La Grande High School - Mimir Yearbook (La Grande, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 102 of the 1912 volume:

The Omnannus MAY, NINETEEN HUNDRED AND TWELVE LA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL LA C R A NDE, ORE. EDITED BY THE SENIOR CLASS OF NINETEEN TWELVE 5 ahc (Dmnamuts Harley H. Richardson. With the publication of our first high school annual it becomes a fitting time to cast a backward glance into the history of our high school, and to make note of its remark- able growth; a growth which today ranks it with the strong- est and best schools in the state. The historv of our school dates back to the year 1897, when we had a high school merely in name. It was not recognized by the state because it did not have a four year course. The lack of a central building made it impossible to establish a full four year course at that time. Ninth and tenth grades were taught in a number of grade schools, both in the old and new town; the White building being the main school building then. The little brick building in north La Grande, and what is now the Blue Mountain Creamery building, and a number of places in south La Grande were used for school building purposes. Little progress, however was made until 1899, when the central building was erected on the old Blue Mountain University site. With the erection of this new building rapid progress was made toward estab- lishing a standard high school. On the sixteenth day of June, 1902, the board of directors met and decided in favor of a four year course and measures were taken toward its establishment. These plans, however, were not carried out until 1905. In 1902, Mr. Hockenberry took charge of the schools and remained superintendent until 1905, when Mr. Martin took his place for one year. During the same year Mr .Hocken- berry taught a twelfth grade in the White building for those who had graduated from the eleventh grade under him the previous year. This, however, was a private enterprise on the part of Mr. Hockenberry. Owing to this enterprise, Mr. 6 ahr (Omuaumts Martin, during the same year, changed the three year to a four year course. When Mr. Hockenberry was again made superintendent in 1906 the four year course was fully established, and to him is given the credit of graduating the first class from the four year school in 1907. Since that time we have had a graduating class each year which has steadily increased in number. With this growth there has been a correspond- ing growth in the course of study. In 1908, Mr. Stout took Mr. Hockenberry’s place. This date marks the beginning of a new epoch in the history of the La Grande High School. The first work Mr. Stout did, after taking our school, was to divide the course of study into distinct departments. At first the Classical, Commercial and Scientific courses were established, but since then the Eng- lish, Teachers and Manual Arts courses have been added. Mr. Stout also made many other important changes, all of which have tended to raise our school to the rank of the best institutions in the state. The last three years have been the banner years in the history of our high school. In 1907, there were but two graduates; in 1911, there were nineteen, and this year thirty students will be graduated. The enrollment in the last three years has shown a marked increase. It has grown from one hundred and thirty-seven students in 1909 to two hundred and forty-one. The faculty as well has grown; it has increased from four instructors in 1907 to ten at the present time. But the most convincing evidence of the remarkable growth of the La Grande High School is the fact that a new building recently became a necessity. The new building which was completed in January, 1911, is one of the finest for its purpose which has thus far been erected in Eastern Oregon, and we are assured that it need not shun compari- son with the best high schools in Western Oregon. aljr (DmnmttuiB 7 Bsbtcatum 333e, the class of %. 33- jS - 12 in recognition of Ijis untiring luork for tl|e school respertfullu bebicate fljis book to our superintenbent 3Jol]tt 9- j tout 8 lUtr Omuamuts a he (Onmmmus 9 ?L$. - 3F«cuitu N. LUCILE ALLEN, B. DL B. O. Humboldt College English. grace e. Macmillan University of Nebraska, B. A. University of Missouri, M. A. Latin. N. J. MANSAGER, B. S., B. O. Humboldt College Mathematics. altc (Onutmuuts F. A. EPLING, B. Accts. Valparaiso University Commercial. E. A. McEACHRAN, A. B. University of South Dakota Ellendale Manual Training School Manual Training. Jfarultu EDDA M. ANGST N. W. U. School of Music Music and Art. a hr (fhmtamuts (Class |Jacnu Merlin Batley. Ye Gods! here Ini supposed to make some poetry from nothing, And place myself in jeopardy of life and limb for bluffing. In a branch of art which I confess I know nothing about. And which will put, when finished, other hackwork to the rout. Dame Poetry’s a lady whom I hate to see insulted, But let me be absolved from blame, if reading this resulted In the maiming or the laming of a few unlucky mortals Whom some poor crazed reader wished to send at once thru’ Heaven’s portals In the hope to place them far beyond the danger of insane- ness, Due to overwork in reading all this nonsense and inaneness. In pausing to look backward on the past four happy years; On the joys and tribulations; on the mirth and on the tears; On the tasks of getting lessons; on the fate of being late; On that paper marked 100, and that test marked fifty-eight; And those many little “confabs” on tbe carpet—and the work We always had in making up the lessons when we’d shirk, I really cannot realize the time is almost here For our passing out of high school to a world less full of cheer. But let us all be thankful for the good we’ve had, and then We’ll all join in the chorus with a long and loud A-men! Remember all those algebraic battles that we lost; Just hark back to those many brainstorm troubles that they cost When we’d try to bluff the teacher into thinking that we knew All about quadratic surds, and geometric ratios, too. With the smoke of battle round us, we’d march into Physics lab., To take a pop at Newton and give physicists a jab. To experiment with formuli, to find the density Of all solids, and to know the use of electricity. a hr COuutamtus 13 In Latin, too, we knew the dif. between a noun and verb. And our knowledge of the gerund and gerundive was superb. But in Chemistry the tide of battle crushed us to the rear; We’d approach the door with bated breath, our knees would shake with fear; We would fuss and fume with chemicals; each change in state we’d note; While we’d have to give it credit that the blamed stuff had our goat. And in Botany, we’d botanize with wisdom really wise; But what we were not sure of, we would bluffingly surmise. Then in German—why we almost read the cover off the book; Our translations caused instructors to forever use the hook To extract the dullest students from the chaos in the class, Until they had us placed into another senseless mass. And for talent, we have ever led the race by several lengths, We put it up in packages, of different size and strength. And we dealt it out when notified, and always took first place In athletics and the other higher branches, at a pace That, without a doubt, left all the other classes far behind, And we know that they feel slighted and consider it unkind For the Senior bunch to grab up all the honors that pass by. Instead of standing in the shade to let the others try To gain a place in history, to show the world what they Are capable of doing in a do-or-daring way. Now to bid good-bye to high school, with a sigh of deep regret. Which will show the rest how earnest were our efforts here to get All the little scraps of knowledge and the crumbs of common sense To sustain us thru the trials we’re sure to have in some years hence, And to leave our good example shining out to those around, Just to give a sort of impetus to things almost aground. To the Juniors we bequeath our place and wish them all the joy Of the leadership in school affairs. May troubles ne’er annoy Their final lap in high school, and unmeasured happiness, We hope for every student in our dear old L. H. S. (Eljr GDmttamuis HULDA EDNA ANDERSON Classical Class Historian 1 knew the right and did it. Junior Claes HILDA FLORENCE ANTHONY Classical Dramatic Contest D. L. T. No man as yet has won her heart. RUNA BACON Classical Basketball (2) (3) (4) Captain (3) D. L. T. Trust her not-she’s fooling thee. aljr (Dnutamutfi 15 GEORGE MERLIN BATLEY Scientific Orator (3) Dramatic Contest Oratorical Contest Pres. Aloha Literary Society Glee Club Class Poet E. B. D. Editor in Chief of Omnannus ’Of making books there is no end And much study is a weariness of the flesh. Mentor (Class CECIL G. BOLTON Scientific Football (3) (4) Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4) Track (1) (2) (3) (4) Vice President (4) 1 dare to do all that may become a man. MARGARET ZOE BRAGG English President (1) (2) (3) Class Prophet Omnannus Staff D. L. T “Whence are thy wooings gentle Zoe? Thou hast a Naiad’s charm. 16 aljr (Omnamuts CLARISSA CARBINE Commercial “She’s here, because she’s here. Why? Because she’s here.” Junior Class WILLARD WARWICK CARPY English Glee Club L. H. S. “Echoes” Omnannus Staff Class knccker E. B. D. “Beware his sting. He is no respector of persons.” cTlir ©mnamuts 17 PAUL HENRY CROUTER Scientific Oratorical Contest Debate «The language lacketh words enough to tell the wonders. Mentor Class A. D. DAVIS Commercial Track (3) (4) Thy modesty’s too great a part of thee. She does not work by halves. 18 Cllir (Omnantuts MAUD ELMA LEADSWORTH Classical Dramatic Contest Sec. and Treas. (1) (2) (3) D. L. T. And Maud is as true as Maud is sweet. RUTH ALICE GHORMLEY Scientific Sec. Tillicum Lit. Society Debate Class Will Omnannus Staff Let me have men about me that are fat. Junior Class DELLA KINDRED Classical Laughter is the solace of the sad. 0,tjr (jjhtmatnntg 19 jentor Class ERASTUS S. F1XT0N Scientific Debate The best is always done up in the smallest packages.'1 LEE EDWARD REYNOLDS Scientific Football (3) (4) Mgr. (4) Basketball (3) (4) Track (3) (4) Sec. and Treas. (4) Business Manager Omnannus E. B. D. For he’s so open hearted, you may know His own most secret thoughts and others, too. 20 dir ODmnamuiB HARLEY HAMOR RICHARDSON Scientific Omnannus Staff President (4) Glee Club L. H. S. Echoes E. B. D. This is the prince of leeches; fever, plague, cold rheum and hot padogra do but look on him and quit their grasp upon the tortured sinews. fertior Class HELEN GILMAN RICHARDSON Scientific Gently comes the world to those That are cast in gentle mold. EDWARD GEORGE RIESLAND Scientific 1 never felt the kiss of love nor maiden hand in mine. GDmttamtuB 21 AVERY ROY ROBERTS Scientific Basketball (4) Track (4) Omnannus Staff Glee Club His memory long will live alone in all our hearts. Mentor Class JOHN LOUI3 RUBY Scientific Glee Club E. B. D. That gentleness which, when it weds with manhood makes a man. ANNA LOUISE TOP Ulassical Basketball (3) (4) Captain (4) She thinks twice before she speaks, then speaks to herself. 22 GJljr GDmnamutB 23 aljr (0mnamtUB JAY MILLERING Track [1] [2] [3] [4] 1 soar, and soar, and —then I soar some more. 24 a he (Omnattmta (Class JHtstoru Hulda E. Anderson, Class Historian. On a bright sunny morning in September, 1900, a casual observer might have seen a pudgy little figure attried in a pink sank apron and a white sunbonnet, carrying under her arm a primer and a two-by-four slate, trudge out of a residence in west La Grande and with a feeling of uncer- tainty climb the hill to be initiated into the mysteries of school life. To her, that big brick building looked rather ominous and foreboding, but pressing her books firmly to her heart with her chubby hands, and gulping bravely, she entered the big hall. A kind lady took her by the hand and asked her name. For a few moments the awful confusion made her forget, but suddenly she remembered that the folks at home called her Runie. After that, things happened in rapid succession and without ceremony. Runa found herself seated in the same seat with a little golden-haired girl who after several shy glances at her companion by way of become acquainted ventured the information that her name was Helen. After the newness wore off, Runa began to learn. She learned her a-b-c’s; she learned that two and two make four, but more important she learned that John, the boy who sat in front of her, was making faces for her sole amusement and that Cecil was kicking her through the crack in the seat only to let her know he was there. There were other things to perplex the little mind in this new realm. Who knows with what feeling of resent- ment Runa withstood teacher’s scoldings,—with what grow- ing jealousy she eyed Ruth and Hazel, who sat across the aisle from her,—what, though they always had their noses poked in books—was that any sign they should be “teacher’s pets?” However, in a few weeks the routine of school life was thoroughly learned and the days flew swiftly by until June came and with it, vacation. And then almost before they were aware the opening of the school year, 1901, was upon them. When, to this little band, the charter members of the class of 1912, three new members were added, Hilda Anthony, Hulda Anderson and Lee Reynolds. In 1902. Clara Carbine, Harley Richardson, Willard aljr (Omttamuts 25 Carpy, Anita Worth and Maude Leadsworth joined the class. They were followed in 1904 by Zoe Bragg, Della Kin- dred and Eddie Reisland. This little brigade “bound for the top,” earnestly pur- sued their studies, passed the eighth grade examination and entered high school in September, 1908. On the nineteenth of October of the same year the class of 1912 with thirty-eight members was duly organized. After the trials and tribulations of freshman life, these embryo “grads” developed into dignified “Sophs,” who be- ing reinforced by Merlin Batley, James Corbett, Ethel Wil- son, Edditli Wilson and Ruth Ghormley, compelled the class of ’13 to do obeisance to their desires. In a short space of time the learning of this class waxed great and there emerged upon the world and their unsus- pecting friends, the all-powerful Juniors. Later in the year when they made their triumphal entry into the new high school building, Pluma Moss, Ray Couch, Dee Davis and Anna Top, Juniors in Island City, came to La Grande to cast their lo,t with this rapidly growing band. During this year the class of ’12 began to figure prominently in ath- letics and in all literary and social activities, the crowning feature of the year being the banquet given the Seniors. At the beginning of the Senior year the number on the class roll was increased to thirty-one by the addition of five members, Myrtle Edwards, Rebecca Williamson, Paul Crouter, Avery Roberts and Erastus Pixton. During the second semester, however, Ruth Cotner was compelled, on account of prolonged illness, to discontinue her work, much to the regret of her classmates. With Harley Richardson as president, Cecil Bolton as vice-president and Lee Reynolds as secretary and treasurer, work has progressed rapidly. As the year draws to a close many results are in evidence—the most marked of which is the successful supervision of the publication of the first annual ever issued by La Grande High. The Class of 1912 may well be proud of its achievements and of the place it has made for itself in the history of the school. When the scarlet and black is unfurled may it be not only the lode-star for future classes, but a cynosure upon which the alumni “may gaze with admiration forever.” 