Madeen, Richard Mertz, Booker Bibbs and Allen Neely have all amassed great wealth playing on the big league teams. Robert Dunton and Irene Clawson are window trimmers for Woolworth’s in the old home town. Florence Colby and Eleanor Hull are ardent reform workers in Peking, while Goldie Scheibel is president of the Gopher Prairie Woman’s club of which Gertrude Snow’ is recording secretary. Lee Evans has followed in his uncle’s footsteps and is a congressman from Montana. Anne Kimball and Estelle Mar- coe are teaching elocution and physics, respectively, in Boston. THE BITTER ROOT 55 There are also a number of the old class who have become shining lights on stage and screen. Prances Imogene Lines has gained international recogni- tion for her delightful work in the play, “My Wasted Youth,” by Herman Jacobson. James Ritchey has become a noted Shakespearian actor. Helen Wickes, Jean Anderson and Marie Bell have all had successful careers as Follies girls. Then there is Mary Kellogg, the famous toe dancer and tight rope walker, who, despite her age, still leads a foot-light (or light foot) career with Lin Kellogg as her manager. Carl Nottingham, Dexter Fee, and Phil Henry, a trio of second rate come- dians, are touring Czecho-Slovakio this season. Barnum and Baily (not Franklin) have found worth-while material in the ranks of ’25. Lenita Spottswood has been acting as official “Pat Lady” for a number of years past, while Edith Gustafson and Nellie 1 Linton are tal- ented equestriennes for Ringling Brothers of which institution Walter Jacob- son has become “high lord keeper of the seals,” a highly honorary position. Ah, it is with tears in my eyes that I record that matrimony has claimed all too many victims from among our noble ranks. Mr. and Mrs. Graybeal, nee Louise Ileyfron, are among the select “four hundred” of Paradise—that well- known city. Leta Thompson was recently married to a famous Russian noble- man, Count Awfulitch, and is living in Petrograd. Esther Ilart is taking in washing to support her worthless husband and his ten children. Mr. and Mrs. Roger Johnston have spent the last five years touring Europe—as wandering street musicians, Roger having been unsuccessful in dealing in “ futures. P Jeannette Eveland is the efficient wife of a Bitter Root chicken raiser. Lamar Dickinson’s experience in the matrimonial world is unlimited. Phyllis Russell is the charming widow of a wealthy chimney sweep. Mr. and Mrs. George Williamson, after a lingering courtship, have taken a cozy flat in Ronan. Eth- lyne Parsons took the fatal step so long ago that she has forgotten about it, and the only thing that keeps Nelda Talbert from doing the same is that she is still waiting for Rowe to graduate. But many of saner minds have put their entire lives and thoughts to the advancement of science. Ray Merritt and Phil Marks have established radio station I. 0. U. on Sumdum island. Avis Wheat, whose name is her fame when it comes to rolling in the much needed dough, is the announcer foi this well known station. Lena Bielby and Anna Wilson often go on the air from I. O. U, both of them giving scientific lectures on “The Town Clown,” an extinct bird. It is said that many long established scientific theories have been knocked flat by Lucinda Hugos, famous lady scientist. Ethel Hoverson has also contributed much to humanity through her new scientific brick-making method. These Hoverson bricks are guaranteed not to bend or break when tossed carelessly at the “meeker half.” Madison Jones has become a chiropodist of no little note. Drs. Bedard and Beatty are well established physicians of Prenchtown. Ernest James is noted for having discovered a positive cure for the disease of after-dinner speaking. But how cruel has fate been to some of our old friends! Ever since the publication of her book, “The Periodic Law,” Dorothea Sonntag has resided at 4 56 THE BITTER ROOT Warm Springs under the personal care of Gertrude Heckeroth, director of the institution. Our poor unfortunate classmate, Lyman Brockway, has just com- pleted a five-year term at Deer Lodge for having alienated the affections of a handsome bull dog, the property of Mile. Mary Cardeli, Paris hat designer. Beth and Virginia Muchmore are in charge of the county poor farm. Among those who have joined the great back-to-the-land movement are Frank Hamor and Ronald Miller who are “dude wrangling” in New York. Allene Armstrong, Dorothy Elliott and Dorothy Ellinghouse have taken up a homestead on top of Jumbo and are devoting their time to the developing of a new hybrid watercress. Mark Gormley and Carl Hollensteiner are raising guinea pigs in Brazil. Julian Thomas is raising pink frogs in the Rattlesnake. Gean Wigal and Emily Thrailkill are head dietitians on the frog farm. Clif- ford Boyd and Inez Hannes, whose minds were often wool gathering, have taken up the profession in earnest and are raising sheep in Texas and Chile, respec- tively. Roy Adderholt and Roy Lindborg are in Florida raising cane, as usual. Lawrence Anderson, Lillian Aspengren, Eileen Barrows and Robert Gilman are “knocking down” a fortune in Alaska selling Eskimo pies. Elna Breiner, Gladys Chaffin, Artie Dawes and Vandella Johnson, having completed an ex- tensive course in elocution, now belong to the A. W. C. L. (Anti-World Court League) founded and led by Dona Wilson. They are at present making a tour of Mars, attempting to convince the Martians not to join. Margaret Farquahr- son, Milda Karkalo, Beulah Leslie, and Carrie Lyman have bank accounts that look like the European war debt. These huge sums were obtained from divi- dends of shares in Irene Neely’s invention, the “Rapid Macaroni Driller” which drills holes in macaroni at a high rate of speed. Dorothea Kiff is on a lecture tour through the East. Her topic is “The West, Where Men Are Men and Women Are Safe.” Harold Deering is just finishing his last volume of a ten volume work on “Troubles of an Annual Editor.” Emma Neffner, Hilda Halvari, Eva Olson and Helen Ranstrum are still working on a perpetual motion machine. Vivian Robertson, Dorothy Smading and Bessie Zuber have just finished their song hit of the season entitled: “They Feed the Baby Garlic So They Can Find Him in the Dark.” Della York and Alice Stoverud have discovered and meas- ured the fourth dimension, thereby obtaining international fame. Frank Eigp- man is coaching the Hale football eleven and was recently awarded a Carnegie medal for putting out a team that defeated the powerful Yarvard aggrega- tion. Marjorie Richardson is selling celluloid frying pans and paraffin stove pokers. That, I believe, is all that I have to say for the present, except that, as I passed out of the presence of Chief Under Dog, his private secretary presented me with a bill which four months proceeds from my confetti factory will hard- ly cover. HISTORY 57 THE BITTER ROOT History of the Class of ’25 As envious Freshmen, steady Sophomores, proud Juniors and mighty’ Seniors the Class of 925 has served and loved M. H. S. Four seemingly short years are rapidly drawing to a close and we are about ready to turn over a new page in the countless pages of our individual “Books of Life.” We do not know what will be recorded on this next page, but we do know what is recorded in the past chapters of the great, book of our school lives and so let us turn back a couple of chapters and look with proud eyes on a record of achievement that •would be hard to improve upon. In the fall of 1921 the long-looked for day which had caused so much speculation arrived. At last we had reached the Mecca of our dreams—we were high school students! With astonished eyes we surveyed the novel surroundings. The very building appeared as wonderful as the pyramids and the teachers were objects of our silent admiration. However, when our work began in earnest, so did our troubles. At the period changes our con- fusion was very much in evidence and many of us found ourselves lost and gazing around in bewilderment for a friendly guide. Our experience was no exception and common troubles served to draw us together. Caesar and Alexander were followed in their numerous conquests, unknown quantities became known, and, in short, we attained a new dignity of astounding pro- portions. We organized early, the class being sponsored by Miss Kreiling. Eileen Barrows was chosen as President; “Mickey” McDonald, Vice-Presi- dent, and Dwight Hughes, Secretary. As Freshmen, we were unusually active, a large proportion of us succeeding in having our names grace the honor roll. At the Senior Carnival second premium was awarded our side show entitled “Scenes from Mother Goose.” In 1922 we came back as Sophomores—a wiser and smaller group. The class organization meeting was held early under the sponsorship of our new guiding light, Miss Wadell. Roger Johnston, destined to become our class intellectual, was elected President, and Anna Kimball, Secretary. This year our stunt presented at the Senior Carnival was again adjudged a success, it being a minstrel show given by a committee of which James Ritchey was chairman. On Ground Hog’s day our first dance was put on under the name of “Ground Hog’s Dance.” It is needless to add that it was a decided success. Thus terminated our first two years of eventful history. In 1923 we returned to M. II. S. proud of our record and determined to further our distinction despite the fact that our ranks were perceptibly thinned. With zest our boys threw themselves into athletics and among us aspiring linguists pored resolutely over foreign languages resolved to satisfy polyglot ambitions. Under the able sponsorship of Miss Ilershey, class of- ficers were installed. The Presidency was given to James Ritchey, Roger Johnston became Vice-President, and Anna Kimball took the office of Sec- retary. A movement was soon started to raise money for the great event of the year—the Junior Prom, by a sale of tickets for a Wesley Barry pic- ture to be shown at the Liberty theater. We were very glad that it was our 58 THE BITTER ROOT turn to give this annual social event and at the end of the school year all efforts were graciously rewarded by a never-to-be-forgotten Prom. Our Car- nival stunt, “A June Idyll,” was cleverly produced. Another event of the year to our credit was the dance given after the Butte basketball game. The class colors, sand and green, were chosen this year by an appointed com- mittee. As in previous years, this year the class did not slacken in scholar- ship. Many of our names blazed the honor roll. With the termination of this third year in M. II. S. we discovered that the school was becoming a part of us and regret was mingled with our feelings of joy—regret that we had but one year left before coming to the parting of the ways, and joy that we had been successful in struggling three-fourths the way to our goal. Due to an infantile paralysis epidemic the class of ’25 did not shoulder the responsibilities of Seniorship until unusually late in the fall season. However, we started off with a “bang” when the time did arrive, though, we were now a mere handful of the number who enlisted for work in 1921. As Seniors, Miss Rich became our sponsor and the first meeting of the year was called. The office of Class President became the honor and burden of Roger Johnston; to Mary Cardeli fell the Vice-Presidency and to George Williamson the Secretaryship. At a meeting held soon after, Edwin Mannix was chosen to edit the Bitter Root, but owing to optical trouble he was obliged to shift the responsibility to the broad and competent shoulders of Harold Deering. Sallie Maclay became assistant editor. The following staff members were appointed to assist him: Gardner Porter, sports; Roy Chapel, snapshots; Louise Blumenthal, classes; James Ritchey, organizations; Mary Cardeli, advertisements; Anna Kimball, literary; Estella Marcoe, jokes; Pa- tricia Hooper, calendar; George Williamson and Ronald Miller, circulation and subscription managers. That the class is as full of life as ever is shown by the manner in which the seniors are represented in all activities. In the interclass debate we proved our sterling worth by winning the decision over the Juniors—the judgment being rendered by the victorious Oxford debaters. Our champions were Dona Wilson and Frank Dorfler. In dramatics the school has often been entertained by Ethlyne Parsons, Lincoln Kellogg, Dona Wilson, Ronald Mil- ler, Anna Kimball, Jeannette Eveland, James Ritchey and other members of the class. Even stage directors and talented musicians such as Anna Kimball and Inez Hannes are our contributions to the world. Obvious evi- dence of business ability is to be found among such girls as Allene Armstrong, Frances Lines, Patricia Hooper and others too numerous to mention. Of literary genius there is ample supply as is proved by the wonderful poems, plays and other literary productions which have come from their pens, and Sallie Maclay won second place in the state essay contest which is sponsored by the Montana State College. The next event on the horizon of our senior existence was the annual Mixer which was but another success added to our record. The Senior Car- nival, the annual big event, was put on at the time of the Western District Tournament and was enjoyed by outsiders as well as high school students. THE BITTER ROOT 59 And—now, looking back through the channel of advancement—far back to the days when we were little new-comers, it seems a long but fruitful jour- ney to the present time. There is one thing certain among the ones who are finishing the race, and that is that not an individual regrets weathering the storms of school life. Difficulties presented themselves and have been over- come. The days at M. II. S. have become a part of our lives and we leave with regret. In our memories, perhaps, these last few days will remain dearest when we seem to reap the benefits of long, hard years of toil in the form of public acclamation, individual blessing, friendly advice, private council and with the God-speed of all face the world with light hearts determined that no single event or series of events can ever dim the memory of dear old M. II. S. So here’s to you, old M. Jf. S., From the class of June, one-nine-twenty-five, May the years to come like the years gone by Cause our love and devotion to thrive. 60 THE BITTER ROOT I WONDER IF I’f] ON THE RIGHT TRACK? 62 THE BITTER ROOT THE BITTER ROOT 63 64 THE BITTER ROOT History of the Class of ’26 Endowed with all the manners and actions of typical Freshies, the class of ’26 entered M. II. S. in the fall of 1922. As the wings of Time were grad- ually unfolded, both pleasant and unpleasant revelations came to light. The newcomers distinguished themselves by carrying the lead on the honor roll and by exhibiting unusual business ability. During this first year a faculty ruling suspended class organization but the inherent pep of these freshmen was not to be stifled by such a disappointment and they made their first break into society by giving a dance at the gym. Although an unusual success was not scored, the affair did put them “on the map” and at the same time the library was furnished with plants purchased with the proceeds. Numerous athletes made their appearance from the ranks of these shy and eager frosh this year, and an excellent basketball team was produced. A good showing was made at the interclass track meet and, as a result, the Sophs had to paint the school letters on Jumbo. In the fall of 1923 the class returned, bubbling over with the real old “pepper,” and ready to show their ability. Class organization was again postponed to a future date, much to the displeasure of these wide-awake Sophs. However, in a short time a committee was selected with Miss Nina Mitchell and Miss Davis as sponsors and with llelene Wilbur as chairman, to get up a stunt for the Senior Carnival. The act, which was entitled “Oh Henry,” was awarded second place. But, the real spirit of the class was shown in its success over the other classes in raising the greatest amounl of money. Proud of their scholarship record, the class of ’26 continued tc uphold its lead of the honor roll throughout its second year in M. H. S. As the class of ’26 entered upon its third year in M. H. S., its member? had by this time learned to truly look upon the serious side of life and, with thought and care, the following officers were elected that have ably displayed the fiery Junior spirit, so well known to M. II. S.: Leroy Sturm, President; Merle Beebe, Vice-President; Louise Lubrecht, Secretary. They deserve credit for their pep and ability. A veritable mustering of energy has taken place of late in preparation for the biggest event of the Junior year—the Junior Prom. Considering the prospects from every viewpoint, a very successful Prom is anticipated. The class of 1926 does not lay any claim to infallibility, but, however, one claim is laid—that of each success over-balancing each failure. And now, at last they are ready for the final stretch, at the end of which the class will grasp a staff whittled from the tree of education to guide its steps over the rocky path to good citizenship. So—as the class would have us heed: “Please have patience with us If we should fail a mite, For hearts as true as ours Ne’er yet gave up a fight.” 