Lancaster High School - Mirage Yearbook (Lancaster, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1917 volume:

THE MIRAGE Published by the Senior Class of 1917 Lancaster High School 4 . V- 2 MIRAGE To Our Beloved Teacher MISS DAVIDSON This Book is Affectionately Dedicated MIRAGE 3 [VERY HIGH SCHOOL should have among its teachers at least one Miss Davidson.” This is the sentiment expressed by one of her fellow-teachers a few years ago and those who know Miss Davidson and are closely in touch with the results of her work all along thro’ the years feel that it was well said. There is no one connected with the Lancaster schools who has been so long in continuous service as Miss Davidson and surely no one has given more unsparingly of self to the up-building of our schools as we know them today- The fact that she is possessed of a sunshiny disposition and a keen sense of humor has helped her mightily to withstand the wear and tear of long contact with ‘‘Young America” and has enabled her to become the strong force that she is today in the lives of her students- As one enters her school-room he partakes unconsciously of its at- mosphere. He is not long there until he realizes that at that desk sits one who draws upon rich fountains of knowledge and experience for the truths which she presents, who is sympathetic and companionable enough to get his view point but who never sacrifices her quiet dignity to win his favor and who has the rare gift of being firm without becom- ing tyrannical. Unconsciously he gives her his best, not because she demands it, but because he delights to give it. It is not only among the student-body that Miss Davidson is beloved but those who teach with her give her the same devotion. It has been her lot to welcome into the ranks every teacher who is now associated with her in the High School. All have felt the warmth and sincerity of her greeting. Those of us who began our teaching experience here are drawn to her by peculiar bonds. It is within the power of an experienced teacher to make or mar the career of a beginner. Miss Davidson never hinders but always helps the new-comer. Her frequent words of encouragement, her quiet bits of counsel, and her loyal friendship are priceless treasurers to many of us. Indeed, as teachers and students together, in speaking of Miss Davidson, we can always say as did Halleck in speaking of his friend Drake: ‘‘None knew thee but to love thee, None named thee but to praise.” —Mabel E. Curtiss. MIRAGE LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL MIRAGE 5 WHERE YOU ARRIVE 6 MIRAGE MIRAGE 7 UPT. J. R. CLEMENTS, came to us with the beginning of the school year. It rarely happens that any school is fortunate enough to possess a man with so much force of character or one who has accomplished as much in one school year as has this man. He immediately established co-operation and good-fellowship among his teachers which we, as students, soon felt. He always meets us on the level with that kind, friendly smile and passing word, which made our work a little easier for the rest of the day. In spite of the failure of the $150,000 bond issue of the year be- fore, Mr- Clements soon threw his untiring efforts into the task of gain- ing $250,000 to be expended upon the schools during the coming year. This means for our high school an addition larger than the present building, with Domestic Science Department complete; increased Lab- oratory facilities; enlargement of all our departments and a fine large library. Whether we went to the football field, the basketball or baseball games. Mr. Clements was always there, helping to bear the standards of both school and team. All branches of Athletics have been started in the grades and friendly contests have been arranged—all of which mean advancement for our H. S. and a unison in all branches of work in our public schools. Not content with this, our Superintendent began to talk, teach and argue “Thrift. Contests have been planned in which semester themes have been written by practically every member of the H. S. on some phase of this all-important question. Through Mr. Clement’s efforts, a sum of $50 has been provided to be given out as prizes, in the form of bank accounts to the students who prove themselves winners in this contest. Mr. Clement's watch words are: “Thrift, Co- operation and Goodfellowship.” MIRAGE 9 M R. D. M- HICKSON began his work as Principal last fall, al- though he has been associated with the school, as a teacher, for five years prior to this. Our students soon felt that a new re- gime had been established and that a decidedly pleasant one. Every boy and girl has received a square deal, whenever they have had any dealings with the office or with Mr. Hickson. A man of few words, his actions have spoken and the results are highly gratifying. Mr. Hickson has an M. A. from Ohio State and is well qualified to hold the position of trust which was conferred upon him last spring. Perhaps the most note-worthy of all his beneficial acts, is the Self- Government which he inaugurated early in his term. We, as students, have come to realize the immense confidence and trust which he has reposed in us and it’s always our heartiest co-operation and support which we give our Principal. o Top Row—.John Flood, Everitt McCandlish, Lawrence Thomas, Dean Hickson, Prin., Howard S. Currier, J. M. Ogen, Frank Sutton. Middle Row—Kathleen Floyd, Ethel Reasoner, Kathryn Laumer, Rosella Highland, Mary Soule, Catharine Drinkle, Mary Silbaugh Myrtle Winterhalter. Bottom Row—Etta Mowery, Adele Aten, Catherine Maxwell, Mabel Curtiss, Lacie Perfect. MIRAGE MIRAGE WHERE YOU GET YOUR MAIL 12 MIRAGE 30 VHIM 14 MIRAGE MIRAGE 15 16 MIRAGE MIRAGE 18 MIRAGE , . -vT TO y A MIRAGE 19 9 7 7 20 MIRAGE 1z ao vhi w 22 MIRAGE MIRAGE 23 i Gs C N 0° ° i i°i y 24 MIRAGE MIRAGE 25 26 MIRAGE CLASS WILL LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF CLASS '17 OF LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL. We, the Seniors of Class 1917, Lancaster High School, county of Fairfield, and StaU of Ohio, being of sound mind and disposing memory and understanding do make, pub- lish and declare this our last will and test- ament, hereby revoking all former wills and bequests of whatever nature made by us at any time heretofore. Item 1. We bequeath to each member of our loving and idolized faculty a clus- ter of that aromatic shrub—rosemary for rememberance of us. Item 2. We give, devise and bequeath to the Freshmen Class, a new school build- ing and hope that they will continue thru- out their irksome days the spirit with which the building was secured; also, all the jour- neys homeward after delinquent grade cards. For information concerning the tricks of this trade, we refer them to Ger- ald Hewetson or John Silbaugh. And we leave to them a copy of D. M. Hickson’s tried and true rules which follow: 1. When you come to school, come in person and get here on time. You must economize on account of the war, and yel- low paper pads are much more expensive than white ones, even though they are sometimes less desirable. 2. Go to class once in a while, it reliev- es the tedium and helps to escape work and to pass away the time between 8 and 4:03. 3. As soon as you arrive, pick out a girl and then take her to everything. (They like it?) 4. If you want to say anything dove- like, don’t tell her she is pigeon-toed! Finally: Don’t stay away from church, even if beds are not furnished. The preach- er expects you! We do advise that these rules be follow- ed, for it is frequently quoted that “an ounce of prevention is better than an hour of period eleven.’’ Item 3. To the Sophomores we be- queath the supreme right of class spreads, in whatever manner or under whatever name they may think best, and we sincere- ly hope that they will receive as much pleasure from their functions as has been received by members of the Senior Class from their frequent parties, hay-rides, sleigh-rides and “Hot Dog’’ roasts during the past year. We gladly will to them the best and most comfortable seats at the fre- quent entertainments, provided only that they pay the required admission. With en- viable regret we leave to them the rather unpleasant and suddenly sick feeling which is felt about every six weeks when mother answers the telephone and hears a few re- liable reports about her delinquent son. If you desire further knowledge, see Wright Amerine. We also impart to them a ray of hope that they will enjoy the frequent chapel exercises of next year as much as we have the long tedious ones of this year. Item 4. To the Juniors we give and be- queath the Senior Dignity, which we should have had, but didn’t, for Miss Reasoner continually assured us that we acted worse than Freshmen; to them also we leave per- haps the greatest item of our will—our standard! and we direct that it shall be maintained in the same High Degree in which we have placed it; we bequeath to them our student government and hope that they will carry it forward to such a success that the cause of its origin will dis- appear; and we will to them Robert Giesy’s book entitled “Common Sense Physics”, which, although rare, delicate and contain- ed in a few pages, may with care be stret- ched over an entire year. Item 5. To Mr. Thomas we bequeath a simplified, modernized, standardized, un- debatable German Grammar. Item 6. To Donald Hunter. Claude Jewell, and Pats Pairan, we will the arts and devises for framing “white slip” ex- cuses, now held by Harry McClanahan, Ralph Brenner and Walter Noles. These have reduced the practice to such a condi- tion that it is easier to skip than to go t' MIRAGE 27 school. Item 7. Because of the inability to find a sufficiently talented vocalist, we were un- able to bequeath to any one the place of Guy Jackson, soloist and entertainer of the Boys’ Glee Club. The Senior Class air leaves a great gap in the choral clubs, which time alone can fill, and as for our singing in Chapel, Well! any kind of a noise is pleasing to hear sometimes. Item 8. To the school we leave such personages as Forest Brandt, Bess Baker, Vorys McLaughlin, Wright Amerine, Will Kiefaber, Judson Morris and John Sil- baugh, who started out the year with us, but, because of a love for the school, the teachers, (or vice versa?) other classes of individuals, have postponed their depart- ure just a little longer. Item 9. To those who have gone back “to the farm we bequeath the hope that they will carry throughout life their abil- ity to forsee coming disasters and thus es- cape such things as examinations, rhetori- cal and note books. Item 10. And, separately, we make the following individual bequests: To a local optician, we leave a Maxwell, which we trust will be guarded safely; to Mr. Flood we bequeath a supply of chewing wax, garden implements and a limited amount of bluff and hot air; to Mr. Sutton, the lady admirer, we will the surplus athletic funds and a dictionary of varied slang phrases; to the teachers who will have to endure Vorys McLaughlin in the vears to come, we bequeath the right to use, as projectiles, all movable property, such as vases, erasers and books. (Will the President of the Junior Class please come forward- Pres. Carl Nourse appears. Also Gerald Hewetson with an unplaned ladder and Russell Lloyd with a finished one decorated in green and white.) This first ladder, still in the rough, is the one with which we started off our high school course. The second, which was sim- ilar to the first, but which has been worn smooth by four years of laborsome climb- ing is the ladder by which the Senior Class has risen to their fame. We bequeath to the Junior Class this ladder, decorated with our colors, green and white, in order that they may attain a degree approaching our present sublimity. We give, devise and bequeath equally all the rest and residue of our personal property, whatsoever and wheresoever, of what nature, kind and quality soever that is not hereinbefore given and disposed of. (after paying our debts and Commence- ment expenses), to Miss Drinkle and Mr- McCandlish, when they shall have reached the age of 21. And we do constitute and appoint Miss Curtiss, Miss Larimer and Mr. Hickson, of our said faculty, as the executors of this, our last will and testament. In Testimony Whereof we, the said Sen- ior Class, have to this our last will and test- ament, set our hand and seal, this the thirt- ieth day of April, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and seventeen. (Signed), CLASS OF 1917. Lancaster High School. —By George H. Rutherford. Signed, sealed, published and declared by the said Senior Class as and for their last will and testament, in the presence of us, who have hereunto subscribed our nam- es at their request as witnesses thereto, in the presence of the said Senior Class and of each other. Russell Lloyd. Mildred Baker Mary Hood. Gerald Hewetson. 28 MIRAGE CLASS HISTORY (Louise Wilson). The raindrops, falling from Heaven and alighting upon the river, instantly become a part of it. Scores of these tiny drops form a ripple, which little by little becomes stronger until, at last, there is a mighty wave. Some of the water is taken up into the air again, some drops become separated from their wave and join others, while all along its path the wave is joined by small drops of water on their way to the sea. Such has been the history of the Class of 1917, one of the largest, and not the least illustrious classes which ever entered Lan- caster High School. Four years ago, ninety-six rain drops coming from various tributaries of the river of Education, entered the main stream and formed the ripple of 1917. This ripple be- came stronger and stronger until there was a mighty wave, from which some of the drops departed to join the wave of the Work-a day World, while two floated away upon the wave of Matrimony. Our Freshman activities were neither numerous nor varied, consisting of a single class meeting called for the purpose of ap- pointing a committee to arrange a stunt for the Senior Carnival. This meeting was characterized by the usual pandemonium of Freshman gatherings, and by Mr. Cur- rier’s heroic attempts to bring order out of chaos. He must have succeeded to some de- gree at least, for the committee was actual- ly appointed, and the stunt, “The Seven Wonders of the World”, as finally pulled off, reflected credit to the committee and made the Sophs. Juniors and Seniors sit up and take notice that what they may have considered a bunch of innocents would soon prove to be a force with which to be reckoned in L. H. S. The usual tragedies came at the close of the Freshman year when a number of our drops assumed the past tense and were dropped, so many in fact that the roll call at the beginning of our Sophomore year was responded to by only seventy. Since this was a scriptural number, however, we still had a feeling that we were the chosen ones and proceeded to fortify ourselves against future losses by making friends with Caesar and his associates of the Soph- omore year. Unfortunately, too many joined the Cav- alry branch of Caesar’s army and when forced to dismount for tests, exams, and finals, found that their long unused pedals would not support them, although Miss Curtiss almost equalled the marvelous feats of Bonesetter Reese in her valiant ef- forts to save them. It was during this year that the class proved its title to a place in the Hall of Fame of L. H. S. by producing a master- piece in art under the title of “The Human Organ”, as its stunt for the Junior Hal- lowe’en Fair. It is beyond the scope of the historian to attempt a detailed or technical description of this instrument and it is per- haps sufficient to say that it was fearfully and wonderfully made, skillfully manipu- lated by Emmett Speriky, having numerous internal workings. The raindrops, during the latter part of this year, visited Buckeye Lake. It was supposed to be a picnic of Sophomore rain- drops only, but there were others there as the cohorts of Jupiter Pluvius held a con- vention at the Lake the same day and got rather mixed with our crowd. Our ardor was somewhat dampened but neither rain mud nor automobiles ditched, could separ- ate us from the good time we set out to have. The record of this year could not be com- plete without mention at least of the de- lightful journeys o’er time and o’er space we took in Ancient History under the hap- py guidance of Miss Davidson, for who has ever known her but to Jove her? But hark ! the thunders crash, the billows roll, the waves dash high-nay, nay, noth- ing but the Soph Finals, but to some of our sprightly drops they meant finis. They might just as well have splashed over the MIRAGE 29 edge of the universe so far as we were concerned. Ah, Well! Perhaps we may meet them again on life’s broad ocean, or in some cool- ing spring or purling rivulet—who knows- “For there’s a divinity that shapes our ends, rough-hew them how we may.’’ “Rivers will always have one shingly shore to play on where they can be shal- low and careless and happy and free,” says Carlyle. The “shingly shore” of High School life is the Junior year. Having weathered the storms of tests, exams and finals for two strenuous years they emerge quietly, con- fidently, joyously into the smooth current of Junior days. “Then, if ever, come per- fect days” for what is so rare as the days of a junior. Memories crowd thick and fast upon the historian of these days for there was something doing every day. We must pause to note the departure of Mr. Brashares to become Superintendent of Hocking County Schools, and to record the elevation of Mr. Thomas to the posi- tion of Prncipal of L. H. S. Both were men of high ideals and our lives will be enrich- ed by their influence. We had never been fully organized as a class, but this was one of the first acts of the Junior year. On September 22, 1915, we elected the following officers: President, Russell Lloyd; Vice-President, Mary Hood; Secretary, Mildred Baker, Treasurer; Francis Pannabecker, Sergeant at Arms, John Silbaugh; Mirage Represen- tative, Eloise Tidd. Class colors chosen were green and white; class flower, red rose bud; motto, “Desire to do well.” This year we had charge of an auction sale at the Senior Carnival. Owing to the arts and wiles of John Silbaugh who acted as auctioneer this proved to be the best money maker of the evening. According to custom, we banqueted the football team and this was voted one of the most enjoyable social events of the year. Our class play “Rooms for Rent” was well patronized and was accorded by those in attendance one of the best plays ever staged at L. H. S- The Junior-Senior banquet marked the high tide of the year for the Juniors and was even quite favorably commented up- on by the Seniors. The class picnic was held under more favorable conditions than the year before and consisted of less experience and more enjoyment. And again the waters are troubled, the rain drops agitated. Some, indeed a ma- jority I may say, bubbled brightly through by the honorary route, while a few, alas, were “all het up” by Junior exams and finals, a very few to the point of ebulli- tion and elimination. “A sad farewell; we could have better spared a better man”. The closing scene—the Senior year— that seemed not long ago so far removed is here, alas, too soon, for scarce have we settled to the serious toil for which we came hither than we are told to pack our books and say farewell—a long farewell. But ere we go we crave a parting word. This year has been little different, we venture, than the corresponding year of all previous classes of L. H. S. We have had the usual Senior studies and activities, in which, while we may not have excelled all previous performers, we have put forth earnest, honest effort. We have not been disinclined to heed the direction and advice of those who have been selected to rule ov- er us, and to each and every teacher who has borne with our faults and commended our efforts and our virtues, we bid an af- fectionate farewell. We bespeak their kind indulgence of the erring Juniors, Sophs and Freshies until, in the fullness of time and by the acquisition of sufficient knowledge and discretion, each class in turn shall occupy our present happy em- inence and shall pass on to join the great ocean of human endeavor and achieve- ment upon whose shores we have now ar- rived. The waters are agitated by the most aw- ful storm that has ever swept the earth and the stoutest hearts may w’ell tremble. Who knows but that the Class of 1917 is come to the kingdom for such a time as this? 30 MIRAGE Scene:—Madame Parlor. Time:—May 1917. Madame Levinski gazing fixedly into a medium:— Ah, the future is so unusually clear this evening that I feel confident that the desti- ny and future fortune o+ class of T7 will be revealed. Yes, the globe, is becoming clear and I am able to distinguish more and more the signs. First is being revealed the fu- ture of the one who guided us safely thru the sea of school tribulations but almost became stranded himself, our President Russell Lloyd. He shall continue to be a leader and will be recognized as such by the National Government. Before twenty years have passed he will have assumed his duties as Ambassador to China and hav- ing become very much infatuated with a Chinese heiress he will fall the victim of Cupid’s arrow and marry her for her Or- iental beauty and sense, (cents)- Professor Brasseur, who is to be the dis- tinguished director of a remarkable “Two- Piece” Orchestra will entertain the Presi- dents and greatest citizens of both conti- nents. The personnell of the orchestra will be made up of prominent musicians, Noel Horn and Robert Sharp. But he will attribute his greatest success to the warb- lings of his concert soloist, Viola Thrush. The artistic mind of Harold Mayer will result in his opening an American Dress- making Establishment in Paris, with Eva Kneller and Edythe Cave as private secre- taries. Austin Gibbony, Ralph Beck and Albert Brehnstuhl will become joint owners of a large aeroplane factory in Buenos Ayres, which will average fifteen hundred mach- ines in daily output since the aeroplane will become the chief means of travel for flighty people. That “to love is to sacrifice” will be th( motto of Forest Rose Brandt for she must wait patiently through ten long years until “Tub” Silbaugh graduates and finds it op- portune to marry. Professor Dilger and his wife Relva will probably find life most exciting in Rock- bridge where “Dig” will accept the posi- tion of Professor of Chemistry and Physics in Rockbridge High School, and spend his leisure hours in coaching the “Varsity” team. But now the globe is cloudy. We must wait until it becomes clear. Ah! now I have the meaning of the indistinctness, for it bodes evil. Alas! Ruth Derbyshire and Dorothy Rarick have a sad future! They will be unfortunately disappointed in their love affairs and spend most of their life in a convent. Dorothy will find that this is the only sure cure for “giggles.” Agnes Bookwalter, Grace Friesner, Ruth Meeker and Jeanette Spears are forming a private Corporation, and after buying a large farm in Alaska, will take up agricul- tural pursuits and perfect a variety of skinless onions. George Rutherford will graduate from Harvard and spend the remaining years of his life in Rome making historical research to ascertain whether Virgil was the true author of the Aenead. But there is one member of the class des- tined to become the most popular 20th cen- tury novelist, Lawrence Raymond Derry. Derry’s greatest sensation will be a book of two thousand pages and two hundred and fifty beautiful illustrations entitled “The Girls I Left Behind Me in The West.” Fate will indeed smile upon “Dotty” Noles and give him boundless wealth be- cause of the inventive trend of his brain. His discovery of a “Patent Hair Restorer” based on his own experience will go far be- yond any similar attempts made in previous history. Ralph Eiman and Roy Sheets will find especial solace in Dotty’s Patent am therefore travel extensively as agents ft Nole’s Hair Restorer- “Hal” Phillips evidently decided upon his future career because of his decided success in editing the school paper for he will become editor of the National Wo- man’s Suffrage Journal which has its head- CLASS PROPHECY Levinski’s Spiritual MIRAGE 31 quarters in New York City. Eloise Tidd will ably assist Harold as Society Editor. And again the haze of indistinctness ap- pears. The future is so clouded that I fear the globe is being taxed to its utmost capac- ity. In the year 1936—Now I have it, in the year 1936 Mildred Hamilton and Rob- ert M. Giesy will enter the race for Gover- nor of Ohio. “Dick” will win out and af- ter his defeat Robert will accept the Presi- dency of a large Women's College in the East. Leland McCleery and his wife Ethel Tracy McCleery will certainly lead a ro- mantic life as farmers. “Lee” will accept Herr Thomas’ advice and choose this pur- suit because it requires more grey matter than any other occupation. Because of the demand and need for nurses and in response to the plea sent out by the American Red Cross Society, Elsie Tucker, Floy Sexauer, Shearl Miller, Abby Houser and Bernice Walter will enter the service and become very prominent pro- fessional nurses. St. Clair Burden assisted by Nellie Shan- er Burden will hold a lucrative position at Superintendent of a Deaf and Dumb Asy- lum in the Sandwich Islands Previous to this time, Saint will have made repeated at- tempts, all in vain, to compound a gas which inhaled into the cranium would keep the tongue in perpetual motion. Mignon Hummell will go to Washington as Senator from Ohio and the reduction of the present high cost of living will be due to the efforts of Senator Hummel. Mariam Grove will graduate from the Medical College at Ohio State and become a noted brain specialist. Elizabeth Schleich- er will succeed Miss Mowery as Instructor of Music in the Public Schools of Lancaster. It is utterly impossible to make out the next. All that is distinguishable is that it concerns Pearl Spears, Bess Baker, and Fannie Lake. Evidently the fate of Fan- nie and Bess has already been sealed as we know Pearl’s to be, and may they have all happiness in the field of Matrimony. The Salvation Army will need very ef- ficient workers in the future and under the leadership of Ralph Brenner and Harry McClanahan it will occupy a higher place in the social development of America- Several of the class will embark upon the Sea of Matrimony shortly after grad- uation. Among them will be Nellie Beh- rens and Frances Chapman. The former will marry a scientific farmer, and the lat- ter a lawyer of Cincinnati. About the same time the marriage of Mary E. Hood to a graduate of the class of 1914 will be solemnized. Isabelle Work will also test the value matrimonial life and after making three different trials finally give up in despair and in partnership with Marie Deffen- baugh supervise a Bachelor Girl’s Board- ing House on Fountain Square. Teddy Roosevelt’s Volunteer Army shall be greatly strengthened by the addition of several stalwart High School braves, Har- old Rohrbaugh, Harold Hughes, Ross George, Leo Hartman, George Burnstein, Frank Graf and Douglas Grimm. Elizabeth Kent and “Pud” McCleery, af- ter taking the required training will join the U. S. Aviation Corps and make some re- markable flights across Buckeye Lake. Paul Spears will investigate many trades and finally open a Beauty Parlor on Fift’ Ave., New York, making a specialty of Wigs and Switches of every hue imagin- able. Among his lady assistants will be Margaret Shonting and Myrtle Jane Horse- man. Mrs. Grace Me Morris Shott will establish a great reputation and win a fortune for herself as cartoonist for the Chicago Tri bune. Gerald Hewetson will live for the sole purpose of bettering the moral conditions of humanity and is now spending his leisure hours in preparing the lectures which will make him a famous reformer. His mor soul inspiring subjects will be “Why Don’t Smoke Cigarettes” and “The Frater- nity as a Public Menace.” The Self-Serving Grocery Store carrying everything from a toothpick to a fried chicken will be introduced to Lancaster cit- izens by Miss Brunella Dilger. MIRAGE Robert Louis Stevenson, having received the appointment as Captain-in-Chief of the First Submarine Passenger Line running from New York to Liverpool will in his first trip have as passengers, Rev. Hugh Silbaugh, D. D-, A. X. Z., Hon. Charles Rose, William Jennings Bryan and Henry Ford, who will attend the National Peace Conference to be held at Geneva, Switzer- land. After Hugh returns he will resume his duties as Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Sugar Grove. Marcella McClenaghan will teach sch several years and then marry an Italian Prince. How romantic! Herr Thomas, having retired from the teaching profession quite early in life, will give his undivided attention to farming and will be succeded by Herr Halderman as Instructor of Deutsch. But Harold will find life so monotonous that he will seek fame by writing a number of German- English songs such as “My Nose, She be Big Like a House,” etc. etc. Ruth Pierce wil suffer the singular fate of falling off the Y Bridge at Zanesville and of being heroically rescued by a prom- inent widower of that city, who will later marry her. Edwin Ruff will return to England as the distinguished valet of Lord Balfour and will be accompanied as far as London by Verena Lois White, who will spend several years abroad trying to reform the English School System. George Young will accept the Presi- dency of the “Retired Farmers’ and Bach- elors’ Association of Fairfield County”, while Ralph Strigle having surpassed all ex- pectations, will become an authority on Perfect Complexions and Youthfulness. Louise Wilson and Florence Stephens will carry on the work of the Humane So- ciety in Carroll and found a Home for Homeless rats and mice. But now the future is growing dark and 'I can scarcely read the fortune of the mighty Senior Guy Jackson. He will be a perfected example of a—a grace—now it is clearer. He will be a perfected example of a graceful dancer and his income as a Dancing Master will be so much that he will adopt Seven Homeless Waifs and thus pc form his fatherly and brotherly duty by raising Seven Little Guys to cherish his name forever. But alas! the medium has been taxed too strenuously and the globe has broken. Let each member perform his respective task so completely that his Alma Mater will be renowned throughout the world and the Class of 1917 will be an exceedingly bril- liant stone in the Alumni necklace of L. H. S. —Eleanor Pickering, ’17. w MIRAGE 33 POEMS “ALONE ON THE WILD WIDE SEA.” (Original Poem by Richard Mattox). 1. Alone on the wild, wide, sea, With nobody here but me Save my little dog “Jack” And a keg of hard tack Alone on the wild, wide sea. 2. Alone on the wild, wide sea, Just nobody but us three For three weeks and a day We’ve been drifting this way Alone on the wild, wide, sea. 2. Alone on the wild, wide sea, Is a very poor place to be With the sharks all around And no land to be found Alone on the wild, wide, sea. 4. Alone on the wild, wide, sea It certainly is lonesome, gee! There’s water, water, everywhere But not a drop of “Bevo” there Alone on the wild, wide, sea. 5. Alone on the wild, wide, sea With nobody here but me Save a keg of hard tack And my little dog “Jack” Alone on the wild, wide, sea. MY DREAM. Alas, I had a funny dream, Perhaps, it will interest you, As it concerns you each and all, Supt. and Miss Reasoner, too. I thought that I was old and stiff My hair was very gray, I was living in a foreign land ’Twas the twentieth century. My mind went back to childhood days, In memories bright and gay, Of school days spent at L. H. S. In the land so far away. A feeling sad crept o’er me As I thought that I must die, Without a sight of dear old home, And my friends of Lancaster High. And as I sadly pondered In my childhood days of yore, A great tall man with shaggy beard Knocked softly on my door. The poor man had but one eye, He was very tall and thin; He asked for a drink of water And, I kindly asked him in. He began to tell me the history Of what happened to his eye, He had it knocked out with a snowball When a student in Lancaster High- At once I was deeply interested, In what concerned his life; He was an inventor of air-ships And was now making tours with his wife. Suddenly his voice grew familiar I trembled and thot I would fall, For I recognized the stranger, He was “Tub” Silbaugh. He was headed straight for America In an air-ship made by his hands, And asked me to go with him and his wife Back to our native land. His wife was a very nice lady Her eyes were blue as the sky She was formerly Forrest Brandt A class mate at Lancaster High. No sooner than said, we started And floated three nights and days Going on west to our home land Many long miles away. We talked upon may subjects As we flew through the air like a bird Of our former teachers and schoolmates And these are the stories I heard. Lancaster High School no longer existed. Indeed it was sad to say, But it was swallowed up by an earth- quake One Stormy and Windy day. “Doc” Nourse had earned his early bread By running a peanut and chewing gum shop, 34 MIRAGE He would have been a rich man ’tis said, But he treated all the girls who would stop. But alas, for poor Frances I guess she waited too long, For at fifty she married “Dauby” And they could not get along. Harold Mayer was a very great preacher He answered our Master’s call, And was now saving souls by the thou- sand And receiving no money at all. Harold, Dotty and Ralph went to Africa. ’Tis said to hunt for wild bear But nothing was ever heard of them I guess they perished while there. One cold November evening, Day was approaching night, The wind raged fierce and the thunder pealed So we thought we had better alight. We lit near the palace of the King of Spain ’Twas in the dead of night, Its walls were beset with sparkling gems Which changed the darkness to light. We were ushered into the dining room Where we ate from golden plates, And we recognized before us Two of our old school mates. One was our old friend Kathleen Who was a dear friend to me. She was the Queen of Spain And such was she fitted to be. King Harry was seated beside her In splendor and renown, In his hand was the dazzling scepter On her head was the glittering crown. Donald Hunter had eloped with fair Edith, The maid with the beautiful eyes, They journeyed to the palace of the King of Spain Where she was to bake the pies. Alcide’s health was rapidly failing He was not allowed to walk much at all, So he was given the very light job Of sweeping cob-webs from the wall. Another week we’ve been sailing, We certainly can rejoice For we are in our native land And I hear my mother’s voice. She is calling, gently calling me But listen! What does she say? “Breakfast is ready and the sun is if| Are you going to sleep all day?” —Florence Stephens, ’17. JUNIOR JESTS The class of ’18 in bright array Comes out with unfurled banners gay Now let us at their features peep, Before they shut them up to keep- And first of all is Mr. Carl Nourse Who’s swelled clear up like a million- aire’s purse. Tho beauty is said to be only skin deep We hope that Pats may hers always keep Dick Mattox is a real jolly good fellow As thru the Gym his meek voice does bellow Rosa Beuter is both modest and shy, Tho she knows a string of German sky- high. Ana there's Mr. Sexauer quite the pret- tiest of all here, Who gives no girl a chance to call him “my dear.” Tho Paul Regan’s rather tall and rough, For the Football team he’s just the stuff. Babe Cullumber too, is sorta tall, And in Sex’s opinion tops ’em all. The Priscilla of old has her rival of today For Mary E. Thomas is both sad and gay. Betty Click is both wayward and win- ning. Her big dimples have set many hearts spinning. Altho Irvin Dungan’s just a mere boy, He’s given Mary Margaret much rapture and joy. With mischief in her eyes and “You’re ruined” on her tongue Ede Courtright seldom if ever gets stung. MIRAGE 35 If you ever see a crowd in the halls any place, There just standing around eyeing Lean- ore’s grace. With her hair skinned back and a face full of charm, Ruth Thomas is the girl from Sunny Brook Farm. George Keller will ne’er make a states- man I fear, As he holds his opinions at least a whole year. Oramay Ballinger is jaunty and chic, Society ways she has learned very “quick.” And there’s Irma Derbyshire, the girl of the hour, Who has always been a Basket Ball Star. And where’s Neil Thompson of the great band? Reviewing his German in the judge’s stand. Do you think that Porker Amerine v'ill ever reach his goal? With the niercing and constant gaze of his teacher Miss Soule? And now Hilda Williams arises to make a spiel Only to show to the class her intellectual zeal- Bull toads, Hop frogs and all kinds of crickets, Are mixed in the Lab. by Professor Blanche Ricketts. For aeroplane fixtures and auto-mo- gears Just go to the expert Dr. James Sears. And whose the clergy of this class bright? Why Rev. George Alfred and Bishop Ed. White. There’s little Billy Wiseman, alight foot- ed fairy, Who some day will become a foreign missionary. Pretty Mildred Reef is a farmer’s dau- ghter, Her occupation—to ride the geese to water. Donald Hunter according to my recollec- tion Will receive my vote at the presidential election. Gail Kerns is a full-fledged Suffragette, And indeed the sweetest girl Guy Jack- son ever met. And where’s Stephen Ruch with his long flaxen curls? Oh! down in the Laboratory feeding the squirrels. —Ruth Thomas, ’18. 36 MIRAGE MIRAGE 37 Staff Stenographer. There has been found in the class of ’17 one to whom much credit is due for her faithful services at the typewriter in help- ing to make the Mirage a success during the entire 3 issues. We refer to Fannie Lake who will grad- uate with the outgoing class. You may be assured that at any time any of the pupils wanted any typewritten work done that it was to Fannie that they took the task. Miss Lake was the best typist in the School and intends to take a test which will enable her to win a gold medal. Much thanks is due to her for the way in which she handled the stenography of the Staff work and we most heartily wish her the greatest success in the work which she intends to take up after she leaves our school. “Calendar Reporter” Owing to unforseen circumstances, Mar- garet Shonting’s picture was omitted from that of the Staff. We desire in this way to call particular attention to her work in Cal- endar and to thank her for her efforts in behalf of the Annual. School Bond Issue. At election last year the Board of Ed- ucation asked the citizens of Lancaster for $100,000 but they did not see fit to put it to a test then. This year, however, everything was changed. When our educational fathers asked for $250,000 our citizens came for- ward with the right spirit in grand style and the school bond issue carried by an ov- erwhelming majority. But this was not accomplished by sitting down and folding our hands but by the cheerful and untiring work of Supt. J. R. Clements, and his corp of willing teachers who did all in their power to make the parades, demonstrating the congested con- ditions of our schools, a success. It was a success and we are having evi- dences of the fact now on every hand. But especially do we of the High School know whereof we speak. We need only to look out of the east door or windows and watch the men with their big strong teams of hor- ses preparing the foundations of our new school building. Self Starter. We hear and read a great deal just now about self-starters for automobiles. We hear people tell about every new one that is on the market. But every one does not have a starter for himself. People are slow about getting started and sometimes have to be forced to pick up their books to study or to come to the table when called. As to things in which they are interested, they seem to have no difficulty. In the school room we often see pupils sitting idle as if being waited on by a servant, but upon be- ing quizzed, they answer that they are waiting for an inspiration. This word has caused many persons to fail who might have become heroes. Lacking what one would term an inspiration, many a person who might have instructed others has kept silent. 