J Sterling Morton East High School - Mortonian Yearbook (Cicero, IL)

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The Tnnque is Sharper Than the Sword FENCING CLUB . . . 'Tve been stabbed! That is the cry you may hear if you are in the neighborhood of Room 204, eighth hour. Last year the Fencing Club was just another club, but this year it has become a recognized sport with full P. E. credit given. lt is now for boys only and meets everyday. Fencing helps these boys to develop the body in coordination with the mind. Fencing is a good all around body builder, and it gives as much development as is af- forded by the regular gym class. Many boys have seen the benefits of this sport, and the class is now becoming popular and crowded. The instructor is Mr. P. R, Pavlinek. DEBATE CLUB . . . Let me point out! Statistics show--.H Now, now, debate: don't argue! lf you are one of those Hsharpiesw who knows all the answers and even some of the questions and likes to discuss and give a clear exegesis, the Debate Club is just what you need. With your love for controversy and a good scholastic record you may become a member. You will be aided in your development of logical thinking and clear speaking. The debate team has verbal battles with other schools as well as discussions among themselves. The advisor is Mr. W. Cherry. '29

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Uh! llchinq Back! SADDLE CLUB . . . Are you saddle sore? Where's a step ladder? I wish I had a cushion! There is nothing quite like a fast gallop over a smooth trail. To a person who has never ridden a horse, it might seem strange that with bicycles, automobiles, etc., people are still riding horsesg but once they try riding, they will be sold, This club promotes the riding bug among the students and offers aid to those who wish to become proficient in the art. Rides are held every Friday at Parkway stables. The advisor is Mr. I.. C. E. Prucha. BIT AND BRIDLE . . . Some dirty dog put glue on my saddle! Nice horsiel 'AI say, ole top, where are the 'English' saddles? This galloping group rides on Saturday mornings at Greentree Stables, where the members are instructed to ride and use English riding equipment properly. In addition to regular rides, there are hayrides, barn dances, and club get-togethers. Some of the more advanced boys are taking special instructions in the game of polo. These Hhappy horsemen are advised by Miss E. G. Endriz. 28

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lfluw nf Electrons nr Water? A sk x. 'Je N 5JgfvX'.6vX J K, AU c ' XM fy F Th. E ,Eff R xxx ELECTRONICS CLUB . . . The purpose of this eisb is to increase and 7 Q X I if it X spread knowledge concerning the theory and practice of electronics. The club ' A Vi-X gl 'XXQNQ4 fengages in many electrical projects. The necessary equipment is available for N v J NX.: Q R sjxfhfe use of the student who wishes to work with electrical gadgets or take part JU T KV wg X X . fl 'T a constructive experiment. The gadgeteer is given the equipment, and then My f' 'NN bij R' N klyxeveryone stands back to watch the sparks fly. lf you are interested in that type x 1 of stuff, are attending Morton, and don't mind getting about 200 volts now N5 V QM N' Vik i and then, you will like this club. The advisor is Mr. G. H. Lyle. 'T .Y Vit 9V 5 Mc i Q Rfk! RANGER B01-XT CLUB . . . A'Sailing, sailing! Those Morton students RN f T' who like boats and boat building will be interested in the Ranger Boat Club. Z N Members are able to get practical knowledge in the construction of boats, and many of them have made very sea-worthy crafts-real ship-shape. Models of ships are also built by the members. These little brothers of the real thing are very detailed and exacting in construction. ln the summer months the club has outings, and the boats that have been built during the school year are put to use. The advisor is Mr, W. Silhan. 30