Merrillville High School - Merrillvue Yearbook (Merrillville, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1928 volume:

The Itlirror Having been chosen to publish the second volume of “The Mirror,” the Staff of 1928 has attempted to pre- sent the thought, life, character, and activities of the school in such a way as will best reveal to patrons and friends that their efforts and assis- tance in making possible a new build- ing have been appreciated and that a greater school spirit has been de- veloped. It our attempt has been successful we feel that our work has not been in am { ■ 19 2 8 r+- The mirror : DEDICATION The members of the staff dedicate this second volume of The Mirror to the community whose progressive spirit has made possible for us a finer type of education ; and to Miss Lillian Scott who has so diligently worked with us for the past two years to lead us successfully through Latin. Lnglish and Mathematics, and whose kind advice has helped us to make this publication a success. 1928 Page three HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING The Merrillville High School began in 1896, but was not fully commis- sioned until 1925-1926. There was a slow growth in the school until the last few years and then, as this region started developing along industrial lines, the school began its rapid growth. Many new families have moved into the community, their homes here ties which surround fact made it neces- quate quarters for ment, so a new high erected to take care and continuing in- indications point to building prog ram near future in order growth of the school, rv Sievert, has tak- est and has done power to equip and this new school has been a big task, ing stand in his way the most modern county. The corn- body appreciate HENRY SIEVERT Trustee They have made and work in the ci- us on all sides. This sarv to provide ade- the increased enroll- school building was of this rather sudden Dux of students. All the fact that the must continue in the to take care of the Our Trustee, ITen- en an active inter- everything in his supply the needs of plant of ours. It but he has let noth- in giving us one of buildings in the munity and student greatly all his efforts. Page four 19 2 8 VJ THE STAFF Editor-in-Chief Rose Meyer Assistant Editor Lucile Pierce Business Manager Murray Holmes Assistant Business Manager Edna Cole Dramatic Editor Louella Prott Society Editor Irene Benson Music Editor Lillian Kuehl Literary Editor Iva Beach Athletic Editor Malcom Halsted Wit and Humor Erances Crisman Faculty Advisor Miss Scott Page six — — — 928 - The mirror MR. T. D. FOX Purdue University University of Chicago Principal and Science Since the opening of the twentieth century, the evolution of our social order has been proceeding with great and ever-accelerating rapidity. Simple conditions have been growing complex. Small institutions have been grow- ing large. Increased specialization has brought about the need of co-ordinat- ing effort. Never before have civilization and humanization advanced so swiftly. As the world presses eagerly forward toward the accomplishment of new things, education also must advance no less swiftly. Education must take a pace set, not by itself, but by social progress. Our present school program has grown and developed from what it was a few years past. W e have tried to build our curriculum so that edu- cation would be more than a mere memorization of verbal statements of facts; that it might be the developing of a type of wisdom that can grow only out of participation in the living experiences of men. Our aims are to train every child, not for knowledge about citizenship, but for proficiency in citizenship; not for knowledge about hygiene, but for proficiency in main- taining robust health ; not for a mere knowledge of abstract science, but for proficiency in the use of ideas in the control of practical situations. W ' e realize the responsibility of such a task, but believe the results will justify our efforts. Pnnp i i nil t + — + — The mirror MR. E. J. TEAGLE University of Illinois Indiana State Normal Commercial and Athletics MISS LILLIAN SCOTT Otterbein College University of Chicago Mathematics MISS OLIVE WOOD Indiana State Normal Home Economics and Social Science MISS GLADYS ENGLAND University of Illinois English and Music 1928 + + I + i -+ Page vine ► � The TTlirror BETTY ALMA MYRTLE; iSWEET- 3 HEART RUTH FLORENCE GUINEVERE MABEL H CHARLOTTE KENNETH EDNA HERMAN £■ ALMA EDITH Page ten 1 928 I + + The ITlirror SENIORS CLASS OFFICERS President Erich Stark Vice President Lillian Kuehl Secretary and Treasurer Lucile Pierce Colors Blue and Silver Flower Sweet Pea Motto A mind unemployed is a mind unenjoyed Sponsor Mr. T. D. Fox Page twelve I + + 19 2 8 r= The ITlirror — EDNA COLE Staff ’27, ’28 Orchestra ’27, ’28 FRANCES CRISMAN Staff ’28 Glee Club Ukelele Club ’28 JOHN KIEFER Orchestra ’27, ’28 President of Agricultural Society ’28 1 i 1928 Paye thirteen - - The mirror LILLIAN KUEHL Pianist Staff ’27, ’28 Orchestra ’27, ’28 Basket Ball ' 28 Class Vice-President ' 28 ROSE MEYER Staff ’28 Orchestra, ’27, ’28 Basket Ball ’28 Secretary of Athletic Association LOUELLA PROTT Glee Club ■ Staff ’28 Orchestra ’27, ’28 LEONA MILLER Glee Club Operetta ’28 1928 4 Page fourteen The mirror + + 1928 ELMER STRONG Basket Ball ’27, ’28 Agricultural Society LUCILE PIERCE President of Student Council, ’28 Class Sec’y-Treasurer ’28 Operetta ’28 Staff ’27, ’28 Glee Club ERICH STARK Operetta ' 28 Basket Ball ’28 Student Council ’28 Class President ’26, ’27, ’28 GENEVA SAXTON Glee Club Librarian, ’28 Page fifteen •+ ' The TUirror SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Jt was on a beautiful day in September, 1924, that twenty young ladies and gentlemen, myself included, started on a four years’ voyage to the Land of (ireater Wisdom. We boarded the good old ship Merrillville High and learned that our captain was Mr. O. K. Appleman and stewardess, Miss Wood, with Miss Zuschnitt as her assistant. W e were very anxious to learn all about the new life and asked many questions which caused us to be the joke of the crew. But one thing we learned was that the “Freshman Sea on which we were sailing was very rough. Soon the waves calmed and we were able to hold down algebra as as well as the more digestible foods. As we entered the “Sophomore Sea we had a change in stewardess, Mrs. Swinford taking the place of Miss Wood. Miss Zuschnitt left us also. Mr. Naylor was added as assistant captain. We all became much interested in a food called biology and being more experienced were able to digest geom- etry without very much trouble. We all sat up and took notice when ancient history was