Lincoln High School - Lincolnian Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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Seniors THE LINCOLNIAN ‘Page 1 1 AN APPRECIATION. A well known preacher of New York City, who writes for the Kansas City Post, said in a sermon, “The success of any enterprise depends entirely upon two forces, one a force of the mystic Almighty, the other of unseen but forceful influence of an individual booster. This booster, however, may always be found to be an unassuming, modest, sacrificing per- son whose one aim is the success of his enter- prise and is usually a co-worker of the pre- viously mentioned mystic force.” In analyzing this complex but well expressed statement we found that it fitted grandly to the character we wish to discuss. In person of Miss Carolyne Brydie, instructor of Latin and Dramatic Art at Lincoln. She has been the prop of the Senior Class, has grieved at our grievancs, smiled when we smiled and worked for us incessantly, not- withstanding the fact that her recent illness had still held a slight check on her hereto- fore activities. For our programs, our . plays, commencement exercises, and even our con ' duct and dignity, we are indebted to this beloved woman. And in a simple manner we wish to publicly thank her. The Class of 1916 also takes this means to leave with her the impression that, regardless of the number of colleges or the professions we might follow in years to come, the name of Miss Carolyne Brydie will always be dear to us. CLASS OF T6. A VIEW OF THE YEAR. A musical program was given the first Sun- day in each month during the year by the Lincoln High School Orchestra, together with one or two members from the outside. The last program was given Sunday, May 7, 1916. Most of the numbers played were selected by a request from different persons through- out the city. The program was rendered with much talent and skill and should induce tho e who are to attend school next year to con- tinue this work and endeavor to increase the size of the orchestra and assist in building up the reputation of our school. On the evening of November 23, 1915, a social was given at Garrison Field House in honor of the Lincoln High School football squad. We were very glad to have a few of the Sumner High School students. Everyone had a delightful time. Upon invitation of our principal, Professor Lee, Mr. Alexander, who is a business man of this city, made a very helpful talk in the Assembly Hall, Friday morning, December 10th. He first gave us a brief history of his early life, and told how he had been able to succeed in business. He also gave us instri. ;- cions to enable us to achieve success in all of our undertakings. Maceo T. Williams, who is a member of the Senior Class of Lincoln High, gave a violin recital at Ebenezer Church, January 14th. He was assisted by Mr. Weston and Prof. F. J. Work, who are some of the best talent of Kansas City. Friend Maceo did some fine work, of which we were very proud indeed. Mr. Stewart, an ex-student of Lincoln High and a partner of one of the graduates of this school in the real estate business, formerly of Winnipeg, Canada, talked to us January 14, 1916, giving a brief history of his life and success. The motto that helped him to be successful is, “I will find a way or make one.” Prof. Lee dilevered one of his splendid ad- dresses at St. Joseph, Mo., on Saturday, Jan- uary 1st, upon the occasion of the celebration of the emancipation of the Negro race in America. ROBERT ADAMS Some draughtsman Talking to B. D. EDITH GOOCH Tee hee-er extraordinary Lavghing % 1

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Page 1 0 THE LINCOLNIAN Seniors BERTHA CARTER Quiet ? ? Oh for size 1916 Members Their Charadteri ics and Chief Delight JAMES CHANDLER Needs a Big Ben English, of course EDGAR UNTHANK Editor-in-Chief SAXIE ENGLISH and LESTER HENDERSON ....Associate Editors M. LORRAINE JACKSON Alumni Editor STERING GREEN and LEMUEL WILLIAMS. ...Business Managers BEATRICE PARSONS, NEAL HERRIFORD, ROSA EVERETT, Class Reporters. EDITORIAL COMMUNITY MEETINGS. Always eager to grasp any idea which will better his race, Professor Lee started on Sun- day, November 21, a series of meetings which became to be the most popular affairs ever inauguurated in connection with school work in Kansas City. The quality of the speakers, men of distinguished reputation, soon brought forth to these meetings a representative audience each time. Splendid music by our orchestra and by other talent was always fur- nished by Professor Work, and before the second meeting was had a spirit of eagerness for the next meeting was noticeable among a large majority. But better still the benefits derived from the advice given by those men is priceless. Advice is always acceptable when it comes from those who have mastered the subject upon which they speak. These men were in every instance representatives of their snecial line. Beginning with Dr. Paul Paquin, health director of Kansas City, who spoke on “Sanitation of the Teeth,” these programs continued monthly, seeming each month to be better. Each man seeming to be more elo- quent than the other. On December 19th, Mr. F. C. Trigg, of the Kansas City Star, spoke on “The School and Good Citizenship.” His amazing knowledge of the Bible impressed all, and he ably proved his point by his quotations. On January 16th, Mr. E. E. Rouse, of the Missouri Savings Bank, spoke on “The Saving Habit and Edu- cation.” His chief plea was for everyone to be thrifty. The hodcarriers union were our particular guests on thiis occasion. Judge R. S. Latshaw, on February 20, held those who had always been terrfied by that con- nected with his name in former days, spell- bound by his smooth, impressive voice on the subject, “Education, a Remedy for Crime.” Mr. J. A. Harzfeld delivered the next address and it is the writer’s opinion that there is no better read man, no man capable of quot- ing more from such a varied list of writers, than Mr. Harzfeld. He spoke on “Evidences of Race Progress,” and in a forcible way he encouraged us greatly. The April meeting was in charge of tne women’s clubs, who turned out in full. Mrs. Fuller of the Atheneaum Art Club delivered a most instructive address. The last, which is still fresh in our minds, was a masterpiece in oratory on a simple subject, a feat hard to accomplish. Mr. Billikopf, of the Welfare Board, in a style all his own, gave us some action that impressed all. He spoke in place of Hon Frank Walsh, who although scheduled was forced to be out of the city. This ended the community meetings for 1916, but happy to say they are to be continued next year with an even better and more elaborate pro- gram promised. O what a help to the race, what an addition to Lincoln’s history these meetings have proved themselves. ED J. UNTHANK.

