Hobart Senior High School - Memories Yearbook (Hobart, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1923 volume:

Aurora Uolume Fifteen- 1923 Published by The Senior Class, Hobart High School Hobart, Indiana A U R () R A DEDICATION We, the Class of ’23, zoish to express our appreciation to Miss Frageman for her com- mendable efforts and active interest manifested toward us in our work, by dedicating to her this book. Page three AURO R A BOARD OF EDUCATION C. C. SHEARER, Pres. .1. M. MUNDELL, Sec’y F. H. DAVIS, Treas. Page four A U R () R A I A,I , L , PA JJ E , E MARK FOREMAN hditor-in-Chief Business Manager FOREWORD Here is your school life. Tf we have produced a volume which will present vividly the school life of Hobart High as you have known her ; if it will recall pleasant memories, then we have succeeded in our attempt. Here is your school life. Page five A U R () R A THE ANNUAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief Art Editor Joke Editor Literary Editor Snapshot Editor Advertising Manager Athletic Editor Business Manager Social Editor Paul Pattee Lois Tabbert Emil Ewigleben ...Gertrude Freeburg Margaret Maybaum Walter Tolle Harold Nelson Mark Foreman Mary Thomas Page six Page seven A U R () R A R. C. ALLEX, Supt. Mr. Allen is our Superintendent and his motto is “pep into it.” He hates sneaks and he believes in being frank and straightforward. All the Seniors will remember him as the “pep starter,” and his antipathy toward Hunkers” and “quitters.” E. F. ORR, Prin. Mathematics and Science Mr. Orr is our principal. He is one of the great “Hoosicrs,” and his home is in Fort Wayne. He is a graduate of Chicago University. He is jovial when out of classes and can often be seen in the corridors joking with the girls, but in classes — beware! All in all, Mr. Orr is a companionable fellow and we hope he will be our principal again next year. Page eight A U R () R A MARCELLA HARTMAN Latin and French Miss Hartman is our Latin and French teacher. Her merry laugh is frequently heard, but watch your step if you’re mis- behaving, for she fully comprehends your actions. CHARLES R. FARMER History and Civics Mr. Farmer is a graduate from both Franklin High and Franklin College. He is instructor of history, physical geography and civics. He is the sponsor of the Junior class and the supreme coach of the boys’ basketball team. He has been with us but one short year, but he is the friend of the entire student body. JUANITA LADD FRAGEMAN English and Public Speaking Miss Frageman hails from Missouri. She is sponsor of the Senior class and she will never be forgotten for the work she did for them. She has changed her name to Mrs. Frageman-Gammon and this is her last year of school. She surely will be missed by the students next year. Here’s to “Fragie” and a happy married life. ALFRED D. OZMENT Commercial and Economics Mr. Ozment is a small man, but he cer- tainly can keep order. He is our special crime sheet promoter. His motto is, “See- ing’s Believing,” and if you doubt it attempt to apprise him of what you think about the situation. He is an expert commercial teacher and he is a friend to be desired. Page nine U R ORA EDNA BARNES Music Miss Barnes has charge of the music de- partment. Her classes are proof of her ability. “Good things come done up in small packages.” Hear her sing and then you will he aide to tell why she has charge of the rhythmic combination of tones. WILLARD JOHNSON Manual Training Mr. Johnson has been the instructor of the manual training department in Hobart High for a number of years. He assists Miss Voorhis to guide the Freshmen’s foot- steps aright in all their social pastimes. GEORGIA VOORHIS Domestic Science Miss Voorhis is our instructor of home economics. She rarely says anything in the assembly, but is noted for jotting names down for the “crime sheet.” She can still the pangs of hunger to perfection, and if you don ' t believe it ask the basketball boys. She is also the English instructor for the “Freshies.” BY THEIR FAVORITE SAYINGS YOU SHALL KNOW THEM Mr. Orr : “Come on, now” — Mr. Farmer: “In some cases” — Miss Frageman : Interpretation of the question is part of the examina- tion.” Mr. Allen: “Snap into it.” Mr. Ozment: “You’d better start putting your things away.” Miss Hartman: “Literally, now freely, please.” Pape ten ' Vm A PEEP INTO ©bOBE W CCSSPDKfiT Page eleven Paul PatteE Class Officers LoiS Tabbert GertrutlE Freeburg Pessie Nitchman Emil Evvigleben JOlin Hawke MaRgaret Carlson Harold NelSon Emil BartOs Wally TIofFman President John Hawke Vice-President Paul Pattee Secretary Lois Tabbert Treasurer Margaret Maybaum Sponsors Juanita Frageman Gammon Estle F. Orr Mary Thomas OWen Crisman MargarE t Maybaum MartiN Struebing RuTh Gill Jessie JoY LacceetTa Campbell Harry Ryan Nick DRachulich Chari Es Gerber Mark ForEman Herbert Peterson. Class Motto Toil conquers all things” Class Colors Crimson and White Class Flower Sweet Pea Pape twelve A U R () R A JOHN HAWKE John Hawke is our president, And a mighty good one we say; He’s never afraid to spend a cent, And he is always happy and gay. PAUL PATTEE “Pat,” our born newspaper man, Is here for an education, But upon the slightest pretense Creates argument without provocation. LOIS TABBERT Lois Tabbert is our basketball girl. Also our editor of art; With her bobbed hair, through all the years She declares she will never part. MARGARET MAYBAUM Margaret Maybaum, our secretary, Has very much work to do. She’s on the run continually And collects money when it’s due. Page thirteen A U R O R A HAROLD NELSON Harold Nelson is our tall young “Swede,” Who greets you with a nod and smile. Although he’s good looking, we ' ll concede. He makes his classes all worth while. LACCEETTA CAM l’llKLL Lacceetta Campbell never is sad, Her face just seems to beam. She’s very interested in a certain lad, And she’s captain of the basketball team. NICK DRACHUL1CH Nick Drachulich is a “newcomer,” Although he’s been with us before: He enjoys arguing with the teachers. And usually holds the floor. MARK FOREMAN Mark is our business man, so able, And, oh! so very tall — And what he doesn ' t know is labeled As not worth knowing at all. Page fourteen A U R () R A EMIL EWIGLEBEN “Abie,” our man from the farm. Inevitably says, “Oh, I don’t know,” But just ask him about the girls. Well — he’s not so dreadfully slow. GERT RU D E F R E E BURG Gertrude, or “Gus,” has more pep Than anyone in Hobart High — She’s a good speaker, so goes the report, And some day she’ll score high. HARRY RYAN Harry Ryan, our old friend. But new unto our class: Was determined to go until the end, And fall not for a single lass. RUTH GILL Ruth Gill, the tallest girl in class. Lacks comportment debonair, Life ' s all for fun,” she’s heard to say, As she tosses back he r brown bobbed hair. Page fifteen A URO li A WALTER TOLLE Walter Tolle, our yell leader, Is very graceful on his toes. Mis favorite tune, “The Old Gray Mare,” Goes with him wherever he goes. BESSIE N ITCH MAN Bessie Nitchman is constantly singing a song And willing to do what she can. The report goes now that before long She’ll make happy some lonely young man. OWEN CRISMAN Small of stature, Owen is, And hails from Deep River. He never misses school a day, For he drives his “old man’s” flivver. MARGARET CARLSON Margaret’s full of vim and pep, For work she is a bear; But often in the corridor She ' s found touching up her hair. Page sixteen V U R () R A HERBERT PETERSON If you were walking down the street And it was your chance of fate To meet a tall young athlete — It ' s “Pete, ' ’ our orator, so sedate. MARY THOMAS A little girl our Mary is. But she ' s always “smilin’ thru;” The merry twinkle in her eyes Bids others just smile, too. EMIL BART OS Emil came from New Chicago To secure an education. We often wonder where he’ll gq Just after graduation. JESSIE JOY Jessie Joy, the black haired lass, Who continually says, “I don’t care — ” Even when a hoy she does pass Tilts her nose up in the air. Paye seventeen A IT R () R A CHARLES GERBER Charles Gerber is our question box, And our basketball center, too. “Success to you, ‘Chuck,’ old fox, May you win in all you do.” WALLY HOFFMAN Wally Hoffman, with her spit curl, Enjoys to make things funny — For example, no matter of whom she’s fond. She ' ll always call ’em “honey.” MARTIN STRUEB1 N G “Marty’s” quiet, calm and steady; In his work there’s no delay; But with constant, fixed purpose He does his work from day to day. BY WHAT THEY ARE KNOWN Wally Hoffman — “Oh, I don’t know.” John Hawke — “S’more of your