served. As we came to the end of the second year we wondered if we had sailed any nearer to our destination. Some became impatient with the slowness of our voyage and embarked for other ports, but those who stayed by the old ship felt very well repaid when we reached the “Junior Sea. On this part of the voyage a new captain, Mr. Fox. helped us along toward our goal. Mr. Teagle served as assistant captain and Miss Scott as stewardess. Commercial work, a new dish, was served by Mr. Teagle and was greatly relished by all. This year was full of gavety as well as study. We were transferred to a new ship by the same name on the “Senior Sea. Miss Wood again joined us on the last lap of our voyage. Miss England became assistant stewardess. On this new ship we participated in basketball and other sports. A new system of grading was adopted which made us appreciate our work much more. Domestic science, a new dish, made it possible for the crew to get revenge for the many dishes which made us sick during the earlier part of our voyage. rage sixteen 19 2 8 The mirror — + ■+ + + Toward the end of the year we came in sight of the Land of (ireatei isdom. I hen each Senior with diploma in hand set foot on this new land, rejoicing because of the wonderful voyage just completed. Using the knowl- edge acquired, the class of ’28 feel that the voyage shall not have been taken in vain. SENIOR CLASS PROPHECY “An old friend to see me? Yes, Doctor, I will he right down. 1 wonder who it can be.” Why, hello, Rose! It has surely been a long time since I saw you. What! You are going to stay in Chicago and teach athletics? My, that is wonderful! No, I do not have a case just now so you mav stav as long as you like and we will talk of old times. It hardly seems possible that we have not seen each other since we graduated from Merrillville High School ten years ago.” ’Wes. I enjoy nursing very much, but it is hard work and it took a great deal of studying to graduate. Tell me. what is Edna Cole doing now? Isn’t that splendid! Teaching in Merrillville High School since she giaduated from college! Oh. yes, I heard from Frances Crisman recently.” “Yes, she is a librarian in Washington. D. C. Wasn ' t it just too cute for anything the way Louella Prott and Elmer Strong eloped? I have heard that Elmer is, a very successful banker in Cleveland. John Kiefer has be- come a very great violinist.” “No, I did not know that he was in Italy studying. And you say that he is coming home with his bride next month? An Italian Countess? Reallv that is such a surprise that I can hardly believe it.” — . — „ _ . _ „ n Page seventeen ■■ - — — .. M I i) L O .«|i + The ITlirror “You have come just at the right time because I am invited to have tea tomorrow with our dear little friend, Geneva Saxton, now Mrs. Nelson Rockefeller.” “Yes, she has often invited me over for dinner and she is the dearest little hostess. I know she will be delighted to have you come.” “Really! Well, Lillian Kuehl could play wonderfully when she was in school. So she is in New York at the height of success and popularity. You do not know when she is coming to Chicago? I certainly would enjoy hear- ing her play.” “Do I remember Erick Stark? I certainly do. He took the part of “Togo” in our operetta. Now he is a lawyer in San Francisco. It certainly is surprising to hear how splendidly the Senior class of 1928 is doing since we all left high school.” “I guess we have mentioned all of our classmates except one, so to finish it up I have a surprise for you. If you will be so kind as to accompany me tonight, we will go to the Auditorium to hear Lucile Pierce sing. You re- member she took the part of “Miss Cherrvblossom” in the operetta.” “Yes, she is married. I do not know her husband’s name, but he was her singing teacher. They will only remain in Chicago until tomorrow so we must go and hear her sing tonight.” CLASS WILL We. the class of 1928 of Merrillville High School, do hereby make this last will and testament bequeathing the following to our friends and heirs: First — We. the Senior class of 1928, forward all rights to the honor and enviable position of being Seniors. Page eighteen 192 8 — t The mirror + + Second— We bequeath our seats iu the assembly room (likewise the wads of gum therein) to anyone whom they may satisfy. Third— We make our personal bequests as follows : I, Elmer Strong, bequeath my good nature to Fred Fagen. I, Leona Miller, bequeath all my lipstick and rouge to Edna Gruel. I. Erick Stark, bequeath my ability to hold offices to Herman De Lau. I. Lucile Pierce, bequeath my perfect attendance to Iva Beach. 1. Louella Prott, bequeath my dates to Ervin Franz. I, Lillian Kuehl, bequeath my musical talent to Ralph Wojahn. 1. Rose Meyer, bequeath my pep to Anna Berndt. I. Edna Cole, bequeath my average of straight A ' s to Harold Meyer. I. 1 ' ranees C risman, bequeath my innocence to Malcom Halsted. I. John Kiefer, bequeath my shy ways to Mildred Kuehl. I, Geneva Saxton, bequeath my cheerful disposition to Alfred Stark. We hereby nominate and appoint Principal T. D. Fox and Miss Scott to be the executors of this, our last will and testament. Signed— Class of 1928. Witnesses:— Miss England, Mr. F. J. Teagle. Page nineteen The ITlirror +•— ! +■ it +— rIOOSIER CH001MA5TER ' AS YOU LIKE IT GOn YOUNG ARTI$T WE GIRLS ■p - , jevmteen H 1928 Page twenty The mirror JUNIORS CLASS OFFICERS President Vice-President Secretary Murray Holmes Irene Benson Hazel Heiny Treasurer Gertrude Wander Lugt Flower Lily-of-the-Valley Motto Safe on third; now score. Sponsor Mr. Teagle Page twenty-two “19 2 8 “TZ + The ITlirror CLASS ROLL First Row Hazel Heinv Irma Dinwiddie Myrtle I.uebcke Second Row : F.tliel Schoon Murray Holmes Robert Wyatt Third Row : Harold Meyer Milford Stephenson Eleanor Kaiser Gertrude Vander Lugt Iva Beach Alfred Stark Ralph Wojahn Irene Benson Malcom Halsted James Halsted + Page twenty-three The Tlirror ■ - - — l — - - — JUNIOR IDEALS Self-respect Accuracy Fairness Expression Originality Neatness Team-work Happiness In formation Read iness Dependability Nc ibility Order Willingness Sincerity Co-operation Obedience Righteousness Enthusiasm SOME DISEASES OF THE JUNIOR CLASS Credititis-Myrtle Sillyitis-J ames Tallonia-Eleanor Shorty itis-Malcom “Lee”fobia-Hazel Quietus-Irene Athletis-Milford 1 )on’tknowitis (jertrude Non-recit is- Harold “Oscar” Studyitis-Iva Flirtitis-Irma Takiteexia- Ralph Loafobia-Robert Bash fulitis- Alfred Studyonia- Murray Gigglitis-Ethel I’age twenty-four Testitis-Mr. Teagle 1 9 2 8 + The ITUrror A JUNIOR’S STUDY (?) PERIOD It ' s study period in the assembly, And I have my shorthand to get; And I haven ' t my English either, Nor my history studied yet. I’ll get busy right this minute. I can’t waste a second all day : Goodness ! who is calling me 1 Oh Hazel, what did you say? She wanted to talk to Robert, 1 might have known it at first ; Oh James, stop looking so funny Or I know into laughter 1 ' U burst. Gertrude still giggles as usual. But it doesn’t seem to bother her much; Gee! Irene’s got a case on Oscar And Eleanor on Ralph has a crush. That boy Murray passes notes Which bring news of delight and joy ; And Sheik Milford flirts with Iva But them we must not annoy. Wow ! There goes a note whizzing by. And it falls on Irma’s desk; Look at her blush with happiness ’Cause it’s from Alfred — I guess. Myrtle is dreaming, I think. About the date she had last night ; Malcolm is thinking of something deep. And chewing gum with all his might. Oh the class bell is sounding. And the shorthand period is due; 1 never studied my lesson, So I ' ll meet my Waterloo. 