La Salle Peru Township High School - Ell Ess Pe Yearbook (La Salle, IL)

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WE ARE THANKFUL K A :ss L-J.. V 7 I ff' r . V' I, --s ui.. The word progress lhas1'meant to move, go ahead or increase in proficiency. Year by year we find advancements made in every field of life. Some advancements are made slowly, others rapidly. Never- the-less they forget their way to the front to gain recognition. ln our community notable progress has been made in the educational field. The l.a Salle-Peru Town- ship l'ligh School represents proficiency in education. As an institution of learning, it has forged ahead and gained recognition. From a tiny school in the late nineteenth century to a well-equipped and well directed educational center-that is the story of La Salle-Peru's progress. For a community of our size we are fortunate to possess such an educational institution as l.-P. l'ligh. ln it are Fields of opportunity for all students, organizations of more than ordinary interest, athletics for sports-minded youths and an excellent faculty. l.a Salle-Peru gives the student an opportunity to malce friends,gain lcnowledge, cultivate person- ality, follow particular vocations and further develop his character. During his school life certain in- cidents are imprinted upon the student's mind, never to be forgotten. All in all the student thoroughly enjoys his stay at this school, and it is with a sigh and a countenance that the graduate leaves his Alma Mater. During the school's rise to prominence certain generous friends aided greatly. Through con- tributions the high school and junior college possess many worlcs of art which are especially notable in an institution of secondary education. There are a half dozen original oil paintings, several largetap- estries, twelve busts, in both marble and bronze, approximately thirty etchings, fifteen engravings, and imported carbon reproductions,mezzo-tints,and photogravures to the number of one hundred thirty-five. Through the generosity of many persons and the liberal provisions of the Township Board of Education we are able to enjoy a remarlcable library. ln it are volumes of considerable value, which are especially useful for research work. ltalso possesses numerous reference boolcs, some in foreign lang- uages. The Matthiessen Memorial Auditorium is another outstanding feature of our high school. Mrs. Eda Matthiessen and Mrs. Adele Blow made its construction possible, and it has been dedicated to the late Mr. and Mrs. F. W, Matthiessen. The former also contributed an Aeolian organ and a Stein- way Grand piano. The citizens of the community have played an important part in the progress of the high school. To them and to all who contributed to the high school the Class of '37 speaks with sincerity when they say, We are thankful. 14

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ELL PE TRADITIONS N79 Q We , s . Trista msgs! .Wu M' lf'- aailr' Come all students of L-P. High, We will shout our cheers to the sky With our colors flying on high, Loyalty will never die. ERE at La Salle-Peru we have traditions which we fondly cherish, and rightly too. To play against St. Bede's in all athletic contests, especially football and basketball is something that we always look forward to with great hope and expectation. To us here at L-P. High, that had become an accepted tradition. Just as we patiently wait for the season to roll around so that we can play St. Bede's, then too the Thanksgiving football game encourages us to attain greater success than that which we now enjoy. The Blow Medal, given through the generosity of Mr. George P. Blow, is a traditional award and a very much coveted honor. lt is given annually to the graduating senior boy who has excelled in general athletic contests, who possesses leadership and character, and who has been of service both to the school and the community. The first award was given in 1992. The Old Boys' A. A. Banquet has been held every year so long that it has become a tradition here at Ell Pe. lt is a get-together for the football teams, both heavyweight and lightweight, the coaches, the superintendent, and an outstanding guest speaker is usually present. At this banquet new football cap- tains are elected and football awards are handed out. Traditionally speaking, as each season in its turn rolls 'round, one or another class or classes at La Salle-Peru High School presents a program Fitting to the occasion. Some of these are Armistice Day program, a Thanksgiving assembly, and a Christmas convocation. The honor of participating in the Chirstmas program presentation has been traditionally handed down to the Freshman Girls' Chorus, which annually presents a splendid program. Here at L-P. every student, looks for- ward to Tuesday afternoon, 1:55. Why? Because it is then that we have our weekly get together in our splendid aud- itorium. On that day we have programs, be it home talent or professional appearances. Every student who feels that he has any ability can try out for one of these weekly all-school home room programs. This home-room system of school government is another of our accepted traditions. Report cards are issued every six weeks through the home-rooms. Naturally, some look forward to this day with high hopes and expectations, while by the countenances and downcast looks of others, it is easy indeed to surmise that it is report card day. The sophomores at Christmas give a Christmas party for the members of the faculty, each of whom is presented a gift. Each junior class displays its dramatic abilities in the Junior Play. By the process of repetition it is now the practice for the senior class to present the Senior Play which all eagerly await. ln the late spring of the last two years the juniors have sponsored a party, known as the Junior-Senior Party. At this party, the queen, a senior, is chosen by popular vote. 15