66 THE BITTER ROOT THE BITTER ROOT 67 68 THE BITTER ROOT History of the Class of ’27 Last September the Sophomore class embarked upon its second year in high school, far different from the class which a short year before had timidly acknowledged itself to be the Freshman class. The members of the class no longer needed to wear the mask of humility but could take part in any social activity in full and regular standing as high school students. In their Freshman year these jSophs were awed by the haughty, over- bearing manner of the Seniors. The Juniors seemed near perfection and the Sophomores looked askance at everything they did. The class did not organize, due to a faculty ruling. This year the word “Sophomore” has a new meaning—a combination of work and leisure. Early in the year the class was organized enough to produce its side show at the Senior Carnival. Its stunt entitled “Our Jim,” scored a big success. With its present ideals and ambitions this class should leave many names on the record of M. II. S. as examples of what students can really do by the time it is ready to grasp the staff of seniorship. Ap- proaching its Junior year which means more responsibilities, the class now bids its Sophomore year a happy good-bye. 70 THE BITTER ROOT THE BITTER ROOT 71 • 72 THE BITTER ROOT History of the Class of ’28 M. II. S. opened her eyes when on September 28, 1924, four hundred or more gallant “Freshies” found their way into her portals, each and everyone of them hoping to some day be a pride of the school—a Senior. Though they were exceedingly green-looking, awkward and strange, their sagacity ex- ceeded that of the rest of the world except, of course, the revered Seniors. Some surged boldly forward while others fell back, a bit loathe to trust these doors. Upon entering this higher state of education, they immediately ac- quired an eagerness to attain any honor which might be their lot to enjoy. Education took on a different aspect for, despite the jeers, taunts, and per- secutions at the hands of the Sophs and other more enlightened student bodies, they acquired a consuming desire to master the mystery and mazes of algebra, English, Latin, science and other apparently insoluble subjects. Having survived the tender welcome which the upper-class men gave them, they began to look to the future when they would have the privilege of doing unto their followers as had been done unto them. It did not take long to find the real substance of these recruits—that they were merely lacking in experience; that they were full of pep and ginger, ready for fun and ambitious in school, good-hearted and everything that prophesied a good future. This was gleaned from their attitude and their work. Now, as this first year nears an end, their awkwardness and greenness become less noticeable. The new experience of high school life has proved its worth, for none of the Freshmen would have missed, for any price, those first hard knocks—the sensation of being laughed at, the shock of having the floor come up and hit him in front of a bunch of Seniors, the first DJs in examinations, and, in short, the initiation into the school. 74 THE BITTER ROOT Captain—Itay Sturm Captain—Frank Eigeman THE BITTER ROOT 75 76 THE BITTER ROOT Football Personnel RAY STURM (Fullback). Here was a man who could be counted on to deliver the goods when called upon. He did most of Missoula’s punting and passing and was named by Scott as one of the men of especial value to his team. Fight is three-fourths of the game. DICK LATIMER (Captain-Elect—Quarterback). Dick was cool at all times and a man who handled the team as well as he did the ball. Being forced to leave school when he moved to Butte. Dick left a vacancy in next year's team which will be hard to fill. Linemen, it’s the first inch that counts. DWIGHT HUGHES (Tackle). He was one of the biggest men on the team and put every ounce of his weight and fight into every play. “June” was next to invincible on the line. Named by Scott as being of especial value to his team. The game is never won till the whistle blows. HAROLD DEERING (Tackle). After a bad leg had slowed him up the previous season, he came back determined to make a letter. “Smack ’em down” was his motto. Named by Scott as one of the three men of especial value to his team. When in doubt, Punt! FRANK EIGEMAN (Halfback). The Kalispell fans called him “like Higerman” and with admiration, too. Though knocked out and thrown for losses at times, he always came back with a grin. That’s all right, Frankie, old man, dynamite1 comes in small packages. Linemen, get low, use your hands, and dig! HARLEY JELLISON (End). “Jelly” was dead on tackles as well as “snagging” passes. He went down the field fast on punts and got his man. His battle cry was “The bigger they come, the harder they fall.” Hit ’em high; hit ’em low; give ’em hell, Missoula, let’s go! THE BITTER ROOT 77 GORDON MUCKLER (End). “Muck” fought his way to a letter this year at one of the end positions. He could hold his own at all times and make it hot for the fellow who got in his way. Clean playing makes football an American sport. STEWART PRATHER (Center). Though this was the first year for “Fat,” he was a stone wall on defense. Whenever an opposing quarterback sent one of his backs on a center rush, he was prone to stop rather suddenly. If you sec a wrong colored jersey, knock it down! WALTER JACOBSEN (Halfback). “Jake” was a good defensive player who fought from start to finish. Hacks, follow your interference! HERMAN JACOBSEN (Guard). Here is the other “Jake,” and when it came to playing football—well, they are just what the nickname implies. Backs, never run backward to get around a man! EDWIN HUGHES (Guard). He was not so big, but big enough. And the best part of it is that Ed will be smacking them next year, too. In the long run, some defeats often prove to be victories. AARON KNAPP (Guard). This was Knapp’s first year at M. II. S. and we’ll say we got an ace when we got him. He’ll be filling a Purple and Gold suit next year, also. Always be on the offensive. Hit the other yuan first. There were many boys who turned out regularly and took the mud and “knocks” with a grin, even though they knew they would not make their letters. To these boys we give our hand and can only say “Stick with it; that’s the stuff real football players are made of.” 78 THE BITTER ROOT Football At the outset of the 1924 football season, M. II. S. was confronted with several handicaps. Lack of material and a late start, due to the paralysis epidemic, were discouraging, to say the least. All but three of last year’s letter men graduated, the remaining players of experience being Sturm and Latimer, backs, and Dwight Hughes, tackle. The final line-up showed the back field to average but 132 pounds, although the line was heavier. Coach Stegner met all of these obstacles admirably and late in September began moulding a team around Sturm as captain. The squad, though light, was drilled to know the full value and significance of fighting. With only two weeks of preliminaries, Missoula’s gridsters journeyed to Poison on October 11 where they tangled with the Lake city aggregation in the first game of the season. Though no yardage was made through the Purple and Gold’s line, two passes netted them a 13-0 victory. The following Saturday, October 18, after a rally, the largest since the championship team, our scrappy warriors matched brains and brawn with Deer Lodge’s huskies. Fighting for every inch of ground and holding it with bull-dogged determination, at the final whistle Missoula found herself on the long end of a 12-6 score. Sturm again proved the jinx for the “Prison City” boys, making the winning touchdown after intercepting an opponent’s pass. “Midget” Jones also intercepted a pass which made the other six points. On October 25, with revenge in their hearts, the gang made) a pilgrimage to Kalispell in Yellow busses. The squad that had now gained a reputation for itself was cheered to victory by a large accompaniment of M. II. S. rooters. During the first half we launched a fast, plunging attack off tackle which swept the heavier opponents off their feet, gh ing Missoula a 10-0 lead. In the last half Kalispell staged a come-back with a snappy aerial attack which left them but three points behind at the final gun. Captain Sturm was unable to take the trip and his support was greatly missed. The last game of the season was dropped to Mt. St. Charles by one point. A spread formation used by the Helena Saints at first baffled the team and allowed them a touchdown. A kick was then converted and the Academy boys led by seven points. A touchdown was later made by Dick Latimer who failed at a goal try by inches, due to a poor pass from center. Mt. St. Charles held their one point lead throughout the rest of the game. Games had been scheduled with Butte Central and Loyola but, due to adverse weather conditions, both games were cancelled. Missoula ended her season with a “batting” average of 50 per cent. THE BITTER Ro6t THE BITTER ROOT 81 Basketball Personnel FRANK EIGEMAN (Captain-Elect). Frank was, first of all, a fighter from the whistle. lie played equally well at guard or forward. M. II. S. is sorry to lose a leader and sportsman like Frank. Basketball is a game of darts. AARON KNAPP (Captain-Elect). Though this was Knapp’s first year as a regular, he played a hard, steady game at guard, and we feel he will lead the next year’s team to many victories. The essence of basketball is accurate shooting and control of the ball. CLARENCE JOHNSON. Though not eligible until the middle of the season, ‘‘Cal” stepped in and did his stuff at forward. Dribbling is a necessary evil. EDWARD DVORAK. Ed played a fine scoring and floor game at center although he was not eligible until the second semester. It takes five men working all the time to win a game. ARDEN HUGOS. He was the “Dead Eye Dick” of the team and he used his shooting to advantage. Follotv your shots for close-ups. MADISON JONES. Jones plays a good consistent game at guard. In spite of his small size he was a valuable man to the team. Keep your eyes on the ball and your opponent at the same time. There were, of course, many substitutes and others that turned out every night who did not play enough quarters to earn a letter but gave all they had to put the team over big just the same. To these we owe our hearty thanks. 82 THE BITTER ROOT Basketball The Interclass Games The Juniors won the interclass games this year after a series of hard fought battles. The Seniors earned second place and the Sophomores were third. The games were played two days, November 20 and 21. The first day’s results were: Juniors 14, Sophs 10. Seniors 22, Frosh 6. The final day’s scores were: Juniors 14, Seniors 4. Sophs 7, Frosh 4. Missoula, 7; Thompson Falls, 16 (Dec. 19) After a few weeks’ practice, the squad journeyed to Thompson Falls where they lost to a more experienced team, 16 to 7. Men who made the trip were Greybeal, Knapp, Deering, Eigeman, Olson, Hugos, and Scott. Missoula, 2; North Central, Spokane, 37 (Dec. 30) North Central stopped here on their successful tour of Montana and left with a 37 to 2 win. This team was far above any Montana team, for they ran up large scores against the strongest high school quints of the state. Missoula, 7; Loyola, 11 (Jan. 3) The first of the city title series went to Loyola when we met defeat in their gym. Missoula was at all times handicapped by the small size of their floor. Every point was bitterly contested. Graybeal showed the best for the high school. Missoula, 10; Philipsburg, 8 (Jan. 9) Missoula won her first game of the season when she defeated the Granite county lioopsters, 10 to 8, on the home floor, in an extra period contest. The game was listless until the extra period in which the locals played some real ball. Captain Eigeman’s basket won the game while Anderson did a lot of good work throughout the game. Missoula, 17; Cubs, 27 (Jan. 13) A hard fought game went to the University freshmen on our own floor. Missoula showed a snappy brand of ball, but height and experience were against us. THE BITTER ROOT 83 Missoula, 5; Butte, 30 (Jan. 17) Butte’s big, smooth-working team crushed the light Missoula defense to win here, 30 to 5. Missoula showed flashes of offense, but had no eye for the nets. Missoula, 8; Butte Central, 19 (Jan. 23) The last home game of the season with a foreign foe went to Butte Central by a 19 to 8 score. Many personal fouls were called and Jovich of Central and Graybeal of Missoula were removed on account of injuries. Missoula showed a good passing game but could not locate the nets. Missoula, 12; Butte, 35 (Jan. 30) Weakened by the loss of Graybeal, the team went to Butte where they dropped two games. The first night they made a great showing against Butte high, but again height and experience were against them. Missoula, 14; Butte Central, 17 (Jan. 31) The next night they lost a tough-luck game to Central. Failing to start playing, they allowed Central to score three points which was enough to win. After that they completely outplayed Central in all phases of the game and lost only through hard luck. Hugos was high point man for the evening with four field goals. Missoula, 15; Loyola, 12 (Feb. 5) Missoula evened the count in the race for city titles when she defeated Loyola on the home floor, 15 to 12, February 5. With Johnson and Dvorak eligible and in the lineup, the team was strengthened by having these men from last year’s squad. The game was fast and the final score was always in doubt though Missoula gained an early lead and held it throughout the contest. Hugos, Dvorak, and Johnson each had two baskets, which accounted for most of the Missoula points. Missoula, 14; Cubs, 46 (Feb. 10) In a return game on the University floor, the undefeated Cubs ran away from the high school after being held to a close score the first quarter. Missoula, 12; Deer Lodge, 20 (Feb. 13) On the third trip of the season Missoula secured an even break, losing to Deer Lodge the first night on the Powell county floor. The game was rough, there being 18 fouls called on the opponents. The floor was small and we were unable to penetrate their defense for any close-ups. 84 THE BITTER ROOT Missoula, 30; Philipsburg, 15 (Feb. 14) The night following the Deer Lodge game the Purple and Gold won an easy game from the Philipsburg quint. A lead gained in the first minutes of play was maintained throughout with Hugos roping them from mid-floor. District Tournament (Feb. 19-20-21) This year’s tournament was held at the Butte School of Mines gym, under