Lancaster Mennonite High School - Laurel Wreath Yearbook (Lancaster, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 50 of the 1946 volume:

7he fauna! Zffaedh 194 6 Selden fqnnual pfukze- 75cen61 PRINTKD IN LY 5 A LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL R 4, Lancaster, Pa. Dedication To ouk PARENTS, through whose ef4 forts, labor, and planning our privilege of Christian High School Education has been made possible, this Yearbook is affcclionately and sincerely dedicated. L SENIOR ANNUAL STAFF MILL STREAM STAFF 4 FAEULTY X 0 S X If - ' nl www-- P1'ineipal's Message J. PAUL GRAYB1LL Dear young people, members of the graduating class of 1946. It has been a pleasure to have you in school. YVhile it has meant some hard work for you and for us, yet we look forward for the reward of our labors in lives that have been enlarged and made more useful for the Master's work. In comparison with that which is to be learned in life, you have learned but very little. But we do hope that you have found a few rules for life and happiness which you can apply to life's situations in the years ahead. You will find that often hard work is the key that opens the door to success. Faithful' ness to responsibilities, large or small, is the groundwork for trustworthiness in life's responsibilities. Submission to those X who are over you will help you to Ht your life into its proper l place. Co-operation with those with whom you live and work will make life pleasant both for you and for them. You are now graduates of a Mennonite High School. The principles of the Scriptures as interpreted by the Mennonite Church have characterized the ideals and principles of your Alma Mater. Wle have endeavored to teach these principles and doctrines while you were in school. VVhile your adherence to these ideals may not always have been with prompt readiness, for at times it meant self-denial, yet we assure you that if you are willing to stand by your church and school as you go out from it, the Lord will give you many opportuni- ties to witness for Him in a needy world. The world just now is in great need of young peo- ple with a clear-cut message of Gospel truth, the message which your church upholds. So as you now leave us and are Embarking with Christ we send you forth with the wish that you will speak out boldly by word and life for your Lord and church. Never be ashamed of the testimony that is so much needed in the world that is in turmoil and un- certainty. Class Adviser's Message NOAH G. Goou These are interesting days for you, Seniors. You are doing a lot of planning about the important things you will do and be in the years to come. You repeat your motto with enthu- siasm and feeling. It has become to you something of a land- mark, an epoch. That is right. Some time there will be a coming back to normal things and ordinary life. Some time you will talk to some friend about your Class Motto. He will say, Let me see, I l1ave just forgotten what the motto was. Wfere you in the Class of '45, or the year fol- lowing? Can it be? Now it seems so important. You do not think that the events clustering around your graduation could ever lose their attraction. Even to you, members of the Class of '46, the same thing will happen. Naturally, there are some persons who remember the birthdays of all the babies in the community who will be able to call up all the details much 6 longer than the rest of us. Even you, Seniors, will in a few years pack some of these pictures and mottoes and eomtnencetnent treasures in trunks and drawers where they gradually fade out in memory. It is a fact, I know, for I have some old trunks in which the children find things of my school days. Once I would have considered it terrible to so ignore these precious things. It is only when the importance of these events takes its proper place in your thinking in the larger picture of your life that this graduation can have the significance that belongs to it. It is important now, you want it to be, but it is neither the dawn nor the sunset of any great epochg maybe not even in your life, although it seems to be that now. Recently I heard of a man who cattle back frotn the service with a lot of rank and credit. He had been getting big pay and great satisfaction out of his position. He came strut- ting into the ofhce of one of my acquaintances who is a County Superintendent of schools. I came to find out about my rights. he said in a dignified manner. Sit down, Charlie,-at ease now. not so stiff and formal, XVhat is it you wanted? said my friend. I'm Lieutenant ---- . I came to find out about my rights. Come, now, Charlie. I was that way once, too. I know your father and your grand- father. Then he went on to tell him his rights, named his prospective salary and the posi- tion he could expect.. Charlie had a few months at home that were 1101 pleasant. He could not understand why people considered so lightly what seemed so important to him. He is happy now, very happy. I sat in his rootn several days ago and saw how well he got along with his teach- ing. I asked him, after a long, pleasant conversation, IVhere is your service button? He smiled. I had a hard time with those things, but I consider them doodads nowf' This school experience has changed you. It is a part of you. You have a right to ap- preciate the good things you have received from your home training. school, and work ex- perience. The sooner you forget about rank. diplomas. being a high school graduate, or a member of this or that family, the better you will be able to make yourself useful to others. Do 1101. hesitate long to see il a job is equal to your social standing. Is the job necessary? Do it. You have before you the prospects of a life of usefulness and happiness, especially if you practice literally what your tnotto stands for. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to go into your hotne community and accept ordinary duties and do them in an extra- ordinary way. Time and tide wait for no manf' While they do not determine our fate or destiny, nor decide the goals we may reach in life, they do describe definite limits with- in which we must work out our destiny. All the ele- ments, with which we work are God giveng given for us to shape and fashion into usefulness. Also ours is the decision for whose use we shape and fashion. Some decide to devote their all to God after they have used it first for themselves. Then God gets it second- hand and outworn when the tide is nearly in. May every member of this class dedicate his life to God, beginning with this Commencement Day. -Amos W. Weaver. 