1 9 2 8 — + , Page twenty-five — The mirror STOP! LOOK! EAT! Order by Name Only SANDWICHES Deviled Egg — Janies Halsted Nut and Cheese — Malcom Halsted Imported Sardine — Irma Dinwiddie RELISHES Dill Pickle — Milford Stephenson FRESH FRUITS Fruit Cocktail — Iva Beach Stewed Prune — Robert W yatt SALADS Tuna Fish — Ralph Wojahn Shrimp — Harold Meyer DRINKS (linger Ale — Gertrude Vander Lugt Lime Freeze — Alfred Stark SUNDAES Honey Fruit — Myrtle Luebcke Lolly Pop — Irene Benson Banana Split — Ethel Schoon DESSERTS Angel-food — Eleanor Kaiser Devil’s-food — Hazel Heiny Doughnut — Murray Holmes LATEST MUSIC FOR SALE AT. ALL MUSIC STORES “Show Me the Way to Go Home” Robert Wyatt “I’m Just a Little Bit Bad” James Halsted “Hard To Get Gertie’ Gertrude Vander Lugt “Is He the Boy Friend?” Murray Holmes “Who’s That Pretty Baby?” Hazel Heiny ‘‘Mighty Lak’ a Rose ' Myrtle Luebcke “You Don’t Say Yes, You Don’t Say No” Ethel Schoon “I ve Got 1 hose Basketball Blues Milford Stephenson “Melancholy Baby” Irene Benson Baby Your Mother Like She Babied You” Iva Beach “Someday, Sweetheart” Irma Dinwiddie “When the Morning Glories Wake Up in the Morning”. Malcom Halsted ou Don t Like It (No. 1 Not Much!) Eleanor Kaiser He s the Last ord Harold Meyer “Where Shall I Go (Since You Have Sent Me Away?)” Ralph Wojahn “I’m Just a Red-Hot, Hot-House Flower” Alfred Stark Page twenty-six 1928 SOPH +•- +- The ITlirror -+ SOPHOMORES CLASS OFFICERS President Vera Schnabel Vice-President Kenneth Halsted Secretary and Treasurer Roy Tallin °l°rs Green and White Flower Lily-of-the-Valley Motto B sharp never B flat Sponsor Miss Scott 1 9 2 8 n Page twenty-eight The mirror CLASS ROLL First Row : Evelyn Anderson Charlotte Miller Evelyn Mae Cole Dorothy Bowman Second Row: Alma De Lau Lula Wright Ina Cole Mildred Meyer Clayton Shoup Luella Bothwell Inda Prescott Edna Gruel Third Row : Robert Lewis Herman De Lau Roy Yallin Vera Schnabel Anna Berndt Algy Snyder Kenneth Halsted Norbert Yonderheid Ervin Franz + 19 28 Page twenty-nine The ITlirror PICTURE OF THE SOPHOMORE CLASS I hesitated when I was asked to prepare the Picture of the Sophomore Class for your inspection. I was not an artist and everybody knew it. Any of my teachers could tell you that I was never especially proficient in draw- ing anything except attention and could never paint anything successfully — not even ray own face. Besides, the Sophomore Class is a very lively sub ject for even an expert to attempt to sketch. None of them is ever twice alike or apt to he found twice in the same place or position. Even a snap- shot could never catch them in anything except a blur. But as it seems my fate to be expected to hold the mirror up before my classmates 1 can only paint them in such words as appear to me to express them as I see them. 1 his then, dear friends, is the Sophotnor class as I see it today. (I am sure you will pardon the exact measurements as 1 would make a better architect than I would an artist.) 1 he Sophomore class is made up of twenty members, thirteen girls and seven boys; we range in age from fifteen to eighteen. We range in height from Evelyn Mae Cole’s five feet, one inch, high heels and all, to 1 Herman He Lau s six foot, with or without his silk socks. e range in weight from era Schnabel’s one hundred and two pounds to Roy Wallin’s one hundred and forty-eight. Taken altogether as the one in body that we are supposed to be in spirit, we make up an individual of sufficient age to know a great deal, if he is ever going to begin to learn, for he would be 310 years old. surely an age of wis- dom and power and dignity. Our height is 112 feet and 10 inches, which certainly raises us far enough up in the world to allow us to tower above our enemies and look down on the lower classmen. You can see, too, what a heavy proposition we are, by the fact that taken together we tip the scales at exactly 2,294 pounds. Our hand is surely large enough to get a good firm grasp upon the affairs of the world, as well as upon our own individual concerns, for we wear a 143J4 glove. Our head is of sufficient capacity to hold even the vast amount of knowl- edge we have been cramming into it for the past ten years, fof we require a hat whose number is 135%. Page thirty i The ITlirror And if we do not make the success in life that we desire and expect, it will surely not he because we can not gain a foothold upon the world’s battle ground by way of our colossal understanding for we wear a number 103J-2 shoe. This is the Sophomore class in her big moments, but we have not at all times such a mighty sense of our vastness. Sometimes our pride sinks to a mere average capacity and Miss Scott assures us we have a splendid capacity for averages. W e have been investigating this line too, but will not bore you with a recital of the resultant statistics. W e have within our ranks poets, musicians, preachers, statesmen, pro- fessors, judges, physicians, authors, artists, warriors, and one United States President. Do not ask me to specify the which or the who. Thirty years from now will be more appropriate. We are all Americans for tho’ we may be descended from many different nationalities, we are all united under the colors of our class, and the red. white and blue of the Star Spangled Banner. This, dear friends, is a subdued Picture of the Sophomore Class crudely sketched from my present perspective. Records Established at Merrillville High +— +• Tallest — Alfred Stark Shyest — Evelyn Mae Cole Slimmest — Vera Schnabel Most Independent— Ruth Peterson Prettiest — Hazel Heiny W ittiest — Malcom Halsted Best Student — Edna Cole Cutest — Charlotte Miller Largest Mustache — Mr. Fox Biggest Bluffer — James Halsted Loudest Talker — Frances Crisman J oiliest — Ethel Schoon Most Popular — Robert Wyatt