the auspices of the Butte Central High School. Failing to take advantage of what should have been a set-up game for us, we lost our chances toi go to the state meet in the first game. Nevertheless, the gang came back with lots of fight and defeated this team by an easy margin and won another game. They then played the surprise game of the tournament and won much praise and admiration by holding Butte, later the state champs, to a 22-17 score. Missoula, 17; Philipsburg, 9 The gang regained their shooting eyes and, led by Dvorak ran up a good lead in our third victory over the Granite county lads this season. Missoula, 20; Boulder, 12 In the return game Missoula, though not yet up to form, showed herself to be far the superior team by defeating Boulder by eight points. Missoula, 17; Butte, 22 In the contest for fourth place, Missoula played the surprise game when she scored with Butte point for point. The state champs only succeeded in winning in the last few minutes when they staged a desperate rally. The scoring lead changed five times during the game. Missoula, 23; Loyola, 5 (Mar. 7) Missoula kept the city crown by easily defeating Loyola in the deciding game of the series. Dvorak was high point man for the high school. The game was played in the University gymnasium. THE BITTER ROOT 85 Track The weather man, who was evidently feeling in top notch condition, favored us with a warm early spring and the track men, catching the fever, turned out as soon as the snow left. With no lettermen left over from last year, the squad was left pilotless, but nevertheless worked just as hard. CLASS MEET. The school had a chance to give the gang the once over at the interclass meet held April second. The Seniors took the meet with ease, netting a total of (io points, a lead of 26 points over their nearest competitors, the Juniors, who pulled down 39. The Sophs earned third place by a margin of 16 points over the only point scored by the Frosh. John Sparrenberger was high point man of the meet, taking without difficulty all events that he entered. STATE MEET. Though Missoula entered the twenty-second interscholastic track meet with a comparatively weak team, it won the praise and admiration of the spectators by its unfailing spirit and sportsmanship. Lamar Jones made Missoula's point by placing fifth in the shot put, but the rest of the squad deserves a great deal of credit and praise for their consistent work and train- ing during the entire season. Missoula “threw the big surprise of the meet when her relay team, after having an extremely poor start, climbed up to third place at the finish. After all, it does not matter so much whether wc won or not, but how we played the game, and we certainly played the game fairly and as well as any champion team ever produced. Missoula’s entries consisted of A. Akerson, II. Carstens, E. Dvorak, R. Elmore, D. Fee, I). Hughes, W. Jacobsen, L. Jones, C. Johnson, W. Lemieux, G. Lockwood, E. Mannix, A. Spaulding, L. Sturm, L. Thibodeau, E. Thomas. The first five places went to Butte with 36, Hamilton with 23] j, Billings with 19 J� , Three Forks with 12, and Flathead with II1 - 86 THE BITTER ROOT Song for the Class of ’25 (Tune of “Battle Hymn of the Republic.”) The class of ’25 Is now about to leave the school. And everyone is happy For we’ve tried to mind the rule; We have gained a store of knowledge And we’ll use it as a tool, This class of ’25. CHORUS: Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Glory ! Glory ! Hallelujah ! Our class of ’25. We have gone through all the studies, English, Latin, and the rest; At times we’ve done our poorest And at others done our best; We have flunked exams and quizzes, But we’ve passed the four year test, This class of ’25. (Chorus) We have a staff of teachers here In M. H. S., you see, Who can teach their chosen subjects All the way from A to Z; And although we vexed them greatly They always fair would be, To the class of ’25. (Chorus) Now to all our fellow students And our teachers good and true; To the “boss” whose name is Ketcham, And our sponsor, Miss Rich, too; To everyone connected With the school we bid adieu, This class of ’25. (Chorus) Phil Henry, ’25. ORGANIZATIONS THE BITTER ROOT 87 Missoula Co. High School Students’ Association OFFICERS Charles A. Reeves...............................President Richard Elmore ----- Vice-President Catherine Daigle................................Secretary L. C. Ennis - Treasurer The Students’ Association finances all athletic teams and the Konah. Membership fees were lowered to $3.50 this year instead of $5.00 which they were last year. The membership card, which the fee purchases, entitles the holder to a year’s subscription to the Konah and to admission to all home basketball and football games. 88 THE BITTER ROOT Marks Merritt Hannes McDonald Reeves Severy Elmore Klose Beebe Brown L. Jones (Yell King) %k � Zc4. Pep Club The Pep Club is a new organization in school this year. Its chief aim is the promoting of school spirit, especially as opposed to forcing school spirit. The work of this club parallels the work of various similar organizations that may be found in most of the more important schools of the country. The Pep Club made its first public appearance at the rally, the night preceding the Deer Lodge-Missoula football game. The members helped to lead the cheering, and keep the groups of students organized, so as to give the best effect. In October the Pep Club accompanied the football team to the Kali spell game at Kalispell. During the basketball season, the club took tickets at the doors and helped the yell king with the cheering. Officers elected this year were Walter Klose, President, and Merle Beebe, Vice-President. THE BITTER ROOT 89 Reed Davis Kirkwood McCormick Leek Chambers Muckier Morrell Wales Jones The Orchestra The orchestra was organized again last fall under the direction of Miss Wilkinson of the department of music in Missoula High School. With regular practice periods during the week, it has prepared several programs, which were given in assembly. In accordance with past practice, the orchestra fur- nished instrumental accompaniment for the annual musical comedy, which this year was “The Love Pirates of Hawaii.” 90 THE BITTER ROOT Hannes Eveland Kimball Miller Ronan (F) Hooper Sedinan Smading P. Lines Marks Beebe Mar-lay Eliott Porter Merritt Eberh rt THE KONAH Established December 18. 1913. (Pronounced Kon-ah. It is the word for Bitter Root in the language of the Shoshone Indians. The school is indebted to that great artist of Western Life, E. S. Paxson, for this appropriate title for the student publication.) Entered as second-class matter. October 5. 1923. at the postoffice at Missoula, Montana, under the act of March 3, 1879. Acceptance for mailing at special rate of postage provided for in section 1103, Act of October 3. 1917, authorized October 5, 1923. Higgins. Eddy and Connell Avenues Published every Friday Missoula County High MADISON. 1 4S50C t Editor-in-Chief Sports Editors. .Sallie Maclay i i 'h k Eberh rt (Gardner Porter Business Mgr. .. Circulation Mgr, Office ......... REPORTERS Feature............ j Students’ Association Girls’ Club.......... News ................ Virginia Sedman Inez Hannes ...Ronald Miller .Patricia Hooper Anna Kimball Personal.... Alumni .... Senior Class. Exchange... Sponsor—Margaret Ronan Philip Marks Raymond Merritt ...Marjorie Beebe f Dorothy Elliott ( Milda Korkala •Jeannette Eveland Dorothy Smading f Frances Lines ( Harry Spaulding Per Year. $2.00 Single Copies 10c Top Row—Beebe, Associate Editor; Hamor. Exchange; Eliott, Editor-In-Chief; Brown. Circulation Manager; Nottingham, Senior Class; Rooney, Office. Middle Row—Jones, Sport; Johnston, Glee Clubs; Skeels. Sport; Angle, Students Association; Merritt, Business Manager; Dorfler, Circulation Manager. Bottom Row—Leonard, Exchange; Neffner, Personal: Hoverson. Alumni; Marcoe, Feature; Wilson, Dramatic Club; Scheibal, Personal; Dixon, Feature; Marceys, Junior Class. sO THE BITTER ROOT 92 THE BITTER ROOT Ritchey Elmore Hartley R. Johnston Nearman Lindborg Miller Dickinson Brown Sagar Wohlschlager McDonald Neely Shope Kellogg H. Johnson Boys’ Glee Club The Bovs’ Glee Club has had a very successful year under the able direction of Miss Wilkinson of the Missoula High music department. The Glee Club sang in several assemblies throughout the year and also at the Teacher’s Convention, Woman’s Club, and Parent-Teachers meetings. In co- operation with Miss Moore, the Dramatic Club sponsor; Girls’ Glee Club, and Orchestra, it staged the musical comedy, “Love Pirates of Hawaii,” in a highly successful manner. The proceeds from this production were used to send the Glee Clubs and soloists to the Montana Interscholastic Music Meet at Butte. At this meet the boys won second place in the Glee Club competition, and with the Girls’ Glee Club, second place in the mixed chorus event. The hoys’ quar- tet, made up of Glee Club members, won third in that event. The officers this year were Ronald Miller, President, and Roger Johnston, Secretary. THE BITTER ROOT 93 Noble (F.) Schroeder Mair (F.) Hooper Mann (F.) Bielby Severy Arnold (F.) I. Brown Wanamaker Elmore Lee Price Hughes Mercer Lacklen Swartz Mix Armstrong Daigle F. Lines Kimball Eliott Hannes Lubrecht Girls’ Club Cabinet The Girls’ Club, to which every girl in school belongs, had a very success- ful year. The officers were Frances Lines, President; Catherine Daigle, Vice-Presi- dent. and Anne Kimball, Secretary. The sponsors were Miss Noble, Miss Mann, Miss Berthot, Miss Mair, and Miss Arnold. The chairman of the five cabinet committees were as follows: Program, Frances Lines; Social Service, Cath- erine Daigle; Social, Allene Armstrong; Membership, Dorothy Elliott; Finan- cial, Anne Kimball. The first work of the year was managing the “Little Sister” plan. This was successfully done and the “Co-ed Prom,” to which each “big sister” brought her “little sister,” was given. This was probably the best attended dance given this year and was a complete success. The source of revenue this year was from the daily candy bar sales. About $375.00 in all was cleared in this way. Most of this was voted into the loan fund, making it $800.00. Social service work was done at Christmas time for the poor families of Missoula and also throughout the year. Many families have been helped in some way by the Girls’ Club this year. The membership committee managed a new scheme this year. Flowers were sent to all girls who were out of school several days due to illness. This was very satisfactorily done and will be carried out in the future. The social committee also put on a Christmas Kid’s party and has exten- sive plans under way for even a. bigger and better Mothers’ Day tea, than any before given. The membership committee put on the Girls’ Club Carnival stunt this year and won first place. The year’s activities will end with a picnic and mock track meet. 94 THE BITTER ROOT Davis Lee Daigle Broman Olson Weinke Johnson (F.) Hooper Jeffery Tusitala The Tusitala Girl Reserves which was organized last year includes the three upper classes. The officers selected for Hie year were: Patricia Hooper, President; Catherine Daigle, Vice-President; Mary Lee, Secretary, and Mildred B ro man, T re asure r. Last year four girls were sent from here to Seabeck conference and about twenty-five girls enjoyed a week’s camping trip at Seeley Lake. Plans are being made for both Seabeck and a camp at Seeley Lake again this year. With Miss Maude Johnson and Miss Barrows as advisers, the club has had a successful time. The prominent activities of the year were: An Easter morning breakfast, a poppy sale for disabled war veterans and a Mother and Daughter banquet. Cocoa was sold from time to time during the winter months for the benefit of those who brought their lunches. THE BITTER ROOT 95 Lines, Hannes, Smading, Eliott, Graven, Blumenthal, Hamma, Clawson, Russell, Smith, Sonntag, Hunt (F.) Sacajawea Camp Fire Girls In February, 1920, the Sacajawea Camp Fire was organized. This group is the oldest camp fire organization in M. II. S. Miss Hunt has been the guardian for the last four years but after this year she intends to give up camp fire work. The officers this year were President, Dorothy Elliott; Vice- President, Frances Lines; Secretary, Florence Colby; Treasurer, Dorothy Smading. December 12 a party was given for the mothers of the members. A pro- gram consisting of music, dancing, and a talk by Miss Hunt was given for the entertainment of the visitors. “Kelly and I,” a musical stunt, was put on by the group at the Senior Carnival. A successful cake sale increased the amount in the camp fire treas- ury to over $24.00. This sum may be used for a camping trip this summer. 96 THE BITTER ROOT Swearingen (F.) Tracer Krebs Huckaba Berg Mercer Bines Farrell Brown Skeels Swartz Wilbur Paulson Kurtz Osthinia Camp Fire The Osthinia Camp Fire, with Miss Swearingen as guardian, was organ- ized two years ago by a group of Freshman girls. Afterwards the organiza- tion grew to be one of the important groups in school. The officers for the year were Dorothy Brown, President: Vice-President ; Margaret Paulson, Secretary, and Edith Berg. Pansy Tracer, T reasurer. In order to send a representative to the Bozeman Vocational Congress, several successful sales were held. Dorothy Brown was chosen as delegate, representing the Missoula Woman’s Club and the Osthinia Camp Fire. The girls have made many hikes, and they carried on social service work at Christ- mas time. When Miss Swearingen left at the end of the first semester, the group disbanded. THE BITTER ROOT 97 Wagar Newton McCormick Danforth Tracer Davis Daigle Van Dorn Miller Panforth Swearingen (F.) Mi-wa-yola Camp Fire This lias been a rather quiet year for the Mi-wa-yola Camp Fire, partly due to the departure of Miss Swearingen. Miss Wadell was elected to the guardianship. We accomplished something in charity work and have started the work on our summer plan, which is to become better acquainted with the birds, flowers, and trees of our country. At present the officers are as follows: President, Helen Wagar; Vice- President, Pearl McCormick; Treasurer, Ethel Danforth; Secretary, Verna Danforth. 98 THE BITTER ROOT Craw Wilcox Olson Miller Crawford Swang'O Ridse Muckier Cody Putney Crosby .Tones Michaud Wilson The Do-Shi-Kai Girl Reserve The Do-Shi-Kai girls. Do-Shi-Kai is Girl Reserve Club was organized last year for a Chinese word meaning 11 friendship. , Freshman The officers chosen for the year were: Virginia Muckier, President; Mar- jory Crawford, Vice-President; Clara Michaud, Secretary, and Gertrude Jones, Treasurer. This year, under the leadership of Miss Clark and Miss Ryan, the girls have had many happy times, not only in play, but in service and work toward that one goal—a Girl Reserve ring. THE BITTER ROOT 99 Robertson Sonntag Farnham Marjorie Beebe Severy Kellogg Cosner Huff Dickinson Merle Beebe Noll Stevens Price Morrell Wickes Meagher Girls’ Glee Club The Girls’ Glee Club did some very fine work this year under the direction of Miss Helen Wilkinson. This club appeared at several assemblies, and sang at the Tecaher’s Convention and Woman’s Club meetings, and in cooperation with Miss Moore, the Dramatic Club leader, the Boys’ Glee Club and the or- chestra, staged the light opera, “Love Pirates of Hawaii,” in a highly success- ful manner. The proceeds from this production were used to send the Glee Clubs and soloists to the annual Montana’ Interscholastic Music meet, held this year at Butte. The girls’ quartet composed of members of the Glee Club, and the mixed quartet, composed of members of both Glee Clubs, won second and third places, respectively, in their competitions at Butte. The officers this year were Marjorie Beebe, President; Margaret Price, Secretary. 