26 t£l|r GDmnanmtfl 'tHljo, mtft 'tHliu Willard Carpy. It was during one of the worst storms Alaska had ever known, that I sat alone in my cabin one night trying to solve the problem of existence. I thought of by-gone days and the many changes that had taken place among my classmates in La Grande; earnestly I hoped that some day I might see them again. Here was I in the far north, alone and without dust enough to carry me through the week. Something must be done. Glacing around, my eyes fell upon my old scrap book, so highly treasured when I was a senior in L. H. S. An inspiration seized me. In my trunk was a mirroscope which I had never unpacked. “Tomorrow night,” said I to myself, “I will give an entertainment at the town hall en- titled, “Who’s Who—And Why.” I immediately set to work making posters and other necessary arrangements. The next night was still stormy, but the miners came from far and near. Some alone and others with their families. The hall was crowded to the very door and once inside the warm room, every one be- came oblivious to the raging storm without. “Ladies and Gentlemen,” I began, “we will open the eve- ning’s entertainment with a very rare picture. It was difficult to find a camera capable of photographing such a rapidly moving object. The picture on the curtain is that of ‘Hots’ Richardson, the President of the Class of 1912, beating it to the engine room at a pace that would take a place in a Tri-State meet.” As the picture was thrown upon the screen one of the miners remarked, “Gee! but he’s got the stride of a Dan Kelly.” “This is a picture of Dee Davis and John Ruby. They are making their escape through the window of the locker room. It is April and they are answering the call of the meadow larks. But retribution was swift and sure. It came in the form of an extra hour every night for two weeks. Which proves the old saying, ‘The race is not al- ways to the swift.’ “Here we have a picture of Hilda Anthony making her debut as an accompanist before a large and enthusiastic audience. The occasion was the first appearance in La Grande of ‘The Wandering Minstrel.’ High above the piano idjr (fltmtamtuH 27 accompaniment, rang the soul like notes of ‘When You and I Were Young, Maggie.’ The house, I remember, was spell- bound and those who were fortunate enough to hear this renowned couple, will carry the memory of it through life. “The next picture is not very distinct, because it is ob- scured by a cloud of dust. But if you will observe carefully, you will see a red hat and beneath that hat you will see Pluma Moss on her fiery stead, galloping up Fourth street. Notice, too, the number of freshmen perched for safety upon nearby fences; for Pluma never turned out of the road for a rook or a chicken. “I will now put upon the screen a picture of Ed Reisland and Jim Corbett. The sciences were a joke to Reisland, but he had no desire to be an historian or a man of letters. To Corbett, everything was a joke. The picture shows them in English Lit. Exam. Reisland is telegraphing the signal of distress to Corbett, who wires back, ‘Nothing doing.’ “This picture shows two of my classmates at a very criti- cal moment.” “Will they make it?” some one in the audience shouted. “Yes, they made it, but it was a hard pull. Ruth Ghormley is the one in the lead and Hulda Anderson is a close second. They are actually entering the high school before nine o’clock. “You may think, ladies and gentlemen, that this is simply a picture of a typewriter, but Clara Carbine is hidden behind it. She positively refused to spare the time for being photo- graphed. Even a box of parrot sticks failed to tempt her. “I regret exceedingly that I have not a more recent pic- ture of Maude Elma Leadsworth, the great tragedienne of L. H. S. It was her ambition to pose as Juliet. Then she changed her mind and decided that she would pose as Portia and just as the photographer was ready to take her picture, she suddenly began giving the ‘The Burgomaster’s Death,’ which so frightened the poor man that he dashed out of the door and has never been seen or heard of since. This is a picture of her in her freshman year. Notice Web- ster’s International in her right arm and Peter Rabbit, Mother Goose Rhymes and Alice in Wonderland, in her left. She was a voracious reader and the star scholar in our bunch. I can assure you we were duly proud of her. “This back-to-nature study is entitled, ‘Among the Blos- soms.’ It is not a daisy as you would suppose, but Merlin Batley studying botany and using a Top Notch Magazine as a reference book. “Now comes the picture of Anita Worth giving an ex- 28 GDimtannua hibition of speed in a talking contest. She is defending her title to the championship of the world. Her record, which is still unbroken, is 272 words per minute. “This is a little pastoral scene. Notice the wild looking cow that Kid Corpe is holding by the horns, while Jay Millering is pumping the lacteal fluid into his big black Stetson. After refreshing themselves, they sauntered off to the old swimming hole. “Here we have a picture of ‘Banty Pixton surrounded by a bevy of inconsolable freshman girls, who hover around him as the bees gather around the honeysuckle. ‘Banty’ is consoling them over the fact that he will not be with them next year. “This shows Hazel Young, Della Kindred and Rebecca Williamson arriving at the high school ‘Just as the Sun Went Down.’ Too late! After eating their lunch for supper, they turned and wearily wended their way homeward. “This scene was not an unusual one in my school days. It shows Myrtle Edwards, Edith and Ethel Wilson being implored by our own eloquent janitor to leave the high school building. But they are so engrossed with their studies, they refuse to go. But when, with tears in his eyes and a voice trembling with emotion, he tells them he is out of tobacco, they reluctantly consent and the big doors close behind them. “This is a picture of Helen Richardson, who was con- sidered the most promising of all the girls in the Domestic Science class. Not because she accomplished things, but be- cause she had unbounded faith that in the course of time, the fates being favorable, she might learn the art of washing dishes. For this she labored and waited, but all in vain. “The portrait I will now put upon the screen, is a very good likeness of Cecil Bolton, who, although a graduate of L. H. S., never in reality ceased to be a freshman. His creed seemed to be— A freshman born and a freshman bred And a freshman till I die; Four years I’ve spent in the freshman class, And I’ll eat all the freshman pie. “This picture, ladies and gentlemen, is not Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch, but Runa Bacon of the high school. Their philosophy, however, was the same, ‘Mid the mud and scum of things, something always, always sings.’ The picture shows Runa entering the Latin class full of joy at the prospect of a test. “Do not mistake this for a love scene. It shows Paul (TIjp (Dmnmutua ______________ 29 Crouter pleading his case before a member of the faculty. He is trying to convince her that he is a perfect gentleman. His argument is that all gentlemen chew gum. He chews gum, therefore he is a gentleman. (—Q. E. D.). “I took this flash light one evening at 6:45 p. m., in the L. H. S. gym. The girl is Anna Top. After the game at 4 o’clock, all the basket ball girls, except Anna, had gone home. She still remained throwing baskets hour after hour, before an imaginary audience. The patient janitor fre- quently informed her of the lateness of the hour, but his words fell upon deaf ears. She still threw on and on. No one ever knew how late she stayed. “Opening the door of the laboratory one morning, I came unexpectedly upon the following scene. Having my camera with me, I made good use of it. The girl here is Zoe Bragg. She is making a leap year proposal to Avery Roberts. She insists that he shall promise to obey, which he willingly agrees to do, vowing upon his honor never to Bragg about “We have now come to the last picture of the Class of 1912 of the La Grande High School. It shows Lee ‘Ebenezer’ Reynolds making his famous speech at Elgin. He was a mere youth at the time and yet his eloquence startled the universe: In the banquet hall beside the hoard, Our colors to the breeze unfurled. Here once our football farmer stood And fired the speech heard ’round the world. “This closes the evening’s entertainment, ladies and gen- tlemen. I thank you.” 30 ahr (Omnamtus Class |JropI{ccu Zoe Bragg. On the Holland American line the Maritania was slowly plowing its way to New York harbor. The fresh sea breeze, which indicated that the fog was rising and land near, had drawn many passengers on deck, all expectant and eager to catch the first glimpse of land. In the crowd that was surg- ing to and fro one woman was particularly noticeable. She was of refined and interesting demeanor and wore an ex- pression that indicated the joy and pleasure one experiences upon his return to the home land after several years abroad. When the mast-head sounded the cry of “land,” she leaned forward from among the throng to scan the faces on the pier. At last she saw the wished for friend and waved re- peated salutations. At the call of “Ship Ahoy” from the captain the plank was dropped and she crowded her way through the seething mass to embrace the chum of her girl- hood days, whom I had already recognized as Mrs. Buna Bacon Pixton, the wife of a prominent Chicago attorney. After the usual interchange of greetings between Mrs. Pixton and her friends, whom she called Hilda, they were hurried away to the Waldorf, where that night they are to be entertained by another L. H. S. classmate, James Corbett, president of the Harriman system. Six o’clock found the three at dinner talking over olden times and friends in general and gathering from each other bits of school gossip. Hilda told of her experiences in study and travel in Europe, and among many interesting things she mentioned that while in Berlin a few months before she had had a very pleasant visit at the home of the former Helen Richardson. From Runa she learned that Anita Worth, United States Senator from Oregon, had, by means of her eloquence, so swayed congress as to secure the passage of a bill estab- lishing a National Forest Reserve in the Blue Mountains. After dinner they went to hear Anna Top and her grand opera company in “II Trovatore.” The next morning with a promise from James to meet them in the West in a few weeks, the girls left for La Grande, Hilda to visit at her home; Mrs. Pixton to visit old friends and attend the reunion of the 1912 alumni. When they left the train in La Grande, they were ac- aljr (OmnmuuiH 31 costed by a reporter whom they recognized as Willard Carpy. He told them that he was the local reporter for the La Grande Evening Observer, now edited by Paul Crouter. Although Hilda had been gone twelve years, in which time La Grande had increased to a thriving city of thirty thousand she still noticed several familiar places as she, Runa, and Dr. Bacon, who had met them at the train, passed down Depot street. He drew their attention to the sign, “John Ruby, D. D. S., Painless Dentistry a Specialty,” on one of the large office buildings. He explained that John had recently married Myrtle Edwards. A block farther down they saw the sign, “Hair-dressing Parlor, Misses Eddith and Ethel Wilson.” p In a short time Hilda had acquainted herself with many of her former friends. Cecil Bolton she learned was con- ducting a very popular dancing school; and Ruth Ghormley had recently left for Manchuria, China, where she had been appointed Y. W. C. A. secretary. One day upon entering a street car, on her way to the high school,' she met Merlin Batley, conductor of the car. In their talk about classmates and school days, Merlin mentioned that Harley Richardson was in Panama, where he was investigating the effect of mosquitoes on malaria fever. Avery Roberts, he said, had for a number of years been engaged in civil engineering work in Cuba, but at present was superintending the building of a line from Cuba to Key West. As she left the car for the high school, she noticed the advertisements of Ringling Brothers’ Circus. The posters bore the name of Pluma Moss, their famous bare-back rider. Upon entering the building Hilda found many changes. Dee Davis, the principal, showed her the many improve- ments that had been made. While on this tour of inspec- tion Hilda saw Rebecca Williams, who had charge of the Department of History, and Hazel Young of English, Clara Carbine, Dee explained, had for years been with them, hut now she had charge of the commercial department of the Portland high school. On their way down stairs Hilda was not a little surprised to see Lee Reynolds sweeping the hall. After cordially greeting her and talking of olden times he invited her to go to the Arcade Theatre with him and wife, whom he ex- plained was Della Kindred. Hilda gladly accepted the in- vitation for the Arcade had been one of her favorite haunts in school days. On their way to the Arcade, Lee told them that Eddie 32 (Tljr (OimunmuB Reisland, who had married Maude Leadsworth, now owned the place. At the door Hilda saw for the first time since her return her old friend Maude. After warmly greeting them, Hilda in particular, Maude led them to their seats while the soft tones of Kilarney floated to them. The sweet voice sounded familiar to Hilda and when she looked toward the stage she beheld Hulda Anderson. After a few pleasant weeks which seemed all too short, Hilda left for Boston, where she was to fill some engage- ments with the Theodore Lyceum Bureau during the 1924- 1925 season. JKrnt What is the depth of ocean when compared To the profundity of human thought? The wonder that an eagle’s flight inspires Is meaningless to one while pondering About the soaring of a mighty mind On wings of fancy thru zones of cloud and star, Surrounded by infinity of Thought, Expressible by words light-winged as air, The words melodious that make the birds, Thru envy and thru rivalry, to sing Ecstatically forgetting all but song In an attempt to drown the melodies Of man so fraught with thought as well as strains Of music