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

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Mary Wright Be gone dull books for you I hair no long- ing” Nome Economics Club, 1, 2; Volleyball, 3; Glee Club, 3. •4: Chorus, 3, 4; A. G. S. Chairman, 4; l.ig Sister. 3, 4; Senior Sextet, 4: A. G. S. Skit, 3. Class History The Class of ’28 entered La Grande High School in the fall of 1924. Since all freshmen are supposed to be green, they chose for their motto Green Leaves Never Fall.” The officers for that first successful year were Tom Bruce, President, Forrest Holmes, Vice-President and Edna Gekeler Baxter, Secretary-Treasurer. The sponsors for that year were Miss Thompson and Mrs. Young. As far as freshmen may be successful, these Rooks of ’24 had a big year. They won first place in the stunt contest and showed that they had good possibilities in athletics and music. Live wires for this year were Dorothy Brownton and Marion Crowe. In the fall of 1925 the Class of ’28 returned, one year wiser and one year nearer the goal of graduation. Tom Bruce was reelected President, Richard Geist Vice-President and Edna Gekeler Baxter Secretary-Treasurer. This year as in the preceding year, the Class of ’28 showed its worth. They gave a tea for their parents, and were also rep- resented in the operetta by such members as Ed Buchanan, Marion Crowe and Tom Bruce. They did well in athletics, probably having a few more girls than boys take part. The school year of 1926 began with much success for the Junior Class. The officers for the year were Marion Crowe, President; Sylvia Malone, Vice-President, and Edna Baxter Secretary-Treasurer. This year Marjorie Reynolds and Richard Geist were the live wires. The sponsors were Mrs. Hays, Miss Lee and Mr. Thomas. The Junior Play presented was Captain Applejack,” and with such members as Marion Crowe, Bertha Bantz, Edna Baxter, Vernal Shoemaker and others taking the parts, the play couldn’t help being one of the best ever presented in La Grande High School. The Juniors took second place in the stunt contest. They also gave a successful tea for their mothers. In athletics they showed their merit, though they were not represented by a large number. A number of the girls and boys won athletic letters. The Senior year, is of course, the greatest year in the life of any high school student. The year started well, with Miss Lillie, Mr. Hawk and Mr. McEachran advisors, and the class officers as follows: President, Vernal Shoemaker, Vice-President, Richard Geist and Secretary-Treasurer, Ruth Irwin. Though the Seniors were very busy studying and taking part in all other activities that take up so much time of such worthy individuals, they found time to give a very successful tea for their mothers, put on a very good stunt, and give another splendid play. This year the play chosen was Kempy,” and the cast included the following seniors: Tom Bruce, Wilma Schroeder, Martina Sams, Kenneth Owen, Phillis Ansell, Edwin Rogers, Amy Brown and Vernal Shoemaker. The Senior Class of ’28 is the largest that has ever graduated from La Grande High School. They leave behind them four successful years, and look forward to a successful future for all. 81 UN? . 19

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Jaunita Annie Spencer— Skelter” General Course Wee, modesty young damsel.” April Antics, 2; Operetta, 2, 3, 4: Glee Club, 3. 4; Chorus, 2, 3, 4; Senior Sextet, 4; Gym Exhibition, 3. Bernice La Verne Swinehart— Dizzy” General Course Diligently seeking the germ of knowledge.” Weiser High, 1, 2; Cove High, 3. Bethel Trill Music is the universal language of mankind.” Enterprise, 1 ] »: Operetta, 3; Glee Club, 2. 3, 4; Chorus, 3, 4; Mimik Staff, 4. Thomas Howard WALLSINGER— Tom” He has striven and achieved.” Glee Club, 1. 2, 3, 4; Oper- etta, 1, 3; Class B. B.. 1, 2, 3. 4; Basketball, 2. 3, 4: Junior IMay, 3: Track Man- ager, 3: Jr.-Sr. Banquet Committee, 3; Class Foot- ball, 3. Louise Christine Wetzel College Preparatory If she has any faults she has kept us in doubt.” tonor Roll, 2, 3, 4: Trail Seekers, 3, 4; A. G. S. Com- mittee, 2, 3, 4: Latin Club, 1, 2, 3: History Club, 4: Big Sister. 4. David Wilford Stoddard— Wile” Five foot two, eyes of blue, has anybody seen my girl?” Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Class B. B., 1, 4; Class Stunt, 1; Track, 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Track, 1, 2, 3. 4; Captain B. B., 4: Athletic Carnival, 1: Glee Club, 2, 4; Music Contest, 2; Boys’ Quartet, 2; Mixed Quartet, 2; Operetta, 2. 4. Isabelle Symons—”Ish” College Preparatory She will when she will and she won't when she won't.” Latin Club, 1, 2, 3; Band. 4; Orchestra, 3; A. G. S. Com- mittee, 2, 3, 4; A. G. S. Stunt. 4; Trail Seekers, 3. 4: Big Sister, 4; Senior Play Usher, 4. Irma La Vf.rda Turner— Turner” Business Course If the world like it not so much the worse for them” Sacred Heart Academy, 2: Glee Club, 3, 4: Chorus, 3. 4; Senior Sextet, 4; Volley- ball, 3; Class B. B., 4; Gym Exhibition, 4: Operetta, 3. 4: Honor Roll, 3, 4. F.rma Ruth Watkins She is well paid that is satisfied.” Latin Club, 1, 2; A. G. S. ( hairman, 3, 4; Baseball, 3; Volleyball, 3, 4; Honor Roll. '4. George Chalmere Wolfe Bud” llis is the spirit that wins” Baker High, L 2, 3; Basket- ball. 4: Class B. B., 4; Foot- ball, 4; Track. 4; Class Foot- ball. 4. 18

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Junior Class The Junior Class of ’29 is now on the third mile stone of its career, having passed the Freshman and Sophomore years with flying colors. At the head is the President, Lawrence Bay, assisted by Cleland Wallsinger, Vice- President, and Ruth Durland, Secretary-Treasurer. These officers have helped the Junior Class overcome all obstacles with the aid of Mr. Thomas. Our class numbering nearly 140, is said to be the largest Junior Class in Eastern Oregon. Football, the opening activity of the season, attracted many Junior boys but the first big event of the year was the Junior Play, A Pair of Sixes.” This was heralded with great success. The money realized from the play was used to defray the expenses of the Junior-Senior Banquet held April 26. The banquet was one of the most enjoyable socials of the year. The tea held on February ro, revealed some of the remarkable talent in the class. Jane Stange, the general chairman, was assisted by able committees, and through their efforts, pleasing results were achieved. Perhaps the most outstanding thing that this class has accomplished is the adoption of the standard” school ring. This was received with enthusiasm by the entire Student Body. The ring will be used for a period of three years at least, and we hope, indefinitely. A large number of the Juniors have participated in the other various school activities such as band, orchestra, and Glee Club. Every function has been entered with pep and the finest of school spirit” has been shown by the Juniors through the whole year. The Mascot fight held in April closed the contest between the Juniors and Seniors and was a happy event enjoyed by all. 20 —Jennie Nielson.