38 MIRAGE The office girl goes to her work and sits down at her typewriter to write some busi- ness letters. She can hardly say that she feels like thumping the letter keys. But by some unknown will power she writes a few words. This is a start. Her work then goes on smoothly and before she realizes it she has finished her letter and is half sorry that her work is complete. If every one would push himself to the task this world would be greatly improved. Inspiration is really a result, not a cause. The members of the Mirage Staff wish to thank the entire student body and the public at large for the splendid manner in which they have supported the school magazine this year. We have tried, to the best of our ability, to please and hope that we have in some measure suc- ceeded- We have the Literary Society, Athletic Association, Chorus, Boys and Girls’ Glee Clubs, Hikers, Chapels, Senior, Junior and Sophmore Meetings, Base Ball, Basket Ball and Foot Ball games—if there is anything else you want, Dean will get it for you. “Co-operation is the biggest factor in the management of anything.” “The school is the place for us to make acquaintances and get some of the joy of the world.” “Nothing is harder to change than an old custom.” “Examinations are a thing of the past, and like the stage coach, must go.” MIRAGE 39 In Memoriam. JOHN YOUNG Class of 1919. January 20, 1900. Nov. 26, 1916. Into the eternal shadows, That gird our life around, Into the infinite silence, Wherewith Death’s shore is bound! Thou hast gone forth beloved! And were I mean to weep, That thou hast left life’s billows, And dost possess the deep. 40 MIRAGE MIRAGE 43 THE DOIN’S OF THE SOPHOMORES About the time of the opening of school it was said that the Sophomores had or- ganized and indeed they had, in the full sense of the word, but what has happened to them since? Why, they have been hav- ing a wondrously fine time enjoying them- selves. And, pray tell, what have they been doing? To begin with, we have had about twelve rousing good meetings at which everyone showed lots of “pep”. These meetings are always interesting and there is nearly al- ways a large number in attendance. One night about the last of November sixty or more Sophs gathered in the “Lab” for a good old taffy pull and it certainly proved to be a “sticky” time. But what care we for we had a good time, you see! Best of all our functions, however, was the wonderful Sophomore spread! We thwarted the time honored custom of wait- ing until our Junior year to have a ban- quet. The great affair was held on the evening of February 14th at the home of Mary Dickson on North Columbus St. The class colors (purple and white) decorated the home throughout and each Sophomore was decked with a small bow of the same colors. We enjoyed music and games thru- out the evening until something more im- portant appeared in the form of “eats” and I am sure everyone did justice to the two course banquet. After the spread came the fortune teller who added much amusement to the evening and at a seasonable (?) hour the fifty-five guests and their chap- eron, Miss Drinkle, departed claiming it the best affair of the season. On November 25, 1916 we lost a faith- ful and honored member of our class, John Young. The Sophomores attended the fun- eral in a body, but it is only as we come to the class room from day to day that our real loss is fully brought home to us. Elizabeth Miller, Sophomore Representative, March 11, 1917. 30VHIH MIRAGE 45 THE ONLY FRESHMAN The Freshman Class has not been making much history. It has been behaving itself. It has not been in High School long enough to get over the idea that school means studying, instead of making ourselves fam- ous. The first morning at “Hi” school we were saved from an unnecessary detail that usually makes its way into the history of other classes in the form of initiation. It was prevented by a guardian angel who came in the form of Mr. Hickson. We are willing to give our new teachers 99 plus for their conduct in managing us. We are also very willing to give ourselves that grade because we are well satisfied with ourselves. The work those new studies take reminds us of the little fellow who read in a news- paper about the school board fixing the salaries of the teachers, and he said, “Pop” why does the teacher get the pay when us Kids does all the work?” 46 MIRAGE LITERARY March 19th—Meeting called to order by president after which the minutes of the two preceding meetings were read. Af- ter the business session the following pro- gram was given: Current Events.............Esther Shaw Story, (Humorous) .................Mary Kerns J. Warren Kiefer.................Verena White Extern. Speeches. Present Trouble with Germany........ .......................Hugh Silbaugh Russian Republic.........Clifford Tibbs The Averted Strike.......Irvine Dungan Boost the Debate.........Hugh Silbaugh Amusing anecdotes were told by various members of the society. After the critic’s report a discussion arose as to whether a certain by-law of the constitution should be abolished. A vote was taken and the mo- tion was defeated 18 to 15. Adjournment. April 2nd.—Meeting called to order at 7:30 Program: Current Events..................Bernice Terry First Steamboat on the Ohio......... .......................Florence Acton Story, (Humorous) .......... Mary Kerns Anecdotes .............Russell Stuckey Washington and Ohio ..Rewilbe Claypool Extemp. Speeches. The Marietta Debate......Hugh Silbaugh The Lancaster Debate........Ralph Beck The Price of the West Indies Compared with that of Louisiana Territory.. .........................Guy Jackson Universal Military Training.Charles Rose This Morning’s Chapel.Helene Applegate The following debate was then given: Resolved, That the President’s stand re- garding armed Neutrality is justified. Affirmative: Ralph Beck, Wm. Wise- man. Negative: Vorhees McLaughlin, Guy Jackson. The judges Mary Kerns, Richard Mattox and Mr. Hickson decided two to one in fav- or of the affirmative. The critic gave her report and the meeting adjourned. April 16th.—Meeting called by presi- dent who appointed George Rutherford critic in the absence of Helene Applegate and Irvine Dungan secretary pro tern. The appended program was then en- joyed : Current Events .......Gladys Van Gundy Simon Kenton...........................Eva Lamon Anecdotes..............Jeanette Stephens Arbor and Bird Day....Constance Hummel Extemp. Speeches. The farm movement in large cities.... ....................... George Keller Our Baseball Team ..........Edwin Wilson The Cadet Company....................Ralph Beck Should we Send an Army to Europe?.... ......................... Guy Jackson Debate: Resolved that the U. S. A. should retain the Philippines. Affirmative: George Keller, Elizabeth Miller. Negative: Irvine Dungan, Richard Mat tox- The judges, Ralph Beck, Guy Jackson and Lennox Nye decided in favor of the Negative by unanimous vote. Critic’s report and adjournment. —Helene Applegate. MIRAGE 47 48 MIRAGE Literary Society 1917 January 15th.—This meeting was the last in the first semester and accordingly the officers for the second semester were elected. Robert Giesy was elected presi- dent and Don Hunter and Constance Hum- mel secretary and vice-president respec- tively. Helene Applegate was reappointed critic and Mirage Representative by the president elect. The business matters be- ing disposed, the following program was rendered: Anecdotes.................Bernice Terry Gold Bug (Poe) ...........Richard Mattox My Favorite Short Story...Pauline Huddle My Favorite Poem ........Ruth Mark wood Humorous Readings.........Mary E. Thomas Extemporaneous Speeches: Germany’s Peace Proposal....Dallas Tobin Leak Probe.................John Silbaugh Debate: Resolved, That the nations of the world should disarm and settle disputes by arbitration. Affirmative: John Silbaugh and Hugh Silbaugh. Negative: George Keller and George Rutherford. The judges, Miss Drinkle, Miss Henry and Russell Lloyd decided two to one in favor of the negative. The critic gave her report and the meeting adjourned. February 5th—At this meeting of the so- ciety the president reappointed Mary E. Thomas press-correspondent and appoint- ed a Membership Committee with Cameron Dungan as chairman and a social commit- tee with Eva Lamon at its head. At the close of the business session the following program was enjoyed: Story, (Humorous) ............Mary Kerns Blannerhasset...........Robert Stevenson Shall we have two Triangular Debates and why.................George Rutherford The Next Mirage...........Harold Phillips Suggestions for the Society Bernice Walters A Mid-Winter Picnic ......Miriam Snider What’s wrong with the B- B. Team?..... ....................... Billy Wiseman The Present War Crisis.......Mr. Hickson Debate: Resolved, That Military Train- ing should be enforced in the United States. Affirmative: William Wiseman, Donald Hunter and Gail Kerns. Negative: Ralph Beck, Robert, Giesy and Irvine Dungan. The judges, Mr. Hickson, Miss Lamon and Miss Jones decided two to one in fav- or of the Negative. The work of Gail Kerns in this debate was worthy of the highest praise. After the critic’s report the meeting ad- journed. February 19th.—This meeting was call- ed to order by the vice-president at seven- thirty. The program for the evening was rendered immediately: Current Events.....................Jeanette Stephens Early History of Fairfield County ..... .................... Hunter Pickering Story, (Humorous) .........Richard Mattox Anecdotes................. Mary E. Thomas Ohio in the War of 1812....Elizabeth Miller Extemporaneous Speeches: April Vacation ............ Louise Wilson The 90% Honorary..........Russell Stuckey Our Unexpected B. B. Victory............ ...................... Richard Mattox Breaking Relations With Germany........- ........................ Miss Maxwell Debate: Resolved, That the Adamson Eight Hour Law should be Approved. Affirmative, George Rutherford and Hugh Silbaugh. Negative, Donald Hunter and Irvine Dungan. The Judges, Russell Stuckey, Hunter Pickering and Harry McClanahan decided two to one in favor of the negative. This proved such an interesting debate that it was decided by the speakers to de- bate the same subject at the next meeting. George Rutherford’s work in this debate was especially good. The critic’s report closed the program. MIRAGE 49 March 5th.—This meeting was called to order by the president. The social com- mittee was asked to entertain the society with a Winter Picnic in the near future After the business session, the following program was enjoyed: The Coonskin Library...Helene Applegate Anecdotes...................Mary Kerns Wayne ................. Cameron Dungan Self Government.............Mr. Hickson The Action of the Senate....Ralph Beck The Return of the O. N. G............. ................ Harry McClanahan Mr. Clifford Tibbs, a former member of the society gave an interesting talk in which he boosted the Society. After a short recess, the following debate was giv- en : Resolved That the Adamson Eight Hour Law should be approved. Affirmative, George Rutherford and Hugh Silbaugh. Negative, Donald Hunter and Irvine Dungan. The judges, Mr. Hickson, Miss Winter- halter, and Mr. Tibbs decided two to one in favor of the negative. The critic’s report closed the evening’s session. The Literary Society is one of the best social organizations in old L. H. S. Since its origin in 1915, it steadily progressed but this year was an unusually active one. One of the many good things of the society w?as the debating. The Society developed some unusually good debators. An interesting debate was rendered lately, on the ques- tion of the Adamson Eight Hour Law. The L. H. S. Affirmative Team went to Marietta and they sent their affirmative speakers here. Marietta had a splendid team am it meant a great deal for the Lancaster High to combat with them. The support of the whole school combined with the ef- forts of the society to make this debate one of the best ever. Helene Applegate, ’18. 50 MIRAGE MIRAGE 51 52 MIRAGE DRAMATICS “A Rival by Request” The play given by the Senior class of ’17 in the High School Auditorium on Friday, April 27th, was a grand success. In spite of the inclement weather, a large crowd was in attendance, and all enjoyed them- selves to the fullest extent. The entire cast of characters was excep- tionally good, each one playing his part with all the skill of an experienced actor. A large part of the success is due to Miss Ethel Reasoner, who directed the players in their respective parts. The Cast of Characters. Walter Pierson, A Young Bachelor....... ..................... Hugh Silbaugh Winthrop Smythe, His Friend............ ...........................Robert Giesy Robert Burnett, A Retired Business man .......................... Ralph Brenner Benjamin Briggs, A Retired Farmer..... ....................... George Young Lord Albert Anthony McMullin, A Friend of Smythe’s...........Gerald Hewetson Alexander Muggins, Smythe’s Servant... ........................Harold Phillips Mrs. Burnett, Wife of Robert Burnett.. .................... Eleanor Pickering Margaret Burnett, Her Mother.......... ......................Bernice Walters Mrs. Briggs, Wife of Benjamin Briggs .................... Mildred Hamilton Eliza Jane Briggs, Her Daughter....... .........................Fannie Lake Mrs. Chatterton, Housekeeper of the “Cosmopole”.............Nellie Shaner Director..............Miss Ethel Reasoner Business Managers, Gerald Hewetson. Lawrence Derry- Electrician, Paul Spears. MIRAGE 53 54 MIRAGE Junior Play On the evening of Friday, March 9th the Junior Class presented as their first play “The Merchant of Venice Up-to-Date”. It was a comedy of great merit and was re- ceived with much applause. The whole cast did splendidly and the acting of these amateurs places this play among the best ever given. Cast of Characters Duke of Venice............Wm. Wiseman Antonio-Captain of High School Football Team.............. —......Carl Nourse Bassanio, his friend and suitor to Por- tia ......................Donald Hunter Gratiano, another friend ....James Sears Shylock a wealthy gambler....Paul Regan Tubal, his friend and captain of the Bel- mont Football Team........Claude Jewell Launcelot Gobbo, Servant to Shylock... .................... Richard Mattox The Professor, an Ex-Ray Photographer ---------------------- Neil Thompson Policeman ...............Wright Amerine Portia, a rich heiress.Ora May Ballinger Nerissa, her friend ........Mary E. Thomas Jessica, Shylock’s Charge Edith Courtright Miss Abbie Threedice, teacher__________ ..................... Helene Applegate Polly, Portia’s Maid ........Minnie Ritter Mrs. Gobbo.....................Gail Kerns Football Players.............Junior Boys The following are to be commended for their services in the play. Director.........................Catherine Maxwell Stage Manager..............Richard Mattox Electrician................Neil Thompson Business Manager...........Irvine Dungan Asst Stage Manager...........Stephen Ruch MIRAGE 55 56 MIRAGE 1916 Junior-Senior Banquet The annual Junior-Senior banquet was held Friday evening, June 2, 1916 in the Knights of Columbus Hall. The banquet room was appropriately decorated in the colors of the classes; emerald and gold, the Senior colors, and green and white, those of the Juniors. Clusters of laurel blossoms were used in decorating the parlors, while in the banquet hall, pink and red roses, the class flowers, were prettily arranged. A large Junior Class Banner adorned the west wall of the banquet hall, while a 1916 em- blem was suspended from the ceiling at the opposite side of the hall. The guests were welcomed by a reception committee com- posed of Misses Mary Hood, Ruth Pierce, Mildred Hamilton and Messrs. John Sil- baugh, Russell Lloyd and Francis Panna- becker. During the evening a program of delightful music was furnished by the Whitacre Orchestra. Twelve girls from the Freshman and Sophomore classes served the banquet to the one-hundred and thirty-five present. Preceding the serving Miss Mary Hood sweetly sang “A Rose in Heaven”, with piano accompaniment by Miss Florence Stephens. Misses Elizabeth Schleicher and Florence Stephens also contributed a pret- ty vocal duet, “Schubert’s Serenade”, the accompaniment being played by Miss Win- nifred Oberdorfer. Mr. Russell Lloyd, the Junior Class president, ably dispensed the duties of toastmaster, and each of the fol- lowing responded with witty and appro- priate remarks: Walter Pfeiffer, president of the Senior Class, Prof. Thomas, Miss Winnifred Oberdorfer, Prof. Drinkle, Prof- McCandlish, Clifford Tibbs, Prof. Flood, Prof. Hickson, John Silbaugh, Miss Eloise Tidd and Miss Mariam Groves, who gave a “Good-Night” toast. Bacon Fry and Peanut Roast. Miss Frances Chapman entertained a number of her L. H. S. friends at her beau- tiful suburban home, north of the city, Fri- day evening, October 6. 1916. About 8 o’clock the happy crowd went from her home up to the Waterworks hill, where a large fire had been built for the occasion. While they sat around the fire many inter- esting stories and jokes were told by the members of the crowd, while those of Dr. Chapman were especially appreciated. Af- ter the story telling every one grabbed for a stick, a slice of bacon and gathered around the fire again. A picnic lunch was enjoyed and later, when the fire had burn- ed down, peanuts were roasted in the ashes, after which the young people went down to the house and danced. Those proclaiming Miss Chapman a very successful entertainer were: Misses Luella Wright, of Columbus, Minnie and Ruth Rit- ter, Louise Wilson, Autherene Click, Mary- belle and Eleanor Thompson, Helen and Ora May Ballinger, Forrest Brandt, Lovetta Wendel, Pauline Huddle. Sarah Wenzell, Ruth Markwood, Edith Courtright, Flor- ence Stephens, Messers Dwight Deffen- baugh and Donald Kyle, of Columbus, Law- rence Derry, John McLaughlin Carl Nourse Malcolm Becker, Neil Amendt, Russell Lloyd, Harry Myers, Russell Stuckey. Jack MIRAGE 57 Ewing, John Silbaugh, Edward Thomas, Dana Chapman, Gardner Hodgson, Donald Hunter and Harold Phillips. Birthday Surprise Party. Honoring the birthday of Miss Constance Hummell, a number of her friends gave her a complete surprise at her home Wednes- day evening, October 18, 1916. The even- ing was spent in games and music after which an elegant supper was served. The guests were Misses Glenna Blazer, Cather- ine Coleman, Mary Shinn, Beryl Jones, Olive Young, Gladys Hoyman, Helen Ritch- ie, Mignon Hummell, Messrs. Charles Mc- Coy, John Young, Roy Shriner, Everett Friesner, Dana Chapman, Fred and John Hummell. Hiker’s Club The first and only hike of the season oc- curred on Tuesday evening, Sept- 12. 1916 The Hickers left the High School about 7 o’clock and went south on Pearl Ave., led by their captain. Lawrence Derry and chap- eroned by Mr. Sutton. At Walnut St. they turned cast and went to the foot of the hill, where they obeyed the command to “right face.” They turned south on the Sugar Grove road until they reached the Old Mud House. One of the fellows claimed to have knowledge of that part of the country, so after following him for quite a while they arrived at a very picturesque spot, where a large fire was built. They sat around the fire about an hour toasting marshmallows and then started homeward. After passing through a dense forest they reached Ewing street. Then they went in Main street, and at High street the party scattered and each one went home well satisfied with the ev- ening. L. H. S. Visitors. We have had a great many visitors this year from other cities and schools and are quite glad they have taken interest in our school. Some of these are Miss Thelma Montague, of Charleston, W. Va., guest of Edna Bone; Miss Luella Wright, of Colum- bus, guest of Florence Stephens; Miss Cor- nelia Creed of Millersport, guest of Ruth Pierce, Miss Alice Pearce of Zanesville; Misses Helen Barnes and Jeanettte Chest- er and Mr. Ross Mossgrove of Columbus, guests of Autherene Click; and Misses Mar- garet McNaughten and Mary Turner of Pleasantville, Ohio. Miss Marvene Leist, of Circleville, was the guest of Miss Edna Bone, April 21, 22. Birthday Dinner. Mr- William Schumaker delightfully en- tertained a number of his friends with a six o’clock dinner, Sunday, Dec. 27, at his home on East Sixth Avenue. Red was the predominating color used in the pretty Yuletide decorations and red candles adorned the table. The delicious menu was served in four courses and cov- ers were laid for Messrs. Walter Noles, James Sears, Clarence Keller, Frank Graf. Harold Phillips, Herbert Kneller, Ralph Sexauer, Ralph Brenner, Don Wendel. Francis Reid, Albert Bletzacker, and Wil- liam Schumaker. Following the dinner, music and a good social time were enjoyed. As a remem- brance of the event the guests presented William with a beautiful silk scarf. Junior Taffy Pull. On Friday evening, Nov. 24th, the Jun- ior Class was entertained with a “taffy- pull” at the home of Mildred Reef, about two and a half miles north of the city. Meeting at the home of Autherene Click on North Columbus St. they walked out, be- ing chaperoned by Mr. Sutton and Miss Winterhalter. After enjoying music they proceeded to make taffy. Although it might not have passed the most critical judge, it was eaten. Mr. and Mrs. Reef then passed pop-corn and lovely apples, which were heartily en- joyed. At a late hour the merry crowd dis- banded, cordially thanking Mr. and Mrs- Reef and Mildred for their kind hospitality. Birthday Party. Honoring the eighteenth birthday of Miss Fannie Lake, a number of her friends gave her a complete surprise at her home 58 MIRAGE Monday evening, April 9, 1917. The even- ing was spent in splendid music and games after which lovely refreshments were serv- ed. As a remembrance of the event, her guests of the Sunday School Class and of L. H. S. presented Fannie with a beautiful white ivory clock. Staff and Play Cast Spread The members of the “Mirage” Staff and the 1st., Senior Play Cast enjoyed a delic- ious spread at the home of Miss Florence Stephens on North Columbus street, Tues- day evening, January 16th. The evening was spent in games and music. Those who were present and enjoyed the feast were: Miss Reasoner and Prin. Hick- son, acting as chaperones; Misses Elizabeth Kent, Mildred Hamilton, Bess Baker, Mar- iam Groves, Forrest Brandt, Eloise Tidd, Ruth Pierce and Florence Stephens, Messrs. Russell Lloyd, Ralph Brenner, Ralph Beck, Paul Spears, Lawrence Derry, Ralph Strig- le, Harold Mayer, Austin Gibbony, Walter Noles, Gerald Hewetson and Harold Phil- lips. Misses Esther Shaw and Jeanette Steph- ens ably assisted in serving the spread. Sophomore Spread On Wednesday evening, Feb. 14, the home of Miss Mary Dickson on N. Colum- bus St. was the scene of a lovely spread given by the Sophomore Class. In honor of the occasion the home was beautifully decorated in purple and white, their class colors. As the classmates arrived they were re- ceived by Misses Beryl Jones and Mary Dickson. Each was given small ribbon bows of the class colors and asked to register. The evening was spent in dancing and games and at an appointed hour a delicious two-course spread was served. Miss Drinkle was the chaperon for the fifty-five guests who enjoyed the event. “Mirage” Editor Surprised In celebration of the birthday anniver- sary of Mr. Harold Phillips, a number of his school mates arranged a delightful sur- prise which was held at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Lehman on East 6th avenue, Wednesday evening, November 1. Music and games were en- joyed and later dancing provided enter- tainment for the guests. Lovely refresh- ments were served and the occasion prov- ed one of much enjoyment for all present. A fine fountain pen was presented to the host as a birthday remembrance from his guests who were: Misses Bess Baker, Eva Kneller, Glenna Blazer. Mary Shinn, For- rest Brandt, Elizabeth Kent, Mildred Ham- ilton, Grace Me Morris, Pauline Huddle, Florence Stephens, Messrs. Harold Mayer, Lyle Richards, Herbert Kneller, Ralph Sexauer, John Silbaugh, Russell Lloyd Ralph Brenner, Don Wendel and William Schumaker. Foot-Ball Banquet. On Jan. 4, 1917, the Junior Class enter- tained the Football boys with a sumptuous banquet in the High School Gym. The High School Orchestra furnished delight- ful music throughout the evening to the enjoyment of all. The tables were arranged in the shape of a cross. Pink rose buds, the class flow- er, gracefully adorned the center while four large baskets of fruit, and two foot- balls found appropriate and conspicuous places in the decorations- Seventy-five plates were set for members of the Junior Class and their guests fifteen Football boys and Mr. and Mrs. Flood, Mr. and Mrs. Mc- Candlish, Coach Sutton and Miss Maxwell. The tables were efficiently served by Freshman girls. Class President, Carl Nourse, gave a splendid address of welcome, then intro- duced the members of the team, who in turn responded with short talks. Mr. Sut- ton, Mr. Flood, Mr. McCandlish and Miss Maxwell were called upon and responded with appropriate toasts. At this time the Captain of the team for the ensuing year 1917-1918 was elected. This honor was conferred upon Carl Nourse The whole affair was highly successful and MIRAGE 59 the committee on arrangements deserves credit for the capability. Miss Louise Wilson was the house guest of Miss Ruth Nan, in Columbus, March 30, April 2. While there, she attended the play given by the Senior Class of East High. Senior Spread. On Friday evening, March 30, the Sen- ior Class had a “spread” at the High school. Forty members of the class were present and each one felt capable of “getting away with” their share of the spread, which was proven later. Music was the chief enjoy- ment of the evening and at an appropriate hour a delicious two-course “spread” was served on the platform in the auditorium. The committee, composed of Misses Mar- iam Groves and Forrest Brandt, and Mr. Walter Noles, are surely to be congratulat- ed for arranging such a delightful affair- There was a young man so B-nighted He didn’t know when he was slighted ; He went to a party, And ate just as hearty As though he’d been really invited. Girl s B. B. Team “Kid” Party. The members of the Girl’s Basket Ball team enjoyed a delightful “kid” party Mon- day evening, April 16th, at the pretty sub- urban home of Mariam Groves just east of the city. Music and games were the pas- times o fthe evening and a most delightful social time was enjoyed by all. Much mer- riment was also afforded by the unique and attractive “kid” costumes worn by the guests. At an appropriate hour an elaborate three course spread was served in the din- ing room which was beautifully decorated in purple and gold, the High School colors. A basket ball, over which the same pretty colors were draped centered the festal board, while unique place cards, touched with purple, marked places for Miss Beth- el Reasoner, chaperon. Misses Irma Derby- shire, Elizabeth Kent, Marian McCleery, Constance Hummell, Forrest Brandt, Mary Kern, Florence Stephens and Mariam Grov- es. Hike. On Tuesday evening. May 1, a crowd of young people gathered at the home of Ruth and Minnie Ritter, prepared to go for a hike. When the crowd was assembled they started and hiked up on Flat Rocks. About 9:00 o’clock the tired “strollers” returned to Ritters, and a lunch was served. Those present were Misses Marybell and Eleanor Thompson, Forrest Brandt, Bess Baker, Harriet Pairan, Relva Barr, Auth- erene Click, Florence Stephens, Minnie Rit- ter, Messers. Harry Becker, Jack Ewing, John Silbaugh, Russell Lloyd, Carl Nourse, Dwight Dilger, Malcolm Becker and Clar- ence Bletzacker. They were chaperoned by Miss Ruth Rit- ter and Mr. Arthur Radebaugh. Florence M. Stephens. Junior Play Cast On the evening of Tuesday, March 13, the members of the Junior Play Cast were delightfully entertained at the home of Mary Elizabeth Thomas- Games and music were the favorite pas- time, while certain acts of the play were given for the amusement of all. At an appropriate hour a lovely three course luncheon was served as a reward for their earnest endeavors. Irish flags were used as souvenirs. At a late hour the guests departed hop- ing that all their plays will have such a suc- cessful ending. Helene Applegate. 60 MIRAGE THE FOUNTAIN MIRAGE 61 M R. SUTTON has finished his first year at coaching. His work at L. H. S- has been seriously handicapped by lack of equip- ment and material with which to work. To him fell the task of building up athletics at L. H. S. When he came here, Mr. Sutton found the school sadly lacking in both equipment and ex- perienced men for the teams, but thanks to his un- tiring efforts we now have both. His work has been mainly in building for the future and he has trained a vast amount of green material this year, which will be the main stay of the athletic teams at L. H. S. next year. Mr. Sutton comes from Marietta College, where he has a very brilliant record as both a scholar and an athlete. He took part in all lines of athletics and his name is on Marietta’s Foot- ball Roll of Honor, one of the highest distinctions accorded there. We heartily hope to see him return next year, as then the results of his good work this year will be seen. 62 MIRAGE FOOTBALL SEASON 1916 Last fall Lancaster High School’s foot- ball team played one of the hardest and longest schedules that has been played at L. H. S. in years. Altho the team was not so successful in winning games and running up big scores, there is no reason why the school should not be proud of it. The team was made up of a clean bunch of fellows, who played on the square and always fought their hardest for their school. Two games were of special interest. The game with Zanesville is always one of the biggest of the season and was played at Zanesville. Altho we made more first downs than they did and kept the ball in their territory most of the time, we lost the game on “fluke” plays and failure to break up their forward passes. Our last home game was played with Newark. This team is a new one on our usual schedule and was the only one to score on South High this season. Their score was made in the first half. Lancaster High gave the best exhibition of football, here out-playing her opponents in all departments of the game. Two teams were out almost every night in the season, and it is certain that next year's team will not be the green material that it was this year. Players Lee McCleery, ’17 Capt- At the beginning of the season Mac was elected captain, as John Silbaugh, who was captain at the close of the season last year, was not eligible to play. Mac could always be counted upon to gain ground at half. Unfortunately he was injured in the Nel- sonville game and did not get to finish what promised to be a very successful season for him. This is Mac’s last year and with his graduation we lose one of the best football men in our history. Russell A. Lloyd, ’17 Q. B. “Whitey” closes his football career in High School this year. He is perfectly at home when playing quarter and the “pep” which he always shows drives the rest of the team into the fight with renewed vigor. Paul Regan, ’18, Right Tackle. All Irishmen are full of fight and “Pat” is no exception. His 180 pounds are a great strength on the line he breaks through the opposition and stops the plays before they start. John O’Hara, ’18, Left End. “Buddie” played the biggest part of the season on end. It was very seldom that any one got around him for he gets down the line rapidly on punts and tackles them in their tracks. Habitually late to practice but atoning for it by his peerless work in the games he will make a splendid showing next year. Lawrence Derry, ’17, Center. Derry played center part of the time. His passes were uniformily good and he play- ed a steady game both on the defensive and offensive lines. Irvine Dungan, ’18, Center. Dungan played center part of the time. He was little but mighty, and never failed to show up for practice- He divided honors about even with Derry. He will be a com- er for next year. Carl Nourse, ’18, Left Half. “Doc” is one of our fastest men. It is a pleasure to see him speed around end and then when he gets into a bunch dive for about five yards. He ought to show to a good advantage in his remaining year. Dwight Dilger, ’17, Right Half. He was cursed with boils as Job of Bibli- cal History, but this did not prevent “Dig” from showing that he could play football. Good at picking holes and a good open field runner. His place will be hard to fill next year. Robert Murphy, ’19, Fullback “Red is the find of the season. This is the first year that he has played football and he should make a splendid player be- fore he graduates. He knows how to run interference and could usually be counted on to buck the required number of yards through the line. MIRAGE 63 Harold Moody, ’20, Left Guard A Freshman who improved with every game that he played. Although not a star, he put up a steady consistent fight. May the next Freshman Class bring another man as good as he. Cecil Robinson, ,19, Right End. Another new man who made good “Ben- ny” is an end, forces all opponents to re gard him as a dangerous man. A sure tack- ier. He will be a great help to next year’s team. Hugh Silbaugh, ’17, Right Guard- Hugh is always on his toes fighting at hir best. With a little more weight he could hold any opponent. He, too, will graduate this year and the team will lose another good man. Ralph Brenner, ’17, Left Tackle. Dear old “Gooner”’. the largest man on the team, tipping the scales at 188 pounds, is noted for his high temper and his love for women. “Gooner’ nevertheless has hardly missed any practice. He is a “bear” on the offensive and a mountain on the de- fensive. Never failing to show up to ad- vantage “Gooner” is a Senior and his ab- sence will surely leave “some hole”.— Coach Sutton. William Kiefaber, � 17, End. Bill played end. He is very fast and was always in place to catch his passes and it was very seldom that he missed any. Vorys McLaughlin, ’18, Guard. Johnies weight could be used almost any place on the team. He played many dif- ferent places during the year and was the equal of any man whom he played against He will be a great help to the team next year. Football Season 1916 Frank R. Sutton..................... Coach Leland McCleery..................Captain Russell A. Lloyd................. Manager The Line-up- First Team John O'Hara, 1. e.....Edward Thomas, 1. e. Ralph Brenner, 1.1......... Max Terry, 1.1. Harold Moody, 1. g.........Ralph North, 1. g. Irvine Dungan, c......Vorys McLaughlin, c. Hugh Silbaugh, r. g...Alfred Wenzel, r. g. Paul Regan, r. t-.......Russell Sheets, r. t. St. Clair Burden, r. e...Leroy Hone, r. e. Russell Lloyd, q. b. Gerald Hewetson, q. b. Carl Nourse, 1. h.....Cecil Robinson, 1. h. Dwight Dilger r. h....John Coakley, r. h. Robert Murphy, f. b......Ted Stewart, f- b. Subs:—Will Kiefaber Noel Horn, Law- rence Derry, Vorys McLaughlin. Schedule and Scores. Opp. L. H. S. Sept. 22 Bremen vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 0 19 Sept. 29, South High vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 64 0 Oct. 6, Acquinas vs. L- H. S. at Lancaster 6 0 Oct. 14, Zanesville vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 13 0 Oct. 20, Canal Winchester at Lancaster 0 0 Oct. 27, Nelsonville vs. L. H. S. at Nelsonville 13 6 Nov. 3, Athens vs. L. H. at Lan- caster 14 6 Nov. 11, Athens vs. L. H- S. at Athens 33 6 Nov. 17, Newark vs. L. H .S. at Lancaster 13 6 Nov. 23, Cireleville vs. L. H. S. at Circieville 40 0 Nov. 30, Washington C. H. vs. L. H. S- at Washington 43 2 — — 239 45 Thus making the total number of points scored by our opponents 239; and L. H. S. 45. 64 MIRAGE MIRAGE 65 BASKETBALL SEASON 1917 Frank R. Sutton....................Coach Dwight Dilger................... Captain George Rutherford................Manager The Lineup. First Team. Irvine Dungan, 1. f..Gerald Hewetson 1. f. Dwight Dilger, r. f..Edward Wilson r. f. Edward Bollenbaugh, c. Ralph Brenner, c- Carl Nourse, 1. g....Alfred Wenzel, 1. g. Richard Wilson, r. g.Harold Moody, r. g. Subs:—Clarence Lawrence, Will Kiefab- er, Wright Amerine. Schedule and Scores Opp. L. H.S. Dec. 15, Shawnee vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 40 15 Jan. 5, Bliss College vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 56 12 Jan. 12, Capital Academy vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 38 10 Jan. 13, L. H. S. vs. Nelsonville at Nelsonville 50 34 Jan. 19, East High vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 24 11 Jan. 20, L. H. S- vs. Cambridge at Cambridge .. 50 8 Jan. 26, Worthington vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 16 U Jan. 27, L. H. S. vs. Ashville at Ashville 46 8 Feb. 3, D. M. vs. L. H. S- at Lancaster 31 29 Feb 9, Nelsonville vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster 27 25 Basketball Season 1917. Basketball is the king of sports at L. H. S. This year the team did not make as good a showing as was anticipated, because it was composed almost entirely of new men. However, towards the last of the season, the team took a turn for the better. In the second game with Nelsonville, the team showed an entirely different variety of bas- ketball, from that of any preceding game. The usual line-up was changed, Capt. Dil- ger playing forward and Bollenbaugh jum- ping center. This combination seemed to work wonders in the team, all departments showing marked improvement. As a result Nelsonville was forced to go over-time, winning out by a margin of one field bas- ket. Captain Dilger, is the only man to be lost through graduation this year and with the old men back next year the outlook for a successful team is good. Some class games were played this year, but the series was not finished. The re- sults of those games played were: Juniors, 19; Seniors, 11. Sophomores, 25; Freshmen, 15. Seniors, 26; Sophomores, 13. Ex. Class, 25; Freshmen, 15. Juniors, 38; Freshmen, 18. Sophomores, 31; Ex. Class, 18. The Juniors are virtual champions as they did not suffer defeat. Feb. 10, L. H. S. vs. Capital Academy at Columbus ...... Feb. 16, West High vs. L. H. S- at Lancaster______________ March 2, Grove City, vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster........... March 17, Canal Winchester vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster. March 24, L. H. S. vs. C. Win- chester at C. Winchester.... March, 31, Acquinas vs- L. H. S. at Lancaster.............. April 7, Alumni vs. L. H. S. at Lancaster ................... March 31, 1917. 43 16 Acquinas, 18. Ebert, 1. f Lancaster, 33. Dungan, 1. f. 18 25 Hillon, c Dilger, c. Bringardner, r. f Bollenbaugh, r. f. 22 19 Boland, 1- g Wilson, 1. g. Pierano, r. g Amerine, r. g. 25 37 Field Goals: Dilger, 2; Dungan, 7; Bol- lenbaugh, 6; Amerine, Hillon, Pierano, 2; 20 29 Boland, 3. Foul Goals: Dungan, 3; Boland 4. 18 33 L. H. S. had little trouble in defeating Acquinas College of Columbus. At the 27 25 close of the half the count stood 16-10 in — favor of Lancaster. Dungan played a spec- 551 350 tacular game, scoring 17 points, while Bol- 66 MIRAGE lenbaugh was a close second with six field goals. The guarding of Amerine and Wil- son was especially good. April 7, 1917. Alumni, 27. L. H. S., 25. Abbott, 1. f- .....................Dungan, 1. f. Meyers, r. f..............Dilger, r. f. Wolfe, c...................Bollenbaugh, c. Thompson, 1. g..................Wilson, 1. g. Wilkinson, r. g............Amerine, r. g. Sub: Kiefaber. Field goals: Kiefaber, 2; Dilger 3; Bol- lenbaugh, 4; Amerine, 2; Abbott, 3; Myers 3; Wolfe, 3; Wilkinson, 1. Foul goals: Dungan, 2; Kiefaber, 1; Wolfe, 1; Wilkin- son, 2. The L. H. S- basketball team wound up its season with the Alumni game. This is always the biggest game of the season, when the “has beens” return, determined to take the scalps of the “kids.” This time they were successful, Abbott and Wolfe proving a little too much for the “youngs- ters.” The game was a tough scrap from begin- ning to end. The veterans nosed out Coach Sutton’s boys, by a margin of one field goal. At the half way mark the score stood 14 to 8, in favor of the alumni. The High School came back strong in the last half and threatened to overtake the “vets” but the allotted period was hardly long enough to turn the scales from defeat to victory. Bollenbaugh and Wolfe lead their re- spective teams in scoring, the former mak- ing four and the latter three field goals. S' MIRAGE 67 68 MIRAGE At the beginning of the basket ball sea- son George Rutherford was made manager of this division of Athletics. George belongs to that class of students whom you only have to tell once to do a thing. You can then rest perfectly secure, for you know that when the time comes for the completion of the assigned duty, it will be finished and finished properly. In my opinion George’s share in Athlet- ics can not be over estimated.—D. M. Hick- son, Principal. 