Johnson St Paris High School - Parisian Yearbook (Saint Paris, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 98 of the 1921 volume:

..' ..Ji.ILi: .1' ....... : ,1, •' I.'..'. ....... JAMES M. TURNER, Superintendent Mr. Turner has been superintendent of our schools for five years, during which time class ’21 has come to know and honor him. Although we have had our little ups and downs, yet we are prone to smile as we look back on them now and see how Mr. Turner’s way was always best. His mild though firm manner of dispensing justice has won a place of respect in the hearts of every high school student. Not only has he won a permanent place in the hearts of his students, but he has also won a place in the hearts of the people of this community. In dedicating this annual to him we are attempting to show some of our appreciation of his thoughts and ef- forts for our welfare. We realize that this tribute is very small indeed in comparison with his achievements and service in this High School and the surrounding com- munity. We hope that he will see fit to continue with us for many years to come. 00230053000231020148000700020101005302010200018901000202010000009053020102530100005348230253904853010023235300020102000132020100010200010001000002 Contents Page Dedication - 1-2 Staff..........................................4 Faculty - - 5-7 Board of Education - - - - 7 Seniors - 8-14 Class Officers ----- 9 Juniors ----- 15-16 Sophomores - 17-18 Freshmen - - - 19-20 Normals - - 21-23 Our Campus ----- 24 Class Prophecy - - - - 25-26 Editorials - 27-28 Alumni - - - 29-40 Old School Buildings - 41-42 Present Building - - - - 43 Commencement Program - - - 44 Class History ----- 45 Class Poem - - - - - 46 Literary Societies - - - - 47 School Events - - 48-49 G. G. G.’s....................................50 Athletics - - - - - - 51 Barket Ball - 52-58 Foot Ball (1908) ... 59-60 Base Ball (1906) ... 61-62 Track ? ? ? - - - 63-64 Letter Men - - - 65 Cheer Leader - - - 66 What We Hope Will Happen at S. P. H. S. 67-68 Jokes - - - 69-71 Snaps - - between 23 and 24, 43 and 44 Cartoons - 14 and 71 Cover by Adol Rhynard 4 STAFF Our Faculty at Work SUPT. J. M. TURNER 5 R. H. KLAPP, Prin. jMISS HELEN KREMER MISS CHRISTINA GORDON MISS JESSIE NIXON A moment’s consideration by anyone will prove to them that the faculty of any high school is the key to that school’s success. Other things are important but, weighing them all, the faculty more than over balance any other. With this importance in mind we say that S. P. H. S. is very fortunate in having a group of teachers so remarkably efficient as this year’s faculty has proven to be. They have labored faithful and accomplished much with their classes and they have loyally supported every school undertaking. Indeed when we undertake it all words seem too cold for the expression of our appreciation of their labor and support. Mr. Turner has been with us the entire High School life of class ’21, as superintendent of S. P. H. S. He is a splendid mathematics teacher. He teaches Physics, Agriculture and Manual training. He has attended James Milikan University, Decatur, Illinois, Dixon College and Normal School, Dixon Illinois, University of Illinois and Ohio State University. He received the B. S. and Educa- tional degree at O. S. U. and the B. S. degree from Dixon College and Normal School. This is also Miss Gordon’s first year at S. P. H. S. and she fills her place very well, especially that of an English teacher. We should be proud to have a teacher so well qualified for the work. Along with English she teaches European History. She is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan and has re- ceived the A. B. degree. Domestic Science is a splendid subject for pupils to take especially when a person like Miss Nixon has charge of the classes. In addition to the Domestic Science classes she teaches Biology and French. Miss Nixon is a graduate of S'. P. H. S. and we are certainly glad to have her return to 6 the school to teach. She received her college education at Ohio State University and South Dakota College and has received the B. S. degree. Mr. Klapp is a graduate of our school and it is with joy that we welcome him this year as Prin- cipal of S. P. H. S. He is a teacher of mathematics, History and Civics. He is a graduate of Wit- tenberg College and has received the A. B. degree. This is his first year here and we hope it is not his last. S. P. H. S. is very fortunate to have such a splendid Latin teacher as Miss Kremer. This is her first year here and the pupils who are taking Latin next year should especially wish her to remain in the high school. Besides Latin she teaches Book Keeping. —Viola Rhynard. Our School Board A school board seems to compare very favorably with the coal on a great locomotive. Most people seem to pay very little attention to it but never-the-less it is the stuff that furnishes the power for the engine. Without it the engineer would be powerless to move the train. So with the school board, few people ever give them any thought except to give them a knock when they happen to make some little mistake. The superintendent, like the engineer, would be powerless to guide and develop the school without the support of the board. The pupils themselves, who get the direct benefits of an up to date school, rarely ever think of the school board who are back of it all, striving for a better school for the children. There is a great deal of credit due our former school boards as well as the present one for their efforts to make our schools the best possible. At the time our present building was proposed in 1917, the board consisted of President, J. P. Berry; C. S. Kite, H. F. Ammon, Jesse Lewis and Harvey Coddington. Before the contract for the building was let in August 1917, Mr. Coddington resigned, because he lived in section along the west end of our district which was transferred to the Lena-Conover school district. The board elected Ed Leedom to succeed him and he was installed Aug. 3, 1917. Mr. Lewis resigned and moved to New Bremen in the fall of 1917 and Nov. 12, 1917, the board chose Chas. Jenkins to succeed him. Mr. Turner was asked to act as clerk of the board to succeed Mr. Lewis. At the November election in 1919, Mr. Leedom and Mr. Jenkins were elected by popular vote for a term of four years. In August of 1920, H. F. Ammon moved to Columbus and W. F. Mclnturff was chosen by the board to succeed him. In September of the same year J. P. Berry resigned and the board chose D. C. Leammon to suc- ceed him. In April of this year Mr. Jenkins resigned and the board chose Wilbur Berry in his place. Mr. Kite alone remains of the former board of 1916 while the resignation of Mr. Jenkins leaves only Mr. Kite and Mr. Leedom of those under whose administration our new building was built. We should always back our school board to the last. They have always been progressive in their views, always looking ahead for greater things for our school. 7 8 Class Officers Class ’21 should certainly congratulate themselves for having chosen two such capable officers for the most important year of their High School life. Paul Klapp, better known as “Klappy,” our president has served class ’21 most faithfully for two years, Junior and Senior. Upon his broad shoulders has rested the responsibility of putting down insurrections, refereeing class fights, etc. He certainly earns all the praise he gets whether large or small for having steered ’21 through so many storm and stress periods. (He said he was go- ing to buy two copies of the “Parisian” so we had to say something nice). Jeannette Wiant known only as Jane has served class ’21 as secretary and treasurer during most of the Sophomore year and all of the Junior and Senior years. Although she has never been terri- bly overworked yet she has always been willing to do anything that was asked of her (even so far as to tell Miss Kremer she had a “pony” when she asked her.) But no kidding now. Class ’21 is truly grateful to her officers and only asks that forgiveness for the many class meetings when we refused to pay attention and discussed anything but the topic of the meeting. 9 Nellie Fern Ross “Nell” Girls Glee Club '19, '20. Columbian Literary Society. Basket Ball '19, '20. Never Falters from the Right. Lucinda Jane Hamilton “Lucy” Delphian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club 18, '19, '20. Loving Just and Happy ever. Oneita Faye Rudasill “Babe” Columbian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club ’18, '19. Basket Ball '19, '20. Obedient and Faithful Reads constantly. Margaret Kathleen Leedom “Kay” Columbian Literary Society. Secretary of Columbian Literary Society 21. Girls Glee Club 18, '19. Basket Ball '18, '19. Mannerly Kind and Loyal. 10 Elm A Cloey Beatty “Beatty” Delphian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club ’18, ’19. Basket Ball ’19, ’20. Ever Cheerful with Bright Hopes for the Future. Paul Gifford Vickrey “Ted” Columbian Literary Society. Basket Ball ’19, ’20, ’21. Captain of Basket Ball Team ’21. PI easing or Popular Good and V ivacious. Pauline Louise Huffman “Polly” Columbian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club ’18, ’19, ’20, ’21. Personality (never) Lacking Humor. Jeannette Lorraine Wiant “Jane” Columbian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club ’18, ’19. Class Secretary ’19, ’20, ’21. Basket Ball ’19, ’20. Jolly Liked by all Winning. 11 Clifford Robert Barger Delphian Literary Society. Basket Bali ’20, 21. Could we do without our Right Guard Barger? NO. Ruth Theodora Hanback “Curley” Delphian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club T8, ’19, ’20. Really trys Truly works and Honestly accomplishes. Robert Marion Taylor “Bob” Cheer Leader ’18, T9, ’20, '21. President Delphian Literary Society ’20. Class President T8, T9. Real student Merry ever but Tardy always. Ethel Ah.ken Pence “Pency' Delphian Literary Society. Basket Ball ’20. Girls Glee Club ’20. Efficient Amiable and Pleasant. 12 Lowell Mason Runkle “Boots” Columbian Literary Society. Basket Ball ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20. Left Forward with Many Baskets Rightly won. Emma Viola Rhynard “Vi” Columbian Literary Society. Girls Clee Club ’18, ’19. Earnest worker Vivid thinker Recites regularly. Clarence Mitchell Beaver “Beaver” Delphian Literary Society. Calm and Mild in manner But Bashful. Lucille Aurelia Hill Delphian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club '18, ’19. Lucille we all know (is) At times very Hasty 13 Pauline Louise Hunt “Pat” Columbian Literary Society. Girls Glee Club '18. '19. Pleasure Loving Happy. Paul Toomire Klapp “Klappy” President Columbian Literary Society ’21. Basket Ball ’20, ’21. Manager of Basket Ball team ’21 President of The good old Klass '21. ! I 15 The Class of 1922 HE present Junior class entered Saint Paris High School in 1918. Fourteen brave Freshmen struggled along until three members left the class, leaving only eleven. We were all very sorry to see them go, for our class was small enough as it was. We had jolly times togeth- er and did not mind our iniation, the Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors gave us. We all passed into our Sophomore year with great courage. Two other members of the class dropped out that year, leaving only nine surviving members, who struggled on bravely. We had sev- eral class meetings that year which we all attended, and enjoyed ourselves. The teachers of whom we thought a great deal were always good to us and we always studied hard, for along with the fun went hard work. We entered school again this year which marked the beginning of our Junior year. We have new teachers and are getting along fine in our work. After the third month one more of our members dropped out but the work went on as usual. We are now only eight and are small but mighty, whenever anything comes along that is for the benefit of the school we are always on the spot. We believe in having a good time and also plenty of hard work on our studies. We always strive for something better. We all expect to be Seniors next year and hope that some more will enter the class before we graduate. —Lome Smith. 16 17 The Class of ’23 Time: Bright blue October day in the year 1919. Place: Saint Paris High School. Characters: Genevieve Brown, Ruth Clemmons, Mildred Ginn, Helen Kite, Gertrude Luxon, Leanna Pence, Ruth Rider, Thelma Purk, Roma Cretors, Harley Pence, Emory Crouse, Warren Pence, Theodore Harter, Herbert Foster, Harry Sprague, Charles Neal, Hubert Clem, Hubert Robbins, William McClimans, Clydus Steinberger, Harold Shank, Herman Smith. HHE interesting drama of our High School life began as soon as the bell sounded for school and it is still going on with vim and vigor. Last year we lost one member of the cast, Roma Cretors. This year we lost two, Leanna Pence and Thelma Purk and added one, Eleanor Brough, who came to us from the Miamisburg High School. As Freshmen, we gave to the High School some of the thrilling experiences that will cause us to shine throughout the annals of first year “greeners.” We even had an elopement which established a record never before equaled in “Freshiedom.” Roma Cretors Croft was the heroine. If there is one thing that will linger longer in our memories than any other, “it is the dear old days of the Study Hall and Mr. Laughridge. Closely connected with these were “Mickey” Luxon and her perplexing wit. A farewell picnic at Quincy for our teachers was the final act before becom- ing Sophomores. We breathed a sigh of relief when we found ourselves beyond the confines of the Freshman class. While it had been a year of much pleasure, the handicap of being Freshies was ever present to keep us from amounting to much in High School life. (In the opinion of the upperclassmen.) When we became Sophomores, life was very different for us. We entered more fully into the social affairs of High School life and were taken into confidence of the upperclassmen. In fact we were upperclassmen, and could dictate terms to the Freshies. We even became so grown up that we studied occasionally. A condensed account of the year 1920-1921 cannot do justice to the activities of the class. Not only have we starred in Caesar, Geometry, Ancient History and English, but in ath- letics as well. Our basket ball team is invincible. It has not been defeated this year, and in the fu- ture we read it’s name written on the pages of fame. Music is another gift which has been lavishly bestowed upon our members. We boast of an or- chestra, the only one in the High School, and some voices that will find their way into grand opera. We are sure that each one of our class after having completed their school career, will take an important place in the world of affairs, and will be a credit to old S. P. H. S. and the “Yellow and the Black.” —Genevieve Brown. 