business.” Bessie Nitchman — Well, I don ' t care.” Nick Drachulich — “W ell, but take in consideration”— Lacceetta Campbell — “You tell ’em.” Emil Ewigleben — Whoisheee ! ! !” Lois Tabbert — “Say, kid.” Charles Gerber — “Well, I meant” Paul Pattee — “A regular felatious infelicity.” Page eighteen A U R O R A A HANDSHAKE WITH OLD ' 23 As 1 sit before my fireside, my thoughts begin to fly. Swiftly and softly back again to dear old “Hobart High.” In the dying embers now before my eyes I see Lovely visions and pictures of the class of ’23. On a load of hay sits “Abie,” captain of this farm convoy, Then whom should I see before me but our dear old Jessie Joy. And next upon the scene appears a lonely barber shop — Behind the counter I see “Chuck,” that studious old top. And after that appears a book, the latest of the day, And Ruth Gill is the author, I am very glad to say. Martin Struebing and Walter Tolle, after that as orators came, And also Gertrude Freeburg, of universal fame. And next appears a bungalow, in the doorway there 1 see Our lovely Bessie Nitchman bestowing love on Anthony. And then the scenes are changed ; and in a pulpit high Harold Nelson I see preaching, why we should tell no lie. And after that comes Lois, and Wally, too, is seen, 1 notice them to be — behind the movie screen. My flame dies lower, and amid the logs I see A happy traffic cop, ' tis no other than Pattee! Then next appears a statesman who always loved to talk, And when my flame leaps up again, I recognize John Hawke. And next a cozy business room comes forth upon the scene; And Margaret Carlson and Maybaum are only to be seen. My flame dies lower, but upon it Nick Drachulich appears, Denouncing trusts and corporations without the least of fears. A progressive farmer, Owen Crisman. 1 observe has come to be. W ho deals in stock and cattle of highest pedigree. And then Mary Thomas, a domestic little girl, Is found content within a home; not in society’s whirl. And then comes Mark and Emil, jewelers rich and proud, And after them comes Harry, with laugh both long and loud. Then Pete makes his appearance upon the flickering flame, And Lacceetta — she s not Campbell — but she has another name. My firelight dims and soon goes out, and I am left, you see — ithout those chums, those pals of mine — the class of ’23. Page nineteen A U R () R A CLASS WILL We, the Class of 1923 of Hobart High School, do hereby make our last will and testament, and bequeath the following properties: First. I, John Hawke, bequeath my basketball ability to Hardee Allen. Second. I, Margaret Maybaum, bequeath my ability to hold offices to Max Brand. Third. I, Lois Tabbert, bequeath my vanity to Helen O ' Keefe. Fourth. I, Paul I’attee. bequeath my vocabulary to Stella Martin. Fifth. I, Herbert Peterson, bequeath my height to Emil Kegebein. Sixth. 1, Gertrude Freeburg, bequeath my “pep” to Martha Amlong. Seventh. I, Walter Tolle, bequeath my knowledge of English to Marcia Roper. Eighth: 1. Bessie Nitchman, bequeath my average of straight “A’s” to my less brilliant brother, Robert. Ninth. I, Emil Ewiglehen, bequeath my patent leather hair dress to Ralph Wall. Tenth. 1, Lacceetta Campbell, bequeath my “curly” hair to Bernice Jones. Eleventh. I, Mark Foreman, bequeath by “Olds” to my brother, Leslie. Twelfth. I, Mary Thomas, bequeath my ability to chatter to Arthur Bowman. Thirteenth. I, Jessie Joy, bequeath my knowledge in Ph ysics to Jean- ette Cavender. Fourteenth. 1, Wally Hoffman, bequeath my position as guard to my sister, Adelaide. Fifteenth. I, Nick Drachulich, bequeath my ability to “stall to Blanche Burge. Sixteenth. 1, Margaret Carlson, bequeath my Junior friend, Myrtle Krueger, to William Blaemire. Seventeenth. I, Emil Bartos, bequeath my pronounciation of “th to Miss Frageman. Eighteenth. I. Ruth Gill, bequeath all my powder to Ruth Wolkenhauer. Nineteenth. I, Harry Ryan, bequeath my gum to him who cares for it. Page twenty A UR () R A Twentieth. I, Martin Struebing, bequeath my “speed’’ to Elsie Fifield. Twenty-first. I, Charles Gerber, bequeath my saxophone to Herman Wesley. Twenty-second. I. Harold Nelson, bequeath my straight “A’s” in book- reports to Harold Feltwell. Twenty-third. I, Owen Crisman, bequeath my ability to drive a Ford to Gordon Shore. We hereby nominate and appoint Principal E. F. Orr and Miss Frageman, our sponsor, to he the executors of this our last will and testament. (Signed) CLASS OF 1923. Witnesses : “Uncle Bill” Foreman Mr. John Francen. THE SLEUTH (Dedicated to A. D. O.) A shadow drifts across the glass, hich is framed by the swinging doors : Th ' assembly is a whisp’ring mass hen, suddenly — (thanks to the creaking floors,) A sound comes from the “empty” hall. Which startled some, and quiets all. The door is opened, just a crack, The “shadow” stands with pad in hand — While ' round the room, two eyes of black Search for the hiding, guilty band. And then, with slow and measured tread, He moves along the aisle; Nodding and turning his black-haired head, Wearing a crafty smile. Why does he smile while the rest look sad? He has lengthened the crime sheet — that ' s why he ' s glad. Page twenty-one A U R () R A r k i t1 CM IL EMll- marg ' aret ewiGLEBEM SARTOS p uu Carlsont a 77 ' ■ m i Walter TOLLE Herbert Peterson PATTEE HAROLD A ELSO _ ™om y as J| ' MARK FOREM W lacFeetTA Y 0 FFMANN CAMPBELL 1 r f -4 ■ •4- •N J Margaret MAYRA UM r CHARLES VAVfMA GERTRUDE GER E i FREE BURG RUTH GILL LOIS TAB 3 ERT JOm H KE Pajfe twenty-two Page twenty-three A UK OKA Page twenty- four JUNIORS Officers : President John Campbell ice- President Robert Gresser Secretary Evelyn Stark Treasurer Virginia Butler Irvin Benson Marcia Roper Arthur Bowman Emily Rohwedder Florence Ewigleben Elmer Scharbach 1 laroltl Feltwell August Schlobohm Leslie Foreman Edna Schlobohm Mary Harris Renetta Schnabel Florence Keilman William Stark Myrtle Krueger Grace Stoeckert Mildred Lindborg Leona Traeger Margaret Maclver John Traeger Clifton Nygren Richard Van Loon I lelen Peterson Elizabeth Watkins Charles Pierson Page twenty-five A UR () R A Page twenty-six Papre twenty-seven A U R O R A Pape twenty-eiprht A UK ORA SOPHOMORES President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . Thelma Tolle Madalyn Luers Mable Lutz Tames Hawke William Bacli Lillian Baumer William Blaemire Virginia Blanchard Blanche Burge Donald Burge Altadena Carpenter Jeanette Cavender Evelyn Charpie Helen Ferren Laura Fiester Wesley Frazee Emma Friedrich Louise Frisinger Estella Gerber Kathryn Grinn Henry Gerdt Clarence Harney Wilbur Hatten . James Hawke Irene Hoffman Arthur Johnson Effie Johnson Bernice Jones Emil Kegebein Katharine Kroker Mable Lutz Madalyn Luers Stella Martin William McAfee Byron Mellon Edward Mellon William Messick Robert Nitchman Mary O’Hearn Helen O’Keefe Elna Paxton Estil Pierson V ance Reed Stephen Ripley Vera Rowe Betty Rossow Harriette Shoemaker Thelma Tolle Dorothy Travers Ruth Van Loon Clara Van Loon Ralph Wall William Watkins Faye Wilcox Glee Wilson Page twenty-nine AURORA GO INgUp SLmiNgSGOOD I m - PEggY s A LLV SAUCER THE ' SHIEK Page thirty Page thirty-one A U R O U A Page thirty-two A U R O R A FRESHMEN Class Officers : President Vice President Secretary Treasurer ...Gordon Argo .. Isabel Roper ... Elna Paxton Robert Adams Clara Rieck Roy Shearer Almira Wild Ted Kaciczak Cyrillus 1 lein Robert Boyd Edmund Bartos Lyle Wilson Francis Adams Clarence Hancock Gordon Shore Ward Hatten Ben Braudigan Edward Dooling Verna Troehlcr Herman Wesley Evelyn Hancock Ruth Rhoades Martha Amlong Dalia Messick Eva Carslon Hazel Johnson Marcella Tbyen Eva Holzmer Edith Joy Clara Van Loon Margaret O ' l learn Arthur Johnson Russel Wheaton Clarence I larney Marjorie James William Bach Maximillian Brand Donald Burge Luther Carlson Leola Krueger Harold Helin V era Rowe Luther Carlson Lillian Baumer Eli Price Lucille Peterson Katie Sipusic Marjorie Lutz Adelhaide Hoffman Hardee Allen Ruth Wolkenhauer Maynie Mummery Georgia Price Faye Wilcox Rose Dooling Virginia Blanchard Page thirty-three A U R () R A Page thirty-four Page thirty-five A U R () R A If one should compare the number of games won and lost by the “brick yard” squad, he might consider the season a poor one for Hobart. But had he been present and observed their resolute offensive and stiff defensive, the only conclusion which could favorably be reached would be that the team was one deserving of credit. The boys showed superiority in floor work. Ineligibility ruptured the team on several occasions, but through grim determination the players overcame their “D” marks and scholarship rein- stated them. On March 2d and 3d they entered the district tournament at Hammond. According to the prearranged schedule, Hobart was listed to play Crown Point. The boys played an offensive game, but were unable to slice through the “Red and White’s” impregnable defense. The score was 16 to 21 in favor of Crown Point. The net result of the number of games won this season was negligible, but if the fighting spirit and aggressive action is of any value, then the Hobart basketball team bids fair to endanger the lead of this season’s op- ponents next year. Page thif-ty-six V R () R A Fight! Ilobart, Fight! Kernal Cootie, Andy Gump ! We’ve got ’em, boy, on the jump — Oh, Min! Amo, amas, amat, We ' re going to make ’em trot. They’ll eat our dust, We’ll win or bust, Amo, amas, amat. Purple and gold, rah, rah ! Purple and gold, rah, rah! Who-rah ! Who-rah ! Hobart High School, Rah, rah, rah ! Glorianna, Prince of Panna, Best High School in Indiana! Zippi-Zippi! Ziz-boom Bah! Hobart High School, Rah, rah, rah! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Hobart High School, Rah, rah, rah! Pape thirty-seven A U R () K A Page thirty-eight U R O R A John Hawke (Captain), horward. — Around this man was built the team. “Jadda was a consistent (and persistent) player at all times. He played his “famous dribble ' in every game and proved himself to be a star. 1 le was high point man. “Jadda graduates this year. Richard Van Loon, Forward. — Joe secured a regular berth on the squad at the beginning of the season and held it. He fought with the idea to advance toward a termina- tion. Joe has another year to play. Here ' s to you. “Joe.’’ C harles Gerber, (. enter. Although ineligibility restricted his active participation in the games at the beginning of the season, “Chuck later placed his work on the approved list and with his entrance into basketball he played a de- pendable game. Charles graduates this year. Emil Ewigleben, Guard. — There was nothing flashy about this husky, but he surprised us in the Knox game by Hing- ing the ball into the basket. This is Abie’s” last year. He’s a Senior, too. Robert Gresser, Guard. — Bob proved himself a steady man on the team. His continual ability to play the ball made him an important cog. lie was a good fighter and a reliable man. 15ob has another year to play. John Campbell, Forward. — We give “Johnny” credit for what he can do and his dead eye shot for baskets. His scholarship disqualified him about half of the time, but he finally minified this deficiency. His fast floor work classi- fied him as a top notcher. James Hawke, horward. — Jimmy was the fastest man on the squad, but due to his size he had no permanent place on the team. With another year of growth, his speed and ability insure him a place on next year’s first team. Page thirty-nine A V R () R A INDIVIDUAL RECORD Player Field Goals Personal Fouls Free Throws F. T. Missed John 1 lavvke 50 25 28 24 Richard Van Loon 33 7 24 32 J. Campbell 27 12 2 5 C. Gerber 7 10 R. Gresser 4 12 E. Ewigleben 1 13 James Hawke 1 H. Peterson 1 Total points 124 70 54 61 “IN MEMORIAM” Inter-Class Tournament Died March 14, 1923 A U R () R A GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM The Hobart High School glories in its girls’ basketball team. The girls have been so successful in their season ' s work that they have won all except one game and that was lost with a good spirit of determination “to beat ’em the next time.” Ruth, Lacceetta, Evelyn, Lois and Elsie composed the team. Four of the girls are graduates of this year ' s class, but they leave Evelyn to secure four girls like herself to build again next year another team of speed and victory. With the same spirit of “Win for Hobart High” they’ll meet with success. Page forty-one A U R C) R A “MY FIRST IMPRESHUN UV A BASKUT BAWL GAME” Ma conies in and sez do you vvanta go to a baskut-bawl game tonite I sez do they serve eets she sez no of corse not 1 sez then I dont wanta go she sez you heter or youl hafta stay home alone I sez 111 go, so we go. When we get thare to the skool ware the game is gonna be we go in ware theres only sum seets a floore. Theres sum funny things hanging frum the seeling made outta string which ma sez are baskuts. Wile Im lookin in comes sum boys in swimmin soots, the first boy has got a big bawl wich lies bowncing the rest are all chasing him. They fool arowned a wile then some more boys com in and do the same thing. Pretty soon a man in a wite soot blows a wissle which makes evervboddy exsited then too uv the boys go up to him he throws the bawl up in the are they jump at it. When th bawl cums down all uv the boys begin to run arownd grab it throw it arowned the flore at eech uther. Pretty soon wun boy gets the bawl throws it in wun of those baskuts but its gotta hole in the bottum uv it the bawl falls out but everybuddy veils attabay Jo. I sez wut did he shoot the baskut ter she sez dont ask so menny foolish kwestyuns so I dont. Then they start all over wen they have got about half way thru agen too uv the boys get to fiting wun noks the uther down everybuddy yells. Abie, sock him agen 1 sez ma wut do they wanta sock him fer ma. J And she sez O stop your foolish kwestyuns, so I do. After they have played a good wile everybuddy has been yelling the boys have shot the baskuts a hole lot of times I get tyered decide to have som fun uv my one, so I get down under the seets pick up krakerjack bockses tickets until sumbuddy shoots a gun, I jumped a foot and dropped all uv the tickets. I believe it skared all uv us becuz they all yelled ran out. I decided the next time I went too a game like that Id take my checker- board play checkers. —STEPHEN RIPLEY. Pajre forty-two A U R () R A Page forty-three A U R () R A Papre forty-four A U R O R A Page forty-five A U R O R A The above picture introduces to you the Hobart High Mixed Chorus, which consists of thirty-five members and their effective directress, Miss Barnes. They have appeared before the assembly upon specific occasions, and have invariably pleased the student body. In the Lake County Choral Contest at Hammond they are to represent Hobart High School. The selection which they have chosen, “To a Wild Rose,” is also the one selected by the Crown Point chorus. The work of the chorus as a whole has been commendable. Page forty-six A U R C) R A THE ORCHESTRA Director — Miss Barnes Violins — Raymond Walters, Frank Brown, Violette Ellenberger, Alice VanLoon, Max Brand, Eva Sandstrom, Miriam Shoemaker. Saxophone and Cornets — Harry Coons, Wesley F razee, Charles Gerber, Emma Friedrich. Clarinets — John Campbell, Marjorie Lutz. Drums — Russell Wheaton. French Horn — Mr. Phelps. Piano — Helen Ferren. The orchestra, under the direction of Miss Barnes, has steadily pro- gressed. In addition to playing before the assembly it has made a number of public appearances. The first, before a large audience, was at the grade op- eretta, “The Maid and the Golden Slipper.” Its next appearance was before the Women’s Reading Club. On April 15th it furnished music for “High School Night,” at the Methodist church. Page forty-seven A U R O R A Page forty-eijrht Page forty-nine A U R O R A ORIGIN OF THE HOBART TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL N. P. Banks, First School Trustee There was no grading or regular course of study in this school until 1886. In 1887 the two first years of High School were added ; at the end of two years the graduating class consisted of one member, some having dropped out. Soon after, two more years of High School work was added and the next graduating class consisted of three members. This is very different from our present-day graduating classes. In 1896 the school was inspected by the State Board of Education and commissioned. This permitted any graduate to enter any State Educational Institution without examination. This year, with the approval of the State School Superintendent, the trustee furnished transportation for all students of Hobart Township High School living more than two miles from school. According to the Superintendent, this was the first school transportation in the State at public expense. The first school in Lake County to fly “Old Glory, the American flag, over the school house, was Hobart School. The flag raising was attended by the Hobart G. A. R. with patriotic ceremony, in the spring of 1887. The present graduating class consists of twenty-three members. The school has competent instructors, and good management, and ranks high with the High Schools in the surrounding towns and cities. 