7 The world you are entering is complex and evilg but you need not fear. A life wholly yielded to Christ will find a way. The true and eternal greatness lies in serv- ing even the least of these. I pray that each of you truly and sincerely are Embarking with Christ! -John S. Wenger. And to you who are Embarking with Christ -may God grant you a successful voyage under His guidance. Steer by God's stars and at long last He will bring you home to port where you may indeed see your Pilot face to face. -Edna K. Wenger. Life itself should be a great challenge to you becaus.e it gives you the chance to be happy and noble and true, the chance to lift burdens, to give blessings, to know God, and to experience God's divine purposes in your own lives. Accept life's great challenge with hand and heart strong in the grace of our Lord Jesus.. -Lois N. Garber. To the Seniors: There is One who is altogether lovely. He alone is able to make life rich for you, rich not necessarily in material wealth, but in those things which give a deep heart satisfaction. My wish for you, as. you go out into new experiences and new responsibilities, is that you may walk with Him, Not overrunning His sweet will, nor lagging far behindf' -Myra E. Hess. 8 Around the world reverberates the cry of human mis- ery and despair. There was for one brief moment a holy calm broken suddenly, impiously, by the rasping blast of Peace! from throats made hoarse by barking War! There is no peaceg there never will be peace except as it is the result of hearts united with the great heart of God, To you, Graduates, comes the greatest challenge of the agesfthe challenge to speak His perfect peace to a World that is restless, illusioned, sin-sick, and weary. J. Lester Brubaker. May the melodies and messages of the songs we sang together keep ringing in your hearts, inspiring you and better preparing you to mingle your voices with all the redeemed in the Glory World singing the songs of Moses and the Lamb to the praise of His glory who washed us in His precious blood. He hath made us kings and priests in His glorious Kingdom. -Christian K. Lehman. Beautiful lives are the fruit of beautiful hearts. Beautiful hearts are the fruit of a new birth experience. May you be used of God in s.howing the beauty of Jesus to the world because He lives in you. -Martha F. Mosemann. The Master of our lives is the same today as He was on that far-off Galilean day when He said, t'Peace be still, to the wind and the waves. He places His. nail- pierced hand on the helm of your crafts, and His touch is sure and strong. With Him life's calms are times of joyous fellowship, and its storms are grand adventures in comradeship with One whose presence forever com- mands peace. -Leah Kauffman. V SENIOR via +5 N ,.-,quam Nffla -,-:1-M7111 :-'1'- Nl ff:-'-' X KEK. .uo'M!y'hdLhYl0i-CW!.C,haK-dvdbflvvl, fdm4,'tr'th.iaJ!-'Uma-tJwo-nsble, 4. IGB-!4:D1'.. 1 Class Presidentis Message life, the Seniors of '46, are approaching a new era. Before us lies an unbroken trail, with obscure vistas of Opportunity stretching far into the unknown future. Four years at L.M.S. has given us a background, a solid foundation which prepares us to learlessly grip the Sword of Faith and enter the battle of Life. Life holds great things for him who accepts it. l'Ve must live for the best ol God's blessings. As we sail Liie's sea, the Master ol the Seas not only guides us, but keeps us in violent storms. Though Satan should bullet, our hope is in Christ. Victory through trial has the result of deepening and enriching our Christian experience. May we not be overwhelmed by the dazzling sights on every side, but steer lor our goal, our Saviour by our side, and within. -DANIEL KRADY. Daniel Krardy-Our class. president, Daniel, has successfully served four terms. His literary talents, ability as a leader in various activities, and co-operativeness mark him as a success.- ful student. His contributions of samples of his dry wit often add a bit of humor in as. well as out of the classrooms. In the field of music he also excels. He is the master of an extensive ' vocabulary which he daily keeps in practice. Keep looking up, Daniel, and He will lead you on to higher things. Jay Bechtold-Jay is the dark-haired, dark-eyed senior whose hobby, as well as part-time vocation, is painting. As a public speaker he will be remembered for his deeply sincere religious talks given on the Student Religious Programs and in prayer circle. Always let yourself be used as a brush in the Great Paiintefs hands, Jay, and your life will be one of satisfaction an Joy. Norman Brackbill-The tallest male member of the Senior class is Norman. His quiet friendly disposition- has won him many friends. A few of his many interests are physical education, song leading, and a maroon Chevrolet. Keep your sincere attitude toward life, Norman, and keep serving your Mas.ter. iz Verina Breneman-Dark-haired, dark-eyed Verna is the tallest girl in the Senior class.. Her speed and accuracy in addition have proved a great benefit to her in mathematics classes. Residing With Ruthie and Edna, she welcomes all visitors to Nok-N-Kom Inn. Supreme happiness is yours., Verna, if you wholly follow the Lord. Ivan Charles-A gentleman in the true sense of the word is our vice-president. His reserved manner and pleasing personality have won for him the respect of his classmates. An all- round student would fittingly describe him, for his. interests extend from work in the classrooms to musical, recreational, and extracurricular activities. He is known for his originality in-fideas as Well. Keep Christ your Captain, Ivang embark with im. Esther Fisher-Esther is the blond-haired young lady who is usually seen with Sara Ruth. Her carefree, unassuming man- ner gives to her a distinctive personality. The Lord will richly bless you, Esther, if you keep following His guiding hand. Glenn Gehman-An expert poultry farmer with an overflow of humorous quips and an ever-ready good-natured smile is Glenn. He is the efficient business manager of our yearbook, overseeing its financial matters. Keep following in His steps, Glenn, and He will lead you on to better things. 