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Vage 12 THE LINCOLNIAN The Seniors ROLAND BRUCE ORCHESTRA VIOLINIST Tailor’s model Browns and music 1916 Members Their Characteristics and Chief Delight ALBERTA WHITE HONOR STUDENT Miss Preparedness Study, study, study On the same day, in our auditorium, an emancipation exercise was held. A splendid program was given and eloquent talks by Rev. W. H. Thomas of Allen Chapel and by Prof. Marquess of Sumner High. Dr. J. E. Dibble was master of ceremonies. A large audience was present despite the cold weather and the fact that it was held at noon. Upon the request of Prof. Lee, January 7th, a few members of the Senior Class gave a brief account of how they spent the holidays. Most of them were very interesting. Those who spoke found it very difficult to make a speech without having committed it to memory. On December 3rd, 1915, a Japanese gentle- man, Mr. Herati, visited Lincoln High School and gave a very interesting address on the friendly relations exisiting between our coun- try and his. He also discussed the almost impossibility of war between the United States and Japan. On the morning of April 7th, the students and faculty of Lincoln High School were hon- ored by the distinguished presence of Madam Hackley, who is not only counted one of the foremost singers of the race but of the world. She not only entertained us by her rare and splendid singing but imparted to us much knowledge, touching upon the good points of the race, and told us how each and every one of us may attain the heights to which she has climbed by the correct use of our diaphragm and vocal cords. Bishop Johnson delivered a short address March 10th, giving an account of his sojourn in Africa. He gave a description of the dif- ferent tribes and their characteristics. He also offered some helpful suggestions which, if we heed, will go far toward making us a finer and more zealous lot of students. On March 10th a social was given by the Seniors at Lincoln High. A short program was given, after which there was dancing, marching and a few games. Refreshments were served in the girls’ lunch room. All who were present had a delightful time. During the month of March, Lincoln was visited by the Senior Class of Western Uni- versity, under the direction of Prof. Gregg. They were very pleasantly entertained by our Senior Class, who acted as hostess for the occasion. On February 26th, Prof. Harrison, the noted dramatic reader, gave a recital in the high school building. His program was very ex- cellently rendered. On May 19th, a May party was given at Armory Hall on the corner of Cottage and Vine, by the Senior Class. It was very largely attended and those who were present enjoyed themselves to the very highest. Mr. Bowser gave a short interesting talk in the assembly Friday, May 26th. His sub- ject was “Dreams.” He gave a few Biblical dreams as illustrations of dreams . while a person is sleeping and gave the invention of the steam engine together with a few others as the results of a dream with the eyes open. He emphasized the advice and urged that we put our dreams with our eyes open to the best use that we possibly can. On the evening of October 8th, the Lincoln High School football squad gave a grand social at Armory Hall, under the leadership of Captain Curry and a few other young men of the Senior Class. This social was largely attended and was chaperoned by several of our teachers. All who were present had a delightful time. Prof. William H. Dawley attended the funeral of J. Milton Turner, November 7, 1915, who was one of the most influential Negro leaders of St. Louis, Mo. On his returned, November 8th, he gave a brief out- line of the life of this great leader and also an account of the funeral. We welcomed many fellow students from Sumner High on November 13th, who used their day’s vacation inspecting our work. During the teachers’ convention in the month of November, many teachers from all over the state visited our school during their recent sojourn in our city, and expressed themselves as being well pleased with all they saw and heard. Mr. H. O. Cook visited the Emporia High School on April 20th and made a report on his visit to the students and teachers of Lin- coln High. He gave a few interesting points on the way that the school was conducted which proved very helpful to L. H. in gen- eral. Prof. William H. Dawley made a visit to Topeka High School, April 28th, 1916. He found a great many things which he thought would be helpful to his own school and in a report to the students of this school, he sug- gested that these things should be adopted by them.