Daintiest — Eleanor Kaiser Lightest — Robert Lewis Heaviest — Wilbur Woods Busiest — Edna Gruel Sleepiest — Kenneth Halsted Sportiest — Roy Vallin Math. Star — Dorothy Bowman Science Shark — Ervin Franz Most Dignified — Inda Prescott Best Runner — Milford Stephenson Running Broad Grin — Elmer Strong Most Enthusiastic — Evelyn Anderson Best Politician — Murray Holmes 19 28 Page thirty-one The mirror KEEP BOOSTING Boost, and the world boosts with you, Knock, and you’re on the shelf ; For the world gets sick Of the one who ’ll kick And wishes he ' d kicked himself. Boost when the sun is shining, Boost when it starts to rain, If you happen to fall. Don’t lie there and bawl, But get up and boost again. Boost if your cause is lively, Boost if it ' s dead as sin ; No battle is won Bv the one who will run. So stick to your job and win ! Boost for your school and teachers, Be faithful in all that you do; Boost for the right Of the Purple and White And for all that is noble and true. Boost for your team ' s advantage, Boost for the things sublime ; For the chap that’s found On the topmost round. Is the booster every time! FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS President Wilbur Woods Vice-President Glenn Giertz Secretary Alice Weller Treasurer Geraldine Koch Colors Rose and Silver Flower Carnation Motto The elevator to success is not running; take the stairs. Sponsor i.Miss Wood Pane thirty-four FRESHMEN CLASS ROLL First Row : Ruth W oods Geraldine Koch Alice Weller Guinevere Forney I ' lorence Wyant Bettv Puckett Second Row : Ruth Peterson Louise Buchfuehrer Mildred Kuehl Ruth Crisman Magdalene Snyder Bertha Hein Marjorie Emerson Third Row : Delbert Guernsey Fred Rouhselange Delbert Lobdell Wilbur Woods Glenn Giertz Fred Fagen 1928 Faye thir ty-five — The ITlirror BEING A FRESHMAN Being a Freshman gives us a proud feeling which is hard to conceal. When school opened in September, 1927, we took our places quietly and with no special recommen- dation from anyone, but we had a firm determination to win honors for ourselves and to be an honor to Merrillville High. The Juniors and Seniors did not think enough of us to initiate us, but after a few weeks of school, they began to realize that we were not as “green as they had thought we were. As the days passed on anyone could see that the Freshmen were taking hold of high school life with a great deal of vim. To be a Freshman makes you feel as if you have really and truly led a successful school life. To have made all eight grades and then to become a Freshman is an honor well worth working for. How happy a Freshman feels when someone asks him what grade he is in and he can answer with a face glowing with pride: “I am a Freshman!” A FRESHIE’S PRAYER From the bottom of the ladder. ■ Right toward the top we clamber. Earnestly at our study and our play. Slowly climbing day by day. How we look up at the others, Tn our hearts we know we’re brothers, Ever in our books content. Slowly we are upward sent. Page thirty-six r . The TTlirror MERRILLVILLE HIGH M. II. S. is its name for short. It’s leading in all kinds of sport; “All work and no play” would be a dull life. For live boys and girls there must be some strife. Two b asketball teams have we. And they surely can play, “by gee !” Baseball comes in, for its share later on. And the track meet, tho’ short, is no end of fun. Three yell leaders have we, too. They ' re hard to beat. I’ll tell you; They help us yell and help us sing. Until the very rafters ring. Now let us leave this playful side. And turn to those who teach and guide: First is Mr. Fox, beaming with joy. He gives welcome to each girl and boy. . Second is Miss Scott, so cheerful and fair. All of her work she does with care: Third is M iss Wood, radiant with cheer, ' ery intelligent does she appear. Fourth is Miss England, brimful of joy. With interest she teaches each girl and boy; East. but not least, is Mr. Teagle so serious, Yet he is always kind and courteous. Such is our life from day to day, Helpful and pleasant in every way; Now you can easily understand why We are all so proud of Merrillville High. 19 2 8 “ Page thirty-seven The ITlirror AMBITION I’m glad I’m not a Sophie, I’d hate to be so swell; I’d rather be a Freshie And work as hard as — well I won’t say just how hard, though I’m quite sure it’s hard enough; I’d ten times rather be a Freshie And ignore the Sophies’ bluff. I don ' t like to see the Juniors Strut around with heads held high. And thinking no one else should have A finger in the pie. , They think they are so much better Than us common Freshie Jokes, And in a set much higher Than the other high school folks. But it surely must be great to be A Senior high and mighty And discourse on deep and wondrous things Of higher brand so lightly. That’s my loftiest ambition, Leaving this green Freshie state, To land somewhere way up higher As a Senior so sedate. A FRESHMAN’S VIEW OF IT The Sophomores saw something green, And thought it was the Freshman class; But when they nearer to it drew, Alas! It was a looking glass. 4 I’uge thirty-eight 1928 The ITlirror JUNIOR HIGH President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Colors Pink and Gold Flower Red Carnation Motto Excelsior Sponsor Miss England CLASS OFFICERS Mabel Sader Elsie Stark Edith Saxton Wilma Adank Page thirty-nine 1 928 r +■ + + The mirror EIGHTH GRADE CLASS ROLL First Row: Mabel Henning Mabel Walker Edna Emerson Dorothy Caugherty Helen Bransford Edith Saxton Alma Christianson Second Row : Helen Beach Stanley W hite Leonard Meyer Kenneth Carlson Sydney Garner Mabel Sader Page forty mziTm: The mirror SEVENTH GRADE CLASS ROLL First Row : Lola Bothwell Elizabeth Schoppel Elsie Stark Frances W alker Amabel Butcher Marv Schmidt I Second Row : W ilma Adank Milton Shults Richard Hacker Clyde Shoup Third Row: Raymond Kitchel Jack Sunderman Clarence Kaiser Ralph Schnabel John Forney Alsie Burge Elwood Hoeppner Raleigh Biggerstaff 19 28 Page forty-one I ■4 V — -1.J The TTlirror JUST IMAGINE JOHN gettin ' a note to Mabel Henning. Us runnin’ foot races tied -up in sacks. MaRy gettin’ mad ’cause she didn ' t pass exams. Jack, gettin’ stalled in his old lizzy. Us playin’ basketball and winnin’ ! ? StaNley locatin’ a girl ! Richard takin ' lessons from Jack and Mildred Kuehl. Miss ScOtt tryin’ to teach Edna how to read big numbers. Ralph stealin ' “Lizzy” from “Tubby. Helen Beach makin ' eyes at the boys! W ilma datin ' Kenneth. Miss F.nGland tryin’ to make Raleigh sing. DorotHy out ridin’ with Sidney. Mr. FOx preservin’ tadpoles. Frances and Helen Bransford missin’ the class party Mabel H. and Alma playin’ basketball. LEonard readin ' large numbers correctly. Raymond entertainin’ Amabel. ClaRence, sittin’ on the top of the school house. Edith standin’ on a chair when she sees a mouse. CLyde gettin’ his mathematics correct. MabeL Walker forgettin’ her science. EVery one of us workin’ hard. Aisle with curly hair. MiLton gettin’ mad at Elsie. Lola singin’ a song to Elwood. MabEl steppin’ out with Leonard. Page forty-two 4 + Merrillville High School Basketball Schedule — SEASON 1928-1929 Date Team Place Preliminary Nov. Fri. 2 Dyer . Here Girls Fri. 9 . Calumet Twp There Girls Fri. 16 .... Hebron There Girls Wed. 28 Crisman Here Girls Dec. Fri. 7 . Hammond Tech. There t Fri. 14 Griffith There Girls Fri. 21 Kouts Here Girls Fri. 28 Alumni Jan. Fri. 4 Dyer There Girls Sat. 5 .. Hammond Tech Here Fri. 11 Calumet Twp . Here Girls Fri. 18 ... Kouts There Girls Feb. Fri. 1 ....... Hebron 1 1 ere Fri. 8 Crisman There Fri. 15 Griffith Here Girls Sat. 23 Morgan Twp Here 1 Page forty-four 4 + + First Row: Milford Stephenson, Malcom Halsted, James Halsted. Ralph Wojahn, Arthur Boldt. Second Row: Leonard Bowman, Loren Bowman, Alfred Stark. Robert Wyatt, Erick Stark, Coach E. J. Teagle. BOYS’ BASEBALL Almost all of the boys caught spring fever and came out for baseball. They could hardly be held down although the season started out very poor. The day of the first game was misty and cold and was played away from home. We were defeated 5 6. The games for the rest of the season were scheduled for Friday afternoons and every Friday it seemed to rain because of that fact. Only a few games were played because of poor weather, but the boys and also the girls did very well. The boys’ new suits arrived too late in the season for much use, but in this coming season we hope the boys will have many opportunities to use them. All the boys are now looking forward to spring and baseball. There is good material for a team and this year baseball should be one of Merrill- ville’s high lights. Page forty-five BOYS’ BASKETBALL First Row : f Erich Stark — guard Elmer Strong — forward Roy Yallin — guard Alfred Stark — center Second Row : Murray Holmes — forward Ralph Wojahn — guard Delbert Lobdell — guard Robert Wyatt — center Wilbur Woods — guard Malcom Halsted — forward James Halsted — forward Harold Meyer — guard Milford Stephenson — forward Coach E. J. Teagle “For when the great scorer comes To write against our name, Fie writes not that we won or lost — but How we played the game.” Page forty-six 19 2 8 First Row: Guinevere Forney. Ruth Woods, Evelyn Mae Cole. Second Row: Rose Meyer, Ruth Crisnian, Alice Weller, Inda Prescott, Ethel Schoon, Ina Cole, Mildred Meyer, Louise Buchfuehrer. Third Row: I.uella Bothwell, Irene Benson, Magdalene Snyder, Eleanor Kaiser, Lillian Kuehl, Edna Gruel, Mildred Kuehl, Coach E. J. Teagle. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL The Merrillville girls, under the direction of Coach Teagle, tried for the first time to hit the hoop and did very well as it was their first experience. Seventeen girls came out for the squad and fell into vigorous training. All that the girls lacked was team-work and ability to sink the ball into the basket. Each girl was determined to make the team and what a time the coach had in choosing six best players for the team. In almost all of the games, substitutions were made to give the girls experience and opportunity to learn the game. The girls now are doing fine and we wish them all good luck for the rest of the season. 1928 Page forty-seven YELL LEADERS Evelyn Anderson Ina Cole Kenneth Halsted Come on gang! Let ' s go! Wake up Elliot! Yea Purple! Yea White! Yea Team! Let’s Fight! You can plainly s-e-e We’ve got lots of p e-p Make it snappy — We ' re all happy — Yea! Merrillville! Yea! ' Rah— ' Rah— ' Rah ! ’Rah— ' Rah— ’Rah ! ’Rah— ’Rah— ’Rah ! Team — T earn — T earn Who? Team! Who? Team! Who? Team! Team! Team! Page forty-eight j 928 •+ — — — The TTlirror BOYS’ BASKETBALL When the basketball season started. Merrillville was unfortunate because the gym was not completed. We did not start to practice until a week be- fore the first game. Then a smallpox epidemic started and the first games were cancelled because we did not want to take the chance of exposing other schools and communities. The time for the first game came and because of the fact that some of the experienced men had graduated and a new squad had to be organized we lost by a close score. The new gym gave us a good place to play. The boys practiced at night and never lost any school hours but night practice is very undesirable for boys of the developing period. This had a tendency to cut down their efficiency. As the season progressed the team, which was made of players with very little experience, started to find themselves and the last game of 1927, which was with the alumni, the high school team won by a large score. 1928 started out by having to cancel the first games on account of the weather conditions. There are many reasons for believing that the team will be able to bring the season to a successful close. Page forty-nine GYMNASIUM ! + ‘ The mirror COACH TEAGLE OUR JANITOR. “Lf LOOK US OVER ' OUR GANG Page fifty ; 4 � + I 1928 + -4 r + + STUDENT COUNCIL American schools today are attempting to provide a training that will fit boys and girls to perform more efficiently the duties and to solve more wisely the problems entailed under a democratic form of government. Rec- ognizing these broader objectives, the modern school is attempting to pro- vide pupils with an opportunity to engage in many activities. Everyone recognizes the value of pupils learning how to manage their own al fairs. So the modern school is increasingly providing agencies that have, as their objective, student participation in the government of the school. T hus the Student Council was formed. The five class presidents and the secretaries of the Junior and Senior classes, seven members in ail, compose this group. They meet with the principal at his call or at the request of a member. Its function is largely advisory; the principal talks over school problems with the members, but frequently the council is delegated authority to decide questions or to work out plans. This is a new organization in oUr school, but it is hoped that it will become a big factor in the school’s development. The officers of this year are: President, Lucile Pierce. Vice-President, Vera Schnabel, and Secretary, Hazel Heiny. Other members are: Erich Stark, Murray Holmes, Wilbur Woods, Mabel Sader. Sponsor, Mr. Fox. The ITlirror — [‘age fifty-two The mirror HISTORY OF THE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY In the fall of 1926 the students of the agriculture classes formed an organization which they named the