18 19 The Class of ’24 m N September seven of the pupils of S. P. H. S. assembled. In room A were nineteen of us generally known as “greenies.” We were fresh from a long summers vacation and our faces were looks of determination for we were bound to win. We were a class to be proud of, and with the aid of Miss Nixon’s guiding hand we have progressed rapidly. In fact we owe much to all of our teachers.' On September twenty-three, we met for the purpose of electing class officers. The following were elected: President, Frank Ross; Vice President, Donald Pence; Sec. and Treasurer, Mildred Mitchell. The third Friday night of each month ws agreed upon by all as a suitable night for class meetings. The first class meeting was held with Ella McClimans and we all enjoyed ourselves very much even if the Sophomores did try to initiate us, and failed to do so. All the other class meetings were enjoyed and if we work with as much cooperation in the future as we have in the past, we the class of ’24 will soon be the ring leaders of S. P. H. S. Good looking ? ? ? To be sure... If good looks would have gotten us there we would have been Seniors long ago. It may be that the Seniors got there on flowery beds of ease but we, the class of ’24 are chugging along in our little Ford. It is hard, we acknowledge, but when we are Seniors we shall' walk on paths of fame. We have talents unbounded, doctors, lawyers, merchants and busi- ness men and women. As for Basket Ball, our boys have no equal and with such a bright future, we the class of ’24 shall claim the laurels that will rightfully be ours. —Mildred Mitchell. 20 Champaign County Normal BS it not proper that Champaign County, one of the foremost counties in the state in centrali- zation, having one of the best systems of school organization, and located within one of the best farming districts, should have a teachers’ training school? It is a County Normal under the supervision of the County Board, County Superintendent and Normal Director, and is supported mostly by the state. It was located in St. Paris because of the railroad convenience, central position of the surround- ing Normal Schools, and the splendid new building which contained ample room and ideal environ- ments for such training. Professor J. C. Neer, the County Superintendent at that time, and recognized as one of the best Superintendents in the state, was instrumental in starting the Normal School of Champaign County, and it is largely through his earnest efforts and strong character that the school has proven a success. Too much cannot be said of his work both as teacher and superintendent. He recommended to the County Board as Director of this school, Miss Vera Sproul, a graduate of Ohio Northern University, who was at that time teaching in the North Lewisburg High School, she having had several years of successful teaching experience previous to this time, in both rural and town schools in different parts of the state. Her ability along this line has been proven by the kind of work which is being done over the County by the members of the different classes. 22 Those graduating from the Normal in 1920 are as follows: Margaret Perry, Phylis Perry, Helen Watkins, Jessie Arbogast, Norma Sarver, Helen McBeth, Margaret Bodey, Crystal Wert, Bessie Hamil- ton, Neva Wiant, Floyd Peters and Wilbur Taylor, all of whom have positions as teacher in Cham- paign County. Those graduating from the Normal in 1921 are as follows: Alta Pence, Hazel Pence, Edna Pence, Ino Corbett, Amber Lease, Gertrude Wiant, Edna Barger, Hazel Wheaton, Bonnie Hall, Fan- nie Bosler, Esther Rose, Raymond Baker, Charles Houser and David Davis. In order to meet the State requirements, the students are given a course of thirty-six weeks training which then grants them a one year certificate renewable for three years. The work done here, is recognized by the State Normals as being equivalent to their first year’s work in college. The Course of Study consists of Psychology, Paidology, Nature Study, Agriculture, Drawing, Music, Physical Education, Decorating, Sanitation, Domestic Science, Manual Training, Story Telling and Picture Study, Principles of Teaching, School Management, Rural Education, Ob- servation, Practice Teaching, Textbook work and Methods of teaching each of the eight common branches, Conference and Community work, besides references and Reports given from a number of outside professional work. All Primary work is taken up separately from the above course. The work of the County Normal is done in connection with the schools of the county and we are glad to use this means of expressing our gratitude to the Teachers and Superintendents of these schools for their hearty co-operation in this work. After the resignation of Mr. Neer as County Superintendent, The County Board chose as his suc- cessor,Superintendent A. G. Welsheimer, also of North Lewisburg Public Schools and who is teach- ing at the present time in the County Normal. We are glad to have such an able man as Mr. Welshei- mer as Supervisor and can only predict success as the future for the County Normal under his care- ful supervision and instruction. 23 Our Campus To that person with the rake and seeds, who holds the future of our campus in his hands, I dedicate this rhyme, may it at the same time be an incentive and guide to him. Of Elysian fields we often hear, Of Alpine valleys held so dear, Of Scottish heathlands gray and drear, And Canadian woodlands much too sere, But none are so rare, None can compare With our campus. There when are gone bleak Winter’s snows. And Summer’s verdant mantle grows, Of ragweeds in such well spaced rows, The morning-glory trailing goes In festooned glory To tell the story When by chance you there trespass, Here and there a blade of grass campus. Will peep out at you as you pass, From behind some rocky mass. And you will start to see It’s shy timidity On our campus. There the students love to stroll, There the children’s marbles roll, And many a sight so very droll, Funny to all but the blind eyed mole Greets your sight Each morning bright, On There with friends a joy to know, Our Through summer’s sun and winter’s snow, campus. Midst much of pleasure, no more of woe, Our carefree life did lightly flow, Across that work of Nature’s art, Soon to be dear to every heart, Across our campus. Oh may it ever be my lot, To visit often that dear spot, And see these pleasures never bought. With you, my friends, may I not Stroll once more As in days of yore Across our 24 campus. Class Prophecy ’21 HEN asked to write a prophecy of this illustrious class of ’21 my heart failed me for I was at a loss to know how to begin. No dream or idle imaginings would satisfy—I must find something authentic, some real knowledge of the future. Having read Mr. Thomas A. Edison’s article in a recent magazine about-the apparatus he is perfecting whereby he may communicate with the spirit-world, and knowing of course of the phonograph, the incandescent light, the megaphone, the alkaline storage battery, the kinetoscope, kinetograph, kinetophone, etc., that he has successfully given to the public. I knew if he could do all of these wonderful things, he was the one to help me. So I made an appointment with him and was received very cordially and he listened most atten- tively while I related my story. With a quiet smile he told me he was already working on the very instrument that would tell me everything and if I would stay and assist him he would try it out. He had told no one of his intentions and was very anxious to keep it quiet until he could see how mu:h of a success this last invention might prove to be. Of course I was overjoyed at the thought of wit- nessing the experiment and having the utmost confidence in this wonderful man I was sure of suc- cess. I asked him first what would be the fate of my friend Oneita Rudasill twenty years from now. He went on to explain that there was nothing occult, mysterious, or weird (such as are employed by so called mediums) about this instrument but purely scientific methods were employed. By the use of electric currents applied on this super-delicate instrument a moving picture or panorama of events would be portrayed on a miniature screen only visible with the aid of powerful lenses. He manipulated this most delicate instrument a few moments and then we waited—-with nerves tense and scarcely breathing for the space of ten seconds, when we could finally distinguish a move- ment on the screen. With the glasses we could plainly see Babe, explaining the merits of a certain book to a lady and realized that her most ardent desire had been fulfilled and that she was a librarian and a most competent one she would make because she is quite an adept at book reports and nothing pleases her better than to spend all her spare time curled up in her own particular comfortable chair with the latest book. Of course Edison was quite happy at the success of this newe't invention and it is to him we owe the thanks for this glimpse of the future of class ’21. Jeannette who had always vowed to marry rich had become the wife of the famous Mr. Rocke- bilt, the peppermint chew candy man. Unexcelled in oratorical ability Ted has always been conspicuous at literary programs by his ab- sence. No one will ever forget his ready smile and peach complexion. So it is with surprise we learn he is traveling on the Chautauqua circuit lecturing on “If not, Why Not’’ at the rate of six thousand words a minute and some of the words are pretty big ones too. How mistaken we always were in Clarence, we never knew he had the sterling qualities of such a rich man, for we find he has become a famous fancy dancer in the Musicale Comedy “Hurry up Hattie” and is drawing down a salary equal to that of Charlie Chaplin. Lucy who was never very robust in health which deprived her of an advanced education is now well and strong and happily married, living in the old home place and attending strictly to her own business. She has all the modern conveniences, paved streets and a street car line which the young folks in the neighborhood take to S. P. H. S. instead of the bumpy, rickety wagon Lucy rode in in her school days. When Ruth left school, she took a business course at Moore’s Business College in Urbana and became such a competent stenographer that she advanced rapidly and is now social secretary to the President’s wife. Bob Taylor, the famous yell leader for S. P. H. S., who directed the organized cheering through- out the year’s basket ball activities in such a satisfactory manner, by his gracefulness, his nimbleness and the strength of his lungs has become the best auctioneer in the state of Ohio. 25 We all knew that Nell’s intelligence and striking personality would win fame for her, but we hardly expected her to be quite so noted as she really is. On leaving High School, she took a college course and then she was the only successful one out of three hundred and twenty-five applicants to he Mary Pickford’s understudy at her studio in California. After all these wonderful pictures had been portrayed on the miniature screen there was quite a change in the weather conditions, the atmosphere was not charged with a sufficient amount of elec- tricity which interrupted our experiments for that day, but Edison insisted on me coming back and seemed quite anxious to continue the following day,—weather permitting. The next morning dawned bright and clear and I knew we would be able to proceed with this most interesting task of penetrating the future. Sure enough the instrument worked perfectly and picture after picture passed before our fascinated eyes. It seems as though Pauline Huffman being always musically inclined had the wonderful oppor- tunity of traveling abroad with her brother and studying music under the great artists. She is now quite famous and a second Galli Curci. Records of her singing voice are sold as soon as man- ufactured. Elma, who always captivated all hearts by her music, finally won the heart of the great Prince Gustave of Sweden, and presides over his castle in a most queenly manner. Still, as of old, she is the Belle of the Ball and a society leader. Klappy seems to have had his plans for the future sidetracked, for instead of being a journalist as he had hoped, he found upon getting his degree from college that lofty ideals had been awakened and felt it his life work to give himself as a missionary to Africa. We remember as president of our Literary Society what a good speker he was, and know he cannot help but accomplish great things in his chosen field. Clifford has become quite a celebrated author. We know of his book entitled “My years in Basket Ball, which was very interesting, written from the author’s own experience. It should be read by all Freshmen who have aspirations along that line. Tt is well known the kind of basket ball he played and he seemed to improve with every game. Ethel, who was always talking about the rights of women, studied law, was admitted to the bar and practised quite successfully for several years. She is now running for Congress and we hope it is a victory for her as it will mean another feather in the cap of Klass ’21. Kathleen, who was always such a student, graduated from Ohio Wesleyan with honors, although missing none of the fun for she seemed to be one of the few who could have a good time yet not at the detriment of her studies. At this time we find her assistant superintendent of S. P. H. S. Mem- ories of her school days were so precious that she could not overcome the desire to go back and teach the younger generation true manhood and womanhood. It was Viola who with her kind sympathetic manner, who was always thoughtful of others and al- ways spreading cheer and sunshine, determined to be a nurse. She studied at Massachusetts General Hospital at Boston and won a prize scholarship which entitled her to a course in one of the biggest medical institutions in France. Lucille Hill (nee Jenkins), is the only one in class ’21 who did not graduate under her maiden name, but we were mighty glad to have her finish with us, even though she did prefer the society of a member of class ’20. The pictures on the screen still revealed a state of true love and happiness. The fates have been kinder to Boots than to any of the class, as he is the only one who needs never plan for tomorrow. A perfect stranger entering the place of business where “Boots” was employed after leaving school, look an especial fancy to his dark eyes and raven locks and made him heir to his vast fortune. Boots has become a great philanthropist giving freely of his abundant wealth to charity. This wonderful apparatus of Mr. Edison's will no doubt' soon be given to the public and every one interested may satisfy their curiosity in regard to the future, and here is a vote of thanks for the part he has played in the prophecy of Klass ’21. 