sweeter than Apollo’s lyre. The dream-spots leafy, watery, and calm That bring repose of body equal not The word-dreams linked with rhythmic melody— The Dreams-in-words that sever us from Earth And all its care and leave us free to roam With Soul alone in realms of quiet thought Where everywhere is Beauty, Light and Life. 0 Man! thou mortal born mid mystery And dying, going to the vast unknown, Thou art the sign of Immortality— The medium thru which the light of Hope Does shine illumining what thou hast wrought. —Milton Stoddard alir ©mttamwa 33 Class 3®ill Ruth Alice Ghormley. We, the grand old Seniors of 1912, having reached ma- turity in years and wisdom, being void of all egotism (with a few exceptions) and being of sound and disposing mind, do hereby make our last will and testament, gener- ously bequeathing our worldly possessions as follows: I irst, we direct and demand that all our just debts and funeral expenses be paid as soon as possible by the faculty. We leave to the Junior class our room made cheerful and pleasant by the happy, winning smiles and delightful little scoldings of our beloved teacher; and we hope the future occupants will not annoy her as we have done, by chasing back to the room after necessary supplies (or un- necessary, as the case may be), after they have once left it, as this was the source of a lengthy sermon daily, until cer- tain rebellious, stubborn members were finally broken of the habit. Paul Crouter desires that his dazzling smile be divided equally among the host of Junior girls who are sure to receive, even small bits, with enthusiasm. Hilda Anthony hereby announces her reformation and parts with her well known penchant for flirting in favor of Nellie Hills. James Corbett requests that his mania for cigarettes be left to Mr. Mausager, who he is sure will readily adapt him- self to this new possession. Eddith and Ethel Wilson leave their studious dignified behavior to “Si” Rohan and Alice Hill. We hope that by easy degrees they may learn to appropriate it. To Olive Massee, president of the Junior class, we be- queath the trials and tribulations of Harley Richardson in endeavoring to keep enough members present at one place and time to carry on a class meeting; and together with our condolences we do hereby will and bequeath, to any Junior capable of receiving it, Merlin Batley’s ability to do all the talking in the aforesaid meetings. Della Kindred leaves her ability to get to school on time to Milton Stoddard. Dee Davis leaves his eight feet, two and one-half inches to Kenneth Carpy, hoping the change will not be too great a shock. 34 (Dmnamuta Upon some poor overworked Junior, such as Hal Boh- nenkamp, Cecil Bolton’s ability to cut classes is bestowed. We do will and bequeath Lee Reynolds’ habit of blush- ing when winked at by the girls to Victor Melville, feeling that the art will not be difficult for him to acquire. To some pessimistic Junior, Anna Top’s gift as class knocker is given. Erastus (Banty) firmly refuses to part with any of his possessions. We are ashamed that this should be the case, but then—he is so small either way you want to take him. Hulda Anderson has been generous enough to allow us to will to Bessie Brown her beloved Virgil. Bess will then be doubly blest. To the Freshmen, a supply of “radium” prepared by Avery Roberts, to light them through their dark and treach- erous journey through L. II. S. Runa Bacon, the Angel Child of our class, requests that we leave to Mary Pennington all her demerits—which are growing more numerous as the days go by. Ruth Ghormley requests that her love for talking in the halls during periods that she is supposed to be studying be given to Mr. Mansager, as she knows his envy of her pleas- ure is the only reason he scolded her for it. We tho’t some one would have a valuable legacy in the possession of Reba’s Domestic Science receipts, but, she says, “I must keep them, otherwise I couldn’t get Dee’s meals.” Eddie Riesland and Harley Richardson, the chemistry “bugs,” desire to leave their method of cooking eggs in lab- to next year’s chemistry class. Anita Worth bequeaths her “gift of gab” to be dis- tributed among those Junior girls who are afflicted by hav- ing their tongues stationary at one end. They can take all they need and there will still be a good supply for the Sophs and Freshies. John Ruby and Willard Carpy leave their hard-earned diplomas to the faculty, on condition that they will have them framed and hung in the Senior room for the encour- agement of posterity. Helen Richardson leaves her ability in German to Roy Couch, hoping he will be inspired with love for it as she has been. To the Sophs, to be distributed where most needed: Anna Top’s class spirit, Zoe Bragg’s shy (I guess not shy) coquettish glances, Hilda Anthony’s beauty, Maud Leads- worth’s sweetness, Runa Bacon’s cuteness, Merlin Batley’s ahf (O nummum 35 “I,” Myrtle Edward’s studiousness, Pluma Moss’ grade in Physics and Hazel Young’s sweet disposition. Clara Carbine generously bequeaths her chamois skin and rouge to Mary Pennington. To Miss Allen we bequeath our literary talents, which is no small legacy as is indicated by this, our first H. S. Annual. We leave to be divided equally between Mrs. Common and Miss Macmillan all the “wads” of gum that can be found sticking to the desks of the Seniors—especially Jim’s and Harley’s. To Miss Koch we do will and bequeath Milton Stoddard’s wisdom in politics. Milton is not a Senior, but being a mem- ber of our Civics class, we have realized what this posses- sion would mean to Miss Koch, and have succeeded in securing it for her. To Mr. Montgomery our Chemistry lab. note books. They doubtless contain information that will be of much value to him. For example, Avery Roberts’ book contains an easy method of preparing “radium,” a substance which costs millions of dollars a pound. To Mr. McEachran we do will one dozen large bottles of hair tonic, not for his own use however. The long brown hairs found upon his shoulder by members of the Manual Training class, suggests the appropriateness of this gift. We hereby request that Miss Angst prepare fitting and proper dirges to be rendered as we pass through the last gap to be forever classed in the historical past of L. H. S., said dirges to be of a nature to inspire the departed to their best efforts in the great future; and be it further resolved, as a reward for the faithful execution of this task, Miss Angst is to receive our old worn out music, wdiistles and any little music ability we may possess. The Domestic Science girls of our class leave to Miss Fruit their heart-felt gratitude for her teaching them how' to prepare dainty dishes, such as potato soup, macaroni and cheese, fish balls, fried potatoes, etc. And finally we bequeath our Senior dignity to the Juniors who must succeed us on the long, toilsome road to the goal. May they cherish and guard it sacredly as we have done, that they may enjoy all the privileges granted to Seniors of dignity. Having hereby disposed of our w'orldly wealth without partiality to any one and according to our usual infallible wisdom, we do here and now appoint Prof. J. D. Stout sole 36 a hr (Omnamuis executor and administrator of said estate, feeling sure that no one will envy him this great responsibility. And we do hereby require that Prof. Epling be counsel of the administrator and keep complete and copious notes of all proceedings and actions taken herewith and all final accounts to he reviewed and checked by said Prof. Epling. Hereto we set our hand and seal. Done in the Senior room of the La Grande High School, City of La Grande, State of Oregon, this first day of May, Anno Domini, one thousand nine hundred and twelve. -----------------------------o-------- tEhr Call of Spring My soul it heard the call. My thoughts became released and free from wordly things; My fancy knew no paths nor limitations—all Mv sadder musings left me—wondrous happenings Did fill me with a rapturous joy ineffable, Which, when ’twas nascent, with a glad astonishment Made soul of me o’er flow with thoughts that did impell My higher being to sympathy with that which went, Like flower odors which the waiting breezes take, With sweet command, reverberated by the birds, Whose songs of magic power made dormant soul awake Within the flowers that spoke in those far-meaning words— Words inarticulate, and yet by Nature voiced So strong that trees, responsive to the beauty wild, Did dress in leafy robes to show that they rejoiced; And flowers borrowed hues from Rainbow, who beguiled A million just last year; but they so innocent Saw not false promises, till came the fateful Fall And gently stole the colors Rainbow lately sent And the beauty died that Flowers thought perpetual. The sun participating in the joyousness Leaped down to frolic with the wave that ever tried To cease their dance in tranquil, idle levelness, But ’twas in vain, for the impulse of life could not be denied, So they ran and dashed to demonstrate their gayety. The grass, enraptured with the siren song, that gives A beauty to the air, came forth, as if aglee To be a part of that which more than lives. The clouds in rivalry did stretch and roll and float To baffle and perplex, by forms that change and change, The myriad upward gazing eyes so far remote From these so wanton clouds, so simply, grandly strange. —Milton A. Stoddard 37 u,hr (Dnutamuts 3|uutnrs (©fficrrs Olive Massee Milton Stoddard Mary Penington Serena Rohan Colors, Green and White President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Adler, Ruth Arbuckle, Nora Bean, Irma Billings, Ida Bohnenkamp, Hal Brown, Bessie Carpy, Kenneth Chapman, Alethia Corpe, Jam s Couch, Roy' Currey, Helen £oll Gilman, Gorden Golden, Zoe Hill, Alice Hills, Nellie Kiddle, Fred Kirtley, Naomi Leffel, Thelma Massee, Olive Michaelson, Amelia Milligan, Faye Moss, Muriel Moss, Lema Pearson, Ethel Penington, Mary Perryman, Blanche Ralston, Russell Rohan, Serena Stewart, Colon Stillwell, Carrie Stoddard, Milton Vehrs, Ernest Wheatley, Christine 38 afyr (Omnamuis Soplmmorrs Officers President . Vice-President .... Secretary and Treasurer Colors, Purple and Gold Ethel Wright Marie Bolton John Schofield Kali Bartlett, Kenneth Beck, Paul Bohnenkamp, Lynne Bolton, Marie Bush, Milred Carroll, Morgan Casey, John Eckley, Victor Gekeler, Kenneth” Golden, Arthur Graham, Lawrence Happersett, Florence Harris, Eva Hart, Ruth Johnson, Mabel Johnson, Oscar Jones, Charlotte Kenneda, Eunice Klintworth, Mamie Knowles, Inez Young, Lena Leffell, Homer McAnish, John Pickens, Grace Procter, Henry Schofield, John Smith, Miriam Snider, Mayme Stoddard, Bessy Weaver, Edith Wright, Ethel altr (0 nuta unus 39 freshmen President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer GDfficcrg Blanche Black Howard Geddes Lenore Hughey Leona Newlin (jHaneagcr’a jFreslmmt Andis, Fay Black. Blanche Blystone, Zena Boie, Adelia Boie, Clara Bull, Ivy Carbine, Grace Caviness, Raymond Colomb, Tophida Cotner, Eva Crawley, Alvah Earl, Courtney £oli Day, May Newton, Harold Eaton, Florence Perryman, Edna Herron, Florence Richardson, Hazel Huff, Arthur Rosenbaum, Pearl Hughey, Lenore Scott, Gladys Joel, Vera Smith, Helen King, Loelete Snider, Ester Lambert, Clarence Snider, Neva Lottes, Emma Stoddard, Lester McLachlin, Florence Taylor, Ruth Miller, Gladys Thompson, Mary Nelson, Alma Woodruff, Ruth Young, Walter 40 a hr (Onutamutfl Colors, Light Blue and Yellow Motto: Green but Growing Jfreshnmt -Jiliss iUleit’s jFreslmtnt Ash, Minnie Burke, Leo Chandler, Loyd Cole, Lela Currey, Carol Eckley, Moody Evans, Lawrence Fraser, Christine Fraser, Mabelle Geddes, Fern Greene, Rex Holl Hamilton, Lila Herr, Frieda Johnson, Annetta Kammerer, Arleigh Larson, Lynne McDonald, Helen McDonald, Lillian McKinley, Muriel Metcalf, Gladys Millering, Eugene Moenkhouse, Fred Wright, Kyle Murrey, Farrell Newlin, Leona Oesterling, Wilma Pattison, Robbie Pierce, Loyd Reynolds, Earl Shaw, Muriel Snook, Marjorie Swalberg, Leah Tucker, Shirleigh Westerling, Myrton Adler, Hallie; ’ll Eaton, Zazel; ’ll (irafruates Lottes, Fritz; ’ll Pickens, Nellie; ’10 Neill, May; ’ll Smith, Sarah; ’10 Stanchfield, Enid; ’ll a hr (Dnutmttuts 41 Our Classes Artistic Attempts and Literary Laughabilities By MILTON A. STODDARD vtshmm RESHMEN are not fresh men, but fresh kids. They blend most with the natural scenery in spring as verdure is their predominating character- istic. Their every movement is watched not on account of any fascination or attractive- ness, as the Ruxe themselves think, but as insane-asylum wardens watch their patients, fearing some new outburst of demented enthusiasm. Well, in tears, I say that the class of Nineteen fifteen will someday be Seniors. Only by the wildest flight of imagina- tion can this be conceived by such doubting minds as ours, because to see these miniature Knights of Verdure, with seemingly human movements of body, but with infant-like movements of mind, seems to kill all prophecy in their half. Jfreslitr Bir e Study, study everywhere While all our minds do shrink Study, study everywhere Until we cannot think. 