100 THE BITTER ROOT Gilman Miller Brown Dewit Reevea KIoho Boden Johnson Wtgal Merritt Wllllami Radio Club After failing to secure a sponsor, the Radio Club reorganized this year with a new constitution and set out for themselves. Ray Merritt was elected President the first semester; Stuart Brown, Vice-President, and Charles Reeves, Secretary. Second semester, Walter Klose, President; Stuart Brown, Vice- President; Robert Gilman, Secretary. The club gave a very successful “hot dog” sale early in the year to pur- chase radio parts. The set was successfully reconstructed during the year by the club. Under the direction of Mr. Floyd Merritt, the club produced a suc- cessful one-act play, “Radio Bugs,” which won second place in the Senior Carnival. TluimuH Miller Moore R) I ximkm ti 11 KHzKernUl Partiw PouIhou WIIhoti Kulnk Taylor KoII kk Snyder Willard Beebe Gardoll Suirrn Thompnint Marks LIuph Skeels Price McDonald Spottnwood Morrle Kimball Klmeriton Mumm Grluwuld Rltcliey Griffin Walfonl ParstiHH D. McDonald Mcniflwi' Ho v - Kvtland Dramatic Club The Dramatic Club has just completed a decidedly successful year with Kthlvne Parsons as president, Leroy Sturm as vice-president, Hyland Walford as secretary, and Miss Moore as sponsor. Numerous meetings we ret held through- out tlie year, the regular time being the second and fourth Mondays in each month. At thesi� meetings programs were given such as reading short plays, a puppet show, reports on current dramatic topics and the like. The first public work done this year was the presentation of four one-act plays written by the Seniors of ’24 and produced and acted by members of the club. Three of these plays, “The Tourist,” by Theodore Lundquist; “The Penalty,” by Doris McDaniels, and “The Vigil,” by Mary Elizabeth Sedman, were presented in December, while “Hurrytown on the Hudson,” written by Bob McKenzie, was given at the Senior Carnival. Considerable was accomplished this year in the way of equipping the stage. Especially notable in this work was the purchase of a set of border lights for the stage and a new switch system to replace tin highly unsatisfactory one that was installed when the auditorium was built. Also a new sky back- drop was constructed and painted by the Dramatic Club and paid for on a 50-50 basis by the Dramatic Club and the Glee Club. The annual Dramatic Club dance, which is the only program school dance except the Prom, was given this year on April 24. This year the club was, as usual, one of the most successful, from the point of view of good work accomplished, of all the organizations in M. II. S. The dramatic Club gives one long play every year. The one presented this year was Jean Webster’s delightful four-act comedy, “Daddy Long- Legs.” The cast and producing staff for this play was as follows: 102 THE BITTER ROOT Jervis Pendleton James McBride ..... Cyrus Wykoff ...... Aimer Parsons ..... Griggs ............ Walters ........... Judy .............. Miss Pritchard .... Mrs. Pendleton .... Julia Pendleton Sallie McBride Mrs. Semple ...... Mrs. Lippett Sadie Kate ....... Gladiola ....... Loretta .......... Ma mie ............ Freddie Perkins ... Carrie ........... The Maid .......... Stage Manager..... Business Manager Property Managers Prompters......... Electricians....... Director—Miss Moore CAST OF CHARACTERS .......................................Lincoln Kellogg ....................................... Ronald Miller .........................................James Ritchey ....................................Harold Fitzgerald Stewart Thomas Ryland Walford ........................................ Merle Beebe ........................................ Zalilia Snyder ....................................Lenita Spottswood Leta Thompson ......................................... Anna Kimball ......................................Margaret Poulson ................. Dona Mae Wilson Jeannette Breland Frances Lines .....-.................................. Clara Griffin i i.-II Griswold Howard Hubert .........................................Frances Falck Ma rj Cardeli James Ritchej ..............-........................ Coveil Skeels Jeannette Kveland. Clara Griffin. Frances Lines .................Lenita Spottswood. Margaret Poiilson ..............................John Beatty, Robert Erl� T1IE TOURIST By Theodore Lttndquist, 24 Time-1920. Place—On the border between Canada and Montana. Sergeant McMaster............. Blackie ...................... Jack Boe ..................... Ed Healy ..................... A1 Crooks .................... Sheriff of Sheridan County A Detective ............. A Montana Rancher Director -Merle Beebe. THE CAST .................................James Ritchey .............................. Stewart Thomas .......................Harold Fitzgerald ................................Coveil Skeels .............................Donald McDonald .............................Adclarde Dussault Phil Marks William Taylor Assistant Director—Muybelle Willard. THE PENALTY By Doris Me Daniel, ’24 Time—1880. Place—A miner’s cabin in Montana. TIIE CAST Mrs. Milroy ....................................................... Ethiyne Parsons Marjorie Milroy Jeannette Eveland THE BITTER ROOT 103 Mr. Milro.v Lewis Wolfe ................... Guy Brook ..................... Jim Harris .................... The Miners..................... Director—Clara Griffin. ..... Lincoln Kellogg .............................. Ronald Miller Ryland Walford ..........................Gordon MacDonald .Tommy Howe, Howard Hubert, Vernon Morris Assistant Director -Mary Cardeli. THE VIGIL By Mary Elizabeth Sedman, 24 Time—Vigilante Days in Montana. Place—A miner’s cabin in Alder Gulch. THE CAST Nancy Harpster Peter Harpster Jami ...........-.... Jake Brown .......... Ban t on ............ “Club-Foot George”... Director—Anna I Iona W lison ...................................................Leroy Sturin Hazel M mmm William Taylor Phil Marks Arthur Slm Kimball Assistant Director—Frances Lines. Electrician- John Beatty. The light opera, “Love Pirates of Hawaii,” was given hv the Glee Clubs and the orchestra of the High School. This is said to be the best light opera ever put on in M. II. S. and one of the best of all of our stage produc- tions. THE CAST Dorothj Dear Merle Beebe m i— Primer i � « i «.ib; Seterj K; i rnlani Ma rga ret Price Lehua Mary Morrell Lilnoe ...................................................... Marjorie Dickinson Maile Ramona Noll Billj Wood Roy Adderholt Pirate Chief .................................................... Lincoln Kellogg Scary ..............................................................James Ritchey Hawaiian Girls Helen Wickcs, Dorothea Banning, Vivian Robertson, Jean McMurray, Zahlia Snyder. Lois Jane Stephenson, Rosemary Meagher, Mary Kellogg, Louise Huff. Pirates—Ronald Miller, Willard Hartley, Howard Johnston, Ray Wohlsehlagar, Stuart Brown, Allen Neeley, Riehard Elmore, Lamar Dickinson, Roger Johnston. PRODUCING STAFF Music Director—Miss Wilkinson. Dramatic Director—-Miss Moore. Business Manager—Roger Johnston. Stage Managers—Ronald Miller, Roger Johnston. Costumes—Margaret Price. Prompter—I)o rot by I)raper. Electricians—John Beatty, Robert Erb, Ray Sturm. The High School orchestra furnished instrumental accompaniment for the music of the piece. 104 THE BITTER ROOT Scene from The Tourist,” by Theodore Lundquist Scene from “The Penalty, by Doris McDaniel THE BITTER ROOT 105 Scene from “The Love Pirates of Hawaii” 106 THE BITTER ROOT The Debate Team The Debate Squad has done unusual work this year, under the supervision of Mr. Niles. It. was organized during the fore part of the year, and elected Frank Dorfler, President, and Dona Wilson, Secretary. The membership list consists of Charles Reeves, Frank Dorfler, Dona Wilson, Lena Mercer, Margaret Brown, Estelle Fairbrother, Lucinda Hugos, Helen Krebs, Roger Johnston, Harold Fitzgerald, Ted Fitzpatrick, and Martin Khoelor. The question de- bated on during the entire season was “Resolved, That the United States Should Join the World Court.” The first public appearance was made in an inter- scholastic debate between the Juniors and Seniors. The squad was green and timid but showed excellent ability. The affirmative side of the question was upheld by Lena Mercer and Martin Khoelor, for the Juniors, and Dona Wilson and Frank Dorfler upheld both the negative side of the question and the Senior class. A two to one decision was given in favor of the Seniors. The next battle of wits was held with Philipsburg, in our own auditorium. Charles Reeves, Roger Johnston, and Frank Dorfler, upheld the negative side of the question and Missoula High. A unanimous decision was rendered in favor of Missoula. A double debate with Butte was next. Butte sent her negative team to Missoula to meet Lena Mercer, and Margaret Brown, supporting Missoula, and who won by a two to one decision, and Missoula sent her negtaive team, consisting of Frank Dorfler and Charles Reeves, to Butte. The decision there came out a tie. The District Championship was won by Missoula, when Dona Wilson, Roger Johnston, and Charles Reeves met the Stevensville team. A unanimous decision was given. The last series of debates will be held at the State University in May. THE BITTER ROOT 107 Johnston Fitzpatrick Fitzgerald Reeves Dorfler Krebs Brown Wison Hu goes Mercer Fairbrother 108 THE BITTER ROOT “M” Club The “M” Club was organized again this year under the leadership of Ray Sturm as President; Harold Deering, Vice-President, and Frank Eigeman, Secretary and Tresaurer. Since the law prohibits donations amounting to more than one dollar for athletic services, the boys bought their own sweaters this year. There was one girl who earned an “M” this year, Sallie Maclay,' by placing second in the state extemporaneous essay contest. The total number of members at the end of the basketball season was twenty-two and we are hoping that the number will be boosted way up at track-meet time. Knapp Dvorak E. Hughes Graybeal Jones Efgeman W. Jacobsen D. Hughes Deering H. Jacobsen Prather THE BITTER ROOT 109 THE BITTER ROOT I 10 Stock Judging Team MOTTO—Forward With Spirit. A spirited group of students started a new organization this year—the ►Stock Judging Club—and elected Roy Chapel as President. They believed in winning and for this reason started a club that has a bright future before it. It is the hope of the members that this club will be in the near future a nucleus for a Boys’ Club. In 1924 Missoula sent her first team to Bozeman. The team this year was composed of Clifford Boyd, Albert Andrews and Roy Johnson. “Scotty” Brown, acting as coach, produced a fine team considering the small chance the boys had this year of working with him. lie has proven a fine friend of the boys and saw to it that each one in the Club had a chance to go to Bozeman with the team during the Vocational Conference. Tn the future—Forward with spirit! THE BITTER ROOT Griffith Johnson Andrews Dussault Bates Tucker Connel Chapel Peterson Rhodes 112 THE BITTER ROOT Prize-Winning Side Show Thrilling plot, vim in playing and rich investiture captured the prize for “Wild Nell,5’ the winning side show produced by the Girls' Club at the Senior Carnival of 1925. This is the second consecutive time that the Girls’ Club has won the box of candy offered. The rich and beautiful Lady Vere de Vere arrives in America from her an- cestral home in England, meets Handsome Harry, the king of the cowboys, and they fall in love. Wild Nell the pet of the plains, also loves Handsome Harry. Bull Durham, Sitting Bull and Hula Hula, three savage Indians, capture the heiress. Wild Nell, who sees the capture, sacrifices her love for duty, after a fierce struggle with her heart, and joins Harry in a dashing pursuit of the Indians and their prey. They at last win the race and save the heiress from a horrible death at the stake. Wild Nell unites the lovers; her duty done, the pet of the plains, makes her final sacrifice. With a thrust of her knife, a deep sigh and a last kick, she crosses the Great Divide. Dona Wilson with fire and vim played the part of the spirited Wild Nell. Patricia Hooper as Harry, the handsome cowboy, was a figure to set the least susceptible feminine hearts fluttering. The charming English heiress, Lady Vere de Vere, was portrayed by Dorothea Kiff. The three Indians, Delight Beeson, Lillian Wanamaker, and Margaret Mix, caused a thrill of terror as they tied the struggling heroine to the stake. Marion Weinke read the lines of the pantomime and Phyllis Russell at the piano furnished the atmospheric music. THE BITTER ROOT I 13 THE BITTER ROOT I 14 The Class of Twenty-Five (Tune, “Aulrf Lang Sgnc.) I. Now we, the class of Twenty-five Of our Missoula High, Do leave behind us many friends; And go to do or die. CHORUS: From old Missoula High we go. To seek our fame abroad. We’ll take with us fond memories. Missoula High, we love. IT. When we have left and broken up, And are a group no more, Then we will try to make our school Proud of our deeds galore. III. Our teachers all we truly thank. To every lass and lad— They made for us our High School days The best we’ve ever had. IV. Don’t forget us now, we beg, Oli, you, of other years, For 1925 we hope Is worthy of your cheers. Charles A. Reeves, ’25. THE BITTER ROOT Sahta liy Janies Willard Schultz. “Sahta,” a story that is full of local Interest for Missoula people, was written expressly for the 1925 Bitter Hoot by James Willard Shultz, a distinguished writer of Indian life and folk-lore. The staff is very grateful to the author for this interesting contribu- tion. Away back in the buffalo days I knew a number of Indians of the Black- feet tribes who bad been more or less intimate with the first of the fur traders and adventurers to penetrate the Upper Missouri country—Indians who had feasted and smoked with James Kipp, who built the first of the American Fur Company posts west of Fort Union, which was Fort Mackenzie, built at the mouth of the Marias River, in 1833; Indians who had hunted and traded with Alexander Culbertson, builder of Fort Lewis, in 1838, and Fort Benton, 1850; Indians who remembered seeing Catlin at Fort. Union, in 1832, and Maxamil- lian, Prince of Weid, at Fort Mackenzie, two years later. And there was another of them who was much in my mind when, last summer, I motored westward over the “ Backbone-of-the-World,” and in the country around Missoula, saw for the first time mountains and valleys and streams of which he had told me much, Sahta, son of a Kalispell father and a Pikuni mother, and born, as nearly as I could learn, in 1820. Of medium height and sturdy build, his features were more of the type of his father’s than of his mother’s stock. IIis parents had married during one of the rare times when the Kalispell and the Blackfeet tribes were at peace; and when the son grew up and had a lodge and family of his own, he lived more with his mother’s than he did with his father’s people, because, he said, the Pikuni always had plenty of buffalo, while the Kalispells had none except at the rare times when, at the risk of their lives, they crossed the range and sneaked out to the edge of the plains to hunt them. THE BITTER ROOT 1 16 Mv old friend Sahta was the “Sata” whom Father De Smet so often mentioned in his journal, as his faithful guide and helper in exhorting the tribes of the mountains and plains to turn to the religion of the Cross. And the zealous priest naively remarked that it was a wonderful evidence of the goodness of God, this giving over to him for conversion 1o the religion of the Cross, this Indian Sata, this Satan of the Kalispells. How the good man could have really believed that Sata was actually our word Satan, minus one letter or sound, and that the man so named really was the Indian devil, is beyond my comprehension. Sahta, or Sata, is a compound Black feet word, from Sahtosts—far side, and nina—man. A free translation of it is Other-side-of- the-mountains Man. It was the name that the Pikuni Blackfeet gave the man. What his father’s people, the