13 NOV qv 10 Katherine Herizler-Our dependable class treasurer is Kitty, who also shows a talented ability in a vast extension' of inter- ests. Her poetic ability and lyric soprano voice are evidences of the great part music plays in her life. Use your talents for the Lord, Kitty, and He will make you a blessing. Martha Hors!-Martha is the attractive blond-haired lassie with the flashing eyes. She displays a limitless sense of imagination in her creative writings. Her happy, carefree manner is one of her most outstanding characteristics. May the Lord guide you through life, Martha, and may you truly follow Him. Frank Kennel-Extremely quiet, Frank also centers his interests in commercial studies. His intimate friends say that he has the gift of a line sense of humor. He also has artistic ability. May He whose Peace, be still, calmed the storm be your Captain through Life's voyage. Naomi Kennel--Naomi is our competent class artist. By her drawings and illustrations. of hymns, many of us have been deeply impressed. Her skill also extends into the field of oratory and she is a very able debater. We feel sure, Naomi, that the Lord will blend the colors of your life into the master- piece of His perfect plan. I4 Ruth Krall-An expert secretary, Ruth shows her talents in the field by doing actual office work. She excels in shorthand and bookkeeping. One of her hobbies is travel and an objective is Florida. Keep on the Lord's side, Ruth, for He truly satisfies. Janet Kreider-Janet is our very capable literary editor. Among her many interests music ranks high, with vocal and piano as her favorites. All who know Janet know her as a sincere friend who is always willing to lt ,d a helping hand and spread a bit of sunshine. May you always keep close to your Pilot, Janet, as you are embarking with Christ. Alia Landis-Alta is one member of the Senior class who has attended L.M.S. during the entire four years of its establish- ment. She is quiet and friendly. In your own sincere way, Alta, mav you serve the Lord, filling the place no other but you can fill. Lois Landis-One of the quietest girls in the class is Lois. In her own calm manner she has. influenced the lives of her friends. May you always remain consecrated to your Saviour, Lois, that He may mold and Fill you for greater service in His kingdom. 15 Kenneth Lehman-If you hear a rich tenor ringing out across the campus, you may be very certain its talented owner is Ken. He is our outstanding class musician, composer of our class song. May you always use the talents with which the Lord has entrusted you, Kenneth, to honor and glorify His name. Ruth Longenecker-Ruthie-'s merry brown eyes and winning smile combined with her cheerful personality make her an asset to the Senior class. With her pleasant-toned voice, she can effectively give readings and poems. Always keep your high Christian standards., Ruth, and continually serve the Lord. Marian Marks-One of Marian's chief delights in school work is the chemistry laboratory experiments. She is also one of our efficient waitresses who faithfully serves in the dining hall. Anna Mae is her constant companion. May He who gives us. peace be your Pattern, Mariang live for Him. Edna Meizler--Small-featured and fastidious, Edna believes in doing all things decently and in order. She enjoys keeping her room neat and Hawless. Where Ruth Shue and Katherine Hertzler are, there's Edna. May your life be a candle in the World, Edna, with Christ the Flame. 16 Earl Mohler-'Chief cook and bottle washer, jack-of-all-trades, Earl occupies any territory from a chemistry laboratory to a sunny kitchen. His hobby is mixing all kinds of concoctions and then obtaining a finished product, which may be any material from hydrogen sulfide to banana pie. May the light of Christ shine through you, Earl, as you witness for Him. Sara Ruth Noll-A true farmerette, Sara Ruth loves animals- cats, dogs, cows, and sheep, She sincerely loves farm life and it is at her home that the largest sycamore tree in Pennsyl- vania grows. Climb, though the path be rugged, Sara Ruth, for only the straight and narrow way leads to heaven. Cora Oher-Quiet and gentle, Cora leads a sequestered life. She shows a studious attitude toward her studies and is sincere in whatever task she undertakes. If you wholly follow the Lord, Cora, He will make your life a blessing. Virginia Poley-Ginny is a versatile member of the class. A member of the Stylus Club, she portrays ability as a writer. Music is another of her specialties. In the realm of public speaking she also excels. May the Lord bless you, Virginia, as you go out into the world to witness for Him. IT Dorothy Reisinger-Quiet and studious, Dorothy is a member of the shorthand circle. With her pleasant personality and cheer- ful outlook on life, we know that she will go far toward the goal of success. In Christ we can have the more abundant life, Dorothyg keep following Him. Anna Mae Reis!--A pleasant disposition and a friendly smile- that's Anna Mae. She is another of our traveling lassies and has seen the exquisite western scenery-Grand Canyon, Paint- ed Desert, and the National Parks. She may be seen in the commercial building taking shorthand dictation under Sister Mosemann's careful supervision. Embark with Christ, Anna Mae, and keep Him your Pilot. Mary Rui!