42 (Tljr (Omnamuui j jphmnorss 7j( FIND that my old friend, Dick Shunary, says that sophomorical means “inflated in style or manner.” Richard, we thank thee that thou hast led us out of our darkness by giving us a characterization of these human baby-baloons that seem to attend our school when they are not busy in- creasing their size with the bicycle pump of self-laudation. Yes, “inflated in style or manner, but soon they will awaken from their dream of illusion and find they have sat on the tack of realization and have been punctured—what a sad, sorry sight to see such senseless, silly, somniant sim- pletons so suddenly surprised and summoned by stern sensi- bleness into the land of laud- able, loving, lively lads and lassies—who har herehunder heard how-holy, helpful, hope- ful, high minded, hungry hafter health, honesty, hand high hideals, honorable hind- ered by thim who haint. j5 0pl]tmtore Hag Day after day, day after day, We loaf with true devotion; As idle as Jim Corbett there To work we’ve not a notion. alje (Omttamuta 43 Rumors NDOUDTEDLY the word Junior is derived from June. “And what is so rare as a day in June?” Likewise Juniors are rarities—Juniors, full of all the animating, stim- u 1 a t i n g, gloom-annihilating air of June—Juniors, who drink the air of June as do the flower s—J u n i o r s, whose thoughts have no less limits than a day in June—Juniors, with eyes aglow with life as the blades of grass are aglisten with the dew, on which rests only the purest sunlight sifted and strained thru the myriad o’er bending leaves—Juniors with movements as easy and care-free as the grass that sways in the summer breeze- juniors, the human manifesta- tion of nature’s June, the transformation of the Soul of a June Day into a Human Body—Juniors, 0 Juniors, vi- brant with the spirit of June, alive with life of the flower, thrilling with intense joy of of mere physical existence, en- raptured with the privilege of being, grateful as shown in the doing. JJumors He passeth best, who worketh best In studies great and small; For if we fail to work we’ll just Be passing in the hall. 44 ai)? (Dmnamuta £ miavs ENIOR, by the Latin dup- licity of meaning, means “too old.” Yes, Seniors, you are too old in wisdom for these, our schools, so we are sending you to more appreciative localities, where you can hide behind your diplomas to conceal be- trayal by your faces. Farewell! Seniors! always avoid those things that make life worth leaving, and love thy neighbor as thyself—pro- vided she is a pretty girl (for the boys) and he a pretty boy (for the girls.) jentor The Senior old, whose lights are dim Whose work is know no more Is gone; and now the Junior bright Turns in the Senior’s door. ahr (Dmttmuuts 45 Search Jfor pearls Maud Leadsworth, ’12. Jack Medford and Dick Howard were enjoying a smoke on the cool veranda of the Medford residence one afternoon in late summer. The two young men were about the same age, and had been bosom friends from boyhood until about a year and a half previous to the time of the story. The cause of the estrangement was Dick’s falling desperately in love with Helen Deering, and later marrying her. Jack was deeply wounded and had never ceased to make sarcastic remarks within his friend’s hearing about a man “who was always camping on a woman’s dress tail.” Dick received it all bravely, eveq smilingly, for well he knew that “the last laugh is always the best.” The afternoon was too hazy and sleepy to encourage conversation, but finally Dick broke the silence to ask about the masquerade ball, which the Merediths were to give at their summer home, a few miles from town, as a grand finale to their fortnight house party. “Suppose you are going to the ball tomorrow evening?” “O yes, I suppose so, there isn’t anything else to do, and Mrs. Meredith will be offended if I don’t go. Don’t see what they invited me for, when they know I abhor such affairs. Have to go out there and roast a whole evening. Delightful prospect.” “0 come, old man, it’s not so bad as that. Helen says it will be jolly. She’s going to represent Cinderella and I’m to be the Prince. Have you condescended to think up a rig, or do you want me to know?” “I guess I’ll dig out that costume I got for the last mas- querade we had at the college. It’s supposed to belong to Sir Walter Raleigh or some one like that. If Walter felt as foolish in it as I do, he has my sympathy. Hello! here comes that Wellington girl. She’s another one who doesn’t know anv more than the law allows.” “Do you think so?” interrupted Dick knowingly, “Helen thinks Miss Wellington is about right. The trouble with you, you don’t lead her out. ‘He who would search tor pearls must dive below.’ ” “That’s what you did with Helen, I suppose.” 46 a hr (Dnutaumtfi “Oh, no, Helen had to do the diving in our case. Tell you what it took some grit, too, to find the pearls in my make up, but Helen always was persevering.” “Yes, I know, but hasn’t she a middle name you could call her by awhile? I’ve always been told that the con- tinuous repetition of a sound would cause deafness. You needn’t think because 3 011’ve thrown your heart at Mrs. Howard’s feet I’m prepared to sacrifice my ears.” “Well, so long, Sour Grapes, I’m going where there’s some one a little more congenial. See you tomorrow night.” Sir Walter Raleigh was standing by the window of the ball room wondering whom he should try next. Queen Elizabeth had two-stepped when she should have waltzed; the Empress Josephine had trodden upon his sensitive foot; he eyed the bruised member meditatively; Queen Mary was a regular—. His revere was interrupted by a slap on the shoulder and the Prince’s voice in mock sympathy and con- solation. “Too bad, old chap, but as usual you are searching for pearls among those who wear them dangling on the outside. Suppose you try some one of a more humble mien. Let me suggest little Bo-peep. She’s a peach! I’ve danced twice with her already, and that’s pretty good for a married man.” The Prince passed on leaving Sir Raleigh frowning. He had half a notion to “beat it” home, no one would miss him. But, no, by jinks! he’d stick it out a while longer; he’d try the shepherdess and then if she too proved impossible, he’d relieve the crowd of his company. Bo-peep stood the test to his great satisfaction. The second dance they sat out—out on the veranda in the moon- light. They talked first of the common-place, but finally the conversation turned to college days. At the discovery that she was a Radcliffe girl and that he belonged to the Harvard bunch they shook hands rapturously. After that they seemed like old friends and they were not at all surprised when their seventh dance found them seated for the fourth time in the cool garden. The sound of the music was wafted faintly to their ears on the gentle breeze; overhead a honeysuckle climbed bravely through the limbs of an old oak; nearby, the waters of a fountain tinkled and bubbled in mimic delight; some- where in the garden, a bird sang a few sleepy notes; over all, the moon kept watch, climbing higher and higher, his full round face smiling down, lulling everything to repose. For a time these young people were lost to the world in 2,lic (Omnamutfl 47 their own reveries, but the shout of a masked reveller brought them back from dreamland with a start. “How can anyone make such a noise on a night like this? It seems as if one should almost whisper.” Jack Medford had never in his life before expressed such a thought and when it was out, he wanted to put his fingers in his ears to shut out the laugh that he was sure would follow. . But the girl beside him didn’t laugh. “That s just what I was thinking. I remember one other night just like this. I was at Radcliffe and we girls had a secret feed on the campus. I didn’t enjoy it a bit for I felt just as I used to feel after I had bought candy with my donation money and had eaten it in church.” He laughed softly. “Did you do that, too? Some how as a kid the heathen never seemed to appeal to me. I al- ways preferred the candy. What year did you say you were at Radcliffe?” “I don’t .think I said.” “Well, suppose you say now, and you might add your name to the other information.” “I was there in five and six,” she ventured. “You don’t say! Why that’s the year I graduated. Strange we have never met before.” “I was thinking we had, Mr. Medford.” “Ahem! you seem to have the advantage of me. If I have to guess who you are, you might at least give me a few pointers. When and where did we meet?” “Dear me! Do you expect me to remember that? I’m sure I haven’t the least idea. I probably met a dozen other young men the same evening I met you. Doubtless some of them were quite as distinguished, too.” “Oh, you needn’t rub it in. I was only hoping that I might have impressed you half as strongly as you have me tonight. In that case, you couldn’t forget.” “Indeed!” “Yes, I shall not soon forget this meeting, nor will you, for I don’t intend to let you. Come now, aren’t you going to tell me your name?” “Certainly not.” “Why not?” “Well, why should I?” “There are a great many more reasons why you should than why you should not; but I’m not going to argue. Have you forgotten that we unmask at twelve and that then you can’t keep it from me?” 48 (The (Onutamuts “No, I’ve not forgotten that we unmask at twelve and that I leave here at eleven thirty. It must be almost that time now. Yes, there is the maid coming for me. Good night, Sir Raleigh,” and Bo-peep hurried away without even so much as glancing back. Sir Raleigh started after her. But before he could collect himself Bo-peep had entered her carriage and was being borne away to—. Oh, if he only knew! “If I only knew her name,” he thought, “but of course I can easily find that out from Mrs. Meredith.” He believed he’d go back to that spot in the garden, just to make sure. Bo-peep had vanished; maybe the oak and the honeysuckle had too. But they were there just the same and on the grass under the tree, he descried a small white object. Eagerly picking it up, he found it to be a handkerchief with the initial “A” embroidered in the corner. Jack smiled complacently. It would be a simple matter to get a list of the guests whose names began with “A.” He folded the handkerchief carefully and placed it in an inner pocket. With his mind full of the hallowed garden and the dainty vision which had vanished into fairyland, he went home. Medford passed a restless night and arose the next morning impatient to return to the scene of the gaieties of the night before. He was just going out of the door when it occurred to him that such curious inquisition might arouse suspicion and that the Merediths would not be receiving callers so soon after the recent festivities. The next day he did go, but Mrs. Meredith was not at home and he was forced to come away without the desired information. That same evening he received a telegram calling him out of town. When he returned several days later he found much to his keen disappointment, that the Merediths had left for their western ranch and would probably spend the entire fall and winter in western cities. He wrote to Mrs. Meredith at once, but the letter was delayed so that not until a month later did he receive the answer. Mrs. Meredith regretted that the guest list had been destroyed, and she could recall only four ladies w hose names began with “A”; the Atherton twins, Beatrice Al- drich and Marion Ansen. The last, Mrs. Meredith explained, was from Waverley, a town in the northern part of the state. Mr. Medford thought long and intently. He resolved to try the twins first. One of them had light hair so of a hr (Omnamtufi 49 course that crossed her off of the list, but since he came to think about it the other did resemble Bo-peep. She was medium in height, slender, and with dark curly hair. A few days later he accepted old man Atherton’s invi- tation to spend the evening at his home and get acquainted with his family. The tortures endured that evening are indelibly im- pressed upon Jack’s memory. At the first glimpse of the dark-haired twin his heart fluttered violently. She was really very pretty and he was sure that indefinable instinct had guided him rightly. Her voice would certainly prove it. But at the first word Jack found himself sinking. For- tunately for him providence had provided a cushioned chair, otherwise the fall might have been disastrous. The girl stuttered hopelessly. It took her fully five minutes to express- her pleasure at meeting him. After that to keep her still he did the talking; he rattled on for a solid hour until he suddenly discovered that he was explaining the mechanism of a steam engine to the young ladies, he stopped abruptly, recalled an important engagement and left the Atherton family with many regrets and a promise to call again. It took him more than a week to get up courage enough to renew his search for Bo-peep. This time he went to Waverley. Marion Ansen took him for a book pedler and nearly shut the door in his face. He heaved a sigh of relief as he left the premises, but it was some time before that tall, angular figure, with its brick red hair, and a record of at least forty years, left him to dream in peace of the garden, the moonlight, and Bo-peep. After he called on Beatrice Aldrich he felt rather un- certain. She answered the meagre description in regard to personal appearance, but her voice and gestures didn’t fit. However, he reasoned that that night might have cast its spell for he had felt and acted different from ever be- fore, and she might have too. So he resolved to give her a fair trial, to search to the depths for once. With this in mind he called twice and then took her to the theater. When he learned, quite by accident, that she had not gone to the Meredith ball at all, but had been out of town at the time. The next morning after the theater, found Jack, gloomy and depressed, on his way to the club. When he entered the hall, one of his cronies grasped his hand and exclaimed, “Congratulations, old man. I always said you’d amount to something some day. And Beatrice 50 (imnamtUH is a mighty sweet girl, I can tell you, why I’ve known her ever since she was knee high to a grasshopper.” ‘‘What the devil are you talking about?” gasped Jack, growing red and white by turns. “Of course it’s quite proper for you to play innocent. Most of them do. I promise to keep ‘mum’ on the subject. But shake, old pal, shake!” “Shake nothin . If it’s Miss Aldrich you’re talking about I certainly advise you to keep ‘mum. She shan’t be an- noyed by such nonsense, do you hear?” Jack was fairly trembling with rage as he found his way down the street. He felt as if everyone he passed smiled knowingly or nodded significantly. When he reached home before he had had time to recover his composure Dick came running in and burst forth excitedly: “Oh, Jack, why didn’t you tell me? I just heard about it down town. I think you might have told me at least, before you made it public. But I’m so glad. Now you’ll know just how I feel about Helen. Won’t we four have jolly times together? Helen’s planning a shower for Beatrice, already. Gee, man, you’re as white as a ghost; have you really got it that bad?” “You and Helen and the whole blamed bunch are the biggest set of old hen gossips I ever saw, but Bo-peep or not Bo-peep, I’ll be hanged if I’m going to be dragged into matrimony without even consulting a minister.” “Well, aren’t you engaged to Beatrice Aldrich? What’s this nonsense about a Bo-peep, you haven’t been visiting a sheep ranch, have you?” “Of course I am not engaged to Beatrice Aldrich, and if your brain hadn’t all turned to heart I’d tell you some- thing. But, by jinks, I’ve got to tell someone so here goes,” and Jack launched forth into a long and excited discourse on Bo-peep, ending by saying, “I’d have told you before only I didn’t want to be laughed at. You can say anything you please now, pav me back with interest if you want to.” “Oh, I couldn’t do that yet. You see all the time you were making ironical insinuations I had Helen to console me. No, I’ll wait until you find Bo-peep.” Then they planned for a future campaign and decided it would be best for Jack to accept all the invitations he received, in order to bring about another meeting with Bo-peep. Fearing that if he stayed at home he might miss her, Jack plunged into society, endured all kinds of blockades 51 cTljr (Omttamuts and besieges by prospective old maids and calculating mammas until spring found him weary and worn and the hair over his temples tinged with gray. The latter change gave him no displeasure, however, since it would prove to Bo-peep, if he ever should find her, how much he had suffered. A few months later, Dick ran in one day to invite him over to