Lancaster High School - Mirage Yearbook (Lancaster, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 106 of the 1921 volume:

EAGLE JOB PRINT LANCASTER. OHIO Table of Contents. Pago Dodleaf on ......................................................... 4 High School........................................................ li Mr. Clements. Mr. lllokson......................................... r. Faculty ............................................................ 7 Senior Class..................................................... 8-22 , Class History................................................... 23-24 Class Prophecy.................................................. 25-2S Class Will...................................................... 29-30 Snap Shots................................................... 31-87-99 Junior Class.................................................... 32-33 Sophmores ...................................................... 34-35 Freshmen ....................................................... 36-37 School News..................................................... 38-39 Radio Science Club................................................. 40 Latin Class........................................................ 41 Athletics ......................................................... 42 Foot Hall....................................................... 43-45 Boys Junior Class B. B. Team....................................... 46 Girls Junior Class B. B. Team...................................... 47 Varsity Boys B. B. Games........................................ 48-52 O. U. Tournament................................................ 52-53 Vars’ty Girls B. B. Team........................................ 54-56 Field Meet 1920................................................. 57-59 Assembly Notes.................................................. 60-61 Mirage Staff....................................................... 62 (editorials .................................................... 63-64 Debating Teams..................................................... 65 Literary Society................................................ 66-68 Society ......................................................... 69 Orchestra Notes................................................. 70-71 Calendar ....................................................... 72-79 Dramatos ....................................................... 80-86 Joker .......................................................... S8-97 Boosting the Old High School....................................... 9S Story ............................................................ 100 (This Hook is Affectionately IWbtrateb to iflies Unmta (finrrison Shortly after the close of the school year. l!)l� -2«, we were shocked and grieved beyond measure by the sudden death of Miss Lorcna Garrison. In the morning of her life, when the sun was still far from the zenith, and the flush of a glorious summer rested upon the earth, the call came to her. and her gentle spirit left its mortul habitation. During the brief years that she had labored among us. she had won our ut- most esteem and confidence. She had brought to the service of teaching, a high degree of scholarship nnd professional training, and these in addition to her stori ng moral worth and splen- did natural ability, rendered her eminently successful in her work. True to her finer impulses and inspirations, she exemplified those virtues which characterize the highest type of womanhood and Christian leadership. With her. religion was never merely passive. To her. the countless garish allurements of the present day made no appeal. With stoic determination, she re- nounced many of the saner sweeter pleasures tli.it are a legitimate part of every young person’s life because •«he could not permit them to conflict In any way with the conscientious fulfillment of her duty. She was actively Interested in the welfare of Iter church and community and was ever ready to champion any just and worthy cause. Her filial devotion was one of her most prom nent traits of character and merited the admiration of all who know her “Type of the wise who s nr but never roam. True to the kindred points of heaven and home. in the class room she was more than an instructor—she was a power for good, an Influence that lives today and re-acts In the lives of her pupils. Among her « e-workers she was the cm lodiment of courtesy, friendliness and •■o-operatiou and she leaves with them the memory of delightful and helpful asso- •iation. With the passing of Miss Loretta Garrison, Lancaster High School has lost a progressive and highly efficient teacher, a valued counselor and a loyal friend. MR. CLEMENTS. DEAN M. HICKSON. Principal 1921-----------------------M I R A G K--------------------------7 THE FACULTY M I R A (i I. 1921 8 ♦� C«4 «0J-4 «C h4«C ::+::C :• + C :: + ::C 4 � 0 ”4 j:C «4 -0 -4 ’ C «4 «0«4«0«+ � S’pntnr (Elaea of 1921. u«4sO«4� 0«4� QafsO«4«OK4aOn4� |jK4«0a+K0a+a0a «0� 4a| a4aO :: MARGARET ACTON Margaret is so modert and nice; Always quiet, always precise. She is so good in all her classes, Thnt we're afrnid she will surpass us. MIESSE BAUMGARDNER Where h � • ve y o u been? the teacher asks. A downcast look from M lease. Then with his face quite blushing red He says. Out walking with Dorothy. GERALDINE WILDER She goes to school but never in a hurry. She has just one care but not one worry. She only wants the flowers to bloom, A n d be somebody’s wife quite soon. 1021 M I R A (i K-----------------------------------------------9 PAUL C. JEFFRIES Light of liiiir. tall or stature. Makes all the girls go Into rapture: But when he talks look how lie ratos Never a lemon—but. oh. the dates. ruth McClellan She talks all day. she talks all night And keeps on talking with all her might. GEORGE W. MARTIN From the country he comes to us This boy who never makes a fuss. But takes things ever as they come Without so much as calling them bum. HARRY HERDMAN How our Harry hates the women? Says he never wants a wife, But wants to live all by himself A quiet, lonely bache- lor’s life. DORICE TIDD This loyal lass with dark brown hair. Has never a trouble, never a care. Hut goes on living happy and free Ever wondering what her future «111 be. VERNE R. SILBAUGH Hail to the noble pres- ident. The president of our class. And when it comes to courting girls He couldn't be sur- passed. 1921 10 M 1 R A (i E WILLIS HYDE This Is the one whose name Is Hyde And Dot is always at his side. He’s the sport of sports I'd have you know I think that all would tell you so. VELDA SHERB1TRN She started here her Freshman year nd helped three years In work and fun; But then she left us for a time. At last she’s back —wo think it fine. FRANCIS MOCK Blinkey. funny Blinkcy Mock Your Jennie wonders where you walk. RALPH S. BECK Hang sorrow, care will kill a cat So therefore let's be merry. And lay for all the welcome mat To bring some winning fairy. NANCY ANDERSON Dark hair, dark eyes and a winning look. It's hard to tell which hoy she'll hook. JOSEPH ALTFATER There may be joy in giving. I find some joy in liv- ing There’s probably Joy in pleasing. But, oh! the Joy of teasing—the girls. 1921 M I R A G E---------------------------------11 ARTHUR MOWER Y This boy Is such an awful flirt. He’d smile al a pole if it wore a skirt. MARGARET MI ESSE This happy girl with dark brown hair With fun and Bob is always there. He likes her very much and so It’s Just as well that you all know. DWIGHT A I) MS Hail to our brown-eyed Dwigbtie The mischief making boy ; Adaline doesn’t think Him flighty. For he’s her laboratory Joy. MURBEL ROCKBUT I worry so much about my Gray I have to see her every day. THOMAS ALFRED The prince of boys. Who live on noise Who can't he still at all. Of all the folks. Who live on Jokes He takes the rubber ball. BERYL TUCKER Describe hint who can. An abridgement of all that is pleasant in man. 12 M I n A (i E------------------------1921 GLADYS MILLER Gladys is u quiet girl She never laughs out loud. But still to have her in our class. We all are mighty proud. PHILIP A. BAUMAN Small of stature but great in mind. A Jollier boy you sel- dom find. GLADYS E. RICKETTS This Is Gladys, quiet and meek. Who cornea to school some knowledge to seek. Her one d e s i r e's a teacher to be. It she has to work from one to three. KATHRYN PAIRAN Light hair, brown eyes. complexion clear To every one she is a dear. And that is why I spend my tifne Trying to make for her a rhyme. HARRY KENT Some-day I'll wake up and find myself fa- mous. And then they'll all be ravingly jealous. ELEANOR WALSH RADEBAUGH Drink to me only with thine eyes, And I will be in Para- dise. 1921 M I R A (i k 13 GOLDIE MOREM ART This is the girl who d's likes the boys. I guess It's because they make so much poise. Though she's not so quiet, herself you know It's only at times that she seems so. FRED WALTERS I profess not talking, only this Let each one do his best. JENNIE WAITS Although her given name is Jennie She's not in love with a boy named Benny; But rather Blinkey is her choice He comes at the faint- est call of her voire. SADA BELLE GRIMM Snda is a 1 w ays so happy and gay And has her lessons every day. She loves her books and never cuts classes For she is the prompt- est of all our lasses. ROYALL ADAMS Koyall sure knows how to spoon. Is skilled in science of the moon. Clara thinks that he's just tine And often asks him down to dine. CLARA MONTAIGNE Earnest efforts w i u their own rewards So keep on Clara and you’ll get ours. Won’t she Royall? M I R A (i E — 1921 LENA M. ARMSTRONG Good actions crown themselves with last ing hays Who well deserves needs not another's praise. HAROLD L. WILLIS Here’s three loud cheers for Curly. You never find hint surly. And he is such an all- around guy No wonder for him we give this loud cry. EDYTHE GRIMM Edythe is a quiet girl. And generous with her smile. The teachers never scold her For’� she’s busy all the while. ELIZABETH S. SWINNKKTON This is the girl whose name is Swlnnie And she has admirers in plenty. She came from Eng- land some time ago. From her do humor and knowledge flow. CARL OCHS Sure Carl's good look- ing and full of fun. And loves to go fish- ing. It was on fish that he bug un But is now for ladies wishing— DOROTHY PICKERING Quiet, loving, true and sweet. A girl you could be proud to meet. M I R A (i !• 1921 15 FLORENCE ACTON She Is the jolliest. hap- piest. sweetest That � ver could be found; She chats and laughs and sings. When Herbie is around VINCENT P. BLACK Dlackie is a clever guy. Filled to the brim with mirth. Very pleasing to the eye. And more than this he’s worth. DOROTHY MATTOX Dot. although a very good scholar Has lots of time with boys to bother. At making people laugh she's fine. For she giggles, gig- gles all the time GENENA METTY Happy ant I. from care I’m free. Why aren't they all contented like me? HOMER MOORE Margaret's pride. Mar- garet’s Joy. This happy, go-lucky carefree boy. MARY MARK WOOD Mary is her name. Single in her station. Happy are the boys Who give ner their at- tention. 1( -------------------------------------M I R A (i 1921 ESTHER R1TOH To her friends she is just Pat Jolly, happy and gay. She never worr le s about this or that Put she alwavs has l.er way DONALD C MILLER He was not n the roll of common man The gods but walked where this boy ran. LUCILF MARKS This Lucile pretty and fair. She has a friend most everywhere. But Willie. Willie her clarinet boy Seems to be her great- est joy. JAMES It. BAUMGARDNER He is a star from Su- gartown. Known by the name of Jocko. A merry fellow to have around And pet of all the girls —Oh. GERTRUDE BECK For telling jokes in class, by heck We hand our flowers to Gertrude Beck. Nuf sed. MARION COLEMAN One hour a day for study Two hours in which to eat. One hour to think how tired 1 an� And twenty hours to sleep. 1 D‘21 m i n a r. e 17 OENGVIEVK E. TODHUNTEtt A typist very rare is she No other stands beside her, She helps sometimes in the office. In the absence of Miss Snyder. THOMAS J. WRIGHT Tommy 's (juite lull. And Tommy will not fight But of this we are quite sure He’ll always be a Wright. A DA LINE PARK She studies at night and goes to school by day But still finds time for folly and play. No one like her has yet been seta. Just look at her, site’s a gem serene. LA VERA TRIMMER Stylit.h in dress, 'n everything With love for every Joy She’s really like a fairy queen And when she dances, Oh boy! ALBERT L. DARLING s modest as a blush- ing maid. And on the farm lie’s always stayed. ELEANOR ANTILL The very house cor. she was in Seemed warm from roof to cellar. IS M I R A ft E-----------------------1921 CHARLES WALTER SECOY This l'ght haired youth with features fair Prefers a maid with dark brown hair For his dimples the Kiris all wish And are ready to feed him his favorite dish MERCEDES EISELE Everybody calls her Shrimp. Because she is so small But you bet we're glad to see her Standing in the hall. ROY YODER Me was a scholar and a good one. Very wise, fair spoken and peminding. ALICE ROSE CARR Alice is a vtudent rare No other with her can compare. And in her music she's Just right She works and works with all her might. CARL F. SHONTINfl Light hair, blue eyes and h g knowledge bump. That just fits Carl fine But wait till you see his famous broad jump. And you won't feel like tryin'. HAZEL OWENS One of the best of scholars. That could by chance be met; And we predict that some day Sne’ll capture Tiny in her net. 1921 ELISABETH HA US She is pretty to walk with And witty to talk with And pleasant too. to think on. JOHN BOYER Johnny. Johnny. John- ny jump up. Some day ho may make us lookup. MABEL SPYHEY Mabel fs a pretty girl. With huir so light and features fine, She nevere sighs or never frown � . But smiles at Jinunie all the time. HELEN MOODY 'Tis true her hair is slightly red Hut what of fiat I say She surely can play basket hall And talk from day to day. WILLIS E. WOLFE This stylish boy with manners bold Is Just a wonder to be- hold. For him we one bright future plan Though clothes do not always make the man. GENEVIEVE SCHNEIDER Tins is quiet Genevieve Schnc.der We hud to look twice before we spied her; She is one of our finest lasses And takes some inter- est in all her classes 1921 A NX ETTA BURDEN’ Sha was—but word would fail to tell thee what. Think what a woman should ho, she was that. CHARLES E. BAUMGARDNER Ashes to ashes. Dust to dust. ''ore's to i'ne follow Wi all can trust. DEBORAH SUTTON She ceased; hut left so pleasing on their ear Her voice, that listen- ing still they seem- ed to hear. ENA TRUEMAN DANIEL R. MABEL BEOUOHKR Althcuph h e r family name I? Trueman Be not surprised that she’s a woman. For we all know there's naught in a name Consult o 1 d Shakes- peare. the man of fame. HOFFMAN. Jr. And that rem'nis me don’t you know? Our funny pages are not slow. He sifts the stuff to get the “chaff So we can have a hearty laugh. Che'0, such a quiet lit- tle girl. But then you know— Oh well— From � he timid oyster oft comes the best pearl And so you never can tell. 1921 •MIRAC E - 21 MARIE ELIZABETH CROOK Her voice was ever gen He. soft and low An excellent thing in woman. LEE CLARK Tall, with not much to ay II . can he seen most any day Walking slowly down the street Carefully placing his elegant feet. OLIVE EDWARDS She smiled and all the world was gay. Sh° laughed and work turned into play. MARIAN BEERY Here's to the girl with hair of jet. Liked by everyone you bet; Hut there was one fine Junior lad Who most of her favor seemed to have. ROBERT E. ABBOTT A football stnr of great renown. Who'll make the gnlns on every down ESTHERLEE SHENKER An. me! these men. They worry me so. 1 hardly know which way to go. 22 — M I R A G E 1921 KATHERINE BRENNER This is the lass whose name is Brenner Her one desire is to be thinner. She's cheerful, happy and always gay. And certainly has a winning way. RODRIC H ALDERMAN Rodric is a bashful lad. But what of that I say; For when In football togs he's clad You ought to see him play. RUTH E. WALKER Of manners gentle, of affection mild On the roll of our class we find her filed. CHARLES BONNER This noble youth is Bonner One whom the ladies adore. When he isn't out with one girl He’s out with three or four. 1921 MIRA G E--------23 ni______________________________________________in Class FMstory « « m nr m m Days may come and days may go. But we shall stop the 9th of June. Four years ago 135 green children en- tered Lancaster’s secondary halls of knowl- edge; then, began the history of the class of '21. The second day of school found a large numner of us having our “ups and downs that was when the KIND (?) up- perclassmen paid their compliments by boosting us with number nine shoes. The reason these compliments were so belated was because Father Hickson had kept tea close an eye on the boosting commit- tee” on the opening day. We had been in school but a short time when wo saw all the Seniors stepping to one side of tho hull, and allowing our beloved classmate Kathryn Brenner to pass; this was our first victory over our superiors and for this brave deed, we gave Katherine the name of POWERFUL KATRINKA. However we were not a bit surprised when Charles Baumgardner was given the name of Daddy Long Legs and to help Char- Lc” out we named Phillie Bauman as his running mate. After running about the halls like loose sheep for two months. Miss Perfect came to the rescue and infused some REAL spirit into us. Then came our first meeting, at which time we decided to raise some money and buy a Liberty Bond. To do so we en- gaged Mr. Ball, the opera singer, and In the fulfillment of his engagement we were remunerated by the sum of one hundred dollars. This was converted Into a Liberty Bend and given the Board of Education as a Memorial from our Class. By this deed we won the whole hearted confidence and respect of both the faculty and upperclass- men. and when the year came to a close, we were allowed the privilege of celebrat- ing with a picnic nt Crystal Springs. Next we were Sophomores and just like hard-boiled eggs; couldn’t be beaten. We adopted as our motto: Do unto others as o, hers have done unto you so we took the leading part in the initiation of the larger number of the incoming, who were to fill our places as Freshmen. We also noticed that some of our classmates had forgotten their way back to school, while ethers felt the need of certain subjects for another year: consequently our number was decreased to one hundred and ten. Not long after our Sophomore year open- ed the call of football was given and our class responded in such numbers as to have half the number of the squad. The varsity boys’ basketball team was made entirely of Sophomores while we placed three mem- bers on the girls’ squad the same season. Aside from these facts we had the majority of the musicians in the Orchestra nnd were well represented in the Literary Society. Carl Ochs piloted the class this year and nothing was left undone. We again cele- brated at Crystal Springs and when vaca- tion days had come we felt that we had surely set a good example for the rest of the school. Then we were Juniors. To pry the lid off. Verne Silbaugh was elected president and Miss Drinkle class advisor. We chose olive green and white as our claa� colors; we never did know just why we chose them, but Vincent Black stated that the Green was to serve as a reminder of our Freshie days, while the White stood for the clean spirit of our class. School had been in session but a few days when we saw a six foot Mt. Vernon product walking through our halls, and everyone gazing as if they saw Jack Demp- sey or some other great prize fighter, but we soon learned that his name was Harry Herdman. and we promptly called him Tiny. Then again, all the boys wanted to know who the good looking Miss was who joined our class, and after consider- able questioning learned to their satisfac- 24 M I R A C. E tion that her name was Geraldine Wilder. We called her Jerry” for short. Our Junior motto was “pep and our usual percentage of athletes predominated in the varsity sports. Aside from SCHOOL spirit, class competitions ran high, and in fighting for class basketball championship our Junior boys were made class cham- pions. Then came Field Day. the biggest of all events ever held by the school. Our class athletes took the lead from the first event and were never conquered throughout the entire contest and as a reward received a twelve inch trophy cup given by the Hoy Scouts. One of the many class functions of the year was held at Pleasanlville; a trip long to be remembered. The class almost mo- nopolized the small picture theatre, which was featuring Charlie Chaplin, and before the show was over there were so many Charlie Chaplins that the entire popula- tion of the village was set in commotion. It was in this season, that our play. The Toastmaster was presented, and for its striking success, we won many merits in the dramatic circles. We cannot close our Junior year without saying a few words about our chemistry teacher. Coach Jones. He was the pride of all chemistry students and when it came to helping Dot Mattox and Lucile Marks make perfume, he was right there —? This memorable year was stamped out by a picnic at Buckeye Lake. As Seniors we took our stand. 