26 Editorials THE STAFF Editor-in-chief Associate Editors Athletic Editor Assistant Athletic Editor Alumni Editor Art Editor Business and Advertising Robert Taylor j Oneita Rudasill | Ruth Hanback Paul Vickrey Lowell Runkle - Kathleen Leedom Ethel Pence Editor - Paul Klapp Assistant Business and Advertising Editor Lucy Hamilton Circulation Manager - Elma Beatty Assistant Circulation Manager - - - Clifford Barger Joke Editor ... Nelle Ross Society Editor - Jeannette Wiant Treasurer - - Pauline Hunt The Meteor HIS journalistic luminary burst into flame during the intellectual days of ’06, and consumed itself into ashes even before that gifted class had ceased their toils and passed forth as alumni. Some nimble-minded person christened this bright and shining star of the literary heavens, “The Meteor,” a title which won instant popularity as most appropriate of the bril- liance of its origin, and afterwards was found to have been sadly prophetic of its early disappearance. Its mission of appearing in public to startle mankind was declared to be that of all scholastic periodicals—record the important events and splendid advancement of its own cultivated circle, and acquaint the world with the ideals of education. Such cruel design upon the world’s bliss was conceived in the crafty brain of Supt. D. C. Bryant, who swung the big stick in high school maneuvers about St. Paris in those ancient times. It was born of ardent literary hopes, survived under increasing difficulties, and perished in infancy. To lead this rash adventure, a youth of noteworthy journalistic skill, Benj. H. Riker, ’07, after- wards editor of the “Ohio State Lantern” was dragged from peaceful seclusion and bravely saw his supposed friends exchange his happiness for the empty honor of “Editor-in-Chief,” and to further burden his young life, a complete staff of associate editors, alumni, athletic, exchange, society, etc., etc., was wished upon him Likewise Unkind Fate overtook his two fleeing classmates, H. W. Nixon and R. W. Guthridge, and blighted forever their care-free spirits by forcing upon them the Herculan- ean labors and worries of “Business Managers.” But the youth in those olden times were dutiful. Resignedly they laid aside the pleasures of youth to toil long hours over manuscripts and furrow their brows over unpaid accounts. And reward- ing their efforts, there would occasionally be cast out into the cold practical world a journalistic waif seeking a day’s residence on trial or otherwise. It was a monthly publication, having, of course, a fixed date of issue, but a little delay of three or four weeks was nothing in its young career, and concerned the subscribers really less than the edi- torial staff. But when its appearance would finally be made, it was an occasion attended with surprise and re- joicing in the cultured circles of that day. Eagerly was it read from cover to cover, for it contained the latest news of scholastic movements, of athletics, society and alumni, brilliant short stories and timely editorials on the needs of education in particular and civilization in general. Indeed each issue was well worth the subscription price. A special base-ball number, greatly enlarged and made highly attractive with the photographs of all the'famous athletes of that day almost doubled its circulation. It leisurely swung along on its orbit, gained prestige far and wide, was granted second class mail- ing privileges, endorsed by its publishers, Brown Wiant, and gave the old school great renown. 27 And thus it continued month after month, even six or seven, when it was announced by the Busi- ness Managers, after many secret consultations, that the treasury of this worthy journal was dis- covered to be only a sinking fund. Something must be done, and that quickly. Nobly the old school responded by voting a gift of thirty dollars, a hangover from a public debating debauch and thus was gained for the world of literature another issue of this high born hope. But no permanent relief could be secured, and the downward flight of that illustrious orb be- came swift and unerring. Gradually the publishers lost interest, contributions ot authors and poets ceased, and the editorial staff vacated their offices to practice base-ball. Hence the publication of so eminent a periodical was temporarily suspended, very reluctantly it is true, for many subscribers de- clared that life could not be the same without it. And thus ended a daring adventure into the realms of self-supporting journalism. Of a meteor, having fallen thru space, there survives only dust; and of “The Meteor” there survives only a few scattered copies—pitiable relics of that golden age of learning. And should some high-brow body of students, ambitious for journalistic glory and industrious in proof-reading, desire to let history repeat itself by resurrecting this forgotten legacy, there will be found, to link the high-minded past with the progressive present, a little matter of forty dollars or so at the publishers which is yet considered a perfectly good account against someone. For this reason the gifted author of this tragic bit of high school history must suffer the cruel fate of remaining for- ever unknown. The Scarlet and Silver to The Yellow and The Black Oh S. P. H. S., Honored One, how many grateful sons and daughters have you sent forth, equip- ped for the beginning of their life’s work; and never have you sent out a class larger than this one of 1921. Now in the beauty of May they have come to the time when you will send them out, with the best that you afford, to take their places in the field of life. Eighteen strong and loyal all to you, they have come to this day of parting, glad of the honor you bestow but sorrowful at the thought of separation. Fifty years have elapsed since you first be- stowed high honors on your children and many have gone forth since that time, establishing notable careers in every walk of life, each one an added honor to you. This class promises much, bestow upon them, venerable parent, your blessing as you have given them the best opportunities in your power, that they may succeed in their cherished plans and may not only be your pride but a benefit to humanity. And now with pride in our achievements under your guidance with sorrow for our parting, and joy in the pleasant memories of our life with you, we take a fond farewell. Well do we know that whatever we may do in the field of life that is worth while will be because of you and for you. —P. T. K. Most high literary critic, please do not tear your hair in anguish or shrink back in horror from this our “first born” which we are casting upon the cold unmerciful world. It is our first attempt at S. P. H. S. so please treat it as kindly and considerately as possible. Although we have made many mistakes we have tried to do our best. We have endeavored to make the “Parisian” of 1921 interesting to the alumni as well as those now attending S. P. H. S. and we hope we have not failed. It has meant work and lots of it for this year’s staff, groping in unknown fields, endeavoring to publish the first “Parisian.” However to say the least we have enjoyed it all and hope that next year’s staff find things easier. We wish to thank everyone who has helped us in any way and there have been many. The alum- ni, the student body, the faculty, and especially the business men of our town who have supported us so faithfully with their advertising. Indeed this is not the first cause which we have occasion to thank them for supporting for they have backed us in everything we have attempted. Neither do we care to pass our printer without a few words of appreciation. He has worked long and faithfully and it is certain that we would never have been able to publish the “Parisian” without his hearty co-operation. In parting we have only to say farewell and hope that every year will see a bigger and better “Parisian” published at S. P. H. S. 28 29 The Class of ’71 lP'TY years. It requires some applied skill to recall past experiences of a half century. It is a task that should be performed only by one capable, or inclined to recall past incidents. Perhaps the realization that there is but one remaining member of the class of ’71 leaves the strongest imprint. It is gratifying to know that this class, has left an influence for good, that has been, and still is, unfolding for the higher achievements of life. The erection and completion of the new three story school building in the west section of Saint Paris, was quite an event. The teachers throughout the building were selected without question, with great care. Through the influence of Doctor Musson, Professor Blair of Virginia accepted the invitation from the Board, and was elected superintendent. He was highly educated and through his influence many from the surrounding country attended school. The second year found sixty pupils enrolled in High School. Our auditorium was the whole of the third floor, where the entire school convened each morn- ing for chapel exercises. Class plays, societies and amusements were also held in this room, not so unlike the present day. The class of ’71 was prepared for graduation, but, in some way never satisfactorily explained, were deprived of that privilege. The first class to have the distinction of grad uating and receiving diplomas, was the one going out from the school in 1879. The wife of Rev. E. D. Smith was a member of that class. The first Alumni association of the Saint Paris High School was organized in 1892. The class of ’71, W. H. Walborn of the class of ’72, and F. A. Fromme of the class of ’77 were solicited and be- came honorary members of the association. Among the Alumni of our school are found many whom Saint Paris should be justly proud, for they have been more than ordinarily successful in life. As we are looking with pleasure at our past record, surely we are improving the present, and the assurance that honest conscientious effort will inspire every member of our high school with energy and determination, and with the united aid from all, will certainly bring success for the future. The Class of ’79 HE year 1879 produced the first class to graduate from Saint Paris High School. The class though small in numbers, consisting of only four, Mrs. Ida Knull Smith, Mr. Frank Fromme, I. N. McAllister and Mrs. Emma Northcutt Talbot, who had completed the course before but had had no commencement exercises until ’79, was by no means lacking in knowledge and wisdom. They have G. W. Snyder and D. H. McDaniel to thank for their efficient training and especially for those examinations which occured at least once a month. This class studied Algebra, Latin, Phy- sical Geography, Arithmetic, etc. with as much zeal and ambition as we do now. Literary was another pleasure of which they were not deprived, there were two societies at the time. The school house was three stories high and on third floor there was but Qne room. What might have happened there some times we can only imagine. Rev. E. D. Smith preached the Baccalaureate sermon in the Lutheran church. After the class became scattered, Mrs. Ida Smith is now in Saint Paris, Frank Fromme in Elcanto, California, I. N. McAllister’s present residence is not known, and Mrs. Talbot in Omaha, Nebraska. 30 —M. K. L. 1921 The Class of 83 HAT we should wear to Commencement, the Baccalaureate, the Junior-Senior Reception, |)7 and the Alumni Banquet, did not cause the members of Class ’83 any great worry. We were only three boys, and there was no reception and no banquet, and our “Sunday Clothes” were elastic enough to cover the other two events. On the road to graduation the girls had kept us company until the last year. One by one they fell by the wayside, as did also many other boys; probably disheartened more by the constant shifting in the course of study, and in the personnel of the faculty, than by the rate at which we traveled. In our four years in the High School we had three superintendents. And just to think! In our Junior year, after we had studied latin and higher algebra and geometry and all those other intellectual and finishing studies the “new” superintendent told us that we did not know how to spell and do arithmetic; and he made us study Webster’s High School Dictionary and Brook’s Normal Higher Arithmetic. We did not mind that so much as we had studied only Stoddard’s, Ray’s, Milne’s and White’s arithmetics in the grades. But do you know that since I have been figuring out the problems of life, I am almost glad that we had the mathematical accumulation, and I really believe I could have stood a course in dictionary even in the senior year. I rejoice that the members of this class, John W. Millette, U. F. Pond- and the writer, are all liv- ing and enjoying reasonably good health. —G. V. Fromme. The Class of ’03 HHE Class of 1905 consisted of eight girls and one boy: Alma Leedom, who won class honors, Mary G. Leedom, Alta Haines, Elizabeth McMorran, Hattie Mott, Lucile Frazier, Bessie Faulkner, Nellie Magovern, Garnard Jones. The quality of the teaching of Prof. D. C. Bryant, Miss Florence Hunter, D. 0. Brelsford and T. R. Davies, spoke at the Commencement. The Baccalaureate sermon was delivered by Rev. W. W. Kennerly of the Lutheran church. On Thursday evening, May 25th, the Union Opera House was filled. The stage was beautifully decorated in blue and white, the class colors. The artistic arrangement was due to the good taste of the Junior Class, consisting of Regina McMorran, Nelle Culley, Ralph Garrette and Earl Zerkle. The young ladies of the class wore common blue calico, made in shirt waist suits with white collars and ties. The class flag had a history, being made by the class during their Freshman year. To them their flag was indeed a beloved emblem. Death has claimed one very loyal member of the class. The Class of 1905 gave their earnest support to the St. Paris High School and they will ever have pleasant memories of the good Old High School Days. —Lucile Frazier. The Class of ’ 1 0 NE of the most important events in the history of S. P. H. S. took place the first of Sep- tember, 1906, when twenty bright and promising Freshmen entered High School. We were called green and no doubt looked the part, especially to our upper classmen. We were soon informed that we were to have a class meeting to elect our officers. This we did by electing Earl W. Guthridge, President. He was a very efficient “prexy” consequently re- tained this office throughout the four years. The other officers seemed to be lacking in their duties 31 to the high positions to which they were elected. During our Freshmen year we were fortunate to have as our instructors, Superintendent D. C. Bryant, Miss