dinner. Helen was giving a little informal party in honor of a friend who had just returned from a winter’s trip abroad and she wished especially that Jack should meet her. When Jack entered, Dick, who was talking with the honored guest, introduced her as Miss Wellington. “By the powers, I believe she is that dull one,” thought Jack. After a few words of greeting Miss Wellington continued the conversation with Dick without so much as a glance in Jack’s direction. But it was different with Jack, he could not keep his eyes from her face. She was slender and graceful, and her dark brown hair came out around her face in stubborn little curls; her dress was of thin white material perfectly plain and well suited to her delicate style of beauty. Jack imagined Bo-peep must look a great deal like her. At dinner, Miss Wellington sat next to him and he found her voice and conversation as fascinating as her gestures and profile had been. He began wondering if he would be very fickle to give up his search for Bo-peep. Of course he loved her, but she was so vague and shadowy, and besides if she cared anything about him she would not have con- cealed her identity so long. The thought made him feel abused and neglected so he consoled himself with the charming piece of realty at his side. Before the evening was over, Bo-peep was forgotten, and Jack was anything but pleased when Miss Wellington’s father called for her. As she passed into the reception hall, her handkerchief dropped from her cloak. Jack stooped to pick it up for her when to his great surprise he found it to be an exact match for the one he had cherished all winter. What was Miss Wellington doing with a handkerchief marked “A”? After the Wellingtons were gone Jack thought hard for a long time. Suddenly he seemed to have an inspiration and he broke into the midst of Mrs. Howard’s conversation to ask, “Say, Helen, what is Miss Wellington’s given name?” Mrs. Howard was somewhat surprised at this from Jack. “Why, it’s Alice. But why do you want to know?” 52 l?r QDmmmmtfl “Oh, I just wondered,” and a few minutes later he said good night. After arriving home, he spent hours writing and rewriting notes before he had composed one to his satis- faction. It ran thus: “My dear Miss Wellington: “A couple of articles belonging to you are in my posses- sion, and if you will be so kind as to appoint a time I shall be pleased to return them to you. “Yours truly, “Jack Medford.” He posted it in time for the first mail next morning. It was three days before he received an answer. “My dear Mr. Medford: “I cannot imagine what articles of mine can be in your possession. I do hope they haven’t given you any trouble. If they are not too valuable, you might send them by a servant, otherwise I shall be at home from two until four this afternoon. “Yours truly, “Alice Wellington.” At exactly five minutes past two that afternoon, Dick saw Jack entering the Wellington residence, and he knew that it was time to laugh. (Iljr GDmnamtuB 53 |£ahoratory -Note H. H. Richardson. Chemistry Laboratory— Modernly equipped. Four periods each week spent in scientific research. Noted for loud odors and uncanny noises. An all star class. Motto: H S. just now and then is relished by the best of men. Physics Laboratory— Lab and recitation rooms together. All necessary appli- ances. Class of noted scientists. Motto: We climb, and climb, and seldom fall. Botany Laboratory— Best microscopes and all necessary equipment for botany work. Course consists of nine months work oyer a microscope. A study of nature and small things. Wise class. Motto: Get next to nature. Manual Training Department— Twenty-four work benches, wood lathe, circular saw and band saw. Electric motive power on each machine. It’s up to date; come and see. The class—they do good work. The motto: Put not your hands on the saw be- cause you do not see the teeth when running. Domestic Science Laboratory— Twelve electric hot plates and electric range. The course is a good one—for girls only. And they make good pies and such other things that go to make life bearable. Their motto: Never eat what you make, it’s selfish, and, besides—. Domestic Arts Department— Sewing machines and good instruction in needle work. And it’s for girls, too. And their motto is: If you rent your clothes call on us. Commercial Department— One of the best in the state. Learn to be a business man at L. H. S. Typewriting a specialty. They say: Our intentions are good, and mistakes are but human. Laboratories and School in General— They develop you mentally, morally and physically; what more can you ask? L. H. S.: A school of art and science. Motto: The best is none too good. 54 (Tltr Ghtttumtttta Editor-in-Chief----------------------------------Merlin Batley Business Manager ------- ---------- --------- Lee Reynolds Literary------------------------------------------Anita Worth Locals ---------------------------------------------Zoe Bragg Sports Avery Roberts, Hal Bohnenkamp School History Harley H. Richardson Humor --------------------------- Ruth Ghormley, Willard Carpy Alumni-----------------------------------------Sarah Smith, '10 Artist--------------------------------------Milton A. Stoddard L. H. S. finally possesses a school paper! It had been the aim of certain members of past classes to crown their somewhat quiet high school career with an adequate proof of their talent and knowledge in the form of a paper, but for reasons unknown, their aims had never culminated in anything more concrete than airy visions of ambitious in- tentions. So it remained for the present Senior class to add to its already large list of accomplishments, that of pub- lishing La Grande High School’s first, but we sincerely hope, not its last, year book. Without the guiding hand of experience to warn us of the dangerous shallows and rocks of failure found in the troubled waters of literary endeavor, we have steered our craft thru the channel of doubt and discouragement, into the calm sea of success, with the assurance that our efforts would not be in vain; that we were attacking, and would accomplish a work, with which those shining lights of former classes were unable to cope. The idea of a school publication began early in the first term of our Senior year and steadily grew as time passed, until, at the beginning of the last semester, the determina- tion to leave some permanent monument behind us, had grown so strong that arrangements were made, a Senior class meeting held, and officers chosen to carry the matter through. tUir (Dmuamtus 55 We hope our efforts will meet with the hearty approval of all friends of the La Grande High School. If crudities appear, let them be attributed to our inexperience. Per- fection in any direction cannot be attained at the first trial. We have done our best. With the completion of this, our final work, we surrender the sceptre of our school supremacy to the class next in importance, the Juniors, with the admonition to carry on the work thus started, and to enlarge it until La Grande High’s annual stands among the best. Undergraduates, you have helped to make this issue what it is, and your work is appreciated. With no less zeal give your assistance to the following annuals, and foster in your school that spirit of loyalty which is the secret of all suc- cess. La Grande High needs it and it is your task to en- gender it. Therefore, with this thought kept constantly in view, put forth your greatest efforts and know that the eyes of La Grande’s alumni will ever be turned upon you and that they will always, expect great things from those who have not yet entered its ranks. ---------o-------- tEo tlje (Elaas of Nineteen Cfoel e Harley H. Richardson. Deep within the heart of every true man and woman there exists fond memories of happy school days, and of the friends and associates of school life. These happy and profitable days are fast drawing to a close for the class of 1912, and the time is at hand when we must part, each to take up his or her work within a world of stern reality. School days are the happiest days of our lives, and it is with a sort of sweet sadness that we look forward to the fast approaching graduation. There will be a satisfaction in being free from the studies that we now sometimes think monotonous, yet this freedom of mind will be but short at best, and memory will oftimes carry us back to these joyous days in L. H. S. And when the sorrows and trials of life shall come, these days shall be as guiding stars,—as silent messengers from afar, who come with joy and gladness to lighten our burdens. Today we are filled with the trials and troubles of the present; tomorrow they are no more, and with each succes- sive day they loose, little by little, their harshness, until in the course of years they become gems of hope and love. So let it be with the members of the graduating class of 1912. 56 fflir (Onutamuui basketball 1911-12 A squad of fifteen men consisting of all of last year’s L. H. S. team and several stars from outside schools greeted Coach Nelson when the first practice was held at the be- ginning of the season. Russel Ralston was elected captain and Hal Bohnenkamp manager. By dint of hard training a creditable team was turned out. The first game was played with Imbler High School, which proved no match for the La Granders, as the latter showed flashes of fast basket ball an unusual feature in early games. La Grande won by the score of sixty-five to ten. The second game was the annual rub with the alumni of the high school, several of whom were home on their vacation from the colleges. This game proved to be one of the hardest fought games of the year as the old heroes had lost none of their old time form, but the condition of the school players soon told on the alumni and after a game in which there were not over four points difference in the score at any time, the Highs won nineteen to seventeen. The signal victory of the year was made when La Grande played Baker high school. The locals anticipated a close game and were in the best of condition. After three min- utes play, during which neither side scored the boys wear- ing the blue and white started scoring and ran up a grand total of forty-seven points to Baker’s nine. Baker did most of its scoring just before the close of the game. In most of the hard games this year the locals were able for the most part to keep the ball at their end of the hall, but they made the mistake of not spending more time in atyr ©nutamina 57 Top Row, left to right: Lottes, (G) Bohnenkamp (C) Nelson (Coach) Roberts (F) Lower Row: Bolton (F) Ralston (G) Reynolds (F). Kail (C and F) and Woods (F) not in Picture. basket shooting as they failed to reach the standard of such teams as Columbia College, which converted many slim chances into points. The heaviest schedule ever attempted by the basket ball organization of the school was carried out this year. Out of a total of eleven games played La Grande won seven. The total number of points scored by L. H. S. this season was three hundred and ninety-four to their opponents two hundred and five. This gives the locals an average of thirty- six points to the game. Basket ball prospects for 12 and T3 are very bright. 58_________________ Tljr GDmmtamifl Three of the five players who have represented the school for the last two years will probably not return, but besides the excellent material on the second team, who have crowd- ed the veterans this year for places, there are many players on the class teams who are pressing forward and competing for the honors. ---------o------- ©iris’ iBaskrt ®all Soon after school opened, Miss Koch called a meeting of girls interested in basket ball for the purpose of organizing teams. Anna Top was elected captain, Olive Massee man- ager. Hal Bohnenkamp and Cecil Bolton have acted as coaches. The first game of the season was played with Union. The L. H. S. girls lost by a narrow margin. However, with more practice they later defeated Baker by a score of twenty-one to two. Although these were the only games played by the girls this year, the younger players who will make up the squad next year gained much experience and development which will mean much for the success of next year’s team. They lined up as follows: First team guards—Kuna Bacon, Loelette King and Hilda Anthony. Subs, Serena Rohan, Christine Frasier, Ruth Woodruff, Lela Cole, Bessie Stoddard, Zoe Golden and Ruth Cotner. Center—Anna Top. Subs, Eva Cotner and Pluma Moss. Forwards—Olive Massee, Louise Roesch. Subs, Vera Joel, Mildred Bush, Naomi Kirtley, Ethel Wright and Grace Carbine. -------o-------- Jifnotball, 1911 The football season of 1911 was probably more success- ful than any other in the history of the school. Glen (Poe) Caylor, a former L. H. S. star quarter back, who has a thorough knowledge of the game, devoted a great deal of time to the team and was very successful in developing a fast squad. Although there was a shortage of experienced material, several of the new men showed excellent form, and with more experience should be stars in their respective posi- tions. Eljr Ghmtamwfl 59 Top Row, left to right: Caylor [coach]; Geddes, [sub. Q. B.]; Bolton, [R. H. B.] Lottes, [F. B. Capt.]; Reynolds, [Q. B.]; Ralston, [L. H. B.]; Couch, [R. E.]; Huff [sub. H. B.] Bottom Row: Crawley, [sub. E.]; Snider, [R. T.]: Corpe, [R. G.]; Bohnenkamp, [C.]; Watson, [L. G.]; Casey, [L. T.]; Garrity, [L. E.] Grimmit, [L. T.] not in picture. The first game was played with Elgin High School, La Grande winning 11 to 0. The showing made by the locals created much favorable comment among the fans, who predicted a very successful season for the locals. The second battle of the season, the W. C. H. S. (Enter- prise) game, proved almost disastrous to the championship aspirations of the squad; but when defeat seemed inevita- ble, the L. H. S. “fighting” spirit which characterized the close games of the season got the better of the Enterprise boys, and allowed the locals to run up a score of 14 to 6. One of the most sensational games ever witnessed be- tween two high schools took place between La Grande and Baker. Although the game was played in six inches of snow, which proved a handicap to the lighter La Grande team, the locals showed their colors and played a game that would do credit to any high school, for not once was Baker able to place the ball within La Grande’s thirty yard line, while on the other hand La Grande had the ball inside of 60 utyr (Omnamtufi Baker’s ten yard line on several different occasions. The game ended without either side scoring. Although several attempts were made to schedule games with Pendleton High School, they repeatedly refused to meet La Grande. The financial returns of the season were good and much credit is due Manager Lee Reynolds for the able manner in which he handled that department. Credit is also due Cap- tain Lottes for the spirit in which he lead the team on the field. While several 1911 men will be lost through graduation the outlook for 1912 is exceptionally promising as there are a number of men with a season’s experience who when they learn the finer points of the game will be able to cope with the veterans. ---------o-------- tElp Crack Cram The La Grande track team has reflected great credit upon the school in former years, and it has by no means fallen short this spring. A meeting was held February 26th, 1912, in which Dee Davis was elected captain, and Jay Millering, manager. These are capable men and old students of L. H. S. The school is greatly favored this year in securing as coach, Mr. William Peare, who is considered the best trainer in eastern Oregon. The boys showed up well in practice and did credit to their trainer. They were handicapped somewhat, however, by not having a sufficiently large track, but hope that an improvement may be made before another year. The usual four meets were planned for this spring, those of the county, Eastern Oregon, U. of 0. and 0. A. C. La Grande won the county meet by a wide margin, drew second place in the Eastern Oregon meet at Baker, and captured second honors in the state meet at Eugene, May 11. The line-up is as follows:— Davis, Captain. Weights. Millering, Manager. Vault, 120 Hurdles, Broad Jump. Roberts. Vault, Dashes, High and Broad Jumps, Relay. Reynolds. 