-Hailing from New Holland, Mary has attended L.M.S. only in her final year. A member of the Stylus Club, she is talented as a poetess. In her one sees the qualities of a real friend. She completes one half of another set of twins. in the Senior class, for in spite of the difference in their stature, she and Janet are twins. If you keep in the center of God's will, Mary, you will find true and lasting joy. Ruth Shenk-Seldom quiet is this girl from Mount Joy. She spent her last year with us. Ruth is a commercial student but is not planning for an office job right away. She tells us she IS needed at home on the farm. We wish hier a life of useful- ness. 18 Be!! Shirk-Bett com oses one half of the Shirk duet. Her Y Y P school interests. are centered in the Commercial field-short- hand and typing. She is active and ambitious and is keenly enthusiastic about athletics. Determined and independent, she is capable of making her own decisions. May the Lord be with you, Betty, as you live for Him. Mary Shirk-The other half of the Shirk duet is Mary. Her sin- cere smile and helpful personality have won her many friends. Her sympathetic nature keeps her doing small acts of kindness for others. Keep pressing toward the mark, Mary, and you will obtain the prize. Ruth Shue-Our competent class secretary who has so faithfully served for four years is Ruthie. Hers has been the duty of recording the minutes. of our often confusing class meetings. During this term she has been one of the three charming host- esses of Nok-N-Kom Inn on the third floor. An engaging smile for everyone is her unwritten motto. In all your ways acknowl- edge Him, Ruthie, and He shall direct your paths. Arlene Siauffer-Two of Arlene's. most striking characteristics are her sense of responsibility and her ability to get things done. One of her most highly enjoyed delicacies is hot fudge sundaesg her pet dislike is German I. Her dependability and willingness to offer assistance have won her a host of loyal friends. Keep Christ your Pattern, Arlene, and He will richly bless you. 19 Verna Siauffer-Another poetically-inclined young lady of the Class of '46 is Verna. She has made many Worth-while literary contributions to THE MILL STREAM. May your life be serene- ly happy, Verna, as you Walk daily with Him. Merle Siolizfus-Merle is the Senior lad with the crooked quiz- zical smile and merry twinkling eyes. He is another of our male home economists. and one of his main specialties is cup- cakest All boys should take his advice and learn to master the art of cooking. Embark with Christ, Merle, and hold high His anner. Sarah Stoltzfus-If you hear a merry laugh coming from one of the rooms on third floor, you can guess that it is Sarah. Her witty remarks and jocular nature add humor to school life. She enjoys taking part in Christian Service. There are many opportunities in this World for Christian service, Sarah, may you take advantage of them to the best of your ability. Naomi Thomas-If you hear an outburst of merry laughter from a certain group of girls, you may be almost certain to find Naomi in the center. Her sense of humor and clever remarks add sparkle and zest to her personality. She possesses the qualities needed to become a competent nurse, and is excep- tionally capable of entertaining small children. May the Mas- ter use you, Naomi, in His great field of service. 20 Rhoda Thomas-Rhoda is. noted for her dark brown eyes and her sweet friendly smile. She is one of our 'tladyw chauffeurs, skillfully capable of maneuvering an automobile. Always keep your cheerful personality, Rhoda, and let the light of Christ shine through you. Ivan Troxel-Ivan is one of the associate editors on the Mill Stream staff. His camera is persistently in use, for he has an unquenchable thirst for picture-taking, often catching his sub- jects unawares. He displays marked ability to give talks on our religious programs. Keep following Christ, Ivan, for He will lead you into paths of righteousness. Arthur Wenger-The shortest male member of the Senior class is Arthur. His. main interest is agriculture, for he is a farmer at heart. May the Creator of nature always be your Master, Arthur, as you labor to His glory in this field. Ol-'FICE SECRE'l'ARY'S MESSAGE CoNGRATu1.A'r1oNs to each of you who have reached the day that you were look- ing forward to for years. Keeping your motto before you, strive to live 21 noble and faithful life to God who is able to guide you into the field of service in which He would have you serve. WNIARY ELIZABI-1'l'H LUTZ. 21 54 3,33 f Ca 'X f Q1 as -if J-,s ., ju.,- . bi ff , E , U 4 Q 5 K W 'n I Q, K Q Q 'f . KK, , 'sk fn M , .,.., 55- ,E . g K. 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HARNISH. 24 ,yn J , -Y, ,- ' R 5 x Y , ' W Y w K K , ,c . Q ,Q r H , 3 0 K ,A ,, ., , -igliv A- ,f ' W 5 ,- , faffff , - ff f ia gene i Q 1 1, vii, 4 I 453 '4 1 1 1 ' 3 5? if fu. la It 'S' V4 wx 1 1' 2,12 5541. 'Hs bk N 3 -it JY Y w it Q, 592, it ww my QA .5 fa jp X W iw :si .gag fi' ,v gf 152 X 'gr f 'g U55 :it vii..-,.3,,, I3-.,.:V , fav! X it , Y 1 , 5 Sd , + K .e Q 3 iff' r fl 1 J A Q A 3 ,. X N J 4 1 , ,yt Wm - 3 :. ,. , - 1 ,xxx M255 . . Q h 5533? .ffm 2 9' was M fa w QD , -iii f!4fgru,n.fA22,u rx in Q ' f V 1 ,mu iz I ,Q Q ,Q 15, - 1 H 5' ' H 5.- 15,1 'JK m gwwgw 'iv 33 46 2, I 93,95 M f . ,gig ,fn 4. if Qv'w 'Y 'NdTJe.'Ul.e.b.I.hA.c un., SUPHUMURE Wi W xkq N 'Q x S w. NK. kdkhuwbnwtwamvf the. Mu fm,-,M the. ite-uv.e4.u,o,',, SOPHOMORE CLASS Officers: Paul Kurtz, John Ruth, Lydia Sensenig, Ruth Kling Sophomore The sophomore class, numbering thirty-four, has finished another year of school work. We all had our ups and downs, but with the help and patience of our kind teachers we've come through well. In fact, this school year has helped us in many ways. Our opportunity in coming here to school has set a challenge before us and we have responded very heartily. To you, teachers, we wish to express appreciation for the many good times you have planned for us and the help which you have given us. VVe especially wish to thank Sister Hess, our homeroom teacher, for her counsel and considera- tion. Congratulations, Seniors! We shall never forget you, and the happy ex- periences we have had together. Certainly we wish you the best that life can give, but more sincerely, the best that God gives. -PAUL KURTZ President. 28 .. :L ' , Y' i . , ' k Qiif, 4 I . xxx, t v, 1' Q 445 , ', ,M an + Sim ggf 9 U !'f ?,f s ' F f Mi? . 4,5211 , . ,Aki 5 .W Wi? 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XVe, the fourth Freshman Class of Lancaster Mennonite School, are sixty-four in number. There had been sev- enty-six, but for various reasons twelve of us have left. Each morning and noon we meet in the chapel for roll call, with our class adviser, Brother Xvenger. l'Ve have had many happy times during class and we are thankful for the pleasant fellowship we have had this year. Mile were also glad when the tests we had were over. The Freshman Class heartily congratulates the Senior Class and wishes them Gotl's blessing as they continue through life. -HAROLD ROHRER. 