Agricultural Society. It was formed with the purpose of helping the students in their agricultural project work and to further discussions concerning the work. The first year the society numbered twenty-two members. A Father and Son banquet was given on January 22, 1927. Professor O. F. Hall from Purdue University was the main speaker of the evening. Mr. Cutler, the county agent, also gave a short talk. An oyster supper was later served. During the summer months when school was not in session, meetings of the society were held monthly. At these meetings questions regarding the work were discussed and later on refreshments served. At the beginning of the school term of 1927-1928 John Kiefer was elected President, Milford Stephenson, Secretary, Robert Lewis, Treasurer, and Elmer Strong, Vice-President. There were several new- members from the Freshman class, but three members had been lost through graduation the previous year leaving a total of twenty-two members. Page fifty-three I I + -■+ 1 9 2 8 “ MERRILLVILLE ALL-STAR ORCHESTRA! The onlv difference between us and Maurie Sherman is that “our little light is hidden u nder a bushel for the time being. This orchestra was organized ' way hack in ' 26 by Miss ada McPher- son. Music Supervisor at that time, and has been making rapid progress, both in quality and quantity, ever since. I his year the directorship has been taken over by Miss England. The key-note to the success of this or- chestra (which in all seriousness, is exceptional for so small a school) is the enthusiasm displayed by each member and the group as a whole. There is very little watching of the clock during practice hour in anticipation of the end of the period. The personnel of the orchestra is as follows: Violins — Mildred Kuehl, Edna Emerson, Malcom Halsted. Edna Gruel. John Kiefer, Richard Hacker. Mary Schmidt and Milton Shults; Mandolin — Rose Meyer; Saxophone — Edna Cole and Murray Holmes; Trombone — Evelyn Mae Cole; Cornet — Louella Prott; Clarinet — Hazel Heiny and Evelyn Anderson; Alto Horn — Ruth Woods; Drums — Kenneth Halsted; Piano — Lillian Kuehl and Ethel Schoon. We have appeared several times this year, having played for the Operetta “Miss Cherryblossom.” Parent-Teachers’ meeting, Commencement and, in combination with the Dyer Orchestra, at Teachers’ Institute in Crown Point. +■ +— 19 2 8 ij I ' npe fifty-four GLEE CLUB THE MUSIC PERIOD The music class was organized in 192( by Miss .McPherson, our music supervisor. Since then it has played an important part in school life. The members have received great enjoyment and benefit from the work. This year the class is under the direction of Miss England. It is surpris- ing the talent the boys possess. The “Barnyard Song” seems to he the favorite, although we all like to sing “On the Dark Lagoon.” We struggle through the difficult parts and always come out with a smile. All of us become very industrious when Miss England says “A little less laughter and more singing, please.” The picture above shows the group which sang at Commencement last year. The selections that they sang were: “Come Where the Lilies Bloom and “Moonlight.” Sopranos: Evelyn .Anderson. Ina Cole. Inda Prescott, Louella Prott. Iva Beach, Vera Schnabel and Lucile Pierce. Altos: Ethel Schoon, Leona Miller, Geneva Saxton, Hazel Heim . Frances Crisman, Char- lotte Miller and Luella Bothwell. Tenors: Robert Wyatt, John Kiefer, Kenneth Halsted, Stanley White, and Malcom Halsted. Basses: Erich Stark, Murray Homes, and Ralph Wojahn. Page fifty-five + 19 28 T T T_ J7TTT ' The ITlirror Standing: Magadalene Snyder, Luella Bothwell, Vera Schnabel, Eleanor Kaiser, Frances Crisman, Lula V right. Myrtle Luebcke. Sitting: Dorothy Bowman, Irma Dinwiddie, Alice Weller, Ruth Peter- son, Evelyn Anderson, Florence Wyant, Ina Cole, Hazel Heiny. UKELELE CLUB Pictured above is the Ukelele Club, the organization that scatters sun- shine wherever it goes. The club was organized in 1926 by Mrs. Batchelder who has helped to make it a great success. It is still going strong and has increased in numbers. The members have played before the Parent Teachers’ Association many times, besides answering numerous calls for entertainment at places away from our own school. W’e surely appreciate our Ukelele Club ! Page fifty-nix ! 9 28 ‘‘MISS CHERRYBLOSSOM” The first dramatic entertainment of the year, given by the school, was the presentation of the operetta, “Miss Cherryblossom.” As the scene was laid in Japan, the stage was decorated to resemble a Japanese tea garden. Under the skillful direction of Miss England, the cast worked diligently to make December 21 one of the most enjoyable evenings an audience had ever spent and we believe they accomplished their aim. CHARACTERS Cherryblossom, reared as a daughter of Kokemo Lucile Pierce Jack Smith, a New Yorker Robert Wyatt Kokemo, tea-garden proprietor Malcom Halsted Togo, Japanese politician Erich Stark Harry, Jacks pal Kenneth Halsted Jessica, Worthington’s niece Iva Beach Worthington, New York broker W ilbur Woods James Young, his secretary Murray Holmes Choruses — Geishas: Alice Weller. Charlotte Miller, Ina Cole, Hazel Ileiny, Ruth Crisman, Evelyn Anderson. American women: Frances Cris- man, Leona Miller, Dorothy Bowman, Vera Schnabel. American men: Roy allin, Kenneth Halsted, Ralph Wojahn, Robert Wyatt. Page fifty-eight The mirror — — - — HALLOWE’EN PARTY Saturday evening, October 29th, the students of the high school gave a Hallowe ' en Party in the new gym. It was an important event being the first affair given by the high school in the new building. The gym was attractively decorated in Halloween colors and cornstalks were also effec- tively arranged here and there. Most of the people came masked, and the classy, picturesque costumes worn by them made a brilliant picture. The first part of the evening was spent in visiting the various booths such as the “Fortune Telling Booth.” “Candy Booth. Fishing Pond, and the “Refreshment Stand. About eleven o’clock the noise makers, confetti, caps, tapers, etc., were sold. Talk about a hilarious time — why — the gym just rang with laughter, music, and the toot-toot of the horns. The dancing was enjoyed immensely, due to the fact that the committee had engaged a good orchestra. Such evenings make pleasant memories of our high school days. MAGAZINE CONTEST Beginning Wednesday, October 12. the students of the Junior and Senior high school were given an opportunity to show their talent as sales- men for seven continuous days. e had to sell subscriptions for three different magazines. Three fifths of each dollar was given to the school. Half of the students represented the “Green” or the “Rearcats” and the other