Florence Hunter and Mr. D. 0. Brelsford. While we were still “Freshies” we chose for our class colors old gold and white and the daisy for our class flower. These we considered very important throughout our four years of High School. Oh, what a thrill we had when we thought of our first appearance in literary, which gave us the privilege of assembling in the large High School room with our upper classmen. In our Sophomore year, Mr. James Fortney became our Superintendent. He guided us safely through the remaining three years. Many class meetings were held and many matters were dis- cussed. But as a trait of the class of 1910, every one disagreed. Now we can look back and realize those days were the good old days. During our first two years of high school our number had decreased until now in the Junior year the enrollment was only eleven. In this year we had the honor of giving the reception for the hon- orable Seniors. Here it is that our fellow classmen bleached their hands for the social functions by preparing the fruit for the punch. Also it was our privilege to decorate the Hall for Commencement. We were busy at every class meeting making roses, etc. for the decorations. Our class took an active part in athletics, music and other things in interest of the school. Now comes our most memorable Senior year, with an enrollment of ten—five boys and five girls. It was here we realized we were leaving the good, old S. P. H. S., each one to cast his lot in a broad- er field. Miss Fannie Bollinger after graduating from Ohio State, is an instructor in Home Economics at West Alexandria, Ohio. Miss Helen Frye after graduating has been Primary teacher in the Saint Paris Public Schools. Miss Jessie Nixon, after graduating from South Dakota State College is at present instructor in Home Economics at Saint Paris, Ohio. Mrs. J. A. Glominiski, (Miss Faye Harvey) after graduating from Indianapolis Physical Train- ing school has taught in the Buffalo schools. Mrs. Ross Hanson, (nee Asenath Kizer) after graduating from S. P. H. S. took up the duties of a house wife in Arkansas. The class can boast of two dentists, Dr. Earle W. Guthridge now practicing dentistry at San Jose, California, Dr. Carey Kite, a dentist at St. Marys, Ohio. Lloyd C. Huffman after graduating from S. P. H. S. is now located at Indianapolis, associated with the Master Tire Company. Two brothers in the class—Byron Snyder who is now located at Thackery, has charge of the Creamery; and Luther Snyder l-esiding at St. Paris, is one of Uuncle Sam’s mail carriers. The class of 1910 can justly be proud of all of its members. —Helen Frye, Jessie Nixon. The Class of ’ 1 6 T seems as though it were but yesterday when a little band of children stood at the gate of the old school building which now stands so deserted and lonely at the western end of Plum street. But, in reality it was the first Monday morning of September in the year of 1912. We still remember what a wonderfully exciting morning it was. For this little band of excited children were the new Freshmen, all aquiver with curiosity, scarce- ly able to wait until the old school bell should peal forth. We were about to take the biggest step of 32 our young lives, about to enter that vast unknown, mysterious realm called High School. But after we had once entered upon that preparatory stage to rehearse for the great play of life in which we were soon to play a part, how quickly those four short years glided by on the wings of time. Each spring after we had suffered through the final examinations, we would bid the old school house on the hill farewell for three short months. And then with a “Hip Hurrah” we would turn to enjoy our well earned vacation. Then each autumn just as the leaves were commencing to turn gold and crimson, we were awakened by the echoes of the old school bell and reminded once more of our duty. As we look back upon those glorious days of the past, is it any wonder we treasure the memory of our school days among our dearest possessions? Will we ever forget those friendships that were formed in S. P. H. S.? For of all the glorious pictures that hang on memory’s wall, There is one, a band of school mates, That seemeth best of all. Will we ever forget those excursions to the woods for spring flowers? The Halloween masquer- ades, the rivalry between the literary societies, those glorious Senior receptions, those never-to-be- forgotten class meetings, and those inevitable school love affairs? Can we ever forget those wild and thrilling basket ball games played in the Union Opera House, when we all sat on the stage and rooted ourselves hoarse when our home team came out victorious? (and it always did.) Yes, those were the best days, Skies were never bluer, Friends were never truer, There was never less of sorrow, more of joy and song. Than we found along our pathway as we trudged along, In those happy days, our school days, The best days of all. But time passed bringing with it many changes, and those short years filled with trials and troubles, and lots of good times mixed in came to an end and we were now to face the last and biggest event of our High School career. All of our necessary work was completed and we had reached our goal. We’ll never forget the feeling we experienced as we turned from the old familiar school rooms for the last time, closed the doors behind us, and marched down the dusty stairs that were worn with our footprints, and stepped out into the dear old school yard that had been ours since childhood. As our last year drew nearer to an end there were many things to be done and planned for. And today as I look back over our record I’m sure our class of 1916 will always be remembered for two things. For we were the first class to present a memorial to the school, thus we established a new cus- tom with a worthy motive. During our last school week we purchased an elegant oak roll top desk and placed it in the Superintendent’s office. Then too, it was at the close of our Senior year, that the old Alumni organization was revived. All credit is due to our Superintendent (Mr. Coleman’s) effort and interest. For he worked faith- fully and in formulating and carrying out the initial plans of the organization. On Tuesday evening of May 23d, the new organization held their first banquet in the Masonic Hall. It was a glorious evening, and one hundred and seventeen members were seated at the long tables. On Sunday evening, May 14th, the Methodist Church was filled to overflowing for it was then our Baccalaureate sermon took place. Reverend Mathews delivered the address “The line of Great- est Resistance is the Line of Righteous Triumph.” On the evening of May 18th, our Senior class reception was held at the Masonic Hall; and on 33 the following evening the long looked for, anxiously awaited Commencement exercises took place at the Union Opera House. Out of all the events of our Senior year I’m sure this stands out in our memory more clearly than the rest. The Opera House was filled with the largest audience that had ever assembled to witness the Commencement exercises. The old stage looked its best that mem- orable night. A beautiful stage setting had been accomplished by profusely covering all surfaces with green branches. While our class flower the old fashioned wild rose, was used to splendid advan- tage, completing our color scheme of rose and green. As the curtain slowly rose the gaze of the audience fell upon our ten Seniors namely, the Misses Lucille Pence, Gladys Tomlin, Ruth McMorran, Olive Kizer, Thelma Kite, Kathleen Kite and Messrs. Allen Taylor, Harold Lewis, Raymond Apple and Laurel Gibbs, and our three faithful teach- ers, Superintendent Clifton Coleman, Corena Jackman and Ruth Maxwell. John Kite, President of the Board of Education, J. C. Neer, County Superintendent, and the speaker of the evening, Mr. John Davison director of the Normal Department of Ohio Northern University of Ada. Mr. Kite then presented our Diplomas and Superintendent Neer awarded the class honors to Miss Olive Kizer, and after a selection by the Arion Quartet, the memorable evening came to an end. Since that evening which now is nothing but a memory, five long years have elapsed and time has wrought many changes. Today those six girl graduates and four gallant young men that sat before the footlights as Seniors, are now scattered out in the world playing a part in that drama called life. Two of the girls have chosen for themselves careers. Miss Lucille Pence is now a graduate nurse from Grant Hospital and is practicing her chosen profession in the city of Columbus, and Miss Ruth McMorran will also finish her training course at Grant Hospital in July. The rest of the young ladies of the class were captured by King Cupid with his darts, and today they are members of the Ancient and Honorable Order of housekeepers. Mr. Apple is today one of our most reliable and busi- ness like young groeerymen. Mr. Allen Taylor is now stationed at Thomasville, Ga. in the state highway department. Mr. Harold Lewis is now completing a course at Ohio State University and Mr. Laurel Gibbs is located in Columbus with a railroad position and hopes to finish his course at Ohio State University next year. Thus we see our class of 1916 is a class worthy to be proud of and though our school days are now past, we hope the lessons we have learned will be perfected as we journey along life’s pathway. —Kathleen Brown. The Class of ’20 LL High Schools are divided into four classes. All these classes differ from each other in size, customs and wisdom. In our High School the Freshmen and Sophomore classes are separated from one another, being in separate rooms; a hall separates them from the Study Hall, which is inhabited by Juniors and Seniors. In the school year of ’19 and ’20 the Seniors were the wisest because they were farthest re- moved from the state of Freshmanism and those early stages which tend to contaminate the mind, and they were nearest to the Alumni who are beyond graduation and to whom they were constantly looking upward. Among this Senior Class there were found many noble personages, in fact the entire class had a noble tendency, as most Senior Classes do have. Class spirit persuaded the class to go forth in its leadership since all its members excelled in valor, to acquire the supremacy of the whole High School. 34 Induced by these persuasions they determined to provide such things as were necessary, not only to do this, but to establish peace and friendship with the other classes. They reckoned that one basket ball season would be sufficient for them to execute their designs. It was the law that to be on the basket ball team, a person should have a good academic standing and should be an expert player. At the time appointed for the try out the majority of the men chosen for the team were from class ’20. After the choosing of the team, these men went forth to do that which they had resolved on, namely to go forth and win every game. When they thought that they were at length prepared for this undertaking, having been coached by Professor Turner, they began to meet teams from various places. There were in all many games, in which this team was victorious. And thus it hap- pened that it became feared by all its opponents. Meanwhile the remainder of the class, who did not figure on the basket ball team, did much for the class along other lines and also supported the team in whatever manner they could. At the close of the basket ball season, there was left one way, namely a class play, by which, on account of its talents, the class could pass on to greater glory. As it could not of itself give this play without a director, it gave to Miss Mary Newton the supervision of the play. She, therefore, undertook the affair and arranged that they should give a Shakespearian play, somewhat modernized. Attacking this and rendering it with incredible stage fright, the class made another step toward the close of its High School Career. Thus in June, whether by chance, or by the design of the immortal gods, that part of the High School which was called the class of ’20 enjoyed a single honor to graduate in the new Johnson- Saint Paris school building. Their first great battles fought, the members of the class moved on into the greater struggles of life. They are now eagerly pursuing these paths. Some have already made a success in the business world, others have not only done this, but have also taken a hand in matrimonial affairs; still others have taken part in the perpetual wars of the higher institutions of learning. —Martha Taylor. Alumni Roster and Year of Graduation 1870 Llewellen Scott T. J. Frank (deceased) 1871 Ada Musson (deceased) Elizabeth Furrow Baker, Lillie Grafton Pence (deceased) St. Paris, O. 1874 1877 W. H. Walborn (deceased) Albert Fromme, St. Paris, O. Frank Fromme, Elcanto, Cal. I. N. McAllister C. E. Buroker, Urbana, O. Forest James, Tiffin, O. Amoretta Flowers, Port Orange, Fla. Grant Fromme, Urbana, O. 1879 Emma Northcutt Talbot, 158 Exchange Bldg., Omaha, Nebr. 1880 J. H. Biddle, St. Paris, O. A. E. B. Helmick, N. Y. Life Bldg., Minneapolis, Minn. 1883 John W. Millette, Reibold Bldg., Dayton, O. Ida Knull Smith, St. Paris, O. James T. Hamilton (deceased) Estella Riker Fromme, Elcanto, Cal. Effa Furrow Fielder Johnson, Kent, O. U. F. Pond, St. Paris, O. 1884 Claude DeW. Kelley, Box 105 Hot Springs, Ark. 1885 E. O. Furrow, Fletcher, O. George C. Paxton (deceased) J. Truman Nixon, Tulsa, Okla. Harvey R. Nixon, Goodfield, 111. I. E. Rhynard, Ithaca, N. Y. Burt L. French, Marion, Ind. A. C. Bolinger, St. Paris, O. A. W. Bull, Boone St., Piqua, O. Ella Leathley Kinsinger, DeGraff, O. John Baker, 834 First Nat. Bank Bldg., Chicago, 111. Logan Carlo, St. Paris, O. 1887 Mary Spitler Wood U. S. G. Mitchell, El Dorado, Kansas. Maggie Klapp Bull, Boone St., Piqua, O. 1888 B. E. Thomas (deceased) Mary Gordon Holleran, 316 W. Main St., Chanute, Kans. 1890 Frank Zimmer, Urbana, O. 1891 Nellie Carlo Greiner, Culver, Ind. Clara Cromwell Richeson, 509 W. 121st Bancroft Hall, Apartment 6, N. Y. City. Iola Batdorf Kizer, St. Paris, O. Alice Nixon Robinson, Bloomington, 111. Emma Zimmer, Ironton, Mo. Maggie Huddleston (deceased) Elizabeth Neff Wheeler, St. Paris, O, Minnie Hendrickson-Petticrew, Springfield, O. William Hockman, China. John Richeson, 509 W. 121st Bancroft Hall, Apartment 6, N. Y. City. Frank Richeson, Sidney, O. 36 Millard Brelsford, 1885 Grasnere St., Cleveland, O. Earl French, Marion, Ind. Guy McEhvain Eugene Brown, St. Paris, O. Daisy Cutler Kite, St. Paris, O. Millie Gibbs (deceased) Harry Hawk, Portsmouth, O. Frank Hanback, St. Paris, O. V. L. Hunt, St. Paris, O. Myrtle Musselman Brubaker, St. Paris, O. Elma Kiser Hunt, St. Paris, O. Victoria Brown Raff, Urbana. Jessie Leathley, 433 Town St., Columbus, O. Minetta Lippencott Cretors, St. Paris, O. Allie Rhynard Schnider, 224 N. Main St., Lima, O. Mae Clem Runkle, Sisterville, W. Va. Elizabeth Judy Leammon, Rosewood, O. James Bollinger, St. Paris, 0. Cecil V. Jones, St. Paris, O. Fred Black, St. Paris, O. Freeman Bollinger, St. Paris, O. Clarence Pence, St. Paris, O. Blanche West Johnson, St. Paris, O. 1832 Cappie McClure Michaels, Marion, Ind. Nettie Sheidler Friauf, 2041 Franklin Ave., Toledo, O. 1893 Ollie Leathley Toomire, St. Paris, O. 1894 Jennie Vexdier Cook, 212 Parkview Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. 