1. Dwight Dilger, Captain. “Dig” — Forward—1917- “Dig” was chosen captain at the end of the season last year. He is an all around basket ball player. At guard, he was able to hold the fastest of forwards. The latter part of the season, at forward, he made a large part of our points and played the game for all he was worth. Al- though “Dig” is the only man to leave us this year, his place will be the most diffi- cult to fill. 2. Edward Bolenbaugh. “Ed”—Center —1918. At center, “Ed”’ was a dangerous man. He made hard work for all those who opposed him. He could out-jump and out- play any center, who was unlucky enough to be matched against him. We are glad he will be back next year. 3. Carl Nourse. “Doc”—Guard—1918 “Doc”’ was the equal to any player, whom he met throughout the season. The person who got away from him was surely a won- der. He was a star at shooting fouls, mak- BASE But one game of baseball has been play- ed as we go to press, that was with Canal Winchester. It resulted in a defeat for L. H. S. Lancaster lead up until the sixth in- ning 1 to 0, but in this inninjr with two out the team went to pieces and allowed Win- chester to score 7 runs. Lancaster scored 5 runs in the 6th inning, but Winchester was too far in advance. The final count stood 15 to 8 in their favor. Enough men for two teams have been out every night this season, and there is some very good material among them. Wit! ing a large majority of his trials. He will be a great help to the team next year. 4. Richard Wilson- “Red”—Guard— 1919. “Red” was the surprise of the sea- son, for he did not get into the game until near its close. However, he showed that he had basket ball ability of no small amount. He is a very rapid player and is noted for breaking up dangerous passes. 5- Wright Amerine, “Jenny”—Guard —1918. Wright is the cool steady type of a guard. He never lost his head and his passes were always accurate. His avoirdu- pois was also a thing to be considered when playing opposite him. 6. Irvin Dungan. Irvin —Forward — 1918. Dungan is one of the new players who showed to good advantage this year. He always played a last and hard-fighting game and had no trouble in making the basket at any time. 7. William Kiefaber. “Bill”—Forward —1918. “Bill” is the quick, wiry kind of a player. He was all over the floor break- ing up passes. This is his first year at bas- ket ball and his prospects for next year are exceedingly bright- 8. Clarence Lawrence. “Bud”—For- ward—1919. The Sophomore class furn- ished two good players for this year’s team and Lawrence was one of them. He was a hard man to guard and could always be counted upon to add something to the score. We expect great things of him next year. BALL them, it looks as though L. H. S. will have a very good baseball team. The schedule which has so far been arranged is: April 20, C. Winchester at home. April 27, First team vs- Rushville at Rushville. April 27, Second team vs. Sugar Grove at home. April 28, Pleasantville at Pleasantville. May 4, C. Winchester at Winchester. May 11, Open. May 18, Open. May 25, Open. MIRAGE 69 GIRLS’ BASKET BALL One cannot say that Athletics have been a great success in Lancaster High this year, if winning teams are necessary for succes. But one team which wore and defended the purple and gold so loyally was the Girls’ Basket Ball Team. This team declin- ed no challenges, cancelled no games and lost but two games. A great many of the games were not interesting for the simple reason that the ball was in Lancaster’s ter- ritory, the great: r part of the time. The scores of .1 11 the games of the season follow: Dec. 23, L. H. S...14 At Groveport ..... 7 Jan. 5 at L- H. S. ...25 Ashville ..... 5 Jan. 12 at L. H. S. ...35 Crooksville ... 5 Jan. 19, at L. H. S.... 8 Col. Ind....-.16 Jan. 26 at L. H. S....21 Worthington .... 9 Jan. 27 L. H. S.. 22 At Ashville ..... 4 Feb. 2, L. H. S. .. ..35 At Roseville .. 3 Feb. 9, at L. H. S. 31 Groveport........16 Feb. 16, atL. H. S....23 Speedy Six ..... 2 Feb. 23 L. H. S....16 At Worthington ...27 Mar. 2, At L. H. S. 15 Grove City .....14 Mar. 3, L. H. S-...29 at C. Winchester 5 Mar. 12 L. H. S....26 At Basil ......... 5 Mar. 17, atL. H.S. 24 C. W. H. S...... 1 Mar- 24, L. H. S. ...10 At C. W. (Ind.) ... 4 Mar. 31, atL. H.S. 23 C. W. (Ind.).... 1 Apr. 7, at L. H. S. 24 Alumni .......... 2 Points scored by L. H. S., 381. Oppon- ents, 127. The members of this team who are Sen- iors and expect to graduate are: Marion McCleery, Captain and Center, Elizabeth Kent, Running Center; and Mariam Grove, Guard . Those remaining are: Irma Derby- shire, and Forrest Brandt, Forwards, and Mary Kirn, Guard. Although more than half of the team will graduate, there is no reason whatever, that L. H. S. should not be represented by a mighty good team next year for we have the essentials of a good team. Marion Marie McCleery, Captain 1. “Look at her jump! she gets the bat off every time! The “stretchiest” jumping center in the universe!” That’s Pud. At the end of ’15-16 basket ball season she proved her popularity by being elected for the captainship for the '16-17 season. This is Marion’s last year in dear old L. H. S. and someone will have to “go away up in the air” next year, if they play the game as she has done for two years. 2. Elizabeth Camp Kent. Business Manager. “Libby” was business manager and we guarantee that she can manage anything or anybody. She also played run- ning center and here her powers of manag- ing were again displayed, in that she man- aged to outplay nearly all of her oppon- ents “be they large or be they small”. No team which opposed L. H. S- this season had such good team work in center as “Pu- die” and “Libby” could use. This is “Lib- by's third and last year on the team and she will surely be missed when the basket ball squad is called to arms next year. 3. Florence May Stephens. Altho “Steve” was compelled to quit the game shortly after the season opened, she showed that she was capable of playing a good game. She played guard and always ex- erted herself to the best of her ability. 4. Forrest Rose Brandt. “I betcha a dime!” On all the teams we played this year, there was only one guard who could keep our “streak of lightning’” from scor- ing (and she was a college girl). Almost every guard Forrest had, was much larger than herself but she always managed to run away from them and shoot baskets almost at will. When “Blondy” receives her “sheepskin” in May, Lancaster High will lose one of the best forwards in the State of Ohio. 5. Mary Frances Kirn. Mary was the surprise of the season. She played guard and her chief characteristic was “bulldog- ish-hand-to-itiveness.” About the only thing she lacked was self-confidence. It is a great comfort to think she is a Freshman and will have three more years to play basket ball. May those years be even more succesful than this! 6. Irma Gladys Derbyshire- This was Irma’s first year among the “Regulars”. 70 MIRAGE MIRAGE 71 Last year she played center in several gam- es but was never given a chance at forward However, we could depend on Irma to reach over the hands of her guard and toss the ball through the basket. “Derby” is a Junior and will be back next year to help make another winning team. 7. Miriam Grove. Miriam Grove bet- ter known as “Pete” amonp her many friends and admirers was a permanent fix- ture at right gaurd on the first team this year. Although this was Miriam’s first year as a regular she played like a veteran of many seasons. It was largely due to her ability to keep the ball at Lancaster’s end of the floor which enabled Lancaster to win game after game. Miriam is noted for he; diminutive size and her “Moody” disposi- tion. This is Miriam’s last year as she will graduate this spring, and it is with much regret that L. H. S. sees her go.—Coach Sutton. In 1908 at Lancaster High School an ef- fort was made to organize a girls’ basket ball team. It was unsuccessful and the en- thusiasm of the girls died down until 1910 when they again started practicing. How- ever, it was not until 1911 that any other teams were played. In that season two games were played, Lancaster losing one and the other resulting in a tie. From that time until the present L. H. S. has had a team every season. And each one has been a credit to the school- The team of 1914-15 was not defeated and was granted the unofficial title of State Cham- pions. This year has been no exception and the Lancaster High Girls have met defeat but twice, once at the hands of a picked team from Ohio State. The second time over con- fidence and lack of practice caused them to lose at Worthington. But the girls are cry- ing “Revenue” and challenged .W H. S. to a game on a neutral floor. However the chal- lenge was unaccepted. But even with a winning team, the stu- dent body of L. H. S. fails to attend the frames. The average number of students at- tending the games this year was not fifty! Why? The only answer we can give is “Lack of School Spirit.” On May third, a meeting was held in the Principal’s office, for the purpose of electing the Captain and Business Manag- er for the season of 1917-18. Irma Derby- shire was elected Captain and Constance Hummell Manager. Each election was un- animous. These girls have the qualifications nec- essary to carry out the duties of their re- spective offices and with their help, L. H. S. should produce a team which would be a credit to any school in the state- Here”s to you, Girls. —Mariam Grove. 72 MIRAGE Father—“Doc, where have you ben?” Doc—“To the mass meeting Dad, to hear the people talk over war news?” Father—“I suppose that accounts for the powder on your shoulder. Q.—Why is love like chemistry? A.—The lower the gas, the higher the pressure. “In what course do you expect to grad- uate?” Wm. Kiefaber,—“Oh, in the course of time-” Dear Editor:—“Is hanging a painful death?”—X. Y. Z. A.—It must be. Everyone says there is nothing so painful as suspense. Miss Reasoner—“General Fotte advan- ced on the confederate Army and they re- treated. How did they know he was com- ing?” McCleery—“They smelt him coming.” Miss R.—“There’s going to be a General Foot in the class in about a minute.” Moody and Silbaugh were afloat in a boat during a storm at Buckeye Lake. Silbaugh—(On his Knees)—Oh Lord, I have never prayed before and have sinned many times but if you spare me this time, I promise never—; Moody—“Wait a minute Tub, don’t com- mit yourself, I think I see land.” Austin G.—“Why Paul you are crazy!” Paul S.—“I know it. My mother has al- ways made me sleep under a crazy quilt.” Agent—“Can I sell you a vacuum clean- er?” Constance H.—“No, I shampoo my own hair.” Miss Reasoner—“What are the greatest nations on earth?” Hal Phillips—“Examinations.” Miss Soule—“James, how much time did you spend on this lesson?” Jimmy Sears—“About a half an hour, railroad time” Miss Soule—“What do you mean by rail- road time?” Jimmy—“Including all stops and delays” Senior (leaning on a Freshman from the country)—“This is a good place to rest.” Freshman—“Hey! What do you think I am A Saturday Evening Post?” Senior—“Ah No! A Country Gentleman” MIRAGE 73 Girls take notice! Don’t put these jokes too near your face, Or you’ll be blown to chowder, It’s dangerous to put such dry things, So near a store of powder. Little Johnnee took a drink But now he drinks no more For what he thought was H-2 O Was H-2 SO-4. Notice for Good Looking People Only. •|1! inoqt? pa iaouoa os oq vapjnoAV I Electrical Conversation. “Whatt hour you doings?” “Eating currents. Anode you'd find me”. “Wire you insulate?” “Leyden bed.” ’ “Wouldn’t that jar you.” “Couldn’t your relayshunts get you up?” “Amperantly not.” “Fuse going to answer like that you can go ohm.”—Ex. Relva—“They say the moon is a dead body.” Dig—“All right, let’s sit up with the corpse.” Mr. Flood—“When rain falls, does it ev- er rise again?” Isabel W.—“Yes Sir.” Flood—“When.” Isabel—“Why, why in due time. Question asked on Senior English Exam- “Did Ham let Shakespeare Steele Lamb and Bacon Boyle?” “If a burglar went into the cellar, Would the coal chute? “No, but the kindling wood. The saddest words of tongue or pen Are these wretched words, “I’ve flunked again.” Can you beat it! “Don’t you ever use the dictionary?” “No, I read one thru once and I didn’t get the drift of the story.” Moody—“When I was a little boy the doctor said if I didn’t quit smoking cigar- ettes I would become feeble minded.” “Pete” G.—“It’s a shame you didn’t stop.” “What will the next reign be?” Jud Morris (half asleep)—“Water.” Here’s to the Freshmen, so young and such dears, They’ll bring them in gocarts in a couple more years. Mr. Currier explaining expression at end of song in chapel: “Hold on to the “Girls” but don’t be TOO soft.” Betcha When you’re foolin’ in the halls, An” havin’ lots of fun— A laughin’ an’ a gibberin’ As if your time had come You’d better watch your corners An’ keep kinder’ lookin’ out, Er’ Mr. Hickson ’ll get you Ef you don’t watch out. Virgil K.—“I heard of a man who lives on onions alone.” Forest M.—“He ought to live alone if he lives on onions.” ’ Johnny’s who? “Dear Sir”, wrote the anxious mother, “I fear Johnny is not trying enough.” “Dear Madam”, replied the harassed teacher, “1 assure you that Johnny is quite trying enough. He is the most trying boy in the class.” “Now then”, said the auctioneer, hold- ing up a pair of antique silver candle-sticks “Give me a start.” “Ten pence!” came from the back of the room. “What!! exclaimed the horrified auc- tioneer. “Oh”, replied the bidder in an under- tone, “That gave him a start alright.” 74 MIRAGE The photographer was drying his plates in the warm sunlight. “What are you doing there?” asked the bystander. “Oh just airing my views”, was the re- ply. How Else- “Pa”, said little Frank, “how did the Cliff Dwellers keep warm in the winter time?” “Why I guess they used the mountain ranges. Now, don't ask any more foolish questions.” Mr. Hickson (to C. Mondhank)—“Ches- ter, why are you late?” C. M.—“I started late.” Mr. Hickson—“Why didn’t you start early?” C. M.—“It was too late to start early.” “Give me a fellow who sings at his work” Said a poet who lived long ago, And never a sentence by Christian or Turk, Has unloosed such an ocean of woe! Mr. Hickson—“What does the Monroe Doctrine mean, Frank?” Frank Graf—“It means to shinny on your own side.” A young college graduate, out bicycling one day, lost control of his machine on a steep hill and was tumbled off. Two men found him lying on the road. “Well”, replied the college man, “ I came down that decline with the greatest velocity, loosing my center of gravity. I was precipitated on the hard, macadamiz- ed road” “Gwan, leave him alone,” said one of them, “he’s a foreigner.” This is Life. Editor—“How”s the new society report- er? I told him to condense as much as possible. Assistant—“He did. Here’s his account of yesterday afternoon’s tea: Mrs. Lovely poured, Mrs. Jabber roared, Mrs. Duller, bored, Mrs. Rasping gored and Mrs. Em- bonpoint snored.” He that hath money and refuseth to buy the Mirage but looketh over his neighbor’s back to see the contents thereof, is likened unto an ass who having a manger full of straw, nevertheless nibbleth that of his companion’s and brayeth with glee. Question not, Oh gentle reader! Why we have no jokes on you Bill Schumacher writes his own jokes, Go thou, then, and likewise do. Love in the Garden. “Sweet William” loved “Lily” and “As- ter” if she would sew the “bachelor but- tons” on his “Dutchman’s breeches.” The “Rose” placed her “tulips” on his cheek, which gave him “heartsease” and said, bring “Jack-in-the-pulpit” at ‘Four o’clock’ to tie the knot and “For-get-me-not.” They were wed, and raised “Phlox” of children, on whom they used the “Lady’s Slipper” and “Golden Rod.” Alas for the Nuts who have noticed that line, And have started to whistle and sing, With a notion that making a noise is a sign, That they are robbing the world of it’s sting. Oh, blister the fellow man or boy, Who keeps yapping a tune in your ear, And thinks he is filling the world full of joy, While he’s knocking your nerves out of gear. WANTED—A small boy to drive a horse that can speak German.—Herr Thom- as. Mr. Sutton, (in Chemistry)—“Mr. Wil- son give the properties of Nitric Acid.” Red W.—“Well it has a yellow odor— and that is all I know about it.” Miss Perfect (in English)—“Austin what is a metaphor?” MIRAGE 75 A. Gibbony—“A Meadow For?—Why to pasture cows!” Bob Geisy, you know much Latin can spout, And in German he is quite a star, All day does he study, but at night does he rout For the fair Maiden out on Wheeling St., far. Freshie—“Hickson has been teaching here a long time, hasn’t he?” Dutch Mayer—“I should say he has been why when he started he talked on current events—now it’s History!” Ross G.—“I thot you took Algebra last year.” Fresh-Soph.—“I did, but the Faculty en- cored me” Miss Reasoner—“There was no law at all for kid-napping but the penalty for horse- napping was—death.” “Things I do unconsciously— ‘Pete’ Grove—“Look into the mirror when I go to Physics class.” A. Bookwalter—“Become fussed when they talk about farmers, in Economics.” R. Nourse—“Become lovesick at first sight.” J. Silbaugh—“Flunk.” Gooner Brenner—“Eat Peanuts.” Moody—“Make noise.” Judson M. “Study—?” Edith C.—“Bother Mr. Sutton.” Hewetson—“Crab.” YOU. What would the size of old L. H. S. be, If every pupil worked just like me- What kind of spirit would there be, If everyone was as active as me. What would the value of school life be, If no one did any more than me. How full of money would the clars treas- ury be, If everyone paid as much as me. Am I pushing this school as I should be; Or is the school carrying me. P-h-y-s-i-c-s. P is for the Paper, we swipe when in the Lab., H is for the higher grades, for which we make a stab, Y is for the Yesterdays that are gone and can’t come back S is for the NaCl we use from the Chem- istry rack. I is just for Instance, and the most of us know, C stands for 100, but so high we never go S means study, this I guess, but ask John Flood for he knows best. Brutus—“How many doughnuts did you eat Caesar?” Caesar—“Et Tu, Brute.” If Alcide is fat, is Gasoline? His Verse. The Browns were a devoted family and it was the custom at dinner every day for each member of the family to repeat a verse from the Bible before commencing the meal. One day, five year old Jack had been naughty, and as a punishment was condemned to take his dinner from a lit- tle table by himself. When it came his turn to repeat a text, he rose, and with the most innocent face possible said: “Thou hast prepared a table for me in the presence of mine enemies.” 76 MIRAGE MIRAGE 77 78 MIRAGE CALENDAR Sept. 5.—Much ado about nothing. School begins today. As usual, Freshies go in front door. Who said Hickson was bashful? Sept. 6—Awful hot. Boys swear off wearing coats. Senior meeting. Guy Jack- son runs for business manager of Senior Class. • Sept. 8.—A Freshie asks where Miss Sut- ton’s room is. Long faces. Dust covered desks. Jimmy sick. Sept. 11.—Mr. Hickson asks Miss Iteas- oner if she is ready and she says she is al- ways ready. Sept. 12.—Quiet. Sept. 13.—Football coach is small but mighty. Girls wonder if he is married, or- or-even— Sept- 14.—Tests? No, only 4 in one day. Sept. 15.—Mirage staff look excited. Senior class in mourning over loss of three of its members. Walter Ritter, Vorys, Mc- Laughlin and Gerald Hewetson go squirrel hunting. Sept. 18.—Dull, Duller, Gedullest. So Miss Winterhalter says. Sept. 19.—Stop! Look! Listen! Mirage staff make eloquent speeches. Miss Per- fect faints when “Guenivere” Brenner says “I have went.” Mr. Clements makes his initial appearance and makes a hit with the girls when he promises them a square deal. Jimmy is back—So much in one day. Sept. 21.—Mystery?? Why every one wants to take astronomy?? Sure and Mr. Flood is going to take them star gazing. Sept- 22.—Whew! Test in Physics. 50 a good grade. Sept. 26.—Rev. Dungan addresses us in Chapel. Mr. Currier leads singing. Lets all sing at the bottom of page 10. One, two three, sing—no wait. All start together. Miss Stephens begin again please. Sept. 27.—Yellow slips mean you skip- ped. White slips mean you skipped but no one got next. South Hi coming. Sept 28.—Mr. Hickson disapproves of moonlight hikes. Sept. 29—Congratulations to the foot- ball team for the way they whipped south Hi? ? ? ? Oct. 2.—Those who were present at this chapel exercise will never forget how the orchestra played and how the boys ap- plauded. Why? The orchestra is very good this year and proved it when they gave their first concert conducted by their new leader, Mr. Alcide Brasseur. It was enjoyed by every one and we are looking forward to the next one. Oct. 3.—An accident—“Tub” Silbaugh struck an idea. Oct. 4.—Grade Cards. My!! Oct. 5.—For the first time this year Miss Reasoner forgot to say “Take all the next chapter for tomorrow.” MIRAGE 79 Oct. 6.—“I am so bright my father calls me son. —Judson Morris. Oct. 9.—Miss Perfect tells everyone to buy Red-Cross tags- Do your duty! Oct. 10.—Out for Fair. Boys go to Zanesville. Of all the sad words of ton- gue or pen the saddest are these: “We lost again. Oct. 16.Our dreams at last may come true. Mr. Sutton promises to give us 120 in Geometry. Oct. 17.—Mr. Flood is the same regard- less of that Fair is over. L. H.S. heads the list for prizes. Oct. 18.—A carnival! A parade! Meet- ings! Oct 19.—Grade Cards. Did Mr. Hick- son get Dad or Mother when he called up? Oct. 20.—Football boys break the rec- ord—Score 0-0. Oct. 23.—Rev. Ellsworth in chapel and actually says “flabersasted , such incon- ceivable, impenetrable, unalterable, aber- rations assume utter unintelligibility to us. Oct. 24.—Mysterious notice. “We want doors. Oct. 25.—Girls' Basket Ball practice. Oct. 26.—Listen to the thunder. Oh, no Bob Giesy falling down the stairs. That’s all. Oct. 27—Mr. Hickson wears a black tie. Miss Reasoner is sick. Oct. 28.—Seniors crazy about new teach- er whose motto is “Never do today what you can put off till tomorrow. Oct. 30.—Quiet. Oct. 31.—What’s this we hear about a kid party? Nov. 1.—Chapel. Mr. Clements talks and orchestra plays. Nov. 2.—More chapel. Mr. Clements talks on the bond issue. Big parades. Nov. 3.—Another defeat. 6-14. Nov. 6.—Notices on the boards. Seniors R. 1. Juniors R. 3. Sophomores, R. 2. Freshies in the Alley. Nov. 7.—Hurrah for Hughes! No! Wilson. Nov. 9.—Rain! Rain! Rain! Nov- 10.—Hal Phillips and Harold May- er seen bringing the Mirages up the hill in a wheel barrow. Nov. 11.—Noises heard on the next lot Whoa, Gee, Haw, Giddap? ? ! Whoop ! !!! ? ? ? Nov. 14.—Note Books. Nuf Sed! Nov. 15.—Margaret Priode from Colum- bus entertained us with some very fine readings. Her humorous readings were es- pecially well received by the student body. Nov. 16.—Look pleasant. We had our pictures taken this morning. Foot Ball game with Newark. 13-7. Nov. 18.—Dwight Dilger breaks all re- cords when he gets 4 in Physics test. Nov. 20.—What has become of the teacher who used to tell us a week before we had a test. Nov. 21.— Red Murphy talking to three girls at once! Nov. 22.—Charter car to Circleville. “Allsides’’ asks for enuf money to buy the band s dinner. Wonder if he thinks this is Wall Street? Nov. 24.—No “crabby teachers and no tests for a week? Why? Teachers got paid. Nov. 25.—Three more days till vacation. Nov. 26.—Hail, rain, sleet, snow and grade cards- Nov. 27.—All is well. Out for vacation. Dec. 4.—Vacation is over. New sub teacher. She is short and—I guess not. Dec. 5.—Unexciting. Dec. 8.—Unexcitinger. Dec- 9.—Mrs. Chestora McDonald Carr, of Columbus was in Chapel and entertain- ed us with her readings. “An old maid’s opinion of Boys was voted best. Dec. 10.—Staff almost dead. Dec. 18.—Staff died today at 4.03. Dec. 12.—Mr. Hickson gave Leroy Hone 23 lectures on conduct. No wonder ‘Hony’ is getting thin. Dec. 13.—Snow—40 degrees below zero in Miss Reasoner’s room. Dec. 14.—Girls are going to get basket ball suits- Seeing is believing. Dec. 15.—Dum. Dec. 16.—Senior Meeting. We had class 80 MIRAGE spirit a-la-square deal served on co-opera- tion. Dec. 17.—F-ierce lessons. L-ate Hours. U-nexpected company. N-ot prepared. K-icked Out. Dec. 18.—Horrors! Some poor freshie ac- cidentally bumped against the signal and we were dismissed 10 minutes early. Poor Soul! We hope he was not injured. Dec. 20.—Jud, yawning strolls into Civ- ics class. Dec. 22.—Senior play. For the first time this year we had a chapel program given by members of the student body. It was very fine and made us remember the time when we used to have chapel at least once a month. Out for vacation. Jan. 3.—Back again. Look out for your New Year's Resolutions. Jan. 5.—Basket Ball. Girls won. Boys lost. Jan. 8.—Mr. Flood says “expediously and “lacery . Run for the dictionary. Jan- 10.—We received a severe shock and several faint when chapel is announc- ed. Mr. Richmond from New York gave readings from Shakespeare and of course Miss Perfect imagined she was in heaven. Everyone was asked to bring five cents. Heard afterwards from Freshie “Gee, I did- n't get a jitney s worth. Jan. 12.—More basket ball. Same as be- fore. Girls won. Boys lose. Jan. 14.—Mass meeting and yells. “And the Tabernacle shall be filled with music. Jan. 17.—State Freshies to play Girls’ team. Jan. 18.—Prof. Johnson of Case talked to Seniors at 3:15. We liked his talk but why didn’t he come in the morning? Jan .19.—Marticulation, Recitation, Pre- paration, Examination, Consternation, “Flunkation , Lamentation, on Probation. Stop! Look ! Listen ! Exams on. Feb. 9.—An addition has been made to the Junior Class since Exams. Some Seniors became tired of being Sen- iors and turned Juniors (?) Feb. 10.—They talked about the origin of man this morning. “Remember what they said about the monkey? Feb. 11.—Moody threatens awful things if the Mirage makes light of his love af- fairs. Feb. 13.—These innumerable chapels. Feb. 14—Valentines. “Cupid with his bow and dart. Must have hit Guy Jackson in the heart. —Shakespeare. Guy came to school without his collar and tie. Said he forgot it. Feb. 15.—More Valentines. Feb. 16—English Classes writing poetry. Here is one of them : Spring, Spring, beautiful Spring, Isn’t Spring a beautiful thing, And now I wish I had a wing. So I could fly with the beautiful spring —Anon. Feb. 19.—Big rhetorical or as some freshie was heard to remark, “hysterical . Feb. 20.—Bunka, Bunka, Bunka, or Punka, Punka, Punka. Feb. 21.—Heard at Junior Cast meeting. Oh! Shut up!! That ain’t fair!! Babies stop this funnin. “I am going to tell Hick- son. Feb. 26.—Miss Laumer, “Will you please hunt a study room? Girls Meeting, Boys meeting. Look out for the cops. “Dotty Noles is looking for the definition of “hay doodle. Feb. 27.—Mr. Flood is grading physics note books and chewing gum. Didn’t have time for dinner. Feb. 28.—For one whole period Mr. Sut- ton forgot to say “simply. Feb. 29.—Moody and—?—his girl- When he said he had a machine. Her affection on him she poured But you should have heard her holler When she learned it was a Ford. March 1.—Miss Reasoner—“Any one here absent? March 2.—Nothing doing. March 4.—One of our seniors was about to be awarded the prize for the best mask while at a masked party when alas! It was discovered he wasn’t masked. March 5.—Miss Soule to Minnie Ritter MIRAGE 81 THE MAIN “STEM” 82 MIRAGE and Pats Pairan. “I can always remem- ber you two girls because you are both light-headed.” Gee! What did she mean? March 6.—In Physics nothin but light. We surely need some more light on the subject. March 7.—Staff meetings and more staff meetings. March 8.—Exit!! March 16.—Saint Patrick’s Day was surely not neglected if it did come on Sat- urday. March 19. —Senior meeting 4th period! What’s going to take place? March 20.—Every one lamenting over the terrible low grades. March 21.—Nothing doing these days. But wait ’til next week. March 27.—Tests! Tests! Tests! We said wait. March 28.—All Juniors R. 1. 11:155. March 29. — Rhetorical! Who said speeches aren’t dry? March 20.—Senior spread. Every one come and get something good to eat. April 2.—Another week of work stret- ched out before us- April 3.—Tickets on sale for Big Junior Play. April 5.—Good Friday approaching. Ev- erybody get ready for an Easter Vacation. April 9.—Blue Monday! Not Prepared! April 10.—Vacation over. Settle down to work, so the teachers say. April 12.—“The National Flower” prov- es a grand success. April 13.—One more evening of enter- tainment? April 16.—Who said no chapel this week? Senior girls, Aud. 4th period. Those dresses! April 17.—Meeting for Senior boys. Why not get out of English? April 18.—Chapel, Second period —Sen- iors only: Talk by a representative from Miami. Gee! its good to be a senior some- times. April 19—Big Rhetorical, 7:30. April 20.—Friday. Every one tired af- ter a big day’s work. April 23.—Juniors and Literaries get their pictures taken. Did you smile? April 24.—Rain! Rainer! Rainest! April 25.—Tickets reserved at Princi- pal’s office at 7:30 for Big Senior play. Crowds! C-R-O-W-D-S. Everyone in the center section! April 26.—Noise! Noisy! Noisiest! Side walk torn up. Everybody has a vision of the new High School Building. Unlucky Seniors. April 27.—“A Rival by Request”. Nuf sed. April 30.—Chapel! Song service this morn- ing. Interesting address by Rev. Dungan. May 1.—Thirft! Thrift! Thrift! All themes due May 4. May 2.—All Juniors in Auditorium four- th Period. Important announcement made No Junior, Senior. Say! who said cheap? May 3.—Rhetorical! Seventh Division. How many more? Orchestra concert an- nounced for Friday evening, May 11th. May 4—Thrift Themes! Map Books! Above all—Physics Books. All things im- aginable in one day. May 7.—Last week of school for the Seniors—all very sorry! Oh, really! May 8.—Late hours! Rain! Grades! Tests! How encouraging. May 9.—Mirage goes to press. Staff al- most dead. At last! Dead at 4:03 p. m. today. Funeral announced later. L. H- S. Orchestra. Under the excellent direction of Alcide Brasseur, a member of the Class of ’17, combined with the earnest work of the members of the Orchestra, L. H. S. can truthfully say that it has one of the largest and best orchestras in the history of the school. During the year the Orchestra has aid- ed at every play given at L. H. S. and at every rhetorical. The Orchestra is a very unselfish organ- ization and has lent its support ungrudging- ly. Every student should feel proud of the work it has done. MIRAGE 83 Alcide Brasseur.................Director Altos First Violin. Ora May Ballinger. Mignon Hummed. Mary Dickson Russell Stukey Edward White. Carl Bloom. Ferdinand Brasseur. First Cornet. Martin Shonting. First Clarinet. Willis Wolfe Albert Pfeiffer Trombone Richard Wilson Claud Jewell Drums Emmett Erick Second Violin Ruth Pierce Clara Singrey Ralph Nourse Charles East Second Cornet Robert Stevenson Dewey Deeds Second Clarinet Neil Thompson French Horn Ralph Sexauer James Sears. Pianist Florence Stephens L. H. S. CHORUS The L. H. S. Chorus was organized in September with a number of old members and a great many new ones, so that the chorus is the largest and most efficient or- ganization under the splendid direction of Miss Etta Mowery. It has furnished music for each rhetorical this year. The crown- ing success of the chorus was obtained in the Operetta “The National Flower” in which the chorus played a large part. Miss Etta Mowery ........... Directress Miss Florence Stephens..........Pianist Roll—Sopranos. Edna Alspach. Nellie Behrens Edna Borchers Rewillbee Claypool Brunella Dilger Ida May Gray Mary Hood. Mildred Hoffman Beryl Jones Irene Langwasser Helen McAnespie Mary Oberdorfer Ruth Pierce Elizabeth Schleicher Floy Sexauer Nellie Shaffer Mary Shinn Margaret Shonting Viola Thrush Margaret Walters Verena White Grace Wolfe Relva Barr Irma Bell Frances Chapman Helen Cullumber Magdalena Goodyear Thelma Hilyard Mary Hooker Constance Hummel Corinne Kneller Annabel Littleton Goldie Morehart Marguerite Peters Helen Ritchie Genevieve Sears Mildred Sexauer Lucile Sherburn Anna May Shonting Miriam Snider Ethel Tracy Florence Acton Glenna Biazer Eva Kneller Eleanor Pickering Edith Robinson Vaneta Snider Rena Talbert Gladys Van Gundy Hester Alspach Marguerite Hood Helen McCandlish Mildred Pickering Esther Shaw Janette Stephens Bernice Terry Louise WTilson Tenors. Donald Hunter Chester Mondhank Ralph Nourse Bass Ralph Hansberger George Keller William Kiefaber Richard Norris Harold Phillips Russell Stuckey Edwin Wilson Girls’ Glee Club. The Girls’ Glee Club organized at the beginning of the school year has been a complete success. They have delighted many an audience with their beautiful voi- ces, especially at rhetoricals. Miss Etta Mowery.....................Director Miss Florence Stephens................Pianist Roll—Sopranos Frances Chapman Mary Hooker Rewillbee Claypool Beryl Jones Ida May Gray Helen McAnespie Constance Hummel Goldie Morehart Elizabeth Schleicher Genevieve Sears Mildred Sexauer Nellie Shaffer Viola Thrush Ethel Tracy Altos. Florence Acton Hester Alspach Marguerite Hood Helen McCandlish Eva Kneller Esther Shaw Rena Talbert Gladys Van Gundy Janette Stephens Bernice Terry Louise Wilson. Boys’ Glee Club. This organization is something new and different in the L. H S. music line. The boys have worked hard and faithfully this year under the excellent direction of Prof. H. S. Currier, and if their efforts have not been fully appreciated this year, it is hoped that they will be in the following. Director................Prof. H. S. Currier Pianist ..................Clarence Mulkin 84 MIRAGE Roll—1st Tenor Donald Hunter Ralph Nourse Chester Mondhank Verne Silbaugh 2nd Tenor- George Alfred Cecil Robinson Edwin Wilson 1st Bass. Gardner Hodgson Russell Stuckey Guy Jackson Robert Throckmorton 2nd Bass. William Kiefaber George Keller Richard Norris The Commercial Department It has been a good year for the Commer- cial department. The enrollment, and the interest shown by the students has been most gratifying to the teachers, Mr. Currier and Miss Highland. The quality of the work done has been, on the whole, very sat- isfactory, while several students have done work of a very high grade. The advanced class in Stenography, in addition to the usual business correspond- ence has taken from dictation articles and editorials of current interest, including President Wilson’s address to the American people. The Bookkeeping classes have worked diligently and have completed two sets— the first representing the busines of a sin- gle proprietor and the second the admission of a partner into the business—a partner- ship set. Rowe’s Bookkeeping and Ac- countancy was used as a text and much at- tention was given to the preparation of trading and profit and loss statements and to the fundamental principles of modern accounting. Typewriting The pupils of the Typewriting depart- ment have manifested a great interest in their work throughout the year. The results obtained prove that their ef- forts have not been in vain. The following pupils have passed the Re- mington test and received the first certifi- cate, which requires a speed of 25 words per minute for a period of ten minutes with not more than «r errors. Fannie Lake 48 words per minute with 5 errors. Florence Stephens 44 words per minute with 5 errors. Bernice Repass 39 words per minute with 2 errors. Eva Kneller 39 words per minute with 4 errors. Catherine Barnes, 38 words per minute with 5 errors. Herbert Kneller, 31 words per minute with 5 errors. Ruth Powell, 29 words per minute with 3 errors. Dewey Deeds, 29 words per minute with 4 errors. Elizabeth Schleicher 28 words per min- ute with 3 errors. Pauline Weis 27 words per minute with 5 errors. Edith Thompson, 26 words per minute with 2 errors. Fannie Lake writing at a rate of 59 words per minute with one error and Flor- ence Stephens, 48 words with 4 errors, have also received the second certificate. While all of the pupils have not yet re- ceived an award, their work has been ex- cellent, and a number hope to be able to qualify in the May test. It is the expectation that one pupil will honor the department by qualifying for the gold medal before the year closes. Exchange. Ruth Pierce ’17. We are greatly pleased to acknowledge the following exchanges: The Exponent—Greenfield, Mass. The Aerial—Logan, Ohio. The Scarlet and Gray—Nelsonville, O. The Signal—Cambridge, O. The Lyceum—Chillicothe, Ohio. The Fram—Sandusky. Ohio- The Voice of South High—Youngstown, Ohio. The Highlander—Columbus, Ohio. The Voice—Owensboro, Ky. The Scarab—Cleveland, 0. The Bucyrian—Bucyrus, Ohio. Review—Shamokin, Pa- High School Herald—Westfield, Mass. Comus—Zanesville, Ohio. MIRAGE 85 Argosy—Provo, Utah. Hi-Crier—Niles, Ohio. Focus—Sioux Falls, S. D. The Optic—Columbus, Ohio. The Bulletin —Steubenville, Ohio. The Bugle —Monroe. Mich. The Record—St. Louis, Mo. The Voice of South High is certainly ex- cellent from start to finish and shows fine work. The Lyceum is a very good paper but a few cuts would improve it. Comus: the stories are good, especially “A Double Victory”, and that is surely in- teresting. The Bulletin is a new paper but we are always glad to welcome new papers. Your paper contains good material throughout. The Optic is another new paper and it deserves much attention for it contains many interesting things. The Fram. Your Athletics are excellent, also your paper is fine from cover to cover. The Bucyrian. We are glad to see you back again and enjoyed it very much- Hi-Crier. Your paper is neatly arrang- ed and very interesting. The Bugle. Your literary department deserves much credit. The Review. Your paper is quite inter- esting and your exchange department is extensive. The Voice. The February number of your paper is most excellent and interest- ing. This being our last issue we hope next year you will all still continue sending your paper as it will always be welcome and ap- preciated. Organization of the Alumni. The first steps taken toward organizing an Alumni Association, were started on Saturday afternoon, June 1, 1889. On this day about thirty graduates of the Lancaster High School met in Prof. Keyser’s room in the North Public School building. The meeting was called to order by Supt. O. W. Welsh, and after stating the purpose of the assemblage and outlining the work to be done, Mr. Welsh was elected chairman. Frank W. Bope '87 was chosen as tempor- ary secretary. Chairman Welsh then appointed various necessary committees which were constitu- ted as follows: On permanent organization: George 0 Beery, ’87 Jessie Wright, '81 and Anna Da- vidson, '72. On the program for the meeting follow- ing the commencement: Alice Carter. Mrs. M. C. Miller, Abbie C. Trout, Cora Outcalt and Michael Effinger. On Banquet: Mrs. E. E. Giesy, Lula Work Nellie Weakley, George P. Rising and Nei- lie Baker. On motion by Mr. Beery it was resolved that an adjournment should be made till Tuesday evening, June 4, at 8 o’clock. Thus ended the first meeting of the grad- uates of Lancaster High School. At the second meeting, June 4, which was held at the High School room, the first officers of the Alumni were chosen as fol- lows: President.............William H. Hannum Vice President...William Davidson and Mrs. Dan Danehy. Secretary..................Frank W. Bope Treasurer.................George P. Rising Executive Committee:—Henry B. Peters Millie Allen, Jessie Wright, Arthur Vorys. On motion by Mr. Hannum it was decid- ed to adopt a constitution, section by sec- tion. This has been used until the pres- ent time. After the organization had been success- fully carried out it was decided to have a meeting once a year taking in all graduates from the Lancaster High School. It has been the custom since the year 1890 to give a banquet in honor of the seniors and we heartily hope this will continue. Alumni 1857 Mrs. J. B. McNeil (nee Clara Martin), resides in Lancaster, Ohio. 1863 Mary Hite, Lancaster. Ohio. 1864 Ella Brumfield, Lancaster, Ohio. Erma Brumfield, Lancaster, Ohio. 86 MIRAGE HOME OF THE “CITY DADS” •i MIRAGE 87 Mrs. S. J. Wolfe (nee Mary Hamilton), resides in Lancaster, Ohio. 1865 Mrs. Fromlet (nee Julia Beck), Lancas- ter, Ohio. 1867 Wm. Davidson, Attorney, Lancaster, O. 1869 Ella Hite, City Librarian, Lancaster, O. Mrs. C. T. McCoy (nee Maggie Sturgeon) Lancaster, Ohio. Alice Carter, Lancaster, Ohio. 1871 J. C. Scott, Dentist, Lancaster, Ohio. Ella Trout, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. E. Giesy (Becca Hood), Lancaster, Ohio. 1872 J. Frances Trout, Physician, Lancaster, Ohio. Anna Davidson, Teacher of High School Lancaster, Ohio. 1873 H. B. Peters, Pres- Fairfield National Bank, Lancaster, Ohio. 1874 Ella Carnes, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. J. Bellerman (nee Ida Webb), Lan- caster, Ohio. 1877 W. W. Trout, Methodist Minister, Co- lumbus, Ohio. Geo. P. Rising, Vice-President Fairfield National Bank, City. Mrs. H. C. Drinkle, (nee Kate Vorys), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. F- C. Whiley, (nee Sallie Wiseman Lancaster, Ohio. 1878 Maggie Effinger, Lancaster, Ohio. 1879 Lulu Davidson, Lancaster, Ohio. 1880 Wm. Hannum, Missionary, India. Kate Lowrie, Settlement Worker, Port- land, Me. George Saunders, Physician, Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. J. K. Henry, (nee Ella Hannum) Lancaster, Ohio. Cyrus Mechling, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. R. Rising (nee Rose Sturgeon), Lan- caster, Ohio. 1882 Alice Champion, Lancaster, Ohio. Mike Effinger, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Chas. Alfred (nee Etta Mithoff) Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Peet, (nee Mattie G. Vorys), teach- er, Lancaster, Ohio. 1883 Fannie Wetzler, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. John Mayer, (nee Susie Mechling) Lancaster, Ohio. 1884 Frank Alfred, Detroit. Mich. Wm. Viney, Railway Mail Clerk, Indian- apolis, Ind. Mrs. Chas. Outcalt (nee Birdie Consely- ea), Lancaster, Ohio. 1885 Mrs. L. P. Martin, (nee Nellie Allen), Lancaster, Ohio. 1886 Mrs. J. Pickering, (nee Lulu Wolfe), Lancaster, Ohio. 1887 Charles Boving, Minister, Bowling Green Ky. George O. Beery, Physician, Lancaster, Ohio. Fred B. Whiley, Lancaster, Ohio. E. Viney, Music Teacher, Huntington, W. Va. Mary Thomas, Missionary, Hinghua, China. 