1 he school building as it now stands was erected at five different periods. In 1877 a square four- room building was erected which is now near the center of the present building. In 1890 a two-room addition was built on the east side of the old building, and in 1894 a four-room addition on the west side. Pajfe fifty A U R () R A In 1897, a new roof being needed on the old building and on account of the uncouth appearance of the building, the walls and roof of the east wing and the old part were raised to conform to the west wing, and a stone founda- tion and front added. In 1910 the east wing was built, all of which consti- tutes the present building. This was a Township School, District No. 2, until the town took it over in 1915. The row of hard maple trees in front of the school building was planted in 1897. THEY SINNED AND SINNED AND SINNED AGAIN For in one hour so great riches is come to naught. And every faculty member, and all the assembled host in the balcony and on the stage, and as many as stood on the side lines, looked on aghast and cried when they saw the turmoil, saying, “Where art the rulers, that ruin should come unto this basketball tourna- ment ?’’ And the night did pass. Next day unto the students of Hobart High didst come the emperor, the mighty Mr. Allen. And he gave them drink in vessels of gold, saying, “Take, drink, ye culprits, the bitter wine of experience. Ye built your tower, Babel, with honest sweat of honest toil, Yea, the very honor of your school ye built. That all this should come to naught in one small hour, ' It weighs me down, that all our teachings should come to this! A prudent man foreseeth evil, and liideth himself ; But the simple provoketh riots and are punished, Let this be to ye a lesson.’’ After he sayeth thus, he and the faculty departeth. And the students did repent, saying with heads bowed to the ground: “O, forgive us, honored faculty, our trespasses, for we heartily repent them. “And help us not to provoke our class opponents to the spirit of upheaval ; neither stain nor slander the name of our beloved school, for we would hear upon ourselves nameless inflictions to save the honor of our Purple and Gold. “Forgive us our misconduct, not for ourselves, hut for our dear Hobart High and our faculty, who must hear this ignominy for years to come. EDNA SCHLOBOHM. Page fifty-one A U R () R A A RIP VAN WINKLE EXPERIENCE I’m crossing an old worm-eaten bridge on the outskirts of a bright and dazzling city. Innumerable spires and steeples tower high above the tree tops. Surely this cannot be my native town ! But here is a familiar road. I shall follow it and hurry homeward, for night is already spreading her dark wings over the earth. What magnificent buildings! What has happened? I must be dreaming! I have been walking rapidly and must be near the heart of this fairy dreamland. The pavements are dark green. The buildings are of a shiny substance, and the windows are in shapes of circles, triangles, and octagons. As I turn a corner I come upon a man, or is it a woman? On each leg he wears a blue skirt fringed in gold. His coat is of the same color. His hat has a crown as small as a teacup, while the brim is broad, extending six inches on either side. A small gold strap under his chin holds it to his head. How he stares at me! Where did you come from, hobo?” the throws at me. The poor fellow! I shall hurry and get out of this neighborhood, for the asylum must be near. Goodness me! Here comes a girl in a dancing costume! To what is this world coming? And she has gray bobbed hair, and she is actually wearing anklets- Oh, my, how outrageous! I shall turn from these wicked things and hurry home. Surely, I only imagine that I am seeing these things. Why — where has everything disappeared to? This is the spot where my home once stood, for here is the poplar tree with my initials carved on it. Everything, everybody, — oh, my poor head, what is the matter with me? How lonesome I am. Everything seems so sad to me, so gay to this new race ! Have you at last returned?” What a gentle voice! Can I believe my ears and eyes? Yes, it is truly my dear friend Kathryn, but how old she seems ! Little by little Kathryn unfolds to me how an old hag poured into my ear a sleeping powder which caused me to fall into a deep sleep. She had confessed to Kathryn this dastardly deed on her death bed, but she had died before she could tell where I was hidden. Xow I understand ! For seventeen years 1 had slept and had just awak- ened to a new life. At last I had safely returned to my native town and my dear friend Kathryn. HELEN FERREN. Page fifty-two A U R () R A A TRIBUNAL SCENE ' I h rough the efforts of Coach Farmer, John Hawke, of the Hobart basket- ball team, was to be tried on the charge of deserting them. 1 he tribunal erected for the trial of the innocent and unhappy John occupied the stage in the school auditorium. Directly before the accused sat His Most Honorable Highness, the judge, the eloquent Arthur Bowman, dressed in full and ample robes of flowing green and yellow, holding in his hand the mystic yard-stick, the symbol of his office. At his feet was placed a table at which were seated the two most learned scribes of the land, Clyde Belkow and illiam McAfee. T he black dresses, bare scalps and still barer brains of these two reverend men formed a strong contrast to the military attire and demeanor of the knights-in-attendance of which there were six in all. All of these were elegantly armoured, but Sir Harold Nelson was unsur- passed in grandness of attire or dignity of manner. He stood as erect as the tower of I’isa. His glittering helmet was an aluminum stew kettle. The morion was a nutmeg grater. The back and breast plates were made of the highest grade of tin procurable — a door of a Ford. II is shield was a Ford radiator with a map of Sweden and a Swedish motto inscribed upon it. The remaining parts of this armour were of chain style, being made of old tire chains. d he room was crowded to the utmost, the people dangling gracefully from the chandeliers, across beams, windows and ventilators. The judge signaled the knights to strike up that mournful dirge, “If you like schools with pep, ' etc. When this has ceased the eloquent Arthur Bowman addressed the assembly thus : “Reverend and valiant men, inquisitive onlookers and the rest of this use- less assembly: Be it known to you that we are here assembled to try, con- vict and punish a perfectly innocent person. 1 have personal reasons for knowing him to be innocent, but I will not disclose them, for it is my duty to convict him of anything I may. This infamous person is John Hawke, charged with deserting the team without good cause or reason. When one has strayed from the fold it is the duty of the kind and tender shepherd to Papre fifty-three A U R () R A call together his comrades and punish the deserter severely. In ordinary cases we should cast out the deserter from the school were he the left hand, eye and foot thereof, but considering the high position of our noble brother we will give him one more opportunity to return to the fold and if he heeds not this kindness he is not worth the thread it took to sew up his basketball suit and shall be exterminated from the school. The judge was about to proceed when from the corner stepped William Messick, the herald, and in a voice of thunder pronounced the dismissal word. STEPHEN RIPLEY. WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF Ernil Ewigleben sneezed softly? Emil Bartos moved to — Chicago? Lois Tabbert forgot to ask if her nose were shiny? Mary Thomas would talk slowly? Max Brand came to school early? Mark Foreman rode in the school bus? Herbert Peterson grew taller? Elsie Fifield forgot to put any powder on? Ruth Gill wasn’t on the crime sheet? Marjorie Lutz received “O” in Algebra? Ralph Wall failed to use hair pomade? Mr. Orr agreed to gum-chewing in class? Margaret Maybaum failed to hold an office? Papre fifty-four A U R () R A THE FLAPPER Under a silk umbrella, you see. The Hobart flapper stands; The flapper, a stylish girl is she, ith small and dainty hands; And on the wrist of her slender arm Appear two bracelet bands. Her hair is short, and curled, and black, Her face is white, and, oh! Her cheeks are red, her eyebrows fled, To where? No one will know! Night in, night out, early and late. You can see her c ome and go — To theatres, dances and parties, YY ith her best beloved beau. She goes on Saturday to the dance And sits among the boys; She hears the music and again She hears her lover’s voice Asking her to dance with him — It makes her heart rejoice. Dancing — powdering — crimping, Onward through life she goes: Each morning sees some task begun, But never sees it close. And when she is back from the midnight show, She needs a night ' s repose. A URO R A ONE PERFECT DAY I awoke on a bright, clear Monday morning, different from other Mon- day mornings because it was bright, and I glanced at the clock. To my dis- may it said nine o’clock. I leaped from my bed and hurried into my clothes, stumbled downstairs still half asleep and began eating my breakfast. 