Keokuk High School - Comment Yearbook (Keokuk, IA)

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T II E C O M M E N T HISTORY Schciol is nut anil the cxainiiiations that nican the einl (it uur iii.u ' li schiMil curriculum arc n ' cr. I ' ciur years have passed since (lur class 1ic.i;an to slu(l - the Latin, Al clira, and llistory that seemed such an endless task. I ' .ut onl - tiKi (|uickly has it lieeii, fur we fuund opportunities between the studies to have many jood times tot ether. On Se]Jteml)er ist. U) X. (jur class of 98 members entered Keokuk IIi.L, di as Freshmen. It can hardly be said that we resembled the niajorit - of fresh- men classes: because, except for a sliL ht difference in size, the occasiiMial ajjearance in a wroni;- class room, and the feeliuLj of self conscioiisnes.s every one experiences in the first assembly of the year, wi- were ' not cons])icuouslv different from the upper classmen. riie ujiper classmen had sacrificed all social . -atheriuLCs diu ' im; the war and as they had not yet returned to the habit of haviuf the customary num- ber of outside pleasures, we fell in line w ith the rest and sacrificed ours. In the Freshman and Sophomore years all our energ-y was exercised on studies and supporting ' scholastic activities — footltall, basket ball, and declamator - contests. The first and second years that we were in high school were interruijted by unexpected vacations. Frist the I ' du compelled the authorities to lock the doors to us; and, in t he second year, the coal shortage made it necessary to close again for a few weeks. When we arrivcfl at our Junior year, we became more assuming, and gradually felt the importance and res])onsil)ility that becomes a jimior class. It was in the early part of this year, i()20- ' 2i, that we organized and select- ed our class colors, silver and blue. The officers elected were: President — Beverly I ickinson. ' ice- President — . delaide Anschutz. Secretary — Calvin Ailing. Treasurer — Ilcnvard Fulton. Later in the year, oitr president received an a]ii)ointmi-nt to . nn;ipolis. We were indeed sorry to lose Beverly from our class, as his pep and loyalty meant nuich to us: but we were ])roud that one of our classiuen should be honored with such an ai)i)ointment. .Adelaide . nschutz filled his place as president, and we elected William Ruddick as our vice-i)resident. .Also, at this titue, we elected Wilma Wescott as assistant treasurer. Howard was so busv with Comiuent work that he needed hel]) in handling our finances, or rather, in handling our Lack of finances, ( )ur first social function was a weiner roast at Price ' s Creek early in the fall. We indulged in a game of hide and seek and in get way if you can

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•26 T H E C ( ) M M E N T CLASS SONG MUSIC B - FLORENCE W ' lTTICH WORDS BY MARCiARF.TT PRASSE . To K. H. S. we bid farewell, And our teachers here, The actual joys must now fade Replaced by memories dear. 3. Our Alma Mater gave to us Knowledge which we sought, May our achievements bring her Reward for what she taught. 2. We ' s heard oftimes that Life ' s com- plex With its problems deep. But we shall face it bravely. And overcome them all. 4. She gave to us ambitions high A goal to attain; May the laurels which we reap Bring honor to her name Chorus. Cheer your Alma Mater! Give to her your praise! Let her teachings and ideals Guide you all your days.

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S THE C () M M r. X T that cvc-nirii;-. All fiiuiul uut that wo rL-ally had a class that cuuld have fun at a weiiKT mast. On De-cuniher 17. 1920, the Juniors and Se iiors had a party at the Ma- sonic building. That evening tlure was a variety of entertainment, the teachers doing their luirt with an old clothes race. Our next social event was a lovely dinner ;xrved t the class by Mr. and Mrs. Denmire on the lawn of their home near Sandusky.. This was on-.- of the i)leasantest affairs our class has knt)wn, and if numbers show apprecia- tion, certainly the number that attended, in itself, would show how much the Denmire ' s invitation was appreciated. On that evening we played games, had races, and did everything to make a general good time. The culminating event of our Junior year was the Junior-Seui )r party at the Country Club on June 5. Dancing and other entertainments were enjoyed. The Juniors worked hard to make this a success and to -how the Seniors that any rivalry that might have existed was forgotten. When we started back to school on September 6, 1921, it seemed hardly posible that it could be the beginning of rur last year. However, as we felt the responsibility of being Seniors, especially under the new arrangement of half-day sessions, we immediately elected off ' cers and selected class col- ors and rings. The following officers were elected; President — Philip Benner. Vice-President — Katherine Winger. Secretary — Genevieve Harter. Treasurer — Crawford Fletcher. On October JO, the class enjoyed its second outing at Denmire ' s. This time it was a weiner roast, which was greatly aided by several pans of pop- corn donated by Mrs. Denmire. In November, the Junicrs and Seni rs had a [)ush ball contest to settle a little c ' ass antagonism. This was the first contest of the kind to be held ill Keokuk and therefore created interest outside of school as well as inside. As for the result — well ,we are leaving that for the Juniors to tell. On Friday, January 13, the Juni rs and Seniors had a very successful party at the Masonic building. Though the date seemed to foretell ill luck, it proved (|uite the opposite. Playlets, readings and musical numbers were given before dancing began. Naturall , refreshments were served before it was a completed party. Mr. Finla}- generously donated ;pace in the Oate City to be used by the high schi;ol students. We t(jok advantag ' e of this offer, and throughout the year have ]jul)lished a weekl} ' Comment. Many of the Seniors were -epresented on the staff of this naper. On all the athletic team?, our class has been well rejjresented and in de- ates and declamatory contests the Seniors have held a prominent place. In spite of all these interruptions, we have leraned many a good lesson