1888 Mrs. J. J. Shaw, (nee Cora Miller) Lan- caster, Ohio. 1889 Mrs. Martha Cowden, (nee Martha Pick- ering,) Teacher Lancaster, Ohio. Bertha Peters, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Chas- Wiseman, (Anna Wetzler,) of Lancaster, Ohio. Augustus Mithoff, Lancaster, Ohio. Amos Thomas, F. C. Bank, Lancaster, Ohio. 1890 Frank Shultz, dentist, Washington, D. C. Dan L. Walters, Ranchman, Culbertson, Montana. 88 MIRAGE Mrs. A. A. Pearce, (nee Elizabeth Scan- lan), Chicago, 111. Elizabeth O’Grady, Principal of the East School, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Miller, (nee Lida White,) Ann Ar- bor, Mich. Frank Acton, Lancaster, Ohio. Guy Rockey, Evangelistic Musician, Lan- caster, Ohio. 1891 Lacie Perfect, Teacher, High School Lancaster, Ohio- George Steinman, Attorney, Columbus, Ohio. Henry Cotner, Druggist, Athens, Ohio. Mrs. Robert Brown Moore, (nee Mae Bulger), New York City. Waldo Wolfe, Druggist, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Bertram Swinnerton, (nee Eliza- beth Boerstler), Carnegie, Pa. Mrs. Goslin, (nee Nettie Eckman,) Lan- caster, Ohio. Robinson Whiley, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Robt. Giesy, (nee Mabel Wolfe), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. F. M. Acton, (nee Maude Whiley), Lancaster, Ohio. 1892 Ella Patridge, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. F. Swartz, (nee Dora Walter), Bre- men, Ohio- Mrs. W. Bauman, (nee Mae Spybey), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. O. Miller, (nee Sadie Walters), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Wm. Gravett, (nee Louise Ripp- man), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Geo. Mithoff, (nee Ada Wilson), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Sam Whiley, (nee Lulu Willey), of Lancaster, Ohio. 1893 Morton Clover, Chemist, Detroit, Mich. Sadie Busby, Los Angeles, Cal. Will Repass, Lancaster, Ohio. Lawrence Thomas, Teacher, Lancaster High School, City. David Sites, Attorney, Pleasantville, O. Annette Schleckman, Music Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs- Wm. Gray, (nee Viola Ginder) Lan- « caster, Ohio. Mrs. Wm. Joos, (nee Anna Justus) Lan- caster, Ohio. Mrs. H. Lovett, (nee Mamie Proxmire), Barberton, Ohio. Sadie Malone, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Geo. Miller, (nee Mary Beery) Lan- caster, Ohio. 1895 Mabel Stahl, teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. George O’Grady, Physician, Rochester, N. Y. Bessie Outcalt, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Edgar Henry, Lancaster, Ohio. Arthur Walters, Druggist, Lancaster, O. 1896 Hettie Thomas, Missionary, Nagaski, Ja- pan. Harold Reeves, Lancaster, Ohio. Frank Spybey, Lancaster ,Ohio. Ralph Wolfe, Lancaster, Ohio- Mrs. Wm. Miller, (nee Florence Mc- Gwine), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. H. W. White, (nee Edna Meyers), Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. S. Maccracken, (nee Bessie Whiley) Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. J. Mattox (nee Fannie Wyman) Lancaster, Ohio. 1897 Fannie Smith, Lancaster, Ohio. Ida Keller, Teacher, Youngstown, Ohio. Mary Shutt, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Walter Scott, Dentist, Lancaster, Ohio. Clark Axline, Physician, Lancaster, O. Thomas Cox, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. J. D. Whitaker (nee Leota Wetzel) Lancaster, Ohio. Ida Schleckman, Lancaster, Ohio. 1898 Mrs. A. Walters, (nee Edna Bell), Lan- ( caster, Ohio. Ben Dolson, Attorney, Lancaster, Ohio. Agnes North, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Clara Pickering, Lancaster, Ohio. Gertrude Middleton, Teacher, Lancas- ter, Ohio. Madge McCoy, Teacher, Paulding, Ohio. Flora Fossler, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. MIRAGE 89 1899 William Martin, Attorney, Lancaster, Ohio. Theodore Proxmire, Physician, Lake For- est, 111. Mrs. Grace Campbell, (nee Grace Wolfe, Lancaster, Ohio. 1900 Ed. Kirn, Attorney, Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Towson, Lancaster, Ohio. Bess Wolfe, Lancaster, Ohio. 1901 Ethel McCutcheon, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio- Ethel Blackman, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Hiram Perry, Instructor, O. S. U. Co- lumbus O. Iva Wells, Teacher, Lancaster, O. 1902 Ray Smith, Toledo, Ohio. Elmer Trimble, Westinghouse Co., Pitts- burg, Pa. Mrs. Paul Durant, (nee Louise Groff.) Lancaster, Ohio. Sturgeon McCoy, Twin Falls, Idaho. Phil Peters, Lancaster, Ohio. 1903 Tom Hoffman, Attorney, Pittsburg, Pa. Thomas White, Hooker, O. Mary Geiser, Lancaster, Ohio. Lulu Gillespie, Lancaster, Ohio. Harry Bauman, Grocer, Lancaster, Ohio. Harry DeLancy, Lumber Dealer, Lancas- ter, Ohio. Joseph Gourley, Instructor, University of New Hampshire. James Schopp, Surveyor, Lancaster, O- 1904 James McCleery, Attorney, Lancaster, O Roi DeLancy, Lumber Dealer, Lancaster, Ohio. Ethel Ward, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Emily Gifford, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. H. K. Beck, (nee Amelia Klein), Lancaster, Ohio. Mayme Schopp, Lancaster, Ohio. 1905. Robert Henry, Lancaster, Ohio. Karl Hershberger, Lancaster, Ohio. Fannie Miller, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Sophia Geiser, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Helen Whiley, Instructor, Damrosch Musical Institute, New York. Rilla Coen, Lancaster, Ohio. Huldah Mechling, Lancaster, Ohio- 1906 Carl Brown, Physician, Bremen, Ohio. Don Shallenberger, Attorney, Lancaster, Ohio. Lorena Garrison, Teacher Hillsboro High School. 1907 Mary Silbaugh, Teacher Lancaster High school. Karl Frasch, Bremen Manufacturing Co. Bremen, Ohio. Louis Hill, Instructor, Western Reserve Medical College. Frank Stuckey, Physician, Lancaster, O. Hazel Beck, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Clyde Mattox (nee Nelle DeLancy) Lancaster, Ohio. James Campbell, Lancaster, Ohio. Leon Miesse, Lancaster, Ohio. Adele Aten, Teacher, High School, Lan- caster, Ohio. Gladys Lupher, Lancaster, Ohio. Gladys Smith, Lancaster, Ohio. 1908 Willis Henterly, Lancaster, Ohio. Estella Dannison, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Isabel Harris, Teacher, Lancaster, 0. Evelyn Mack, Teacher, Lancaster Ohio. Hazel Stoneburner, Bell Telephone Co-, Lancaster, Ohio. George Alten, Lancaster, Ohio. Alice Baker, City News Agency, Lan- caster, Ohio. Myrtle Ginder, Music Teacher, Lancas- ter, Ohio. Mrs. Glenn Crumley, (nee Ethel Gilles pie) Lancaster, Ohio. 1909 Bess Hammack, Teacher, Lancaster, O Grace Shue, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Elsie Smith, Teacher, Lansing, Mich. Wilma Solt, O. S. U., Columbus, Ohio. Frank McClintock, Sparks, Nevada. Carl Eyman, Chicago, 111. Elwood Butler, Lancaster, Ohio. Harry Jackson, Detroit, Mich. Fred Musser, Lancaster, Ohio. 90 MIRAGE Mrs. Herman Getter, (nee Mabel Barr), Amancla, Ohio. Mrs. Adolph Kaumeyer, (me Louise Plinke), Lancaster, Ohio. Floy Shallenberger, Lancasl ir, Ohio. 1910 Boyd Abbott, Berkeley, Cal. Clark Claypool, Hooker, Ohio. James Khrer, Hooker, Ohio. Mary Alice Swope, Teacher Domestic Science, Nelsonville H. S. Aileen Townsley, Springfield, Ohio. Clay Baumgardner, Teacher, Urbana, 111. Mrs. Phil Peters, (nee Dorothy Whiley), Lancaster, Ohio. Frank Busby, Lancaster, Ohio. Earl Tobin, Pharmacist, Springfield, O. Paul Beck, Optometrist, Lancaster, O. Paul Aten, Teacher, Rushville, Ohio. Ralph Acton, Pennsylvania Railroad Co. Lancaster, Ohio. Charles Drinkle, O- S. U., Columbus O. Samuel Renshaw, Professor of French and Psychology at Rio Grande College, Rio Grande, Ohio. Charles Miller, Lawyer, Lancaster, Ohio- Francis Wright, O. S. U., Columbus, O. Florence Webster, Milliner Columbus, O. Marie Baus, Lancaster, Ohio. Loretta Harbison, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Jake Hoffman (nee Mable Clare Smith), Columbus, Ohio. Beulah Oberdorfer, Lancaster, Ohio. Frank DeLancy, Cleveland, Ohio. 1911 Florence Bowers, Athens, Ohio. Mary Valentine, Lancaster, Ohio. Ralph Davis, Minister, Nevada, Ohio Clara Floyd, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Ula Ballmer, Athens, Ohio. Prudence Jackson, Teacher, Lancaster, Ohio. Roy Duncan, Optometrist, Columbus, 0. Paul Pairan, Athens, Ohio. Minnie Amerine, Lancaster, Ohio. Bessie Engle, O. S. U. Columbus, Ohio. Elma Corwin, Teacher, Lancaster, O. Mrs. Robt. Radebaugh, (nee Margaret Sites), Lancaster, O. Elizabeth Whiley, Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. J. C. Uhl, (nee Grace Kistler) Cleveland, Ohio. Edward Towt, Lancaster, Ohio. Fred Corwin, Lancaster, Ohio. Russell Barr, Cleveland, Ohio. Hoyt Miller, Rochester, N- Y. 1912 Edna Baumgardner, Toledo, Ohio. Cora Dupler, Columbus, Ohio. Ralph Miesse, Lancaster, Ohio. Gladys Brooke, Lancaster, Ohio. Olive Whiley, Lancaster, Ohio. Bessie Friesner, Lancaster, Ohio. Margaret Sears, Lancaster, Ohio. Mary Gray, Lancaster, Ohio. Estella Moss, Columbus, Ohio. Lester Cooper, C. A. C. R. R., Lancas- ter, Ohio. Pauline Tannehill, Milliner Lancaster, O. 1913 Clarence Myers, Ass’t. Supt. Shoe Fac- tory, Lancaster, Ohio- Harold Barnhill, Logan Brick Co., Logan Ohio. Wallace Barr, Farmer, Amanda, Ohio. Clayton Burnett, Columbus, Ohio. Harry Kern, O. S. U., Columbus, Ohio. Pearce Wright, Miami University, Ox- ford, Ohio. Carl Reed, O. W., Delaware, O. Gladys Shallenberger, O. S. U., Colum- bus, Ohio. Mrs. George Schmidt (nee Helen Court- right), Canal Winchester, Ohio. Bernice Broderick, Columbia University, Lancaster, Ohio. Elizabeth Shaw, Lancaster, Ohio. Minnie Swartz, Bremen, Ohio. Winnifrcd Abele, Lancaster, Ohio. Marjorie Pierce, Zanesville, Ohio. 1914 Roscoe Vogel, Lancaster, Ohio. Marie Smith, Lancaster, Ohio. Lafayette Abbott, Kenyon College, Gam- bier, Ohio. John Emde, Athens, Ohio. Herbert Malone, O. W., Delaware, O. Clarence Apple, Western Reserve, Cleve- land, Ohio. Walter Plinke, Lancaster, Ohio. Vivian Abele, Lancaster, Ohio. Ernestine Hoffman, Lancaster, Ohio. «J «( MIRAGE 91 1914 Forest Darfus, Cleveland, Ohi.o Margaret Crowley, Cleveland, Ohio. Martin Walker, Martinis Hardware Co., Lancaster, Ohio. Grace Sears, Lancaster, Ohio. 1915 Phil Floyd, Athens, Ohio. Bernice Ward, Lancaster, Ohio. Karl Schneider, Florist, Lancaster, Ohio. Clarence Creighton, Lancaster, Ohio- Russell Saunders, Columbus, Ohio. Frederick Hoffman. Shoe Factory Lan- caster, Ohio. Mildred Sherrick, Lancaster, Ohio. Harry Myers, Lancaster, Ohio. Joseph Hewetson, Office of M. C. Lilley and Co., of Columbus, O. Tom Wiseman, Kenyon College, Gambier Ohio. Lillian Botkin, Lancaster, Ohio. Theresa Holland, Sugar Grove, Ohio. Margaret Burnett, Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Redmon, Athens, Ohio. Helen Hengst, Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Hill, Lancaster, Ohio. Geneva Griffee, Columbus, Ohio. Mae Duvall, Telephone Co. Lancaster, O. Roy Keiser, Columbus, Ohio. Malcolm Becker, Lancaster, 0. Florence Rhodes, Lancaster, O- Howard Carmen, Logan, 0. Robert Hastings, Kenyon College Gam- bier, O. 1916 Martha Belle Thomas, Lancaster, 0. Harold Rowles, Lancaster, O. Russell Sheets, Sugar Grove, O. Fern Bollenbaugh, Lancaster, Ohio. Walter Pfeiffer, Optician, Lancaster, O. Katherine Swinnerton, Carnegie, Pa. Gladys Sheets, Susar Grove, O. Paul Leitnacker, Lancaster, O. Aula Dickson, Wells Fargo Express Co., Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Gray, Lancaster, Ohio. Lura Baker, Lancaster, Ohio. John Swinnerton, Carnegie, Pa. Gretchen Holland, Sugar Grove, O. Marguerite Ballinger, O. S. U. Columbus Ohio. Doris Mossman, Lancaster, O- Clifford Tibbs, Lancaster, Ohio. Charles Shonk, Lancaster, Ohio. Roy Benadum, Lancaster, O. Dudley Bookwalter, O. S. U. Columbus, Ohio. Norton Outcalt, Chicago School of Arts Chicago, 111. Loy Kohler, Sugar Grove, Ohio. 92 MIRAGE fi SHERMAN MEMORIAL ARMORY +- CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS If you have trouble seeing into the future we can give your eyes relief. PAUL M. BECK Graduate of Columbia University, New York City Successor to BARR BECK Eye Sight Specialists. Martens Building. + ♦ I ♦ ••• ♦•«•♦•••♦•••♦••■♦•••♦•I GESLING PLUMBING CO. Sanitary Plumbing, Hot Water Heating Office and Salesroom, New Kirn Bldg. Both Phones. Lancaster, Ohio. ♦ ♦ ? ♦ ♦ i ♦ ♦ f t ♦ f ♦ ; I ♦ I i ♦ ♦ I ♦ t ♦ ♦ THAT SUMMER SUIT that you are going to cast away—bring it in and let us return it to you looking like new. At a small cost to you we keep Men’s, Women’s and children’s clothing looking like new. RABE’S Both Phones. t : : i I ♦ ; ; t I ♦ i $ ♦ •Hr •I� •••« i FAIRFIELD NATIONAL BANK ► - • ♦ ; ♦ ; ♦ i ♦ ; I i •• ♦ • ♦••«♦••• { ! ♦ ♦ i i f ♦ f ♦ •+4 - Henry A. Langwasser 147 1-2 West Main St. Exclusive Local Dealer. Cleaning and Pressing. ♦ ♦ f ♦ ! ♦ I I : f ♦ I ♦ f f f ♦ STYLISH FOOTWEAR CORRECT FITTING MODERATE PRICES i : ♦ i ; : t I i A £ i i ♦ t ♦ i ♦ i ♦ ♦ : ; A DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT SHOE STORE (£ Different in that we give a customer exactly the kind of shoes he may require, excluding every other consideration. d “In this day and age of the world men and women are striving to make every dollar count. Our service in furnishing you with your footwear is distinctly personal and we aim to give you one hundred cents worth of value for every dollar you leave with us.” Q “The House of Kesinger has only one grade of footwear to sell—the best. We realize that you as an intelligent buyer want quality as well as style in the footwear you purchase. You want the best shoe you can buy at the lowest price for an equal service. In other words, a fair price and a square price. That’s yours here always. Q “Let me ask you to familiarize yourself with the reasons which have brought the House of Kesinger to be—Lancaster and Fairfield County’s Foremost Shoe Store.’’ THE HOUSE OF KESINGER The Foremost Shoe Store of Lancaster and Fairfield County, W. Main St. Lancaster O. THE LYRIC “The Home of Quality Movies” I Fox, WoHd, Triangle, Selznick and Artcraft Productions FOR GRADUATION DAYS Good Ice Cream—generously served—will prove the happy solu- tion of graduation entertaining problems. Ice Cream—Hamilton’s Ice Cream— is the real popular ice cream, and is truly a delicious treat. Place your orders at once with THE HAMILTON PURE MILK ICE CREAM CO. LANCASTER, O. Bell phone 915-2. Citizens 145-F. � 1« ♦ ♦•� • '( THE PASTIME LANCASTER’S FINEST Bowling and Billiard Room. A Recreation club for gentlemen Cigars, Candies, Soda. We have just installed one of the famous Butter Kist Pop Corn machines the only one of its class in this city. The most delicious buttered corn can be purchased from our new window confectionery where we are catering to ladies and children. THE PASTIME ED. OWENS, Prop. 128-130 N. Columbus Street. + • ONE LOOK Through the glasses we can make for you will convince you that you can depend upon our word and work. SPURLOCKrs OPTOMETRIST 155 West Main Street. The Only Optometrist located on the ground floor in this city. I i ♦ T 4 i ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 4 ♦ ♦ I 4 t 4 4 ? I 4 i 4 � 4 t 4 4 ♦ ♦ i I ♦ 4 f 4 ♦ 4 4 ? 4 • 4 4 4 i i 4 4 t ♦ f ♦ ? : ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ i i t Our Advertiser are our friends—show your ap- preciation by patronizing them. ♦ : ♦ t ♦ ♦ t ♦ ? ♦ $ i + “If Electrical and Good We Sell it” BRASCOLITE ILL UMNA TION More Efficient. Uniform Distribution Better Quality. Pure White Soft Light. I i : i i The Brascolite lighting fixture is the most advanced and perfect meth- od of reflecting and distributing artificial light. Over 250,000 Brasco- lites are now installed in offices, stores, hotels, churches, theaters, res- taurants, libraries, clubs, schools, and homes. There is a style for every requirement. RRflSCOtlTF wmov Vyw icnirry� JU PATSNTCO Call us on either phone No. 49 and we will explain it in detail, or better still our stock of this light is complete, and can make immediate trial installation by competent electrician with no obligation to the purchaser. Such service is truly the policy of “The House of Electric Service.” GORDON SUPPLY CO. 203 South Broad St. Opp. Post Office. WCrtPC lJ flMPToyoU dJVOUP TELEPHONE !• 99+-9- -9-9'99‘-99-9- 9 9-9-9 ♦ t 4% INTEREST We pay 4'y interest on savings accounts, compounded semi-an- nually. This is a saving Bank place; that is you can deposit any amount at any time, and withdraw your money when it is needed. The Fairfield Saving Loan Co. Public Square Martens Building. 9 ? ♦ ? ♦ f ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ f f ♦ i ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 9'9'99'9'9-99‘9'9-9‘ '9-9'9-9-9‘ -9-U‘9‘U‘9'U‘9 9-9'9‘99'9'9‘9‘9‘9‘ Dog Gone Good Clothes Boys Made to Measure, Made to Fit. From the cheapest that’s good, to the best that’s made. We bank on quality and win on price. Your choice of over 1500 samp- les. NATIONAL WOOLEN MILLS $17 SUITS. NAPPERVILLE WOOLEN MILLS, $16.50 TO $22.00. IDAN-HA WOOLEN MILLS $18 to $20 WM. LERCH, Mgr. 122 NORTH BROAD ST. LANCASTER, OHIO. ♦ • I f • $,9-+-9 .9 9-9 ■ •� -9-� -9‘� -t -9 9-9 -9-99-9-99'9'9-9 • -9-9-9-� -9-9-9-� -9-t-9-t-9 ■•■9-� -9 f A Full Line of Fountain Pens, Magazines, Newspapers, Office Supi)lies and Stationery Always at Your Service ♦■••♦■i' � i ♦ ? t f ♦ Fountain Square CITY NEWS AGENCY T. H. HALL, Prop. Lancaster, Ohio. A � .� ■ � ■ !� ■ ■ | I I«1 � I||� I|I ■ !' ■« � -� � ««■- -T- « t � -f-■� -� - � -f-t-t- ■ -t- f ■� « « « � « � t I « � «I� ll | III I « l§i I i ? t ♦ 4 4 4 B. F. ANTILL’S For Good Caramels And Home-Made Candies Of All Kinds Light Lunches And Hot Drinks Ices and Ice Cream B. F. ANTILL’S W. Main St. ? 4 4 4 4 4 • 4 4 4 ? 4 OUR JEWELRY is famous for its beauty, exclusiveness and durability- Call and See Us. You are always welcome at our store. AL. WENDEL Opposite Post Office. South Broad Street. • if. The Place to Buy Furniture . . . THE HOWARD FURNITURE COMPANY 200-204 S. Columbus St. Lancaster, Ohio. KNOWN AS THE GIFT STORE This is acknowledged to be a most satisfactory shopping place. A carefully selected stock of price-worthy goods, courteous treat- ment and a sense of security as to unquestioned reliability of the goods, make gift choosing a pleasure. A cordial invitation is extended to you and your friends to visit our store when that gift occasion arises. FOSTER JEWELER 155 Main St. LANCASTER, OHIO. It will mean much happiness to Mother to have your portrait. While Your Away THOMPSON’S STUDIO Cor. Main and Columbus, Rising Block. All photographic work for Mirage done by Thompson’s Studio Valve-in-Head Motors Valve-in-Head Motors FIND THE EQUAL OF THESE CARS IF YOU CAN! Among the cars of the most distinguished appearance this year is the Chevrolet. Every feature of the Chevrolet defies comparison and chal- lenges competition. The Chevrolet is the exceptional car. Its appear- ance is exceptionally smart. Its construction is exceptionally strong- It has exceptional power and speed and it has every detail that could add to the comfort and delight of the motorist. MODEL FOUR-NINETY TOURING CAR. THE CHEVROLET MODEL FOUR-NINETY touring car is fast becom- ing a popular model for business men, real estate men, professional men, and all those who must cover a large amount of territory. It has the elec- tric lights and electric starter and strong headlights. It has streamline body of trim appearance, finely balanced, has roomy interior and finely upholstered. It is a car of ideal economy. IT GIVES YOU THE MOST FOR YOUR MONEY. The CHEVROLET revels in strength. Its sturdiness brings you miles and miles of joyous travel free from worry and full of faith in the de- pendability of your car because its POWERFUL VALVE-IN-HEAD type gives more energy, more miles per gallon of gasolene than any other car. See this car. FOUR-NINETY TOURING CAR $550.00 F. O. B. Flint, Michigan. FOUR-NINETY ROADSTER, $535.00 F. O. B. Flint, Michigan. JOS. H. GOLDCAMP COMPANY HARDWARE 124 N. Columbus St. Lancaster, Ohio. + i ♦ I ♦ i ♦ i ♦ f ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ f ♦ ♦ i ♦ i | i ♦ ♦ f ♦ I ♦ f ♦ f ♦ ♦ i ♦ i ♦ f ♦ t ♦ I ; ♦ l : ♦ « ♦ Better Boost Than Try to Knock—“Mock” LANCASTER CIGAR STORE “At the Sign of the Spear’’ CLARENCE MOCK, Prop. BE A SPORT Athletic sports have proven their worth in the development of manly men, and womanly women. Yes, in Lancaster, we claim to be “first aid” in supplying athletic sport goods of dependable mer- it, at right prices. Reading Room Open day and night, Daily papers, mag- azines, Score Board. A hearty welcome. i ♦ ♦ I ♦ ; ♦ i ♦ ♦ ♦ I ♦ ♦ ? ♦ ♦ � i ♦ ♦ ♦ T ♦ ♦ i ♦ ♦ t ♦ ; ♦ f t f ? ! ♦ ♦ f ; I I I : WEST MAIN STREET LANCASTER, 0. t ♦ ; t i Cabbage is Cabbage and Clothes are Clothes— but there are men who prefer cauliflow- er to other varieties of cabbage and those who prefer well-born clothes to “just clothes.” That’s why the class of 1917 selected our shop as The place to procure their graduation suits. To others who know and crave the niceties of life we suggest -labored @)olJies $20 io $45 Our Haberdashery is also of the same high class and individuality as our clothes and both are war- ranted orthodox Spring-1917 mod- els. HAMMOND BROS. M I RAG E • 191 7 Trench Overcoats $15 to $30 Also pinch back or plain Coats Knitted Coats, Rainproof Coats. Either in craven- ette, gabardine or rubber- ized cloths. SWEATERS Coats, V-Necks, Jerseys in School Colors. HAMMOND BROS. 154 W. Main St. _ r o mrt Om x Kaufm It drrw. MIRAGE YOU YOUNG FELLOWS WHO WANT CLOTHES WITH PEP Who want the newest little refinements that eastern designers are always conceiving, drop in to the live store any time. You’re always welcome to brou.-v around and see the new things. I rench Suits and Overcoats ARE THE FAVORITES JUST NOW We receive new models every week. Ours are the kind that have that trim military set so desirable in young men’s clothes. MATTOX For Honest Values PICKERING I BAKERY ? I BREAD, BUNS, ROLLS, PIES, I CAKES, COOKIES } Cor. Broad and Cleveland Ave. ! Bell Phone 2236 : HISTORICAL COLLECTION MI R A G E +• t • � - ■• •■� ■� ■ m -� .9 ■� ■• ■•■9 m-� ■ ■••■� •� ■• ■•■• ■«. J. THAT PERFECT DAY you never want to forget a single happy moment of it. What better way of keeping- pleasant memories fresh than to have some PHOTOGRAPHS of your self and friends made here while you are in the mood? You will treasure such pictures more and more as the years roll on. Make an Appointment today J a. Bell phone 1386 New Martens Block Take Elevator at Park Entrance M I R A G E 3 We Extend to You a Cordial Wei come to visit our “Gift Shop You don't have to know Jewelry if you know FOSTER JEWELER 155 W. Main St. Agency for “The Hamilton Mirage Officers. Editor-in-chief--------------------- Neil Thompson. 18 Associate-editor ---------------- Helene Applegate. '18 Assistant-editor......................Ruth Redmon. '19 Business Manager..................... Roy Shriner. '19 Advertising Manager .......—....... Donald Hunter. '18 Alumni and Exchange ..........— ______Clara Singrey. '18 •Jokes ............. Eva Lamon and Stephen Ruch. '18 Society Kathleen Henry and Hester Alspach. '20 Echoes from L. H. S................. Miriam Snider. '18 Athletics ---------------------- William Wiseman. '18 Cartoons and Short Stories .........Richard Mattox. ’18 Art_________ Typists ----------- Edwin Bolenbaugh. ‘18 Mildred Reef. ’18 and Edith Thompson. '19 MIRAGE Volume 1. FALL NUMBER. 1917. Number 1. “The Change in Previous to this time the Mirage” the “Mirage” has been a High School book run by the Senior class. The Seniors financed it. edited and monopolized it. This custom is now a thing of the past. The “Mirage” is now a High School book published by the students of Lancaster Hi’. Members of the Junior and Sophomore classes hold important positions on the Staff. The fresh- men have no staff member as it has al- ways been the custom of the Seniors to look after them and we may say that they are well represented. We know that this change will make a great improvement in the book and serve to bring the students together in a common cause. We know that “Nothing is harder to change than an old custom.” so Mr. Hickson and the Senior class, are to be commended upon this splen- did change of the time-worn custom. “The Boys in the Lancaster High Army and Navy” School is represented the world over. You may find Lancaster High School graduates holding important positions all over the United States and in all the large colleges. Accordingly, when their country entered this world-war the L. H. S. boys were not slow to respond to the call of Democracy. There are five L. H. S. boys in the Ohio National Guard. Private Paul Regan of the Senior class is located at Montgomery Alabama in the 5th Battalion. Depot Brigade of Camp Sheri- dan. Bugler Charles D. McCoy, Privates Herbert Shipley. Kenneth Eifert and Cecil McAfee are all at Camp Mills. Hempstead New York with the 166th U. S. Infantry. George Keller, another Senior is in the U. S. Navy. He is located at Common wealth Pier. Boston, Mass. On her honor role L. H. S. has the fol- lowing graduates in various parts of the United States enlisted for service: Howard Carmen, Ross George, Wilbur Wolfe. Fred and Paul Sexauer. Dan Shonting, Harry Nourse. Russell Cunningham. Webb Vorys, Roderick Shaw, Earl Gray, Leon and Ralph Miesse, Fred Rissler, Ralph Eineman, Frank DeLancy, Austin Cartmell, Theo- dore Alfred, Carol Black. Lawrence Derby- shire. Howard Wilson, Carl Eyman, Ralph Vorys, Clarence Creighton. Carl Robinson, Royce Van Arsdalen, Maurice Boley and Raymond Fatig. This list is as complete as it was possible to make it at present. The New The Students of the Lancaster Buildings City Schools are glad to thank the citizens of Lancaster for their new school buildings a fid other im- provements. As we all know they were greatly needed and will help Lancaster to maintain her reputation for her splendid education facilities. The buildings are all rapidily nearing completion and we hope to see the students happily installed in them by April 1st. The work on the new addition of the High School building is progressing rapid- ly, much to the great delight of the upper classmen, who hope to be ensconced in the new building for at least a short time be- fore leaving the school altogether. When finished, this new portion will contain 14 rooms including a manual training room, and much to the delight of the girls a Do- mestic Science department, a library, a rest room, the principal’s office, a new chem- istry department, a new physics laboratory and a General Science laboratory will be installed. Out of these fourteen rooms four will be devoted entirely to commer- cial work. The Commercial department is becoming quite efficient. In all probabil- ity the building will be finished about April 1st. and when we are firmly established in 8 MIRAGE it, school life will once again take on its dignified and accustomed aspect. New Teachers L. H. S. is happy to wel- come into its midst this year, several new members of the Faculty. Miss Loos, our third English teacher, who comes to us from the Canal Dover High School, has already become quite popular with the students due to her pleas- ing personality and her enthusiasm for things that pertain to school life. Mr. McClure, our coach and chemistry teacher, comes from the Canton High School and has surely put the “pep” in ath- letics and even instilled some knowledge of chemistry into a few bright Juniors. Miss Garrison, our new Spanish and Mo- dern History teacher, completed a very successful year at the Hillsboro High School last year. Miss Huntwork comes to us highly rec- ommended from the Basil High School. She will teach Geometry this year in our school. Miss Fortner, assisting in the Commer- cial Dept., was until her election here, at Grand Rapids. Mich. D. ,1. Powell, the new Manual Training teacher is a graduate of the New York State Manual Training School at Buffalo. N. Y. Domestic Art is a new study in our schools this year and we are quite fortu- nate to secure the services of Miss Hersh- berger from Ohio State. With these new members added to our Faculty L. H. S. has the brightest prospects for the coming year. By the way have you noticed the inflow of Freshmen? Splendid green material to be developed by the untiring efforts of the Faculty into stately and dignified Seniors. More nerve-racking work! The Juniors are having to study The Literary Digest” in connection with their Modern History. What do you think of these unannounc- ed written lessons that our austere faculty has been thrusting upon us? Uh-huh! Neither do we! We are happy to announce that after having thoroughly investigated, we find that, with all due respects to the other members of the faculty, Mr. McClure holds the record for being able to grade Chem- istry papers with astonishing rapidity. If you wish success in life, make per- severance your bosom friend, experience your wise counsellor, caution your elder brother, and honesty your guardian gen- ius. —Addison. “Men are four:— He who knows and knows that he knows He is wise—follow him. He who knows, and knows not he knows— He is asleep—wake him. He who knows not. and knows not he knows not— He is a fool—shun him. He who knows not and knows he knows not— He is a child—teach him. —Arabian Proverb. “Consider the postage stamp, my son. It secures success through its ability to stick to one thing until it gets there. —Josh Bill- ings. Student Government There has been and Council introduced into Lancaster High School a new system of government among the students. This self-government or hon- orary system has been in progress a year and has met with great success. There is a Student Council composed of two Sen- iors. Carl Nourse and Neil Thompson, one Junior. Russell Stuckey and one Sopho- more, Charles Rauch. The council is like an advisory board, who suggest to straying male students the proper attitude in which to accept the rules and regulations of the school. Likewise there is a girls’ Council com- posed of 2 Senior girls Helen Applegate MIRAGE 9 and Mary Elizabeth Thomas, one Junior. Mary Dickson and one Sophomore, Mary Oberdorfer. In a similar manner they look after the girls. Thus far these coun- cils have had no trouble. There seems to be perfect co-operation among the stu- dents. The Faculty is never needed to set- tle a dispute as it is all quietly settled be- tween the council and the erring student. This system has been a great improve- ment to the school. L. H. S. has always been known for her well-behaved, orderly students but hitherto the responsibility of maintaining this reputation depended upon the teachers; now the responsibility rests wholly upon the shoulders of the student body and they are too proud of their repu- tation to lower their previous standards. 10 MIRAGE IN MEMORIAM Elizabeth Miller Elizabeth was a member of the class of ’19. taking an active interest in all class af- fairs. In 1917 she served as Mirage Repre- sentative for that class putting into her ar- ticles her customary “pep”. She was loyal and generous in her friendships leaving a warm circle of friends wherever she lived. She was enthusiastic in her school life and was an exceptionally good student. Eliza- beth was “one of those softly burning hu- man lights that shine long after the flame is extinquished,” and though her High School life was short yet L. H. S. feels its loss keenly. MIRAGE IN MEMORIAM Anna Mowrey Born March 1901. Died August 1917. Anna Mowrey, a member of the class of 1919, passed out of this life from her late home on Washington Avenue August 1917. She was a sweet, earnest young girl leaving us in the Springtime of her life. Her one year in Lancaster High School was spent in faithful, conscientious study. She belong- ed to several school organizations and was well beloved by her fellow class-mates, who lament her untimely departure and ex- tend their sympathy to her sorrowing par- ents and friends. 12 MIRAGE SPUNKES ATTEND THE CIRCUS “Birtha Bell. Letitia Anne, Sophia June. John Andrew, Peter McKenzie and Sylves- ter Peterkin, all of ye git up immediately —don’t you know this the day the circus is in town and we’se all goin’?”—“Git up. 1 say!” All hopped out of bed but John Andrew. Mrs. Wilhemia Spunk picked up a nearby hat-pin and gave him a gentle “stick”. “Glory be to Washington, ma. what you trying to do—Stab me?” “Now silence—you all know that todays when we’re all goin’ to town. All line up here now while I spoke—John Andrew, stop pinching Birtha Bell. Its now 4 :00 a. m. At 6:00 sharp we must be starting. Do you all hear me?—Now its up to you all to pull together and git ready—Peter Mc- Kenzie—stop wiggling your toes—It mak- es me so nervous.” “Now as to what your to wear. Birtha Bell, since your the eldest (she was just 13 vrs.) step forth, we’ll get the other kids in their uniform. Now do as we tell you and no squallin’. The first one that don’t mind is agoin’ to get his ears boxed.” Letitia Anne!—Now Birtha Bell scrub her good and then—here’s her lavender dress, with this swell red sash. or.—say, this yeller would look sweller cause your goin’ to walk with Peter McKenzie and he has a scrumptous red tie—Now here’s a pair of pink stockings and this pretty pair of red shoes that Miss Graham gave Birtha Bell two years back—and yes. put this green hair ribbon on and I say—you’ll be looking some swell. Now git down in that kitchen and don’t ye dare move—let me wet your hair a bit more (she already re- sembled a skinned cat)—Now git down stairs and do be keerful.” “Sophia June!—scrub this 'un good cause yisterday she was playin’ with those Jones kids and there back yard’s a regular mud hole. Here—O, yes— dig down in her ears good—here’s a hair pin—caus’ when John Andrew filled them with sand the other day, I an’t never had the time to clean them. Shut up Sophia June—an- other yelp like that and you’ve cooked your hash. Here’s your pink dress, this beauti- ful black sash that Peter McKenzie swiped one day when they was havin’ a funeral over at Jones’s—and your black stockin’s and white shoes. Here’s my large black lace shawl you can wear and here—tie your pa’s swell old green neck tie on yer head. Sophia June—now you march down stairs.” “Now these heathenish boys, and then we’re nearin' the end.” “John Andrew—nows the worst job— these kids are so eternal dirty—scrub his feet good—here’s the clothes brush—try this—it’ll take off the dust. I’m a thinkin’. Now come here and git your clothes. This brown and green checkered suit, your pink barred shirt and this swell lavender tie. Here you don’t need any stockin’s—Why John Andrew—your legs is as white as snow—Who’d a ever thunk it—Be a sin to hide ’em—just put on your tan slippers— soak your head in this basin of H. O. and then your through—Down stairs please!” “Now. Peter McKenzie, and Sylvester Peterkin—you each wear your velvet suits, that Miss Graham gave you—Remember? Ther’e trimmed in large silver buttons.” Peter McKenzie—this red suit. Sylvester Peterkin—this blue.” “Say, these kids ears is still dirty. Hand me that hair pin—Now each put on this pair of pink stockings, that used to be yer sisters—Soak your heads in this tub of H. O.—Part their hair in the middle. Birtha Bell—Now git down stairs and if I hear you kids a makin’ noise down there, re- member what ye git.” “Now you—me—and yer pa. and then the whole bloomin’ familie’s ready—We’ll each wear our white embroidery dresses— our red sashes—white shoes and those large green hats I got at that bargain sale last December.” “Yer Dads goin’ to be all spruced up, wear his black swallow-tailed coat, red MIRAGE 13 dotted shirt—white boots and that plug hat that Sophia June found in the Jones kids attic.” “Now— kids— pa — Everybody — The Spunkses family is ready. John Andrew, let Birtha Bell use that handkerchief—or I’ll lam you—Say. I reckin I'm smellin’ va- nella—who’s been at that vanella bottle— Peter McKenzie—you’re the guilty sinner. Step Forth.” “O, Ma. gee I just put some on my new red neck tie to”— “Makes no difference and young man if it wouldn’t be for fear of bustin’ the sleev- es out of this swell dress I’d lam you good.” “Come kids, the surry’s out in front ready.” As 1 call the names you walk out together—take hold of hands and stick that way all day—Don’t go stringin’ along like lost sheeps.” Birtha Bell—John Andrew.” “Letitia Anne—Peter McKenzie”. “Sophia June—Sylvester Peterkin.” “Now you boys set in the back, the girls on top of yer laps.” “Now Birtha Bell git off of John An- drews neck tie—You’ll choke him—Pa. git in heer now. Stop your scrapin’ or so help me Hannah. I’ll—but the rest of Mrs. Spunks’ speech was not heard on account of the awful noise of the wagon. “Say Pa. you certainly gave Lizzie a good scrubbin’. She’s as white as snow”. “My jumpin' Jehosophats!—what’s corn- in’ off.” It seemed like an earthquake. Lizzie stopped dead still. The rig stop- ped. On glancing back Mrs. Spunk saw the wagon wheel going at good speed down the road and the children piled one on top of the other, yelling for dear life. “O Silas, what shall we d—Jump up. every blast one of ye—John Andrew, run and fetch that wheel—Hurry—not one word. Stop your squallin’ now. I jist kindy thought that wheel would come a rollin’ off, cause that “Knut’s” so enormous. So- phia June—all of ye hunt that “Knut”. “Now. alls well. Lets get in now. John Andrew, you walk along side of this wheel and watch that Knut”. You kin take turns in doing that. Now. as soon as ye see it cornin’ off yell— Halt!” There were many halts before the Spunk generation arrived at the town of Ham- burg. “Here, we’ll hitch at this fence post— all git out—now take hold of hands—no questions. Pa and I’ll take the lead. Take my arm, pa. Ready march!” So the Spunk family started off up town. They attracted a great deal of attention from the richer folks but the country peo- ple could be heard saying—“O. the Spunk- ses don’t need to think they’re so smart jist ’cause they is dressed up fine onc’t.” Pa, what’s the time? John Andrew, your out of step. Peter McKenzie, blow your nose.” 11.00. Wilhelmina.” Well, lets git somethin’ to eat and then git to the grounds early. We’ve missed the parade but never mind.” “Now kids, when we cross the street, pa and I will run and you’se kids run after us. Ready start. —Peter McKenzie, what you yellin’ fur. Lost your slipper? Well, hike right across the street there after it. That’s it, stick to him, Letitia Anne.” “Now. we’re goin’ in here to git some- thin’ to eat. Now I'll order up and don’t you yell fur more and Peter McKenzie if 1 see you swipin’ sugar out of the sugar bowl, or Sophia June wipin’ your mouth on the table cloth, or catch you drinkin’ the vinegar. Sylvester Peterkin. jist remember that tomorrow I won’t have on this swell dress and I’ll lam ye all the worst lammin’ yit. Understand—Ready—Preceed.” “Come on. we’ll go into this lunch room” which bore the sign—“Eat here, and you’ll never eat anywhere’s else.” “Come on, we’ll set at this table, jist eight chairs.” “Has anyone taken your order. Madam? “No thanks—let me see. we’ll each have a dish a beans,—and do you have sour- crout—no?—alrite—two dozen fresh on- ions—two limburger sandwitches apiece. —vegetable soup, cake and ice cream.