88 of us having withstood all the fire that was thrust upon us for three years. To start the ball rolling. Verne Silbaugh was re- elected president, and Miss Aten was 1021 swarded the honror of class advisor. As In our former years, almost our usual number of athletes appeared on the varsity athletic programs. We were not given a chance to uphold our name when the class baskeball tournament was held as all the students holding a letter for athletics were barred; this hampered both our girls' and boys teams, however, we made a creditable showing. Our class play It Pays to Advertise” proved our dramatic ability and for its rousing success, we received much praise. Then came one of the greatest varsity basketball seasons the school has ever known, the girls' team which traveled through their program, with but one de- feat. had three of our members on it; while the boys’ team with three Seniors on it carried off all the honors, at the Ohio University tournament, thereby receiving a fourteen Inch trophy cup—the only one ever won by any L. H. S. basketball team. The L. H. S. debating teams which were coached by Miss Aten, also won in our own triangle, from Galllpolis High and John Hancock. Marietta challenged both our teams and there we lost. We are proud to mention that seven of our classmates were on these teams. We as a class hope that we shall receive a bid to the triple wedding of six of our classmates, four of whom worked so dili- gently together in the physics laboratory; and the other inseparables, who were usually found together in the Public Speaking classes. It would not be alto- gether fitting and proper to mention any names, as it might spoil their plans. CHARLES BONNER. 1921 M I R A G E-----------------------25 li « � 1 i ii — it—■ tr — r 1 r 1 «• .«1 4 - y .«� o «� • 1 Class prophecy � « Hi «� «� • • « lii Like Aeneas. I nm a wanderer, and have many strange experiences. I have friends among the fairies, goblins and ghosts. One day I said to Titania, the fairy queen. “Your Majesty. I should like to see my high school classmates again, but they arc scattered far and wide and 1 don't know where to find them. Can’t you help me? Titania was silent for a time, then she smiled and answered. Yes. I can. But you must do exactly as 1 tell you. I read- ily agreed and she went on. I will help you provided you do not speak to any of the people whom you may meet, for that would spoil the charm of the spell. I will envelope you in an invisible mist. You can see. but cannot be seen. And 1 will give you this little wand, which will guide you, and you will see each one, know where he is and what he Is doing. As she spoke she drew a mist from a dew-drop, tossed it about me and handed me the little wand. Now, go. she said, and I hope you will have a pleasant journey. 1 thanked her and set out. Soon I found myself able to move with ease. I looked below me and saw the ocean, then a vast expanse of land. I felt warm breezes blowing about me and I saw a tiny speck below me ami my wand mov- ed, cautioning me to stop. I did. and It be- gan to drop. I started downward and found the most beautiful tropical island. Every- thing was lovely in It. I thot Why, this must be the long-lost Garden of Eden. and as I moved over it I saw that my sur- mise was correct. 1 heard voices and looked about to sec who was there. A man and a girl slowly came into view. It was growing dark and it was hard for me to see them. They came nearer and I saw it was Dwight Adams and Adeline Park. Dwight was saying Now that we arc married, dear— I couldn't catch the rest but I knew I had found the Adams in the garden, at eve. They were happy. seemingly, and I went away. Next I paused above an opera house and my w'and moved. I started downward and heard the sound of applause. I entered the opera house and soon a man came out on the stage and sang When You and I wore Young Maggie. and from the gen- eral conversation I learned that Joe Alt- fater had become a wonderful vocalist, and. at each performance, sang that piece in memory of his long-lost Margaret Av- ion. who had broken her engagement to him to become a school teacher in the Lai Kui Islands. I was over a city and decided to visit some of the business places. I found Nan- cy Anderson. Kathryn Palran and Esther Rugh in one building, sitting at typewrit- ers, 1 located Genevieve Tcdhunter in an- other big business house and a typewriter was humming under her skillful fingers, also found a place on one door saying. Marie Elizabeth CYook. Optometrist. and on another Katherine Brenner. At- torney-at-Law. I paused over a church and heard the people singing. I went down and into the room and when the minister catne forward I was surprised to find that 1 knew him. It was Verne Sll- baugh. our former class president, in a surplice, and he spoke in a very Impres- sive manner. 1 looked at the choir to see If I knew any one. There I found Homer Moore and Roy Yoder. They sang a duet that morning, entitled. As the Heart Panteth and before it was finished tears were runumg down everyone’s cheeks. I went out of the church and saw a fine limousine running slowly, driven by a liveried chauffeur. Attracted by it I fol- lowed. It drew up to the door of a splen- did mansion in the best part of the city. The door of the limousine opened, a man stepped out and walked up the stone steps of the house. I knew at once that it was Daniel Hoffman, oil king, who was so 26 wealthy that he could roll in gold, if he wished to do so. After I left the city I passed over fertile valleys and green meadows. I saw a farm house, n barn and fat stocks of all kinds. 1 wondered who owned this and suddenly I saw a farmer at the barn. I went closer and saw it was Carl Ochs lit had never married, but remained a real bachelor and seemed happy in his life of single-bles- sedness. I decided to go west and see if I could find anyone I knew. In Salt Luke City I found Mabel Spybcy Baumgardner singing in the Mormon choir and at home she sang to little Jim. while her devoted spouse. Jim. Sr., played the saxophone ac- companiment. In San Francisco I found Vincent Black was an artist and was selling hundreds of pictures every year. In another picture capacity Mary Markwood was there, too. She was with the Golden Gate Film Co., and hud become “The Nation's Sweet- heart.” a second Mary Plckford. In the Redwood forests of Californa 1 saw a little cabin, and tried for three days to discover who lived in it. Finally 1 succeeded. It was Paul Jeffries who had become a hermit, as well as a poet, and was quite wealthy. In Santa Fe I found Gertrude Beck ar- dently pursuing her vocation which was Chautauqua work. At that time she was working with two chautauquas. On the Montana prairies I found Phil Bauman “rounding tip” cattle and he cer- tainly was a real cowboy. I watched him “rope and hog tie” three bucking bron- choes. saw him throw his hat high and give three wild, true Western Yells! I learned that he didn't own the ranch on which he worked, but. the owner was Donald Miller, former musician. By this time I had surveyed the west, so 1 went back east to Louisiana. There I found Willie Hyde dealing in sugar cane and teaching French to the Creoles. Ruth Walker was in New Orleans teaching the negro women how to vote. I crossed the river to Mississippi and the first person I saw was Eleanor Radebaugh. In over- hearing a conversation between Eleanor and a young man named Thomas Alfred. I learned that they were soon to be married, and Tommy had been trying to invent a mechanical flsh larger than a whale. He 1921 had gone to the Mississippi river to try his experiment and there had found Eleanor. I went to Alabama and found Harry Kent and Beryl Tucker were Baptist min- isters and had established schools for ne- gro children. They had cultivated their voices and sang lullabies to the chil- dren. there In in the southern moonlight. This was a very interesting scene. I thot that ministers were the only folk I’d find In that climate but I went to Georgia, and In Macon I found Willis Wolfe, our ac- complished clarinetist and his lovely wife, formerly Miss Lucile Marks. They were an Ideal couple. In the swamps of Florida I located Charles Bauingurdner and Carl Shouting on a scientific tour. They were collecting tropical birds, flowers, geological speci- mens nnd snakes. Charles was a prof, of geology nnd Carl prof, of biology in a Flor- ida college and they spent their spare time collecting specimens for class work. ! went north from Florida. In South Carolina I heard a great shouting and went to earth to see what was the matter. Some women. I learned had organized a No Men Association. and were trying to drive the men from the state. There were live leaders In this movement and they were Margaret Mi esse. Esther Shenker. Olive Edwards. Jennie Waits and Edith Grimm live members of the class of '21. In Tennessee I went to Lookout Ml., und derided to rest on the mountain. I alight- ed near a young woman who was sitting on the grass rending a book on “Progress and Prosperity. She was plainly dressed and wore horn-rimmed spectacles and a high collar and her hair was very plainly dressed. I thot she looked familiar to me but I dared not speak to her. When sho rose to go. however, a card fell from her book. Sh« did not notice it and I looked at It. It bore these words “Deborah Sut- ton. A. B. A. M.. ph. D. When I left the mountain I flew for some distance without stopping. When I did go to earth It was in a city, which I learned was New York. Here there was much talk about a now and very important chemical discovery that had Just been made by a rising young chemist. It would revolutionize the world’s knowledge of science, medical men declared and would abolish almost all kinds of pain. I was not much surprised to learn that the discov- —M I R A G E 1921 -------------------------- ercr's name was Royall Adams. 1 found that Mercedes Eisele was also In New York. She was playing In Zicg- field's Follies and was becoming quite pop- ular and prominent. New York held yet another of our grad- uates. Goldie Morehart was a state sen- ator from New York. From New York City I went to Massa- chusetts. In Boston, to my surprise, I found Elizabeth Hans. She was giving illustrated lectures on The Evils of Candy and Chewing Gum. But I was astonished when I learned that La Vera Trimmer had become presi- dent of Wellealy college, not far from Bos- ton. 1 went to Connecticut and heard that Elizabeth Swlnnerton was living there and was the champion swimmer of the world. By a close margin, she had defeated Alice Bose Carr, who decided after she was de- feated to go in for racing. Her favorite car could not be used, so she designed one and had it manufactured for her special use and with this car. she won the cham- pionship for racing. I went on to Vermont and located Lee Clark. He was teaching artistic dancing and becoming quite wealthy. In Portland. Maine. Arthur Mowery and Francis Mock were partners in a big tlsh- ing establishment. I wanted to go abroad so I decided to start immediately As I was crossing the ocean I paused above an ocean liner. I heard merry voices so I went down and discovered that I knew some of the people on the boat. Marian Beery was on her way to Russia to play her fiddle to the Bolsheviki. Gladys Ricketts was on her way to China to learn the Chinese lan- gauage. and to teach the Chinese women how to hemstitch their children's woolen clothes. Ralph Beck was going to Eng- land to learn to drink tea and Harry Herdman was on his way to Turkey to see if he couldn't have a harem like the Sultan's. After I reached Europe I heard that two young Americans had discovered that the North pole had not really h� en reach- ed by Peary and they would start for It the next day. Rumor gave their names as John Boyer and Miesse Baumgardner. in Italy Hazel Owens and Annetta Bur- den were quarreling hotly about whether Caesar crossed the Rubicon in the morn- 27 ing or in the afternoon. Sada Belle Grimm was in Sicily learn- ing the gentle art or Sicilian hair dress- ing. and In France I found our girl artist. Dorothy Pickering, who was very widely known. Then I went to Asia. In India I saw Florence Acton and Geraldine Wilder. They were studying magic. Lena Arm- strong was in India, too. I found her the proud possessor of an elephant farm and she had trained about one thousand ele- phants for circuses. In Japan I found Genevieve Schneider interpreting Japanese to two small French noodles who were unable to understand the language themselves. From Japan I hurried to Africa. When at last I hovered over Africa my wand wavered and finally moved downward. As 1 got nearer the earth I saw that I would alight in the terrible African Jungles. I stopped on a troe top and tried to see signs of human life and at last I saw in the distance a small tent. I went nearer and. to my astonishment, saw two men lying on the ground near It. Their skins w’ere very tanned, but I could discern their features and found it to be Harold Willis and George Martin. And I learned from their conversation that they were exploring that part of Africa. In Egypt t found Murbel Bochert mar- ried to an Egyptian princess and appar- ently they were very happy. On the hot sands of the Sahara I saw a caravan mov- ing. I went closer and saw it was led by Charles Bonner, seated on the largest camel of all. He had become very weal- thy through trading in Africa and was engaged in trading at that time. In Argentina 1 learned that Eleanor living alone with the exception of her cats. dogs, parrots, one screech owl. a kangaroo and a bird of paradise. She had taught the kangaroo to fox-trot and he did It quite gracefully. In the Fiji Islands I found Ruth Mc- Clelland and Helen Moody civilizing the natives. Ruth was missionary and Helen sang evangelistic songs in her melodious voice. From Africa I went to South America, and in Brazil Fred Walter was organizing a Society for the Prevention of Taming Wild Animals. Fred’s colleague was Thomas Wright. They declared that since M I R A (i E 28 wild animals were wild they should re- main wild by the divine law of nature. In Argentina I learned that Eleanor Aniill had become the wife of a wealthy merchant and was wearing a diamond as large as a lima bean on each finger. I went north from Argentine till I reach- ed Panama. Albert Darling was running boats on the Panama Canal and had in vented a contrivance to keep boats from rocking. Walter Secoy was in Costa Itica and had acquired his wealth by means of photography and that year he was taking the pictures of every Senior High school class In Costa Rica. Roderic Halderman was also in Cen- tral America and held the championship for prize fighting in that country. In Mexico I found three members of our class of 21. Mabel Beougher was practic- ing elocution in the Mexican language. Robert Abbott was seeking the seven pots of gold that George Washington burled there immediately after the Revolution- ary war and Gladys Miller was giving singing lessons to the young Mexicans who called her “Voice of America” and some 1921 thot she represented our Goddess of Lib- erty. I was tired of foreign nations by this time and decided to return to the State� and visit our national capital at Wash- ington. It happened to he inauguration day and I was attracted to the earth by a large crowd of people who listened atten- tively to what seemed to me a familiar voice. I hurried to see who the speaker might he and learned that the first woman president of the United Stales that day went Into office. I went nearer to the woman speaking and to my amazement dis- covered that it was our own Dorice Tidd. So astonished was I that I drifted away front the crowd and back to the Fairy Queen, “I have found them all. They are happy and well situated. Now take away my disguise.” 1 begged her. This was her answer, “You have found them and you will tell the world what they are doing. You will travel much to do this. Now go. and spread the fame of your classmates.” So. like Aeneas. I still wander, telling of our class of 21. CLARA MONTAIGNE. M 1 R A G E . 11)21 M 1 R A G E ---29 Class CCIUI •«MB « lx D(BB ll)(Mi 0 The Will of lhe Glass of Nineteen Twenty-one. (With due apologies to Shakespeare) If you have tears prepare to shed them now. You all did know these seniors. You re- member Mow studious, how angelic they seemed. Ah. now you weep, and 1 perceive you feel The dint of sorrow. Look you here; Mark well our passing from those stately halls. But here’s a parchment with our seal upon it. Encircled round with Olive Green and White. My aim Is not to give you perfect Eng- lish— We an not orators as Aten is,-- But, as you know, we are a worthy class. We love our fellow students and we be- queath our all. This, your inheritance, do guard and honor well. For you are wise and honorable. This is the will and under '21 3 seal; To every underclassman we bequeath Our steps, worn dusty by our weary feet. As to and fro from class to class we rush; Moreover we have left you all these halls And teachers too. and all our private haunts About the building: we have left them to you And to your heirs forever; common pleas- ures To walk about and recreate yourselves. Tc our worthy underclassmen we also leave Our standard English, punctuation, and philosophy. And to the Juniors. Bauman’s theatrical ability To be used by them in future productions. And Juniors, do guide you well the future Of the Sheriff's daughter that when she becomes of age She may be worthy of our fellow student Moore And willingly. Wo as a class desire to leave Such personal effects as one brown derby To be held by Junior Edward Veidt Till death doth him desire. Look you here Juniors, the Big Four. Silhaugh. Jeffries. Tidd. and Mark wood. Bequeath to you the leadership of a Senior Class We bequeath also Bonner’s wit (it’s ne’er been equal) And Royal 1’h brilliant scientific mind Tc Coach McClure. May he well deserve them. After much thought and consideration I). Mattox bequeaths her giggles to the Sophomore girls; A weighty care upon their youthful mind. Good friends, sweet friends, let us stir you up To such a spirit of ambition. That you will again defeat Athens next year. To the wee. small Freshmen their stately size Magnanimously doth Wilder. C. Baumgard- ner, Brenner and Elsie bequeath. — 1921 M 1 R A G E 30 We leave Hoffman’s foolish questions To these Freshmen, for 'tig known by all That by inquiry is great knowledge gain- ed. Our Beck leaves her choice of words To you. Freshmen. Hhy. meek and demure; For you have neither wit. nor words, nor worth. Action, nor utterance nor power of speech Worthy of Sophomores. And to the underclassmen we leave our captaincy, Our prowess in the game of basketball; And may you cherish the cup for which we strove With might and main, ‘gainst many odds and won. Flower of our genius, our debaters.— Judge. Oh ye Gods, how bitterly we fought Marietta— This was the most unkindest cut of all. The rest of us our modesty nnd meekness leave. Our dignity. Inherent grace and sterling worth. And above all. we order ourselves as in- dividuals to pay One large debt of gratitude to all those Who made possible our advanced educa- tion. This is our will, oh people But 21 is no more. Oh setting sun. As in thy red rays thou did’st sink tonight So with the dusk the Seniors' day is set. Our memory remains; our day is done. HARRY HERDMAN. M I R A (i E The Juniors Three years ago. we the class of 1922. arrived before the portals of L. II. S. Our arrival had evidentaliy been anticipated as our friends the upper classmen escorted ttie boys through a long double line of young masculine giants who gave us sev- eral forceful suggestions, after which we ail felt that no one had a kick coming. We then met Mr. Hickson and became a part of the great machine namely L. II. S. That winter we won the Inter-class boys basketball championship and contributed several of the varsity teams. Then came spring and close on its heels vacation and a trip to Crystal Springs. The next September u great majority of us returned, anxious to be called Sopho- mores. We organized and our girls won the basketball championship and followed later by a similar victory In baseball. Dur- ing that year we had many enjoyable par- ties and ended it by a trip to Buckeye Lake. We entered our third year with vim and vigor by living up to our motto: Be buck- ward in nothing, onward and upward.” and electing the following officers: President.................Stanley Pratt Vice President............Donald Rockey Sect clary.............Henrietta Dickson 'i reasurer...........George Urenneman Sergeant at Arms..........Robert Gould Class Advisor.............Miss Amerine who have surely proved their worth. This year we have had several delight- ful social affairs and both boys’ and girls’ basketball teams have won the silver cups which were then presented to the school. Our play. “Nothing But The Truth. was a huge success and it is said that it was one of 'he best ever given at L. H. S. Our class has been well represented in every eport; we have striven to help our school in every possible manner and have been rewarded bv a banner presented us in the ticket selling contest. As a whole we are well satisfied with our Junior year and have great prospects for the time when wo shall he addressed as Seniors. JACK FURNISS. 