1895 Anna Jones Brown, St. Paris, O. Otto Largent, 1221 Church St., Flint, Mich. 1896 Lizzie Bull Baker, Troy, O. Jackson Frank, 34 W. Srainders St., Columbus, O. 1897 Minnie Showers Kite, St. Paris. Harry Wood, 309-310 Congress Bldg., Detroit, Mich. 1898 Eula Graves Rushaw, St. Paris. 1899 Katie King, 246 Monroe Ave., Columbus, O. 1900 Weber Hunt, Piqua, O. Della Richeson Sise, Troy, O. Hattie Pond 1901 Emerson Clem, Bovey, Minn. Iza Evringham Stevens, Columbus Grove, O. Claude Rue, St. Paris, O. 1921 Pleasant Powell, Franklin, Ind. Laura White, Suite 7, 10403 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. Daisy Schull Patrick, 11th St., Columbus, O. Emmett Kite, Urbana, O. Emma Pond (deceased) William Runkle, Fletcher, O. Anna Wilson Teachout, Columbus, O. Maud Hawk Cox (deceased) Nelle Losh, 2006 Oak Hill, Youngstown, O. Emma Schull, Sidney, O. Grace Saunders, Springfield, O. Winifred Hutchinson Scott, Westville, O. Daisy Kite Apple, St. Paris, O. Elber Apple, St. Paris, O. Sallie Pyle Brown, St. Paris, O. Ernest Musselman, St. Paris, O. William Smith, 102 N. 3rd St., Columbus, O. Loren Pence, 2400 S. Salina St., Syracuse, N. Y. Walter Stevens, Columbus Grove, O. 37 ffcAN Arthur Ballinger, Indianapolis, Ind. Hattie Mahan Hunter, St. Paris, 0. Zephyr Deaton MeMorran, St. Paris, 0. Elsor Heator, 309 Pierce Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. Alpha Pence, Millersburg, O. Harley Scott, St. Paris, O. Paul Sheidler, 3404 Ormond Ave., Clifton, Cincinnati, O. Elba Sturgeon (deceased) Wid Sturgeon, St. Paris, 0. Garnard Jones, St. Paris, O. Alma Leedom (Honors) W. High St., Fostoria, O. A.lta Haines Goode, St. Paris, 0. Lucile Frazier, St. Paris, O. Regina I. MeMorran (deceased) Honors Nelle Culley, Urbana, 0. Benj. H. Riker (Honors) 1818 23rd St., Des Moines, la. Herman Nixon, Whittier, Cal. Sam N. MeMorran, St. Paris, O Ralph Guthridge, Sidney, O. Mary Richeson, St. Paris, 0. Orra Buroker, Columbus, O. Augusta Leedom Sutter, Honors. Fostoria, O. Verda Pence, 1359 E. 133 St., Cleveland, O. Mollie King, 246 Monroe Ave., Columbus, 0. 1902 Marley Leathley, Fairbanks Bldg., Springfield. Stella Sturgeon West, St. Paris, O. Mae Norman Clem, Bovey, Minn. 1903 D. A. Mowen, Springfield, O. Mary Brubaker (deceased) Bessie Dugan, St. Paris, O. Loretta Dugan (deceased) Zola Deaton Pence, Millersburg, O. 1904 Zola Deaton Pence Carrie Gi-aves Ballinger Wid Sturgeon 1905 Mai'y G. Leedom Jones, St. Paris, O. Hattie Mott, Dayton, O. Nellie Magoveim Dovel, St. Paris, O. 1906 Earl Zerkle, St. Paris, O. Ralph Garrette 1907 Roy Magovern, 1235 Euclid West, Detroit, Mich. Noi'a Poorman Casebolt, Quincy, O. Nellie Nixon Jones, 231 Prescott Ave., Toledo, O. 1908 Thurman Huling, 519 N. Highland St., Chanute Kans. Walter Jenkins, 1097 So. Main St., Akron, O. Fay Corey Smith 820 Mason St., Springfield, 0. 1921 Warren Stevens, 1046 Linwood Ave., Columbus, O. Oasis G. Jones, 231 Prescott St., 16 Burell Apt., Toledo, 0. Mary Faulkner Jones, St. Paris, O. Mary Huffman Weimer, Rosewood, O. Cai-rie Graves Ballinger, Indianapolis, Ind. Alice Judy Chambers, Rosewood, 0. Leah Riker (deceased) Honors Elizabeth MeMorran Black (deceased) Bessie Faulkner Stevens, 6402 Commercial Ave., Saylor Park, Cincinnati, O. Howard Becks, 2227 Michigan Ave., Kansas City. Verda Klapp, St. Paris, O. Jessie M. Fuson, St. Paris, O. Mayme Bollinger, St. Paris, 0. Nellie Brown Sturgeon, St. Paris, O. Vera Ballinger Armour, Bradford, O. Myrtle Urban Remer, St. Paris. Leon Goldberg, Room 605, Livingston Bldg., Cincinnati, 0. Anna Gabriel, 466 N. Yellow Springs St., Springfield, O. Rex Furrow, Fletcher, 0. Charles Putnam, Piqua, O. 38 fftffism Mary Dye Sykes (Honors) Franklin Ave., Columbus, O. Fannie Cowan Leonhard, Ft. Recovery, O. Mary Poorman Stevenson, Highland Ave., Sidney, 0. Asenath Kizer Hanson, Artex, Ark. Jessie Nixon, St. Paris, O. Earle Guthridge, San Jose, California. Ruth Brown Whiston, 163 Hubbard Ave., Columbus, O. Carey Bowers, 74 W. 9th St., Columbus, 0. Flossie Bull, St. Paris, O. Adelaide Fromme Faulkner, St. Paris, O. Marie Harmon Norman, St. Paris, O. Tillie Kizer Bodey (deceased) Ray Allison, Urbana, 0. Mabel Jenkins Anderson, St. Paris, 0. Agnes King, 246 Monroe St., Columbus, O Lucile Kite, St. Paris, 6. Bertha McBeth, St. Paris, 0. Walter Bollinger, St. Paris, 0. Beulah Carmin, 700 E. High St., Springfield. 1909 Grace Goode Wolcott, Conover, O. Flossie Hancock, Piqua, O. Dessie Huffman, St. Paris, O. Lucinda Leedom, St. Paris, O. Zetta Beaty Miller, 507 N. Eye St., N. W., Washington D. C. 1910 Fannie Bollinger, W. Alexandria, O. Helen Frye, St. Paris, O. Faye Harvey Glominiski, 138 Norwood Ave., Buffalo, N. Y. 1911 Walter Faulkner, St. Paris, O. Cecil Buroker, Urbana, O. Flossie Cowan, Hope Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. 1912 Mary Mathews Smith, 51 Milverton Blvd., Toronto, Canada Marie Neal Schneck, Trenton, 0 Grace Reed, Springfield, 0. Naomi Sheidler Beltz, Tillamook, Oregon. 1913 Alta Kizer, 11,112 Belleflower Road, Guilford House, Cleveland. William Ladkin, 444 N. Garfield Ave., Columbus, 0. 1914 Catherine Mohler Huffman, Brookville, 0. Martha Mohler, Springfield, 0. Mabel Spence (deceased) 1921 Harry Hunter (Honors) 3426 Holmes St., Kansas City, Mo. Tracey Jones, Canton China. In care of Y. M. C. A. Harry Manning, Conover, 0., R. F. D. Lloyd Huffman, Brown St., Dayton, O. Carey Kite, St. Marys, O. Byron Snyder, Thackery, O. Luther Snyder, St. Paris, O. Anita Jones, New York City. Byron Jenkins, In care The Stag, Portland, Ind. Scott Mowen, Christiansburg. Georgia Tappy Furrow, Fletcher, O. Olive Toomire Gordon, Columbus, O. Leona Weaver Heck, St. Paris. Raymond Kemp, St. Paris, 0. Harvey Loudenback, St. Paris. Earle Martz, 101 Windermere Ave., Columbus, O. Charles E. Spence, 802 Kenton St., Springfield, 0. Grace Walborn, Language School, University of Naching, China. 39 Gladys Anderson, 40 E. McPherson St., Dayton, O. Ruth Berry, St. Paris, O. Marie Cory Straub, St. Paris. Herbert Brown, St. Paris, O. 1915 Mary Mitchell, 828 S. Webster St., Indianapolis, Ind. Oda Rhynard Marshall, 110 N. Greenmount Ave., Springfield, O. Donald Bollinger, 1919 Indianola Ave., Columbus, 0. Lowell Jones, St. Paris, O. Ralph Klapp, St. Paris, O. Raymond Apple, St. Paris, O. Laurel Gibbs, Urbana, O. Kathleen Kite Brown, St. Paris. Thelma Kite Jones, St. Paris. Lowell Ammon, 5305 Brown’s Place, Pittsburg, Pa. Harold Barger, St. Paris, 0. Harold Carmin, Drumheller, Alberta, Canada Mildred Hanback, St. Paris, O. Laura Johnson, St. Paris, 0. Neva Wiant, St. Paris, O. Elva Runkle (deceased) Dale Anderson, R. D. 3, Fort Morgan, Colo. John Barger, St. Paris, 0. Ada Vickrey, Lebanon, Ind. Millard Ammon, 1566 N. High St., Columbus, O. Clela Apple Wibel, St. Paris. Beulah Stone, St. Paris, 0. Martha Taylor, 1401 Beall Ave., Wooster, O. Esther Rose, St. Paris, 0. Lottie Harter, St. Paris, O. Delbert Baugh, St. Paris, O. Gertrude Wiant, St. Paris, O. 1916 Olive Kizer Wibel, St. Paris. Harold Lewis, Troy, 0. Ruth McMorran, Grant Hospital, Columbus. 1917 Gertrude Kite Leammon, Rosewood, O. Leota Runkle, 196 W. First Ave., Columbus, O. Laura Spence, 13 N. Vermont Ave., N. W., Washington D. C. Hazel Lindsey Romiser, 115 West Washington St., Winchester, Ind. 1918 Nat Brown, • In care Motor Mart Garage, Springfield, 0. Walter Barger, St. Paris, 0. 1919 Edna Barger, Millerstown, 0. Ruth Cretors Thobaben, St. Paris, O. Bessie Hamilton, St. Paris, O. Donald Loudenback, Piqua, O. 1920 ' Trixie Apple, St. Paris, 0. Paul Runkle, 196 W. 1st St., Columbus. Cline Currey, Urbana, O. Harold Hill, St. Paris, O. Dale Lee, St. Paris, O. Lucile Pence, St. Paris, O. Burton Allen Taylor, Thomasville, Ga., Box 106. Gladys Tomlin Kite, St. Paris. Keith Cretors (deceased) Dan Tappy, St. Paris, 0. Forest Taylor, 105 E. Rayer Ave., Youngstown, O. Glen Vickrey, In care L. B. Harrison Hotel, Cincinnati, 0. Earl Walborn, St. Paris, O. Owen Harvey, Springfield, O. Marguerite Lee, St. Paris, 0 Helen McBeth, St. Paris, O. Carlton Owens, St. Paris, 0. Wilbur Taylor, St. Paris, 0. Vera Niece Barger, St. Paris. Carroll Smith, 153 W. 8th St., Columbus, O Pearl Urban Lewis, St. Paris. Octave Ammon, 1566 W. High St., Columbus, 0. Paul OfFenbacher, St. Paris, O. Hiram Rushaw, St. Paris, O. Logan Smith, Pittsburg, Pa. 40 “I Love Them for What They Make Me Remember” 41 History of Schools HE first school of the town was held at the home of David Huffman, then in a little log cabin as a dwelling. Mr. David White and Mr. Dan Death are said to have been two of the first just north of our village. Next it was held in a little frame building which is today used directors of the last mentioned school. Thirza Furrow Kiser was the first teacher. The result of an election held January 20, 1859 for the selection of three school directors was as follows: Isaac Stoutemeyer 23 votes, Martin Prince 24 votes, and Joseph Buroker 21 votes. In com- paring the votes with those cast now we are aware of the fact that the town has grown. For a short time in 1867 school was held in the Odd Fellows Hall while a brick school building was being erected. It consisted of three stories and contained five rooms, as the third floor was used for chapel only. The building was not rearranged for some time, but the building being so tall it was considered unsafe and the teachers were forced to dismiss school during storms. The next time the building was changed occured in 1890, the third story was taken off and four rooms added to the west of it, making the structure as it stands today, on the old school grounds now known as the Harmon Memorial Park. This building is to remain the property of the public. It was purchased by A. G. Harmon at a public auction and presented by him to the town for park purposes. It will probably be a great satisfaction to many of the older alumni who spent their school days on these grounds to know that they are not to be used for commercial purposes but will be converted into a beautiful park. An item which might be of special interest is the list of the superintendents we have had: James G. Blair 1868-1871 G. W. Miller 1885-1889 E. D. Whitlock 1871-1873 L. I. Morse 1889-1893 W. W. Evans 1873-1874 J. M. Reason 1893-1897 F. M. Porch 1874-1877 G. E. Stephenson... 1897-1904 G. W. Snyder 1877-1880 D. C. Bryant 1904-1907 A. Powell 1880-1881 James Fortney 1907-1913 T. S. Dixon 1881-1883 W. C. Coleman 1913-1916 W. M. Hawes 1883-1885 James Turner ...1916—Now Mr. Turner has had many responsibilities in going through with the erection of the new school building. In this he has given the public valuable services which it should appreciate. G. E. Stephenson holds the record of time spent as superintendent. He was superintendent for seven years. E. D. Whitlock who served from 1871 to 1873 was the father of Brand Whitlock our for-' mer embassador to Belgium. 42 History of New Building Note With the kind permission of the News-Dispatch we are using this article, copied from their issue of June 10, 1920. N the ,light of JanualT 19 1917, the board of education for the Johnson-St. Paris village sc 00 district passed a resolution, calling for a special election on February 20 to vote on the proposition of a bond issue of $75,000 with which to purchase grounds and erect a new school building. This issue was carried by a majority of 32 votes. May 1, 1917, the board decided to locate the building upon its present site on East Main street and purchased eight acres of ground, providing commodious play and athletic fields as well as a wide expanse for lawns and landscape purposes. The contract for the building was let to Elmer E. Beckett of Columbus on August 4, 1917, and he completed his work in the fall of 1919. An additional bond issue for $25,000 was voted at a’spe- cial election to provide sufficient funds to meet the advance in prices of material and labor caused by war conditions. The very best of materials and skilled labor were used in erecting the structure which is practi- cally fire proof. A conservative estimate for erecting such a building today is $250,000. Had the project not been pushed at the time it was, it might have been several years before the district would have been able to carry the indebtedness.” Plan of The Building The basement: The manual training and domestic science rooms are now fully equipped In the domestic science room there are ten tables with a gas stove to each table. The manual training room equipped with one table and a set of tools for each member of the class, while there is also an extra set of special tools. The furnace and pump rooms, two lavatories, two large rooms which are not yet equipped now used as store rooms, boys and girls dressing rooms and the gymnasium comprise the rest of the basement. On the first floor are six grade rooms, a rest room, the art teachers office and the auditorium. On the second floor are two grade rooms, three high school recitation rooms, normal training room, a large study hall, physics laboratory, superintendent’s office and a library. Drinking fountains and lavatories are located on each floor and the building is lighted through- out with electricity. —Lucile Hill. 43 F e % A Yv.a'h WWC J- '30 Aove Smi sj 0 A . B .7 We� „i U-!?; ?« ? vOf3 WovVinq B«.