1 was surprised to see my mother calmly watching me, but when 1 showed her the time she quietly said, Perhaps you don ' t know, but school doesn’t begin until ten now.” I had time to collect my scattered thoughts as I strolled along to school. When we entered the English room and settled ourselves for the daily grind, Miss Frageman said she had decided that book reports were a waste ot valuable time which could be used to a greater advantage by reading Zane Grey or the latest movie magazine. The next startling event took place in geometry when Mr. Allen told us he had decided note books were a bother and exercises and corollaries were troublesome and useless. We enthusiastically entered our next class to be met by the welcome news that Miss Frageman had written the school notes and didn’t need our help. The afternoon went just as well. The first period was given over to a dozen negroes who entertained us royally with coon songs and the latest jokes. To our delight they used most of the Latin period. When we at last trooped into the room we found Miss Hartman waiting to pour into our ap- preciative ears her little paean of joy. She has bought copies of Caesar translated into English and she presented us each with a leather bound copy to help us on our weary way. Mr. Farmer had come to the conclusion that map books were useless, questions at the end of chapters ineffectual, and that week-end tests disturbed our tranquility, so he abolished all in one grand sweep. I thought my cup of joy was overflowing, but Mr. Allen gave us more good news, lie had decided that the crime sheet was not a fair means of punishment, as we became tired with such long hours, so he cut them down. He also omitted those tiresome final tests which had become such a bore in Hobart High. Papo fifty-six A U R () R A Just then I was jerked into sitting position and informed none too gently that it was eight-thirty. I hurried down to the kitchen, tried to holt my break- fast whole, ran all the way to school to find I was late anyway. I found my hook report was overdue and I must write two, I pulled through a difficult test in geometry, whispered and got on the crime sheet, found school notes were due and mine were unwritten. I ate a hasty lunch and returned to a long lecture on behavior, went to Latin and wrote three-quarters of an hour on the maneuvers of Caesar’s army. After school Mr. Orr read a long list of criminals’ and Mr. Allen told us “exams” were a week earlier and would begin the next day. So ended a Perfect Day. CAN YOU IMAGINE? Mr. Allen wearing sheik trousers? Emil Kegebin taking Margaret Maybaum to the basketball game? Herbert Peterson playing marbles? Mr. Ozment delivering ice? Mr. Orr wearing a brown derby? Art. Bowman “kidding the girls”? Mr. Farmer with a beard? No one on the “crime sheet”? Miss Hartman teaching manual training? A Senior theme being called a masterpiece? August Schlobohm being a cake eater? Not having book reports? Bernice Jones with Emil Ewigleben? Grace Stoeckert short and fat? Mr. Allen saying that the “flunks” were the only sports in school? Ruth Gill without candy? Herbert Peterson on stilts? Page fifty-seven A U R C) R A DRAMATICS The Girls’ Declamatory and the Boys’ Oratorical Contest was held in the High School auditorium Friday evening, April 13th. The program follows: _ Girls’ Declamatory 1. “The Lost Word” Leona Traegar 2. “The Swan Song’’ Gertrude Freeburg 3. “Dedication” Ruth r anLoon 4. “Laddie” Lois Tabbert 5. “A Few Bars in the Key of G” Helen Peterson 6. “Madonna of the Tubs” Evelyn Stark 7. “The Sign of the Cross” Virginia Butler 8. “The Going of the White Swan” Edna Schlobohm Boys’ Oratorical L “The Spirit of Self-Government” Walter Tolle 2. “The Powers that Be” Herbert Peterson 3. “Flag Day Address” William Messick 4. “Emmett’s Speech in Self-Defense” Nick Drakulich First Place, Girls’ Declamatory Evelyn Stark First Place, Boys’ Oratorical Nich Drakulich Senior Class Play The Senior Class Play, “A Pair of Sixes,” was given on May 11th. cast of characters in the play : George Nettleton 1 T. Boggs Johns t-. , John Hawke J l Walter Tolle Krome, their bookkeeper Mark Foreman Miss Sally Parker, stenographer Margaret Maybaum Thomas J. Vanderholt, lawyer Harold Nelson Toney Toler, salesman Nick Drakulich Mr. Applegate Martin Struebing Office Boy Emil Bartos Shipping Clerk Emil Ewigleben Mrs. Geo. B. Nettleton Margaret Carlson Miss Florence Cole Lois Tabbert Coddles, English maid Gertrude Freeburg The Page fifty-eight AURO R A SOME DISEASES IN HOBART HIGH SCHOOL Whisperitis — Ruth Gill. Testatis — Mr. Farmer. Gigglitis — Jeanette Ca vender. Studyitis — John Campbell. Sneezitis — Emil Ewigleben. Crimitis — Ruth Gill. Sneezerino — “Abie.” Flirtitus — Mr. Orr. Flunkonia — Freshmen ✓ Takite ezia — Sophomore. Loafabia — Junior. Credititus — Senior. Cleveritis — Leslie Foreman. Shortyitis — Emil Kegebein. Davenportitis — Lois Tabbert. Clownitis — Max Brand. Bashful itis — Arthur Bowman. Tardyitis — Margaret Maclver, Lois Tabbert. Florencitus — Richard Van Loon. Telephoneitu ' s — Paul Pattee. Studyitis — Marcia Roper. Sillyitis — Gertrude Freeburg. Page fifty-nine A U R () R A ALUMNI A ith all respect to the alumni of former years, because of lack of space, we will not be permitted to publish a full list of Hobart High School grad- uates. However, we will publish the list of last year ' s graduates. They are: Corwin Black Walter Miller Ethel Carlson Hazel Nelson Herbert Carlson Wayne Nelson Clinton Cavender Jessie Owen Elizabeth Davenport Marian Paxton Yerva De France Harold Peterson Ruby Fisher Lynn Peterson Mildred Jahnke Lester Quinlan Leonard Johnson Leona Raschka Gerald Keilman Esther Strong Ira Keppel Grace Traeger Russel Koehler Edna Weaver La Verne Manteuffel Ida Maclver Marian Wood Page sixty Page sixty-one A U R () R A FRESHIES’ VALENTINE PARTY The Freshies were much in evidence in the library social room on Wednesday evening, February the fourteenth, when they held their class party. It proved to be one of the most successful of High School affairs. There was plenty of entertainment for everyone, including a program, dancing and games under the direction of the sponsors, Miss Voorhis and Mr. Johnson. The committee in charge of the refreshments also deserves much credit. The Freshmen hope that their coming parties will be as successful as the two given previously. FRESHIES’ CLASS PARTY Again we see the Freshman class in the limelight. On Saturday night; January 6th, long before the hour set for the festivities, over thirty frisky, frivolous Freshmen gathered in the library social room for a rollicking good time. From the time the program began until it was time to go home there was not a dull moment. Extraordinarily good talent, for Freshmen to dis- play, was shown by those who took part in the entertainment. The final event of the evening caused the greatest excitement for the infants, and that was the serving of refreshments. The “eats” consisted of sandwiches, chocolate, Arctic Sweethearts, cake and fudge. THE SENIOR PARTY The Senior Party, which was held at the library, proved to be enjoyed by all. The most attractive feature of the evening was the introduction of Mr. Gammon — listen, girls, lie ' s married ! The party was very entertaining because of the many enjoyable games. Refreshments, the main event, were served, and after the “men’s chorus” had rendered a few selections, everyone departed wishing for more Senior parties. Page sixty-two AUK O It A HALLOWE’EN PARTY Friday evening, October 26th, the High School enjoyed a gratifying and diverting party, held at Odd Fellows Hall. d he hall was attractively decorated in black and yellow crepe paper, with cornstalks artistically arranged about the room. Everyone came masked and dressed in classy, picturesque, ghostly or comical costumes. The first part of the evening was spent in guessing the identity of the different pupils and- visiting the various booths, such as Women Only,” ' Tor Men Only, Bridal Chamber and the Fortune Telling