Kalispells, named him, I never learned. Sahta was a Sun priest, or medicine man, of his mother’s tribe, and owner of a famous ceremonial pipe, the Water, or Beaver medicine pipe. One time when I was talking with him about his travels with Father De Smet, I said that it was stated in the priest’s writings, that he, Sahta, nearly every evening in the camps that they made, exhorted the other Indians of the party to turn from their religion to that of the white man. Said Sahta: “The Black Robe did not understand our language. lie doubtless thought that my war stories were talks in favor of his beliefs.” MONTANA When Winter lays his frosty hand On this our wide free motherland, And touches all with magic, lest He miss some of the great big West; I love you then, Montana mine. When dainty Spring comes tripping in With many wiles our hearts to win, And brings the flowers’ faces bright. The singing birds with voices light; I love you then, Montana mine. When Summer brings her drowsy heat, And makes us seek the cool retreat, And there build castles in the air, With dreamy eyes and not a care; I love you then, Montana mine. When ruddy Autumn’s harvest time, Fulfills the promise of the climb The year has done to reach this end; While this is so, no hand can mend This dear old state, Montana mine. Dorothy Elliott, ’25. THE BITTER ROOT PORTIA The real beauty of Portia lies in her unfailing judgment of mankind. She, a rich heiress, drew from all corners of the earth suitors, black and white, good and bad. Her husband was to be chosen at hazard. It could be either a happy choice or an evil one. However, considering all the terms of the casket, 1 think the ones that chose really loved her. The one that loved her the most was bound to choose the right one with careful judgment. She was an educated woman in both meanings of the term. She was edu- cated in letters, and she was educated in virtue. She loved things that were good, and above all she loved mercy. Yet she was moderately merciful, and did not let mercy interfere too much with justice. Once she saw that Shvlock would not have mercy towards Antonio she gave the Jew justice which was harder than mercy in this case. She scorned to show emotion. She showed this in letting Bassanio go to Venice to bid Antonio farewell, without a tear. When Portia gave love she wanted love in return. She expected Bassanio to keep his promise concerning the ring. She tells him that if he loses the ring, he will lose his love. Again her wisdom was shown when she restored Bassanio to her favor. She is the real beauty of this play. Without her it would be far less popular. An audience is quick to appreciate an ideal character such as Portia is. The realization of her character to the world is a great example, and should be followed by many women. Daniel B. Clapp, ’28. MISSOULA HIGH (Sung to tune of “Peggy O’Neil”) If she’s queen of all the West, That’s Missoula High; If she’s always for the best, That’s Missoula High: If she plays every game that’s to play. With fighting spirit in the fairest wav. If she’s a fighter and never a slighter. That’s Missoula High. If she’s always bound to win, That’s Missoula High; If she never will give in. That’s Missoula High; If she’s known as the fairest of all, If she responds to every call, If she’s full of sand, a dandy old band. That’s Missoula High. Helen Ranstrom, ’25. THE BITTER ROOT I 18 THE BALLAD OF THE FISHERMAN John Hancock was a fisherman; A brave, bold man was lie. He went to catch the finny tribe Upon the stormy sea. lie left his wife and children ten Back on the sandy shore; A storm came up; the ship went down. John will be seen no more. He sank and sank, for one Ion week, Down thru the briny foam. Oh weep and wail, ye children small I John will no more come home. Down to the bottom he did sink, And on it he did lie, Till a royal group of mermaids Came calmly floating by. Amazedly his eyes did stare, Ilis mouth did open wide. “Oh what is this, pray tell?” said he, “That’s swimming on the tide?” Then up did speak the mermaid fair, Who led the royal train, “What is this thing that now starts up. And on the sand hath lain?” “Some regal prince, no doubt is he, From earthly realms above. I will approach him gracefully, And offer him my love.” “O prince (for such I know thee By thy fair form and face) I ask that thou wilt marry me, And help me rule my race.” “Nay, ask me not, mermaid most fair, For I’m already wed; Back on the earth, I married am, (I must have lost my head).” “A curse upon you then, young man! And may you smitten be, With every plague and foul disease That is within the sea.” THE BITTER ROOT 119 Ilis form did wither lip, and shrink; His flesh did fall away; The soul out of his body fled; It spurned such earthly clay. Full five thousand fathoms deep, Ilis mangled body lies. The fishes, with their scaly tails, Have scratched out both his eyes. Within the doorway of a hut, Upon the wind-swept sand, Ilis loving wife stood sad and wan, A spy-glass in her hand. “Ah, woe is me!” the matron cried, “I fear my spouse is dead. And lies beneath the briny deep, With seaweed at his head.” Her love indeed, it was so great, It was so pure and strong. That she, too, did give up the ghost, And thus does end my song. Murray Madeen, ’25. THE PHANTOM CABIN I have a hut, ’Way out in the wild, Where game is plenty And the weather is mild. Of this cabin, I never tire, I sit and dream, In the warmth of my fire. I dream of a hut, With moss for the floor, With just two windows, And a skin for the door. The flames die down, And the coals burn low, As I drift asleep, In the warmth of their glow Edward Kirkwood, ’28. 120 THE BITTER ROOT The Vanity Case STATE EXTEMPORANEOUS WRITING CONTEST HELD AT MONTANA STATE MARCH, 1 ! 25. WINNER SECOND PLACE—S A LLIE M A CLAY, ’25. COLLEGE, And what of the vanity ease? According to every law of mental associa- tion, one thinks of the vanity case and immediately comes to mind a vision of that Ultra-modern, sometimes over-criticized individual known to us of the slower half of the sex and to the rest of the twentieth century world as the flapper. The vanity case and the flapper are one and inseparable. But let me tell you a secret. The vanity case has a history all its own. It is a product of that mysterious process of evolution just as everything else is a product of evolution. Years and years ago, back in the dim ages when our great, great grandmothers were flappers—and oh, how they would rise up in their graves to hear us call them by such a name—the vanity case had its birth. Hidden away in a dusty cob-webbed trunk in the darkest corner of our • � attic is one of those original ancestors of the modern vanity case. It is an adorable, tiny, blue porcelain box so delicately constructed and of such minute beauty that it is all but indescribable: On the top of the hinged lid is in- scribed in quaint, old-fashioned characters a little verse that has to do in a very discreet and rather indefinite way with the fickleness of the vows of men. Inside of the lid is a little mirror and as one glances into it, it almost seems to reflect the lovely image of a be-curled and be-powdered lady of a century or more ago. There is an elusive sweetness that clings around this little box and, taking everything into serious consideration, circumstantial evidence seems to say that here is the original vanity case. Not so different after all from the present day compact is this vanity case of olden times, yet I am sure that, could we have been there to see, the use of the two would be very different. Picture, for instance, if you can, a long-ago lady in frilly hoop skirts riding along in a public place in a shining carriage reaching down into some unsus- pected recess of her voluminous apparel, bringing forth her vanity case and applying powder to her tip-tilted nose right in public! Horrors! It simply couldn’t have been done. The flapper of today, on the other hand, in her slim, trim garments, smiles calmly with ruby-ied lips and uses her vanity case all unconcernedly while waiting for the electric car. This, of course, is just another example of what evolution has done. But human nature—it is the same yesterday, today, tomorrow and for- ever. Let the vanity case change, let skirts grow longer or shorter, but human nature at its rock ribbed foundations is unchangeable. Every age has its flapper, call her by whatever more lady-like or more fitting name you may choose if you can find one, but she is just the same. To me the modern flapper is personified in her vanity case. Her eyes are as bright and shining as the mirror in which she views herself. Her nature is, in reality, as soft and lovely as her velvety powder puff, and she, like her vanity case, is filled to overflowing with a subtle kind of sweetness. That is why I say, from the bottom of my heart, long live the flapper! Give her her vanity case and let her flap! THE BITTER ROOT 121 CROSS WORD PUZZLES Saint Peter stood at the Golden Gates of Heaven; a huge black book lay open in front of him. As he looked down over the Highway of Life, he could see countless numbers of people toiling upward toward the ‘‘Parting of the Ways’’ where some would go forward into eternal happiness and some would be doomed to toil downward once more. The Good Saint’s eyes filled with pity as he looked after the retreating figures and his heart asked, “Why need there be such a road?” With a sigh he turned once more to his task of judgment. Standing before him, comfortably complacent in his belief that he would most certainly enter Heaven, was a man of middle age, fat and beaming. His name was Mr. Thomas. Thoroughly and with deft fingers St. Peter flicked over the pages of his great book. A frown of displeasure appeared between his eyes as he read the record of graft, hvpoc- racy, and sinfulness, which were charged to this same man. At length he turned from the book to ask sternly, “Wert thou not a disciple of the Cross Word Puzzle god?” “But, no!” replied the fat man, “not disciple. I merely dabbled in them occasionally for the publicity afforded by the things, and then there is always prize money to be considered, you know,” with a suggestive wink. “Then thou mayest dabble yet awhile,” pronounced Saint Peter sternly, and he pointed to the downward trail. Without any more ado about it he turned to encounter the next in line and the fat man puffed away, still safe in his belief that he could most certainly have more success with Satan. Already in his mind had formulated a plan whereby this same gentleman and his line of imps might be intrigued into a game of Cross Word Puzzles so he might slip back up the road through the Pearly Gates. The next person to meet Saint Peter’s penetrating eyes, was a youth of perhaps seventeen, whose mild blue eyes had a look of childishness. Ilis lips seemed to be forever saving, “A word of five letters meaning tranquility. Oh, Oh, for a word!” Compassionately Saint Peter smiled and said, “ Tis ‘peace,’ boy. You will find it inside.” The lad’s face became alight with joy and lie vanished through the Gates murmuring, “Peace.” The next in line was an old lady leading by the hand a little boy. The pair halted before the throne of the Saint and in a quavery voice the old lady gave her name and that of the boy. “Mrs. Nilson, I find thou art a character of nobleness, of self-sacrifice— every thing worthy; but tell me, didst thou play at Cross Word Puzzles?” asked the good Saint. The old lady shuddered before answering with tears of shame in her eyes, “Indeed, sir, many a night have I been up working at the bloomin’ things for me and the laddie were a needin’ of eats and the prize money would have been most welcome.” “No more will there be suffering, dear lady; pass right inside,” said the kind old man. Thus, on and on through the day, Saint Peter passed his judgment. At 122 THE BITTER ROOT times he rejected; at times received victims of a Cross Word Puzzle fiend. All types came before this great judge for a final reckoning, for we know that the solution of a Cross Word Puzzle has been the cause of both Sin and Virtue. Ethel Hoverson, ’25. THE BALLAD OF PAUL BUNYAN I Paul Bunyan was a mighty man; A mighty ox had he. And this blue ox was the largest There was from sea to sea. II At least seven axe-handles wide Between the horns was he. Whenever Paul gave him a drink, He drunk up half the sea. III Now Paul he was a logger bold; He logged from north to south. His land extended three hundred miles Back from the river mouth. IV At the mouth of a big river He had a sawmill large. PI is ox pulled him from gulf to mill Upon a river barge. V One day his mill ran short of logs; He thought that he would swoon. He hooked his ox to a piece of land And dragged the whole thing down. AT The piece of land it was not his; The owner did him stop. “Why takest you my logs,” quoth he, “Down from the mountain top?” ATI Paul Bunyan was an honest man; He kept to the right track. By all the gods in camp he swore He would the logs take back. VIII Salt for three days he fed his ox; His ox he got so dry lie wished the heavenly rain would fall Down from the pale blue sky. 123 THE BITTER ROOT IX Paul took him to the river head Before he let him drink; So thirsty was the ox. he fell Into the river brink. X The next day dawned with ne’er a cloud; The ox was drinking still; The large and deep stream turned around And ran back up the hill. Gordon Muckler, ’26. A SONNET Outside on every hand is velvet dark. Within, the room is filled with radiance bright From glimm’ring tapers that dispel the night. A whir of little wings like music—hark! A straying moth—a tiny living spark— A phantom thing with wings of silver white Hovers a moment in the candle light, Then flies away and leaves no sign—no mark. Thus we, our little span on this bright sphere, A moment hover o’er the flame of life And know alike the joy, the pain, the strife, Then to the dark unknown which was our birth Return on silent wings. Perhaps a tear Shall mark our passing from the living earth. Sallie S. Maclay, ’25. EVENING The sun across the heav’ns had made its way, And now sank down behind the western hill. The world turned gold, as if a magic quill Had swept the sky—the sun’s last gift to pay. It sank, and stars and moon with, softest ray Peeped down into the world, and all was still. And men lay gladly down to rest, until The sun arose to claim another day. As God is good so ends our mortal cry. And, like the sun, we gladly sink to rest. Too tired and glad to leave the world afar, To wonder, if we’ve done our earthly quest. And man’s good deeds, by God are placed on high In Heaven’s own blue, a bright and shining star. Dona Wieson, ’25. 