� nc © StV o o V WcLtms 'su Ho ei1 Sw3?,f 7 s?ia n a 'Rote. Qe.s ? Gee — Commencement Program Class Play Cast of Characters Clyde Walker, the Dear Boy, President of the Class - - Robert Taylor Genevieve Walker, His Elder Sister, an Alumnus who knows it all—Ruth Hanback Mamie and Marjorie Walker, His Little Sis- ters, who are twins and have hopes. - Kathleen Leedom and Oneita Rudasill Caroline Walker, his Mother, who adores her boy ... Viola Rhynard Grandma Walker, his Grandmother, who has ideas of her own - Ethel Pence Mrs. Mary Milton, his Aunt on his mother’s side ... Lucille Hill Helen Milton, his country cousin who has plenty of “go” in her—Lucinda Hamilton Mrs. Martha Westfield, his fashionable Aunt on his father’s side - Pauline Hunt Leona Westfield, his city cousin who has a good opinion of her own charms - - Nell Ross Bessie Moore, his best girl who enjoys the fun ... Elma Beatty Jerusha Walker, his Old-Maid Aunt, who has a mission - Jeannette Wiant His Chums Tom Leonard - - Clifford Barger Dick Reed - - Clarence Beaver Harry Duff - - Paul Vickrey Professor Whitney Jones, his Athletic Coach ... Paul Klapp Professor Hudson, the High School Principal - Pauline Huffman GRADUATION EXERCISES School Auditorium - - May 24 Address - - Dr. Henry C. Williams Presentation of Diplomas County Supt., A. G. Welsheimer Music Ernest V. Musselman Arion Male Quartet RECEPTION BACCALAUREATE School Gymnasium - - May 20 Junior, Sophomore, Freshman Classes hosts to Senior Class School Auditorium - - May 22 Sermon - - Rev. Clive McGuire ALUMNI BANQUET 44 School Gymnasium May 25 History Class 1921 HE history of class ’21 is a long record of deeds of valor and renown. From our beginning as Freshmen until the present time we have made our presence felt, not only in school but through our town. We have for four years by some unaccountable reason, and in spite of opposition, persisted in putting ourselves into the glare of the spot light on every possible occasion. To attempt the enumeration of the high and mighty deeds of 1921 is almost beyond human power. As Freshies, we registered well, so well that some of us had to stand trying to look wise and comfortable until extra seats were provided. We fought better and won many glorious victories. We started out in a very business like way by first electing officers to preside for the year. These were President, Robert Taylor; Secretary and Treasurer, Marguerite Perfect. As we were only mere green Freshies, we looked to the upper classmen for advice, and as we saw them hold their jolly class meetings we at once decided to follow suit. WTe held our first class meeting at Lucille Jenkins. This was our first real social meeting—no words can describe the good time we enjoyed, and we all re- solved to continue these meetings all through High School, and we have always done this. Our boys were initiated to the fullest degree, by all the upper classmen. Rules were given to us, which we took in a friendly way as we were far sighted enough to know that some day in the future we would be upper classmen. We have never lost a class scrap from the time we all were taken into the reg- ular High School life, until today, and if modesty were not our besetting sin, we might say that our Freshman history was a Caesarian veni, vidi, vici affair. Our Sophomore year was a continuation of the victories of the Freshmen year, at this time we had taken a prominent place in all branches of high school life. Especially, did we shine in the gay social whirl, and were active in the literary societies. Our boys were considered fine athletics and in the inter-class track meet which was held in the spring 1919, we gave the Seniors a hard battle for first place, we only losing by a few points. Thus we arrived at our Junior year with no class fights to distract our minds until the very last month. Here came the awful battle between the J uniors and Seniors over the stolen class flag. How- ever this only lasted a few days and all is calm now. All through our Junior year we settled down to pursuit of peace. 1921 is not afflicted with any serious cases of brilliancy, yet we believe our class has a high average for persistent work. So well have we conducted ourselves and displayed our knowl- edge, several of the teachers have remarked, that such a class has not existed for many years. Could a class be paid a higher tribute than that? (Take this with a grain of salt) During our career our ranks have been much depleted, matrimony and other alluring fields of opportunity have appealed to some, yet we have the largest class that ever left the halls of dear old S. P. H. S. As those of us who are left arrive at the close of our Senior year and peer into the fu- ture we are ready to do our best and while our parting with each other is not without tragedy, yet we have battles to fight. The future is full of promises and we mean to make good and relieve myth- ical old Atlas’ shoulders of the burden he has born so long. —Jane Wiant. 45 fflRiSiAN Class Poem (By Kay and Pat) To the S. P. H. S., in the year 17, Came a class both wondrous and fair, And the rest of the students could see at a glance, No others with them could compare. They thought it their duty to give us the test, As given to “Freshies” before, Our meetings disturbed by actions absurd, By that class known as Sophomore. They thereatened us, they stole our eats, But we were game all through We had our fun and sent some one Our refreshments to renew. The Sophomore year we’d rather pass, For storms were brewing then, And wily deeds we did perform, But worse they might have been. The Senior flag so carefully hidden, We found and took away, But by Professor Turner we were bidden To return or the penalty pay. Our Junior year was full of things, Our souls were often stirred, ’Twas then the speaker folded up the flag Of which you all have heard. In sport of every class and kind, We eagerly got in, We then were very hard to beat We wore the victor’s grin. How hard we worked for good grades, For the esteem of teachers and mates, Though easy winning the latter, ’Twas freely sent by the fates. Oh we’re there with the goods ’21 With class spirit filled to the brim, If there was ought to be done, ’Twas up to us of the vigor and vim. Oh the ages will never again Bring forth such a class as our own, Nor the all powerful point of the pen, Record such talent as shown. Our days in High School are almost over, This race is nearly won We soon will battle with the world Until our lives are done. And now before we break a way, We’ll bid vou all farewell. And like for you to join with us In the good old High School yell. Rah, Rah, Rah, Rah. 46 Literary Societies COLUMBIAN OFFICERS Paul T. Klapp ’21 President. Jane L. Wiant ’21 Vice President. Kathleen Leedom ’21 Secretary. John Brough ’24 Treasurer. Eleanor Brough ’23 Critic. DELPHIAN OFFICERS Mitchell Reed ’22 President. Clydus Steinberger ’23 Vice President. Mildred Ginn ’23 Secretary. Josephine Pence ’24 Treasurer. Clifford Barger ’21 Critic. Bgg T is unnecessary in order to keep alive the interest in our Literary work and the knowledge of [k what we have done in the past, that we should give a history of these Societies from the time of their beginning to the present time. So we shall merely give a few points of interest. We know the past history of these societies is tenderly cherished, for among their members are many an illustrious Alumni of the school. It is interesting to know that these societies are not an accident, that they are an evolution and it is this that accounts for the solid foundations on which they now rest. Each society is divided into the first and second divisions and a program is given every two weeks. The programs take place in the Study Hall on Friday afternoons. Members of both societies are present, teachers of the respective rooms and visitors. In the fall of ’20 the societies were re-organized. The spirit had slumbered a little, due to the new surroundings and the fact that we were forced to suspend school at different intervals for var- ious things, epidemics, lack of fuel, etc. However in reorganizing, each society enrolled thirty-five new members and an enthusiastic meeting was held on both sides for the purpose of giving the societies new birth. The past is glorious, but we are looking forward to the future now and it looks most bright and promising. The Columbians and Delphians are now merely passing the mile stone that marks the present and yet it took many, many years to proceed to here, but this is only one mile stone and everything protends many such, just as bright and just as illustrious. 47 —Jane Wiant. School Events Our New Teacher On the morning of September sixth 1920 we first met our new teachers, Mr. Ralph Klapp whose home is in St. Paris, Miss Helen Kremer of Somerton, Ohio, Miss Christine Gordon of Delaware. We will always remember the last days spent in dear old S. P. H. S. and are glad to associate with these, the remembrance of all of our new teachers as well as of the old. The Community Theatre The Community Theatre opened November nineteenth 1920 at the school auditorium, with as good equipment as any large motion-picture house. The screen is of gold fibre, the most expensive and best screen that can be purchased. It was bought of the Manager of the Lyric Theatre of Urbana, being too small for use there, after the re- modeling of that theatre. The machine was purchased of Mr. Nichols who started motion pictures at the Union Opera House, but quit in a few weeks on account of lack of patronage. The machine is a Power’s Camrograph Size 6B, manufactured by Nickols Power Machine Com- pany, New York. This machine had been run only ten hours when bought by us. The equipment was purchased by a corporation of ten business men of the town acting with the school board. The money over the expenses is to be paid to these men, and after the entire amount has been paid, then the equipment is to become the property of the St. Paris School. The entire equipment cost about five-hundred dollars. The opening night Friday, November 19, 1920, Evangeline,” one of the best productions that can be obtained was presented. The second production November 25, was ‘ Checkers which was very good and well attended. An educational and a very interesting program was obtained December third entitled “The Tale of Two Cities.” “Les Miserables” another very good production was well attended and very interesting and pleased the people. January twenty-ninth 1921, “His Majesty the American” was shown being one of Doug’s best pictures. Another one of the Fail-bank’s pictures will be shown April fifteenth entitled “Mark of Zorro.” After the expenses are paid educational films will be purchased for different classes, which will be a big help to the students. We hope the people will attend every production in order that these may commence as soon as possible. —Clarence Beaver 21. Box Social As it has been customary in S. P. H. S. to hold a box social each year, we lived up to the custom this year and held the social on Saturday night, March twelfth. The Study Hall had been very artistically decorated in Yellow and Black the High School colors. This year the fund was to help on the piano purchased for the auditorium. On account of ban roads only a few attended but with the assistance of our popular and successful auctioneer, Mr. Chas. Stapleton, we realized the neat sum of fifteen dollars. Better English Week Better English Week was observed in this school during a week in November, through the ef- forts of our English teacher, Miss Gordon. Posters were made by the students of the Seventh and Eighth Grades and the High School and placed in the business district and throughout the school rooms. A contest was held in nature of a secret ballot to determine the persons making the least gram- matical errors during this week. Two Seniors were chosen and awarded prizes. Also an original play was given in Chapel by a few of the High School girls, emphasizing the triumph of “Good Eng- lish” over “Bad English.” Altogether the week was a most profitable one and too much praise can not be given Miss Gor- don in her efforts. 48 Rest Room Only this year has the Rest Room been added to the buildling. The furniture consisting of two willow chairs, an oak table and large davenport were given to S. P. H. S. by the class of 1919. This certainly is an improvement to the building and one of the most essential rooms. This room is lo- cated on the first floor on the west side. (Many thanks to you Class ’19.) Lecture Course For the first time the school undertook the Lecture Course this year. We secured a course from the United Lyceum Bureau, consisting of four numbers. The tickets sold at a very reasonable price for this kind of an entertainment at one dollar for adults and fifty cents for children. The Course was held in the school auditorium and well atten ded. The first number was the Pelletier Players and was a fine and enjoyable number. The next was a lecture by Mr. Stanley Krebs, the third a Musical program by the Nevin Musical Club consisting of five girls, all artists, and the last a humorist, Mr. Clarence Burgderfer. The course this year pleased all of our patrons and a better one has been booked for next year. Basket Ball Banquet One of the most enjoyable events of the school calendar for 1920-21 took place in the High School library on the night of March twenty-sixth when the lady teachers of the school entertained this season’s basket ball team with a splendid banquet. A color scheme appropriate for the approaching Easter season was carried out and a delicious four-course dinner served. Those present were Mr. Turner, Coach; Mr. Klapp, toast-master; Paul Vickrey, Captain; Emory Crouse, Clifford Barger, Mitchell Reed, Theodore Harter, Robert Taylor, cheer-leader; Frank Ross and Paul Klapp. With Mr. Klapp as toast-master a few short talks were given by different members of the team after the dinner had been served. The affair was novel and new this being the first team ever entertained in this manner in S. P. H. S. Such affairs bring out and strengthen fellowship among the students which is very important especially in an athletic team. It also gives them a stronger interest in and a more serious view of the athletic work. We hope that some similar function will become an annual event. We would sug- gest that in years to follow this should be taken up by an Athletic Association which should be formed in S. P. H. S. p. T. K. The Carnival One of the most attractive programs which our school has ever given was the Carnival. The eighth grade and the four classes of High School each prepared their own unique part separately. The first was a play entitled “The Changing of the Seasons” given by the eighth grade. The different seasons were personified by the members of the class. It was given in a very pretty and effective manner. This was followed by the “Mock Wedding” by the Freshmen of which every detail was carried out with perfection. The whole ceremony was performed with dignity and grace. The Sophomares presented a play entitled “P iss Civilization.” It was well prepared and highly appreciated. The characters displayed a great deal of dramatic talent. The “Mechanical Dolls” was a unique feature given very successfully by the Juniors. The dolls looked and acted their part very well. The Seniors concluded the program in a comic way by presenting a Photograph Gallery. This was an original play and pleased the audience. The different characters and the different conversa- tions had with the photographer made it quite interesting. This play was last but by no means least. Each part was about a half-hour in length, but there was such a variety that the audience did not seem to lose interest at any time. Everyone pronounced the Carnival a success in every detail from beginning to end. —Ethel Pence ’21. 