half represented the “Red” or the “Wildcats.” Wonderful selling ability was developed. We had not realized we had so much talent in that line. There were prizes given to each student that sold three or more sub- scriptions each. Myrtle Luebcke, who was on the “Green” side, won the first prize which was a wrist watch. On the Red side. Lucile Pierce won the first prize which was a fountain pen. The side that obtained the great- est number of subscriptions was entertained by the other side. The “Green had to do the entertaining. There was a little embarrassment on the part of the “Bearcats” because they were unjustly accused of taking the “Wild- cats” red dog. Its mysterious disappearance has never been explained. It proved to be a very exciting week, but nevertheless it was greatly enjoyed both by the teachers and student body. Page fifty-vine — - — — — — The Itlirror r .!..:!..::.. — jz THE COMMERCIAL COURSE The commercial course consists of bookkeeping, shorthand, and typing. There are seven Seniors in the bookkeeping class. We find it rather diffi- cult as we have to have two classes in the same room at once. The Gregg shorthand method is used. The most interesting part of the work is tran- scribing stories and writing business letters. The shorthand class is mostly Juniors. We have a Junior and a Senior class in typing. Every month the dif- ferent typewriter companies send out speed tests. We are all very much interested in them. The companies offer different awards for a certain rate with certain number of errors. Some of the awards are: certificate, bronze pin, silver pin, gold pin, pearl pin, diamond pin, gold pencil and, if you can type seventy perfect words a minute for fifteen minutes, the Remington Company offers a typewriter as an award. Last spring our school won high honors at the annual district commer- cial contest held at Whiting. Lillian Kuehl, Louella Prott, and Edna Cole won the Novice B beginners’ contest as a team. They won first, second and third places respectively. These three girls went to Muncie to the state contest. Although they did not win in this contest they made very good rates and we are all looking forward to the contest this spring. t .. The TTlirror : DOMESTIC SCIENCE CLASS The Domestic Science class is made up of girls from the Sophomore and Senior classes and includes Alma DeLau. Mildred Meyer. Lucile Pierce. Ina Cole Inda Prescott. Edna Gruel, Anna Berndt, Edna Cole. Rose Meyer. Charlotte Miller. Vera Schnabel. Lula Wright. Luella Bothwell, Evelyn Mae Cole. Dorothy Bowman and Evelyn Anderson. Due to the late arrival of the equipment, work was not begun until October After a week’s experience and training we began serving hot lunches which has not only given us valuable experience and training in cooking and serving, but has proved financially successful as well. On March 6, the class prepared and served the Father and Son banquet. The equipm ent has been used by patrons who were especially pleased with it and as proud of it as the Domestic Science girls are. They served a chicken supper on November 17 and a Club banquet on February 2. Lunches were prepared on several other occasions. The department fills a real need and is a welcome addition to our school. Page sixty-one HH IZ 19 2 8 The mirror PARENT-TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION Once each month the patrons, teachers and pupils meet and have a pro- gram as well as a business meeting. Sometimes the programs are put on entirely by the talent at home and sometimes outside talent is brought in. Everyone enjoys these meetings and it gives something to look forward to each month. I he parents get to see just what difficulties there are in the school and many of these can be overcome by co-operation which can hardly be brought about in any other way. We all feel that this organization is well worth the time and effort which must be put into it to make it a success. SECOND ANNUAL FATHER AND SON BANQUET On March 6, 192S. the members of the Agricultural Society gave a l ather and Son banquet for the purpose of entertaining the fathers and to get everyone better acquainted with each other. I he orchestra, the girls ' trio, the boys’ quartet, and several of the high school girls put on the program which was arranged by Miss England. Mr. J. E. Brown of Crown Point and Mr. A. E. Condon, county superintendent, were the mam speakers of the evening. After the program refreshments were served by Miss ood and the Domestic Science class. There were about sixty- five members present and all voted it a great success. LABORATORY Page sixty-two 1928 The mirror SOLILOQUY BY JOHN KIEFER Weep and you’re called a baby, Laugh and you’re called a fool ; Yield and you’re called a coward, Stand and you’re called a mule ; Smile and they call you silly, Frown and they call you gruff ; Put on a front like a millionaire And some guy will call you a bluff! + + + For boys ONLY (read backwards): — Didn ' t you if girl a be wouldn’t you it read would you knew we. + + + Mr. Teagle — “Do you retire a loan?” Irene B. — “No, I sleep with mother.” + + + Raleigh—”! was thinking of a trip to Europe. YI a b] e — “Really, but you can’t afford it; you’re not accustomed to that sort of thing.” _ Raleigh — “1 only said I was thinking of it. Can ' t I afford to think: Mable— “No, that’s what 1 meant; you aren’t accustomed to thinking. + + + Herman — “1 heard a new one the other day. 1 wonder it I told it to you.” Irma — “Is it funny?” H l r l erman — i es. Irma— “Then you haven’t.” + + + Mr. Teagle — “Define the middle ages. Elmer — “They used to be thirty to forty-five: now they are fifty to seventv.” Jimmy — “I have a wonder watch. ] e te — “Wonder watch! Never heard of that before. Jimmy — “Well, you see it’s this way. Every time I look at it. I wonder what time it is.” 1928 r Page sixty-three 1 4 In Music class Miss England told Raleigh Biggerstaff to make a staff. He made a pretty small one so she said: “Raleigh, make a bigger staff.” i + + + 1 eacher — “Susie, what does unaware mean?” Susie — “It’s the last thing you take off at night.” + + + Said a slick-haired sheik to a Sophie bold: “See here, young woman, my cocoa’s cold ! She scornfully answered: “I can’t help that. If the blamed thing’s chilly, put on your hat.” + + + One day Mr. 1 eagle had his Physiology class write a composition on “The Spine.” Among the many papers handed in was the following: “The spine is a bunch of bones that runs up and down the back and holds the ribs. The skull sits on one end and I sit on the other.” + + + The one who thinks these jokes are poor, Would straightway change his views. Could he compare the jokes we print. ith those we do not use. + + + Tubbie — “Please, conductor, will you help me get off the train?” Conductor — “Certainly, sir.” I ubbie — You see it’s this way. Being rather stout. I have to get out backwards— the porters think Pm getting in — so they give me a shove and say. ‘Hurry up, Mr.’ and I’m five stations past where I want to go now.” + + + Elmer — “Well, Louella. I have about decided to take a course in pharmacy.” Louella — “Oh. please don’t, Elmer. I just can ' t bear the idea of marry- ing a farmer. + + + He — “Oh. she’s not as old as that !” Ha — “Old ! Why, that woman remembers when the Big Dipper was just a drinking cup.” Page sixty -four • — I QOO . + 1 7) £, O . .. • n v n The ITlirror A stitch in time saves embarrassment. + + + The Freshman is grassy and grows, The Sophomore is sassy and crows, The Junior is brassy and blows, The Senior is CLASSY and KNOWS. + + + Inda — “Say, 1 wonder where the first doughnut was made. Mildred M. — “Silly; in Greece, of course.” + + + Hazel — “Do you like codfish balls, Alfred?” Alfred — “I dunno; 1 never attended any.” + + + Mr. Fox — “Is there any one who has any pie pumpkins for the Fair?” “Peanuts” (Glenn Giertz) — “We have some field pumpkins.” + + + Mr. Teagle — “How is it you two boys have handed in identical answers in the history test? Malcom — “Have you heard, sir. that history repeats itself?” + + + Mother — “There were three pieces of cake in the pantry — now there is only one. How did it happen?” Leonard — “I didn ' t see the other piece, it was so dark. + + + Myrtle — “Hey ! you’re sitting on some jokes I cut out.” Murray — “I thought I felt something funny. + + + “Pardon me. is your house on the bus liner “Yes; why?” “Better move it then ; there’s a bus coming. + + + The Broadway shebas were discussing the different fur coats. Geneva said, “I want squirrel. Louella said, “I rather like muskrat.” Lucile said. 1 prefer Fox.” Page sixty-five 1 9 2 8 - — — — | — + . The mirror “I’ve raised many families,” said the elevator boy. + + + M iss Scott — “Is there anything you can do better than anyone else?” Robert V. — “Yes, I can read my own writing. + + + Freshie, reaching for the butter: Miss Wood — Haven’t you got a tongue? Freshie — “Yes, but it isn’t long enough.” + + + In Biology class: Mr. Fox — What’s the meaning of bacteria?” Freshie — “Bacteria? That must be the rear entrance of cafeteria.” + + + A fresh dapper young man was taking a stroll in the country. He approached a stooped old farmer out in the field. “Why is it,” he asked, “that you were so careless as to let yourself get so bent?” I 11 tell ye. said the old sod buster. “See that field of wheat out there? Well, my boy, ye ' ll notice that it’s the stalks that’s got 1 somethin’ in their heads that’s leanin’ over.” + + + Billy was making his first trip to the barber. “How do you want your hair cut. ' he was asked. Like Daddy’s, with a hole in the top.” + + + Senior — “What’s a calory?” Sophie — “ 1 hat s easy. It’s the next row of seats above the balconv.” + + + Miss Scott (to puzzled student) — “Wh at’s the matter, don’t you know the question?” (Student) — Evelyn A. — “ eah, but I don’t know the answer. + + + Small Brother — “I bet he’d kiss you if I weren’t here!” Pretty Sophomore — “You bad boy! Run away this very instant!” + + + “Jack! said Miss England, “is that chewing gum you have in your mouth ?” “Yes, ma’am,” said Jack. “Bring it to me this instant.” “Wait until tomorrow, and I will bring you a fresh stick. Page sixty-nix m 1928 The Ulirror •+ THE CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 6 — Registration Day. 11 — Freshmen are worrying for fear Seniors won ' t initiate them. 16 — Off for a day at the Lake County Fair! 21 — Classes organized-; much excitement in political circles. OCTOBER at nigh 11 — The Women’s Club entertains for Faculty and Parents School building. 15 — Received the semi-weekly lecture on bad behavior. 22 — Every one discussing Hallowe’en costumes for 29th. 29 — Masquerade Dance Fortune telling, good dancing, and plenty of noise. NOVEMBER 4 — The fatal day! Everyone looking at his vaccination every live minutes. 7 — More cases of smallpox; school closed. Id — School opened again after scare is over. DECEMBER 2 — Basketball game with Ross. Girls’ first game and won. 13 — Parent-Teachers’ meeting at school. Enjoyed by all. 17 — Game at Hammond Tech. 20— Mr. Smur dropped in and staff and Miss Scott consulted him about all the difficulties of the Annual. 21 — All present enjoyed “Miss Cherryblossom.” 23 — Xmas vacation. JANUARY 2 — 5 — Annual vacation because of snow. 9 — The proofs of the Senior pictures taken before Xmas were handed out. 10 — Pictures all so good that each Senior ordered a dozen, but L. F.. We understand they are saving their good looks for another pic- ture. 12- 13 — Examination. Oh my, how the Freshmen tried to stretch their necks to ' see the other fellow’s paper! Id — Game with Boone Grove. 1928 Page sixty-neeen T. — „._L -I.— The ITLirror 17 — Four Senior girls are very silent for alas. Miss Scott saw fit to break up two very interesting tea parties in Assembly. 28 29 — Student Council passed on several school rules. FEBRUARY 10 — Again the Seniors are victorious. Knd of time to sell annuals. The eleven Seniors sold 47 annuals. 13 — e can ' t quite understand why Mr. Teagle was so interested in the memorial to be erected to Lincoln that he spent two periods pour- ing out his knowledge to us. 14 — Parent-Teachers’ program given by H. S. Aren ' t the boys advanc- ing? 17 — Game with Hebron. Girls ' score. 10-10. 20 — Another snow storm. Only a few could get to school. Dismissed at 2:15. 2-1 — 7th and 8th grade party. They aren ' t over the effects of the late hours yet. 25 — Game with Morgan Township. Both boys and girls were victorious. Girls’ score 14-12. Boys’ score 31-24. MARCH 4 ! i + 2-3 — Basketball tournament at Gary. Merrillville played Emerson. 6 — Father and Son banquet. 7 — What’s the matter with all the boys today? Their fathers must not keep them up so late. 9 — High School Dance for benefit of Annual. APRIL 1 — All the wise pupils trying to pull jokes today. 20 — Annual High School Play given. 20-27 — Basketball games with Griffith and Ross. MAY 4-11-15 — Basketball games. 12 — Junior-Senior Banquet. 13 — Baccalaureate. 17 — Track Meet here. Didn’t we all get very excited! 18 — Commencement. 928 +• Page sixt y-eiyht The ITlirror IpBTISEMJW The following have contributed ten dollars toward the success of this edition of The Mirror: WALTER LENNERTZ Oakland-Pontiac Merrillville, Indiana HILL S ELECTRIC SHOP. Inc. Electrical Contractor Supplies Crown Point, Indiana LAKE COUNTY MOTOR CO. 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