1921 1921 M I R A G E — The Sophomores Oli! Where? Oh! Who are the Sophomores? Listen and you shall hear. For I will try to relate, so far Their L. H. S. career. First we organized our large class and chose the following officers to guide us through this noted year: President..................Hubert Huddle Vice President...................Porothy Putnam Secretary......................Frederick Hummel Treasurer......................Genevieve Miller Advisor........................Miss Neff Flower...............................Red Carnation Colors..................Scarlet and Gray Since our organization we have held many rousing meetings at which every one has 9hown lots of pep. Our first entrance into society was our notable Weiner Roast held on Flat Rocks. All the Sophomores partook of this pleas- ure and altho a few got lost they all had a fine time. About the last of January, sixty Sopho- mores assembled in the Gym for a spread, a committee of girls prepared the eats in the Lab. and after they were served, all the Sophomores and chaperones enjoyed a social time in the Gym. Among the plays listed in L. H. S. is “Miss Molly” presented by the Sophomore Class. This play was a grand success and the entire cast was exceptionally good. A large part of the success is due to Miss Neff who directed the players in their re- spective parts. Since our Freshman year this class has been represented in all High School affairs. It has made a fine showing in Football, and especially Basketball, both boys and girls. The class is looking forward to a suc- cessful Junior year and hoping that they may be among the best classes of old L. H. S. ESTHER HEWETSON. 1921 MIRA G F. 37 The Freshmen “Fresh!©� just Freshies , tl� at‘8 what wo art However wo are proud to be just that and no more. We are the class of '24. Of course we are the youngest and most awkward class In the school but some day we will he the oldest and most graceful. Then we can look down on the Freshles and remember when we were In the same boat. Being a Freshman is not the worst thing in the world. We have three whole years ahead of us. A very bright future especi- ally ap It is in L. H. S. We have a splendid class organization. Our officers are — President...........................Orval Smith Vice President.......Ralph Westenbarger Secretary ......................... Mabel Hummel Treasurer.................. William Acton Class Advisor..........Miss Cunningham Class Colors..............Orange and Blue Class Flower.....................Sunburst Rose Wo have had several meetings since our organization which shows that we have lots of class spirit. Wo have tried and will continue to try to live up to our motto B2 plus XL. THELMA M. LITTRELL. 38 M I R A G E-------------------------1921 School ]Vevps Our New Teachers When we started back to school in the Fall, we were met with quite u few strange faces among the faculty, and as we are always anxious to know those into whose hands we resign our lives for the coming year, we at once proceeded to become ac- puainted with them. First our eyes were drawn to a face, seemingly not so unfamiliar as the others, and a last we recognized her as Miss Eliza- beth Towt. a former student of I,. H. S.. who had come back to the school, not as a pupil, but as an instructress. She told us she was going to try to teach the Sopho- mores English. By her side stood quite an attractive young lady, whom we learned was Miss Neff, who would teach French and Span- ish. We immediately had a great desire to learn one of those foreign languages. We were then attracted by three men. rather small in stature but mighty In pur- pose and ambition, as we were soon to learn. They were none other than our now well known Mr. Hartman. teacher of Phy- sic; Mr. Potts, teacher of Chemistry and Mr. McClure, who several years before had been a teacher in L. II. S.. and now was to teach General Science and to be coach of all athletics. We were then introduced to Miss Laura VonGerichten, who would teach Algebra and Physical Geography; Miss Hoffhines. teacher of Business Knglish and Typewrit- ing. and also Miss Baily, Art instructress. After several weeks of school another new teacher came into our midst. Mrs. Jessie Pickering, who tenches Latin. Eng- lish and Civics. Quite u lot of new people to get ac- quainted with, wasn’t it? But we all seem like old friends now and we hope that none will never cause us the pain of parting. At the beginning of the second semester another new teacher came into our midst. Yet she was not a stranger either, for she was a former graduate of L. H. S.. Miss Lillian Cunningham, teacher of Ancient History. She also has charge of the ath- letics of the city schools and she has proved herself very capable. Hiker’s Club. The Hiker’s Club of L. H. S. was or- ganized in February. 1 ! 21. The object of the club Is for the social and physical bet- terment of i;s members. Officers are as follows; President.............................Mary Kerns Vice President......................Donald Lehew Secretary..............Margaret Smelters P ageant at Arms.............Robert Gould The club takes one or more hikes every week, ranging from eight to sixteen miles in length. There are forty-six members enrolled and the supervisors are Miss Amer- ine and Mr. Paul Aten. X. Y. Z. Circle. Latin Club. 1921 M I R A G E 39 The X. Y. Z. Circle is still in existence and is doing much to further mathematics in Lancaster High School. Under the lead- ership of Miss Soule a general good time, as well as matematical knowledge, has been enjoyed by all of the members. One of the special features of the year was a social meeting held at the home of Lois White. Officers of the Circle are: President...........................Daniel Hoffman Vice President...................Henrietta Dickson Secretary-Treasurer........Alice Hose Carr Radio Science Club. The Radio Science Club was organized at L. H. S. in the fall of 1920. under the direction of Prof. K. E. Zartmen. Physics instructor, for the purpose of the study of wireless and other scientific subjects. The club meets every two weeks with the fol- lowing officers in charge: President...................Koyall Adams Vice President..............Benson Smith Secretary and Treasurer.. .Jack Furniss Sergeant at Arms........George Bren noma n Advisor.....................K. E. Zartman The second year of the Latin Club has been very prosperous. Much interest has been shown at ull the meetings, and the purpose, which is to make a study of Ro- man Life and History, has been followed closely and all members have gained a ; real deal from it. To create a greater interest, a social time is enjoyed after each meeting, when games are played and refreshments served. The officers of the club for this year were: President...........Daniel Hoffman, Jr. Vice President..........Alice Rose Carr Secretary-Treasurer........Luc lie Marks Adviser....................Miss Amerine The following is one of the most inter- esting of the many programs given by the members of the club: A Roman House..............Helen Deeds A Myth..............Miesse Baumgardner Life of Augustus...........Mabel Spybey Debate— Resolved: That Catiline Should Have Been Put to Death. Affirmative—Clare Montaigne. Benson Smith. Negative—Paul Jeffries. Miesse Baum- gardner. ic RADIO SCIENCE CLUB CM L TIN CLASS 12 M I R A G E------------------------1921 + � 0 + � 0 + KO:: + ::OJ: + 5:0:: + 5:0:: + 0« + J:a5J + -:0« + ::0!:+::0 2:+ 0 «4 � 0 � « Hthlctics Q :; + ::Q::4� ::0:: 4� ;; Q:: + ;;Q :;4:: 0 Q:t4� KQ!;«i«:t Q::«{.}? Qk� ;� ::Q «4.;{ Qn Coach McClure Mr. McClure halls from Wooster. Ohio. He Is a graduate of Ohio State University, and a follower of all sports. It was fortu- nate indeed that the Hoard of Education secured his services as he is all any school could wish as a coah. This congenial man had charge of L. H. S. athletics In 1917. and made a commendable record for him self. He then entered the services of Uncle Sam where he remained until the close of the war. To ('each McClure goes the laurels for turning out two successful athletic teams; namely, football and basketball. The school Is also greatly indebted to Mack ' for the management of the team at the Athen’s Tournament for It was his athletic ability that did much to bring home the cup. lie is liked by everybody in the school, and it Is hoped that he will be with us next year. FOOTBALL SCHEDULE. L. H. S. Opp. Acrjuinas at Lancaster............. 0 7 South High at Lancaster............ 0 1G Zanesville High at Zanesville... . 0 25 Athens High at Athens.............. 0 24 C. Winchester at Lancaster......... 7 7 Logan High at Lancaster............14 7 Crooksville High at Lancaster. . .25 0 14 Football Season Our season opened with eight letter men back on the squad and owing to the efforts of our coach there was much new material out which greatly helped. Most of the teams we played this year outweighed us. This was however, a very successful sea- son. Acquinas Game. L. H. S Acquinas 0 7 The season opened rather satisfactorily when Lancaster played the heavy Acquinas team. This team was much heavier than our team, but our team fought hard and held them to the low score of 7-0. The lone touchdown was made in the first quarter by Acquinas on a fumble on L. H. S. 40 yard line. This came as a result of a wet bnll and prevented our passing as well. The whole game was played on a slippery field which gave the advantage to Ac- quinas which outweighed us twenty pounds to the man. The South High Game. L. H. S. S. H. S. 0 16 This was without doubt the hardest fought game of the season. South High has been in the habit for the last couple of years of taking us off for about a 50-0 score. However, this year every player gave his best to the school and South High with a much heavier team was held to the low score of 16-0. The last touchdowns did not come till the last quarter and up to the last minute Lancaster fought hard. The Zanesville Game. L. H. S Z. H. S. 0 25 This game was played at Zanesville on the hottest day of the season, a bad day for football Lancaster was on the 5 or 10 yard line of Zanesville many times but could get no closer. When we made our lone touchdown the referee suddenly no- ticed we were back-clipping and discount- ed it. It was really an off day for Lan- caster. r The Athens Game. L. H. S. A. H. S. 0 24 In this game Lancaster outplayed Ath- ens in straight football, but Athens com- — 1921 pleted many forward passes in the first half which accounted for the score. How- ever. in the second half Lancaster learned A then's game and there were no more suc- cessful forward passes completed. Lancas- ter was not entirely outplayed, however. Our team was on the 6 inch line of Athens once but failed to score. Athens made many replacements while we kept our original lineup. We came the closest to Athens line that any team had approached this year. All but three of Athens’ points were made the first hnlf. The game was hard fought throughout. Canal Winchester Game. L .H. S. C. W. H. S. 7 7 This was the closest game of the whole year, the two teams were well balanced and both teams fought hard. I ancaster’s goal was made in the second quarter, but Winchester made a come back and scored with a touchdown and goal in the last half, which tied the score and the game closed with Lancaster well in Winchester’s territory. Winchester had the heaviest lineup they have had in years this season. The Logan Game. L. H. S. Logan H. S. 14 7 This game at start looked bad for Lan- caster as Logan made deep inroads into Lancaster’s territory but our team got the old fight spirit and made a touchdown in thp second quarter and kicked goal. I ogan then made a great comeback, much to the aurprlBf of everyone and scored in the third quarter, tleing the score. Lancaster started again scoring in the last quarter with about three minutes to play and kicked goal successfully. The Crooksville Game. L. H. S. C. H. S. 25 0 This game was the one runaway of the seison and was a surprise to everybody on account of the change in the lineup which made our line much lighter. However, af- ter holding Lancaster’s team to a single touchdown in the first quarter Crooks- ville’s defense crumbled and Lancaster made three more before the final whistle blew. In addition to the big score there were only five minute quarters in the last M I 1 A G K 1921 M I R A 0 E half which gave the advantage to Crooks- vllle However Crookaville died hard” as they had a good back field and if their line had been as good as their backfield they would have given Lancaster a better fight PAUL C. JEFFRIES. Charles Bonner. Business Manager. The success of the team this year must be shared with Bonner as It was he who booked all of the good game� and looked after us financially. He is valued highly as he has had experience for several sea- sons. He will be greatly missed as he graduates this year. Maurice (Chappie) Chappius, R. H. This was “Chappie's first year with the squad but after he got going he was found to be of unlimited value to the team. He played halfback and without doubt is one of the speediest in this section of the coun- try. He will be with us next year. Emmitt (Whitey) Clark. R. H. This was Whitey’s first year with the team but not his first at football, which he proved very satisfactorily to all. Un- fortunately he was severely injured the first of the season and was not able to play the remainder. This was unfortunate for the team as well, as he proved to be of great value in the first few games. Stanley (Stan) Pratt, Q. B. “Stan was our quarterback this year and played so good he was elected to the captaincy for next season. When Stan” got away with the ball you usually could count on something happening to the dis- credit of the opposing team. We hope Stan will have a blue ribbon” team next year and are certain that he will do his part toward that end. Clarence (Red) Pickering. L. T. It was seldom that nny good play got around Red. He could usually be de- pended upon to open a hole in the best stone wall that was put infront of him. 45 He was a hard tackier and seldom missed his man. “Red” will be with us next year. Robert (Bob) Schriner. C. Bob was a new man this year but he worked hard and had the fight spirit with the result that he soon had his share of the games. He played center and made a good one. Bob will be with the team next year. Leon Wolford, R. E. Wolford played end most of this season and he made good. He was steady and fast and always a good fighter. He was a hard tackier and wasn’t afraid to try his luck. He will be with us next year. Edward (Eddie) Veidt, L. H. Eddie started the season as end. where he made more than good. Then he was taken from this position and placed in the backfield. where he kept things humming. One feature of Eddie’s” ability as a play- er is that he was faithful in practicing. We expect great things of Eddie next year as he is a Junior. Otto Althouser, F. B. Here was a man who worked hard the whole season and when his chance came he took it and made good. This was his second year, so he was equipped for ser- vice. He is an excellent line plunger and hard to stop. We are glad to have him with us one more year. Paul (Jeff) Jeffries. G. This was Jeff’s first experience with football. He is ail any school could wish as a player; being faithful to practice and a good trainer. To his ability fell the task of holding a position as guard and at no time was he lax in his duty. To the school’s loss Jeff” graduates this year. The school is greatly indebted to the underclassmen. These boys are showing their spirit and promis-� to be good players for the coming reasons. They worked hard and faithfully all season and are to be commended for their accomplishments. — 1921 JUNIOR ri ASS n. B TEAM 18 M I R A G E Class Games After several days of hard practice the class basketball games opened Monday af- ternoon Nov. 29. Much interest was man- ifested in these games because every person having won an L In previous years was barred from these contests. The first game was played between the Freshmen and Sophomore girls and boys, with the Fresh- men girls and Sophomore boys winning. When the time came for the second game to be played. Nov. 30. the class spirit had rapidly developed as these games were to be played by the Senior vs. Junior girls and boys. They ended by the Junior girls and the Senior boys being victorious. — 1921 The losers of these four games played on the third night. Dec. 1. with the Junior boys and the Sophomore girls winning. The fourth set of contests of the series was played. Dec. 2. by the winners of the first two games. The Senior hoys and Freshmen girls being the winners. By the time the final games were ready to be played, the class spirit had been so aroused that all the teams felt like they were ready to battle any team. These were played by the Junior vs. Sophomore girls and Senior vs. Junior boys. Much to the disappointment of the Seniors, the Juniors won both girls' and boys’ games, thus winning the cups. This meant that the winning class was to become the per- manent possessor of the girls cup. + ill________________________________ill_ � • « ♦ «� « � « •� « � ii n - i | Varsity Games | - M - — - —— --—i r 1 r 1 ir—■ ir n � i i1 t 171 nr Bov’s Basketball Schedule. Dec. 17—L. H. S.. 24; Westerville. 7. Dec. 23—L. H. S.. 31; South High. IS. Jan. 7—L. H. S., 17; Newark. 37. Jan. 14—L. H. S. 11; Stivers Hi. 62. Jan. 21 L. H. S.. 32; Clrcleville 12. Jan. 28—L. H. S.. 13; Cambridge. 35. Feb 4- L. H. S.. 8; Athens. 16. Feb. 11—L H. S.. 19; Mt. Vernon. 20. Feb. 12—L. H. S.. 32; Liberty Union. 11. Feb. 17—L. H. S.. 8; Newark 10. Feb. 25—Athens Tournament—L. H. S.. 22; Glenford. 11. L. H. S.. 16; Shawnee. 8. L. H. S.. 15; (’anal Winchester. 9. L. H. S . 18; Athens. 16. Mar. 11—L. H. S.. 25; Zanesville. 17. Mar. 4—Delaware Tournament—L. H. S.. 2S; I ronton. 8. L. H. S.. 12; Crooks- ville. 18. Mar. 19—L. H. S.. 8; Alumnae. 16. Total—L. H. S., 339 points; Opponents. 329 points. 