49 G. G. G. Club HE brilliant idea of forming a club originated in the fertile brains of some of the Freshmen girls on entering S. P. H. S. in 1917. Our aim was to become better acquainted with each other, to mix a little fun with the awful grind of Algebra and Latin and to instill loyalty not only to each other but to S. P. H. S. as well. A Constitution and by-laws were adopted and the officers chosen to take charge of the organiza- tion were: President, “Kay” Leedom; Secretary, “Jane” Wiant; Treasurer, Marguerite Botkin (nee Perfect). The original members were “Pat” Hunt, Elma Beatty, “Babe” Rudasill, “Lucy” Hamilton, “Peggy” Perfect, “Jane” Wiant and “Kay” Leedom. At the same time we furnished the club room where we met every Tuesday night for a “pot luck” and a trip to the Lyceum. The only royal road to membership was through a process of initiation. So it was a weird and uncanny initiation which took Ethel Pence into the Club on Christmas eve 1919. Through the four years we have kept our name in secret, and now to relieve your curiosity, we feel it our duty, to reveal the name. Take your choice of the following: “Green Giggly Girls,” “Grit, Grind and Gumption” or “Grand Glorious Groupe.” Guess again. It is needless to say that this club stands for the “best of all”—of the cultural side of High School life. It includes much, but none of that which is not best. We have always striven in every way to keep S. P. H. S’s star in the ascendency and bright and shining. 50 fftftSiAN 51 Basket Ball Season 1920-21 HHE Johnson-Saint Paris High School Basket Ball team of 1920 and 1921 with J. M. Turner as coach finished a very successful season. Our schedule was filled early in the season with some of the best teams in this part of the state. Of the twenty-six games played our team lost eleven and won fifteen. Of the losing games only one was lost on our home floor. This game was lost to Westville by a score of 27-28. March 5-6 the team attended the State Tournament which was held at Delaware, Ohio. This time they locked horns with the fast Piqua aggregation and were defeated by a score of 12-14. Although the team lost the game, they did not lose their fighting spirit. This was plain to be seen by the end- less trouble that was given the Piqua Pill tossers throughout the entire game. This years team was built up around two veteran players. New material developed very rapidly from lower class men and although three regular players will graduate with class ’21, the new mater- ial that has been developed this year under coach Turner will no doubt make an all star team for next year. Basket Ball in the Johnson Saint Paris school has not been confined to High School alone but al- most every grade has one or more teams, for basket ball is the leading athletic sport in the school. A great deal of interest was taken in this form of athletics as was shown by the large attendance at the games, not of students alone, but of the citizens of the school district. We wish to thank the people of the community for their loyal support and interest. This was shown not only by their attendance at the games played on our own floor, but also by the interest returns from the games played away from home. Saint Paris 26 Rosewood 7. Saint Paris 25 Urbana Township 16. Saint Paris 52 Concord 28. Saint Paris 38 Marysville 17. Saint Paris 8 North Lewisburg 27. Saint Paris 29 Alumni 20. Saint Paris 17 North Lewisburg 14. Saint Paris 28 DeGraff 18. Saint Paris 9 DeGraff 18. Saint Paris 5 Urbana 33. Saint Paris 22 Bradford 16. Saint Paris 14 Urbana Township 13. Saint Paris 8 Plain City 35. Saint Paris 20 Bradford 25. Saint Paris 26 Westville 29. Saint Paris 25 Urbana 19. Saint Paris 28 Plain City 9. Saint Paris 37 Rosewood 14. Saint Paris 27 Westville 28. Saint Paris 12 Piqua 14. Saint Paris 14 Marysville 25. Saint Paris 19 Shifters 38. Saint Paris 7 Kingscreek 4. Saint Paris 28 Mingo 9. Saint Paris 19 Westville 12. Saint Paris 8 Woodstock 13. Total 551 501 52 Basket Ball Players . Coach Turner Through his tireless efforts he has built up from new material a fine team. He has had a wide experience in coaching and directing athletics. He is respected and admired by all the squad. His at- tention has not been confined to the High School alone but he has done much in promoting clean sport in the entire school. Paul Vickrey Ted Vickrey, our captain, has certainly proved his worth this year. Though short and light he was undoubtedly the fastest man on the team this year. His fast dribbling and head work has been an inestimable asset to the team in every game. (S. SH. . . ) Don’t say our Athletic Editor is tooting his own horn for he is not responsible for this. R. M. T. Paul Klapp “Klappy,” even if this was his first year on the team, proved a big help, for he was an excellent guard, pulling in many long passes and stopping many a dribble without fouling his opponent. This is Klapp’s last year. 53 BiRiSiAN Frank Ross “Doc,” although a Freshman, has shown up ex- cellently for his first year on the team. As center he seldom failed to get the tip off. His accurate shooting spelled many a victory for us. “Doc” has three more years in High School. Clifford Barger “Bob” is a veteran of two years. He could stick a man and make him look slow. His defen- sive plays were especially brilliant, breaking up many plays under the basket. This is Bob’s last year and his graduation will mean a big loss to the teafh. Emory Crouse Crouse, although he joined the team late, more than made up for lost time. He was an accurate shot and fast forward. He could pivot away from the best guard. He ranks as a Sophomore. 54 fteAN Lowell Runkle “Boots” a veteran of three years could be counted on to play a good clean game. He was fast at handling the ball and an accurate shot from field or foul and also was a strong man on defense. This is his last year. Mitchell Reed “Mitch” could play any position on the court. He was big and fast and especially good at guard- ing. For his long reach enabled him to pick many high ones out of the air. “Mitch” is a Junior. Theodore Harter “Shorty” was the smallest man in the squad, but he easily made up in fight what he lacked in size. His playing was fast, and he caused many a guard to worry on the account of his accurate shooting. “Shorty” has two more years to go. 55 BtRiSiAN Clydus Steinberger Clydus could play either guard or forward for he was fast in covering the floor. He possessed a natural ability for shooting baskets. We expect big things out of him in the next two years. Charles Neal Neal as a guard was good at dribbling and at breaking up long passes. Although he did not play in many games, he has two more years in High School and will probably be a fine Basket Ball player before we lose him. 56 At The County Tournament The second annual County Basket Ball Tournament was held at Urbana, Ohio, March 19. The team chosen to represent S. P. H. S. at the Tournament consisted of Ross, Barger, Crouse, Reed, Klapp, Harter and Vickrey. The first game played at the Tournament was between Saint Paris and Kingscreek. The moment the team came on the floor it could be seen that they were determined to win, and they did. The score at the end of the last half was 7-4 in our favor. The second game was played with Mingo. From the first of the game our team took the lead and were not hard pressed at any time. The final score was 28-9. The team won their third game of the day from Westville who had beaten our team on our home floor and on the Westville floor. The game was fast and furious through both halves, but our team far outclassed the Westville quintet in every respect. Our superior and accurate shooting soon piled up a score that the oppon- ents were unable to overcome. The score was 19-12 in favor of S. P. H. S. The winning of this game put the team in the finals. The final game was played with the Wood- stock aggregation who played a strong five man defense. Only a few times were our boys able to pen- etrate the defense and when they did they failed to score. Our team had been used to shooting over the defense but owing to the low ceiling they were forced to work the ball down the floor di- rectly underneath their basket before they could shoot. Four games were too much for one team to play in a single day and our boys were too tired to really demonstrate what they could do in passing and shooting. The final score was 13-8 in favor of Woodstock. 57 Review of 1919-20 Basket Ball Season Editors Note—Since there was no annual published last year we take the liberty of printing this account of last year’s team. The 1919-1920 team was no doubt the fastest and most evenly balanced that Coach Turner has ever sent out, on the court, since he has been coaching in S. P. H. S. Captain Runkle well supported by his team mates, piloted his bunch through the entire season with only two defeats. Both of these defeats were tournament games. This team was the second team ever sent to the State Tournament. The first game played at the State Tournament was played with Pomeroy and was won by a score of 18-14. The second game was played with Yellow Springs although our boys fought hard they were beat- en by a score of 24-10. This was the first defeat of the season. The second game lost by the quintet was at the County Tournament when again they were defeated by the Kingscreek team by a close score of 14-17. LINE UP Paul Runkle, Captain...Center. Hiram Rushaw......Left Guard Lowell Runkle....Right Forward Harold Hill.Substitute. Paul Vickrey......Left Forward Octave Ammon......Right Guard Clifford Barger......Substitute Saint Paris 35 Saint Paris 25 Saint Paris 37 Saint Paris 50 Saint Paris 33 Saint Paris 37 SEASON’S Urbana Township 14. Urbana 23. Bloomville 14. Mechanicsburg 5. North Lewisburg 30. Urbana Township 5. GAMES Saint Paris 18 Saint Paris 10 Saint Paris 31 Saint Paris 29 Saint Paris 14 Saint Paris 20 Saint Paris 23 Pomeroy 14. Yellow Springs 24. Rosewood 8. North Lewisburg 17. Kingscreek 17. Woodstock 6. Urbana 20. 58 teiAN Football Season of 1908 The football team of 1908 was (as far as we know) the first and the last football team that S. P. H. S. ever had. All the material was new but never the less Coach Fortney by his hard work, soon developed a squad that was not one to be ashamed of, for their quickness and cleverness in working plays was ex- ceedingly good. Their defensive plays were especially good and seldom did the offensive penetrate their lines and when they did only slight gains were made. Manager Hunter was only able to schedule three games because of their late organization and other teams had already filled their schedules. Of the three games played two were lost by the squad. The one game which they won was from Urbana on the home field, and “ ’twas a famous victo- ry.” Indeed it was a real test for the S. P. H. S. fellows for the Urbana team far out-weighed our team. This was not the only handicap for this was their first game while the Urbana bunch had been playing for some time. However our gang came out on top with a smile of victory and a score of 10-0. The second game was lost to Urbana on our own field by a score of5-0. As the scare shows our team was not to be defeated except with a hard battle. The third game was played at Osborne, Superintendent Fortney’s home town. The game was just the least bit one sided, the final score being 16-0 in favor of Osborne. Why couldn’t the Yellow and the Black have a foot ball squad every year to represent them; Other High Schools have them, so—“Why not us?” Aren’t we as fond of out door sports and haven’t we as much material as the average high school? From the financial standpoint foot ball could be made a wonderful success, for it is a game that has increased rapidly in popularity in the past few years. Without a doubt, it would draw a larger attendance than any other out door sport. S. P. H. S. has always had high ideals along athletic lines, so why not help our visions to come true by sending a football squad into the field next year. The line up of the 1908 team was as follows: H. W. Faulkner, Center; W. Ladkin, L. Guard; Geo. Maxon, R. Guard; D. Hough, L. Tackle; Frank Pence, L. End; Leon Goldberg, R. Tackle; Frank Harvey, R. End; Glen Runkle, Quarter back; Harry Hunter, Manager L. Half; Carey Kite, R. Half; Tracy Jones, Capt. Full back; Lloyd Huffman, Sub.; Fortney, Coach; C. V. Jones, Referee. 60 fteAN BASE BALL 61 Baseball Season of ’06 The above is a picture of the S. P. H. S. Baseball team of 1906. The following is the line-up of the team. First row, Left to right: Eeeks, 1st b.; Guthridge, sub; Jones S. S. and P.; Ray Hancock, p. Second Row: Hough 2nd b.; Nixon, R. F.; Magovern, c.; Buroker 3rd b.; Ray Hancock, L. F.; McMorran, C. F. We have copied an article written by Sam N. McMorran, who was Sporting Editor of the H. S. magazine “The Meteor,” which was published in 1906. It was taken from the baseball number, being the April number of that year. This team gives us an idea of how much enthusiasm baseball created in former years in High School. “The baseball team has opened its season by playing several practice games with pick-up nines from St. Paris, which resulted in victories for the High School. The games were neither exciting nor very interesting, but were played for early practice. The best of the games was on April 25, 1906, Hancock and Becks made the batteries of H. S., while Fields, Roberts and Magovern worked for St. Paris. The feature of the game was Ray Hancock’s home run drive to left field. At present the team is practicing diligently in order to be in the best condition for the game with Urbana on May 5, 1906. We believe the team to be as strong this season, as on the former years and, if such is the case, without doubt there is an even fighting chance. Perhaps the best attraction of the season will be the strong Piqua High School team, which will play at St. Paris, May 19, 1906. This team is exceptionally strong and a good game is easily as- sured, one, which deserves a large and responding patronage. We congratulate ourselves upon the fact that a successful and prosperous season seems as- sured, and we trust that those who are in a position to do so, will take an active interest in the team, which is determined to prove deservedness.” Coach Tudner has not yet announced who will play on the 1921 baseball team. The baseball diamond, so far this season, has been too wet to go on with regular practice. Any how, many com- ing High School athletes have been warming up for the try out when the team will be picked. At the time when this section went to press, Theodore Harter, our baseball manager, had succeeded in scheduling only one game. This game was to be played at Rosewood May 6, 1921. 