124 THE BITTER ROOT SARAH AND HAGAR There was a faint rustle, as the flap of Abraham’s tent opened and a woman entered. Making her way to the couch on which her husband reclined, dreaming away the sultry desert moon, she greeted him. “Abraham, art thou in good health even unto this day?” He looked up, his eyebrows raised in bored silence, but did not reply. “And would’st thou grant me one wish?” For a moment he gazed on her; surely she was the comeliest of his wives, and he could not refuse her request. Perhaps he was even a little in fear of her, with her queenly head lifted high as she waited in anxious rigidity for his answer. For a moment only, he doubted her sincerity and wrinkled his aristo- cratic nose in meditation, but quickly the fears were dispelled and he replied, “Even so, Sarah.” For a brief second a look of triumph shone in her eyes, but she carefully concealed it from Abraham, and paused before launching her request. “Send Hagar away”—she glanced quickly from the corner of her eye to note the effect of her words, then added—“and her son, Ishmael, also.” His head shot up, his dark eyes flashing, while a thundering “No!” trem- bled on his lips, but seemingly far away he heard a piercing little voice—“You promised—you promised. ’ ’ What could he do? His word was law, and he had given it. Sarah would not relent; he knew that from experience, and sorrowfully his eyes rested on her retreating figure. Once outside, she quickly called a small boy with dark hair, eyes, and skin, and harshly commanded him to bring his mother, who soon appeared. In Sarah’s voice hatred burned unconcealed as she said, “Hagar. thy master and husband, Abraham, commandeth thee to go forth even from him, for thou art hateful unto his eyes, and thy son. Ishmael, a blemish on his household.” Hagar looked up, and in spite of herself, Sarah grew uneasy and angry beneath her gaze, and was anxious to have her leave. “Go,” she said, and Hagar went, without a word, called Ishmael, and turned to the west, where was a large desert. Abraham knew she was leaving, but he remained in his tent, unable to meet her reproachful eyes. In time his grief wore off, for Sarah was no longer jealous, but often when the stars twinkled over the golden desert, he seemed to hear a little voice calling, “Father Abraham, Father Abraham,” while he pulled his shawls over his head and tried to forget. Virginia Muckler, ’28. THE BITTER ROOT 125 You Never Can Tell A Play in one Act by Lenita A. S potts wood, ’25 CHARACTERS BOB GORDON........................A Young Ranchman BILL BRITT................A Cowboy and Friend of Bob “SHORTY” WOODS........................Another Cowboy MISS SUSIE BARKER........................in Old Maid MISS MURIAL WOODS..A Young Girl, Sister of “Shorty” As the curtain rises, Bob rushes into a room of a small log cabin which is in great confusion. Three chairs arc over-turned, books and clothing are on the floor and a picture is turned with its face to the wall. At the left is seen a table and stove and at the other end a curtain is hung to form a closet. Bob surveys the scene with an angry and surprised took. Bob. Jumping catfish! If that isn’t the limit! After a fellow has spent all the morning, as well as part of the night, in getting a place in order to have someone come in and muss up the place! (He looks around and sees the curtain move a little.) Come out of there, you fellows! 1 can see you’re behind those curtains. (Two young cowboys come out from behind the curtain at the right. Both are laughing but look a little worried.) Bill. I say. Bob, don’t go off the handle. We only did it for a little fun. Bob. Well, have your fun getting the place in order. (Looks at his watch.) Don’t you know that in ton little mo-moments the only woman in the world is coming? Bill (interrupting). Well, gee whiz, that’s no reason you should get mad at your pals! Bob. Well, the right kind of pals wouldn’t tear up his cabin after it’s all fixed and think it’s a joke. Bill. Just to show our hearts are in the right place we will help put the junk back. (Bob starts picking up and arranging things while the others help.) Bob. Gee, I can’t do this. I’ve got to get dressed and ready to put my best foot forward. You go to it now or—or, well, anyway, go to it! (Bob goes off stage,) Shorty. I just shook so I couldn’t say anything while he was in here since I was the one who really did the changing of the letters on him when he wrote in answer to that advertisement in the Matrimonial Paper. Bill. Say, let me get you right now. Did he really write and send the money for her to come? Shorty. Sure, and expects a pretty young girl, sweet and loving and all that. Bill. If the girl ain’t coming, who is? 126 THE BITTER ROOT Shorty. I’ve arranged for my sister to get an old aunt of ours who is willing to help carry out the joke to come over and say she is answering the ad and see what Bob will do. Bill. I don’t go much on having your sister mixed up in this thing. Shorty. She isn’t mixed up in it except to talk to our aunt about coming over here. Bill. How are they to arrange about getting her here? Shorty. Oh! I left that to Sis; think she is going to get some guy from town to bring her over as if she had just come from the train. Bill. There, how is that? (Stands bark and gazes around the room.) Bob (enters, his hair plastered down, and dressed in his best, looking very uncomfortable.) Bob. Say, boys, when you are about ready to meet and marry and live happily ever after with a girl you have never met, it certainly does frighten you, but then I never could have gotten up courage to ask a girl 1 knew to marry me. Shorty. If you should happen not to like her, you don’t have to marry her, do you? (Looks rather worried.) Bob. That’s just the worst of it. Didn’t think of it at first when I wrote the letter, but if I don’t marry her, she can sue me for breach of promise. Bill. Gosh! What is that? Bob. Something that makes a fellow pay a woman a lot of money and, in this case, the fellow hasn’t got the money to pay. Bill (looking out of the, door). Gosh, here comes a carriage now. Wish you luck, Bob. Bob. You fellows aren’t going to leave me, are you? Siiorty. Well—er—we thought may—be—er— Bob. You quit thinking and stay right here. (A noise is heard. All the boys rush to finish getting things in order. A prim old lady enters. She is wearing glasses but still seems to he near- sighted. She is dressed in black with an old fashioned hat on, and carries a hat-box, a small grip, an umbrella, and a shawl over her arm. She deposits them on the table.) Miss Susie Barker (looking around inquiringly). Which is Bob, please? (The boys push Bob forward endeavoring to keep themselves in the back- ground.) Bob. I am, ma’am. (Taking a long breath.) Anything I can do for you? (He bows to her.) (She rushes up to him and extends her two hands.) Susie Barker. I know we shall be happy! (As she glances around.) Where is the minister? (The three men look greatly surprised.) Bob. For some reason or other I just didn’t think of being married right away. Susie Barker. Surely you asked me to be your wife, didn’t you? (Takes out her handkerchief and puts it to her eyes.) THE BITTER ROOT 127 Bob. But Winifred—(She stops him.) Susie Barker. No, let us be truthful with one another. Winifred Gray was the name signed to the advertisement in t lit paper, but my true name is Susie Barker and that is the name that must go on the license. I was afraid you wouldn’t answer the advertisement with a name as prim as that signed to it. You’ll forgive me, won’t you, Bob? Bob. Why—er—of course. Bill (to Shorty who is standing at one side). Say, I feel sorry for him! Shorty. Better save your pity for me when he finds out who did it. Bob (to Susie Barker,). Have you thought this all well over? I’m afraid you might not care for the country (hesitating) and it does get mighty cold here in the winter. Bill. It isn’t very healthy, either. Susie Barker. Now don’t worry about me. When I clean up this place and give you good food to eat and Bob gets the yard in order, everything will be different. Shorty. We sure will like the good food. Bill. It makes me hungry, to think of it. Susie Barker (turning to the hoys). Can’t you young men get my trunk from the station and give Bob and me a chance to talk? (As the two hogs go out, Bob speaks to them in a low tone.) Bob. For goodness sake, don’t stay long! (Turns hack to SusieJ Susie Barker (turning to BobJ. Bob is such a pretty name. You know I always had a feeling that I was going to marry someone with the name of Bob. It must have been what they call the sixth sense that told me that, don’t you think so, dear? Bob (with a sigh of resignation). Yes, I guess that’s right. But haven’t you any friends that you’ll miss very much? Susie Barker. No, Bob. Now that I see you I feel that I can be happy and contented just to be with you. Bob. I get awful cross sometimes. Susie Barker. You won’t when you are happy and have me to care for you. Where are the tea things? Let me show you how well I can cook. You haven’t many things to cook with, but we shall change all that in due course of time. Bob. Yes (drawing a long hreathJ, but think well before it’s too late of the many things you will have to go without when you are my wife. Susie Barker (going up to him and attempting to take a thread from his coat). One has to go without some things everywhere, dear. Bob. Quite true, but in the city you have had so much, while here, remem- ber, you will have no movies to go to, no concerts to hear, no art galleries to visit, and I am too poor to buy a radio. Susie Barker. All that will come in time, dear; so you have no reason to worry. Your thoughtfulness now shows me how good you will be to me when we are married. (She becomes busy arranging for tea. The hoys return.) 128 THE BITTER ROOT Shorty. We got the trunk all right; at least we met a man bringing it up here. He had it on top of a wagon load of potatoes he was bringing home. (He turns to BobJ lie said he would bring you some tomorrow. Susie Barker. On top of the potatoes! My nice new trunk! Bob. I’m sorry, Susie, but I imagine the man meant to be kind. Susie Barker (trying to make light of it). Oh well, I guess he didn’t hurt it any. Thanks, boys, anyway, for your trouble Shorty. Oh that’s all right. Bill. Sure. Susie Barker. Now you boys must all clean up for supper. No doubt you don’t dress for the evening meal out here, but I don’t mind. (The boys look at one another with a look of surprise and embarrassment.) (The boys go off the stage and almost at once the face of a young girl appears at the door.) Miss Mukial Woods. Sh, Aunty, is anyone around ? Susie Barker. My dear child, why are you here? Muriae Woods. It was getting dark and I felt afraid sitting there by the roadside and anyway since I’ve had a peep at Bob I think the whole thing is rather horrid. Susie Barker. And do you know since I ’ve seen him and found out how kind he can be. I have wondered if it would turn out so badly if I really did marry him. Muriae Woods. Why. Aunty! (She sits down suddenly in the nearest chair quite overcome by the idea.) Susie Barker (ignoring Muriae’s remark). I could take such good care .of him and give him such good things to eat. Muriae Woods. But please, Aunty,—er—think it over a little while be- fore you decide. Remember Judge Dodds. He has been in love with you for a long time and I thought you were going to marry him. Susie Barker. Yes, my dear, I was. But now since 1 ’ve seen Bob and found out how lonely he is and how much In needs a wife, I think il is my duty to marry him and try to make him happy. Muriae Woods. I know. Aunty, you’ve always wanted to do your duty, but in this case it’s a little different and I hate to have you make a mistake just because you do it in a hurry. Susie Barker (looking around the room). Well, a wife is certainly need- ed here. Muriae Woods. But—(The boys are heard coming back.) There they are now. Quick, let me hide! (She starts for the curtain behind which the boys had hidden just as the three hoys come in the door. Not being quick- enough she has to stay and meet them.) Shorty. Ilello, Sis. Muriae Woods. Hello, Shorty. Bill. Why, Murial, how did you ever get here ? Muriae (rather coolly). Oh, hello, Bill. (She looks past him at Bob.) THE BITTER ROOT 129 Bill (seeing that Murial is looking at BobJ. Oh, I see. Meet Bob Gor- don, Miss Woods. Boh (coming up to Murial,). I’m certainly lad to meet you. Murial Woods (smiling). I ’m very glad to meet you, too. Bill (turning and looking at Murial and Susie, sarcastically). I sup- pose you two ladies have met. (The two ladies how.) Murial Woods. Yes, we have. (She turns hack to BohJ Bob. Do you happen to live near here? Murial Woods. Why—er—no. You see I just came down here to see mv brother. (Looking at Shorty.,) Bob. You never told me you had a sister. Shorty (a little embarrassed). Well, you sec I haven’t been here long and I just plum forgot about telling you. Susie Barker (going to one side and picking up a bucket). Where is the well? (Both Bill and Shorty rush to help her.) Susie Barker. So kind of you, but will go with you for no doubt there will be many times when you are all away that I shall have to get the water by myself. (The three go out). Boh (speaking to Murial,). You met Miss Barker, of course, when you came in, didn’t you? Murial Woods. Yes. (Sadly.) Bob. Did she say anything? Murial Woods. Not much, but she didn’t seem at all pleased to see me. Bob. I only wish I had met you a month ago. Murial Woods (greatly ini crested). Why? Bob. For one reason, because you are the first girl I ever met that I wasn’t afraid to talk to. I say. if any one promises to do a thing it isn’t right not to do it, is it ? Murial Woods (a tittle frightened). 1 suppose not, but I don’t quite understand what you mean. Bob. Does it make any difference if one doesn’t know what he is prom- ising? Murial Woods. What? Bob. Well, if one finds out too late that he didn’t know what he was doing. O hang it, I am getting all mixed up! (Susie and the two hogs return with the nutter.) Susie Barker (going up to Bob,). Don’t you think it is about time we made that trip to town ? Bob (with a sad took at MurialYes, and I promise you that from now on I will do all in my power to make you happy. (He turns to MurialJ You see Miss Barker and I are to be married this afternoon. (Then to SusieJ I will go for the carriage. (Goes out.) (The three young people gather around Susie Barker.,) 130 THE BITTER ROOT Murial Woods. I think you are just horrid, so there! Bill. Miss Barker, do you feel this is quite right? Shorty. I asked you to do this for fun; I didn’t want it to be a tragedy. Susie Barker. Children, you asked me to do this and, if any mistake has been made, you are the ones to be blamed. (Susie walks over to the table, picks up her things that she had placed there, and goes into the other room. At the same time Bob comes to the door and calls to the boys.) Bob. Hey, boys, can’t you give me a hand at catching that black horse? (Bill and Shorty go out with Bob.) Murial (turning to Susie). Now that you are truly to be married I suppose we may as well have the tea you have been talking so much about and I will get Shorty to take me home. Susie Barker. Yes, we will have the tea all ready when the boys come back, and then why don’t you all come with us to town for the wedding? Murial Woods (teasingly). Did you notice that Bob seemed rather in- terested in me? Susie Barker. Not at all; I just thought he was polite. Murial Woods. I will come over to call on you quite soon. Susie Barker. You need not bother. We will have lots to do in making this place over into the kind of a home it should be. I am going to draw my money out of the bank, and buy some new easy chairs, window curtains, and lots of things. Murial Woods. Better buy yourself some new clothes. Susie Barker. Of course that is all you would think of. (The boys once more come in.) Bill. It certainly was some job catching that horse. Shorty (aside to MurialJ. Even the horse knew this wedding business had been carried too far. Murial Woods. Too bad you didn’t have horse sense; then you never would have started this fool idea and maybe that Winifred Gray wouldn’t have ever received Bob’s letter (almost crying), and maybe the ad was just a joke, anyway. Bob (who has been slowly taking off his hat and looking sadly at Murial,). It has been a great pleasure to meet you and T hope that some times you can come over to see us. Murial Woods. I just suggested that to Aunt—I should say, Miss Barker, but she didn’t seem anxious to have me come. Bob (looking at Susie who becomes very busy putting the table cloth on the table). I am sure we would both enjoy having Miss Woods call, would we not, Susie? Susie Barker. That is a question you will have to decide; you know best if you would enjoy having her here or not. (Goes out the door.) (They look at one another very much surprised.) Bill. I feel just as I used to when I was a little boy and my mother left the room saying she would punish me vrhen she came back. THE BITTER ROOT 131 Shorty. IIow was that? Bill. Well, I wished she would come and have it over and still I was afraid to see her. Mitrial Woods (coming up to Shorty,). 