880, 440 yd. runs. Lottes. Weights, 120 Hurdles, Broad Jump, Relay. Conkey. Vault, Dashes, Relay. aljp (Omnamuis 61 Bolton, C. Dashes, High Jump, Relay. Casey. Weights. Carroll, Vehrs and Ruby. Mile run. Leffel. 880 yd. run. ---------o-------- ®rack ffitct The Thirteenth Annual Eastern Oregon Interscholastic Meet was held at Baker on May 4th. Baker carried off the honors with a total of 44 points, La Grande was second with 31 points, Pendleton third with 24 points, and Enterprise fourth with 21. La Grande held the lead until the final events when Baker gained the necessary points, winning two places in the broad jump and the relay race. Millering of La Grande won individual honors of the meet with a total of 12 points. His close competitors were Malone of Baker arid Fee of Pendleton who made 11 points each. One of the prettiest races of the day was the high hurdles, Millering winning from his old time rival Fee by the closest possible margin. Baker is to be commended upon the manner in which the meet was managed. Mr. Archie Hahn the former Michigan U. sprinter had direct charge of the meet and served to the satis- faction of all concerned. After the meet a reception was held at which all the visitors were royally entertained. ----------o--------- In the trials that count La Grande always displays its mettle and superiority, as shown by the results of the inter- scholastic track meet held at Eugene, May 11, in which the principal high schools of the State were entered. In a fast track of 200 athletes old L. H. S. gained honor by winning second place with seventeen points in its favor. Washington High of Portland, with its crack team easily won the meet with forty points and Jefferson High came third with sixteen. Davis, Millering, Roberts and Reynolds, the cream of this years team, are the men who seized the honors for La Grande. Davis won the first in the hammer at 128 ft. and second in the discuss. Millering and Roberts tied for first in the pole vault making 10 feet, 9 inches. Reynolds drew third place in the half mile; totaling seventeen points. The world's interschol- 62 iTl|r (0mnammfi astic record was broken in this race by Windnagel of Washington High who made the run in 1:56 4-5. An ovation is due the boys for their decisive and crushing victory over our old time rival Baker, who was unable to attach more than one point, and the results above shown, prove beyond doubt that “the race is to be swift.” The outcome of the 0. A. C. meet is awaited with interest and we feel sure that our boys will not fail to make a good showing there, also. ---------o-------- 33ase 33all At the close of the basket ball season, the baseball acting enthusiasts held a meeting. Lester Stoddard had the dis- tinction of being the first freshman elected manager of an athletic team for the school. James Corbett was made cap- tain at the same election. Although several of the former players will not be able to spend much time at baseball on account of track work, the outlook is good as there are several new men who have shown good class in practice who should be able to fill the vacancies to a good advantage. Games will be arranged with Elgin, Cove, Imbler and Union; there is a possibility of a game with Enterprise, al- though the expense incurred by such a game, makes it improbable. The following men are trying out for positions: Stod- dard, Ralston, Corbett, H. Bohnenkamp, Geddes, Herron, Watson, Crawley, Couch, Corpe, Millering, Bolton, Roberts, Ruby, L. Bohnenkamp, Pixton, Carpy, Huff, Lambert and Lottes. aljr GHmumttuB 63 ■ The 0. A. C. Glee Club on their eastern tour gave a concert at La Grande, March sixth. While here they visited the High School and entertained the students with a short program. They were pronounced a very entertaining club. After the evening concert the 0. A. C. alumni gave a reception for them in Honan Hall, to which all of the High School people were invited. The guests are indebted to the 0. A. C. people for a very pleasant evening. ----------o--------- (Solb (iHchal (Contest On February ninth a gold medal contest was held in the High School Auditorium. The following program was given:— ©ratory “The Consolidation of Capital” _______________Olaf Groupe “Toussaint L’Ouverture”_______________________Paul Crouter “Independence of Cuba”------------------------James Corpe dramatic “The Lost Word”____________________________Maud Leadsw'orth “The Sign of the Cross”____________________ Hilda Anthony “The Burgo-master’s Death”____________________Merlin Batley amorous “Widder Doodle”_____________________________Bessy Stoddard “Aunt Elnora’s Hero”__________________________Mildred Bush “How Mr. Simminson Took Care of the Baby”-----Marie Bolton The medals were awarded to the following: James Corpe__________________________________Oratorical Hilda Anthony__________________________________Dramatic Marie Bolton___________________________________Humorous The training was done by Miss Allen of the English De- partment. 64 utyr dhmutmuta J djool 39ay Friday, May 3rd, was a day of much interest in La Grande to those who take pride in the progress of their schools. Ex- hibits of work by pupils from the first to the twelfth grades were on display in all four buildings of the city and were view- ed by a continual stream of visitors throughout the afternoon. Especially interesting were the art exhibits in the grade schools while the work of the Manual Training and Domestic Science departments also came in for a large share of favorable com- ment. ---------o--------- The preliminary Oratorical Contest was held in the High School Auditorium, Friday night, April 26. The competitors were: Merlin Batley, James Corpe, Paul Crouter and Milton Stoddard. Milton Stoddard took first place in both delivery and composition; Merlin Batley was second in composition and James Corpe second in delivery. The winner here represented La Grande in the Eastern Oregon Contest at Baker, May 4. ---------o--------- After the Eastern Oregon Oratorical contest, Saturday evening, May fourth, the Baker High School gave one of the most enjoyable receptions ever known to the E. 0. Track people. It was held in the Elks Hall which was beautifully dec- orated with pennants, the color scheme being purple and gold. Dancing was the entertainment for the evening. School rival- ry was put aside and every guest heartily enjoyed the entire evening. Baker High School surely proved that it possesses many capable hosts and hostesses. ---------o--------- The Juniors in all their glory announced their Senior ban- quet for the evening of May the eleventh. It was held in the High School Gymnasium and the place was replete with pen- nants and streamers in the colors of the two classes. The color scheme was used even to the menus, flowers, punch and plates. The Juniors must be congratulated on their originality. A very interesting program was given by the hosts and host- esses prior to the banquet. After the courses were served the following responses were brought about by Milton Stoddard, L'a popular member of the Junior Class: “Hail to the Seniors,” Kenneth Carpy, ’13. aljr (Omtumnua 65 “How We Love Our School,”Erastus Pixton, ’12. “Follow Us, 0, Ye Juniors!” Harley Hichardson, '12. “Between Us and the Faculty,” Serena Rohan, '13. ---------o--------- The Tuesday morning talks, instituted by Mr. Stout, have proved very interesting and instructive and have afforded a great deal of pleasure to the student body. Among the men who have addressed the school on different topics during the year are: Judge J. W. Knowles, President Board of Education; Arthur A. Priest, formerly Dean of U. of W.; Col. Ivanhoe; Adrian Newens, critic for Ridpath Lyceum Bureau; Congress- man Murdock of Kansas; George Cochran; Charles Cochran; Dr. Underwood; Rev. Gibbs; Rev. Black; Rev. Borden; Bruce Dennis; Rev. Gillilan; Professor Coleman of Whitman; John Hodgins; Turner Oliver and the Right Reverend Bishop Pad- dock. ---------o--------- A portable Balopticon, together with six hundred slides covering all educational subjects, was received May tenth and is now ready for installation. Sixteen stereoscopes and six hundred stereographic views were also received. Next year Mr. Stout intends giving a weekly exhibit to the school, cover- ing topics under consideration, and expects to receive from the government about six thousand views for use in connection with the Balopticon. ---------o--------- The Reverend E. P. Borden, of the First Baptist Church of this city has been chosen to deliver the Baccalaureate sermon to the nineteen hundred and twelve graduating class on the evening of May nineteenth in the High School Auditorium. ---------o--------- On Thursday evening, May twenty-third, the members of the class of nineteen hundred and twelve will be chief actors in the most important event which has occurred in their en- tire High School career. The thirty members who compose the largest class that has so far graduated from L. H. S., will then receive their diplomas. Mr. Walter M. Pierce will deliver the principal address of the evening and Judge J. W. Knowles, president of the Board of Education, will present the diplomas. Music will be furnished by the glee clubs. 66 cThr (dnuiantuta ©rgantxattons (Sice Club Leader President_______________ Vice-President__________ Secretary and Treasurer (Officers JHembera Miss Angst Lynne Bohnenkamp -----Merlin Batley -----Avery Roberts Harley Richardson Russell Ralston Merlin Batley Avery Roberts FIRST TENOR SECOND TENOR FIRST BASS SECOND BASS Glenn Conkey Willard Carpy Lynne Bohnenkamp John Ruby The chorus class is composed of about twenty members under the direction of Miss Angst and was organized for the purpose of developing appreciation for good music. The vocal alone is studied, and both classes, secular and sacred are taken up. Under the former comes folk-songs, patriotic and various other forms including the opera. Some of the operas studied this winter are: Italian Operas: Eurydici, by Peri; William Tell, aljp (Omtummia 67 by Rossinni; Norma, by Beilina; Lucia di Lammermoor, by Donizetti; Rigoletto, Aida, II Trovatore, the last three by Verdi; French opera, Faust, by Gounod. The class meets every Tuesday for forty minutes, part of the time being devoted to study, and part to learning the music. The grafanola has enabled them to hear some of the masterpieces in correlation with their study. literary jSorittieB tDUicum President---- ------- Vice-President--- ---------- ------------------- Secretary---------------------- ------------------- (Alolja President------------------------------------------ Vice-President------------------------------------- Secretary and Treasurer ---------- ---------------- ___Olive Massee Hal Bohnenkamp ..Ruth Ghormley Merlin Batley Bessie Brown Enid Stanchfield Two debates between Elgin and La Grande were held on the evening of May 4. The subject was “Resolved, That the Government should Adopt a Parcels Post.” One of our teams composed of Ruth Ghormley, Hallie Adler and Sarah Smith support the affirmative at Elgin. While the other composed of Paul Crouter, Erastus Pixton and James Corpe supported the negative here. La Grande won both. The debating teams have been under the direction of Miss MacMillan and Mr. Montgomery. Miss MacMillan accompanied the affirma- tive team to Elgin. They reported a fine time as Elgin received them with the utmost cordiality and did everything to make their stay in that city a pleasant one. 68__________________ (Ujr (imnaitnuH jimtg of iHg Sl|ots By Milton A. Stoddard. As I strut the village street, With those shoes upon my feet, 1 must blush at all I meet. Oh! their music is a treat. Those shoes With their agonizing song Serenade the whole day long The worried passing throng, 0, tell me! Is it wrong To abuse The patience of the town By parading up and down. Grinning like a circus clown? O, I’ve surely won renown With those Bargain-counter shoes That my mother made me choose. From that pile down at the Jews, ’Cause she didn’t want to lose Repose By thinking of the price That would buy a pair so nice I could creep upon the mice Thout a sound! Take my advice, When you Want shoes that play a tune ahr (0mnamuta 69 So piercing that the moon Turns pale and pretty soon An ink-resembling coon Does do An awful dance of fright That terrorizes night, And the stars slink out of sight, And the midnight cats do fight. To wear Those shoes with music tones— The shoes with growing groans— Those shoes with mournful moans, That go squeaking o’er the stones Is despair. O, all the human race, Sadly gazing into space— Each imploring, begging face Seems to seek a lonely place Away From the shoes with music squeak. From the shoes with doleful creak, From those shoes that evil speak As if they wished to seek A way To drive us to our doom, To chase us to our tomb, Where the flowers never bloom, But where one at least has room For breath. Where those bargain-counter shoes With their music tones refuse To come. O, far better a recluse Than for shoes our souls to bruise To death. Rogues’ (Salleru “Duke” Ralston. So named because he isn’t. Made fam- ous by his latest rag, “The Frisco Fry.” “Pukey” Reynolds. So named because he wouldn’t. Greatest wish is to be a real farmer. “Bat” Batley. Appearances are deceiving. Known for his abundance of “gas” in class meeting and lack of resumes in “Deutsch.” “Hots” Richardson. Related to the famous “Fat Van” R. 70 a hr COmnamtua Dearly loves a discussion. Knows more about anything than anyone else. “Cack” Bolton. Doesn’t care. Slow in everything but track. “Banty” Pixton. Can’t