Booth, each of which was equally amusing. The next thing on the programme was the stunts by the different classes. The Freshmen presented carefully prepared instrumental and vocal duets, readings, and some clever jokes. Next came the Sophomores, who rendered the most enjoyable and best planned program of the evening, which consisted of a one-act play, short sketches and jokes. This evoked the noble Juniors to present their little recreative amuse- ment. They appeared in costumes representing ads” and movie stars. Then the honored Seniors demanded the scrutiny of the onlookers. The boys dressed as “flappers” made their advent by rendering multifarious choral numbers. After this gratuitous entertainment, terpsichorean recreation was in- dulged in and then followed the Halloween feast, which was consumed with a rapacious appetite. Page sixty-three A U R () R A A l vT W£ o r Fu ! B-B. Ft y£L BoBB 7T VW puMP AM?fc- A HE, Y P£ 6 GY Pape sixty-four A URO R A CALENDAR SEPTEMBER Tues., 5 — School begins. Where clo cooties learn to swim? In permanent waves. Wed., 6 — A bunch of green Freshies ! The usual rush for music. Fri., 8 — Some orchestra! Everybody’s feet were moving. Tues., 12 — Not much doing. Wed., 13 — Freshies get some good advice. Thurs., 14 — Candidates for class officers nominated. Sponsors dished out. Fri., 15 — “Bill’’ Bracken renders a speech to a mob. Good for “Bill.” Mon., 18 — Getting ready for the Fair. Hope we get to go. Wed., 20 — W’hee ! No school! Go to the Fair. Thurs., 21 — Election of class officers. Nine rahs for “Johnny.” Mon., 25 — New time. One hour more sleep. Lecture by Jap. Tues., 26 — Hurrah! Start basketball practice. Seniors decide to have an Annual. W ed., 27 — One dollar for I lobart Athletic. Association tickets. OCTOBER Mon., 2 — Hearts in bad condition. Physics test. Several students invited (?) to a reception after school — revival of the Crime Sheet. Tues., 3 — Mr. Allen holds a special session for those who are failing, and gives them a “little speech.” W r ed., 4 — The heat would scare away the strength of a red pepper. Physics test again. Fri., 6 — Entertained by the Girls’ Glee Club. Also by Gordon Argo. Book reports due today. Tues., 10 — Election of A. A. officers: President, John Hawke; vice-presi- dent, Emil Ewigleben ; secretary, Margaret Maybaum ; treasurer, Elmer Scharbach. Wed., 11 — Every one has review for tomorrow. Midnight oil! Thurs., 1 2 — Examinations ! ! ! Fri., 13 — More exams! Notice! F-r-i T d-a-y- t-h-e 1 -3th ! Mon., 16 — Exam, papers back. Seniors carry mournful faces. A new Freshie in school. Tues., 17 — Report cards given out. AVhy the sad looks? W ' ed., 18 — All cards back. Manv called into Mr. Allen’s office. Mon., 23 — Election of Annual officers. Fri., 27 — Hallowe’en party, tonight. Hot Dog! Mon., 30 — Everyone talking of good time they had Friday. Tues., 31 — Everyone anxious for night to come. NOVEMBER W r ed., 1 — Everyone sleepy this morning. I wonder why? Fri., 3 — First basketball game, Fair Oaks vs. Hobart. Tues., 7 — Seniors make basketball tickets. Jessie Owen visits school. Wed., 8 — Everybody hunting speeches for Armistice Day. Thurs.. 9 — W onder who will speak tomorrow? Fri., 10 — Program — very good. Fire inspection here. Tests. Mon., 13 — American Legion play tonight. Everyone anxious to see the teachers act. ' Fues., 14 — Typewriters fixed so one cannot use them. Thurs., 16 — Everybody getting book reports ready. Fajre sixty-five A U R () R A Fri., 17 — First game out of town with Fair Oaks. Mon., 20 — Another little session held for the flunking mob. Three-fourths of the school attend. Mr. Allen renders a little kindly advice. Fri., 24 — Exams. Oh, you Physics! Mon., 27 — Everyone gazing mournfully at exam, papers. Tues., 28 — Wonder how many will have special merits this time? Wed., 29 — Marian Paxton visits school. DECEMBER Mon., -I — Bring home work cards hack. Tues., 5 — New girl from LaCrosse. Wed., 6 — Educational Day, National. Mary Maybaum visits school. Thurs., 7 — Speeches on immigration and illiteracy by High School students. Tues., 12 — Going to have a radio. Oh, you Physics Lab! Thurs., Id — Eight more shopping days till Christmas. Fri., 15 — No school. Teachers’ conference in Hammond. Wed., 21 — Mental intelligence test. Thurs., 22 — Two more school days before Christmas. JANUARY Tues., 2 — Back to school! Many New Year resolutions. Mr. Wilson visits school. Thurs., 4 — Physics class to have radio concert, but radio outfit broke. Ethel Carlson visits school. Tues., 9 — Intense studying. Wed., 10— Midnight oil ! Thurs., 11 — Exams! Fri., 12 — More exams! Mon., 15 — Receive exam, papers. Harry Ryan and Nick Drakulich return to school. Tues., 16 — Report cards given out. Wonder why there is a shortage of red ink ? Fri., 19 — Boys play Hebron tonight, LaCrosse tomorrow night. Hope they win. Mon., 28 — Miss Frageman appears with a diamond on her left hand. Fri., 25 — Knox vs. Hobart. Griffith High vs. Hobart ' s Lightweights. Mon., 29 — Senior class meeting. Decide to have a party. FEBRUARY Fri., 2 — Hammond boys vs. Hobart boys, Froebel girls vs. Hobart girls. Let’s go ! Thurs., 8 — Mystery pervades. Mr. Ozment got a hair cut. Wed., 14 — B-r-r-r. It’s cold. Six below zero. St. Valentine’s Day. Thurs., 15 — Bessie wears her diamond. Now, Bessie! Wed., 21 — O LI Midnight Oil! Thurs., 22 — Exams ! Mon., 26 — Mr. Orr compliments us on the wonderful Physics grades we re- ceived. MARCH Fri., 2 — Boys play Crown Point at tournament. Wed., 7 — Juniors practice. They need it! Fri., 16— No tournament. More tears should he shed here. Tues., 27 — Fragie. announces we will have new English teacher. Thurs., 29 — Freshies begin putting out their Easter baskets for the bunny. • Fri., 6 — Will these exams he the Seniors’ last? Page sixty-six A U R O R A 4 MUSINGS OF AN ASSEMBLY KEEPER (Note: 1 was charged by the editor of this volume to compose an article bearing on the title, “What a Study Hall Teacher Thinks About.” 1 hat individual was, no doubt, most sincere in making the request and thought my revelations would be quite authoritative, since 1 had been fre- quently called upon to act in the position of Chief Magistrate and Lord High Executioner of that worthy body which bears the name Assembly.) It now devolves upon me to set down the obviously painful truth : namely, that no Study Hall teacher thinks! In the first place, no thinking pei son would be keeping an Assembly; second, there is no incentive for any thought on the part of a Study Hall teacher; and, third, no matter what his capabilities, he couldn ' t think anyway, inasmuch as he is constantly being bombarded on every side by questions as diverse as the styles of women’s hats. He is expected to tell at a moment ' s notice the name of the author of any anonymous poem, why BC is greater than RS, who Euclid ' s wife was, and the distance from the earth to the moon. Page sixty-seven AURORA I paused in the midst of these cynical reflections and concluded that perhaps my own mentality was at fault. After my decision that some re- search in the matter would he desirable, I sought out my colleagues, one by one, and put to them the important question weighing on my mind: Do you think while you keep the Assembly, and, if so, of what?” Uniformly, they replied at once in very decided tones that they never thought at all while so engaged ; until I encountered the handsomest man on our Faculty, who replied : “Why, certainly, I notice the pretty dresses the girls wear and their coiffures.” I still remain totally unconvinced that he thinks. However. I did not wish to appear disobliging, so I have endeavored to set down — not the thoughts — but the musings of a Study Hall teacher. No, Oswald, you may not speak! — positively no speaking until you people have learned not to abuse the privilege— these students are more loquacious than the Ladies’ Aid at their best. Now, I’ve tried for three days to correct this set of papers during my assembly period — and have finished six. Perseverance, though, built there’s that gum-chewing trio in action again. Wrigley would be bankrupt tomorrow if deprived of the Sophomores’ patronage. (Lapse of a few minutes while the afore-mentioned Sophomores are gently but firmly urged to extract their gum from the jaw-motors, and de- posit it in the waste-basket.) Three more contributions to the Reception List — I’m glad that I can do my “bit” for so worthy a cause. There’s Annabelle, passing her fourth note this hour — some promising young person desiring a position as a private secretary should be secured