1021 M I R Boys’ Basketball Lancaster High’s basketball season Of 1920-21 opened with but four letter men bark in school. The class games, however, soon proved that we had nothing to fear in regard to lack of material. Coach Mc- Clure's call for volunteers was well answer- ed when nearly thirty players appeared to try out for the squad. The first game wag played on the Arm- ory floor with Westerville when the pur- ple and gold easily won by a score of 24-7. The next game, that of South High of Co- lumbus, left Lancaster with two victories to her credit, the score being 31-16. It may also be mentioned here that this was the first time for five years that South High had met defeat at the hands of Lancaster Hi. The third game was played at Newark where because of the small floor the Lan caster five were beaten by a 17 to 37 score. Jan. 21 on the Armory floor the purple and gold quintet easily won from Cireleville to the tune of 32-12. No one was worried as to the outcome at any time during the game, the score being 26 to 3 at the end of the half. Then the second squad finished the game with flying colors. No one acquainted with the playing rec- ord of Stivers Hi of Dayton will be surpris- ed to learn that they won over L. H. S. on Stivers’ floor by the score of 62 to 11. This score does not discredit the Lancaster five when the fact is considered that Stivers has won the state championship for three consecutive years. The uneven score how- ever. did not rob the game of interest, and it was a hard fought game to the finish. L. H. S. was again defeated by the fast Cambridge five at Cambridge. At the end of the first half the score stood 16 to 10 with Cambridge leading. The winning team was in the lead throughout the game we being on the short end of a 13-35 score when the final whistle sounded. The following week the squad played at Athens and were beaten in a whirlwind game by the famous Athens team, which team at that time claimed the champion- ship of Ohio and had won 20 consecutive games. The gome ended in a defeat for L. H. S. of 16-8. The fourth home game was played on the Armory floor against our old rival, Mt. Vernon. This game was said to be one A G E---------------------------------------49 of the fastest games ever played on a local floor and basketball enthusiasm reached its highest notch in this game. The score vibrated from our favor to that of our op- ponent's until the last few minutes when the locals led pretty consistently by one or two points Then with the purple and gold leading the Mt. Vernon five by one point, the heartbreaker came. Five sec- onds before the gun cracked. McBroom. a sub-guard for the northern quintet, shot a field goal that put Mt. Vernon on the long end of a 20-19 score. This lead could not be overcome in the short time left. The following Saturday evening the squad went to Baltimore to play the Lib- erty Cnion team. Our team disposed of this game without any difficulty, the sec- ond squad playing nearly all the last half and ending with a score of 32-11. The game with Newark was played on the Armory floor on Jan. 7. In order that the visiting team could catch an early car back to Columbus, the boys' game preced- ed that of the girls' and owing to the slip- pery condition of the floor, from the side- lines the game appeared slow. Neither team wns able to play to a very good ad- vantage and many fouls were committed, tho they were mostly unavoidable. The lo- cals were unable to score in the first half while the opposing team dropped in two fouls. In the final period Newark regis- tered 10 points while the purple and gold scored 8. and since the time had been cut to 15 minute halves. Lancaster was unable to overcome the lead. Again the Armory was the battlefield for the fight for supremacy between two life-long rivals. L. H. S. and Zanesville Hi. The game was a fast one from start to finish, and was anybody’s game until the final whistle sounded. The Zanesville team expected to win without any trouble as it had played n hard season with very few losses. The purple and gold quintet began the scoring and by their fast passing and a formidable defense held their opponents to a very low score in the first half of the game. In the last period, by the brand of basketball that had seriously defeated Cambridge and Newark, the Zanesville five registered 17 points. But Coach McClure’s engine of war was hitting on all five and could not be stopped. When the closing whistle sounded the score stood L. H. S. 25, Zanesville 17. : n MIRA G E------1921 VARSITY' n. n. TEAM 1021 m i n a c e Delaware Tournament. On March 4-5. the basketball leant rep- resentei Lancaster High In tin Ohio tour- nament held annually at Oh o Wesleyan University. De aware. Ohio. The first game was played with fronton and L H. S. had little difficulty in winning althu they were matched with a fast team. By careful guarding and lightning passes the Ptirp'e and Gold registered 2.S points, while the Ironton squad were scoring 8. At 10:30 following the Ironton gam Lancaster Hi met CrnoksviHe. This team was very heavy us well as fast, having been defeated by one point when playing Athens High. Before Lancaster could score, the frooksvllle bunch had a lead of II points. But after calling time out and after a little encouragement, the local quintet rallied and brought their score up to six, but seemed to lose ground again while the opponents gained. A second desperate effort was made which netted the team four more points, but the b ad was too great and the purple and gold went down in defeat, brnvely fighting. Alumnae Game. This game, tho it has been an annual cccurance for many years, has never aroused the interest that was shown this year, possibly because the old stars of L. H S. saw that they had an opportunity of betting the champs of Southern Ohio. At any rate the Alumnae team consisted of live of the best players among the gradu- ates of i ancaiter High, namely Hackle Abbott, Bill Wolfe. Walter Plinke, Charles Veidt. and Dwight Dilger. In spite of the difference in weight of th two teams, the game was a fast and furi- ous one. Thai the McCluremen never gave up. regardless of the score, is shown oy the fact that they scored two points in the last minute of play altho they were defeated by the somewhat uneven score of 18 to 8. INDIVIDUAL SKETCHES OF THE BASKET BALL TEAM BOYS Charles Bonner. Charles Bonner. Captain of the team, and playing a forward position, was ont of the muin stays of the team. Faithful in training and in loyalty to his team- -----51 mutes he was an ideal player after which to pattern His four years experience. - upled with a cool head, an excellent eye. both at basket and foul shooting, and an Unconquerable determination to win. help- el to turn many defeats Into victories. Junes Baumgardner. I’m. p’aying u forward position ac run- ning mute to Bonner, developed more than . nv other individual on the squad. To Jim goes the credit cf doing the ur.ex- re ted at the right time. He was an er.- «client shot, u fine floor worker and a ver- itable “thief in getting possession of Die ball. Hairy Herdman. Harry, or better known as Tiny. will always remain in the minds of tbosj who WLtched his work as one of the best cen- ters who ever wore the purple and gold, uniform. Playing the pivot position he seldom met his superior at the toss-up. Early in the season lie was placed as the center man on the live man defense and proved himself a tower of strength at this position Stanley Pratt To appreciate Stan one must see him In action. Quick to act and possessing a wonderful speed of hand and foot hi makes an ideal loose guard. The wonder- ful fighting spirit which he displayed in a'l of his play is the kind that makes a successful team. We will have the pleas- ure of seeing Stan work another season. Edward Veidt. To Ed was given the hard task of playing a stationary guard position which lie did in excellent style. It would be hard to imagine the team without him Rather del berate in action anti always cure of himself he was to he found at the right place at the right time. He also has another season with us. Otto Althauser Clarence Pickering Leon Wolfcrd Paul Primrose. Duo to the extremely close scores which ••haractcrlxed the games this season, es- pecially those played at home, there was little chance to make many substitutions. However, when substitutions were neces- — 1921 M I R A G E r 2 sary these players were always ready to answer the call. All are under class men this year and they will certainly be heard from next year. Don Rockey. Desiring to take some part In Athletics. tv n took over the managers Job for bas- ketball. Most oi his efforts were devoted to publicity, and the large attendance at the basket nail games is a credit to his ability. A Word from the Coach. If there was one thing more than any other which contributed to the success of the basketbnll teams this year it was the splendid attitude and spirit shown by the members of the two squads. Neither live boys nor six girls can make a winning team and due credit should be given those who wrere not fortunate enough to get to play in the games, but who put the regulars in shape by play- ing against them in practice. A coach could not ask for better materi- al or better co-operutinn than was given this year and it has been with keen pleas- ure that I worked with the players. O O. U. Tournament On Thursday. Feb. 24. Coach McClure and his squad Journeyed to Athens for the annual tournament of Southeastern Ohio. Thursday evening the drawings were made and Lancaster drew a bye, which meant that they would not participate in the first elimination, but were scheduled to play Ulenford in the second round at 2:30 Fri- day afternoon. This game was won by Lancaster without much difficulty, but the local team seemed to lack ,,pep and did little more than merely win, the score be- 1921 ing 22 to 11. Saturday morning the homo quintet seemed to do better when they beat Shawnee by a 16 to 8 score, but still re- marks were heard to the effect that Lan- caster would not go any further than semi- finals as they were booked to meet Canal Winchester In the afternoon and the latter bad been going strong, having won easily from Aquinas High of Columbus. But the purple and gold squad came back stronger than ever and crowded out Winchester in a whirlwind game by a 15 to 9 score, there- by gaining admission to the finals. In the meantime Athens High had been winning too and played themselves into the finals by beating McConnelsville in the semi-finals. Then came the finals. Long before the referee’s whistle sounded every seat in the Gym was taken and all avail- able standing room occupied by a crowd numbering more than 2,000. At 8:00 o'clock the teams appeared and worked out slowly and every man on the floor had a look of determination on his face to give the best he had for his school. At 8:14 Don Hamilton blew his whistle and the great battle began. Capt. Wise scored the first goal after about two minutes of play. In the first half the McCluremen played more or less of a defensive game until they could get their bearings and start their scoring machine. The half ended with A. H. S. leading 8 to 7. In the first few min- utes of the last half the Athens quintet 53 effected a rush which gave them a lead of three points. But the purple and gold soon slopped this und did a little scoring on their own account, bringing their score up to 18. Then with a lead of two points, the Lancaster men settled down to surer pass- ing and kept the ball in their possession until the final gun announced them cham- pions of Southeastern Ohio. The loss was a shock to many loyal Athenians and tears were in evidence on all sides Then Acting President Chubb made a short speech and presented the team with a beautiful silver loving cup and the Individual members with minature gold basketballs. Captain Bonner responded for Lancaster High and thanked the Athens people, the team and Ohio University for the courteous manner in which his team had been treated. Line- up: L. H. S. A. H. S. Bonner If..........................Batten. If. Baumgardner, rf................Wise. r. f. Herdman. c.....................Barnes, c. Pratt, rg......................Sharp, rg. Veldt, lg........................Bolen, Ig Goals—Bonner 2, Veidt 1. Baumgardner 3, Barnes 2. Wise 3 Fouls—Bonner 6 out of 9, Wise 2 out of 7. Referee—Hamilton. Timers—Kye and J. Silbaugh. m i r a (i r-: VARSITY B. B. TEAM wl o n 1921 1921 M I R A G E------------------------55 Girls Basketball Basketball Season’s Schedule. Dec. 17—L. H. S.. 10; Westerville. 6. Jan. 21 — L. H. S.. 12; Clrclevllle. 5. Jan. 28—L. H. S.. 19; Crooksvllle. 4. Feb. 11—L. H. S., 18; Mt. Vernon. 3. Feb. 17 L H. S., 12; Col. Office Tr.. 14. Feb. 25—L. H. S.. 24; . S. S. D.. 14. Mar. 11— L. H. S. 34; Ashvllle. 10. Mar. 19. L. H. S.. 11; Alumnae. 0. Season in Brief. The girls' basketball team of L. H. S. has had a most successful season this year. The untiring efforts of our coach, the good co- operation of the members of the team and last but far from least the faithful work of the subs were the means of showing the people of Lancaster and our opposing teams that the girls of old L. H. S. are still to be considered in the athletic field. The team was defeated only once, but the athletic fans do not count this a real defeat as we outplayed our opponents by far and were defeated because of the un- fairness of the referee, the opponents' lady coach. The first game of the season was played on the Armory floor with Westerville. Much enthusiasm was evident throughout the game and Lancaster won by the score of 10-6. The second game the Lancaster girls met Clrclevllle and again scored a victory for old Lancaster Hi. On Jan. 2S our girls journeyed to Crooks- ville to play the Crooksvllle High School girls. Lancaster people did not have the opportunity of seeing the game, but it was soft picking for the local sextette as they rambled home with the long end of a 19-4 score. Another game also staged on the Armory floor was the Columbus Office Training School against L. H. S. Our girls played rings around the visitors during the first half but in the last half the Lady Coach of the Columbus team refereed and thru her unfairness the score at the end of the second half stood 14-12 against us. The Ash ville game was another runaway for the local girls for they easily won with the score of 34-10. The Lancaster team also played the O. S. S. D. of Columbus, at Columbus and al- though the score was against us at the end of the half our girls went in with a vim the last half, winning with a score of 24-14. This is a very favorable showing and the L. H. S. team can be mighty proud of their record. Circleville at Lancaster. Jan. 21. 1921. The local girls played the Clrclevllle High girls on the Armory floor. The game was a very fast and exciting one as our girls were preparing for a hard fight, while the Circleville team came over with the pep and the vim to win. By the end of the first half our girls were leading by 5 to 3. and at the request of the Circleville team the rules of the game were changed to a form of modified boys' rules. When the time out whistle was sounded our girls were in the lead by the score of 13 to 5. which showed they were too much for their opponents, although they had defeated our team the year previous. Lineup: Lancaster Circleville Plckoring-W’IWer. If.........Robinson. If. Dickson, rf.....................Moore, rf. Haus, lc........................Stout. 1c. Wilson-Shinkle, rc............Imler, rc. Brenner, lg.......................lieu. lg. Moody, rg........................ Bell. rf. Field goals -Dickson 5, Pickering 1. Robinson 1. Foul goals—Pickering 1, Robinson 2. Moore 1. Referee—Hineman of Ohio State Uni- versity. Umpire—Kotzebue. Times of halves -15 minutes. Mt. Vemcn at Lancaster. Feb. 11, 1921. The girls’ team had another chance to show the Lancaster fans that they were still left to be defeated. This game was well patronized as it was played on the Armory floor. At the end of the first half the local girls obtained a 10 to 0 lead and they ran up the score 16 to 0 before Mt. Vernon registered. The game was featur- ed by the wonderful defense work of the guards and the basket shooting of the for- — 1921 ofi---------------------------------M I R wards. The game ended on the long score of 18 to 3. Lineup: Lancaster Ml. Vernon Dickson, rf...............Fairchilds, rf. Wilder-Pickering. If.......Salisbury. If. Haus, lc........................Bell. 1c. Wilson-Plinke. rc............Hanson, rc. Brenner-Eld wards, rg...........Hess. rg. Moody, lg.....................Conley, lg. Field goals—Wilder 3. Dickson 5. Kan so m 1. Foul goals—Salisbury 1. Referee Pieffer. Umpire—Kotzebue Time- Eight minute quarters. INDIVIDUAL SKETCHES GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Katherine Brenner. One can not imagine a better Captain or a better guard than Katherine. Faithful in attendance at practice, having three years' previous experience and possessing an abundance of basketball knowledge, she was the ideal player to captain the team during the post most successful sea- son. Helen Moody. To Helen goes the credit of being the speediest floor worker on the team. Her speed coupled with a splendid fighting spirit made Helen the logical guard to work with Captain Brenner. Elizabeth Haus. Gifted with all the physical attributes A ( i F of a good basketball player and taking a keen pleasure in playing. Elizabeth played a game that delighted the eyes of all who saw her work. She never met her equal at the toss-up and her Interception of oppon- ent's passes and the return of the ball to her forwards was a big factor in the sea- con's victories. Henrietta Dickson. Henrietta, playing a forward position, was the biggest scorer for the purple and gold team. She was an excellent shot from the floor, was very hard to guard and above all she was a hard worker both at practice and in the games. Her average of over six baskets to the game is proof of her wonderful shooting ability. Harriet Wilder. Harriet showed her ability as a player in the annual class games and when given a chance on the regular team she improved rapidly. Harriet is a good shot and a clever passer and floor worker. Alice Wilson. Alice's regular position is guard, but she was shifted to the running center position and made good. No one was ever more de- termined to win than Alice. We are glad to note that Alice will be with us three more years. Mary Margaret Pickering. Edna Shinkle. To these two girls go the credit of being able to play any place on the team except jumping center. When called upon to play they always did their best. Both are Fresh men and will bo with us three more years. 1921 M I R A (. E------------------------- field JVIcct 1920 This was Lancaster’s debut In this form of athletics and proved to be a great suc- cess. The Boy Scouts very generously present- ed a silver loving cup to the class winning the highest number of points, while the Rotary Club presented a medal to the boy and the girl who secured the greatest num- ber of points as individuals. The entire student body assembled on the Fair Grounds early in the morning. The first event was the running hop. step and jump; after which came the pole vault; shot-put; running high jump; dis- cus throw; standing high jump; standing hop. step and Jump; baseball throw; run- ning broad jump; mile and half mile runs; also relay races and various dashes. Arnold Jenkinson. of the class of '20. was the individual star of the day. and registered 34 points out of 46. the total number of points won by his class. His accomplishment earned for him the Gold Medal offered by the Rotary Club. James Baumgardner ranked second among the boys with a total of 19 points. To Catherine Nolder the class of 22 Is indebted for 2$% of their 71% points. She also won the Gold Medal offered by the Rotarians. Grace Merman stood second among the girls with 16% points. But to the class of ’21 goes the honor of winning the silver loving cup. This class had a total of 96 % points. Just 25 more than any one of their opponents. Excellent team work combined with class spirit and an abundance of fine ma- terial from which to build was the cause of ’21 8 high record. CROWNING OF MAY QUEEN. Perhaps the most beautiful spectacle ever witnessed in Lancaster was the crowning of the May Queen. Miss Mabel Grimm, which opened the afternoon pro- gram The coronation was preceded by a triumphal procession. Mounted heralds impersonated by Misses Sophiemae Book- waiter and Mildred Anderson announced the great advent. The Queen’s attendants were Mary Louise Clements. Edward Mat- tox and Harry Thomas, followed by the maids of honor Misses Mary Oberdorfer (’20). Geraldine Wilder (’21). Marie Ack- er (’22) and Catherine Creaglow (’23). Twenty-four girls from each of the four High School Classes participated in the May Pole dances. The ribbons suspended from each pole represented the Class Col- ors of each respective class. GIRL'S BASEBALL. The closing event of the day was a base- bull game between the Junior (’21) and Sophomore C22) girls. The Sophomores won by a score of 34-25. making them the girl champions of the school. BOYS' RECORDS MADE. Running Hop.Step and Jump- James Baumgardner. ’21—36 ft. 11 in. Pole Vault— Arnold Jenkinson. ’20—S ft. 4 in. Shot Put (13%) Lbs. Roy Fetters. 20—32 ft. 1 In. Running High Jump— Arnold Jenkinson. ’20—5 ft. 1 in. Discus Throw— Arnold Jenkinson, ’20—79 ft 6 in. Standing High Jump— Arnold Jenkinson. ‘20—4 ft. 4 in. Marion Coleman. ’21—4 ft. 4 in. Standing Hop. Step and Jump— Arnold Jenkinson. ’20—25 ft. 10 in. FIELD DAY MEET 1921 M I R A G E-------------------------59 Baseball Throw— Verne Silbaugh. 21—239 ft. 3 In. Running Broad Jump— Arnold Jenklnson. '20—15 ft. 11 In. Standing Broad Jump— James Baumgardner. '21—8 ft. 5 in. Mile Run— Raymond Strohl, '22—5 min. 35 4 sec. 100 Yard Dash— Maurice C’happius. '23—10 1-5 sec. 4 40 Yard Dash— Carl Shunting. '21 1 min. 3 sec. 220 Yard Dash — Maurica Chapplus. '23—27 1-5 sec. Half Mile Run— Carl Shunting. '21—2 min. 22 3-5 sec. Mile Relay— Class. '21—4 min. 14 4-5 sec. GIRLS’ RECORDS. Standing Broad Jump— Geraldine Wilder. '21—6ft. 7 in. Running High Jump— Katherine Xolder. '22—3 ft. 10 in. Elizabeth Haus. '21—3 ft. 10 in. Baseball Throw— Helen Moody, '21—139 ft. 44 0 Yard Dash— Katherine Xolder. '22—1 min. 16 2-5 sec. , 220 Yard Dash— Catherine Xolder. '22—34 sec. 50 Yard Dash— Grace Herman. '22—7 4-5 sec. 25 Yard Dash— Katherine Xolder. ”22—5 sec. 100 Yard Dash— Katherine Xolder. '22—14 sec. Half Mile Run— Helen Moody. ’21—14 3-5 sec. Half Mile Relay Class. '22—21 1-5 sec. — 1921 60 M I R A G E ¥ ASSEMBLY SEPT. 15. 1920. We did not have much of a chapel pro- gram this morning. It was merely a “welcome back.” After Mr. Hickson read the 23rd, 24th and 2T� th Psalms, we sang the national hymn and then went back to our lessons. ASSEMBLY. SEPT. 30. 1920. A very good program was presented to us this morning when we assembled In the auditorium for Chapel services. After singing a few songs, the L H. S. Orchestra played several selections and then Rever- end White of the First Church of Christ spoke to us on the interesting subject. Following Caesar.” We feel greatly in- debted to Rev. White for giving us this splendid talk. ASSEMBLY. OCT. 20. 1920. The Mirage Staff had charge of the chapel program this morning and we learned a great deal that we never knew about the Mirage before. The program was excellent and was as follows: Introduction.....................Miss Amerine Editorial Problems.....Gertrude Beck Financial View Point...Charles Bonner Summary of Work Done Before....... .......................Mary Kerns ASSEMBLY. NOV. 10. 