— oh! yes. do you have H-2-0 melon—No.? Well that'll be all this time—thank you. Bring a glass of milk—two cups of tea,— 14 MIRAGE two cups of coffee,—a cup of sassafrass tea, and two glasses of lemonade. “The Spunkses certainly did justice to the SMALL LUNCH as Mrs. Spunks re- marked. Peter McKenzie slyly emptied the sugar bowl and Bertha Bell was in the act of drinking the catsup when Mrs. Spunks spied her and soon put the bottle in its place. Sylvester Peterkin swiped the tooth- picks, put them in his pocket while Peter McKenzie picked up two knives and forks and hid them in his pocket. At the door Mrs. paid the bill, it being just $5.00. Just as they started up the street a waiter come running out and screamed “There’s two knives and forks missing, madam! “Well Mr. Smarty—you don’t speculate we took ’em. “What’s that bulging out of the young man's pocket? “Peter McKenzie, you’ve ruined the Spunk reputation. Fork over those arti- cles!—wait till tomorrow a. m. “Now for the circus—Let’s see, pa, you carry Peter McKenzie, squeeze up Peter, and that will save us one ticket. Now stick together kids—ready, march! “Sylvester Peterkin. keep off the train of my dress—Sophia June, your sash is drag- gin,’ that’s it, hold it Sylvester Peterkin. “Oh ma! what’s that big thing with a lump on its back? “My dear that’s a-ah—what makes me furgit. my geography—Silas. What is that? “Cannibal?—no kamel—no camel.” “That’s it. That’s a camel, my dear. They cross deserts and never drink any H-2-0. “Say ma. didn’t you say that elephants had trunks, well I’ll be hanged if I can lo- cate that elephants trunk. “Why child, that long snake-like con- cern is it’s trunk. “And ma. where’s the key. Aunt Maria always carried her key around her neck. “O. I don’t know, they keep it locked up or tied around them somewheres. “Wouldn’t there be more room in a suit case than his trunk ma. I’d have a suit case if I’d be him. “Does lions eat kids ma? asked John Andrew. “Yes dear. “Is them bears? “Un-Huh. “No Wilhelmina. said Silas to his wife. “Them’s zebras. “Zebras nothing, I attended high school, Silas Spunk, so my knowledge of animals is law. I guess I studied “Botanv” and vou didn’t! Alright sweeties, just as you say. Silas knew it had to be just as she said. “Ma, said Peter McKenzie, “How olds that stripped thing there? “Eh!—Yes now that’s a zebra. Silas. Now that animal is as old as the stripes around his body—count them Peter. “1—5—11—13—17—49. He’s 49 years ma. “Correct Peter, correct, I always did say you inherited your mother’s smartness. “Ma, what’s that in that big cage?” “That’s a Rhinisscerus. “Where do they grow, ma? “In Africa on deserts. “What’s a desert,” asked Sophia June. “A great big farm without anv H-2-O on it. ‘How old is she, asked Peter McKenzie “Well child, you kin hardly tell that an- imals age. cause it’s minus stripes. “What’s minus, ma? chipped in John Andrew. “Ain’t got any stripes, replied ma. “Ma, don’t that monkey’s tail look like Bertha Bell’s hair afore you curl it?” “Yes, resembles it somewhat. “Ma, what’s resembles? asked John Andrew. “O—looks like it. “Ma. how old’s that monkey?” asked Peter McKenzie. “As old as the kinks in his tail , replied ma, intelligently. “Peter make use of Bertha Bell’s hand- kerchief. Now in for the ericus. “Ma. what’s them row of boards all around there? MIRAGE 15 “Them’s seats, kid.” “Will we seat there? “Most assurdely.” “Assurdely what?” asked John Andrew. “It means—where else would we set.” “There Silas, I just knowed we’d fugit somethin’. Them cushions, I took so much pain with and stuffed 'em full of swell chicken feathers.” “Ma. what’s cushions?” “Cushions is pillows.” “Oh. them things we sleep on when Aunt Maria comes.” “Shut up. another expression like that and watch your ears.” “But what’s expression ma?” “That dumb talk of yours.” “Now then, we’ll occupy this front row down here.” “There I knew it—” Peter McKenzie had missed the seat and was standing erect on his head. Birtha Bell grabbed his feet and pulled off his tan slippers but finally righted the young man. “Now if ye kids don’t git seated, why watch me set you.” “Move up, Sylvester Peterkin.” “But I can’t budge, ma.” “Silas give Sylvester a yank.” He pull- ed and they both landed on their heads in the middle of the ring. This family was a circus itself. “Ma. look at that gum, sticking on Syl- vester Peterkin’s coat,” and at that John Andrew rushed out. pulled some off and came back chewing for dear life. Thus the day elapsed, every moment bearing some point of amusement or ex- citement for the Spunkse8. It was now 9:00 in the evening. The Spunks family were home and all the chil- dren were in bed. “Ma.” yelled Peter down stairs to his mother. “Will you buy me a circus to play with, tomorrow.” “Circus nuthin’ but rather a couple of buggy whips.” “What fur ma. to whip the horses and ponies with.” “No to thrash you young ’uns.” “Now shut up and go to sleep, good- night Peter.” “So-long, Ma.” Miss Dorothy Graf, Class of ’18. WANTED-A FAT MAN If one is excessively fat and desires to become thin, one must be possessed with the following qualities: intrepidity, perse- verance, a faithful stomach and the pa- tience of Saint Peter. I speak from exper- ience. I was in my early twenties, not yet an old maid, almost beautiful and in every way suitable for a good wife. But alas! as is always the case, there was one draw- back. I weighed two hundred and fifty pounds. Many young men admired me and three went so far as to propose. But father, who has always been an honest man. thot it his duty to mankind in general, these three in particular, to inform them upon a few facts of vital importance. As a matter of fact it took more food to keep me than it does an average woman. And in these days of high prices not one of the three dared to undertake, my hopes began to wane. Now don’t for the world misunderstand me and think that 1 was desirous of a husband; I was only sorry to disappoint these three men who loved me so devoutly. But at last one came who possessed more fortitude than the others, who was more venturesome. He proposed, father stated his facts and still he remained undaunted. But yet when we would be planning about that delightful future he would look doubt- ful. One evening when the topic of mach- ines arose he stated that we might some day be able to afford a Ford. But even as the hope arose it died. I saw dispair in his face. Imagine me in a Ford. And so it 16 MIRAGE was that he. too. slowly drifted away and I was left still unmarried and nearing spinsterhood. Then, from within the depths of my keen brains arose a thought. I WOULD DIET. I WOULD become thin! I WOULD take Dr. Jotham’s “Surplus Fat Remedy.” I decided not to impart my secret to any one until the day I could gracefully walk be- fore my friends a slim, willowy figure. It would not take long for did not the adver- tisements say that a fat women of three hundred pounds could become thin in three days? I at once sent for the treatment and awaited its arrival anxiously. When it came this is what the treatment consisted of: four quart bottles of a bright crimson liquid, which tasted like arsenic and smell- ed worse; ten boxes of green and white pills in different shapes and sizes. As they all tasted alike the difference in color, shape and size must have been for variety. Two boxes of vellow ointment to be used on the feet when desired. In addition to these I was to furnish myself with a gal- lon of vinegar and a box of soda. Indefi- nite prescriptions were given with each of the articles and I was to take them as pre- scribed without fail. Then I was not to in- dulge in any of the following: potatoes, peas, beans, cereals, vice, pie or cake, ice- cream. sugar or bananas. If I did all of this exactly as they said and faithfully followed the directions they guaranteed that 1 would become slim some- time. A few other things were enumerated as being very beneficial if I did not mind drop- ping my dignity for a short time. For instance, a roll down a flight of stairs was recommended as fine exercise for a fat person. Or juggling iron dumb- bells if I could keep from hitting my face. Well I decided to try. After one taste of each remedy I became disheartened. But my desire for slimness was great and I persisted in taking the cure. I tried hard to keep from weighing myself but at the end of a week I timidly stepped upon the scales. And to my greatest consternation I weighed two hundred fifty-five pounds. I felt like a cat who has had a pan of cold dishwater freely distributed over his body. I immediately proceeded to destroy Dr. Jotham’s remedy. Then all that night I sat and pondered. How awful to be hin- dered in life’s tasks by Fate. And then from the depths of my still greater brains another thought sprouted. I would marry a fat man. He could sympathize with, con- dole. and love me. I am more than satis- fied with my fate. I, shall marry a fat man. —Helen Applegate, ’18. MIRAGE 17 CATCHING A TRAIN Miss A1 way slate, of Littletown, received a telegram from her fiance telling her to come at once to Largetown as he was leav- ing on the next train for an eastern port from which he would sail at once for France. Miss Alwayslate slammed the front door, threw her keys into her purse, ran down the steps and jumped into an await- ing taxi. Telling the driver to go as fast as he could, she settled back on the cush- ioned seat. The taxi was a Ford and of course one of its tires was soon punctured. After a half hour’s delay Miss Alwayslate was en- abled to proceed on her journey, reaching the station just as the train disappeared around the bend. Again jumping into the “Henry” she raced across town to the in- terurban station to find that there would not be another car for two hours. As good luck would have it an aviator was making a trip from Dayton to Colum- bus but came down at Littletown long enough to get his breath and fix his cap on straight. Miss Alwayslate implored him to take her to Columbus. After much pleading he consented, taking her flying through the air. On reaching Columbus she hired a mo- torcycle and after powderng her nose was off to Largetown. She reached her destination just a few minutes after the train bearing the troops had left the station. She is now packing her grip to follow her fiance to France where she intends to become a Red Cross Nurse. Here’s hop- ing she will be Miss-Alwavs-On-The-Dot in her new profession. (Marian Beery, ’21) 18 MIRAGE Poems—Original and Otherwise TO YOU To the shyest girl in the Freshmen crew, She’s the smartest one of a very few. Tho a little backward, she’ll be the girl Who in three years joins the Senior whirl. And that one’s mine. To the prettiest girl in the Sophomore bunch, Keep your eye on her when I give you the hunch. You see if she don't make the boys look around. When they have the blues and their eyes on the ground. Well, that one’s mine. To the wittiest girl in the Junior squad. You can’t rule her with a stick or a rod. Just give her some flowers and a dance or two. And I’ll tell you now she’ll be after you. So that one’s mine. To the most dignified girl of maroon and grey. I’ll be down right pat and have this to say As she is the one I’ve picked from the rest Of all in Lancaster High, she is the best. And that one’s mine. —Ruth Thomas. ’18. There’s a Freshman’s low cry There’s a tear in her eye For she’s lost in the halls Up at Lancaster High. There’s a teachers’ low moan And a Seniors low groan As the Freshman falls in All heaving and foam. There’s a Juniors’ faint, tweet As she falls in her seat And picks up her breath That fell under her feet. —Ruth Thomas, '18 The Sophomores’ sides are almost split- tin’ The Fresh i es’ teeth now shinin’ and grit- tin’ When up she jumps and cries aloud ‘I’ve lost Miss Hershberger’s darned old knitttin.” When Doc went to see her on Sunday She treated him awfully nice But when Stuck or George were there She was like a cake of ice. If all the school books were burning And everything was well. If all the knowledge were perfume I wouldn’t have a smell. —Silbaugh The Kaiser’s Prayer Mine Gott. will you be mine pardner? You don’t know who I am? I am the German Kaiser— Der Emperor Will-I-Yam. You know I whipped dem Belgiums. Und mit bullets filled Russia full; Und I’ll whip France and Italy Und blow up Johnny Bull. Now all dem other nations I don’t gif a tarn. If you’ll just be mine pardner Und whip dot Unkle Sam. You know I got dem submarines. All Europe knows dot well. But dot Edison got a patent now Vot blow dem all to hell. Now, Gott. if you will do this. Den you I will always love; Und I will be Emperor of de earth, Und you be Emperor above. But. Gott. if you refuse me dis. Tomorrow night at ’leven I’ll call mine Zeppelins out Und declare war on heaven. I wouldn’t ask dis from you. But it can be plainly seen Dot when Edison pushes dot Button I got no submarine. —Ex. “If Chaucer Came to Town?” I like to see a little dogge patte him on the hedde; Butte when he singeth in ye nyte I would thatte he were dedde. MIRAGE 19 And eke ye tunefully Thomas Catte Which sleepeth alle day long. Fulle oft I’ve shocked ye palled moon scored his fervent song. Ye playfulle flea, so sprightlie and So fulle of boyish glee, Why must he play atte nyte time whenne No human eye can see? Ye ragtime on ye floore above Grows louder; I know Ye clans are celebrating where Ye beers doth ebb flow. I love ye sound of music; yette I rave want to fyte; The day was made for song; oh thenne Why keep itte up all nyte? Mem me blast ye pestie house fly oft With blasting loud deep; Yette he alone of alle ye pests, Whenne hys poor, jaded victim rests. Woes decentlie to sleep! —Ex. The Roman of Old Oh. the Roman was a rogue, He erat, was, you bettum; He ran his automobilis And smoked his cigarettum; He wore a diamond studibus And elegant cravatum, A maxima cum laude shirt. And such a stylish hattum. He loved the luscious hic-haec-hoc. And bet on games and equi: At times he won; at other, though. He got it in the nequi. He winked (quousque tandem?) At puellas on the Forum And sometimes even made Those goo-goo oculorum! He frequently was seen At combats gladiatorial And ate enough to feed Ten boarders at Memorial. He often went on sprees And said on starting homus, “Hie labor, opus est, Oh, where’s my hic-haec-domus?” Although he lived in Rome— Of all the arts the middle lie was (excuse the phrase) A horrid individ’l; Ah. what a different thing Was the homo (dative homini) Of far away B. C. From us of Anno Domini! There was a man on this small earth Who thought he was very wise. He jumped on Uncle Sammie To scratch out both his eyes. But Uncle Sam was on to him And made the bone-head run. There won’t be much of Kaiser Bill When Uncle Sam gets done. A Story He tried in vain with Anna, Her love to crystallize. But she spoke to him in (acid) tones. And told him alkali(es). He could ever feel her near, And could “detect her presence”. And one of her chief charms he knew. Was lack of effervescence. He sent her “flowers of sulphur” He often went to call But the place she’d meet him, Was in the alcohol. So there he drank of her love To the “point of saturation” And soon his “affinity” for her Was a case of fermentation. Then at last he roused himself His dream was all dissolved. And into a clear “erlenmeyer flask.” Poor Anna was dissolved. —Ex. A Lament The hard work of Seniors! The hard work of Seniors! Yes, it’s driving us mad; The hard work of the Juniors is only a joke. Its the hard work of Seniors that’s gett- ing our goat! We study from seven straight on ’til eleven, To try to keep up with the class. Every handsome professor marks lesser and lesser. We’ll have to keep studying a while! —Am. 20 MIRAGE FOOTBALL J. T. McClure The vacancy made by Mr. Sutton’s resig- nation has been very capably and satisfac- torily filled by J. T. McClure. “Coach” comes from Wooster and is a graduate of Ohio State, being very prom- inent in athletics. He has had a great deal of raw material with which to work, but undaunted by defeat, has carried out his policy of development of lower classmen. This theory will give us good material up- on which to rely for next year, since nearly all the men will be back in the field again. We sincerely hope Mr. McClure will be here to continue his good work and witness the results of this year’s efforts, which have been faithfully expended for the up- building of this department. The football season opened with Mr. McClure of Wooster acting as Coach and Edwin W’ilson as Manager. Materia] was lacking for a heavy line and backfield, the only old players being Capt. Nourse. Moody. Dungan. McLaughlin and Kiefab- er. Not as much spirit was shown at the be- ginning of the season as was shown last year but it is hoped more men will turn out. Two new men put in an appearance this year. Veidt, half-back and Shenker. cen- ter. the latter being a three year man from Woodsfield. Those playing on the first team are: Captain Nourse (Doc), quarter- back. a snappy player, quick on his feet, ready to pick holes and a sure tackier. “Doc” is a great asset to the team and we will hate to see him leave High School at the end of this year. Dungan. half back a sure forward pass- er and quick on his feet. A big vacancy will be felt in the line up next fall because of “Irve’s” loss. Moody, full-back, always in the game when wanted, good at line plunging and the heaviest man on the team. Veidt, half-back, excellent at interfer- ence and good at picking holes. Veidt has probably developed more than any man on the team this year. Kiefaber. quarter, a good steady player, always keeping his head thus making a good pivot for the team. “Eddie” Wilson, quarter, although light “Eddie” has shown good work and we are glad that he is back next year. King” Halterman. half-back, a fresh- man and due back next year. We expect him to tear them up on his return. Shenker. center, a good steady passer, always on the job and doing his share. A great asset to the team. Shonke. guard, a bulldog type of play- er. always mixing in the plays and holding his side of the line. We are pleased that he is a freshman. Orem, guard. “Cleo” has always done his share and always will. He is a good man for the position and will probably hold it down next year. McLaughlin, tackle, a good offensive player holding his part of the line in good fashion. Smith, tackle, has been very regular at practice and always given his best. Smith will be with us next year and with a lit- tle more weight and development, will prove a star. Willis, end. fast on his feet and a sure tackier. “Curly” has always done more than his share on his end and he will be an addition to next year's team. Hoyman, end. for his weight one of the MIRA G E 21 beat players on the team. Mike” is al- ways on the job and it is very seldom that a play is worked around his end. Robinson has also been out this year but owing to a bad ankle has not had much chance to show up. Lancaster opened its football season by a game with AshviUe. Coach McClure pro- duced some new material in Shenker. a three year man from Woodsfield. and sev- eral husky freshmen. Owing to a lack of practice and the new men practically un- developed, Lancaster was defeated 10-0. Only four of last years’ team are back, these being Captain Nourse. Dungan, Moody and McLaughlin. However, our new coach is forming a team with these men as a nucleus. In the first half Ashville made 13 points but in the last half the team tightened up and held them to one touchdown. Lineup as follows. Ashville, 19. Lancaster, 0. Stokes, 1. e. ............Shumaker, 1. e. Justice, 1. t................. Moody, 1 .t. Davidson, 1. g.____________ Shonke. 1. g. M. Cromley, c.----------------Shenker, c. Smalley, r. g.................Orem, r. g. P. Cromley. r. t. McLaughlin, r. t. Odaffer, r. e. Willis, r. e. Griffith, q. b................Nourse. q. b. Duval, r. h. Dungan. r. h. Mithoff, 1. h. Halterman. 1. h. Hoover, f. b. Silbaugh, f. b. Coach McClure secured as a practice game for Lancaster a game with Company D of Pleasantville. The game was very rough from start to finish. Capt. Nourse broke his ankle in this game, which has kept him from the gridiron for a number of weeks. The superior weight of the soldiers told, giving them the game by a score of 21-0. Towards its close the two teams became so rough that the game was called off. So ended our practice game, leaving Lancaster crippled, but still ready to fight to the finish. East High Game. Lancaster High played the fast East High team of Columbus, on Saturday, Sept. 29, but received a severe defeat at their hands, taking the small end of the score 69-0. Lancaster as a whole was sadly lack- ing in teamwork. J. Silbaugh was the star for Lan- caster. his weight and straight line plunges telling on East. Unfortunately, he was badly injured in the latter half of the game and may be out for several games. The team, although beaten badly showed a de- cided improvement over the game with Ashville and with more practice will de- velop into a better working machine. Lineup as follows: East High, Col. 69. Lancaster, 0. Moody, 1. e. _____Robinson-Hoyman, 1. e. Shaw, 1. t.________________ Groves, 1. t. Stewar. 1. g. ............... Shonk, 1. g. Hecox, c.__________________ -..Shenker, c, Pixley, r. g------------------ Orem, r. g. Hagertty, r. t. ..-.....McLaughlin, r. t. Devore, r. e............... Willis, r. e. Cianaflona, q. b......—....Kiefaber, q. b. Long. 1. h__________________ „Veidt, 1. h. Elgin, r. h. Moody, r. h. Fuller, f. b............ -Silbaugh, f. b. South High Game. On Friday. Oct. 5, Lancaster played the fast eleven from South High, Columbus, and was defeated by the score, 40-0. The score does not in every respect indi- cate the nature of the game. Our boys were outweighed about 15 lbs per man but they fought from start to finish. The team was also handicapped by the absence of Capt. Nourse, Silbaugh and Dungan. Grove a new player, was injured in this game. The game was attended by the largest crowd of the season. Lancaster having its full quota there, and South sending down quite a few rooters. The band led the par- ade of team and students to the field. In the first half Lancaster carried the ball within 20 yards of the goal, but Co- lumbus held them on down. R. Brooks was the individual stay for South while Kiefab- 22 MIRAGE er and Moody played a snappy game for Lancaster. South High Col. 40. Lancaster, 0 Winekoop, 1. e.....Robinson-Hoyman. 1. e. Brochenback. 1. t. ...... Bhenker, 1. t. Reucher, 1. g. .................Shonk, 1. g. Magley. c. McLaughlin, e. Eichenlaub, r. g_____________ Orem. r. g. Jenkins, r. t. ..._...Groves-Smith ,r. t. Robinson, r. e._-..........„Willis, r. e. Courtright. q. b. Kiefaber, q. b. W. Brooks. 1. h.................Veidt, 1. h. Saecher. r. h. Hyde, r. h. R. Brooks, f. b............ Moody, f. b. Touchdowns—R. Brooks, 3; Saecher. 1; W. Brooks, 2. Goals, R. Brooks. 4. Quar- ters. 15, 12 1-2. 15. 12 1-2. Umpire—Mc- Donald. State. Referee. Silbaugh. The High School eleven went to Zanes- ville. Oct. 20. but were defeated 39-0, The common talk said that Zanesville’s team averaged 137 pounds but they did not fall far short of 150. Their heaviest man. a freshman, tipped the beam at 233, probab- ly being the heaviest foot-ball man in Ohio. Lancaster put up a game fight, although the line at tackle was very weak and light; however, never did we come nearer to Zanesville’s goal than 15 yards. Hoyman, one of the lightest men on the team played a sterling game, holding his end of the line and making clean tackles. Dungan and Veidt also played a consis- tent game, the former being very adept at receiving passes. For Zanesville, Jackson, Shrake and Linn starred being very good on line plung- ing and open field running. Lancaster received the ball but was held on downs after making a long forward pass. Zanesville then marched for the goal Bartley making the first touchdown. Nineteen points were made in the first half while twenty were piled up in the sec- ond. Zanesville, 39. Lancaster, 0 Abele. 1. e.................... Hoyman, 1. e. Schooley. I. t. Smith. I. t. Bartley, 1. g.................. Fisher. 1. g. Clifton, c.................. Shenker, c. Carlyle, r. g. Orem. 1. g. Calhoun, r. t........... Englehart. r. t. Stevenson-Ewing, r. t. Willis-Mclntyre, r. e. Linn q. b. —..............Kiefaber, q. b. Jackson, 1. h.---------------Veidt. 1. h. Shrake-Bell. r. h. Hyde-Dungan, r. h. Mu Ivey, f. b. —.............Moody, f. b. Touchdowns Bartley, Jackson 3; Linn, Bell. Goals—Shrake. 3. Referee—J. Wietleman Umpire—Carl. On Friday, the twenty-sixth. Aquinas visited us, but carried back with them the long end of the score. 7 0. The score, by no means, shows the ability of the players as L. H. S. greatly outplayed Aquinas. The lone touchdown came in the first quarter, when Aquinas being held, on the fourth down, punted. The wind miscarried the ball and Aquinas again obtained pos- session of it. Being near the goal, a for- ward pass was attempted, but was drop- ped. A Lancaster man chanced to kick it and an Aquinas man downed it behind the posts. In this way the visitors obtained their only score of seven. Several times Lancaster marched the length of the field but lost the ball on fumbles. The line-up showed a decided improvement over last week’s game, working in greater unison and being slightly heavier. The ball was in Aquinas’ territory most of the time but the team lacked the punch necessary to put it over. Veidt played an unusual game be- ing excellent at interference. Dungan and shonk also played a good clean game and L. Eberts starred for Aquinas. Aquinas, 7. Lancaster, 0. Carroll, 1. e...............Hoyman. 1. e. L. Eberts. I. t............. Hyde. 1. t. Ororke, 1. g-- Orem, 1. g. B. Eberts, c. —.............. Shenker, c. Cody, r. g. ..—......—..Halderman, r. g. Packer, r. t. Shonk. r. t. Duffy, r. e. Willis, r.e. Fath. q. b. Nourse-Kiefaber. q. b. McMullen, 1. h..............Dungan, 1. h. Faherty. r. h. ........... Veidt, r. h. Falkenbach, f. b............ Moody, f. b. Referee—Frank. Headlinesman. Shrin- er. Linesmen Bonner and McMullen. MIRAGE 23 SOCIETY Miss Catherine Maxwell, one of our for- mer teachers paid Lancaster High School a visit October 22. and every one was cer- tainly glad to see her smiling face among us again. Miss Eva Snider and Miss Gertrude Hartman of Columbus were pleasant house guests of Miss Kathleen Henry during va- cation. Miss Mary Dickson made an agreeable hostess when she entertained with a porch party during the summer in honor of Miss Hilda Weis, of Cincinnati and Miss Anna Schraad of Columbus. Victrola music and games formed the diversion of the evening and at a seasonable hour dainty refresh- ments were served to the following guests: Misses Hilda Weis of Cincinnati. Anna Schraad of Columbus and Mary Rymer of Plattsburg New York, Olive Young. Gladys Hoyman. Ruth Redmon, Lucile Hoffman. Mary and Martha Hoffman. Mary Getz. Vida Markwood, Florence Acton. Ruth Wolfe. Pauline Weis, Ruth Harris, Mary Oberdorfer. Catharine Keller. Dorothy Himes, Henrietta Dickson and the hostess. Miss Anita Moore was an agreeable host- ess. Oct. 27, when she entertained a num- ber of friends at a delightful masquerade party at her home on North Mt. Pleasant Avenue. Miss Helen Ritchie assisted in dispensing hospitality throughout the even- ing which was enjoyed by about eighteen guests. A ghost met the guests at the door and ushered them into the rooms which were beautifully decorated in Hallowe’en style. The hours were pleasantly spent in games and music and an interesting contest was a feature of the entertainment. The prizes for efficiency were awarded to Miss Lucile Wilson, guest of Miss Lena Osborne, also Miss Ruth Powell and Miss Helen Allen. At an appointed time, a delicious luncheon, appropriate to the occasion, was served by the hostess. A delightful social hour brought to a close the festivities of the even ing. Miss Irene Langwasser entertained in a delightful, tho informal manner, the mem- bers of her club, Oct. 30, at her home on Park St. In honor of the occasion, the house was beautifully decorated in Hal- lowe’en style, pumpkins, witches, yellow and gold crepe paper being used in an ar tistic way about the rooms. Hallowe’en games, music and a pleasant social time were the diversions of the ev- ening’s entertainment. Miss Kathleen Floyd as fortune teller added a bit of merriment to the festivities of the occasion. Delicious refreshments were served dur- ing the evening to the guests, who included the members of the club and Misses Mar- garet and Grace Sears. Edna Bumgardner, Katherine Keller. Mary Catherine Getz. Mildred Hoffman. Kathleen Cannon. Mar- garet Burnett, Rebecca Wadsworth. Flor- ence Acton and Elizabeth Kent. The entire evening was one of great pleasure and all in attendance greatly en- joyed the event. The members of the Junior and Senior classes met at the High School the latter part of last year and prepared to start for Buckeye Lake to have their annual picnic. A number of machines conveyed them to this popular resort where about noon a sumptuous picnic dinner was spread in the picnic hall where everyone did justice to it. The remaining hours were spent in en- joying the amusements of the park and af- ter a delightful supper the crowd left for home. When they arrived in Lancaster the good-hearted Juniors entertained their Senior schoolmates with a theatre party at the Lyric and everyone proclaimed the day a very enjoyable one. The merry crowd had as their chaperones. Misses Laumer. Reasoner and Maxwell. 24 MIRAGE Miss Mildred Reef entertained as her guests in September. Misses Erma and Ed- ith Rawlings of Findlay, Illinois. For the pleasure of Miss Alice Pearce of Zanesville and Miss Elizabeth Erdman of Chillicothe, who enjoyed a pleasant visit here with friends. Miss Ruth Mark wood entertained with a delightful matinee par- ty at her home on Easi Fifth avenue. Music and a pleasant social time were the pastimes of the afternoon and at an ap- pointed hour, a delicious repast of attrac- tive arrangements was served. The invited guests were Miss Pearce and Miss Erdmanfi Misses Mary Margaret Nye, Miriam Snider. Vaneta Snider. Winifred Oberdorfer. Mildred Reid, Florence Acton, Eloise Tidd, Louise Wilson, Eva Kneller. Marie Zarbaugh, Mary Valentine. Cather- ine Williams of Wilmington. Pauline Weis and guest Miss Hilda Weis of Cincinnati, Dorothy Graf. Clara Singrey, Marguerite Peters, Ruth Busby and Catherine Keller. Miss Mary Margaret Nye entertained with a delightful picnic party at the beau- tiful Rising Park for the pleasure of her guest. Miss Elizabeth Erdman of Chillico- the and Miss Alice Pearce of Zanesville who was the guest of Miss Ruth Markwood of East Fifth Avenue. A delicious picnic supper was a feature of the pleasant after- noon which was enjoyed by the following guests, Misses Alice Pearce, Elizabeth Erd- man, Catherine Williams of Wilmington, Dorothy Graffi Elanor Abele, Catherin Kel- ler, Pauline Weiss. Florence Acton, Esther Shaw, Ruth Markwood, Vaneta Snider, Miria mSnider, and Mary Margaret Nye, and Messrs. William Wiseman, Hugh Sil- baugh, Neil Fishbaugh, Geo. Young, Rob- ert Murphy, Carl Nourse, Dana Chapman. Gardner Hodgison, George Rutherford, Neil Thompson, Edward White, Edwin Bol- enbaugh, George Alfred, Richard Meikle and Lenox Nye. The chaperones were Mrs. Martha Nye, Miss Margaret Ranch. Mrs. Markwood and Mrs. Van Snider. Miss Pauline Weis entertained with a de- lightful theatre party at the hippodrome to see Pauline Frederick in one of her best film creations known as “Her Better Self”. After this they went to the Hamilton Tea Rooms where a delightful luncheon was served to the following guests: Misses Hil- da Weis of Cincinnati, Ohio, Alice Pearce of Zanesville, O., Anna Louise Schward of Columbus, O.. Elizabeth Erdman of Chilli- cothe. O.. Dorothy Graf, Edith Courtright, Catherine Keller. Miriam Snider. Mary Dickson, Mary M. Nye, Ruth Markwood. Lucile Hoffman. Lenore Abele, Ruth Wolfe Jane Schumacher and Pauline Weis. Misses Vaneta and Miriam Snider were? hostesses at an enjoyable slumber party last evening at their home on East Fifth avenue. The affair was arranged in hon- or of Miss Alice Pearce of Zanesville and Miss Erdman of Chillicothe. A delightful social time was enjoyed and at an early hour a delicious three course luncheon was served. Besides the honor guests. Misses Eloise Tidd, Mary Margaret Nye, Ruth Markwood. and Van- eta and Miriam Snider participated in the event. As a diversion of the evening, the guests formed a serenading party, visiting Miss Anna Davidson, one of their L. H. S. in- structors, Steinman’s Drug Store, where they were royally treated, and several oth- er places. Their songs were accompanied by ukeeles. Miss Dorothy Graf entertained with an enjoyable house party at Graf’s Cottage at Buckeye Lake in August. The guests were Misses Helen Applegate, Edith Court- right, Jane Schu maker, Pauline Weis, Ruth Wolfe and the hostess, all memberu of the Senior Class. Mrs. Theodore Graf and Mrs. Phil Weis acted as chaperones. MIRAGE 25 The Sophomore’s held their picnic May 29, at beautiful Buckeye Lake. The party left Lancaster in machines about nine o’clock. At the noon hour a delightful picnic dinner was enjoyed by all, after which about twenty-five of the company took a boat and went to many places of interest while the remainder of the class enjoyed themselves by dancing. About five o'clock they left for home no as to be there in time for the Senior play. The chaperones were Misses Winterhal- ter and Drinkle. Miss Helen Monahan entertained a party of fourteen friends at a Hallowe’en party last evening at the Hotel Mithoff. The spacious dining room was turned into the scene of the festivities and was attractively decorated in corn stalks, pumpkins, ghosts and everything appropriate to the Hallow- ’en season. Music, dancing, games consisting of ap- ple and guessing contests, claimed the at tention of the guests during the evening and a delicious luncheon of sandwiches, pumpkin pies, and doughnuts was served. A grand march was a feature of the enter- tainment and each girl and boy was given a cap as a favor. At a late hour, all left for their homes, thanking their hostess for their pleasant social evening. 26 MIRAGE Special Departments The L. H. S. Literary Society In 1914 the need of some kind of Liter- ary organization in Lancaster Hi’ became evident and accordingly through the ef- forts of Mr. Hickson, Miss Aten and Mr. McCandlish, the Lancaster High School Lit- erary Society was organized Nov. 12, 1914 by the students from the four classes. The constitution and by-laws were drawn up and approved at the next meeting. The purpose of the Society was. and is, to aid in the educational and social better- ment of its members. At present meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each school month at 7:30 in the evening, at the High School Building. A short bus- iness session precedes the program for the evening, which consists of current events, talks, readings, extemporaneous speeches and a debate. The debating of the Society especially, has taken a prominent place. The same year it organized, the Society arranged the Triangular Debate between Delaware high East High of Columbus and L. H. S. The Lancaster affirmative team consisted of Robert Giesy, Walter Ruff and Phil Floyd, and the negative team of Joseph Hewetson Fred Sexauer and John Silbaugh. The L. H. S. affirmative team debated in Lancas- ter with Delaware while the negative de- bated East High in Columbus. Altho both L. II. S. teams were defeated this only spurred the Society on to greater efforts. The debating activity became even more lively when on April 28. 1916 the second Triangular Debate was held. The L. H. S. affirmative team consisting of Robert Giesy Irvine Dungan, George Rutherford and Donald Hunter alternate debated East High on our home floor. The score two to one in our favor. The L. H. S. negative team consisting of Harry McClanahan. John Sil- baugh, Clifford Tibbs and Dallas Tobin al- ternate, debated Delaware at Delaware on the same date. The score was three to no- thing in favor of Delaware. This L. H. S. team debated the strongest team in Ohio and their defeat only urged them to hope for complete victory. In March. 1917 a still more interesting debate was rendered on the question of the Adamson eight-hour law. The L. H. S. affirmative speakers, Robert Giesy, Hugh Silbaugh and George Rutherford went to Marietta while the Marietta affirmative team came here debating our negative team. Ralph Beck. Irvine Dungan, Donald Hunter and George Keller, alternate. Mar- ietta had a splendid team and it meant a great deal for Lancaster High to combat with them. The score was three to noth- ing in favor of Marietta in both debates. These outside debates have developed many fine speakers and are continuing to do so. The society is beginning to realize that a girl on their team would be a great improvement. All the other High Schools' have a girl representative and they are generally the winning teams. The saying is, “There’s no use arguing with a woman” and we almost believe so. But. seriously, one member of the team should be a girl and we hope to have several good girl de- bators this year. There are many other activities in the Society. Social affairs afford a pleasant diversion and are held frequently. The Fac- ulty have been so kind as to give the mem- bers of this organization one-fourth unit per year credit, which they appreciate and deserve. The student body as a whole has come to support the efforts of the Literary So- ciety, as it is one of the best organizations in the school The persons holding office in the four years the Society has been organized are: 1914. President. Orvel Blazer; Vice-Presi- dent, Marcillete Stuckey; Secretary. Thom- as Wiseman; Sergeant-at-arms, Phil Floyd and Critic, Leila Saine. First semester. Sept. 1915—President, Rhoderick Shaw; Vice-president Alice Pearce; Secretary, Russell Lloyd; Sergeant-at-Arms. Alcide Brasseur. and Critic Marguerite Ballinger. MIRAGE 27 Second semester Feb. 1916, President, Har- old Mayer; Vice-president, Helene Apple- gate; Secretary. George Rutherford and Critic, Mildred Acton. First semester Sep. 1916. President, Harry McClanahan; Vice president, Kathleen Henry, Secretary, Ir- vine Dungan, Critic. Helen Applegate. Sec- ond semester. Feb. 1917.—President. Rob- ert Giesy ; Vice-president, Constance Hum- mel; Secretary, Donald Hunter; Critic, Helen Applegate. First semester. Sept. 1917—President, Irvine Dungan; Vice- President. Mary Kerns; Secretary, Gard- ner Hodgison; Sergeant-at-Arms. Donald Hunter; Critic, Helene Applegate. At present there are about one hundred members in the Society. Besides the edu- cational values, it affords its members much enjoyment. Three fine programs have been given this year. There is left in Lancaster High School but one of the Charter members William Wiseman of this year’s Senior Class. Such an enterprising Society adds to the character of the school and is a benefit to the graduates who enter higher schools. Visitors are always welcomed. Our Orchestra. One of the most helpful organizations of the L. H. S. is the orchestra. In fact, it would be almost impossible to do without it. At every play, at every rhetorical, at every entertainment of any kind it is ready to render its services willingly. We started at the first of the year with the following officers: Ralph Sexauer, di- rector; Martin Shonding, assistant director and Albert Pfeiffer busines manager and treasurer. This year’s orchestra is the lar- gest in the history of the school and when given a chance, are going to prove to be the very best. Each and every member of the L. H. S. orchestra is a complete soloist in his line. We are working very hard for the pride of our school along this line and consider our work a pleasure. Members of the Orchestra: First Violin—Oramay Ballinger, Mignon Hummell. Mary Dickson, Edward White. Marian Beery, Russell Stuckey, Russell Blume and Ferdinand Brasseur. Second Violin—Clara Singrey, Doris Tidd. Ralph Nourse, Charles East and Da- vid Altfater. Piano—Clarence Mulkins. Drums—Emmitt Erick. French Horn—James Sears. Trombone—Claude Jewell. First Clarinets—Willis Wolfe and Albert Pfeiffer. Second Clarinets—Neil Thompson and Vincent Black. First Cornet—Martin Shonding. Second Cornet—Dewey Deeds. Director—Ralph Sexauer. Home Economics Department. “Home economics’ stands for ideal home life of today, unhampered by traditions of the past.” This is a new department under process of development, with our capable Miss Hershberger at the head. Lancaster is the first high school to take up the study of surgical dressing work as a part of the reg- ular Domestic Art Course. The work is very seriously handicapped owing to the entire lack of rooms or equipment. But every girl is co-operating to the very best of her ability and is thoroughly enjoying every moment of the work. Miss Hershberger's aim is to work out a thorough course which will prepare each and every girl of today for the problem of tomorrow. Our girls are the chief pur- chasers and upon them will soon rest the responsibilities of household affairs. The foolish spending of money by women is us- ually due to ignorance of economic prob- lems. The Dept, will include Domestic Science —a study of the science of foods and Do- mestic Art—a study of texiles, their man- ufacture and uses. Also, designs in color, tone and line, in addition to sewing and millinery. It is not the aim to make a show- ing of fancy articles, but rather, to study the principles and art of cooking and sew- ing. 28 MIRAGE In short, to prepare the girl of today for the responsibility of spending wisely her own income or that of others. Whether or not she performs her part wisely, de- pends somewhat upon equipment furnish- ed her by home and school. Here's to the flourishing new Dep’t. and to its efficient Manager. Miss Mary Hersh- berger ! Commercial Dept. Our Commercial Department is one which is very deserving of special mention. Under the direction of Miss Rosella High- land and Miss Ida L. Portner the work is making remarkable progress. More than twice as many pupils are enrolled in type- writing as last year and ten new typewrit- ers have been added to the supply of Rem- ington's already in use. A class of twenty-nine are reporting each day in Short-hand and are each do- ing excellent work in the Gregg System. The classes in Bookkeeping and business forms are all larger than last year and are working diligently under the instruction of Miss Portner who came to us with the be- ginning of the new school year from Grand Rapids. Mich. She is quite capable in cor bining actual practice with theory in the presentation of business methods. Fannie Lake M7 received the Gold Medal for speed given by the Remington Co. dur- ing the late spring and now holds a very good position with Kilbourne and Jacobs Co. of Columbus. Ohio. Too much cannot be said in praise of the organization and management of this Dep’t. The wishes of the entire student body are for long and continued success un- der the present regime. MIRAGE 29 Echoes From L. H. S. Sept. 17.