to relieve her of her correspondence. She’s really a remarkable girl — so ver- satile — can apply her cosmetics, work her problems, flirt with three boys, and chew gum at the same time. Seriously, though, I wish this Assembly were not such a demoralizing institution — I shall make a short speech tomorrow, I believe, and suggest that — there are those troublesome Seniors started again on their endless giggling — it’s a shining example of perfect behavior they set for the cherubic little Freshmen on the other side of the room. Yes, Genevieve, you may borrow some crayons if it’s absolutely necessary. Her orange sweater is very becoming — I believe I’ll move to the rear of the room and see what else I can observe — it surely grows tiresome sit- ting here in the same place. I never knew green earrings were so prevalent! Why, I can count twelve pairs without moving from this spot! That Freshman boy is certainly adorable — such a sweet expression on his face, so polite and studious — can I believe my eyes? Surely lie’s not throwing a paper-wad — he can ' t be — but he IS! (Groans.) What a bitter disillusionment — my ideal child — ah ! blessed bell. Pape sixty-eight A U R O R A IF YOU CHERISH YOUTH AND BEAUTY— GUARD YOUR HEALTH You cannot hope to retain your youthful charms unless you con- serve the elements which make for health. Good appetite, good di- gestion, pure blood, perfect circulation — these are some of the things which must be conserved for beauty’s sake. Consult your physician at regular intervals and be sure that you are in perfect condition. We have all the well-known and reliable remedies. CENTRAL DRUG STORE Phone 63 F. A. Penniman, Prop. Registered Druggists 3rd and Main Streets, Hobart, Ind. GROCERY Phone 60 | 4 G AND S Phone 60 MARKET For Good Thing’s to Eat Pajre sixty-nine A U R O R A BRAND FLECK Phone 25 Free Delivery First Class Grocery and Market Fruit and Vegetables If you want the best we have it. If we haven’t got it, you can’t get it. Miss Minson — What is the alle- gorical interpretation of the three queens present at King Arthur’s cor- onation? (Answer supposed to be Faith, Hope and Charity). John Campbell — Do you mean one of them being his wife? In economics, Mr. Ozment asked if there were any “back to the land” movements in this communtiy. Elizabeth Watkins — Yes, John Traeger moved back to the farm. Teacher — Emil, what is a fish net? Emil Kegebein — A lot of holes tied together with a piece of string. In 9A English class the assign- ment was to give a story of a pet. Lucille gave her story of a cow. Then a bright pupil remarked : “Does this cow cow give pet milk?” AMERICAN TRUST SAVINGS BANK Hobart, Indiana The Bank of the Town 4% You should start your 4 % savings with the regular Savings Bank where you get the most for your money. J. C. Cavender Cashier P. E. Stark Asst. Cashier Pa«:e seventy A U R O R A TRIANGLE CONSTRUCTION CO. GENERAL CONTRACTORS HOBART, INDIANA Office Phone 317-R Residence Phone 367-J WM. SCHARBACH, Sr. SONS PHONES 15 and 91 A GOOD PLACE TO BUY COAL BUILDING MATERIAL AND PAINT OIL VARNISH G. FREEBURG SON MAIN ELECTRIC CO. 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Page seventy-seven A U R O R A AXEL W. STROM The Reliable Cleaners and Tailor Dyers Hobart, Indiana of Gary, Ind. 1 1 Have your clothes tailored to measure to get correct style and in- dividuality. We clean and press your Gar- ments, Drapes, Rugs, Gloves and Feathers. We guarantee the finest work. Give us a trial. 1 1 Agent for Reliable Cleaners and Local Agent Axel Strom. Dyers. THE TAILOR I AM THE HONEY MAN COME HEAR THE BEES HUM J. M. MUNDELL Page seventy-eight A U R () 11 A “Let Us Make Your House a Home-Sweet Home” For many years the House of Muscat has been completely furnish- ing successful Homes at Reasonable prices and on liberal terms. Let us serve you and yours. SERVICE QUALITY CREDIT AS FREE AS WATER HOUSE OF MUSCAT Indiana’s Greatest Furniture Store Fifth Avenue and Broadway Gary, Indiana We Pay Your Fare and Deliver Free Let Us Rebuild Your Car in the Largest Paint and Trim Shops in the State FIFTH AVE. GARAGE Fifth and Madison GARY Phone 500 “Say It With Flowers” Broadway Florist Senior — How can you make a pumpkin squeal? Freshman — You ' ve got me. Senior — Cut off it ' s head and make it holler. Flowers for All Occasions Phone 235 519 Broadway Gary, Ind. Miss Hartman — James, what is that I smell on your breath? James H. — Nothing, Miss Hart- man, it’s on my hair. Page seventy-nine DAILY PATRONAGE This big store endeavors to merit your daily patronage. We measure the worth of our merchandise by the standard of quality, and desire to maintain your pat- ronage solely because of the recognized superiority of our goods and service. It’s impossible for the element of risk to enter into your purchases here, as there is a guarantee back of everything we sell that protects you — a standard of quality to maintain that insures lasting satisfaction and promotes your entire confidence in this store. SPECHT-FINNEY COMPANY The Store of Friendly Service Valparaiso Indiana A U R () R A SHEARER SON COAL BUILDING MATERIAL PHONE No. 4 Hobart Indiana WM. STOMMEL CO. GENERAL MERCHANTS Telephone 19 Hobart, Indiana Page eighty-one A U R C) R A HALLBERG’S STUDIOS and School of Art Photography LaSalle, 111.; Princeton, 111.; Earlville, 111.; Petoskey, Mich. ; Hobart, Ind. Quality First is the Principle in the Hallberg Photographs That is Making Them Famous THERE IS A HALLBERG STUDIO IN HOBART, INDIANA Phone 24 Page eighty-two A U R () H A SECRETARIAL COURSE FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES This course is open to high school and college graduates only. It recognizes the value of a four-year high school training, and hence goes far beyond the regular business college course. It prepares for the important positions that pay the high salary. A large number of high school and college graduates have taken this course since we first offered it four years ago, and are now holding the best positions in this great industrial district. No other line of training will open up such splendid opportunities. Credit will be given those who have taken the commercial course in high school. Write us for full infor- mation. GARY BUSINESS COLLEGE 25 E. Sixth Avenue. Gary, Indiana Gary Building Material Company DEALERS IN BUILDING MATERIAL Office and Storage Yards: 9th Ave. and Adams-Jefferson Street and Wabash Railroad. Sand — Lime — Brick Cement — Stone — Coal Mortar Coloring, Etc. Office Furniture Safes Typewriters Sold Repaired Rented GARY, INDIANA Page eighty-three A U R O R A Victrolas LEE RHODES Victor Records PLUMBING and HEATING Florence Oil Stoves lllllllliilllli Phone 38 Herman R. Pflughoeft HOBART INDIANA Lola Pflughoeft, Ass’t. THE OLD RELIABLE Phone 356-R imimi E. B. Manteuffel, Prop. Phone 397-W Dealer in shoes and rubbers. Hobart Indiana HOBART INDIANA METSKER NELSON 609 East Third Street Shaving Parlor Phone 94 340 Main Street — HOBART INDIANA A. C. WICKHAM Big Senior — Why did the cigar- ette factory go out of business? Little Freshman — Because Walter Tolle swore off. D. C., PH. C. Chiropractor Leona Traeger was asked how many hours she had on her home work card and this was her answer: I don’t know exactly how many I have got, but I know I lack three of having 54. HOBART INDIANA Page eighty-four A U R () R A PAUL NEWMAN General Hardware, Heating and Plumbing Phone 316-R Hobart, Indiana MONROSE EASY PAYMENT PLAN Purchased Payment Weekly Amount Down Payments $ 20.00 $ 2.00 $ .75 $ 25.00 $ 2.50 $1.00 $ 50.00 $ 5.00 $1.25 $ 75.00 $ 7.50 $1.75 $100.00 $10.00 $2.00 $150.00 $15.00 $3.00 It’s Easy to Pay the Monrose Way MONROSE FURNITURE CO. Formerly Sample Furniture Co. 717 Broadway GARY 717 Broadway Mr. Ozment — Tell us about the manufacturing, Owen. Owen Crisman — In 1620 they had factories all along the coast. Paul Pattee — The Pilgrims hadn’t landed yet. Owen — Yes, but the Indians owned them. Max Brand still thinks that “Scot- land Yard” is a playground. Mr. Farmer — Wally, who were the Moderate Royalists? ally — They were the king’s sup- porters. Quick reply of Thelma Tolle — I’ll be right there. Mr. Orr — When I get a cold I bathe my feet in hot water. Unknown Pupil — Do you have a cold often? Page eighty-five A U R O R A HOW TO PLEASE MOTHER What could give you more pleasure than seeing a smile instead of a tired look on mother’s face after a big day’s wash. Come in and let me tell you how it can be done with a Coffield or Horton Electric Washer, also how easy it is to secure one. Ask mother what she would appreciate