32 S. : . , QS 4 1 Q v .gg gi I , 1 1 - gf, 1 Q 'gf xj ., 'L If ,M K V 'f Q Q Z-'1 3 ' 1. - . A I .,i 52,5 I ,X - V , -fi! 'ul --Q if ? ,V M3115 . bf, ww . 5 L , .N A. :f1wi ',-1 li i Y I' ' v ff ' ,: S' V, 'ef- 'f'-.g . '-H . 1' 2.'lQl'k r b i:-Ef?'Q e-. Wg we rr 'A A if g vw mp' f , Q' .Y R .x E + X, W ,- Af' ul 5 ' ex 'Q 3 gi g SV . 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'wfxa . .'mw:2,..x..r 1 1 - -we :mf , My -2 ' W ww.-Ffa .. - .. .. if .' , . ,f4ff , , , 2- -7 -' --w if Q xm wfn wamisymi M, 'iw 1,1 Qrwfm 'sf 2 3 x 1- AETIVITIES ' -I-,,gn-vw 35 The Missionary Cheer Club Members of our club are keeping the workers on the mission fields well informed as to what is going on in Lancaster County. Each meeting of the club finds them busy looking for new names on correspondence lists and addressing letters to missionaries in India, Africa, and South America. They are eagerly awaiting answers to their letters. Some of us are learning the art of dressmaking. i'Ve are each responsible for making a child-size dress for relief from a pattern of our own choice. We are enjoying our experi- ences in needlework. -MARY RIEHL '47. First Aid First Aid as defined by our manual is the immediate, temporary treatment given be- fore the services of a physician can be secured. Our First Aid Club has tried to prepare itself successfully for such service to mankind. VVe have studied the essentials of temporary treatments. We found three circumstances in which one must act immediately. They are: asphyxiation, poisoning, and profuse bleeding. A few of the things most stressed in our study were artificial respiration, pressure points to control bleeding, the relief when someone has taken poison, the need for sterilizing wounds and bandages, and many others. Our class also has had occasion to hear about some of the freak accidents that are sure to happen in this line of work, such as a man living when a bullet had passed through his head and other similar experiences. After a year of study we are preparing for a test of our knowledge as to whether we are able to correctly help someone in need of our aid. This subject is very vital to prevent accidents and save lives. -lX'lARY ANN RIEHL. The Agriculture Club The Agriculture Club of 1946 consists of seventeen members. Of these members eight were in the class of '45. ive have as our adviser Brother John S. Wlenger. Our officers are as follows: Chairman: Glenn Gehman Secretary: Paul Kurtz Vice-Chairman: Robert Byler Treasurer: .john Ruth The class of 1945 planted corn and during the summer they met several times to hoe and weed it. This fall we harvested it, and the proceeds amounted to around SS25.oo. At some of our meetings the members discuss different farm subjects. At several of the meetings we judged pictures of cows that appeared in a farm magazine. The Agriculture Club is looking forward to the time when an agriculture class will be added to the regular curriculum of L.M.S. -ROBERT BYLER '47, The Needlecraft Club The Needlecraft Club is composed of eleven girls. Three of us are juniors, four are Sophomores, and four are Freshmen. This year we have had Sister Hess as our capable supervisor. We spent most of the time Crocheting and knitting. First we crocheted a pot holder, and then some started crocheting around handkerchiefs. Some of us have learned the art of knitting also. ifVe have enjoyed these activities very much and encourage you to take this course. -ORPHA GRAYBILL. Christian Service Most of us like to sing or at least to listen to others sing. In the club known as Christian Service we are given this opportunity. The main purpose toward which we are striving is to bring cheer to others. Our group of about seventy-live persons spends most of its time in singing at the Oreville Home, County Home. and for other shut-ins. VVe also sent Christmas packages to the children's home in Kentucky and the Children's Hospital at Elizabethtown. Truly we can say that it is more blessed to give than to receive. 36 -RUTH LONGENECKER. Nature Study XVon't you go along with the Nature Study Group for a walk through the woods on this lovely spring day? You will enjoy it I am sure! Before we start let me introduce to you our Nature Study Group which consists of twenty-four members. Among them we have ornithologists, botanists, astronomers, and geologists. Our class meets every other Monday at 3:00 o'clock under the direction ol Sister Garber. Now that we are on our way don't forget to look for spring flowers, birds, and trees. Look especially for the tall, lovely birch tree and robins! We also have some activities in our group, such as programs, con- tests, hikes, and our Nature Study Outing. VVe certainly have enjoyed our year studying nature. -JANET MELLINGER. Shop Class Buzz, Buzz, Buzz, Bang, Bang, Bang! XVhere is all that noise coming from? The shop. A certain group of six boys hope they won't annoy you too much, for we enjoy our work and wish there would be more time lor it. Our capable instructor, Brother Gray- bill, teaches us to saw, plane, sand, drill, and paint. Some of the projects are: stools, book- shelves, lamps, and a towel rack. These things cost little to make and afford us fun besides. Our group looks forward to this class being a regular four period one which has power equipment. -EARL DENLINGER. Music Club The Music Club is composed ol' students from the junior chorus as well as the senior chorus. The purpose of our meeting together is to sing for our own enjoyment and for shut-ins. W'e also study hymn interpretation and appreciation. Together with the Christian Service group the Music Club visited the County Home one evening after school and sang for the inmates. They seemed to enjoy our visit and I know we enjoyed singing for them. ' -KENNETH V. LEHMAN. Art Appreciation The purpose of our Art Appreciation Club is to give to the members a deeper appreci- ation for the great masters and their paintings. X'Ve have studied, in the course of the year, the works of such men as