—Drafted army called for ser- vice. About 500 patriotic yet reluctant privates answered to roll call. Usual corps of instructors present, many new D. O. L.’s (dolls). Sept. 18.—Stop! Look! Listen! New coach arrives. Much excitement among the fairer sex. Sept. 19.—Work begins in earnest. I). O. L.’s doing their best to develop our gray matter (if such there be.) Sept. 20.—The experienced “Sammies” are wondering where the “Rookies came from, especially the “Gold Dust Twins.” Sept. 21.—Football squad makes their debut. 39-0 favor of Ashville. “Peace be to the Ashes. Sept. 24.—Army life begins in earnest. Tests ! ! Let’s live in hopes. Sept. 25.—Chapel. Two of our famous instructors, Capt. Reasoner and McClure give marvelous lectures, the former on “Pigeonholing, the latter on “Foot-ball- 9 9 mg. Sept. 26.—That eternal grind on both the out-side and the in. Sept. 27.—Co. D of Pleasantville played against our illustrous foot-ball squad. Girls turn traitor and root for the visiting sold- iers. Therefore they win. Sept. 28.—Camp quiet. Only the silent tread of the sentinels in the halls breaks the monotony. What’s the matter with “Doc? Oct. 1.—Chapel again! Will wonders ever cease? Have you heard the latest? Our foot-ball boys were defeated, (for a change) in Columbus Saturday at East High. Score, 63-0. Oct. 2.—Cold. Colder. Coldest. We poor “Sammies will be frozen before we reach the trenches (graduation.) Oct. 3.—My! How we miss “Tub Sil- baugh’s bright and shining countenance. Oct. 4.—Mystery ! ! What’s the matter with Major Gen. Hickson's head. Last nite was beau nite. Oct. 5.—Who said L. H. S. didn’t have any spirit! South High. Columbus was a visitor today. What was the score? ? ? 1 wonder ! ! ! Oct. 8.—The Seniors are delighted with Chaucer (?). Do you blame them? Oct. 9.—We are given a short furlough in order that we may attend the Fairfield County Fair. All school children of the county given free badges for one day. Are- n’t we glad we are school children—for once? Oct. 15.—Back to camp all too soon. Chapel! Mirage Staff introduced into camp society. Oct. 16—Physics paper returned. Oh ! Johnny, Ye Seniors and ye grades! Oct. 17.—Nothin’ didin’. Oct. 18.—But there was something did- in' last night for the following announce ment was found on the bulletin board this a. m.; “Prof. Dean M. Hickson and Miss Bess Julian witnessed the ‘Bird of Para- dise,’ at the. Hartman last night. Isn’t that shocking! Oh! you owl car! Oct. 19.—Our boys go to Zanesville to- morrow. Don’t ask me for the score un- til Monday. Oct. 22.—We are progressing slowly but surely. The score Saturday was 39-0. Oct. 23.—Rain! Oct. 24.—More rain! Oct. 25.—Most rainiest! Oct. 26.—Aquinas foot-ball team defeats L. H. S. Of course we would like to win a11 these games but when we know that our boys are working their very best, we wiP not complain. Rousing chapel. Mrs. E. H. McCandlish. the coach. “Doc , and Hunter all distinguish themselves. Grade cards! Tears! Oct. 29.—Miss Loos proves to be a sec- ond Betty Fairfax in giving advice to Jun- iors. especially. Oct. 30—Seniors begin work on grea play to be given on the 23rd of November. What amateurs they are? Oct. 31.—Those studious Juniors arc seen almost daily carrying a Literary Di- 30 MIRAGE gest under their arms. Isn’t it marvelous that they enjoy such literature? Its so un- usual ! Nov. 1.—Let us hope that all the com- ing months will pass as smoothly and as quickly as the past one. Nov. 2.—Mercy! Our team plays the Alumnae team today. Let’s imagine the score. Nov. 5.—Study! Study! Study! Nov. 6.—Meetings and Troubles! Nov. 7.—It is rumored that our most hon- orable D. O. L.’s go to a convention tomor- row! Won’t a vacation feel good. Nov. 8.—D. O. L.’s have went. Ain’t we sorry? Nov. 9.—All Mirage material in hands of printer and we------well----? ? MIRAGE 31 Alumni and Exchange Alumni 1915. Attending Ohio State University, Colum- bus. Ohio, —Harry Wolfe. Lloyd Thomp- son, Elizabeth Towt, Josephine Thomas Adeline Griffith. Hubert Eyman, Marguer- ite Ballinger, Harold Ruff. Irene Hengst. attending Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio. Florence Belt, Columbus, Ohio. Mildred Acton. Lancaster, Ohio. Nannie Watson, teacher in Lancaster Public Schools. Bernice Ward, teacher. Tarkiln School. Helen Weiss, with the McFee and Miller Co., Lancaster. Ohio. Alice Fricker. with the G. M. Hickle Co., Lancaster, Ohio. Clark Ward, Druggist. Lancaster. Ohio. Harry Myers, with Bletzacker Tire Co., Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Gillespie, Lancaster, Ohio. Malcolm Becker, Lancaster. Ohio. Tom Wiseman, attending Kenyon Col- lege, Gambier, Ohio. Mrs. Ralph Gould (nee Lillian Botkin). Lancaster, Ohio. Margaret Burnett, Bookkeeper Ford Motor Co., Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Redmon, Supervisor of Music in Public Schools of Bridgeport. Ohio. Florence McCalla. with the G. M. Hickle Co.. Lancaster, Ohio. Helen Hengst. Lancaster. Ohio. Helen Hill. Lancaster. Ohio. Marcilette Stuckey. Warren. Ohio. Geneva Griffey. Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. Ralph Webster (nee Catherine Sni- der). Lancaster. Ohio. Virgil Adams, attending Ohio Weslyan University, Delaware. Ohio. Florence Rhoads. Lancaster. Ohio. Mrs. Charles Kilbarger. (nee Helene Ul- tican). Lancaster, Ohio. Robert Hastings, attending Kenyon Col- lege, Gambier. Ohio. Wilbur Wolfe. Ninety-sixth Co., Sixth Regiment United States Marines. Quantico, Va. Howard Carman. Corporal. Co. L. Camp Mills. Hempstead. New York. Fred Sexauer, First Class Private, Camp Mills. Hempstead, New York. Clarence Creighton. United States Mar- ines, Quantico, Va. 1916 Fern Bollenbaugh, Lancaster. Ohio. Walter Pfeiffer, Optician. Lancaster, O. Gladys Sheets, Sugar Grove, Ohio. Roy Benadum, Lancaster. Ohio. Norton Outcalt attending Chicago school of Arts, Chicago. 111. Mary Belle Thompson. Lancaster. Ohio. Winifred Oberdorfer. Lancaster, Ohio. Mary Mercer, attending Hiram College. Miama Ohio. Lulu Miller, Columbus. Ohio. Ruth Ritter, attending Ohio University Athens. Ohio. Earl Bauman, Sugar Grove. Ohio. Katherine Swinnerton, teaching near Beaver. Pa. John Swinnerton. Beaver. Pa. Mrs. F. E. Rittgers (nee Myrtelle Rie- gel), Lancaster. Ohio. Doris Mossman. Lancaster. Ohio. Dudley Bookwalter, Attending Ohio State. Columbus, Ohio. Martha Belle Thomas. Logan, Ohio. Cecil Houser. Cashier Paper Mill. Lan- caster, Ohio. Helen Miller, attending Ohio University, Athens. Ohio. Olive Taylor, attending Ohio State, Co- lumbus. Ohio. Ruth Busby, attending, Ohio State, Co- lumbus. Ohio. Josephine Wilson. Lancaster. Ohio. Fawn Holland, attending Ohio State, Co- lumbus, Ohio. Leola Meeker. Lancaster. Ohio. Clara Alten, Bookkeeper. Farmer’s and Citizen’s Bank. Lancaster. Ohio. Blanche Cullumber. Hookers. Ohio. Mrs. Conrad, (nee Susan Mencer). Lan- caster, Ohio. Ralph Seiber. Lancaster. Ohio. 32 MIRAGE Alice Simcox. Lancaster, Ohio. Aula Dickson, Lancaster. Ohio. Harry Nourse. First Lieutenant. Co. D. Seventh Regiment. 1917 Russell Lloyd, attending Marietta Col- lege. Marietta, Ohio. Gerald Hewetson, Lancaster, Ohio. Mary Hood. Lancaster, Ohio. Louise Wilson, attending Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio. Harold Mayer. Lancaster. Ohio. Mariam Grove, attending Ohio State, Co- lumbus. Ohio. Leland McCleery. attending Ohio State University, Athens. Ohio. Fannie Lake. Kilbourne Jacobs Co., Co- lumbus, Ohio. Eva Kneller, Lyric Theatre. Lancaster. Ohio. Marie Deffenbaugh. attending Ohio State University, Athens. Ohio. Harry McClanahan. attending Ohio Northern University. Ada. Ohio. Mildred Hamilton. Lancaster, Ohio. Marion McCleery. attending Ohio State Columbus. Ohio. Jeannette Spears. Lancaster. Ohio. Walter Noles. New Straitsville. Ohio. George Rutherford, attending Wooster College. Wooster. Ohio. Verena White, Teacher. Murray City, O. Ruth Derbyshire. Lancaster. Ohio. Hugh Silbaugh. attending Northwestern University. Evanston. 111. Abbie Houser, with the S. S. Kresge Co.. Lancaster, Ohio. Robert Giesy. Wooster College. Wooster. Ohio. Ralph Beck. Lancaster Tire and Rubber Co.. Lancaster. Ohio. Leo Hartman. Lancaster Tire and Rub- ber Co.. Lancaster. Ohio. St. Clair Burden, attending Ohio State Columbus. Ohio. Austin Gibbony. Pearce Electrical Co.. Lancaster. Ohio. Brunella Dilger, Lancaster. Ohio. Ruth Pierce. Zanesville, Ohio. Myrtle Horseman. Ohio State. Columbus Ohio. Guy Jackson, Ohio State, Columbus, O. Dwight Dilger, Todd’s Garage, Lancas- ter, Ohio. Relva Barr, Lancaster, Ohio. Paul Spears, Lancaster, Ohio. Isabelle Work. Teacher San Toy. Ohio. Bernice Walter, with Kessel Co., Lancas- ter. Ohio. Edythe Cave, attending Otterbein Uni- versity. Westerville, Ohio. Harold Phillips. Bookkeeper, Hocking Glass Co.. Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. A. G. Sellers (nee Pearl Spears), Gloversgap. West Virginia. Dorothy Rarick. Lancaster. Ohio. Margaret Shonting. Tobias Picture Gal- lery. Lancaster, Ohio. Florence Stephens, Welton’s Music Store Lancaster. Ohio. Lawrence Derry, Ohio State. Columbus! Ohio. Taking Post-graduate courses—Mignon Hummel, Shearl Miller. Charles Rose. Rob- ert Stevenson. Frances Chapman. Eloise Tidd, Floy Sexauer. Elizabeth Kent. Elean- or Pickering. Agnes Bookwalter. Grace Friesner and Ruth Meeker. Exchange We are proud of this, the Exchange de- partment. and hope our students will take an interest in it. Read the exchanges and get some idea of what other schools are doing, for these publications reflect the life of the high schools from which they come. The “Mirage” acknowledges with ap- preciation the following exchanges: “The Retina”, Waite High School, Tol- edo, Ohio. “The Messenger”. Wichita High School. Wichita. Kansas. “The Dart.” Ashtabula High School. Ashtabula. Ohio. “The Caldron,” Shawnee High School. Shawnee, Oklahoma. “Central High News”. Central High School. St. Louis. Mo. “The A. H. S.”, Ashland High School, Ashland. Ohio. “The Echo.” Kenton High School. Ken- ton, Ohio. MIRAGE 33 Maroon and Gray.” State College High School, State College. Pa. “Hi Crier.” Niles High School, Niles, O. “The Cynosure.” Richmond High School Richmond, Ohio. The Aerial, Logan High School. Logan Ohio. “The Lyceum”, Chillicothe High School. Chillicothe. Ohio. “Forum”, Mt. Vernon High School, Mt. Vernon. Ohio. “M. H. S.” Marion High School. Marion, Ohio. “The Oracle,” Plainfield High School. Plainfield. New Jersey. “The Scarlet and Gray,” Nelsonville High School, Nelsonville, Ohio. • “Focus,” Sioux Falls High School. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. “The Bucyrian,” Bucyrus High School, Bucyrus, Ohio. “The Voice”, Owensboro High School. Owensboro, Kentucky. “The Exponent,” Greenfield High School Greenfield, Mass. “Comus”. Zanesville High School Zanes- ville. Ohio. “Argosy,” Provo High School, Provo. Utah. To Our Exchanges: Keep Coming. As We See Others The Caldron”, has a good joke depart- ment and “How to write a Theme” is quite instructive. “Comus.” You have an excellent paper the headings being especially fine. “Voice”. Congratulations on the num- ber of advertisements. Your advertising managers must be “hustlers.” 34 MIRAGE JOKES Lo Bill” Mr. McClure—“What do we mean by Lo Dick” Ireezing point?” “What chu doin’?” Kathleen H.—“Zero.” “Nothing” “Bum school —ain’t it Bill?” Henry— He may be a good artist and “Yeah, Bum School,” all that—but he does do things queerly.” “No Spirit”. Happy— How’s that?” “Nau-no spirit, no nuthen” Henry— Why he says he always does “Coin to the game tonight Bill?” his best portrait on an empty stomach.” “Is there a game tonight?” I gesso?” There was a young Senior named Rugh. “Nau—I an’t goin—no spirit.” Fell in love with a girl that he knew. “So-long Bill—bum school. But the light of his life “Yeah. Bum school, S’long Dick.” Was another man’s wife And the flowers ’round his grave stone Himes, Say Doc. I noticed that you got they grew. up and gave that lady your seat in the street car the other day.” Clickity-clack, slickity clack. Nourse. “Oh yes, since childhood I’ve One stitch forward and one stitch back. always respected a woman with a strap in They're all knitting. The soldiers won’t her hand.” Get cold as long as there’s a Mary Mar- Mr. Hickson. Are you saving up any- garet Nye. thing for a rainy day, John?” Silbaugh. Oh yes, I’ve almost enough Freshie (just arrived).—Gosh. I’m glad saved up to buy a new automobile top.” to see the ink-well! Physics tests by any other name, would Wanted:—Some one to love me. Russell give us thirties just the same. Noles. There once was a man with a broom. Mary had a little lamb. Who carefully swept every room, She fed it gasoline. With his bucket and pail, One day it got too near the fire. He was there without fail. Since then it’s not benzine. So here’s to our friend, Jimmy Bloom. When Called upon to Recite 1st fan (at game)—Where are we go- Freshmen cry. ing to stand?” Soph mores try. 2nd fan— Why on our feet, of course”. Juniors sigh. Seniors lie, Miriam S. reading Chaucer. The Knight wore a gown of course cloth and was up- Coach— Have you ever done any fenc- bolstered.” ing?” Freshie— Yes. me and my brother built Donald Clump—“How well the girls up all the fences on our farm.” here keep their complexions. I wonder how they do it. Teacher—What Tense is it when I sav. Claude Jewell— Easy! They keep them I am beautiful?” in air tight jars.” Freshies— Remote past.” MIRAGE 35 A Freshman once to Hades went A few things more to learn: They sent him back to earth again— He was too green to burn. The Faculty—“When they are wanted, they seldom can be found.” But when they are not they’re always around.” Miss Reasoner—“Does anyone wish to ask a question before we begin?” Doc—“Yes, mam. where does the lesson start?” One Senior—“What are Swine?” Other Senior— Why cows, of course.” Dear Hercules And will you please Tell me why The teachers call us The blunderous And think the Seniors pie? Freshie—“You know, 1 walked to school in the rain this morning.” Junior— What’s the matter, haven’t you any umbrella?” Freshie—“Yes. but I was afraid some- body might take THEIR umbrella home af- ter I got there.” Senior Reciting in English Chaucer lived during the Roman con- quest and his greatest work was the Can- terberry Tales” which tell about the Valley of Death and the Path through Life. Instructor—“Why are you looking thru those war records?” Freshie—“Please sir. I just wanted to know who General Delivery and Corporal Punishment were.” What’s become of the solitary horse- man who used to appear in the first chap- ter of the novel, outlined against the hor- izon on the top of a hill?” He is probably at the bottom of the hill in an auto with his engine stalled.” Around the track the trotters flew. And down the stretch they sped. The people raised a mighty hue. For Cabbage was a head. Auntie— Well. Tommy what did you learn at school today?” Tommy—“How to whisper without mov- ing the lips.” To the Sophmores. A wise old owl lived in an oak. The more he heard the less he spoke. The less he spoke the more he heard, Why can’t you be like this wise old bird? Why is the Board of Education slow in figures? Because they are still doing addition. Mr. McCandlish asked in the agriculture Name three breeds of cattle.” Leroy Hone’s answer was: Long-horns, short horns and Plymouth rocks.” Lancaster, O., Oct. 8. 1917 Dear O------- I was very much surprised to receive the note from you yesterday morning, and I consider it a great pleasure to answer. I trust that this will be acceptable and as much appreciated by you. as yours was by me. (I am very glad that you and I have a chance to be in the same room at least once a day), and if it should happen that you would be changed from room-----the----- period it would be utterly impossible for me to recite, so you had better study hard and not get into mischief for my sake. A note at any time will be appreciated. I am. Your friend. VERNON. Chinaman—“You telle me where rail- road depot?” Citizen— What’s the matter. John, lost?” Chinaman—“No. Me here. Depot lost.” 36 MIRAGE Mias Garrison discussing important part of history. “Gardner who was the king at this time? Gobo—“Louis the cross eyed.” Miss Garrison—“Why Gardner where did you hear that?” Gobo—“Right here in the book it talks about Louis XI.” I’m quite a near neighbor of yours now” said Mr. Bore. “I’m living just across the river.” “Indeed. replied Miss Smart. “I hope you’ll drop in some day.” Sophomore Definitions. Skeleton—What is left after the insides are taken out and outsides are taken off. Dust—Mud with juice squeezed out. l'� n—A thing to brush air away with. Ice—Water that stayed out in the cold and went to sleep. Monkey—A freshie with a tail. Salt—Something that makes potatoes taste bad when you don’t put any on. Wakefulness—Eyes that stay unbutton- ed. Island—Water with a bare spot in it. Original simile by J. Bruney. “The old man tottered down the street like a pine tree on a windy day.” Mike Hoyman—“I have a friend who suffers dreadfully from the heat.” Eddie Wilson—“So? Where does he live?” Mike—“He isn’t living. Extract From Freshman English Theme Once upon a time on a cold winter day there were two men sitting side by each in a street car. The ice was about an inch deep and was very slippery. One of the men noticed that his shoe string had come untied. One end of it was in his shoe while the other end was hanging outside. Herbert, can you tell anything about the Mongolian race?” Tubby Kneller—“I wasn’t there. I went to the ball game.” Mr. McClure looking at Tub— A fine looking fellow, a fine head.” Mr. McCandlish—“Yes he ought to have a fine head. Its brand new, he never uses it any.” MIRAGE 37 The Advertisers Help Us. We wish to Help Them. Look for L. H. S. Yells Thru Our Ads. Hotel Mithoff Restaurant •• “WHERE YOU HELP YOURSELF” and pay for just what you get and no more and the prices are so low that it is crime to ask mother or wife to cook for you. YOU WILL BE HERE LATER, WHY NOT NOW. JOHN MONAHAN, Prop. All of our advertisers are reliable firms and we wish to recommend them to our readers. “BOOST THE MIRAGE” 38 MIRAGE MIRAGE 39 It Pays to Trade At 1. Substitute name of player Ye (------------- -..) Ye (------------------- ) Rah ! Rah ! Rah! Rah! (.„... ..... ) 2. Team! Team! Bully for Team. Lancaster. Lancaster. Rah! 8. You will get well. You will get well. (Cough). (Cough). (............ ) High School. 4 Sub. name of player (quickly). Ye-e-e-e-e-e (_______) (____________) (------------) 5. Cheer Leader—“What’s the matter with ............)?” Crowd—“He’s alright.” Cheer Leader—“Who’s alright?” Crowd “ ) (...............) (.). Rah! Rah! Rah! FAIRFIELD NATIONAL RANK ROTHBARDT’S LANCASTER. OHIO. 40 MIRAGE ♦ HOCKING VALLEY NATIONAL BANK Lancaster, Ohio CAPITAL $60,000.00 SURPLUS $75,000.00. 3 per cent paid on Certificates of Deposit. The Women’s Store GOSSARD CORSETS CARTER UNDERWEAR PHOENIX HOSIERY. THE DENNY CO. ANTILLS THE PLACE TO GO FOR ANYTHING. in way of confectionery. All kinds of de- licious creams and ices. Home made can- dies. The finest in town. Also all sorts of sandwiches and hot drinks. DON'T FORGET THE PLACE WITH THE INDIVIDUAL BOOTHS '1 CHAS. MOYER Grocer Corner Maple and Main MIRAGE 41 THEY KNOW HOW AT RABE’S To Do Fine Collar Work. Don’t Forget we Dry Clean Daily. Telephones, Bell 1913. Citizen 407-F “Not How Fast, But How Good” The Correct Writing Paper From training camp—from “Somewhere in France”—you receive a letter from some loyal son of Uncle Sam, who is helping to make the world safe for democracy. What better compliment can you pay him than to use your best writing paper when you reply? Nothing is too good for those who serve— least of all a letter from home on CRANE’S LINEN LAWN “the correct writing pap- er.” It will carry your letter safely thru every hardship and rehandling that ordi- narily befalls a soldier’s mail. WARD AND REESE PHARMACISTS 119 W. Main St. •+ ♦ Crane's Linen Lawn : : Lancaster, Ohio. t t ♦ ,c £i2Ho Now isn't there just a little different feeling of self esteem when we wear a newly tailored suit? You will always have that feeling when your street gar- ments are kept in readiness by us. WYMAN Cleaner and Dyer Both Phones 130. 42 MIRAGE 6. Hip. Zip. Rippety. Clip, See us give the Jays the slip, Um-lalla. Um-lalla, Lancaster High School. Rah! Rah! Rah! 7. L-A-N-C-A-S-T-E-R, Lancaster! L-A-N-C-A-S-T-E-R, Lancaster! Rah. Rah. Rah! Rah. Rah. Rah! Rah, Rah. Rah! LAN-CAS-TER. 8. (........ —) Who are you? We do Hoodoos who do you, Boom-a-ling, Boom-a-ling, clear the line. Lancaster, Lancaster, we’re on time. 9. Rix Rax. Rix Rax. Rix Rax. Ru-u-u. (....... —) Bully for you. R-r-r-r-r-r-OTTEN 10. Girls—Rah. Rah. Rah. Rah! Lancaster. Lancaster, Boys—Long loud whistle. Girls—Lancaster. The Way to Better Light Sterling Mazda Lamps. Home size for 27c each. Give three time the light ns old wasteful carbon lamps. Economize not only in food, but save elec- tric current in order that our factories mny have all the energy needed for greater production. Electric light, with Sterling Mazda Lamps, is a cheaper light. Make us prove it. GORDON SUPPLY CO. Lanca ler. Ohio. f ......+ 4 Per Cent INTEREST Paid on Savings Deposits JOIN OUR CHRISTMAS CLUB Next Month. THE FAIRFIELD SAVINGS AND LOAN COMPANY. Public Square North THE PASTIME A CLUB FOR GENTLEMEN BOWLING. BILLIARDS. POCKET BIL- LIARDS, CIGARS. CANDIES. SODA Agency for Appolla Chocolates Fresh from Boston by Express Every Week. Meet your friends and other good fellow's here. THE PASTIME ED. OWENS. Prop. 128-130 N. Columbus St. MIRAGE 43 •+ ♦ BOV IN G Stands for Jewelry and Quality This establishment, founded in 1888. by constant honest endeavors for public confidence, has gained an enviable reputation for straight-for- ward honest business methods. “Boving” on the Jewelry case will add tone to your Christmas Purchase ‘WHAT WE SAY IT IS—IT IS 125 South Broad St. Lancaster. Ohio. + •••• r i ♦ : ♦ { i ♦ ♦ ♦ t ♦ : ♦ ♦ j A PORTRAIT I Sent to the absent one now and then binds the friendships of youth, bridges distance, ♦ and knits closer the tics of family and kins- } folks. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY t Bell Phone 928 | Thompson’s Studio I PHOTOS OF QUALITY • Over Hippodrome Theatre. West Main St. Andy’s Popular Candies Always Pure, Always Fresh. 44 MIRAGE • • • Assorted Chocolates, Carmcls, Nut Candies Taffies, Brittle� and Fudges. We carry n fine assortment of Box Candies. Hot Drinks and Sandwiches Served at Our Fountain. Andy Anti'll 215 S. Broad Street. “Printing for Particular People THE WILKINSON PRINT-SHOP 239 West Main St. LANCASTER. OHIO. GEO. W. WILKINSON. Bell 1018 12. Sis-s-s-s-s-s-s. Boom, Ah-a-a-a-a-a-a Lancaster. 13. Vevo and a vivo And a vevo, vivo, vum, Johnny get a rat-trap. Bigger than a cat-trap, Johnny get another. Bigger than the other. Cannibal, cannibal, eat ’em up raw. Lancaster. Lancaster. Rah. Rah. Rah! 14. Banga-a-langa. Bang-a-langa. Bow. wow, wow; Chang-a-langa. Chang-a-langa Chow. Chow, Chow, Bang-a-langa, Chang-a-langa Bang-a-langa Bow, Lancaster High School don’t give a— Hobble, gobble, razzle, dazzle, Zip. Boom. Bah, Lancaster High School Rah. Rah. Rah ! MIRAGE 45 •§- - '•••••-• � ■ ♦ � • A ♦ War Brings Problems } • These problems are yours, and should be so considered. You may wish to help finance the war by buying: your .share of Liberty Loan bonds. You may want to open a Saving Ac- count, and receive 3 per cent interest. You may want a checking account to take care of your running accounts and ex- penses. You may want to borrow money on ap- proved collateral. You may want to consult bankers about your personal affairs. You may want to rent a safe deposit box in which to store securities and val- uable papers. We offer our facilities and invite you to avail yourselves of them. THE LANCASTER NATIONAL BANK. Lancaster. Ohio. I i t t — I ! : i i + ■ Your Store We call this “your store for the reason that you are at liberty to come and go as you please, whether for sight-seeing, rest, recreation or shopping. It is not only a mercantile establishment to make money but to offer you every convenience in the way of the little luxuries that will come to you at no cost whatever. Whenever it has been possible for us to install new fixtures that would help you in your shopping, and make more satisfactory to you every pur- chase. we have done so. and in our mer- chandise we have tried to give you always a little better value for your money than you expected. As a result, of times our advertisements may seem to you a little far-fetched, but we want to impress upon you that each and every item advertised by us is exactly as represented. KESSEL’S 113 N. Columbus St Ladies and Misses’ Wearing Apparel. CRUIKSHANK’S BAKED GOODS DENOTE QUALITY EXCLUSIVE HOME BAKING Doughnuts and Pastrys, Emit Cake, Layer Cakes, Rolls and Bread. HOME BAKERY 120 N. Broad Street. : : Lancaster Book Shop Spaldings Foot Ball. Basket Ball and Tennis Goods. All kinds of pennants. Banners, etc., made to order. School Supplies. CALL AND SEE US. 120 South Broad St. ! t L 46 MIRAGE ♦ t t i ♦ I i The Keller Quality Shop J 121 West Main Street. • Solicits the trade of the prudent home- I keeper, assuring her Foods of Quality , $ efficient service and reasonable prices. I 1 ♦ ♦ SCHOOL SUPPLIES BOOKS STATIONERY H. E. GILLESPIE (Formerly Outcalt Co.) 15. Oh. when you’re up, you’re up, Oh, when you’re down, you’re down ; But when you’re up against L. H. S. They’ll always put you down. 16. Rapity, Ripity, rip rap. Zipity, Zipity. zip zap. Rip rap. Zip zap. Let’s give ’em the horse-laugh— Haw. haw haw. 17. Purple and gold, royal and bold. Hot-shot. sis. boom, bah! Lancaster High School. Rah. Rah. Rah! We’re elly elly elegants From L. H.S. Go to L. Go to L. L. H. S. Come and join us elegants. For we’re a jolly bunch. Go to L. Go to L. To L. H. S. EDUCATION Education is gleaning from men und books and laboratories, from field und forest and whispering wind; but it is more: It is learning promptness and thoughtful- ness, kindness and helpfulness and every form of purity. It is the m istering of mind and spirit, appe- tit • und passion, thought and word and glance. It is knowing that nothing but service brings worthy living; that selfishness means sin. t!:at courage lies in being right. Education is the implanting of good habits, th: acquirement of efficiency, the devel- opment of twenty-four carat character. - W. P. Stienhneuser. A. M., Ph. I). Did you ever «top a moment and think that you mutt have an ideal—elte you move in a circle all your life? If you would be a business success—anti a life success- -the thought above will mean much to you. EDUCATE FOR USEFULNESS Columbia Commercial University A SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Rising Building. Lancaster, O. MIRAGE 47 ♦ ♦ ♦ ? Bell Main 3053 Citizens 2971 F. P. 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For the boy we suggest WATCH DIAMOND RING DIAMOND SCARF PIN For the Girl we suggest WATCH BRACELET DIAMOND RING DIAMOND LA VALLIERE MIRAGE VOL. I. APRIL No. 2. To Our Again the class of 1917 has put Readers forth its efforts to give to the readers a second issue of our school paper. We hope that we have met with success in our first issue and once again through the columns of this paper are we glad to welcome you. We are gratified to note that you mani- fest interest in us and hope you will con- tinue to help us in the good work. 1917 Final Mirage This year the “An- Will be a nual”. as now plan- Wonderful Edition ned will be a splen- did book in both quality and quantity. The staff is working hard to accomplish this and to give our school one of the best books that has ever been published by any Senior Class. In the years to come we will will want to look back over our “School Days”, for those pleasures are the dearest of all. In the An- nual we can read over and over again the jokes and happenings of the class room. No High School student can afford to be without a copy of the book which will be a final review of all our school activities throughout the year. The Mirage will feature many new and interesting things which will make it well worth the small price for which it can be purchased. Quite a few students have the impression lately that the Mirage is for no one but the Seniors and does not belong to the school. This is false! It DOES belong to the school and will contain everything of interest to every high School student. But Listen! It will take money to print the Annual. Can’t you help boost by get- ting subscribers who are interested in our school? Can’t YOU be a subscriber? Our final word is: “Buy a Mirage or you’ll be sorry.” The Cartoon There is an adage which says: ‘‘Laugh and the world laughs with you.” This has become supreme in the hearts of all American people of today, and for this reason the cartoonists of the country are drawing large salaries. There is not a cartoon which appears in any of our daily papers but what there is an amusing point about it. In some of these cases there are forceful things brought out, for nothing is so well remembered as that which is seen by the eye. Think what this war. that is going on to- day. would mean if it were not for the car- toons from the battle front. Some of the best cartoonists of the world are on the fighting line and their story is told in pen and pencil. The news of the time is told in 6 MIRAGE cartoons so as to bring it out more vividly in the minds of the people of the United States. There is an open field for the cartoonist now and we think that as long as the world lasts people will laugh and meditate, as the story of the world is told in pictures. Why can’t we have such a department? “Something We would like to call the New attention of our readers, es- pecially the students of the school, to something which has never before been tried in our High School. This is the installing of a motion picture machine for the showing of educational films relating to our regular work. We hope that next year enough spirit can be shown in the school to interest the Board of Edu- cation in purchasing a machine. Other schools of our size are the possessors of machines and why not L. H. S.? Films could be secured at a nominal cost and there are some that are free for the asking. How about it Students, can L. H. S. have this next year? Say! How have you spent the first sem- ester of our school year? Have you been a success or a failure? Did you put your untiring efforts into your work or have you given up? Don’t be a “hanger-on ’ If you have been a failure there is no need of giving up. You can still be counted as a success, though it will be much harder for you to finish. Yet you are to blame if you do not. Keep with us, loyal Seniors and in the end you will be rewarded. “Taking things easy now. will make you uneasy a little later on.” “Pep” Producer— ‘Pep” is necessary Guaranteed to every student, ab- solutely demanded from a “Live Wire” girl. The best founda- tion for “pep” is a healthy, active normal, human “co-ed”. To this, add an unlimited amount of initiative formed of equal parts of ambition and courage; then about the same quanity of interest in people and things should be sifted in; add an infinite amount of definite aims; cream with friend- liness and appreciation until smooth. Pour this into boiling enthusiasm. Boil slowly in order not to extract the womanli- ness and individuality from the foundation. Remove all particles of “freshness”, selfish- ness and false modesty. Keep the interest and ambitions well stirred, so that the mix- ture will not sour. While still steaming, flavor with spice and ginger until the whole has a snappy quality. Serve hot, with a dressing made of lively vim and vivacious willingness. Garnish with sparkling originality and wit. Use freely but keep plenty in reserve. Caution—Do not roast. —Ohio State Lantern. Listen! Hist! Have you heard the latest piece of news? An average grade of 00', in each study to receive an Honorary this semester, that’s it. Well, what of it? Aren't we all worth ninety per cent.? If we were not worth it the past semester that’s not saying we can’t work harder and make ourselves worth it this semester. Remember, there's generally another chance in this world for those who want it. Let’s show “The Powers that Be”, that no matter how high they raise the standard, the pupils of L .H. S. are equal to the climb. The Mid-Year exams are over and some are happy and some are sad, but what if “You are beaten to earth?” Well, well what’s that? Come up with a smiling face. It’s nothing against you to fall down flat— But to lie there—that’s disgrace. The harder you’re thrown. Why the higher you’ll bounce, Be proud of your blackened eye ! It isn’t the fact that you’re licked that counts, It’s how' did you fight and why?” � MIRAGE 7 “Dramatic Had you ever thought of it? Club” Would it be a good thing. This is something that has never before been tried in our Lancaster High School. Just think of the social events that could take place with an organization of this kind- L. H. S. could be honored with the results of the club. I)o you know that next year our school will have better facilities than ever before? We will have a larger auditorium which means a larger stage on which to present our plays. Flays with a popular reputa- tion may be staged without very much dif- ficulty as has been the case in the past. The Board is planning to have full day sessions next year and that means that more spirit will be initiated into the hearts of the individuals. STUDENTS: Do you think it is worth starting? “How Did Did you tackle that trouble You Die? that came your way With a resolute heart and Cheerful? Or hide your face from the light of day With a craven soul and fearful? Oh, a trouble’s a ton, or a trouble's an ounce Or a trouble is what you make of it. And it isn’t the fact that you’re hurt that counts. But only—how did you take it? —Edmund Vance Cook. 8 MIRAGE MY UNLUCKY DAY (By Richard Mattox 18). It first began in the morning. I had just awakened, and still sleepy, rolled over to take a doze. Thump! I landed on my neck on the floor. While gazing about in a dazed condition a voice from the foot of the stairs said. “Young man, are you ever going to get up? Do you want to be late again?” I just got up”, 1 answered, meekly, rub- bing my sore neck. I arose and started for the clock. “O-o-o-ouch! ! ! I had stepped on a tack. Pulling the instrument of torture from my toe, I went to throw it out of the window, but it hit the electric light and broke it. I limped over to the clock, it was seven-thir- ty. I looked at the calendar, it was FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH! “No wonder,” I said to myself and dress- ed hurriedly- When I got downstairs it was five minutes until eight so 1 grabbed an ap- ple from the table and ran out the door on my way to school. After I got outside I discovered that it was not a real apple but a pin-cushion made to represent an apple. I threw the thing in the gutter and reached school just as the last signal rang. I went to the office, received a yellow slip, and then went to my first class. The seat I sat in broke and I did some acrobatic tricks and lit on the floor. My teacher reminded me gently that this was an English class not a gymnasium. The second period I had a study room but was ordered from there to the office, because I dropped my books on the floor. I started for the office but fell down the stairs and while I was picking up what was left of me, the signal rang for the third per- iod. Because I said “ouch”, when a boy hit me with a paperwad, I was ordered out, so 1 started down town thinking I might be able to throw off the jinx which overshad- owed me. The last I remembered that day was that as I was crossing the street, 1 heard the honk of an automobile horn and then the nurse said, “Here, sit up and take some of this medicine.” Later in the day 1 was told by the nurse that I had been hit by John D. Green- oack’s automobile and would probably pull through if the operation proved a success. When I asked her what operation she meant, she told me that several spark- plugs had been extracted from my anat- omy. The next day an agent from Mr. Green- back came to the hospital and paid me five hundred dollars for damages and the nurse told me that the operation had proven a success and that I would soon be all right, so when the head of the hospital came in I asked him how much the operation cost. And he told me. Five Hundred Dollars”. NIGHT THOUGHTS OF A PUPPY (By Gladys Hoy man ’19) It was night, and all was still within the house where Mr. Puppy lay. Peeping cau- tiously around the living room door, he looked in. No one was in sight- He quiet- ly crawled toward a stand, over which lay his master’s heavy overcoat. Catching an end of it in his mouth he tugged and pulled at it until he had pulled it off the stand. He crawled with his burden toward the nice warm stove. Getting the coat adjusted to his liking, he curled up in a small round ball with his head between his front paws, and fell asleep. Mr. Puppy began dreaming a wonder- ful dream. He thought he was lying asleep in front of a butcher shop. Within he MIRAGE 9 could see the great hams, shoulders, pig feet, wieners, and dressed chickens. The wieners were what took Mr. Puppy’s eye. They were such nice fat wiene s, and look- ed like they wished some one would eat them. One big old wiener lying on the counter, saw Mr. Puppy, and oh the shameful thing she did! Closing one eye slowly, she wink- ed at him. He like all men. could not re- sist her. and winked back. The other wie- ners were all fast asleep so did not see what was happening. Then a wonderful thing happened. Miss Wiener with one of her own dainty feet gently pushed one of the nicely dress- ed chickens off the counter, right toward Mr. Puppy’s mouth. Oh how the poor little chicken cried and begged the puppy not to eat her! But he was a greedy young man. and with a fen- swift gobbles she was consumed. With greedy eyes he looked at Miss Wie- ner- “Oh you little peach!’’ he cried, “please come down and talk to me.” Ha. Ha.” laughed Miss Wiener, “so you could eat me too.” Oh. my dear Miss Wiener, how you wrong me! One so fair as you should not be eaten by a common mortal like me. Oh! no indeed!” But even as he said this he was thinking how good she would taste. Mr. Puppy knew how to flatter ladies though. “Oh please come down”, he cried let me gaze into your own sweet face.” A few more compliments like this and down came Miss Wiener. As she sat down beside Mr. Puppy he thought, how I would like to eat her.” But he thought he would wait. Miss Wiener brought him more chicken and wieners to eat. but he was not satisfied, he wanted to eat her. So he be- gan to plan how he would get her. Oh Miss Wiener, come over here in front of me so I can see you better.” Over came Miss Wiener. Still he was not satisfied. Please move up a little closer.” Up she came right in front of his very nose. As she bent over to pick up a hair pin which had fallen out of her hair, the puppy thought, now is my chance. He bent his greedy old head, and with one gobble she was gone. Poor thing! she never knew what happened to her. and never will. She went down a long dark passage and that was the end of her. Mr. Doggie lay there and smacked his lips, thinking how good she tasted. Then he began wishing he hadn't eaten her. but soon turned over and went to sleep. He didn’t sleep long though, for he had to scratch a flea that was biting him on the ear. YOUNG LA RENARD (By J. Edward White. ’18) Part 1. All France, in fact, all the world was stirred and moved to an intense interest by the great events which seemed to mark the path of a glorious climax. Wire and ether flashed and crackled with the more stirr- ing news that the Germans were within twenty miles of and were expected any moment, to enter Paris, the most strongly fortified city of the world. Everyone felt sure that the vital moment had arrived. And so it had! At least one of the many vital moments which marked the various stages of the war. Paris must be saved!” so thought France. And so thought young La Renard as he stood listening to the dull booming of the heavy artillery in the distance. At any price it must be kept from the hand of the Teutons.” With these thoughts surging through his brain. La Renard felt as he had never felt before in all his service on General Goth- re’s staff; the immense responsibility which rested on the shoulders of the brave French army. And what if Paris should fall and France be forced to surrender—” he shud- dered at the thought. It must not be! It shall not be! As cruel and as horrible as 10 MIRAGE the war is and as much as France loves peace, we shall not give up. This war has been forced upon us and we are fighting, not for love of war or for gain, but for self- preservation. But now—Paris must be saved. But how—how?” Oh, if he were only able to answer that ever recurring question. It would save France, his be- loved France. Then, too had not Louise, that very day told him that she would never marry him unless he distinguished himself in this war. by some deed of bravery? By some deed that would make all France ring with his name? And then—she would marry him. Oh! what a value she placed on herself that she would make a man risk and prob- ably lose his life before she deemed him worthy of her. Yes. she was proud, very proud, but he would do it—that deed. For her? No never, but for France would he do it. lie would show her that he was not afraid. And then—well that was a long way off. But how—how could he save Paris, for that was the very deed he had decided to do. great as it may seem,—he had decided. For an hour or more he stood there, still and erect as a statue, meditating deeply on the question at hand. Then suddenly—as quick as the snap of a powerful steel trap—he wheeled and and ran at full speed toward the camp and thence straight for the General’s headquar- ters. (stopping only to give the required countersign), and was admitted by an or- derly into the presence of that great man himself. General Gothre. There at his desk, a well-built, .square- shouldered. clean-shaven man. sat the General busily engaged in studying sever- al maps which lay spread out before him. It was not until a long time after the entrance of La Renard, who all the while was literally burning up with impatience, that the General looked up from his work and motioned for him to state his mission. “General, Paris can be saved. 1 have discovered the way. It all came to me sud- denly as I was standing listening to the (booming of the guns in the distance) and with your permission, General. I will tell you what I have discovered. I have your consent? Yes? Very well. As I have said it all came to me as I was listening to the distant fighting. I stood there think- ing deeply on the present condition of af- fairs, when, suddenly, there flashed across my brain this idea. As you know, all railroad connections between Paris and the German border were destroyed in our retreat to Paris. Then General, how can the Germans get food and munitions? It must, of course, be transported from Germany to the front by trucks or wagons, and also there must be some base where these supplies are land- ed, so that the German army at the front can draw from that base as needed. Now what I propose. General, is that you give me permission to scout for this base and—” “In the name of France, man” broke in the General. ‘‘You have hit the right spot. How could I have been so blind as not to have thought of that. As to my giving you permission to try to discover that base; you most certainly shall have the honor, and success be with you.” ‘T thank you. General.” “And now”, continued Gothre. I will furnish you with all the necessary pass- ports—and when will you be prepared to start?” This very moment Sir”, answered La Renard. If it so pleases you.” Very well. The sooner, the better. Make haste, but do so carefully. Here is my hand. Adieu.” For a brief moment La Renard grasped the hand of the general looked determin- edly into his steel-gray eyes, saluted, and without further remarks, left the tent. It was about two o'clock in the after- noon of the same day when a tall, straight, soldierly figure gave the password and was let through the outermost pickets of the camp. He was armed with two heavy army re- volvers. which he wore in his belt, one on either side, and a light but powerful gun which was slung across his back- He also carried the accustomed pack, consisting of MIRAGE two blankets, a tin plate and cup. and his cartridge pouch. It was La Renard leaving on his journey; one upon which probably rested the fate of Paris, if not that of France. PART II. It was early one morning some two weeks later, when a ragged, hatless crea- ture burst through the guard and into the tent of the General. It was La Renard. He was hardly to be recognized, clad in what remained of a German uniform, and thoroughly begrimed with mud and dust. Though his every movement and every feature betrayed extreme exhaustion, his eyes fairly shone and danced with happi- ness and success. Yes. he had succeeded, the General did not have to ask that question for he could see it. “But where. La Renard. is that base?” he asked. La Renard sank into a chair and pro- ceeded to relate the whole story. “I had traveled toward the border for about thirty miles, although it took me five days to do it. owing to the fact that often I had to go far out of my path to avoid some German camp, or else hide for many hours until a body of soldiers pass- ed. But finally. I struck a well-beaten and much-used road, which 1 judged must lead to the base, because I saw many mun- ition wagons pass, some loaded and some empty, however those which were loaded were going toward the front, while th“ others were returning. I was then sure that I was on the right track and so fol- lowed the road till I came to the base. It is an immense affair. There is stored there enough food and ammunition to supply the German army, now at the front for months. But. to my great surprise I found that there were very few soldiers stationed there. About seven or eight hundred, I should judge. 1 suppose they think that there is no danger because all the French have been driven before them in retreat toward Paris. The place is. however, well armed and protetced. “I believe that base can easily be taken with an army of about a thousand men. I am well acquainted with that district and am sure that an army of that size could be led to the spot undetected by the enemy- Of course, you might say that if such an army were successfully led there and cap- tured the base, their return might shut off by the Germans. But General, all the Germans that are not fighting at the front are stationed at the base. The last de- tachment has arrived and been sent to the trenches. No more will come for five weeks. I found that out one day when I overheard two officers talking. So you see it would be reasonably safe to make the attempt. As to leading the men around the German lines; that is very easily ac- complished. I submit the plan to you. General. YYrhat do you say?” General Gothre sat silent for many min- utes. then at last he spoke. “YYrho in all France but you. La Renard. would have thought of such a plan. It is great, really great. But it is a tremendous risk. It is daring, but nevertheless, it will not be luck, but good management that de- cides this endeavor. Yes, La Renard, you have my consent. 1 place you in full com- mand of an army of fifteen hundred men. with which I feel sure you can succeed. You have already proven your worth. I will give you two days in which to rest up and then be prepared to start.” “But General”, cried La Renard. “you place too much honor and responsibility upon me. 1 feel that I am unfit for what you ask. It is too great. I—” “Stop”, interrupted the General, “those are my orders. Obey them, and in the meantime, go to your tent and rest up- Good day. Sir.” “Very well sir”—and with that La Ren- ard withdrew. It was exactly three days later when the small army of fifteen hundred men started out upon the most vital mission, with La Renard in command. Day after day they tramped, sometimes fully exposed to the boiling hot sun. and sometimes beneath the sheltering branches 12 MIRAGE of some large forest. Progress was necessarily slow owing to the fact that they had to traverse the most unfrequented paths and roads. Often they were compelled to halt and wait for the advance scout to report conditions ahead. In this manner they traveled for eight days living off the land as they went, till at last one evening just as the sun was sinking beneath the western hills, they drew up in a large wood just back of the German base, and, after placing the guards threw themselves wearily upon the ground to rest for the battle which would occur next day. The night passed uneventfully, and ear- ly, very early, the next day the army was drawn up in full line of battle, but still un- der cover of the small woods. The artil- lery was mounted on two little knolls which rose to a considerable height nearby. All was ready for the attack. Not a sound broke the death-like silence. Suddenly La Renard turned. “Men”, he said, “if there is one of you who does not wish to participate in this bat- tle. he may now withdraw”—Not a man stirred from his place. La Renard continued, “Men, I see you are all true sons of France. We are deter- mined to take this place, but I wish to do it with as little loss to either side as possible. I will go with my body guard under a flag of truce to the commander of the base and tell him exactly how the odds are against him, and see if he will surrender without a fight. 1 hardly think he will. I know the Germans too well for that.” Acting upon these words. La Renard with three of his soldiers withdrew toward the German base. They had been gone but a short time when they returned. “Boys”, announced La Renard. “it is fight, and fight we shall Now show your colors and prove your blood. Orderly, sig- nal the batteries to begin, but under no condition signal them to quit. They must be destroyed first.” Soon the air reverbrated with shot after shot from the French batteries. A storm of shot and shell rained down on the well protected German base. Flying fragments of wood, steel and men filled the air. But the Germans were not long in re- turning fire. Shot after shot was sent into the French batteries. The air was rent with the terrific explosions of shrapnel. La Renard had not yet taken his men on the field. He was waiting for the artillery to get in it’s deadly work before he began. Soon one battery was silenced, but the other pumped it's volley after volley into the Germans. It too, however, was soon destroyed, but not until it had greatly weakened the defenses and annihiliated many Teutons. La Renard gave low commands to his orderlies. All were prepared for action. Both wings were to charge at once, one from the South anti one from the East, and thus close in upon the Germans. Every one was feverishly awaiting the command, when suddenly during a lull in the firing, a great powerful voice was heard. “Charge”. Down upon the Germans they dashed with all the speed and eagerness of a hound released from the leash. But they had scarcely advanced fifty yards when they were met with a shower of shot The ambulances were soon upon the field, hauling away the wounded. Shrap- nel burst to right and to left. A terrific explosion more horrible and ear-splitting than any of the rest was heard and fifty loyal Frenchmen were blown in- to atoms. A mine had been exploded. For a moment the ranks wavered and seemed almost on the point of break, but La Ren- ard was at their head. Waving his sword and grabbing a French flag from where it had fallen in the hands of the dead bear- er. he dashed straight toward the German breast works. His spirit was contagious and soon, with a great shout, the soldiers came after him. stopping only long enough now and then to pour a volley into the Germans. The fighting had now grown fierce. MIRAGE 13 Each side was determined to do or die and a great many were doing the latter. La Renard turned to give a command to one of his orderlies. He had barely spoken the words when I he orderly fell, dead. He turned to another, but he too, reeled and fell. Bullets were flying on all sides of him, fanning his face as they passed. His cap was pierced in three places. On all sides men were dropping. He knew not when his turn would come but that was not the question. He was to succeed at any cost. It was for France! And so the battle raged for over an hour when La Renard noticed that, slowly but surely, the German fire was becoming less fierce and more uncertain. The French were actually winning! He saw his oppor- tunity, and after firing several volleys, or- dered another charge. Again the men bounded forward but this time they were not met with the same re- sistance as before. Instead only a few shells were fired while the soldiers seemed to have ceased altogether. Soon La Renard discovered the truth. The Germans were retreating. With a cry the French mounted the breastworks and raised their flag. Cheer after cheer rent the air. They did not pursue the fleeing Ger- mans who were retreating toward the North. La Renard had seen to that. He had placed a small detachment of soldiers so that in retreating, the Germans ran straight into their arms and were captured. The day was won! Utterly exhausted the men lay down up- on the ground to rest before their return, which must necessarily be soon. In a short time, they set heartily to work to pack everything that would be of any use to them (into trucks and wagons) and just before starting, set fire to all the rest. La Renard had just eight hundred able men left, and three hundred German pris- oners. The wounded from both sides were placed in the hospital wagons and hauled behind the army. The return was far more tedious than the advance had been, but at last after much careful manoeuvering they arrived safely at Paris. What a reception they were given! Already the Germans were beginning to retreat from the effects of losing their base. The French had struck at the very heart of the Teutonic drive. All France bowed to La Renard and his brave men. Every man who had gone on that expedition was awarded a medal for bravery. La Renard was made a General and given an important command. All France rang with his name and cheered him; a cheer which was in truth echoed from all corners of the Globe- He had accomplished his mission. Paris was saved. PART III. One day shortly after the return of La Renard, Louise Laundet was sitting in her richly appointed apartments on one of the wealthiest thoroughfares of Paris. She had just read a full and detailed ac- count of the great accomplishment of La Renard. “Yes, he had done that deed for her, and my! what a deed it was! He was NOW worthy of her. He would—”. Here she was interrupted by the en- trance of a maid. “General La Renard to see you. madam- oiselle.” Oh, show him in; show him in,” she cried. La Renard entered. Tall and straight, he appeared extremely handsome, and digni- fied. yet not conceited. Louise rushed to him, and then, as she caught the cold gleam of his eye, hesitated. “Oh, La Renard, what is wrong? 1 thought—well—but—,” “I know what you thought.” broke in La Renard,” but it is not to be so. No woman who cares would send a man out on such a mission. You are in love with fame and wealth, not with me. I was merely a med- ium through which to obtain that. No. madamoiselle, I am through. Au Revoir. La Renard turned, and without further remark, left the apartment. Louise had now awakened to the truth She sa wher folly. Yes, what he said was true. But he had succeeded. It had made a hero of himself. She was happy, France was victorious, and La Renard was the lion of the hour. 14 MIRAGE Delightful Birthday Surprise. Honoring the birthday anniversary of Miss Pauline Weis, a number of her High School friends tendered her a delightful surprise Thursday evening. November 16. at her home on North Columbus St. The event was arranged by Misses Edith Court- right and Dorothy Graf. Music, games and dancing were enjoyed throughout the even- ing and at an appropriate hour a dainty luncheon was served to the following guests: Misses Lovetta Wendel. Helene Applegate, Mary Dickson. Ruth Wolfe, Sarah Wenzell, Dorothy Graf. Edith Court- right, Lenore Abele. Ruth Harris. Miriam Snider. Ruth Markwood, Mary Margaret Nye, Elizabeth Miller and Pauline Weis: Messrs. Edward Thomas, Carl Nourse. James Sears, Donald Hunter. Lenox Nye, Ralph Nourse. John O'Hara. Harold Hoy- man, Max Terry and Everett Friesner. As a remembrance of the happy occas- ion, the guests presented Miss Weis with a beautiful basket of roses and chrysanthe- mums. Birthday Dinner at Schumacher Home. Mr. William Schumacher delightfully en- tertained a number of his friends with a six o’clock dinner. Sunday, Dec. 27, at his home on East Sixth avenue. Red was the predominating color used in the pretty Yuletide decorations and red candles adorned the table. The delicious menu was served in four couses and covers were laid for Messrs. Walter Noles, James Sears, Clarence Keller. Frank Graf. Har- old Phillips. Herbert Kneller, Ralph Sex- auer. Ralph Brenner, Don Wendel, Francis Reid. Albert Bletzacker and William Schu- macher- Following the dinner, music and a good social time were enjoyed. As a remem- brance of the event the guests presented William with a beautiful silk scarf. Junior Hike. The Juniors on Dec. 1, wishing to wear off the effects of the day previous, it being Thanksgiving Day, took a hike. The merry crowd assembled at 8 o’clock on the cor- ner of Main and Front streets, and under the guidance of Lenox Nye walked to Al- len’s Knob, arriving about 12:00. There, they made a large fire and proceeded to indulge in a wiener roast. The afternoon was spent in roaming over the hills and making a tour of Wilson’s Cemetery. The day was a beautiful one for a hike, not speaking of mud!! The thirty-five hikers arrived home about 4:30, tired but happy. Miss Wolfe Tendered a Surprise Party. Miss Ruth Wolfe was tendered a delight- ful surprise by a number of her friends, Wednesday evening, Feb. 14. The hours were pleasantly spent in music and dancing after which a prettily arranged luncheon was served- Those enjoying the event were: Misses Pauline Weis, Lela Rugh, Dor- othy Graf, Edith Courtright. Lenore Abele, Helen Applegate, Grace Daniels. Ruth Har- ris, and Ruth Wolfe, Messrs. Robert Mur- phy. Everett Friesner, Carl Nourse. William MIRAGE 15 Wiseman. James Pearce, Neil Thompson, Ralph Brannon, Donald Hunter and Lenox Nye. Guest at Stephen’s Home. Miss Luella Wright of Columbus, was the guest of Miss Florence Stephens, several days in February. Taffy Pull. On Friday evening. Nov. 24th, the Jun- ior Class was entertained with a “taffy- pull” at the home of Mildred Reef, about two and a half miles north of the city. Meet- ing at the home of Autherene Click on N. Columbus St., they walked out. being chap- eroned by Mr. Sutton and Miss Winterhal- ter. After enjoying music they proceeded to make taffy. Although, it might not have passed the most critical judge, it was eaten. Mr. and Mrs. Reef then passed pop-corn and lovely apples, which were heartily en- joyed. At a late hour the merry crowd dis- banded, cordially thanking Mr. and Mrs. Reef and Mildred for their kind hospitali- ty. Miss Edna Bone had as her guest for sev- eral weeks in February Miss Thelma Mon- tague of Charleston, W. Va- During her sojourn in this city she was a visitor at L. H. S. Sophomore Spread. On Wednesday evening. Feb. 14, the home of Miss Mary Dickson on N. Colum- bus St. was the scene of a lovely spread given by the Sophomore Class. In honor of the occasion the home was beautifully decorated in purple and white, their class colors. As the classmates arrived they were re- ceived by Misses Beryl Jones and Mary Dickson. Each was given small ribbons bows of the class colors and asked to regis- ter. The evening was spent in dancing and games and at an appointed hour a de- licious two course spread was served. Miss Drinkle was the chaperon for the fifty-five guests who enjoyed the event. Miss Ruth Pierce entertained as her guest Miss Cornelia Creed, of Millersport, Ohio. Pleasant House Party. Misses Mildred Reef and Ruth Thomas de- lightfully entertained with a charming par- ty on the evening of Dec. 28, at the home of Miss Mary Catharine Cullumber on E. Fifth avenue. Games, music and dancing were enjoyed throughout the evening. Those who enjoyed the delightful event were Misses Edith Courtright. Ruth Harris Freda Ehromme, Ruth Westhoven. Mary Kiernan, Helen Henderly. Vaneta Snider. Helen Giger, Mary Elizabeth Thomas, Hel- en Shromme. Lillie and Marie Voorhees, Messrs. John O’Hara. Harold Phillips. Ever- ett Friesner, Harold Hoyman. Carl and Ralph Nourse. Herbert Kneller, Ralph Sexauer. Wright Amerine, Donald Hunter. Herbert Shipley and Robert Kocher of Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Agnes Dibble, of Columbus was the guest of Miss Irene Langwasser several days in January. Staff and Play Cast Spread. The members of the High School Mirage Staff and the Senior Play Cast enjoyed a delicious spread at the home of Miss Flor- ence Stephens on North Columbus street. Tuesday evening. January 1G. The even- ing was spent in games and music. Those who were present and enjoyed the feast were: Miss Reasoner and Prin. Dean Hickson, acting as chaperones: Misses Eliz- abeth Kent. Mildred Hamilton. Bess Baker. Miriam Groves, Forest Brandt. Eloise Tidd, Ruth Pierce, and Florence Stephens. Messrs Russell Lloyd. Ralph Brenner, Ralph Strig- le. Paul Spears, Harold Mayer, Austin Gib- bony, Ralph Beck. Walter Noles, Gerald Heweteon. Lawrence Derry and Harold Phillips. Misses Esther Shaw and Jeannette Steph- ens ably assisted in serving the spread. Sleigh Ride. The sleigh-ride to Carroll on the night of Jan. 17. given by Mr. Neil Fagan, was one 16 MIRAGE long to be remembered by all who went. Leaving Lancaster at 7 :00 the happy crowd arrived at Carroll about 9:30 and went to the Hotel where a lovely supper was en- joyed. After supper dancing and music were enjoyed and last but not least was the treat given by Mr. Ogan. At 11:30 the party left Carroll arriving home at two o’clock. Those participating in the event were Miss Winterhalter and Mr. Ogan as chaperones, Misses Marie and Lillie Voorhes, Catharine Coleman. Beryl Jones, Mary Shinn. Glenna Blazer, Con- stance Hummel. Messrs. Neil Fagan, Carl Thimmes, Everett Friesner, Russell Stukey, Pius Sharkey, Donald Hunter and Albert Bletzacker. Spread- Miss Eliazbeth Schleicher entertained a number of her friends at her home on East Main Street with a spread, Tuesday even- ing January 30th. During the evening games, music and dancing were enjoyed and at an appointed hour a lovely “feed ’ was spread on the floor of the dining room. The table and room were lighted with candles which gave a very pleasing effect. At a late hour the guests departed feel- ing that they would not want any break- fast “this morning”. Those enjoying this event were Francis Chapman, Bess Baker. Mildred Hamilton, Ethel Harris. Minnie Ritter, Harriet Pairan. Florence Stephens, and Elizabeth Schleicher. Messrs. Vorys McLaughlin, Russell Lloyd. Harry Myers, Walter Ritter. Clarence Bletzacker, Carl Nourse, Lawrence Derry, and Harold Phil- lips. Foot-ball Banquet. On Jan. 4, 1917, the Junior Class enter- tained the Football Boys with a sumptuous banquet in the High School Gym. The High School Orchestra furnished delightful mus- ic throughout the evening to the enjoyment of all. The tables were arranged in the shape of a cross. Pink rose buds, the class flower, gracefully adorned the center while four large baskets of appetizing fruit and two foot balls found appropriate and conspic- uous places in the decorations. Seventy- five plates were set for all members of the Junior Class and their guests fifteen Foot- ball boys and Mr. and Mrs. Flood, Mr. and Mrs. McCandlish. Coach Sutton and Miss Maxwell. The tables were efficiently served by Freshman girls. Class President, Carl Nourse, gave a splendid address of welcome, then intro- duced the members of the team, who in turn responded with short talks. Mr Sut- ton. Mr. Flood. Mr. McCandlish and Miss Maxwell were called upon and responded with appropriate toasts. At this time the Captain of the team for the ensuing year. 1917-18 was elected. This honor was conferred upon Carl Nourse. The whole affair was highly successful and the committee on arrangements desser ves credit for their capability. M IRAGE 17 1. Dwight Dilger. Captain. “Dig”— Forward—1917. “Dig” was chosen captain at the end of the season last year. He is an all around basket ball player. At guard, he was able to hold the fastest of forwards. The latter part of the season, at forward, he made a large part of our points and played the game for all he was worth. Al- though “Dig” is the only man to leave us this year, his place will be the most diffi- cult to fill. 2. Edward Bolenbaugh. “Ed”—Center —1918. At center, Ed” was a dangerous man. He made hard work for all those who opposed him. He could out-jump and out- play any center, who was unlucky enough to be matched against him- We are glad he will be back next year. 3. Carl Nourse. “Doc”—Guard—1918. Doc” was the equal to any player, whom he met throughout the season. The person who got away from him was surely a won- der. He was a star at shooting fouls, mak- ing a large marjorit.v of his trials. He will be a great help to the team next year. A. Richard Wilson. “Red”—Guard— 1919. “Red” was the surprise of the sea- son, for he did not get into the game until near its close. However, he showed that he had basket ball ability of no small amount. He is a very rapid player and is noted for breaking up dangerous passes. 5. Wright Amerine, Jenny”—Guard —1918. Wright is the cool steady type of a guard. He never lost his head and his passes were always accurate. His avoirdu- pois was also a thing to be considered when playing opposite him. 6. Irvin Dungan. Irvin—Forward— 1918. Dungan is one of the new players who showed to good advantage this year. He always played a fast and hard-fighting game and had no trouble in making the bas- ket at any time. 7. William Kiefaber. Bill”—Forward —1918. “Bill is the quick, wiry kind of a player. He was all over the floor break- ing up passes. This is his first year at bas- ket ball and his prospects for next year are exceedingly bright. 8. Clarence Lawrence. “Bud”—For- ward—1919. The Sophomore class furn- ished two good players for this year’s team and Lawrence was one of them. He was a MIRAGE 19 hard man to guard and could always be counted upon to add something to the score. We expect great things of him next year. At the beginning of the basket ball sea- son George Rutherford was made manager of this division of Athletics. George belongs to that class of students whom you only have to tell once to do a thing. You can then rest perfectly secure, for you know that when the time comes for the completion of the assigned duty, it will be finished, and finished properly. In my opinion George’s share in Athlet- ics can not be over estimated.—D. M. Hick- son. Principal. December 15, 1916 Shawnee, 40. Lancaster, 15. Doran R.Q. Dilger Richards L. G......—....Burden Mason t Sheets Evans .....R. F........... Nourse Woodruff L. F. Bollenbaugh Subs—Lawrence. Silbaugh. Wiseman Amerine. Nye, Wenzel. Field Goals—Mason 4; Woodruff. 6; Evans, 2; Doran. 6 Sheets. Bollenbaugh. Amerine. Dilger, Wiseman, 2. Foul goals— Nourse, 3; Woodruff, 2; Evans, Doran. Lancaster lost their first game of the sea- son to Shawnee. This was Shawnee’s third game and they showed a fast variety of basketball Lancaster’s lack of practice was plainly the cause of defeat for our team work was very poor. January 5, 1917. Bliss College, 56. L. H. S., 12. Moulton L. F. .....Bollenbaugh Isabel! It. F. Lineman Hook C. Wiseman Essiek ...........R. G..._........ Dilger Brunn .........._ L. G............ Nourse Subs: Lane, O’Connor. Subs: Silbaugh. Amerino. Brenner. Wil- son. Modson. Burden. Field goals—Moulton. 9; Isa bell. 7; Hook, 5; Lane, Brunn, 3; O’Connor. Bol- lenbaugh. 2; Nourse. Foul goals—Moul- ton. 4; Bollenbaugh. 2; Wilson. 3: Burden. 1. Bliss has one of the fastest and best teams in Columbus and before playing us they had defeated some of the best inde- pendent teams in this part of the state- Lancaster showed much improvement ov- er the game with Shawnee, considering the practice which they had had. From the start of the game it was appar- ent that we were in for a “drubbing.’’ Bliss played a very fast game and it was seldom that the ball was in our possession. Al- though out classed Lancaster Hi., played her best and went down with flying colors. January 12, 1917. Capital Academy, 38. Lancaster, 10 Holste ........__L. F.— Dungan Wild ____________ R. F. Bollenbaugh Schellhase ....... C. Sheets Dyer ............ L. G. Dilger Steinmeyer R. G... Nourse Subs—Amerine. Einoman. Burden. Field Goals—Holste 3; Wild. 4; Shell- haso. 2: Steinmeyer. 7: Sheets. Dungan. Burden. Foul goals—Holste, 6; Dungan. 2: Nourse. Burden The game with Capital Academy was swift, being a much better game than the score would indicate. L. H. S. “had the edge” on the Columbus team when it came to team work. Although the ball was in our possession most of the time, our team was unable to locate the bas- ket, while Academy's team seemed to have an uncanny ability to shoot baskets, from almost any place on the floor. The score was even at the end of the first half, but the visitors opened up in the last part of the game and romped away with a victory. Capt. Dilger played his usual excellent game, his guarding and team work being especially good. Steinmeyer led Capital Academy in scoring. 20 MIRAGE January 13, 1917 Nelsonville, 50. Lancaster, 34. Wilson...........-L. F......Eineman Sharp ...........R. F------- Dungan John, Schuller C. Sheets Sisson ...... R. G..........Bollenbaugh Morgan ..........L. G Burden Amerine Field Goals—Wilson, 3; Sharp, 11; Schuller. 3; Johnson, Burden. Morgan, 3; Eineman, 5; Bollenbaugh. 4; Dungan, Sheets, 4. Foul Goals—Sharp. Morgan 7; Bollen- baugh, 4. L. H. S. showed class in the game with Nelsonville. The play started off with a rush. Burden caging the first basket for Lancaster. Nelsonville came back strong and before L. H. S. realized it their oppon- ents were in the lead Lancaster out play- ed Nelsonville in the second half but was unable to overcome the big advance. The basket shooting of L. H. S. was above anything which they have accomplished this year. Eineman led Lancaster in bas- ket shooting, while Capt. Sharp of Nelson- ville scored 23 points for his team. January 19, 1917. East High, 24. Lancaster High, 11. Ciamflonce ......L. F............ Eineman Wolfe. Carrol ..R. F---- Bollenbaugh Yenson___________ C----------------Sheets Long L. G.... Dilger Strieker ...... R. G.............Nourse Subs: Wiseman. Dungan. Field Goals—Ciamflonce. 2; Yenson. 6; Long, 2; Bollenbaugh. 2; Sheets. 2. Foul Goals: Wolfe, 9; Carrol. Bollenbaugh. The game with East Hi was a very excit- ing one, especially the first half. The teams were evenly matched in this half and they put up a great game- The half ended with the score 11 to 11. Capt. Dilger was injured in the last half of the game . This seemed to take the fight out of the team and as a result the Colum- bus team ran away from them, in the last part of the game. Earlier in the season East Hi defeated Bliss College, so it can be seen what L. H. S. was up against. January 26, 1917. Worthington, 16. L. H. S., 14 •s a k L. I '. ... Eineman Snoffer R. F........Bollenbaugh Bowsman ...C Brenner, Amerine Herman R. G. Dilger Glider ..........L. G. ......... Nourse Field Goals—Snoffer, 2; Bowsman. 2; Stack. Glider. Bollenbaugh. 2; Eineman. Foul Goals—Herman. 3; Stack, Nourse, 8; Inability to shoot baskets, together with the absence of our star center. Sheets, caus- ed our defeat by Worthington. The passing of the Worthington players was very good and although they had few open shots, all were made good. The two teams played their best the last half and the game was not won until the whistle had blown. Nourse was wonderful when it came to foul shooting making 8 out of a possible 10 shots. Capt. Dilger played his usual good game, breaking up many of Worthingtons plays. January 27, 1917 Ashville, 46. L. H. S., 8. Hoover L. F......... Eineman Messick R. F- Lawrence Odoffer Brenner Bfitholf L. 6. Amerine Grove —.......... R. G............ Dilger Subs: Griffith Subs: Dungan. Bollenbaugh. Field Goals—Hoover. 10; Messick, 4; Odoffer. 6; Mithoff, Eineman. Foul Goals —Messick, 3; Griffith. Lawrence, 6. We were able to hold Ashville’s heavier team in the first half, but they proved to be too much for us in the last part of the game. The guards for Ashville played a very substantial game and it was seldom that our forwards had a chance at the basket. The game was marked with many fouls and it was from these that Lancaster made most of her score. February 2, 1917. D. M., 31. L. H. S., 29. Walker ........ „L- F. ............Sutton Eyman .........R. F. Bollenbaugh MIRAGE 21 Floyd ---------C------------- Amerine Kaumeyer, Mills..L. G........ Nourse Kiernan ______ R. G........... Dilger Field Goals—Walker, 3; Eyman. Floyd, 7; Mills, 2; Kiernan. 2; Sutton. 3; Bollen- baugh, 3; Amerine, Dilger, 4. Foul Goals —Nourse, 7 ; Floyd. The D. M. defeated L. H. S. in a fast game of basketball. The play started off with a rush, Bollenbaugh scoring the first basket for Lancaster High. Coach Sutton played with the High School, the D. M.’s having Phil Floyd, a former star of L- H. S. in their lineup. Am- erine played center against him in a very creditable style Capt. Dilger played a great game, leading his team in basket shooting. Kiernan played a splendid game at guard for the D. M's. The high school maintain- ed a slight lead in the first half, but Floyd warmed up in the last half scoring half of the points for his team. February 9, 1917. Nelsonville, 27. L. H. S., 25. Wilson _________R. F___________- Dungan Sharp ...........L. F. ........ Kiefaber Johnson __________C.........Bollenbaugh Sisson .........R. G............ Dilger Morgan ......... L. G-........... Nourse Subs: Amerine, Lawrence Field Goals—Wilson. 3; Sharp, 6: John- son, Kiefaber, 6: Bollenbaugh. 4; Dilger, 2 Foul oGals—Sharp. 7 ; Dungan. L. H. C. lost an overtime game to Nelson- ville. This was the second game with the valley bunch this season. Lancaster lead at the end of the first half 13-5, but was a little over-confident the last and allowed Nelsonville to catch up with them. Just as the whistle blew, a Nelsonville player caged a basket, tying the score. By mutual consent the game was con- tinued one minute. Sharp shot a basket for our opponents, thus winning the game. Dil- ger starred for Lancaster while Kiefaber also played a great game. February 10, 1917 Capital Academy, 43 L- H. S. 16 Bohle------------L. F. .. ..... Wilson Holste ......... R. F. Bollenbaugh Schellhase ...... ( Wiseman Dyer ........... L. G......... Nourse Stienmeyer......R. G. Dilger Field Goals—Stienmeyer, 9; Bohle, 3; Schellhase. Dyer. Wilson. 3 ; Wiseman. Dil- ger. Foul Goals—Holste, 3; Wilson. Nourse. Lancaster was badly out-classed by Cap- ital Academy. The game was played in the Capital gym., the back-boards of which are very poor making it hard for the Lancaster boys to make a basket. The game was rather slow in places, but for the most part was a shooting affair in- dulged in by Bohle and Stienmeyer. the lat- ter securing nine of his team’s baskets. Wilson and Nourse put up the best fight for Lancaster. February 16, 1917. West High, 18. L. H. S., 25- Heover,-------- L. F...........Dilger Magley ........ R. F. .........Lawrence Rohr ,C......... Bollenbaugh Denton.......L. G................Nourse Akins R. G............Wilson Subs: Kiefaber. Field Goals—Heover. 4; Denton, Akins, Dilger, 5; Bollenbaugh. 4; Nourse. Foul G« als—Heover, 3; Magley. 2. Akins, Law- erence. Nourse. 4; What promised to be a rather slow game developed into a fast and interesting con- test when we defeated West Hi’s heavier team. The score stood 12 to 13 in favor of L. H. S. at the end of the first half. Our boys came back strong in the last half and at no time was West dangerous- Their forwards were unable to get away from our guards and had very few shots. Dilger and Bollenbaugh worked well at their new positions, securing most of our points. 22 MIRAGE March 2, 1917. Grove City, 22. L. H. S., 19 Barke, Smith. R. F................ Dungan Grossman L. F. Dilger Kega —..........„C._________ Bollenbaugh Rallston........R. G............ Wilson Martino.........L. G............Nourse Field Goals—Barke, Grossman, 2; Kega, 3; Martino. 2; Dilger, 2; Dungan. 6; Bol- lenbaugh. 2. Foul Goals—Smith. 3; Gross- man, 3; Dungan. 4; Nourse, 3. In a fast and close game we lost to Grove City's larger team. Our boys played the best game of the season and it was a game for everyone until the whistle blew. L. H. S. started off with a rush and caged the first baskets. Wilson played a great game. Dilger and Nourse played their usual hard fighting game. Bollenbaugh completely outplayed his big opponent. March 17, 1917. Lancaster, 37. Canal Winchester, 25 Dungan. Amerine L. F............ Badger Dilger K. F Mueller Bollenbaugh..... C.........- Burnett Nourse L. G.._............. Burtner Wilson. Kiefaber. R. G.............Wilson Field Goals—Dungan. 2; Amerine. 2; Kiefaber, 2; Dilger. 6: Bollenbaugh, 5; Nourse. 1; Badger. 5; Mueller. 4; Burnett, 2. Foul Goals—Nourse. 1: Badger. 3. Our team had little trouble in defeating Canal Winchester’s high. The team showed lots of “pep” and played their best it would have taken a husky bunch to have defeat- ed them. Winchester had a splendid team and had considerable on L. H. S. for weight, but seemed unable to shoot baskets. Dilger and Bollenbaugh were the big point getters for Lancaster and were ably assisted by the good floor work of their team mates. This was the last conference game on our home floor. March 24, 1917. Winchester, 20. Lancaster, 29 Badger L. F. Dungan Burtner________ R. F.......... Dilger Burnett ......... C.........Bollenbaugh Wilson _______ ,.L. G.......... Nourse Meuler............R. G......... Amerine Field Goals—Dungan. Dilger. 3; Bollen- baugh, 6; Amerine, 2; Badger. Burnett. 2. Foul Goals—Nourse, 5; Badger, 4. For the second time in the season Lan- caster beat Winchester, this time on the Winchester floor. L. H. S. ran up a com- fortable margin in the first half and at no time was there any great danger of defeat for the Lancaster boys. The score at the end of the half, was 18 to 11, L. H- S. be- ing at the long end of the score. The contest was closer in the last half, each team securing four field goals. Lan- caster leading 3 to 1 on the fouls. Bollenbaugh lead the scoring with six baskets four of which came in the first half Dilger shot three field goals and dropped in five from the foul line. Badger and Meu- ler played best for Winchester, contribu- ting the biggest part of score for their team. MIRAGE 23 GIRLS’ BASKET BALL In 1908 at Lancaster High School an ef- fort was made to organize a Girl’s Basket Ball team. It was unsuccessful and the enthusiasm of the girls died down until 1910 when they again started practicing. However, it was not until 1911 that any other teams were played. In that season two games were played. Lancaster losing one and the other resulting in a tie. From that time up to the present L. H. S. has had a team every season. And every team has been a credit to the school. The team of 1914-’15 was not defeated and was granted the “unofficial” title of State Champions. This year has been no exception to the rule and the Lancaster High Girls have up- held the reputation of the purple and gold and met defeat but twice, once at the hands of a picked team from Ohio State. The second time over-confidence and lack of practice caused them to lose to Worthing- ton. But the girls are crying “Revenge and have challenged W. H. S. to a game on a neutral floor. So far the challenge re- mains unaccepted. But even with a winning team, the stu- dent-body of L. H. S. fails to attend the games. The average number of students at a game this season has been about fifty. Why? Someone please tell us, what is the matter with the school spirit in L. H. S? Before the official Basket Ball season opened the Girls started practicing and in November an Interclass tournament was held. Four class teams and the Ex-Class team were formed. A great deal of spirit was displayed and altogether the tourna- ment was very successful. The standing of the teams follows: W. L. Ex-Class ..... ................... 