Minneota High School - Viking Ventures / Minn Hi Ann Yearbook (Minneota, MN)

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In September 1022, Regiment 22 consisting of 37 privates went into active service in the ‘'War for Education. I'uder the able guidance of Oommander-in-Chiof Alvin Halvorson, General Ethel Eklof. Major (ierold Laumann. Captain Xancv Olsen, Lieuten- ant Elizabeth Whitcomb, and Sargeanl Nellie Dahl, the regiment received excellent train- ing early in the year and was thus well prepared for the manv battles they took part in dur- ing that year and those that have followed. That year the battles seemed very severe and the victories of small significance but no ground was lost. At the end of the season the Regiment advanced from the Freshman Field leaving behind them ground hallowed by their strife and glorified by their victories. In September 1923 they resumed their battles in the “War for Education”. The Regi- ment had now lost some of its old members and so numbered onlv 24 privates. They had the sarin- officers as the previous year. The opposition in the Sophomore Forest was just as stiff as previously but being more accustomed to the work, the privates won greater victories. A large number were members of the glee club and the orchestra and in other ways took part in outside activities. At the end of the season of active service the privates found themselves having achieved another great victory. They had now completed half the task required for success in the “War for Education, and it was indeed a happy group of privates that journeyed to their re- spective homes for a furlough in May 1924. Rut September found them back in the trenches more determined than ever to con- quer unknown territory and add additional laurels to their fame. The regiment now num- bered 25, some of the old privates had been transferred but new ones had enlisted. The Commander in-Chief. Alvin Halvorson still continued to direct the course of the war but new officers filled some of the positions. Gerold Laumann served in the capacity of general, Nancy Olson as Major, and Elna Moezinger that of Captain. The progress of the war was rapid in every phase. Everyone was determined to make as great a showing as possible against the enemy. In addition to the regular victories to the credit of the regiment during the year were those in outside activities. About 15 were members of the glee club, four boys and three girls were on the regular R. R. squads fighting for M. H. S. m k September’25 found 25 eager and expectant privates back at the post ready for any hard- ship which might assail them in the last war in this struggle for education. The same Commander-in-Chief shaped the destinies of the regiment but new officers had taken up the stations except for Nancy Olsen, who still held tin- position of Major. The new ones were Captain Marjorie Bistodeau, Lieutenant Claude O'Donnell and General Eugene Douville. This year was the most glorious of them all and saw this sturdy band win many a hard fought battle. The captains of the R. R. teams were both members besides three other boys and five girls who played on the teams. Four principals in the Operetta and many members of the orchestra and glee club were also members of this company. In the English Essential tests this regiment scored highest; they led all the others in athletics; their social activities surpassed the others: their scholarship was higher and their class spirit was finest of all. The entire regiment received honorable discharge on June 3, 1920. Thoy have left the scenes of many a hard won struggle but they carry with them the lessons these contests have taught.

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 Me Seniors A—is for Antoinette, Tony we say, Her hair hangs in curls and she is as fair as the day. B—is for Bjorn, a lad from the farm. If you treat him kindly, he’ll do you no harm. C—is for Carl our president high. If you want to look at him, you must turn to the sky. D—is for Dorothy, a rollicking lass. When it comes to make mischief, she is in the A Class. E—is for Edna a Senior that’s new. From her looks and her actions, I know she’ll prove true. E—is for Elizabeth, a maid who is mild. She works with ambition, a promising child. F- is for Francis, who always talks wise. When he goes to say something, you can tell by his eyes. Cl—is for Gordon, a good Senior blonde. His record shows vigor and of this is quite fond. II—is for Harvey, a real circus man. He tries to be good, but I don’t think he can. H—is for Hazel, a maid we admire, But when she gets spunky, her eyes shoot out fire. I—is for Isfold, who often shows wit. When she goes stepping she sure makes a hit. J—is for Jean, who plays Basket-Ball, We’re glad she’s joined us, because she is so tall. J—is for Johnnie, a bashful Galloon, Take heed! John, or some maid will catch you soon. K—is for Katherine as still as a mouse. But when she starts acting she shocks all our house. K—is for Knut, a man you can’t teach, On a stump with his hobby, he surely can preach. Ij—is for Leo, who came in this year, He plays Basket-Ball, and we’re glad he is here. L— is for Ludvig, a real Senior shark, If he studies with vigor, He’ll hit the ‘‘high Mark”. M- is for Mae and Maytime brings sun. There is sunshine in Mae -we know that everyone. M—is for Margaret who lives out of town. As noble a Senior as can be found. M—is for Myrtle, who is grown-up and not tall. But she jumps in the air, and captures the ball. Jt—-is for Ralph who works with a vim, He likes to debate, and they’re all proud of him. S is for Selma, as true as real gold, We’ll all vote this verdict—now have it told. S—is for Stella, who ne’er cuts a caper, Don’t you think it were well that other Seniors would ape her? T if for Thordis, one of Johnson’s, She’s full of the dickens but her work surely hums. T—-is for Thordis, by name Josefson, To measure her knowledge, you must weigh by the ton.

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 Seniore CATHERINE AHERN “Kaye “She is a music-maker anu a dreamer of dreams.” Basket Ball, ”25. '20; Operetta ’25. ’26; Glee (Mub. ’25, 20; Echo Staff, (’lass Play, Orchestra ’25, ’20. DOROTHY AHERN “ Her very frowns are fairer far Than smiles of other maidens are.” Basket Ball, '25, ’20; Operetta,’25 ’20; Glee (Mill», ’25, '20; Echo Staff; Orchestra, ’25, ”20; Class Play. HAZEL ANDERSON, “Andy” “Quiet manner oft covers a likeable girl.” Basket Ball, ’25, Glee Club, '23. '24. ’25. '20: Operetta, '20; Echo Staff; Class Play; Vice Pres. Class, ’23, ’25. Student Council, 20. CAUL L. BROUGHTON He, works hard and wins Ins every attempt.” Basket Ball, ”25, ”20; Cap’t Boy’s B. B. Team ”20; Glee Club, ”23, ”24, ’25, ”20; Operetta ‘23, ’20; Cantata ”24; Echo Staff; Orchestra ”25, ”20; Senior ('lass Pres. '20; Baseball ’20. ANTOINETTE CULSHAW, “Tony' “She never fails a friend. And Hll bet she never will.” Class Secretary-Treasurer. ”25; I Staff; Vice President Athletic ciation ’20; Operetta ”20. Class I