see him for mouth. Original model for “Bud” Fisher’s “Jeff.” “Slim” Carpy. Our Caruso. “A poor lesson is better than none.” “Why can’t Mrs. Common give me a vacation in Germany?” “Prunes” Bohnenkamp. “My kingdom for a motor- cycle.” “And then he sings! Ye Gods how he sings!” “Crook” Stoddard. I wonder why? La Grande High’s greatest philosopher, cynic, poet and pessimist. “Bill” Bohnenkamp. Long, slim, sleek, slender, slight. Honored and respected by rooks for his bluffing propensi- ties. “Dutch” Lottes. The original phlegmatic gentleman. Can’t phase him with a brick. He’s not strong on resumes either. “Pat” Pattison. The color of his hair looks suspicious, but it’s not. Best dancer in school, but inclines toward the “Turkey Trot.” “Jimmie” Corbett. Never known to get a lesson, but he’s right there when it comes to “spotting the boys.” “Ernie” Vehrs. Never found when he’s wanted. Invet- erate peanut fiend, but claims that he has sworn off. “Hodge” Carpy. Chubby and cute. Enters into every- thing that comes along—except study. Has highly developed sense of humor. We tho’t we would have Russel’s smiling face among us this year, but in mastering ancient lore, he has done so well that he has been encored. He says, “The Faculty like me so well and hold my inspiring influence so dear that they make me repeat my Junior year.” Banty showing D. D., Reba Williamson’s name in a book, “How do you like that name, Dee?” D. D.: “Oh! I don’t like it, but I can easily change it.” Miss Koch, in Senior English: “Anna, who was the Vicar of Wakefield?” Anna: “Why, he was the father of Moses.” Miss Koch: “Well, Paul, who was Moses?” Paul: “He was the father’s son.” CLhr (Omnamum 71 Prof.: “A fool can ask a question a wise man cannot answer.” Avery: “Is that the reason why I failed in Chemistry quiz?” Lost—A fountain pen by a pupil half full. Ernest Vehrs, the human peanut store, has given up his favorite food. He is now living on air. Mrs. Common, in German II: “Helen you may translate the first paragraph. Don’t go with such lightning speed that they can’t follow you.” After a pause—“We will now have a little breathing spell while we listen to Willard.” Mrs. Common’s favorite question to her brilliant second year German class: “Now, do you all understand that.” (Whispered): “My, if we only could remember all she says! ! Miss Koch’s favorite expression in Civics and English: “You had better look that up.” Mr. Montgomery’s favorite expression in Chemistry: “I don’t just exactly recall that just now.” Eddie Reisland, (in Chemistry Laboratory): I need some ferocious (ferrous) phosphate. “Bat,” (in desperation after Civics): “Oh, my! the more of this stuff I get into my head, the more I drive out.” “Pukey”: “Then I sure would like to have known you when you were a kid.” --------o-------- (Teattmoruals Editor “Omnibus” Respected Sir:— Now that the expiring aggregation of phenominal and insurpassable Seniors are presenting their final activities relating to this intellectual institution in the disguise of a maiden publication before indulging in their initial ablution in the infinitional portion of the universe bourgeoisly known as the world, I desire humbly to enter my few mere re- 72 cidir (Omnamuia marks upon the above mentioned work. I happily was most fortunate in being able to peruse the proof in company with our learned superintendent, Mr. Stout, and must in- tellectually assert for the eddification and rumination of all those interested in this on-coming addition to La Grande’s unexpressable Alumni, that their true value and genius is fittingly expressed in the “Omnibus.” The scho- lastic infirmary, laboring under the illustrous appelation of La Grande High School, never has, doesn’t and never shall view again, such a wonderful book. It surpasses all description and the same statement applies to the class. Never more will my optics perambulated over a mass of humanity so perfect, intellectually, physically and beauti- fully. I pause to suppress the overflow of grief in contem- plating the catastrophy, which our beloved institution suf- fers by their loss. I cannot continue. I am overcome. I am avalanched with sorrow. I close. Professionally and janitorially yours, Hyat Peach. la Grande, Oregon, dere Sir— as i seen the proof of yoor paper this afternoon i am goin 2 rite yoo sum things iv thort about wile iv bin a tetcher in this here scool and witch id like 2 tel yoo of if yoo’ll permit me to tel yoo. yoor thortfulness in showing me the proof was receeved very kindly and i like 2 no that sum peepul apreeshate the eforts iv eforted 2 maik this scool the furmost in the stait and 2 wish 2 see the yung men and wimin witch have growed up and busted into faim and glorry with a long paws of hilarity. i seen yoor paper wen yoo shode it 2 me and i gess i’ll tel yoo wat i think abowt it. i think it is very good that is i don’t think it could bee beter becuz it is so good, every- thing in it shode me that everybody spent lots of time and thort in it and i am very prowd of my yung peepul hoo have bin abel 2 do such a thing as a paper, it alius pleezes me to no that all my eforts iv eforted 2 learn yoo folks the roodiments of eddicashun has ended in sutch a wunderful peace of literashoor as that there paper of yoorn. i never seen a hansomer bunch of grajuates in all niv born dais, and hop that wen yoo all pass in2 the grate world witch faces yoo wen yoo pass out in2 it, that yoo will all suckseed and grow prospurus. very truely yoors john D. Stout. aljr (Onmamuui 73 of tlft j§ecmth Semester Commencing Jan. 22, 1912, in the year of Our Lord. Mon., Jan. 22—The student body of L. H. S. assembled in the auditorium to receive their instructions and destruc- tions for the following semester, J. D. Stout officiating. Tues., Jan. 23—Clifford Kail, an intended senior of the 1912 class, was quietly spliced by law, to his future better half, at his father-in-law’s home in Cove. Mon., Jan. 29—The high school heard College Life, pre- sented by Prof. Stout, through the medium of the new Grafanola. Fri., Feb. 2—James Corbett was late the seventh period in the furnace room, Russ Ralston being absent. Mon., Feb. 5—John Ruby came back to Chemistry class. Tues., Feb. 6—Jim Corpe utterly failed to get into an argument with Miss Koch. Fri., Feb. 9—The Dramatic Contest was held in the auditorium. Mon., Feb. 12—Lillian was seen going home all alone while Miss Angst walked home with Willard. Wed., Feb. 14—Pete Larson stayed in his seat for the space of one period. Thurs., Feb. 15—Whitey Leffel went home in a barrel, his clothes were stolen while he was playing basket ball. Fri., Feb. 16—Ray Couch was in his seat when the tardy bell rang. Wed., Feb. 21—After school Merlin had an appointment with only one of the members of the faculty. Thurs., Feb. 22—Dick Melville is reported to have pre- pared a chemistry lesson, also to have survived the shock. Thurs., Feb. 29—The daily paper of the Freshman class consisting of all solved problems in algebra failed to reach all of its subscribers before class time. Mon., March 4—Rebecca came to school on time. Tues., March 5—Twelve of the high school delegates were present at the Arcade convention and succeeded in nominating Mr. J. D. Stout on the Democratic ticket. Wed., March 6—Ratley gets resume in German. Thurs., March 7—Jimmy Stoddard was reduced to silence by having to take a seat in the rear end of the room. Tues., March 12—Lee and Rebecca skipped their ap- pointment with Mrs. Common after school. 74 (Lite (0mttattmiB “Punch brother punch, punch with care, punch in the presence of the passenger.” Wed., March 13—A series of Bas-Relief was added to the impoverished and disrespected High School Museum. Thurs., March 14—Vera J. was in her seat before the tardy bell rang. Fri., March 15—Eddie R. did not wear a butter cup to school. Mrs. Common had no announcements to give out at the end of the morning session. Wed., March 20—The Sophs succeeded in calling a class meeting. Thurs., March 21—Roberts answered Monty’s question in Chemistry. Fri., March 22—Dick quit school willingly because he was compelled to. The Freshman class met to elect their officers. Through some oversight they forgot to elect a vice-president. Wed., March 27—Mr. Mansager notified the Freshman of their mistake. Thurs., April 12—The teachers in the different classes announced a general test. The Seniors were summoned to appear in the office to check up their respective credits. This caused a great commotion in the school, all interesting events came to a stand still, the diarist was unable to re- cover, thereby bringing this instructive memorandum to an abrupt close. Teacher in English: “Where was Macbeth killed? Alice Hill: “At the bottom of page seventeen. “Pat, do you like lettuce? “No, I don’t and what’s more I am glad I don’t because if I liked it I’d eat it and I hate the stuff.” —Exchange. In the Latin class he was smart as a streak In dress he was foppish and tony; The latter was due to his being an ass The former was due to his “pony.” —Exchange. Bill— (discussing the football team) “You know young Snider? Well he’s going to be our best man before long. Lillian—“Oh, Bill, what a nice way to propose to me.” Smith—“Your son is pursuing his studies at college isn’t he.” Brown—“I guess so, he’s always behind. (Thr GDmttanmM 75 The shades of night were falling fast As from the Old Town Store there passed A youth named Russell, who, you bet, To New Town anxious was to get. Jay met her in the meadow as the sun was sinking low, They walked along together in the twilight after-glow, She waited patiently, while he lowered all the bars; Her eyes shown upon him, as radiant as stars; She neither smiled nor thanked him, indeed she knew not how For he was but a farmer lad and she—a Jersey cow. —Selected. Miss Koch (in English)—“Lee, who was Arnold?” Lee “He was a politickan. ” Miss K - “No!—Eddie?” E. R.—“I think he studied short-hand.” ---X----- In the springy spring, when the springlets spring, And a rest is all they wish Then the High boys hie to the highlands high, To fish tor fishy fish. —A. Poet. Alice (in Latin)—“Where was Marcellns?” Helen—'“Sh-h-! He’s dead.” Robbie—“When I’m waltzing with my sweetheart I think I’m going right to heaven.” Jimmie— “Urn—do you ever reverse?” Miss Koch—“Name the British general who surrendered at York- town.” Lee—“Why, I think it was Corvallis.” Cotcs funnb in the Junior room Say kid, who’s this Jane girl Willard talks so much about? Could you stay in to-night? Meet my friend Mr. Arthur Brill? Alice—If the kids bring the chickens here can you put them in the office and I will get them this noon?—Olive. Do you love muh? May I sit back of you? jSomj of |Catm All are dead who wrote it, All are dead who spoke it, All will die who learn it, Blessed dead, they surely earn it. 76 (Iljr QDmtummta ’08—Mrs. Alberta Hopper Goodman has been spending a few weeks at the home of her parents. ’08—Mrs. Blanche Kessler Lowe is visiting her parents for a few weeks. ’08—May Noyes recently accepted a position at Hot Lake as stenographer in Mr. Pierce’s office. ’08—Will Neill, U. of O., has held the northwest record in the javelin throw for the past two years. ’09—Charlie Reynolds tried out in the recent track meet at Corvallis, gaining the highest number of individual points. ’09—Miss Marjorie McCall has recently returned from an extended trip thru California and the Willamette Valley. 09—Henry Heidenreich, Joe Williamson and Ivy Will- iams represent their class in U. of O. ’09—Marble Greene, at Willamette University, is making a reputation in glee club work. ’09—Mrs. Clem Smith, nee Ethel Redhead, is making her home in Boise. ’09—George Vehrs is enrolled in Bennett Medical Col- lege, a Loyola institution of Chicago. ’09—Harry Zurbrick’s engagement to Miss Mott has re- cently been announced. ’09—Edith Woodruff is teaching in the La Grande graded schools. ’10—Ray Williams is in his second year at U. of O. ’10—Harold Grady is traveling with the U. of O. glee club this year. ’10—Zazel Eaton, Etha Huffman, and Nellie Pickens have enrolled as post-graduates in L. H. S. ’10—Nellie Mahaffey and Effie Linder are teaching in aljr (imnattnuB 77 county schools. ’10—Frank Ralston is studying osteopathy at Littlejohns, Chicago. ’10—Elsie Couch is completing her second year at Berke- ley. ’10—Mrs. Claire Crossen, nee Ruth Harrison, is living on a farm a few miles out of La Grande. ’10—Mrs. Einer Frees, nee Etta Owens, is living in Ireton, Iowa. ’ll—Hallie Adler, Olaf Groupe, Frederich Lottes, Gladys Oesterling, May Neill and Enid Stanchfield are taking post- graduate work in L. H. S. ’ll—Calista Love, Jeannette Wheatley and Eva Wood- ruff have joined the ranks of the teachers. ’ll—George Broadbridge, George Currey, Jr., Roy Ben- son Currey and Eugene Good are freshmen at Eugene this year. ’ll—Bonnie Severs is employed as stenographer in a law office at Enterprise. ---------o---------- (Dje (Alumni Where are they gone, these lads and lasses? They’re seen no more in high school classes; They’ve mingled with the countless masses, And some are wise and some are—donkeys; Anyway, they’re gone. Wher e’er they are, some thoughts give pleasure; The thoughts of days when they had leisure To go to school and play the fool And act as stubborn as a mule, When teacher made them ditch their gum, When all their jaws were going some. Now I’ll spiel on:— Perhaps, each student has made good— Some digging ditch, some chopping wood; Maybe a few have ragged pants While some are millionaires by chance But if one looks behind the curtain That shuts us from them—this is certain— Perhaps he’ll see one by his bed In prayerful posture, with rev’rant head, Asking amid his streaming tears, For a return of former years, Imploring God to ever bless Those former days of happiness When they were kids in L. H. S. —Milton A. Stoddard Aft mortising i rtunt of “Sir? (intnamuiH” 80 a hr (Omnamuts (OnmaiuuTB lOnoatrra STUDENTS, don11 pass this page by without a glance or even a single thought. It's an important one. Those whose names appear below are wide awake and loyal boost- ers for both our High School and paper. Their support has made possible the publication of a hr (OnutatUUtS. Show your appreciation by patronizing them and Boost the Boosters. A. B. C. Laundry Arcade Theatre Bacon, Dr. C. T. Blue Mountain Creamery Bolton Bodmer Cash Bazaar Chautauqua Association Currey, Geo. H. Darland, Dr. G. T. Dutli’s Bakery East Oregon Publishing Co. Foley’s French Shoe Store GeibePs Golden Rule Company Grande Ronde Cash Co. Greene Small Hall, Dr. M. K. Henry Carr Hill’s Drug Store Ivanhoe, F. S. Kelly’s Barber Shop Kirtley, E. E. La Grande Barber Shop La Grande Investment Co. La Grande National Bank Lincoln, Dr. R. L. Love, H. T. McMillan, Dr. Wm. D. Miller Brother, Wm. Molitor, Dr. N. Newlin Book Stationery Co. 0. A. C. Peare Son, J. H. People’s Store Red Cross Drug Store Ritter, H. J. Sanitary Barber Shop Savoy Hotel Selder’s Siegrist Co. Silverthorn’s Sommer Hotel The Toggery Toney Scranton U. of 0. Underwood Underwood United States National Bank West, N. K. Zimmerman, Dr. Geo. W. (Hljr GDmnamtuH 81 Come to Order— your coal here if you want the best fYOU must have coal for comfort during nine L months of the year, and now is the time to pre- pare for your next winter’s furnace or heater by having us fill your bin with high quality ROCK SPRINGS COAL THIS COAL IS FREE FROM SLATE AND SLAG Those who have used coal from our bins only need a hint that now is the time to figure with us for next winter’s fuel. New consumers should at this time get in line to have their bins filled now and get the ben- | efit of summer prices for winter coal.J Those who have used our coal swear by it, not at it Rock Springs Lump for furnace or heater. Rock Springs Nut for the Range Grande Ronde Cash Co. Inc. Greenwood and Jefferson St. LA GRANDE, OR. 82 atyp GDmmtamta THE TOGGERY A. V. ANDREWS BOYS: I have nine tailors and can make you a suit in twenty-four hours. 