Raphael, Millet, Corot, and Da Vinci. Among the famous paintings we have studied were The Sistine Madonna, by Raphael, Feeding Her Birds, by Millet, and Da Vinci's Last Supper. Several members of our group with artistic abil- ity of their own have done a little sketching. All of us have learned to know our great paintings better. , -ANNA M. FREY. Stylus Club If you enjoy poetry, informal get-togethers, and tea and cookies, Stylus is just in your line. This club's main object is to help folks develop their own abilities and also a deeper appreciation for writing in general. To say that we enjoy it immensely is a fair beginning, and be assured of one thing-that Stylus experience will truly be of beneht to us as amateur poets. -KA'rHERiNE A. HERTZLER. Typing If you would pass by the commercial building on a Monday afternoon, you would hear about one hundred and ten fingers pounding the typewriter keys. But I don't want to mislead you. It isn't typing I or Il, it is extracurricular typing class. l'Ve're really doing things in this group. So far the best one is able to type thirty-nine words a minute. The rest of us are trying hard to reach that goal, or even beyond it. Thanks to our faithful teacher. -Lois A. Goon. 38 EMHARKINB WITH CHRIST 5 39 Emharking with Christ lX'TARY L. RU'l'1','46 The privilege of secular instruction blended with a Christian environment has been ours. Some of us have had this opportunity for four years, some for three years, others for two years, and a few of us have enjoyed this privilege for only one year. But now, as never before, we realize what life means. X'Ve leave the protective walls of a Christian institution and Christian teachers in the past. These pleasant times we have reveled in will all too soon be majestic memories. The bell from the ship of life sounds: we must embark. The future lies before us like a vast untrodden chasm. Life is ahead of us. Does the future appear dark and threatening? No, it cannot when we have jesus as our Pilot. Youthful dreams and ambitions are yet unaccomplished. Uther ships of life around us are making an attempt to endure the oncoming StO1'H1. The billows of temptation are tossing them about in the W2ltC1'S. Ships have gone down already in the dark waves of sin. Cries for mercy are being sent forth by many vessels which are on the verge of sink- ing. Youthful ships are embarking, but how? They have no Pilot in their vessel. They have no assurance of His guidance, protection, and care. How discouraging to know that one must steer the helm utterly alone! The thunder is crashing: the dark, storm-threatening sky is illuminated as the light- ning flashes. Monsters of sin and despair lurk everywhere. The ocean rises, but above all the storm we hear the Pilot's comforting call that He will embark with us. Wlhat a message could be l'Il01'C welcome! Life's journey will be a long but happy one. Wle will have to make our choice with God's help, as to what port in life we will choose as our destination. The city of commercial work may look attractive to many. A few will feel the impulse to work in tilling the soil. Perhaps some will have a desire to use their talents in teaching others the fundamentals of reading, writing, and arithmetic. The cries of the heathen in Africa and India will probably haunt some until they go to serve Christ there. The challenging call of the medical profession will be answered by some members of our class. Although the goal can be obtained only by hard work, Christ stands calmly by our side and whispers, Lo, I am with you alway. Mariners, in days gone by when preparing for a voyage, took possessions with them which they knew they would need in order to endure hardships that they would encoun- ter. Mle as members of the Class of 1946, cannot and will not succeed, if we do not prepare for this voyage. Only as we put on the armor of God can we be certain that we will dock safely at the shore on the other side. The lifeboat of Prayer is a necessity. His Wlord will be an asset in overcoming the temptations we will meet, Constant communion with Him as He guides us in our course will make life a blissful event. Tennyson counseled, Follow the Gleamf' Yes, let us strive to obtain that goal which we are longing for as we leave the harbor. If we embark with Him our fears will be crushed, our faith will be strengthened, the prize will be obtained. Elnharking with Christ V1-tRNA STAUFFER Launching into life without Christ is like a ship leaving harbor without a pilot. No one who makes this fatal attempt has taken time out to reflect on the great cost. Drifting will be easy for a time, but the day of storms is inevitable, and will ap- pear on the horizon of each one. Embarking with Christ into the tempestuous sea of life will be life victorious. No struggle will be so incessant or temptation so strong that it will east us adrift if we keep anchored in Him. 40 Meditating on our motto brought to my memory the beautiful poem, Utjrossing the Bar, written by Alfred Lord Tennyson. This poetn brings to my mind the scene ol' a small bark adrift on murky waters with dark, billowing clouds hanging threateningly overhead. I always like to associate our motto with this last composition ol' his innnortal writing. But I see more looking heavenward, away from the restless elements, and a light most brilliant and steadfast streams from above penetrating the unfatltotnable gloom. lt Hlls n1y soul with awe. Beyond it abides the Captain ol' our soul, the Pilot, ol' our bark. And some day after the trials, the cares, and the disappointtnents ol' our earthly mission cease, we shall see Him and repose in this eternal calm. Class Will Vikonsm PoLi:v We, the members of the Senior Class of 1946, do hereby bequeath the following to members who will step into our shoes. XVe solemnly lay aside our rights and allow the heirs to take them over. Ruth Shank reluctantly gives her vim, vigor, and vitality to Daniel Kraybill. Earl Mohler gives his ability of trying to be funny to Elizabeth Brubaker. Ruth Shue donates her typing ability to Lillian Mosteller. ' Lois Landis wills a portion of her quietness to Susan Shreiner. Kenneth Lehman entrusts his clear tenor voice to Abram Hostetter's care. Daniel Krady wills his