4 1 Sophomores 2 Seniors ______..................... 2 2 Juniors 1 3 Freshmen........................... 1 3 Marion Marie McCleery, Captain. 1. “Look at her jump! She gets the bat iff every time! The “stretchiest jumping center in the universe! That’s Pud. At the end of 15-16 basket ball season she proved her popularity by being elected for the captainship for the ’16-17 season. This is Marion’s last year in dear old L. H. S. and someone will have to “go away up in the air” next year, if they play the game as she has done for two years. 2. Elizabeth Camp Kent. Business Manager. “Libby was business manager and we guarantee that she can manage anything or anybody. She also played run- ning center and here her powers of manag- ing were again displayed, in that she man- aged to outplay nearly all of her oppon- ents “be they large or be they small . No team which opposed L. H. S. this season had such good team work in center as “Pu- die” and Libby” could use. This is Lib- by's” third and last year on the team and she will surely be missed when the basket ball squad is called to arms next year. 3. Florence May Stephens. Altho “Steve” was compelled to quit the game shortly after the season opened, she showed that she was capable of playing a good game. She played guard and always ex- erted herself to the best of her ability. 4. Forrest Rose Brandt. “I betcha a dime!” On all the teams we played this year, there was only one guard who could keep our “streak of lightning” from scor ing (and she was a college girl). Almost every guard Forrest had. was much larger than herself but she always managed to run away from them and shoot baskets almost at will. When “Blondy” receives her “sheepskin” in May, Lancaster High will lose one of the best forwards in the State of Ohio. 5. Mary Frances Kirn. Mary was the surprise of the season- She played guard and her chief characteristic was “bulldog- ish-hand-to-itiveness. About the only thing she lacked was self-confidence. It is a great comfort to think she is a Freshman 24 MIRAGE MIRAGE 25 and will have three more years to play basket ball. May those years be even more successful than this! 6. Irma Gladys Derbyshire. This was Irma’s first year among the “Regulars.” Last year she played center in several gam- es but was never given a chance at forward However, we could depend on Irma to reach over the hands of her guard and toss the ball through the basket. “Derby” is a Junior and will be back next year to help make another winning team. 7. Miriam Grove. Miriam Grove bet- ter known as “Pete” among her many friends and admirers was a permanent fix- ture at right guard on the first team this year. Although this was Miriam’s first year as a regular she played like a veteran of many seasons. It was largely due to her ability to keep the ball at Lancaster’s end of the floor which enabled Lancaster to win game after game. Miriam is noted for her diminutive size and her “Moody” disposi- tion. This is Miriam’s last year as she will graduate this spring, and it is with much regret that L. H. S. sees her go.—Coach Sutton. (Thrust under the door as the staff worked diligently- “Dear Enemy! Warning! ? ! !? “Do not publish anything to injure my character.” (Signed). Blackhand. Ashville vs L. H. S. On Jan. 5 in the first game of the season on the home floor, the Lancaster High School girls’ basket ball team had no trou- ble in defeating Ashville High with a score of 25 to 5. The Lancaster girls showed the lack of practice in basket shooting, but made up for this in floor work. In this game no one player was an individual star. The last half was played with four of the second team in the lineup. The new suits were first worn in this game. They consist of gold middies with purple collars, purple bloomers, ties and hair ribbons. Each girl made her own suit. The lineup and score follows: Ashville, 5. L. H. S. 25. Friedly R. F. Brandt Purcell L. F. Derbyshire. Hummel Cook J. C. McCleery, McClain Smalley ........ R. C.—..... Kent. Ritter Messick .....— R. G. Stephens, Marks Teegarden ________L. G. __________Grove Field Goals—Brandt. 5; Hummell, 4; Derbyshire, 3; Purcell. 1. Foul Goals— Purcell. 3; Brandt, 1. Referee—Mr. Sut- ton. Crooksville vs. L. H. S. On January 12th. ’17 the purple and gold of Lancaster “Hi” were borne to victory by the Girls’ Basket Ball team when they de- feated the Crooksville girls by the score of 35 to 8. Forrest Brandt scored the most points for L. H. S. The guarding of Florence Stephens and the floor work of the centers were good, while Irma Derbyshire passed well. L. H. S. 35 Crooksville, 8. Derbyshire. Hummel R. F............. Cook Brandt..... L. F. _ Fair McCleery.. 1C. Hcskett Kent. Ritter ......2C. ... DeLong, Seibert Stephens .........—R. G-...Seibert. DeLong Grove -------- L. G........................ Sutton Field Goals—Derbyshire, 4; Brandt 12; Cook. Fair. Foul Goals—Brandt. 3; Der- byshire. Fair. Cook. Referee—Mr. Myers. Miss Devlin. L. H. S. vs. Columbus Independents. On the 19th of January in a game mark- ed by the rough ai'd close guarding of the Columbus Independents, which is really a picked team from Ohio State, the Lancaster girls were defeated by a score of 1G to 8. Olive Taylor, a former graduate of L. h S- scored fourteen of the points for Colum- bus. Irma Derbyshire scored seven points out of the eight for L. H. S. Columbus 16 L. H. S. 8 Taylor ......... .R. F. Derbyshire. Kent Schreider ......L. F. ............Brandt Williams ....... J. C.......... McCleery Cunningham R. C...........Kent. McClain Luchs L. G. Stephens Korner..........R. G. Grove 26 MIRAGE Field Goals—Taylor 7; Derbyshire. 3: Foul goals—Schrieder, 2: Derbyshire. Brandt- Referee—Miss Myers. Worthington Game The Lancaster girls had little trouble in irorc than doubling the score over Worth- ington High on Jan. 26 1917. The final count was 21 to 9. Forrest Brandt scored n ost for Lancaster. Captain McCleery played exceptionally well against a girl much larger than she. Miss Lang scored three “fielders” for Worthington. W. H. S. 9 L. H. S. 21 Michaels ....... R F............Brandt Derbyshire L. F. Lang McCleery..........J. C. Griffith Kent R. C. Franke Grove R. G. ...Pagels Stephens ......._L. G...... McCoy Field Goals—Brandt 6; Lang. 3; Derby- shire. 4. Foul Goals—Derbyshire. 1 : Mich- aels. 2; Lang. 1. Referee—Miss Taylor, Miss Epler. Ashville Game The L. H. basket ball teams journeyed to Ashville on Jan. 27. 1917. In a game which was very one-sided. Lancaster girls defeat- ed the Ashville girls by the score of 22 to 4. The Lancaster forwards were given many opportunities to score from the foul line. Ashville’s points were all made on fouls. Miss Purcell shooting four. A H. S., 4. L. H. S.f 22. Purcell R. F... Brandt Gridley —......L. F......Derbyshire Bartley ..........J. C..........McCleery Smalley R. ('. Kent Teegarten .......R. G. Blazer Messick L. G. ...........Grove Field Goals—Brandt. 5; Derbyshire, 3. Foul goals—Purcell. 4: Brandt. 4; Derby- shire, 2. Referee—Mr. Sutton. Umpire— Mr. O’Connor. Roseville Game. The Lancaster Girls’ Basket ball team romped away with the Roseville team at Roseville on Feb. 2. 1917. The game was played in a small gym. and altho the low- ness of the ceiling interfered with a great many of Lancaster’s “shots” they exper- ienced little difficulty in scoring 35 points while Roseville scored only 3. Irma Derbyshire scored most of the points for Lancaster, making 11 baskets and 1 foul. The floor work of the centers was good. The lineup follows: R. H. S. 3 L. H. S. 35 Smith R. f. Brandt Sagle L. F. Derbyshire Caton J. C.........McCleery Wetzel It. C. Kent Dunnington R. G. Kirn Gill L. G. drove Field Goals—Derbyshire. 11; Brandt, 6; Seagle. Foul Goals—Sagle. Derbyshire. Re- feree—John Armstrong. Groveport Game On Feb. 9. Lancaster “Hi” Girls again won easily, defeating Groveport this time. The visitors claimed to have won over the Columbus Independents who had previous- ly beaten L. H. S. Forrest Brandt led the scoring with ten fielders and four fouls. The visiting centers played well. Perhaps the most marked characteristic of this game was the number of fouls called. G. H. S. 16 L. H. S., 31. Stambaugh .......R. F. Brandt Stevenson .......L. F._...... Derbyshire Rainier J. C. McCleery Simms R. C. Kent Dolby R. G. Grove Steele L. G... Kirn Field Goals—Brandt. 10; Derbyshire. 3: Stambaugh, 2; Stevenson, 3. Foul Goals— Brandt. 4; Derbyshire. Stevenson. 6. Re- feree Miss Bradford. Speedy Six Game. On Feb. 16. the Lancaster Girls walked away with the Speedy Six of Columbus to the tune of 23 to 2- Miss Brandt spark- led” for Lancaster. The Speedy Six failed to score from the field, their two points be- ing made from the foul line. S. S., 2. L. H. S., 23 Cook, Comer L. F. .............. Derbyshire MIRAGE 27 Smith R. F. Brandt Sullivan J. C. ________McCleery Tinner R. C.____ Kent Brook, G. Comer, . R. G. Kerns Shubert________ ...L, G-........__ Grove Field Goals—Brandt. ( ; Derbyshire, 2; Foul Goals —Derbyshire, 3; Brandt 4; Co- mer. Smith. Worthington Game The Lancaster girls were beaten by Wor- thington High School on the floor of the lat- ter. Feb. 23, 1017. Having more than doub- led the score on Worthington at Lancaster the girls expected to win the return game, also. Perhaps this over-confidence had something to do with their defeat. Miss Franks scored 21 points for her team. Miss Brandt scored seven times from the field. Lineup and score. W. H. S. 27. L. H. S., 16 Franke K. F. Brandt Lang L. F. Derbyshire Griffith ........J. C........-..McCleery Walkins....„...._R. C. ....________ Kent Bagels ..........R. G______________ Kirn McCoy L. G. Grove Field Goals—Franke. 0; Brandt. 7; Lang 2. Foul Goals—Franke, 4; Lang. Derby- shire. 2. Referee—Miss Taylor, Ohio State. Miss Epler. Grove City Game. In the hardest fought game of the year Lancaster High’s girls conquered the team from Grove City on March 2. 1917. The second team, under the leadership of Cap- tain McCleery started the game and at the end of the first quarter the score was 5-0 in favor of Grove City. Then four more of the regulars were put in for the next quarter and at the end of the first half the score stood 9-5 with L. II. S. on the short end. The last half was played with all of the first team in the lineup. In this half Lancaster gained steadily, while Grove City scored only from the foul line. The final score was 15-14 with L. H- S. leading. G. C. H. S., 14. L. H. S., 15 Corzilius R. F.....Shinn. Brandt Breckenridge L. F. Hummel. Derbyshire Melien ----------J. C. McCleery, Capt. Leech ...._ R. C. ..........Jones, Kent Goss —... R. G. McClain. Kirn R°(My ........-..L- G.... Blazer, Grove Field Goals—Brandt. 3; Derbyshire, 2: Corzilius. 2; Breckenridge. 2. Foul Goals —Brandt. 3; Derbyshire. 3; Corzilius. 2; Breckenridge. Referee—Mr. Sutton and Mr. Horton. Timekeeper—Regan. l anal Winchester On Saturday, March 3. 1917. the Lancas- ter Girls’ Basket Ball team played circles around the Canal Winchester High School girls when the latter was defeated 29-5. The Lancaster team work was the most re- markable feature of the game. The Winchester girls treated their visi- tors royally and gave them a big “feed” af- ter the game. Let’s go again! L. H. S., 29. c. W.H. S., 5. Bram,t Fi Ringer Derbyshire .....L. F. _ ...McFalland McCleery —_ J. C...........Rhoades Kent R.C. Smith P P -R. G. ..Haines rove D. G.— --------Stevenson Field Goals—Miss Brandt. 11; Derby- shire. 2; Ringer. 2. Foul Goals—Miss Mc- Falland, Miss Brandt. Miss Derbyshire. 2. Re feree—P f ei f fer. Ti m e k eeper—Reason - er. The Lancaster High School Girls easily scored 24 points while Canal Winchester High School succeeded in caging the ball but once, on Saturday, March 17. In the first half Forrest Brandt aided by the good passing of Mary Shinn scored 12 points. “Cotty” Hummel played the sec- ond half and scored four “fielders”. Win- chester's only point came in the first half when Miss Rhoads scored from the foul line. The visitors were accompanied by a 28 MIRAGE large delegation of rooters who made things lively, showing lots of “pep” and school spirit. C. W. H. S. 1. L- H. S. 24 Rhoades R. K. Shinn. Hummel Ringer......... 1 . K, ........ Brandt Tussing __________ C...........McCleery Sn it h R. Kent Dildim R. (I. drove Haynes...........L. G............ Kirn Field Goals—Brandt 8; Hummel, 4. Foul Goals—Rhoades. 1. Referee—Mr. Pfeiffer. Time of Halves—15 minutes- Seldom, if ever did anyone get an open shot. Derbyshire’s playing was exceptionally good for Irma made 7 out of the 10 points. This was one of the hardest games of the year, both teams being rather scrappy” and about the same size and speed. The Winchester forwards each scored a single field goal. The lineup and score. Canal Winchester, 4. L. H. S., 10 Miller R. p. Taylor Badger I - F. Derbyshire Ringer ...........C............. McCleery Tussing ........ R. C............... Kent Wright..........R. G............... Kirn Boyer L. G. Grove Field Goals—Derbyshire, 3; Miller, Bad- ger. Taylor. Foul Goals—Taylor. Derby- shire. Timekeeper—Wilson. Referee— Mr Pfeiffer. Time of Halves—15 minutes. In a very rough game, at Winchester, with both teams practically playing boys rules, the Lancaster High Girls defeated the Canal Winchester Independents by the score of 10-4. The game was exciting and the fighting hard from beginning to end. MIRAGE 29 EXCHANGES We have received many exchanges since our last issue of the Mirage.” We are always glad to welcome these papers for we feel that this is one of our most delight- ful departments. We are happy to receive any criticisms or suggestions and hope to profit by them. Exchanges on our list are: The Aerial .................. Logan. Ohio Hi-Crier.................... — Niles, Ohio Comus _________ Zanesville, Ohio High School Life ........... Warren, Ohio Scarab................... Cleveland, Ohio Focus.................. Sioux Falls, S. D. Scarlet and Gray —......Nelsonville, Ohio Signal................. Cambridge. Ohio Record________________ —.....St. Louis, Mo. Highlander -............Columbus, Ohio Exponent...............- Greenfield, Mass. Argosy .............. —....... Provo, Utah Fram_____________________—Sandusky, Ohio Voice of South High......Youngstown. Ohio Lyceum ............... Chillicothe. Ohio We have read with interest several num- bers of the “Aerial and think your paper is certainly very good. There is the “Voice of South High an- other new exchange added to our list and is exceptionally interesting. The Athletic and Literary departments are very attrac- tive. Come again, you are welcome. To the Argosy—Your paper is good and your material well chosen. May we sug- gest that you could make a little better ar- rangement however? Next comes the “Record .this is a splen- did paper but where are your snaps or “cuts ?. Why. the Lyceum is a new exchange. Please let me see it. The School notes and Editorials are especially good but we fail to see any cuts which might add great- ly to the appearance of your paper. To the Highland—We enjoy your paper very much and think it is well arranged. The Fram—We were very much pleas- ed to add this new exchange to our list. To the Comus—deserves much attention. You certainly have a “classy paper and it will always be welcomed by us. Your cover designs are well executed- 30 MIRAGE DRAMATICS “THAT LETTER WHICH—?’� “That Letter Which—?”—the play giv- en by the Senior Class of 1917, December 22, was a grand success. A good audience was in attendance and enjoyed every min- ute of the entertainment. The acting was exceptionally good each player being suited for his part, perform- ing it with the skill of an experienced actor. Between the acts the L. H. S. orchestra entertained the audience with a number of beautiful selections. Due credit should be given to Miss Ethel Reasoner, the directress, for the splendid manner in which she coached the players. “That Letter Which—?” Presented by The Senior Class. Act—1. Complications Arise Place Sitting Room in Roger's Home in N. Dakota. Time........................... Mid-Summer ACT.—II. The Artistic Element. Place......_............— Studio in Paris Time------------------Three Months Later ACT—III. Esmeralda Rebels. Place. Lounging room off the Roger’s Ball Room in Paris. Time-------------------- One Week Later ACT—IV. “And We Are Together”. Place The Studio Time---------------------- Xmas Eve Miss Ethel Reasoner, Directress. Dwight Dilger. Business Manager. Paul Spears, Stage Manager. Ralph Brenner. Asst. Manager. Austin Gibbony, Electrician. CHARACTERS. Mr. Elbert Rogers, A North Dagota Far- mer .............. —.......Walter Noles Mrs. Lydia Ann Rogers His Wife ..... — —...............Miriam Groves Miss Esmeralda Rogers, Their Daughter — ---------------------Relva Barr Dave Hardy. A Young Man From N. Da- kota .......—......— Harry McClanahan Mr. Eastabrook. A Man of Leisure.... ----------—......... Harold Phillips Mr. Jack Desmond. An American Artist in Paris ------------ Lawrence Derry Miss Nora Desmond. His Sister ...... .....■.-.-.......... Forest Brandt Miss Kate Desmond, Another Sister —..................... Mildred Baker Marquis” De Montessin—(A French Adventurer...........—..Ralph Strigle George Drew—An American Speculator ........................ Ralph Beck Mignonette—A Maid Elizabeth Kent CALENDAR Nov. 9.—Rain ! Rain ! Rain ! Nov. 10.—Hal Phillips and Harold May- er seen bringing the Mirage’s up the hill in a wheel barrow. Nov. 11.—Noises heard on the next lot —Whoa, Gee, Haw, Giddap—?? ?•! ! Whoop! Nov. 14—Note Books. Nuf sed ! Nov. 15.—Margaret Priode from Colum- bus entertained us with some very fine readings. Her humorous readings were es- pecially well received by the student body. Nov. 16.—Look pleasant. We had our pictures taken this morning. Foot Ball game with Newark. 13-7. Nov. 18.—Dwight Dilger breaks all re- cords when he gets four in a Physics test. Nov. 20.—WThat has become of the teacher who used to tell us a week before we had a test. Nov. 21—Red Murphy talking to three girls at once! Nov. 22.—Chartered car to Circleville. Allsides” asks for enuf money to buy the MIRAGE 31 band's dinner. Wonder if he thinks this is Wall Street? Nov. 24.—No “crabby” teachers and no tests for a week? Why? Teachers got paid. Nov. 25.—Three more days till vacation. Nov. 26.—Hail, rain, sleet, snow and grade cards. Nov. 27.—All is well. Out for vacation- Dec. 4.—Vacation is over. New sub teacher; she is short and—I guess not. Dec. 5.—Unexciting. Dec. 8.—Unexcitinger. Dec. 9.—Mrs. Chestora McDonald Carr, of Columbus was in chaple and entertained us with her readings. “An old maids opin- ion of Boys” was voted the best. Dec. 10.—Staff almost dead- Dec. 11.—Staff died today at 4:03. Dec. 12.—Mr. Hickson gave Leroy Hone 23 lectures on conduct. No wonder “Hony” is getting thin. Dec. 13.—Snow—40 degrees below zero in Miss Reasoner’s room. Dec. 14.—Girls are going to get new bas- ket ball suits. Seeing is believing. Dec. 15.—Dum. Dec. 6.—Senior meeting. We had class spirit a-la-square deal served on co-opera- tion. Dec. 17.—F-ierce lessons. L-ate hours. U-nexpected company. N-ot prepared. K-icked out. Dec. 18.—Horrors! Some poor freshie accidentally bumped against the signal and we were dismissed 10 minutes early. Poor Soul! We hope he was not injured. Dec. 20.—Jud, yawning strolls into Civ- ics Class. Dec. 22.—Senior Play! Dec. 22.—For the first time this year we had a Chapel program given by members of the student body. It was very fine and made us remember the time when we us- ed to have chapel at least once a month Out for vacation. Jan- 3.—Back again. Look out for your New Year’s Resolutions. Jan. 5.—Basket Ball. Girls won. Boys lost. Jan. 8.—Mr. Flood says “expediciously” and “lacery”. Run for the dictionary. Jan. 10—We receive a severe shock and several faint when chapel is announced Mr. Richmond from New York gave read- ings from Shakespeare and of course Miss Perfect imagined she was in heaven. Every- one was asked to bring five cents. Heard afterwards from Freshie, “Gee, I didn’t get a jitney’s worth.’ Jan. 12.—More basket ball- Same as be- fore. Girls win. Boys lose. Jan. 14.—Mass meeting and yells. “And the Tabernacle shall be filled with music.” Jan. 17.—State Freshies to play girls’ team. Jan. 18.—Prof. Johnson of Case talked to the Seniors at 3:15. We liked his talk but why didn’t he come in the morning? Jan- 19.—Marticulation. Recitation. Pre- paration, Examination, Consternation. “Funkation . Lamentation, on Probation. Stop! Look! Listen! Exams on. Feb. 9.—An addition has been made to the Junior class since exams. Some seniors became tired of being Seniors and turned Juniors? Feb. 10.—They talked about the origin of man this morning. “Remember what they said about the monkey? Feb. 11.—Moody threatens awful things if the Mirage makes light of his love af- fairs. Feb. 13.—These innumerable chapels. Feb. 14.—Valentines. Cupid with his bow and dart— Must have hit Guy Jackson in the heart— —Shakespeare. Guy came to school without his collar and tie. He said he forgot it. Feb. 15.—More Valentines. Feb. 16—English classes writing poetry. Here is one of them: Spring. Spring, beautiful Spring. Isn’t spring a beautiful thing, And now 1 wish I had a wing. So I could fly with the beautiful spring —Anon. 32 MIRAGE Feb. 20.—Let’s have the interior of the chapel photographed so we won’t forget how it looks. Feb. 21—Big rhetorical or as some fresh- ie was heard to remark “hysterical.” Feb. 22.—Bunka. Bunka. Bunka. or Punka, Punka. Punka. Feb. 22.—Heard at Junior cast meeting. “Oh ! Shut Up!! That ain’t fair!! Babies stop this fussin’. “I am going to tell Hick- son.” Feb. 24.—Miss Laumer—“Will you please hunt a study room.” Feb. 25.—Girls meeting—! Boys’ meet- ing—! Look out for the cops. Feb. 26.—Dotty Noles is looking for the definition of hay doodle.” Feb. 27—Mr. Flood is grading physicis note books and chewing gum. Didn’t have time for dinner. Feb. 28.—For one whole period Mr. Sut- ton forgot to say “simply.” Feb. 29.—Moody and —?— his girl. When he said he had a machine. Her affection on him she poured. But you should have heard her holler When she learned it was a Ford. —Longfellow. March 1.—Miss Reasoner—“Any one here absent?” March 2.—Nothing doing. March 8.—Freshie pointing to chaple doors “What is that place for?” We can't answer him. March 4.—One of our seniors was about to be awarded the prize for best mask while at a masked party when alas! it was discovered he wasn’t masked. March 5—Miss Soule to Minnie Ritter and Pats Pairan. “I can always remember you two girls because you are both light- headed. Gee! What did she mean? March 6.—We have discovered that the reason we don’t have chaple is because it isn’t the style. Styles change twice a year anyway. March 7.—Staff meetings and more staff meetings. March 8.—Exit!! ALUMNI Organization of the Alumni. The first steps taken toward organizing an Alumni Association, were started on Saturday afternoon, June 1st. 1889. On this day about thirty graduates of the Lan- caster High School met in Prof. Keyser’s room in the North Public School building. The meeting was called to order by Supt. G. W. Welsh, and after stating the purpose of the assemblage and outlining the work to be done. Mr. Welsh was elected chair- man. Frank W- Rope 87 was chosen as temporary secretary. Chairman Welsh then appointed various necessary committees, which were consti- tuted as follows: On permanent organization: George O. Beery, ’87, Jessie Wright. ’81. and Anna Davidson, ’72. On the program for the meeting follow- ing the commencement: Alice Carter, Mrs. M. C. Miller. Abbie C. Trout. Cora Out- calt, and Michael Effinger. On Banquet: Mrs. E. E. Giesy, Lula W'ork, Nellie Weakley, George P. Rising, and Nellie Baker. On motion by Mr. Beery it was resolved that an adjournment should be made till Tuesday evening. June 4th. at 8 o'clock Thus ended the first meeting of the grad- uates of Lancaster High School. At the second meeting. June 4th, which was held at the High School room, the first officers of the Alumni were chosen as fol- lows : President...-....... William H. Hanniu Vice President William Davidson and Mrs. Dan Danehy. Secretary ............. Frank W. Rope Treasurer ..........George P. Rising Executive Committee:—Henry B. Peters. Millie Allen, Jessie Wright. Arthur Vorys. On motion by Mr. Hannum it was decid- MIRAGE 33 ed to adopt a constitution, section by sec- tion. This has been used until the pres- ent time. After the organization had been success- fully carried out it was decided to have a meeting once a year taking in all gradu- ates from the Lancaster High School. It has been the custom since the year 1890 to give a banquet in honor of the seniors and we heartily hope this will continue. The following is a partial list of the graduates from 1912 to 191G. 1912. Mr. and Mrs. Gail Crossen (nee Helen Baumgardner) reside in Washington I). C., where Mr Baumgardner is employed by the government. Mrs. Jay Hixenbaugh (nee Helen Clarke) resides in Woodlawn Pennsyl- vania. Charles Kilbarger is employed at the Crystal Ice Plant. City. Edward Alten is employed at the Alten Machine Shop. City. Margretta Steele is attending Ohio State University. Columbus. Flora Brown is employed in the Build- ing and Loan Office, City. Mrs. Ralph Acton (nee Anna Dickson) resides on East Allen street, City. 1913. Carl D LaRoss is employed at the C. M. V. railroad. Mrs. Earl Tobin (nee Marie Renshaw) resides in Springfield, O. Helen J. Sharpe is a substitute teacher in the Lancaster Public Schools- Carl L. Smooto has a prominent position with the Goodrich Rubber Tire Co., at Ak- ron, Ohio. Nina Weiland is employed at the Wool- worth Store. City. Anna Lou Hyde is attending Ohio State University. James M. Reid is attending Notre Dame University in Indiana. Mrs. Russell Groves (nee Florence N. Baugher) resides north-east of the city. Grace M. Beck is a teacher at the West Public School, City. 1914. Mary Etta Allen is in Chicago studying to be a trained nurse. Forest Kiger is attending Ohio State Un- iversity. Dorothy McClenaghan is teaching in a rural school east of town. Virginia Blackman is Principal of a school in Tuscarawas Co. Harold Beck is attending Ohio State Un- iversity. Howard Wilson is employed by the Bell Telephone Co., at Canton. O Gladys Jackson is teaching at Cedar Heights. Marjorie Mack is employed by the Kyle Manufacturing Co. City. Florence Hughes is attending Ohio Un- iversity, Athens. Ohio. 1915. Elizabeth Towt is attending Ohio State University. Helen Weiss is employed at McFee and Miller’s Dry Goods Store, City. Josephine Thomas is attending Ohio State University. Carol Condit is employed at C. VV. Wood- in and Co.. Dry Goods Store City. Ruth Hill is employed at Young’s Music Store. City. Marcillette Stukey is attending the Dana School of Music at Warren. Ohio. Dwight Deffenbaugh is attending Ohio State University. Mrs. Ben Shipley (nee Martha Rade- baugh) resides in Lancaster- Mrs. Charles Kilbarger (nee Helene Ul- tican) resides in Lancaster. Lloyd Thompson is taking a Post Grad- uate course at L. H. S. Orvil Blazer is attending Ohio State Un- iversity. Helen Gillespie is employed in the office of Dr. Heibert, dentist. Leila Saine is teaching in a rural school east of town. 34 MIRAGE 1916. Norton Outcalt is attending an Art School at Chicago. Harry Nourse is employed at the Mat- tox Clothing Store. City. Wilbur Wolfe is employed by the Bell Telephone Co.. City. Ralph Sieber is employed at the Flicker Clothing Store. City. Fawn Holland is attending Ohio State University. Neil Ameiult is employed at the H. V. Railroad Station- Ethel Young is teaching in a rural school near Colfax. Mary Beck is taking a Post Graduate course at L. H. S. Susan Mencer, now Mrs. Chester Conrad resides on N. Maple St. Leola Meeker is employed at the Wool- worth Store. City. Stanley Garrison is attending an Osteo- pathic college at Kirksville, Missouri. Edna Fisher is attending Ohio Universi- ty, Athens. Ohio. Hart Wilkinson is attending Ohio State University. Loy Kohler is attending Capital Univer- sity. Columbus. Ohio. Mrs. Floyd Rittgers (nee Myrtelle Rie- gel) is residing in the city. Mildred Brown is attending Ohio Univer- sity, Athens, Ohio. MIRAGE 35 Revenge. I’ve been calling this number for near- ly five minutes,” Billie Me Morris was heard to say. “What number?” called central. “Pm so irritated I’m almost tempted not to satisfy your feminine curiosity.” “Fall in”, thundered the Captain to his men who were resting on the river bank. Pat Regan—“Not me Cap. Oi’ can’t swim.” When you hear a man say “Life is but a dream”, tread on his corn and wake him up. Life is real. “Does your arm pain you. Derry?” asked “Steve.” “No, it doesn't pain me—Why?” “Oh! 1 just noticed it was out of place— that’s all.” Is this Adam’s house”, asked a stranger to a Bostonian. “Yes it’s Adam’s house till you get to the roof then its eaves”, replied the Bostonian. Nutty Knowledge. Before he invented the submarine. Simon Lake had to do a lot of deep thinking. New buildings are the only kinds being built in Columbus. A daily lunch counter patron went to a lunch counter the other day and ordered “beans.” While waiting for them he re- marked to the waiter—“I say, Charlie, are those doughnuts fresh?” “Dunno”, replied Charlie. “I’ve been here all day and they haven’t said a word yet.” Ralph Nourse—“I wish to ask a question about a tragedy. Miss Silbaugh—“Yes?” Dutch N.—“Well what is my English grade?” Aw, Gwan! Have you heard Miss Reasoner singing that popular Hawaiian ballad. “My Dicky Doo. My Hicky Woo.” “What’s the definition of flirtation?” Miss Soule asked. Doc Nourse—“Attention without inten- tion.” Irene Langwasser sniffling. Dick Ham- ilton eyeing her. “Irene, have you a handkerchief?” “Yes. Dick. But I’m sorry I can’t lend it to you—it’s dirty!” 36 MIRAGE Mr. Sutton—“Miss Courtright. will you please tell us how to make coal?” “Ede .—“Coal isn’t made, it’s mined! New Teacher— Who does this charac- ter represent? What is your name please?’’ Noel H.—“Destruction.” Ralph Brenner reciting in fourth Eng- lish :— “Ay me! I fondly dream Would thou were here! Miss Soule— How does division differ from multiplication?” Kenny I.— You turn it upside down. Miss Soule— You have the idea alright” What did she mean? Jonn. (as Sentry)— Who goes there? Willie—“A friend wid doughnuts. Johnny— Pass friend! Halt Dough- nuts! Florence S. reciting in English— From Florence Milton went to Rome ---So did Hal! Pauline— I think it should be looked into. Sarah W.—Coming in the door “What? Pauline— The Mirror. Why did Dr. Barr sell his Overland? “Cause he is going to get a Maxwell, of course. Some Echo!! Paul Spears coming in late in Physics. Mr. Flood:— Paul didn’t you hear the signal? Paul (innocently) No I didn’t hear it un- til five minutes after it rang ” Little Harold having climbed to the pin- acle of the roof of a very steep shed lost his footing and began to slide with terrifying swiftness toward that point where the roof swept gracefully off into space. Oh Lord save me! he prayed Oh Lord save me—never mind I’ve caught on a nail. Canvasser— Say. little boy, I’d like to see your mother—is she engaged? Little boy— Engaged? What cher giv- in ’us, she’s married! Some Physicist. Mr. Flood, in Physics:— Who was the first man to discover electricity, Albert? “Boo” Brenstuhl:—“Noah Flood— How So? Boo —“Well, when Noah got in the ark and took all the animals with him he made the ark heavy, and then when the ark land- ed and he took all the animals out he made the ark light, (arc light). Mr. Sutton, (In Chemistry):— Betty what is the most important thing you no- tice when water first begins to boil? Betty Click:— Oh! The bubbles, the lit- tle bubbles that rise to the top. (Weeping and gnashing of the teeth). Oh. shucks. 1 know, but really I couldn’t tell you. As It Sounded to Him. A teacher tells of a boy pupil who to the delight of all wrote one stanza of a Psalm of Life:— Liza Grape men Alby Mindus Weaken maka Liza Blime An’ departing Lee B Hindus Foothin Johnny Sands a time. Hugh Silbaugh (talking in his sleep af- ter Marietta)— Now Honorable Judges, law is law and if you don’t believe it ask Mr. Hickson. An apple a day will keep the doctor away , remarked the Bright One. Yes. and an onion a day will keep everybody away , said the Simple one. Editor of Mirage:— To lower the high cost of living, a clean- er on East Main Street displays this sign— Suits Cleaned and Pressed While You Wait For 50 cents. Get It? A ns:—No we never got the 50 cents. Did you ever hear of anybody who did? MIRAGE 37 What Made Me Famous. Minnie Ritter _____________ My “Jonny” Pats Pairan..................... My Fibs Don Hunter ................ My Affection Bill Shumaker ....... Trying to Act Cute Dotty Noles .................. My Slang Eleanor T. —------------- My Buggy Ride Dorothy G._______________________ Myself Lenox Nye................... My Dancing Helen McClain My Peroxide, a la Paint Bctcha! Father reading the paper— Ignorant people ask more questions than wise men can answer.” Senior— No wonder so many of u flunked in cur exams! I Wonder— If Mary were lost Would Donald Hunter? Sure Harry is dull But William’s (a) Wiseman! He gave her short measure— Not a ton (Aten). If Minnie were cold Would Bessie Baker? Harold Hoyman— Konnen ich habe ein Kuss?” Babe Cullumber — Nein” (Nine), Nein.” (Nine). Miss Reasoner to Noles— Give Agnes the Book-waiter.” I WE COVER THE CITY j ! CENTRAL DELIVERY CO. ; THE LYRIC The Home of Quality Movies Fox, World, Triangle, Selznick and Artcraft Productions � •� «I� '� -� '� ■ ♦ ♦ l l !� ■� ■§ � | ||| t|| t J � g “If Electrical and Good We Sell it” It is child’s play to clean your home with an Ohio Electric Suction Cleaner. The Ohio keeps your home clean, it saves worry and incon- venience. Call us on either phone and arrange for a dem- onstration in your own home. Sold with a GUARANTEE. Let us wire your home for electric service. We employ only a competent corps of electricians. Satisfaction and reliabil- ity assured. Such Service is truly the Policy of “The House of Electric Service” GORDON SUPPLY GO. 203 South Broad Street. Lancaster. O Worthy Work manship With two thousand of the most skilled tailors in the clothes industry Ed. V. Price Co. produce the finest tailored-to-order clothes on earth for the money. We’ll satisfy your every clothes requirement. The same ideas of quality for twenty-one years. Prices reasonable. Henry A. Langwasser 147 1-2 West Main St. Exclusive Local Dealer. Cleaning and Pressing. ♦ ♦ i ♦ ! ♦ + i i ♦T A DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT SHOE STORE 0 Different in that we give a customer exactly the kind of shoes he may require, excluding every other consideration. 0 “In this day and age of the world men and women are striving to make every dollar count. Our service in furnishing you with your footwear is distinctly personal and we aim to give you one hundred cents worth of value for every dollar you leave with us.” 0 The House of Kesinger has only one grade of footwear to sell—the best. 1 realize that you as an intelligent buyer want quality as well as style in the footwear you purchase. You want the best shoe you can buy at the lowest price for an equal service. In other words, a fair price and a square price. That’s yours here always. 0 Let me ask you to familiarize yourself with the reasons which have brought the House of Kesinger to be—Lancaster and Fairfield County’s Foremost Shoe Store.” THE HOUSE OF KESINGER The Foremost Shoe Store of Lancaster and Fairfield County. W. Main St. Lancaster O. + OUR JEWELRY is famous for its beauty, exclusiveness and durability. Call and See Us. You are always welcome at our store. AL. WENDEL Opposite Post Office. South Broad Street. ■ � ♦ KODAKS? Yes. Fountain Pens? Yes Fine Stationery? Yes. REED WALTERS + H. E. GILLESPIE (Formerly Outcnlt Jk Co.) Books, Stationery, School and Office Supplies. Wall Paper and Window Shades. Post Cards and Novelties. 112 W. Main St I • • • • • • • • . • • • • I • • • 1 • •••••� ••• - f GESLING PLUMBING CO. Sanitary Plumbing, Hot Water Heating Office and Salesroom. New Kirn Bldg:. Both Phones. Lancaster. Ohio. HIGHLAND FRICKER Ready-to-Wear Clothing Merchant Tailoring Haberdashers 133 West Main Street LANCASTER. OHIO. Let Us Emphasize •++♦« f YOUR STATIONERY Reveals your personality, ami is very im- portant to you. We call your attention to a new and up-to-date assortment of Raton Crane and Pike Stationery. WARD REESE Druggists Wo Sell FRANCKS WILLARD CANDIES ♦ • i i Hell phone 216. 119 W. Main St. the advantage of our fine and largo equip- ment. Our Tempting inducements , our good work—good goods and reasonable prices. BARR BECK RELIABLE OPTICIANS BE EYE-WISE AND SEE BECK. Graduate in Optometry Columbia Univer- sity New York City. Murtens Bldg. Comer Broad and Main Sts. � � � ■� !« � ■«■♦■� � � I� � � |l WE DO FIRST-CLASS REPAIRING PAINTING. TRIMMING. WOODWORK, VULCANIZING And Everything Pertaining to the Auto Business Exclusive Agents for the famous LANCASTER TIRES Made in Lancaster, Ohio. L. E. HUDDLE LANCASTER, OHIO. + Baby’s friends and your friends can buy anything you can give them—EXCEPT Your photograph. Make the appointment today. THOMPSON’S STUDIO. Main and Columbus Sts.—Rising Block—Second Floor. Phone 028. When ready for your Spring and Summer Outfit Call and Give Us a Look. PETER MILLER’S SONS 157 West Main Street. Lancaster. Ohio. +•« ♦ t ♦« L. E. EYMAN DRUGGIST Pure Drugs and Toilet Articles Post Cards and Magazines Prescriptions Carefully Compounded. Corner Main and Columbus Sts. LANCASTER. OHIO. I I • ♦ ♦ ♦ • • ♦ • • • ♦ ♦ i • ♦ • HIPPODROME THEATRE HOME OF PARAMOUNT PICTURES Quality Photo Plays Pallas Morosco Jesse L. Lasky and Famous Players. Make PARAMOUNT Paramount HIPPODROME—The only Theatre in the city showing the Paramount Pictures ♦ 4 t ♦ F. L. HEIBERT Dentist. Bell Phone 830. Over Gcrhur l Miller's Main Street Doctor—“Well how did you find yourself this morning? ' Patient—“Oh. I just opened my eyes and there I was.” Raymond Reef Fine Line of Cigars Cigarettes 147 West Main St. The Equitable Savings, Loan and Building Co. Incorporated July 8, 1890. ASSETS $180,000.00 Rooms 10 and 12 Martens Building LANCASTER. OHIO. The Winning Trio The Old Reliable Idan-Ha, the Nap- perville, and National Woolen Mills Made to Measure Suits $15 to $22 WM. LERCH, Mgl DRY CLEANING, PRESSING AND REPAIRING Bell Phone 80G. 122 North Broad St. Lancaster, Ohio 4 + • ECONOMICAL DESSERTS Did you ever realize that the cost of ingredients contained in the average home-made dessert exceeds the cost of the same number of liberal portions of Our Ice Cream, to say nothing of the needless worry and tiring work required in their preparation. U Use Us and We Will Serve You Well! THE HAMILTON PURE MILK ICE CREAM CO. Lancaster, Ohio — ► «•� ■� � .� � I � ■! Some of the Peculiar Advantages of C. C. U. A busy business atmosphere. Equipment as found in the business world— TYPEWRITERS—Roynl, Underwood. L. C. Smith, Remington, Monarch—your choice of the latest models! BURROUGHS STATEMENT AND ADDING MACHINE—ono of the most expensive and down-to-the-minute machines in Lancaster. MULTIGRAPH—Students in Shorthand Offico Training get out this work. A STUDENT'S BANK—fully equipped as such—even to a board of directors, from the student body. SIX WHOLESALE OFFICES—completely equipped to give actual experience to our bookkeepers. , ONE TEACHER TO EVERY 15 STUDENTS—assures individual help when you need it and excellent results in class work. THE SUPPORT OF LANCASTER BUSINESS MEN, who find our graduates CAN DO THEIR WORK. Eight calls for office help the past month. THE COLUMBIA COMMERCIAL UNIVERSITY LANCASTER, OHIO. We are in Session during the Summer. Beil Phone 42 ♦ ♦ Look Out! Its Coming! Watch For It! Boost It! Get It! What? “THE ANNUAL MIRAGE?’ L. H. S. MAY 29,1917. DAILY GAZETTE The Printers of Lancaster !