more. I. R. SMALL THE ELECTRIC SHOP WE CAN DELIVER THE GOODS HONESTLY PRICED LET US SHOW YOU OUR BASEBALL AND TENNIS LINE ; FISHING AND OUTING SUPPLIES; BATHING SUITS; WHATEVER YOU NEED IN ATHLETIC GOODS CAN BE BOUGHT RIGHT, AT PROTZMAN BROTHERS’ SPORT SHOP 622 Broadway Gary, Indiana HOBART’S FRIEND Compliments of a REAL SPORTING GOODS STORE SPECIALTIES IN ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT FOR HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND INDEPENDENT TEAMS SMITH-HASSLER-STURM CO. 219-221 Mass. Ave. Indianapolis, Ind. 1’ape eiirhty-six A U R O R A For Accessories, Tires and Tubes, Gas, Oils and Grease Call on Hobart Tire and Vulcanizing Co. Phone 309 M Res. Phone 401 J N. C. Ehrhardt, Prop. What Is So Rare as a Day in June? Charles G.’s uncalled for remarks. Emil E.’s sneezing softly. Bessie N.’s failure to carry her van- ity case. Max B. being sedate. Ruth G. being off the crime sheet. Mr. Ozment failing to say “Put away your things now.” Mr. Orr failing to lecture in assem- bly. Walter T. coughing softly. Elmer S. having his Latin lesson. Lacceetta and Helen’s failure to search for Mr. Farmer. John C. not trying to kid the teach- ers. Mrs. Crisman — What, have you been fighting with that boy, Emil across the street again? Owen — X aw, maw, he won’t fight any more. I had to go into the next block for this one. The Hobart Greenhouse POTTED PLANTS and CUT FLOWERS Funeral work put up on short notice. J. C. Kellen Poor Scholarship F — oolish tactics. L — ying down on the job. U — ncalled for remarks. X — numerous night excursions. K — nocking assignments. Harold Nelson in English — I wish some bright student would take this vacant seat in front of me. THE ELECTRIC SHOP Let us electrify your Home, Fac- tory, or Buidling. Wiring Supplies Appliances Electric Ranges Motors House Wiring Power Installation Line Construction Lighting Fixtures Testing R. E. Wheaton, Prop. Shop Tel. 400-R Res. Tel. 30 Pape eiphty-seven AURO R A ROPER BROWN SOLE AGENCY FOR : — Liggett’s Chocolates, Dealers in Symphony Lawn Stationery Commencement Gifts and Books FLOUR, FEED, COAL, LIME AND CEMENT . Pathe Phonographs Sapphire Ball and Steel Needle Cut Records Pancake Flour a Specialty PHILLIPS BYALL Phone 12 Hobart, Ind. The Rexall Drug Store Franklin T. Fetterer Attoi ney-at-Law Fetterer Bldg. Beauty Culture in all its branches For appointments phone 400 M Rosalee Beauty Parlor Rose Pierce Hobart, Ind. E. Burnham System of Beauty Culture Phone 338-R Guyer Bldg. Hobart, Ind. H. H. S. Book List “Vanity Far — Bessie Nitchman. “Innocents Abroad”— Ralph Wall, Brand. The Crisis” — Mr. Orr. “Tales of a Traveler” — Walter Tolle. “The Missourian” — Miss Frage- man. “The Spy” — Any study hall teacher. Mr. Orr received the following note from Stephen Ripley’s father : My son will not be able to attend school today, as he has shaved him- self for the first time. Miss Hartman — Where did Ario- ' istus stand whle addressing Caesar? (Answer supposed to be a little mound). Bright Pupil — On horseback. Page eitfhty- � if?ht AURORA The House of Satisfaction J. LOWENSTINE SONS DEPARTMENT STORE Valparaiso Indiana The Dumbell Freshman Thinks That : Gordon Argo ' s father manufactures cornstarch. Ruth Gill is a fish. Jessie Joy is a new kind of happi- ness. Madaline Luers is a French town. K. K. K. is a high school society. The Literary Digest tells how to cure indigestion. Mr. Orr is a new kind of metal. Joan of Arc is Noah’s wife. A basketball coach has wheels. Thelma T. (pleadingly) — Please, give me your Latin sentences. Arthur J. (independently) — God helps those who help themselves. Mr. Farmer — Read your history once today, once tonight, once to- morrow and you will have a good lesson. For Graduation Day You know now is the time for purchasing those pleasant souve- nirs of this eventful day. We have learned from experience just what will delight the young people most. We will be much pleased to sug- gest an appropriate gift. Geo. F. Beach, Inc. THE HALLMARK JEWELERS 93 Lincoln Way Valparaiso Indiana Page eighty-nine A U R O R A DR. F. H. WERNER Dentist 210 Main St. Mrs. Frageman Gammon, on as- signing the English lesson, said that all students should write a theme on “A Sunday at Home.” Wilbur Flatten whispered to By- ron Mellon — Say, Bud, I ' ll bet you don’t know what Evelyn C. does on Sunday. No what does she do? asked By- ron. She teaches Art.” (Art Niksch.) Heard in history class — Mr. Far- mer — Did all the nobles uphold the king? Betty R. — Why, no, the king had his own supporters. Stranger (to office boy) — I wanna see the editor. Office Boy — What editor? We got all kinds of editors around this joint, nothin’ but editors; just like the Mexican army, all generals and no privates. A FRIEND “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” A Life Insurance Policy with a reputable company is a “friend in- deed” in glad days or sad days. I offer you such a friend. Elbert N. Ripley Page ninety A U R O R A EVERY DAY IN EVERY WAY WE GROW BETTER AND BETTER Best possible values for smallest possible price, consistent with our iron-clad guarantee of satisfaction. COMPLETE LINE OF HIGHEST GRADE GROCERIES AND SMOKED MEATS We also handle sundries such as house and barn paints, etc. ONCE YOU TRY YOU’LL ALWAYS BUY Drop us a line. We’ll be glad to supply you with any information you desire. HOME FOOD SUPPLY CO. Lock Box 412 HOBART INDIANA NEWMAN’S GARAGE A Tragedy Ralph braced himself against the Wall, and drew the Traeger. Next day the bell will Tolle. Chevrolet Cars Farmer — See here, young feller, what are you doing up that tree? Boy— One of your apples fell down and I’m trying to put it back. For Economical Transportation Young Lady — Were you pleased with the new school, little boy? Little Boy — Naw! Dey made me wash me face an’ when I went home de dorg bit me ’cause he didn’t know me. Phone 316-R HOBART INDIANA Johnny H. — Did you hear of the great disaster in Ainsworth last night ? Irvin B. — No, how come? Johnny — The woodpeckers ate the depot. Page ninety-one AURORA FIFIELD’S Phone 309-R Unity Shoe Repairing System First Class Work Done While You Wait All work guaranteed Spase Atseff, Prop. Hobart, Ind. Main St. Ideal Love Matches Bill Messick and Queen of His- tory. Evelyn Stark and Monsieur Crime Sheet. Emil Ewigleben and His B’loved Sneeze. Stephen Ripley and Wrigley’s Spearmint. Charles Gerber and Mis Under- standing. John Traeger and Ima Flunk. Robert Nitchman and Mis Con- duct. Fay Wilcox and Caesar. Music Teacher — Bernice, what is a musical club? Bernice — A drum stick. Ruth Gill to Mr. Orr — Mr. Orr, I know where you got that collar. Where? Around your neck. Page ninety-two A U 11 () R A HAXTON PURE MILK COMPANY Dealers in Pasteurized Dairy Products Milk, Cream, Butter, Buttermilk and Cheese Business Phone 40 Residence Phone 40-C-2 HOBART, INDIANA THE BEE HIVE General Merchandise Try Hobart First SCHEIDT KEILMAN For Your A. M. Wall G. R. Wall Hardware See WALL SON Contractors and Builders Hobart Hardware Co. Phone 328-J 73 — Phones — 336-J Page ninety-three A UKO K A COAL LUMBER MILL WORK BUILDING MATERIAL BUILDER’S HARDWARE PAINTS HOBART LUMBER COMPANY Phones 45 and 46 Pajfe ninety-four AUHO It A PHONE 70 ROPER BROS. Lincoln Fordsorv CARS- TRUCKS - TRACTORS SALES and SERVICE Hobart Indiana Page ninety-five A U R ORA YOU’VE GOT TO CLIMB! In the tropics most climbing is done for food. In this country we have higher ambitions and harder goals. But we must climb. The astonishing thing about climb- ing after dollars is that, after a lit- tle time, they help you along, and — When you are through working Your savings will work for you. THE FIRST STATE BANK Page ninety-six AURO R A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY Always comes; it may come within a few years after the start on life’s broad highway is made. The young men and women who through the consistent practice of thrift, have built up accounts at the Bank, will be able to see and to grasp opportunity when presented. We hope to serve you then— let us serve you now. THE HOBART BANK Hobart Indiana Established 1884 Oldest Bank in Hobart Wm. Stommel Pres. W. J. Killigrew Cashier J. E. Mellon Asst. Cashier Pasre ninety-seven A U R () R A NICKEL PLATE GARAGE Hobart, Indiana Phone 80 PAIGE-JEWETT and GRAY SALES and SERVICE Hood Tires Michelin Tires Wrecking Service and Livery 24 Hours Service Page ninety-eight A UR () R A jVutagntphs oooooo Pape ninety-nine A URO R A St -M Printed big LaFauette Printing Co. J 511-517 Ferry St. LaFayette, Indiana High School and College Annuals Page one hundred