Mishawaka High School - Miskodeed Yearbook (Mishawaka, IN)

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0112155 irlistnrg is not difficult to portray the history of an ordinary class. 174611 cf ' U14 ' lts accomplishments and attainments present nothing unusual, X such a case is a chronological statement of facts. intermingled Z fi -riff f 22 and admit of ready comprehension. All that is needed in 55 with a few statistics and the history is complete. But it is different with the class upon whom Providence has lavished such a wealth of gifts as to raise it above all others. The principal events of its career may be easily narrated, but when these have been presented in the fullest measure, how inadequate and unsatisfactory it still remains! That, which distinguishes it from all others and exalts it high above them, is felt to be untouched. Strange and beautiful flowers may burst forth under our very gaze: but the marvelous energy that produces them remains invisible and mysterious. Therefore, it would be useless to endeavor to give an accurate and finished history of the class of I9l l. The fall of I907 marks a new era in the history of the Mishawaka High School. From that time it has made wonderful advancement. and ranks high among the best schools in the state. When the class of 'll entered the school as Freshmen, everything assumed a new aspect. Athletics received a strong impetus that has placed the Maroon and White in the front ranks, especially in Basket-ball. The literary programs became more interesting, school music was mater- ially benefited, an art class was formed as were numerous other organizations. which tended to promote greater activity and interest among the students. The class of 'll was the stimulating element that brought about this remarkable change. The first two years were uneventful. New friendships were made, which in a few instances developed into something more serious, but for the most part, they have proven warm and fast during the tempestuous voyage thru the mysterious realms of knowledge. Knowing full well the meaning of the old adage, 'Time and tide wait for no man: the class declined to waste their time in petty 'pennant fights and flashy social eventsg' but seized the golden opportunity offered them for mental advancement, and laid the foundations on which to build a life of usefulness and accomplishment. The other classes in the school were not long in perceiving that this class was far above the ordinary, and prompted by a spirit of inferiority. they humbled themselves in the presence of its members and sought their advice and council on all matters of importance and weight.

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Qllass Brnpherg 'll KNOW a woman who possesses a wonderful ring. She would W never tell me how it came into her possession, but one clay she granted me a very great favor by means of this ring. 'f The mysterious power contained in the ring enables her to U--M see into the future. I was called upon to write the prophecy for the Senior Class and I greatly doubted my ability to foretell the events of the future successfully. But when I told this woman of the task set before me she said she would come to my aid. When? I asked eagerly. Right away, if you like,'I she answered. So she sat down in a large easy chair in front of the big open fire, and I sat on a cushion at her feet. I was very curious to know how she used the ring so I watched every movement intently. lt was dusk and the open fire threw clark shadows in the corners of the large room, making, it seemed to me, a fit setting for so mysterious a revelation. She sat silent for a short time. turning the ring slowly on her finger three or four times, and then look- ing into the fire began to speak: I see a huge steamer in the New York harbor. lt is named the Mauretania and is a passenger vessel bound for Europe. Two people are just stepping to the deck from the gang-plank. The man is mediumly tall and rather heavy set with dark hair and eyes. His companion is a beautiful young woman with light hair and gray eyes. It is easy to see that they are on their wedding trip, for the trunks, which bear the initials H, P. Ci. are so evidently new. Madeline Woodward,n I interrupted, excitedly. She smiled, and turning the ring again, continued: Now I see a cozy little home surrounded by a pretty lawn. On the porch I see Nita Swayne rocking contentedly as she works on a bit of embroidery. This time I am in the balcony of the Senate Chamber at Washington. On the Hoof below a Senator is eloquently discoursing. In the Senator I recognize Leslie C. Morehouse. She paused again but I did not speak this time. Two people, a man and a young woman. are before the window in the County Clerks office. He has just signed a paper which he gives them, and peering over their shoulders I see that the name of the girl is Grace Stuller. The next scene is in the gymnasium of a girls' college. A large class of girls are executing drills and performing other gymnasic feats under the able directorship of Miss Pauline Hawk. My attention is now caught by some flaming posters announcing the performance shortly to be given by a famous actress in a successful comedy. Going into the play-house I am much surprised when the star comes on to discover that she is Ruby Switzer.