enormous vocabulary to anyone in need of it. Rhoda Thomas cheerfully transfers her bright smile to Lester Blank. Naomi Thomas slyly lets Erma Ranck take over her ability to make one laugh. Frank Kennel gladly bestows his bashfulness to Harold Stolulus. Naomi Kennel reluctantly wills some ol' her art ability to Elizabeth Frank. Ivan Charles sadly gives his little giggle to Anna Miller. Arthur NVenger gives his inexcessive height to Miriam Groll. Esther Fisher willingly gives her nervousness ol public speaking to Mildred Craybill, Martha Horst reluctantly wills her blond hair to Lois Miller. Anna Mae Riest too willingly gives her double chin to Alma liby. Ivan Troxel gives some of his seriousness to Helen Mosteller. Verna Breneman shrinks to give her excessive lteiglu to Katherine Pltetttteger. Glenn Gehman debits Robert Gehman his business ability. Betty Shirk hesitantly bestows her pep to Melvin Hess. Mary Shirk wills her shorthand ability to -lanet Mellinger. Ruth Krall gladly donates her business efficiency to anyone who needs it. Virginia Poley reluctantly donates her miscltievousness with compliments to Sydney Carpenter. Katherine Hertller wills part of her musical talent to anyone who truly wishes it. Marian Marks wills her love of debating to Rosanna Yoder. Norman Brackbill wills his seriousness to Robert Hostetter. Alta Landis wills her slimness to Evelyn Mleaver. Merle Stoltzfus bestows his lack of stature to john Landis. janet Kreider cheerfully donates public speaking ability to Roy Martin. Sara Ruth Noll gladly gives her hatred of mathematics to Chester Sensenig. Jay Bechtold hands his paint brush over to Henry Harnish. Arlene Stauifer wills her gracefulness to all who may have a desire for it. Verna Stauffer wills her poetic ability to Lois Shirk. Ruth Longenecker wills her ability to converse to Mary Huber. Edna Metzler gladly gives her sneeze to Naaman King. P Mary Rutt gives her ability in public speaking to Orpha Graybill. Sarah Stoltzfus donates her love of fishing to Mary Riehl. Cora Ober wills her gentleness to the future senior girls' basketball team. Dorothy Reisinger bestows her ladylike ways to all the luture senior girls. 41 Class History Norman Brackbill 1942-1943 September 14-Lancaster Mennonite School opened with us entering as Freshmen. October 2-The meeting of Lancaster Conference afforded us a day off. October 8-For the first time we enjoyed our lunch out in the meadow under the canopy of heaven. November 25-We welcomed our report cards for the first time. December 23-Christmas Social in dining hall. We exchanged our gifts with pleasure. December 28-Short Termers join us. . January 26-Brother Stoner Krady brought to us challenging messages in a series of meetings. February l-We received the first issue of the Mill Stream. February 2-Election of class officers. March 19-We displayed our talents in giving a program. March 22-We were again drawn near to the Lord through the meetings conducted by Brother Milton Brackbill. April 8-First Science hike in the woods. April 28-Prayer meeting in the woods. April 30-Sister Lark started to teach English and Science as a practice teacher. May 20-First class outing. May 31-High School year number one passed into history. 1943-1944 September 13-For the iirst time Commercial subjects had a part in our registration for some of us. September 23-A new feature in the life of the school was the Thursday Spiritual Life program. October ll-Extracurricular activities met for the first time. October 19-Brother Raymond Charles, Brother Earl Mosemann, and Sister Lois Garber presented a picture of itinerant evangelism in the South in our Student Religious program. November 23-After visiting our friends in the dormitory, we enjoyed an appetizing Thanksgiving supper. December 14-Through the efforts of our evangelist, Brother John S. Hess, two students gained victory in Christ and others were strengthened. December 27-Sixty-six Short Term students joined our family. February l-3-Short Term students enjoyed with us heart-stirring messages from Brother Stoner Krady. February 4-Farewell to Short Termers. February 21-We are busily working on our Autobiographies for English. March 8-We are enjoying the novel, The Tale ot Two Cities, in English Class. May 3-Sophomore outing. May 8-Brother Milton Brackbill in a series of revival meetings pointed out to us evils that may be present in our lives. May 23-Testimony meeting. May 30-John Mosemann delivered the Commencement Address. 1944-1945 September ll-We s.tepped another rung higher on the ladder of school life. September 25-Get-acquainted social. Novembgr ll-We were given a series of evangelistic messages by Brother Elmer Ko . November 21-Was the Thanksgiving supper delicious! December ll-Brother Troyer, missionary from India, spoke to us. December 13 Student Honor Society was reorganized. December 22 Gift sharing was an object of enjoyment. January 29-An abiding peace filled our hearts as Brother James Hess spoke to us from God's Word in a series of revival meetings. March 1-This. month we are studying the classic, Silas Marner. March 20-Brother John Lehman, itinerant missionary in southeastern United States, was our guest speaker. March 30-John W. Hess delivered a series of challenging messages. May 18-We entertained the Seniors in the Junior-Senior outing. May 31-Brother John Leatherman gave the Commencement Address. 42 1945-1946 September 11-We entered into a new era. We are now Seniors. September 12-Brother Mahlon Hess delivered the opening address, f'Worthy Goals for Christian Students. October 16-Martha Horst entertained a number of us at her home. November 14-A memorable evening for the Seniors. We were entertained by Earl Mohler at his home. November 15-We met to choose our class motto. November 20-25-Brother J. Irvin Lehman in a series of revival meetings gave chal- lenging messages for yielding our lives more wholly to God. November 27-Memorable Thanksgiving supper. December 19-Christmas vacation starts a little earlier because of an outbreak of influenza. January 3-Even though Christmas was over we appreciated the exchange of gifts. January 11-The Senior class presented orations. February 7-Student Honor Society reorganized. February 19. 