1 think we had better leave before she comes back; it will only make her mad to see us. (Goes over to Bob and extends her hand.) Good-bye, Mr. Gordon, I hope you will be happy. Bob. Thanks. (Continues holding her hand.) Susie Barker (reappears with her bound on as if ready to start for town). Tea is ready; bring up your chairs. (As they all start to get chairs'or boxes to sit on, Susie holds up her hand.) Susie Barker. First, let me say that it is now time to end what might be very sad for all, or at least three of us. (Turns to BouJ Bob, I am the aunt of a very foolish young man who thought, when you wrote in answer to that most interesting advertisement of Miss Winifred Gray, that lie would hold back the letter (takes letter out of her pocket and wares it in the air) and let me take her place just for a joke. You have proven yourself such a fine man in being willing to live up to what you had promised that I, for one, am quite ashamed of what 1 have done, but am proud to have known you. fBoB gazes from one to the other in great surprise.) Bob. You mean that letter never went? Susie Barker. It never went, Bob, and you are not going to marry me. In fact I am rather looking for Judge Dodds to call for me very soon. Murial Woods (goes over and throws her anus around Susie,), You darling! Bob. May.I say that, too, Susie? Siiorty. Please some one say something nice to me, for I certainly do feel blue as blueing. Bob (slaps Siiorty on the back). Never can say enough nice things to you, old man. I never was so happy in my life. fBoB goes over and puts his arm through that of SusieJ Bob. On for tea everybody. (Looks back and smiles at Murial J (All gather around the table. Bob gets the chair for Murial. ,) Bob. Though things have shaped themselves very differently from the way I planned when I wrote that foolish letter, still I think more than ever, IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE. CURTAIN. I 32 THE BITTER ROOT TO MOUNT STEWART At rosy dawn I chanced on yesterday To rise and glance across the valley wide Where, towering toward the sky in stately pride. Mount Stewart cast to me the glorious ray Of rising sun which on its sides did play. Around the sloping pitch did shadows glide Where silence reigns and peace and calm abide, While rose on high the sun of a new day. The beauty 1 beheld in the bright dawn Inspired in me emotions most sublime. Despite that ages numberless have gone Since first the sun began its count of time, God, on thy peak and sunlit slopes profound Still writes 11 is holy messages divine. Dexter Fee, ’25. SONNET ON SUNBEAMS Oh Sunbeams! Messengers of warmth and light. Who, helping Phoebus in his happy work And spreading joy wherever shadows lurk. Art only children working with thy might, And dancing joyously until the night Enfolds the day, and toilsome cares that irk Have faded in the darkness; then your work Is done, and you, bright rays, fade from our sight. We, too, are sunbeams, images of God; Oh, let us do our work with that same zeal; And spread our sunshine, light and truth and love As do the sunbeams; then we well may feel That we have done our work for our great God— Have done our best, accomplished something real. Virginia Sedman, ’25. THE BITTER ROOT 1 34 Almost Gus and SnooKs Honk THE BITTER ROOT 135 136 THE BITTER ROOT Those who went to the Boz emon Voc qt i onal Conference y ' ild Nelk v winner of lespemdr CarmVol THE BITTER ROOT 137 ld Clothes Day Pais ? Ladies 5 m i,l e s And more smiles of tif 138 THE BITTER ROOT St PatncRls ? Looting 'Onoer Bunch Js - V X THE BITTER ROOT 1 39 140 THE BITTER ROOT M HS, Fellows in'■ comp at Soli 'Lake Cii.v ’’ THE BITTER ROOT 142 THE BITTER ROOT Junior Queen Gasoline Bugs Gee1 He Snaped Me THE BITTER ROOT 143 - muM _ Vi )i r aoe framed Snap Editor Rolled . on Guard 144 THE BITTER ROOT OLE OLSON ATTEMPTS THE SONNET T link dese sonnet is no goode for me, ’Cause I can’t tink of anyting to say. I hope I write dese pome in such a vay, Dat gen’rous teacher will no grade me “E.” A use of dem to me, I can no see. I tink and write, and write, and tink all day, An’ how much do you tink I get for pay? Not anyting a-tall, by golly gee! I’ll tell de world dese Gray and Milton guys You bet, dev wery sure did know der stuff. Alas for me, I even ain’t so wise, Dat I can get me by on half a bluff. But purty sure 1 am you simpatize. It’s got me down; I quit an’ holler ’miff. Harold Deering, ‘ THE MOUNTAINS” Where mountains tower, climbing to the sky, And clouds kiss soft their highest crested peak, Where rustling boughs of pines in winds do sigh, There lies the land that we when tired seek. Oh, men may talk of cities’ happy life, The joy of mingling with one’s fellow men, But far away from all the noise and strife The mountains yet will call them back again. Where lonely sunsets flare all crimson gold With black-cragged cliffs outlined against their fir ’Tis there to us comes God’s word as of old To urge us on again when e’er we tire. Delight Beeson, ’ THE BITTER ROOT 145 CALENDAR Sept. 22—The barbarians sign up. Sept. 2 3—Old timers decide to take on a little more wisdom. Sept. 24—We start “doing our stuff.” Oet. 3—A happy surprise—first Konah out. Oct. 6—Roger Johnston chosen President of Senior class. Oct. 11—Call out the militia! Poison stampeded over Missoula to the ex- tent of 13-0. Oct. 13—“A man and his money are soon parted.” S. A. membership cam- paign. Oct. 17—Rally. As the smoker would say, “Such popularity must be de- served.” Oct. 18—“And we’ll conquer all the rivals that come within our sight.” Deer Lodge-Missoula, 12 to fi. Oct. 21—Mr. Coleman “goes in the hole” for 13 milk-shakes. “Oh, boy, ain’t football great?” Oct. 25—The squad “cleaned up” on Kalispell’s huskies, score 10 to 7. Oct. 31—The Co-ed Prom was enjoyed by all—especially the boys. Nov. 14—Senior Mixer—such a conglomeration! Nov. 20 and 21—The Juniors, through consistent blocking, tackling, and an occasional basket, “cop” the class basketball championship. Nov 24—Thanksgiving vacation begins. Turkey and the trimmings are dealt with accordingly. Nov. 24—The Boys’ and Girls’ Glee Clubs entertain at an assembly. gram proves to be a howling success. Dec. 1—They none too gently break the sad news—report cards! The pro- Dec. 5—Junior dance—we struggle vainly to the syncopated rhythm of Sheri- dan's jazz. Dec. 8—Cultured Oxford displays her budding genius. Montana-Oxford debate. Dec. 9—School started at 8:45 and closed at 3:30. Dec. 11—Interclass debate won by the Seniors. Of course! 146 THE BITTER ROOT Dec. 12—Annual Kid celebration in gym. Babies must play! Quarter honor roll out. Freshmen lead with 28 names; Juniors win booby prize with only 18 names. Dec. 19—Thompson Fall’s speedy cpiint knocks us down for a count of 16-17. Three masterpieces written by members of the class of ’24 are staged by the Dramatic Club. “The Vigil” by Mary Elizabeth Sedman, wins first place. Dec. 28—We give the basketball team the “once over.” Dec. 24—Assembly—Glee Clubs give a program and Mr. Ketcham tells Frosh Santa Claus stories. Girls’ (Mul) aids ten families which all goes to show that Santa Claus is still on the job. Dec. 2; )—Rowe Morrell is the proud owner of a brand new rocking-horse. Christmas vacat ion!! Dec. 30—North Central takes charge of the gym for the evening—-also the scoring. Final count, 37-2. Dec. 31-Jan. 5—New Year’s vacation! Jan. 2—Eigeman made captain of basketball team. All together, now, nine big ones! Jan. 7—Girl Reserve Secretary, Zada French, speaks at a special girls’ as- sembly. Jan. 9—Mr. Balsley at Paschal’s hands a bouquet to the class of ’25. lie says it is the best behaved. Aw, tell us something new! Jan. 9—Assembly. Mr. Ketcham tells us that an education is worth more than $10,000. He can’t kid us that way, however. Jan. 9—We tangled with the Philipsburg hoopsters and walked off with the long end.of a 10-8 score plus eight big milk-shakes. Jan. 11 -School is visited with an epidemic of yellow slips. Jan. 12—The din and noise made by the breaking of New Year’s resolutions is gradually subsiding. Jan. 13—M. II. S. team and Cubs scrap it out. Cubs get long end of 27-10 score. Jan. 16—Butte arrives in full force. It is easy to see why Worden is an all- state man. Yell King Jones blew out a tonsil and had to retire. Jan. 18—Ronald Miller chosen Carnival manager. Yea, Ronald! Jan. 20—I Ml bite. What did happen? Jan. 23—Butte Central plays here. Score 19-8. Curses! Jan. 26—Dorothy Elliott chosen editor of Konali for next semester. Let’s watch another girl “do her stuff.” Jan. 30—Our team takes a jaunt to Butte, and jaunted home. Same old story! Frank Dorfler chosen extemporaneous speaker in assembly. Feb. 4-5—Semester exams! Somebody’s always taking the joy out of life. Feb. 2-5—Boys’ Vocational Congress at Bozeman. M. II. S. sent ten boys. Don’t worry, we can always take care of ourselves. THE BITTER ROOT 147 Feb. 6—Are you going to get a front seat on a big cloud ? The world is sched- uled to end, but apparently we’re like the “tin lizzie”—“the little old world rambles right along.” Feb. 6-10—Oh. the joys of vacation! Now we get it back at the teacher. They have to correct papers, but our worries are over. We flunked, or passed. Feb. 10—New semester begins. Nothing new about it, though. Feb. 12—Lincoln’s birthday. Dexter Fee wins Lincoln Memorial contest. Atta boy, Dex! Feb. 20—Who says we’ve retired? M. II. S. stages a comeback. Defeated Philipsburg High in debate on “Resolved, that the United States should become a member of the Permanent Court of International Justice.” Decision was unanimous in our favor. Feb. 21—Senior Carnival! Oh, boy! The biggest and best ever. (That’s the truth, too.) Girls’ Club has the prize winning stunt called “Wild Nell.” Feb. 22—Today was the anniversary of the little boy who chopped down the cherry tree some 125 years ago. Never heard of him before—have you? Feb. 27—Delegates to the Butte Music meet warble at assembly. Wasn’t it Inf fly, ’specially the boys? Missoula debates Butte here and in Butte on the same old question. We have a two to one decision here and the debate in Butte was a tie. Mar. 4—Coolidge inaugurated at Washington, D. C. Rev. Lacklen speaks at assembly. The longest honor roll in the history of the school is published. Aren’t we smart? Mar. 5—Sallie Maelay wins second place in Bozeman extemporaneous writing contest. Hurrah for Sallie ! Mar. 6—The World Court again! Stevensville is the opponent this time. Our team just naturally broke down their defense. Unanimous decision in our favor. This means that we won the district championship in debate. Hurrah for Us! Mar. 11 -Butte delegates entertain us again. We’ll say our “Music Makers” know their “stuff.” Mar. 13—Friday the thirteenth again! Horrors! And poor work slips out, too! Br-r-r-r!! Mar. 14—We’ve recovered from yesterday. Our Glee Clubs and orchestra put on the annual operetta, “Love Pirates of Hawaii.” You should have seen the shekels roll in! Mar. 16—Just another day in the calendar. Mar. 17—Begorry, and if it isn’t St. Patrick’s day. Faith, and Old Erin shines on this glor-r-r-r-ious day! Them Butte diligates entertains us this morning. I siz to my neighbor, “Ain’t thim sounds divine?” And 148 THE BITTER ROOT the foights, faith, and if those fo-o-ol boys don’t go after bating each other up! Mar. It)—Another one of those glorious spring days when a person wants to skip school. Cheer up! Let me see, how many days till spring vacation? Just two weeks! Mar. 23—Our Butte delegates brought us five banners. Three second places and two third places. We think they’re all right! Mar. 25—All ready now—54, 36, 4, 5, 1. Mr. Brewer said so this morning at assembly. You all know what those numbers mean. Mar. 26—Spring certainly has a rejuvenating effect on people. The Spanish Club is resurrected! They met about half an hour ago and had a snappy meeting. Well, well! Mar. 27—Snap out of it—today is Snap Day—let's make it snappy. Apr. 1—April Fool’s Day—Old Clothes Day, too! And a dance tonight after school in the gym. Wonderful! Mr. Ketcham thinks we could dis- play a far better array of styles than any down town store Miss Wadell gave a mighty interesting talk in assembly this morning. She told us all about Alaska. Apr. 3—Ain’t it a grand and glorious feeling? The last day before Spring vacation. Apr. 13—All good things must come to an untimely end. Now we have to count the days until Track Meet. Apr. 15—The inevitable assembly comes off per schedule. Basketball boys get their hard earned letters. Honor Society members announced. Some people are overjoyed and others—well, ’twas ever thus! Apr. 16—First day of Interclass track. Seniors ahead at last event. Apr. 20—We are surprised with an assembly to celebrate the 150th anniver- sary of the Battle of Lexington. Hurrah for the Minute Men! Mr. Walter Pope gives an address. Apr. 22—“Be still, sad heart, and cease repining. Behind the clouds the sun’s still shining.” They also tell us that April showers bring May flowers. Let’s hope so. 150 THE BITTER ROOT The First Specification For Success ' There is a type of man who is built for success,” says a great captain of industry. “He may be a genius or just have ordinary tal- ent—no matter. He is the man who always wins. He is the man who is absolutely DEPEND- ABLE.” M en se id om attain success through brilliant flashes of genius. The so-called “leap to fame” is always more apparent than real. The man or the store that earns a reputation for dependable per- formance of every duty, day in and day out, is inevitably re- warded. The dependable store soon ob- tains a priceless asset—the confi- dence of the public. There are no substitutes for dependable goods, dependable service and depend- able prices. Missoula Mercantiue Ca THE BITTER ROOT 151 DIRECTION W. A. SIMON'S MONTANA’S FINEST PLACE VESTERN MONTANA’S OF AMUSEMENT FAVORITE THEATER Home of the SPECIAL WORLD’S FINEST ATTRACTIONS PHOTOPLAYS, OF MERIT VAUDEVILLE and the and ROAD SHOW VERY BEST Though the finest it is the most IN PHOTOPLAYS reasonable in admission prices Theater catering to those who —our popular Mezzanine Floor demand the best. at 25c on photoplay attractions. GOOD MUSIC ELAINE TAYLOR at the Estey Organ WILMA 0 ROIIE ST R A and OUR WATCHWORD Lawrenson, IMreeting “C OURTESY FIRST I W,LM A 1 VV THEATRE IBERT THEATRE iJ Mother: “Pat! Pat! Wake up! Pat Q.: “Ma, I can't.” Mot her: ‘4 Why ea n’t you!99 Pat: “I’m not asleep!’7 Service - Quality Highest Grade Lubricating Oils. Complete Line Automobile Accessories McKenzie-Wallace Service Co. (There is no substitute for Service.) J 52 THE BITTER ROOT STYLE — Just matriculated, but it’s months away before it graduates—“cum laude.” | Whether you are about to ; | graduate or did that a year ago, J J DIXON HOON Shoes should j I be in your wardrobe. | Most Styles, $6.00 to $9.00. ' | ! DIXON HOON ! ♦ j ♦ i “More style miles for your | J money.” J I Boyle's Novelty j Store : ♦ 311 N. Higgins Ave. ' — For — GIFTS SOUVENIRS and NOVELTIES Merle: “Teacher, Isabella and I were arguing over a question. If the president and vice-president dies, who gets the job?” Mrs. Keaton: “The Secretary of State.’’ Merle: “That’s what Isabella said, but I say the undertaker gets the job.” [ American Bank Building Cedar and Higgins � | American Barber Shop and Beauty Parlor ♦ j � I j The Barber Shop De Luxe for ! Ladies and Gentlemen Who Care ♦ f i ____ • W. H. DOBSLOFF, Prop. | Lillian Broman, Beauty Specialist Phone 940 1 49 W. Front St. When You Need a Garage Think STAR GARAGE W. W. W1CKES, Prop. Missoula, Mont. Phone 370 W Ladies’ Rest Room Open Day and Night 153 THE BITTER ROOT Orvis Music House Everything Musical” Since 1897 PIANOS More School Supplies For Less Money 100 Sheets Theme Paper, 1 5c Your patronage appreciated I Phonographs, Sewing Machines, ‘ Musical Merchandise. | 1 1 5 W. Cedar St. | Mis oula - - Montana DUNSTAN’S ? Printing and Stationery ; 324 N. Higgins j I She: ‘‘I don't know—it seems such a solemn thing to marry. Have you counted the cost ? ’ ’ lie: “The cost! Why I’ve got a clergyman cousin who will marry us for nothing.” FLORENTINE SHOPPE Gifts Newest Beautiful Different Dance Favors Incense Handkerchiefs Perfume Compacts Beaded Bags Lingeries Attractive Plaques Book Ends Candlesticks Ash Trays Tea Sets Linens Imported Hose —o--- Wilma Theater Bldg. ♦ I � ♦ ♦ I I ♦ -------------------------1 We Recommend : Orange Crush, Cascade j Ginger Ale and Hires j Country Club Special. J Call for these in Bottles You’re sure they’re pure | MAJESTIC Bottling Co. PHONE 252 Office, 129 W. Cedar 1 154 THE BITTER ROOT Missoula Gas Coke Company Jones: “I was eating some trout yesterday and got a bone in my throat.” Eigeman: “Did you try eating some potatoes?” Jones: “No, I swallowed a hot dog and sent him after the bone.” A Musical Instrument Makes a Wonderful Gift High Grade Pianos Player Pianos Brunswick Phonographs, Records Radiolas Saxophones Banjos Sheet Music Our Prices are right and our Terms will please you. —o— Schaefer Music Co. Phone 609 I 30 Higgins Ave. Borg Jewelry Optical Co. Gifts That Last Complete Optical and Repair i Department 22 7 Higgins Ave. THE BITTER ROOT 155 THE TOGGERY Young Men s Store Kuppenheimer and Styleplus Good Clothes. Walk-Over Shoes. © Our Policy— QUALITY AND PRICE JOHN MESSER ! Merchant Tailor Where Quality is Higher Than | Price. 325 N. Higgins Phone 183 J ' Actor (coming out of the Bluebird theater) : ly egg.” Friend: “What kind of an egg is that?” Actor: “One that hits you and runs.” I was struck by a coward- BUSTER BROWN SHOE STORE Always first with the newest. Always lowest in price. HAUGEN’S HOME STUDIO 634 South 6th Street, West Missoula, Montana Our $5.00 Portraits will please j you. Kodak Finishing Enlarging Framing 156 THE BITTER ROOT ANDERSON SHOE SHOP ♦ High Class Shoe Repairing with ' a Satisfaction Guarantee. —o— Best Shoe Shining in Town. E. L. METCALF CO. j (Incorporated) SHEET METAL WORKERS ! Manufacturers of all kinds of j Cornice, Skylights, Ventilators, J Smokestacks and Tanks. j Modern Heating and Ventilating ; Engineers. ‘ Agents for Pipeless Furnaces and j Rubberoid Roofing. ; PHONE 1379 W 13 doors north of Shapard Hotel ( 449 N. Higgins Built up, Tin and Sheet Iron Roofers. j Telephone 701 128 W Main 1 MISSOULA, MONTANA j Freshman (gazing wildly about): “Where is the noon teacher!” Senior: “The what?” Frosh (pointing to “noon” on the entrance card): “I have to get my noon teacher to sign my card.” | Where ; “Quality and Cleanliness Are Paramount99 | WEDGWOOD’S I j Lunches Candies and FOUNTAIN SERVICE i Noon day lunch our specialty J Where the food tastes better —4 — I I I 36 North Higgins Avenue ------------------------- HEADQUARTERS j For Balloon, Low Pressure, High J Pressure, Truck Solids, ■ Motorcycle, Bicycle TIRES ; Balloon Changeovers for all cars, j @ ; McGurk Tire Shop j O. J. MUELLER, Prop. 123 W. Cedar Drive in ♦ THE BITTER ROOT 157 r-------------------------------------------------------------------y ! We Like You— INDEPENDENT CITY MARKET “My dear young lady,” said a clergyman in grieved tones, as he listened to an extremely modern young lady tear off some of the very latest jazz on the piano, “have you ever heard of the Ten CommandmentsV’ Modem Young Lady: “Whistle a few bars and I think I can follow you.” After the Show ! THE SMOKE HOUSE I and Eat at the ! Post Office News Stand I 246 Higgins Ave. COZY CAFE • i ■ Magazines, Newspapers, Post- 1 1 6 W. Cedar St. Cards, Folders and Road Maps. ’ Complete Line Johnston’s L— Chocolates. ♦ Our own cooking and Baking ! —4,— F. H. KNISLEY and we make our own chili. Phone 139 � • Missoula Laundry Co. 111-117 East Spruce St. Phone 52 Every Little Bundle Has Atten- tion of Its Own. THE BITTER ROOT 6 J f , YL i Singer Sewing Machine Co. HEMSTITCHING REPAIRING ! Phone 226 M 141 W. Main St. BUTTE CLEANERS Superlative Cleaners and Dyers Phone 500 A. Peterson, Prop. 506-508 So. Higgins Ave. Missoula - Montana ♦ Why do you suppose we are ! A STEIN AND SON always busy? YOUNGREN’S SHOE SHOP — b— . .27 N. Higgins Ave. Merchant Tailors 1 329 N. Higgins Ave. MISSOULA MONTANA Dick E.: “Ah, Mary, you’re just as beautiful as you ever were and I have never forgotten you.” Mary K.: “And you, Dick, are just as big a liar as ever and I believe you just the same.” i REHMER PIANO AND PHONOGRAPH EXCHANGE | Used pianos bought and sold. Expert Piano Tuning. ! 1 1 6 W. Cedar St. Phone 1 6 1 7 We use care and skill in handling garments. That has given our establishment a reputation for which we are justly proud. Try us — we clean everything. MASTER CLEANERS AND DYERS SHOWING New Clothing, Haber- 1 dashery and Oxfords j for the young man. I Yanclt Dragstedt j Company 5 3 1 Higgins Ave. MISSOULA MONTANA } ■ - - t • Lockwood Sandwich I Shop | Strictly Home Cooking ! Try Our Home Made Doughnuts I Meals Served at all Hours MRS. J. W. WILSON, Prop. THE BITTER ROOT 159 MEETING PLACE Anaconda Copper For all the Students Mining Co. The Coffee Parlor LUMBER DEPARTMENT Good Eats Bonner, Montana —T— i i Be3t Home Made Ice Cream i Our Fountain Service Excels All Others Manufacturers of Pondosa Pine and Larch '■ —T— A o- Lumber Open from 7 to 12 i Box Shooks, Lath, Mouldings “Jack” Lenita: “Jack” Lenita: P.: “Is your Packard friend com in tonight?” “No.” : “Dodge Brothers ” “No—this is Willys-Knight.” j | Fashion | Barber ! Shop ! The Latest Styles in ! Haircutting. Quick Service. j � j Basement of Trust and Savings Bank 160 THE BITTER ROOT tt SAVE 7 M � L_ “Save” is a matter of preparation; efficiently anticipating a demand. “Save” is a foundation for future enjoyment. As such, the foundation deserves to be builded systematically. “Save” is judiciously retaining the pennies until they make the dollars; “a dollar saved is a dollar earned.” Thus for- tunes are builded. “Save” is a family and a personal duty—and that this duty can be achieved, the store to which you entrust your pat- ronage must be so organized that it can be helpful to you in attaining the object of your economy. “Save” is the never-forgotten duty of this Store and the hun- dreds of its associate Stores throughout the United States, to the people who place their trust in us so to buy that we can sell with unusual economy to all. “Save” comes not alone from price-lowness, but chiefly from quality service. “Save” is what you enjoy here, making this the Store Eco- nomical. Eight: “Grandpa, why is il that you have no hair on your head?” Eighty: “Grass does not grow on a busy street.” Eight: “Oh, I see. It can’t get up through the concrete.” Montana’s Largest Printing Plant is at your service —The difference between “just printing” and Missoulian Printing is identically the same as the difference between “breaking even” and Prospering. • £3££ i t Let us handle your next Printing Order ! The Missoulian Publishing Co. | Missoula, Montana i THE BITTER ROOT 161 Let Us Supply You — with — PIANOS VICTROLAS RADIOS or BAND INSTRUMENTS Popular Sheet Material Teaching Material Ooo DICKINSON PIANO CO. 218 Higgins Ave. Office Phone 720 Residence Phone 1111 -W JOHN POPE i Heating Plumbing H I j Basement Hammond Block j MISSOULA, MONTANA Husband: “No, dear—we mustn’t go to the Bluebird every night. We must think of all the bills we owe.” Wife: “But can’t we think of them down there, dear?” Headquarters for ! j School Office j PASCHAL | STUDIO j — and — Kodak « j Supplies | Ooo THE OFFICE SUPPLY CO. Florence Hotel Bldg. H. W. BALSLEY ! Proprietor ! THE BITTER ROOT r. j . _ j ’. I. STURM, Pres, ji H. M. STURM, Secy-Treas. J MONTANA MOTOR CO. ; Incorporated ! GARAGE AM) MACHINE SHOP | Storage, Repairing and Accessories PHONE 376 j 224 West Main Missoula, Mont. YELLOW CAB CO. PHONE 1100 v Missoula’s Greatest Telephone Number 1 LOU ELLINGHOUSE, Pres. R. G. LAING, Sec'y-Treas. | WALT’S How Is Your Coal Pile? | Light Repair • Missoula Coal and Transfer Company, Inc. ! Lawn Mowers Sharpened Wholesale and Retail Dealers in j in Season COAL 1 10 East Cedar Street j 112 West Main Phones 662 and 38 1 Judge: “Witness, tell me all that you know.” Witness: “Well, Judge, I can read, write, know a little arithmetic and some history.” Come to 1 Think of Feet j STOCKTON Think of For Your New and Second Hand Goods Colling Shoe Shop 306 North Higgins 206 SO. THIRD Buy Your Candies and Magazines at W00LW0RTH COMPANY KELLY’S Compliments of M. J. KELLY THE BITTER ROOT 163 FOLKS LIKE Our SERVICE Good Service is expect- ed—but service gladly rendered is refreshingly unusual. EXPERT Knowledge of watch construction makes our advice worth following for satisfaction and SERVICE $40.00 Master Built ELGIN STREAM LINE 17-jewel, adjusted. Finest engraved filled ease of 14-K White Gold. Lowest price for this quality. © $25.00 to $60.00 Exquisitely Designed WRIST WATCH Insured Service. Jeweled. M movement—White Gold case, v makes price unusual. iid justed Quality Always Something Sew B. H. JEWELRY CO. Always Something ' New “What position do von prefer in the array?” asked the personnel lieu- tenant. “At ease, sir ’ replied the soldier re-enlisting. “The Store of the Town for Men and Women” If It Comes From Barney’s It Must Be Good 164 THE BITTER ROOT ‘‘A Good Place to Trade” ; PETERSON DRUG ! COMPANY ! I Manufacturers of Peroxide Van- J ishing Cream, Mignon Toilet Products. Agents for Whitman’s Fine ‘ I Candies. j i Prescription Specialists. i ; TWO STORES ' 118 Higgins Ave. 2 32 Higgins Ave. j | t The John R. Daily i Co. 1 15-1 19 W. Front St. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in j FRESH and SALT MEATS, FISH, POULTRY, OYSTERS | i Packers of I Daco (Pride Mark) Hams, Baron • and Lard j A Home Product I Retail Phones 117-1 IN Wholesale Phone .‘116 BRANCH MARKET ! Model Market, 309 North Higgins Ave. j Phone 135 j Lamar: “I heard of a new show at the Bluebird, Marie. Let’s go to it.” Marie: “All right, what is it?” Lamar: “ ‘The Fish Line’ in one reel. You are sure of being pleased with your parties and banquets if they are held at MISSOULA HAIRDRESSING PARLOR Marcels Water Waves Shampoos Manicure Florence Hotel R. B. MacNAB, Mgr. ! We specialize in individual hairdresses ♦ � ! Mrs. Erickson, Missoula Hotel THE BITTER ROOT 165 ! 4 Per Cent Interest Paid on Savings and Time Deposits. 1 ‘Flee!’ cried Evelyn. “You mean fly. don’t von?” replied LeRoy. “Never mind what insect I mean. Just run. Pa’s coming.” MISSOULA TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK MISSOULA - - - MONTANA CAPITAL $200,000 SURPLUS $ 50,000 SMITH DRUG STORE ---and--- SOUTH SIDE PHARMACY THE BUSY CORNERS DeForest Radios, Tubes and Supplies School Supplies Stationery Waterman’s Pens Columbia Grafonolas and Brunswick Phonographs Always the Latest Records PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS 166 THE BITTER ROOT ------------------------------ FIRST NATIONAL BANK j OF MISSOULA ! Montana’s Oldest National Bank Established 1873 CAPITAL AND SURPLUS, $300,000.00 Dixie (to grocer)? “I want to buy some lard.” Grocer: “Pail?” Dixie: “1 didn’t know it came in shades.” Save With Safety By trading at the Missoula Drug Co. The House of Service Hammond Block Dry Cleaning Service Pleating - - Buttons Hemstitching FASHION CLUB Phone 143 525 South Higgins Ave. i THE BITTER ROOT 167 j N. C. PETERSON j Sheet Metal Worker I Metal Roofing, Skylights and : Steel Ceilings i ! Heating, Ventilating and Blow Pipe Work I ♦ ♦ i � I Caloric Pipe and Pipeless Furnaces 245 W. Main Phone 388 j--------------------------------] | Coal Wood j j Fuel Oil | S I j J Paint, Sheetrock, Lime, Cement, j Elastite Joint Filler, Bricklayers’ j Cement, Shope Cement Brick. PERRY FUEL CEMENT CO. | 244 Higgins Ave. PHONE 400 ; ‘Hello James, you’re early of late. You were always behind before. I am glad to see you’re first at last.” EDWARDS MOTOR Eat at J CO. MINUTE LUNCH j Hudson-Essex Dealers i Best Waffles and Hot Cakes in ; Town The Cars That Stay Young y Ta PHONE 564 ' ' 242 N. Higgins ♦ 21 1 East Front W. E. WHEELER, Prop. i 168 THE BITTER ROOT | j ! Day In and Day Out ! J Day in and day out Dodge Broth- J J ers Motor car serves its owners J J faithfully and at a low cost, j J CONSTANTLY IMPROVED | ! BUT NO YEARLY MODELS ! j | | Dodge Brothers Motor Car retains | j its basic design year after year. | I Improvements are made constant- j I ly but there are no radical annual j I changes. Both new and used t I cars sold on reasonable terms. I j 2 ; KENNEDY MOTOR CO. j Phone 5 73 208 E. Main j t Missoula, Montana ♦ i_____________________________j. i McKay Art Company Eastman Kodaks and j Supplies, Developing J and Printing, Pictures and Frames, Memory J Books, Gift Novelties, j 4 “I had an awful time with Amos last night.” Amos who?” “A mosquito.” Gardner Garage Co. INC. General Automobile Repairing Wrecking Car Service Day and Night J Steam Cleaning and Washing Storage, Oil and Accessories I Phones 541-1892 TWO SERVICE CARS -------------------, THE PALACE Missoula’s Popular Hotel First Class Dining Room in Connection THE BITTER ROOT 169 A Good Photograph Something you will treasure in future years. I The Colville Studio 208 Higgins Ave. I j We Carry Complete Lines of Vevlay Toilet Articles | Eaton Crane Pike s Stationery | Waterman's Fountain Pens j Eastman and Ansco Cameras and Films ! HARKNESS DRUG i | STORE j ' Cor. Pine and Higgins Ave. ' J Missoula - Montana J i i “I’m sorry to have to do this,” said little Bobbie as he spread the jam on the baby’s face, “but I can’t have the suspicion pointing to me.” Millard: “I have an idea.” John: “Be good to it—it’s in a strange place.” A game of duck pins once in a I while on our alleys will provide I fun with less expenditure of en- | orgy than is required by howling j proper. Try it. “A Healthy Plesaure” THE IDLE HOUR ; 119 E. Cedar St. Billiards and Bowling ! LEM-RICK Soft Drink Parlor I------------------------------ BAKER WALFORD j “The Electric Shop” Electric Supplies, Wiring and Contracting i 1 I 1 N. Higgins Ave. ! ! PHONE 581 170 THE BITTER ROOT ---( STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF The Western Montana National Bank i OF MISSOULA, MONTANA ! AT TIIE CLOSE OF BUSINESS, APRIL 6, 1925 RESOURCES Loans and Discounts.........$2,040,918.61 U. S. Bonds Deposited with U. S. Treasurer for Cir- culation ..................... 100,000.00 Real Estate ................... 13.695.47 Furniture and Fixtures.................... 12,554.35 Stock in Federal Reserve Bank .... 7,500.00 Bonds, State, County and City Warrants ............... 427,479.93 Liberty Bonds . .$264,600.00 Due from U. S. Treasurer ...... 5,000.00 Cash in Vaults and Due from Banks ........ 881,687.93 1.151.287.93 $3,753,436.29 LIABILITIES Capital Stock ... Surplus Undivided Profits Circulation Deposits .. ; 200,000.00 50,000.00 81.547.19 99,200.00 3,322,689.10 $3,753,436.29 OFFICERS—F. T. Sterling-, President: J. H. T. Ryman, Vice President; Newell Gough, Cashier; Will H. Clark, Assistant Cashier; J. W. Sterling, Assistant Cashier. DIRECTORS—F. T. Sterling. G. A. Wolf. .J. H. T. Ryman. C. F. Kelley, Newell Gough, L. O. Evans, W. L. Murphy “Did you give this man the third degree?” asked the police officer. “Yes. We browbeat and badgered him with every question we could think of.” “What did he do?” “He dozed off and merely murmured now and then, ‘Yes, my dear. You're perfectly right.7 77 There once was a fisher named Fisher, Who fished from the edge of a fissure. A fish with a grin Pulled the fisherman in. Now they’re fishing the fissure for Fisher. Katherine W.: “What do you mean by kissing me? I say, what do you mean?” Willard II.: “ Why—er—nothing. ” Katherine W.: “Don’t do it again. I won’t have any man kissing me unless he means business. Do you hear?” THE BITTER ROOT 171 Prof, (rapping on desk): ‘‘Order, gentlemen, order!’” Student (just awakening): “Egg sandwich and cup of coffee.” Said the cynic: “Life is just one fool thing after another; love is just two fool things after each other. 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