1920. We have all agreed that the best pro- gram of the year—eofar—was presented this morning when Miss Aten had charge and the participants for holding our at- tention so well and for so long a time and we thank them all for the following pro- gram: Vocal Solo— When the Shadows Fall” .....................Mabel Spyby Reading— Behind the Curtain”...... .....................Mildred Hay Vocal Solo and Encores. .Maurice Wheaton Talk—Business Psychology.. Robert Gould Talk—Customs of Chinese. .Gertrude Beck Violin Solo....................Philip Bauman Talk—Dangerous Places...Jaul Jeffries Music...............Alfred Syncopators ASSEMBLY. JAN. 6. The main attraction on this day’s Assem- bly was a very interesting as well as amus- ing address by Mr. Goldberg of Witten- burg College. He kept his audience in a roar of laughter the whole time. The talk was very instructive as well as full of good advice. ASSEMBLY. JAN. 12. Dr. Faulkoner was with us to-day and kept us in laughter all the time. However, along with this there was delivered a very excellent address We hope to hear from him sometime again. The talk he deliver- ed was liked by all as It was not dry and besides It had some very good truths in it. ASSEMBLY. JAN. 19. Mrs. Pickering wns in charge of this chapel program, which proved to be one of the most interesting of the year. Marian Beery favored us with a violin solo. Ixiis White gave a reading, and Deborah Sutton sang. We were sorry It didn't last longer, however, what there was of it was very good. FEBRUARY 28. We had a special Assembly this morn- ing and were called together for the pur- pose of giving our boys on the basketball team a rousing welcome for winning the South Eastern Basketball Championship of Ohio, at Athens Brief talks were given by members of the team who are: Pratt. Herd- man. Bonner. Veidt. Baumgardner. Picker- ing and Althauser Lastly we had talks by Manager Rockey M I R A (i E ------------61 1921 and Coach McClure. Captain Bonner of the team then presented the cup which they had won at Athena to Mr. Hickson to be kept in our trophy ease. ASSEMBLY. MARCH 9. The entire chapel period was given over to the Sophomores who gave a very fine little play entitled Miss Molly” in two acta. The cast is as follows: Bess flatten dorf. Howard Highland. Alma Jackson. Lawrence Young. Joe Riley. Lucile Brandt. In handing our flowers, however, the di- rector of the play. Miss Neff, must not be overlooked, as her untiring efforts were greatly appreciated. It would be very hard to differentiate between the members of the cast, they all did well and the program was quite a nov- elty. it being the first of Its kind to be giv- en in Assembly. Wo were greatly surprised and over- joyed to have two Assembles in one day and our curiosity was satisfied when Mr. Clements introduced to us Scotty the Sail- or who was a victim of the great war. He was a contortionist and for half an hour held his audience by his contortions and antics. We were all greatly amused and one and all declared him a real fellow. ASSEMBLY. APRIL 6. The Radio Science Club was in charge of this program which was indeed quite en- tertaining. .Mr. Zarlmnn first gave a short talk and introduced the following speak- ers: Donald Lehew. Royal! Adams, Clara Montaigne and Donald Miller. Alice Rose Carr rendered a very fine piano selection which was greatly appreciated and called forth an encore. Much credit is due the Science Club for putting on a program tnnking it possible for us to have our Wed- nesday shortened periods. APRIL 13. When we entered the. auditorium this morning we were greeted by many familiar faces from the stage. They were the bas- ketball teams of our school. We gave a few yells to start things and then Coach McClure made a short talk on the season in brief and basketball. He then presented the letters to the team members. Those receiving letters were Captain Bonner. Pratt. Veldt, Herdman. Baum- gardner .Althauser. Primrose. Wolford and Pickering of the boys’ team, and Captain Brenner. Moody. Haus. Dickson. Wilder. Wilson. Pickering and Shenkle. APRIL 20. We were told before this life giving per- iod arrived that there was to be an Evan- gelist and so we had our ideas. However, when we got there, there were no long tailed coats, nor specks, nor solemn visages on the stage, but a very business like man whom we learned was Mr. Troy. When we heard him sing we were highly pleased at his songs and the selections also were very well chosen. The program was extraordinary, and we hope to have the pleasure of hearing him again. ASSEMBLY. APRIL 27. The week before this we heard Mr. Troy sing and heard about Mr. Cotterell and to- day we had the pleasure of hearing hint. He gave us a very fine address on the Es- sentials Of Success” of which there were seven. He went through all these and brought out all the fine points so that we understood them fully. He was a very forceful talker with an unusual personal- ity. It was with regret that we heard his closing words. M I R A G E - 1921 emcoRm s Mirage Staff. Editor-In-Chief..................GERTRUDE BECK Asst. Editor........................Helen Deed� Associate Editor................Frederick Hummel .Business Manager. . . .CHARLES BONNER Asst Business Manager............Max Heft Athletics.......................Henrietta Dickson .........James Baumgardner Chapel Notes................Paul Jeffries Literary Society.....Lucile Deffenbaugh Snapshots.......................Carl Ochs ...........Margaret Smetters Orchestra.............................Joe Altfater Dramatics...................Marian Beery Society............................Lucile Marks Jokes................Daniel Hoffman. Jr. School News...................Dorice Tidd Exchange...................Mary Mark wood Calendar.............Sen. Clara Montaigne ...........Jun. Vlvlene Poole ...........Soph. Helen Lacy ...........Fresh. Alice Wilson Reporters............Sen. Margaret Acton ...........Jun. Jack Furniss ........Soph. Esther Hewetson ........Fresh. Thelma Littrell Art................................Donald Rockey Typists..............Genevieve Todhunter .................Kathryn Parian Advisors.............................Miss Amerine .......................Mis Towt We take this opportunity of thanking F lizabeth Swinnerton for her efforts tow- ard this Annual. With the slightest reference to no one we plead for the coming classes of L. H. S. Our Spreads are becoming so “dry” that it is almost impossible to have one any- more. The reason attributed to this be- ing that we cannot dance. Dancing as everyone knows is America's favorite pas- time and as announced by Dr. Peerrault u French Doctor and Physlculturlst It is an excellent form of exercising. We all know how backward some stu- dents are while attending High School functions and at every occasion these groups of boys ami girls cling together for fear they might meet one another; and are afraid that they might make a social blunder and embarrass themselves. The only time some of these students 63 slightly enjoy themselves Is when we play —“three deep , “cheese it, drop the handkerchief”, “post office or some other old games that have become dry for the present day. They say get some new ones, —but new games are very scarce. It is our opinion that, dancing can be properly chaperoned and that we will not overstep the rules set down. Should there be any. Our reason for dancing Is that It bene- fits everyone in the way of social recep- tion, social entertainment, and social de- velopment in general. And how many hundreds of people there are that haven't the qualiflcat'ons to do this and which is a draw back through their younger life. Our neighboring towns have dancing in their schools and it has proved very suc- cessful and highly entertaining. We sub- mit lagan's name as nn example. So why wouldn't it be logical to make a careful consideration of this? GIRL’S BASE BALL. Last year was the first time in the his- tory of L. H. S. that there has been such a thing as girls baseball. Lancaster stu- dents have beeen wont to look down upon the girls when it comes to playing base hall even though the girls have proven themselves so successful in the basketball field of athletics. In order to make a suc- cess of their new undertaking, the girls must necessarily have the co-operation of the entire student body. Even this year .ve hear people deride the girls when they suggest that they are able to play base ball as well as the boys. With base ball the national sport, it seems only just and right that it should be given more consideration than has thus far been accorded It. Boys and girls, lets boost girl's base ball; lets put L. H. S. on the map in this new athletic field. You will all have to admit that they showed re- markable ability last year and if you do your bit they will continue to be success- ful. FIELD MEET. We certainly hope that the student body and officials of athletics will contin- ue to boost and uphold the annual track meet. This is one of the greatest occasions of the school and no one should be lax In their 64------------------------------M I R duty of upholding the High School meet. At the time we are going to press the en- thusiasm is very poor. The reason attri- buted to this being, the sickness that has resulted from the numerous vaccinations in the school. We sincerely hope however that when the next annual track meet is held, that there will be an appropriation to buy ath- letic equipment for the use of the many athletes. The lack of equipment is a handicap to the boys and girls who participate; and consequently their best efforts cannot be shown. So let's get busy and boost for athletic equipment. WHO WON THE BANNER ?” There was a new spirit introduced into the basket ball games this year. Coach McClure, always wide awake and anxious to promote class spirit, introduced a plan of campaign in the basket ball world which made quite a hit. The object of this cam- paign was to determine which class could sell the most tickets, the class selling the most tickets receiving a purple and gold banner bearing it’s respective numerals. Unfortunately the plan was not started until rather late in the season, the Ml. Vernon game being the first at which It was tried. The Junior and Senior classes each sold over 100% and it was therefore necessary to award two banners. However, for the Alumnae games the plan was changed somewhat, doing away with the great danger of a tie. Each tick- et counted for seven points and the class with the highest number of points received the banner. Much excitement was evident and it seemed for a time that the Freshmen would win. but. as usual, the Seniors car- ried on” with their French they SHALL NOT pass spirit and the night of the game the Senior banner floated in the Armory. This makes the Seniors the champions in ticket selling, and the whole school is forced to take off its hat to the Senior f'lU88. SENIORS WIN AWARDS IN SHORT- HAND CONTEST. In the November issue of the Gregg Writer, was a test shorthand plate which was to be written in the best possible man- ner. and sent in to be judged. Practically the whole Senior short hand class worked very hard to attain a copy of the test, which would be as nearly per- A G E-----------------------------------1921 feet in shorthand arrangement as it could be made. Everybody entering the contest tried their best, and the last day before our spring vacation, we handed in our final copies. We competed with schools from all over the country, as this contest is open to any- body writing Gregg Shorthand, but teach- ers of this subject. Papers were judged and graded, and one member of the class. Miss Kathryn Pairan. was awarded a bronze O. G. A. pin as having the best paper. Each cf the other members sending in papers, was awarded an O. G. A. Certificate for proficiency in this test, although no one came up to the fine work done by Miss Pairan. We are all very proud of our Certifi- cates. and feel sure that if it had not been for the efficient coaching that we re- ceived from our teacher. Miss Highland, we could not have done nearly such good work as was done. EDITORIALETTES. 1. He who ploughs straight does much; he who thinks straight does more. 2. If you will pretend to be cheerful, you will be astonished to find how quick- ly pretense becomes reality. 3. Hold your opinions; do not let them hold you. 4. These three things are useless; to think without working, to speak without doing, to wish without willing. 5. Hasten! otherwise you may not have tomorrows enough to correct the mis- takes cf your yesterdays. 6. Yes! the sun has spots, but don’t think of the spots, think of the light. 7. Life Is a loan from God. see that it returns Him interest. S. The lazy man before a task is done Will take a dozen steps in saving one. 9. Teaching has other rewards than money; what reward could be greater than to teach a new Washington or a new Lin- coln? 10. Put off unimportant things until tomorrow and then forget to do them, there is so much that is important to be done 11. The less you talk about it. the more you’re going to do. 12. Never expluin. your friends won’t require it and your enemies won’t believe it. 1021 -----------------------M I R A f, E-------------------------65 AFFIRMATIVE DEBATING TEAM. Under the direction of Mls9 Aten the debating teams of Lancaster High showed more skill than ever before in the history of the school. The question for debate was Resolved: That the policy of the Open Shop is the host for American Industrial Development. Tho Affirmatives was upheld by Thomas Alfred. Helen Deeds. Carl Shcntlng. with Carl Ochs as alternate. Tho Negative was upheld by Paul Jeffries. Ger- trude Beck. Elizabeth Haus. with Clara Montaigne as alternate. The Affirmativo team delated Gallipolis at Lancaster, while the Negative team defeated John-Han- cock High at Athens. Marietta winning the other side of the triangle. Both the Af- firmative and the Negative teams Journey- ed to Marietta, but here the teams were not so successful, the judges deciding in favor of Marietta. NEGATIVE DEBATING TEAM MISS ADALE ATEN LITERARY SOCIETY 1021 M I R A (i E------------------------------------------C.7 1 y l «� «� 0 1 « IL Literary Society III “ III Officers for first semester: President...................Gertrude Beck Vice President..........Ludie Deffenhaugh Secretary...................Beryl Hunter Officers for second semester: President................Charles Bonner Vice President...........Mabel Hummell Secretary...................Beryl Hunter The Lancaster High School Literary So- ciety was organized November 12. 1914. Its purpose Is to aid the High School pu- pils in their educational and social better- ment. The meetings are held the first and third Monday evenings of every school month. In the High School building. The program consists of a short business meet- ing followed by a social program. The pu- pils become quick thinkers and intelligent speakers after attending a few of these helnlul meetings. This year the society has been especially successful and there are no.v eighty-eight active members. A pin has been adopted, and after two years of satisfactory membership, a student is allowed to wear one. Besides all this there comes the time for “feeds. “spreads and “picnics.” Every- one enjoys the “spreads” at the High School Gym. and then at the end of the year we all Join in on the big picnic. Talk about fun, we surely have it. and if you don't believe us join next year and find out. You won’t regret it. we are sure. You will derive great benefits. Visitors are always welcome, and if you come to our meetings once you will come again. Here are a few programs that we have had this year: 0C0TBER 4. 1920. Current Events...........Maurice Wheaton My Motor Trips..................Carl Ochs Review of the Last Book I Have Rend ............................Gertrude Beck Tie Faculty Old and New............. ................Luc tie Oeffenbaugh My Impressions of “Dr. Jeykel Mr. Hyde.......................Mary Kerns Aly Summer Vacation..................Paul Jeffries Humorous Sayings................Elizabeth Hnus Last Year's Class Where They Are And What They Are Doing......... ....................Mary Mark wood EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES. The Literary Spread................Mervln Guyton The Junior Weiner Roast............. ................Lucile Oeffenbaugh C: ’.tth High Football Game. . . .Bob Slough Debate. Resolved. That a cat is a better pet than a dog. Affirmative Negative Esther Shenker Dick Spybey Debate: Resolved: That every boy and girl who graduates from High School should attend college. Affirmative Negative William Cowden Bob Gould Paul Jeffries Helen Deeds Critic's Report. Adjournment. NOVEMBER 1. 1920. The Candidates For Presidency....... ...................Maurice Wheaton Current Topics...........Mabel Hummell Anti-Dismals.........................Dick Spybey The Japanese In America............. .................Henrietta Dickson A Worthwhile Picture Show I Have Seen................Virginia Richardson EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES. The Ohio Stadium......................Joe Altfater The Study I Like Best in School And Why.......................Russel Nye What Officers Are Voted for Tomorrow In Ohio..........................Robert Gould — 1921 08 M I R A G E The Junior Hallowe'en Party......... ......................Helen Mowery My Favorite Movie Star.............. ..................George Brenneman My Largo Vacation on Friday......... ....................Lawrence Young My Experience With Wriggley'a Chew- ing Gum..........................Hubert Huddle Debate. Resolved: That the Constitution of the United States should be amended giv- ing the people the power to declare war and not Congress. Affirmative Paul Jeffries Elfzaboth Haus Carl Ochs Negative Verne Sllbaugh Grace Herman Robert Abbott Judges decided two to one in favor of the Negative. Critic's report. Adjourn- ment. JANUARY 17, 1921. Current Events.......Willliam Pickering Problems Facing the the New Admin- istration.................Robert Reel Anti-Dismals............Lucille Brandt Marcus Garvey (The Negroe Moses).. ...................Lucille Deffenbaugh EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES. The Senior Play.........DeWItt Bauman The Stivers Game...............Charles Bonner Exams Next Week... .George Brenneman Our New Teacher................Dorothy Pairan The Sophomore Spread. .Howard Highland X Y Z Circle Party.......Helen Mowery My Second Period Naps......Joe Altfater Debate. Resolved: That moving pictures, as they are now conducted are on the general average detrimental to the American peo- ple. Affirmative Negative M iry Mark wood Helen Mowery Merle Smoot Beryl Hunter Gertrude Berk Elizabeth Haus Judges decided two to one In favor of the Negative. Critic's report. Adjourn- ment. FEBRUARY 7, 1921. Cm You Earn a Living in More Ways Than One?............Donald Lehew Glories Lincoln Told Which I Shall Never Forget........Henrietta Peters Treasure House of the Gulf Stream. . . ......................Willetta Roop Gulliver the Great . .Claude Williamson Presidents Ohio Has Furnished....... ......................Stanley Pratt EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES. The Triangular Debate.....Helen Deeds The Automobile Show.............. ....Ralph Humphrey. Mabel Spybey The Junior Play.....Henrietta Dickson Examination Week.. Lawrence Raybourne The Chicken Show......Burgess Denton The Athens Game.......Harry Herdman EXTEMPORANEOUS Resolved: That a boy ugl or face than a girl. Affirmative Joe Altfater Critic's report. DEBATE. can make an Negative Helen Moody Adjournment. � . 