20-Ministerial Meeting brought more activity to L.M.S. February 23-Enjoyable Class Party at Sara Ruth Noll's home. March 13-Mixed Chorus was varied with Kenneth Lehman substituting for Broth- er Christian Lehman. March 14-Our ten-minute original speeches for English began. April 2-12-Brother Martin Kraybill directed us heavenward in a series of meetings. June 4-We appear on the threshold of life and are equipped to plunge forward into its many realities.. Class Prophecy NIARTH.-X Hoksr Since lunch was over, the table cleared, and the dishes could wait a few minutes, I decided it would be an ideal time for a snooze. Now to one given to visionary dreams this one would not seem unusual, but to me never having had one in my life it seems most fantastical. I found myself traveling through Lancaster County. It seemed as though my point in view was to discover a quiet little town in which to end my roaming and settle down. My search ended in the discovery of Pet-lution Heights. Looking and inquiring about I found that Ivan Charles was the founder of the town. He built the first house and later planned the whole town. IVell, well, I thought, I went to school with him. As I went in to his office to speak with him, I saw Ruth Shue who was his private secretary. After talking a while I became hungry and asked him where in town there was a restaurant. He directed me to the Scientific Cafe. This cafe I found to be owned by Earl Mohler, who concocted all kinds of foods in his laboratory. As I entered I was greeted with a smile from the waitress, Ruth Krall, who told me that the cooks were Marian Marks and Anna Mae Reist. The cooks prepared the meals from capsules of dehydrated foods, which when cooked took on the form of fresh meat and vegetables. These capsules were prepared in his laboratory by the scientist him- self. I resumed my exploration of this dream town by walking down Main Street. Before long I came to a shop called Ginny's lixclusive Shop for Ladies. Upon entering I saw Virginia Poley, who was the manager. and Rhoda Thomas. the assistant clerk. Natural- ly we talked of our senior year at Lancaster Mennonite School in 1946. Virginia told me that Ruth Longenecker was a l'armer's wife and was living not lar from town. Rhoda said that if I wished to see Sara Ruth Noll I would find her on a farm about a half mile from town. Since I wanted to survey the whole town in one afternoon, I had to leave them and hurry on my way. The next shop I went into was a novelty shop. All of the pictures and pottery were hand painted. Of course you all know that Naomi Kennel was the owner of this interesting shop. 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I went to investigate and discovered that Glenn Cehman was the leading depositor. The cashiers were Frank Kennel and Dorothy Reisinger. Ruth Shank was Clenn's capable stenographer. Since I had not yet found a house to live in, I decided to go to the I'erl'ection Heights newspaper oflice to place an Had. To my llllCl' amazement I lound janet Kreider to be the editor, and Mary and Betty Shirk journalists. .lanet advised me to go instead to the town's real estate agent, Kenneth Lehman. Since his ofhce was next door, I immediately left to speak to him. Here I was given prompt service, after a few vocal selections to refresh in my memory Kenneth's ability to sing. After I purchased the house I wanted, he told me that Arthur Wenger was the tenant of his dairy farm near town. As the day was coming to a close I began to walk back to the hotel, but when I came to the Perfection Heights Mennonite Church, and noticed that they had services this eve- ning, I entered. The program was in charge of Norman Brackbill, the minister, who told us that the program would be given by returned missionaries. These missionaries were Lois Landis and Cora Ober, who had served in India, and Verna Staufler. who spent seven years in Ethiopia. Katherine Hertzler conducted all the music. While talking to several of my friends, whom I was surprised to see here, I learned that Sara Stoltzfus was in the Community Hospital. She had broken her arm while driving the tractor on the farm. So on my way from church I stopped at the hospital to visit her. Here I found Naomi Thomas to be the superintendent of nurses and Daniel Krady to be the surgeon. Edna Metzler and Esther Fisher were nurses. Come, Martha, called Mother: these dishes must be washed. Yawn-. Oh, why must one be called out of such a wonderful dream! 45 The Voyage of Life .IANIQT KRICIIJICR Today We stand at the harbor O'erlooking a turbulent sea: Threatening, angry, seething, Disheartening waves we see. Lightning and thunder are crashing, Ships tossing to and frog VVinds lash in hurricane fury, Storm clouds are hovering low. Around us secure in the harbor The craft of our friends we behold, Safe as the flock of the shepherd Securely enclosed in the fold. Sheltered we rest in still waters, Protected from fear and alarm: Our ties to the land safely fastened, Our craft have been kept free from harm. But today at the first tint of sunrise, VVhen the beautiful lingers of Dawn Reach softly across the horizon, Uur ties to the land will be gone. The cords will be snapped asunderg From the land's clinging grasp vve'll be free To attempt to o'ercome the wild fury Of Life's turbulent, merciless Sea. But oh, can we battle the Tempest? W'ill the winds and the waves overwhelm Our frail craft? is there no one to save us? Is there no one to steer the helm? Ah, yes, for from over the waters Comes a challenging call, crystal clear, From the One who can quiet the whirlwind, Hlt is I. Peace, be still. Do not fear. Embarking with Christ' is our motto. If He is our Captain, our Guide, Can we shrink from the oncoming battles? VVe have victory with Him by our side. And when we have traveled Life's ocean, And the conquests with Error are won, May the cargo we bring Him be worthy Of His welcome refrain, VVell done. 46 1? UVM III! XX . ,L if-If ff 'xi lil : Qiffifi X., gk . K me-,f ,i--1114 s w I! , rhril, ' Q , , .,.,,,,, -fn, Yf . ',. W W. X X- 5' A. -I sf A ' 4.12, , V Ji' ff: 54 ' 1 M F w 'fm f , f Li . , 3 M .. .. ,af I-.M iv 55. 'k me 4, , d, 5 ,v Q 5 X -it , I i k 'L Q 10? , 1 Ng xi gg t f. il X , ,.,, xv . -.-1 1-'fl QM ,dv-