62 L- J L__ rrr - ■ — ] L=EEi Ur-—===r¥; — i 1 TRACK □ 1 □ Ik r=— ]l it ■ i r- 11 ■ =it = j 63 Our Track Team of 1921 Great credit is due the efforts of our Coach in working up such a marvelous track team. However he did not do all the work, for our boys worked hard all season and as a result did not suffer a single defeat. We are very sorry to state that the score book was destroyed in a fire that occured in the furnace and we are unable to print an official record of the season. Although we cannot say with pride that our boys won over every team they went up against by a large margin. You have read of “mythical all state” or “All Conference” teams of different kinds. Well, our team this year is somewhat similar to them, in that, it is mythical (imaginary as it were). However not all of our track teams have been mythical (to us). For in preceding years our High School has had some extra fine track teams. We are now in possession of a beautiful silver loving cup, that was won at the County meet, for having the highest percentage for three consecutive years. Beside the new loving cup, many individual prizes were awarded to individuals on the team. We also have a pennant which wc won at the first All-County track meet held in 1916 at Urbana. Next year’s track team, however, we hope will not be mythical, like this year’s team. There isn’t any reason why S. P. H. S. could not have a splendid track team next year, for next fall we will have a quarter of a mile track, besides the other equipment we now have, necessary for a track team. 64 1921 65 Robert Taylor, “Cheer Leader” We desire to express our hearty admiration and appreciation of Robert Taylor our “cheer leader.” Too much can not be said in commendation of his marked ability along this line. We know that much credit is due him for the successful basket ball sea- son just past, for with “Bob” as leader we were able to express our enthusiasm and true school spirit and our boys knowing they had the whole- heai'ted co-operation of students and faculty back of them were urged on to greater victory. Will we ever forget how those pep meetings quickened our hearts and how our voices rose with Bob’s in many mighty cheers for dear old S. P. H. S., or forget the thrills as hand in hand we wound in and out through the snake dance to the tune of “The Yellow and the Black?” No game or High School celebration of any kind would be complete without “Bob ’ and in re- turn for his faithful services and unswerving loy- alty the Parisian tenders him this recognition. 66 What We Hope Will Happen at S. P. H. S OND reader, you have read in our alumni section what has happened in S. P. H. S. in years gone by. The rest of the book has enlightened you as to what is happening now at S. P. H. S. Now let your imagination wander to the smoker of a Pullman car on a Chicago-New York flyer and see what we hope will happen at S. P. H. S. in the future. Two members of Class ’21 meet for the first time in sixteen years (Date—May 10, 1938). “Why hello Cliff, thought you were running the New York Supreme Court.” (Just leaving Co- lumbus). “Well, good-night, Ted, where’d you come from? Sit down here I want to tell you something. Pve just been back home for a few days, first time in sixteen years. How long has it been since you were back?” “Well I was back—let’s see in ’28 just after I got out of school, but it was just between trains. You know father and mother had moved to California just before that and I had to settle up some business. “Things seemed to be booming what little I saw. Tell me about it. Did you see the old school- house?” “Booming? You said it. Why, there are a dozen large factories (more or less), street cars, traf- fic cops and everything. You wouldn’t know the old schoolhouse. Remember how barren the old grounds used to look, no trees, grass or anything else. Well, they are covered with a swell lawn now. The west end of the building is covered with vines giving it an appearance of some stately old university building you have seen somewhere.” That semi-circular, crushed stone drive we used to talk so much about became a reality a year or so after we got out of High School, and say it sure looks fine. There are a row of maples on each side of it all the tvay to the building but there are none directly in front to shut off the view. “That athletic field that was laid out on the east side of the grounds has been completed and it is certainly a peach. There is a regulation foot ball field with a base ball diamond in one corner and a quarter mile cinder track around the whole thing. There is a grand stand back of the catcher’s box and bleachers on both sides of the foot ball field. The base ball diamond is so well drained that they can play on it within two or three hours after a hard rain.” “Well what good will their athletic field do them; Do they use it? It used to be that they would never play anything but basket ball and a little base ball about once in seven years.” “Don’t get in a hurry, old top, you seem to think old S. P. H. S. is still as much of an old fogie as she used to be, but you’re mistaken. Why just the day before I left, their base ball team played the deciding game of a Tri-County High School base ball league. This league was organized this year and takes in High School teams of Miami, Clarke and Champaign Counties. They won the game too, from Piqua, 11 to 12. They had a little celebration after the game, ceremony of presenting the pennant etc. That evening they staged a banquet in the gym, for both teams and I guess they must have had a glorious time from what some of the fellows were saying.” “For both teams? That’s something new isn’t it? We used to almost hoot a defeated team out of town. Remember the night the basket ball team got hooted out of Urbana? Gee ! Bob Taylor was sore that night. But go on tell me about the rest of the grounds. Did they ever do anything more to the play grounds?” “Well yes, they graveled it all over and got some new equipment. You know the school has grown so that they had to do something. The County Normal School outgrew its one room and now have a building of its own across the street.” The whole school has grown so that they were finally forced to buy more land and build a build- ing for the grades and give the old building to the High School. They had the new building about 67 half finished when I left. It is situated south of the Athletic field, between it and Main street. “How about the inside of the building? Don’t suppose there has been any striking there, has there?” “Well no, no ‘striking changes,’ as you say, in things in general but there are some mighty impor- tant advances I would call them. You remember what a miserable little library we used to have, well it has been increased so that when the Normals left, the main library was transfered to their room leaving only special reference books for teachers in the old room. Now both rooms are full— - there must be several thousand books in the whole library.” There is something in the study hall that would certainly surprise you alright. There is a trophy case. I would say about seven or eight feet high and extending clear across the west end of the study hall. The striking feature about it is, of course, its contents. There must be a dozen foot balls painted yellow and black with the score of some big gridiron victory. There are more than that number of loving cups of different sizes and descriptions. And say! listen, I’m not lieing to you either. There is a cup there dated, 1928. I think saying, “First Prize in the Annual State Basket Ball Tournament.” What do you think of that? Some old school eh? But to get back to the for- mer subject of the rest of the building. One thing, they are just a little slow on is their laboratories. Do you know they haven’t yet a regular course in chemistry, just because of the lack of space. The physics class, I hear has to be di- vided and given certain days to use the laboratory so as to accommodate them all. They are plan- ning on converting the seventh and eighth grade rooms into physics labs as soon as the grade build- ing is finished and equipping some of the lower grade rooms as chemistry labs. The halls on the second floor are lined on both sides with lockers. I think they have a locker for almost every student. There has been quite a change in the basement though. There was a gas company formed in the old Burg a few years after we left and they have been burning gas in the furnaces ever since. The janitor’s room was taken over by the manual training department and they moved his things to the large room used to be used for coal. The domestic science girls have also occupied the corner room on their side of the building, putting in a whole new outfit. The gym is the greatest change in the basement. I was told that the old floor got a little rough and an entire new floor was put in. There is a small balcony with two rows of seats at the south end and two stair ways lead to the floor from either end of it. There is a row of seats all the way around and “bleacher” seats at the north end. I expect in all it will seat nearly 300 or 325 people. There are showers and lockers too in each dressing room. They will probably have to arrange for a larger shower room soon. “How about the auditorium, did they make any changes in that? “No, there hasn’t been much of a change. They made the stage a little larger by changing a ven- tilator in the gym and fixed it so that they could shift scenery.” “Wonder where we are. What time is it?” “It’s twelve o’clock, we must be in Pennsylvania by this time.” “Where are you heading for, New York?” “Yes, have to get back to work again. Where you going?” “Oh! I changed at Harrisburg, going down to Washington for a few days.” “Well guess I’d better be hitting hay—so long, see you in the morning.” “It’s getting rather late guess I’d better do the same, good-night.” 68 CM CT} I A ;© JOKES The joke that’s exclusive Is somewhat elusive A difficult thing to produce, I seek for it madly Then, give it up sadly And sigh, “What’s the use? What’s the use?” Pat—“Let’s eat.” Babe—“Where?” Pat—“Let’s eat up the street.” Babe—“No, thank you. I don’t care for asphalt !”—Exchange. “Her breath is as a breeze from off the fields in Spring.” “Yes—Onion fields.” Prof. Turner’s theory— We graduate those we can, and those we can’t, we can. The hours I spent with thee Dear Math, Are as a string of flunks to me. I “cuss” them every one apart, My Algebra, My Algebra. With Apologies to “My Rosary.” “I lost my love in Avalon” sang Charles, “Try our Lost and Found Ads in the Parisian” suggested Klappy. Miss Gordon In English, “Why do we study English Literature?” Ethel, “So we can know men better.” “Breathes there a man with soul so dead. Who never to himself has said, As he stubbed his toe against the bed ! ! ? ? D-----, etc. To school—To high school, She came with a rush, So sweet and demure that she Knew how to blush. Her blushes have faded:— But she doesn’t care, For her artistic touch Keeps the roses still there ! “Nobody loves a fat man.” Is not true at all I know of one who loves him,— A cannibal. PRACTICAL PRUNES They had been sitting in the movies For two long hours; And it was nearly time for the final clinch. And yet he had not once Tried to Hold her hand. And so it was she who had to Let her hand slip over To where it belonged, Which puzzled him Perplexedly For quite a while. But at last he saw it all And then he took her hand in his and deftly Wound her wrist-watch ! Fond Mother (To Music Teacher)—Do you detect any musical ability in my daughter? The Teacher—I am not a detective. Oh, grandma wore her hair up high. Her shell like ears she liked to show, But her ankles she hid with dresses low, Lest men should think her bold. Oh, Agnes wears her skirts up high, Her dimpled knee she’s proud to show, But she hides her ears with hair worn low, Lest men should call her bold ! Lucy in Lab.—“How much does a hundred grains weigh?” An ad.—“Dead men tell no tales; Use Sloan’s liniment !” Bob-—-Milton was very Puritanical in his views. Miss Gordon—Bring that out please, Robert Bob—He was VERY Puritanical in his views. Mr. Turner—“What are you getting out of your Art Course?” Adol—“Pencils.” 70 THE LATEST 23rd PSALM Mr. Turner is my teacher. I shall not pass. He maketh me to work hard experiments. He tormenteth me with questions in the presence of my classmates. He bawleth me out com- pletely. He maketh me to tear my hair in agony. My mind conceiveth murder. My test tube runneth over. He bawleth me out again. Surely misery and horror shall follow me forever and I shall dwell in the Lab. for- ever and ever. Amen. We often wonder why:— Cliff (over phone) “Elma, can I have a date tonight?” Elma—“Yes ! Who is it?” How Miss Gordon labored with her Senior English class and then:— He has went He has gone He has left I all alone. He can never go to 1 I can never come to he Oh ! It cannot was. “Doc” doesn’t wear a collar? “Yock” sleeps during study periods? “Warren” leaves the room at 11:15? “Pency” studies so hard; “Bob’s” never on time in the mornings? Miss Gordon picks on Ted? “Babe” blushes so hal’d? “Cicero” ever delivered those deep orations? Elma was so particular about her Senior picture ? Charles Houser doesn’t want the Normal picture in the Annual? I can’t blame him, can you; “Jane” doesn’t bring one of the Monthly Annuals to school? Sample sayings:— Beaver—“Harry Sprague stuck me in the Agriculture class.” Nelle—“Mr. Loudenback, how many sheep in a flock of sheep?” Ted (To a taxi driver at Delaware) “What is the number of sixty-six?” DELAY OF MAIL Klappy says the night the Basketball team went to Bradford and stayed over night in Piqua that he wrote a letter to someone in St. Paris and was amazed to find that she had not received it the next morning when he ar- rived home. Miss Nixon—(In auditorium during prac- tics for carnival) Frank, be quiet will you? We came down here to be married, not to cut up. Jane—“Sweet Mamma’s” back there in Nelle’s desk.” At that marriage should be safer in the fu- ture for “what does the modern girl know about rolling pins?” Oh ! Gee—“I can’t find my bathing suit any- where.” Whiz—“Maybe, you have it on.” “Whence the black eye, old thing?” “Oh, I went to a dance and I was struck by the beauty of the place.” Doctor—“Did that medicine straighten your husband out all right?” Wife—(Joyfully) “Yes ! We buried him yesterday !” Teacher—“Will you be quiet for a bit?” Pupil—“I’ll do it for two bits. 71 BtRiSiAN lillilllllllllllllilliillllillllllll The Parisian Staff of 1921 wish to express their appreciation of the hearty support given them by the advertisers in this number. jiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiPiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii 72 V 73 More Than30 Years have elapsed since we established our business. 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