Maplewood Academy - Maple Log Yearbook (Hutchinson, MN)

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I x f X . J 1 HUTCHSONIAN , ..,., nw sr n N, P X Ma lc-:wood Ban uct N SUNDAY evening, October 5, Maplewood entertained two hundred- tifty guests at the fourth annual banquet, given this year in honor of the class of 1931. 1IThe dining room was beautifully decorated in har- vest colors. One long continuous table extended around the room. The center pieces of luscious fiall fruits on a background of green and gold, the favor cups flaunting saucy butterflies, with tall wax tapers, made the table very tempting and inviting. At six o'clock the dinner was announced by Miss Tubbs, and words of thankfulness to our heavenly Father were expressed after all had found their places. The excellent and prompt service given by the waitresses, dressed in green gowns, and waiters dressed in dark suits, added to the pleasure of the dinner. Before the flrst course was finished Elmer Hagen and Mrs. Floyd Kleiman played a cornet and violin duet. Elder Yost, macting as toastmaster, then intro- duced Professor Johnson, who spoke Words of welcome to all. The Bells of St. Mary's was sung by a mixed quartet, and Professor Hein and Clifford Christen- sen, representing the senior class, each gave an interesting talk. A musical novelty was presented in Elmer Cornwel1's saxophone solo, accompanied by his sister, Dorene. Between courses and while the salad was receiving careful attention the program continued with talks by Elder M. L. Andreasen, Elder N. R. Nelson, and Professor Fowler, who spoke for the school homes. Miss Winifred Granbois gave a pleasing vocal solo, Venetia, by Kerr. As the last course was served the male quartet sang the spirited songi pf' the sea, Sailing Miss Esther Olson and Adrian Laurltzen brought ,fthe banquet and the program to a happy close by playing the old favorite Poet and Peasant Overture. When the applause had died awiay the diners 'left the hall and the banquet was history. 1 ,Q.. 'P 1' , SX , 1 ov' ffl rlllmmwmixsqs Y 1 ., MWWWWW . ' ws., 0 57

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, N Q' gp. 'A .. ,X ' ' ip . HUTCHSONIAN avi' f7'4 villmwmxmiwxf l IIWJWWW A Lal as Cl' c Spiritual Atmosp ere of a Christian School i Fi' ji FTER being at Maplewood a short time, a boy was asked by his teacher about his impressions upon arriving at our school. The boy answered, To me it seemed like coming from a journey over the prairies when a real .N C13 :fb 'D f JN' .P'5e-ff this boy feel that way about our school? Ah, it was the spiritual atmos- phere that permeates the daily life of the members of the school family. Boys and girls who come from worldly institutions of learning notice at once the dif- ference in the order of the school, the conduct of the teachers and students. There is a friendliness, a congeniality, and a brotherly love in a Christian school which shines like a light from a hilltop and cannot be hidden even to a casual observer. In the morning the school family assembles for worship before entering upon the duties of a new day, and a school that wholeheartedly begins the day with God is sure to wield an influence for good o'n the- plastic mind and hearts of the boys and girls in attendance. A school conducted i'n harmony with the great principles laid down in the Word of God inspires the students to look into the deeper things of life, and as they take this introspective view, they discover their need of a deeper experience in spiritual things, la more whole hearted consecration, a thorough preparation for the work of God, and an intimate fellowship with Him who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. After having been imbued with life from on high and having tasted the power of the world to come, spiritual activities are bound to follow. From the freshmen to the college students all manifest an earnest desire to do something for the blessed Master in one capacity or another. Sowe have the prayer bands where all enter the audience chamber of God to obtain power to lead a Christian life that will prove a blessing to others. The Missionary Volun-- teer Society affords splendid opportunity for training in the work of Christ and has been the means of giving many boys and girls a new impetus and vigor in spiritual activities. The great lessons learned in the daily Bible classes, Sabbath school and spir- itual song service are put into practice through the Sunshine bands that on Sab- bath afternoons go out to visit many families, old and sick people in the com- munity, who receive much joy, inspiration, and entertainment in that way even though they cannot come to church services. It is the desire of the Maplewood Academy that the spiritual influences may be felt by all those who enter its doors. blizzard is in operation into a warm, cozy home where everybody is desir- ous of seeing that you are quite comfortable. 1lWhat was it that made O IfZEfI IfI fZ 2iI f1K 99 0

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K I' ' K , 1 HU'ronsoN1AN Kg--. h 1. fl. X ' U N ai' -F villmlllzwxsissf ' E' JMWWW ' ' 2'--1 4- 'frisf Jas ln' :sis can be Cl' c L ceum Course OR THE last two years our school, in connection with the Hutchinson High School, has sponsored a lecture course which has been a source of entertainment and education for both schools and the community. Hardly enough can be said to do justice to the influence these lyceum courses have upon the minds and lives of the youth. One can not help being inspired to greater achievements when he sees and hears what and is being done in the field of music and art. The first number of the lyceum course was given by the Cecilian Singers, one of the outstanding musical organizations of the Northwest. The four en- semble artists have appeared as soloists and a quartet several times with the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra. Their voices blended perfectly as they sang with power and expressiveness. It is difficult to say which number on the program made the largest appeal to the audience. There was enough variety in the offerings to appeal to all, and, if the appreciation shown by those present was any indication of the ap-- preciation felt, the Cecilian Singers won their way into the hearts of both students and teachers. Dr. Maurice C. Tanquary presented an illustrated lecture, Adventures in the Frozen North, as the second number. Dr. Tanquary, who is professor in the department of entomology and economic zoology in the University of Min- nesota, was a member of the Donald B. McMillan Crockerland Expedition. His clean lecture and his large number of beautiful slides made the lands of the frozen North seem very real. John Seaman Garns, director of the dramatic department of McPhail School of Minneapolis, gave the third number of our lecture course. Mr. Garns devoted his program to readings illustrating a passing phase of American humor, using works of poets of the East, the West, the Middle West, the South and Canada which were received most heartily. His command of dialect is excellent land he has marked ability as an impersonator. His personality, both in singing and reading, creates a congenial atmosphere so that the sym- pathy and anticipation of his audience are perfect. The Apollo Club, a male chorus of students of the Winona State Teachers College, under the direction of Miss Catherine E. Strouse appeared in one of the most delightful lecture course numbers which we enjoyed. Twenty-one numbers were given in the performance of the evening. The program opened with Recessional by Reginald de Koven. Soldiers Chorus from Faust , by Gou- nodg Toreadors Song from Carmen, by Bizetg and Massa Dear , by Dvorak, given by the chorus, and a pianoforte solo by Miss Bard, accompanist, were among the other numbers given. I Fear No Foe by Pinsuti-Parks, sung by the chorus, was the concluding number of the evening. l' 58 Q