1921 M I R A (i E 69 Society SENIOR THEATRE PARTY. Friday evening. September 24. the Senior Clasn enjoyed a delightful motor trip to Bremen where “The Sagebrushcr’ was wit- neared at the theater there. About forty members of the class were present, those with the chaperones Misses Aten and Mc- Coy and Mr. R. J. Wilson constituted quite a jolly crowd. All who went will long remember the good time they had. also the “eats and at least a few will recall the fudge. These parties of the Seniors are charac- teristic of their individuality in choosing good times. SOPHOMORE WIENER ROAST. On Friday. September 24. the Sophomore Class of Uincasler High School held their first wiener roast on Flat Kooks. More than three-fourths of the class participated in this event The chaperons were the promi- nent teachers. Miss Towt and Miss Neff the class advisor. The class Journeyed to Flat Rocks and there they enjoyed their w'encr roast. In the midst of the fun Bill Moore inquired of Miss Neff if she knew w hat a dog star was. When she answered in the negative he led her away to show her one. Whether he did or not we leave to your own decision. Owing to the appearance of a crowd of boys, who were none too courteous, the event broke up rather early, but in spite of this everyone went home declaring that they had had a wonderful time and plan- ning for another such event in the near future. JUNIOR WIENER ROAST. On Friday evening. Oct. 9. about fifty- five members of the Junior Class enjoyed a welner roast on Flat Rocks. The evening was rather cold hut the atmosphere of the crowd was by no means chilly. The chaperons on this occasion were Mies Aten. Miss Amerine, Mr. Paul Aten and Mr. McClure. JUNIOR HALLOWE’EN PARTY. About fifty Juniors enjoyed a masquer- ade ai the home of William Cowden on North Maple street. A favorite diversion of the evening was the guessing of the identity of the masqued. Anna Pence whom it was decided was the most cleverly disguised, was awarded a prize. The remainder of the evening was spent in the enjoyment of games and music. At a seasonable hour a Hallowe’en luncheon was served by the committee In charge. The chaperones were Mias Amerine and Mrs. Cowden. JUNIOR APRIL FOOL’S PARTY. About fifty jolly Juniors motored to the suburban home of Pauline Mondhank. a Junior, on the evening of April 1. The rooms were attractively and yet foolishly decorated, one for Christmas, one for St. Patrick's, and a third for Easter. During the course of the evening several interesting games were enjoyed and some seemingly forgot the date and bit quite readily. At a late hour a delicious lunch- eon was served by the Junior Social Com- mittee. Miss Aten and Miss Drinkle acted as the able chaperones of the happy crowd. SOPHOMORE CLASS SPREAD. About sixty members of the Sophomore Class of Lancaster High School assembled in the gymnasium and enjoyed an elegant spread and a pleasant social time. The young folks were chaperoned by Miss Neif. the class advisor. Miss Elizabeth Towt. Miss Hunt work. Miss Lacle Perfect and Miss Catherine Drinkle. A committee of girls prepared the de- licious menu in the Chemistry room and served the spread about Beven o’clock, after which a mock wedding and vlctrola music, games and contests were enjoyed. M I R A G E — 71 1921 Orchestra JVotes + —. -. “Music resembles poetry: In each Are nameless graces which no meth- ods teach. And which a master-hand alone can reach.” The Orchestra of this year has broken all records for number of members and work accomplished. These imisicians re- hearsed every Wednesday morning, first and second periods. They have contribut- ed their music to all assemblies and class plays and other school gatherings. The major part of the orchestra’s suc- cessful work of the last two years Is due to the efficient guidance and co-operation of the Directoress. Miss Ina Secoy. An Orchestra Concert was given at the High School Auditorium. May 6. + Directed by Piano FIRST VIOLIN Marian Beery Dorice Tidd Joseph Altfater Philip Bauman Daniel Hoffman. Jr. Ralph Humphrey Frederick Hummel Malcolm Crooks Carl Miller Lawrence Young Raymond Strohl Russel Nye ina Secoy Mahel Good SECOND VIOLIN William Cowden Lucile Deffenbaugh Edgar Williams Lawrence Moore Leon Boucher Edward Fisher Mary Hughes Nan Kindler Paul King William Acton the personnel: SAXOPHONES. Thomas Alfred James Baumgardner Walter Secoy Donald Miller Thomas Bauman Scott Beery DcnzH Bigham Emmit Griggs First. Paul Stoudt CORNETS Second Maurice Wheaton Leon Wolford First CLARINETS Second Carl Ochs Merle Heft Willis Wolfe DRUMS BELLS. De Witt Bauman M I R A � I — 1921 72 SEPTEMBER. Sept. 7—School ugain. Did you notice the Kiddie-Kars. velocipedes and baby carriages standing about? Well they are the per- sonal property of the Fresh!es who entered this hall of learn- ing today. Sept. 8—Everyone signs the petition be- ing circulated to place boxes under the drinking fountains so our little brother and sister school-mates need not go thirsty. Sept. 9—English lady joins the Senior ranks. Answers to the name Swinnle. Sept. 10—Russell Nye has his hair bob- bed again while Dick Spybey is forced to have a written statement that he is old enough to be a Freshie. Sept. 13—Another September morn, just as unlucky as most thirteens. Sept. 14—Miss Perfect permits the sev- enth period class to giggle. They take up at least forty- five minutes with the first act. Beware! Miss Perfect, don’t give them a second act. Sept. 15—First chapel exercises, the Freshmen are observed hanging out want signs for more seats. Sept. 16—Miss Towt rebels against chew- ing gum. Oh. my. what can a fellor do? Sept. 17—Class elections! Who said wo- men didn't know how to vote? If some of these teachers don't soon learn how to pronounce our names correctly, we'll----- _____797 Sept. 20—Bang! We all thot the roof had fallen in but it was only Ruth Pickering colliding with Miner a in the hall. Sept. 21—Perfect recitations in every class-----nit. Some of the teachers have already ga'ned good reputations as crabbers. Sept. 22—Football practice in full swing and we learn Shrimp DeLong has been chosen mascot. Time alone will tell whether he brings the luck. Sept. 23—Everybody's buying tickets. What for? First football game of the season. Oh. boy! Sept. 24—L. II. S. vs. Aquinas. Cheer up Lancaster, better luck next time Rain almost ruins weiner roast. Sept. 27—Will these Junior Chemistry pu- pils ever learn that HCL is the symbol for hydrochloric acid and not the “High Cost of Liv- ing? Sept. 28—Freshies sigh for the good old days of arithmetic; they never appreciated them until they be- gan studying algebra. Sept. 29—Miss McCoy remonstrates with her classes today and chides them a little, such a very lit- tle, because they haven't their history lessons. Sept. 30—The last of the Septembers. Royall Adams swallows this month's chewing gum cud— tomorrow he'll have a new one for October. OCTOBER. Oct. 1—Everyone !s sorry because this is Friday???? Oct. 4—We see in the Columbus paper that Miss Grey has received a letter asking for the biography of George Brenneman, about whom everybody talks so much. Oct. 5—Electric signals work remarkably better than usual and wake Freshmen in General Science class. 73 M I R A G E 1021 Oct. 6—Lawrence Moore comes to school wearing his Sunday shirt, and yon may bet everyone notices it. Oct. 7—Announcement is made in Physics classes that Lab. work will soon begin. No hurry, Mr. Zartman. we’re far from anxi- ous. Oct. 8—Why doesn’t Friday come twice a week? Next week at this time we won't be here and that’s our one consolation. Oct. 11 Not much chewing gum and can- dy evident among the lower classmen, they’re saving their pennies for the fa:r. Oct. 12—Vacation ! Vacation! Blessed vacation! Mr. McClure an- nounces his intention of at- tending the fair tomorrow as its Ladies Day. We know Paule Abele will be there. Oct. 18—Back again. Miss Aten tells us we’re not as bad as we were be- fore vacation—we’re worse. Oct. 19—One of those bright and intelli- gent Junior informs Mr. Potts his head is like Heaven, for there is no parting there. Oct. 20—Not even chapel and shortened periods have the power to lift such worry as grades from our minds. Why do the teachers persist in treating us so? Oct. 21—Heated political discussion In Public Speaking class. ’Tommy’ Alfred and ‘Doc’ Coleman dis- tinguish themselves and almost extinguish each other. Oct. 22 Football team leaves for Athens with hearts overflowing with hope. For further dates” we suppose. Oct. 25—Senior class almost bankrupt it- self when it sends “Blackle flowers. Oct. 26—Will wonders never cease? Phillie B. comes to school wear- ing long trousers, guess he must have put some sugar on his an- kles to coax them down. Oct. 27—Philip threatens to tell Mr. Hickson if we don’t stop teas- ing him about his pants. Joe Altfater nearly send� the Virgil class into convulsions by one of his oversights.”. Oct. 28—We hear the sad announcement that another day of vacation is at hand. The faculty leaves tomorrow to see other innocent faculties tortured almost to the point of insanity. We sincerely hope they will return to us wholly and more holy after their experience. NOVEMBER. Nov. 1—We are told today that Miss Amerine and Mr. Aten visited Columbus. Saturday. We also understand that they managed to see quite a few of the sights when they were not busy look- ing at each other. Nov. 2—Election day! Women teachers rush to the polls. Miss Towt heads the line with Miss Neff at her heels. Nov. 3—Everyone is occupied in collect- ing or paying off election bets. Swinnie stays up most of night making a box of fudge. Next time she bets she won’t bet. Nov. 4 Willie Hyde takes up the whole of the third period Public Speaking class explaining to Miss Aten that he is not prepar- ed. Nov. 5—Smack! Joe Altfater is severely chastised in report today. That’s what made his face so red. History class gets the giggles and Bill Wolfe gets sore. Nov. 8 Physics pupils hear Lab.” call again. My. how we hate to waste four perfectly good per- iods a week in that place. Nov. 9—Miss Hendrickson makes the an- nouncement to her History pu- pils that she has invested a weeks’ salary in linement for the rheumatic knees of those Juniors who are unable to stand when reciting. Nov. 10—Chapel Chimes again. The best program in years. Actually a real live one with Jazz, n’every- thing. We will bless Miss Aten to the end of our days. Nov. 11—Armistice Day. The School Board won’t give us a vacation so we have to come to school. We all silently pay tribute to 74----------------------------------M I R A G E----------------------------1!)21 those who fought and died that we might live and enjoy life. Nov. 12—Wonderful Friday. School out at two o'clock for big football game. Lancaster shows Crooks- vtlle how to play football. Girls nearly freeze and have to make use of boy's blankets. For fur- ther details see Mabel S. or Marian B. Nov. If—Deadly Cicero test today. Jun- ior ponies ought to be horses by this time and sway backed at that the way the Juniors ride them. Nov. 16—Hooray! First snowfall of the season continues all day and all night. Freshies are elated for all children love to play in the snow. Nov. 17—Explosion in Physics class caus- es quite a bit of excitement. Nobody Injured. (Prof. Zart- man receives a slight cut.) Nov. 18—Dan Hoffman. Jim B. and Roy Yoder present Miss Aten with a Jumping-jack. Bob Gould plays with it the whole of the first per- iod. Isn't that just like a Jun- ior? Nov. 19—Nothing at all happened this day. so why make up any lies? Nov. 22— Don't cha know” this weather is getting on our nerves. Coach McClure announces class bas- ketball with all letter boys and girls excluded. Nov. 23—Everybody's doing it. doing what? Why boosting the Senior play of course. No one hurts himself studying today—too much looking forward toward vacation. Nov. 24 Did you notice how thin Kate Brenner is getting? She's been fasting for a month so she can eat lots of turkey tomorrow. Chapel died, assembly born. Nov. 29—Vacation is over, and we con- sole ourselves by remembering that it'8 not long till Christmas and Santa Claus comes. Nov. 30—Grades go in today. My! My! What Seniors have to endure. Miss McCoy says there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. DECEMBER. Dec. 1—The teachers say to us: Work like Helen B. Happy. Dec. 2—Grade cards today. The Seniors evidently believe in a variety for most of their grades range from fifty to ninety-five. Dec. 3—Basketball finale this evening. Juniors feel all puffed up. but their Waterloo is coming. Dec. 6— Shrimp Del ong comes to school today crying for he has Just learned that there is no Santa Claus. Well. well, these Freshies do seem to be learning a little every day. Dec. 7—Oh me. Oh my. nothing funny to- day. nothing sad today, nothing different today, when nothing happens for a feller to write, how’s a feller gonna write it? Dec. 8—No chapel again. The Seniors decide to put no chapel In the list of the Seven Deadly Sins”. Dec. 9 To be or not to be. that is the question. It is a common thing to hear Juniors wishing they weren't, when these dreadful Chemistry tests come around. Cheer up, Helen, you'll get a chance to use your pony next time. Dec. 10—A regular vaudeville show’ in Cicero today with Paul Lang- wausser. the star performer. Miss Amerine, however, fails to appreciate the acting and scolds Paul very gently, oh so very gently. Dec. 13—The whole school is looking for- ward to this day next month. Senior play cast learns why everyone eats hen and not duck eggs. It’s because when a duck lays an egg it's a doggone fool and keeps quiet but when a hen docs its cluck, cluck, all over the place. ADVERTISING. Dec. 14 Just a little verse today. There is nothing more to say. —Longfellow’. Dec. 15—Football boys receive their L’s” that is. part of them do. Sad to say the Smoker's Club was barred. Dec. 16—Great excitement In Physics Lab. First episode of Montaigne— 1921 .) M I R A (i K Adams romance and everyone anxiously awaits further pro- ceed in gs. Dec. 17—Staff meeting and editor says work must he in or you’ll get kicked off the staff. We’ve heard about Bob’s Ford kicking him south of the corn crib but off the staff is a new phase. Dec. 20—The beginning of a very busy week. Literary tonight and Helen Moody brings down the house in her extemperaneous speech by asking Santa for a baby buggy. Dec. 21 The Honorable K. E. Zartman is out of town at thfs writing. But— he leaves his test questions. Miss McCoy delivers here in person and really we are forced to thank them for such lovely Christmas presents. Dec. 22—Short but sweet chapel pro- gram. Mose Brenneman writes his letter to Santa Claus and promises to be a good little girl if Santa will only bring him a doll baby. Dec. 23—Hurrah! last day of school this year, and only one more day till Christmas. Smoker's Club hold meeting in the alley for the pur- pose of drawing up their New Year Resolutions. One of them will, of course be, never again to smoke. JANUARY. Jan. 3—Back to school. Nohody knows anything, not even the teachers. Philip B. nearly takes our breath away at play practice when he actually says a degree worse than darn. Why Phllly. we didn’t think it was in you Jan. 4— It Pays to Advertise.” is the rage Just now. Senior play cast strikes upon the bright idea of advertising on the boards. Somethfng for the Juniors to copy. Jan. 5- Mr. Zartman pulls a good one on two bright Seniors. For further information see Carl Ochs or Alice Rose Cnrr. My. won’t they rave when they read this? Jan. 6—A very unpleasant odor hangs in the lower hall today and inves- tigation proves that it comes from the Chemistry room. If this happens very often we’ll have to have gas masks. Jan. 7 A terrible rumbling brings every- one dashing to the front stairs. Our sedate Misses Brandt, Hade and Pairan were sliding down the balustrade. Horrors of hor- rors! Jan. 10— Mose Brenneman breaks an- other one of his New Years Resolutions when he stows away too much hardcider. Jan. 11—X. Y. Z. party last night at home of Lois White. Dan Hoff- man says he had a good time so just ask him about it. Jan. 12 Senior play cast lives in fear and trembling these days. Dress re- hearsal tonight and Mary M. says she hasn't anything to wear. Sapristi! Jan. 13—First night of It Pays to Ad- vertise.” Also Philly’s birth- day. 13 Soap. Unlucky for Dirt, the Most Expensive Soap in the World. Jan. 14—The day after the night before nnd all you can hear Is Wasn’t the play tine? The play cast In general have line complexions today and we learn that Lucile M. slept with her head hanging over the edge of the bed to keep from mussing her hair. flan. 17—The beginning of the end—of the semester. Debate try outs with Mr. Zartman as a judge. Maybe the girls will have a chance after all. Jan. IS—Physics experiments due again. Well, someone’s always taking the Joy out of life. Jan. 19—Review ! Review ! Review ! Big Four in Civics shine in review if not in daily recita- tions. Jan. 20 The fateful day draws near. We very soon will hear; How many exams we’ll have to take And Just how much We’ll have to make. —Tennyson. 76 Jan. Jan. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. M I R A G E 21—We hear our fates read in As- sembly. “Big Four sadly hear that Miss McCoy is fully deter- mined to bust” them up next semester. Tears are in evidence on all sides even Spaghctty Ochs cries because he’s so sur- prised at getting an honorary —once. 31—Some of the Sophs have Joined the Freshie ranks, some of the Juniors have Joined the Soph ranks and some of the Seniors have Joined the Junior ranks but the Freshies are still Fresh ies. FEBRUARY. 1 We just simply can't help feeling glad this is a short month. Miss Hendrickson has left us for a better position and we all miss her. 2— Some of us are having a hard time in getting settled. Charles Bonner has had a different schedule every day this week, he’s trying to get out of as many classes as possible. 3— A joke on Miss McCoy. She scratched her head and there was a sound of scratching on wood. Now don’t get alarmed, the noise was caused by 1,« Vera's rubbing the desk. 4— Juniors are having big time get- ting ready for their play. Mose says he's not going to kiss any old girl, but we no- tice he’s always ready and will- ing to practice that certain act. 7— “My! Look at Miss Aten’s new specs! A wise old owl sat in a tree. He said. These specs belong to me.’ —Signed A. A. Aten. 8— Ralph Humphrey queers himself with the girls forever when he criticises their modesty in dressing. 9— New plan for selling tickets to bnsketball game. Everybody's buying tickets. Scandal! Mr. Zartman buys two. 10— Seniors and Juniors win banners in ticket selling contest. No wonder the Juniors look so hap- — 1921 py. they're surprised at tliem- ,selves. Feb. 11—Miss McCoy ulienates herself forever from the hearts of her pupils when she gives them such a Civics lesson. Questions, more questions, most questions Feb. 14—St. Valentine’s Day and valen- tine box in Room 24. Mr. Znrt- man is especially pleased with his pickaninny and takes this as an opportunity of thanking the unknown donor. Feb. 15- Radio-Science meeting. Royal) and Clara learn how to look at the moon. We’re afraid some of these so called science meet- ings will have to he censored. Feb. 16—Triangular Debate draws near. Practice in auditorium almost results in a wash-out when Jeff starts expectorating. Feb. 17—Debating teams meet and have a last grand review before learn- ing their fates. Big B. B. dou- ble-header at Armory results In one victory, one defeat. Feb. 18—The negative team leaves for Athens. One of the members forgets a very important arti- cle of evening wearing apparel and has to borrow a pair at the last minute. Clara writes her Royall the minute rhe ar- rives in Athens. Feb. 21—Hurrah! We won! L. H. S. wins doubly In the Lancaster. Athens. Callipolis triangle and both teams will go to Marietta, March 4. We arc so glad George Wai.hin‘:ton was born for we celerbate his birthday with a day's vacation tomorrow. Feb 23 All the school talk is of pictures. Let us hope that Mr. Tobias will survive this onslaught. Debat- ing teams have pictures taken. Just ask Liz” Hans where she spent the rest of the afternoon. Feb. 24 Junior play. Nothing But the Truth is a fine success. Now. Mary, aren’t you sorry you wasted all those tears? Was it a candle-stick you knocked off the mantel. Jack? Feb. 25—Basketball boys are at Athens and strange to say. we miss their bright and shining faces. 1!)21 Fob. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. ►Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar M I R A (i E All wo can say Is, Goodbye, good luck, God bios you. 2$—The end of an almost perfect month. First the debate victory and now the winning of the southern championship In bas- ketball. Big assembly for bas- ketball team and also for Coach McClure who deserves much credit. MARCH. 1— And still we talk about the tour- nament and the coming debate. 2— Act I. Scene I. A street. Mose stoops to pick up a baseball. There is a sudden noise of rip- ping, a burst of laughter and Mose goes home in a barrel. It seems almost to be a case of open vs. the closed shop. ?- Debating teams leave for Mariet- ta at eleven and boys leave for Delaware at one. Whole school turns out to see the boys off. while debalors have Bonner and Herdman us their delega- tion. 4—Mariettn wins the debates, boys lose to Crooksvillle at Delaware. L. H. S. in mourn'ng. Nuf sed. 7— Jokes in Public Speaking class. Gertrude B. introduces a new era of joke telling in L. H. S. Lee Clark's modesty receives quite a shock which is very sur- prising. 8— Now that the excitement is over we have to think of grades. What’s all this talk we hear of Stan. and Nora? Guess there must have been more attraction at Athens than we supposed. 9— Something unheard of! Two As- sembly programs in one day. Sophomore das. : delights every- one with ther play, especially the game of pass back of the scenes. We feel certain Howard will make a fine lover some day. Scotty, the sailor entertains uo • for a fine in the P. M. 10— Grade meeting lets us go fifteen minutes early this afternoon. Of course we all feel highly of- fended??? 