200 new patterns from which to choose. APPLE ORCHARDS FARM AND CITY PROPERTY LOANS ON REAL ESTATE. FIRE INSURANCE. SURETY BONDS La Grande Investment Company 1111 Adams Avenue LA GRANDE, OREGON REXALL REXALL Hill’ g AGENT FOR Columbia Phonographs Grafonolas Store an ecor s REXALL REXALL JOHN B. STETSON HATS CLUETT SHIRTS utyr (DmttamtuH 83 SILVERTHORNE’S FAMILY DRUG STORE Newlin Book Stationery Company All Kinds of School Supplies Office supplies. Novelties and Sporting Goods. Pianos, Phonographs, Music Pennants ADAMS AVENUE LA GRANDE. OREGON Copyrigiit Hart ochatfner . niarx Now fellows say it all to- gether “What’s the matter with Hart, Schaffner Marx Clothes? They’re a 11 right.” Suits for every occasion The Peoples Store Sole Agents for La Grande and vicinity 84 Site (®mnatmu0 — Over Lilly’s Hardware Store Phone Black 451 W. M. PEARE DR. R. L. LINCOLN DENTIST With J. H. PEARE SON LA GRANDE, : : OREGON Graduate Optometrists and Jewelers Wm. Duncan McMillan. D. M.D. DOCTOR OF DENTAL MEDICINE OVER LA GRANDE NATIONAL BANK BUILDING Dr. (i. T. Darland C111ROPRACTOR Not Drugs, Not Surgery Not Osteopathy Spinal Adjustments Only I,A GRANDE NATIONAL HANK BUILDING UGRANDE, : s OREGON DR. H. I. UNDERWOOD Diseases of Eye a specialty. 'DR. DORA. J. UNDERWOOD Diseases of Women and Children. Offices: Adams avenus, over Wright Drug Co. PHONE MAIN 63 OFFICE HOURS 9 TO 12- 2 TO 5 OFFICE HOURS; 1. TO . P. M. 7. TO 8 P. M DR. GEO. W. ZIMMERMAN OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN DR. N. MOLITOR PHYSICIAN and surgeon Over Lilly's hardware store La Grande- t t t Oregon OPFICBi RISIDINCIi PHONI MAIN 68 PHONI MAIN 69 R. JOS. GR UN CHARLES ALBERT SMALL Phone, Main 23. GREEN SMALL ATTORN EYS-AT-LAW ROOM IS AND 10 SOMMER BUILOlNQ DR. M. K. HALL Physician and Surgeon LA GRANDE, : OREGON Corner of Adams Ave. and Depot St. F. S. IVANHOE LAWYER DR. C. T. BACON Over La Grande National Bank Bld'g I, a. Grande. : : Oregon ulljr GDmnamuts 85 Red Cross Drug Store W. H. REUTER, Prop. The Sanitary Tonsorial Parlors Prescriptions, Books, Stationery, Eastman Kodaks, Huyler’s Candies Four Chairs Shine Stand and Two Baths Christiansen Brothers, Props. 1316 Adams Av. FLORSHEIM SHOES MALLORY HATS Micael Stern Suits Ed. V. PRICE SUITS Made to Measure WHEN YOU WANT SUITS OR SHOES THAT REALLY HAVE CLASS; WE HAVE THEM. Toney Scranton THERE are no gifts which are, at this season more appropriate than photographs and none that are more appreciated. If you want the kind that pleases you should, patronize RITTER’S phone Black 1182 L. J. FRENCH SHOE STORE LA GRANDE’S EXCLUSIVE SHOE STORE 86 GJljr (Smnamtufi Have Your Eyes Tested And See if You Have Not Some Error In Refraction A Great Many Cases of Dullness on the Part of the Student Are Caused by Improper Vision. If you have the slightest reason to think your vision is not perfect see us and have your eyes examined and properly fitted with glasses. It may mean a whole lot towards your future welfare. Every boy and girl in La Grande knows and ought to feel that they are perfectly safe in our hands. Don t trust your eyes to strangers. We grind all our own lenses. We carry as large a line of first quality Diamonds, Watches, Clocks, Silverware Etc. as can be found in any Jewelry Store Watch, Clock and Jewelry Repairs a Specialty J. H. PEARE SON ADAMS AVENUE ulljr ODmttamtufi 87 LINOLEUM, CARPETS, RUGS, WINDOW SHADES UNDERTAKING EMBALMING HENRY CARR DEALERS IN FURNITURE Stoves, Ranges, Kitchen Ware, Crockery, Etc. Over Eigh- teen Hundred Feet of Floor Space (Thr (golfott Sul? (Eompatti? 'JjN a very short period of time the commer- cial interests of the country will be look- ed after by the Student of Today. |As representatives of such institutions as the above we shall step aside in anticipation of greater results coming from those who fill the position each of you do in this great event. We congratulate you on your success this far. May the future be high aimed and honored. (Slrg (Snlfum Hub (flomjiang The Best Place For Bread, Pies and Pastries DUTLrSBAKERY PHONE MAIN 736 1402 NORTH FIR STREET 88_____________(Hfrr (Omnatmug______________ SIIAKRT IIORXK’S FA MIRV DRTG STORK The Place Where They All Go and Enjoy the Most Delicious Refreshments SEEDER’S Candies, Ice Creams, Sherberts And Drinks of All Kinds UNIVERSITY of OREGON Eugene, Oregon THE STATE UNIVERSITY TUITION FREE Courses In Liberal Arts including the groups of languages and liter- ature, natural sciences, history, political and social sciences, phil- osophy, mathematics and education, leading to the Bachelor’s De- gree and special courses preparatory to Law, Medicine, Commerce and Journalism. Courses in Civil, Electrical, Chemical and Railway Engineering lead- ing to the degree of Bachelor of Science and five year courses lead- ing to the advanced degree of Engineer. Courses in the School of Education, preparatory to High School teach- ing, principalships and Superintendencies, leading to the Bachelor’s Degree, and covering the teaching of English History, Mathematics Languages, Science, Gymnastics and Music. Courses in School of Music leading to the Teachers Certificate of the degree Bachelor of Music, covering work in Piano, Voice, Violin, Theory and Harmony. Courses in Summer School, June 24 to August 2, 1912, arranged pri- marily for teachers. Send for general catalogue. Address the REGISTRAR, University of Oregon, EUGENE, OREGON SINGULAR First Person: I Love Second “ You love Third “ He loves She loves It loves PLURAL We love You love They love Everybody Loves Blue Mountain Ice Cream, Sherbert and Creams.... Pure Wholesome Delicious ®lje ©mttamma 89 SILVERTHORNE’S FAMILY DRUG STORE Phone Main 7 A. B C. LAUNDRY C. S. L. F. DUNN. Proprietors LA GRANDE, OREGON N. K. WEST, Wm. miller, President Vice-President T. J. SCROGGIN, H. E. COOLIDGE, Cashier Asst. Cashier The United States National Bank LA GRANDE, OREGON Boarh of Sirectors N. K. WEST Wm. MILLER T. J. SCROGGIN C. T. BACON A. T. HILL H. E. COOLIDGE J. F. CONLEY J. L. CAVINESS J. C. HENRY Bolton-Bodmer Company, Inc. WHOLESALE and RETAIL Commission Merchants Storage and Forwarding LA GRANDE, OREGON 90 ollje (OnutattttuB OREGON AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE Oregon's Scientific Technical Institution of Higher Learning Free Education for all the People. 97 Professors and Instructors. 22 Buildings. Modern Equipment DEGREE COURSES AGRICULTURE—Including Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Husbandry, Entomology, Horticulture, Poultry Husbandry, and Veterinary Science. Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineer- ing, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Domestic Science and Art, Forestry, Commerce and Pharmacy. OTHER COURSES Secondary and Winter Courses: Agricultural Forestry, Domestic Science and Art, Commerce and Mechanic Arts. Music, Voice, Piano, Violin, Stringed and Band Instruments Illustrated Literature mailed free on application. New Catalogues ready for distribution June 1st. REGISTRAR OREGON AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE Corvallis, Oregon The most promising investment in La Grande is to be found in Residence Lots in RIVERSIDE ADDITION Within easy reach of the Railroad Shops, the Palmer Mill and the Business District. An investment that will bring a profit of 20 per cent annually. SEE Wm. Miller Bro. 1107 Adams Avenue. LA GRANDE, OREGON . utye ODmnamtUH 91 Geo. h. Currey SIEGRIST CO. REAL ESTATE JEWELERS - OPTICIANS LA GRANDE, OREGON The largest jewelry store in Eastern Oregon HOTEL SOMMER H. T. LOVE GEO. E. GOOD, PROP. Watchmaker, Jeweler and Engraver LA GRANDE, OREGON 1212 1-2 ADAMS AV. THE CASH BAZAAR FOUR CHAIRS BATH NOTHING OVER KELLY'S BARBER 25 CTS. SHOP 1203 ADAMS AVENUE SILVERTHORNE’S FAMILY DRUG STORE 92 (Eijr (9mnattmtfl FRED. J. HOLMES, Pres. W. J. CHURCH, Vice-Pres. F. L. MEYERS, Cas. EARL ZUNDEL, Asst. Cas. Organized 1887 La Grande National Bank Of LA GRANDE, OREGON UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT DEPOSITORY UNITED STATES POSTAL SAVINGS DEPOSITORY Capital and Surplus, $215,000.00 E. E. Kirtley LADIES-READY-TO-WEAR MILLINERY “Courteous Treatment to All AGENTS FOR Townes Gloves Wayne Knit Hosiery R. G. Corsets Hypatia Corsets Pendleton Indian Robes (TI|p GDmttamutB 93 YoungWomen! Young Men! We have one of the nicest lines of summer dresses ever shown in La Grande All New and Stylish Prices $2.50 to $15 GEI BEL ’S The LA GRANDE HARDER SHOP JOLLY ELLIS, Proprietors In Every Respect the Most Modern In Eastern Oregon A R C A I) E T HEAT R E REFINED ENTERTAINMENT FOR YOUNG AND OLD RATES 50C TO $1.50 PHONE MAIN 713 SAVOY HOTEL EUROPEAN PLAN E. E. MEYERS, PROP. LA GRANDE. ORE. Foley Brother’s Cigar Store Do you know that we can supply you with all your wants in the furn- ishing line? Eagle Shirts, Silver Collars, Fancy Hose, Swell Hats and Ties in endless variety. GEIBEL’S 94 (Tljf QDnmttamtfi Announcement Third Assembly of Grande Ronde Chautauqua JUNE 29 to JULY 8 The Chautauqua movement of today has become one of the most important factors in moral and social life and the influence that is wielded from the Chautauqua platform at the present time is incal- culable. It is the people’s movement. It is a protest against the isolation of a rural community. It is an attempt at the amelioration of the old idea of all work and no amusement or recreation. The third annual session of the Grande Ronde Chautauqua Asso- ciation will be held in Riverside Park from June 28 to July 8, inclu- sive. The entertainers that have been secured for the occasion are the best that money can buy. The individual reputation of each person upon the program is world-wide in his or her specialty or profession, and it is presented with the feeling that it could not be improved upon at any figure. The Chicago Operatic Company will present four programs, and it is safe to say that no such company as this talented organiza- tion has ever appeared in any but the larger cities. They will appear in costume in Faust, Martha, Romeo and Juliet and other operas, and also in selections from oratorios and concerts. The Chicago Operatic Company is the best musical organization in the concert world, and the management, of the Chautauqua is deserving of the thanks of every lover of music for presenting for their consideration so talented a group of artists. The Cambridge Players are to the dramatic world what the Chicago Operatic Company is to the musical. They will appear in scenes from the masterpieces of the stage, such as “The Rivals,” “Henry V,” “As You Like It,” “Guy Mannering,” and other plays, and in original sketches. The Cambridge Players have been coached under the directon of Mr. Elias Day. eljp ODntttamutB 95 Third Assembly of Grande Ronde Chautauqua, June 29 to July 8 John Mitchell, Vice President of the American Federation of Labor, the most important figure in Industrial and Trade Union movements, will lecture upon July Fourth. La Grande, numbering as she does within her confines hundreds of members of organized labor, should outdo herself in the honor of the talented leader who has done much for the cause. Members of the various local unions will co-operate with the Chautauqua Board in arranging the details of the engagement. The Chautauqua Board is to have the expert assistance of Mr. S. Platt Jones, who will act as Platform Manager and Superin- tendent during the entire session and for two weeks previous to the session. Mr. Jones has made life work of Chautauquas and his ex- perience will greatly assist in helping to keep things moving. Mr. Jones is himself an entertainer and will appear in programs through- out the next ten days. Lou J. Beauchamp is probably the most widely known lecturer upon the Lyceum platform today. He will deliver two lectures, July 6th and 7th, the subjects to be announced later. Mr. Beauchamp has lectured in every state in the Union, and where ever he has been, he has been asked to return. Byron’s Troubadors, a musical company composed of seven persons, Mexican Gypsies, have proved to be the sensations where- ever they appeared. They will appear in four or five performances. Camping. The finest camping grounds you ever saw are to be enjoyed at the Chautauqua grounds. All the comforts of camp life without any of the discomforts incident to an outing far from your cozy home, Get a tent, hire a dray and haul your own comfortable bed to the camping grounds and you will wonder why you never thought of the idea before. Meals to be had on the grounds. Beaver Creek water, all you want of it. Grand Ronde River to swim in, and a swimming teacher to show the kids how to take care of themselves in the water. For further particulars, general information and tenting accomomdations address either WILLIAM MILLER, dr. w. d. McMillan, President Secretary SILVERTHORNE’S FAMILY DRUG STORE 96_________________ODmnamnta_________________ SIEVKRT IIORNF 8 FAMILY DRUG STORE TrfeTtfas rSuif Trade Mark Reg. 1912 Young Man Do you realize how much your success depends on the kind and quality of clothing you wear? SOCIETY BRAND CLOTHES FOR YOUNG MEN AND MEN WHO STAY YOUNG are the highest type of ready-to- wear clothes made. They have that air of distinction found only in the best dressed men. There are 27 distinct features found only in Society Brand Clothes. Let us show you what they are. Prices $20 to $30. N. K. WEST THE QUALITY STORE East Oregon Publishing Company High Class Catalogue and Color Work. Commercial and Society Printing. “The Omnannus” is a Sample of Our Printing. Give Us a Trial Order. Well Please PHONE MAIN 71 LA GRANDE + • • • ••• -,,� •� , 4 ■ '•r'sJZ- ■ . •• - fcv •- 3 --- S =v%. .v'lftSL' 7 • ■ 73 - — ■� - — •• .� ...-► tSSM r- %s .J3 :rr ■ ■ - ?-. t- £££?£ iC 'tszP. r 3mL r aau. . : ■.- V :5pS'vas;, srt. a. Trr v;; v v«Ci. - v I ►; 'W;v .1 A. «rtf V TH- T%. • • -r- � •: - v- —••-•-� '•— . U.v% i • . -• , . ■ • „ . . . V. LS-- - - --, % • . , � g§t|gg • v ■ -%2£s L : J-