11— Grade cards!!!! Wow!!! It's at times like these that we feel like saying We love our teach- ers. Mar. 14 K. E. that is. Kinetic Energy Zurlnian makes a very shocking statement about women in his debate. Better watch your step. Mr. Zurtman or you'll get in deep water. Mur. If. -Rain. rain, go away. Little Freshies want to play Mar. 16—If only the reporters and depart- ment editors would do their share, the editor-in-chief would not need to use so much shoe leather running after them for material. Mar. 17—St. Patrick's Day. Mow lucky the green ones are today, they need not worry about putting on anything extra. Muarice Wheaton has Just exactly two and one half yards of green cheese cloth wrapped around his neck and tied In a bow. Is there anything clashing? Mar. 18—These dreadful special reports in Public Speaking. Jeff leaves town to get out of giving his. Mar. 21 — We hear news of vucation which listens good, then we hear news of no vacation which listens bad. The best we can do is trust to luck. Another case in rapid- ly developing in Physics lab. that of Dwight and AdaLne. Mar. 21’ -We are asked to give in our or- ders for invitations for Com- mencement. The great day seems almost at hand. Mar. 23—Here lately our Assembly pro- grams are rapidly becoming al- most ns scarce as snow on the Fourth of July in Florida. Mi- rage Room is becoming quite popular all of a sudden. Mar. 24 Whee! No school for a week. Ain't It a grand and glorious feeling? APRIL. Apr. 4—Vacation is over and the weeks of the Seniors can be counted on two hands. This is the kind of weather that makes good skip- pers. Apr. 5—Much talk about The Lavendar Lady . This is Tommy Alfred's production” with an all star 78------------------------M I R A G E--------------------1921 cast.” Doesn't this make every- one want to go? Physics and Chemistry pupils pay a visit to Alton's Foundry. What became of Dwight and Adaline? Apr. 6 Radio-Science give Assembly pro- gram. Royall Adam� gives him- self away in speaking of the moon. Clara blushes. Listen! Hoderic Haldermun has his first date with the fairer sex. Apr. 7—Everybody seems to have either spring fever or smallpox. Vac- cinnation is advised which brings up the question. Which would you rather lose, an arm or a limb?” Apr. 8—Don Rockey who was supposed to do the art work for this paper gets case of lovesickness which develops into smallpox. So that means no art. First fifty pages go to press today. Apr. 11—The general question is “Have you been vaccinated? The Freshies are evidently mixed in their English for one little girl Freshie was heard to ask anoth- er . Aren't you gonna be fumi- gated like Mr.Hickson told us? Apr. 12—Homer Moore is sore because he had four places to go last nite and only got to go to three. Well. Homer, you aren't quad- ruplets. you know. Apr. 13—Great calamity occurs in Mirage Room. Dan Hoffman falls off his chair and Just misses going through the floor. Blackie has fallen in love with an out-of- town girl—Mary. Apr. 14—Dwight is heard whistling Sweet Adaline on the way to school this morning. Physics pupils are informed by MV.Zart- man that they should pick all smallpox germs off their papers before handing them in. Apr 15—The Mirage force says: A Joke a day will keep the doctor away . Information is obtain- able from either Charles Bonner Jim Baumgardner, Dan Hoffman or Jeff. pr. 18—The Best Ever. Last night being Sunday night Royall took the train to Rock- bridge. He and Clara must have spent a very enjoyable eve- ning. for as the story goes, he staid so late he had to run to catch his train home and then didn't he miss it? Well, he had to spend the night in Rock- bridge. While strolling with Clara along the banks of the old canal he in some way lost his hat and this morning had to come up from Rockbridge bare- headed and was late for school. Apr. 19—Play practice for coming Senior play, Her Huband's Wife . We also learn the Class Play will be “As Yo Like It. Maybe it ought to be Whether You Like It or Not. Apr. 20—Heard In Room 20. Tiny Herd- man— Miss McCoy are you reading my Whizz Bang?” Everybody’s getting the habit and they rush in flocks to the news stands as soon as Whizz Bang comes out. Apr. 21 Jim Baumgardner receives an- other one of his love letters from Athens. That's what mak- es him so happy today. Apr. 22—It never rains but it pours ! Physics experiments due today on top of that grade cards. These twenty per cents have helped some Seniors out consid- erably. Apr. 25—Blue Monady and vaccination. Field Day practice is not so pop- ular this spring, sad to say. Too much sickness. Apr. 26—Senior Girls' Baseball Practice. For an interesting story Just ask Capt. Kate Brenner what broke it up. It had a good beginning but a sad ending. Apr. 27—Fine Assembly program when Mr Cotterell addresses us on the Seven Elements of Success. We hear the sad announcement that John Boyer is at the hos- pital. Let us all Join in wishing for him a speedy recovery. Bop- M I R A (i I 7 ) 11)21 nor has his tongue twisted on certainly. Apr. 28—Orchestra Concert tonight proves to be a great success. We are told that Senior Program Ora- tions must he in early next week which causes Mime of us to wish for more horse power. Apr. 20—-Circus in town and we’re off for the parade. Some parade????? MAY. May 2—Miss Aten is absent today, and that means an extra study per- iod. However, we’ll be glad to have her back again. Office is jammed this morning slips and sentences for the circus visit- ors. Miss Neff says she attend- ed the circus with Miss Towt but Philip says well,—Just ask him what he says. May 3—Mrs. Pickering is rather mixed for she makes the remark. “A va- cant lot with a building on it. May 4—Grand flnale, to press we go. We hope you'll think our book not slow. If you've any old eggs, please leave them at home This is our best in the shape of a poem. _ IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE. SENIOR CLASS. M I R A C. E 1921 81 + 5:0J- +: OO” O + ” O • • + ” O h + • O ” O •• + s: O + • O ” + O O + ;• O :: + x Dramatics O:t + «0- + 0:: 4- !J0 + ::0:j+ ::Q +-O ;: +::O :: fr::O :: + i: 0 � } � 0 «4 nC «4 O•• ee It Pays J To Advertise1 The presentation of It Pays To Adver- tise” by the Senior (’lass was a great suc- cess. the auditorium being packed both nights. Every member of the cast played up to their part, and Philip Bauman show- ed us that the stage was the future life for him. We wish that every business man in the I’. S. could have seen it as the cast cer- tainly proved its name. Miss Elizabeth Towt. the director, deserves the highest praise. This is the first L. H. S. play she has coached, but we have already shown her that it will not be the last. It may also be mentioned here that this play had the greatest sale of tickets of any ever given so far by a class in this school. CAST OF CHARACTERS Mary Grayson..............Lucile Marks Johnson..................Carl Shoniing Countess I)e Beaurien....Gertrude Beck Rodney Martin................Carl Ochs Cyrus Martin............Daniel Hoffman Ambrose Peale............Philip Bauman Mario...................Mercedes Eisele William Smith............Donald Miller Donald Me. Chesney.......Vincent Black Miss Burke..............Mary Markwood Ellery Clark.......................Paul Jeffries George Bronson......................Joe Alfater M I R A G E — 1921 83 Nothing But the Truth The Junior Play “Nothing But The Truth.“ was given February 24th and 25th in cur school auditorium and was a tre- mendous success. The selection of the play was a good one with u very Interesting plot and full of vivacity from the start to the final falling of the curtain. Everyone in the cast performed reason- ably well and each individual is to be com- mended tor his efforts. The play was directed by Mary Kerns, who graduated with the Class of '20. and her work certainly showed to advantage in the production of this play. CAST OF CHARACTERS E. M. Kallston............Donald Lehew Bobe Bennet.......................George Brenneman Bishop Doran......................Claude Williamson Clarence Van Dusen........Maxwell Heft Dick Donnelly...............Jack Furniae Gwen Kallston..........Henrietta Dickson Mrs Kallston......................Thalta Steinhoff Mable Jackson........Virginia Richardson Sable...........................Margaret Smetters Ethel Clark........................Mable Good Martha, a Maid..................Vivienne Poole Stage Manager..........St undish O’Grady Electrician...............Benson Smith Business Manager.........William Cowden GYPSY ROVER. 86-----------M IRAQ E--------1921 'The Gipsy Rover” Foremost among the musical events of the year was the operetta. The Gypsy Hover,” presented In the High School Au- ditorium, November 18 and 19. A well chosen cast together with a chorus of one hundred and fifty, all of whom were mem- bers of the High School Chorus, were under the direct supervision of Miss Ina Secoy, to whose efforts much credit for the suc- cess of the performance is due. An orchestra of thirty pieces under the direction of Marian Beery creditably sup- ported the singers and played popular se- lections during the intermlss'ons. Stand- ing Room Only” signs were displayed each night. CAST OF CHARACTERS. Meg. (Contralto).........Elizabeth Haus Zara (Soprano)........Luclle Deffenbaugh Marto (Tenor)....................Maurice Wheaton Sinfo (Baritone)..................Thomas Alfred Rob (Tenor)...........Verne R. Silbuugh Lady Constance (Soprano)............ .....................Deborah Sutton I ord Craven......................Philip Bauman Sir Geo. Martendale (Baritone)...... .....................Robert Shriner Nina (Soprano).............Mable Spy bey Capt. Jerone (Tenor).......Robert Gould Sir Toby Lyon.....................Hubert Huddle McCorkle..............Howard Highland Stage Director...................Gilford Schriver — 1921 «8-------------------------------------------------------------M 1 R A ('. E SENIOR MAGAZINE RACK AND BOOK SHELF. Motion Picture.............. Whiz-Bang .................. Popular Styles.............. Red Hook..................... Farm Firaide.............. Green Book.................. Modern Prise.’11a........... Ladies Home Journal......... Farmer’s Wife................ Modern Grocer................ Judge ...................... The Gentlewoman............. Farm and Home .............. Little Folks................ Independent ................ Red and Black................ Under tho Country Sky....... The Harvester................ Dance Etiquette.............. Mary. Mary Quiet Contrary. Daddy Long Logs............. Much Ado About Nothing. . . The Master Violin........... Adventures of a Modest Man The Butterfly Man........... The Ne’er-Do-Well........... The Purple Parasol.......... The Woman Haters............ Marriage a la Mode.......... Filling His Own Shoes....... The Nest Builders........... Top Notch................... .....................Lucile Marks ....................Charles Bonner ....................Clarence Keller ....................Philip Bauman ....................Albert Darling .....................Donald Miller .......................Fred Walter ....................Arthur Mowery ......................Mabel Spy bey ....................Carl Shonting .....................Thomas Alfred ....................Thomas Wright .......Willie Hyde and Dot Mattox Tiny” Herdman and Mercedes Eisle .................... Duke” Hoffman ..“Red” Trimmer and Vincent Black .......C. Montaigne and R. Adams .....................George Martin .......................Paul Jeffries ....................Mary Mark wood ...............Charles Baumgardner ......................Helen Moody .....................Marian Beery ...............Janies Baumgardner ..................... Doc” Coleman ........................Joe Altfater ....................Deborah Sutton .......Murbel Bockert and W. Wolfe .................... Jerry Wilder .........................Ralph Beck ..........................Lee Clark ................... Fuzzy ShenQer AND IN GENERAL. Dangerous Days......... The House of Happiness The Younger Set........ ...........Final Exams. .................L. H. S. Juniors, Sophs.. Freshies. 1921 M I R A G T) 89 NAME. What Makes Me Famous. Favorite Expressions. Philip B. My freckles. Don't cha know. Don Miller My feet. Repetez s’ il vous plait. Lucile Marks My vaccination. Oh. you horrid thing. Mary Markwood My giggles. Yes that’s what he told me. Hcrdman My girls. Aw. I don’t believe It. Bonner My line. Get a man. H. Moody H. Moore My strong arm. Margaret. My brother, he— I don’t know. J. Altfater My note book Jokes. That’s what my book says. D. Hoffman My foolish questions. Oh. these women. I). Mattox My hard boiled collar. Stop that now. L. Trimmer My perfume. Got an extra pencil. Jeffries My Derby. Ich auch! Bockert My Dorothy. You don’t believe it. do you W. Hyde My chew. Let me have some too. V. Black My love letters. She could never tell me. M. Eisele My size. Now you quit. Sada B. G. My closed mouth. Write that down. Mabel S. My nickname. Well. Gee Whiz! Verne S. My bluff. Y-o-u gimme this. E. Haus My ponies. It’s something like—0! G. Beck My snappy stories. you know. Well it’s not so. R. McClellan My pink hat. 1 Just wonder. J. Baumgardner My K-K-Katy. Is that so? NAME. Failing Strong Point. Future. Joe Altfater Chronicle. Garlic. Whiz Bang Editor. Paul Jeffries Girls. Dancing. (Blank). Ralph Beck Speed. Civics. Cemetery. Duke” Hoffman Late hours. Brains. Henpecked Husband. V. P. Black Athens. Mary. Stage Hand. Jim Baumgardner Physics. Ixnre letters.’ Orator. Charles Bonner 'B1 uf fing. His jokes. Penitentiary. Don Lehow Acting. Allen St. Married Man. Jack Furniss Mind. Wit. Hercules No. 2. Harold Wilt. Studying. Sewing. Political Boss. Clarence Pickering Ambition. Singing. President of U. S. Miss Towt ....... Harry Hcrdman . Willis Wolfe...... L. H . S.......... Dot Mattox ...... Marion Coleman Royal Adams . . . •‘Spark Trimmer Jennie Waits . . . Paul Aten ....... Miss Neff ....... Vincent Black . . Paul Jeffries . . . Gertrude Bock . . Jim Baumgardner CAN YOU IMAGINE .............................. Without a Temper ............................In a Dreadful Hurry ...........................With His Hair Mussed ........................... With a Jazz Orchestra .................................. Not Giggling .................................Not at a Dance ............................Without Chewing Gun. ...............................With a Lead Pencil ................................. Without Color ...............................Without a Minnie .......... ...................... Severely Peeved .................................. a Democrat .........................Teaching Dancing Lessons .................................Unable to Talk. ............................As a Soap Box Orator 90-------------------------M I R A (i E----------------------1921 FAVORITE SONOS. My Little China Doll, Lucile........................................ Thomas Alfred Alcoholic Hines ............................................ Mose Brenneman Alice Blue Gown .................................................... Carl Ochs I Left My Girl in Rockbridge.................................... Royall Adams Rose .........................................................Maurice Wheaton I’m Going to Marry Marian............................................ Jack Furniss Whispering ........................................................ Vincent Black Nobody But You. Dot................................................ WJllis Hyde Everybody Shimmies Now .........................................Dorothy Mattox Fair One ....................................................... Mabel Spybo.v Patches ............................................................ Marian Beery Harry! Harry! You Can't Fool Around with u Lot of Girls.........Tiny Herdman Is There a letter for Me....................................James Baumgardner Will You Be True (Allie) ................................... Robert Jeukinson Mary ............................................................... Walter Secoy We’ll Have a Wonderful Party .................................. The Senior Class Waiting ............................................................ Homer Moore That Girl Out West ................................................. Max Heft Sweet Adaline .................................................. Dwight Adams I’m Falling In Love With Someone................................E. Swinnerton Two Little Love Bees ..........................Murbel Mocker and Dorothy Gray When You're Away................................................ Jerry Wilder They’re Wearing Them Higher in Hawaaii. .................... The Kessler Girls Nobody Knows and Noody Seems to Care.................................. M. Eisele That Naughty Waltz ............................................. Charles Bonner Ixmglng for You ................................................ Hubert Huddle Oh. How He Can Dance................................................ Paul Jeffries Mystery ................................................. M. Marguret Pickering I Might Be Your Once in a While “Stan Pratt lovesick Blues ................................................. Donald Rockey Huckelberry ................................................ Eleanor Radebaugh AFTER DINNER ANTIDOTE CLUB. This Society constitutes the brains as well as the wit. humor and sarcasms of the rogues gallery.” Those who would qualify as full fledged members must be (1st) less than two and more than 90 years In stature. (2nd) rec- ommended and confirmed derelicts. (3rd) of laughable physiognomy. (4th) their vocabulary must not be too copious for the diminutive comprehension of the aforesaid members of this highly bumptious and in- finitessimal amalgamation of the physcho- analysis which constitutes the great un- derlying principles suppressed by Darwin in his great product of literary and mental : mb:lion entitled The Anthropomorphism Pomaceous Rodomotadations of the Poale- zaic Age. The charter members of this society are:—Daniel Robert Hoffman. Paul Culbertson Jeffries. James Robert Baumgardner. Charles Edward Bonner. Vincent Pool Black. Carl Joseph Ochs, Mary Irene Markwood, Sarah Elizabeth Swinnerton. Shakespeare Gertrude Beck. The following sign appeared on the board In Miss Aten’s room: BIG WEDDIN’. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ox deplore to an- nounce the weedin' of there extinguished sun Carl to the illuminated darter of Mr. Philan Thope and Mrs. Ann Thope namely Miss Con Strue to be celebrated on the second day of Septober in the year of Our Lord 1925 B. C. Given under the allspices of: Al K. Hall Ami Wright O. G. Whiz Ura Knutt flma Liar U. B. Krazy 1921 ----------------------M I R A (i E-----------------------91 • Miss Amerine to Ralph Humphrey in Caesar. Tell about the Germani. Ralph. It was very cold and all they had on was tbelt hides. Rill Cowden— I jumped two feet yesterday. Max Heft sleepily looking at Bill's No. 10's Yes, biggest two feet I ever saw. Benson Smith in 3rd History. The whole church is too big for one man to control. Miss Hendrickson. How about Heav- en? Benson, O, you see there won’t he so many there. Mr. Potts after repeating a question to Bob Gould. Robert can you answer this question now? Bob. Oh yes sir. 1 was Just thinking of density. After having delivered a speech on Pro- hibition in 3rd History. George Brenne- man was heard to remark. I had to drink six glasses of hard cider before I was able to deliver this splendid oration.” Mr. Zartman in Physics class. What is Is a vaccum? Senior (after a slight pause) Well— I’ve got it in my head but I can’t Just ex- actly explain It.” M. Bockert in Hamilton’s (after waiting for sometime)— Say. who waits on the nuts? Physical Geog. Teacher— Which is the most useful, the sun or the moon?” Bright Freshman — The moon, of course. The moon shines at night, when it is dark, and the sun shines in the day- time when we don’t need it. Conceited Senior How would I look best to have my picture taken? Honest Photographer— Standing grace- fully behind a tree. Freshie— Say! What does Aerial Mail Service mean? Senior— Why-a-that means we write on fly paper.” Elizabeth S.— My Uncle is an English Peer. Marion C.—“You haven't any thing on me. my dad is an American Doc. If education makes a person refined why is a college course? Senior— A fool is always sure, but a wise man is careful. Freshie— Are you absolutely sure? Senior— Absolutely sure! Miss McCoy In English class— When did the Revival of Learning begin9 Senior— Just before Exams.” ANSWER IF YOU CAN. What famous book did Thomas Wright ’ Where does Adaline Park her machine? Does Miss Hunt-work? hij Mary Mark-wood? Will Dorothy Pick’er-rlng? Is Paul Stoudt (stout)? Isn’t Helen Moody? Did Willie Hyde Dot? Is Vincent Black? Is Mi esse a Bum-gardner? Is Anett-a-Burden? Is Jerry Wilder than her sister? Has Goldie More-hart than she needs? Is Marie A Crook? Rose Keller: What is the height of fashion now? Ireta Huddle: “Slightly above the knee” Zartman: “What Is an iciclo? R. Halderman: A stiff piece of water . Lucile Marks: Won’t you sit down? Willie Wolfe: No. I Just had my pants pressed.” Willie: I’m going to ask your father for your hand tonight. Don't you wish me good luck?” Dot: “Yes. 1 hope he has on his slippers Adaline: You said you would face death for me.” Dwight: I know but that bulldog wasn’t dead. Coach: How many men are there on a football team.” Shrimp De Long: Ten and a quarter. )2------------------------M I R A G E----------------------1921 Mabel Spy bey: 1 heard such a good Joke today. I've been hugging myself ever since. ’ J. Baumgardner: You must be tired— lot me assist you.” Royall: Td get down on my knees and die for you.” Clara: Would you stand on your feet and work for me? MrT Butcher (in agriculture)w What gardens give the most satisfaction? Dick Hyde: Beer gardens. Red Moore: Gee! I ran over a milk bottle last night. Doc . Bounds. Wha’t the matter didn’t you see it? ' Red : No. the kid had It under his coat. Willie Hyde: Papa, are all men really born free and equal? Father: Yes my son. but a good many of them marry. A. Carr (in Physics): Is a ton of coal very much. Mr. Zartman? Mr. Zartman: That depends upon whether you are shoveling it or burning it. With the balmy weather the girls are beginning to show tine form on the tennis courts. R. Abbott: How’d you get that swell- ing on your forehead? I). Adams: Last night Adaline’s father heard me call her sugar, and he gave me a lump. Blackie: My irl told me she weighed 1120 the other night.” Jim: Stripped?” Blackie: “Yeh: she was in an evening gown. W. Secoy: Say. Carl why do people use screens on window� ? C. Ochs: Oh. that is to keep the flies on the inside from getting out. No, no Paul, only Irishmen are allow ed to have brogues. Orval Smith was in room 36th the other day. when some one hit him on the back with an eraser. Orval turned to Mabel Hummel who happened to be in the room, and said: Say. Mabel is my back dirty? Mabel: I don’t know, Orval. I can’t see through your clothes.” Gertrude Beck: I would like to buy my husband an easy chair. Salesman: Morris? Gertrude: No; Charles. Mabel Spy bey: I think I’ll wear my evening dress for a bathing suit this sum- mer. Dot Mattox: I don’t know about that; there awfully strict at the beaches about abbreviated costume� . Heard at Field Meet. Fair Damsel (watching pole vault) Just think how much higher he could go if he didn’t have to carry that stick. What was the matter with the doll you went to see hist night? You came home early.” “Yes. when I squeezed her she said, Papa.’ ’’ Miss McCoy in History Class— When Paul Revere made this famous ride all the men around Boston dropped their (hoes) and other implements and responded to the call. Bright Senior: Advertising Boston Garters? Chem. Prof. Mr. Potts: Homer, under what combination is gold most quickly re- leased? Homer Moore: Marriage. The new Freshman had been pretty much of a wall flower at the dance. On being asked how she liked the shimmies , she replied: I haven’t eaten a thing but sandwltches this whole evening. Prof. How do you heat water in this tube? By a bunsen burner or with heat of your hands? Brilliant Pupil: You heat it by de- grees.” 1921 M I R A G E Sophomore Girl: I am going to wear my hair A-La-Robert.' Freshie: How’s that? Soph: Bobbed. Freshle to Miss Perfect: Why has Mr. Potts so little hair? Miss Perfect: Because he thinks a lot. Freshle: Then why have you so much? Miss Perfect: Because—!! Oh go to your class room. Swlnnle’s is in luck. How so? Two fellows are calling on her. One is a florist and the other owns a candy store. Sopi� . When you walk, why do you make so much noise?” Bright Fresh. Tve got my heavy un- derwear on. Wife: I must dress at once, dear, the tBrowns are coming over. Shall I put on the percolator? Hubby: Don’t bother; you look all right the way you are.” Heard in Hamilton’s. J. Furniss: I'll take a Tin Roof. M. Beery: Give me the same, because if he dies I want to die too. “I say now, Adam and Eve were the first ones to use the modern filing system.” How's that?” They were the first to use the loose leaf system.” V. Black in Pub. Speaking Just after ex- plaining how a bird house Is made from a keg. Vincent: There Is an iron ring around the keg that the bird SETS on.” Miss Aten: Vincent did you say SETS on? Vincent: Why you don't suppose it would lay on It, do you? Mabel Spybey: Tiny, where did you get that blue ribbon? Tiny: Oh: 1 was up to Columbus at the dog show and a lady pinned it on me. Freshman: The farmer drove a four horse mule team. 93 Bruno: I fell out with my girl last night. Jocko: Wassamater?” Bruno: The canoe lipped over. Why do Miss Towt. and Paul Prim- rose in a Sophomore English class remind you of one of Milton's poems? Paradise Lost. (Pair of dice.) No. Helen, detectives don’t trace crim inals with tracing paper.” Miss Drinkle: Why there's a freshman in this class who isn't as dumb as you are. Sophomore: I know ma'm. but he 'hasn't been here as long as I have. Prof Zartman: Unprepared again? I suppose you wasted another night watch- ing the chorus girls at the Oprea House?” H. Herdman: Not the entire evening, sir. your head was in my way part of the .time.” Yeah, verily she showed her ankle, that's the reason the corn was shocked. Carl Shonting (orating in Public Speak- ing) Why this man was so high on this chimney that he dropped his trowel, and the handle rotted off before it hit the ground?” Roy Yoder was heard to remark: I’ll be able to be on my feet again as soon as my shoe solos wear out. A teddy bear sat on the Ice 'Twas cold, as cold, could be He soon got up and walked away My tale is told. he said. Miss Aten: Willis, please read the extracts. W. Hyde (with his arm in sling) I can’t read with only one arm. How funny life is. We are born crying, live complaining, and die disappointed. Miss Drinkle: Martin, what do you know about the island of Malta? Martin B. Why. they get maltese cats and Malted milk from there. 91 Mr. Potts, rushing into a barber shop. ‘‘Barber can you cut my hair with my collar on?” Barber: Yes sir. with your hat on if you like. Miss Aten: Royall, why don't you put those themes together?” Royal 1 A. ”1 thought I would keep the boys and girls apart.” This bit of poetry was kindly donated to us by some thoughtful person Something should be put in the Mirage About the favorable Cootie garage Some are large, and some are small And a few you cannot see at all. When Cootie garages are out of business There will be an awfulmess. I do not mean to tell a lie. 1 merely mean to prophecy. Don Uockey having perceived a splotch of egg on Chief Halderman's face cheer- fully called out: ‘T know what you had for dinner today.” Chief: “What?” Don: “Eggs.” Chief: You’ro wrong, we had eggs yes- terday.” Grace Merman to Miss Hendrickson: “The electric chair has been changed at the penitentiary. Miss Hendrickson: “How strange it was in the same place the last time I was there. TRY THIS. Take your girl in fond embrace. And put your arms about her waist: Then draw her up with gentle grace Until your reach the proper place. Then lip to lip. and nose to nose. Flippity-flop and away she goes. A Tragedy for Her. “Why so melancholy Mr. Zartman? “Miss Fricker rejected me last night.” “Well brace up. there are others?” “Yes of course, but somehow 1 can't help feeling sorry for the poor girl Miss Aten: Is there a new south to- day? Martin B. “Yes. there are new people in It. 1921 Mr. Potts in Chemistry: Harold how do you make a match?” Harold Wilt: I don’t know since Dor- othy turned me down. Miss Towt to brilliant Sophomore. “Give me a sentence with catarrh In it. Sophomore: She played her guitar. Miss Towt: Margaret, have you read any of O'Henry's stories?” M. Stelnhoff: I reported on Ten Mil- lion last year. Howard Highland was asked what acute meant. He said. In the dictionary it raid an acute angle is less than ninety degrees, and that if any one had acute indigestion their temperature would be less than ninety degres. Mabel Spybey: Some one put three tacks on my seat yesterday.” Paul JefTries: What kind, income tax (tacks.) Miss Hoffhines in spelling class the week following the Operetta “aeronaut is one who navigates the air. DONCHA KNOW. Miss Drinkle tin Ancient History) What do you know about Athens?” Sophomore (sleepily) Well it's about seventy miles from I uicaster and an in- sane asylum is located there. At The Theatre Hippodrome— Harold Wilt and Jack Martin In The Murderous Six. Teacher: What are those small oranges «•ailed? Brightness: Orang-outangs. (Meaning tangerines. Haldcrman in 4 English. While he was sleeping he fled as fast as he could. Senior to Fresh e: Do we have chapel this morning? Freshie: Oh gee. I can't go if we have. I have English the third period. M I R A Ci E 1921 Mints Towt: “Charles give me a sentence with casually in it. Charles G. The German casually drop- ped a bomb. A certain young man was calling on a certain well known girl of this school and as the young man was talking rather loud the big sister from upstairs called down. “You’d better be quiet down there, or you’ll have pop on your neck. Young man: “Oh. that’s nothing. I had Coca Cola on my shirt before I came out here.” On an English test covering Scotts Ivan- hoe the fifth question said. What value is the hook? Neil Elsie asked. “Miss Towt. does that mean the cost of the hook? Red” Trimmer: Oh. Mr. Hickson, can you turn this on? Mr. H. Well. I don’t know. Red”. My nose Is too big. 1 can't get it In to get a drink. Mr. Bruney: So you met my son in school? Francis Mock: Yes. we sleep In the same Civics class.” Rockey: Say. !(alderman did your watch stop when it fell on the floor yes- terday?” Halderman: No. you big string, it went on through. Rebating Team Visiting the Asylum. Asylum Inmate: Why! Aren’t you in school today? Tommy Alfred: This is Saturday, so we’re off today. Inmate: I’m off too that’s why I’m here.” Mr. Hickson (discussing humor) Why all these Jokes about girls' clothes when there is nothing to Joke about?” He st'.ll wonders what amused the class. Fete: I’ll say one thing for that garage, it always gives you your money’s worth.” Jake: I’ll say so. The last time I had my machine repaired there I found two screw drivers and a monkey wrench in the crank case. 95 The skin you love to touch. Father’s old leather Wallet. Jack: What'd your wife say when you got in this morning? John: She didn’t say a thing. Rut then I was going to have those two teeth pulled anyway.” Royall Adams. I could hang on your very words. C. Montaigne: Is my line as strong as that? OUR ALPHABET. All-round Athlete........Arthur Mowery Biggest Bluffer..........Ruth McClellan Classiest Clothes..... Shrimp Del ong Divine Dancer................Helen Moody Enchanting Eyes.......Fredericks Kessler Freshest Flirt......................Goldie Morehart Greatest Giggler............Martin Behle Happiest Hearted.........Ralph Edmonds Inquisitive Infant.........Robert Reed Jolllest Junior............Dorothy Rabe Kutest Kid............ Tommy Wright Laziest Lounger................Boh Abbott Meekest Maiden.............. Kate Nolder NOISIEST NUT..............Verne Silbaugh Our Orator....................I ee Clark Punkost Prune........................ Don I ehew Quietest Quibbler.....Jim Baumgardner Reckless Rascal...............Dora Fetters Sweetest Squawkcr........... Jack” Martin Tiniest Tot....................Roy Yoder Uninspired Urchin..........Paul Jeffries Vain Vamp....................Marie Crook Willing (?) Worker........ Doc” Coleman Xam-Xpert...............Elizabeth Haus Yawning Youth........................Homer Moore Zealous Zeke.............. Bob Shriner Etc................... Duke Hoffman NO RAISINS. Miss Aten— William what sort of an opinion would you get if you could see Sir Toby Belch?” W. Pickering— That he was ill-man- nered. M I R A fi E---------------------- NEVER SWEAT CLUB. STORMY. 9fi M I R A G E — 1921 Pres..............P. Culbertson Jeffries Vice-Pres...............C Joseph Ochs Sec'y.................P. Andrew Bauman Treas.................C. Edward Bonner HOOCH HOUNDS. Pres................... Duke” Hoffman Vice-Pres......................Vincent Black Sec’y.................Jim Baumgardner Treas..........................Arthur Walt WOMEN CHASERS. .Arthur Mowery . .George Martin ..Albert Darling Donald C. Miller BANDOLINE SOCIETY. Pres.................W. Halderman Hyde Vice-Pres...............W. Edgar Wolfe Sec’y...................•. .J. Paul Abele Treas..................P. Michael Stoudt ROUGE CLUB. Pres.......................Jennie Walts Vice-Pres..................Ireta Huddle Sec’y...........................“Spark” Trimmer Treas.............................Mabel Beougher LOVER’S CLUB. Pres.......................Koyall Adams Vice-Pres................Clara Montaigne Sec’y........................Dorothy Gray Treas.....................Murbel Bockert Miss McCoy (in Civics) Is there any- thing about Civics to remind you of 4th History? Roy Yoder: Same teacher. Hydra: They tell me it was an awfully dull affair. Fobia: 1 should say so. 1 would have been bored to death, if I hadn't been there myself.” Pres. . . . Vice-Pres Sec’y Treas. . . Claude— Say Don can Thalta cook? Don Lehew— I’ll say. she works Just like lightening. Claude— Yes and her cakes are as heavy as thunder. A DISCORD. Miss Neff— Kate what is a ventrilo- quist ” K. Hade— I think It is some kind of a musical instrument. THE WANT COLUMN. WANTED—A bottle of perfume. La Vera Trimmer. WANTED—A hair net. Fred Walters. WANTED—An inspiration. The Mirage Staff. WANTED—Some brains. Murbel Bockert. WANTED—Perambulators. For Fresh les. WANTED—A vote. Helen Moody. WANTED A position with u Jazz orches- tra. Donald Miller. WANTED—A new Ford. Bob Gould. WANTED—A new excuse for skipping. Vincent Black. WANTED—Some pep. Junior Class. 1921 -----------------------------M I R QUESTION BOX. vDear Editor: — My hair is falling out; what can I get to keep it in? T. Pott . Ana. Try a aack. Dear Editor: — Which ia the more needful, the sun or the moon? Oliver Tarre. Ana: The moon, Oliver, because it shines at night when it's dark and the sun shines in the day when we don't need it. Dear Editor:— Why is a crow? Ima Knutt. Ana. Cawa (cause.) Dear Editor:— What is a bassoon? Pul A. Pep. Ana. A development of one of Darwin's theories. Boy. page Paul Abele. Dear Editor:— Why are there knots on the ocean in- sead of miles? Kitty Katz. Ana. We couldn't have the ocean tide without knots. Dear Editor:— What is a caterpillar? Goodrich Mudde. Ans: An upholstered worm. Dear Editor:— What causes the funny smell in the Mirage room today? Ella Pliant. Ans. Jokes are dead. Dear Editor: — Why are the Middle Ages called the Dark Ages? G. Ivan Offulitch. Ans: There were many knights in those days. A G K----------------------------------- 97 Dear Editor: What would happen if toads had wings? Jough Awltphatteuer. Ans. You'd be able to fly. Dear Editor:— My girl told me last night I ought to lie like a tree. What did she mean. Tomie Katz. Ans: She probably meant you should bow (bough) and leave. Dear Editor: — What ia the age of trees? Ollie Voile. Ans. Foliage. Page Brother Castor. Dear Editor:— Why do they make engine wheels out of paper now? Iona Ford. Ans. For stationary engines, I suppose. Dear Editor: Why is Virgil Cline always late to class? Ohesa Nut. Ans. Because the bell rings before he arrives. Dear Editor: What made Alexander famous? Waita Minut. Ans. Because he spread Greece all over the world. Dear Editor: — Do you know why a woman Is dffcreut from a phonograph? Box Carr. Ans. I always thot they were about the same but I guess its because you can shut one of them off when you like. Dear Editor:— What three Latin verbs will Paul Jeffries always remember? Taptha Bell. Ans. Fecit . Gessit and Misslt. — 1921 98 - MIRA G E Boosting the Old High School 1 Faithful and true hearted. Let us cheer our dear old High We revere her and defend her and her colors proudly fly. We will stand for her united, of her deed we gladly tell. Her colors stream ng. glad fa--es beaming. So here's a cheer for her that we all love so well. 2 Honors she has taken On the track and with the ball. May she ulways rank the highest. May her colors never fall. There's no other that can match her When her team is on the field Her boys the fleetest. Her girls the sweetest. Then here's a cheer for her who nc’ei will yield. Joyous and ever loyal—Let us boast for our Old High Let every heart sing. I et every voice ring There's not time to grieve or sigh It's ever onward, our course pursuing. May defeat ne'er our ardor cool. Rut united we will boost for her. our Old High School. Newly adopted High School Songs. Chorus: 100 - M I R A (i I LANCASTER HIGH CLASS 1950. After being away from Lancaster High for nearly thirty years I accepted an in- vitation from a member of the faculty. Irene Witham. to visit the school. Irene and I went up to school together and 1 found a much larger and more beautiful building than the one in which 1 had spent so many happy days. The lawns were very large and the grass kept beau- tifully cut by the faithful Janitor. DeVVitt Bauman. Inside the building was just as attrac- tive with its spacious hails, its beautiful pictures, and its marble statuary all so gracefully and artistically arranged by the clever interior decorator. Florence Acton. As I walked down the halls with Miss VVitham I met Hilda Mohler. an old ac- quaintance and schoolmate, who was teacher of Domestic Science. I hud not been in the building long until 1 noticed a peculiar noise which seemed to come from the roof of the building and it sounded like the tramping of many feet. I asked what the noise was. Miss Witham told me that it was the Freshmen playing nine pins on the roof. The High School had installed two new branches since I had left. The first was compulsory physical training and Edgar Williams was the physical director. The second was the art of dancing and Benson Smith was the instructor. ”But who is the Superintendent and the Principal?” 1 suddenly asked, turning to my two companions. “Standish O'Grady is Superintendent and Claude Williamson is Principal.” Irene answered. Hilda suggested that we visit the school library. It was in the former chapel room and was completely tilled with books. I was surprised to see what my classmates could do in literary work as I found several books whose uuthors were my former classmates. One book es- pecially delighted me as it was a collec- tion of poems written by Isabel Klst.er. who was princ pal at Harvard College. After a long itay In the library we went out to watch the Freshmen play pussy- wants-a-corner. They were all well-be- huved child!en. but no wonder. With the authoritivc voice of Dora Fetters constant- ly grating on their sensitive ears I was not a particle surprised that they acted so decently. Anna Mary Slisher after graduating — 1921 front Lancaster High School had gone to Harvard and there received high honors for her excellent penmanship. She was then working for the King of Spain. Edith Rider was private secretary for King George of England and expected to leturn to the United States to teach En- glish in Lancaster High School. The news which almost stunned me was about Charles Bonner. He was Instructor mi Chemistry and had worked out a won- derful experiment by which if carefully followed would enable the people of the earth to count the number of points on all stars By this experiment he came to the conclusion that a base had properties d‘redly opposite to those of an acid. This greatly aided the Juniors in solving prob- lems concerning the volume of a gas un- der standard conditions. For this Mr. Conner was awarded the Iron Cross. The next place 1 visited was the chapel room. It was a lovely place with a huge stage and a pit for the seventy-six piece orchestra. Melva Ellis was the music supervisor. Another piece of news which greatly surprised me concerned Anna Pence. She had made several discoveries in Geometry, the most famous of which was an easy therom to prove that the three triangles formed when two circles are combined were equal to the sum of the two adjneent trapezoids not including the sides containing the right angles, or if the two sides were included the right angles were to be omitted and the sum of the two sides in cubic centimeters was to be multiplied by four and divided by seven to calculate the amount of space required in which to draw the circle. Miss Pence taught Geom- etry to the Freshmen, but I learned for some reason or other they were not able to understand the work. The Mirage had become the most famous school paper in America. Indeed, the Em- peror of Europe, had ordered a copy for his famous library, which included several hundred thousand volumes, but many fa- mous people had told him that it would not be complete without a copy of the M’rage. That day was one of the best of my life. I had had another glance into the lhves and work of my fellow classmates and I was proud to say that the class of twenty- two was acknowledged one of the most famous to leave L. H. S. THALTA STEINHOFF.